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Chevrolet Equinox Owner's Manual (387 pages)
2014
Brand:
Chevrolet
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 6.78 MB
Table of Contents
Contents
1
Introduction
3
Danger, Warnings and Cautions
4
Symbols
4
Vehicle Symbol Chart
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Initial Drive Information
10
Remote Keyless Entry System
10
Canceling a Remote Start
11
Starting the Vehicle
11
Door Locks
11
Remote Vehicle Start
11
Liftgate
12
Manual Liftgate Operation
12
Power Liftgate Operation
12
Windows
13
Seat Adjustment
13
Four-Way Power Seat
13
Eight-Way Power Seat
13
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
14
Reclining Seatbacks
14
Lumbar Adjustment
14
Heated Seats
15
Memory Features
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
16
Safety Belts
16
Passenger Sensing System
16
Exterior
17
Steering Wheel Adjustment
17
Interior
17
Mirror Adjustment
17
Interior Lighting
18
Reading Lamps
18
Dome Lamps
18
Exterior Lighting
18
Windshield Wiper/Washer
19
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
19
Climate Controls
20
Climate Control System
20
Automatic Climate Control System
21
Parking Brake
21
Transmission
22
Vehicle Features
22
Fuel Economy Mode
22
Electronic Range Select Mode
22
Satellite Radio
23
Portable Audio Devices
23
Siriusxm Satellite Radio Service
23
Setting the Clock
23
Cruise Control
24
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Bluetooth
24
Infotainment System
25
Driver Information Center
25
Forward Collision Alert System
25
Rear Vision Camera
26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
26
Power Outlets
26
Lane Departure Warning
26
Tire Pressure Monitor
27
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
27
Performance and Maintenance
27
Universal Remote System
27
Engine Oil Life System
28
E85 or Flexfuel
28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
29
Roadside Assistance Program
29
Onstar
29
Keys, Doors and Windows
31
Keys
31
Programming Without a Recognized Transmitter
34
Programming with a Recognized Transmitter
34
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
34
Battery Replacement
35
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
36
Extending Engine Run Time
36
Shutting the Engine off after a Remote Start
36
Conditions in Which Remote Start will Not Work
36
Remote Start Ready
37
Power Door Locks
37
Safety Locks
38
Power Liftgate
39
Doors
39
Manual Liftgate
39
Obstacle Detection Features
41
Power Liftgate 3/4 Mode
42
Manual Operation of Power Liftgate
42
Vehicle Security
43
Vehicle Alarm System
43
Arming the Alarm System
43
Disarming the Alarm System
43
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
44
Immobilizer Operation
44
Immobilizer
44
Exterior Mirrors
45
Convex Mirrors
45
Power Mirrors
45
Heated Mirrors
45
Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror
46
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror
46
Interior Rearview Mirrors
47
Manual Rearview Mirror
47
Interior Mirrors
47
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
47
Power Windows
48
Roof
49
Sunroof
49
Sun Visors
49
Window Lockout
49
Express-Open/Express-Close
50
Anti-Pinch Feature
50
Seats and Restraints
51
Head Restraints
52
Front Seats
52
Rear Seatrs
53
Power Seat Adjustment
54
Memory Seats
56
Storing Button Memory Positions
57
Recalling Button Memory Positions
57
Recalling RKE Memory Positions
57
Heated Front Seats
58
Easy Exit Driver Seat
58
Folding the Seatbacks
59
Split Folding Seatbacks
59
Remote Start Heated Seats
59
Raising the Seatbacks
60
Why Safety Belts Work
61
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
62
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
62
Lap-Shoulder Belt
63
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
64
Safety Belt Pretensioners
65
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
65
Safety System Check
67
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
67
Safety Belt Extender
67
Safety Belt Care
68
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
68
Airbag System
69
Where Are the Airbags?
