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84314745 B Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Contents Introduction ...... 2 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...... 7 Seats and Restraints ...... 35 Storage ...... 88 Instruments and Controls ...... 93 Lighting ...... 144 Infotainment System ...... 153 Climate Controls ...... 154 Driving and Operating ...... 162 Vehicle Care ...... 265 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 358 Technical Data ...... 373 Customer Information ...... 377 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 387 OnStar ...... 391 Connected Services ...... 399 Index ...... 402 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Helm, Incorporated may or may not be on the vehicle Attention: Customer Service because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive was not purchased on the vehicle, Plymouth, MI 48170 model variants, country USA specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your Using this Manual region, or changes subsequent to To quickly locate information about the printing of this owner’s manual. the vehicle, use the Index in the The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Keep this manual in the vehicle for EQUINOX are trademarks and/or quick reference. About Driving the Vehicle service marks of General Motors As with other vehicles of this type, LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Canadian Vehicle Owners failure to operate this vehicle or licensors. A French language manual can be correctly may result in loss of For vehicles first sold in Canada, obtained from your dealer, at control or a crash. Be sure to read substitute the name “General www.helminc.com, or from: the driving guidelines in this manual Motors of Canada Company” for in the section called “Driving and Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it Propriétaires Canadiens Operating” and specifically Driver 0 appears in this manual. On peut obtenir un exemplaire de Behavior 163, Driving 0 ce guide en français auprès du Environment 164, and Vehicle 0 concessionnaire ou à l'adresse Design 164. suivante: Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84314745 B Second Printing © 2019 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and M : Shown when the owner’s Caution manual has additional instructions or information. Warning messages found on vehicle * labels and in this manual describe : Shown when the service hazards and what to do to avoid or manual has additional instructions reduce them. or information. A circle with a slash through it is a 0 safety symbol which means “Do : Shown when there is more { Danger Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let information on another page — this happen.” “see page.” Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result Symbols in serious injury or death. The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with { Warning the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator.
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Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
4 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Flammable / : Remote Vehicle Start Here are some additional symbols [ : Forward Collision Alert > : Seat Belt Reminders that may be found on the vehicle R : Fuse Block Cover Lock I : Side Blind Zone Alert and what they mean. See the Location features in this manual for h : Stop/Start information. + : Fuses 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor u : Air Conditioning System j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/ G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers 9 : Airbag Readiness Light Properly Installed a : Under Pressure ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) | : Lane Change Alert V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator $ : Brake System Warning Light @ : Lane Departure Warning 9 : Dispose of Used Components A : Lane Keep Assist Properly * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water : : Oil Pressure B : Engine Coolant Temperature X : Park Assist _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator H : O : Power 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Introduction 5 Instrument Panel Overview Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
6 Introduction 1. Air Vents 0 159. Dual Automatic Climate Control 19. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 0 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn System 156 (If Equipped). 94 (Out of View). and Lane-Change Signals 9. Heated and Ventilated Front 20. Cruise Control 0 212. 0 0 148. Seats 43 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 0 94 (If IntelliBeam® System Button (If 10. Power Outlets 0 97. Equipped). Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 0 0 11. Wireless Charging 98 (If Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Controls 144. Equipped). System 0 230 (If Equipped). 3. Instrument Cluster (Base and 0 0 12. USB Port. See the infotainment Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 238 Midlevel) 102 or manual. (If Equipped). Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 106. Auxiliary Input Jack. See the 21. Hood Release. See Hood infotainment manual. 0 268. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information 13. All-Wheel Drive 0 204 (If 22. Fog Lamps 0 148 (If Center (DIC) (Base Level and Equipped). Equipped). 0 Midlevel) 123 or Tow/Haul Mode 0 203. 23. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 144. Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 (Uplevel) 0 129. 14. Electric Parking Brake 205. 24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 94. 15. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 200. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine 5. Infotainment 0 153. Light) 0 114. Manual Mode 0 202. 6. Light Sensor. See Automatic 25. Instrument Panel Illumination Headlamp System 0 147. 16. ENGINE START/STOP Button. Control 0 149. See Ignition Positions 0 180. 7. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 0 148. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 94. 8. Climate Control Systems 0 154 Traction Control/Electronic 0 (If Equipped). Stability Control 208. 18. Horn 0 94. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 7 Folding Mirrors ...... 29 Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ...... 29 Windows Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 29 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 29 Keys
Interior Mirrors { Warning Keys and Locks Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 30 Keys ...... 7 Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 30 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with Automatic Dimming Rearview a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...... 8 Mirror ...... 30 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and System Operation ...... 8 Windows children or others could be Remote Vehicle Start ...... 15 Windows ...... 30 seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks ...... 16 Power Windows ...... 30 could operate the power windows Power Door Locks ...... 19 Sun Visors ...... 32 or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 19 vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 19 Roof function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 19 Sunroof ...... 33 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 20 others could be caught in the path Doors of a closing window. Do not leave Liftgate ...... 21 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 26 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 26 Immobilizer ...... 27 Immobilizer Operation ...... 27 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...... 28 Power Mirrors ...... 28 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
8 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remove the key by pressing the . Check the distance. The button on the side of the RKE transmitter may be too far from transmitter near the bottom and pull the vehicle. the key out. Never pull the key out . Check the location. Other without pressing the button. vehicles or objects may be If it becomes difficult to turn the key, blocking the signal. inspect the key blade for debris. . Check the transmitter's battery. See your dealer if a new transmitter See “Battery Replacement” later is needed. in this section. If locked out of the vehicle, see . If the transmitter is still not Roadside Assistance Program working correctly, see your 0 The key that is part of the Remote 381. dealer or a qualified technician Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can With an active OnStar or connected for service. be used for all locks. service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry See OnStar Overview 0 391. (RKE) System Operation The Keyless Access system allows Remote Keyless Entry for vehicle entry when the Remote (RKE) System Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is See Radio Frequency Statement within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless 0 387. Access Operation” later in this section. If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating The RKE transmitter may work up to range: 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 9 Other conditions can affect the will lock and then the driver door will Press and hold K until the windows performance of the transmitter. See immediately unlock. See Vehicle fully open. Windows will not operate Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Personalization 0 134. If a System 0 8. unless remote window operation is passenger door is open when Q is enabled. See Vehicle pressed, all doors lock. Personalization 0 134. Pressing Q may also arm the b : Press twice quickly to open or close the power liftgate, if equipped. theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Press again to stop the power 0 Alarm System 26. liftgate. K : Press to unlock the driver door. 7 : Press and release one time to Press K again within five seconds initiate vehicle locator. The exterior to unlock all doors. The RKE lamps flash and the horn chirps transmitter can be programmed to three times. Press and hold 7 for at unlock all doors on the first button least three seconds to sound the With Remote Start and Power press. See Vehicle Personalization panic alarm. The horn sounds and Liftgate Shown 0 134. The turn signal indicators the turn signals flash for 30 seconds The following may be available: may flash to indicate unlocking has or until 7 is pressed again or the Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn occurred. See Vehicle vehicle is started. signal indicators may flash and/or Personalization 0 134. Pressing K / the horn may sound on the second : If equipped, first press and may also disarm the theft-deterrent press to indicate locking. See release Q then immediately press 0 system. See Vehicle Alarm System Vehicle Personalization 134. If the and hold / for at least 0 26. driver door is open when Q is four seconds to start the engine pressed and Open Door If equipped with the manual liftgate, Anti-Lockout is enabled, all doors unlocking all doors will also unlock the liftgate. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
10 Keys, Doors, and Windows from outside the vehicle using the Keyless Unlocking/Locking from . It has been more than RKE transmitter. See Remote the Driver Door five seconds since the first lock/ Vehicle Start 0 15. When the doors are locked and the unlock button press. RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of . Two lock/unlock button presses Keyless Access Operation the driver door handle, pressing the were used to unlock all doors. With the Keyless Access system, lock/unlock button on the driver door . Any vehicle door has opened you can lock and unlock the doors handle will unlock the driver door. and all doors are now closed. and access the liftgate without If the lock/unlock button is pressed removing the RKE transmitter from again within five seconds, all Keyless Unlocking/Locking from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. passenger doors will unlock. the Front Passenger Door The RKE transmitter should be When the doors are locked and the within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of being opened. If equipped, there will the passenger door handle, be buttons on the outside front door pressing the lock/unlock button on handles. the passenger door handle will Keyless Access can be unlock all doors. programmed to unlock all doors on Pressing the lock/unlock button will the first lock/unlock press from the cause all doors to lock if any of the driver door. See Vehicle following occur: Personalization 0 134. . The lock/unlock button was used If equipped with memory seats, RKE to unlock all doors. transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of memory 1 or 2. Driver Shown, Passenger Similar . Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed. See Memory Seats 0 40. Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the Passive Locking following occur: If equipped with Keyless Access, this vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 11 the vehicle is off and at least one Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Key Access RKE transmitter has been removed When the vehicle is turned off and To access a vehicle with a dead or none remain in the interior. an RKE transmitter is left in the transmitter battery, see Door Locks If other electronic devices interfere vehicle, the horn will chirp three 0 16. with the RKE transmitter signal, the times after all doors are closed. To vehicle may not detect the RKE turn on or off, see Vehicle Programming Transmitters to transmitter inside the vehicle. Personalization 0 134. the Vehicle If passive locking is enabled, the Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Only RKE transmitters programmed doors may lock with the RKE to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter inside the vehicle. Do If the vehicle is on with a door open, transmitter is lost or stolen, a not leave the RKE transmitter in an and then all doors are closed, the replacement can be purchased and unattended vehicle. vehicle will check for RKE programmed through your dealer. To customize the doors to transmitters inside. If an RKE The vehicle can be reprogrammed automatically lock when exiting the transmitter is not detected, the so that lost or stolen transmitters no Driver Information Center (DIC) will vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, longer work. Each vehicle can have display NO REMOTE DETECTED Start” under Vehicle Personalization up to eight transmitters matched 0 134. and the horn will chirp three times. to it. This occurs only once each time the Temporary Disable of Passive vehicle is driven. Programming with Recognized Transmitters Locking To turn on or off see Vehicle Temporarily disable passive locking Personalization 0 134 A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when by pressing and holding K on the Keyless Liftgate Opening there are two recognized interior door switch with a door open transmitters. for at least four seconds, or until When the doors are locked, press three chimes are heard. Passive the touch pad on the liftgate handle To program, the vehicle must be off locking will then remain disabled to open the liftgate if the RKE and all of the transmitters, both transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). until Q on the interior door is currently recognized and new, must pressed, or until the vehicle is be with you. turned on. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Remove the key from the RKE When all additional transmitters transmitter. are programmed, press and 2. Remove the key lock cylinder hold ENGINE START/STOP for cap on the driver door handle. 12 seconds to exit See Door Locks 0 16. Place programming mode. the two recognized transmitters 7. Put the key back into the in the cupholder. transmitter. 3. Insert the vehicle key of the 8. Replace the key lock cylinder transmitter into the key lock cap. See Door Locks 0 16. cylinder on the driver door handle and turn the key, Programming without Recognized counterclockwise, to the unlock Transmitters position five times within 4. Place the new transmitter into If two currently recognized 10 seconds. the cupholder. transmitters are not available, follow The DIC displays READY FOR 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is REMOTE #3, 4, 5, ETC. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it not available in Canada. This is ready to program the next procedure will take approximately transmitter. 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the 6. Remove the transmitter from transmitters you wish to program the cupholder and press K or must be with you. on the transmitter. Q 1. Remove the key from the RKE To program additional transmitter. transmitters, repeat Steps 3 5. – 2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 16. Insert the vehicle key of the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 13 transmitter into the key lock When all additional transmitters cylinder on the driver door are programmed, press and handle and turn the key, hold ENGINE START/STOP for counterclockwise, to the unlock 12 seconds to exit position five times within programming mode. 10 seconds. 8. Put the key back into the The DIC displays REMOTE transmitter. LEARN PENDING, 9. Replace the key lock cylinder PLEASE WAIT. cap. See Door Locks 0 16. 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE Starting the Vehicle with a Low START BUTTON TO LEARN Transmitter Battery 5. Place the new transmitter into and then press ENGINE When the vehicle is started, if the the cupholder. START/STOP. transmitter battery is weak, the DIC The DIC display will again 6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. may display NO REMOTE show REMOTE LEARN When the transmitter is learned DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. the DIC display will show that it WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN is ready to program the next TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN 4. Repeat Step 2 two additional transmitter. START YOUR VEHICLE. The DIC times. After the third time all 7. Remove the transmitter from may also display REPLACE previously known transmitters BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. will no longer work with the the cupholder and press K or vehicle. Remaining transmitters Q on the transmitter. To start the vehicle: can be relearned during the To program additional next steps. transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery:
1. Place the transmitter in the 2. Separate the two halves of the cupholder. transmitter using a flat tool 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or inserted into the area near the N (Neutral), press the brake key slot. pedal and ENGINE START/STOP. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN 1. Press the button on the side of REMOTE KEY. the RKE transmitter and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 15 3. Remove the battery by pushing If the vehicle has heated and confirms the request to remote on the battery and sliding it ventilated front seats, they may start the vehicle has been toward the bottom of the come on during a remote start. See received. transmitter. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 The parking lamps will turn on 4. Insert the new battery, positive 43. and remain on as long as the side facing the back cover. Laws in some local communities engine is running. The Push the battery down until it is may restrict the use of remote vehicle's doors will be locked. held in place. Replace with a starters. For example, some laws 3. Turn the ignition on before CR2032 or equivalent battery. require a person using remote start driving. to have the vehicle in view. Check 5. Snap the battery cover back on The engine will shut off after to the transmitter. local regulations for any requirements. 15 minutes unless a time 6. Reinsert the key. extension is done or the Do not use the remote start feature ignition is turned on. if the vehicle is low on fuel. The Remote Vehicle Start vehicle could run out of fuel. Extending Engine Run Time The vehicle may have this feature Other conditions can affect the For a 15-minute extension, after that allows you to start the engine performance of the transmitter. See 30 seconds repeat Steps 1 and 2 from outside the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) while the engine is still running. The / : This button will be on the RKE System 0 8. remote start can be extended once. transmitter if the vehicle has remote Starting the Engine Using Remote When the remote start is extended, start. Start the second 15 minutes will be The climate control system will use added for a total of 30 minutes. the previous settings during a 1. Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter. A maximum of two remote starts or remote start. The rear defog may a start with an extension are come on during remote start based 2. Immediately press and hold / allowed between ignition cycles. on cold ambient conditions. The for at least four seconds or until rear defog indicator light does not the turn signal lamps flash. The come on during remote start. turn signal lamps flashing Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
16 Keys, Doors, and Windows The ignition must be turned on and . The oil pressure is low. Warning (Continued) then back off to use remote start . Two remote vehicle starts or a again. start with an extension have can be unlocked and Canceling a Remote Start already been used. opened while the vehicle is To shut off the engine: . The vehicle is not in P (Park). moving. The chance of being thrown out of the . Press and hold / until the Remote Start Ready vehicle in a crash is parking lamps turn off. If the vehicle does not have the increased if the doors are remote vehicle start feature, it may not locked. So, all . Turn on the hazard warning passengers should wear flashers. have the remote start ready feature. This feature allows your dealer to seat belts properly and the . Turn the ignition on and then off. add the manufacturer's remote doors should be locked vehicle start feature. See your whenever the vehicle is Conditions in Which Remote Start driven. Will Not Work dealer to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature to the . Young children who get into The remote vehicle start feature will vehicle. unlocked vehicles may be not operate if: unable to get out. A child . A transmitter is in the vehicle. Door Locks can be overcome by . The vehicle is on. extreme heat and can suffer { Warning permanent injuries or even . The hood is not closed. death from heat stroke. . The hazard warning flashers Unlocked doors can be Always lock the vehicle are on. dangerous. whenever leaving it. . There is an emission control . Passengers, especially . Outsiders can easily enter system malfunction. children, can easily open through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop . The engine coolant temperature the doors and fall out of a is too high. moving vehicle. The doors (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 17 Keyless Access Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Warning (Continued) Access (In Case of Dead the vehicle. Locking the Battery) doors can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from the outside: . Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. . Use the key in the driver door. The RKE transmitter must be within The key lock cylinder is covered 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door with a cap. being opened. Press the button on the front door handle to open. See To access the driver door key lock To lock or unlock the doors from the cylinder: inside: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the . Press Q or K on the power door open position and hold it open lock switch. until cap removal is complete. . Push down on the door lock 2. Insert the key into the slot (3) knob to lock a door. on the bottom of the cap (2) and lift the key upward. . Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pull the handle 3. Move the cap (2) rearward and again to unlatch it. remove. 4. Use the key in the cylinder. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To replace the cap: 5. Check that the cap is secure. 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the Free-Turning Locks open position and hold it open until cap installation is The door key lock cylinder turns complete. freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this does not reset the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure.
2. Insert the two tabs (6) at the back of the cap between the seal (5) and the metal base (4).
3. Slide the cap forward and press the forward edge to install the cap in place. 4. Release the door handle. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 19 Power Door Locks Delayed locking can only be turned Automatic Door Locks on when the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has been The doors will lock automatically turned off. when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the vehicle is When Q is pressed on the power shifted out of P (Park). door lock switch with the door open, If a vehicle door is unlocked and a chime will sound three times then opened and closed, the doors indicating that delayed locking is will lock either when your foot is active. removed from the brake or the The doors will then lock vehicle speed becomes faster than automatically five seconds after all 13 km/h (8 mph). doors are closed. If a door is To unlock the doors: reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will . Press K on the power door lock reset once all the doors are closed : Press to lock the doors. The switch. Q again. indicator light in the switch will come . Shift into P (Park). on when the door is locked. Press Q on the door lock switch Automatic door locking cannot be K : Press to unlock the doors. again, or press Q on the RKE disabled. Automatic door unlocking transmitter, to override this feature can be programmed. See Vehicle Delayed Locking and lock the doors immediately. Personalization 0 134. This feature delays the actual Delayed locking can be locking of the doors until programmed. See Vehicle Lockout Protection five seconds after all doors are Personalization 0 134. If the ignition is on or in ACC/ closed. ACCESSORY and the power door lock switch is pressed with the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
20 Keys, Doors, and Windows driver door open, all the doors will Safety Locks To open a rear door when the safety lock and only the driver door will lock is on: unlock. The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear 1. Unlock the door by activating If the vehicle is off and locking is doors from inside the vehicle. the inside handle, by pressing requested while a door is open, the power door lock switch, when all doors are closed the Manual Safety Locks or by using the Remote vehicle will check for RKE Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter. transmitter is detected and the 2. Open the door from the number of RKE transmitters inside outside. has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three When the safety lock is enabled, times. adults and older children will not be able to open the rear door from the Lockout Protection can be manually inside. Cancel the safety locks to overridden by pressing and holding enable the doors to open from the Q on the power door lock switch. inside. Open Door Anti-Lockout To cancel the safety lock: If Open Door Anti-Lockout is turned 1. Unlock the door and open it on and the vehicle is off, the driver The safety lock is on the inside from the outside. door is open, and locking is edge of the rear doors. To use the 2. Move the lever rearward to requested, all the doors will lock and safety lock: the driver door will remain open. unlock. Do the same for the The Open Door Anti-Lockout feature 1. Move the lever forward to the other door. can be turned on or off. See Vehicle lock position. Personalization 0 134. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 21 Doors (RKE) transmitter twice within Warning (Continued) five seconds. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. Liftgate . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that { Warning brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See vehicle if it is driven with the “Climate Control Systems” liftgate or trunk/hatch open, in the Index. or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped through the seal between the with a power liftgate, disable body and the trunk/hatch or the power liftgate function. liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust 0 190. carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even To open the liftgate, press the touch death. Caution pad under the liftgate handle and If the vehicle must be driven with To avoid damage to the liftgate or lift up. the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: liftgate glass, make sure the area If equipped with Keyless Access, . Close all of the windows. above and behind the liftgate is the liftgate can be opened when clear before opening it. locked if the RKE transmitter is . Fully open the air outlets on within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate. See or under the instrument Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) panel. Manual Liftgate System Operation 0 8. (Continued) To unlock the liftgate, press K on the power door lock switch or press K on the Remote Keyless Entry Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Use the pull cup to lower and close . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height the liftgate. Do not press the touch Caution that can be set from 3/4 to fully pad while closing the liftgate. This open. Use to prevent the liftgate may cause the liftgate to be Driving with an open and from opening into overhead unlatched. unsecured liftgate may result in obstructions such as a garage damage to the power liftgate door or roof-mounted cargo. The The liftgate has an electric latch. components. If the battery is disconnected or has liftgate can be manually opened low voltage, the liftgate will not all the way. open. The liftgate will resume . OFF: Opens manually only. operation when the battery is To open or close the power liftgate, reconnected and charged. select MAX or 3/4 mode. Always close the liftgate before driving. . Press b twice quickly on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate Power Liftgate Operation moves. . Press 8 on the driver door. { Warning The driver door must unlocked. You or others could be injured if . Press the touch pad under the caught in the path of the power liftgate handle after unlocking all liftgate. Make sure there is no one doors. A locked vehicle can be in the way of the liftgate as it is The power liftgate switch is on the opened if the RKE transmitter is opening and closing. driver door. The vehicle must be in within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate. P (Park). The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves. The modes are: . MAX: Opens to maximum height. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 23 Falling Liftgate Detection Caution If the power liftgate automatically Manually forcing the liftgate to closes after a power opening cycle, open or close during a power it indicates that the system is cycle can damage the vehicle. reacting to excess weight on the Allow the power cycle to liftgate or a possible support strut complete. failure. A repetitive chime will sound while the falling liftgate detection feature is operating. Remove any The power liftgate may be excess weight. If the liftgate temporarily disabled under extreme continues to automatically close low temperatures, or after repeated after opening, see your dealer for power cycling over a short period of Press l on the bottom of the service before using the power time. If this occurs, the liftgate can liftgate. liftgate next to the pull cup to close. still be operated manually. Interfering with the power liftgate Press any liftgate button, the touch If the vehicle is shifted out of motion or manually closing the pad, or b on the RKE transmitter P (Park) while the power function is liftgate too quickly after power while the liftgate is moving to stop it. in progress, the liftgate will continue opening may resemble a support Pressing any liftgate button or to completion. If the vehicle is strut failure. This could also activate pressing b twice quickly on the accelerated before the liftgate has the falling liftgate detection feature. RKE transmitter again restarts the completed moving, the liftgate may Allow the liftgate to complete its operation in the reverse direction. stop or reverse direction. Check for operation and wait a few seconds Pressing the touch pad on the Driver Information Center (DIC) before manually closing the liftgate. liftgate handle will restart the messages and make sure the motion, but only in the opening liftgate is closed and latched before Obstacle Detection Features direction. driving. If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, the liftgate will automatically reverse direction and move a short distance Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
24 Keys, Doors, and Windows away from the obstacle. After Setting the 3/4 Mode removing the obstruction, the power Caution To change the position the liftgate liftgate operation can be used again. stops at when opening: If the liftgate encounters multiple Attempting to move the liftgate obstacles on the same power cycle, 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and too quickly and with excessive the power function will deactivate. power open the liftgate. force may result in damage to the vehicle. After removing the obstructions, 2. Stop the liftgate movement at manually close the liftgate, This will the desired height by pressing allow normal power operation any liftgate button. Manually Operate the liftgate manually with a functions to resume. adjust the liftgate position if smooth motion and moderate If the vehicle is locked while the needed. speed. The system includes a liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is l feature which limits the manual encountered that prevents the 3. Press and hold next to the closing speed to protect the liftgate from completely closing, the pull cup on the outside of the components. liftgate until the turn signals horn will sound as an alert that the Hands-Free Operation liftgate did not close. flash and a beep sounds. This indicates the setting has been The liftgate may be operated with a Pinch sensors are on the side recorded. kicking motion under the rear edges of the liftgate. If an object is bumper between the left exhaust caught between the liftgate and the The liftgate cannot be set below a pipe and the license plate. vehicle and presses against a minimum programmable height. sensor, the liftgate will reverse If there is no light flash or sound, The RKE transmitter must be within direction and then stop. The liftgate then the height adjustment may be 1 m (3 ft) of the rear bumper to will remain open until it is activated too low. operate the power liftgate again or closed manually. Manual Operation hands-free. Select OFF to manually operate the The hands-free feature will not work while the liftgate is moving. To stop liftgate. See “Manual Liftgate” at the beginning of this section. the liftgate while in motion use one of the liftgate buttons. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 The hands-free feature can be When closing the liftgate using this customized. See Vehicle Caution feature, there will be a short delay. Personalization 0 134. Choose from The taillamps will flash and a chime the following: Splashing water may cause the will sound. Step away from the liftgate to open. Keep the RKE liftgate before it starts moving. On-Open and Close : The kicking transmitter away from the rear motion is activated to both open and bumper detection area or turn the close the liftgate. liftgate mode to OFF when On-Open Only : The kicking motion cleaning or working near the rear is activated to only open the liftgate. bumper to avoid accidental Off : The feature is disabled. opening.
. Do not sweep your foot side to side. . Do not keep your foot under the bumper; the liftgate will not activate. . Do not touch the liftgate until it has stopped moving. . This feature may be temporarily disabled under some conditions. If the liftgate does not respond to Length of Kick Zone the kick, open or close the liftgate by another method or To operate, kick your foot straight up start the vehicle. The feature will in one swift motion under the rear be re-enabled. bumper between the left exhaust pipe and the license plate, then pull it back. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured The vehicle alarm system will not during the delay to arm the system. arm if the doors are locked with This vehicle has theft-deterrent Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. the key. features; however, they do not make A door, the hood, or the liftgate If the driver door is opened without the vehicle impossible to steal. is open. first unlocking with the RKE Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is transmitter, the horn will chirp and armed. the lights will flash to indicate This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not system. Arming the Alarm System started, or the door is not unlocked 1. Turn off the vehicle. by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second 2. Lock the vehicle in one of pre-alarm, the alarm will be three ways: activated. . Use the RKE transmitter. If a door, the hood, or the liftgate is . With a door open, press the opened without first disarming the interior Q. system, the turn signals will flash and the horn will sound for about 3. After 30 seconds the alarm 30 seconds. The alarm system will system will arm, and the then re-arm to monitor for the next indicator light will begin to unauthorized event. slowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating. Disarming the Alarm System The indicator light, on the Pressing Q on the RKE To disarm the alarm system or turn instrument panel near the transmitter a second time will off the alarm if it has been activated: windshield, indicates the status of bypass the 30-second delay K the system: and immediately arm the alarm . Press on the RKE transmitter. Off : Alarm system is disarmed. system. . Start the vehicle. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 27 To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation RKE transmitter will start the accident: vehicle. If the transmitter is ever This vehicle has a passive damaged, you may not be able to . Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system. occupants have left the vehicle start your vehicle. and all doors are closed. The system does not have to be When trying to start the vehicle, the manually armed or disarmed. . Always unlock a door with the security light may come on briefly RKE transmitter. The vehicle is automatically when the ignition is turned on. immobilized when the vehicle is If the engine does not start and the Unlocking the driver door with the turned off. key will not disarm the system or security light stays on, there is a turn off the alarm. The immobilization system is problem with the system. Turn the disarmed when the ignition is on or ignition off and try again. How to Detect a Tamper in ACC/ACCESSORY and a valid If the vehicle will not change ignition Condition transmitter is present in the vehicle. modes, and the RKE transmitter If K is pressed on the RKE appears to be undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, you may try transmitter and the horn chirps and placing the transmitter in the the lights flash three times, an alarm cupholder. See Starting the Vehicle occurred previously while the alarm “ with a Low Transmitter Battery in system was armed. ” Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If the alarm has been activated, a System Operation 0 8. message will appear on the DIC. The security light, in the instrument If the ignition mode will not change cluster, comes on if there is a with the other transmitter or in the Immobilizer problem with arming or disarming cupholder, your vehicle needs the theft-deterrent system. See Radio Frequency Statement service. If the ignition does change 0 387. The system has one or more RKE modes, the first transmitter may be transmitters matched to an faulty. See your dealer who can immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
28 Keys, Doors, and Windows service the theft-deterrent system Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors and have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle. Convex Mirrors It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight { Warning transmitters can be programmed for A convex mirror can make things, the vehicle. To program additional like other vehicles, look farther transmitters, see Programming “ away than they really are. If you Transmitters to the Vehicle under ” cut too sharply into the right lane, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or Do not leave the transmitter or glance over your shoulder before device that disarms or deactivates changing lanes. the theft-deterrent system in the To adjust each mirror: vehicle. The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press j or | to select the shaped. A convex mirror's surface is driver or passenger side mirror. curved so more can be seen from The indicator light will the driver seat. illuminate. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction. 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. 4. Press j or | again to deselect the mirror. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 29 Memory Mirrors Heated Mirrors The mirror(s) return to the original position when: The vehicle may have memory If equipped, the heated outside 0 mirrors. See Memory Seats 40. mirrors turn on when the rear . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or remains in Turn Signal Indicator window defogger is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of R (Reverse) for about The vehicle may have a turn signal the mirrors. 30 seconds. indicator lamp built into the mirror . The ignition is turned off. housing. The turn signal lamp K : This button is on the climate flashes when the turn signals or control panel. . The vehicle is driven in hazard flashers are used. See “Rear Window Defogger” under R (Reverse) above a set speed. Lane Change Alert (LCA) Dual Automatic Climate Control To turn this feature on or off, see System 0 156. Vehicle Personalization 0 134. The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 236. Automatic Dimming Side Blind Zone Alert Mirror The vehicle may have Side Blind The vehicle has an automatic Zone Alert. See Side Blind Zone dimming outside mirror on the driver Alert (SBZA) 0 236. side. The mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. Folding Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors If equipped with memory seats, the The mirrors can be folded inward passenger and/or driver mirror tilts toward the vehicle to prevent to a preselected position when the damage when going through an vehicle is in R (Reverse). This automatic car wash. Push the mirror allows the curb to be seen when outward to return it to the original parallel parking. position. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Interior Rearview Mirrors { Warning pulsing sound when either rear Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind the vehicle. windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window Do not spray glass cleaner directly especially with the windows or the sunroof, if equipped. on the mirror. Use a soft towel closed in warm or hot weather. dampened with water. They can be overcome by the Power Windows extreme heat and suffer Manual Rearview Mirror permanent injuries or even death { Warning If equipped, push the tab forward for from heat stroke. daytime use and pull it rearward for Children could be seriously nighttime use to avoid glare of the injured or killed if caught in the headlamps from behind. path of a closing window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry Automatic Dimming (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with Rearview Mirror children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window If equipped, automatic dimming lockout switch to prevent reduces the glare of headlamps operation of the windows. See from behind. The dimming feature 0 comes on when the vehicle is Keys 7. started. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 31 Window Lockout Window Express Movement All windows can be opened without holding the window switch. Press the switch down fully and quickly release to express open the window. If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window. Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop Power windows work when the that window’s express movement. ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, Window Automatic Reversal or when Retained Accessory Power This feature stops the rear door System (RAP) is active. See Retained passenger window switches from Accessory Power (RAP) 0 188. working. The express-close feature will reverse window movement if it Using the window switch, press to . Press 2 to engage the rear open or pull to close the window. comes in contact with an object. window lockout feature. The Extreme cold or ice could cause the The windows may be temporarily indicator light is on when window to auto-reverse. The disabled if they are used repeatedly engaged. window will operate normally after within a short time. the object or condition is removed. . Press 2 again to disengage. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Reversal System 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ Sun Visors Override ACCESSORY. 3. Partially open the window to be { Warning programmed, then close it and continue to pull the switch If automatic reversal system briefly after the window has override is active, the window will fully closed. not reverse automatically. You or 4. Open the window and continue others could be injured and the to press the switch briefly after window could be damaged. the window has fully opened. Before using automatic reversal system override, make sure that Remote Window Operation Pull the sun visor down to block all people and obstructions are If equipped, this feature allows all glare. Detach the sun visor from the clear of the window path. the windows to be opened remotely. center mount to pivot to the side If enabled in vehicle personalization, window and, if equipped, extend along the rod. When the engine is on, override the press and hold K on the RKE automatic reversal system by pulling transmitter. See Vehicle and holding the window switch if Personalization 0 134. conditions prevent it from closing. Programming the Power Windows Programming may be necessary if the vehicle's battery has been disconnected or discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program the window: 1. Close all doors. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Keys, Doors, and Windows 33 Roof Sunroof Switch opened comfort stop position. Vent : From the closed position, Pressing the rear of g again will Sunroof press and release e (1) to vent open the sunroof fully. If the the sunroof. Press and release g sunshade is not fully open when the (1) to close the vent. comfort stop feature is pressed the second time, the sunshade will open Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, press fully. and release e (1). Press and Sunshade Switch release e (1) at any time to stop Express-open/Express-close : To movement. To express-close the express-open the sunshade, press and release r (2). Press and sunroof, press and release g (1). release r (2) at any time to stop Press and release g (1) at any movement. To express-close the time to stop movement. sunshade, press and release Q 1. Sunroof Switch Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To 2. Sunshade Switch open the sunroof, press and hold (2). Press and release Q (2) at If equipped, the sunroof only e (1) until the sunroof reaches any time to stop movement. operates when the ignition is on or the desired position. To close the Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when sunroof, press and hold g (1). open the sunshade, press and hold Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is r (2) until the sunshade reaches active. See Ignition Positions 0 180 Comfort Stop : The sunroof has a and comfort stop feature that stops the the desired position. To close the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) sunroof from opening fully. Press sunshade, press and hold Q (2). 0 188. and release the rear of g to move the sunroof to the partially Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
34 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure. Automatic Reversal System The sunroof has an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof is operated in express-close mode. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This If an object is in the path while could cause an issue with sunroof express closing, the reversal system operation or noise. It could also plug will detect the object, stop, and the water drainage system. open the sunroof slightly. Periodically open the sunroof and If frost or other conditions prevent remove any obstacles or loose closing, override the feature by debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and closing the sunroof in manual mode. roof sealing area using a clean To stop movement, release the cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not switch. remove grease from the sunroof. If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 35 Replacing Seat Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts Seats and Parts after a Crash ...... 56 After a Crash ...... 82 Restraints Securing Child Restraints (With Airbag System the Seat Belt in the Airbag System ...... 56 Rear Seat) ...... 83 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 58 Securing Child Restraints (With Head Restraints When Should an Airbag Head Restraints ...... 36 the Seat Belt in the Inflate? ...... 59 Front Seat) ...... 85 Front Seats What Makes an Airbag Seat Adjustment ...... 38 Inflate? ...... 60 Power Seat Adjustment ...... 38 How Does an Airbag Lumbar Adjustment ...... 39 Restrain? ...... 61 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 39 What Will You See after an Memory Seats ...... 40 Airbag Inflates? ...... 61 Heated and Ventilated Front Passenger Sensing System . . . 62 Seats ...... 43 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...... 66 Rear Seats Adding Equipment to the Rear Seats ...... 44 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 67 Heated Rear Seats ...... 47 Airbag System Check ...... 68 Replacing Airbag System Parts Seat Belts after a Crash ...... 68 Seat Belts ...... 48 How to Wear Seat Belts Child Restraints Properly ...... 49 Older Children ...... 68 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 51 Infants and Young Children . . . . 70 Seat Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems ...... 72 Pregnancy ...... 54 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 74 Seat Belt Extender ...... 55 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Safety System Check ...... 55 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 75 Seat Belt Care ...... 55 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
36 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.
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With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can drive until the head restraints for top of the restraint is at the same be adjusted. all occupants are installed and height as the top of the occupant's adjusted properly. To raise or lower the head restraint, head. This position reduces the press the button located on the side If your vehicle has rear head chance of a neck injury in a crash. of the head restraint and pull up or restraints that fold down, always Front Seats push the head restraint down, and return them to the full upright release the button. Pull and push on position whenever an occupant is The vehicle's front seats have the head restraint after the button is seated in the seat. adjustable head restraints in the released to make sure that it is outboard seating positions. locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 37 Rear Seats head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is Adjusting the Rear Head Restraint locked in place. The vehicle's rear seats have Folding the Rear Head Restraint adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The head restraint can be folded rearward to allow for better visibility The height of the head restraint can when the rear seat is unoccupied. be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraint will fold rearward automatically. When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up and forward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. To fold the head restraint, press the button on the side of the head Always adjust the head restraint so restraint. that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the To lower the head restraint, press occupant's head. the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head Rear outboard head restraints are restraint down. Try to move the not removable. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
38 Seats and Restraints Front Seats 2. Move the seat forward or Power Seat Adjustment rearward and release the handle. Seat Adjustment { Warning 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in The power seats will work with { Warning place. the ignition off. Children could operate the power seats and be You can lose control of the Seat Height Adjuster vehicle if you try to adjust a driver injured. Never leave children seat while the vehicle is moving. alone in the vehicle. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Move the lever up or down to raise or lower the seat. To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or To adjust the seat position: rearward by sliding the control 1. Pull the handle at the front of forward or rearward. the seat cushion to unlock it. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 39 . Raise or lower the front part of Reclining Seatbacks the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. { Warning . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up Sitting in a reclined position when or down. the vehicle is in motion can be To adjust the seatback, see dangerous. Even when buckled Reclining Seatbacks 0 39. up, the seat belts cannot do their job. Lumbar Adjustment The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you Do not have a seatback reclined if could go into it, receiving neck or the vehicle is moving. other injuries. Manual Reclining Seatbacks The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic { Warning bones. This could cause serious If either seatback is not locked, it internal injuries. could move forward in a sudden For proper protection when the stop or crash. That could cause vehicle is in motion, have the injury to the person sitting there. seatback upright. Then sit well Always push and pull on the If equipped, press and hold the front back in the seat and wear the seatbacks to be sure they are or rear of the control to increase or seat belt properly. locked. decrease lumbar support. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
40 Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback Memory Seats to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks
To recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. If equipped, memory seats allow two 2. Move the seatback to the drivers to save and recall their desired position, and then unique seat positions for driving the release the lever to lock the To adjust a power seatback, vehicle, and a shared exit position seatback in place. if available: for getting out of the vehicle. Other 3. Push and pull on the seatback . Tilt the top of the control feature positions may also be to make sure it is locked. rearward to recline. saved, such as power mirrors, To return the seatback to the upright . Tilt the top of the control forward if equipped. Memory positions are position: to raise. linked to RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic memory recalls. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the Before saving, adjust all available seatback, and the seatback will memory feature positions. Turn the return to the upright position. vehicle on and then press and release SET; a beep will sound. Then immediately press and hold 1, Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 41 2, or B (Exit) until two beeps menu, then Vehicle, then transmitter. Turn the vehicle off sound. To manually recall these Seating Position, and then Seat and remove the key or RKE Entry Memory. Select On or Off. transmitter from the vehicle. positions, press and hold 1, 2, or B See “Seat Entry Memory” later in 3. Start the vehicle with the initial until the saved position is reached. this section. Follow the instructions under key or RKE transmitter. The “Saving Memory Positions.” . To begin Seat Exit Memory DIC should display the driver movement when the vehicle is number of your RKE The vehicle identifies the current turned off and the driver door is transmitter. driver’s RKE transmitter number (1– opened, or when the vehicle is 8). See Remote Keyless Entry Saving Memory Positions 0 turned off with the driver door (RKE) System Operation 8. Only already opened, select the Read these instructions completely RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be Settings menu, then Vehicle, before saving memory positions. used for automatic memory recalls. then Seating Position, and then To save preferred driving positions A Driver Information Center (DIC) Seat Exit Memory. Select On or welcome message indicating the 1 and 2: Off. See “Seat Exit Memory” transmitter number may display for later in this section. 1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ the first few ignition cycles following ACCESSORY. a transmitter change. For Seat Entry . See Vehicle Personalization Memory to work properly, save the 0 134 for additional setting A DIC welcome message may positions to the memory button (1 or information. indicate driver number 1 or 2. 2) matching the RKE transmitter Identifying Driver Number 2. Adjust all available memory number displayed in the DIC features to the desired driving welcome message. Carry the linked To identify the driver number: position. RKE transmitter when entering the 1. Move your RKE transmitter 3. Press and release SET; a beep vehicle. away from the vehicle. will sound. Vehicle Personalization Settings 2. Start the vehicle with another . To begin the Seat Entry Memory key or RKE transmitter. The movement when the vehicle is DIC should display the driver started, select the Settings number for the other RKE Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
42 Seats and Restraints 4. Immediately press and hold the Manually Recalling Memory or turned from off to ACC/ 1 or 2 memory button matching Positions ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8 the above DIC welcome B will not provide automatic memory message until two beeps Press and hold 1, 2, or to recall recalls. sound. the previously saved memory positions if you are driver 1 or 2 To turn Seat Entry Memory on or off, If too much time passes identified in the DIC welcome see “Vehicle Personalization between releasing SET and message. RKE transmitters 3 8 will Settings” previously in this section – 0 pressing 1, the memory not recall memory positions. and Vehicle Personalization 134. position will not be saved and To stop Manual Memory recall The shift lever must be in P (Park) two beeps will not sound. to start Seat Entry Memory. Seat movement, release 1, 2, or B or Repeat Steps 3 and 4. Entry Memory recall will complete if 1 or 2 corresponds to the driver press any of the following controls: the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) number. See “Identifying Driver . Power seat prior to reaching the saved memory Number previously in this position. ” . Memory SET section. To stop Seat Entry Memory recall . Power mirror, with the driver or 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second passenger side mirror selected movement, turn the vehicle off or driver using 1 or 2. press any of the following controls: Seat Entry Memory To save the position for B and . Power seat The vehicle identifies the number of Seat Exit Memory features, repeat Memory SET, 1, 2, or B the current driver’s RKE transmitter . Steps 1–4 using B. This saves the (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry position for getting out of the . Power mirror, with the driver or (RKE) System Operation 0 8. If the passenger side mirror selected vehicle. RKE transmitter is 1 or 2, and Seat Save preferred memory feature Entry Memory is enabled in vehicle If the saved memory seat position positions to both 1 and 2 if you are personalization, the positions saved does not automatically recall or the only driver. to the same memory button number recalls to the wrong positions, the 1 or 2 are automatically recalled driver’s RKE transmitter number (1 when the vehicle is turned on, or 2) may not match the memory button number that positions were Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 43 saved to. Try storing the position to . Power mirror, with the driver or the other memory button or try the passenger side mirror selected Warning (Continued) other RKE transmitter. Obstructions overheat. An overheated seat Seat Exit Memory If something has blocked the driver heater may cause a burn or may Seat Exit Memory is not linked to an seat while recalling a memory damage the seat. RKE transmitter. The position saved position, the recall may stop. to B is used for all drivers. To turn Remove the obstruction and try the Seat Exit Memory on or off, see recall again. If the memory position "Vehicle Personalization Settings" still does not recall, see your dealer. previously in this section and Vehicle Personalization 0 134. Heated and Ventilated If turned on, the position saved to Front Seats B is automatically recalled when one of the following occurs: { Warning . The vehicle is turned off and the If temperature change or pain to driver door is opened within a the skin cannot be felt, the seat short time. heater may cause burns. To . The vehicle is turned off with the reduce the risk of burns, use care driver door open. when using the seat heater, If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, especially for long periods of To stop Seat Exit Memory the engine must be running. movement, press any of the time. Do not place anything on following memory controls: the seat that insulates against Press L or M to heat the driver or . Power seat heat, such as a blanket, cushion, passenger seat cushion and cover, or similar item. This may seatback. . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B cause the seat heater to (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
44 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the on, and when it is hot outside the Rear Seats highest setting. With each press of ventilated seats turn on. The heated the button, the heated seat will or ventilated seats are canceled Rear Seat Reminder change to the next lower setting, when the ignition is turned on. Press and then to the off setting. The the heated or ventilated seat button If equipped, the message REAR lights indicate three for the highest to use the heated or ventilated seats SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR setting and one for the lowest. after the vehicle is started. SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be The passenger seat may take The heated or ventilated seat an item or passenger in the rear longer to heat up. indicator lights do not turn on during seat. Check before exiting the a remote start. vehicle. Press { or C to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat The temperature performance of an This feature will activate when a has a fan that pulls air through the unoccupied seat may be reduced. second row door is opened while seat cushion and seatback. The air This is normal. the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes is not cooled. The remote start heated or before the vehicle is turned on. There will be an alert when the Press the button once for the ventilated seats may be enabled or vehicle is turned off. The alert does highest setting. With each press of disabled in the vehicle not directly detect objects in the rear the button, the ventilated seat will personalization menu. See Remote 0 seat; instead, under certain change to the next lower setting, Vehicle Start 15 and 0 conditions, it detects when a rear and then to the off setting. The Vehicle Personalization 134. door is opened and closed, lights indicate three for the highest indicating that there may be setting and one for the lowest. something in the rear seat. Remote Start Heated and The feature is active only once each Ventilated Seats time the vehicle is turned on and off, During a remote start, the heated or and will require reactivation by ventilated seats, if equipped, can be opening and closing the second row turned on automatically. When it is doors. There may be an alert even cold outside, the heated seats turn when there is nothing in the rear seat; for example, if a child entered Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 45 the vehicle through the rear door 3. Push and pull on the seatback and left the vehicle without the to make sure it is locked. vehicle being shut off. Folding the Seatback The feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 134. Either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a Reclining the Seatback seatback only when the vehicle is To recline the seatback: not moving. Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause 2. Pull the handle on top of the damage to the seat or the seat seatback to unlock it. belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their A tab near the seatback lever normal stowed position before raises when the seatback is unlocked. folding a rear seat. 3. Fold the seatback forward. To fold the seatback: 1. Fold the head restraint. See 1. Pull the reclining seatback Head Restraints 0 36. handle. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the handle to lock the seatback in place. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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{ Warning
A seat belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. 4. Stow the seat belt in the belt If equipped, the rear seatbacks can stowage clip. also be folded forward by pulling the To raise a seatback: Repeat the steps to fold the levers on the passenger side of the other seatback, if desired. rear cargo area. Raising the Seatback
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If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 47 1. Ensure the seat belt is in the Heated Rear Seats Press z to heat the left or right belt stowage clip. outboard seat cushion and 2. Lift the seatback up and push it { Warning seatback. rearward to lock it in place. + If temperature change or pain to Press to heat the left or right A tab near the seatback lever outboard seatback only. retracts when the seatback is the skin cannot be felt, the seat locked in place. heater may cause burns. See the Press the button once for the Warning under Heated and highest setting. With each press of 3. Return the head restraint to the Ventilated Front Seats 0 43. the button, the heated seat will upright position. See Head change to the next lower setting, Restraints 0 36. and then to the off setting. The 4. Push and pull the top of the lights indicate three for the highest seatback to be sure it is locked setting and one for the lowest. into position. 5. Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback, if necessary. When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked position.
If equipped, the rear heated seat buttons are on the rear of the center console. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
48 Seats and Restraints Seat Belts When riding in a vehicle, you travel Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the This section describes how to use vehicle stops suddenly, you keep seat belts properly, and some things passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you. not to do. the vehicle that is not equipped It could be the windshield, the with seats and seat belts. instrument panel, or the seat belts! { Warning Always wear a seat belt, and When you wear a seat belt, you and check that all passenger(s) are the vehicle slow down together. Do not let anyone ride where a restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because seat belt cannot be worn properly. you stop over a longer distance and, In a crash, if you or your when worn properly, your strongest passenger(s) are not wearing This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts. bones take the forces from the seat seat belts, injuries can be much See Seat Belt Reminders 0 112. belts. That is why wearing seat belts worse than if you are wearing makes such good sense. seat belts. You can be seriously Why Seat Belts Work injured or killed by hitting things Questions and Answers About inside the vehicle harder or by Seat Belts being ejected from the vehicle. In Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle addition, anyone who is not after a crash if I am wearing a buckled up can strike other seat belt? passengers in the vehicle. A: You could be — whether you are It is extremely dangerous to ride wearing a seat belt or not. Your in a cargo area, inside or outside chance of being conscious of a vehicle. In a collision, during and after a crash, so you passengers riding in these areas can unbuckle and get out, is are more likely to be seriously much greater if you are belted. injured or killed. Do not allow (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 49 Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants this applies force to the strong should I have to wear seat to buckle up. Statistics show that pelvic bones and you would be belts? unbelted people are hurt more often less likely to slide under the lap A: Airbags are supplemental in crashes than those who are belt. If you slid under it, the belt systems only. They work with wearing seat belts. would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause seat belts — not instead of them. There are important things to know Whether or not an airbag is about wearing a seat belt properly. serious or even fatal injuries. provided, all occupants still have . Wear the shoulder belt over the to buckle up to get the most shoulder and across the chest. protection. These parts of the body are best Also, in nearly all states and in able to take belt restraining all Canadian provinces, the law forces. The shoulder belt locks if requires wearing seat belts. there is a sudden stop or crash. How to Wear Seat Belts { Warning Properly You can be seriously injured, Follow these rules for everyone's or even killed, by not wearing protection. your seat belt properly. There are additional things to know about seat belts and children, . Sit up straight and always keep including smaller children and your feet on the floor in front of infants. If a child will be riding in the you (if possible). vehicle, see Older Children 0 68 or . Always use the correct buckle Infants and Young Children 0 70. for your seating position. Review and follow the rules for . Wear the lap part of the belt low children in addition to the following and snug on the hips, just rules. touching the thighs. In a crash, Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.
Never allow the lap or shoulder belt Never wear the shoulder belt under to become loose or twisted. both arms or behind your back. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 51 feature stays engaged after { Warning letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat, The seat belt can be pinched if it move the seat rearward or is routed under plastic trim on the recline the seat until the seat, such as trim around the rear shoulder belt retractor lock seatback folding handle or side releases. airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not be able to provide Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front adequate protection. Never allow outboard seating position may seat belts to be routed under affect the passenger sensing plastic trim pieces. system. See Passenger 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull Sensing System 0 62. Lap-Shoulder Belt the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you The following instructions explain very quickly. If this happens, let how to wear a lap-shoulder belt the belt go back slightly to properly. unlock it. Then pull the belt 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is across you more slowly. adjustable, so you can sit up If the shoulder portion of a straight. To see how, see passenger belt is pulled out all “Seats” in the Index. the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. See Child Restraint Systems 0 72. If this occurs, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the locking Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
52 Seats and Restraints If the webbing locks in the latch To unlatch the belt, push the button plate before it reaches the on the buckle. The belt should buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to return to its stowed position. unlock. Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer. 4. To make the lap part tight, pull Before a door is closed, be sure the up on the shoulder belt. seat belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a seat belt, damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Seat Belt Pretensioners Pull up on the latch plate to This vehicle has seat belt make sure it is secure. If the pretensioners for the front outboard belt is not long enough, see occupants. Although the seat belt Seat Belt Extender 0 55. pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the seat belt assembly. Position the release button on They can help tighten the seat belts the buckle so that the seat belt during the early stages of a could be quickly unbuckled if moderate to severe frontal, near necessary. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 53 activation are met. Seat belt To install: pretensioners can also help tighten Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event. and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take Pretensioners work only once. If the belt restraining forces. pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle’s seat belt Rear seat belt comfort guides may system will need to be replaced. provide added seat belt comfort for See Replacing Seat Belt System older children who have outgrown Parts after a Crash 0 56. booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, Do not sit on the outboard seat belt the comfort guide positions the while entering or exiting the vehicle, shoulder belt away from the neck or at any time while sitting in the and head. seat. Sitting on the seat belt can 1. Remove the guide from its damage the webbing and hardware. This vehicle will have rear seat belt storage pocket on the side of comfort guides in the rear outboard the seatback. Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides seating positions.
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54 Seats and Restraints 3. Be sure that the belt is not removed from the guide. Slide the twisted and it lies flat. The guide back into its storage pocket elastic cord must be behind the on the side of the seatback. belt with the plastic guide on the front. Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear seat belts. 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.
4. Buckle, position, and release the seat belt as described previously in this section. Make sure the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the seat belt can be Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 55 A pregnant woman should wear a information on the proper use and fit Make sure the seat belt reminder lap-shoulder belt, and the lap of seat belt extenders see the light is working. See Seat Belt portion should be worn as low as instruction sheet that comes with Reminders 0 112. possible, below the rounding, the extender. Keep seat belts clean and dry. See throughout the pregnancy. Seat Belt Care 0 55. The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a seat Periodically check the seat belt Seat Belt Care belt is worn properly, it is more likely reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch Keep belts clean and dry. that the fetus will not be hurt in a plates, retractors, shoulder belt crash. For pregnant women, as for height adjusters (if equipped), and Seat belts should be properly cared anyone, the key to making seat seat belt anchorages to make sure for and maintained. belts effective is wearing them they are all in working order. Look Seat belt hardware should be kept properly. for any other loose or damaged seat dry and free of dust or debris. As belt system parts that might keep a necessary, exterior hard surfaces Seat Belt Extender seat belt system from performing and seat belt webbing may be lightly If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten properly. See your dealer to have it cleaned with mild soap and water. around you, you should use it. repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted Ensure there is not excessive dust seat belts may not protect you in a or debris in the mechanism. If dust But if a seat belt is not long enough, crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can or debris exists in the system please your dealer will order you an rip apart under impact forces. If a see the dealer. Parts may need to extender. When you go in to order it, belt is torn or frayed, have it be replaced to ensure proper take the heaviest coat you will wear, replaced immediately. If a belt is functionality of the system. so the extender will be long enough twisted, it may be possible to for you. To help avoid personal untwist by reversing the latch plate injury, do not let someone else use on the webbing. If the twist cannot it, and use it only for the seat it is be corrected, ask your dealer to made to fit. The extender has been fix it. designed for adults. Never use it for securing child restraints. For more Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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{ Warning Warning (Continued) Airbag System The vehicle has the following Do not bleach or dye seat belt have them inspected and any airbags: webbing. It may severely weaken necessary replacements made as the webbing. In a crash, they soon as possible. . A frontal airbag for the driver might not be able to provide . A frontal airbag for the front adequate protection. Clean and After a minor crash, replacement of outboard passenger rinse seat belt webbing only with seat belts may not be necessary. . A seat-mounted side impact mild soap and lukewarm water. But the seat belt assemblies that airbag for the driver Allow the webbing to dry. were used during any crash may . A seat-mounted side impact have been stressed or damaged. airbag for the front outboard See your dealer to have the seat passenger Replacing Seat Belt belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a replaced. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver Crash and the passenger seated New parts and repairs may be directly behind the driver necessary even if the seat belt { Warning system was not being used at the . A roof-rail airbag for the front time of the crash. outboard passenger and the A crash can damage the seat belt passenger seated directly Have the seat belt pretensioners system in the vehicle. A damaged behind the front outboard checked if the vehicle has been in a passenger seat belt system may not properly crash, or if the airbag readiness light protect the person using it, stays on after you start the vehicle All vehicle airbags have the word resulting in serious injury or even or while you are driving. See Airbag AIRBAG on the trim or on a label death in a crash. To help make Readiness Light 0 112. near the deployment opening. sure the seat belt systems are working properly after a crash, (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 57 For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front airbags. Airbags are designed to airbag when it inflates can be outboard passenger. work with seat belts, not replace seriously injured or killed. Do not them. Also, airbags are not sit unnecessarily close to any For seat-mounted side impact designed to inflate in every crash. airbag, as you would be if sitting airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the In some crashes seat belts are on the edge of the seat or leaning side of the seatback or side of the the only restraint. See When forward. Seat belts help keep you seat closest to the door. Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 59. in position before and during a For roof-rail airbags, the word Wearing your seat belt during a crash. Always wear a seat belt, AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. crash helps reduce your chance even with airbags. The driver Airbags are designed to supplement of hitting things inside the vehicle should sit as far back as possible the protection provided by seat or being ejected from it. Airbags while still maintaining control of the vehicle. The seat belts and belts. Even though today's airbags are “supplemental restraints” to are also designed to help reduce the seat belts. Everyone in the the front outboard passenger the risk of injury from the force of an vehicle should wear a seat belt airbags are most effective when inflating bag, all airbags must inflate properly, whether or not there is you are sitting well back and very quickly to do their job. an airbag for that person. upright in the seat with both feet Here are the most important things on the floor. to know about the airbag system: Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side { Warning { Warning windows in seating positions with Because airbags inflate with great seat-mounted side impact airbags You can be severely injured or and/or roof-rail airbags. killed in a crash if you are not force and faster than the blink of wearing your seat belt, even with an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to, any (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
58 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? { Warning
Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 68 or Infants and Young Children 0 70.
The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger The driver frontal airbag is in the side instrument panel. center of the steering wheel.
