Power Steering Fluid; L L4 Engine; L V6 Engine - Chevrolet 2012 Equinox Owner's Manual

10-22 Vehicle Care

Power Steering Fluid

(2.4L L4 Engine)

The vehicle has electric power
steering and does not use power
steering fluid.
Power Steering Fluid

(3.0L V6 Engine)

The power steering fluid reservoir is
located toward the rear of the
engine compartment on the
passenger side of the vehicle. See
Engine Compartment Overview on
page 10 6 for reservoir location.
When to Check Power Steering
Fluid
The power steering fluid does not
need to be checked unless there is
a leak in the system or you hear an
unusual noise. Have the system
inspected and repaired if there is a
fluid loss.
How to Check Power Steering
Fluid
Notice: Extremely small amounts
of contamination can cause
steering system damage and
cause it to not work properly. Do
not allow contaminants to contact
the fluid side of the reservoir cap/
dipstick or from entering the
reservoir.
To check the power steering fluid:
1. Turn the engine off and let it
cool down.
2. Remove the engine cover. Refer
to Engine Cover on page 10 10.
3. Wipe the cap and the top of the
reservoir clean.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
4. Unscrew the cap and wipe the
dipstick with a clean rag.
5. Replace the cap and completely
tighten it.
6. Remove the cap again and look
at the fluid level on the dipstick.
The fluid level should be between
MAX and MIN line at room
temperature. If the fluid is on or
below MIN line, add fluid.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to
use, refer to Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 11 12.
Always use the proper fluid.
Notice: Use of the incorrect fluid
may damage the vehicle and the
damages may not be covered by
the vehicle's warranty. Always
use the correct fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11 12.