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Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-34
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-34
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-36
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-21
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-29
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-35
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-41
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-63
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
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Summary of Contents

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Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122012 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual MIn Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-

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Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-4 In BriefInitial DriveInformationThis section provides a briefoverview about some of theimpor

Page 3 - Canadian Vehicle Owners

Black plate (44,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-44 Seats and RestraintsMake sure that a LATCH-compatiblechild restraint is properly installed

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Black plate (45,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-45Your child restraint may have asingle tether (A) or a dual tether (C).

Page 5 - Introduction v

Black plate (46,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-46 Seats and RestraintsDo not secure a child restraint in aposition without a top tether anch

Page 6

Black plate (47,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-47{WARNINGChildren can be seriously injuredor strangled if a shoulder be

Page 7 - In Brief

Black plate (48,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-48 Seats and Restraints2.2. Route, attach and tightenthe top tether according toyour child re

Page 8 - Instrument Panel

Black plate (49,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-49.If the position being usedhas a fixed headrest orhead restraint and a

Page 9 - In Brief 1-3

Black plate (50,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-50 Seats and RestraintsSecuring Child Restraints(Rear Seat)When securing a child restraint in

Page 10 - Information

Black plate (51,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-514. Pull the shoulder belt all the wayout of the retractor to set thelo

Page 11 - In Brief 1-5

Black plate (52,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-52 Seats and RestraintsArmrest Retaining Strap{WARNINGA rear center armrest that is notproper

Page 12 - Liftgate

Black plate (53,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-53A label on the sun visor says,“Never put a rear-facing child seat inth

Page 13 - In Brief 1-7

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-5Remote Vehicle StartWith this feature the engine can bestarted from outside of the v

Page 14 - Seat Adjustment

Black plate (54,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-54 Seats and RestraintsYou will be using the lap-shoulderbelt to secure the child restraint i

Page 15 - In Brief 1-9

Black plate (55,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-556. To tighten the belt, push downon the child restraint, pull theshoul

Page 16 - Memory Features

Black plate (56,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-56 Seats and Restraints2 NOTES

Page 17 - Adjustment

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Storage 4-1StorageStorage CompartmentsInstrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1Glove Box . . . . .

Page 18 - Passenger Sensing

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20124-2 StorageAdditional StorageFeaturesCargo CoverFor vehicles with a cargo cover, useit to cover

Page 19 - Steering Wheel

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Storage 4-3Notice: Loading cargo on theroof rack that weighs more than100 kg (220 lbs) or hangs

Page 20 - 1-14 In Brief

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20124-4 StoragePush the lever down to completelyengage into the side rail holes. If thelever is not

Page 21 - 3 INT band

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-1Instruments andControlsControlsSteering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2St

Page 22

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-2 Instruments and ControlsTire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33Transmission Message

Page 23 - Parking Brake

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-3b / g (Push to Talk): For vehicleswith Bluetooth®or OnStar®, press t

Page 24 - Vehicle Features

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-6 In BriefThere are power door lock switcheson the front door panels.Q : Press to lock the doo

Page 25 - In Brief 1-19

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-4 Instruments and Controlsn L FRONT (WindshieldWasher): Pull the windshield wiperlever toward

Page 26 - Steering Wheel Controls

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-5Rear Window Wiper/WasherThe rear wiper controls are on theend of the

Page 27 - In Brief 1-21

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-6 Instruments and ControlsClockThe infotainment system controls,located on the instrument pane

Page 28 - (FCA) System

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-73. Select Set Time.4. Turn the MENU/SEL knob toadjust the highlighte

Page 29 - @, appears

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-8 Instruments and ControlsCertain accessory plugs may not becompatible with the accessorypower

Page 30 - Performance and

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-9Instrument ClusterEnglish Shown, Metric Similar

Page 31 - Tire Pressure Monitor

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-10 Instruments and ControlsSpeedometerThe vehicle's speed can be selectedto display on t

Page 32 - Driving for Better Fuel

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-11EnglishWhen the ignition is on, the fuelgauge shows about how much

Page 33 - Q button

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-12 Instruments and ControlsEnglishThis gauge measures thetemperature of the vehicle's en

Page 34 - 1-28 In Brief

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-13The front passenger safety beltreminder light and chime may turnon