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 112. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger block the inflation path of a Side Similar Side Similar seat-mounted side impact airbag. The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, Never secure anything to the roof passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags impact airbags are in the side of the second row outboard passengers by routing a rope or tie‐down seatbacks closest to the door. are in the ceiling above the side through any door or window windows. opening. If you do, the path of an inflating roof-rail airbag will be { Warning blocked. If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the When Should an Airbag airbag might not inflate properly Inflate? or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System 0 56. (Continued) Airbags are designed to inflate if the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
60 Seats and Restraints impact exceeds the specific airbag whether the object is fixed or severe frontal impact. Roof-rail system's deployment threshold. moving, rigid or deformable, narrow airbags are not designed to inflate in Deployment thresholds are used to or wide. rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to will inflate when either side of the to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear vehicle is struck or if the sensing inflate and help restrain the impacts, or many side impacts. system predicts that the vehicle is occupants. The vehicle has about to roll over on its side, or in a electronic sensors that help the In addition, the vehicle has severe frontal impact. airbag system determine the advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced technology In any particular crash, no one can severity of the impact. Deployment say whether an airbag should have thresholds can vary with specific frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. inflated simply because of the vehicle design. vehicle damage or repair costs. Frontal airbags are designed to Seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate in moderate to severe frontal are designed to inflate in moderate What Makes an Airbag or near frontal crashes to help to severe side crashes depending Inflate? reduce the potential for severe on the location of the impact. injuries, mainly to the driver's or Seat-mounted side impact airbags In a deployment event, the sensing front outboard passenger's head are not designed to inflate in frontal system sends an electrical signal and chest. impacts, near frontal impacts, triggering a release of gas from the rollovers, or rear impacts. inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the Whether the frontal airbags will or A seat-mounted side impact airbag airbag causing the bag to break out should inflate is not based primarily is designed to inflate on the side of of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, on how fast the vehicle is traveling. the vehicle that is struck. and related hardware are all part of It depends on what is hit, the the airbag module. direction of the impact, and how Roof-rail airbags are designed to quickly the vehicle slows down. inflate in moderate to severe side For airbag locations, see Where Are crashes depending on the location the Airbags? 0 58. Frontal airbags may inflate at of the impact. In addition, these different crash speeds depending on roof-rail airbags are designed to whether the vehicle hits an object inflate during a rollover or in a straight on or at an angle, and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 61 How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many prevent the driver from seeing out of types of collisions, primarily the windshield or being able to steer Restrain? because the occupant's motion is the vehicle, nor does it prevent In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags. See When people from leaving the vehicle. near frontal collisions, even belted Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 59. occupants can contact the steering Airbags should never be regarded { Warning wheel or the instrument panel. In as anything more than a supplement moderate to severe side collisions, to seat belts. When an airbag inflates, there even belted occupants can contact may be dust in the air. This dust the inside of the vehicle. What Will You See after could cause breathing problems Airbags supplement the protection an Airbag Inflates? for people with a history of provided by seat belts by asthma or other breathing trouble. distributing the force of the impact After frontal and seat-mounted side To avoid this, everyone in the more evenly over the impact airbags inflate, they quickly vehicle should get out as soon as occupant's body. deflate, so quickly that some people it is safe to do so. If you have may not even realize the airbags Rollover capable roof-rail airbags breathing problems but cannot inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still are designed to help contain the get out of the vehicle after an be at least partially inflated for some head and chest of occupants in the airbag inflates, then get fresh air time after they inflate. Some outboard seating positions in the by opening a window or a door. components of the airbag module first and second rows. The rollover If you experience breathing may be hot for several minutes. For capable roof-rail airbags are problems following an airbag location of the airbags, see Where designed to help reduce the risk of deployment, you should seek Are the Airbags? 0 58. full or partial ejection in rollover medical attention. events, although no system can The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, prevent all such ejections. The vehicle has a feature that may but not too hot to touch. There may automatically unlock the doors, turn be some smoke and dust coming on the interior lamps and hazard from the vents in the deflated warning flashers, and shut off the airbags. Airbag inflation does not fuel system after the airbags inflate. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
62 Seats and Restraints The feature may also activate, crash. See Vehicle Data without airbag inflation, after an Warning (Continued) Recording and Privacy 0 389 event that exceeds a predetermined and threshold. After turning the ignition Use caution if you should attempt Event Data Recorders 0 389. off and then on again, the fuel to restart the engine after a crash has occurred. . Let only qualified technicians system will return to normal work on the airbag systems. operation; the doors can be locked, Improper service can mean that the interior lamps can be turned off, In many crashes severe enough to an airbag system will not work and the hazard warning flashers can inflate the airbag, windshields are properly. See your dealer for be turned off using the controls for broken by vehicle deformation. service. those features. If any of these Additional windshield breakage may systems are damaged in the crash also occur from the front outboard they may not operate as normal. Passenger Sensing passenger airbag. System . Airbags are designed to inflate { Warning only once. After an airbag The vehicle has a passenger inflates, you will need some new sensing system for the front A crash severe enough to inflate parts for the airbag system. outboard passenger position. The the airbags may have also If you do not get them, the passenger airbag status indicator damaged important functions in airbag system will not be there will light on the overhead console the vehicle, such as the fuel to help protect you in another when the vehicle is started. system, brake and steering crash. A new system will include systems, etc. Even if the vehicle airbag modules and possibly appears to be drivable after a other parts. The service manual moderate crash, there may be for the vehicle covers the need concealed damage that could to replace other parts. make it difficult to safely operate . The vehicle has a crash sensing the vehicle. and diagnostic module which (Continued) records information after a Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 63 The words ON and OFF, and the Whenever possible, children aged symbols for on and off, will be 12 and under should be secured in Warning (Continued) visible during the system check. a rear seating position. deploy under some unusual When the system check is Never put a rear-facing child seat in complete, either the word ON or circumstance, even though the the front. This is because the risk to airbag is turned off. OFF, and the symbol for on or off, the rear-facing child is so great, will be visible. See Passenger if the airbag inflates. Never put a rear-facing child Airbag Status Indicator 0 113. restraint in the front seat, even if The passenger sensing system { Warning the airbag is off. If securing a turns off the front outboard forward-facing child restraint in passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to sensing system. airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear The passenger sensing system the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another works with sensors that are part of restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child the front outboard passenger seat the inflating airbag. A child in a when a rear seat is not available. and seat belt. The sensors are forward-facing child restraint can designed to detect the presence of be seriously injured or killed if the The passenger sensing system is a properly seated occupant and passenger frontal airbag inflates designed to turn off the front determine if the front outboard and the passenger seat is in a outboard passenger frontal airbag if: passenger frontal airbag should be forward position. allowed to inflate or not. . The front outboard passenger Even if the passenger sensing seat is unoccupied. According to accident statistics, system has turned off the children are safer when properly . The system determines an infant passenger frontal airbag, no is present in a child restraint. secured in a rear seat in the correct system is fail-safe. No one can child restraint for their weight guarantee that an airbag will not . A front outboard passenger and size. takes his/her weight off of the (Continued) seat for a period of time. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
64 Seats and Restraints . There is a critical problem with person's seating posture and body is present in a child restraint. If a the airbag system or the build. Everyone in the vehicle who child restraint has been installed passenger sensing system. has outgrown child restraints should and the ON indicator is lit: When the passenger sensing wear a seat belt properly — whether 1. Turn the vehicle off. system has turned off the front or not there is an airbag for that person. 2. Remove the child restraint from outboard passenger frontal airbag, the vehicle. the OFF indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is { Warning 3. Remove any additional items off. See Passenger Airbag Status from the seat such as blankets, Indicator 0 113. If the airbag readiness light ever cushions, seat covers, seat comes on and stays on, it means heaters, or seat massagers. The passenger sensing system is that something may be wrong 4. Reinstall the child restraint designed to turn on the front with the airbag system. To help outboard passenger frontal airbag following the directions avoid injury to yourself or others, anytime the system senses that a provided by the child restraint have the vehicle serviced right person of adult size is sitting manufacturer and refer to away. See Airbag Readiness Securing Child Restraints (With properly in the front outboard 0 passenger seat. Light 112 for more information, the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) including important safety 0 83 or When the passenger sensing information. Securing Child Restraints (With system has allowed the airbag to be the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) enabled, the ON indicator will light 0 85. and stay lit as a reminder that the If the On Indicator Is Lit for a airbag is active. Child Restraint Make sure the seat belt retractor is locked by pulling The passenger sensing system is For some children, including the shoulder belt all the way designed to turn off the front children in child restraints, and for out of the retractor when outboard passenger frontal airbag if very small adults, the passenger installing the child restraint, the system determines that an infant sensing system may or may not turn even if the child restraint is off the front outboard passenger equipped with a seat belt lock frontal airbag, depending upon the off. When the retractor lock is Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 65 set, the belt can be tightened If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material but not pulled out of the Adult-Sized Occupant from the seat, such as retractor. blankets, cushions, seat 5. If, after reinstalling the child covers, seat heaters, or seat restraint and restarting the massagers. vehicle, the ON indicator is still 3. Place the seatback in the fully lit, turn the vehicle off. Then upright position. slightly recline the vehicle 4. Have the person sit upright in seatback and adjust the seat the seat, centered on the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make cushion, with legs comfortably sure that the vehicle seatback extended. is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion. 5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, Also make sure the child the child restraint locking restraint is not trapped under feature will be engaged. This If a person of adult size is sitting in the vehicle head restraint. may unintentionally cause the the front outboard passenger seat, If this happens, adjust the head passenger sensing system to but the OFF indicator is lit, it could restraint. See Head Restraints turn the airbag off for some 0 be because that person is not sitting 36. adult-sized occupants. If this properly in the seat or that the child 6. Restart the vehicle. happens, unbuckle the belt, let restraint locking feature is engaged. the belt go back all the way, The passenger sensing system may Use the following steps to allow the and then buckle the belt again or may not turn off the airbag for a system to detect that person and without pulling the belt out all child in a child restraint depending enable the front outboard passenger the way. upon the child’s size. It is better to frontal airbag: secure the child restraint in a rear 6. Restart the vehicle and have 1. Turn the vehicle off. seat. Never put a rear-facing child the person remain in this restraint in the front seat, even if the position for two to three minutes ON indicator is not lit. after the ON indicator is lit. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
66 Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, { Warning such as a blanket or cushion, Warning (Continued) or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat seatback may interfere with the airbag is turned off for an massagers can affect how well the proper operation of the passenger adult-sized occupant, the airbag passenger sensing system sensing system. will not be able to inflate and help operates. We recommend that you protect that person in a crash, not use seat covers or other Servicing the resulting in an increased risk of aftermarket equipment except when serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific Airbag-Equipped Vehicle adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to Airbags affect how the vehicle 0 ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 67 should be serviced. There are parts passenger seat, if the passenger for more information about of the airbag system in several airbag OFF indicator is lit. modifications that can affect how places around the vehicle. Your the system operates. dealer and the service manual have Additional Factors Affecting The ON indicator may be lit if an information about servicing the System Operation object, such as a briefcase, vehicle and the airbag system. To handbag, grocery bag, laptop, purchase a service manual, see Seat belts help keep the passenger or other electronic device, is put on Publication Ordering Information in position on the seat during an unoccupied seat. If this is not 0 386. vehicle maneuvers and braking, desired, remove the object from which helps the passenger sensing the seat. { Warning system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and { Warning For up to 10 seconds after the “Child Restraints” in the Index for vehicle is turned off and the additional information about the Stowing articles under the battery is disconnected, an airbag importance of proper restraint use. passenger seat or between the can still inflate during improper passenger seat cushion and service. You can be injured if you (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 67 . Front seats, including stitching, of the seat fabric, could also Warning (Continued) seams or zippers interfere with the operation of the . Seat belts passenger sensing system. This are close to an airbag when it could either prevent proper inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. . Steering wheel, instrument deployment of the passenger They are probably part of the panel, overhead console, ceiling airbag(s) or prevent the passenger airbag system. Be sure to follow trim, or pillar garnish trim sensing system from properly proper service procedures, and . Inner door seals, including turning off the passenger airbag(s). make sure the person performing speakers See Passenger Sensing System work for you is qualified to do so. 0 62. Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Adding Equipment to the of the airbag modules and sensors, airbags, see Different Size Tires 0 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle sensing and diagnostic module, and and Wheels 323 for additional airbag wiring along with the proper important information. Adding accessories that change the replacement procedures. If the vehicle must be modified vehicle's frame, bumper system, because you have a disability and height, front end, or side sheet In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the have questions about whether the metal may keep the airbag system modifications will affect the vehicle's from working properly. front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors that are part airbag system, or if you have The operation of the airbag system of the passenger seat. The questions about whether the airbag can also be affected by changing, passenger sensing system may not system will be affected if the vehicle including improperly repairing or operate properly if the original seat is modified for any other reason, call replacing, any parts of the following: trim is replaced with non-GM Customer Assistance. See Customer Assistance Offices 0 379. . Airbag system, including airbag covers, upholstery, or trim; or with modules, front or side impact GM covers, upholstery, or trim sensors, sensing and diagnostic designed for a different vehicle. Any module, or airbag wiring object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
68 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash regularly scheduled maintenance or Older Children replacement. Make sure the airbag { Warning readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 112. A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. Caution A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting opened, or broken, the airbag in serious injury or even death. To may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag open or break the airbag systems are working properly coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as covering and/or airbag module possible. Older children who have outgrown replaced. For the location of the booster seats should wear the airbags, see Where Are the vehicle’s seat belts. 0 If an airbag inflates, you will need to Airbags? 58. See your dealer replace airbag system parts. See The manufacturer instructions that for service. your dealer for service. come with the booster seat state the If the airbag readiness light stays on weight and height limitations for that after the vehicle is started or comes booster. Use a booster seat with a on when you are driving, the airbag lap-shoulder belt until the child system may not work properly. Have passes the fit test below: the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 112. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 69 . Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to Do the knees bend at the seat wear seat belts? { Warning edge? If yes, continue. If no, A: An older child should wear a return to the booster seat. Never allow more than one child lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt. The . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. additional restraint a shoulder seat belt cannot properly spread Does the shoulder belt rest on belt can provide. The shoulder the impact forces. In a crash, they the shoulder? If yes, continue. belt should not cross the face or can be crushed together and If no, try using the rear seat belt neck. The lap belt should fit seriously injured. A seat belt must comfort guide, if available. See snugly below the hips, just be used by only one person at Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides touching the top of the thighs. “ ” a time. under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 51. This applies belt force to the If a comfort guide is not child's pelvic bones in a crash. available, or if the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the still does not rest on the abdomen, which could cause shoulder, then return to the severe or even fatal internal booster seat. injuries in a crash. . Does the lap belt fit low and Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort snug on the hips, touching the Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt thighs? If yes, continue. If no, 0 51. return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics, . Can proper seat belt fit be children are safer when properly maintained for the length of the restrained in a rear seating position. trip? If yes, continue. If no, In a crash, children who are not return to the booster seat. buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Never allow a child to wear the Children can be seriously injured seat belt with the shoulder belt or strangled if a shoulder belt is behind their back. A child can be wrapped around their neck. The seriously injured by not wearing shoulder belt can tighten but the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a cannot be loosened if it is locked. crash, the child would not be The shoulder belt locks when it is restrained by the shoulder belt. pulled all the way out of the The child could move too far retractor. It unlocks when the forward increasing the chance of shoulder belt is allowed to go all head and neck injury. The child the way back into the retractor, might also slide under the lap Infants and Young but it cannot do this if it is belt. The belt force would then be Children wrapped around a child’s neck. applied right on the abdomen. If the shoulder belt is locked and Everyone in a vehicle needs That could cause serious or fatal tightened around a child’s neck, protection! This includes infants and injuries. The shoulder belt should the only way to loosen the belt is all other children. Neither the go over the shoulder and across to cut it. distance traveled nor the age and the chest. size of the traveler changes the Never leave children unattended need, for everyone, to use safety in a vehicle and never allow restraints. In fact, the law in every children to play with the seat state in the United States and in belts. every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 71 appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
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Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child Child restraints are devices used to will become so heavy it is not { Warning possible to hold it during a crash. restrain, seat, or position children in For example, in a crash at only Children who are up against, the vehicle and are sometimes 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) or very close to, any airbag when called child seats or car seats. infant will suddenly become a it inflates can be seriously injured There are three basic types of 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraints: arms. An infant or child should be child restraint in the front . Forward-facing child restraints secured in an appropriate child outboard seat. Secure a restraint. rear-facing child restraint in a rear . Rear-facing child restraints seat. It is also better to secure a . Belt-positioning booster seats forward-facing child restraint in a The proper child restraint for your rear seat. If you must secure a child depends on their size, weight, forward-facing child restraint in and age, and also on whether the the front outboard seat, always child restraint is compatible with the move the front passenger seat as vehicle in which it will be used. far back as it will go. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
72 Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, Child Restraint Systems there are many different models { Warning available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be A young child's hip bones are still used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the so small that the vehicle seat belt child restraint will have a label may not remain low on the hip saying that it meets federal motor bones, as it should. Instead, it vehicle safety standards. may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt The instruction manual that is would apply force on a body area provided with the child restraint that is unprotected by any bony states the weight and height limitations for that particular child structure. This alone could cause restraint. In addition, there are many serious or fatal injuries. To reduce kinds of child restraints available for the risk of serious or fatal injuries children with special needs. during a crash, young children Rear-Facing Infant Restraint should always be secured in an A rear-facing child restraint provides { Warning appropriate child restraint. restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. To reduce the risk of neck and The harness system holds the infant head injury in a crash, infants and in place and, in a crash, acts to toddlers should be secured in a keep the infant positioned in the rear-facing child restraint until age restraint. two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 73 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Restraint Booster Seats instructions that came with that A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is child restraint and the instructions provides restraint for the child's used for children who have in this manual. body with the harness. outgrown their forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are designed to To help reduce the chance of injury, improve the fit of the vehicle's seat the child restraint must be secured belt system until the child is large in the vehicle. Child restraints must enough for the vehicle seat belts to be secured in vehicle seats by lap fit properly without a booster seat. belts or the lap belt portion of a See the seat belt fit test in Older 0 lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH Children 68. system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 75 for more information. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
74 Seats and Restraints When securing an add-on child inspection station. For CPST Where to Put the restraint, refer to the following: availability in Canada, check with Restraint 1. Instruction labels provided on Transport Canada or the Provincial the child restraint Ministry of Transportation office. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when 2. Instruction manual provided Securing the Child Within the properly restrained in an appropriate with the child restraint Child Restraint child restraint secured in a rear 3. This vehicle owner's manual seating position. { Warning The child restraint instructions are Whenever possible, children aged important, so if they are not A child can be seriously injured or 12 and under should be secured in available, obtain a replacement killed in a crash if the child is not a rear seating position. copy from the manufacturer. properly secured in the child Never put a rear-facing child Keep in mind that an unsecured restraint. Secure the child restraint in the front. This is because child restraint can move around in a properly following the instructions the risk to the rear-facing child is so collision or sudden stop and injure that came with that child restraint. great if the airbag deploys. people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in { Warning the vehicle — even when no child is in it. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured In some areas Certified Child or killed if the front passenger Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect airbag inflates. This is because and demonstrate how to correctly the back of the rear-facing child use and install child restraints. In restraint would be very close to the U.S., refer to the National the inflating airbag. A child in a Highway Traffic Safety forward-facing child restraint can Administration (NHTSA) website to be seriously injured or killed if the locate the nearest child safety seat (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 75 When securing a child restraint with properly secure any child restraint in Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a rear seat position, the vehicle — even when no child is study the instructions that came with in it. front passenger airbag inflates the child restraint to make sure it is and the passenger seat is in a compatible with this vehicle. Lower Anchors and forward position. Child restraints and booster seats Tethers for Children Even if the passenger sensing vary considerably in size, and some (LATCH System) system has turned off the front may fit in certain seating positions passenger frontal airbag, no better than others. The LATCH system secures a child system is fail-safe. No one can restraint during driving or in a crash. Depending on where you place the guarantee that an airbag will not LATCH attachments on the child child restraint and the size of the deploy under some unusual restraint are used to attach the child child restraint, you may not be able restraint to the anchors in the circumstance, even though it is to access adjacent seat belts or turned off. vehicle. The LATCH system is LATCH anchors for additional designed to make installation of a Secure rear-facing child restraints passengers or child restraints. child restraint easier. in a rear seat, even if the airbag Adjacent seating positions should is off. If you secure a not be used if the child restraint In order to use the LATCH system in forward-facing child restraint in prevents access to or interferes with your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH the front seat, always move the the routing of the seat belt. attachments. LATCH-compatible front passenger seat as far back Wherever a child restraint is rear-facing and forward-facing child as it will go. It is better to secure installed, be sure to follow the seats can be properly installed the child restraint in a rear seat. instructions that came with the child using either the LATCH anchors or restraint and secure the child the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use See Passenger Sensing System restraint properly. 0 62 for additional information. both the seat belts and the LATCH Keep in mind that an unsecured anchorage system to secure a child restraint can move around in a rear-facing or forward-facing collision or sudden stop and injure child seat. people in the vehicle. Be sure to Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
76 Seats and Restraints Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat When installing a child restraint with belts to secure the child in the a top tether, you must also use booster seat. If the manufacturer either the lower anchors or the seat recommends that the booster seat belts to properly secure the child be secured with the LATCH system, restraint. A child restraint must this can be done as long as the never be attached using only the top booster seat can be positioned tether. properly and there is no interference For a forward-facing 5-pt harness with the proper positioning of the child restraint where the combined lap-shoulder belt on the child. weight of the child and restraint are Make sure to follow the instructions up to 29.5 kg (65 lb), use either the that came with the child restraint, lower LATCH anchorages with the and also the instructions in this top tether anchorage, or the seat manual. belt with the top tether anchorage. Where the combined weight of the child and restraint are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat belt with the top tether anchorage only. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 77 Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X Weight of the LATCH Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Seat Belt and Child + Child – – Anchors Only Anchors and Top Top Tether Restraint Tether Anchor Anchor Rear-Facing Up to XX Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Rear-Facing Greater than X Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Up to XX Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Greater than X Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)
See Securing Child Restraints (With The following explains how to attach secure the child restraint. See the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 83 a child restraint with these Securing Child Restraints (With the or attachments in the vehicle. Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 83 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Securing Child Restraints (With the 0 Not all vehicle seating positions or 0 Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 85. child restraints have lower anchors Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 85. Child restraints built after March and attachments or top tether 2014 will be labeled with the anchors and attachments. In this specific child weight up to which the case, the seat belt must be used LATCH system can be used to (with top tether where available) to install the restraint. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
78 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure built into the vehicle. There are two the top of the child restraint to the lower anchors for each LATCH vehicle. A top tether anchor is built seating position that will into the vehicle. The top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment hook (2) on the child lower attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Rear Seat Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top tether to I : Seating positions with top the anchor. tether anchors. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 79 H : Seating positions with two the anchors. Be sure to use an lower anchors. anchor located directly behind the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor To assist in locating the top tether if a national or local law requires anchors, the top tether anchor that the top tether be attached, or if symbol is near the top tether the instructions that come with the To assist in locating the lower anchors. child restraint say that the top tether anchors, each second row anchor must be attached. position has a label, near the crease According to accident statistics, between the seatback and the seat children and infants are safer when cushion. properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 74 for additional information.
Top Tether Anchors The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are on the back of the rear seatback. The rear compartment storage panel/cover might need to be adjusted to access Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
80 Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) System to come loose or even break Buckle any unused seat belts during a crash. A child or others behind the child restraint so { Warning could be injured. children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out A child could be seriously injured of the retractor to set the lock, or killed in a crash if the child and tighten the belt behind the restraint is not properly attached { Warning child restraint after the child to the vehicle using either the restraint has been installed. LATCH anchors or the vehicle Children can be seriously injured seat belt. Follow the instructions or strangled if a shoulder belt is that came with the child restraint wrapped around their neck. The and the instructions in this shoulder belt can tighten but Caution manual. cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is Do not let the LATCH pulled all the way out of the attachments rub against the retractor. It unlocks when the vehicle’s seat belts. This may { Warning shoulder belt is allowed to go all damage these parts. If necessary, the way back into the retractor, move buckled seat belts to avoid To reduce the risk of serious or but it cannot do this if it is rubbing the LATCH attachments. fatal injuries during a crash, do wrapped around a child’s neck. Do not fold the rear seatback not attach more than one child If the shoulder belt is locked and restraint to a single anchor. when the seat is occupied. Do not tightened around a child’s neck, Attaching more than one child fold the empty rear seat with a the only way to loosen the belt is seat belt buckled. This could restraint to a single anchor could to cut it. cause the anchor or attachment damage the seat belt or the seat. (Continued) (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 81 1.3. Attach and tighten the Caution (Continued) lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower Unbuckle and return the seat belt anchors. to its stowed position, before folding the seat. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, If you need to secure more than one attach and tighten the top child restraint in the rear seat, see tether to the top tether anchor, Where to Put the Restraint 0 74. if equipped. Refer to the child . If the position you are using 1. Attach and tighten the lower restraint instructions and the does not have a headrest or head restraint and you attachments to the lower following steps: are using a single tether, anchors. If the child restraint 2.1. Find the top tether does not have lower route the tether over the anchor. seatback. attachments or the desired seating position does not have 2.2. Route, attach and tighten lower anchors, secure the child the top tether according restraint with the top tether and to your child restraint the seat belt. Refer to the child instructions and the restraint manufacturer following instructions: instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. . If the position you are using 1.2. Put the child restraint on does not have a headrest the seat. or head restraint and you Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
82 Seats and Restraints are using a dual tether, Replacing LATCH System route the tether over the seatback. Parts After a Crash { Warning
A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly . If the position you are using secure the child restraint, has an adjustable headrest resulting in serious injury or even or head restraint and you death in a crash. To help make are using a single tether, sure the LATCH system is raise the headrest or head working properly after a crash, restraint and route the see your dealer to have the tether under the headrest or system inspected and any head restraint and in . If the position you are using necessary replacements made as has an adjustable headrest between the headrest or soon as possible. or head restraint and you head restraint posts. are using a dual tether, 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system raise the headrest or head child restraint, make sure it is and it was being used during a restraint and route the securely held in place. To crash, new LATCH system parts tether under the headrest or check, grasp the child restraint may be needed. head restraint and in at the LATCH path and attempt between the headrest or to move it side to side and New parts and repairs may be head restraint posts. back and forth. There should necessary even if the LATCH be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of system was not being used at the movement, for proper time of the crash. installation. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 83 Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have (With the Seat Belt in the a top tether, and that the tether be Rear Seat) attached. When securing a child restraint with If the child restraint or vehicle seat the seat belts in a rear seat position, position does not have the LATCH study the instructions that came with system, you will be using the seat the child restraint to make sure it is belt to secure the child restraint. Be compatible with this vehicle. sure to follow the instructions that If the child restraint has the LATCH came with the child restraint. system, see Lower Anchors and If more than one child restraint Tethers for Children (LATCH needs to be installed in the rear System) 0 75 for how and where to seat, be sure to read Where to Put 3. Push the latch plate into the install the child restraint using the Restraint 0 74. buckle until it clicks. LATCH. If a child restraint is 1. Put the child restraint on Position the release button on secured in the vehicle using a seat the seat. the buckle, away from the child belt and it uses a top tether, see restraint, so that the seat belt Lower Anchors and Tethers for 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run could be quickly unbuckled if Children (LATCH System) 0 75 for the lap and shoulder portions necessary. top tether anchor locations. of the vehicle seat belt through or around the child restraint. Do not secure a child seat in a The child restraint instructions position without a top tether anchor will show you how. if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
84 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 75. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the 5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of the retractor. back into the retractor. When movement. installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint, restraint, it may be helpful to unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position. the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 85 Securing Child Restraints { Warning Warning (Continued) (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far seat is a safer place to secure a passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to forward-facing child restraint. See This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a Where to Put the Restraint 0 74. rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. In addition, the vehicle has a be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System passenger sensing system which is airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 62 for additional information. designed to turn off the front child restraint can be seriously outboard passenger frontal airbag injured or killed if the front under certain conditions. See outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top 0 Passenger Sensing System 62 inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and and in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH Passenger Airbag Status Indicator System) 0 75 for top tether anchor 0 113 for more information, including Even if the passenger sensing locations. important safety information. system has turned off the front Do not secure a child seat in a outboard passenger frontal Never put a rear-facing child seat in position without a top tether anchor airbag, no system is fail-safe. No the front. This is because the risk to if a national or local law requires the rear-facing child is so great, one can guarantee that an airbag that the top tether be anchored, or if if the airbag deploys. will not deploy under some the instructions that come with the unusual circumstance, even child restraint say that the top tether though it is turned off. must be anchored. Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that in a rear seat, even if the airbag forward-facing child restraints have is off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be (Continued) attached. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
86 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to or around the restraint. The secure the child restraint in this child restraint instructions will position, follow the instructions that show you how. came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. Move the seat upward or the seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight installation of the child restraint. 4. Push the latch plate into the When the passenger sensing buckle until it clicks. system has turned off the front Position the release button on outboard passenger frontal the buckle, away from the child airbag, the OFF indicator on Tilt the latch plate to adjust the restraint, so that the seat belt the passenger airbag status belt if needed. could be quickly unbuckled if indicator should light and stay necessary. lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 113. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Seats and Restraints 87 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbag is off, the OFF indicator 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down in the passenger airbag status way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the indicator will come on and stay on the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to when the vehicle is started. lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the If a child restraint has been installed tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt and the ON indicator is lit, see “If the retractor. back into the retractor. When the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child installing a forward-facing child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing restraint, it may be helpful to System 0 62. use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you To remove the child restraint, tighten the belt. unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
88 Storage Storage Storage Sunglasses Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 88 { Warning Glove Box ...... 88 Cupholders ...... 88 Do not store heavy or sharp Sunglasses Storage ...... 88 objects in storage compartments. Center Console Storage ...... 89 In a crash, these objects may cause the cover to open and Additional Storage Features could result in injury. Rear Compartment/Storage Panel Cover ...... 89 Cargo Cover ...... 89 Glove Box Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 90 Open the glove box by lifting up on Convenience Net ...... 91 If equipped, sunglasses storage is the lever. on the overhead console. Press the Roof Rack System fixed button on the cover and Roof Rack System ...... 91 Cupholders release to access. Two cupholders are in the center console. Cupholders may be located in the second row seat armrest. To access, pull the armrest down. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Storage 89 Center Console Storage Additional Storage Cargo Cover Features { Warning
Rear Compartment/ An unsecured cargo cover could Storage Panel Cover strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the There may be a storage area under cargo cover securely or remove it the load floor. from the vehicle.
{ Warning
Do not place objects on the cargo There is storage in the center cover. Sudden stops or turns can console; lift the lever on the front cause objects to be thrown in the to open. vehicle. You or others could be If equipped, there are two USB injured. ports for data and charging. If equipped, use the cargo cover to cover items in the rear of the Lift the load floor and fold it forward vehicle. to access the storage area. To remove the cover from the After storing items, make sure to vehicle, pull both ends toward each properly secure the load floor. other. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
90 Storage To store the cargo cover: Cargo Tie-Downs
1. Press the buttons on both ends until locked.
3. Store under the load floor. To reinstall, press the buttons to unlock the ends of the cover. 1. Convenience Net Retainers Place each end of the cover in the 2. Cargo Tie-Downs holes behind the rear seat. The vehicle may be equipped with two cargo tie-downs and two convenience net retainers in the rear compartment.
2. Insert the right side of the cargo cover first. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Storage 91 Convenience Net Roof Rack System Caution This vehicle may have a convenience net in the rear of the { Warning Loading cargo on the roof rack vehicle. Attach it to the convenience that weighs more than 100 kg net retainers for storing small loads. If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or the vehicle that is longer or wider Do not use the net to store heavy sides of the vehicle may damage than the roof rack like paneling, loads. — the vehicle. Do not load cargo plywood, or a mattress — the exceeding 100 kg (220 lbs) and wind can catch it while the vehicle always load cargo so that it rests is being driven. The item being evenly between the crossrails and carried could be violently torn off, does not block the vehicle lamps and this could cause a collision or windows. Fasten the cargo and damage the vehicle. Never securely. carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier.
If equipped with side rails or docking stations, GM certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory and used to load items. See your dealer. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
92 Storage To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle’s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers; otherwise it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its 1. Side Rails place. Do not exceed the maximum 2. Docking Stations vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 93 Engine Coolant Temperature Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Instruments and Gauge ...... 111 Warning Light ...... 122 Controls Seat Belt Reminders ...... 112 Security Light ...... 122 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 112 High-Beam On Light ...... 122 Passenger Airbag Status Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 123 Controls Indicator ...... 113 Lamps On Reminder ...... 123 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 94 Charging System Light ...... 114 Cruise Control Light ...... 123 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Steering Wheel Controls ...... 94 Information Displays Heated Steering Wheel ...... 94 (Check Engine Light) ...... 114 Brake System Warning Driver Information Center (DIC) Horn ...... 94 (Base Level and Midlevel) . . . 123 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 94 Light ...... 116 Electric Parking Brake Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . 96 (Uplevel) ...... 129 Compass ...... 96 Light ...... 117 Clock ...... 97 Service Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages Power Outlets ...... 97 Light ...... 117 Vehicle Messages ...... 133 Wireless Charging ...... 98 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Engine Power Messages . . . . . 134 Warning Light ...... 117 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 134 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 118 Indicators Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Personalization Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light ...... 118 Vehicle Personalization ...... 134 Indicators ...... 101 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 118 Instrument Cluster (Base and Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 119 Universal Remote System Midlevel) ...... 102 Traction Off Light ...... 119 Universal Remote System . . . . 140 Instrument Cluster StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 119 Universal Remote System (Uplevel) ...... 106 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Programming ...... 140 Speedometer ...... 109 StabiliTrak Light ...... 120 Universal Remote System Odometer ...... 109 Wait-to-Start Light ...... 120 Operation ...... 142 Trip Odometer ...... 109 Tire Pressure Light ...... 120 Tachometer ...... 109 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 121 Fuel Gauge ...... 110 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 121 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
94 Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel The steering wheel takes about while driving. three minutes to start heating. Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Horn Adjustment The infotainment system can be Press a on the steering wheel pad operated by using the steering to sound the horn. wheel controls. See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the infotainment Windshield Wiper/Washer manual. Heated Steering Wheel
To adjust the steering wheel: The windshield wiper/washer lever 1. Pull the lever down. is on the side of the steering 2. Move the steering wheel up column. With the ignition on or in or down. ACC/ACCESSORY, move the windshield wiper lever to select the 3. Pull or push the steering wheel wiper speed. closer or away from you. HI : Use for fast wipes. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the ( : If equipped with a heated steering wheel in place. steering wheel, press to turn on or off. A light near the button displays when the feature is turned on. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 95 LO : Use for slow wipes. If the windshield wiper lever is then { Warning moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, Before driving the vehicle, always the wipers will restart and move to clear snow and ice from the hood, the base of the windshield. windshield, roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all lamps and If the ignition is turned off while the windows. Reduced visibility from wipers are performing wipes due to snow and ice buildup could lead windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the to a crash. base of the windshield. INT : Move the lever up to INT for Clear snow and ice from the wiper Windshield Washer intermittent wipes, then turn the blades and windshield before using band up for more frequent wipes or f : Pull the windshield wiper them. If frozen to the windshield, down for less frequent wipes. lever toward you to spray windshield carefully loosen or thaw them. washer fluid and activate the wipers. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. Damaged blades should be The wipers will continue until the replaced. See Wiper Blade lever is released or the maximum 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move 0 the lever down. For several wipes, Replacement 292. wash time is reached. When the hold the lever down. Heavy snow or ice can overload the lever is released, additional wipes wiper motor. If the wiper motor may occur depending on how long overheats, the windshield wipers will the windshield washer had been { Warning 0 stop until the motor cools and the activated. See Washer Fluid 287 In freezing weather, do not use wiper control is turned off. See for information on filling the the washer until the windshield is Electrical System Overload 0 298. windshield washer fluid reservoir. warmed. Otherwise the washer Wiper Parking fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they will immediately stop. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
96 Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ or high speed wipes. If the rear { Warning wiper control is off, the transmission Washer is in R (Reverse), and the front The ignition must be on or in the In freezing weather, do not use windshield wiper is performing ACC/ACCESSORY position to the washer until the windshield is interval wipes, then the rear wiper operate the rear window wiper/ warmed. Otherwise the washer automatically performs interval washer. fluid can form ice on the wipes. windshield, blocking your vision. This feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 134. Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and rear When using an automatic car wash, window. Check the fluid level if move the rear wiper control to OFF either washer is not working. See to disable the rear wiper. In some Washer Fluid 0 287. vehicles, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is Compass very slow, the rear wiper will Turn the end of the windshield wiper automatically park. The vehicle may have a compass lever to operate the rear window display on the Driver Information wiper/washer. The wiper operations return to Center (DIC). The compass receives normal when the transmission is no OFF : Turns the system off. its heading and other information longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle from the Global Positioning INT : Intermittent wipes. speed has increased. System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/ ON : Slow wipes. Reverse Gear Wipes Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed information. 1 : Push the windshield wiper If the rear wiper control is off, the lever forward to spray washer fluid rear wiper will automatically operate The compass system is designed to on the rear window. The lever continuously when the transmission operate for a certain number of automatically returns to its original is in R (Reverse), and the front miles or degrees of turn before position when released. windshield wiper is performing low needing a signal from the GPS Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 97 satellites. When the compass When adding electrical equipment, display shows CAL, drive the Caution be sure to follow the proper vehicle for a short distance in an installation instructions included with open area where it can receive a Leaving electrical equipment the equipment. See Add-On GPS signal. The compass system plugged in for an extended period Electrical Equipment 0 263. will automatically determine when a of time while the vehicle is off will GPS signal is restored and provide drain the battery. Always unplug Caution a heading again. electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment Hanging heavy equipment from Clock that exceeds the maximum the power outlet can cause 20 amp rating. Set the time and date using the damage not covered by the infotainment system. See "Time / vehicle warranty. The power Date" under “Settings” in the outlets are designed for infotainment manual. { Warning accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords. Power Outlets Power is always supplied to the rear cargo power outlet. Do not The vehicle has two 12-volt Power Outlet 110/120 Volt leave electrical equipment Alternating Current accessory power outlets, which can plugged in when the vehicle is not be used to plug in electrical in use because the vehicle could If equipped, this power outlet can be equipment, such as a cell phone or catch fire and cause injury or used to plug in electrical equipment MP3 player. death. that uses a maximum limit of 150 There are power outlets: watts. . On the center stack below the Certain accessory plugs may not be climate control system. compatible with the accessory . In the rear cargo area. power outlet and could overload vehicle and adapter fuses. If a To use the outlet, remove the cover. problem is experienced, see your dealer. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
98 Instruments and Controls indicator light turns off. To reset the Wireless Charging circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained If equipped, the vehicle has wireless Accessory Power (RAP) off and charging in the bin below the then back on. See Retained climate control system. The system Accessory Power (RAP) 0 188. The operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly power restarts when equipment charges one Qi compatible using 150 watts or less is plugged smartphone. The power output of into the outlet and a system fault is the system is capable of charging at not detected. a rate up to 3 amp (19.5W), as requested by the compatible The power outlet is not designed for smartphone. See Radio Frequency the following and may not work Statement 0 387. The power outlet is on the rear of properly if they are plugged in: the center console. . Equipment with high initial peak { Warning An indicator light on the outlet turns wattage, such as on to show it is in use. The light compressor-driven refrigerators Wireless charging can affect the comes on when the ignition is on and electric power tools. operation of an implanted and equipment requiring less than . Other equipment requiring an pacemaker or other medical 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, extremely stable power supply, devices. If you have one, it is and no system fault is detected. such as recommended to consult with The indicator light does not come on microcomputer-controlled your doctor before using the when the ignition is off or if the electric blankets and touch wireless charging system. equipment is not fully seated into sensor lamps. the outlet. . Medical equipment. The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ If equipment is connected using ACCESSORY, or Retained more than 150 watts or a system Accessory Power (RAP) must be fault is detected, a protection circuit active. The wireless charging shuts off the power supply and the feature may not correctly indicate Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 99 charging when the vehicle is in RAP. from working, or may reduce See Retained Accessory Power the charging performance. See (RAP) 0 188. your dealer for additional The operating temperature is −20 °C information. (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the 3. The $ will appear on the V on charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to the infotainment display. This 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. indicates that the smartphone is properly positioned and { Warning charging. Remove all objects from the The smartphone may become charging pad before charging warm during charging. This is normal. In warmer your compatible smartphone. To charge a compatible smartphone: temperatures, the speed of Objects, such as coins, keys, 1. Remove all objects from the charging may be reduced. rings, paper clips, or cards, charging pad. The system may between the smartphone and not charge if there are any If $ does not appear on the charging pad will become very objects between the infotainment display: hot. On the rare occasion that the smartphone and the 1. Remove the smartphone from charging system does not detect charging pad. the pad and wait an object, and the object gets 2. Place the smartphone face up three seconds. wedged between the smartphone on the charging pad aligned 2. Turn the smartphone and charger, remove the against the back of the bin. smartphone and allow the object 180 degrees before placing/ to cool before removing it from To maximize the charge rate, aligning the smartphone on the pad again. the charging pad, to prevent ensure the smartphone is fully burns. seated and centered in the holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent the wireless charger Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
100 Instruments and Controls Software Acknowledgements Freescale-WCT library 3. Neither the name of the Certain Wireless Charging Module Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale copyright holder nor the names product from LG Electronics, Inc. Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights of its contributors may be used ("LGE") contains the open source reserved. to endorse or promote products derived from this software software detailed below. Refer to Redistribution and use in source the indicated open source licenses without specific prior written and binary forms, with or without permission. (as are included following this modification, are permitted provided notice) for the terms and conditions that the following conditions THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED of their use. are met: BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" OSS Notice Information 1. Redistributions of source code AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED To obtain the source code that is must retain the above copyright WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT contained in this product, please notice, this list of conditions NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED visit http://opensource.lge.com. In and the following disclaimer. WARRANTIES OF addition to the source code, all 2. Redistributions in binary form MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS referred license terms, warranty must reproduce the above FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE disclaimers and copyright notices copyright notice, this list of ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT are available for download. LG conditions and the following SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER Electronics will also provide open disclaimer in the OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE source code to you on CD-ROM for documentation and/or other FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, a charge covering the cost of materials provided with the INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, performing such distribution (such distribution. EXEMPLARY, OR as the cost of media, shipping, and CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES handling) upon email request to (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED [email protected]. This offer is TO, PROCUREMENT OF valid for three (3) years from the SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR date on which you purchased the SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, product. OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 101 OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN Warning Lights, CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING Gauges, and NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF Indicators THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, Warning lights and gauges can EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE signal that something is wrong POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
102 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel)
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104 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Midlevel) . Info App. This is where the calls, or scroll through contacts. selected Driver Information If there is an active call, mute the There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be phone or switch to handset in the center of the instrument viewed. See Driver Information operation. cluster. Center (DIC) (Base Level and Midlevel) 0 123 or Navigation Driver Information Center (DIC) Press V to select the Navigation (Uplevel) 0 129. app, then press p to enter the . Audio Navigation menu. If there is no . Phone active route, you can resume the last route and turn the voice . Navigation prompts on/off. If there is an active . Options route, press V to cancel or resume Audio route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off. Press V to select the Audio app, Options then press p to enter the Audio Use the right steering wheel control menu. In the Audio menu browse for Press V to select the Options app, to open and scroll through the music, select from the favorites, then press p to enter the Options different items and displays. or change the audio source. Use w menu. Use w or x to scroll Press o to access the cluster or x to change the station or go to through items in the Options menu. the next or previous track. applications. Use w or x to scroll Units : Press p while Units is through the list of available Phone displayed to enter the Units menu. applications. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles. Press V to select the Phone app, Choose English or Metric units by then press p to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 105 pressing V while the desired item is press p when Speed Warning is highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed. Press w or x to adjust displayed next to the selected item. the value. Press V to set the speed. Info Pages : Press p while Info Once the speed is set, this feature Pages is displayed to enter the Info can be turned off by pressing V Pages menu and select the items to while viewing this page. If the be displayed in the Info app. See selected speed limit is exceeded, a Driver Information Center (DIC) pop-up warning is displayed with a 0 (Base Level and Midlevel) 123 or chime. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 129. Traction and Stability : Press p to enter the Traction and Stability menu. To turn the Traction Control System (TCS) on or off, choose Traction. To turn StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on or off, choose Stability. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 208. Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. To set the Speed Warning Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
106 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
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108 Instruments and Controls Uplevel Cluster Menu temporarily restricted when the Time : Displays the current time. vehicle is off or in ACC/ There is an interactive display area Active Safety : If equipped, ACCESSORY. in the center of the instrument displays information for Lane Keep cluster. . Home Page Assist (LKA) and Forward Collision . Info App. This is where the Alert (FCA). selected Driver Information Fuel Range : Displays the Center (DIC) displays can be approximate distance the vehicle viewed. See “Driver Information can be driven without refueling. The Center (DIC) (Uplevel)” in the fuel range estimate is based on an Index. average of the vehicle’s fuel . Audio economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in . Navigation the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be . Phone reset. . Options Audio Home Press w or x to scroll through Use the right steering wheel control Information displayed here can be options, browse for music, select to open and scroll through the customized from the Options menu. from favorites, or change the audio different items and displays. source. In the main view, scroll to Speedometer : Displays how fast change the station or go to the next Press or to change between o p the vehicle is moving in either or previous track. the cluster applications. Press w or kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles x to scroll through the list of per hour (mph). Navigation available features within each Speed Sign : Shows sign In the Navigation menu, if there is application. Press V to select. Not information, which comes from a no active route, press V to access all applications will be available on roadway database in the onboard Recents or Favorites. If there is an all vehicles. Some may be navigation, if equipped. active route, press the thumbwheel Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 109 to cancel or resume route guidance, Info Page Options : Select the Speedometer mute or unmute voice guidance, items to be displayed in the Info or access Recents or Favorites. app. A selected mark will be The speedometer shows the displayed next to the selected item. vehicle's speed in either kilometers Phone per hour (km/h) or miles per Home Page Options : Select the hour (mph). In the Phone menu, if there is no available elements to display. Not all active phone call, view recent calls, elements will be available on all Odometer scroll through contacts, select from vehicles: Speedometer, Active the favorites, or change the phone Safety, Speed Sign, Time, and Fuel The odometer shows how far the source. If there is an active call, Range. vehicle has been driven, in either mute the phone or switch to handset kilometers or miles. operation. Speed Warning : Allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want Options to exceed. To set the Speed Trip Odometer V Press w or x to scroll through Warning, press when Speed The trip odometer shows how far V the vehicle has been driven since items in the Options menu. Press Warning is displayed. Use w or x the trip odometer was last reset. V to select the item. Press o to exit to adjust the value. Press to set The trip odometer is accessed and the item. the speed. Once the speed is set, reset through the Driver Information Traction and Stability : To turn the this feature can be turned off by Center (DIC). See Driver Traction Control System (TCS) on pressing the thumbwheel while Information Center (DIC) (Base Level and Midlevel) 0 123 or or off, choose Traction. To turn viewing this page. If the selected StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Driver Information Center (DIC) Control (ESC) on or off, choose speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up (Uplevel) 0 129. Stability. See Traction Control/ warning is displayed with a chime. 0 Electronic Stability Control 208. Software Information : Displays Tachometer Units : Choose US or Metric units. open source software information. The tachometer displays the engine A selected mark will be displayed speed in revolutions per next to the selected item. minute (rpm). Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
110 Instruments and Controls For vehicles with the Stop/Start Fuel Gauge system, when the ignition is on, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move. The engine could auto start at any time. When the indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off. When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several English Uplevel hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop Metric Uplevel When the ignition is on, the fuel mode, when the engine is shutting gauge indicates about how much off and restarting. fuel is left in the tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There is a small amount of fuel left, but the fuel tank should be filled soon. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 111 . At the service station, the fuel Engine Coolant pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. Temperature Gauge . It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. . The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up. English Uplevel . The gauge takes a few seconds This gauge shows the engine to stabilize after the ignition is coolant temperature. turned on, and goes back to Metric Uplevel empty when the ignition is If the pointer moves toward the turned off. warning area at the high end of the gauge, the engine is too hot. If the engine coolant has overheated and the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating 0 286. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
112 Instruments and Controls Seat Belt Reminders Passenger Seat Belt Reminder such as a briefcase, handbag, Light grocery bag, laptop, or other Driver Seat Belt Reminder electronic device. To turn off the Light There is a passenger seat belt reminder light and/or chime, remove reminder light near the passenger the object from the seat or buckle There is a driver seat belt reminder airbag status indicator. See the seat belt. light on the instrument cluster. Passenger Sensing System 0 62. Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, When the vehicle is started, this When the vehicle is started, this the airbag modules, the wiring, and light flashes and a chime may come light flashes and a chime may come the crash sensing and diagnostic on to remind the driver to fasten on to remind passengers to fasten module. For more information on the their seat belt. Then the light stays their seat belt. Then the light stays airbag system, see Airbag System 0 on solid until the belt is buckled. on solid until the belt is buckled. 56. This cycle may continue several This cycle continues several times if times if the driver remains or the passenger remains or becomes becomes unbuckled while the unbuckled while the vehicle is vehicle is moving. moving. If the driver seat belt is buckled, If the passenger seat belt is neither the light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the comes on. light comes on. The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 113 The airbag readiness light comes on safety information. The overhead If the word OFF, and the off symbol, for several seconds when the console has a passenger airbag are lit on the passenger airbag vehicle is started. If the light does status indicator. status indicator, it means that the not come on then, have it fixed passenger sensing system has immediately. turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. { Warning If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there If the airbag readiness light stays are no lights at all, there may be a on after the vehicle is started or problem with the lights or the comes on while driving, it means When the vehicle is started, the passenger sensing system. See the airbag system might not be passenger airbag status indicator your dealer for service. working properly. The airbags in will light ON and OFF, and the the vehicle might not inflate in a symbols for on and off, for several { Warning crash, or they could even inflate seconds as a system check. Then, without a crash. To help avoid after several more seconds, the If the airbag readiness light ever injury, have the vehicle serviced status indicator will light either ON comes on and stays on, it means right away. or OFF, and either the on or off that something may be wrong symbol, to let you know the status of with the airbag system. To help If there is a problem with the airbag the front outboard passenger frontal avoid injury to yourself or others, system, a Driver Information Center airbag. have the vehicle serviced right (DIC) message may also come on. If the word ON, and the on symbol, away. See Airbag Readiness are lit on the passenger airbag Light 0 112 for more information, Passenger Airbag Status status indicator, it means that the including important safety Indicator front outboard passenger frontal information. airbag is allowed to inflate. The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 62 for important Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
114 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is Lamp (Check Engine noticeable. Being aware of the light Light) and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage. This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board diagnostic system. If this light is on Caution while the engine is running, a If the vehicle is driven continually The charging system light comes on malfunction has been detected and with this light on, the emission briefly when the ignition is turned the vehicle may require service. The control system may not work as on, but the engine is not running, as light should come on to show that it a check to show the light is working. is working when the ignition is in well, the fuel economy may be The light turns off when the engine Service Mode. See Ignition lower, and the vehicle may not 0 is started. If it does not, have the Positions 180. run smoothly. This could lead to vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light may also come on when costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If the light stays on, or comes on the system has detected a problem while driving, there may be a with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) problem with the electrical charging management system. See Diesel 0 system. Have it checked by your Exhaust Fluid 195. Caution dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery. Modifications to the engine, When this light comes on, the Driver transmission, exhaust, intake, Information Center (DIC) also or fuel system, or the use of displays a message. replacement tires that do not meet the original tire If a short distance must be driven specifications, can cause this light with the light on, be sure to turn off to come on. This could lead to all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 115 before restarting the engine. If the . Poor fuel quality can cause Caution (Continued) light is still flashing, follow the inefficient engine operation and previous guidelines and see your poor driveability, which may go costly repairs not covered by the dealer for service as soon as away once the engine is warmed vehicle warranty. This could also possible. up. If this occurs, change the affect the vehicle’s ability to pass fuel brand. It may require at an Emissions Inspection/ Light on Steady (All Engines) least one full tank of the proper Maintenance test. See If the light is on steady : A fuel to turn the light off. See Accessories and Modifications malfunction has been detected. Recommended Fuel (LYX - 1.5L 0 267. Diagnosis and service may be L4 Turbo Engine) 0 241 or required. Recommended Fuel (LTG - 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine) 0 242 or Light Flashing (Gasoline Check the following: 0 Engine Only) Fuel for Diesel Engines 243. . If fuel has been added to the If the light is flashing : A vehicle using the capless funnel If the light remains on, see your malfunction has been detected that adapter, make sure that it has dealer. could damage the emission control been removed. See “Filling the Emissions Inspection and system and increase vehicle Tank with a Portable Gas Can” Maintenance Programs emissions. Diagnosis and service under Filling the Tank (Gasoline) may be required. 0 250 or If the vehicle requires an Emissions Filling the Tank (Diesel) 0 251. Inspection/Maintenance test, the To help prevent damage, reduce test equipment will likely connect to vehicle speed and avoid hard The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been the vehicle's Data Link accelerations and uphill grades. Connector (DLC). If towing a trailer, reduce the left installed in the vehicle, amount of cargo being hauled as allowing fuel to evaporate into soon as possible. the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the adapter removed If the light continues to flash, find a may turn off the light. safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
116 Instruments and Controls before the system is ready for If the light comes on while driving, inspection. This can happen if pull off the road and stop carefully. the 12-volt battery has recently The brake pedal might be harder to been replaced or run down, or if push, or the brake pedal may go the vehicle has been recently closer to the floor. It could take serviced. longer to stop. If the light is still on, See your dealer if the vehicle will have the vehicle towed for service. The DLC is under the instrument See Towing the Vehicle 0 344. panel to the left of the steering not pass or cannot be made ready wheel. Connecting devices that are for the test. not used to perform an Emissions { Warning Inspection/Maintenance test or to Brake System Warning The brake system might not be service the vehicle may affect Light working properly if the brake vehicle operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 263. See system warning light is on. your dealer if assistance is needed. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a The vehicle may not pass crash. If the light is still on after inspection if: the vehicle has been pulled off . The light is on when the engine the road and carefully stopped, Metric English is running. have the vehicle towed for . The light does not come on This light should come on briefly service. when the ignition is in when the vehicle is turned on. If it Service Mode. does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if . Critical emission control systems there is a problem. have not been completely diagnosed. If this happens, the If the light comes on and stays on at vehicle would not be ready for start up, there is a brake problem. inspection and might require Have the brake system inspected several days of routine driving right away. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 117 Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking Antilock Brake System Light Brake Light (ABS) Warning Light
Metric English This light should come on briefly For vehicles with the Antilock Brake This light comes on when the when starting the vehicle. If it does System (ABS), this light comes on parking brake is applied. If the light not come on, have it fixed so it will briefly when the engine is started. continues flashing after the parking be ready to warn if there is a brake is released, or while driving, If the light does not come on, have it problem. there is a problem with the Electric fixed so it will be ready to warn if Parking Brake system. A message If this light stays on, take the vehicle there is a problem. may also display in the Driver to your dealer as soon as possible. If the ABS light comes on and stays Information Center (DIC). See the information for the Electric on while driving, stop as soon as Parking Brake under Electric If the light does not come on, possible and turn the ignition off. Parking Brake 0 205. A message or remains flashing, see your dealer. Start the engine again to reset the may also display in the Driver system. If the light stays on after Information Center (DIC). driving at a speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), see your dealer for service. A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
118 Instruments and Controls light is also on, the vehicle does not Lane Keep Assist (LKA) LKA will not assist or alert if the turn have antilock brakes and there is a signal is active in the direction of problem with the regular brakes. Light lane departure, or if LKA detects See Brake System Warning Light that you are accelerating, braking, 0 116. or actively steering. See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 238. Tow/Haul Mode Light Vehicle Ahead Indicator
After the vehicle is started, this light turns off and stays off if LKA has not been turned on or is unavailable. If available, this light is white if LKA For vehicles with the Tow/Haul is turned on, but not ready to assist. Mode feature, this light comes on This light is green if LKA is turned on and is ready to assist. If equipped, this indicator will when the Tow/Haul Mode has been display green when a vehicle is activated. LKA may assist by gently turning detected ahead. 0 the steering wheel if the vehicle See Tow/Haul Mode 203. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) approaches a detected lane 0 marking. The LKA light is amber System 230. when assisting. This light flashes amber as a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 119 Pedestrian Ahead Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light Indicator
This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while If equipped, this indicator will starting the engine. If it does not, starting the vehicle. If it does not, display amber when a nearby have the vehicle serviced by your have the vehicle serviced by your pedestrian is detected in front of the dealer. If the system is working dealer. vehicle. normally, the indicator light then This light comes on when the turns off. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability System 0 234. The traction off light comes on when Control (ESC) system is turned off. the Traction Control System (TCS) If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the Traction has been turned off through the Control System (TCS) is also off. Driver Information Center (DIC). If the StabiliTrak/ESC and TCS are This light and the StabiliTrak/ESC off, the system does not assist in OFF light come on when StabiliTrak/ controlling the vehicle. Turn on the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is TCS and the StabiliTrak/ESC turned off. systems and the warning light If the TCS is off, wheel speed will turns off. be limited when necessary to See Traction Control/Electronic protect the driveline from damage. Stability Control 0 208. Adjust driving accordingly. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 208. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
120 Instruments and Controls Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic Tire Pressure Light 0 (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Stability Control 208. Wait-to-Start Light
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure This light comes on briefly when the Monitor System (TPMS), this light engine is started. comes on briefly when the engine is For diesel engines, the wait-to-start started. It provides information If the light does not come on, have light shows that the engine is about tire pressures and the TPMS. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. functioning properly and indicates If the system is working normally, when the engine can be started. When the Light Is On Steady the indicator light turns off. The fast warm-up glow plug system This indicates that one or more of If the light is on and not flashing, the makes the wait-to-start light stay on the tires are significantly TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak/ for a shorter amount of time than underinflated. ESC system have been disabled. most diesel engines. A Driver Information Center (DIC) A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire pressure message may also message may display. Check the For more information, see Starting the Engine 0 182. display. Stop as soon as possible, DIC messages to determine which and inflate the tires to the pressure feature(s) is no longer functioning value shown on the Tire and and whether the vehicle requires Loading Information label. See Tire service. Pressure 0 313. If the light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively working. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 121 When the Light Flashes First and Low Fuel Warning Light Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. This light should come on briefly as See Tire Pressure Monitor the engine is started. If it does not Operation 0 316. come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through Caution the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have Lack of proper engine oil some other system problem. See For the base level cluster, this light maintenance can damage the your dealer. comes on when the fuel tank is low engine. Driving with the engine oil on fuel. The light turns off when fuel low can also damage the engine. is added. If it does not, have the The repairs would not be covered vehicle serviced. by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
122 Instruments and Controls If the DEF issue has not been High-Beam On Light corrected, the light will continue to flash. The vehicle's speed may also be limited. See Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 195.
