2023 Chevrolet Traverse Fuses And Fuse Box | Checking and replacing fuses
Like any contemporary car, the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is primarily dependent on a sophisticated electrical system to run a variety of parts and extras, such as vital safety features and audio and lighting systems. It’s critical to comprehend how to inspect and replace the fuses in the fuse box of these systems in order to preserve their best functionality. Fuses are essential safety parts because they break the circuit in the event of an electrical overload or short circuit, shielding linked components from harm. We’ll go over the significance of being able to inspect and change the fuses in your 2023 Chevrolet Traverse in this introduction. With this information, you can efficiently troubleshoot electrical faults and maintain the safety and dependability of your car while driving.
Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and Wiring
Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high-voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training. High-voltage components are identified by labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cables or wiring.
Electrical System Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed. This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems. Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. To check a fuse, look at the band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a fuse of identical size and rating.
Replacing a Blown Fuse
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Turn off the vehicle.
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Locate the fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse block.
- Use the fuse puller to remove the fuse from the top or side, as shown above.
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If the fuse must be replaced immediately, borrow a replacement fuse with the same amperage from the fuse block. Choose a vehicle feature that is not needed to safely operate the vehicle. Repeat Steps 2-3.
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Insert the replacement fuse into the empty slot of the blown fuse.
At the next opportunity, see your dealer to replace the blown fuse.
Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off?
Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart. Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems.
Danger
Fuses and circuit breakers are marked with their ampere rating. Do not exceed the specified amperage rating when replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire. You and others could be seriously injured or killed.
Warning
Installation or use of fuses that do not meet GM’s original fuse specifications is dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result in a fire. You or others could be injured or killed, and the vehicle could be damaged.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The underhood fuse block is in the engine compartment, on the driver side of the vehicle.
Caution
Do not pull the engine compartment fuse block lever, since it is intended only for service purposes. If pulled, vehicle malfunction may occur.
To remove the fuse block cover, press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
To remove fuses, use the fuse puller and pull straight out.
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Fuses Usage
- F1 Antilock Brake System Pump
- F2 Starter 1
- F3 DC DC Transformer 1
- F4 –
- F5 DC DC Transformer 2
- F6 –
- F7 –
- F8 –
- F9 Vacuum Pump
- F10 Front Wiper
- F11 –
- F12 –
- F13 Starter 2
- F14 –
- F15 Rear Wiper
- F16 –
- F17 –
- F18 –
- F19 –
- F20 –
- F21 –
- F22 Electronic Brake Control Module
- F23 Parking/Trailer Lamps
- F24 Right Trailer Stoplamp/ Turnlamp
- F25 Steering Column Lock
- F26 –
- F27 Left Trailer Stoplamp/ Turnlamp
- F28 –
- F29 –
- F30 Washer Pump
- F31 –
- F32 Left Low – Beam Headlamp
- F33 Daylight Running Lamps
- F34 Horn
- F35 –
- F36 –
- F37 Right Low – Beam Headlamp
- F38 Automatic Headlamp Leveling Motor
- F39 Transmission Control Module
- F40 Left Rear Bus Electrical Center/Ignition
- F41 Instrument Cluster
- F42 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
- F43 Head-up Display/ Reflective Light Auxiliary Display
- F44 Communication Gateway Module/Run/ Crank
- F45 –
- F46 –
- F47 –
- F48 –
- F49 Interior Rearview Mirror
- F50 Fuel Tank Zone Module/ Shifter Interface Board/ Run/Crank
- F51 Heated Steering Wheel
- F52 Folding Seats Switch
- F53 Coolant Pump
- F54 –
- F55 Air Conditioning Clutch
- F56 –
- F57 Engine Control Module/ Ignition
- F58 Transmission Control Module/Ignition
- F59 Engine Control Module Battery
- F60 Engine Control Module – Even
- F61 O2 Sensor 1/Air Flow.
- 0\F62 –
- F63 O2 Sensor 2/Canister/ Engine Oil/Turbo
- F64 Aeroshutter
- F65 Engine Control Module Powertrain 1
- F66 Engine Control Module Powertrain 2
- F67 Engine Control Module – Odd
- F68 –
- F69 –
- F70 –
- F71 –
- F72 –
- F73 –
- F74 –
- F75 –
- F76 –
- F77 –
Relays Usage
- K1 Starter 1
- K2 Run/Crank
- K3 Vacuum Pump
- K4 –
- K5 Air Conditioning
Relays Usage
- K6 –
- K7 Engine Control Module
- K8 Folding Seats
- K9 –
- K10 Starter 2
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is inside the center console on the passenger side of the vehicle. Remove the fuse access door by inserting a coin or tool into the slot of the access door.
To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller located in the Engine Compartment Fuse block.