Page 35 - Keys, Doors, and

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-7Power Liftgate OperationOn vehicles with a power liftgate,the switch is on the overh

Page 36 - Keys and Locks

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-14 Instruments and Controlsas a system check. If you are usingremote start to start the vehic

Page 37 - Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-15MalfunctionIndicator LampA computer system called OBD II(On-Board

Page 38 - 2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-16 Instruments and ControlsIf the light continues to flash, stopand park the vehicle. Turn th

Page 39 - Q on the

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-17The vehicle may not passinspection if:.The malfunction indicator l

Page 40 - 2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-18 Instruments and ControlsAntilock Brake System(ABS) Warning LightFor vehicles with the Anti

Page 41 - Power Door Locks

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-19This light also comes on greenwhen the system is switched on andre

Page 42 - 2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-20 Instruments and ControlsSee Traction Control System (TCS)on page 9‑35 and StabiliTrak®Syst

Page 43 - Liftgate (Manual)

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-21Tire Pressure LightFor vehicles with the Tire PressureMonitor Syst

Page 44 - Liftgate (Power)

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-22 Instruments and ControlsFuel Economy LightFor vehicles with the fuel economymode light, it

Page 45 - 8 on the

Black plate (23,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-23High-Beam On LightThe high‐beam on light comes onwhen the high-bea

Page 46 - 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-8 In BriefSeat AdjustmentFour‐Way Power Driver SeatA. Seat Position HandleB. Height Adjustment

Page 47 - Vehicle Security

Black plate (24,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-24 Instruments and ControlsInformation DisplaysDriver InformationCenter (DIC)The vehicle may

Page 48 - Immobilizer Operation

Black plate (25,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-25Trip 1 and Trip 2This display shows the currentdistance traveled,

Page 49 - Exterior Mirrors

Black plate (26,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-26 Instruments and ControlsTurn-by-TurnThis display is used for the OnStaror Navigation Syste

Page 50 - Blind Spot Mirrors

Black plate (27,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-27It cannot be reset accurately untilthe next oil change. To reset t

Page 51 - Interior Mirrors

Black plate (28,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-28 Instruments and ControlsSERVICE BATTERYCHARGING SYSTEMThis message is displayed whenthere

Page 52 - O button for

Black plate (29,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-29Engine Cooling SystemMessagesA/C OFF DUE TO HIGHENGINE TEMPThis me

Page 53 - Power Windows

Black plate (30,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-30 Instruments and ControlsENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OILThis message displays when theengine oil l

Page 54 - Sun Visors

Black plate (31,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-31FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED,CLEAN WINDSHIELDThis message displays when th

Page 55 - Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21

Black plate (32,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-32 Instruments and ControlsSERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVEIf your vehicle has the All-WheelDrive (AWD

Page 56 - 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Black plate (33,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-33Service Vehicle MessagesSERVICE AC SYSTEMThis message is displayed

Page 57 - Restraints

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-9Lumbar AdjustmentEight-Way Power Seat Shown,Four-Way SimilarA. Lumbar SwitchIf avail

Page 58 - Head Restraints

Black plate (34,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-34 Instruments and ControlsStop the vehicle and let it idle toallow the transmission to cool.

Page 59 - Front Seats

Black plate (35,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-35Climate and Air QualitySelect the Climate and Air Qualitymenu and

Page 60 - Power Seat Adjustment

Black plate (36,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-36 Instruments and ControlsEasy Exit Driver SeatWhen on, this feature will move thedriver sea

Page 61 - Reclining Seatbacks

Black plate (37,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Instruments and Controls 5-37Turn the MENU/SELECT knob toselect the language. Press the knobto

Page 62 - 3-6 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (38,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20125-38 Instruments and ControlsRemote Lock/Unlock/StartSelect Remote Lock/Unlock/Startand the fol

Page 63 - Memory Seats

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Lighting 6-1LightingExterior LightingExterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 6-1Headlamp High/Low

Page 64 - 3-8 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20126-2 LightingHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer2 3Headlamp High/Low‐BeamChanger: Push the turn signal

Page 65 - Heated Front Seats

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Lighting 6-3Automatic HeadlampSystemWhen it is dark enough outside, theheadlamps come on automat