For the uplevel cluster, this light is Security Light near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on This light comes on when the as a check to show it is working. high-beam headlamps are in use. It also comes on when the fuel tank See Headlamp High/Low-Beam is low on fuel. The light turns off Changer 0 146. when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. IntelliBeam Light The security light should come on Diesel Exhaust Fluid briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle (DEF) Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a This light comes on when the problem with the theft-deterrent IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is system. See Immobilizer Operation enabled. See Exterior Lamp 0 0 27. Controls 144. This light, a Driver Information Center (DIC) Message, and a chime come on when there is an issue with the DEF. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 123 Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level and Midlevel) The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in The fog lamp light comes on when The cruise control light is white the Info app. See Instrument Cluster the fog lamps are in use. when the cruise control is on and (Base and Midlevel) 0 102 or 0 The light goes out when the fog ready, and turns green when the Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 106. lamps are turned off. See Fog cruise control is set and active. The displays show the status of Lamps 0 148 for more information. See Cruise Control 0 212. many vehicle systems. Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light
This light is white when the Adaptive For vehicles with the lamps on Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is reminder light, it comes on when the on and ready, and turns green when lights are in use. the ACC is set and active. See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 214. w or x : Press to move up or down in a list. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
124 Instruments and Controls o or p : Press to move between Also displays the approximate vehicle speeds recorded since the the interactive display zones in the average liters per 100 kilometers (L/ last reset. Reset the average speed cluster. 100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). by pressing V when it is displayed. V This number is based on the : Press to open a menu or select number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded Timer : To start the timer, press V a menu item. Press and hold to since the last time this menu item reset values on certain screens. while Timer is displayed. The was reset. This number reflects only display will show the amount of time Base Level DIC the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right that has passed since the timer was Use o or p to choose the Trip, now, and will change as driving last reset, not including time the Vehicle, or Eco menus. Use w or conditions change. Reset the ignition is off. Time will continue to x to scroll through items in average consumption by pressing V be counted as long as the ignition is each menu. when it is displayed. on, even if another display is being Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items Fuel Range : Displays the shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, Speed : Displays how fast the approximate distance the vehicle vehicle is moving in either can be driven without refueling. The and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles fuel range estimate is based on an which the display will return to zero. average of the vehicle's fuel per hour (mph). The speedometer To stop the timer, press V briefly cannot be reset. economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in while Timer is displayed. To reset Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be the timer to zero, press and hold V. Economy : Displays the current reset. distance traveled, in either Navigation : Used for the OnStar Average Vehicle Speed : Displays kilometers (km) or miles (mi), from Turn-by-Turn guidance. the last reset for the trip odometer. the average vehicle speed of the The trip odometer can be reset to vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) Blank Display : Displays no V or miles per hour (mph). This information. zero by pressing and holding the average is based on the various button while the trip odometer display is showing. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 125 Vehicle Information Menu recommended in the Maintenance Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level (VEHICLE) Items Schedule in this manual. See (Diesel Engine Only) : The DEF 0 Units : Choose between Metric or Maintenance Schedule 360. level will be displayed as either OK, XX%, or LOW. When LOW appears US when Units is active. Press V to The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. Do not reset on the display, add DEF as soon as confirm the setting. This will change possible. See Diesel Exhaust Fluid the Oil Life display accidentally at 0 the displays on the DIC to the type any time other than when the oil has 195. of measurements you select. just been changed. It cannot be Tire Pressure : Displays a vehicle Speed Warning : This display is reset accurately until the next oil with the approximate pressures of used to set the vehicle speed at change. To reset the engine oil life all four tires. Tire pressure is system, see Engine Oil Life System displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) which the speed warning chime 0 sounds and the alert is displayed. 279. or in pounds per square inch (psi). The speed can be set by pressing Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 315 and V while the speed warning display displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi). Tire Pressure Monitor Operation is showing. 0 316. Remaining Oil Life : Displays an Fuel Filter Life (Diesel Engine Only) : This display shows an Battery Voltage : Displays the estimate of the oil's remaining useful current battery voltage, if equipped. life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is estimate of the fuel filter's remaining useful life. If 90% Fuel Filter Life Battery voltage changes are normal displayed, that means 99% of the while driving. See Charging System current oil life remains. Remaining is displayed, it means 0 90% of the current fuel filter life Light 114. If there is a problem When the remaining oil life is low, remains. The fuel filter life system with the battery charging system, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON will alert when to change the fuel the DIC will display a message. message will appear on the display. filter on a schedule consistent with Coolant Temperature : Displays The oil should be changed as soon your driving conditions. When the the coolant temperature in degrees as possible. See Engine Oil 0 275. remaining fuel filter life is low, the Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit In addition to the engine oil life CHANGE FUEL FILTER message (°F). system monitoring the oil life, will appear on the display. Change additional maintenance is the fuel filter as soon as possible. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
126 Instruments and Controls TC/Stabilitrak : If equipped, press Economy Trend : Shows history of 5. Press w or x to move V to turn on or off Traction Control the Average Fuel Economy from the through the list of possible or Stabilitrak/Electronic Stability last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar information displays. represents about 5 km (3 mi) of Control (ESC). driving. During driving the bars will 6. Press V while an item is ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) shift to always reflect the most highlighted to select or Items recent distance on the right side. deselect that item. When an Press and hold V to clear the graph item is selected, a checkmark Fuel Economy : The center will appear next to it. displays the approximate or press V to reset through instantaneous fuel economy as a the menu. Info Pages number and bar graph. Displayed The following is the list of all above the bar graph is a running Midlevel DIC possible DIC info page displays. average of fuel economy for the Info Page Options Some may not be available for your most recently traveled selected particular vehicle. Some items may distance. Displayed below the bar The info pages on the DIC can be not be turned on by default but can graph is the best average fuel turned on or off through the be turned on through the Options economy that has been achieved for Options menu. app. See “ Info Page Options” the selected distance. The selected earlier in this section. distance is displayed at the top of 1. Press o to access the cluster the page as “last xxx mi/km.” Press applications. Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in V to select the distance or reset either kilometers per hour (km/h) or 2. Press w or x to scroll to the miles per hour (mph). best value. Options application. Trip A or Trip B : Shows the The display provides information on 3. Press V to enter the current distance traveled, in either how current driving behavior affects Options menu. kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since the running average and how well the trip odometer was last reset. recent driving compares to the best 4. Scroll to Info Pages and that has been achieved for the press p. This also shows the approximate selected distance. average liters per 100 kilometers (L/ 100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 127 This number is calculated based on Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the the menu and select reset. Press V the number of L/100 km (mpg) oil's remaining useful life. to reset. See Engine Oil Life System recorded since the last time this If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is 0 menu item was reset. This number displayed, that means 99% of the 279. reflects only the approximate current oil life remains. Fuel Filter Life Remaining (Diesel average fuel economy that the When the remaining oil life is low, Engine Only) : If equipped, an vehicle has right now, and will the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON estimate of the fuel filter's remaining change as driving conditions message will appear on the display. useful life is shown. If 90% Fuel change. The oil should be changed as soon Filter Life Remaining is displayed, it means 90% of the current fuel filter Press and hold V while this display as possible. See Engine Oil 0 275. In addition to the engine oil life life remains. The fuel filter life is active to reset the trip odometer system monitoring the oil life, system will alert when to change the and the average fuel economy. Trip additional maintenance is fuel filter on a schedule consistent A and Trip B can also be reset by recommended. See Maintenance with your driving conditions. 0 pressing p and choosing reset. Schedule 360. When the remaining fuel filter life is The Oil Life display must be reset low, the CHANGE FUEL FILTER Fuel Information or Fuel Range : message will appear on the display. Shows the approximate distance the after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not to reset the Oil Change the fuel filter as soon as vehicle can be driven without possible. refueling. LOW will be displayed Life display at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. when the vehicle is low on fuel. The The Fuel Filter Life display must be fuel range estimate is based on an It cannot be reset accurately until reset after each Fuel Filter change. average of the vehicle's fuel the next oil change. To reset the It will not reset itself. Do not reset economy over recent driving history engine oil life system, press V for the Fuel Filter Life display at any and the amount of fuel remaining in several seconds while the Oil Life time other than when the fuel filter the fuel tank. has just been changed. Press V for display is active or press p to open several seconds while the display is active or press p to open the menu Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
128 Instruments and Controls and select reset. Press V to reset. number and bar graph. Displayed Economy Trend : Shows history of above the bar graph is a running the Average Fuel Economy from the See Fuel Filter Replacement average of fuel economy for the last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar 0 (Diesel) 249. most recently traveled selected represents about 5 km (3 mi) of Tire Pressure : Shows the distance. Displayed below the bar driving. During driving the bars will approximate pressures of all four graph is the best average fuel shift to always reflect the most tires. Tire pressure is displayed in economy that has been achieved for recent distance on the right side. either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds the selected distance. The selected Press and hold V to clear the graph per square inch (psi). If the pressure distance is displayed at the top of is low, the value for that tire is the page as “last xxx mi/km.” or press p to reset through shown in amber. See Tire Pressure the menu. 0 Press p to select the distance or Monitor System 315 and Timer : This display can be used as Tire Pressure Monitor Operation reset best value. Use and to w x a timer. To start the timer, press V 0 316. V choose the distance and press . to open the menu while this display Average Speed : Displays the Press and to select Reset average vehicle speed of the w x “ is active. The display will show the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) Best Score.” Press V to reset the amount of time that has passed or miles per hour (mph). This best average fuel economy. After since the timer was last reset. To average is based on the various reset, the best value displays -,- stop the timer, press V briefly while vehicle speeds recorded since the “ ” until the selected distance has been this display is active and the timer is last reset. Press and hold V while traveled. running. To reset the timer to zero, this display is active to reset the V average speed. Average speed can The display provides information on press and hold while this display how current driving behavior affects is active, or press p and select also be reset by pressing p and the running average and how well choosing reset. recent driving compares to the best reset. that has been achieved for the Fuel Economy : The center selected distance. displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 129 Follow Distance : If equipped, the pump will vary engine oil pressure current follow time to the vehicle according to engine needs. Oil ahead is displayed as a time value pressure may change quickly as the on this page. engine speed or load varies. This is Battery Voltage : Displays the normal. If the oil pressure warning current battery voltage, if equipped. light or Driver Information Center Battery voltage changes are normal (DIC) message indicates oil while driving. See Charging System pressure outside the normal Light 0 114. If there is a problem operating range, check the vehicle's with the battery charging system, a oil as soon as possible. DIC will display a message. Driver Information Center Coolant Temperature : Displays the coolant temperature in degrees (DIC) (Uplevel) or : Press to move up or Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit w x The DIC displays are shown in the down in a list. (°F). center of the instrument cluster in or : Press to move between Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level the Info App. See Instrument Cluster o p 0 the interactive display zones in the (Diesel Engine Only) : If equipped, (Base and Midlevel) 102 or 0 cluster. the DEF level will be displayed as Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 106. either OK, XX%, or LOW. When The displays show the status of V : Press to open a menu or select LOW appears on the display, add many vehicle systems. a menu item. Press and hold to DEF as soon as possible. See reset values on certain screens. 0 Diesel Exhaust Fluid 195. Info Page Options Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) The info pages on the DIC can be or in pounds per square inch (psi). turned on or off through the Options menu. Oil pressure can vary with engine speed, outside temperature, and oil 1. Press o or p to scroll to the viscosity. On some models, the oil Options application. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
130 Instruments and Controls 2. Press w or x to scroll to the The sign will show “− −” when there Press V while this display is active Info Page Options and is no detected speed limit or the to show a confirmation window to V system is unavailable. press . reset all values to zero. Use o or p Trip 1 or Trip 2 : Shows the current 3. Press w or x to move to select yes or no and press V. through the list of possible distance traveled, in either information displays. kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since Fuel Information or Fuel Range : the trip odometer was last reset. Shows the approximate distance the V 4. Press while an item is If equipped, shows the average fuel vehicle can be driven without highlighted to select or economy since the last reset. This refueling. LOW will be displayed deselect that item. When an number reflects only the when the vehicle is low on fuel. The item is selected, a checkmark approximate average fuel economy fuel range estimate is based on an will appear next to it. that the vehicle has right now, and average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history Info Pages will change as driving conditions change. The average fuel economy and the amount of fuel remaining in The following is the list of all can be displayed as mpg, km/L, the fuel tank. If equipped, may also possible DIC info page displays. or L/100km where applicable. show the instantaneous fuel Some may not be available for your economy. particular vehicle. Some items may If equipped, shows the average speed since the last reset. This Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the not be turned on by default but can oil's remaining useful life. be turned on through the Options number reflects only the approximate average speed that the If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is app. See “ Info Page Options” displayed, that means 99% of the earlier in this section. vehicle has, and will change as driving conditions change. Average current oil life remains. Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in speed can be displayed as mph When the remaining oil life is low, either kilometers per hour (km/h) or or km/h where applicable. the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON miles per hour (mph). If equipped, message will appear on the display. press V to open the menu and The oil should be changed as soon select to display speed limit signs. as possible. See Engine Oil 0 275. In addition to the engine oil life Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 131 system monitoring the oil life, When the remaining fuel filter life is Average Speed : Displays the additional maintenance is low, the CHANGE FUEL FILTER average vehicle speed of the recommended in the Maintenance message will appear on the display. vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) Schedule. See Maintenance Change the fuel filter as soon as or miles per hour (mph). This Schedule 0 360. possible. average is based on the various The Oil Life display must be reset The Fuel Filter Life display must be vehicle speeds recorded since the after each oil change. It will not reset after each Fuel Filter change. last reset. Reset the average speed reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life It will not reset itself. Do not reset by pressing V while this display is display at any time other than when the Fuel Filter Life display at any active to show a confirmation the oil has just been changed. time other than when the fuel filter window to select yes or no and It cannot be reset accurately until has just been changed. To reset the press V. the next oil change. To reset the Fuel Filter Life system press V engine oil life system, press V while while the display is active to show a Fuel Economy : The center this display is active to show a confirmation window to reset. Press displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a confirmation window. Use o or p to o or p to select yes or no and number and bar graph. Displayed select yes or no and press V. See press V. See Fuel Filter above the bar graph is a running Engine Oil Life System 0 279. Replacement (Diesel) 0 249. average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected Fuel Filter Life Remaining (Diesel Tire Pressure : Shows the distance. Displayed below the bar Engine Only) : If equipped, an approximate pressures of all four graph is the best average fuel estimate of the fuel filter's remaining tires. Tire pressure is displayed in economy that has been achieved for useful life is shown. If 90% Fuel either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds the selected distance. The selected Filter Life Remaining is displayed, it per square inch (psi). If the pressure distance is displayed at the top of means 90% of the current fuel filter is low, the value for that tire is the page as “last xxx mi/km.” life remains. The fuel filter life shown in amber. See Tire Pressure V system will alert when to change the Monitor System 0 315 and Press to select the distance or fuel filter on a schedule consistent Tire Pressure Monitor Operation reset best value. Use w and x to with your driving conditions. 0 316. choose the distance and press V. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Press w and x to select “Reset Economy Trend : Shows history of show “− −” when there is no the Average Fuel Economy from the detected speed limit or the system Best Score.” Press V to reset the last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar is unavailable. best average fuel economy. After represents about 5 km (3 mi) of Press V while this display is active reset, the best value displays “-,-” driving. During driving the bars will to toggle Speed Limit sign on or off. until the selected distance has been shift to always reflect the most recent distance on the right side. traveled. Battery Voltage : Displays the Press V to open the menu while current battery voltage, if equipped. The display provides information on this display is active to clear the Battery voltage changes are normal how current driving behavior affects while driving. See Charging System the running average and how well graph. Select yes or no and V Light 0 114. If there is a problem recent driving compares to the best press . with the battery charging system, a that has been achieved for the DIC will display a message. selected distance. Timer : This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press V Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is Follow Distance/Gap Setting : to open the menu while this display displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) If equipped, the current follow time or in pounds per square inch (psi). to the vehicle ahead is displayed as is active. Use w and x to select Oil pressure can vary with engine a time value on this page. When Start Timer or Reset. Press V. To speed, outside temperature, and oil Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) has viscosity. On some models, the oil been engaged, the display switches stop the timer, press V while this pump will vary engine oil pressure to the gap setting page. This page display is active. The display will according to engine needs. Oil shows the current gap setting along pressure may change quickly as the with the vehicle ahead indicator. show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last engine speed or load varies. This is Driver Assistance : If equipped, normal. If the oil pressure warning reset. shows information for Lane Keep light or DIC message indicates oil Assist (LKA), Lane Departure Speed Limit : Shows sign pressure outside the normal Warning (LDW), and Forward information, which comes from a operating range, check the vehicle's Collision Alert (FCA). roadway database in the onboard oil as soon as possible. navigation, if equipped. The sign will Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 133 Coolant Temperature : Displays Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Range Vehicle Messages the coolant temperature in degrees (Diesel Engine Only) : If equipped, Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit this page displays how far the Messages displayed on the DIC (°F). vehicle can go before DEF needs to indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level be replaced. Range is displayed in correct a condition. Multiple Percent (Diesel Engine Only) : mi or km. When the estimated range messages may appear one after If equipped, the DEF level will be is low, LOW will display. If an error another. displayed as either OK, XX%, occurs, “−−” will display. When DEF or LOW. When LOW appears on the range is high, a greater than sign is The messages that do not require display, add DEF as soon as shown before the range value. immediate action can be possible. See Diesel Exhaust Fluid When LOW appears on the display, acknowledged and cleared by 0 195. add DEF as soon as possible. See pressing V. The messages that 0 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level Diesel Exhaust Fluid 195. require immediate action cannot be Gauge (Diesel Engine Only) : cleared until that action is If equipped, the DEF level displays performed. as a horizontal bar gauge with E or All messages should be taken 0 and F or 1 at both ends. If more of seriously; clearing the message the bar is filled green, the vehicle does not correct the problem. has a higher level of DEF. When the estimated level is low, the gauge will If a SERVICE message appears, turn red and LOW will display above see your dealer. the bar. When there is an error, the Follow the instructions given in the bar will be empty and messages. The system displays UNAVAILABLE will appear. When messages regarding the following LOW appears on the display, add topics: DEF as soon as possible. See . Service Messages Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 195. . Fluid Levels . Vehicle Security Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
134 Instruments and Controls . Brakes be reduced the next time the vehicle Vehicle . Steering is driven. The vehicle may be driven while this message is on, but Personalization . Ride Control Systems maximum acceleration and speed The following are all possible may be reduced. Anytime this . Driver Assistance Systems vehicle personalization features. message stays on, or displays Depending on the vehicle, some . Cruise Control repeatedly, the vehicle should be may not be available. . Lighting and Bulb Replacement taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible. For System, Apps, and Personal . Wiper/Washer Systems features and functions, see Under certain operating conditions, Settings in the infotainment . Doors and Windows propulsion will be disabled. Try “ ” manual. . Seat Belts restarting after the vehicle has been To access the vehicle . Airbag Systems off for 30 seconds. personalization menu: . Engine and Transmission Vehicle Speed Messages 1. Touch the Settings icon on the . Tire Pressure Home Page of the infotainment SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/ display. . Battery H (MPH) 2. Touch Vehicle to display a list Engine Power Messages This message shows that the of available options. vehicle speed has been limited to ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED the speed displayed. The limited 3. Touch to select the desired speed is a protection for various feature setting. This message displays when the propulsion and vehicle systems, 4. Touch 9 or to turn a feature vehicle's propulsion power is such as lubrication, thermal, brakes, R off or on. reduced. A reduction in propulsion suspension, Teen Driver if power can affect the vehicle's ability equipped, or tires. z to accelerate. If this message is on, 5. Touch to go to the top level but there is no observed reduction If equipped with a diesel engine, of the Settings menu. in performance, proceed to your see Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 195. destination. The performance may Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 135 The menu may contain the Air Quality Sensor Auto Defog following: This setting switches the system This setting automatically turns the Rear Seat Reminder into Recirculation Mode based on front defogger on when the engine the quality of the outside air. is started. This allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has Touch Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Touch Off or On. Sensitivity. been opened before or during Auto Rear Defog operation of the vehicle. Auto Cooled Seats This setting automatically turns the Touch Off or On. When enabled, this feature will rear defogger on when the engine is Climate and Air Quality automatically activate the ventilated started. seats at the level required by the Touch Off or On. Touch and the following may interior temperature. See Heated display: and Ventilated Front Seats 0 43. Collision/Detection Systems . Auto Fan Speed Touch Off or On. Touch and the following may display: . Air Quality Sensor Auto Heated Seats Alert Type . Auto Cooled Seats When enabled, this feature will . . Auto Heated Seats automatically activate the heated . Forward Collision System seats at the level required by the . Auto Defog . Front Pedestrian Detection interior temperature. The auto . Auto Rear Defog heated seats can be turned off by . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier using the heated seat buttons on Auto Fan Speed . Lane Change Alert the center console. See Heated and This setting specifies the amount of Ventilated Front Seats 0 43. . Park Assist airflow when the climate control fan Touch Off or On. . Rear Camera Park Assist setting is Auto Fan. Symbols Touch Low, Medium, or High. . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
136 Instruments and Controls Alert Type Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols This feature will set the type of alert This setting determines if an alert This setting enables the Rear received from the driver assistance will appear when Adaptive Cruise Camera Park Assist Symbols. See systems to help avoid crashes, Control brings the vehicle to a Assistance Systems for Parking or either Beeps or Safety Alert Seat complete stop and the vehicle Backing 0 226. vibration pulses. ahead of you starts moving again. 0 Touch Off or On. Touch Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. See Adaptive Cruise Control 214. Touch Off or On. Rear Cross Traffic Alert Forward Collision System This allows the Rear Cross Traffic This setting controls the vehicle Lane Change Alert Alert feature to be turned on or off. response when detecting a vehicle The LCA system is a lane-changing See Assistance Systems for Parking ahead of you. The Off setting aid that assists drivers with avoiding or Backing 0 226. disables all FCA and AEB functions. lane change crashes. See Lane Touch Off or On. With the Alert and Brake setting, Change Alert (LCA) 0 236. both FCA and AEB are available. When Lane Change Alert is Comfort and Convenience The Alert setting disables AEB. See disabled, Side Blind Zone Alert is Touch and the following may Automatic Emergency Braking 0 also disabled. See Side Blind Zone display: (AEB) 232. Alert (SBZA) 0 236. . Chime Volume Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Touch Off or On. . Hands Free Liftgate Control Front Pedestrian Detection Park Assist . Reverse Tilt Mirror This feature may help avoid or If equipped, this allows the feature . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear reduce the harm caused by to be turned on or off. See front-end crashes with nearby Assistance Systems for Parking or . Extended Hill Start Assist pedestrians. 0 Backing 226. Chime Volume See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Touch Off or On. System 0 234. This determines the chime volume level. Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 137 Touch the controls on the Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Touch Off or On. infotainment display to adjust the When on and the front wiper is on, Exit Lighting volume. the rear wiper will automatically This allows the selection of how Hands Free Liftgate Control activate when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse). long the exterior lamps stay on The liftgate may be operated with a when leaving the vehicle when it is kicking motion under the rear Touch Off or On. dark outside. bumper between the left exhaust Extended Hill Start Assist Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, pipe and the license plate. See or 120 Seconds. Liftgate 0 21. This allows the duration of the Hill Start Assist to be changed. Touch Off, On-Open and Close, Power Door Locks or On-Open Only. Touch Extended Hold or Touch and the following may Standard Hold. display: Reverse Tilt Mirror Lighting Open Door Anti Lockout When on, the driver and/or . passenger mirrors will tilt downward Touch and the following may . Auto Door Unlock when the vehicle is shifted to display: . Delayed Door Lock R (Reverse) to improve visibility of . Vehicle Locator Lights the ground near the rear wheels. Open Door Anti Lock Out . Exit Lighting They will return to their previous When on, this feature will keep the driving position when the vehicle is Vehicle Locator Lights driver door from locking when the shifted out of R (Reverse) or the This feature will flash the exterior door is open. If Off is selected, the engine is turned off. See Reverse Delayed Door Lock menu will be Tilt Mirrors 0 29. lamps and allows some of the exterior lamps and most of the available. Touch Off, On - Driver and interior lamps to turn on briefly when Touch Off or On. Passenger, On - Driver, or On - K on the Remote Keyless Entry Passenger. (RKE) transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
138 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will If equipped and turned on, this doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle feature will turn on the heated seats the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). with the RKE transmitter. when using remote start on Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Touch Off or Flash Lights. cold days. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 43 and Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Remote Vehicle Start 0 15. When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of Touch Off or On. locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the delay, press the power door lock vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Remote Window Operation switch on the door. Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights This allows the windows to be Touch Off or On. Only, or Horn Only. opened when pressing and holding K on the RKE transmitter. See Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. Touch and the following may This allows selection of which doors display: will unlock when pressing K on the Touch Off or On. . Remote Unlock Light Feedback RKE transmitter. Passive Door Unlock . Remote Lock Feedback Touch All Doors or Driver Door. This allows the selection of what . Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats If equipped and turned on, this the vehicle. feature will turn on the ventilated . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats seats when using remote start on Touch All Doors or Driver Door Only. . Remote Window Operation warm days. See Heated and 0 . Passive Door Unlock Ventilated Front Seats 43 and Remote Vehicle Start 0 15. . Passive Door Lock Touch Off or On. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 139 Passive Door Lock Seat Entry Memory To enable valet mode: This allows passive locking to be This feature automatically recalls 1. Enter a four-digit code on the turned on or off and selects the previously stored 1 or 2 button keypad. feedback. See Remote Keyless positions when the ignition is 0 2. Select Enter to go to the Entry (RKE) System Operation 8. changed from off to on or ACC/ confirmation screen. ACCESSORY. See Memory Seats Touch Off, On with Horn 0 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Chirp, or On. 40. Touch On or Off. Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or Remote Left in Vehicle Alert unlock the system. Touch Back to This feature sounds an alert when Seat Exit Memory go back to the previous menu. the RKE transmitter is left in the This feature automatically recalls vehicle. This menu also enables the the previously stored exit button Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert. positions when the ignition is Touch Off or On. changed from on or ACC/ ACCESSORY to off if the driver Seating Position door is open or opened. See Memory Seats 0 40. Touch and the following may display: Touch Off or On. . Seat Entry Memory Teen Driver . Seat Exit Memory See “Teen Driver” under “Settings” in the infotainment manual. Valet Mode This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations, if equipped. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
140 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and System devices. accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. See Radio Frequency Statement Do not use the Universal Remote 0 387. system with any garage door opener Programming the Universal that does not have the stop and Remote System Universal Remote System reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model For questions or programming help, Programming manufactured before April 1, 1982. see www.homelink.com/gm or call 1-800-355-3515. For calls placed Read the instructions completely outside the U.S., Canada, or Puerto before programming the Universal Rico, international rates will apply Remote system. It may help to have and may differ based on landline or another person assist with the mobile phone. programming process. Programming involves Keep the original hand-held time-sensitive actions, and may time transmitter for use in other vehicles out causing the procedure to be as well as for future programming. repeated. Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated. To program up to three devices: See “Erasing Universal Remote 1. Hold the end of the hand-held System Buttons” later in this transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 If equipped, these buttons are in the section. to 3 in) away from the overhead console. To program a garage door opener, Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light This system can replace up to three park outside directly in line with and facing the garage door opener in view. The hand-held remote control transmitters used to transmitter was supplied by the activate devices such as garage receiver. Clear all people and objects near the garage door. manufacturer of the garage door openers, security systems, and door opener receiver. home automation devices. These Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 141 2. At the same time, press and . If the indicator light does hold both the hand-held not come on or the garage transmitter button and one of door does not move, a the three Universal Remote second button press may system buttons to be used to be required. For a second operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the not release either button until newly programmed button the indicator light goes from a for five seconds. If the light slow to a rapid flashing light. stays on or the garage door Then release both buttons. moves, programming is Learn or Smart Button complete. Some garage door openers 4. After completing Steps 1–3, may require substitution of . If the indicator light blinks locate the Learn or Smart Step 2 with the procedure rapidly for two seconds, button inside the garage on the under “Radio Signals for Some then changes to a solid light garage door opener receiver. Gate Operators” later in this and the garage door does The name and color of the section. not move, continue with button may vary by manufacturer. 3. Press and hold the newly programming Steps 4–6. programmed Universal Remote 5. Press and release the Learn or system button for five seconds Smart button. Step 6 must be while watching the indicator completed within 30 seconds of light and garage door pressing this button. activation. 6. Inside the vehicle, press and . If the indicator light stays on hold the newly programmed continuously or the garage Universal Remote system door moves when the button for two seconds and button is pressed, then then release it. If the garage programming is complete. door does not move or the There is no need to lamp on the garage door complete Steps 4–6. opener receiver does not flash, Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
142 Instruments and Controls press and hold the same This may not be long enough for the Universal Remote System button a second time for Universal Remote system to pick up two seconds, then release it. the signal during programming. Operation Again, if the door does not If the programming did not work, Using the Universal Remote move or the garage door lamp replace Step 2 under “Programming System does not flash, press and hold the Universal Remote System” with Press and hold the appropriate the same button a third time for the following: two seconds, then release it. Universal Remote system button for Press and hold the Universal at least one-half second. The The Universal Remote system Remote system button while indicator light will come on while the should now activate the pressing and releasing the signal is being transmitted. garage door. hand-held transmitter button every Repeat the process for two seconds until the signal has Erasing Universal Remote programming the two remaining been successfully accepted by the System Buttons buttons. Universal Remote system. The Erase all programmed buttons when Universal Remote system indicator vehicle ownership is terminated. Radio Signals for Some Gate light will flash slowly at first and then Operators rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under To erase: For questions or programming help, “Programming the Universal Remote 1. Press and hold the two outside see www.homelink.com/gm or call System” to complete. buttons until the indicator light 1-800-355-3515. For calls placed begins to flash. This should outside the U.S., Canada, or Puerto take about 10 seconds. Rico, international rates will apply 2. Release both buttons. and may differ based on landline or mobile phone. Some radio-frequency laws and gate operators require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Instruments and Controls 143 Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under “Programming the Universal Remote System.” Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
144 Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Lighting Entry Lighting ...... 151 Exit Lighting ...... 151 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Battery Load Management . . . 151 Battery Power Protection . . . . . 152 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 144 Exterior Lighting Battery Headlamp High/Low-Beam Saver ...... 152 Changer ...... 146 Flash-to-Pass ...... 146 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 146 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 147 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 148 Turn and Lane-Change The exterior lamp control is on the Signals ...... 148 instrument panel to the left of the Fog Lamps ...... 148 steering column. Interior Lighting There are four positions. Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...... 149 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and Courtesy Lamps ...... 149 deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn Dome Lamps ...... 149 to O again to reactivate the Reading Lamps ...... 150 AUTO mode. In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Lighting 145 ; : Turns on the parking lamps Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield including all lamps, except the IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best headlamps. system performance. 5 : Turns on the headlamps The high-beam headlamps remain together with the parking lamps and on, under the automatic control, instrument panel lights. until one of the following situations occurs: IntelliBeam® System . The system detects an If equipped, this system turns the approaching vehicle's vehicle's high-beam headlamps on headlamps. and off according to surrounding . The system detects a preceding traffic conditions. To enable the IntelliBeam system, vehicle's taillamps. The system turns the high-beam press b on the turn signal lever The outside light is bright headlamps on when it is dark . when it is dark outside and the enough that high-beam enough and there is no other traffic exterior lamp control is in AUTO headlamps are not required. present. 5 or . . The vehicle's speed drops below Driving with IntelliBeam 20 km/h (12 mph). The system only activates the high . The IntelliBeam system is beams when driving over 40 km/h disabled by the button on the (25 mph). turn signal lever. If this happens, The blue high-beam on light press b on the turn signal lever when the exterior lamp This light comes on in the appears on the instrument cluster control is in the AUTO or 5 instrument cluster when the when the high beams are on. position to reactivate the IntelliBeam system is enabled. There is a sensor near the top IntelliBeam system. The center of the windshield that automatically controls the system. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
146 Lighting instrument cluster light will come . The vehicle is loaded such that Flash-to-Pass on to indicate the IntelliBeam the front end points upward, system is reactivated. causing the light sensor to aim The flash-to-pass feature works with high and not detect headlamps the low beams or Daytime Running . The IntelliBeam system will turn Lamps (DRL) on or off. off if the fog lamps are and taillamps. turned on. . The vehicle is being driven on To flash the high beams, pull the winding or hilly roads. turn signal lever toward you The high beams may not turn off momentarily and then release it. automatically if the system cannot The IntelliBeam system may need to detect another vehicle's lamps be disabled if any of the above Daytime Running because of any of the following: conditions exist. Lamps (DRL) . The other vehicle's lamps are missing, damaged, obstructed Headlamp High/ DRL can make it easier for others to from view, or otherwise Low-Beam Changer see the front of your vehicle during undetected. the day. Fully functional DRL are Push the turn signal lever away required on all vehicles first sold in . The other vehicle's lamps are from you and release, to turn the Canada. covered with dirt, snow, and/or high beams on. To return to low road spray. beams, push the lever again or pull The DRL system comes on in it toward you and release. daylight when the following . The other vehicle's lamps cannot conditions are met: be detected due to dense exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road . The ignition is on. spray, mist, or other airborne . The exterior lamp control is obstructions. in AUTO. . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, . The vehicle is not in P (Park). cracked, or obstructed by something that blocks the view . The light sensor determines it is of the light sensor. This indicator light turns on in the daytime. instrument cluster when the high-beam headlamps are on. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Lighting 147 When the DRL are on, the taillamps, Automatic Headlamp When it is bright enough outside, sidemarker lamps, instrument panel the headlamps will turn off or may lights, and other lamps will not be System change to Daytime Running on. The instrument cluster will be lit. When the exterior lamp control is Lamps (DRL). The DRL turn off when the set to AUTO and it is dark enough The automatic headlamp system O outside, the headlamps come on turns off when the exterior lamp headlamps are turned to or the automatically. ignition is off. For vehicles first sold control is turned to O or the ignition in Canada, the DRL can only be is off. turned off when the vehicle is parked. Lights On with Wipers The regular headlamp system If the windshield wipers are should be turned on when needed. activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. Move the exterior lamp control to O There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the or ; to disable this feature. sensor; otherwise the headlamps will come on when they are not needed. The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
148 Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 302. Fog Lamps
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
| : Press to make the front and An arrow on the instrument cluster rear turn signal lamps flash on and will flash in the direction of the turn off. This warns others that you are or lane change. having trouble. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Press | again to turn the change. Hold it there until the lane The fog lamps button is on the flashers off. change is complete. If the lever is instrument panel beside the steering moved momentarily to the lane wheel. change position, the arrow will flash three times. To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition and the headlamps or parking lamps The lever returns to its starting must be on. position when it is released. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Lighting 149 # : If equipped, press to turn on or Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps off. An indicator light on the The courtesy lamps come on when instrument cluster comes on when Instrument Panel the fog lamps are on. any door is opened and the j Illumination Control OFF indicator light is turned off. See Some localities have laws that Dome Lamps 0 149. require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. Dome Lamps
The brightness of the instrument cluster display, infotainment display and controls, steering wheel controls, and all other illuminated controls, as well as feature status indicators can be adjusted. The knob for this feature is on the The dome lamp controls are in the instrument panel beside the steering overhead console. column. To operate, press the following Push the knob in all the way until it buttons: extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to j OFF : Press to turn off the brighten or dim the lights. dome lamps when a door is open. An indicator light on the button will Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
150 Lighting turn on when the dome lamp override is activated. Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature and the indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened. + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually. Rear Reading Lamps Reading Lamps Press the lamp lens to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or off. There are reading lamps on the Front Reading Lamps overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps The front reading lamps are in the come on when any door is opened. overhead console. Press the lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Lighting 151 Lighting Features The exterior lamps turn off The battery can be discharged at immediately by turning the exterior idle if the electrical loads are very Entry Lighting lamp control off. high. This is true for all vehicles. This feature can be changed. See This is because the generator Some exterior lamps and interior Vehicle Personalization 0 134. (alternator) may not be spinning fast lamps turn on briefly at night, or in enough at idle to produce all of the areas with limited lighting, when K power needed for very high Battery Load electrical loads. is pressed on the Remote Keyless Management Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a A high electrical load occurs when door is opened, the interior lamps The vehicle has Electric Power several of the following are on, such come on. They stay on for about Management (EPM) that estimates as: headlamps, high beams, rear 20 seconds. When all of the doors the battery's temperature and state window defogger, climate control fan have been closed or the ignition is of charge. It then adjusts the voltage at high speed, heated seats, engine turned on, they gradually fade out. for best performance and extended cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads life of the battery. plugged into accessory power This feature can be changed. See outlets. “Vehicle Locator Lights” under When the battery's state of charge Vehicle Personalization 0 134. is low, the voltage is raised slightly EPM works to prevent excessive to quickly bring the charge back up. discharge of the battery. It does this Exit Lighting When the state of charge is high, by balancing the generator's output the voltage is lowered slightly to and the vehicle's electrical needs. Some exterior lamps and interior prevent overcharging. If the vehicle It can increase engine idle speed to lamps come on at night, or in areas has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage generate more power whenever with limited lighting, when the driver display on the Driver Information needed. It can temporarily reduce door is opened after the ignition is Center (DIC), you may see the the power demands of some turned off. The dome lamp comes voltage move up or down. This is accessories. on after the ignition is turned off. normal. If there is a problem, an Normally, these actions occur in The exterior lamps and dome lamp alert will be displayed. remain on for a set amount of time, steps or levels, without being then automatically turn off. noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
152 Lighting this action may be noticeable to the Exterior Lighting Battery driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended Saver that the driver reduce the electrical The exterior lamps turn off about loads as much as possible. 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or Battery Power Protection headlamps have been manually left on. This protects against draining This feature shuts off the interior the battery. To restart the 10-minute lamps if they are left on for more timer, turn the exterior lamp control than 10 minutes when the ignition is to the off position and then back to off. This helps to prevent the battery the parking lamp or headlamp from running down. position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Infotainment System 153 Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio Infotainment ...... 153 players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the factory-installed audio system, radio, speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction system, and exhaust system to work properly. Deactivation is required by your dealer if related aftermarket equipment is installed. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
154 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Climate Control Systems this system. Climate Control Systems . . . . . 154 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...... 156 Air Vents Air Vents ...... 159 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 160 Service ...... 161
1. Fan Control 8. Air Delivery Mode Controls 2. MAX Defrost 9. Rear Window Defogger 3. Defrost/Defog ^ : Turn the knob clockwise or 4. A/C (Air Conditioning) counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed or turn the 5. Temperature Control fan off. 6. Driver and Passenger Heated TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or Seats (If Equipped) counterclockwise to increase or 7. Recirculation decrease the temperature. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Climate Controls 155 Air Delivery Mode Controls : A/C : Press to turn the air temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) Press {, z, and 0 or a conditioning system on or off. If the and below. The auto rear defogger climate control system is turned off turns off automatically. combination of the buttons to or the outside temperature falls change the direction of the airflow. If the vehicle is equipped with below freezing, the air conditioner heated outside mirrors, they turn on The indicator light in the button will will not run. when the rear window defogger turn on. @ : Press to turn on recirculation. button is on and help to clear fog or To change the current mode, select An indicator light comes on. Air is frost from the surface of the mirror. one or more of the following: recirculated to quickly cool the See Heated Mirrors 0 29. inside of the vehicle or to reduce the 0 : Clears the windows of fog or entry of outside air and odors. moisture. Air is directed to the Caution windshield. Rear Window Defogger Do not try to clear frost or other { : Air is directed to the K : Press to turn the rear window material from the inside of the instrument panel outlets. defogger on or off. An indicator light front windshield and rear window z : Air is directed to the floor on the button comes on to show that with a razor blade or anything outlets. the rear window defogger is on. else that is sharp. This may damage the rear window MAX : Air is directed to the The defogger can be turned off by 0 defogger grid and affect the windshield and the fan runs at a turning the ignition off or to ACC/ higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared ACCESSORY. radio's ability to pick up stations from the windshield more quickly. The rear window defogger can be clearly. The repairs would not be When the button is pressed again, set to automatic operation. See covered by the vehicle warranty. the system returns to the previous “Climate and Air Quality” under mode setting. Vehicle Personalization 0 134. M or L : If equipped, press M or L For best results, clear all snow and When Auto Rear Defog is selected, to heat the driver or passenger seat. the rear window defogger turns on ice from the windshield before See Heated and Ventilated Front automatically when the interior defrosting. 0 temperature is cold and the outside Seats 43. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
156 Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System . Fan Speed . Air Delivery Mode The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. . Air Conditioning . Recirculation When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled, even if the AUTO indicator is not lit. For automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO. 2. Set the temperature. Allow the 1. Driver and Passenger 7. AUTO (Automatic Operation) system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature as needed for Temperature Controls 8. Fan Control best comfort. 2. MAX Defrost 9. Power To improve fuel efficiency and to 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 10. Recirculation cool the vehicle faster, recirculation 4. A/C (Air Conditioning) 11. Rear Window Defogger may be automatically selected in 5. Heated and Ventilated Front warm weather. The recirculation Seats (If Equipped) Automatic Operation light will not come on. Press @ to select recirculation; press it again to 6. SYNC (Synchronized The system automatically heats or select outside air. Temperature) cools the vehicle to the desired temperature: Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Climate Controls 157 Driver and Passenger Air Delivery Mode Controls : When the button is pressed again, Temperature Control : The Press any combination of X, Y, the system returns to the previous temperature can be adjusted mode setting. or [ to change the direction of the separately for the driver and the For best results, clear all snow and passenger. Turn the knob clockwise airflow. The indicator light in the ice from the windshield before or counterclockwise to increase or button will turn on. The current defrosting. decrease the temperature. mode appears in the display screen. A/C : Press to turn the air SYNC : Press to link all climate Pressing any of the three buttons conditioning system on or off. If the zone settings to the driver setting. cancels automatic air delivery climate control system is turned off The SYNC indicator light will turn or the outside temperature falls on. When the passenger settings control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually. Press below freezing, the air conditioner are adjusted, the SYNC indicator will not run. light turns off. AUTO to return to automatic operation. Pressing this button cancels Manual Operation automatic air conditioning and turns O : Press to turn the fan off or on. To change the current mode, select off the air conditioner. Press AUTO When off, no air will flow into the one or more of the following: to return to automatic operation and vehicle. Turning the fan on, pressing X : Clears the windows of fog or the air conditioner runs any other button, or turning a knob moisture. Air is directed to the automatically as needed. When the will turn the system back on using windshield. indicator light is on, the air the current setting. conditioner runs automatically to Y : Air is directed to the instrument ^ cool the air inside the vehicle or to : Press to increase or decrease panel outlets. dry the air needed to defog the the fan speed. The fan speed [ : Air is directed to the floor windshield faster. setting appears on the main display. outlets. Pressing either button cancels @ : Press to turn on recirculation. automatic fan control and the fan is 0 MAX : Air is directed to the An indicator light comes on. Air is controlled manually. Press AUTO to windshield and the fan runs at a recirculated to quickly cool the return to automatic operation. higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared inside of the vehicle or to reduce the from the windshield more quickly. entry of outside air and odors. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
158 Climate Controls Auto Defog : The climate control The rear window defogger can be system may have a sensor to set to automatic operation. See Caution (Continued) automatically detect high humidity “Climate and Air Quality” under inside the vehicle. When high Vehicle Personalization 0 134. radio's ability to pick up stations humidity is detected, the climate When auto rear defog is selected, clearly. The repairs would not be control system may adjust to the rear window defogger turns on covered by the vehicle warranty. outside air supply and turn on the automatically when the interior air conditioner. The fan speed may temperature is cold and the outside Driver and Passenger Heated and slightly increase to help prevent temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) Ventilated Front Seats : fogging. If the climate control and below. The Auto Rear Defogger If equipped, press L or M to heat system does not detect possible turns off automatically. the driver or passenger seat. window fogging, it returns to normal If the vehicle is equipped with operation. heated outside mirrors, they turn on If equipped, press { or C to To turn Auto Defog off or on, see when the rear window defogger ventilate the driver or passenger Climate and Air Quality under button is on and help to clear fog or “ ” seat. See Heated and Ventilated Vehicle Personalization 0 134. frost from the surface of the mirror. 0 See Heated Mirrors 0 29. Front Seats 43. Rear Window Defogger Remote Start Climate Control K : Press to turn the rear window Caution Operation (If Equipped) : If the defogger on or off. An indicator light vehicle is equipped with the remote on the button comes on to show that Do not try to clear frost or other start feature, the climate control the rear window defogger is on. The material from the inside of the system may run when the vehicle is defogger only works when the front windshield and rear window started remotely. The system uses ignition is on. with a razor blade or anything the driver’s previous settings to heat The defogger can be turned off by else that is sharp. This may or cool the inside of the vehicle. The turning the ignition to off or ACC/ damage the rear window rear defog may come on during ACCESSORY. defogger grid and affect the remote start based on cold ambient conditions. If the vehicle has heated (Continued) or ventilated seats, they may come Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Climate Controls 159 on during a remote start. See Air Vents . Use of non-GM approved hood Remote Vehicle Start 0 15 and deflectors can adversely affect Heated and Ventilated Front Seats Use the louvers located on the air the performance of the system. 0 43. vents to change the direction of the Check with your dealer before airflow. adding equipment to the outside Sensor To open or close off the airflow: of the vehicle. The solar sensor on top of the . Do not attach any devices to the instrument panel near the . On the center air vents, move the slider knobs up or down. air vent slats. This restricts windshield monitors the solar heat. airflow and may cause damage The climate control system uses the . On the outer and rear air vents, to the air vents. sensor information to adjust the move the slider knobs right temperature, fan speed, or left. recirculation, and air delivery mode Operation Tips for best comfort. . Clear away any ice, snow, Do not cover the sensor; otherwise or leaves from air inlets at the the automatic climate control system base of the windshield that could may not work properly. block the flow of air into the vehicle. . Clear snow off the hood to improve visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into the vehicle, which may improve long term system performance. . Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
160 Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule 0 360. To find out what type of filter to use, 2. Disconnect the glove box door 3. Squeeze both sides of the see Maintenance Replacement 0 damper (1) from the glove box glove box bin inward to lower Parts 370. door assembly by squeezing beyond the stops. 1. Open the glove box. the pivot (2) to release the damper ring. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Climate Controls 161 4. Remove the two screws During service, all refrigerants securing the door. should be reclaimed with proper 5. Press the latches on either side equipment. Venting refrigerants of the service door inward to directly to the atmosphere is harmful release. Open the service door to the environment and may also and remove the old filter. create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, 6. Install the new air filter. or other health-based concerns. 7. Close the service door The air conditioning system requires completely. periodic maintenance. See 0 8. Reverse the steps to reinstall Maintenance Schedule 360. the glove box. See your dealer if additional assistance is needed. Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
162 Driving and Operating Stop/Start System ...... 184 Brakes Driving and Winter Cover ...... 185 Antilock Brake Operating Engine Heater ...... 187 System (ABS) ...... 205 Retained Accessory Electric Parking Brake ...... 205 Power (RAP) ...... 188 Brake Assist ...... 207 Driving Information Shifting Into Park ...... 188 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 207 Shifting out of Park ...... 189 Driver Behavior ...... 163 Ride Control Systems Driving Environment ...... 164 Parking over Things That Burn ...... 190 Traction Control/Electronic Vehicle Design ...... 164 Stability Control ...... 208 Driving for Better Fuel Extended Parking ...... 190 Economy ...... 164 Engine Exhaust Cruise Control Distracted Driving ...... 164 Engine Exhaust ...... 190 Cruise Control ...... 212 Defensive Driving ...... 165 Running the Vehicle While Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 214 Drunk Driving ...... 165 Parked ...... 191 Control of a Vehicle ...... 166 Driver Assistance Systems Braking ...... 166 Diesel Particulate Filter Driver Assistance Systems . . . 225 Steering ...... 166 Diesel Particulate Filter ...... 191 Assistance Systems for Off-Road Recovery ...... 167 Parking or Backing ...... 226 Loss of Control ...... 168 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Assistance Systems for Off-Road Driving ...... 168 Diesel Exhaust Fluid ...... 195 Driving ...... 230 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 172 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Automatic Transmission System ...... 230 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 173 Automatic Transmission ...... 200 Winter Driving ...... 174 Automatic Emergency Manual Mode ...... 202 Braking (AEB) ...... 232 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 175 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 203 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 176 Front Pedestrian Braking Drive Systems (FPB) System ...... 234 Starting and Operating All-Wheel Drive ...... 204 Side Blind Zone New Vehicle Break-In ...... 180 Alert (SBZA) ...... 236 Ignition Positions ...... 180 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 236 Starting the Engine ...... 182 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 238 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 163 Fuel Trailer Towing ...... 258 Driving Information Top Tier Fuel (Gasoline) ...... 241 Towing Equipment ...... 261 Top Tier Fuel (Diesel) ...... 241 Recommended Fuel (LYX - Conversions and Add-Ons Driver Behavior Add-On Electrical 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine) ...... 241 Driving is an important Equipment ...... 263 Recommended Fuel (LTG - responsibility. Driver behavior, the 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine) ...... 242 driving environment, and the Prohibited Fuels (Gasoline) . . . 242 vehicle's design all affect how well a Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 242 vehicle performs. Fuel Additives (Gasoline) . . . . . 243 Fuel Additives (Diesel) ...... 243 Being aware of these factors can Fuel for Diesel Engines ...... 243 help in understanding how the Biodiesel ...... 244 vehicle handles and what can be Cold Weather Operation done to avoid many types of (Diesel) ...... 245 crashes, including a rollover crash. Water in Fuel (Diesel) ...... 245 Most serious injuries and fatalities to Running Out of Fuel unbelted occupants can be reduced (Diesel) ...... 249 or prevented by the use of seat Fuel Filter Replacement belts. In a rollover crash, an (Diesel) ...... 249 unbelted person is significantly Filling the Tank (Gasoline) . . . . 250 more likely to die than a person Filling the Tank (Diesel) ...... 251 wearing a seat belt. In addition, Filling a Portable Fuel avoiding excessive speed, sudden Container ...... 253 or abrupt turns, and drunken or Trailer Towing aggressive driving can help make trips safer and avoid the possibility General Towing of a crash. Information ...... 254 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...... 254 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
164 Driving and Operating Driving Environment same as a vehicle with a lower . When road and weather center of gravity, like a car, in similar conditions are appropriate, use Be prepared for driving in inclement situations. cruise control. weather, at night, or during other times where visibility or traction may Safe driver behavior and . Always follow posted speed be limited, such as on curves, understanding of the environment limits or drive more slowly when slippery roads, or hilly terrain. can help avoid a rollover crash in conditions require. Unfamiliar surroundings can also any type of vehicle, including utility . Keep vehicle tires properly have hidden hazards. vehicles. inflated. Learn more about driving in different Driving for Better Fuel . Combine several trips into a conditions and off-road driving in single trip. this section. Economy . Replace the vehicle's tires with Driving habits can affect fuel the same TPC Spec number Vehicle Design mileage. Here are some driving tips molded into the tire's sidewall Utility vehicles have a significantly to get the best fuel economy near the size. possible: higher rollover rate than other types . Follow recommended scheduled of vehicles. This is because they . Set the climate controls to the maintenance. have a higher ground clearance and desired temperature after the a narrower track or shorter engine is started, or turn them Distracted Driving wheelbase than passenger cars, off when not required. which makes them more capable for Distraction comes in many forms . Avoid fast starts and accelerate and can take your focus from the off-road driving. While these design smoothly. characteristics provide the driver task of driving. Exercise good with a better view of the road, these . Brake gradually and avoid judgment and do not let other vehicles do have a higher center of abrupt stops. activities divert your attention away gravity than other types of vehicles. . Avoid idling the engine for long from the road. Many local A utility vehicle does not handle the periods of time. governments have enacted laws Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 165 regarding driver distraction. Become . Wait until the vehicle is parked Defensive Driving familiar with the local laws in to retrieve items that have fallen your area. to the floor. Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first To avoid distracted driving, keep . Stop or park the vehicle to tend step in driving defensively is to wear your eyes on the road, keep your to children. the seat belt. See Seat Belts 0 48. hands on the steering wheel, and . Keep pets in an appropriate focus your attention on driving. . Assume that other road users carrier or restraint. (pedestrians, bicyclists, and . Do not use a phone in . Avoid stressful conversations other drivers) are going to be demanding driving situations. while driving, whether with a careless and make mistakes. Use a hands-free method to passenger or on a cell phone. Anticipate what they might do place or receive necessary and be ready. phone calls. { Warning . Allow enough following distance . Watch the road. Do not read, between you and the driver in take notes, or look up Taking your eyes off the road too front of you. information on phones or other long or too often could cause a Focus on the task of driving. electronic devices. crash resulting in injury or death. . . Designate a front seat Focus your attention on driving. Drunk Driving passenger to handle potential distractions. Refer to the infotainment manual for Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global . Become familiar with vehicle more information on using that tragedy. features before driving, such as system and the navigation system, programming favorite radio if equipped, including pairing and stations and adjusting climate using a cell phone. control and seat settings. Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
166 Driving and Operating Braking Once the power assist is used up, it { Warning can take longer to stop and the Braking action involves perception brake pedal will be harder to push. Drinking and then driving is very time and reaction time. Deciding to dangerous. Your reflexes, push the brake pedal is perception Steering perceptions, attentiveness, and time. Actually doing it is judgment can be affected by even reaction time. Electric Power Steering a small amount of alcohol. You Average driver reaction time is can have a serious — or even about three-quarters of a second. In Caution fatal — collision if you drive after that time, a vehicle moving at drinking. 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m To avoid damage to the steering Do not drink and drive or ride with (66 ft), which could be a lot of system, do not drive over curbs, a driver who has been drinking. distance in an emergency. parking barriers, or similar objects Ride home in a cab; or if you are Helpful braking tips to keep in mind at speeds greater than 3 km/h with a group, designate a driver include: (1 mph). Use care when driving who will not drink. over other objects such as lane . Keep enough distance between dividers and speed bumps. you and the vehicle in front Damage caused by misuse of the Control of a Vehicle of you. vehicle is not covered by the Braking, steering, and accelerating . Avoid needless heavy braking. vehicle warranty. are important factors in helping to . Keep pace with traffic. control a vehicle while driving. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 167 If the steering wheel is turned until it . Holding both sides of the reaches the end of its travel and is steering wheel allows you to turn held against that position for an 180 degrees without removing extended period of time, power a hand. steering assist may be reduced. . The Antilock Brake System Normal use of the power steering (ABS) allows steering while assist should return when the braking. system cools down. See your dealer if there is a Off-Road Recovery problem. Curve Tips The vehicle has electric power . Take curves at a reasonable steering. It does not have power speed. steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. . Reduce speed before entering a curve. If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle . Maintain a reasonable steady can be steered, but may require speed through the curve. increased effort. . Wait until the vehicle is out of If the steering assist is used for an the curve before accelerating extended period of time while the gently into the straightaway. The vehicle's right wheels can drop vehicle is not moving, power assist Steering in Emergencies may be reduced. off the edge of a road onto the . There are some situations when shoulder while driving. Follow steering around a problem may these tips: be more effective than braking. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
168 Driving and Operating 1. Ease off the accelerator and Defensive drivers avoid most skids . Try to avoid sudden steering, then, if there is nothing in the by taking reasonable care suited to acceleration, or braking, way, steer the vehicle so that it existing conditions, and by not including reducing vehicle speed straddles the edge of the overdriving those conditions. But by shifting to a lower gear. Any pavement. skids are always possible. sudden changes could cause 2. Turn the steering wheel about If the vehicle starts to slide, follow the tires to slide. one-eighth of a turn, until the these suggestions: Remember: Antilock brakes help right front tire contacts the . Ease your foot off the avoid only the braking skid. pavement edge. accelerator pedal and steer the 3. Turn the steering wheel to go way you want the vehicle to go. Off-Road Driving straight down the roadway. The vehicle may straighten out. All-wheel-drive vehicles can be Be ready for a second skid if it used for off-road driving. Vehicles Loss of Control occurs. without all-wheel drive and vehicles not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or Skidding . Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not There are three types of skids that conditions. Stopping distance be driven off-road except on a level, correspond to the vehicle's three can be longer and vehicle solid surface. To contact the tire control systems: control can be affected when manufacturer for more information about the original equipment tires, . Braking Skid wheels are not traction is reduced by water, — see the warranty manual. rolling. snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to Controlling the vehicle is the key to . Steering or Cornering Skid — recognize warning clues — such successful off-road driving. One of too much speed or steering in a as enough water, ice, or packed the best ways to control the vehicle curve causes tires to slip and snow on the road to make a is to control the speed. lose cornering force. mirrored surface — and slow . Acceleration Skid — too much down when you have any doubt. throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 169 Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading { Warning Off-Road Driving the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. When driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction { Warning Environmental Concerns can easily throw you out of . Unsecured cargo on the . Always use established trails, position. This could cause you to load floor can be tossed roads, and areas that have been lose control and crash. You and about when driving over set aside for public off-road your passengers should always rough terrain. You or your recreational driving and obey all wear seat belts. passengers can be struck posted regulations. by flying objects. Secure the . Do not damage shrubs, flowers, Before Driving Off-Road cargo properly. trees, or grasses or disturb . Have all necessary maintenance . Keep cargo in the cargo wildlife. and service work completed. area as far forward and as . Do not park over things that low as possible. The . Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, burn. See Parking over Things heaviest things should be That Burn 0 190. and check inflation pressure in on the floor, forward of the all tires, including the spare, rear axle. Driving on Hills if equipped. . Heavy loads on the roof Driving safely on hills requires good . Read all the information about raise the vehicle's center of judgment and an understanding of all-wheel-drive vehicles in this gravity, making it more likely what the vehicle can and cannot do. manual. to roll over. You can be . Make sure all underbody seriously or fatally injured if { Warning shields, if equipped, are properly the vehicle rolls over. Put attached. heavy loads inside the Many hills are simply too steep cargo area, not on the roof. for any vehicle. Driving up hills . Know the local laws that apply to off-road driving. can cause the vehicle to stall. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Driving down hills can cause loss Driving to the top of a hill at high Heavy braking when going down of control. Driving across hills can speed can cause a crash. There a hill can cause your brakes to cause a rollover. You could be could be a drop-off, embankment, overheat and fade. This could injured or killed. Do not drive on cliff, or even another vehicle. You cause loss of control and you or steep hills. could be seriously injured or others could be injured or killed. killed. As you near the top of a Apply the brakes lightly when Before driving on a hill, assess the hill, slow down and stay alert. descending a hill and use a low steepness, traction, and gear to keep vehicle speed under obstructions. If the terrain ahead . Never go downhill forward or control. cannot be seen, get out of the backward with the transmission vehicle and walk the hill before in N (Neutral). The brakes could If the vehicle stalls on a hill: driving further. overheat and you could lose 1. Apply the brakes to stop the control. When driving on hills: vehicle, and then apply the . Use a low gear and keep a firm . When driving down a hill, keep parking brake. the vehicle headed straight grip on the steering wheel. 2. Shift into P (Park) and then down. Use a low gear because restart the engine. . Maintain a slow speed. the engine will work with the . When possible, drive straight up brakes to slow the vehicle and . If driving uphill when the or down the hill. help keep the vehicle under vehicle stalls, shift to control. R (Reverse), release the . Slow down when approaching parking brake, and back the top of the hill. straight down. . Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 171 . Never try to turn the vehicle 3.2. Stay clear of the path the . If an incline must be driven around. If the hill is steep vehicle would take if it across, and the vehicle starts to enough to stall the vehicle, rolled downhill. slide, turn downhill. This should it is steep enough to cause . Avoid turns that take the vehicle help straighten out the vehicle it to roll over. across the incline of the hill. and prevent the side slipping. . If you cannot make it up the A hill that can be driven straight hill, back straight down up or down might be too steep to { Warning the hill. drive across. Driving across an Getting out of the vehicle on the . Never back down a hill in incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could downhill side when stopped N (Neutral) using only the across an incline is dangerous. brake. The vehicle can roll cause a downhill slide or a rollover. If the vehicle rolls over, you could backward quickly and you be crushed or killed. Always get could lose control. . Surface conditions can be a out on the uphill side of the problem. Loose gravel, muddy . If driving downhill when the vehicle and stay well clear of the spots, or even wet grass can vehicle stalls, shift to a rollover path. lower gear, release the cause the tires to slip sideways, parking brake, and drive downhill. If the vehicle slips straight down the hill. sideways, it can hit something Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, that will trip it — a rock, a rut, or Ice 3. If the vehicle cannot be etc. — and roll over. restarted after stalling, set the Use a low gear when driving in parking brake, shift into . Hidden obstacles can make the mud — the deeper the mud, the P (Park), and turn the steepness of the incline more lower the gear. Keep the vehicle vehicle off. severe. If a rock is driven across moving to avoid getting stuck. with the uphill wheels, or if the 3.1. Leave the vehicle and downhill wheels drop into a rut Traction changes when driving on seek help. or depression, the vehicle can tilt sand. On loose sand, such as on even more. beaches or sand dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand. This affects steering, accelerating, and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
172 Driving and Operating braking. Drive at a reduced speed and it may take longer to stop. See and avoid sharp turns or abrupt Warning (Continued) Driving on Wet Roads 0 172 later in maneuvers. this section. could drown. If it is only shallow Traction is reduced on hard packed water, it can still wash away the After Off-Road Driving snow and ice and it is easy to lose ground from under your tires. control. Reduce vehicle speed when Remove any brush or debris that Traction could be lost, and the has collected on the underbody or driving on hard packed snow vehicle could roll over. Do not and ice. chassis, or under the hood. These drive through rushing water. accumulations can be a fire hazard. { Warning After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, Caution checked. These substances can or rivers can be dangerous. Ice cause glazing and uneven braking. conditions vary greatly and the Do not drive through standing Check the body structure, steering, vehicle could fall through the ice; water if it is deep enough to cover suspension, wheels, tires, and you and your passengers could the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust exhaust system for damage and drown. Drive your vehicle on safe pipe. Deep water can damage the check the fuel lines and cooling surfaces only. axle and other vehicle parts. system for any leakage. More frequent maintenance service Driving in Water If the standing water is not too deep, is required. See Maintenance drive through it slowly. At faster Schedule 0 360. speeds, water can get into the { Warning engine and cause it to stall. Stalling Driving on Wet Roads Driving through rushing water can can occur if the exhaust pipe is Rain and wet roads can reduce be dangerous. Deep water can under water. Do not turn off the vehicle traction and affect your ignition when driving through water. sweep your vehicle downstream ability to stop and accelerate. If the exhaust pipe is under water, and you and your passengers Always drive slower in these types the engine will not start. When going (Continued) through water, the brakes get wet Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 173 of driving conditions and avoid Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads driving through large puddles and Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water deep-standing or flowing water. Driving on steep hills or through can build up under the vehicle's mountains is different than driving tires so they actually ride on the on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: { Warning water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast . Keep the vehicle serviced and in Wet brakes can cause crashes. enough. When the vehicle is good shape. They might not work as well in a hydroplaning, it has little or no . Check all fluid levels and brakes, quick stop and could cause contact with the road. tires, cooling system, and pulling to one side. You could transmission. lose control of the vehicle. There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to . Shift to a lower gear when going After driving through a large slow down when the road is wet. down steep or long hills. puddle of water or a car/vehicle Other Rainy Weather Tips wash, lightly apply the brake { Warning pedal until the brakes work Besides slowing down, other wet normally. weather driving tips include: Using the brakes to slow the Flowing or rushing water creates . Allow extra following distance. vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating, can strong forces. Driving through . Pass with caution. flowing water could cause the reduce brake performance, and vehicle to be carried away. If this . Keep windshield wiping could result in a loss of braking. happens, you and other vehicle equipment in good shape. Shift the transmission to a lower occupants could drown. Do not . Keep the windshield washer fluid gear to let the engine assist the ignore police warnings and be reservoir filled. brakes on a steep downhill slope. very cautious about trying to drive . Have good tires with proper through flowing water. tread depth. See Tires 0 307. . Turn off cruise control. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
174 Driving and Operating Winter Driving . Allow greater following distance { Warning and watch for slippery spots. Icy Driving on Snow or Ice patches can occur on otherwise Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Snow or ice between the tires and clear roads in shaded areas. or with the ignition off is The surface of a curve or an dangerous. This can cause the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can overpass can remain icy when overheating of the brakes and the surrounding roads are clear. loss of steering assist. Always occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid Avoid sudden steering have the engine running and the driving on wet ice or in freezing rain maneuvers and braking while vehicle in gear. until roads can be treated. on ice. . Turn off cruise control. For Slippery Road Driving: . Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane. Do not . Accelerate gently. Accelerating Blizzard Conditions swing wide or cross the too quickly causes the wheels to Stop the vehicle in a safe place and center line. spin and makes the surface signal for help. Stay with the vehicle under the tires slick. . Be alert on top of hills; unless there is help nearby. something could be in your lane . Turn on Traction Control. See If possible, use Roadside (e.g., stalled car, crash). Traction Control/Electronic Assistance. See Roadside 0 Stability Control 0 208. Assistance Program 381. To get . Pay attention to special road help and keep everyone in the signs (e.g., falling rocks area, . The Antilock Brake System vehicle safe: winding roads, long grades, (ABS) improves vehicle stability passing or no-passing zones) during hard stops, but the . Turn on the hazard warning and take appropriate action. brakes should be applied sooner flashers. than when on dry pavement. . Tie a red cloth to an outside See Antilock Brake System mirror. (ABS) 0 205. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 175 If stuck too severely for the traction { Warning Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest rocking method. See Traction under the vehicle. This may setting. See “Climate Control/Electronic Stability Control cause exhaust gases to get Control Systems.” 0 208. inside. Engine exhaust contains For more information about CO, carbon monoxide (CO), which see Engine Exhaust 0 190. { Warning cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even If the vehicle's tires spin at high death. To save fuel, run the engine for short periods to warm the vehicle speed, they can explode, and you If the vehicle is stuck in snow: and then shut the engine off and or others could be injured. The partially close the window. Moving vehicle can overheat, causing an . Clear snow from the base of engine compartment fire or other the vehicle, especially any about to keep warm also helps. damage. Spin the wheels as little blocking the exhaust pipe. If it takes time for help to arrive, as possible and avoid going . Open a window about 5 cm when running the engine, push the above 56 km/h (35 mph). (2 in) on the vehicle side accelerator pedal slightly so the that is away from the wind, engine runs faster than the idle to bring in fresh air. speed. This keeps the battery Rocking the Vehicle to Get charged to restart the vehicle and to it Out . Fully open the air outlets on signal for help with the headlamps. or under the instrument Do this as little as possible, to Turn the steering wheel left and panel. save fuel. right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction . Adjust the climate control system. Shift back and forth system to circulate the air If the Vehicle Is Stuck between R (Reverse) and a low inside the vehicle and set Slowly and cautiously spin the forward gear, spinning the wheels (Continued) wheels to free the vehicle when as little as possible. To prevent stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. transmission wear, wait until the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
176 Driving and Operating wheels stop spinning before shifting Tire and Loading Information gears. Release the accelerator { Warning Label pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal Do not load the vehicle any when the transmission is in gear. heavier than the Gross Slowly spinning the wheels in the Vehicle Weight Rating forward and reverse directions (GVWR), or either the causes a rocking motion that could maximum front or rear Gross free the vehicle. If that does not get Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). the vehicle out after a few tries, it This can cause systems to might need to be towed out. If the break and change the way the vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle handles. This could see Towing the Vehicle 0 344. cause loss of control and a Vehicle Load Limits crash. Overloading can also reduce stopping distance, Example Label It is very important to know how damage the tires, and shorten A vehicle-specific Tire and much weight the vehicle can the life of the vehicle. Loading Information label is carry. This weight is called the attached to the center pillar vehicle capacity weight and (B-pillar). The tire and loading includes the weight of all information label shows the occupants, cargo, and all number of occupant seating nonfactory-installed options. positions (1), and the maximum Two labels on the vehicle may vehicle capacity weight (2) in show how much weight it may kilograms and pounds. properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and The Tire and Loading the Certification/Tire label. Information label also shows the size of the original equipment Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 177 tires (3) and the recommended 2. Determine the combined exceed the available cargo cold tire inflation pressures (4). weight of the driver and and luggage load capacity For more information on tires passengers that will be calculated in Step 4. 0 and inflation see Tires 307 riding in your vehicle. 6. If your vehicle will be towing and 0 3. Subtract the combined a trailer, load from your Tire Pressure 313. weight of the driver and trailer will be transferred to There is also important loading passengers from XXX kg or your vehicle. Consult this information on the vehicle XXX lbs. manual to determine how Certification/Tire label. It may 4. The resulting figure equals this reduces the available show the Gross Vehicle Weight the available amount of cargo and luggage load Rating (GVWR) and the Gross cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.” Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for capacity. For example, if the See Trailer Towing 0 258 for the front and rear axle. See "XXX" amount equals important information on towing Certification/Tire Label later in “ ” 1400 lbs. and there will be a trailer, towing safety rules and this section. five 150 lb passengers in trailering tips. “Steps for Determining Correct your vehicle, the amount of Load Limit– available cargo and luggage 1. Locate the statement "The load capacity is 650 lbs. combined weight of (1400-750 (5 x 150) = occupants and cargo should 650 lbs.) never exceed XXX kg or 5. Determine the combined XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s weight of luggage and cargo placard. being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Example 1 Example 2 Example 3
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 91 kg × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg 3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight (1,000 lbs). Cargo Weight = 317 kg = 113 kg (250 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight (700 lbs). = 0 kg (0 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 179 weight of the driver, passengers, Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). and cargo should never exceed The GVWR includes the weight { Warning the vehicle's capacity weight. of the vehicle, all occupants, Things inside the vehicle can fuel, and cargo. Certification/Tire Label strike and injure people in a The Certification/Tire label may sudden stop or turn, or in a also show the maximum weights crash. for the front and rear axles, . Put things in the cargo called the Gross Axle Weight area of the vehicle. In the Rating (GAWR). To find out the cargo area, put them as actual loads on the front and far forward as possible. rear axles, weigh the vehicle at Try to spread the weight a weigh station. Your dealer can evenly. help with this. Be sure to spread the load equally on both sides of . Never stack heavier the centerline. things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that Label Example Caution some of them are above A vehicle-specific Certification/ the tops of the seats. Overloading the vehicle may Tire label is attached to the . Do not leave an center pillar (B-pillar). cause damage. Repairs would not unsecured child restraint be covered by the vehicle in the vehicle. The label may show the size of warranty. Do not overload the the vehicle's original tires and vehicle. . Secure loose items in the the inflation pressures needed to vehicle. obtain the gross weight capacity (Continued) of the vehicle. The label shows the gross weight capacity of the vehicle. This is called the Gross Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Warning (Continued) Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating . Do not leave a seat breaking-in guideline every folded down unless New Vehicle Break-In time you get new brake needed. linings. Caution Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually The vehicle does not need an increased. elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if Ignition Positions you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 800 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Avoid making hard stops for the first 300 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier The vehicle has an electronic replacement. Follow this keyless ignition with pushbutton (Continued) start. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 181 The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) When the vehicle is shifted into 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). transmitter must be in the vehicle for P (Park), the ignition system will This can be done while the the system to operate. If the turn off. vehicle is moving. After shifting pushbutton start is not working, the The vehicle may have an electric to N (Neutral), firmly apply the vehicle may be near a strong radio steering column lock. The lock is brakes and steer the vehicle to antenna signal causing interference activated when the vehicle is turned a safe location. to the Keyless Access system. See off and either front door is opened. 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 0 A sound may be heard as the lock to P (Park) and turn the System Operation 8. actuates or releases. The steering ignition off. Stopping the Engine/Off (No column lock may not release with 4. Set the electric parking brake. Indicator Lights) the wheels turned off center. If this See Electric Parking Brake happens, the vehicle may not start. 0 205. When the vehicle is stopped, press Move the steering wheel from left to ENGINE START/STOP once to turn right while attempting to start the the engine off. vehicle. If this does not work, the { Warning vehicle needs service. To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle Turning off the vehicle while must be on and the brake pedal Do not turn the engine off when the moving may cause loss of power must be applied. vehicle is moving. This will cause a assist in the brake and steering If the vehicle is in P (Park), the loss of power assist in the brake systems and disable the airbags. ignition will turn off, and Retained and steering systems and disable While driving, only shut the Accessory Power (RAP) will remain the airbags. vehicle off in an emergency. active. See Retained Accessory If the vehicle must be turned off in Power (RAP) 0 188. an emergency: If the vehicle cannot be pulled over If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the 1. Brake using a firm and steady and must be turned off while driving, ignition will return to ACC/ pressure. Do not pump the press and hold ENGINE START/ ACCESSORY and display the brakes repeatedly. This may STOP for longer than two seconds, message SHIFT TO PARK in the deplete power assist, requiring or press twice in five seconds. Driver Information Center (DIC). increased brake pedal force. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
182 Driving and Operating ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Service Mode Caution Indicator Light) This power mode is available for This mode allows you to use some service and diagnostics, and to Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the electrical accessories when the verify the proper operation of the vehicle is moving. If you do, you engine is off. malfunction indicator lamp as may could damage the transmission. be required for emission inspection With the ignition off, pressing the Shift to P (Park) only when the purposes. With the vehicle off and button one time without the brake vehicle is stopped. the brake pedal not applied, pedal applied will place the ignition pressing and holding the button for system in ACC/ACCESSORY. more than five seconds will place The ignition will switch from ACC/ the vehicle in Service Mode. The Caution ACCESSORY to OFF after instruments and audio systems will five minutes to prevent battery operate as they do in ON/RUN, but If you add electrical parts or rundown. the vehicle will not be able to be accessories, you could change driven. The engine will not start in the way the engine operates. Any ON/RUN/START (Green Service Mode. Press the button resulting damage would not be Indicator Light) again to turn the vehicle off. covered by the vehicle warranty. This mode is for driving and starting. See Add-On Electrical Equipment With the ignition off and the brake Starting the Engine 0 263. pedal applied, pressing the button Move the shift lever to P (Park) or once will place the ignition system N (Neutral). To restart the engine Gasoline Engine Starting in ON/RUN/START. Once engine when the vehicle is already moving, Procedure cranking begins, release the button. use N (Neutral) only. Engine cranking will continue until 1. With the Keyless Access the engine starts. See Starting the system, the Remote Keyless Engine 0 182. The ignition will then Entry (RKE) transmitter must remain in ON/RUN. be in the vehicle. Press ENGINE START/STOP with the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 183 brake pedal applied. When the 2. If the engine does not start ENGINE START/STOP with the engine begins cranking, let go after five to 10 seconds, brake pedal applied to start. If it of the button. especially in very cold weather is too cold, the wait-to-start The idle speed will go down as (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could light will come on and there will the engine gets warm. Do not be flooded with too much be a short delay before gasoline. Try pushing the starting. See Wait-to-Start Light race the engine immediately 0 after starting it. accelerator pedal all the way to 120. the floor and holding it there as The engine has a fast warm-up If the RKE transmitter is not in you press ENGINE START/ the vehicle, if there is glow plug system. The STOP. Wait at least 15 seconds wait-to-start light will illuminate interference, or if the RKE between each try, to allow the battery is low, a Driver for a much shorter time than cranking motor to cool down. most diesel engines, due to the Information Center (DIC) will When the engine starts, display a message. See rapid heating of the glow plug release the accelerator. If the system. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle starts briefly but then System Operation 0 8. stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline Caution from the engine. Do not race Caution If the wait-to-start light stays on the engine immediately after Cranking the engine for long starting it. Operate the engine after starting the vehicle, the periods of time, by trying to start and transmission gently until vehicle may not run properly. the engine immediately after the oil warms up and lubricates Have the vehicle serviced cranking has ended, can overheat all moving parts. right away. and damage the cranking motor, Diesel Engine Starting Procedure and drain the battery. Wait at 2. If the engine does not start least 15 seconds between each The diesel engine starts differently after 15 seconds of cranking, try, to let the cranking motor than a gasoline engine. wait one minute for the cool down. 1. With the Keyless Access cranking motor to cool, then try system, the RKE transmitter the same step again. must be in the vehicle. Press Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
184 Driving and Operating If you are trying to start the engine If the vehicle is not out of fuel, and Stop/Start System after you have run out of fuel, follow the engine will not start: This vehicle has a Stop/Start the steps in Running Out of Fuel If the battery does not have enough (Diesel) 0 249. system to shut off the engine to help charge to start the engine, see conserve fuel. It has components 0 When the engine is cold, let it run Battery - North America 290. designed for the increased number for a few minutes before driving. Check that the correct engine oil of starts. This lets oil pressure build up. The has been used and changed at engine will sound louder when it appropriate intervals. If the wrong oil { Warning is cold. is used, the engine may be harder Cold Weather Starting (Diesel to start. The automatic engine Stop/Start Engine) Be sure to use the proper fuel for feature causes the engine to shut off while the vehicle is still on. Do Use the recommended engine oil existing weather conditions. See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 243. not exit the vehicle before shifting when the outside temperature drops to P (Park). The vehicle may below freezing. See Engine Oil If the engine starts, runs a short restart and move unexpectedly. 0 275. When the outside time, then stops, the vehicle needs Always shift to P (Park), and then temperature drops below –18°C (0° service. F), use of the engine heater is turn the ignition off before exiting the vehicle. recommended. { Warning See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 243 for information on what fuel to use in Do not use gasoline or starting Auto Engine Stop/Start cold weather. aids, such as ether, in the air When the brakes are applied and intake. They could damage the the vehicle is at a complete stop, If the Diesel Engine Will Not engine, which may not be the engine may turn off. When Start covered by the vehicle warranty. stopped, the tachometer displays If you have run out of fuel, see They could also cause a fire, AUTO STOP. See Tachometer Running Out of Fuel (Diesel) 0 249. which could cause serious 0 109. When the brake pedal is personal injury. released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will restart. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 185 To maintain vehicle performance, . Tow/Haul Mode or other driver more airflow is required to cool the other conditions may cause the modes have been selected. vehicle, the winter cover should not engine to automatically restart . The vehicle is on a steep hill or be used. The following usage before the brake pedal is released. grade. guidelines will allow adequate Auto Stops may not occur and/or airflow for proper radiator and air . The driver door has been cooler performance: auto restarts may occur because: opened or driver seat belt has . The climate control settings been unbuckled. . Do not use the winter cover if towing a trailer. The vehicle may require the engine to be running . The hood has been opened. to cool or heat the vehicle overheat if the radiator is interior. . The Auto Stop has reached the covered while towing. maximum allowed time. . The vehicle battery charge . Do not modify the cover. The is low. winter cover does not cover Winter Cover some sections of the front of the . The vehicle battery has recently vehicle to provide enough If equipped, the winter cover can be been disconnected. airflow. used to enhance heater . Minimum vehicle speed has not performance in extremely cold . Keep the underside of the winter been reached since the last conditions below −0 °C (32 °F). The cover as clean as possible. Auto Stop winter cover installs over the grille Remove monthly or as . The accelerator pedal is and restricts airflow to the engine necessary and clean away dust pressed. compartment. and debris. . The engine or transmission is Usage Guidelines . Do not use the winter cover not at the required operating above −0 °C (32 °F). The winter cover should only be temperature. used while operating the vehicle in Use only a mild soap to clean. Do . The outside temperature is not extremely cold temperatures or in not use harsh soap, strong in the required operating range. heavy snow for extended periods. In detergents, or vinyl protectant/ sealant type products as they may . The vehicle is in any gear other these temperatures, the vehicle than D (Drive). does not need a large amount of air to properly cool the engine. When Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
186 Driving and Operating damage the special finish. Allow the winter cover to dry completely before reinstalling. Installation Instructions When first trying to fit the cover, it may appear to be undersized but will stretch during installation to ensure a tight fit. The initial installation of the cover is best performed when the winter cover is warm. Sport Model Standard Model 1. Center grille cover and make sure that it is positioned correctly.