70
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
72
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
73
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
73
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
77
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant
78
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
78
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
79
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
80
Aribag System Check
80
Child Restraints
81
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
81
Older Children
81
Infants and Young Children
83
Booster Seats
86
Child Restraint Systems
86
Forward-Facing Child Seat
86
Rear-Facing Infant Seat
86
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
87
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
87
Where to Put the Restraint
87
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
89
Lower Anchors
89
Rear Seat
90
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
90
Top Tether Anchor
90
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
91
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash
94
Securing Child Restraints
94
Armrest Retaining Strap
96
Storage
101
Storage Compartments
101
Instrument Panel Storage
101
Glove Box
101
Cargo Tie-Downs
102
Cargo Cover
102
Additional Storage Features
102
Center Console Storage
102
Roof Rack System
103
Instruments and Controls
105
Controls
106
Horn
107
Compass
108
Wiper Parking
108
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
108
Setting the Clock Without Date Display
109
Setting the Clock with Date Display
109
Clock
109
Warning Lights, Gauges and Indicators
111
Instrument Cluster
112
Speedometer
113
Odometer
113
Tachometer
113
Fuel Gauge
113
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
114
Airbag Readiness Light
115
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
115
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
115
Safety Belt Reminders
115
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
116
Charging System Light
117
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
117
Light Flashing
118
Light on Steady
118
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
119
Antilock Brake System
120
Brake System Warning Light
120
Traction off Light
121
Lane Departure Warning Light
121
Forward Collision Alert Warning Light
121
Traction Control System/Stabilitrak Light
122
Stabilitrak off Light
122
Tire Pressure Light
123
When the Light Is on Steady
123
Engine Oil Pressure Light
123
Security Light
124
Low Fuel Warning Light
124
Fuel Economy Light
124
Front Fog Lamp Light
125
Lamps on Reminder
125
Cruise Control Light
125
High-Beam on Light
125
Information Displays
126
DIC Operation and Displays
126
DIC Buttons
126
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
126
Average Fuel Economy
127
Best Average Fuel Economy
127
Average Vehicle Speed
127
Timer
127
Navigation
128
Blank Display
128
Vehicle Information Menu Items
128
Remaining Oil Life
128
Battery Saver Active
129
Low Battery
129
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
129
Vehicle Messages
129
Brake System Messages
130
Cruise Control Messages
130
Engine Cooling System Messages
130
Door Ajar Messages
130
Engine Oil Messages
131
Engine Overheated
131
Engine Oil Hot, Idle Engine
131
Engine Oil Low
131
Object Detection System Messages
132
Engine Power Messages
132
Fuel System Messages
132
Key and Lock Messages
132
Ride Control System Messages
133
Lane Departure System Unavailable
133
Park Assist off
133
Service All Wheel Drive
133
Security Messages
134
Traction Control off
134
Tire Messages
134
Service Vehicle Messages
134
Transmission Messages
135
Vehicle Reminder Messages
135
Shift to Park
135
Tire Learning Active
135
Vehicle Personalization
136
Entering the Personalization Menus
136
Climate and Air Quality
136
Auto Fan Speed
136
Reverse Tilt Mirror
137
Auto Defog
137
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
137
Auto Rear Defog
137
Memory Remote Recall
138
Collision/Detection Systems
138
Vehicle Locator Lights
138
Exit Lighting
138
Remote Lock Feedback
139
Remote Door Unlock
139
Delayed Door Lock
139
Auto Door Unlock
139
Programming the Universal Remote System
140
To Program up to Three Devices
140
Radio Signals for Canada and some Gate Operators
141
Using the Universal Remote System
142
Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons
142
Lighting
143
Exterior Lamp Controls
143
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
143
Lights on with Wipers
144
Automatic Headlamp System
144