Page 66 - Rear Seats

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20126-4 LightingHave the bulbs replaced. If the bulbis not burned out, check the fuse;see Fuses on p

Page 67 - Seats and Restraints 3-11

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Lighting 6-5+ (On): Turns the dome lamps on.The dome lamps can also be turnedon and off by press

Page 68

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-10 In BriefPower Reclining SeatbacksTo adjust a power seatback,if available:.Tilt the top of

Page 69 - Properly

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20126-6 LightingThe battery can be discharged atidle if the electrical loads are veryhigh. This is t

Page 70 - 3-14 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-1InfotainmentSystemIntroductionInfotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 71 - Lap-Shoulder Belt

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-2 Infotainment SystemTo minimize taking your eyes off theroad while driving, do the followingw

Page 72 - 3-16 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-3Overview (Radio with CD) A. VOL/ O.Turns the system on or offand adjusts

Page 73 - Seats and Restraints 3-17

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-4 Infotainment SystemE. Buttons 1 to 6.Radio: Saves and selectsfavorite stations.F. AUX.Select

Page 74 - Pregnancy

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-5Overview (Radio with CDand Touchscreen)Keeping your eyes on the road andy

Page 75 - Safety System Check

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-6 Infotainment SystemA. VOL/ OB. g (Seek Down)C. FAV (Favorite Pages 1-6)D. SOURCEE. Buttons 1

Page 76 - System Parts after a

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-7Infotainment Control ButtonsThe buttons on the faceplate areused to start

Page 77 - Airbag System

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-8 Infotainment Systemg (Seek Down):1. Press to seek to the beginning ofthe current or previous

Page 78 - 3-22 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-9Press the Phone screen button todisplay the Phone main page. SeeBluetooth

Page 79 - Where Are the Airbags?

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-11To automatically recall RKE Memorypositions, unlock the driver doorwith the RKE tr

Page 80 - Inflate?

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-10 Infotainment SystemEnglish and Metric UnitConversionTo change the display units betweenEng

Page 81 - Seats and Restraints 3-25

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-11Turn to:.Highlight a menu option..Select a value.E BACK: Press to:.Exit

Page 82 - 3-26 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-12 Infotainment SystemTurning a Function On or Off1. Turn the MENU/SEL knob tohighlight the f

Page 83 - Seats and Restraints 3-27

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-13Adjusting the Fader and Balance1. Press the TONE button.2. Select Fader

Page 84

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-14 Infotainment SystemAuto VolumeThe auto volume featureautomatically adjusts the radiovolume

Page 85 - Seats and Restraints 3-29

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-15RDS (Radio Data System)The radio may have RDS. The RDSfeature is availa

Page 86 - 3-30 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-16 Infotainment SystemCategory ListsMost stations that broadcast anRDS program type code spec

Page 87 - Seats and Restraints 3-31

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-17To access the radio main page,press the SOURCE button on thefaceplate,

Page 88 - Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-18 Infotainment SystemSeeking a StationPressg or l to search for astation.AM1. Press the AM s

Page 89 - Adding Equipment to the

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-19Recalling a Preset StationTo recall a preset station from a FAVpage, do

Page 90 - Parts after a Crash

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-12 In BriefSafety BeltsRefer to the following sections forimportant information on how to use

Page 91 - Child Restraints

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-20 Infotainment SystemFAV: Press to open thefavorites list.1 to 6: Press to select presetstat

Page 92 - 3-36 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-21Storing an XM Channel as aFavoriteChannels from all bands can bestored

Page 93 - Children

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-22 Infotainment SystemLoading XM: The audio system isacquiring and processing audio andtext d

Page 94 - 3-38 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (23,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-23Radio ReceptionFrequency interference and staticcan occur during normal

Page 95 - Child Restraint Systems

Black plate (24,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-24 Infotainment SystemAudio PlayersCD PlayerThe player can be used for CD andMP3 audio.With t

Page 96 - 3-40 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (25,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-25Control ButtonsThe buttons used to control the CDplayer are:CD: Press t

Page 97 - Restraint

Black plate (26,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-26 Infotainment SystemTracks can be searched by:.Playlists.Artists.Albums.Song Titles.Genres.