Standard Model Sport Model 2. Push plastic hooks back to engage grille slats. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 187 3. If equipped with license plate 3. Check the heater cord for bracket pull it toward the front { Warning damage. If it is damaged, do of the vehicle and install the not use it. See your dealer for cover behind the bottom edge Do not plug in the engine block a replacement. Inspect the of the bracket. heater while the vehicle is parked cord for damage yearly. in a garage or under a carport. 4. Repeat for all hooks to fully Property damage or personal 4. Plug the cord into the engage cover to grille. injury may result. Always park the receptacle in the front fascia. 5. Make sure all clips remain vehicle in a clear open area away 5. Plug the other end of the cord engaged during installation. from buildings or structures. into a normal, grounded Cover should be stretched to a 110-volt AC outlet. tight fit when properly installed. The engine heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or { Warning Engine Heater below −18 °C (0 °F) for easier Improper use of the heater cord starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the or an extension cord can damage engine heater at least four hours the cord and may result in before starting the vehicle. An overheating and fire. internal thermostat in the plug end . Plug the cord into a of the cord will prevent engine three-prong electrical utility coolant heater operation at receptacle that is protected temperatures above −18 °C (0 °F). by a ground fault detection To Use the Engine Heater function. An ungrounded outlet could cause an 1. Turn off the engine. electric shock. 2. Remove the heater cord from (Continued) the rear compartment. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
188 Driving and Operating . Power Windows (during RAP Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) this functionality will be lost when any door is opened) . Use a weatherproof, . Before starting the vehicle, heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated unplug the cord, reattach . Sunroof (during RAP this extension cord if needed. the cover to the plug, and functionality will be lost when Failure to use the securely fasten the cord. any door is opened) recommended extension Keep the cord away from . Auxiliary Power Outlet cord in good operating any moving parts. condition, or using a . Audio System damaged heater or The length of time the heater should . OnStar System extension cord, could make remain plugged in depends on it overheat and cause a fire, several factors. Ask a dealer in the Shifting Into Park property damage, electric area where you will be parking the shock, and injury. vehicle for the best advice on this. { Warning . Do not operate the vehicle with the heater cord Retained Accessory It can be dangerous to get out of permanently attached to the Power (RAP) the vehicle if the shift lever is not vehicle. Possible heater fully in P (Park) with the parking cord and thermostat When the ignition is turned from on brake firmly set. The vehicle can damage could occur. to off, the following features (if roll. If you have left the engine . While in use, do not let the equipped) will continue to function running, the vehicle can move heater cord touch vehicle for up to 10 minutes, or until the suddenly. You or others could be parts or sharp edges. Never driver door is opened. These injured. To be sure the vehicle will close the hood on the features will also work when the not move, even when you are on ignition is in RUN or ACC/ heater cord. fairly level ground, use the steps ACCESSORY: (Continued) that follow. If you are pulling a . Infotainment System trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 254. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 189 To shift into P (Park): done properly and then it is difficult Warning (Continued) 1. Hold the brake pedal down and to shift out of P (Park). To prevent set the parking brake. See torque lock, set the parking brake can move suddenly. You or others and then shift into P (Park). To find Electric Parking Brake 0 205 could be injured. To be sure the for more information. out how, see “Shifting Into Park” vehicle will not move, even when listed previously. 2. Hold the button on the shift you are on fairly level ground, lever and push the lever toward always set the parking brake and If torque lock does occur, the the front of the vehicle into move the shift lever to P (Park). vehicle may need to be pushed uphill by another vehicle to relieve P (Park). See Shifting Into Park 0 188. the parking pawl pressure, so you If you are towing a trailer, see 3. Turn the ignition off. can shift out of P (Park). Driving Characteristics and Leaving the Vehicle with the Towing Tips 0 254. Engine Running Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): If you have to leave the vehicle with { Warning the engine running, the vehicle must 1. Apply the brake pedal. be in P (Park) and the parking 2. Turn the ignition on. It can be dangerous to leave the brake set. vehicle with the engine running. 3. Press the shift lever button. It could overheat and catch fire. Release the button and check that the shift lever cannot be moved out 4. Move the shift lever. It is dangerous to get out of the of P (Park). If you still are unable to shift out of vehicle if the shift lever is not fully P (Park): in P (Park) with the parking brake Torque Lock 1. Fully release the shift lever firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Torque lock is when the weight of button. Do not leave the vehicle when the the vehicle puts too much force on engine is running. If you have left the parking pawl in the 2. Hold the brake pedal down and the engine running, the vehicle transmission. This happens when press the shift lever button parking on a hill and shifting the again. (Continued) transmission into P (Park) is not 3. Move the shift lever. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
190 Driving and Operating If you still cannot move the shift If the vehicle is left parked and Engine Exhaust lever from P (Park), see your dealer running with the RKE transmitter for service. inside the vehicle, it will continue to run for up to an hour. { Warning Parking over Things The vehicle could turn off sooner if it Engine exhaust contains carbon That Burn is parked on a hill, due to lack of monoxide (CO), which cannot be available fuel. seen or smelled. Exposure to CO { Warning The timer will reset if the vehicle is can cause unconsciousness and taken out of P (Park) while it is even death. Things that can burn could touch running. hot exhaust parts under the Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: vehicle and ignite. Do not park . The vehicle idles in areas over papers, leaves, dry grass, with poor ventilation or other things that can burn. (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail Extended Parking pipes). It is best not to park with the vehicle . The exhaust smells or running. If the vehicle is left running, sounds strange or different. be sure it will not move and there is . The exhaust system leaks adequate ventilation. due to corrosion or damage. See Shifting Into Park 0 188 and . The vehicle exhaust system Engine Exhaust 0 190. has been modified, If the vehicle is left parked and damaged, or improperly running with the RKE transmitter repaired. outside the vehicle, it will continue (Continued) to run for up to half an hour. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 191 Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) Diesel Particulate While Parked Filter . There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from The exhaust system has a Diesel engine running. damage or aftermarket Particulate Filter (DPF) to reduce modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine vehicle emissions. On some completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to exhaust systems with a DPF, the be sure the vehicle will not move. exhaust cooler mixes air with the If unusual fumes are detected or See Shifting Into Park 0 188 and exhaust to lower the temperature if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 190. before it leaves the tailpipe. coming into the vehicle: If parking on a hill and pulling a The DPF, the tailpipe, and other . Drive it only with the trailer, see Driving Characteristics exhaust system components must windows completely down. and Towing Tips 0 254. not be altered. Inspect regularly and . Have the vehicle repaired clean any mud or dirt from the immediately. exhaust cooler, especially where the exhaust cooler connects to the Never park the vehicle with the tailpipe and the openings where engine running in an enclosed fresh air enters the cooler. area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air The DPF will clean itself as part of ventilation. normal operation. Several factors including fuel consumed, hours of engine operation, and miles driven are monitored by the Engine Control Module (ECM). The self-cleaning occurs approximately once per tank of fuel. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
192 Driving and Operating Vehicles with the DPF have specific fuel and engine oil requirements. { Warning Caution (Continued) See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 243 and During DPF self-cleaning or for messages and take Engine Oil 0 275. during extended idling in P (Park), appropriate action. Continued the exhaust system and exhaust idling with the warning light/ Caution gases are very hot. Things that message on could cause damage burn could touch hot exhaust to the DPF requiring repair and Damage can occur to the DPF parts under the vehicle and ignite. possible replacement that might components if the required Ultra You or others could be burned. not be covered by the vehicle Low Sulfur Diesel (15 ppm sulfur Do not park, or idle for an warranty. maximum) fuel and either CJ-4 or extended period of time, near or CK-4 engine oil are not used. over papers, leaves, dry grass, During self-cleaning there will be a This damage would not be or other things that can burn. change in the exhaust sound and covered by the vehicle warranty. Keep the exhaust area clear of engine idle speed. Along with this, a material that could ignite or burn. burning smell and reduction in fuel See Parking over Things That economy may be noticed. This is Under certain conditions, such as Burn 0 190. idling or very short trips, the normal. self-cleaning process has less If the vehicle is idled or driven on efficiency and cannot be completed. very short trips with the DPF To resolve this, continue driving Caution warning message on and the safely at a steady speed as close to exhaust filter is not cleaned as the posted speed limit as possible, Avoid extended idling because required, the malfunction indicator preferably without stopping, until the the DPF system is not capable of lamp and a DIC message will message turns off. This can take up self-cleaning at idle. During display. See your dealer. Also see to 30 minutes. extended idling, monitor the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check instrument cluster lights and DIC Engine Light) 0 114. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 193 If equipped with Power Manual regeneration can only be Take-Off (PTO), monitor the used when the DPF has become at { Warning instrument cluster for lights related least 90% full. At 100% full, it will to the DPF. attempt to automatically self-clean if Do not leave the vehicle during the regeneration. See Accessories and Modifications proper driving conditions are met. 0 267 if you are adding accessories The DPF will clean itself if the Make sure that there are no or modifying the vehicle. vehicle can be driven for about flammable materials near the 30 minutes. muffler, DPF, and exhaust pipe Manual Regeneration of Diesel A DIC message displays when which may result in a fire. Particulate Filter manual regeneration is possible. The temperature of exhaust This feature is only available on Scroll through the DIC pages to find gases is high enough to burn you. Fleet and Commercial vehicles. the Exhaust Cleaning menu. You and others could be seriously To verify that the vehicle has this Depending on whether the vehicle injured. feature, refer to the Vehicle Service has a base or uplevel cluster, it may be under the Settings menu. Parts Identification label (SPID) for Before starting manual RPO code FPF or see If the vehicle cannot be stopped regeneration, make sure all of the www.gmupfitter.com to contact the when the DIC message first following safety conditions are met: GM Upfitter Integration Group. indicates cleaning is available, . The vehicle is parked on level If equipped, this feature allows for automatic self-cleaning may have begun. If conditions cannot be met ground, away from any manual cleaning/regeneration of the flammable materials. DPF when it is unable to clean for self-cleaning to complete, and itself. It may be necessary to manual regeneration is selected, it . The vehicle is parked outdoors, perform manual regeneration if may take up to four minutes for the away from any walls or driving conditions — such as system to switch to manual buildings. extended slow speed, stop-and-go regeneration. When the switch . The vehicle is at least 3 m (10 ft) traffic, extended idling, short drive occurs, a DIC message prompts to from any obstructions or cycles, or stationary PTO operation start the cleaning process. materials that may combust — prevent DPF self-cleaning. or melt. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
194 Driving and Operating . The shift lever is in P (Park). has not been met, see vehicle until the exhaust has had . The fuel tank is at least www.gmupfitter.com to contact the time to cool. Manual regeneration one-eighth full. GM Upfitter Integration Group. can be canceled at any time by pressing the brake pedal or by . All fluids are at the proper level. Continue to follow the instructions in the DIC messages. Hold the turning the engine off. Unusual . No diagnostic trouble codes exhaust brake switch on the center noises may be heard if regeneration have been set, and the stack below the climate controls for is interrupted. malfunction indicator lamp is more than three seconds, and then not on. release it, to begin the regeneration . The engine coolant temperature process. is above 71 °C (160 °F). If the EXHAUST BRAKE ON After making sure all safety message displays, then the switch conditions have been met, press the was released too soon. Press it trip odometer reset stem or again to turn off the exhaust brake, thumbwheel on the steering wheel then try again when the DIC for at least one second to select message prompts. Start on the infotainment display. When manual regeneration begins, Follow the instructions in the DIC the engine speed increases, the messages. Touch ACCEPT to engine cooling fan sound increases, acknowledge that all of these safety and a DIC message indicates that conditions have been met and to cleaning is in progress. activate regeneration. A DIC message will display when If the infotainment display returns to cleaning is complete. Cleaning the previous screen, then one or could take up to 30 minutes. Upon more of the necessary safety completion, the engine will return to conditions has not been met. If you normal idle, but exhaust cannot determine which condition components will remain hot for several minutes. Do not move the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 195 Diesel Exhaust Fluid It is normal to hear the DEF system Filling the DEF Tank purge fluid back into the tank after the vehicle is shut off. { Warning Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid Avoid getting Diesel Exhaust DEF can be purchased at your Fluid (DEF) on your skin or in dealer. It can also be purchased at your eyes as it could cause authorized vehicle and truck irritation. For more safety, dealerships. Additionally, some handling, and storage information, diesel truck fueling stations or see the Diesel Exhaust Fluid retailers may have DEF for container label. purchase. For vehicles with an active OnStar or connected services Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is used plan, OnStar can help to locate a DEF retailer. See Customer with diesel engines to reduce the 0 amount of regulated emissions Assistance Offices 379 for phone Caution produced. Products such as AdBlue numbers to assist in contacting a GM dealer. See Recommended Use only DEF that is GM are types of DEF, and are approved 0 for use in the vehicle as long as Fluids and Lubricants 369. approved, or fluid containing the they have an API certification label API certified or ISO 22241 label. or meet ISO 22241.The fluid level in The use of other fluids could the DEF tank must be maintained damage the system, requiring for the vehicle to run properly. DEF costly repairs that will not be is not a fuel additive. DEF should covered by the vehicle warranty. not be mixed with or added to diesel fuel. DEF freezes when exposed to temperatures below −11 °C (12 ° F). Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
196 Driving and Operating In certain cold conditions, it is before the EXHAUST FLUID Caution possible to find some frozen DEF in EMPTY REFILL NOW message the DEF fill pipe opening. If this appears, it may take several km/mi Do not mix fuel with DEF, and do condition prevents the filling of a for the DIC message to update. not put DEF in the fuel tank. This DEF tank, place the vehicle in a If the vehicle speed has been could lead to costly repairs that warm garage overnight. might not be covered by the limited and DEF has been added, it vehicle warranty. For information on how to fill the may take up to 30 seconds after DEF tank, see Filling the Tank engine start with the vehicle (Gasoline) 0 250 or stopped for the EXHAUST FLUID It is recommended to fill the DEF Filling the Tank (Diesel) 0 251. EMPTY REFILL NOW message to tank on level ground and when the clear. If the vehicle is driven prior to vehicle is not running. When adding Exhaust Fluid Low the DIC message clearing, the fluid, it is recommended to fill the A full DEF tank will last for several vehicle speed will still be limited. DEF tank. thousand kilometers (miles), If the DIC message clears while depending on vehicle usage. As the driving, the speed limitation will be Caution exhaust fluid level drops, warnings removed gradually. will automatically be displayed in the If DEF is added under freezing Do not overfill the DEF tank and DIC. Exhaust fluid level status is conditions, additional time may be do not allow DEF to contact the available in the DIC. See “Diesel required to remove speed limitations finished surfaces of the vehicle, Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level (Diesel and it may require less fluid to fill as it could damage the vehicle Engine Only)” in Driver Information the DEF tank. finish. If DEF is spilled during Center (DIC) (Base Level and filling, wipe any affected surface Midlevel) 0 123 or The DIC message EXHAUST with a damp cloth. Driver Information Center (DIC) FLUID RANGE: XXXX km (mi) (Uplevel) 0 129. displays at approximately 1 600 km (1,000 mi) of fluid range remaining. Do not top off the DEF tank. If using To avoid vehicle speed limitations, This message appears again at a bottle or jug to refill DEF, follow the DEF tank should be refilled at approximately 500 km (300 mi) of the instructions on the container the first opportunity after a low remaining range before the exhaust label and use a dedicated fill aid. warning indication. If DEF is added fluid tank becomes empty. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 197 Below 500 km (300 mi) of range After the transition to 104 KM/h When the mileage countdown is remaining, these messages will (65 MPH) is complete, the DIC zero, the DIC message EXHAUST appear every time the vehicle is message EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY FLUID EMPTY REFILL NOW - started. REFILL NOW - SPEED LIMITED TRANSITIONING TO 8 KM/H Below 121 km (75 mi) of range TO 104 KM/H (65 MPH) – 120 KM (5 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. remaining, the DIC message (75 MI) UNTIL 88 KM/H (55 MPH) A flashing warning light and a chime EXHAUST FLUID LOW SPEED MAX SPEED displays. The also come on. Vehicle speed will be LIMITED SOON displays. This displayed mileage will decrease as reduced to a maximum speed limit message will display every time the driving continues. A warning light of 8 km/h (5 mph). vehicle is started. and a chime also come on. After the transition to 8 km/h (5 mph) If these warnings are ignored and When the mileage countdown is is complete, the DIC message the DEF tank becomes empty, the zero, the DIC message EXHAUST EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY REFILL DIC message EXHAUST FLUID FLUID EMPTY REFILL NOW - NOW - SPEED LIMITED TO 8 KM/ EMPTY REFILL NOW - 563 KM TRANSITIONING TO 88 KM/H H (5 MPH) displays. A flashing (350 MI) UNTIL 104 KM/H (65 MPH) (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. warning light and a chime also MAX SPEED displays. The A flashing warning light and a chime come on. displayed mileage will decrease as also come on. Vehicle speed will be Add at least 7.6 L (2 gal) of fluid to driving continues. A warning light reduced to a maximum speed limit release the vehicle from speed also comes on. of 88 KM/h (55 MPH). limitation from a very low or When the mileage countdown is After the transition to 88 KM/h empty tank. zero, the DIC message EXHAUST (55 MPH) is complete, the DIC See Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) FLUID EMPTY REFILL NOW - message EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY Warning Light 0 122 and TRANSITIONING TO 104 KM/H REFILL NOW - SPEED LIMITED Recommended Fluids and (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. TO 88 KM/H (55 MPH) – 120 KM Lubricants 0 369. A warning light and a chime also (75 MI) UNTIL 8 KM/H (5 MPH) MAX come on. Vehicle speed will be SPEED displays. The displayed Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor reduced to a maximum speed limit mileage will decrease as driving Use only exhaust fluid that is GM of 104 KM/h (65 MPH). continues. A flashing warning light approved, or fluid containing the API and a chime also come on. certified or ISO 22241 label. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
198 Driving and Operating All DEF has an expiration date. QUALITY POOR - SEE OWNERS When the mileage countdown is If the system detects poor quality, MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED zero, a DIC message EXHAUST or contaminated or diluted DEF, the TO 104 KM/H (65 MPH) – 120 KM FLUID QUALITY POOR - SEE DIC message EXHAUST FLUID (75 MI) UNTIL 88 KM/H (55 MPH) OWNERS MANUAL NOW - QUALITY POOR - SEE OWNERS MAX SPEED displays. The TRANSITIONING TO 8 KM/H (5 MANUAL NOW – 160 KM (99 MI) displayed mileage will decrease as MPH) MAX SPEED displays. UNTIL 104 KM/H (65 MPH) MAX driving continues. A warning light A flashing warning light and a chime SPEED displays. The displayed and a chime also come on. also come on. Vehicle speed will be mileage will decrease as driving When the mileage countdown is reduced to a maximum speed limit continues. A warning light also zero, the DIC message EXHAUST of 8 km/h (5 mph). comes on. Adding fresh DEF to the FLUID QUALITY POOR - SEE After the transition to 8 km/h (5 mph) system may resolve the problem, OWNERS MANUAL NOW - is complete, a DIC message depending on several factors. If the TRANSITIONING TO 88 KM/H EXHAUST FLUID QUALITY POOR DIC message persists, see your (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. - SEE OWNERS MANUAL NOW - dealer or additional DIC messages A flashing warning light and a chime SPEED LIMITED TO 8 KM/H may display. also come on. Vehicle speed will be (5MPH) displays. A flashing warning When the mileage countdown is reduced to a maximum speed limit light and a chime also come on. zero, a DIC message EXHAUST of 88 km/h (55 mph). Service Exhaust Fluid System FLUID QUALITY POOR - SEE After the transition to 88 km/h OWNERS MANUAL NOW - (55 mph) is complete, a DIC If a problem occurs with the DEF TRANSITIONING TO 104 KM/H message EXHAUST FLUID system, the DIC message SERVICE (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. QUALITY POOR - SEE OWNERS EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE A warning light and a chime also MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED OWNERS MANUAL NOW – 160 KM come on. Vehicle speed will be (99 MI) UNTIL 104 KM/H (65 MPH) TO 88 KM/H (55 MPH) – 120 KM reduced to a maximum speed limit (75 MI) UNTIL 8 KM/H (5 MPH) MAX MAX SPEED displays. The of 104 km/h (65 mph). SPEED displays. The displayed displayed mileage will decrease as After the transition to 104 km/h mileage will decrease as driving driving continues. A warning light (65 mph) is complete, the DIC continues. A flashing warning light also comes on. In some cases this message EXHAUST FLUID and a chime also come on. message will clear itself, indicating that the DEF system was able to Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 199 correct the condition. If the DIC TRANSITIONING TO 88 KM/H After the transition to 8 km/h (5 mph) message persists, see your dealer (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. is complete, the DIC message or additional DIC messages may A flashing warning light and a chime SERVICE EXHAUST FLUID display. also come on. Vehicle speed will be SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS When the mileage countdown is reduced down to a maximum speed MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED zero, the DIC message SERVICE limit of 88 km/h (55 mph). TO 8 KM/H (5 MPH) displays. EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE After the transition to 88 km/h A flashing warning light and a chime OWNERS MANUAL NOW - (55 mph) is complete, the DIC also come on. TRANSITIONING TO 104 KM/H message SERVICE EXHAUST Service Emission System (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. FLUID SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS A warning light and a chime also MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED If a problem occurs with the vehicle emission system, the DIC message come on. Vehicle speed will be TO 88 KM/H (55 MPH) – 120 KM reduced to a maximum speed limit (75 MI) UNTIL 8 KM/H (5 MPH) MAX SERVICE EMISSION SYSTEM - of 104 km/h (65 mph). SPEED displays. The displayed SEE OWNERS MANUAL NOW – mileage will decrease as driving 282 KM (175 MI) UNTIL 104 KM/H After the transition to 104 km/h (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. (65 mph) is complete, a DIC continues. A flashing warning light and a chime also come on. The displayed mileage will decrease message SERVICE EXHAUST as driving continues. In some cases FLUID SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS When the mileage countdown is this message will clear itself, MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED zero, the DIC message SERVICE indicating that the emission system TO 104 KM/H (65 MPH) – 120 KM EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE was able to correct the condition. (75 MI) UNTIL 88 KM/H (55 MPH) OWNERS MANUAL NOW - If the DIC message persists, see MAX SPEED displays. The TRANSITIONING TO 8 KM/H (5 your dealer or additional DIC displayed mileage will decrease as MPH) MAX SPEED displays. messages may display. driving continues. A warning light A flashing warning light and a chime and a chime also come on. also come on. Vehicle speed will be When the mileage countdown is reduced to a maximum speed limit zero, the DIC message SERVICE of 8 km/h (5 mph). EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS MANUAL NOW - Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
200 Driving and Operating When the mileage countdown is When the mileage countdown is Automatic zero, the DIC message SERVICE zero, the DIC message SERVICE EMISSION SYSTEM - SEE EMISSION SYSTEM - SEE Transmission OWNERS MANUAL NOW - OWNERS MANUAL NOW - TRANSITIONING TO 104 KM/H TRANSITIONING TO 88 KM/H (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. A chime also comes on. Vehicle A chime also comes on. Vehicle speed will be reduced to a speed will be reduced to a maximum speed limit of 104 km/h maximum speed limit of 88 km/h (65 mph). (55 mph). After the transition to 104 km/h After the transition to 88 km/h (65 mph) is complete, the DIC (55 mph) is complete, the DIC message SERVICE EMISSION message SERVICE EMISSION SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED TO 104 KM/H (65 MPH) – 120 KM TO 88 KM/H (55 MPH) displays. (75 MI) UNTIL 88 KM/H (55 MPH) A chime also comes on. MAX SPEED displays. The P: This position locks the front displayed mileage will decrease as wheels. Use P (Park) when starting driving continues. A chime also the engine because the vehicle comes on. cannot move easily.
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It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 201 press the shift lever button and Warning (Continued) move the shift lever into another { Warning gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 189. Do not leave the vehicle when the Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running. If you have left R: Use this gear to back up. engine is running at high speed is the engine running, the vehicle dangerous. Unless your foot is can move suddenly. You or others Caution firmly on the brake pedal, the could be injured. To be sure the vehicle could move very rapidly. vehicle will not move, even when Shifting to R (Reverse) while the You could lose control and hit you are on fairly level ground, vehicle is moving forward could people or objects. Do not shift always set the parking brake and damage the transmission. The into a drive gear while the engine move the shift lever to P (Park). repairs would not be covered by is running at high speed. See Shifting Into Park 0 188 and the vehicle warranty. Shift to Driving Characteristics and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle Towing Tips 0 254. is stopped. Caution
The vehicle has an automatic To rock the vehicle back and forth to Shifting out of P (Park) or transmission shift lock control get out of snow, ice, or sand without N (Neutral) with the engine system. You must fully apply the damaging the transmission, see If 0 running at high speed may regular brake first and then press the Vehicle Is Stuck 175. damage the transmission. The the shift lever button before shifting N: In this position, the engine does repairs would not be covered by from P (Park) when the ignition is not connect with the wheels. To the vehicle warranty. Be sure the on. If you cannot shift out of restart the engine when the vehicle engine is not running at high P (Park), ease pressure on the shift is already moving, use speed when shifting the vehicle. lever, then push the shift lever all N (Neutral) only. the way into P (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
202 Driving and Operating . When driving in hot Caution Caution temperatures or at high altitude. A transmission hot message may Spinning the tires or holding the Manual Mode display if the automatic vehicle in one place on a hill transmission fluid is too hot. using only the accelerator pedal Electronic Range Select Driving under this condition can may damage the transmission. (ERS) Mode damage the vehicle. Stop and idle The repair will not be covered by the engine to cool the automatic the vehicle warranty. If the vehicle ERS or manual mode allows for the selection of the range of gear transmission fluid. This message is stuck, do not spin the tires. positions. Use this mode when clears when the transmission fluid When stopping on a hill, use the driving downhill or towing a trailer to has cooled sufficiently. brakes to hold the vehicle in limit the top gear and vehicle speed. place. The shift position indicator within the D: This position is for normal Driver Information Center (DIC) will driving. If more power is needed for L: Allows the driver to select the display a number next to the L passing, press the accelerator range of gear positions. See Manual indicating the highest available gear pedal down. Mode 0 202. under manual mode and the driving conditions when manual mode was Operating Modes Caution selected. The transmission may operate in a To use this feature: If the vehicle does not shift gears, lower gear than normal to improve the transmission could be vehicle performance. The engine 1. Move the shift lever to damaged. Have the vehicle speed may be higher and there may L (Manual Mode). serviced right away. be an increase in noise during the following conditions: . When climbing a grade. . When driving downhill. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 203 4 (Fourth) gears are shifted Tow/Haul Mode automatically. To shift to 5 (Fifth) gear, press the + (Plus) button or shift into D (Drive). L (Manual Mode) will prevent shifting to a lower gear range if the engine speed is too high. If vehicle speed is not reduced within the time allowed, the lower gear range shift will not be completed. Slow the vehicle, then press the − (Minus) button to the desired lower gear 2. Press the plus/minus button on range. the shift lever, to increase or While using the ERS, cruise control decrease the gear range can be used. This feature can assist when towing available. or hauling a heavy load. When shifting to L (Manual Mode), _ : Select Tow/Haul Mode by the transmission will shift to a preset pressing the button on the center lower gear range. For this preset console. Mode availability is range, the highest gear available is dependent upon vehicle trim level, displayed next to the L in the DIC. region, and optional features. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level and Midlevel) 0 123 or When Tow/Haul is activated, the Driver Information Center (DIC) Tow/Haul symbol will come on in the (Uplevel) 0 129 for more instrument cluster. A Tow/Haul ON information. All gears below that message will also appear in the number are available to use. For DIC. Tow/Haul will remain active example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, 1 (First) through Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
204 Driving and Operating until the next key cycle. See Driving Drive Systems A system off message displays Characteristics and Towing Tips when there is a temporary condition 0 254. making the AWD system All-Wheel Drive unavailable. The vehicle will run in Automatic Engine Grade Vehicles with this feature can two-wheel drive. Braking operate in All-Wheel This could be caused by: Automatic Engine Grade Braking Drive (AWD) Mode. assists when driving downhill. . A compact spare tire on the The AWD system delivers power to vehicle. It maintains vehicle speed by all four wheels and the system automatically implementing a shift adjusts as needed to improve . AWD system overheat. pattern that uses the engine and the traction. . Loss of wheel or vehicle speed. transmission to slow the vehicle. The system will automatically Press the AWD switch on the center . Certain other vehicle electrical command downshifts to reduce console to activate the system. The conditions. AWD light will flash briefly while the vehicle speed. The normal shift The message turns off when the pattern will return once the vehicle system is engaging and stay lit to indicate AWD is active. Press the compact spare tire is replaced by a is on a low grade or when the full-size tire, the differential fluid accelerator pedal is pressed. switch again to disable the system. The light will flash briefly while the cools, or the above conditions are While in the Electronic Range system disables and then stay off. no longer present and the warning Select (ERS) mode, grade braking message is reset. is deactivated, allowing the driver to The AWD Mode will stay selected until the mode is changed. To reset the warning message select a range and limiting the manually, turn the ignition off and highest gear available. Grade When operated in two-wheel drive, then back on again after braking is available for normal the vehicle will deliver power to the 30 seconds. If the message stays driving and in Tow/Haul Mode. front wheels only and may provide on, see your dealer. See Automatic Transmission 0 200. better fuel economy. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 205 Brakes ABS does not change the time Electric Parking Brake needed to get a foot on the brake pedal and does not always Antilock Brake decrease stopping distance. If you System (ABS) get too close to the vehicle ahead, there will not be enough time to The Antilock Brake System (ABS) apply the brakes if that vehicle helps prevent a braking skid and suddenly slows or stops. Always maintain steering while leave enough room ahead to stop, braking hard. even with ABS. ABS performs a system check when the vehicle is first driven. Using ABS A momentary motor or clicking noise Do not pump the brakes. Just hold may be heard while this test is going the brake pedal down firmly. on, and the brake pedal may move Hearing or feeling ABS operate is slightly. This is normal. normal. The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) can always be activated, even if the Braking in Emergencies ignition is off. To prevent draining ABS allows steering and braking at the battery, avoid repeated cycles of the same time. In many the EPB when the engine is not emergencies, steering can help running. even more than braking. The system has a Y or PARK 8 If there is a problem with ABS, this Electric Parking Brake light and a warning light stays on. See Antilock Service Parking Brake light or Brake System (ABS) Warning Light message. See Electric Parking 0 0 117. Brake Light 117 and Service Electric Parking Brake Light 0 117. There are also parking brake-related Driver Information Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
206 Driving and Operating Center (DIC) messages. In case of Do not drive the vehicle if the Y or If the EPB fails to apply, the rear insufficient electrical power, the EPB PARK light is flashing. See your wheels should be blocked to cannot be applied or released. dealer. See Electric Parking Brake prevent vehicle movement. Before leaving the vehicle, check for Light 0 117. EPB Release Y the or PARK light to ensure that If the 8 Service Parking Brake light To release the EPB: the parking brake is applied. or message is on or the Y or 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ EPB Apply PARK light flashes when the ignition ACCESSORY. is turned on, pull the EPB switch. To apply the EPB: Continue to hold the switch until 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a the Y or PARK light remains on. complete stop. 3. Press the EPB switch If the 8 Service Parking Brake light momentarily. 2. Pull the EPB switch or message remains on, see your momentarily. dealer. The EPB is released when the Y The Y or PARK light will flash and If the EPB switch is pulled while the or PARK light is off. then stay on once the EPB is fully vehicle is moving, the vehicle will If the 8 Service Parking Brake light decelerate as long as the switch is applied. If the Y or PARK light or message is on, release the EPB pulled. If the switch is pulled until flashes continuously, then the EPB by pressing and holding the EPB the vehicle comes to a stop, the is only partially applied, the vehicle switch. Continue to hold the switch EPB will remain applied. is in Service Mode, or there is a until the Y or PARK light is off. problem with the EPB. A DIC The EPB applies automatically If either light stays on after release message will display. Release the when shifting to P (Park) on a steep is attempted, see your dealer. EPB switch and try to apply it again. incline. The EPB releases as soon If the light does not come on, as the vehicle is shifted out of or keeps flashing, have the vehicle P (Park) and the vehicle serviced. accelerates. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 207 Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Caution Brake Assist detects rapid brake Driving with the parking brake on pedal applications due to { Warning can overheat the brake system emergency braking situations and and cause premature wear or provides additional braking to Do not rely on the HSA feature. damage to brake system parts. activate the Antilock Brake System HSA does not replace the need to Make sure that the parking brake (ABS) if the brake pedal is not pay attention and drive safely. is fully released and the brake pushed hard enough to activate You may not hear or feel alerts or warning light is off before driving. ABS normally. Minor noise, brake warnings provided by this system. pedal pulsation, and/or pedal Failure to use proper care when movement during this time may driving may result in injury, death, Automatic EPB Release occur. Continue to apply the brake or vehicle damage. See Avoid rapid acceleration when the pedal as the driving situation Defensive Driving 0 165. EPB is applied, to preserve parking dictates. Brake Assist disengages when the brake pedal is released. brake lining life. When the vehicle is stopped on a The EPB will automatically release grade, Hill Start Assist (HSA) when the engine is running, the prevents the vehicle from rolling in transmission is placed into gear, an unintended direction during the and an attempt is made to drive transition from brake pedal release away by pressing the accelerator to accelerator pedal apply. The pedal. brakes release when the accelerator pedal is applied. HSA brake hold If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle duration may be selectable. is pulling a trailer, see Driving Standard Hold automatically Characteristics and Towing Tips releases the brakes after a few 0 254. seconds. Extended Hold applies the Electric Parking Brake if the accelerator pedal is not applied within a few minutes. If hold Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
208 Driving and Operating duration is selectable, see Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the "Extended Hill Start Assist" in driver in keeping the vehicle on the 0 Vehicle Personalization 134. The Traction Control/ intended path. brakes may also release under If cruise control is being used and other conditions. Do not rely on Electronic Stability TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to HSA to hold the vehicle. Control limit wheel spin, cruise control will HSA is available when the vehicle is disengage. Cruise control may be facing uphill in a forward gear, System Operation turned back on when road or when facing downhill in The vehicle has a Traction Control conditions allow. R (Reverse). The vehicle must System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/ Both systems come on come to a complete stop on a grade Electronic Stability Control (ESC), automatically when the vehicle is for HSA to activate. an electronic stability control started and begins to move. The system. These systems help limit systems may be heard or felt while wheel slip and assist the driver in they are operating or while maintaining control, especially on performing diagnostic checks. This slippery road conditions. is normal and does not mean there TCS activates if it senses that any is a problem with the vehicle. of the drive wheels are spinning or It is recommended to leave both beginning to lose traction. When this systems on for normal driving happens, TCS applies the brakes to conditions, but it may be necessary the spinning wheels and reduces to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets engine power to limit wheel spin. stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 175 vehicle senses a difference between and “Turning the Systems Off and the intended path and the direction On” later in this section. the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 209 If d comes on and stays on: TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC can be turned off or on using the DIC 1. Stop the vehicle. controls as follows: 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster. This Drive the vehicle. If d comes on light will: and stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. . Flash when TCS is limiting If the condition persists, see your wheel spin dealer. . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated Turning the Systems Off and On (Uplevel Cluster) . Turn on and stay on when either system is not working Caution If either system fails to turn on or to Press o or p to scroll to the activate, a message displays in the Do not repeatedly brake or Options application. Driver Information Center (DIC), and accelerate heavily when TCS is Press or to scroll through the d comes on and stays on to w x off. The vehicle driveline could be items in the Options menu. indicate that the system is inactive damaged. and is not assisting the driver in Press V to select the Traction and maintaining control. The vehicle is V safe to drive, but driving should be At speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or Stability page, then press to adjusted accordingly. above, this ability to turn off or on is select the menu. Use w or x to disabled. select Traction (TCS) or Stability (ESC). Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
210 Driving and Operating To turn TCS off, select Traction, TCS icons on the DIC will change then press V. The TCS icon on the from Off to On and g and i go out DIC will change from On to Off and in the instrument cluster. i illuminates in the instrument Adding accessories can affect the cluster. vehicle performance. See To turn TCS back on, select Accessories and Modifications Traction, then press V. The TCS 0 267. icon on the DIC will change from Off Turning the Systems Off and to On and i goes out in the On (Midlevel Cluster) instrument cluster. TCS cannot be on when StabiliTrak/ESC is off. Caution To turn StabiliTrak/ESC off, select Press o to access the cluster Do not repeatedly brake or Stability, then press V. The applications. Use or to scroll accelerate heavily when TCS is w x StabiliTrak/ESC icon on the DIC will through the list of available off. The vehicle driveline could be change from On to Off. If TCS was applications. damaged. on when StabiliTrak/ESC was V turned off, both will turn off and i Press to select the Options and g illuminate. At speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or application, then press p to enter above, this ability to turn off or on is the Options menu. Use w or x to To turn StabiliTrak/ESC back on, disabled. V scroll through items in the select Stability then press . The TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC can be Options menu. StabiliTrak/ESC icon on the DIC will turned off or on using the DIC Press V to select the Traction and change from Off to On and g goes controls as follows: out in the instrument cluster. Stability page, then press p to To turn both StabiliTrak/ESC and select Traction menu. Use w or x TCS back on, select Traction, then to select Traction (TCS) or Stability (ESC). press V. The StabiliTrak/ESC and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 211 To turn TCS off, select Traction, TCS icons on the DIC will change then press V. The TCS icon on the from Off to On and g and i go out DIC will change from On to Off and in the instrument cluster. i illuminates in the instrument Adding accessories can affect the cluster. vehicle performance. See To turn TCS back on, select Accessories and Modifications Traction, then press V. The TCS 0 267. icon on the DIC will change from Off Turning the Systems Off and to On and i goes out in the On (Base Level DIC) instrument cluster. TCS cannot be on when StabiliTrak/ESC is off. Caution To turn StabiliTrak/ESC off, select Press o or p to select VEHICLE Do not repeatedly brake or Stability, then press V. The menu, then use or to scroll accelerate heavily when TCS is w x StabiliTrak/ESC icon on the DIC will through the menu items to select off. The vehicle driveline could be change from On to Off. If TCS was TCS/StabiliTrak/ESC. damaged. on when StabiliTrak/ESC was V turned off, both will turn off and i Press to enter TCS/StabiliTrak/ and g illuminate. At speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or ESC, and then use w or x to above, this ability to turn off or on is select TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC. To turn StabiliTrak/ESC back on, disabled. To turn TCS off, select TCS, then select Stability then press V. The TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC can be press V. i will illuminate in the StabiliTrak/ESC icon on the DIC will turned off or on using the DIC instrument cluster. change from Off to On and g goes controls as follows: out in the instrument cluster. To turn TCS back on, select TCS, then press V. i goes out in the To turn both StabiliTrak/ESC and TCS back on, select Traction, then instrument cluster. TCS cannot be on when StabiliTrak/ESC is off. press V. The StabiliTrak/ESC and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
212 Driving and Operating To turn StabiliTrak off, select Cruise Control automatically disengage. See StabiliTrak/ESC, then press V. Traction Control/Electronic Stability 0 If TCS was on when StabiliTrak/ The cruise control lets the vehicle Control 208. If a collision alert ESC was turned off, both will turn maintain a speed of about 40 km/h occurs when cruise control is (25 mph) or more without keeping activated, cruise control is off and i and illuminate in the g your foot on the accelerator. Cruise disengaged. See Forward Collision instrument cluster. control does not work at speeds Alert (FCA) System 0 230. When To turn StabiliTrak/ESC back on, below 40 km/h (25 mph). road conditions allow you to safely select StabiliTrak/ESC then press use it again, cruise control can be V. g goes out in the instrument { Warning turned back on. cluster. Cruise control will disengage if To turn both StabiliTrak/ESC and Cruise control can be dangerous either TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC is TCS back on, select Traction, then where you cannot drive safely at turned off. a steady speed. Do not use press V. and i go out in the g cruise control on winding roads or If the brakes are applied, cruise instrument cluster. in heavy traffic. control disengages. Adding accessories can affect the Cruise control can be dangerous vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on slippery roads. On such roads, 0 267. fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
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Driving and Operating 213 5 : Press to turn the cruise control 2. Get up to the desired speed. Increasing Speed While Using system on and off. A white indicator 3. Press and release -SET. The Cruise Control comes on in the instrument cluster desired set speed briefly If the cruise control system is when cruise is turned on. appears in the instrument already activated: * : Press to disengage cruise cluster. . Press and hold +RES until the control without erasing the set 4. Remove your foot from the vehicle accelerates to the speed from memory. accelerator pedal. desired speed, then release it. +RES : If there is a set speed in The cruise control indicator on the . To increase the speed in small memory, press briefly to resume that instrument cluster turns green after increments, briefly press +RES. speed or press and hold to cruise control has been set to the For each press, the vehicle goes accelerate. If cruise control is desired speed. See Instrument about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. already active, use to increase 0 Cluster (Base and Midlevel) 102 The speedometer reading can be vehicle speed. or 0 displayed in either English or metric −SET : Press briefly to set the Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 106. units. See Instrument Cluster (Base speed and activate cruise control. Resuming a Set Speed and Midlevel) 0 102 or If cruise control is already active, Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 106. use to decrease vehicle speed. If the cruise control is set at a The increment value used depends desired speed and then the brakes on the units displayed. Setting Cruise Control are applied or * is pressed, the Reducing Speed While Using If 5 is on when not in use, -SET or cruise control is disengaged without Cruise Control +RES could get bumped and go into erasing the set speed from memory. cruise when not desired. Keep 5 Once the vehicle speed reaches If the cruise control system is off when cruise is not being used. about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, already activated: briefly press +RES. The vehicle To set a speed: . Press and hold -SET until the returns to the previous set speed. desired lower speed is reached, 1. Press 5 to turn the cruise then release it. system on. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
214 Driving and Operating . To slow down in small the hills. When going up steep hills, Adaptive Cruise Control increments, briefly press -SET. you might have to step on the For each press, the vehicle goes accelerator pedal to maintain the If equipped, Adaptive Cruise Control about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. vehicle speed. When going (ACC) allows the cruise control set downhill, you might have to brake or speed and following gap to be The speedometer reading can be selected. Read this entire section displayed in either English or metric shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. If the brake pedal is before using this system. The units. See Instrument Cluster (Base following gap is the following time 0 applied, cruise control will and Midlevel) 102 or between your vehicle and a vehicle 0 disengage. Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 106. detected directly ahead in your path, The increment value used depends Ending Cruise Control moving in the same direction. If no on the units displayed. There are four ways to end cruise vehicle is detected in your path, Passing Another Vehicle While control: ACC works like regular cruise Using Cruise Control control. ACC uses a windshield . Step lightly on the brake pedal. mounted front camera sensor. Use the accelerator pedal to * increase the vehicle speed. When . Press . If a vehicle is detected in your path, you take your foot off the pedal, the . Shift the transmission to ACC can apply acceleration or vehicle will slow down to the N (Neutral). limited, moderate braking to previous set cruise speed. While maintain the selected following gap. pressing the accelerator pedal or . To turn off cruise control, To disengage ACC, apply the brake. shortly following the release to press 5. If ACC is controlling the vehicle override cruise control, briefly speed when the Traction Control Erasing Speed Memory pressing -SET will result in cruise System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ control set to the current vehicle The cruise control set speed is Electronic Stability Control (ESC) speed. erased from memory if 5 is pressed system activates, ACC may or if the ignition is turned off. automatically disengage. See Using Cruise Control on Hills Traction Control/Electronic Stability How well the cruise control works Control 0 208. When road on hills depends upon the vehicle conditions allow ACC to be safely speed, load, and the steepness of used, ACC can be turned back on. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 215 Disabling the TCS or StabiliTrak/ ESC system will disengage and { Warning Warning (Continued) prevent engagement of ACC. ACC will not detect or brake for . On slippery roads where ACC can reduce the need for you to children, pedestrians, animals, fast changes in tire traction frequently brake and accelerate, or other objects. can cause excessive especially when used on wheel slip expressways, freeways, and Do not use ACC when: . With extremely heavy cargo interstate highways. When used on . On winding and hilly roads other roads, you may need to take loaded in the cargo area or or when the camera sensor rear seat over the control of braking or is blocked by snow, ice, acceleration more often. or dirt. The system may not . When towing a trailer detect a vehicle ahead. { Warning Keep the windshield and headlamps clean. ACC has limited braking ability . When visibility is poor due and may not have time to slow to rain, snow, fog, dirt, the vehicle down enough to avoid insect residue, or dust; a collision with another vehicle when other foreign objects you are following. This can occur obscure the camera’s view; when vehicles suddenly slow or or when the vehicle in front stop ahead, or enter your lane. or oncoming traffic causes Also see “Alerting the Driver” later additional environmental in this section. Complete attention obstructions, such as road is always required while driving spray. ACC performance is and you should be ready to take limited under these action and apply the brakes. See conditions. Defensive Driving 0 165. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
216 Driving and Operating J : Press to turn the system on or The speedometer reading can be indicator will be lit on the instrument off. The indicator turns white on the displayed in either English or metric cluster; the following gap will not instrument cluster when ACC is units. See Instrument Cluster (Base display. 0 turned on. and Midlevel) 102 or When the vehicle is turned on, the Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 106. RES+ : Press briefly to resume the cruise control mode will be set to The increment value used depends the last mode used before the previous set speed or to increase on the units displayed. vehicle speed if ACC is already vehicle was turned off. activated. To increase speed by Switching Between ACC and about 1 km/h (1 mph), press RES+ Regular Cruise Control { Warning briefly. To increase speed to the To switch between ACC and regular next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the Always check the cruise control cruise control, press and hold * speedometer, hold RES+. . indicator on the instrument cluster A Driver Information Display (DIC) to determine which mode cruise SET : Press briefly to set the – message displays. See Vehicle control is in before using the speed and activate ACC or to Messages 0 133. decrease vehicle speed if ACC is feature. If ACC is not active, the already activated. To decrease vehicle will not automatically speed by about 1 km/h (1 mph), brake for other vehicles, which press SET– briefly. To decrease could cause a crash if the brakes speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) are not applied manually. You and mark on the speedometer, others could be seriously injured hold SET–. ACC Indicator Regular Cruise or killed. * : Press to disengage ACC Control Indicator without erasing the selected set speed. When ACC is engaged, a green o [ : Press to select a following gap indicator will be lit on the instrument setting for ACC of Far, Medium, cluster and the following gap will be or Near. displayed. When the regular cruise control is engaged, a green J Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 217 Setting Adaptive Cruise Control A green ACC indicator and the set speed display on the instrument If J is on when not in use, SET–/ cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator RES+ could be pressed by mistake may be flashing if a vehicle ahead and engage ACC when not desired. was present and moved. See Keep J off when cruise is not “Approaching and Following a being used. ACC can also be set while the Vehicle” later in this section. Select the set speed desired for vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and Once ACC has resumed, if there is ACC. This is the vehicle speed the brake pedal is applied. no vehicle ahead, if the vehicle when no vehicle is detected in The ACC indicator displays on the ahead is beyond the selected your path. instrument cluster. When ACC is following gap, or if the vehicle has exited a sharp curve, then the While the vehicle is moving, ACC turned on, the indicator will be lit vehicle speed will increase to the will not set at a speed less than 25 white. set speed. km/h (15 mph), although it can be Be mindful of speed limits, resumed when driving at lower surrounding traffic speeds, and Increasing Speed While ACC Is at speeds. weather conditions when selecting a Set Speed To set ACC while moving: the set speed. If ACC is already activated, do one of the following: 1. Press J. Resuming a Set Speed . Use the accelerator to get to the 2. Get up to the desired speed. If the ACC is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, higher speed. Press SET–. 3. Press and release SET–. ACC is disengaged without erasing Release SET– and the accelerator pedal. The vehicle 4. Remove foot from the the set speed from memory. will now cruise at the higher accelerator. To begin using ACC again, press speed. After ACC is set, it may immediately RES+ briefly while moving more apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead than 5 km/h (5 mph). The vehicle is detected closer than the selected returns to the previous set speed. following gap. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
218 Driving and Operating When the accelerator pedal is . Pressing RES+ when there is no . To decrease the vehicle speed in pressed, ACC will not brake longer a vehicle ahead or the larger increments, hold SET−. because it is overridden. The vehicle ahead is pulling away While holding SET−, the vehicle ACC indicator will turn blue on and the brake is not applied will speed decreases to the next the instrument cluster. cause the ACC to resume. 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then . Press and hold RES+ until the When it is determined that there is continues to decrease by 5 km/h desired set speed is displayed, no vehicle ahead or the vehicle (5 mph) at a time. then release it. ahead is beyond the selected The set speed can also be . To increase vehicle speed in following gap, then the vehicle decreased while the vehicle is smaller increments, press RES+ speed will increase to the set speed. stopped. briefly. For each press, the Reducing Speed While ACC Is at a . If stopped with the brake vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 Set Speed applied, press or hold SET− until mph) faster. the desired set speed is If ACC is already activated, do one displayed. . To increase vehicle speed in of the following: larger increments, hold RES+. Use the brake to get to the Selecting the Follow Distance Gap While holding RES+, the vehicle . speed increases to the next desired lower speed. Release When a slower moving vehicle is 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then the brake and press SET–. The detected ahead within the selected continues to increase by 5 km/h vehicle will now cruise at the following gap, ACC will adjust the (5 mph) at a time. lower speed. vehicle's speed and attempt to maintain the follow distance gap . Press and hold SET– until the The set speed can also be selected. increased while the vehicle is desired lower speed is reached, then release it. stopped. Press [ on the steering wheel to . To decrease the vehicle speed in adjust the following gap. Each press . If stopped with the brake smaller increments, press SET− cycles the gap button through three applied, press RES+ until the settings: Far, Medium, or Near. desired set speed is displayed. briefly. For each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 219 When pressed, the current gap Alerting the Driver Approaching and Following a setting displays briefly on the Vehicle instrument cluster. The gap setting will be maintained until it is changed. Since each gap setting corresponds to a following time (Far, Medium, or Near), the following distance will vary based on vehicle speed. The If ACC is engaged, driver action faster the vehicle speed, the further may be required when ACC cannot The vehicle ahead indicator is in the back your vehicle will follow a apply sufficient braking because of instrument cluster. It only displays vehicle detected ahead. Consider approaching a vehicle too rapidly. when a vehicle is detected in your traffic and weather conditions when vehicle’s path moving in the same selecting the following gap. The When this condition occurs, six red direction. If this symbol is not range of selectable gaps may not be lights will flash on the windshield. displaying, ACC will not respond to appropriate for all drivers and Either eight beeps will sound from or brake for vehicles ahead. driving conditions. the front, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. See ACC automatically slows the vehicle Changing the gap setting “Collision/Detection Systems” under down and adjusts vehicle speed to automatically changes the alert Vehicle Personalization 0 134. follow a detected vehicle ahead at timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, the selected following gap. The 0 or Near) for the Forward Collision See Defensive Driving 165. vehicle speed increases or Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward decreases to follow a detected Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. vehicle in front of your vehicle when that vehicle is traveling slower than your vehicle set speed. It may apply limited braking, if necessary. When braking is active, the brake lamps will come on. The automatic braking Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
220 Driving and Operating may feel or sound different than if Irregular Objects Affecting ACC the brakes were applied manually. ACC may have difficulty detecting This is normal. the following objects: Stationary or Very Slow-Moving . Vehicles in front of your vehicle Objects that have a rear aspect that is low, small, or irregular { Warning . An empty truck or trailer that has ACC may not detect and react to no cargo in the cargo bed stopped or slow-moving vehicles . Vehicles with cargo extending ahead of you. For example, the from the back end system may not brake for a . Non-standard shaped vehicles, ACC Automatically Disengages vehicle it has never detected such as vehicle transport, moving. This can occur in vehicles with a side car fitted, ACC may automatically disengage stop-and-go traffic or when a or horse carriages and the driver will need to manually vehicle suddenly appears due to apply the brakes to slow the . Vehicles that are low to the road a vehicle ahead changing lanes. vehicle if: surface Your vehicle may not stop and . The front camera is blocked or could cause a crash. Use caution . Objects that are close to the visibility is reduced. when using ACC. Your complete front of your vehicle . The Traction Control System attention is always required while . Vehicles on which extremely (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ESC system driving and you should be ready heavy cargo is loaded in the has activated or been disabled. to take action and apply the cargo area or rear seat brakes. . There is a fault in the system. . A DIC message displays to indicate that ACC is temporarily unavailable. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 221 The ACC indicator will turn white When the vehicle ahead drives when ACC is no longer active. away, press RES+ or the { Warning In some cases, when ACC is accelerator pedal to resume ACC. If stopped for more than Leaving the vehicle without temporarily unavailable, regular placing it in P (Park) can be cruise control may be used. See two minutes or if the driver door is opened and the driver seat belt is dangerous. Do not leave the “Switching Between ACC and unbuckled, the ACC automatically vehicle while it is being held at a Regular Cruise Control” in this applies the Electric Parking Brake stop by ACC. Always place the section. Always consider driving vehicle in P (Park) and turn off conditions before using either cruise (EPB) to hold the vehicle. The EPB the ignition before leaving the control system. status light will turn on. See Electric Parking Brake 0 205. vehicle. Notification to Resume ACC A DIC warning message may ACC will maintain a follow gap display indicating to shift to P (Park) ACC Override behind a detected vehicle and slow before exiting the vehicle. See If using the accelerator pedal while your vehicle to a stop behind that 0 Vehicle Messages 133. ACC is active, the ACC indicator vehicle. turns blue on the instrument cluster If the stopped vehicle ahead has { Warning indicating ACC braking will not driven away and ACC has not occur. ACC will resume operation resumed, the vehicle ahead If ACC has stopped the vehicle, when the accelerator pedal is not indicator will flash as a reminder to and if ACC is disengaged, turned being pressed. check traffic ahead before off, or canceled, the vehicle will proceeding. In addition, the left and no longer be held at a stop. The { Warning right sides of the Safety Alert Seat vehicle can move. When ACC is will pulse three times, or three holding the vehicle at a stop, The ACC will not automatically beeps will sound. See ”Alert Type” always be prepared to manually apply the brakes if your foot is and “Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier” in apply the brakes. resting on the accelerator pedal. “Collision/Detection Systems” under You could crash into a vehicle 0 Vehicle Personalization 134. ahead of you. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
222 Driving and Operating Curves in the Road Warning (Continued)
{ Warning to use the brakes if necessary. On curves, ACC may not detect a Select an appropriate speed while vehicle ahead in your lane. You driving in curves. could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed, ACC may operate differently in a especially when following a sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle exiting or entering exit vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC may detect a vehicle that is ramps. You could lose control of sharp. not in your lane and apply the the vehicle or crash. Do not use brakes. ACC while driving on an entrance ACC may occasionally provide an or exit ramp. Always be ready to alert and/or braking that is use the brakes if necessary. considered unnecessary. It could respond to vehicles in different lanes or stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is { Warning normal operation. The vehicle does not need service. On curves, ACC may respond to a vehicle in another lane, or may When following a vehicle and not have time to react to a vehicle entering a curve, ACC may not in your lane. You could crash into detect the vehicle ahead and a vehicle ahead of you, or lose accelerate to the set speed. When control of your vehicle. Give extra this happens, the vehicle ahead attention in curves and be ready indicator will not appear. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 223 Other Vehicle Lane Changes Driving in Narrow Lanes . Press *. Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or . Press . roadside objects may be incorrectly J detected when located along the Erasing Speed Memory roadway. The ACC set speed is erased from Do Not Use ACC on Hills and memory if J is pressed or if the When Towing a Trailer ignition is turned off. Weather Conditions Affecting ACC If the interior temperature is ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead extremely high, the instrument until it is completely in the lane. The cluster may indicate that ACC is brakes may need to be manually temporarily unavailable. This can be applied. caused by extreme hot weather conditions with direct sunlight on the Objects Not Directly in Front of front camera. ACC will return to Your Vehicle normal operation once the cabin The detection of objects in front of Do not use ACC when driving on temperature is lower. the vehicle may not be possible if: steep hills or when towing a trailer. Conditions that are associated with ACC will not detect a vehicle in the . The vehicle or object ahead is low visibility, such as fog, rain, lane while driving on steep hills. not within your lane. snow, or road spray, may limit ACC If the brakes are applied, ACC performance. Water droplets from . The vehicle ahead is shifted, not disengages. centered, or is shifted to one rain or snow that remain on the side of the lane. Disengaging ACC windshield may also limit ACC’s There are three ways to ability to detect objects. disengage ACC: . Step lightly on the brake pedal. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
224 Driving and Operating Lighting Conditions Affecting ACC . Subjected to strong light from The vehicle headlamps may need to The ACC front camera can be opposing lane traffic in the front be cleaned due to dirt, snow, or ice. affected by poor lighting conditions, of the vehicle, such as Objects that are not illuminated and ACC may have limited high-beam headlamps from correctly may be difficult to detect. performance when: oncoming traffic. If ACC will not operate, regular . There are changes in brightness, Accessory Installations and cruise control may be available. See such as entering and exiting Vehicle Modifications “Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control in this tunnels, bridges, and Do not install or place any object ” overpasses. section. Always consider driving around the front camera windshield conditions before using either cruise . Low sun angles cause the area that would obstruct the front control system. camera to not detect objects, camera view. For cleaning instructions, see or it is more difficult to detect Do not install objects on top of the objects in the same traffic lane. “Washing the Vehicle” under vehicle that overhang and obstruct Exterior Care 0 349. . Lighting is poor in the evening or the front camera, such as a canoe, early morning kayak, or other items that can be transported on a roof rack system. . There are multiple changes in See Roof Rack System 0 91. brightness or shadows along the vehicle roadway. Do not modify the hood, headlamps, or fog lamps, as this may limit the . In a tunnel without the camera’s ability to detect an object. headlamps on, or in a tunnel when there is a vehicle in front Cleaning the Sensing System that does not have its The camera sensor on the taillamps on. windshield behind the rearview mirror can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, mud, or debris. This area needs to be cleaned for ACC to operate properly. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Systems . Detect children, Complete attention is always This vehicle may have features that pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you work together to help avoid crashes or animals. should be ready to take action or reduce crash damage while . Detect vehicles or objects and apply the brakes and/or steer driving, backing, and parking. Read outside the area monitored the vehicle to avoid crashes. this entire section before using by the system. these systems. . Work at all driving speeds. Audible or Safety Alert Seat { Warning . Warn you or provide you Some driver assistance features with enough time to avoid a alert the driver of obstacles by Do not rely on the Driver crash. beeping. To change the volume of Assistance Systems. These the warning chime, see Comfort Work under poor visibility or “ systems do not replace the need . and Convenience under Vehicle bad weather conditions. ” for paying attention and driving Personalization 0 134. safely. You may not hear or feel . Work if the detection sensor If equipped with the Safety Alert alerts or warnings provided by is not cleaned or is covered Seat, the driver seat cushion may these systems. Failure to use by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. provide a vibrating pulse alert proper care when driving may . Work if the detection sensor instead of beeping. To change this, result in injury, death, or vehicle is covered up, such as with see “Collision/Detection Systems” damage. See Defensive Driving a sticker, magnet, or metal under Vehicle Personalization 0 165. plate. 0 134. Under many conditions, these . Work if the area surrounding Cleaning systems will not: the detection sensor is Depending on vehicle options, keep (Continued) damaged or not properly repaired. these areas of the vehicle clean to ensure the best driver assistance (Continued) feature performance. Driver Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