Daytime Running Lamps
144
Flash-To-Pass
144
Hazard Warning Flashers
145
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
145
Fog Lamps
145
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
146
Entry Lighting
147
Battery Load Management
147
Infotainment System
149
Infotainment
149
Table of Contents
149
Navigation System
150
Theft-Deterrent Feature
150
Overview
151
Turning the System on or off
152
Volume Control
152
Automatic Switch-Off
152
Selecting a Menu Option
152
Operation
152
Entering a Character Sequence
153
Setting a Value
153
Turning a Function on or off
153
Activating a Setting
153
Adjusting the Fader and Balance
154
Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer)
154
System Settings
154
Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass
154
Auto Volume
155
Maximum Startup Volume
155
AM-FM Radio
155
Category Lists
156
RDS (Radio Data System)
156
Station Lists
156
Selecting a Station
156
Updating Station & Category Lists
157
Storing a Station as a Favorite
157
Retrieving Stations
157
Control Buttons
157
Satellite Radio
157
Selecting a Channel Using the MENU/SEL Knob
158
Selecting a Siriusxm Channel
158
Removing or Adding Categories
158
Selecting the Siriusxm Band
158
Retrieving Channels
159
Storing a Channel as a Favorite
159
Siriusxm Messages
159
Loading XM
159
Fm
160
Radio Reception
160
Multi-Band Antenna
161
Audio Players
161
CD Player
161
Cellular Phone Usage
161
Loading and Ejecting Discs
162
Selecting a CD Track
162
Playing an Audio CD
162
Fast Forward and Rewind
162
Mp3
163
Playing an MP3 CD
163
Searching for MP3 Tracks
163
Error Messages
163
MP3 Music Menu
164
Root Directory
164
Empty Folders
164
No Folder
164
Auxiliary Devices
165
Preprogrammed Playlists
165
Playing from a USB Port
165
Connecting an Ipod
166
Shuffle
166
Searching for a Track
166
To Search for Tracks
166
Repeat Functionality
167
USB Menu
167
File System and Naming
167
Playing from an Ipod
167
Playlists
168
Artists
168
Albums
168
Song Titles
168
Phone
169
Bluetooth (Overview)
169
Playing from an Iphone
169
Audio Books
169
Bluetooth Controls
170
Infotainment System Controls
170
Voice Recognition
170
Pairing
171
Pairing Information
171
Pairing a Phone
171
Bluetooth
171
Controls)
171
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones
172
Linking to a Different Phone
172
Making a Call Using Phone Book
172
To Make a Call Using the Phone Book Menu
173
To Make a Call Using the Call Lists Menu
173
Making a Call
173
Call Waiting
173
Declining a Call
174
Conference Calling
174
Ending a Call
174
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones
174
Bluetooth
174
Recognition)
174
Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers
176
Deleting a Paired Phone
176
Connecting to a Different Phone
176
Using the Store Command
177
Using the Digit Store Command
177
Using the Delete Command
177
Using the Dial or Call Command
178
Calling 911 Emergency
178
Using the Re-Dial Command
178
Receiving a Call
178
Three-Way Calling
179
Voice Pass-Thru
180
Clearing the System
180
Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call
180
To Access Contacts Stored in the Cell Phone
180
Trademarks and License Agreements
181
Climate Control Systems
183
Air Conditioning
184
Rear Window Defogger
184
Air Delivery Mode Control
186
Automatic Operation
186
Manual Operation
186
Temperature Control
186
Driver and Passenger Heated Seats
187
Outside Air
187
Remote Start Climate Control Operation
187
Air Vents
188
Center Air Vents
188
Sensors
188
Side Air Vents
188
Maintenance
189
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
189
Driving and Operating
191
Distracted Driving
192
Driving Information
192
Braking
193
Control of a Vehicle
193
Defensive Driving
193
Drunk Driving
193
Curve Tips
194
Electric Power Steering
194
Hydraulic Power Steering
194
Steering
194
Loss of Control
195
Off-Road Recovery
195
Skidding
195
Steering in Emergencies
195
Before Driving Off-Road
196
Off-Road Driving
196
Driving on Hills
197
Environmental Concerns
197
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
197
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
199
After Off-Road Driving
200
Driving in Water
200
Driving on Wet Roads
200
Highway Hypnosis
201
Hill and Mountain Roads
201
Hydroplaning
201
Other Rainy Weather Tips
201
Driving on Snow or Ice
202
Winter Driving
202
Blizzard Conditions
203
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
204
Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out
204
Vehicle Load Limits
204
Label Example
205
Tire and Loading Information Label
205
Correct Load Limit