Page 98 - 3-42 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (27,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-27.The disc is dirty, scratched, wet,or upside down..The air is very humi

Page 99 - (LATCH System)

Black plate (28,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-28 Infotainment SystemThere might be a delay before thelist displays. Select a song from thel

Page 100 - 3-44 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (29,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-29The auxiliary input is located in thecenter console.This jack is not an

Page 101 - Seats and Restraints 3-45

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-13Mirror AdjustmentExteriorTo adjust the mirrors:1. Move the selector switch toL (le

Page 102 - 3-46 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (30,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-30 Infotainment SystemTo search for tracks:1. Press the MENU/SEL knob.2. Select Search.3. Sel

Page 103 - Seats and Restraints 3-47

Black plate (31,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-31Playing from a USB (Radiowith CD and Touchscreen)A USB mass storage dev

Page 104 - 3-48 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (32,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-32 Infotainment System2. Press and hold to reversequickly through playback.3. Release to retu

Page 105 - Replacing LATCH System

Black plate (33,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-33There may be problems withoperation and function in thefollowing situat

Page 106 - (Rear Seat)

Black plate (34,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-34 Infotainment SystemGenres:1. Press to view the genres storedon the iPod.2. Select a genre

Page 107 - Seats and Restraints 3-51

Black plate (35,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-35Audio can be heard throughwired headphones (not included)plugged into t

Page 108 - (Front Passenger Seat)

Black plate (36,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-36 Infotainment SystemWhen a DVD video menu is beingdisplayed, press© or ¨ to cursor upor dow

Page 109 - Seats and Restraints 3-53

Black plate (37,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-37.Review the controls andoperation of the infotainmentsystem..Pair cell

Page 110 - 3-54 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (38,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-38 Infotainment SystemInfotainment System ControlsIf equipped, the infotainment systemallows

Page 111 - Seats and Restraints 3-55

Black plate (39,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-39Pairing Information.A Bluetooth phone with MP3capability cannot be pair

Page 112 - 3-56 Seats and Restraints

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122012 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual MJump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74Towing . .

Page 113 - Compartments

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-14 In BriefInterior LightingReading LampsThese lamps are located on theoverhead console. Thes

Page 114 - Roof Rack System

Black plate (40,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-40 Infotainment SystemListing All Paired and ConnectedPhones1. Press the CONFIG button.2. Sel

Page 115 - Storage 4-3

Black plate (41,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-41To make a call using the PhoneBook menu:1. Press5 or 5 \ ? once or twic

Page 116 - 4-4 Storage

Black plate (42,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-42 Infotainment SystemConference CallingConference calling and three‐waycalling must be suppo

Page 117 - Controls

Black plate (43,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-43Pairing Information.A Bluetooth phone with MP3capability cannot be pair

Page 118

Black plate (44,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-44 Infotainment SystemListing All Paired and ConnectedPhonesThe system can list all cell phon

Page 119 - Instruments and Controls 5-3

Black plate (45,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-45Using the “Store” Command1. Pressb / g. The systemresponds “Ready,” fol

Page 120 - 5-4 Instruments and Controls

Black plate (46,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-46 Infotainment SystemMaking a CallCalls can be made using thefollowing commands.Dial or Call

Page 121 - Rear Window Wiper/

Black plate (47,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-47Call WaitingCall waiting must be supported onthe cell phone and enabled

Page 122 - H button

Black plate (48,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-48 Infotainment SystemVoice Pass-ThruVoice pass‐thru allows access to thevoice recognition co

Page 123 - Power Outlets

Black plate (49,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Infotainment System 7-49Trademarks andLicense AgreementsManufactured under license underU.S. Pa

Page 124 - Indicators

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-15Windshield Wiper/WasherThe windshield wiper/washer leveris located on the right si

Page 125 - Instrument Cluster

Black plate (50,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20127-50 Infotainment System2 NOTES

Page 126 - Fuel Gauge

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Climate Controls 8-1Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemsClimate Control Systems . . . . . . 8

Page 127 - Temperature Gauge

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20128-2 Climate ControlsA (Fan Control): Turn to increaseor decrease the fan speed. Turn theknob com

Page 128 - Safety Belt Reminders

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Climate Controls 8-3Automatic Climate Control SystemThe vehicle's heating, cooling, defrost

Page 129 - Indicator

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20128-4 Climate ControlsManual OperationO (Power): Press to turn theclimate control system on or off

Page 130 - Charging System Light

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Climate Controls 8-5Rear Window Defogger1 REAR (Rear Defogger): Pressto turn the rear window def

Page 131 - Indicator Lamp

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20128-6 Climate ControlsMaintenancePassenger CompartmentAir FilterThe filter removes dust, pollen, a

Page 132 - 5-16 Instruments and Controls

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-1Driving andOperatingDriving InformationDistracted Driving . . . . . . .