226 Driving and Operating Information Center (DIC) messages . Front and rear bumpers and the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) may display when the systems are area below the bumpers When the vehicle is shifted into unavailable or blocked. . Front grille and headlamps R (Reverse), the RVC displays an . Front camera lens in the front image of the area behind the vehicle grille or near the front emblem in the infotainment display. The previous screen displays when the . Front side and rear side panels vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) . Outside of the windshield in front after a short delay. To return to the of the rearview mirror previous screen sooner, press any button on the infotainment system, . Side camera lens on the bottom shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle of the outside mirrors speed of approximately 12 km/h (8 . Rear side corner bumpers mph). The RVC is above the license plate. . Rear Vision Camera above the license plate Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA), Surround Vision, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the driver park or avoid objects. Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing.
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Driving and Operating 227 infotainment display. The front camera is in the grille or near the front emblem, the side cameras are on the bottom of the outside mirrors, and the rear camera is above the license plate. The Surround Vision system can be accessed by selecting CAMERA in the infotainment display or when the 1. View Displayed by the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). 1. Views Displayed by the Camera To return to the previous screen Surround Vision Cameras 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper sooner, press any button on the 2. Area Not Shown Displayed images may be farther or infotainment system, shift into closer than they appear. The area P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed displayed is limited and objects that of approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not { Warning display. The Surround Vision cameras A warning triangle may display to have blind spots and will not show that RPA has detected an display all objects near the object. This triangle changes from corners of the vehicle. Folding amber to red and increases in size outside mirrors that are out of 1. Views Displayed by the the closer the object. position may not display surround Surround Vision Cameras Surround Vision view correctly. Always check 2. Area Not Shown If equipped, Surround Vision shows around the vehicle when parking an image of the area surrounding or backing. the vehicle, along with the front or rear camera views on the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
228 Driving and Operating Camera Views Front/Rear Junction View : { Warning Displays a front or rear cross traffic view that shows objects directly to The camera(s) do not display the left and right of the front or back children, pedestrians, bicyclists, of the vehicle. Touch Junction View crossing traffic, animals, or any on the infotainment display when a other object outside of the camera view is active. Touching the cameras’ field of view, below the button multiple times will toggle bumper, or under the vehicle. between front and rear camera Shown distances may be different views. from actual distances. Do not Front/Rear Overhead View : drive or park the vehicle using Displays a Front or Rear Overhead only these camera(s). Always View of the vehicle. Touching the check behind and around the button will toggle between the two vehicle before driving. Failure to Touch the camera view buttons views. use proper care may result in along the bottom of the infotainment Front/Rear Bowl View : Displays a injury, death, or vehicle damage. display. view of the vehicle from either the Front/Rear Standard View : front or the back of the vehicle. Displays an image of the area in Touch Bowl View on the front or behind the vehicle. Touch infotainment display when a camera Front/Rear Standard View on the view is active. Touching the button infotainment display when a camera multiple times will toggle between view is active. Touching the button forward and rearward views. Park multiple times will toggle between Assist and RCTA are not available front and rear camera views. when Bowl view is active. If equipped, the front view camera Side Forward/Rearward View : also displays when the Park Assist Displays a view that shows objects system detects an object within next to the front or rear sides of the 30 cm (12 in). vehicle. Touch Side Forward/ Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 229 Rearward View on the infotainment accessed by touching the Top Down display when a camera view is View button when the CAMERA Warning (Continued) active. Touching the button multiple view is active. times will toggle between forward close or too far from the vehicle. and rearward views. Park Assist Park Assist It is not available at speeds and RCTA are not available when With RPA, as the vehicle backs up greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To Side Forward/Rearward view is at speeds of less than 8 km/h prevent injury, death, or vehicle active. (5 mph), the sensors on the rear damage, even with Park Assist, always check the area around the Hitch View : Assists while bumper may detect objects up to vehicle and check all mirrors connecting to a trailer. Displays a 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle within before backing. zoomed-in view of the hitch to help a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and below bumper level. align the vehicle’s hitch ball with the trailer coupler. These detection distances may be shorter during warmer or humid Guidance Lines : Displays weather. available guidelines. A grayed-out button indicates that guidelines are Blocked sensors will not detect not available. When enabled, the objects and can also cause false guidelines will display when the detections. Keep the sensors clean vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors after a car wash Top Down View : Displays an in freezing temperatures. image of the area surrounding the vehicle, along with the rear camera { Warning The instrument cluster may have a view in the infotainment display. The Park Assist display with bars that rear camera view will be replaced The Park Assist system does not show “distance to object” and object by the front camera view after detect children, pedestrians, location information for RPA. As the shifting from R (Reverse) to a bicyclists, animals, or objects object gets closer, more bars light forward gear or when the vehicle is below the bumper or that are too up and the bars change color from moving forward slower than 8 km/h yellow to amber to red. (5 mph). This view can also be (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
230 Driving and Operating When an object is first detected in Turning the Features On or Off Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System the rear, one beep will be heard can help to avoid a crash or reduce RPA can be turned on and off from the rear. When an object is crash damage. through vehicle personalization. See very close, <0.6 m (2 ft) in the Vehicle Personalization 0 134. vehicle rear, five beeps will sound Forward Collision Alert from the rear. Turn off RPA when towing a trailer. (FCA) System Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) To turn the Rear Park Assist symbols or guidance lines on or off, If equipped, the FCA system may If equipped, RCTA shows a red help to avoid or reduce the harm see “Rear Camera” under Vehicle warning triangle with a left or right Personalization 0 134. On some caused by front-end crashes. When pointing arrow on the infotainment models, select the guidance lines approaching a vehicle ahead too display to warn of traffic coming button on the infotainment display to quickly, FCA provides a red flashing from the left or right. This system turn them on or off. alert on the windshield and rapidly detects objects coming from up to beeps or pulses the driver seat. 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side RCTA can also be turned on or off FCA also lights an amber visual of the vehicle. When an object is through vehicle personalization. see alert if following another vehicle detected, three beeps sound from “Collision/Detection Systems” under much too closely. Vehicle Personalization 0 134. the left or right, depending on the FCA detects vehicles within a direction of the detected vehicle. distance of approximately 60 m Use caution while backing up when Assistance Systems for (197 ft) and operates at speeds towing a trailer, as the RCTA Driving above 8 km/h (5 mph). detection zones that extend out If equipped, when driving the from the back of the vehicle do not vehicle in a forward gear, Forward { Warning move further back when a trailer is Collision Alert (FCA), Lane towed. Departure Warning (LDW), Lane FCA is a warning system and Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone does not apply the brakes. When Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert approaching a slower-moving or (LCA), Automatic Emergency stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, Braking (AEB), and/or the Front (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 231 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
or when following a vehicle too or ice, or if the windshield is closely, FCA may not provide a damaged. It may also not detect a warning with enough time to help vehicle on winding or hilly roads, avoid a crash. It also may not or in conditions that can limit provide any warning at all. FCA visibility such as fog, rain, does not warn of pedestrians, or snow, or if the headlamps or animals, signs, guardrails, FCA warnings will not occur unless windshield are not cleaned or in the FCA system detects a vehicle bridges, construction barrels, proper condition. Keep the ahead. When a vehicle is detected, or other objects. Be ready to take windshield, headlamps, and FCA the vehicle ahead indicator will action and apply the brakes. See display green. Vehicles may not be sensors clean and in good repair. 0 Defensive Driving 165. detected on curves, highway exit ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; Collision Alert FCA can be disabled with the FCA or if a vehicle ahead is partially steering wheel control, or if blocked by pedestrians or other equipped, through vehicle objects. FCA will not detect another personalization. See “Collision/ vehicle ahead until it is completely Detection Systems” under Vehicle in the driving lane. Personalization 0 134. { Warning When your vehicle approaches FCA does not provide a warning another detected vehicle too rapidly, to help avoid a crash, unless it the red FCA display will flash on the detects a vehicle. FCA may not windshield. Also, eight rapid detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA high-pitched beeps will sound from sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, the front, or both sides of the Safety (Continued) Alert Seat will pulse five times. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
232 Driving and Operating When this Collision Alert occurs, the chosen setting will remain until it is Unnecessary Alerts brake system may prepare for driver changed and will affect the timing of FCA may provide unnecessary braking to occur more rapidly which both the Collision Alert and the alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Tailgating Alert features. The timing in other lanes, objects that are not Continue to apply the brake pedal of both alerts will vary based on vehicles, or shadows. These alerts as needed. Cruise control may be vehicle speed. The faster the are normal operation and the disengaged when the Collision Alert vehicle speed, the farther away the vehicle does not need service. occurs. alert will occur. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting Cleaning the System Tailgating Alert the alert timing. The range of selectable alert timings may not be If the FCA system does not seem to appropriate for all drivers and operate properly, this may correct driving conditions. the issue: . Clean the outside of the Following Distance Indicator windshield in front of the The following distance to a moving rearview mirror. vehicle ahead in your path is The vehicle ahead indicator will . Clean the entire front of the indicated in following time in display amber when you are vehicle. seconds on the Driver Information following a vehicle ahead much too Center (DIC). See Driver . Clean the headlamps. closely. Information Center (DIC) (Base Selecting the Alert Timing Level and Midlevel) 0 123 or Automatic Emergency Driver Information Center (DIC) Braking (AEB) The Collision Alert control is on the (Uplevel) 0 129. The minimum steering wheel. Press [ to set the following time is 0.5 seconds away. If the vehicle has Forward Collision FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near, If there is no vehicle detected Alert (FCA), it also has AEB, which or on some vehicles, Off. The first ahead, or the vehicle ahead is out of includes Intelligent Brake button press shows the current sensor range, dashes will be Assist (IBA). When the system setting on the DIC. Additional button displayed. detects a vehicle ahead in your path presses will change this setting. The that is traveling in the same Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 233 direction that you may be about to AEB may slow the vehicle to a crash into, it can provide a boost to Warning (Continued) complete stop to try to avoid a braking or automatically brake the potential crash. If this happens, AEB vehicle. This can help avoid or outside of its operating speed may engage the Electric Parking lessen the severity of crashes when range and only responds to Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a driving in a forward gear. Depending detected vehicles. stop. Release the EPB or firmly on the situation, the vehicle may AEB may not: press the accelerator pedal. automatically brake moderately or . Detect a vehicle ahead on hard. This automatic emergency { Warning braking can only occur if a vehicle is winding or hilly roads. detected. This is shown by the FCA . Detect all vehicles, AEB may automatically brake the vehicle ahead indicator being lit. especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) trailer, tractors, muddy where it is unexpected and System 0 230. vehicles, etc. undesired. It could respond to a The system works when driving in a . Detect a vehicle when turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, forward gear between 8 km/h weather limits visibility, such signs, and other non-moving (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). as in fog, rain, or snow. objects. To override AEB, firmly It can detect vehicles up to press the accelerator pedal, if it is . Detect a vehicle ahead if it approximately 60 m (197 ft). is partially blocked by safe to do so. pedestrians or other objects. { Warning Complete attention is always Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) AEB is an emergency crash required while driving, and you IBA may activate when the brake preparation feature and is not should be ready to take action pedal is applied quickly by providing designed to avoid crashes. Do and apply the brakes and/or steer a boost to braking based on the not rely on AEB to brake the the vehicle to avoid crashes. speed of approach and distance to vehicle. AEB will not brake a vehicle ahead. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
234 Driving and Operating Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedestrians when driving in a pedal movement during this time is { Warning forward gear. FPB displays an normal and the brake pedal should Using AEB or IBA while towing a amber indicator, ~, when a nearby continue to be applied as needed. pedestrian is detected ahead. When IBA will automatically disengage trailer could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and crash. approaching a detected pedestrian only when the brake pedal is too quickly, FPB provides a red Turn the system to Alert or Off released. flashing alert on the windshield and when towing a trailer. rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a { Warning boost to braking or automatically A system unavailable message may brake the vehicle. This system IBA may increase vehicle braking display if: includes Intelligent Brake Assist in situations when it may not be . The front of the vehicle or (IBA), and the Automatic necessary. You could block the windshield is not clean. Emergency Braking (AEB) system flow of traffic. If this occurs, take may also respond to pedestrians. your foot off the brake pedal and . Heavy rain or snow is interfering See Automatic Emergency Braking then apply the brakes as needed. with object detection. (AEB) 0 232. . There is a problem with the The FPB system can detect and AEB and IBA can be disabled StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability alert to pedestrians in a forward through vehicle personalization. See Control (ESC) system. gear at speeds between 8 km/h “Collision/Detection Systems” under The AEB system does not need (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). Vehicle Personalization 0 134. service. During daytime driving, the system detects pedestrians up to a distance Front Pedestrian Braking of approximately 40 m (131 ft). During nighttime driving, system (FPB) System performance is very limited. If equipped, the Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 235 FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert When the vehicle approaches a { Warning and Brake through vehicle pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the personalization. See “Collision/ red FPB alert display will flash on FPB does not provide an alert or Detection Systems” under Vehicle the windshield. Eight rapid automatically brake the vehicle, Personalization 0 134. high-pitched beeps will sound from unless it detects a pedestrian. the front. When this Pedestrian Alert FPB may not detect pedestrians, Detecting the Pedestrian occurs, the brake system may including children: Ahead prepare for driver braking to occur . When the pedestrian is not more rapidly which can cause a directly ahead, fully visible, brief, mild deceleration. Continue to or standing upright, or when apply the brake pedal as needed. part of a group. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Front Pedestrian Alert . Due to poor visibility, occurs. including nighttime conditions, fog, rain, Automatic Braking FPB alerts and automatic braking or snow. will not occur unless the FPB If FPB detects it is about to crash . If the FPB sensor is blocked system detects a pedestrian. When into a pedestrian ahead, and the by dirt, snow, or ice. a nearby pedestrian is detected in brakes have not been applied, FPB . If the headlamps or front of the vehicle, the pedestrian may automatically brake moderately windshield are not cleaned ahead indicator will display amber. or brake hard. This can help to or in proper condition. avoid some very low speed Front Pedestrian Alert pedestrian crashes or reduce Be ready to take action and apply pedestrian injury. FPB can the brakes. For more information, automatically brake to detected see Defensive Driving 0 165. pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph) Keep the windshield, headlamps, and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic and FPB sensor clean and in braking levels may be reduced good repair. under certain conditions, such as higher speeds. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
236 Driving and Operating If this happens, Automatic Braking and a vehicle is also detected on may engage the Electric Parking { Warning the same side, the display will flash Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a as an extra warning not to change stop. Release the EPB. A firm press Using the Front Pedestrian lanes. Since this system is part of of the accelerator pedal will also Braking system while towing a the Lane Change Alert (LCA) release Automatic Braking and trailer could cause you to lose system, read the entire LCA section the EPB. control of the vehicle and crash. before using this feature. Turn the system to Alert or Off { Warning when towing a trailer. Lane Change Alert (LCA) If equipped, the LCA system is a FPB may alert or automatically Cleaning the System lane-changing aid that assists brake the vehicle suddenly in drivers with avoiding lane change situations where it is unexpected If FPB does not seem to operate properly, cleaning the outside of the crashes that occur with moving and undesired. It could falsely vehicles in the side blind zone (or alert or brake for objects similar in windshield in front of the rearview mirror may correct the issue. spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly shape or size to pedestrians, approaching these areas from including shadows. This is normal Side Blind Zone behind. The LCA warning display operation and the vehicle does will light up in the corresponding not need service. To override Alert (SBZA) outside side mirror and will flash if Automatic Braking, firmly press If equipped, the SBZA system is a the turn signal is on. the accelerator pedal, if it is safe lane-changing aid that assists to do so. drivers with avoiding crashes that { Warning occur with moving vehicles in the Automatic Braking can be disabled side blind zone (or spot) areas. LCA does not alert the driver to through vehicle personalization. See When the vehicle is in a forward vehicles outside of the system “Front Pedestrian Detection” in gear, the left or right side mirror detection zones, pedestrians, “Collision/Detection Systems” under display will light up if a moving bicyclists, or animals. It may not Vehicle Personalization 0 134. vehicle is detected in that blind (Continued) zone. If the turn signal is activated Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 237 (11 ft). The height of the zone is Warning (Continued) approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The provide alerts when changing Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) lanes under all driving conditions. warning area starts at approximately Failure to use proper care when the middle of the vehicle and goes changing lanes may result in back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror injury, death, or vehicle damage. warned of vehicles rapidly Display Display Before making a lane change, approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft) always check mirrors, glance over behind the vehicle. When the vehicle is started, both your shoulder, and use the turn outside mirror LCA displays will signals. How the System Works briefly come on to indicate the The LCA symbol lights up in the system is operating. When the LCA Detection Zones side mirrors when the system vehicle is in a forward gear, the left detects a moving vehicle in the next or right side mirror display will light lane over that is in the side blind up if a moving vehicle is detected in zone or rapidly approaching that the next lane over in that blind zone zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol or rapidly approaching that zone. indicates it may be unsafe to If the turn signal is activated in the change lanes. Before making a lane same direction as a detected change, check the LCA display, vehicle, this display will flash as an check mirrors, glance over your extra warning not to change lanes. shoulder, and use the turn signals. LCA can be disabled through vehicle personalization. See 1. SBZA Detection Zone “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 134. 2. LCA Detection Zone If LCA is disabled by the driver, the The LCA sensor covers a zone of LCA mirror displays will not light up. approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
238 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not driving on sharp curves. The system Radio Frequency Information does not need to be serviced. The Seem to Work Properly See Radio Frequency Statement system may light up due to 0 387. The LCA system requires some guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and driving for the system to calibrate to other non-moving objects. This is maximum performance. This normal system operation; the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) calibration may occur more quickly if vehicle does not need service. If equipped, LKA may help avoid the vehicle is driving on a straight crashes due to unintentional lane highway road with traffic and LCA may not operate when the LCA departures. This system uses a roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, sensors in the left or right corners of camera to detect lane markings barriers). the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 LCA displays may not come on heavy rainstorms. For cleaning km/h (112 mph). It may assist by when passing a vehicle quickly, for instructions, see "Washing the gently turning the steering wheel if a stopped vehicle, or when towing a Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 349. the vehicle approaches a detected trailer. The LCA detection zones If the DIC still displays the system lane marking. It may also provide a that extend back from the side of unavailable message after cleaning Lane Departure Warning (LDW) the vehicle do not move further back both sides of the vehicle toward the alert if the vehicle crosses a when a trailer is towed. Use caution rear corners of the vehicle, see your detected lane marking. LKA can be while changing lanes when towing a dealer. overriden by turning the steering trailer. LCA may alert to objects wheel. This system is not intended attached to the vehicle, such as a If the LCA displays do not light up to keep the vehicle centered in the trailer, bicycle, or object extending when moving vehicles are in the lane. LKA will not assist and alert if out to either side of the vehicle. side blind zone or are rapidly the turn signal is active in the Attached objects may also interfere approaching this zone and the direction of lane departure, or if it with the detection of vehicles. This system is clean, the system may detects that you are accelerating, is normal system operation; the need service. Take the vehicle to braking or actively steering. vehicle does not need service. your dealer. LCA may not always alert the driver to vehicles in the next lane over, especially in wet conditions or when Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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The LKA system does not If LKA only detects lane markings Using LKA while towing a trailer continuously steer the vehicle. on one side of the road, it will or on slippery roads could cause It may not keep the vehicle in the only assist or provide an LDW loss of control of the vehicle and lane or give a Lane Departure alert when approaching the lane a crash. Turn the system off. Warning (LDW) alert, even if a on the side where it has detected lane marking is detected. a lane marking. Even with LKA How the System Works The LKA and LDW systems and LDW, you must steer the LKA uses a camera sensor installed may not: vehicle. Always keep your attention on the road and on the windshield ahead of the . Provide an alert or enough maintain proper vehicle position rearview mirror to detect lane steering assist to avoid a within the lane, or vehicle markings. It may provide brief lane departure or crash. damage, injury, or death could steering assist if it detects an unintended lane departure. It may . Detect lane markings under occur. Always keep the further provide an audible alert or poor weather or visibility windshield, headlamps, and the driver seat may pulse indicating conditions. This can occur if camera sensors clean and in that a lane marking has been the windshield or good repair. Do not use LKA in crossed. headlamps are blocked by bad weather conditions or on dirt, snow, or ice; if they are roads with unclear lane markings, To turn LKA on and off, press A not in proper condition; or if such as construction zones. on the steering wheel. If equipped, the sun shines directly into the indicator light on the button the camera. comes on when LKA is on and turns . Detect road edges. off when LKA is disabled. . Detect lanes on winding or When on, A is white, if equipped, hilly roads. indicating that the system is not (Continued) ready to assist. A is green if LKA Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
240 Driving and Operating is ready to assist. LKA may assist When the System Does Not due to a blocked camera. The LKA by gently turning the steering wheel Seem to Work Properly system does not need service. if the vehicle approaches a detected Clean the outside of the windshield The system performance may be behind the rearview mirror. lane marking. A is amber when affected by: assisting. It may also provide a LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . Close vehicles ahead. may occur due to tar marks, alert by flashing A amber if the . Sudden lighting changes, such shadows, cracks in the road, vehicle crosses a detected lane as when driving through tunnels. temporary or construction lane markings, or other road marking. Additionally, there may be . Banked roads. three beeps, or the driver seat may imperfections. This is normal system pulse three times, on the right or . Roads with poor lane markings, operation; the vehicle does not need left, depending on the lane such as two-lane roads. service. Turn LKA off if these departure direction. If the LKA system is not functioning conditions continue. Take Steering properly when lane markings are clearly visible, cleaning the The LKA system does not windshield may help. continuously steer the vehicle. If LKA does not detect active driver A system unavailable message may steering, an alert and chime may be display if the camera is blocked. provided. Steer the vehicle to The LKA system does not need dismiss. LKA may become service. temporarily unavailable after A camera blocked message may repeated take steering alerts. display if the camera is blocked. Some driver assistance systems may have reduced performance or not work at all. An LKA or LDW unavailable message may display if the systems are temporarily unavailable. This message could be Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 241 Fuel Top Tier Fuel (Diesel) Recommended Fuel (LYX GM recommends the use of TOP - 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine) Top Tier Fuel (Gasoline) TIER Diesel Fuel to keep the engine GM recommends the use of TOP clean, reduce engine deposits, and TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep maintain optimal vehicle the engine clean, reduce engine performance. Look for the TOP deposits, and maintain optimal TIER Logo or see vehicle performance. Look for the www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TOP TIER Logo or see TIER Diesel Fuel marketers and www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP applicable countries. Use regular unleaded gasoline TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers meeting ASTM specification D4814 and applicable countries. with a posted octane rating of 87 — (R+M)/2 — or higher. Do not use gasoline with a posted octane rating of less than 87, as this may cause engine knock and will lower fuel economy. Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels greater than 15% by volume. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
242 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel (LTG Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with Caution (Continued) - 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine) ethanol levels greater than 15% by volume. . Fuel containing metals such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl Prohibited Fuels (MMT), which can damage (Gasoline) the emissions control system and spark plugs. Caution . Fuel with a posted octane Premium unleaded gasoline rating of less than the meeting ASTM specification D4814 Do not use fuels with any of the recommended fuel. Using with a posted octane rating of 93 — following conditions; doing so this fuel will lower fuel (R+M)/2 — is highly recommended may damage the vehicle and void economy and performance, for best performance and fuel its warranty: and may decrease the life of economy. Unleaded gasoline with . For vehicles that are not the emissions catalyst. an octane rated as low as 87 can be FlexFuel, fuel labeled used. Using unleaded gasoline greater than 15% ethanol by rated below 93 octane, however, will volume, such as mid-level Fuels in Foreign lead to reduced acceleration and ethanol blends (16–50% Countries fuel economy. If knocking occurs, ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel. use a gasoline rated at 93 octane The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post as soon as possible, otherwise, the . Fuel with any amount of fuel octane ratings in anti-knock engine could be damaged. If heavy methanol, methylal, index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a ferrocene, and aniline. foreign country, see Prohibited knocking is heard when using 0 gasoline with a 93 octane rating, the These fuels can corrode Fuels (Gasoline) 242. engine needs service. metal fuel system parts or damage plastic and rubber parts. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 243 Fuel Additives (Gasoline) If low-quality diesel is used for refueling, GM recommends adding Caution (Continued) TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is ACDelco Fuel System Treatment highly recommended for use with Plus-Diesel to help clean engine power loss, increased wear, your vehicle. If your country does deposits. This is available only at or engine damage and may void not have TOP TIER Detergent your GM dealer. your warranty. Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel Some improper fuels are: System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to Fuel for Diesel Engines the vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at . Diesel fuel with the addition every oil change or 15 000 km The selection of a high-quality fuel of gasoline. (9,000 mi), whichever occurs first. is important for maintaining optimum . Diesel fuel mixed with TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and vehicle performance. Diesel fuel engine oil or automatic ACDelco Fuel System Treatment should meet or exceed the minimum transmission fluid. Plus−Gasoline will help keep your requirements in the most current vehicle’s engine fuel deposit free versions of the local fuel standards. . Triglyceride fuels, such as and performing optimally. raw vegetable oil or animal Do not use fuel with more than 15 fat, in any form, including ppm sulfur. Fuel Additives (Diesel) with blends of diesel or Do not use a diesel blend containing biodiesel. TOP TIER Detergent Diesel is more than 20% biodiesel by volume. . Marine diesel fuel and highly recommended for use with fuel oils. your vehicle. If your area does not Caution have TOP TIER Detergent Diesel, . Diesel-water emulsions, GM recommends the use of Use of fuel that does not comply such as Aquazole. ACDelco Diesel Fuel Conditioner. with the required technical . Aftermarket diesel fuel This will help maintain optimal standards can lead to engine additives, which contain engine performance. GM does not (Continued) alcohols, organo-metallic recommend other aftermarket diesel additives, or water additives. emulsifiers. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
244 Driving and Operating system gelling, and freezing, which Biodiesel Caution may adversely impact vehicle starting. Biodiesel is a renewable fuel If the vehicle is accidentally produced from vegetable oils or refueled with gasoline, do not Severe winter grade diesel fuel, animal fats that have been continue driving the vehicle. such as 1-D diesel fuel or Arctic chemically modified to make it Driving the vehicle will damage grade diesel fuel, can be used in compatible with diesel fuel. the fuel system. Have the vehicle extreme cold temperatures (below towed to a qualified technician to −18 °C or 0 °F); however, doing so will reduce power and fuel economy. Caution have the gasoline removed from Avoid using severe winter grade fuel the tank and fuel system. Refuel Do not use home-made biodiesel in warm or hot climates. It can result or home test kits because the with Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel. in stalling, poor starting, and quality cannot be verified by It is also recommended to have damage to the fuel injection system. the fuel system flushed with Ultra approved scientific methods. Do Low Sulfur Diesel, to ensure all Fuels improperly blended for cold not use raw vegetable oil or other gasoline is removed. temperature operation may result in unmodified bio-oils, fats, restricted fuel filters. The vehicle is or blends of vegetable oil with equipped with a fuel heating system diesel. They could damage the Some conditions, such as dirty fuel, to prevent gelling or waxing of fuel system and engine, and may decrease fuel filter life and a conventional diesel fuel and damages would not be covered CHANGE FUEL FILTER message biodiesel blends, but may not by the vehicle warranty. may come on in the Driver prevent all cases. Information Center (DIC). In case of severe winter conditions, Climate Grade Diesel Fuels the fuel filter may become clogged Biodiesel Blends by wax naturally present in the fuel. At temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F), Fuels with a biodiesel content up to To unclog it, move the vehicle to a avoid using biodiesel blends above 20% by volume may be used (e.g., warm garage area and allow the 5% by volume. Using such a fuel named B20). Only use biodiesel filter to warm up. The fuel filter may may cause fuel filter plugging, blends up to 20% by volume that need to be replaced. See Fuel Filter comply with your country’s or Replacement (Diesel) 0 249. region’s fuel standards. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 245 If the vehicle is not driven often and ignition on and off a few times Caution uses little fuel, or if it is stored for before the vehicle will start. Also, extended periods of time, avoid the idle the vehicle for a couple of Do not use blends containing use of biodiesel blended fuels minutes before accelerating. more than 20% biodiesel. Any above 5% by volume. When the It is recommended to use Ultra Low engine, fuel system, or exhaust vehicle is stored for longer than one after-treatment system damage Sulfur No. 1-D diesel fuel or a blend month, it should be run out of of No. 1-D and No. 2-D diesel fuel to would not be covered by the biodiesel to below one-quarter tank, vehicle warranty. enhance vehicle operation in cold refueled with biodiesel-free fuel, and weather at temperatures below 0 °C driven several kilometers (miles) (32 °F). Use of No. 1-D diesel fuel As a renewable fuel, biodiesel before storage. may lower the fuel economy. For provides some environmental additional information for better cold benefits. However, biodiesel has Cold Weather Operation weather operation, see Engine unique properties and needs to be (Diesel) Heater 0 187. handled differently than diesel fuel. Its use presents additional risks and In cold weather, the fuel filter may Water in Fuel (Diesel) may not be appropriate in all become clogged by wax naturally situations. Certain vehicle operating present in the fuel. To unclog it, Improper fuel tank inspection or modes increase these risks and move the vehicle to a warm garage cleaning, or contaminated fuel from should be avoided. area and allow the filter to warm up. suppliers, can cause water to be The fuel filter may need to be pumped into the fuel tank along with Biodiesel fuel quality degrades with replaced. See Fuel Filter the diesel fuel. If a WATER IN FUEL time and exposure to high Replacement (Diesel) 0 249. - CONTACT SERVICE message temperature quicker than Ultra Low At temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F), displays, the water must be drained Sulfur Diesel fuel. More frequent immediately. refueling provides the best it is recommended to avoid using opportunity to have a supply of fresh biodiesel blends above 5% blend. fuel. Storage at hot ambient This blend may cause fuel filter temperatures will accelerate plugging, system gelling, and biodiesel degradation. freezing that may affect vehicle starting. You may need to turn the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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{ Warning Caution (Continued) Recommended Problem Action Diesel fuel containing water is still If the fuel tank needs to be Message The fuel filter is combustible. You or others could purged to remove water, see your displays but partially filled be burned. If the fuel needs to be dealer or a qualified technician. goes off during with water. Drain drained, keep sparks, flames, and Improper purging can damage the the ignition the water as smoking materials away from the fuel system and block the FOH. cycle. soon as mixture. possible. See As an added precaution, drain the "Removing diesel fuel filter of residual water at Water from the Fuel Filter" Caution every engine oil change. If the WATER IN FUEL - CONTACT following. Water in the diesel fuel can SERVICE message comes on corrode internal components of frequently, even after draining water the fuel system and lead to from the fuel filter, see your dealer. severe damage. It can also Water in Fuel Troubleshooting support fungus or bacteria growth, which can damage the If the WATER IN FUEL - CONTACT SERVICE message comes on: fuel system and Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) (if equipped). Even with a diesel fuel biocide, the fuel system may still need to be cleaned. Your dealer can advise of the appropriate solution. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Recommended Recommended Caution Problem Action Problem Action Message Drain the fuel Immediately A large amount Driving with this message on can displays and filter after refueling, of water is in the damage the fuel injection system stays on. immediately. message fuel tank. Drain and the engine. If the message If no water can displays and the fuel filter comes on right after a refuel, be drained, and stays on. immediately. water was pumped into the fuel the temperature If the message tank. Turn off the engine and is below stays on or drain the water immediately. freezing, then comes back on water may be without Removing Water from the Fuel frozen in the refueling, then Filter filter. Move the fuel tank purging vehicle to a is required. See To drain water: warm location to your dealer. 1. Turn the engine off and apply thaw the water, If the message the parking brake. then drain the displays and the fuel. If water still engine stalls or 2. Place a container under the does not drain, runs rough, do filter drain valve, which is on see your dealer. not drive until the bottom of the fuel filter. the water contaminated fuel is drained. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
248 Driving and Operating filter is drained as soon as . The fuel filter water drain valve diesel fuel emerges from was opened while the engine the port. was running. 5. Retighten the drain plug by To prime the fuel lines: turning it clockwise. 1. With the engine off, press and 6. Properly dispose of the water hold ENGINE START/STOP contaminated fuel. without applying the brake for 7. Start the engine and let it run five seconds to place the vehicle in Service Mode. See for a few minutes. During the 0 draining process, air may have Ignition Positions 180. Wait entered the fuel system. If the approximately five seconds and press ENGINE START/ FWD Shown, AWD Similar engine stalls, the fuel system may need to be primed. See STOP again to turn it off. Do 3. Turn the drain plug this step three times or more “Fuel Priming” following. counterclockwise using a while the engine is off. suitable tool. Fuel Priming 2. Press and hold ENGINE 4. With the engine off, press and For the fuel system to work properly, START/STOP while applying hold ENGINE START/STOP air cannot be in the fuel lines. If air the brake for a maximum of without applying the brake for gets in, the engine may not start 40 seconds at a time, with five seconds to place the and the fuel lines will need to be five seconds between attempts, vehicle in Service Mode. See primed before operating the vehicle. until the engine starts. If the Ignition Positions 0 180. Wait If air is present, the following may engine tries to run, but does approximately five seconds, have happened: not run smoothly, increase the and then press ENGINE rpm’s slightly by using the START/STOP again to turn it . The vehicle ran out of fuel. accelerator pedal. This will help off. This operation will enhance . The fuel filter was removed. force air through the system. water flow out of the filter. The . The fuel lines were removed or 3. Repeat Step 2 if the engine disconnected. stalls and will not restart. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 249 4. After a few attempts, if the Fuel Filter Replacement engine still does not start, see your dealer. (Diesel) Running Out of Fuel { Warning (Diesel) Diesel fuel is flammable. It could start a fire if something ignites it, { Warning and people could be burned. Do not let it get on hot engine parts, Diesel fuel is flammable. It could and keep matches or other start a fire if something ignites it, ignition sources away. and people could be burned. Do not let it get on hot engine parts, FWD Shown, AWD Similar and keep matches or other The fuel filter is on the passenger 3. Remove the filter element cap ignition sources away. side, in front of the rear tire. by turning it counterclockwise. 1. Drain any water from the filter. 4. Remove the filter element and See Removing Water from the If the engine has stalled due to “ o-rings. If there is any dirt on Fuel Filter in Water in Fuel running out of fuel, add at least ” the filter sealing surface, clean (Diesel) 0 245. 7.6 L (2 gal) of fuel if parked on a it off. level surface, or up to 18.9 L (5 gal) Keep the engine off until the 5. Install the new filter element of fuel if parked on a slope, and procedure is completed. and o-rings. perform the procedure under “Fuel 2. Apply the parking brake. Priming” previously in this section. 6. Reinstall and tighten the filter cap to the housing. 7. Use the fuel filter priming procedure to prime the fuel filter. See “Fuel Priming” in Water in Fuel (Diesel) 0 245. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
250 Driving and Operating 8. Start the engine and let it idle for five minutes. Check the fuel Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) filter and air bleed valve for leaks. . Read and follow all the . Fuel can spray out if the fill instructions on the fuel nozzle is inserted too 9. Reset the fuel filter monitor. pump island. quickly. This spray can See Driver Information Center happen if the tank is nearly (DIC) (Base Level and . Turn off the engine when refueling. full, and is more likely in hot Midlevel) 0 123 or weather. Insert the fill nozzle Driver Information Center (DIC) . Keep sparks, flames, and slowly and wait for any hiss (Uplevel) 0 129. smoking materials away noise to stop before from fuel. beginning to flow fuel. Filling the Tank . Do not leave the fuel pump (Gasoline) unattended. An arrow on the fuel gauge . Avoid using electronic indicates which side of the vehicle devices while refueling. the fuel door is on. See Fuel Gauge . Do not re-enter the vehicle 0 110. while pumping fuel. . Keep children away from { Warning the fuel pump and never let Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn children pump fuel. violently and can cause injury or . Before touching the fill death. nozzle, touch a metallic object to discharge static Follow these guidelines to help electricity from your body. avoid injuries to you and others: To open the fuel door, push and (Continued) (Continued) release the rearward center edge of the door. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 251 The capless refueling system does not have a fuel cap. Fully insert and { Warning { Warning latch the fill nozzle, begin fueling. If a fire starts while you are Attempting to refuel from a refueling, do not remove the fill portable fuel container without { Warning nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by using the funnel adapter may Overfilling the fuel tank by more shutting off the pump or by cause fuel spillage and damage than three clicks of a standard fill notifying the station attendant. the capless fuel system. This nozzle may cause: Leave the area immediately. could cause a fire. You or others could be badly burned and the . Vehicle performance issues, vehicle could be damaged. including engine stalling and Filling the Tank with a Portable damage to the fuel system. Fuel Container 3. Remove and clean the funnel . Fuel spills. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be filled from a portable fuel adapter and return it to the . Under certain conditions, container: storage location. fuel fires. Filling the Tank (Diesel) Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait An arrow on the fuel gauge five seconds after you have finished indicates which side of the vehicle pumping before removing the fill the fuel door is on. See Fuel Gauge nozzle. Clean fuel from painted 0 110. Do not refill the diesel fuel surfaces as soon as possible. See and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) at Exterior Care 0 349. Push the fuel 1. Locate the capless funnel the same time. door closed until it latches. adapter from under the spare tire. 2. Insert and latch the funnel into the capless fuel system. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn . Before touching the fill violently and can cause injury or nozzle, touch a metallic death. object to discharge static electricity from your body. Follow these guidelines to help avoid injuries to you and others: . Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly. . Read and follow all the This spray can happen if the instructions on the fuel tank is nearly full, and is pump island. more likely in hot weather. . Turn off the engine when Open the fuel cap slowly To open the fuel door, push and refueling. and wait for any hiss noise to stop, then unscrew the release the rearward center edge of . Keep sparks, flames, and cap all the way. the door. smoking materials away Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise from fuel. to remove. When refueling, hang the . Do not leave the fuel pump fuel cap from the hook on the fuel unattended. door. Fully insert and latch the fill . Avoid using electronic nozzle, begin fueling. devices while refueling. { Warning . Do not re-enter the vehicle while pumping fuel. Overfilling the fuel tank by more . Keep children away from than three clicks of a standard fill the fuel pump and never let nozzle may cause: children pump fuel. (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 253 Accidental Refueling with Warning (Continued) { Warning Gasoline . Vehicle performance issues, If a fire starts while you are including engine stalling and refueling, do not remove the fill Caution damage to the fuel system. nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by If the vehicle is accidentally . Fuel spills. shutting off the pump or by refueled with gasoline, do not notifying the station attendant. continue driving the vehicle . Under certain conditions, Leave the area immediately. fuel fires. except to get to a location where it can be stopped safely. Driving the vehicle will damage the Diesel fuel can foam when filling the engine. Tow the vehicle for tank. The automatic pump nozzle Caution service. Have the gasoline may shut off, even if the tank is not If a new fuel cap is needed, be full. Wait for the foaming to stop, removed from the tank and fuel and then fill the tank more slowly. sure to get the right type of cap system. Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait from your dealer. The wrong type five seconds after pumping before of fuel cap may not fit properly Filling a Portable Fuel removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel and could damage the fuel from painted surfaces as soon as system. Container possible. See Exterior Care 0 349. Reinstall the cap by turning it { Warning clockwise until it clicks. Push the Never fill a portable fuel container fuel door closed until it latches. while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You or others could be (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
254 Driving and Operating Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing and Towing Tips badly burned and the vehicle General Towing could be damaged. To help avoid Information { Warning injury to you and others: Only use towing equipment that has You can lose control when towing . Dispense fuel only into been designed for the vehicle. approved containers. a trailer if the correct equipment is Contact your dealer or trailering not used or the vehicle is not . Do not fill a container while dealer for assistance with preparing driven properly. For example, it is inside a vehicle, in a the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read the if the trailer is too heavy or the entire section before towing a trailer. vehicle's trunk, in a pickup trailer brakes are inadequate for bed, or on any surface other To tow a disabled vehicle, see the load, the vehicle may not stop than the ground. Towing the Vehicle 0 344. To tow as expected. You and others . Bring the fill nozzle in the vehicle behind another vehicle could be seriously injured. The contact with the inside of such as a motor home, see vehicle may also be damaged, 0 the fill opening before Recreational Vehicle Towing 346. and the repairs would not be operating the nozzle. When towing with the 2.0L L4 covered by the vehicle warranty. Maintain contact until filling engine, only use unleaded gasoline Pull a trailer only if all the steps in is complete. with an octane rating of 89 or this section have been followed. . Keep sparks, flames, and higher. Using gasoline with a lower Ask your dealer for advice and smoking materials away octane rating while towing may information about towing a trailer from fuel. damage the engine and may not be with the vehicle. covered by the vehicle warranty. . Do not use electronic devices while pumping fuel. Driving with a Trailer Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 255 handling, acceleration, braking, . It is recommended to perform . Automatic Emergency durability, and fuel economy. the first oil change before heavy Braking (AEB) Successful, safe trailering takes towing. . Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) correct equipment, and it has to be . During the first 800 km (500 mi) . Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) used properly. of trailer towing, do not drive The following information has many over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do If equipped with Lane Change Alert time-tested, important trailering tips not make starts at full throttle. (LCA), the LCA detection zones that extend back from the side of the and safety rules. Many of these are . Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). important for your safety and that of vehicle do not move further back If the transmission downshifts when a trailer is towed. Use caution your passengers. Read this section too often, a lower gear may be carefully before pulling a trailer. while changing lanes when towing a selected using Manual Mode trailer. When towing a trailer: See Manual Mode 0 202. If equipped with Rear Cross Traffic . Become familiar with and follow If equipped, the following driver Alert (RCTA), use caution while all state and local laws that assistance features should be backing up when towing a trailer, as apply to trailer towing. These turned off when towing a trailer: the RCTA detection zones that requirements vary from state to . Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) extend out from the back of the state. . Super Cruise Control vehicle do not move further back . State laws may require the use when a trailer is towed. of extended side view mirrors. . Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Even if not required, you should . Park Assist { Warning install extended side view mirrors if your visibility is limited . Automatic Parking Assist (APA) To prevent serious injury or death or restricted while towing. . Reverse Automatic from carbon monoxide (CO), . Do not tow a trailer during the Braking (RAB) when towing a trailer: first 800 km (500 mi) of vehicle If equipped, the following driver (Continued) use to prevent damage to the assistance features should be engine, axle, or other parts. turned to alert or off when towing a trailer: Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
256 Driving and Operating The trailer structure, the tires, and Following Distance Warning (Continued) the brakes must be all be rated to Stay at least twice as far behind the carry the intended cargo. vehicle ahead as you would when . Do not drive with the Inadequate trailer equipment can driving without a trailer. This can liftgate, trunk/hatch, cause the combination to operate in help to avoid heavy braking and or rear-most window open. an unexpected or unsafe manner. sudden turns. . Fully open the air outlets on Before driving, inspect all trailer or under the instrument hitch parts and attachments, safety Passing panel. chains, electrical connectors, lamps, More passing distance is needed . Adjust the climate control tires, and mirrors. See Towing Equipment 0 261. If the trailer has when towing a trailer. The system to a setting that combination of the vehicle and brings in only outside air. electric brakes, start the combination moving and then trailer will not accelerate as quickly See “Climate Control manually apply the trailer brake and is much longer than the vehicle Systems” in the Index. controller to check that the trailer alone. It is necessary to go much For more information about brakes work. During the trip, farther beyond the passed vehicle carbon monoxide, see Engine occasionally check that the cargo before returning to the lane. Pass Exhaust 0 190. and trailer are secure and that the on level roadways. Avoid passing lamps and any trailer brakes are on hills if possible. working. Towing a trailer requires experience. Backing Up The combination of the vehicle and Towing with a Stability Control Hold the bottom of the steering trailer is longer and not as System wheel with one hand. To move the responsive as the vehicle itself. Get trailer to the left, move that hand to When towing, the stability control used to the handling and braking of the left. To move the trailer to the system might be heard. The system the combination by driving on a right, move that hand to the right. reacts to vehicle movement caused level road surface before driving on Always back up slowly and, by the trailer, which mainly occurs public roads. if possible, have someone during cornering. This is normal guide you. when towing heavier trailers. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 257 Making Turns The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). When parking your vehicle and your Shift the transmission to a lower trailer on a hill: Caution gear if the transmission shifts too 1. Press the brake pedal, but do often under heavy loads and/or hilly not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn Turn more slowly and make wider conditions. the wheels into the curb if arcs when towing a trailer to When towing at higher altitudes, facing downhill or into traffic if prevent damage to your vehicle. engine coolant will boil at a lower facing uphill. Making very sharp turns could temperature than at lower altitudes. 2. Have someone place chocks cause the trailer to contact the If the engine is turned off under the trailer wheels. vehicle. immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the 3. When the wheel chocks are in vehicle could show signs similar to place, gradually release the Make wider turns than normal when engine overheating. To avoid this, brake pedal to allow the chocks towing, so trailer will not go over soft let the engine run, preferably on to absorb the load of the trailer. shoulders, over curbs, or strike road level ground, with the transmission signs, trees, or other objects. 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then in P (Park) for a few minutes before Always signal turns well in advance. apply the parking brake and turning the engine off. If the Do not steer or brake suddenly. shift into P (Park). overheat warning comes on, see Driving on Grades Engine Overheating 0 286. 5. Release the brake pedal. Reduce speed and shift to a lower Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill gear before starting down a long or 1. Apply and hold the brake steep downhill grade. If the { Warning pedal. transmission is not shifted down, the . Start the engine. brakes may overheat and result in To prevent serious injury or death, reduced braking efficiency. always park your vehicle and . Shift into a gear. trailer on a level surface when . Release the parking brake. possible. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
258 Driving and Operating 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Trailer Towing Trailer Weight Ratings clear of the chocks. When towing a trailer, the combined 4. Stop and have someone pick Caution weight of the vehicle, vehicle up and store the chocks. contents, trailer, and trailer contents Towing a trailer improperly can must be below all of the maximum Maintenance When Trailer damage the vehicle and result in weight ratings for the vehicle, Towing costly repairs not covered by the including: The vehicle needs service more vehicle warranty. To tow a trailer . GCWR: Gross Combined Weight often when used to tow trailers. See correctly, follow the directions in Rating Maintenance Schedule 0 360. It is this section and see your dealer especially important to check the for important information about . GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight automatic transmission fluid, engine towing a trailer with the vehicle. Rating oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling . Maximum Trailer Weight Rating system, and brake system before and during each trip. Trailer Weight . Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on the trailer hitch are tight. { Warning See “Trailer Brakes” under Towing Equipment 0 261 to determine if Engine Cooling When Trailer Never exceed the towing capacity brakes are required based on your Towing for your vehicle. trailer's weight. The cooling system may temporarily The only way to be sure the weight overheat during severe operating Safe trailering requires monitoring is not exceeding any of these conditions. See Engine Overheating the weight, speed, altitude, road ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle 0 286. grades, outside temperature, and trailer combination, fully loaded dimensions of the front of the trailer, for the trip, getting individual and how frequently the vehicle is weights for each of these items. used to tow a trailer. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 259 Gross Vehicle Weight { Warning Rating (GVWR) You and others could be seriously For information about the vehicle's injured or killed if the trailer is too maximum load capacity, see Vehicle heavy or the trailer brakes are Load Limits 0 176. When calculating inadequate for the load. The the GVWR with a trailer attached, vehicle may be damaged, and the the trailer tongue weight must be repairs would not be covered by included as part of the weight the the vehicle warranty. vehicle is carrying. Only tow a trailer if all the steps in Maximum Trailer Weight this section have been followed. The maximum trailer weight rating is Ask your dealer for advice and calculated assuming the tow vehicle information about towing a trailer. has a driver, a front seat passenger, and all required trailering Gross Combined Weight equipment. This value represents Rating (GCWR) the heaviest trailer the vehicle can tow, but it may be necessary to GCWR is the total allowable weight reduce the trailer weight to stay of the completely loaded vehicle within the GCW, GVWR, maximum and trailer including any fuel, trailer tongue load, or GAWR-RR for passengers, cargo, equipment, and the vehicle. accessories. Do not exceed the Use the tow rating chart to GCWR for your vehicle. The GCWR determine how much the trailer can for the vehicle is on the Tow Rating weigh, based on the vehicle model Chart following. and options. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Maximum Trailer GCWR* Weight with Trailer Vehicle Brakes† 1.5L Gas FWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 380 kg (5,247 lb) 1.5L Gas AWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 480 kg (5,467 lb) 1.6L Diesel, 2.0L Gas 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 580 kg (5,687 lb) 2.0L Gas with V92 1 590 kg (3,505 lb) 3 490 kg (7,694 lb) Trailering Provisions † For trailers without trailer brakes the maximum trailer weight is 454 kg (1,000 lb). See Towing Equipment 0 261. * The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable Do not exceed a maximum trailer weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any tongue weight of 159 kg (350 lb). passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. Do not exceed the The trailer tongue weight contributes GCWR for the vehicle. to the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). GVW includes the CURB WEIGHT of your vehicle, any passengers, Maximum Trailer Tongue tongue weight rating while still cargo, equipment and the trailer Weight maintaining the correct trailer load tongue weight. Vehicle options, balance. passengers, cargo, and equipment The Maximum Trailer Tongue reduce the maximum allowable Weight Rating is the allowable tongue weight the vehicle can carry, trailer tongue weight that the vehicle which also reduces the maximum can support using a conventional allowable trailer weight. trailer hitch. It may be necessary to reduce the overall trailer weight to stay within the maximum trailer Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 261 Trailer Load Balance After loading the trailer, separately half of the maximum allowable weigh the trailer and then the trailer tongue weight for the vehicle or The correct trailer load balance tongue and calculate the trailer load 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less. must be maintained to ensure trailer balance percentage to see if the stability. Incorrect load balance is a Ask your dealer for trailering weights and distribution are leading cause of trailer sway. information or assistance. appropriate for your vehicle. If the trailer weight is too high, it may be possible to trasfer some of the Towing Equipment cargo into your vehicle. If the trailer Hitches tongue weight is too high or too low, it may be possible to rearrange Always use the correct hitch some of the cargo inside of the equipment for your vehicle. trailer. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads can affect the Do not exceed the maximum trailer and the hitch. allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. Use the shortest hitch Proper hitch equipment for your extension available to position the vehicle helps maintain control of the hitch ball closer to your vehicle. This vehicle-trailer combination. Many will help reduce the effect of the trailers can be towed using a The trailer tongue weight (1) should trailer tongue weight on the trailer weight-carrying hitch which has a be 10–15% of the loaded trailer hitch and the rear axle. coupler latched to the hitch ball, or a weight (2). Some specific trailer tow eye latched to a pintle hook. types, such as boat trailers, fall If a cargo carrier is used in the Other trailers may require a outside of this range. Always refer trailer hitch receiver, choose a weight-distributing hitch that uses to the trailer owner’s manual for the carrier that positions the load as spring bars to distribute the trailer recommended trailer tongue weight close to the vehicle as possible. tongue weight between your vehicle for each trailer. Never exceed the Make sure the total weight, and trailer axles. See “Maximum maximum loads for your vehicle, including the carrier, is no more than Trailer Tongue Weight” under Trailer hitch and trailer. Towing 0 258 for weight limits with various hitch types. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
262 Driving and Operating Never attach rental hitches or other Consider using mechanical sway hitch. Always leave just enough bumper-type hitches. Only use controls with any trailer. Ask a slack so the combination can turn. frame-mounted hitches that do not trailering professional about sway Never allow safety chains to drag on attach to the bumper. controls or refer to the trailer the ground. manufacturer's recommendations Hitch Cover and instructions. Trailer Brakes Loaded trailers over 450 kg Tires (1,000 lb) must be equipped with . Do not tow a trailer while using a brake systems and with brakes for compact spare tire on the each axle. Trailer braking equipment vehicle. conforming to Canadian Standards . Tires must be properly inflated to Association (CSA) requirement support loads while towing a CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is trailer. See Tires 0 307 for recommended. instructions on proper tire State or local regulations may inflation. require trailers to have their own braking system if the loaded weight Safety Chains of the trailer exceeds certain Always attach chains between the minimums that can vary from state To remove the hitch cover: vehicle and the trailer, and attach to state. Read and follow the 1. Remove two fasteners (2). the chains to the holes on the trailer instructions for the trailer brakes so hitch platform. Instructions about they are installed, adjusted, and 2. Pull the bottom edge of the safety chains may be provided by maintained properly. Never attempt cover rearward. the hitch manufacturer or by the to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic 3. Disengage the cover at the trailer manufacturer. brake system. If you do, both the upper attachments (1) and vehicle anti-lock brakes and the Cross the safety chains under the remove. trailer brakes may not function, tongue of the trailer to help prevent which could result in a crash. the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Driving and Operating 263 Trailer Lamps Always check all trailer tire Conversions and pressures before each trip when the Always check all trailer lamps are tires are cool. Low trailer tire Add-Ons working at the beginning of each pressure is a leading cause of trailer trip, and periodically on longer trips. tire blow-outs. Add-On Electrical Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer tires deteriorate over time. Equipment Trailer The trailer tire sidewall will show the When properly connected, the trailer week and year the tire was { Warning turn signals should will illuminate to manufactured. Many trailer tire indicate the vehicle is turning, manufacturers recommend The Data Link Connector (DLC) is changing lanes, or stopping. When replacing tires more than six used for vehicle service and towing a trailer, the arrows on the years old. Emission Inspection/Maintenance instrument cluster will illuminate Overloading is another leading testing. See Malfunction Indicator even if the trailer is not properly cause of trailer tire blow-outs. Never Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 114. connected or the bulbs are load your trailer with more weight A device connected to the DLC — burned out. than the tires are designed to such as an aftermarket fleet or Trailer Tires support. The load rating is located driver-behavior tracking device — on the trailer tire sidewall. may interfere with vehicle Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from Always know the maximum speed systems. This could affect vehicle vehicle tires. Trailer tires are rating for the trailer tires before operation and cause a crash. designed with stiff sidewalls to help driving. This may be significantly Such devices may also access prevent sway and to support heavy lower than the vehicle tire speed information stored in the vehicle s loads. These features can make it ’ rating. The speed rating may be on systems. difficult to determine if the trailer tire the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed pressures are low only based on a rating is not shown, the default visual inspection. trailer tire speed rating is 105 km/h (65 mph). Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Caution
Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 66 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 67. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 265 Starter Switch Check ...... 291 Instrument Panel Fuse Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Shift Block ...... 302 Lock Control Function Rear Compartment Fuse Check ...... 291 Block ...... 305 General Information Park Brake and P (Park) General Information ...... 266 Mechanism Check ...... 292 Wheels and Tires California Proposition Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 292 Tires ...... 307 65 Warning ...... 266 Windshield Replacement . . . . . 293 All-Season Tires ...... 307 California Perchlorate Gas Strut(s) ...... 294 Winter Tires ...... 308 Materials Requirements . . . . . 267 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 308 Accessories and Headlamp Aiming Tire Designations ...... 310 Modifications ...... 267 Headlamp Aiming ...... 295 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...... 311 Vehicle Checks Bulb Replacement Tire Pressure ...... 313 Doing Your Own Bulb Replacement ...... 295 Tire Pressure Monitor Service Work ...... 267 Halogen Bulbs ...... 295 System ...... 315 Hood ...... 268 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Compartment Lighting ...... 296 Operation ...... 316 Overview ...... 270 LED Lighting ...... 296 Tire Inspection ...... 320 Engine Oil ...... 275 Headlamps ...... 296 Tire Rotation ...... 320 Engine Oil Life System ...... 279 Front Turn Signal and Fog When It Is Time for New Automatic Transmission Lamps ...... 297 Tires ...... 321 Fluid ...... 280 Taillamps ...... 297 Buying New Tires ...... 322 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 280 License Plate Lamp ...... 298 Different Size Tires and Cooling System ...... 282 Electrical System Wheels ...... 323 Engine Overheating ...... 286 Uniform Tire Quality Washer Fluid ...... 287 Electrical System Overload . . . 298 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 299 Grading ...... 324 Brakes ...... 288 Wheel Alignment and Tire Brake Fluid ...... 289 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 299 Balance ...... 325 Battery - North America ...... 290 Wheel Replacement ...... 326 All-Wheel Drive ...... 291 Tire Chains ...... 326 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
266 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 327 General Information California Proposition Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...... 328 For service and parts needs, visit 65 Warning Storing the Tire Sealant and your dealer. You will receive Compressor Kit ...... 335 genuine GM parts and GM-trained { Warning Tire Changing ...... 335 and supported service people. Compact Spare Tire ...... 340 Most motor vehicles, including Genuine GM parts have one of this one, as well as many of its these marks: Jump Starting service parts and fluids, contain Jump Starting - North and/or emit chemicals known to America ...... 341 the State of California to cause Towing the Vehicle cancer and birth defects or other Towing the Vehicle ...... 344 reproductive harm. Engine Recreational Vehicle exhaust, many parts and Towing ...... 346 systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products Appearance Care contain and/or emit these Exterior Care ...... 349 chemicals. For more information Interior Care ...... 353 go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ Floor Mats ...... 357 passenger-vehicle.