206
Certification Label
207
Ignition Positions
209
New Vehicle Break-In
209
Starting and Operating
209
Stopping the Engine/Lock/Off
210
Accessory
211
Key Lock Release
211
On/Run
211
Starting Procedure
212
Starting the Engine
212
Engine Coolant Heater
213
Retained Accessory Power
213
Shifting into Park
214
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
214
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
215
Shifting out of Park
215
Torque Lock
215
Engine Exhaust
216
Parking over Things that Burn
216
Automatic Transmission
217
Running the Vehicle While Parked
217
Neutral
218
Reverse
218
Manual Mode
219
All-Wheel Drive
220
Brakes
220
Drive Systems
220
Braking in Emergencies
221
Using ABS
221
Brake Assist
222
Hill Start Assist
222
Ride Control Systems
223
Turning the System off and on
224
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
226
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
226
Resuming a Set Speed
226
Setting Cruise Control
226
Driver Assistance Systems
227
Ending Cruise Control
227
Erasing Speed Memory
227
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
227
Collision Alert
228
Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
228
Cleaning the System
229
Other Messages
229
Selecting the Alert Timing
229
Unnecessary Alerts
229
Rear Vision Camera Location
232
Symbols and Guidelines
232
Fuel
236
Prohibited Fuels
236
Recommended Fuel
236
Use of Seasonal Fuels
236
California Fuel Requirements
237
Fuel Additives
237
Fuels in Foreign Countries
237
Gasoline Specifications
237
Filling the Tank
238
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
240
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
241
Driving with a Trailer
241
General Towing Information
241
Trailer Towing
241
Backing up
242
Following Distance
242
Passing
242
Towing with a Stability Control System
242
Driving on Grades
243
Leaving after Parking on a Hill
243
Parking on Hills
243
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
243
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
244
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
244
Weight of the Trailer
244
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
245
Hitches
246
Safety Chains
246
Towing Equipment
246
Trailer Brakes
246
Add-On Electrical Equipment
247
Conversions and Add-Ons
247
Vehicle Care
249
Accessories and Modifications
250
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
250
General Information
250
Vehicle Checks
251
Hood
252
To Close the Hood
252
To Open the Hood
252
Engine Compartment Overview
253
Engine Oil
256
Checking Engine Oil
257
When to Add Engine Oil
257
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
258
Viscosity Grade
258
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
259
What to Do with Used Oil
259
When to Change Engine Oil
259
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
260
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
260
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
261
How to Reinstall Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
261
Cooling System
262
Engine Coolant
263
Checking Coolant
264
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
264
Engine Overheating
266
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
267
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
267
Power Steering Fluid
268
Washer Fluid
268
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
268
Adding Washer Fluid
269
Brake Adjustment
270
Brake Fluid
270
Brake Pedal Travel
270
Replacing Brake System Parts
270
Battery
271
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
272
Starter Switch Check
272
Transfer Case
272
Vehicle Storage
272
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
273
Park Brake and P Mechanism Check
273
Wiper Blade Replacement
273
Front Wiper Blade Replacement
274
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
274
Bulb Replacement
275
Halogen Bulbs
275
Headlamp Aiming
275
Bulb Assembly
278
Lamp Assembly
278
License Plate Lamp
278
Electrical System
279
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
279
Fuses
279
Replacement Bulbs
279
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
283
Wheels and Tires
285
All-Season Tires
286
Winter Tires
286
Summer Tires
287
Tire Sidewall Labeling
287
Tire Size
287
TPC Spec
287
Temporary Use Only
288
Tire Identification Number
288
Tire Ply Material
288
Aspect Ratio
289
Construction Code
289
Tire Designations
289
Tire Width
289
Bead
290
Belt
290
Bias Ply Tire
290
Tire Terminology and Definitions
290
Load Index
291
Maximum Inflation Pressure
291