Page 133 - Brake System Warning

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-2 Driving and OperatingTowingGeneral TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56D

Page 134 - (LDW) Light

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-3{WARNINGTaking your eyes off the road toolong or too often could cause

Page 135 - Traction Off Light

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-16 In BriefClimate ControlsThe vehicle's heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation c

Page 136 - (TCS)/StabiliTrak

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-4 Driving and OperatingControl of a VehicleBraking, steering, and acceleratingare important fa

Page 137 - Engine Oil Pressure Light

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-5Curve Tips.Take curves at a reasonablespeed..Reduce speed before enteri

Page 138 - Security Light

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-6 Driving and OperatingDefensive drivers avoid most skidsby taking reasonable care suited toex

Page 139 - Cruise Control Light

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-7.Make sure all underbodyshields, if equipped, are properlyattached..Kno

Page 140 - Information Displays

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-8 Driving and OperatingDriving on HillsDriving safely on hills requires goodjudgment and an un

Page 141 - Instruments and Controls 5-25

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-9.If driving uphill when thevehicle stalls, shift toR (Reverse), release

Page 142 - Q or R to switch

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-10 Driving and OperatingDriving in Mud, Sand, Snow,or IceUse a low gear when driving inmud –

Page 143 - Vehicle Messages

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-11After Off-Road DrivingRemove any brush or debris thathas collected on

Page 144 - Door Ajar Messages

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-12 Driving and OperatingOther Rainy Weather TipsBesides slowing down, other wetweather drivin

Page 145 - Engine Oil Messages

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-13.Stay in your own lane. Do notswing wide or cut across thecenter of t

Page 146 - Object Detection System

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-17Automatic Climate Control SystemA. Fan ControlB. AUTO (Automatic Operation)C. Air

Page 147 - Ride Control System

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-14 Driving and OperatingBlizzard ConditionsBeing stuck in snow can be aserious situation. Sta

Page 148 - Anti-theft Alarm System

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-15To save fuel, run the engine for onlyshort periods as needed to warmt

Page 149 - Tire Messages

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-16 Driving and OperatingVehicle Load LimitsIt is very important to know howmuch weight the ve

Page 150 - Personalization

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-17positions (A), and the maximumvehicle capacity weight (B) inkilograms

Page 151 - Instruments and Controls 5-35

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-18 Driving and OperatingExample 1A.Vehicle Capacity Weight forExample 1 = 453 kg(1,000 lbs).B

Page 152 - 5-36 Instruments and Controls

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-19Refer to the vehicle's Tire andLoading Information label forspec

Page 153 - E BACK to confirm

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-20 Driving and OperatingThe label will help you decidehow much cargo and installedequipment y

Page 154

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-21Starting andOperatingNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: The vehicle does not

Page 155 - Lighting

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-22 Driving and OperatingTo shift out of P (Park), turn theignition to ON/RUN and apply thebra

Page 156 - 6-2 Lighting

Black plate (23,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-23B (ACC/ACCESSORY): Thisposition provides power to some ofthe electric

Page 157 - Lighting 6-3

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-18 In BriefTransmissionElectronic Range Select(ERS) ModeERS or manual mode allows for thesele

Page 158 - Interior Lighting

Black plate (24,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-24 Driving and OperatingThe key lock release is alwaysfunctional except in the case of anunch

Page 159 - Lighting Features

Black plate (25,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-252. If the engine does not start after5 to 10 seconds, especially inve

Page 160 - 6-6 Lighting

Black plate (26,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-26 Driving and OperatingTo Use The Engine CoolantHeater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hoo

Page 161 - Infotainment

Black plate (27,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-272. Hold the button on the shift leverand push the lever toward thefro