See Battery - North America 0 290 and Jump Starting - North America 0 341 and the back cover. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 267 California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks caused by modifying vehicle height Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components Service Work initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the and lithium batteries contained in installation or use of non-GM { Warning electronic keys, may contain certified parts, including control perchlorate materials. Perchlorate module or software modifications, is It can be dangerous to work on Material – special handling may not covered under the terms of the your vehicle if you do not have apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ vehicle warranty and may affect the proper knowledge, service hazardouswaste/perchlorate. remaining warranty coverage for manual, tools, or parts. Always affected parts. follow owner’s manual procedures Accessories and and consult the service manual GM Accessories are designed to Modifications complement and function with other for your vehicle before doing any service work. Adding non-dealer accessories or systems on the vehicle. See your making modifications to the vehicle dealer to accessorize the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and using genuine GM Accessories If doing some of your own service safety, including such things as installed by a dealer technician. work, use the proper service airbags, braking, stability, ride and Also, see Adding Equipment to the manual. It tells you much more handling, emissions systems, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 67. about how to service the vehicle aerodynamics, durability, and than this manual can. To order the electronic systems like antilock proper service manual, see brakes, traction control, and stability Publication Ordering Information control. These accessories or 0 386. modifications could even cause This vehicle has an airbag system. malfunction or damage not covered Before attempting to do your own by the vehicle warranty. service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 66. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
268 Vehicle Care If equipped with remote vehicle start, open the hood before Warning (Continued) performing any service work to prevent remote starting the vehicle vehicle is on, the engine will start accidentally. See Remote Vehicle when the hood is opened. You or Start 0 15. others could be injured. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See { Warning Maintenance Records 0 372. Components under the hood can Caution get hot from running the engine. To help avoid the risk of burning 2. Go to the front of the vehicle Even small amounts of unprotected skin, never touch and locate the secondary contamination can cause damage these components until they have release lever under the front to vehicle systems. Do not allow cooled, and always use a glove or center of the hood. Push the contaminants to contact the fluids, towel to avoid direct skin contact. secondary hood release lever reservoir caps, or dipsticks. to the right to release. Clear any snow from the hood Hood before opening. To open the hood: { Warning 1. Pull the hood release lever with For vehicles with auto engine the i symbol. It is on the stop/start, turn the vehicle off lower left side of the instrument before opening the hood. If the panel. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 269 prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage. 3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) above the vehicle and release it. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely. Repeat this process with additional force if necessary.
{ Warning
3. Lift the hood and release the Do not drive the vehicle if the hood prop rod from its retainer hood is not latched completely. in the front of the engine The hood could open fully, block compartment. Securely insert your vision, and cause a crash. the rod end into the slot You or others could be injured. marked with an arrow, on the Always close the hood completely underside of the hood. before driving. To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly, and all tools are removed. 2. Lift the hood and remove the hood prop rod from the underside of the hood. Return the prop rod to its retainer. The Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Vehicle Care 271 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 280. 7. Remote Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See 0 Engine Oil 0 275. Starting - North America 341. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil 0 275. and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0 282. 4. Engine Cooling Fan. See 0 Cooling System 0 282. 9. Battery - North America 290. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See 10. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. Brake Fluid 0 289. See Jump Starting - North America 0 341. 6. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 299. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 287. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Vehicle Care 273 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 280. 7. Remote Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump 2. Engine Cooling Fan. See 0 Cooling System 0 282. Starting - North America 341. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil 0 275. and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0 282. 4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See 0 Engine Oil 0 275. 9. Battery - North America 290. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See 10. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. Brake Fluid 0 289. See Jump Starting - North America 0 341. 6. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 299. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 287. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Vehicle Care 275 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 280. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See To ensure proper engine Check the engine oil level regularly, 0 Engine Oil 275. performance and long life, careful every 650 km (400 mi), especially 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See attention must be paid to engine oil. prior to a long trip. The engine oil Engine Oil 0 275. Following these simple, but dipstick handle is a loop. See important steps will help protect Engine Compartment Overview 4. Engine Cooling Fan. See your investment: 0 270 for the location. Cooling System 0 282. . Use engine oil approved to the 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See proper specification and of the { Warning Brake Fluid 0 289. proper viscosity grade. See The engine oil dipstick handle 6. Engine Compartment Fuse Selecting the Right Engine Oil “ ” may be hot; it could burn you. Block 0 299. in this section. Use a towel or glove to touch the 7. Remote Positive (+) Terminal . Check the engine oil level dipstick handle. (Under Cover). See Jump regularly and maintain the Starting - North America 0 341. proper oil level. See “Checking If a low oil Driver Information Center 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil” in this section. (DIC) message displays, check the and Pressure Cap. See oil level. If the oil is not low and the 0 Cooling System 282. . Change the engine oil at the low oil message remains on, take 9. Battery - North America 0 290. appropriate time. See Engine Oil the vehicle to your dealer for Life System 0 279. service. 10. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. See Jump Starting - North . Always dispose of engine oil Follow these guidelines: America 0 341. properly. See “What to Do with Used Oil” in this section. . To get an accurate reading, park 11. Windshield Washer Fluid the vehicle on level ground. Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check the engine oil level after 0 287. the engine has been off for at least two hours. Checking the engine oil level on steep grades Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
276 Vehicle Care or too soon after engine shutoff can result in incorrect readings. Caution Accuracy improves when checking a cold engine prior to Do not add too much oil. Oil starting. Remove the dipstick levels above or below the and check the level. acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful . If unable to wait two hours, the LTG 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine to the engine. If the oil level is engine must be off for at least above the operating range (i.e., 15 minutes if the engine is the engine has so much oil that warm, or at least 30 minutes if the oil level gets above the the engine is not warm. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it with a clean cross-hatched area that shows paper towel or cloth, then push it the proper operating range), the back in all the way. Remove it engine could be damaged. Drain again, keeping the tip down, and LH7 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle, and seek a service check the level. If the oil is below the cross-hatched professional to remove the When to Add Engine Oil area at the tip of the dipstick and the engine has been off for at least excess oil. 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil and then recheck See Engine Compartment Overview the level. See “Selecting the Right 0 270 for the location of the engine Engine Oil” later in this section for oil fill cap. an explanation of what kind of oil to Add enough oil to put the level use. For engine oil crankcase somewhere in the proper operating capacity, see Capacities and range. Push the dipstick all the way Specifications 0 374. back in when through. LYX 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 277 Selecting the Right Engine Oil Selecting the Right Engine Oil (Gasoline Engines) Caution (Diesel Engines) Selecting the right engine oil Failure to use the recommended Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil engine oil or equivalent can result depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade. in engine damage not covered by specification and viscosity grade: See Recommended Fluids and the vehicle warranty. Lubricants 0 369. Specification Ask for and use engine oils that Specification Viscosity Grade meet the dexos2 specification. Use full synthetic engine oils that For the LYX 1.5L L4 turbo engine, Engine oils that have been meet the dexos1 specification. use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade approved by GM as meeting the Engine oils that have been engine oil. dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. See approved by GM as meeting the For the LTG 2.0L L4 turbo engine, www.gmdexos.com. dexos1 specification are marked use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade with the dexos1 approved logo. See engine oil. Cold Temperature Use of Substitute Engine Oils if www.gmdexos.com. Operation: In an area of extreme dexos2 is unavailable: In the event cold, where the temperature falls that dexos2-approved engine oil is below −29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE not available at an oil change or for 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of maintaining proper oil level, you this viscosity grade will provide may use substitute engine oil that easier cold starting for the engine at meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate extremely low temperatures. viscosity grade. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification. See “Specification” earlier in this section. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
278 Vehicle Care will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification. See “Specification” earlier in this section. Caution Engine Oil Additives/Engine Use only engine oil that is Oil Flushes approved to the dexos2 Do not add anything to the oil. The specification or equivalent engine recommended oils meeting the oil as defined in the preceding dexos specification are all that is paragraph. Failure to use the needed for good performance and recommended engine oil can engine protection. result in engine damage not Engine oil system flushes are not covered by the vehicle warranty. recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the Viscosity Grade vehicle warranty. Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade What to Do with Used Oil engine oil. Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause Cold Temperature Operation: In an cancer. Do not let used oil stay on area of extreme cold, where the your skin for very long. Clean your temperature falls below −29 °C skin and nails with soap and water, (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-40 oil may be or a good hand cleaner. Wash or used. An oil of this viscosity grade properly dispose of clothing or rags Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 279 containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it Life System use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the Used oil can be a threat to the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. engine oil is changed so that the environment. If you change your system can calculate the next own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). engine oil change. To reset the from the filter before disposal. Never system: dispose of oil by putting it in the It is possible that, if driving under trash or pouring it on the ground, the best conditions, the oil life 1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE into sewers, or into streams or system may indicate that an oil on the DIC menu. See Driver change is not necessary for up to a Information Center (DIC) (Base bodies of water. Recycle it by taking 0 it to a place that collects used oil. year. The engine oil and filter must Level and Midlevel) 123 or be changed at least once a year Driver Information Center (DIC) and, at this time, the system must (Uplevel) 0 129. Engine Oil Life System be reset. Your dealer has trained 2. Press and hold V for several When to Change Engine Oil service people who will perform this work and reset the system. It is also seconds while the Oil Life This vehicle has a computer system important to check the oil regularly display is active to reset the Oil that indicates when to change the over the course of an oil drain Life system. engine oil and filter. This is based interval and keep it at the proper 3. REMAINING OIL LIFE 100% on a combination of factors which level. will be displayed when the oil include engine revolutions, engine life system is successfully temperature, and miles driven. If the system is ever reset reset. Based on driving conditions, the accidentally, the oil must be mileage at which an oil change is changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) The oil life system can also be reset indicated can vary considerably. For since the last oil change. as follows: the oil life system to work properly, Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. 1. Place the ignition in Service the system must be reset every time Mode. See Ignition Positions the oil is changed. 0 180. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
280 Vehicle Care 2. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE Change the fluid at the intervals Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on the DIC menu. See Driver listed in Maintenance Schedule Information Center (DIC) (Base 0 360, and be sure to use the The engine air cleaner/filter is in the Level and Midlevel) 0 123 or transmission fluid listed in engine compartment on the Driver Information Center (DIC) Recommended Fluids and passenger side of the vehicle. See (Uplevel) 0 129. Lubricants 0 369. Engine Compartment Overview 0 270. 3. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times Caution When to Inspect the Engine Air within five seconds. Cleaner/Filter Use of the incorrect automatic 4. If the display changes to 100%, transmission fluid may damage For intervals on changing and the system is reset. the vehicle, and the damage may inspecting the engine air cleaner/ If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON not be covered by the vehicle filter, see Maintenance Schedule 0 message comes back on when the warranty. Always use the correct 360. vehicle is started, the engine oil life automatic transmission fluid. See How to Inspect the Engine Air system has not reset. Repeat the Recommended Fluids and Cleaner/Filter procedure. Lubricants 0 369. Do not start the engine or have the Automatic Transmission engine running with the engine air There is a special procedure for cleaner/filter housing open. Before Fluid checking and changing the removing the engine air cleaner/ It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid. Because this filter, make sure that the engine air transmission fluid level. procedure is difficult, this should be cleaner/filter housing and nearby A transmission fluid leak is the only done by your dealer. components are free of dirt and reason for fluid loss. If a leak debris. Remove the engine air occurs, take the vehicle to your cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake dealer and have it repaired as soon the engine air cleaner/filter (away as possible. from the vehicle), to release loose dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter for damage, and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 281 replace if damaged. Do not clean 1. Open the hood. See Hood How to Reinstall the Engine the engine air cleaner/filter or 0 268. Air Cleaner/Filter components with water or 2. Loosen the screw on the air compressed air. duct clamp (2) and remove the To inspect or replace the engine air air duct hose from the cover. cleaner/filter: 3. Remove the four screws (1) and remove the air cleaner/ filter cover, keeping the wiring harness electrical connector (3) connected to the sensor. 4. Pull straight up on the cover, and while holding the cover, remove the air cleaner/filter. 5. Inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter. 1. Align the air cleaner/filter with the indicated point on the base of the air cleaner/filter housing 1.5L Gas Engine Shown, 1.6L and install the air cleaner/filter. Diesel Engine and 2.0L Gas The outer air cleaner/filter seal must be fitted properly in the Engine Similar air cleaner/filter housing. 1. Screws 2. Align the air cleaner/filter 2. Air Duct Clamp housing cover tabs to the air 3. Electrical Connector cleaner/filter housing. 3. Install the air cleaner/filter housing cover using the four screws. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
282 Vehicle Care 4. Slide the air duct onto the Cooling System cover assembly and tighten the screw on the air duct clamp. 5. Verify that the wiring harness connector is fully connected to the sensor on the air cleaner/ filter housing.
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Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. Use caution 1.6L Diesel Engine when working on the engine. Do 1.5L Gas Engine 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out not start the engine or drive the of View) vehicle with the air cleaner/filter 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank off, as flames may be present if of View) and Pressure Cap the engine backfires. 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
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If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when driving. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 283 If the coolant inside the coolant overheating, the fan should be surge tank is boiling, do not do running. If it is not, the vehicle anything else until it cools down. needs service. Turn off the engine. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. Engine Coolant The coolant level should be at the The engine cooling system in the top rib on the middle of the tank. If it vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL is not, the vehicle may have a leak engine coolant mixture. This coolant at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, needs to be checked and changed radiator, water pump, or somewhere at appropriate levels. See else in the cooling system. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 369 and Maintenance Schedule 0 360. 2.0L Gas Engine { Warning The following explains the cooling 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out Do not touch heater or radiator system and how to check and add of View) hoses, or other engine parts. coolant when it is low. If there is a 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank They can be very hot and can problem with engine overheating, and Pressure Cap burn you. Do not run the engine if see Engine Overheating 0 286. there is a leak; all coolant could What to Use { Warning leak out. That could cause an engine fire and can burn you. Fix An underhood electric fan can any leak before driving the { Warning start up even when the engine is vehicle. not running and can cause injury. Plain water, or other liquids such Keep hands, clothing, and tools as alcohol, can boil before the away from any underhood If there seems to be no leak, with proper coolant mixture will. With electric fan. the engine on, check to see if the plain water or the wrong mixture, electric engine cooling fan is the engine could get too hot but running. If the engine is (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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there would not be an overheat Do not use anything other than a warning. The engine could catch mix of DEX-COOL coolant that fire and you or others could be meets GM Standard burned. GMW3420 and clean, drinkable water. Anything else can cause Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, damage to the engine cooling drinkable water and DEX-COOL system and the vehicle, which coolant. If using this mixture, would not be covered by the nothing else needs to be added. vehicle warranty. This mixture: Check to see if coolant is visible in . Gives freezing protection down Never dispose of engine coolant by the coolant surge tank. If the coolant to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside putting it in the trash, pouring it on inside the coolant surge tank is temperature. the ground, or pouring into sewers, boiling, do not do anything else until streams, or bodies of water. Have it cools down. If coolant is visible . Gives boiling protection up to the coolant changed by an but the coolant level mark is not 129 °C (265 °F), engine authorized service center, familiar visible, add a 50/50 mixture of temperature. with legal requirements regarding clean, drinkable water and . Protects against rust and used coolant disposal. This will help DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant corrosion. protect the environment and your surge tank to the top rib on the health. . Will not damage aluminum parts. middle of the tank, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is . Helps keep the proper engine Checking Coolant done. See Engine Overheating temperature. The vehicle must be on a level 0 286. surface when checking the coolant level. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 285 The coolant surge tank is located in 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly the engine compartment on the Warning (Continued) counterclockwise. If a hiss is driver side of the vehicle. See heard, wait for that to stop. Engine Compartment Overview including the pressure cap, is hot. A hiss means there is still 0 270. Wait for the cooling system and some pressure left. pressure cap to cool. How to Add Coolant to the 2. Keep turning the pressure cap Surge Tank slowly and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Caution { Warning the proper mixture to the mark Failure to follow the specific pointed to on the front of the Spilling coolant on hot engine coolant surge tank. coolant fill procedure could cause parts can burn you. Coolant the engine to overheat and could 4. With the coolant surge tank contains ethylene glycol and it will cause system damage. If coolant pressure cap off, start the burn if the engine parts are hot is not visible in the surge tank, engine and let it run until you enough. contact your dealer. can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside { Warning the coolant surge tank may be Steam and scalding liquids from a lower. If the level is lower, add hot cooling system are under more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the pressure. Turning the pressure level reaches the mark pointed cap, even a little, can cause them to on the front of the coolant to come out at high speed and The coolant surge tank pressure surge tank. you could be burned. Never turn cap can be removed when the the cap when the cooling system, cooling system, including the surge 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. (Continued) tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
286 Vehicle Care If the decision to lift the hood is Caution made, make sure the vehicle is Warning (Continued) parked on a level surface. Then If the pressure cap is not tightly check to see if the engine cooling cap, even a little, can cause them installed, coolant loss and engine fan is running. If the engine is to come out at high speed and damage may occur. Be sure the overheating, the fan should be you could be burned. Never turn cap is properly and tightly running. If it is not, do not continue the cap when the cooling system, secured. to run the engine, and have the including the pressure cap, is hot. vehicle serviced. Wait for the cooling system and Engine Overheating pressure cap to cool. Caution The vehicle has an engine coolant If No Steam Is Coming from temperature gauge on the Do not run the engine if there is a the Engine Compartment instrument cluster and overheat leak in the engine cooling system. messages in the Driver Information This can cause a loss of all If the engine coolant temperature Center (DIC) to warn of engine coolant and can damage the gauge is in the overheat zone or an overheating. See Engine Coolant system and vehicle. Have any engine overheat DIC message is 0 Temperature Gauge 111. The DIC leaks fixed right away. displayed but no steam can be seen also displays overheat messages. or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine The decision may be made not to lift If Steam Is Coming from the the hood when the engine coolant can get a little too hot when the temperature gauge is in the Engine Compartment vehicle: overheat zone or an engine . Climbs a long hill on a hot day { Warning overheat DIC message displays, but . Stops after high-speed driving instead to get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Steam and scalding liquids from a . Idles for long periods in traffic 0 hot cooling system are under Program 381. . Tows a trailer pressure. Turning the pressure (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 287 If the engine coolant temperature If the engine coolant temperature Adding Washer Fluid gauge is in the overheat zone and gauge is still in the overheat zone or an overheat DIC message is an overheat DIC message still displayed with no sign of steam: displays, pull over, stop, and park 1. Turn the air conditioning off. the vehicle right away. If overheat messages appear repeatedly, see 2. Turn the heater on to the your dealer. highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the If there is no sign of steam, idle the windows as necessary. engine for three minutes while Open the cap with the washer parked. If the engine coolant symbol on it. Add washer fluid until 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off temperature gauge is still in the the tank is full. See Engine the road, shift to P (Park) or overheat zone or an overheat DIC Compartment Overview 0 270 for N (Neutral), and let the message displays, turn off the reservoir location. engine idle. engine until it cools down. If the engine coolant temperature Caution gauge is no longer in the overheat Washer Fluid zone or an overheat DIC message . Do not use washer fluid that no longer displays, the vehicle can What to Use contains any type of water be driven. Continue to drive the When windshield washer fluid is repellent coating. This can vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes. needed, be sure to read the cause the wiper blades to Keep a safe distance from the manufacturer's instructions before chatter or skip. vehicle in front. If the engine coolant use. If operating the vehicle in an . Do not use engine coolant temperature gauge does not go area where the temperature may fall (antifreeze) in the back to the overheat zone or an below freezing, use a fluid that has windshield washer. It can overheat DIC message does not sufficient protection against damage the windshield display, continue to drive normally freezing. washer system and paint. and have the cooling system (Continued) checked for proper fill and function. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
288 Vehicle Care be heard all the time when the inspect brake pads for wear and Caution (Continued) vehicle is moving, except when evenly tighten wheel nuts in the applying the brake pedal firmly. proper sequence to torque . Do not mix water with specifications. See Capacities and ready-to-use washer fluid. Specifications 0 374. Water can cause the { Warning solution to freeze and Brake pads should be replaced as The brake wear warning sound damage the washer fluid complete sets. means that soon the brakes will tank and other parts of the Brake Pedal Travel washer system. not work well. That could lead to a crash. When the brake wear See your dealer if the brake pedal . When using concentrated warning sound is heard, have the does not return to normal height, washer fluid, follow the vehicle serviced. or if there is a rapid increase in manufacturer instructions for pedal travel. This could be a sign adding water. that brake service may be required. . Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when Caution Replacing Brake System Parts it is very cold. This allows Continuing to drive with worn-out Always replace brake system parts for fluid expansion if with new, approved replacement freezing occurs, which could brake pads could result in costly brake repair. parts. If this is not done, the brakes damage the tank if it is may not work properly. The braking completely full. performance expected can change Some driving conditions or climates in many other ways if the wrong can cause a brake squeal when the replacement brake parts are Brakes brakes are first applied or lightly installed or if parts are improperly Disc brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean installed. indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes. warning sound when the brake pads Properly torqued wheel nuts are are worn and new pads are needed. necessary to help prevent brake The sound can come and go or can pulsation. When tires are rotated, Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 289 Brake Fluid . A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system. Have the level, the brake warning light comes brake hydraulic system fixed. on. See Brake System Warning With a leak, the brakes will not Light 0 116. work well. Brake fluid absorbs water over time Always clean the brake fluid which degrades the effectiveness of reservoir cap and the area around the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid the cap before removing it. at the specified intervals to prevent The brake master cylinder reservoir increased stopping distance. See Do not top off the brake fluid. 0 is filled with GM approved DOT 3 Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Maintenance Schedule 360. brake fluid as indicated on the If fluid is added when the linings are What to Add reservoir cap. See Engine worn, there will be too much fluid Compartment Overview 0 270 for when new brake linings are Use only GM approved DOT 3 the location of the reservoir. installed. Add or remove fluid, as brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. See Recommended Checking Brake Fluid necessary, only when work is done 0 on the brake hydraulic system. Fluids and Lubricants 369. With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level surface, the brake fluid level { Warning { Warning should be between the minimum and maximum marks on the brake If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake fluid reservoir. can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the brake system. This could result in There are only two reasons why the if the engine is hot enough. You brake fluid level in the reservoir may or others could be burned, and the loss of braking leading to a go down: the vehicle could be damaged. possible injury. Always use the proper GM approved brake fluid. . Normal brake lining wear. When Add brake fluid only when work is new linings are installed, the done on the brake hydraulic fluid level goes back up. system. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
290 Vehicle Care When using a 12-volt battery Caution charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, Warning (Continued) some chargers have an AGM If brake fluid is spilled on the battery setting on the charger. HANDLING. For more information vehicle's painted surfaces, the If available, use the AGM setting on go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ paint finish can be damaged. the charger, to limit charge voltage passenger-vehicle. Immediately wash off any painted to 14.8 volts. Follow the charger surface. manufacturer's instructions. See California Proposition 0 Stop/Start System 65 Warning 266 and the back cover. Battery - North America The vehicle has a Stop/Start system The original equipment battery is to shut off the engine to help Vehicle Storage maintenance free. Do not remove conserve fuel. See Stop/Start the cap and do not add fluid. System 0 184. { Warning Refer to the replacement number Batteries have acid that can burn shown on the original battery label { Warning you and gas that can explode. when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview WARNING: Battery posts, You can be badly hurt if you are 0 270 for battery location. terminals, and related not careful. See Jump Starting - accessories contain lead and lead North America 0 341 for tips on For replacement of the battery, see compounds, chemicals known to working around a battery without your dealer. the State of California to cause getting hurt. The vehicle has an Absorbed Glass cancer and birth defects or other Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery. reproductive harm. Batteries also Infrequent Usage: Remove the Installation of a standard 12-volt contain other chemicals known to black, negative (−) cable from the battery will result in reduced 12-volt the State of California to cause battery to keep the battery from battery life. cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER running down. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 291 Extended Storage: Remove the Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle Shift Lock Control charger. { Warning Function Check When you are doing this All-Wheel Drive inspection, the vehicle could { Warning move suddenly. If the vehicle Transfer Case When you are doing this moves, you or others could be inspection, the vehicle could Under normal driving conditions, injured. transfer case fluid does not require move suddenly. If the vehicle maintenance unless there is a fluid moves, you or others could be leak or unusual noise. If required, 1. Before starting this check, be injured. have the transfer case serviced by sure there is enough room around the vehicle. your dealer. 1. Before starting this check, be 2. Apply both the parking brake sure there is enough room and the regular brake. around the vehicle. It should be Do not use the accelerator parked on a level surface. pedal, and be ready to turn off 2. Apply the parking brake. Be the engine immediately if it ready to apply the regular starts. brake immediately if the vehicle 3. Try to start the engine in each begins to move. gear. The vehicle should start 3. With the engine off, turn the only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). ignition on, but do not start the If the vehicle starts in any other engine. Without applying the position, contact your dealer for regular brake, try to move the service. shift lever out of P (Park) with Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
292 Vehicle Care normal effort. If the shift lever pressure from the regular brake moves out of P (Park), contact pedal. Do this until the vehicle is Caution your dealer for service. held by the parking brake only. Allowing the wiper arm to touch . To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) the windshield when no wiper mechanism's holding ability: blade is installed could damage Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to the windshield. Any damage that P (Park). Then release the occurs would not be covered by { Warning parking brake followed by the the vehicle warranty. Do not allow regular brake. the wiper arm to touch the When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is windshield. the vehicle could begin to move. required. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement Front Wiper Blade Make sure there is room in front Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be of the vehicle in case it begins to To replace the wiper blade: roll. Be ready to apply the regular replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule 0 360. 1. Pull the wiper assembly away brake at once should the vehicle from the windshield. begin to move. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and Park on a fairly steep hill, with the length, see Maintenance vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Replacement Parts 0 370. your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. . To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 293 Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. The rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a cover for protection. To remove the cover:
2. Lift up on the latch in the 1. Slide a plastic tool under the 2. Push the release lever (2) to middle of the wiper blade cover and push upward to disengage the hook and push where the wiper arm attaches. unsnap. the wiper arm (1) out of the blade assembly (3). 3. With the latch open, pull the 2. Slide the cover toward the wiper blade down toward the wiper blade tip to unhook it 3. Push the new blade assembly windshield far enough to from the blade assembly. securely on the wiper arm until the release lever clicks into release it from the J-hooked 3. Remove the cover. end of the wiper arm. place. 4. After wiper blade replacement, 4. Remove the wiper blade. ensure that the cover hook Windshield Replacement 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper slides into the slot in the blade blade replacement. assembly. Driver Assistance Systems 5. Snap the cover down to If the windshield needs to be secure. replaced and the vehicle is equipped with a front camera sensor To replace the wiper blade: for the Driver Assistance Systems, a GM replacement windshield is Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
294 Vehicle Care recommended. The replacement windshield must be installed { Warning according to GM specifications for proper alignment. If it is not, these If the gas struts that hold open systems may not work properly, they the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, may display messages, or they may you or others could be seriously not work at all. See your dealer for injured. Take the vehicle to your proper windshield replacement. dealer for service immediately. Visually inspect the gas struts for Acoustic Windshield signs of wear, cracks, or other The vehicle is equipped with an damage periodically. Check to acoustic windshield. If the make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate windshield needs to be replaced, be is held open with enough force. Hood sure to get an acoustic windshield If struts are failing to hold the so you will continue to have the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not benefits an acoustic windshield can operate. Have the vehicle provide. serviced. Gas Strut(s) This vehicle is equipped with gas Caution strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood/ Do not apply tape or hang any trunk/liftgate system in full open objects from gas struts. Also do position. not push down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle. Trunk
See Maintenance Schedule 0 360. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 295 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, or any bulb changing If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, procedure not listed in this section, the headlamp aim may be affected. contact your dealer. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, see your dealer. Caution Do not replace incandescent bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can Liftgate cause damage to the vehicle electrical system.
Halogen Bulbs
{ Warning
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
296 Vehicle Care High Intensity Discharge 3. Remove the cover from the back of the headlamp (HID) Lighting assembly by turning it counterclockwise. { Warning 4. Disconnect the electrical The High Intensity Discharge connector. (HID) lighting system operates at 5. Remove the bulb from the lamp a very high voltage. If you try to assembly by turning service any of the system counterclockwise. components, you could be 6. Install a new bulb in the lamp seriously injured. Have your assembly. dealer or a qualified technician Driver Side Shown, Passenger service them. 7. Connect the electrical Side Similar connector.