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Fuses Usage
- F1 Body Control Module 6
- F2 Diagnostic Link
- F3 Electric Steering Column Lock
- F4 Rear USB Port
- F5 Rear Sunshade/Park/ Reverse/Neutral/ Drive/Low
- F6 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
- F7 Body Control Module 3
- F8 Adaptive Front Lighting System
- F9 Right Front Heated Seat
- F10 Airbag
- F11 –
- F12 Amplifier
- F13 Body Control Module 7
- F14 Left Front Heated Seat
- F15 –
- F16 Sunroof
- F17 Communication Gateway Module
- F18 Instrument Cluster/ Head Up Display
- F19 Body Control Module 1
- F20 Wireless Charger Module
- F21 Body Control Module 4
- F22 Infotainment
- F23 Body Control Module 2
- F24 Park/Reverse/Neutral/ Drive/Low
- F25 Park Assist/Shifter Interface Board
- F26 Communications Integration Module
- F27 Video
- F28 Radio/Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Display
- F29 Radio
- F30 Steering Wheel Controls
- F31 Front Blower
- F32 DC AC Inverter
- F33 Driver Power Seat
- F34 Passenger Power Seat
- F35 Feed/Body Control Module 4
- F36 Electric Power Steering
- F37 Power Outlet/Wireless Charger/Accessory
- F38 Body Control Module 8
- F39 –
Circuit Breakers/ Minifuse
- F40 –
- F41 –
- F42 Auxiliary Power Outlet (CB)/Lighter (Minifuse)
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
The rear compartment fuse block is behind a trim panel on the driver side of the rear storage compartment. The trim panel is removed by prying along the top edge of the trim panel at two notched locations. Remove the trim panel to access the fuse block, or see your dealer. To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse block. The fuse block label is on the back of the access door in the driver-side rear trim panel.
Fuses Usage
- F1 –
- F2 Trailer
- F3 Folding Seats
- F4 Rear Blower
| F5 | Rear Drive Control |
| F6 F7
F8 |
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Right Window Rear Defogger |
| F9 | Left Window |
| F10 F11 F12 | –
Trailer Reverse USB Port/Third Row |
| Seats | |
| F13 | – |
| F14 | – |
| F15 F16
F17 |
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– – /Air Quality Sensor |
| F18 F19 | –
Ventilated Seats/ |
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F20 F21 F22 |
Massage
– – – |
| F23 | – |
| F24 F25
F26 |
Lumbar
– Trailer Brake Lamps |
| F27 | Massage |
| F28
F29 |
Passive Entry/Passive Start
– |
| F30 | Canister Vent |
| F31 | – |
| F32 | Heated Mirrors |
| F33
F34 |
USB Port/Second Row Seats
Liftgate Module |
| F35 | Fuel System Control
Module/Fuel Tank Zone Module |
| F36 F37 F38 F39 | –
– Window Module Rear Closure |
| F40 | Memory Seat Module |
| F41
F42 |
Automatic Occupancy Sensor
– |
| F43 | – |
| F44
F45 F46 |
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Liftgate Motor Rear Heated Seats |
| F47 | – |
| F48 | – |
| F49 | – |
| F50 F51
F52 |
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– Semi-Active Dampening |
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F53 |
System Module
– |
| F54
F55 |
External Object
Calculating Remote System/Side Blind Zone Alert – |
- F56 Universal Remote System/Overhead Console/Humidity/Rain Sensor
- F57 Hands-Free Closure Release
Circuit Breakers Usage
- CB1 –
- CB2 –
- CB3 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet
Relays Usage
- K1 –
- K2 –
FAQs
The fuse box in a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is typically located in the interior cabin, often under the dashboard or near the driver’s sidekick panel.
The Traverse may have one or more fuse boxes, with the primary one usually located inside the cabin.
Fuses in the Traverse protect electrical components by interrupting the circuit when an electrical overload or short circuit occurs, preventing damage.
A blown fuse often has a visibly broken or melted filament inside. You can also use a multimeter to check for continuity.
To check and replace a blown fuse, you may need a flashlight, a fuse puller, and replacement fuses of the same amperage rating.
Yes, replacement fuses are typically available at auto parts stores or can be purchased online.
Fuses come in various amperage ratings, indicating the maximum amount of current they can handle before breaking the circuit. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same amperage rating.
Insert the fuse puller over the blown fuse, squeeze the handles together, and gently pull the fuse out of its socket.
It’s not recommended to use a higher amperage fuse, as it can lead to electrical system damage or fires. Always replace with the same amperage fuse.
If a replacement fuse continues to blow, it indicates an underlying electrical problem that should be diagnosed and repaired by a professional mechanic.
After replacing a blown fuse with a new one, the circuit should automatically reset, restoring power to the affected electrical component.
For safety, it’s generally a good practice to disconnect the vehicle’s battery when working with fuses to prevent accidental electrical shorts.
Yes, you can often find a fuse diagram in your vehicle’s owner’s manual or by searching online for a Traverse fuse box diagram specific to your model year.
Common electrical issues can vary, but blown fuses can affect various electrical components. Other issues may include malfunctioning accessories or lighting problems.
To prevent blown fuses, avoid overloading electrical circuits, ensure all accessories are properly connected, and periodically inspect your vehicle’s electrical systems.
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