Page 162 - Theft-Deterrent Feature

Black plate (28,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-28 Driving and OperatingParking over ThingsThat Burn{WARNINGThings that can burn could touchh

Page 163 - Infotainment System 7-3

Black plate (29,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-29Running the VehicleWhile ParkedIt is better not to park with theengin

Page 164 - 7-4 Infotainment System

Black plate (30,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-30 Driving and OperatingP (Park): This position locks thefront wheels. Use P (Park) whenstart

Page 165 - Overview (Radio with CD

Black plate (31,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-31Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) orN (Neutral) with the enginerunning

Page 166 - 7-6 Infotainment System

Black plate (32,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-32 Driving and OperatingM (Manual Mode) will preventshifting to a lower gear range if theengi

Page 167 - Infotainment System 7-7

Black plate (33,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-33Drive SystemsAll-Wheel DriveVehicles with this feature alwayssend eng

Page 168 - H : Press to set the time

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-19For more information about the RearSeat Audio (RSA) System, see RearSeat Audio (RS

Page 169 - Infotainment System 7-9

Black plate (34,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-34 Driving and OperatingRemember: ABS does not changethe time needed to get a foot up tothe b

Page 170 - 7-10 Infotainment System

Black plate (35,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-35Brake AssistThis vehicle has a brake assistfeature designed to assist

Page 171 - F : Press to go to main menu

Black plate (36,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-36 Driving and OperatingTCS is on whenever the vehicleis started. To limit wheel spin,especia

Page 172 - E BACK button to go

Black plate (37,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-37It may be necessary to turn thesystem off if the vehicle ever getsstu

Page 173

Black plate (38,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-38 Driving and Operatingg is located on the console.Both StabiliTrak and TractionControl can

Page 174 - 7-14 Infotainment System

Black plate (39,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-39ON/OFF 5 CRUISE: Press to turnthe cruise control system on and off.*

Page 175 - Infotainment System 7-15

Black plate (40,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-40 Driving and Operating.To increase the speed in smallamounts, move the thumbwheelup toward

Page 176 - O (Power/Volume):

Black plate (41,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-41Object DetectionSystemsForward Collision Alert(FCA) SystemFor vehicle

Page 177 - Infotainment System 7-17

Black plate (42,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-42 Driving and OperatingTailgating AlertThe red FCA display will staycontinuously illuminated

Page 178 - 7-18 Infotainment System

Black plate (43,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-43Unnecessary AlertsFCA may sometimes setunnecessary alerts to turningv

Page 179 - Satellite Radio

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-20 In BriefSatellite RadioVehicles with an XM™ satellite radiotuner and a valid XM satellite

Page 180 - 7-20 Infotainment System

Black plate (44,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-44 Driving and OperatingTurning the System On and OffThe URPA system can be turned onand off

Page 181 - Infotainment System 7-21

Black plate (45,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-45Rear VisionCamera (RVC)The vehicle may have a Rear VisionCamera (RVC)

Page 182 - 7-22 Infotainment System

Black plate (46,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-46 Driving and Operating4. Select Rear Camera Options.5. Select Camera. When a checkmark appe

Page 183 - Multi-Band Antenna

Black plate (47,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-47Rear Vision Camera LocationThe camera is located above thelicense pla

Page 184 - Audio Players

Black plate (48,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-48 Driving and OperatingWhen the System Does NotSeem To Work ProperlyThe RVC system may not w

Page 185 - Infotainment System 7-25

Black plate (49,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-49When the vehicle crosses adetected lane marking, the LDWindicator wil

Page 186 - 7-26 Infotainment System

Black plate (50,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-50 Driving and OperatingThis is normal operation; the vehicledoes not need service. Clean the

Page 187 - Infotainment System 7-27

Black plate (51,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-51FuelUse of the recommended fuelis an important part of the propermain

Page 188 - Auxiliary Devices

Black plate (52,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-52 Driving and OperatingCalifornia FuelRequirementsIf the vehicle is certified to meetCalifor

Page 189 - Infotainment System 7-29

Black plate (53,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-53Gasolines containing oxygenates,such as ethers and ethanol, andreform

Page 190 - 7-30 Infotainment System

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-21$ / c : Press to silence thevehicle speakers only. Press againto turn the sound on