After an HID headlamp bulb has 1. Headlamp 8. Replace the cover from the been replaced, the beam might be a back of the headlamp To replace one of the headlamp assembly by turning it slightly different shade than it was bulbs: originally. This is normal. clockwise. 1. Open the hood. See Hood 0 9. For the driver side, reinstall the LED Lighting 268. battery cover. Reinstall the 2. For the driver side bulb, windshield washer bottle filler This vehicle has several LED lamps. remove the battery cover. neck by firmly pushing it For replacement of any LED lighting Remove the windshield washer straight into the bottle. Make assembly, contact your dealer. bottle filler neck by firmly sure that the filler neck clip pulling it straight up and out of engages into the bracket on Headlamps the bottle. the upper tie-bar. Bi-halogen headlamp shown. For the passenger side, For the passenger side, remove the air cleaner cover. reinstall the air cleaner cover. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 297 Front Turn Signal and 4. Turn the bulb socket 2. Remove the two screw covers Fog Lamps counterclockwise and pull the from the taillamp assembly. bulb straight out of the socket. 3. Remove the two screws 5. Replace the bulb and reverse securing the taillamp assembly. Steps 1–4 to reinstall. 4. Pull the taillamp assembly out of the vehicle body. Taillamps 5. Disconnect the lamp wiring harness. 6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out. 7. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Driver Side Shown, Passenger 8. Install the new bulb. Side Similar 9. Push the bulb socket in and To replace one of these lamps: turn it clockwise. 1. Remove the fastener to remove 10. Reverse Steps 2–5 to reinstall the access panel. Driver Side Shown, Passenger the lamp assembly. 2. Access the lamp through the Side Similar hole in the underbody air deflector. 1. Sidemarker 2. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Rear 3. Disconnect the electrical Turn Signal connector from the bulb assembly. To replace one of these lamps: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 21. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
298 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 1. Bulb Socket Electrical System 2. Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly Electrical System To replace one of these bulbs: Overload 1. Open the liftgate partway. See The vehicle has fuses and circuit Liftgate 0 21. breakers to protect against an 2. Push the lamp assembly electrical system overload. outboard to remove. When the electrical load current is 3. Pull the lamp assembly down too heavy, the circuit breaker opens to remove it from the liftgate. and closes, protecting the circuit 4. Turn the bulb socket (1) until the current load returns to counterclockwise to remove it normal or the problem is fixed. This Lamp Assembly from the lamp assembly (3). greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by 5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of electrical problems. the bulb socket (1). Replace a bad fuse with a new one 6. Push the replacement bulb of the identical size and rating. straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket If there is a problem on the road and clockwise to install it into the a fuse needs to be replaced, the lamp assembly. same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of 7. Push the lamp assembly into the vehicle that is not needed to use the liftgate engaging the clip and replace it as soon as possible. side first. 8. Push on the lamp side opposite Bulb Assembly the clip until the lamp assembly snaps into place. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 299 Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from An electrical overload may cause Breakers another fuse location, if a fuse goes the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are out. Replace the fuse as soon as some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a possible. headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or There is a fuse puller in the engine breakers. This greatly reduces the remain off. compartment fuse block. It can be chance of damage caused by used to easily remove fuses from Windshield Wipers electrical problems. the fuse block. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield { Danger Engine Compartment wipers will stop until the motor cools Fuses and circuit breakers are Fuse Block and will then restart. marked with their ampere rating. Although the circuit is protected Do not exceed the from electrical overload, overload specified amperage rating when due to heavy snow or ice may replacing fuses and circuit cause wiper linkage damage. breakers. Use of an oversized Always clear ice and heavy snow fuse or circuit breaker can result from the windshield before using the in a vehicle fire. You and others windshield wipers. could be seriously injured or If the overload is caused by an killed. electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
300 Vehicle Care To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the clips on the cover and lift it straight up. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 270.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. F05 FlexFuel sensor Fuses Usage F06 Transmission control module F01 Starter 1 F07 – F02 Starter 2 F08 Engine control F03 Lambda sensor 1 module F04 Engine control F09 Air conditioning module clutch Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F10 Canister vent F25 Diesel fuel heater F41 Transmission range solenoid (diesel only) control module F11 Fuel system F26 – F42 Motorized headlamp F12 Front heated seats F27 Antilock brake F43 – F13 Engine valves F44 Interior rearview coolant pump F28 LD trailer mirror F14 – F29 Rear window F45 Passenger side F15 Lambda sensor 2 defogger ventilated seat F16 Ignition coils F30 Mirror defroster F46 Driver side ventilated seat F17 Engine control F31 – module F32 Variable functions F47 Steering column lock assembly F18 Selective catalytic F33 – F48 Rear wiper reduction module F34 Horn (diesel only) F49 – F35 – F19 NOx soot sensor F50 Heated steering (diesel only) F36 Right high-beam wheel headlamp F20 DC DC converter 2 F51 Right daytime F37 Left high-beam running lamp F21 Shift control headlamp F22 Antilock brake pump F52 Engine control F38 Automatic headlamp module/ F23 Front/Rear leveling Transmission control washer pump F39 Fog lamps F53 – F24 – F40 – Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Fuses Usage Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse F54 – K12 High-beam Block F55 Front wiper speed/ headlamps Control K13 Headlamps/Daytime running lamps F56 – F57 Left daytime K14 Run/Crank running lamp K15 Rear window defogger Relays Usage *K16 Horn K01 Starter solenoid *K17 Selective catalytic K02 Air conditioning reduction control (diesel only) K03 Engine control *K18 Fog lamps The instrument panel fuse block is module *K19 Coolant pump under the instrument panel on the K04 Front wiper control *K20 – driver side. K05 Starter solenoid *K21 Rear washer pump To access the fuses, press and K06 Fuel *K22 Front washer pump release the latch near the top center heater (diesel only) square. *K23 Rear wiper control K07 – Apply pressure to the two retaining * PCB relays are not serviceable. tabs on the sides of the cover, until K08 – the two retaining tabs clear the K09 Front wiper speed sides of the instrument panel. Allow the panel to move downward and K10 – out of the way. K11 – Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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To reinstall the cover, reverse the Fuses Usage steps. F03 Trailer brake The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays F04 Heating, ventilation, shown. and air conditioning blower F05 Body control module 2 F06 CGM F07 – F08 Body control module 3 F09 Amplifier F10 – F11 – F12 – F13 – F14 – F15 Transmission control module F16 Front heated seats Fuses Usage F17 Left data link F01 DC AC inverter connector F02 Front windows Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage F18 Body control F32 Body control K03 Liftgate module 7 module 8 K04 – F19 Exterior mirror F33 Heating, ventilation, K05 Logistics F20 Body control and air conditioning module 1 F34 Passive entry, Circuit Usage F21 Body control passive start Breakers module 4 F35 Liftgate latch CB1 – F22 Body control F36 Wireless charger CB2 Auxiliary power module 6 module/USB outlet console F23 Electric steering accessory column lock F37 Cigarette lighter F24 Sensing and F38 OnStar diagnostic module F39 Instrument F25 Occupancy sensor panel USB F26 – F40 Camera module/ F27 Power seats Liftgate module F28 Rear windows F41 Park assist module F42 Radio F29 – F30 – Relays Usage F31 Steering wheel K01 – controls K02 Retained accessory power Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 305 Rear Compartment Fuse Block
Remove the trim plate to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped The rear compartment fuse block is with all of the fuses and relays behind a trim panel on the side of shown. the rear compartment. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage F1 Exhaust fuel F14 Right trailer K3 Left trailer heater/Selective stoplamp/Turn stoplamp/Turn catalytic reduction signal lamp signal lamp power module F15 Left parking lamp K4 Park lamps (diesel only) F16 Right parking lamp K5 Exhaust fuel F2 Liftgate F17 Video processing heater/Selective F3 Trailer auxiliary module catalytic reduction power power module F18 Left trailer (diesel only) F4 Passenger stoplamp/Turn power seat signal lamp F5 Memory seat F19 All-wheel drive module F20 Lumbar F6 Sunroof F21 Rear auxiliary F7 Side blind zone power outlet alert F22 Rear drive unit F8 Trailer reverse lamps Relays Usage F9 Rear heated seat 1 K1 Right trailer F10 Park lamps stoplamp/Turn F11 Rear heated seat 2 signal lamp F12 – K2 Trailer reverse lamps F13 Trailer parking lamp Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc. the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair, manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and are cold. mount the tires. { Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in more likely to be cut, . Poorly maintained and excess of 56 km/h punctured, or broken by (35 mph) on slippery improperly used tires are a sudden impact — such dangerous. surfaces such as snow, as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive . Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode. result of too much . Worn or old tires can flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the All-Season Tires blowout and a serious tread is badly worn, crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. This vehicle may come with 0 all-season tires. These tires are Limits 176. (Continued) (Continued) designed to provide good overall Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
308 Vehicle Care performance on most road surfaces roads is expected. See your dealer Tire Sidewall Labeling and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. Useful information about a tire is specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 322. molded into its sidewall. The have a TPC specification code With winter tires, there may be examples show a typical molded onto the sidewall. Original decreased dry road traction, passenger vehicle tire and a equipment all-season tires can be increased road noise, and shorter compact spare tire sidewall. identified by the last two characters tread life. After changing to winter of this TPC code, which will tires, be alert for changes in vehicle be “MS.” handling and braking. Consider installing winter tires on If using winter tires: the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and expected. All-season tires provide tread type on all four wheel adequate performance for most positions. winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires. See Winter Tires 0 308. Winter tires with the same speed Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Winter Tires rating as the original equipment tires (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a may not be available for H, V, W, Y, combination of letters and This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter numbers used to define a equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's particular tire's width, height, traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability. aspect ratio, construction type, roads. Consider installing winter and service description. See the tires on the vehicle if frequent “Tire Size” illustration later in this driving on ice or snow covered section. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 309 (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would resistance. For more information Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date see Uniform Tire Quality Specification) : Original of 0310. Grading 0 324. equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance (TIN) : The letters and numbers Load Limit : Maximum load that criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT (Department can be carried and the code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the maximum pressure needed to GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN). support that load. exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the guidelines. manufacturer and plant code, (3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was Transportation) : The manufactured. The TIN is Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the (DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture. U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread. DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality Manufacture : The last four Grading (UTQG) : Tire Compact Spare Tire Example digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to (1) Tire Ply Material : The type manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three of cord and number of plies in digits represent the week (01 – performance factors: treadwear, the sidewall and under the tread. 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature year. For example, the third (2) Temporary Use Only : The compact spare tire or temporary use tire should not be driven at Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
310 Vehicle Care speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). (5) Tire Inflation : The Tire Designations The compact spare tire is for temporary use tire or compact emergency use when a regular spare tire should be inflated to Tire Size road tire has lost air and gone 420 kPa (60 psi). For more The example shows a typical flat. If the vehicle has a compact information on tire pressure and passenger vehicle tire size. spare tire, see Compact Spare inflation see Tire Pressure Tire 0 340 and 0 313. 0 If a Tire Goes Flat 327. (6) Tire Size : A combination of (3) Tire Identification Number letters and numbers define a (TIN) : The letters and numbers tire's width, height, aspect ratio, following the DOT (Department construction type, and service of Transportation) code are the description. The letter “T” as the (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : Tire Identification Number (TIN). first character in the tire size The United States version of a The TIN shows the means the tire is for temporary metric tire sizing system. The manufacturer and plant code, use only. letter “P” as the first character in tire size, and date the tire was (7) TPC Spec (Tire the tire size means a passenger manufactured. The TIN is Performance Criteria vehicle tire engineered to molded onto both sides of the Specification) : Original standards set by the U.S. Tire tire, although only one side may equipment tires designed to and Rim Association. have the date of manufacture. GM's specific tire performance (2) Tire Width : The three-digit (4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification number indicates the tire section Load Limit : Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. width in millimeters from can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or sidewall to sidewall. maximum pressure needed to exceed all federal safety support that load. guidelines. (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 311 For example, if the tire size Tire Terminology and Bead : The tire bead contains aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Definitions steel wires wrapped by steel item (3) of the illustration, it cords that hold the tire onto would mean that the tire's Air Pressure : The amount of the rim. air inside the tire pressing sidewall is 60 percent as high as Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire it is wide. outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is in which the plies are laid at (4) Construction Code : A letter expressed in kPa (kilopascal) alternate angles less than code is used to indicate the type or psi (pounds per square inch). 90 degrees to the centerline of of ply construction in the tire. the tread. Accessory Weight : The The letter “R” means radial ply Cold Tire Pressure : The construction; the letter “D” combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of amount of air pressure in a tire, means diagonal or bias ply measured in kPa (kilopascal) construction. optional accessories are automatic transmission, power or psi (pounds per square inch) (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of windows, power seats, and air before a tire has built up heat the wheel in inches. conditioning. from driving. See Tire Pressure 0 313. (6) Service Description : These Aspect Ratio : The relationship characters represent the load of a tire's height to its width. Curb Weight : The weight of a index and speed rating of the motor vehicle with standard and tire. The load index represents Belt : A rubber coated layer of optional equipment including the the load carrying capacity a tire cords between the plies and the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, is certified to carry. The speed tread. Cords may be made from and coolant, but without rating is the maximum speed a steel or other reinforcing passengers and cargo. materials. tire is certified to carry a load. DOT Markings : A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
312 Vehicle Care Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A Normal Occupant Weight : The (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by includes the Tire Identification vehicles. 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load 0 Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned Limits 176. designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279 Occupant Distribution : identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load Designated seating positions. production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire. date of production. Outward Facing Sidewall : The Maximum Inflation Pressure : side of an asymmetrical tire that GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum air pressure to has a particular side that faces Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 which a cold tire can be inflated. outward when mounted on a 176. The maximum air pressure is vehicle. The side of the tire that GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall. contains a whitewall, bears Rating for the front axle. See white lettering, or bears 0 Maximum Load Rating : The Vehicle Load Limits 176. load rating for a tire at the manufacturer, brand, and/or GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight maximum permissible inflation model name molding that is Rating for the rear axle. See pressure for that tire. higher or deeper than the same Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. moldings on the other sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle of the tire. Intended Outboard Sidewall : Weight : The sum of curb The side of an asymmetrical tire weight, accessory weight, Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A that must always face outward vehicle capacity weight, and tire used on passenger cars and when mounted on a vehicle. production options weight. some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air pressure. Recommended Inflation Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's recommended Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 313 tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators : Narrow Vehicle Maximum Load on the on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear Tire : Load on an individual tire Pressure 0 313 and bars, that show across the tread due to curb weight, accessory Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. of a tire when only 1.6 mm weight, occupant weight, and Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic (1/16 in) of tread remains. See cargo weight. When It Is Time for New Tires tire in which the ply cords that 0 Vehicle Placard : A label extend to the beads are laid at 321. permanently attached to a 90 degrees to the centerline of UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality vehicle showing the vehicle the tread. Grading Standards) : A tire capacity weight and the original Rim : A metal support for a tire information system that provides equipment tire size and and upon which the tire beads consumers with ratings for a recommended inflation pressure. are seated. tire's traction, temperature, and See “Tire and Loading treadwear. Ratings are Information Label” under Vehicle Sidewall : The portion of a tire determined by tire Load Limits 0 176. between the tread and the bead. manufacturers using Speed Rating : An government testing procedures. Tire Pressure alphanumeric code assigned to The ratings are molded into the Tires need the correct amount of a tire indicating the maximum sidewall of the tire. See Uniform 0 air pressure to operate speed at which a tire can Tire Quality Grading 324. effectively. operate. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The Traction : The friction between number of designated seating the tire and the road surface. positions multiplied by The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load Tread : The portion of a tire that Limits 0 176. comes into contact with the road. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
314 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading How to Check { Warning Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire. that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure can result in: minimum air pressure needed to when the tires are cold, meaning support the vehicle's maximum . Tire overloading and the vehicle has not been driven load carrying capacity. See for at least three hours or no overheating which could Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. lead to a blowout. more than 1.6 km (1 mi). How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the . Premature or affects vehicle handling and ride irregular wear. tire valve stem. Press the tire comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to . Poor handling. with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement. designed to carry. . Reduced fuel economy. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended Overinflated tires, or tires that When to Check pressure on the Tire and Check the pressure of the tires have too much air, can Loading Information label, no once a month or more. Do not result in: further adjustment is necessary. forget the compact spare, if the . Unusual wear. If the inflation pressure is low, vehicle has one. The cold add air until the recommended . Poor handling. compact spare tire pressure pressure is reached. If the should be at 420 kPa (60 psi). . Rough ride. inflation pressure is high, press See Compact Spare Tire 0 340. . Needless damage from on the metal stem in the center road hazards. of the tire valve to release air. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 315 Recheck the tire pressure with tires of a different size than the size not reached the level to trigger the tire gauge. indicated on the vehicle placard or illumination of the TPMS low tire tire inflation pressure label, you pressure telltale. Put the valve caps back on the should determine the proper tire Your vehicle has also been valve stems to keep out dirt and inflation pressure for those tires.) moisture and prevent leaks. Use equipped with a TPMS malfunction As an added safety feature, your indicator to indicate when the only valve caps designed for the vehicle has been equipped with a system is not operating properly. vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors tire pressure monitoring system The TPMS malfunction indicator is could be damaged and would (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure not be covered by the vehicle pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a warranty. of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for under-inflated. approximately one minute and then Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire remain continuously illuminated. System pressure telltale illuminates, you This sequence will continue upon should stop and check your tires as subsequent vehicle start-ups as The Tire Pressure Monitor System soon as possible, and inflate them long as the malfunction exists. (TPMS) uses radio and sensor to the proper pressure. Driving on a When the malfunction indicator is technology to check tire pressure significantly under-inflated tire illuminated, the system may not be levels. The TPMS sensors monitor causes the tire to overheat and can able to detect or signal low tire the air pressure in your tires and lead to tire failure. Under-inflation pressure as intended. TPMS transmit tire pressure readings to a also reduces fuel efficiency and tire malfunctions may occur for a variety receiver located in the vehicle. tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation Each tire, including the spare (if vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or provided), should be checked ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent monthly when cold and inflated to Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly. the inflation pressure recommended substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction by the vehicle manufacturer on the maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more vehicle placard or tire inflation responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to pressure label. (If your vehicle has pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
316 Vehicle Care alternate tires and wheels allow the displays see Driver Information TPMS to continue to function Center (DIC) (Base Level and properly. Midlevel) 0 123 or Driver Information Center (DIC) See Tire Pressure Monitor 0 Operation 0 316. (Uplevel) 129. See Radio Frequency Statement The low tire pressure warning light When a low tire pressure condition 0 387. may come on in cool weather when is detected, the TPMS illuminates the vehicle is first started, and then the low tire pressure warning light turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Tire Pressure Monitor located on the instrument cluster. could be an early indicator that the Operation If the warning light comes on, stop air pressure is getting low and as soon as possible and inflate the This vehicle may have a Tire needs to be inflated to the proper tires to the recommended pressure Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). pressure. shown on the Tire and Loading The TPMS is designed to warn the A Tire and Loading Information Information label. See Vehicle Load driver when a low tire pressure label, attached to your vehicle, Limits 0 176. condition exists. TPMS sensors are shows the size of the original mounted onto each tire and wheel A message to check the pressure in equipment tires and the correct assembly, excluding the spare tire a specific tire displays in the Driver inflation pressure for the tires when and wheel assembly. The TPMS Information Center (DIC). The low they are cold. See Vehicle Load sensors monitor the air pressure in tire pressure warning light and the Limits 0 176, for an example of the the tires and transmit the tire DIC warning message come on at Tire and Loading Information label pressure readings to a receiver each ignition cycle until the tires are and its location. Also see Tire located in the vehicle. inflated to the correct inflation Pressure 0 313. pressure. Using the DIC, tire The TPMS can warn about a low pressure levels can be viewed. For tire pressure condition but it does additional information and details not replace normal tire about the DIC operation and maintenance. See Tire Inspection 0 320, Tire Rotation 0 320 and Tires 0 307. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 317 low tire pressure warning light sensor matching process. See Caution flashes for about one minute and "TPMS Sensor Matching then stays on for the remainder of Process" later in this section. Tire sealant materials are not all the ignition cycle. A DIC warning the same. A non-approved tire . One or more TPMS sensors are message also displays. The missing or damaged. The sealant could damage the TPMS malfunction light and DIC warning sensors. TPMS sensor damage malfunction light and the DIC message come on at each ignition message should go off when the caused by using an incorrect tire cycle until the problem is corrected. sealant is not covered by the TPMS sensors are installed and Some of the conditions that can the sensor matching process is vehicle warranty. Always use only cause these to come on are: performed successfully. See the GM approved tire sealant . One of the road tires has been your dealer for service. available through your dealer or replaced with the spare tire. The included in the vehicle. . Replacement tires or wheels do spare tire does not have a not match the original equipment TPMS sensor. The malfunction tires or wheels. Tires and wheels Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits light and DIC message should other than those recommended use a GM-approved liquid tire go off after the road tire is could prevent the TPMS from sealant. Using non-approved tire replaced and the sensor functioning properly. See Buying sealants could damage the TPMS matching process is performed New Tires 0 322. sensors. See Tire Sealant and successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Compressor Kit 0 328 for Matching Process” later in this . Operating electronic devices or information regarding the inflator kit section. being near facilities using radio materials and instructions. wave frequencies similar to the . The TPMS sensor matching TPMS could cause the TPMS TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not sensors to malfunction. Message completed successfully after rotating the tires. The If the TPMS is not functioning The TPMS will not function properly malfunction light and the DIC properly it cannot detect or signal a if one or more of the TPMS sensors message should go off after low tire pressure condition. See are missing or inoperable. When the successfully completing the system detects a malfunction, the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
318 Vehicle Care your dealer for service if the TPMS Repeat these steps for all If the turn signal lamp does not flash malfunction light and DIC message underinflated tires that have within 15 seconds after starting to come on and stay on. illuminated the low tire pressure inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has warning light. not been activated or is not working. Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) If the hazard warning flashers are This feature provides visual and { Warning on, the tire fill alert visual feedback audible alerts outside the vehicle to will not work properly. help when inflating an underinflated Overinflating a tire could cause tire to the recommended cold tire the tire to rupture and you or The TPMS will not activate the tire pressure. others could be injured. Do not fill alert properly under the following conditions: When the low tire pressure warning exceed the maximum pressure light comes on: listed on the tire sidewall. See . There is interference from an Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 308 and external device or transmitter. 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. place. . The air pressure from the inflation device is not sufficient 2. Set the parking brake firmly. If the tire is overinflated by more to inflate the tire. 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). than 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will . There is a malfunction in 4. Add air to the tire that is sound multiple times and the turn the TPMS. signal lamp will continue to flash for underinflated. The turn signal . There is a malfunction in the lamp will flash. several seconds after filling stops. To release and correct the pressure, horn or turn signal lamps. When the recommended while the turn signal lamp is still . The identification code of the pressure is reached, the horn flashing, briefly press the center of TPMS sensor is not registered to sounds once and the turn the valve stem. When the the system. signal lamp will stop flashing recommended pressure is reached, . The battery of the TPMS sensor and briefly turn solid. the horn sounds once. is low. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 319 If the tire fill alert does not operate See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor 4. Use the DIC controls on the due to TPMS interference, move the Activation Tool at right side of the steering wheel vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or to scroll to the Tire Pressure forward and try again. If the tire fill call 1-800-GM TOOLS screen under the DIC alert feature is not working, use a (1-800-468-6657). info page. tire pressure gauge. There are two minutes to match the 5. Press and hold V in the center TPMS Sensor Matching first tire/wheel position, and of the DIC controls. Process five minutes overall to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it takes The horn sounds twice to Each TPMS sensor has a unique longer, the matching process stops signal the receiver is in relearn identification code. The identification and must be restarted. mode and the TIRE code needs to be matched to a new LEARNING ACTIVE message tire/wheel position after rotating the The TPMS sensor matching displays on the DIC display. process is: vehicle’s tires or replacing one or 6. Start with the driver side more of the TPMS sensors. The 1. Set the parking brake. front tire. TPMS sensor matching process 2. Place the vehicle in Service should also be performed after 7. Place the relearn tool against Mode. See Ignition Positions replacing a spare tire with a road the tire sidewall, near the valve 0 180. tire containing the TPMS sensor. stem. Then press the button to The malfunction light and the DIC 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure activate the TPMS sensor. message should go off at the next info page option is turned on. A horn chirp confirms that the ignition cycle. The sensors are The info pages on the DIC can sensor identification code has matched to the tire/wheel positions, be turned on and off through been matched to this tire and using a TPMS relearn tool, in the the Options menu. See Driver wheel position. following order: driver side front tire, Information Center (DIC) (Base 8. Proceed to the passenger side 0 passenger side front tire, passenger Level and Midlevel) 123 or front tire, and repeat the side rear tire, and driver side rear Driver Information Center (DIC) procedure in Step 7. tire. See your dealer for service or (Uplevel) 0 129. to purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool can also be purchased. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
320 Vehicle Care 9. Proceed to the passenger side . The indicators at three or Tires are rotated to achieve a rear tire, and repeat the more places around the tire more uniform wear for all tires. procedure in Step 7. can be seen. The first rotation is the most 10. Proceed to the driver side rear . There is cord or fabric important. tire, and repeat the procedure showing through the tire's Anytime unusual wear is in Step 7. The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor rubber. noticed, rotate the tires as soon as possible, check for proper tire identification code has been . The tread or sidewall is inflation pressure, and check for matched to the driver side rear cracked, cut, or snagged damaged tires or wheels. If the tire, and the TPMS sensor deep enough to show cord or unusual wear continues after the matching process is no longer fabric. active. The TIRE LEARNING rotation, check the wheel ACTIVE message on the DIC . The tire has a bump, bulge, alignment. See When It Is Time display goes off. or split. for New Tires 0 321 and 0 11. Turn the vehicle off. . The tire has a puncture, cut, Wheel Replacement 326. 12. Set all four tires to the or other damage that cannot recommended air pressure be repaired well because of level as indicated on the Tire the size or location of the and Loading Information label. damage. Tire Inspection Tire Rotation We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 360. for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. Replace the tire if: Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 321 Use this rotation pattern when When It Is Time for New { Warning rotating the tires. Tires Do not include the compact Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors such as maintenance, spare tire in the tire rotation. parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, make wheel nuts become loose Adjust the front and rear tires to vehicle loading, and road conditions after time. The wheel could come affect the wear rate of the tires. the recommended inflation off and cause a crash. When pressure on the Tire and changing a wheel, remove any Loading Information label after rust or dirt from places where the the tires have been rotated. See wheel attaches to the vehicle. In Tire Pressure 0 313 and an emergency, a cloth or a paper Vehicle Load Limits 0 176. towel can be used; however, use Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor a scraper or wire brush later to System. See Tire Pressure remove all rust or dirt. Monitor Operation 0 316. Check that all wheel nuts are Lightly coat the inner diameter of the wheel hub opening with properly tightened. See “Wheel wheel bearing grease after a Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications 0 374, and wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust Treadwear indicators are one way to “Removing the Flat Tire and tell when it is time for new tires. buildup. Do not get grease on Installing the Spare Tire” under Treadwear indicators appear when Tire Changing 0 335. the wheel mounting surface or the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) on the wheel nuts or bolts. or less of tread remaining. See Tire Inspection 0 320 and Tire Rotation 0 320. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
322 Vehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other vehicle, including brake system This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate performance, ride and handling, if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber. traction control, and tire never used. Multiple factors Parking for an extended period can pressure monitoring including temperatures, loading cause flat spots on the tires that performance. GM's TPC Spec conditions, and inflation pressure may result in vibrations while maintenance affect how fast aging number is molded onto the tire's driving. When storing a vehicle for sidewall near the tire size. If the takes place. GM recommends that at least a month, remove the tires or tires, including the spare if tires have an all-season tread raise the vehicle to reduce the design, the TPC Spec number equipped, be replaced after six weight from the tires. years, regardless of tread wear. To will be followed by MS for mud identify the age of a tire, use the tire Buying New Tires and snow. See Tire Sidewall manufacture date which is the last Labeling 0 308. four digits of the DOT Tire GM has developed and matched GM recommends replacing worn Identification Number (TIN) which is specific tires for the vehicle. The tires in complete sets of four. molded into one side of the tire original equipment tires installed Uniform tread depth on all tires sidewall. The first two digits were designed to meet General represent the week (01 52) and the will help to maintain the – Motors Tire Performance Criteria last two digits, the year. For performance of the vehicle. Specification (TPC Spec) example, the third week of the year Braking and handling system rating. When 2010 would have a four-digit DOT performance may be adversely replacement tires are needed, date of 0310. affected if all the tires are not GM strongly recommends replaced at the same time. Vehicle Storage buying tires with the same TPC If proper rotation and Tires age when stored normally Spec rating. mounted on a parked vehicle. Park maintenance have been done, a vehicle that will be stored for at GM's exclusive TPC Spec all four tires should wear out at least a month in a cool, dry, clean system considers over a dozen about the same time. See Tire area away from direct sunlight to critical specifications that impact Rotation 0 320. However, if it is slow aging. This area should be free the overall performance of the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 323 necessary to replace only one sure they are the same size, axle set of worn tires, place the { Warning load range, speed rating, and new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes, construction (radial) as the Winter tires with the same speed tread patterns, or types on the original tires. rating as the original equipment same axle may cause loss of Vehicles that have a tire tires may not be available for H, control of the vehicle, resulting pressure monitoring system V, W, Y and ZR speed rated in a crash or other vehicle could give an inaccurate tires. Never exceed the winter damage. Use the same size, low-pressure warning if non-TPC tires’ maximum speed capability load range, and type of tires Spec rated tires are installed. when using winter tires with a as the original tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor lower speed rating. System 0 315. The Tire and Loading { Warning { Warning Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the improper service. Attempting vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits vehicle may cause the wheel 0 176. to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. Only your dealer or authorized Different Size Tires and A tire and/or wheel could fail Wheels tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash. mount or dismount the tires. Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires, vehicle performance, including its braking, If the vehicle tires must be ride and handling characteristics, replaced with a tire that does not stability, and resistance to rollover have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
324 Vehicle Care brakes, rollover airbags, traction Uniform Tire Quality safety requirements and control, electronic stability control, Grading additional General Motors Tire or All-Wheel Drive, the performance Performance Criteria (TPC) of these systems can also be The following information relates standards. affected. to the system developed by the United States National Highway Quality grades can be found { Warning Traffic Safety Administration where applicable on the tire (NHTSA), which grades tires by sidewall between tread shoulder If different sized wheels are used, treadwear, traction, and and maximum section width. For there may not be an acceptable temperature performance. This example: level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those applies only to vehicles sold in Treadwear 200 Traction AA wheels are selected. This the United States. The grades Temperature A increases the chance of a crash are molded on the sidewalls of All Passenger Car Tires Must and serious injury. Only use GM most passenger car tires. The Conform to Federal Safety specific wheel and tire systems Uniform Tire Quality Grading Requirements In Addition To developed for the vehicle, and (UTQG) system does not apply These Grades. have them properly installed by a to deep tread, winter tires, GM certified technician. compact spare tires, tires with Treadwear nominal rim diameters of The treadwear grade is a See Buying New Tires 0 322 and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), comparative rating based on the Accessories and Modifications or to some limited-production wear rate of the tire when tested 0 267. tires. under controlled conditions on a While the tires available on specified government test General Motors passenger cars course. For example, a tire and light trucks may vary with graded 150 would wear one and respect to these grades, they one-half (1½) times as well on must also conform to federal the government course as a tire Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 325 graded 100. The relative acceleration, cornering, temperature grade for this tire is performance of tires depends hydroplaning, or peak traction established for a tire that is upon the actual conditions of characteristics. properly inflated and not their use, however, and may overloaded. Excessive speed, Temperature depart significantly from the underinflation, or excessive norm due to variations in driving The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in habits, service practices and (the highest), B, and C, combination, can cause heat differences in road representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure. characteristics and climate. to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when Wheel Alignment and Tire Traction tested under controlled Balance The traction grades, from conditions on a specified indoor highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, laboratory test wheel. Sustained The tires and wheels were aligned and C. Those grades represent high temperature can cause the and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best the tire's ability to stop on wet material of the tire to degenerate overall performance. Adjustments to pavement as measured under and reduce tire life, and wheel alignment and tire balancing controlled conditions on excessive temperature can lead are not necessary on a regular specified government test to sudden tire failure. The grade basis. Consider an alignment check surfaces of asphalt and C corresponds to a level of if there is unusual tire wear or the concrete. A tire marked C may performance which all vehicle is significantly pulling to one have poor traction performance. passenger car tires must meet side or the other. Some slight pull to Warning: The traction grade under the Federal Motor Safety the left or right, depending on the assigned to this tire is based on Standard No. 109. Grades B and crown of the road and/or other road straight-ahead braking traction A represent higher levels of surface variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is tests, and does not include performance on the laboratory vibrating when driving on a smooth test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
326 Vehicle Care road, the tires and wheels may need Used Replacement Wheels to be rebalanced. See your dealer { Warning for proper diagnosis. Using the wrong replacement { Warning wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous. It could one is dangerous. How it has Replace any wheel that is bent, affect the braking and handling of been used or how far it has been cracked, or badly rusted or the vehicle. Tires can lose air, driven may be unknown. It could corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming and cause loss of control, causing fail suddenly and cause a crash. loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and a crash. Always use the correct When replacing wheels, use a wheel nuts should be replaced. wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel new GM original equipment If the wheel leaks air, replace it. nuts for replacement. Some aluminum wheels can be wheel. repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Tire Chains Your dealer will know the kind of Caution wheel that is needed. The wrong wheel can also cause { Warning Each new wheel should have the problems with bearing life, brake same load-carrying capacity, cooling, speedometer or Do not use tire chains. There is diameter, width, offset, and be odometer calibration, headlamp not enough clearance. Tire chains mounted the same way as the one it aim, bumper height, vehicle used on a vehicle without the replaces. ground clearance, and tire or tire proper amount of clearance can Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel chain clearance to the body and cause damage to the brakes, nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor chassis. suspension, or other vehicle System (TPMS) sensors with new parts. The area damaged by the GM original equipment parts. tire chains could cause loss of control and a crash. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 327 the accelerator pedal and grip the Warning (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to Warning (Continued) maintain lane position, and then Use another type of traction gently brake to a stop, well off the tire service center repair or device only if its manufacturer road, if possible. replace the flat tire as soon as recommends it for the vehicle's possible. tire size combination and road A rear blowout, particularly on a conditions. Follow that curve, acts much like a skid and manufacturer's instructions. To may require the same correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing the avoid vehicle damage, drive slow { Warning accelerator pedal and steer to and readjust or remove the straighten the vehicle. It may be Lifting a vehicle and getting under traction device if it contacts the very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake it to do maintenance or repairs is vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. to a stop, well off the road, dangerous without the If traction devices are used, install if possible. appropriate safety equipment and them on the front tires. training. If a jack is provided with { Warning the vehicle, it is designed only for If a Tire Goes Flat changing a flat tire. If it is used for Driving on a flat tire will cause anything else, you or others could It is unusual for a tire to blow out permanent damage to the tire. be badly injured or killed if the while driving, especially if the tires Re-inflating a tire after it has been vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack are maintained properly. See Tires driven on while severely is provided with the vehicle, only 0 307. If air goes out of a tire, it is underinflated or flat may cause a use it for changing a flat tire. much more likely to leak out slowly. blowout and a serious crash. But if there is ever a blowout, here Never attempt to re-inflate a tire are a few tips about what to expect If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire that has been driven on while and what to do: and wheel damage by driving slowly severely underinflated or flat. to a level place, well off the road, If a front tire fails, the flat tire Have your dealer or an authorized if possible. Turn on the hazard creates a drag that pulls the vehicle (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard toward that side. Take your foot off Warning Flashers 0 148. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
328 Vehicle Care This vehicle may come with a jack Tire Sealant and { Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jacking Compressor Kit Changing a tire can be equipment to change a spare tire dangerous. The vehicle can slip safely, follow the instructions below. { Warning off the jack and roll over or fall Then see Tire Changing 0 335. To causing injury or death. Find a use the tire sealant and compressor Idling a vehicle in an enclosed level place to change the tire. To kit, see Tire Sealant and area with poor ventilation is help prevent the vehicle from Compressor Kit 0 328. dangerous. Engine exhaust may moving: enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), contains carbon monoxide (CO) 1. Set the parking brake firmly. use the following example as a which cannot be seen or smelled. 2. Put an automatic guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (1), if equipped. It can cause unconsciousness transmission in P (Park) or a and even death. Never run the manual transmission in engine in an enclosed area that 1 (First) or R (Reverse). has no fresh air ventilation. For 3. Turn off the engine and do more information, see Engine not restart while the vehicle Exhaust 0 190. is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. { Warning 5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on both sides of Overinflating a tire could cause the tire at the opposite 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) the tire to rupture and you or corner of the tire being 2. Flat Tire others could be injured. Be sure changed. The following information explains to read and follow the tire sealant how to repair or change a tire. and compressor kit instructions (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 329 The tire sealant and compressor The kit includes: Warning (Continued) can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in and inflate the tire to its the tread area of the tire. It can also recommended pressure. Do not be used to inflate an exceed the recommended underinflated tire. pressure. If the tire has been separated from the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, or has a large puncture, the tire is { Warning too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be Storing the tire sealant and effective. See Roadside Assistance compressor kit or other Program 0 381. equipment in the passenger Read and follow all of the tire compartment of the vehicle could sealant and compressor kit 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve cause injury. In a sudden stop or instructions. 2. Sealant/Air Hose collision, loose equipment could 3. Base of Sealant Canister strike someone. Store the tire 4. Tire Sealant Canister sealant and compressor kit in its 5. On/Off Button original location. 6. Slot on Top of Compressor 7. Pressure Deflation Button If this vehicle has a tire sealant and 8. Pressure Gauge compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
330 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and 3. Place the compressor on the Compressor Kit to Temporarily ground near the flat tire. Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the tire faster. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 9. Power Plug and wheel damage by driving slowly 10. Air Only Hose to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Tire Sealant 0 Warning Flashers 148. 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to Read and follow the safe handling See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 327 for the sealant canister inlet instructions on the label adhered to other important safety warnings. valve (1) by turning it clockwise the tire sealant canister (4). until tight. Do not remove any objects that Check the tire sealant expiration have penetrated the tire. date on the tire sealant canister. The tire sealant canister (4) should 1. Remove the tire sealant be replaced before its expiration canister (4) and compressor date. Replacement tire sealant from its storage location. See canisters are available at your local Storing the Tire Sealant and dealer. Compressor Kit 0 335. There is only enough sealant to seal 2. Remove the air only hose (10) one tire. After usage, the tire sealant and the power plug (9) from the canister must be replaced. bottom of the compressor. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 331 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 10. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gauge (8) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes 5. Slide the base of the tire 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) the sealant into the tire. Once sealant canister (3) into the slot to the tire valve stem by turning the sealant is completely on the top of the compressor it clockwise until tight. dispersed into the tire, the (6) to hold it upright. pressure will quickly drop and 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the start to rise again as the tire Make sure the tire valve stem accessory power outlet in the inflates with air only. is positioned close to the vehicle. Unplug all items from ground so the hose will other accessory power outlets. 11. Inflate the tire to the reach it. See Power Outlets 0 97. recommended inflation pressure using the pressure 6. Remove the valve stem cap If the vehicle has an accessory gauge (8). The recommended from the flat tire by turning it power outlet, do not use the inflation pressure can be found counterclockwise. cigarette lighter. on the Tire and Loading If the vehicle only has a Information label. See Tire cigarette lighter, use the Pressure 0 313. cigarette lighter. The pressure gauge (8) may Do not pinch the power plug read higher than the actual tire cord in the door or window. pressure while the compressor Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
332 Vehicle Care is on. Turn the compressor off Therefore, Steps 13–21 must 19. Return the air only hose (10) to get an accurate pressure be done immediately after and power plug (9) back to reading. The compressor may Step 12. their original storage location. be turned on/off until the Be careful while handling the correct pressure is reached. tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after Caution usage. If the recommended pressure 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from cannot be reached after the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. approximately 25 minutes, the 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate vehicle should not be driven 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) to the recommended inflation farther. The tire is too severely counterclockwise to remove it pressure, remove the damaged and the tire sealant and from the tire valve stem. maximum speed label from the compressor kit cannot inflate the 15. Replace the tire valve sealant canister and place it in tire. Remove the power plug from stem cap. a highly visible location. the accessory power outlet and Do not exceed the speed on unscrew the inflating hose from 16. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) from the slot on top this label until the damaged tire the tire valve. See Roadside of the compressor (6). is repaired or replaced. Assistance Program 0 381. 17. Turn the air only hose (10) 21. Return the equipment to its counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the 12. Press the on/off button (5) to from the tire sealant canister vehicle. turn the tire sealant and inlet valve (1). 22. Immediately drive the vehicle compressor kit off. 18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the The tire is not sealed and will clockwise onto the sealant sealant in the tire. continue to leak air until the canister inlet valve (1) to 23. Stop at a safe location and vehicle is driven and the prevent sealant leakage. check the tire pressure. Refer sealant is distributed in the tire. to Steps 1–10 under “Using the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 333 Tire Sealant and Compressor 27. After temporarily sealing a tire 4. Tire Sealant Canister Kit without Sealant to Inflate a using the tire sealant and 5. On/Off Button Tire (Not Punctured).” compressor kit, take the 6. Slot on Top of Compressor If the tire pressure has fallen vehicle to an authorized dealer 7. Pressure Deflation Button more than 68 kPa (10 psi) within 161 km (100 mi) of 8. Pressure Gauge below the recommended driving to have the tire repaired inflation pressure, stop driving or replaced. the vehicle. The tire is too Using the Tire Sealant and severely damaged and the tire Compressor Kit without sealant cannot seal the tire. Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not See Roadside Assistance Punctured) Program 0 381. The kit includes: If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 kPa (10 psi) from the recommended inflation pressure, inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure. 9. Power Plug 24. Wipe off any sealant from the 10. Air Only Hose wheel, tire, or vehicle. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 25. Dispose of the used tire and wheel damage by driving slowly sealant canister (4) at a local to a level place. Turn on the hazard dealer or in accordance with warning flashers. See Hazard local state codes and practices. Warning Flashers 0 148. 26. Replace it with a new canister See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 327 for available from your dealer. 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve other important safety warnings. 2. Sealant/Air Hose 3. Base of Sealant Canister Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
334 Vehicle Care 1. Remove the compressor from If the vehicle only has a reading. The compressor may its storage location. See cigarette lighter, use the be turned on/off until the Storing the Tire Sealant and cigarette lighter. correct pressure is reached. 0 Compressor Kit 335. Do not pinch the power plug 2. Remove the air only hose (10) cord in the door or window. Caution and the power plug (9) from the 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle bottom of the compressor. If the recommended pressure must be running while using cannot be reached after 3. Place the compressor on the the air compressor. approximately 25 minutes, the ground near the flat tire. 8. Press the on/off button (5) to vehicle should not be driven Make sure the tire valve stem turn the tire sealant and farther. The tire is too severely is positioned close to the compressor kit on. damaged and the tire sealant and ground so the hose will The compressor will inflate the compressor kit cannot inflate the reach it. tire with air only. tire. Remove the power plug from 4. Remove the valve stem cap the accessory power outlet and 9. Inflate the tire to the unscrew the inflating hose from from the flat tire by turning it recommended inflation the tire valve. See Roadside counterclockwise. pressure using the pressure Assistance Program 0 381. 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to gauge (8). The recommended the tire valve stem by turning it inflation pressure can be found clockwise until tight. on the Tire and Loading 10. Press the on/off button (5) to Information label. See Tire turn the tire sealant and 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the 0 accessory power outlet in the Pressure 313. compressor kit off. vehicle. Unplug all items from The pressure gauge (8) may Be careful while handling the other accessory power outlets. read higher than the actual tire compressor as it could be See Power Outlets 0 97. pressure while the compressor warm after usage. If the vehicle has an accessory is on. Turn the compressor off 11. Unplug the power plug (9) from power outlet, do not use the to get an accurate pressure the accessory power outlet in cigarette lighter. the vehicle. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 335 12. Turn the air only hose (10) Tire Changing counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. Removing the Spare Tire and 13. Replace the tire valve Tools stem cap. 14. Return the air only hose (10) and power plug (9) back to their original storage location. 15. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle. The tire sealant and compressor kit 3. Turn the retainer nut has accessory adapters located in a counterclockwise to remove the compartment on the bottom of its tire sealant and compressor housing that can be used to inflate kit bag. air mattresses, balls, etc. 4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from the bag. 1. Tow Eye (If Equipped) Storing the Tire Sealant 2. Capless Funnel Adapter (If To store the tire sealant and Equipped) and Compressor Kit compressor kit, reverse the steps. 3. Wheel Wrench The tire sealant and compressor kit 4. Strap is in a bag in the rear compartment 5. Jack storage area. 6. Screwdriver (If Equipped) 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 21. To access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 2. Fold the rear part of the load 0 floor to the front. 21. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
336 Vehicle Care 2. Fold the rear part of the load wheel cover in the cargo area floor to the front, pull it until you have the flat tire rearward to disengage the repaired or replaced. clips, then pull upward to remove it. 3. Pull the spare tire cover forward and upward to remove it. 4. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise to remove the spare tire. Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed. Rear Shown, Front Similar 5. The jack and tools are stored 4. Position the jack lift head at the below the spare tire. Remove jack location nearest the them from their container and flat tire. place them near the tire being 3. Turn the wheel wrench changed. counterclockwise to loosen all Removing the Flat Tire and the wheel nuts, but do not Installing the Spare Tire remove them yet. 1. Do a safety check before Caution proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 327 for more information. Make sure that the jack lift head 2. For vehicles with a wheel cover is in the correct position or you or center cap, pull the cover or may damage your vehicle. The center cap away from the repairs would not be covered by wheel to remove it. Store the your warranty. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 337 Locate the notch on the sheet metal weld flange. Place the Warning (Continued) center of the jack lift head on the center of the sheet metal damage, be sure to fit the jack lift notch. head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. The jack must not be used in any other position.
{ Warning { Warning
Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under lifted on a jack is dangerous. it to do maintenance or repairs is If the vehicle slips off the jack, dangerous without the 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the you could be badly injured or appropriate safety equipment and wheel wrench clockwise. Raise killed. Never get under a vehicle training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle far enough off the when it is supported only by the vehicle, it is designed only for ground so there is enough a jack. changing a flat tire. If it is used for room for the road tire to clear anything else, you or others could the ground. be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack { Warning is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire. Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even 5. Attach the wheel wrench to the make the vehicle fall. To help jack by fitting both ends over avoid personal injury and vehicle one another. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might remove all rust or dirt. come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash.
11. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 7. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 12. Lower the vehicle by turning 8. Remove the flat tire. the jack handle counterclockwise. { Warning { Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause make wheel nuts become loose 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheels to become loose or after time. The wheel could come the wheel bolts, mounting come off. The wheel nuts should off and cause a crash. When surfaces, and spare wheel. changing a wheel, remove any be tightened with a torque wrench 10. Place the compact spare tire to the proper torque specification rust or dirt from places where the on the wheel-mounting surface. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In after replacing. Follow the torque an emergency, a cloth or a paper specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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using accessory locking wheel Wheel covers will not fit on the nuts. See Capacities and vehicle's compact spare. If you try Specifications 0 374 for original to put a wheel cover on the equipment wheel nut torque compact spare, the cover or the specifications. spare could be damaged.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Caution and Tools
Improperly tightened wheel nuts 13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in { Warning can lead to brake pulsation and a crisscross sequence, as rotor damage. To avoid expensive shown. Storing a jack, a tire, or other brake repairs, evenly tighten the 14. Lower the jack all the way and equipment in the passenger wheel nuts in the proper remove the jack from under the compartment of the vehicle could sequence and to the proper vehicle. cause injury. In a sudden stop or torque specification. See collision, loose equipment could Capacities and Specifications 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly strike someone. Store all these in with the wheel wrench. 0 374 for the wheel nut torque the proper place. specification. When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full-size tire, To store the flat tire: tighten all five plastic caps hand snug with the aid of the wheel 1. Return the jack and tools to wrench and tighten them with the their original storage location. wheel wrench an additional 2. Replace the spare tire cover. one-quarter of a turn. 3. Replace the load floor. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
340 Vehicle Care 4. Place the flat tire, lying flat, in Compact Spare Tire the rear storage compartment. { Warning
Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be 8. Route the strap through the injured. Use only one compact wheel, as shown. spare tire at a time. 9. Attach the other end of the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of the If this vehicle has a compact spare vehicle. tire, it was fully inflated when new; however, it can lose air over time. 5. Route the loop end of the strap 10. Tighten the strap. through one of the cargo Check the inflation pressure tie-downs in the rear of the The compact spare is for temporary regularly. It should be 420 kPa vehicle. use only. Replace the compact (60 psi). spare tire with a full-size tire as Stop as soon as possible and check Then route the hook through soon as possible. the loop and pull the strap to that the spare tire is correctly tighten it around the cargo inflated after being installed on the tie-down. vehicle. The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only. 6. Route the hook end of the The vehicle will perform differently strap through the wheel. with the spare tire installed and it is 7. Attach one end of the strap to recommended that the vehicle a cargo tie-down in the rear of speed be limited to 80 km/h the vehicle. (50 mph). To conserve the tread of Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 341 the spare tire, have the standard tire Do not mix the compact spare tire or Jump Starting repaired or replaced as soon as wheel with other wheels or tires. convenient and return the spare tire They will not fit. Keep the spare tire to the storage area. and its wheel together. Jump Starting - North When using a compact spare tire, America the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and Caution For more information about the Traction Control systems may vehicle battery, see Battery - North engage until the spare tire is Tire chains will not fit the compact America 0 290. recognized by the vehicle, spare. Using them can damage If the battery has run down, try to especially on slippery roads. Adjust the vehicle and the chains. Do not use another vehicle and some driving to reduce possible use tire chains on the compact jumper cables to start your vehicle. wheel slip. spare. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. Caution
When the compact spare is { Warning installed, do not take the vehicle WARNING: Battery posts, through an automatic car wash terminals, and related with guide rails. The compact accessories contain lead and lead spare can get caught on the rails compounds, chemicals known to which can damage the tire, wheel, the State of California to cause and other parts of the vehicle. cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Batteries also Do not use the compact spare on contain other chemicals known to other vehicles. the State of California to cause cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
342 Vehicle Care 3. Good Battery Negative Warning (Continued) Caution Terminal 4. Good Battery Positive HANDLING. For more information Ignoring these steps could result Terminal go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in costly damage to the vehicle passenger-vehicle. that would not be covered by the The jump start negative grounding vehicle warranty. Trying to start stud (1) for the discharged battery is the vehicle by pushing or pulling it to the left of the windshield washer See California Proposition fluid reservoir. 65 Warning 0 266 and the back will not work, and it could damage cover. the vehicle. The jump start positive terminal on the discharged battery (2) is located in the engine compartment on the { Warning driver side of the vehicle. Batteries can hurt you. They can The jump start positive terminal (3) be dangerous because: and negative terminal (4) are on the . They contain acid that can battery of the vehicle providing the burn you. jump start. . They contain gas that can The positive jump start connection explode or ignite. for the discharged battery is under a trim cover. Open the cover to . They contain enough expose the terminal. electricity to burn you. 1. Check the other vehicle. If you do not follow these steps It must have a 12-volt battery exactly, some or all of these with a negative ground system. 1. Discharged Battery things can hurt you. Negative Grounding Stud 2. Discharged Battery Positive Terminal Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 343 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all Caution lights and accessories in both { Warning vehicles, except the hazard If the other vehicle does not have warning flashers if needed. Fans or other moving engine a 12-volt system with a negative parts can injure you badly. Keep ground, both vehicles can be your hands away from moving { Warning damaged. Only use a vehicle that parts once the engine is running. has a 12-volt system with a An electric fan can start up even negative ground for jump starting. when the engine is not running 5. Connect one end of the red and can injure you. Keep hands, positive (+) cable to the 2. Position the two vehicles so clothing, and tools away from any positive (+) terminal on the that they are not touching. underhood electric fan. discharged battery. 3. Set the parking brake firmly 6. Connect the other end of the and put the shift lever in red positive (+) cable to the P (Park) with an automatic { Warning positive (+) terminal of the good transmission, or N (Neutral) battery. with a manual transmission. Using a match near a battery can 7. Connect one end of the black cause battery gas to explode. negative (–) cable to the Caution People have been hurt doing this, negative (–) terminal of the and some have been blinded. good battery. If any accessories are left on or Use a flashlight if you need more 8. Connect the other end of the plugged in during the jump light. starting procedure, they could be black negative (–) cable to the negative ( ) grounding stud for damaged. The repairs would not Battery fluid contains acid that – the discharged battery. be covered by the vehicle can burn you. Do not get it on warranty. Whenever possible, turn you. If you accidentally get it in 9. Start the engine in the vehicle off or unplug all accessories on your eyes or on your skin, flush with the good battery and run either vehicle when jump starting. the place with water and get the engine at idle speed for at medical help immediately. least four minutes. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
344 Vehicle Care 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle GM recommends a flatbed tow truck the dead battery. If it will not to transport a disabled vehicle. Use start after a few tries, it ramps to help reduce approach probably needs service. Caution angles, if necessary. A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels Incorrectly towing a disabled Caution off the ground. Contact Roadside vehicle may cause damage. The Assistance or a professional towing If the jumper cables are damage would not be covered by service if the disabled vehicle must connected or removed in the the vehicle warranty. Do not lash be towed. wrong order, electrical shorting or hook to suspension may occur and damage the components. Use the proper Caution vehicle. The repairs would not be straps around the tires to secure covered by the vehicle warranty. the vehicle. Do not drag a locked Improper use of the tow eye can Always connect and remove the wheel/tire. Use tire skates or cause vehicle damage. Use jumper cables in the correct order, dollies under any locked wheel/ caution and low speeds to making sure that the cables do tire while loading the vehicle. Do prevent damage to the vehicle. not touch each other or other not use a sling type lift to tow the vehicle. This could damage the metal. The vehicle is equipped with a tow vehicle. eye. Only use the tow eye to pull Jumper Cable Removal the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier from a flat road surface. Do not use Reverse the sequence exactly when Caution the tow eye to pull the vehicle from removing the jumper cables. snow, mud, or sand. After starting the disabled vehicle If the vehicle cannot be shifted The tow eye is stored underneath and removing the jumper cables, into Neutral (N), do not use the the load floor, near the spare tire or allow it to idle for several minutes. tow eye to tow the vehicle. the compressor kit, if equipped. Vehicle damage may occur. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 345 Front Tow Eye
Install the tow eye into the socket If equipped, carefully open the cover and turn it until it is fully tightened. by using the small notch that Carefully open the cover by using When the tow eye is removed, conceals the rear tow eye socket. the small notch that conceals the reinstall the cover with the notch in front tow eye socket. the original position. Rear Tow Eye If the vehicle is equipped with a hitch, there is no provision to use the tow eye in the rear of the vehicle. The hitch may be used to load the vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
346 Vehicle Care Install the tow eye into the socket . Before towing the vehicle, platform trailer with all four wheels and turn it until it is fully tightened. become familiar with the local off of the ground. All other engine/ When the tow eye is removed, laws that apply to recreational transmission combinations must be reinstall the cover with the notch in vehicle towing. These laws may towed by platform trailer. Also see the original position. vary by region. the information on dolly towing later in this section. To tow the vehicle behind another . The towing capacity of the vehicle for recreational purposes, towing vehicle. Be sure to read For vehicles being dinghy towed, such as behind a motor home, see the tow vehicle manufacturer's the vehicle should be run at the Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 346. recommendations. beginning of each day and at each . How far the vehicle will be RV fuel stop for about five minutes. towed. Some vehicles have This will ensure proper lubrication of Recreational Vehicle transmission components. Towing restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means . The proper towing equipment. towing the vehicle behind another See your dealer or trailering vehicle, such as behind a motor professional for additional advice home. The two most common types and equipment of recreational vehicle towing are recommendations. known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the . If the vehicle is ready to be vehicle with all four wheels on the towed. Just as preparing the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure vehicle with two wheels on the the vehicle is prepared to be ground and two wheels up on a towed. device known as a dolly. Dinghy Towing Here are some important things to To tow the vehicle from the front consider before recreational vehicle All vehicles may be dinghy towed with all four wheels on the ground: towing: from the front. These vehicles can also be towed by placing them on a Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 347 1. Position the vehicle to be 4. Start the engine and let it idle towed and secure it to the Caution for more than three minutes towing vehicle. before driving the vehicle. If the vehicle is towed without 2. Start the vehicle. performing each of the steps Caution 3. If equipped with AWD, engage listed under “Dinghy Towing,” the the AWD system and confirm automatic transmission and AWD Do not tow a vehicle with the front that it is on. See All-Wheel system could be damaged. Be drive wheels on the ground if one 0 Drive 204. sure to follow all steps of the of the front tires is a compact 4. Shift the transmission to dinghy towing procedure prior to spare tire. Towing with two N (Neutral). and after towing the vehicle. different tire sizes on the front of 5. Then, put the vehicle into ACC/ the vehicle can cause severe ACCESSORY by pressing damage to the transmission. ENGINE START/STOP one Caution time without the brake pedal If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded applied. An amber light will Caution appear in the button when in while towing the vehicle, it could ACC/ACCESSORY. See be damaged. Never exceed Use of a shield mounted in front 0 Ignition Positions 180. 105 km/h (65 mph) while towing of the vehicle grille could restrict The chime will ring the vehicle. airflow and cause damage to the continuously for 30 minutes. transmission. The repairs would Leave the transmission in Once the destination is reached: not be covered by the vehicle N (Neutral). 1. Set the parking brake. warranty. If using a shield, only 6. Turn off all accessories that are use one that attaches to the not needed. 2. Shift the transmission to towing vehicle. P (Park). It is required to charge the battery of 3. Turn the vehicle off. the towed vehicle during recreational vehicle towing. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
348 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive 2. Move the shift lever to Vehicles) P (Park). All-wheel-drive vehicles cannot be 3. Set the parking brake. towed with two wheels on the 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. ground. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's a platform trailer with all four wheels instructions for preparing the off the ground. vehicle and dolly for towing. 6. Release the parking brake. Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Towing the Vehicle from the Rear Caution
Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear.
To tow the vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the Locks correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any If using an automatic car wash, absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product. follow the car wash instructions. The locks greased after using. See windshield wiper and rear window Recommended Fluids and wiper, if equipped, must be off. Lubricants 0 369. Caution Remove any accessories that may Washing the Vehicle be damaged or interfere with the car Avoid using high-pressure wash equipment. To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) Rinse the vehicle well, before sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use washing and after, to remove all of power washers exceeding cleaning agents completely. If they 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result are allowed to dry on the surface, Caution in damage or removal of paint they could stain. Do not use petroleum-based, and decals. Dry the finish with a soft, clean acidic, or abrasive cleaning chamois or an all-cotton towel to agents as they can damage the avoid surface scratches and water vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Caution spotting. parts. If damage occurs, it would Finish Care not be covered by the vehicle Do not power wash any warranty. Approved cleaning component under the hood that Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not products can be obtained from has this symbol. e recommended. If painted surfaces (Continued) (Continued) are damaged, see your dealer to Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
350 Vehicle Care have the damage assessed and The bright metal moldings on the repaired. Foreign materials such as Caution vehicle are aluminum, chrome, calcium chloride and other salts, ice or stainless steel. To prevent melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Machine compounding or damage always follow these sap, bird droppings, chemicals from aggressive polishing on a cleaning instructions: basecoat/clearcoat paint finish industrial chimneys, etc., can . Be sure the molding is cool to damage the vehicle's finish if they may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes the touch before applying any remain on painted surfaces. Wash cleaning solution. the vehicle as soon as possible. that are made for a basecoat/ If necessary, use non-abrasive clearcoat paint finish on the . Use only approved cleaning cleaners that are marked safe for vehicle. solutions for aluminum, chrome, painted surfaces to remove foreign or stainless steel. Some matter. cleaners are highly acidic or To keep the paint finish looking new, contain alkaline substances and Occasional hand waxing or mild keep the vehicle garaged or can damage the moldings. polishing should be done to remove covered whenever possible. residue from the paint finish. See . Always dilute a concentrated your dealer for approved cleaning Protecting Exterior Bright Metal cleaner according to the products. Moldings manufacturer’s instructions. . Do not use cleaners that are not Do not apply waxes or polishes to Caution uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, intended for automotive use. decals, simulated wood, or flat paint Failure to clean and protect the . Use a nonabrasive wax on the as damage can occur. bright metal moldings can result vehicle after washing to protect in a hazy white finish or pitting. and extend the molding finish. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 351 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or Shutter System Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and covers while the lamps are Stripes illuminated, due to excessive heat generated. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses, Caution emblems, decals, and stripes. Failure to clean lamps properly Follow instructions under "Washing can cause damage to the lamp the Vehicle" previously in this cover that would not be covered section. by the vehicle warranty. Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some have a UV protective coating. Do not clean or wipe them when dry. Caution The vehicle may have a shutter Do not use any of the following on Using wax on low gloss black system designed to help increase lamp covers: finish stripes can increase the fuel economy. Keep the shutter . Abrasive or caustic agents. gloss level and create a system clean for proper operation. . Washer fluids and other cleaning non-uniform finish. Clean low Windshield and Wiper Blades agents in higher concentrations gloss stripes with soap and water only. Clean the outside of the windshield than suggested by the with glass cleaner. manufacturer. Air Intakes Clean rubber blades using a lint-free . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, cloth or paper towel soaked with or other harsh cleaners. Clear debris from the air intakes, windshield washer fluid or a mild . Ice scrapers or other hard items. between the hood and windshield, detergent. Wash the windshield when washing the vehicle. thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
352 Vehicle Care a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper Caution Caution (Continued) streaking. Using petroleum-based tire dust and ice. Always wash the Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle chrome with soap and water after worn or damaged. Damage can be may damage the paint finish and/ exposure. caused by extreme dusty or tires. When applying a tire conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, dressing, always wipe off any snow, and ice. overspray from all painted Caution Weatherstrips surfaces on the vehicle. Apply weatherstrip lubricant on To avoid surface damage on weatherstrips to make them last Wheels and Wheel Trim wheels and wheel trim, do not use strong soaps, chemicals, longer, seal better, and not stick or Use a soft, clean cloth with mild abrasive polishes, cleaners, squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at soap and water to clean the wheels. least once a year. Hot, dry climates After rinsing thoroughly with clean or brushes. Use only GM may require more frequent water, dry with a soft, clean towel. approved cleaners. Do not drive application. Black marks from A wax may then be applied. the vehicle through an automatic rubber material on painted surfaces car wash that uses silicon carbide can be removed by rubbing with a Caution tire/wheel cleaning brushes. clean cloth. See Recommended Damage could occur and the Fluids and Lubricants 0 369. Chrome wheels and chrome repairs would not be covered by Tires wheel trim may be damaged if the the vehicle warranty. vehicle is not washed after driving Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. on roads that have been sprayed Brake System with magnesium chloride or calcium chloride. These are used Visually inspect brake lines and on roads for conditions such as hoses for proper attachment, connections, binding, leaks, cracks, (Continued) chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 353 pads for wear and rotors for surface Underbody Maintenance Finish Damage condition. Inspect drum brake At least twice a year, spring and fall, Quickly repair minor chips and linings/shoes for wear or cracks. use plain water to flush any scratches with touch-up materials Inspect all other brake parts. corrosive materials from the available from your dealer to avoid Steering, Suspension, and underbody. Take care to thoroughly corrosion. Larger areas of finish Chassis Components clean any areas where mud and damage can be corrected in your other debris can collect. dealer's body and paint shop. Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis Do not directly power wash the Chemical Paint Spotting components for damaged, loose, transfer case and/or front/rear axle output seals. High pressure water Airborne pollutants can fall upon or missing parts or signs of wear at and attack painted vehicle surfaces least once a year. can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated causing blotchy, ring-shaped Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the discolorations, and small, irregular attachment, connections, binding, transfer case and/or axles and dark spots etched into the paint leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. should be replaced. surface. See “Finish Care” Visually check constant velocity joint previously in this section. boots and axle seals for leaks. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and Interior Care Body Component Lubrication requires sheet metal repair or To prevent dirt particle abrasions, Lubricate all key lock cylinders, replacement, make sure the body regularly clean the vehicle's interior. hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel repair shop applies anti-corrosion Immediately remove any soils. fuel door hinges, and power assist material to parts repaired or Newspapers or dark garments can step hinges, unless the components replaced to restore corrosion transfer color to the vehicle’s are plastic. Applying silicone grease protection. interior. on weatherstrips with a clean cloth Original manufacturer replacement will make them last longer, seal Use a soft bristle brush to remove parts will provide the corrosion dust from knobs and crevices on the better, and not stick or squeak. protection while maintaining the instrument cluster. Using a mild vehicle warranty. soap solution, immediately remove Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
354 Vehicle Care hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect . Do not use laundry detergents or repellent from all interior surfaces or dishwashing soaps with Caution permanent damage may result. degreasers. For liquid cleaners, To prevent scratching, never use Use cleaners specifically designed use approximately 20 drops per 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. abrasive cleaners on automotive for the surfaces being cleaned to glass. Abrasive cleaners or prevent permanent damage. Apply A concentrated soap solution will create streaks and attract dirt. aggressive cleaning may damage all cleaners directly to the cleaning the rear window defogger. cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any Do not use solutions that contain switches or controls. Remove strong or caustic soap. cleaners quickly. . Do not heavily saturate the Cleaning the windshield with water upholstery when cleaning. during the first three to six months Before using cleaners, read and of ownership will reduce tendency Do not use solvents or cleaners follow all safety instructions on the . to fog. label. While cleaning the interior, containing solvents. open the doors and windows to get Speaker Covers proper ventilation. Interior Glass Vacuum around a speaker cover To clean, use a terry cloth fabric To prevent damage, do not clean gently, so that the speaker will not the interior using the following dampened with water. Wipe droplets be damaged. Clean spots with water cleaners or techniques: left behind with a clean dry cloth. and mild soap. If necessary, use a commercial . Never use a razor or any other glass cleaner after cleaning with Coated Moldings sharp object to remove soil from plain water. any interior surface. Coated moldings should be cleaned. . Never use a brush with stiff . When lightly soiled, wipe with a bristles. sponge or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with water. . Never rub any surface aggressively or with too much . When heavily soiled, use warm pressure. soapy water. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 355 Fabric/Carpet/Suede to a clean area frequently to Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces prevent forcing the soil in to the Start by vacuuming the surface and Vehicle Information and fabric. using a soft brush attachment. If a Radio Displays rotating vacuum brush attachment is 4. Continue gently rubbing the Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss being used, only use it on the floor soiled area until there is no surfaces or vehicle displays. First, carpet. Before cleaning, gently longer any color transfer from use a soft bristle brush to remove remove as much of the soil as the soil to the cleaning cloth. dirt that can scratch the surface. possible: 5. If the soil is not completely Then gently clean by rubbing with a . Gently blot liquids with a paper removed, use a mild soap microfiber cloth. Never use window towel. Continue blotting until no solution followed only by plain cleaners or solvents. Periodically more soil can be removed. water. hand wash the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. Do not . For solid soils, remove as much If the soil is not completely use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to thoroughly and air dry before use a commercial upholstery To clean: next use. cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free hidden area for colorfastness before colorfast cloth with water. using a commercial upholstery Caution Microfiber cloth is cleaner or spot lifter. If ring Do not attach a device with a recommended to prevent lint formation occurs, clean the entire transfer to the fabric or carpet. fabric or carpet. suction cup to the display. This may cause damage and would 2. Remove excess moisture by After cleaning, use a paper towel to not be covered by the vehicle gently wringing until water does blot excess moisture. warranty. not drip from the cleaning cloth. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Fold the cleaning cloth Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
356 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Caution (Continued) Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of If equipped, wash with warm water Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not and mild detergent. Do not use Surfaces recommended. chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold Use a soft microfiber cloth water, and then dry completely. dampened with water to remove Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Seat Belts dust and loose dirt. For a more gloss, especially on the instrument Keep belts clean and dry. thorough cleaning, use a soft panel. Reflected glare can decrease microfiber cloth dampened with a visibility through the windshield mild soap solution. under certain conditions. { Warning
Caution Do not bleach or dye seat belt Caution webbing. It may severely weaken Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause the webbing. In a crash, they especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics might not be able to provide well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air adequate protection. Clean and may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with rinse seat belt webbing only with Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in mild soap and lukewarm water. surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and Allow the webbing to dry. them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. solvents can permanently change (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Vehicle Care 357 Floor Mats . Do not use a floor mat if the Removing and Replacing the vehicle is not equipped with a Floor Mat floor mat retainer on the driver { Warning side floor. If a floor mat is the wrong size or . Use the floor mat with the is not properly installed, it can correct side up. Do not turn interfere with the pedals. it over. Interference with the pedals can . Do not place anything on top of cause unintended acceleration the driver side floor mat. and/or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the . Do not place one floor mat on pedals. top of another.