Maximum Load Rating
291
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight
291
Tire Pressure
292
Traction
292
Vehicle Capacity Weight
292
Vehicle Placard
292
Tire Pressure Monitor System
294
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
295
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
296
TPMS Sensor Matching Proces
297
Tire Inspection
298
Tire Rotation
298
When It Is Time for New Tires
299
Buying New Tires
300
Different Size Tires and Wheels
301
Treadwear
302
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
302
Temperature
303
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
303
Used Replacement Wheels
304
Wheel Replacement
304
If a Tire Goes Flat
305
Tire Chains
305
If a Tire Goes Flat
306
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
307
Tire Changing
307
Compact Spare Tire
309
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
311
To Store the Flat Tire
311
Compact Spare Tire
312
Jump Starting
313
Jumper Cable Removal
316
Towing the Vehicle
316
Dinghy Towing
317
Recreational Vehicle Towing
317
Dolly Towing
318
Towing the Vehicle
318
Towing the Vehicle from the Rear
319
Appearance Care
320
Exterior Care
320
Locks
320
Washing the Vehicle
320
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
321
Air Intakes
322
Windshield and Wiper Blades
322
Wheels and Trim
323
Steering, Suspension and Chassis Components
323
Tires
323
Weatherstrips
323
Body Component Lubrication
324
Underbody Maintenance
324
Sheet Metal Damage
324
Finish Damage
324
Interior Glass
325
Speaker Covers
325
Coated Moldings
325
Vehicle Information and Radio Displays
326
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
326
Fabric/Carpet/Suede
326
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net
327
Care of Safety Belts
327
Floor Mats
328
Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat
328
Service and Maintenance
329
Maintenance Schedule
331
Engine Oil Change
331
Special Application Services
336
Additional Maintenance and Care
336
Hoses
337
Fluids
337
Lamps
337
Belts
337
Wiper Blades
338
Windshield
338
Wheel Alignment
338
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
339
Maintenance Replacement Parts
340
Service Parts Identification Label
345
Vehicle Identification Number
345
Vehicle Identification
345
Technical Data
345
Vehicle Data
346
Capacities and Specifications
346
Engine Drive Belt Routing
348
Customer Information
349
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
349
Reporting Safety Defects
360
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
361
Event Data Recorders
362
Radio Frequency Statement
363
Radio Frequency Identification
363
Onstar Overview
365
Onstar Services
366
Emergency
366
Security
366
Connections
367
Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route
367
Other Navigation Services Available from Onstar
367
Destination Download
367
Hands-Free Calling
368
Onstar Mobile App
368
Diagnostics
369
Transferring Service
369
TTY Users
370
Gps
371
Cellular and GPS Antennas
371
Unable to Connect to Onstar Message
371
Vehicle and Power Issues
371
Privacy
372
Index
375
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Chevrolet Equinox Owner's Manual (428 pages)
2012
Brand:
Chevrolet
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 4.52 MB
Table of Contents
Malfunction
117
Table of Contents
117
Steering Wheel Controls
118
Horn
119
Windshield Wiper/Washer
119
Washer
121
Compass
121
Clock
122
Power Outlets
123
Odometer
126
Speedometer
126
Tachometer
126
Fuel Gauge
127
Indicators
128
Safety Belt Reminders
128
Airbag Readiness Light
129
Indicator
129
Charging System Light
130
Indicator Lamp
131
Light
133
Warning Light
134
Traction off Light
135
Fuel Economy Light
138
Low Fuel Warning Light
138
Security Light
138
Cruise Control Light
139
Front Fog Lamp Light
139
High-Beam on Light
139
Lamps on Reminder
139
Center (DIC)
140
Messages
143
Messages
145
Messages
146
Messages
147
Messages
148
Infotainment System
161
Infotainment System
162
Theft-Deterrent Feature
162
Overview (Radio with CD)
163
Overview
165
Touchscreen)
168
Operation
170
Radio
174
AM-FM Radio
174
With CD)
174
AM-FM Radio (Radio Withcd and Touchscreen)
176
Satellite Radio
179
Radio Reception
183
Multi-Band Antenna
183
Audio Players
184
CD Player
184
Mp3
187
Auxiliary Devices
188
Rear Seat Infotainment
194
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
194
System
194
Phone
196
Bluetooth (Overview)
196
Bluetooth
198
Controls)
198
Bluetooth
202
Recognition)
202
Trademarks and License Agreements
209
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