Chevy Traverse: Battery Saver Active → Diagnosis

Many modern GM made vehicles have a battery saver feature, this includes the Chevy Traverse.  If you are getting a “battery saver active” message, it means that your Traverse’s electrical system voltage has dropped to a critical level (less than 11.7 volts).  Typical electrical systems run at 13+ volts with the engine running.  The battery … Read more

Chevy Traverse:  Warped Rotors → Symptoms & Causes

  Rotors are metal discs that are visible behind the Traverse’s wheel. They work together with the calipers and brake pads to slow down your Chevy Traverse. Due to braking friction, rotors have to withstand and dissipate a tremendous amount of heat. This causes the rotor surface to be uneven making the brake pedal feel … Read more

Chevy Traverse: Bad Motor Mount → Symptoms + Diagnosis

While your Chevy Traverse’s engine mounts can last the life of the entire vehicle, it is possible that they will go bad.  Vibration and a clunking sound are the two most noticeable symptoms when driving the vehicle.  There are plenty of visible signs as well. Engine mounts connect the engine to the frame of the … Read more

Chevy Traverse:  Bad ECM → Symptoms + Diagnosis

Your Chevy Traverse’s ECM (Engine Control Module) is its brain.  Just like a human’s brain, your Traverse can’t function without it. It is sometimes referred to as the ECU or PCM.  It’s all the same thing. The ECM controls and directs your entire drivetrain (unless there is a serrate transmission controller). When an ECM starts … Read more

Chevy Traverse P0353 Diagnosis

P0353 is a generic OBD2 code that indicates that ignition coil “C” has an issue with the primary or secondary wiring circuits.  It has the same meaning for the Chevy Traverse as it would any other vehicle.  It is typically caused by a bad coil pack or wiring harness issue, although there can be caused … Read more