The driver side floor mat is held in Use the following guidelines for place by two retainers. proper floor mat usage. 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor . The original equipment floor mat to unlock each retainer mats were designed for your and remove. vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor that GM certified floor mats be mat retainer openings over the purchased. Non-GM floor mats carpet retainers and snap into may not fit properly and may position. interfere with the accelerator or 3. Make sure the floor mat is brake pedal. Always check that properly secured in place. the floor mats do not interfere Verify the floor mat does not with the pedals. interfere with the pedals. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
358 Service and Maintenance General Information for routine maintenance such as oil Service and changes and tire rotations and Maintenance Your vehicle is an important additional maintenance items like investment. This section describes tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper the required maintenance for the blades. General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information ...... 358 protect against major repair Caution expenses resulting from neglect or Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may Damage caused by improper Maintenance Schedule ...... 360 also help to maintain the value of maintenance can lead to costly the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Special Application Services repairs and may not be covered responsibility of the owner to have by the vehicle warranty. Special Application all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 366 Maintenance intervals, checks, Your dealer has trained technicians inspections, recommended fluids, Additional Maintenance who can perform required and lubricants are important to and Care maintenance using genuine keep the vehicle in good working Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have condition. and Care ...... 366 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Do not have chemical flushes that Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and are not approved by GM Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy performed on the vehicle. The Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online use of flushes, solvents, cleaners, Lubricants ...... 369 scheduling to assist with service or lubricants that are not Maintenance Replacement needs. approved by GM could damage Parts ...... 370 the vehicle, requiring expensive Your dealer recognizes the repairs that are not covered by Maintenance Records importance of providing Maintenance Records ...... 372 competitively priced maintenance the vehicle warranty. and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Service and Maintenance 359 The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional Warning (Continued) vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart. have your dealer perform these and equipment are available. The Additional Required Services - If they are not, see your dealer to services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Severe are for vehicles that are: Proper vehicle maintenance helps to have a trained technician do the keep the vehicle in good working . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic work. See Doing Your Own condition, improves fuel economy, in hot weather. Service Work 0 267. and reduces vehicle emissions. . Mainly driven in hilly or Because of the way people use mountainous terrain. vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Frequently towing a trailer. There may need to be more frequent checks and services. The . Used for high speed or Additional Required Services - competitive driving. Normal are for vehicles that: . Used for taxi, police, or delivery . Carry passengers and cargo service. within recommended limits on Refer to the information in the the Tire and Loading Information Maintenance Schedule Additional label. See Vehicle Load Limits Required Services - Severe chart. 0 176. . Are driven on reasonable road { Warning surfaces within legal driving limits. Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause . Use the recommended fuel. See serious injury. Perform Recommended Fuel (LYX - 1.5L maintenance work only if the L4 Turbo Engine) 0 241 or Recommended Fuel (LTG - 2.0L required information, proper tools, L4 Turbo Engine) 0 242. (Continued) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
360 Service and Maintenance Maintenance filter must be changed at least once Tire Rotation and Required a year and the oil life system must Services Every 12 000 km/ Schedule be reset. Your trained dealer 7,500 mi technician can perform this work. Owner Checks and Services If the engine oil life system is reset Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the At Each Fuel Stop accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the following services. See Tire 0 . Check the engine oil level. See last service. Reset the oil life Rotation 320. Engine Oil 0 275. system when the oil is changed. . Check engine oil level and oil 0 Once a Month See Engine Oil Life System 279. life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and . Check the tire inflation On vehicles with diesel engines, it is recommended to drain the diesel reset oil life system. See Engine pressures. See Tire Pressure 0 0 fuel filter of water when the oil is Oil 275 and 313. 0 changed or when the WATER IN Engine Oil Life System 279. . Inspect the tires for wear. See FUEL CONTACT SERVICE . Check engine coolant level. See Tire Inspection 0 320. message displays. Cooling System 0 282. . Check the windshield washer Air Conditioning Desiccant . Check windshield washer fluid fluid level. See Washer Fluid level. See Washer Fluid 0 287. 0 287. (Replace Every Seven Years) The air conditioning system requires . Check tire inflation pressures. Engine Oil Change maintenance every seven years. See Tire Pressure 0 313. When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL This service requires replacement of . Inspect tire wear. See Tire SOON message displays, have the the desiccant to help the longevity Inspection 0 320. engine oil and filter changed within and efficient operation of the air the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven conditioning system. This service . Visually check for fluid leaks. under the best conditions, the can be complex. See your dealer. . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. engine oil life system may not See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter indicate the need for vehicle service 0 280. for up to a year. The engine oil and Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Service and Maintenance 361 . Inspect brake system. See . Visually inspect fuel system for open ability is low, service the Exterior Care 0 349. damage or leaks. gas strut. See Gas Strut(s) 0 . Visually inspect steering, . Visually inspect exhaust system 294. suspension, and chassis and nearby heat shields for . Check tire sealant expiration components for damage, loose or damaged parts. date, if equipped. See Tire including cracks or tears in the Sealant and Compressor Kit . Lubricate body components. See 0 rubber boots, loose or missing Exterior Care 0 349. 328. parts, or signs of wear at least . Check starter switch. See Starter . Inspect sunroof track and seal, once a year. See Exterior Care if equipped. See Sunroof 0 33. 0 349. Switch Check 0 291. . Inspect power steering for . Check automatic transmission proper attachment, connections, shift lock control function. See binding, leaks, cracks, Automatic Transmission Shift chafing, etc. Lock Control Function Check 0 291. . Visually inspect halfshafts and drive shafts for excessive wear, . Check parking brake and lubricant leaks, and/or damage automatic transmission park including: tube dents or cracks, mechanism. See Park Brake and constant velocity joint or P (Park) Mechanism Check universal joint looseness, 0 292. cracked or missing boots, loose . Check accelerator pedal for or missing boot clamps, center damage, high effort, or binding. bearing excessive looseness, Replace if needed. loose or missing fasteners, and axle seal leaks. . Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other . Check restraint system damage. Check the hold open components. See Safety System ability of the strut. If the hold Check 0 55. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Drain the diesel fuel filter of water. (Diesel Only) Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Diesel Engine Only: Replace fuel filter. (3) @ @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4) @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @ Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (5) @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (6) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (7) @ Replace brake fluid. (8) Replace windshield wiper blades. (9) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas @ @ struts. (10) Replace air conditioning desiccant. (11) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Service and Maintenance 363 Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Or as indicated by the Driver (7) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required Information Center (DIC) or comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal two years whichever comes first. excessive cracking, or damage; (1) Or every two years, whichever The fuel filter may need to be replace, if needed. comes first. More frequent replaced more often based on (8) Replace brake fluid every five passenger compartment air filter biodiesel usage, driving in climates years. See Brake Fluid 0 289. with severe dust, off-road driving, replacement may be needed if (9) Or every 12 months, whichever driving in areas with heavy traffic, or towing a trailer for extended periods. comes first. See Wiper Blade poor air quality, high dust levels, Replacement 0 292. or environmental allergens. (4) Or every four years, whichever Passenger compartment air filter comes first. If driving in dusty (10) Or every 10 years, whichever replacement may also be needed if conditions, inspect the filter at each comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 294. there is reduced airflow, window oil change or more often as needed. (11) Replace air conditioning 0 fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 280. desiccant every seven years. can help determine when to replace (5) Do not directly power wash the the filter. transfer case and/or front/rear axle (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor output seals. High pressure water lines and hoses for proper can overcome the seals and attachment, connection, routing, and contaminate the transfer case fluid. condition. Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and/or axles and should be replaced. (6) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System 0 282. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Drain the diesel fuel filter of water. (Diesel Only) Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Diesel Engine Only: Replace fuel filter. (3) @ @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4) @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @ Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (5) @ @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (6) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (7) @ Replace brake fluid. (8) Replace windshield wiper blades. (9) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas @ @ struts. (10) Replace air conditioning desiccant. (11) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Service and Maintenance 365 Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Or as indicated by the Driver (7) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required Information Center (DIC) or comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Severe two years whichever comes first. excessive cracking, or damage; (1) Or every two years, whichever The fuel filter may need to be replace, if needed. comes first. More frequent replaced more often based on (8) Replace brake fluid every five passenger compartment air filter biodiesel usage, driving in climates years. See Brake Fluid 0 289. with severe dust, off-road driving, replacement may be needed if (9) Or every 12 months, whichever driving in areas with heavy traffic, or towing a trailer for extended periods. comes first. See Wiper Blade poor air quality, high dust levels, Replacement 0 292. or environmental allergens. (4) Or every four years, whichever Passenger compartment air filter comes first. If driving in dusty (10) Or every 10 years, whichever replacement may also be needed if conditions, inspect the filter at each comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 294. there is reduced airflow, window oil change or more often as needed. (11) Replace air conditioning 0 fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 280. desiccant every seven years. can help determine when to replace (5) Do not directly power wash the the filter. transfer case and/or front/rear axle (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor output seals. High pressure water lines and hoses for proper can overcome the seals and attachment, connection, routing, and contaminate the transfer case fluid. condition. Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and/or axles and should be replaced. (6) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System 0 282. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
366 Service and Maintenance Special Application Additional . To avoid break-down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a Services Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important . Trained dealer technicians have Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly the diagnostic equipment to test components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are . Have underbody flushing service repairs. To maintain vehicle corrosion-free. performed. See "Underbody performance, additional maintenance services may be Maintenance" in Exterior Care Belts 0 349. required. . Belts may need replacing if they It is recommended that your dealer squeak or show signs of perform these services their — cracking or splitting. trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer can . Trained dealer technicians have also perform a thorough access to tools and equipment assessment with a multi-point to inspect the belts and inspection to recommend when your recommend adjustment or vehicle may need attention. replacement when necessary. The following list is intended to Brakes explain the services and conditions Brakes stop the vehicle and are to look for that may indicate crucial to safe driving. services are required. . Signs of brake wear may include Battery chirping, grinding, or squealing The 12-volt battery supplies power noises, or difficulty stopping. to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Service and Maintenance 367 . Trained dealer technicians have Lamps of leaking, blown seals, access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, or damage, and can advise to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are when service is needed. recommend quality parts important to see and be seen on Tires engineered for the vehicle. the road. Tires need to be properly inflated, Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need rotated, and balanced. Maintaining Proper fluid levels and approved attention include dimming, failure the tires can save money and fuel, fluids protect the vehicle’s systems to light, cracking, or damage. and can reduce the risk of tire and components. See The brake lamps need to be failure. Recommended Fluids and checked periodically to ensure 0 that they light when braking. . Signs that the tires need to be Lubricants 369 for GM approved replaced include three or more fluids. . With a multi-point inspection, visible treadwear indicators; cord . Engine oil and windshield your dealer can check the lamps or fabric showing through the washer fluid levels should be and note any concerns. rubber; cracks or cuts in the checked at every fuel fill. Shocks and Struts tread or sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire. . Instrument cluster lights may Shocks and struts help aid in control come on to indicate that fluids for a smoother ride. . Trained dealer technicians can may be low and need to be inspect and recommend the right filled. . Signs of wear may include tires. Your dealer can also steering wheel vibration, bounce/ provide tire/wheel balancing Hoses sway while braking, longer services to ensure smooth Hoses transport fluids and should stopping distance, or uneven vehicle operation at all speeds. be regularly inspected to ensure tire wear. Your dealer sells and services that there are no cracks or leaks. . As part of the multi-point name brand tires. With a multi-point inspection, your inspection, trained dealer dealer can inspect the hoses and technicians can visually inspect advise if replacement is needed. the shocks and struts for signs Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
368 Service and Maintenance Vehicle Care Windshield To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield available from your dealer. For clean and clear. information on how to clean and . Signs of damage include protect the vehicle’s interior and scratches, cracks, and chips. exterior, see Interior Care 0 353 and Exterior Care 0 349. . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and Wheel Alignment recommend proper replacement Wheel alignment is critical for if needed. ensuring that the tires deliver Wiper Blades optimal wear and performance. Wiper blades need to be cleaned . Signs that the alignment may and kept in good condition to need to be adjusted include provide a clear view. pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear. . Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, . Your dealer has the required and worn or split rubber. equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment. . Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Service and Maintenance 369 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment System Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291, in Canada 88865751) or diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241 or displays the API Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 282. Engine Oil (Diesel) Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos2 is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 275. Engine Oil (Gasoline) Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 275. Hood and Door Hinges, and Key Lock Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Cylinders Canada 10953474). Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in Canada 19353127). Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19351882, in Canada 19351883). Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or equivalent. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23279657 A3226C Engine Oil Filter 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 12696048 PF64 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine 55588497 PF2264G 2.0L L4 Gas Engine 12696048 PF64 Fuel Filter 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine 84186990 TP1016 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Spark Plugs 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 12683541 41-156 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 2.0L L4 Gas Engine 12647827 41-125 Wiper Blades Driver Side – 60 cm (23.6 in) 84574893 — Passenger Side – 45.0 cm (17.7 in) 84574892 — Rear – 30.0 cm (11.8 in) 84215609 — Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
372 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Technical Data 373 Vehicle Identification parts. See “Engine Specifications” Technical Data under Capacities and Specifications 0 Vehicle Identification 374 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Service Parts Number (VIN) ...... 373 Identification Service Parts Identification . . . 373 There may be a large barcode on Vehicle Data the certification label on the center Capacities and pillar that you can scan for the Specifications ...... 374 following information: Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 376 . Vehicle Identification This legal identifier is in the front Number (VIN) corner of the instrument panel, on . Model designation the driver side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from . Paint information outside. The Vehicle Identification . Production options Number (VIN) also appears on the If there is not a large barcode on Vehicle Certification and Service this label, then you will find this Parts labels and certificates of title same information on a label inside and registration. of the glove box. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
374 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System* 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 6.6 L 7.0 qt 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine 7.5 L 7.9 qt 2.0L L4 Gas Engine 7.8 L 8.2 qt Engine Oil with Filter 1.5L L4 Gas Engine AWD 5.0 L 5.3 qt 1.5L L4 Gas Engine FWD 4.0 L 4.2 qt 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine 5.0 L 5.3 qt 2.0L L4 Gas Engine AWD 5.7 L 6.0 qt 2.0L L4 Gas Engine FWD 4.7 L 5.0 qt Fuel Tank FWD 56.0 L 14.8 gal Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
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Capacities Application Metric English AWD 59.0 L 15.6 gal DEF Tank (LH7 engine only) 18.5 L 4.9 gal Transfer Case Fluid 0.8 L 0.85 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. *Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.
Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1.5L L4 Gas Engine (LYX) V Automatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024– 0.028 in) 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) U Automatic — 2.0L L4 Gas Engine (LTG) X Automatic 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030– 0.035 in) Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
376 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing
2.0L L4 Gas Engine 1.5L L4 Gas Engine
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 377 Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 387 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 388 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 377 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ...... 388 Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 379 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 380 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 380 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 389 Cybersecurity ...... 389 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 381 can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance Event Data Recorders ...... 389 OnStar ...... 390 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 381 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Infotainment System ...... 390 Appointments ...... 383 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership Program ...... 383 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 384 can be quickly resolved at that level. Publication Ordering If the matter has already been Information ...... 386 reviewed with the sales, service, Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner Statement ...... 387 of your dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
378 Customer Information resolved by your dealership without STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Chevrolet Customer Assistance dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Center at 1-800-222-1020. In sure you are completely satisfied the following address: Canada, call General Motors of with your new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program Canada Customer Care Centre at if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus, 1-800-263-3777 (English), after following the procedure Inc. or 1-800-263-7854 (French). outlined in Steps One and Two, you 3033 Wilson Boulevard We encourage you to call the can file with the Better Business Suite 600 toll-free number in order to give your Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to Arlington, VA 22201 enforce your rights. inquiry prompt attention. Have the Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 following information available to The BBB Auto Line Program is an http://www.bbb.org/council/ give the Customer Assistance out-of-court program administered programs-services/ representative: by the Council of Better Business dispute-handling-and-resolution/ . Vehicle Identification Bureaus to settle automotive bbb-auto-line Number (VIN). This is available disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle This program is available in all from the vehicle registration or 50 states and the District of title, or the plate at the top left of Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal Columbia. Eligibility is limited by the instrument panel and visible vehicle age, mileage, and other through the windshield. dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the factors. General Motors reserves . Dealership name and location. program is free of charge and your the right to change eligibility . Vehicle delivery date and case will generally be heard within limitations and/or discontinue its present mileage. 40 days. If you do not agree with the participation in this program. decision given in your case, you STEP THREE — Canadian When contacting Chevrolet, may reject it and proceed with any remember that your concern will Owners : In the event that you do other venue for relief available not feel your concerns have been likely be resolved at a dealer's to you. facility. That is why we suggest addressed after following the following Step One first. procedure outlined in Steps One Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 379 and Two, General Motors of Canada For further information concerning Customer Assistance Company wants you to be aware of eligibility in the Canadian Motor its participation in a no-charge Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Offices Mediation/Arbitration Program. call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to General Motors of Canada the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for Company has committed to binding Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer arbitration of owner disputes 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, involving factory-related vehicle or write to: the letter should be addressed to: service claims. The program The Mediation/Arbitration Program United States and Puerto Rico provides for the review of the facts c/o Customer Care Centre involved by an impartial third party General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division arbiter, and may include an informal Company Chevrolet Customer Assistance hearing before the arbiter. The Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center program is designed so that the 1908 Colonel Sam Drive P.O. Box 33170 entire dispute settlement process, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 from the time you file your complaint www.Chevrolet.com to the final decision, should be Your inquiry should be accompanied completed in about 70 days. We by the Vehicle Identification 1-800-222-1020 believe our impartial program offers Number (VIN). 1-800-833-2438 (For Text advantages over courts in most Telephone Devices (TTYs)) jurisdictions because it is informal, Roadside Assistance: quick, and free of charge. 1-800-243-8872 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
380 Customer Information Canada the U.S. can communicate with D : Select a preferred dealer and Chevrolet by dialing: General Motors of Canada view locations, maps, phone 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in Company numbers, and hours. Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: r : Track your vehicle’s warranty CA1-163-005 information. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Center J : View active recalls by Vehicle Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN). See (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 1-800-263-3777 (English) 0 The Chevrolet online owner 373. 1-800-263-7854 (French) experience allows access to videos, H 1-800-263-3830 (For Text : Compare and shop for articles, and vehicle health specific Telephone devices (TTYs)) Chevrolet and OnStar plans and to your Chevrolet as well as your Roadside Assistance: Services. View GM Card and OnStar Account information all in 1-800-268-6800 SiriusXM information (if equipped). one place. F : Chat with online help Overseas Membership Benefits representatives. Please contact the local General E : Download owner’s manuals See my.chevrolet.com to register Motors Business Unit. and view vehicle-specific how-to your vehicle. videos. Customer Assistance for Chevrolet Owner Centre G : View maintenance schedules, (Canada) mychevrolet.ca Text Telephone (TTY) alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic Users Information. Schedule service Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre at appointments. mychevrolet.ca (English) or To assist customers who are deaf, my.chevrolet.ca (French) to access hard of hearing, or speech-impaired I : View and print dealer-recorded similar benefits to the U.S. site. and who use Text Telephones service records and self-recorded (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY service records. equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user in Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 381 GM Mobility Roadside Assistance Coverage Reimbursement Program Program Services are provided for the duration of the vehicle s powertrain For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call ’ warranty. 1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438.) In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In Canada, a For Canadian-purchased vehicles, person driving the vehicle without call 1-800-268-6800. permission from the owner is not Service is available 24 hours a day, covered. 365 days a year. This program is available to Roadside Assistance is not a part of qualified applicants for cost Calling for Assistance the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reimbursement, up to certain limits, General Motors North America and of eligible aftermarket adaptive When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet reserve the right to make equipment required for the vehicle, have the following information any changes or discontinue the such as hand controls or a ready: Roadside Assistance program at wheelchair/scooter lift for the . Your name, home address, and any time without notification. vehicle. home telephone number General Motors North America and To learn about the GM Mobility . Telephone number of your Chevrolet reserve the right to limit program, see www.gmmobility.com location services or payment to an owner or or call the GM Mobility Assistance driver if they decide the claims are . Location of the vehicle Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text made too often, or the same type of Telephone (TTY) users, call . Model, year, color, and license claim is made many times. 1-800-833-9935. plate number of the vehicle Services Provided General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and . Emergency Fuel Delivery: or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE delivery date of the vehicle Delivery of enough fuel for the (800-463-7483) for details. TTY vehicle to get to the nearest . Description of the problem users call 1-800-263-3830. service station. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
382 Customer Information . Lock-Out Service: Service to event, incidental expenses may Services Specific to unlock the vehicle if you are be reimbursed within the Canadian-Purchased Vehicles locked out. A remote unlock may Powertrain warranty period. be available if you have OnStar. Items considered are reasonable . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement For security reasons, the driver and customary hotel, meals, is up to 7 liters. If available, must present identification rental car, or a vehicle being diesel fuel delivery may be before this service is given. delivered back to the customer, restricted. Propane and other up to 500 miles. fuels are not provided through . Emergency Tow from a Public this service. Road or Highway: Tow to the Services Not Included in . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle nearest Chevrolet dealer for Roadside Assistance warranty service, or if the vehicle registration is required. was in a crash and cannot be . Impound towing caused by . Trip Interruption Benefits and driven. Assistance is not given violation of any laws Assistance: Must be over when the vehicle is stuck in the . Legal fines 150 km from where your trip was sand, mud, or snow. started to qualify. . Mounting, dismounting, . Flat Tire Change: Service to Pre-authorization, original or changing of snow tires, detailed receipts, and a copy of change a flat tire with the spare chains, or other traction devices tire. The spare tire, if equipped, the repair orders are required. must be in good condition and Service is not provided if a vehicle Once authorization has been properly inflated. It is the owner's is in an area that is not accessible received, the Roadside responsibility for the repair or to the service vehicle or is not a Assistance advisor will help to replacement of the tire if it is not regularly traveled or maintained make arrangements and explain covered by the warranty. public road, which includes ice and how to receive payment. winter roads. Off-road use is not . Alternative Service: If . Battery Jump Start: Service to covered. jump start a dead battery. assistance cannot be provided right away, the Roadside . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance advisor may give Assistance: If your trip is permission to get local interrupted due to a warranty emergency road service. You will Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 383 receive payment, up to $100, If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle after sending the original receipt the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage to Roadside Assistance. urged to do so as early in the work information. Mechanical failures may be day as possible to allow for covered, however any cost for same-day repair. Transportation Options parts and labor for repairs not Warranty service can generally be covered by the warranty are the Courtesy Transportation completed while you wait. However, owner responsibility. Program if you are unable to do so, your dealer may offer the following Scheduling Service To enhance your ownership transportation options: experience, we and our participating Appointments dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Shuttle Service When the vehicle requires warranty Transportation, a customer support This includes one-way or round-trip service, contact your dealer and program for vehicles with the shuttle service within reasonable request an appointment. By Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty time and distance parameters of scheduling a service appointment Coverage period in Canada), your dealer's area. and advising the service consultant extended powertrain, and/or of your transportation needs, your hybrid-specific warranties in both Public Transportation or Fuel dealer can help minimize your the U.S. and Canada. Reimbursement inconvenience. Several Courtesy Transportation If overnight warranty repairs are If the vehicle cannot be scheduled options are available to assist in needed, and public transportation is into the service department reducing inconvenience when used, the expense must be immediately, keep driving it until it warranty repairs are required. supported by original receipts and within the maximum amount allowed can be scheduled for service, Courtesy Transportation is not a unless, of course, the problem is by GM. If U.S. customers arrange part of the New Vehicle Limited their own transportation, limited safety related. If it is, please call Warranty. A separate booklet your dealership, let them know this, reimbursement for reasonable fuel entitled “Limited Warranty and and ask for instructions. expenses may be available. Claim Owner Assistance Information” amounts should reflect actual costs Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
384 Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. All program options, such as shuttle parts made with the same materials Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at and construction methods as the parts with which the vehicle was For an overnight warranty repair, the every dealer. Contact your dealer originally built. Genuine GM dealer may provide an available for specific availability. Collision parts are the best choice to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed reimbursement of a rental vehicle. unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety Reimbursement is limited and must or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine be supported by original receipts as Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM well as a signed and completed resolve all questions of claim New Vehicle Limited Warranty. rental agreement and meet state/ eligibility pursuant to the terms and provincial, local, and rental vehicle conditions described herein at its Recycled original equipment parts provider requirements. sole discretion. may also be used for repair. These Requirements vary and may include parts are typically removed from minimum age requirements, Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in insurance coverage, credit card, etc. prior crashes. In most cases, the Additional fees such as fuel, rental If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from vehicle insurance, taxes, levies, collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle. usage fees, excessive mileage, damage repaired by a qualified A recycled original equipment GM or rental usage beyond the technician using the proper part may be an acceptable choice to completion of the repair are also equipment and quality replacement maintain the vehicle's originally your responsibility. parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of It may not be possible to provide a value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts like vehicle as a courtesy rental. be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 385 Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs. vehicle with comprehensive and not have been tested for the vehicle. collision insurance coverage. There As a result, these parts may fit If a Crash Occurs are significant differences in the poorly, exhibit premature durability/ quality of coverage afforded by If there has been an injury, call corrosion problems, and may not various insurance policy terms. emergency services for help. Do not perform properly in subsequent Many insurance policies provide leave the scene of a crash until all collisions. Aftermarket parts are not reduced protection to the GM matters have been taken care of. covered by the GM New Vehicle vehicle by limiting compensation for Move the vehicle only if its position Limited Warranty, and any vehicle damage repairs through the use of puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not aftermarket collision parts. Some instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. insurance companies will not officer. Repair Facility specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you recommend that you ensure that the in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that vehicle will be repaired with GM For emergency towing see meets your needs before you ever original equipment collision parts. need collision repairs. Your dealer Roadside Assistance Program If such insurance coverage is not 0 381. may have a collision repair center available from your current with GM-trained technicians and insurance carrier, consider switching Gather the following information: state-of-the-art equipment, or be to another insurance carrier. able to recommend a collision repair . Driver name, address, and center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing telephone number technicians and comparable company may require you to have . Driver license number equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment . Owner name, address, and Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle license plate number Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
386 Customer Information . Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Publication Ordering model year recycled parts will not be covered by Information . Vehicle Identification the GM vehicle warranty. Number (VIN) Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals . Insurance company and policy but you must live with the repair. Service manuals have the diagnosis number Depending on your policy limits, and repair information on the your insurance company may engine, transmission, axle, . General description of the initially value the repair using suspension, brakes, electrical damage to the other vehicle aftermarket parts. Discuss this with system, steering system, body, etc. Choose a reputable repair facility the repair professional, and insist on that uses quality replacement parts. Genuine GM parts. Remember, Customer Literature if the vehicle is leased, you may be See “Collision Parts” earlier in this Owner’s manuals are written section. obligated to have the vehicle specifically for owners and are repaired with Genuine GM parts, If the airbag has inflated, see What intended to provide basic even if your insurance coverage operational information about the Will You See after an Airbag does not pay the full cost. Inflates? 0 61. vehicle. The owner’s manual If another party's insurance includes the Maintenance Schedule Managing the Vehicle Damage company is paying for the repairs, for all models. Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a Customer literature publications repair valuation based on that In the event that the vehicle requires available for purchase include insurance company's collision policy damage repairs, GM recommends owner’s manuals, warranty repair limits, as you have no that you take an active role in its manuals, infotainment manuals, and contractual limits with that company. repair. If you have a pre-determined portfolios. Portfolios include an In such cases, you can have control repair facility of choice, take the owner’s manual, warranty manual, of the repair and parts choices as vehicle there, or have it towed there. infotainment manual, if applicable, long as the cost stays within Specify to the facility that any and zip lock bag or pouch. reasonable limits. required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 387 Current and Past Models Innovation, Science and Economic Reporting Safety Development (ISED) Canada's Service manuals and customer RSP-100 / ICES-GEN. Defects literature are available for many current and past model year GM Operation is subject to the following vehicles. two conditions: Reporting Safety Defects To order, call 1-800-551-4123 1. The device may not cause to the United States Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. harmful interference. Government eastern time 2. The device must accept any If you believe that your vehicle For credit card orders only (VISA, interference received, including has a defect which could cause MasterCard, or Discover), see interference that may cause a crash or could cause injury or Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. undesired operation of the death, you should immediately device. To order by mail, write to: inform the National Highway Changes or modifications to any of Helm, Incorporated Traffic Safety Administration these systems by other than an Attention: Customer Service (NHTSA) in addition to notifying authorized service facility could void 47911 Halyard Drive General Motors. authorization to use this equipment. Plymouth, MI 48170 If NHTSA receives similar Make checks payable in U.S. funds. complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that Radio Frequency a safety defect exists in a group Statement of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that However, NHTSA cannot complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the become involved in individual Federal Communications problems between you, your Commission (FCC) rules and with dealer, or General Motors. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
388 Customer Information To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian to General Motors toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Government In addition to notifying NHTSA (or http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you Transport Canada) in a situation like write to: believe that the vehicle has a this, notify General Motors. Administrator, NHTSA safety defect, notify Transport In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1020, or write: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Canada immediately, and notify Washington, D.C. 20590 General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division Company. Call Transport Chevrolet Customer Assistance You can also obtain other Canada at 1-800-333-0510; Center information about motor go to: P.O. Box 33170 vehicle safety from Detroit, MI 48232-5170 www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) http://www.safercar.gov. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) (English) or 1-800-263-7854 or write to: (French), or write: Transport Canada General Motors of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate Company Defect Investigations and Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Recalls Division CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 80 Noel Street Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 In Mexico, call 01-800-466-0811 or 01-800-508-0000. In other Central America and Caribbean Countries, call 52-722-236-0680. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Customer Information 389 Vehicle Data Cybersecurity your vehicle to any unknown or untrusted networks (such as Recording and GM collects information about the Bluetooth, WIFI or similar use of your vehicle including technology). In the event you Privacy operational and safety related suspect any security incident The vehicle has a number of information. We collect this impacting your data or the safe computers that record information information to provide, evaluate, operation of your vehicle, please about the vehicle’s performance and improve, and troubleshoot our stop operating your vehicle and how it is driven or used. For products and services and to contact your dealer. example, the vehicle uses computer develop new products and services. modules to monitor and control The protection of vehicle electronics Event Data Recorders engine and transmission systems and customer data from performance, to monitor the unauthorized outside electronic This vehicle is equipped with an conditions for airbag deployment access or control is important to event data recorder (EDR). The and deploy them in a crash, and, GM. GM maintains appropriate main purpose of an EDR is to if equipped, to provide antilock security standards, practices, record, in certain crash or near braking to help the driver control the guidelines and controls aimed at crash-like situations, such as an air vehicle. These modules may store defending the vehicle and the bag deployment or hitting a road data to help the dealer technician vehicle service ecosystem against obstacle, data that will assist in service the vehicle or to help GM unauthorized electronic access, understanding how a vehicle’s improve safety or features. Some detecting possible malicious activity systems performed. The EDR is modules may also store data about in related networks, and responding designed to record data related to how the vehicle is operated, such as to suspected cybersecurity incidents vehicle dynamics and safety rate of fuel consumption or average in a timely, coordinated and effective systems for a short period of time, speed. These modules may retain manner. Security incidents could typically 30 seconds or less. The personal preferences, such as radio impact your safety or compromise EDR in this vehicle is designed to presets, seat positions, and your private data. To minimize record such data as: temperature settings. security risks, please do not connect . How various systems in your your vehicle electronic systems to vehicle were operating; unauthorized devices or connect Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
390 Customer Information . Whether or not the driver and To read data recorded by an EDR, OnStar passenger safety belts were special equipment is required, and buckled/fastened; access to the vehicle or the EDR is If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service . How far (if at all) the driver was needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as plan, additional data may be depressing the accelerator and/ collected and transmitted through or brake pedal; and, law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the the OnStar system. This includes . How fast the vehicle was information if they have access to information about the vehicle’s traveling. the vehicle or the EDR. operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or its features, including infotainment; better understanding of the share it with others except: with the and the location and approximate circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the the OnStar Terms and Conditions Note consent of the lessee; in response and Privacy Statement on the EDR data are recorded by your to an official request by police or OnStar website. vehicle only if a non-trivial crash similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through See OnStar Additional Information situation occurs; no data are 0 393. recorded by the EDR under normal the discovery process; or, as required by law. Data that GM driving conditions and no personal Infotainment System data (e.g., name, gender, age, and collects or receives may also be crash location) are recorded. used for GM research needs or may If the vehicle is equipped with a However, other parties, such as law be made available to others for navigation system as part of the enforcement, could combine the research purposes, where a need is infotainment system, use of the EDR data with the type of shown and the data is not tied to a system may result in the storage of personally identifying data routinely specific vehicle or vehicle owner. destinations, addresses, telephone acquired during a crash numbers, and other trip information. investigation. See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
OnStar 391 OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and OnStar Software Terms for more details including system limitations at OnStar Overview www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ...... 391 The OnStar system status light is OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the Emergency ...... 392 status light is: Security ...... 393 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Additional Information . Flashing Green: On a call. OnStar Additional Q Blue OnStar Button Information ...... 393 > Red Emergency Button . Red: Indicates a problem. This vehicle may be equipped with a . Off: System is off. Press Q comprehensive, in-vehicle system twice to speak with an OnStar that can connect to an OnStar Advisor. Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR Diagnostics Services. OnStar (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an services may require a paid service Advisor. plan and data plan. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system, cellular service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
392 OnStar Functionality of the Voice Command . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, OnStar Services button may vary by vehicle and if equipped. region. Press > to get a priority connection Emergency Press = to: to an OnStar Advisor available Emergency Services require an . Open the OnStar app on the 24/7 to: active safety and security plan. With infotainment display. See the . Get help for an emergency. Automatic Crash Response, built-in infotainment manual for . Be a Good Samaritan or sensors can automatically alert a information on how to use the respond to an AMBER Alert. specially trained OnStar Advisor OnStar app. who is immediately connected in to . Get assistance in severe the vehicle to help. Or weather or other crisis situations . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn and find evacuation routes. Press > for a priority connection to Navigation voice commands. an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers, direct . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi them to your exact location, and hotspot name or SSID and relay important information. password, if equipped. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially Press Q to connect to an trained Advisors are available Advisor to: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to . Verify account information or provide a central point of contact, update contact information. assistance, and information during a crisis. . Get driving directions. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors . Receive a Diagnostic check of can locate a nearby service provider the vehicle's key operating to help with a flat tire, a battery systems. jump, or an empty gas tank. . Receive Roadside Assistance. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
OnStar 393 Security OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners If equipped, OnStar provides these Information services: Press Q and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update pinpoint the vehicle and help information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar or connected service options. authorities quickly recover it. . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press . With Remote Ignition Block, Q to set up an account. How OnStar Service Works if equipped, OnStar can block . After change in ownership and Automatic Crash Response, the engine from being restarted. at 90 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote if equipped, OnStar can work Transferring Service Services, and Roadside Assistance with law enforcement to Press Q to request account transfer are available on most vehicles. Not gradually slow the vehicle down. eligibility information. The Advisor all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles. For Theft Alarm Notification can cancel or change account information. more information, a full description If equipped, if the doors are locked of OnStar services, system and the vehicle alarm sounds, a Selling/Transferring the limitations, and OnStar User Terms, notification by text, e-mail, or phone Vehicle Privacy Statement, and Software call will be sent. If the vehicle is Terms: Call 1-888-4ONSTAR stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work (1-888-466-7827) immediately to . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR with authorities to recover the terminate your OnStar or connected (1-888-466-7827). vehicle. services if the vehicle is disposed . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). of, sold, transferred, or if the lease ends. . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
394 OnStar . Press Q to speak with an to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Advisor. phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar jamming — may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStar or connected services cannot work unless the vehicle is in See Radio Frequency Statement If equipped, TTY mode can be 0 a place where OnStar has an 387. turned on or off by touching agreement with a wireless service Settings, then Apps, and then Services for People with Phone. When TTY mode is on, provider for service in that area. The Disabilities wireless service provider must also phone calls can be made or have coverage, network capacity, Advisors provide services to help received with OnStar using the reception, and technology with physical disabilities and infotainment display. compatible with OnStar or medical conditions. OnStar Personal Identification connected services. Service Q Number (PIN) involving location information about Press to help: the vehicle cannot work unless GPS . Locate a gas station with an A PIN is needed to access some signals are available, unobstructed, attendant to pump gas. OnStar services. The PIN will need and compatible with the OnStar to be changed the first time when . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., hardware. OnStar or connected speaking with an Advisor. To that meets accessibility needs. services may not work if the OnStar change the OnStar PIN, contact an equipment is not properly installed . Provide directions to the closest OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or or it has not been properly hospital or pharmacy in urgent calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. maintained. If equipment or software situations. is added, connected, or modified, Warranty TTY Users OnStar or connected services may OnStar equipment may be not work. Other problems beyond OnStar has the ability to warranted as part of the vehicle the control of OnStar — such as communicate to deaf, warranty. hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired electrical system design and customers while in the vehicle. The architecture of the vehicle, damage available dealer-installed TTY system can provide in-vehicle Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
OnStar 395 Languages call OnStar. However, OnStar may come on. Press Q to try the could have difficulty identifying The vehicle can be programmed to call again or try again after driving a the exact location. respond in multiple languages. few miles into another cellular area. Press Q and ask for an Advisor. . In emergency situations, OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues Advisors are available in English, can use the last stored GPS Spanish, and French. Available location to send to emergency OnStar services require a vehicle languages may vary by country. responders. electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be A temporary loss of GPS can cause available and operating for features Potential Issues loss of the ability to send a to function properly. These systems OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The may not operate if the battery is Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or discharged or disconnected. Assistance after the vehicle has may ask for a call back after the been off continuously for 10 days vehicle is driven into an open area. Add-on Electrical Equipment without an ignition cycle. If the vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the 10 days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for vehicle. Do not add any electrical Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to equipment. See Add-On Electrical to help gain access to the vehicle. the vehicle. Do not place items over Equipment 0 263. Added electrical or near the antenna to prevent equipment may interfere with the Global Positioning blocking cellular and GPS signal operation of the OnStar system and System (GPS) reception. cause it to not operate. . Obstruction of the GPS can Unable to Connect to OnStar occur in a large city with tall Vehicle Software Updates buildings; in parking garages; Message OnStar or GM may remotely deliver around airports; in tunnels and If there is limited cellular coverage software updates or changes to the underpasses; or in an area with or the cellular network has reached vehicle without further notice or very dense trees. If GPS signals maximum capacity, this message consent. These updates or changes are not available, the OnStar may enhance or maintain safety, system should still operate to Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
396 OnStar security, or the operation of the Privacy libcurl: vehicle or the vehicle systems. The complete OnStar Privacy COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION Software updates or changes may Statement may be found at NOTICE affect or erase data or settings that www.onstar.com (U.S.), are stored in the vehicle, such as Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We saved navigation destinations or Stenberg,
OnStar 397 OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, Gordon, Ian Gorman, Chris 1. Redistributions of source code OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION Herborth, Dirk Haase, Greg Hartwig, must retain the above copyright WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE Robert Heath, Jonathan Hudson, notice, definition, disclaimer, USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN Paul Kienitz, David Kirschbaum, and this list of conditions. THE SOFTWARE. Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, 2. Redistributions in binary form Except as contained in this notice, Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, (compiled executables) must the name of a copyright holder shall Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, reproduce the above copyright not be used in advertising or George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, Kai notice, definition, disclaimer, otherwise to promote the sale, use Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, and this list of conditions in or other dealings in this Software Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other without prior written authorization of Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the the copyright holder. Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution. The sole exception Rich Wales, Mike White. to this condition is redistribution unzip: This software is provided “as is,” of a standard UnZipSFX binary This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the without warranty of any kind, (including SFXWiz) as part of a Info-ZIP copyright and license. The express or implied. In no event shall self-extracting archive; that is definitive version of this document Info-ZIP or its contributors be held permitted without inclusion of should be available at ftp:// liable for any direct, indirect, this license, as long as the ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/ incidental, special or consequential normal SFX banner has not license.html indefinitely. damages arising out of the use of or been removed from the binary Copyright (c) 1990-2005 Info-ZIP. All inability to use this software. or disabled. rights reserved. Permission is granted to anyone to 3. Altered versions–including, but For the purposes of this copyright use this software for any purpose, not limited to, ports to new including commercial applications, operating systems, existing and license, “Info-ZIP” is defined as the following set of individuals: and to alter it and redistribute it ports with new graphical freely, subject to the following interfaces, and dynamic, Mark Adler, John Bush, Karl Davis, restrictions: shared, or static library Harald Denker, Jean-Michel Dubois, versions–must be plainly Jean-loup Gailly, Hunter Goatley, Ed marked as such and must not Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
398 OnStar be misrepresented as being the original source. Such altered versions also must not be misrepresented as being Info-ZIP releases–including, but not limited to, labeling of the altered versions with the names “Info-ZIP” (or any variation thereof, including, but not limited to, different capitalizations), “Pocket UnZip,”“WiZ” or “MacZip” without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP. Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names “Info-ZIP,”“Zip,” “UnZip,”“UnZipSFX,”“WiZ,” “Pocket UnZip,”“Pocket Zip,” and “MacZip” for its own source and binary releases. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Connected Services 399 Connected Connected Services OnStar app on the infotainment display. For other vehicles press = Services Navigation as follows. Navigation requires a specific Cancel Route Connected Services OnStar or connected service plan. 1. Press =. System responds: Navigation ...... 399 Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections ...... 400 Diagnostics ...... 401 directions or have them sent to the 2. Say “Cancel route.” System vehicle’s navigation screen, responds: “Do you want to if equipped. cancel directions?” Turn-by-Turn Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, request completed, thank 1. Press Q to connect to an you, goodbye.” Advisor. Route Preview 2. Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle. 1. Press =. System responds: 3. Follow the voice-guided “OnStar ready,” then a tone. commands. 2. Say “Route preview.” System responds with the next three Using Voice Commands maneuvers. During a Planned Route Repeat Functionality of the Voice Command button, if equipped, may vary by 1. Press =. System responds: vehicle and region. For some “OnStar ready,” then a tone. vehicles, press = to open the Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
400 Connected Services 2. Say “Repeat.” System See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) responds with the last direction www.onstar.ca (Canada). The vehicle may have a built-in given, then responds with Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections to the Internet and web content at Get My Destination The following services help with 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile staying connected. devices can be connected. A data 1. Press =. System responds: plan is required. Use the in-vehicle “OnStar ready,” then a tone. For coverage maps, see controls only when it is safe to www.onstar.com (U.S.) or do so. 2. Say “Get my destination.” www.onstar.ca (Canada). System responds with the 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot address and distance to the Ensuring Security information, press = to open destination, then responds with . Change the default passwords the OnStar app on the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. for the Wi-Fi hotspot and infotainment display, then Send Destination to Vehicle myChevrolet mobile application. select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some Make these passwords different vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Directions can be sent to the from each other and use a Settings on the screen. vehicle’s navigation screen, combination of letters, numbers, 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display if equipped. and symbols to increase the the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), security. Press Q, then ask the Advisor to password, and on some download directions to the vehicle’s . Change the default name of the vehicles, the connection type navigation system, if equipped. After SSID (Service Set Identifier). (no Internet connection, 3G, the call ends, the navigation screen This is your network’s name that 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality will provide prompts to begin driving is visible to other wireless (poor, good, excellent). directions. Routes that are sent to devices. Choose a unique name 3. To change the SSID or the navigation screen can only be and avoid family names or canceled through the navigation vehicle descriptions. password, press Q or call system. 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor. On some Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Connected Services 401 vehicles, the SSID and . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil factory-installed remote start, and password can be changed in life, or tire pressure, power locks are required. Data rates the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. if factory-equipped with the Tire apply. See www.onstar.com for Pressure Monitor System. details and system limitations. After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Wi-Fi hotspot will connect . Send destinations to the vehicle. Remote Services automatically to your mobile . Locate the vehicle on a map Contact an OnStar Advisor to devices. Manage data usage by (U.S. market only). turning Wi-Fi on or off on your unlock the doors or sound the horn mobile device, using the . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot and flash the lamps. myChevrolet mobile app, or by on/off, manage settings, and Marketplace contacting an OnStar Advisor. On monitor data consumption, some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be if equipped. OnStar Advisors can provide offers from restaurants and retailers on managed from the Wi-Fi . Locate a dealer and schedule your route, help locate hotels, Hotspot menu. service. or book a room. These services MyChevrolet Mobile App (If . Request roadside assistance. vary by market. Available) . Set a parking reminder with pin Download the myChevrolet mobile drop, take a photo, make a note, Diagnostics app to compatible Apple and and set a timer. By monitoring and reporting on the Android smartphones. Chevrolet vehicle's key systems, OnStar users can access the following . Connect with Chevrolet on social media. Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, services from a smartphone: provides a way to keep up on . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, Features are subject to change. For maintenance. Capabilities vary by if factory-equipped. myChevrolet mobile app information model. See www.onstar.com for and compatibility, see details and system limitations. . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped my.chevrolet.com. with automatic locks. Features are subject to change. For An active OnStar or connected updates on feature capabilities, see . Activate the horn and lamps. service plan may be required. my.chevrolet.com. Message and A compatible device, data rates may apply. Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
402 Index Index A Airbag System (cont'd) About Driving the Vehicle ...... 2 When Should an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ...... 59 Modifications ...... 267 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 58 Accessory Power ...... 188 Airbags Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 214 Adding Equipment to the Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 263 Vehicle ...... 67 Additional Information Passenger Status Indicator . . . .113 OnStar ...... 393 Readiness Light ...... 112 Additional Maintenance Servicing Airbag-Equipped and Care ...... 366 Vehicles ...... 66 Adjustments System Check ...... 56 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 39 Alarm Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 280 Vehicle Security ...... 26 Air Conditioning ...... 154, 156 Alert Air Filter, Passenger Lane Change ...... 236 Compartment ...... 160 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 236 Air Vents ...... 159 All-Season Tires ...... 307 Airbag System All-Wheel Drive ...... 204, 291 Check ...... 68 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 205 How Does an Airbag Warning Light ...... 117 Restrain? ...... 61 Appearance Care Passenger Sensing System . . . .62 Exterior ...... 349 What Makes an Airbag Interior ...... 353 Inflate? ...... 60 Assistance Program, What Will You See after an Roadside ...... 381 Airbag Inflates? ...... 61 Assistance Systems for Driving ...... 230 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Index 403 Assistance Systems for Brakes ...... 288 California Parking and Backing ...... 226 Antilock ...... 205 Perchlorate Materials Auto Stop Assist ...... 207 Requirements ...... 267 Stop/Start System ...... 184 Fluid ...... 289 California Automatic Braking ...... 166 Proposition Dimming Mirrors ...... 29 Automatic 65 Warning ...... 266,290, 341, Door Locks ...... 19 Emergency (AEB) ...... 232 Back Cover Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . . 232 Braking System Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Headlamp System ...... 147 Front Pedestrian (FPB) ...... 234 Capacities and Transmission ...... 200 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 180 Specifications ...... 374 Transmission Fluid ...... 280 Bulb Replacement Carbon Monoxide Automatic Transmission Front Turn Signal and Fog Engine Exhaust ...... 190 Manual Mode ...... 202 Lamps ...... 297 Liftgate ...... 21 Shift Lock Control Function Halogen Bulbs ...... 295 Winter Driving ...... 174 Check ...... 291 Headlamp Aiming ...... 295 Cargo B Headlamps ...... 295, 296 Cover ...... 89 High Intensity Discharge Tie-Downs ...... 90 Battery (HID) Lighting ...... 296 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3 Exterior Lighting Battery License Plate Lamps ...... 298 Center Console Storage ...... 89 Saver ...... 152 Taillamps ...... 297 Chains, Tire ...... 326 Load Management ...... 151 Buying New Tires ...... 322 Charging Power Protection ...... 152 Wireless ...... 98 Battery - North America . . . .290, 341 C Charging System Light ...... 114 Biodiesel ...... 244 Calibration ...... 96 Check Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 292 Engine Light (Malfunction Brake Indicator) ...... 114 Parking, Electric ...... 205 Child Restraints System Warning Light ...... 116 Infants and Young Children . . . . .70 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
404 Index Child Restraints (cont'd) Connections Customer Assistance (cont'd) Lower Anchors and Tethers Connected Services ...... 400 Text Telephone (TTY) for Children ...... 75 Control Users ...... 380 Older Children ...... 68 Traction and Electronic Customer Information Securing ...... 83, 85 Stability ...... 208 Publications Ordering Systems ...... 72 Control of a Vehicle ...... 166 Information ...... 386 Circuit Breakers ...... 299 Convenience Net ...... 91 Customer Satisfaction Cleaning Convex Mirrors ...... 28 Procedure ...... 377 Exterior Care ...... 349 Coolant Cybersecurity ...... 389 Interior Care ...... 353 Engine Temperature Gauge . . .111 D Climate Control Systems ...... 154 Cooling ...... 154, 156 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 384 Air Conditioning ...... 154 Cooling System ...... 282 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3 Dual Automatic ...... 156 Courtesy Lamps ...... 149 Data Collection Heating ...... 154 Courtesy Transportation Infotainment System ...... 390 Clock ...... 97 Program ...... 383 OnStar ...... 390 Cluster, Instrument ...... 102, 106 Cover Data Recorders, Event ...... 389 Cold Weather Operation ...... 245 Cargo ...... 89 Daytime Running Collision Damage Repair ...... 384 Covers Lamps (DRL) ...... 146 Compact Spare Tire ...... 340 Rear Compartment/Storage Defensive Driving ...... 165 Compartments Panel ...... 89 Delayed Locking ...... 19 Storage ...... 88 Winter ...... 185 Diagnostics Compass ...... 96 Cruise Control ...... 212 Connected Services ...... 401 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 328 Light ...... 123 Diesel Exhaust Fluid ...... 195 Connected Services Cruise Control, Adaptive ...... 214 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Connections ...... 400 Cupholders ...... 88 Warning Light ...... 122 Diagnostics ...... 401 Customer Assistance ...... 380 Diesel Particulate Filter ...... 191 Navigation ...... 399 Offices ...... 379 Distracted Driving ...... 164 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Index 405 Dome Lamps ...... 149 Driving the Vehicle ...... 2 Engine (cont'd) Door Dual Automatic Climate Drive Belt Routing ...... 376 Delayed Locking ...... 19 Control System ...... 156 Exhaust ...... 190 Heater ...... 187 Locks ...... 16 E Power Locks ...... 19 Oil Life System ...... 279 Electric Parking Brake ...... 205 Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 376 Oil Pressure Light ...... 121 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 117 Drive Systems Overheating ...... 286 Electrical Equipment, All-Wheel Drive ...... 204, 291 Power Messages ...... 134 Add-On ...... 263 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 225 Running While Parked ...... 191 Electrical System Driver Behavior ...... 163 Starting ...... 182 Engine Compartment Fuse Driver Information Engines Block ...... 299 Center (DIC) ...... 123, 129 Diesel Fuel ...... 243 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 299 Driving Entry Lighting ...... 151 Instrument Panel Fuse Assistance Systems ...... 230 Equipment, Towing ...... 261 Block ...... 302 Better Fuel Economy ...... 164 Event Data Recorders ...... 389 Overload ...... 298 Characteristics and Exhaust Fluid Rear Compartment Fuse Towing Tips ...... 254 Diesel ...... 195 Block ...... 305 Defensive ...... 165 Exit Lighting ...... 151 Emergency Drunk ...... 165 Extended Parking ...... 190 OnStar ...... 392 Environment ...... 164 Extender, Seat Belt ...... 55 Engine Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 173 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 144 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 280 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 175 Exterior Lighting Battery Check Light (Malfunction Loss of Control ...... 168 Saver ...... 152 Indicator) ...... 114 Off-Road ...... 168 Compartment Overview ...... 270 F Off-Road Recovery ...... 167 Coolant Temperature Filter ...... 191 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 176 Gauge ...... 111 Replacement (Fuel) ...... 249 Wet Roads ...... 172 Cooling System ...... 282 Winter ...... 174 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
406 Index Filter, Fuel (cont'd) Garage Door Opener (cont'd) Engine Air Cleaner ...... 280 Diesel Engines ...... 243 Programming ...... 140 Flash-to-Pass ...... 146 Economy, Driving for Better . . . 164 Gas Strut(s) ...... 294 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 148 Filling a Portable Fuel Gauges Flat Tire ...... 327 Container ...... 253 Engine Coolant Changing ...... 335 Filling the Tank ...... 250, 251 Temperature ...... 111 Floor Mats ...... 357 Filter Replacement ...... 249 Fuel ...... 110 Fluid Foreign Countries ...... 242 Odometer ...... 109 Automatic Transmission ...... 280 Gauge ...... 110 Speedometer ...... 109 Brakes ...... 289 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 121 Tachometer ...... 109 Washer ...... 287 Prohibited Fuels ...... 242 Trip Odometer ...... 109 Fog Lamps ...... 148 Recommended ...... 241, 242 Warning Lights and Folding Mirrors ...... 29 Running out of Fuel ...... 249 Indicators ...... 101 Forward Collision Alert Top Tier ...... 241 General Information (FCA) System ...... 230 Water in Fuel ...... 245 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 358 Frequency Statement Fuel for Diesel Engines ...... 243 Towing ...... 254 Radio ...... 387 Fuses Vehicle Care ...... 266 Front Fog Lamp Engine Compartment Fuse Glove Box ...... 88 Light ...... 123 Block ...... 299 GM Mobility Reimbursement Front Pedestrian Braking Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 299 Program ...... 381 (FPB) System ...... 234 Instrument Panel Fuse H Front Seats Block ...... 302 Halogen Bulbs ...... 295 Adjustment ...... 38 Rear Compartment Fuse Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 148 Heated and Ventilated ...... 43 Block ...... 305 Head Restraints ...... 36 Fuel G Headlamps ...... 296 Additives ...... 243 Garage Door Opener ...... 140 Aiming ...... 295 Biodiesel ...... 244 Automatic ...... 147 Cold Weather Operation ...... 245 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Index 407 Headlamps (cont'd) HVAC ...... 154, 156 Lamps Bulb Replacement ...... 295 I Courtesy ...... 149 Daytime Running Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 146 Ignition Positions ...... 180 Lamps (DRL) ...... 146 Dome ...... 149 Immobilizer ...... 27 Flash-to-Pass ...... 146 Exterior Controls ...... 144 Indicator Front Turn Signal and Fog Exterior Lighting Battery Pedestrian Ahead ...... 119 Lamps ...... 297 Saver ...... 152 Vehicle Ahead ...... 118 High Intensity Discharge License Plate ...... 298 Infants and Young Children, (HID) Lighting ...... 296 Malfunction Indicator Restraints ...... 70 High-Beam On Light ...... 122 (Check Engine) ...... 114 Information High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 146 On Reminder ...... 123 Publication Ordering ...... 386 Lamps On Reminder ...... 123 Reading ...... 150 Infotainment ...... 153 Heated Taillamps ...... 297 Infotainment System ...... 390 Rear Seats ...... 47 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 236 Instrument Cluster ...... 102, 106 Steering Wheel ...... 94 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 238 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 5 Heated and Ventilated Front Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 118 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 30 Seats ...... 43 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 51 Introduction ...... 2 Heated Mirrors ...... 29 LATCH System Heater J Replacing Parts after a Engine ...... 187 Jump Starting - North Crash ...... 82 Heating ...... 154, 156 America ...... 341 LATCH, Lower Anchors and High-Beam On Light ...... 122 K Tethers for Children ...... 75 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 173 Keyless Entry LED Lighting ...... 296 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 207 Remote (RKE) System ...... 8 Liftgate ...... 21 Hood ...... 268 Keys ...... 7 Lighting Horn ...... 94 Entry ...... 151 How to Wear Seat Belts L Exit ...... 151 Properly ...... 49 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 308 Illumination Control ...... 149 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
408 Index Lighting (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule (cont'd) LED ...... 296 Traction Control System Recommended Fluids and Lights (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 120 Lubricants ...... 369 Airbag Readiness ...... 112 Traction Off ...... 119 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 114 Antilock Brake System Wait to Start ...... 120 Manual Mode ...... 202 (ABS) Warning ...... 117 Locks Memory Seats ...... 40 Brake System Warning ...... 116 Automatic Door ...... 19 Messages Charging System ...... 114 Delayed Locking ...... 19 Engine Power ...... 134 Check Engine (Malfunction Door ...... 16 Vehicle ...... 133 Indicator) ...... 114 Lockout Protection ...... 19 Vehicle Speed ...... 134 Cruise Control ...... 123 Power Door ...... 19 Mirrors Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) . . . 122 Safety ...... 20 Automatic Dimming ...... 29 Electric Parking Brake ...... 117 Loss of Control ...... 168 Automatic Dimming Engine Oil Pressure ...... 121 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 121 Rearview ...... 30 Flash-to-Pass ...... 146 Lower Anchors and Tethers Convex ...... 28 Front Fog Lamp ...... 123 for Children (LATCH Folding ...... 29 High-Beam On ...... 122 System) ...... 75 Heated ...... 29 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 146 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 39 Manual Rearview ...... 30 Lane Keep Assist ...... 118 Front Seats ...... 39 Power ...... 28 Low Fuel Warning ...... 121 M Tilt in Reverse ...... 29 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 112 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 30 Maintenance Security ...... 122 Monitor System, Tire Records ...... 372 Service Electric Parking Pressure ...... 315 Maintenance and Care Brake ...... 117 Additional ...... 366 StabiliTrak OFF ...... 119 Maintenance Schedule ...... 360 Tire Pressure ...... 120 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 118 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Index 409 N Overheating, Engine ...... 286 Power (cont'd) Navigation Overview Outlets ...... 97 Connected Services ...... 399 Instrument Panel ...... 5 Protection, Battery ...... 152 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 188 Net, Convenience ...... 91 P Seat Adjustment ...... 38 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 180 Park Windows ...... 30 O Shifting Out of ...... 189 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 54 Odometer ...... 109 Park Assist ...... 226 Privacy Trip ...... 109 Parking Vehicle Data Recording ...... 389 Off-Road ...... 168 Brake and P (Park) Program Driving ...... 168 Mechanism Check ...... 292 Courtesy Transportation ...... 383 Recovery ...... 167 Extended ...... 190 Prohibited Fuels ...... 242 Oil Over Things That Burn ...... 190 Proposition Engine ...... 275 Parking or Backing 65 Warning, Engine Oil Life System ...... 279 Assistance Systems ...... 226 California ...... 266,290, 341, Pressure Light ...... 121 Passenger Airbag Status Back Cover Older Children, Restraints ...... 68 Indicator ...... 113 Publication Ordering Online Owner Center ...... 380 Passenger Compartment Air Information ...... 386 OnStar ...... 390 Filter ...... 160 OnStar Additional Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 62 R Information ...... 393 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 119 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 387 OnStar Emergency ...... 392 Perchlorate Materials Reading Lamps ...... 150 OnStar Overview ...... 391 Requirements, California ...... 267 Rear Compartment/Storage OnStar Security ...... 393 Personalization Panel Cover ...... 89 Operation Vehicle ...... 134 Rear Seats ...... 44 Fog Lamps ...... 148 Power Heated ...... 47 Outlets Door Locks ...... 19 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 226 Power ...... 97 Mirrors ...... 28 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . 96 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
410 Index Rearview Mirrors ...... 30 Restraints Seat Belts (cont'd) Automatic Dimming ...... 30 Where to Put ...... 74 Care ...... 55 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 39 Retained Accessory Extender ...... 55 Recommended Power (RAP) ...... 188 How to Wear Seat Belts Fuel ...... 241, 242 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 29 Properly ...... 49 Recommended Fluids and Roads Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 51 Lubricants ...... 369 Driving, Wet ...... 172 Reminders ...... 112 Records Roadside Assistance Replacing after a Crash ...... 56 Maintenance ...... 372 Program ...... 381 Use During Pregnancy ...... 54 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 346 Roof Seats Reimbursement Program, Sunroof ...... 33 Adjustment, Front ...... 38 GM Mobility ...... 381 Roof Rack System ...... 91 Head Restraints ...... 36 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Rotation, Tires ...... 320 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . .43 System ...... 8 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 376 Heated, Rear ...... 47 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 15 Running out of Fuel ...... 249 Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 39 Replacement Parts Running the Vehicle While Memory ...... 40 Airbags ...... 68 Parked ...... 191 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 38 Rear ...... 44 Maintenance ...... 370 S Replacing Airbag System ...... 68 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 39 Safety Defects Reporting Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints . . . . 83, 85 Canadian Government ...... 388 Parts after a Crash ...... 82 Security General Motors ...... 388 Replacing Seat Belt System Light ...... 122 U.S. Government ...... 387 Parts after a Crash ...... 56 OnStar ...... 393 Safety Locks ...... 20 Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle ...... 26 Safety System Check ...... 55 Canadian Government ...... 388 Vehicle Alarm ...... 26 Scheduling Appointments ...... 383 General Motors ...... 388 Service ...... 161 Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 328 U.S. Government ...... 387 Accessories and Seat Belts ...... 48 Modifications ...... 267 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Index 411 Service (cont'd) StabiliTrak Sunroof ...... 33 Climate Control System ...... 154 OFF Light ...... 119 Symbols ...... 3 Doing Your Own Work ...... 267 Start Assist, Hill ...... 207 System Maintenance Records ...... 372 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 15 Forward Collision Maintenance, General Starter Switch Check ...... 291 Alert (FCA) ...... 230 Information ...... 358 Starting the Engine ...... 182 Infotainment ...... 153, 390 Parts Identification ...... 373 Steering ...... 166 Roof Rack ...... 91 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 383 Heated Wheel ...... 94 Systems Service Electric Parking Wheel Adjustment ...... 94 Driver Assistance ...... 225 Brake Light ...... 117 Wheel Controls ...... 94 T Services Stop/Start System ...... 184 Tachometer ...... 109 Special Application ...... 366 Storage Areas Taillamps ...... 297 Servicing the Airbag ...... 66 Cargo Cover ...... 89 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 380 Shift Lock Control Function Center Console ...... 89 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 27 Check, Automatic Convenience Net ...... 91 Immobilizer ...... 27 Transmission ...... 291 Glove Box ...... 88 Time ...... 97 Shifting Rear Compartment/Storage Tires ...... 307 Into Park ...... 188 Panel Cover ...... 89 All-Season ...... 307 Out of Park ...... 189 Roof Rack System ...... 91 Buying New Tires ...... 322 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 236 Sunglasses ...... 88 Chains ...... 326 Signals, Turn and Storage Compartments ...... 88 Changing ...... 335 Lane-Change ...... 148 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compact Spare ...... 340 Spare Tire Compressor Kit ...... 335 Designations ...... 310 Compact ...... 340 Struts Different Size ...... 323 Special Application Services . . . . 366 Gas ...... 294 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 327 Specifications and Stuck Vehicle ...... 175 Inspection ...... 320 Capacities ...... 374 Sun Visors ...... 32 Pressure ...... 313 Speedometer ...... 109 Sunglass Storage ...... 88 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
412 Index Tires (cont'd) Towing (cont'd) Vehicle (cont'd) Pressure Light ...... 120 Vehicle ...... 344 Canadian Owners ...... 2 Pressure Monitor Operation . . 316 Traction Control ...... 166 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 315 Control System Design ...... 164 Rotation ...... 320 (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light ...... 120 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 373 Sealant and Off Light ...... 119 Load Limits ...... 176 Compressor Kit ...... 328 Traction Control/Electronic Messages ...... 133 Sealant and Compressor Stability Control ...... 208 Personalization ...... 134 Kit, Storing ...... 335 Trailer Remote Start ...... 15 Sidewall Labeling ...... 308 Towing ...... 258 Security ...... 26 Terminology and Definitions . . .311 Transmission Speed Messages ...... 134 Uniform Tire Quality Automatic ...... 200 Towing ...... 344 Grading ...... 324 Fluid, Automatic ...... 280 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 118 Wheel Alignment and Tire Transportation Program, Vehicle Care Balance ...... 325 Courtesy ...... 383 Storing the Tire Sealant Wheel Replacement ...... 326 Trip Odometer ...... 109 and Compressor Kit ...... 335 When It Is Time for New Turn and Lane-Change Tire Pressure ...... 313 Tires ...... 321 Signals ...... 148 Vehicle Data Recording and Winter ...... 308 U Privacy ...... 389 Top Tier Fuel ...... 241 Ventilation, Air ...... 159 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 324 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 203 Visors ...... 32 Universal Remote System ...... 140 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 118 Operation ...... 142 W Towing Programming ...... 140 Wait to Start Light ...... 120 Driving Characteristics ...... 254 Using This Manual ...... 2 Warning Equipment ...... 261 Brake System Light ...... 116 General Information ...... 254 V Recreational Vehicle ...... 346 Vehicle Trailer ...... 258 Alarm System ...... 26 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555863) - 2020 - CRC - 8/2/19
Index 413 Warning (cont'd) Caution and Danger ...... 3 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...... 101 Warnings Hazard Flashers ...... 148 Washer Fluid ...... 287 Water in Fuel ...... 245 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 325 Different Size ...... 323 Replacement ...... 326 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 321 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 74 Windows ...... 30 Power ...... 30 Windshield Replacement ...... 293 Wiper/Washer ...... 94 Winter Driving ...... 174 Winter Cover ...... 185 Winter Tires ...... 308 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 292 Wipers Rear Washer ...... 96 Wireless Charging ...... 98 20_CHEV_Equinox_COV_en_US_84314745B_2019AUG05.ai 1 8/2/2019 1:15:40 PM
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