The P0128 OBD II trouble code indicates that your Chevy Traverse’s engine coolant temperature has not reached its required operating temperature within a certain amount of time after starting the vehicle. This code can appear as soon as you start your vehicle, or it can also occur while driving. It’s essential to address this issue … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Chevy Traverse is the P0456 code. This trouble code references a number that is given to you when you plug your Traverse into an OBDII scanner. P0456 Indicates that there is a small leak in the evaporative emission control system. It often appears with or is … Read more
If you own a Chevy Traverse, you may have encountered the P0102 trouble code. This code indicates that the Mass Air Flow (MAF) circuit is low and not performing within its specified operating range. When this happens, your vehicle may experience drivability issues such as stalling, lack of power, rough idle, and hesitation. There are … Read more
P1516 is a very common trouble code. It is a GM ONLY code, which means that it has the same meaning only for GM vehicles, such as the Chevy Traverse. A P1516 for a Hyundai, for example, means something totally different. Trouble code P1516 lets you know that the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module has … Read more
P0113 is an OBDII trouble code that occurs when the Chevy Traverse’s engine management computer detects that there is an issue with the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, specifically that there is a High Input Problem with it. P0113: IAT Sensor → High Input Problem The IAT sensor is responsible for measuring the air temperature … Read more
P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Chevy Traverse. It indicates an issue with your vehicle’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your Traverse’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more
P0441 is one of the more common OBD II codes that can occur in the Chevy Traverse. It is frequently caused by a loose or bad gas cap, cracked or disconnected EVAP system hoses, vacuum leaks, or a bad purge valve. Always start by taking a look at the gas cap. P0441 is related to … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Chevy Traverse is P0174. It indicates that your Chevy Traverse is running lean on the bank two side of the engine. P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more
P0305 is a fairly common trouble code with the Chevy Traverse. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0305: Misfire Detected → Cylinder 5 P0305 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your Traverse. The nice thing about P0305 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, … Read more
P0135 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Chevy Traverse. It is caused by a failure in one of the oxygen sensors heated elements, specifically bank 1 sensor 1. It technically stands for: P0135: Heated Oxygen Sensor → Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction → Bank 1, Sensor 1 The purpose of the heated … Read more