Features And Controls - Chevrolet 2008 Equinox Owner's Manual

Section 2
Keys ...............................................................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation ...................................................2-5
Remote Vehicle Start ......................................2-8
Doors and Locks ............................................2-10
Door Locks ..................................................2-10
Power Door Locks ........................................2-11
Delayed Locking ...........................................2-11
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..............2-11
Rear Door Security Locks ..............................2-12
Lockout Protection ........................................2-12
Liftgate ........................................................2-13
Windows ........................................................2-15
Power Windows ............................................2-16
Sun Visors ...................................................2-17
Theft-Deterrent Systems ..................................2-17
Content Theft-Deterrent .................................2-17
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PASS-Key III+ ............................................2-18
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PASS-Key III+ Operation ..............................2-18

Features and Controls

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ................2-20
New Vehicle Break-In ....................................2-20
Ignition Positions ..........................................2-20
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................2-21
Starting the Engine .......................................2-22
Engine Coolant Heater ..................................2-23
Automatic Transmission Operation
(3.4L V6 with 5-Speed) ..............................2-24
Automatic Transmission Operation
(3.6L V6 with 6-Speed) ..............................2-27
Parking Brake ..............................................2-31
Shifting Into PARK (P) ...................................2-32
Shifting Out of PARK (P) ...............................2-34
Parking Over Things That Burn .......................2-34
Engine Exhaust ............................................2-35
Running the Engine While Parked ...................2-36
Mirrors ...........................................................2-37
Manual Rearview Mirror .................................2-37
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
Outside Power Mirrors ...................................2-38
Outside Convex Mirrors .................................2-38
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