rotating tires/recalibrating
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You have to go into the cal mode....
1-set parking brake
2-turn ign switch to ON/RUN with engine off.
3-press the remotes LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about 5 sec.--- the horn will sound twice to signal its in relearn mode. and tire learning active will be seen in the DIC screen.
4- start with the drivers side (also note that the turn signal lamp for that front tire also turns on).
5- let air out-- or put air in for about 5 sec or until the horn chirps. (may take up to 30 sec)-- once it learns that sensor it will chirp..
6- proceed to the front right tire-- repeat- (the light turns on to indicate which tire to get to next).
7-when the last tire is learned it will chirp 2 times.
8- air up tires to proper spec.
1-set parking brake
2-turn ign switch to ON/RUN with engine off.
3-press the remotes LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about 5 sec.--- the horn will sound twice to signal its in relearn mode. and tire learning active will be seen in the DIC screen.
4- start with the drivers side (also note that the turn signal lamp for that front tire also turns on).
5- let air out-- or put air in for about 5 sec or until the horn chirps. (may take up to 30 sec)-- once it learns that sensor it will chirp..
6- proceed to the front right tire-- repeat- (the light turns on to indicate which tire to get to next).
7-when the last tire is learned it will chirp 2 times.
8- air up tires to proper spec.
I have about 3500 miles before I need to rotate for the first time and recalibrate. Hopefully it doesn't fall into the dead of the MN winter. ;D At least there's room in the garage with the Traverse vs. my truck, so I'll just fire up the heater for a half hour or so before going out to rotate them. I should be able to get it up to 45-50 in there (heat wave).
you know-- I rotated my tires the other day-- and forgot to do the relearn....
But its ok- for now- as the tires have been showing 35 PSI- in the mornings... (with temps in the 45-50 deg range in the AM).
As soon as we get cooler weather--- and the temps are BELOW 35 PSI in the morning-- AND I need to gas up--- Ill reset the TPMS.
The reason Ill wait for me needing gas--- is that when you gas up-- youre supposed to be able to ask for air from the machine for free..... instead of popping in 50-75 cents for air.
But its ok- for now- as the tires have been showing 35 PSI- in the mornings... (with temps in the 45-50 deg range in the AM).
As soon as we get cooler weather--- and the temps are BELOW 35 PSI in the morning-- AND I need to gas up--- Ill reset the TPMS.
The reason Ill wait for me needing gas--- is that when you gas up-- youre supposed to be able to ask for air from the machine for free..... instead of popping in 50-75 cents for air.
Ive considered buying one- even looked at the craftsman- small units.. I also have a small container that you FILL up and take with you...
But Garage space is a a premium (and the mentioned container- is better for bikes)... so... for the time being-- its easier to use the gas station.
but... Ive been eyeing those small electric portable units.....
But Garage space is a a premium (and the mentioned container- is better for bikes)... so... for the time being-- its easier to use the gas station.
but... Ive been eyeing those small electric portable units.....
All those lugs by hand is a chore without an impact wrench. I use it to take them off and to snug the lugs back on (I thread them all on by hand) and do the final torque by hand with a torque wrench. Once I went to having trucks I got a compressor. It comes in handy for many other things too. I understand how the space can be an issue though.
you use a compressor to put the lugs back on? or most of the way--- then torque wrench...
--- (just reread your post)... but ill leave my initial question in...
I ask- because I read sometime last week-- that GM is saying NOT to use torque sticks anymore.... and for dealer techs-- to hand torque lug nuts...
torque sticks?? = those colored sticks that bend/give at a certain torque-- based on color of the stick.
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--- (just reread your post)... but ill leave my initial question in...
I ask- because I read sometime last week-- that GM is saying NOT to use torque sticks anymore.... and for dealer techs-- to hand torque lug nuts...
torque sticks?? = those colored sticks that bend/give at a certain torque-- based on color of the stick.
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I saw on Sandy Blogs that GM no longer recommends using the torque sticks....Here is a link to the article http://www.sandyblogs.com/techlink/2010/11/wheel-installation-and-wheel-nut-torque.html
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Re: rotating tires/recalibrating
« Reply #1 on: November 17, 2010, 12:27:06 PM »
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You have to go into the cal mode....
1-set parking brake
2-turn ign switch to ON/RUN with engine off.
3-press the remotes LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about 5 sec.--- the horn will sound twice to signal its in relearn mode. and tire learning active will be seen in the DIC screen.
4- start with the drivers side (also note that the turn signal lamp for that front tire also turns on).
5- let air out-- or put air in for about 5 sec or until the horn chirps. (may take up to 30 sec)-- once it learns that sensor it will chirp..
6- proceed to the front right tire-- repeat- (the light turns on to indicate which tire to get to next).
7-when the last tire is learned it will chirp 2 times.
8- air up tires to proper spec.
Yes, I'm just wondering if this instructions works for a 2010 traverse? I'm planning to do my own tire rotation for the next couple of days and trying to do my homework before doing this job. I heard about the TPMS for the new cars and its not like changing tires like the old days so I am in the process of looking for instructions. If anybody could help, it would be much appreciated.
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Re: rotating tires/recalibrating
« Reply #1 on: November 17, 2010, 12:27:06 PM »
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You have to go into the cal mode....
1-set parking brake
2-turn ign switch to ON/RUN with engine off.
3-press the remotes LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about 5 sec.--- the horn will sound twice to signal its in relearn mode. and tire learning active will be seen in the DIC screen.
4- start with the drivers side (also note that the turn signal lamp for that front tire also turns on).
5- let air out-- or put air in for about 5 sec or until the horn chirps. (may take up to 30 sec)-- once it learns that sensor it will chirp..
6- proceed to the front right tire-- repeat- (the light turns on to indicate which tire to get to next).
7-when the last tire is learned it will chirp 2 times.
8- air up tires to proper spec.
Yes, I'm just wondering if this instructions works for a 2010 traverse? I'm planning to do my own tire rotation for the next couple of days and trying to do my homework before doing this job. I heard about the TPMS for the new cars and its not like changing tires like the old days so I am in the process of looking for instructions. If anybody could help, it would be much appreciated.
the above procedure works on 2010.
And if you like tools...
Check this out to make it faster...
http://www.traverseforum.com/index.php?topic=2472.msg27772;topicseen#new
And if you like tools...
Check this out to make it faster...
http://www.traverseforum.com/index.php?topic=2472.msg27772;topicseen#new
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