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2024-2026 Chevrolet Traverse Auto Start Stop Eliminator | Plug & Play
Product function
Applications: Listed for the 2024–2026 Chevrolet Traverse. All rows in the fitment table are marked 100% fitment match. In these years the Traverse is a three-row midsize crossover offered with 3.6L V6 engines, with a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder offered on 2018-2019 models. Trims are not listed separately; what matters is a factory Auto Stop/Start button and the connector shown in the photos.
Why the default is always on: Most systems are non-latching because of how the EPA rates fuel economy. A system that can stay off is tested both on and off and the results averaged, which lowers the label figure.
What it leaves alone: The factory button works as before. Engine software, transmission logic and battery charging stay stock.
Fitting: It plugs in line with the factory connector named in the instructions, using factory-style plugs on both ends, so nothing is cut or spliced. Nothing is reprogrammed.
Core function: From the factory, the Chevrolet Traverse turns Auto Stop/Start on again each time the engine starts. The module keeps your previous selection, so one press is enough.
Check these points: Find your model year in the table and confirm the factory Auto Stop/Start button. Compare your connector with the product photos.
Order details: Free shipping to the contiguous US, dispatched in 1–2 business days with about 3–4 days in transit. Returns within 45 days with pre-approval (20% restocking fee, buyer pays return postage). Covered by a 3-year limited warranty. Not sure? Email support@automotivebypass.com with your VIN, Monday to Friday 9–5 PST.
Select your vehicle in the fitment guide to confirm this product is right for your year, make and model.
Description
Fits the 2024–2026 Chevrolet Traverse. The plug-and-play memory harness remembers the position of the stop-start button between drives, so the engine no longer shuts off at the first red light after every restart unless you want it to. It plugs in line with the factory connector named in the instructions, using factory-style plugs on both ends, so nothing is cut or spliced.
Nothing is reprogrammed in the engine computer. The module only stands in for the button press you would otherwise make after every start, and it comes out without leaving a trace.
Covered model years
Every row below is listed as a 100% fitment match for this part:
- Chevrolet Traverse: 2024–2026
For reference, the Chevrolet Traverse in these years is a three-row midsize crossover offered with 3.6L V6 engines, with a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder offered on 2018-2019 models. The listing is written around the third-generation (2024-up) Traverse. Trim levels are not split out in the table, so confirm that your vehicle has the stop-start button before ordering.
How Auto Stop/Start behaves from the factory
Each start of the Chevrolet Traverse begins with Auto Stop/Start enabled. The switch on the dash can disable it, but only until the key is cycled. This module records the switch position and repeats it after the restart, which is the entire job it does.
Keep the battery healthy
The module draws its power from the vehicle and does not change charging behavior. If your Chevrolet Traverse sits for long periods, the same rules apply as without it: a maintainer helps, and a battery that tests weak should be replaced with the type specified for stop-start vehicles (usually AGM or EFB).
If stop-start is not engaging
The factory system will skip an auto stop for many reasons: battery charge below its threshold, cold coolant, high climate-control load, a steep grade, the hood or driver door open, or a 4WD or tow mode on vehicles that have them. Those checks stay in control after this module is installed. It does not force stops and it does not bypass any of those safety inputs.
What changes after installation
- Fully reversible: unplug it and the vehicle returns to factory behavior.
- Keeps the original switch fully functional.
- No tune, no reflash, no change to horsepower or shift points.
- Stores the stop-start choice you made last and repeats it at the next start.
If something does not look right
A dead or weak battery, a charging problem or an unrelated module fault will change how Auto Stop/Start behaves with or without this part installed. Scan the vehicle for stored codes, test the battery and confirm the system works normally with the factory button before installation. That baseline makes any later issue easy to pin down.
Where owners notice the difference
Some owners only want stop-start off in certain seasons or on certain trips, such as towing a trailer or crawling through summer traffic with the A/C working hard. Because the module remembers whatever you chose last, it works both ways: leave the system off for a week, then switch it back on with the factory button and it stays on.
Connecting it
It plugs in line with the factory connector named in the instructions, using factory-style plugs on both ends, so nothing is cut or spliced. Work with the ignition off. Seat each connector until its lock engages, then secure the module with the supplied ties or tape so it cannot rattle or touch pedals, steering parts or anything hot. Start the vehicle, press the stop-start button once, then restart to confirm the choice is held.
Quick fitment check
- Model year and model match a row in the table above (2024–2026 Chevrolet Traverse).
- Your Chevrolet Traverse has the factory stop-start button. Base trims or engines without stop-start have nothing for the module to remember.
- The connector at your install point matches the one in the product photos.
- The battery and charging system test good and no warning lights are on.
- No aftermarket remote start, alarm or gateway bypass is wired into the same circuit. If one is, email support before ordering.
- If you are unsure, send your VIN to support@automotivebypass.com and we will confirm fitment.
Ordering details
Standard shipping inside the lower 48 states costs nothing; allow 1–2 business days of handling plus 3–4 in transit. Returns need approval first and must be requested within 45 days. Approved returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee, with return shipping paid by the customer. A 3-year limited warranty applies. Email support@automotivebypass.com (Mon–Fri, 9–5 PST) with your VIN if you want a fitment check.
Questions & Answers
How does it connect?
It plugs in line with the factory connector named in the instructions, using factory-style plugs on both ends, so nothing is cut or spliced.
Will Auto Stop/Start come back on when I restart my Chevrolet Traverse?
Not if you turned it off before shutting down. The module repeats your last selection at the next start. If you leave it on, it stays on.
Does the stop-start button still work after installation on the Chevrolet Traverse?
Yes. The factory button works normally. The module simply stores whatever you chose last.
Will it fix a "stop-start unavailable" message?
No. That message usually points to the battery or a sensor. Diagnose and repair that first.
Which Chevrolet Traverse years does this fit?
The listed range is 2024–2026. Check the fitment table on this page against your exact model year.
Is this the same part for every Chevrolet?
No. Connectors and the module that holds the stop-start state differ by platform, so this SKU is matched to the fitment rows on this page. Send the VIN to support if you are unsure.
What happens if I unplug it?
The vehicle returns to the factory default, with Auto Stop/Start switched on at every start.
Does it change engine power or fuel trims?
No. It does not reprogram the engine or transmission computers. It only stores the stop-start button state.
Does my Chevrolet Traverse need the factory stop-start button for this to work?
Yes. The module works with the factory stop-start system and its button. A vehicle built without stop-start has no setting for it to remember.
Can I remove it later?
Yes. Unplug the module and reconnect the factory connector; the vehicle returns to its stock default.
Why does Auto Stop/Start turn itself back on every time?
Automakers set stop-start to default to on at each start. Under EPA test rules, a system that stays off after shutdown is tested both on and off and the results are averaged, which lowers the rated fuel economy, so most systems reset at every key cycle. The module carries your last choice across that reset.
Does it change how the battery is charged?
No. Charging is still managed by the vehicle. Stop-start vehicles normally use an AGM or EFB battery built for frequent restarts; replace it with the same type when it wears out.
Why does my Chevrolet Traverse sometimes not auto-stop even when the system is on?
The factory logic checks battery charge, engine temperature, climate load and other inputs. If any are outside range it keeps the engine running. The module does not affect those checks.
Vehicle Fitment
Additional Information
- Brand
- Automotivebypass
- Fits vehicle make
- Chevrolet
- Product type
- Auto Start Stop Eliminator
- SKU
- RC-ASSE-28-01
- Brand
- Chevrolet
- Installation
- Confirm the connector location and installation steps for your exact vehicle before ordering.
- Package
- Review the product description and included contents before ordering.
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