Page 191 - Infotainment System 7-31

Black plate (54,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-54 Driving and OperatingIt is best not to alternate repeatedlybetween gasoline and E85. If yo

Page 192 - 7-32 Infotainment System

Black plate (55,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-55The tethered fuel cap is behind thefuel door on the vehicle's pa

Page 193 - Infotainment System 7-33

Black plate (56,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-56 Driving and OperatingFilling a Portable FuelContainer{WARNINGNever fill a portable fuel co

Page 194 - Rear Seat

Black plate (57,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-57For information on towing a disabledvehicle, see Towing the Vehicle o

Page 195 - Infotainment System 7-35

Black plate (58,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-58 Driving and Operating.Do not use the Fuel Saver Modewhen towing..Obey speed limit restrict

Page 196 - Bluetooth (Overview)

Black plate (59,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-59Making TurnsNotice: Making very sharp turnswhile trailering could cau

Page 197 - Infotainment System 7-37

Black plate (60,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-60 Driving and Operating3. When the wheel chocks are inplace, release the brake pedaluntil th

Page 198 - Controls)

Black plate (61,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-61Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh,b

Page 199 - Infotainment System 7-39

Black plate (62,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-62 Driving and OperatingAfter loading the trailer, weighthe trailer and then the tongue,separ

Page 200 - 7-40 Infotainment System

Black plate (63,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Driving and Operating 9-63Trailer BrakesDoes the trailer have its ownbrakes? Be sure to read an

Page 201 - 5 or 5 \ ? once or twice

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-22 In BriefDriver InformationCenter (DIC)The DIC display is located in thecenter of the instr

Page 202 - Recognition)

Black plate (64,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20129-64 Driving and Operating2 NOTES

Page 203 - Infotainment System 7-43

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-1Vehicle CareGeneral InformationGeneral Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2Cali

Page 204 - 7-44 Infotainment System

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-2 Vehicle CareDifferent Size Tires andWheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-60Unifo

Page 205 - Infotainment System 7-45

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-3California Proposition65 WarningMost motor vehicles, including thisone, contain

Page 206 - $ / i to ignore a call

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-4 Vehicle CareGM Accessories are designed tocomplement and function with othersystems on the

Page 207 - Infotainment System 7-47

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-5HoodTo open the hood:1. Pull the release handle locatedbelow the instrument pan

Page 208 - 7-48 Infotainment System

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-6 Vehicle CareEngine Compartment Overview2.4 L L4 Engine

Page 209 - License Agreements

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-7A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter onpage 10‑14.B. Engine Cover on page 10‑10.C. Engi

Page 210 - 7-50 Infotainment System

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-8 Vehicle Care3.0 L V6 Engine

Page 211 - Climate Controls

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-9A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter onpage 10‑14.B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir(Und

Page 212 - 8-2 Climate Controls

Black plate (23,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-23Lane DepartureWarning (LDW)For vehicles with LDW, it is intendedto help avoid unin

Page 213 - Climate Controls 8-3

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-10 Vehicle CareEngine CoverEngine Cover 3.0L V6A. Oil Fill CapB. Engine Cover BoltC. Engine

Page 214 - 8-4 Climate Controls

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-112. Pull out the dipstick and clean itwith a paper towel or cloth, thenpush it

Page 215 - Air Vents

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-12 Vehicle CareNotice: Failure to use therecommended engine oil orequivalent can result in e

Page 216 - Maintenance

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-13When the system has calculatedthat oil life has been diminished, itindicates

Page 217 - Operating

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-14 Vehicle CareThere is a special procedure forchecking and changing thetransmission fluid.

Page 218 - Driving Information

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-154. Pull straight up on the cover, andwhile holding the cover, removethe air c

Page 219 - Drunk Driving

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-16 Vehicle Care3.0 L V6 EngineA. Engine Cooling Fans (Outof View)B. Engine Coolant Surge Tan

Page 220 - Steering

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-17Engine CoolantThe cooling system in the vehicle isfilled with DEX-COOL®engine

Page 221 - Loss of Control

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-18 Vehicle CareChecking CoolantThe vehicle must be on a levelsurface when checking the coola

Page 222 - Off-Road Driving

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-19{WARNINGAdding only plain water or someother liquid to the cooling systemcan

Page 223 - Driving and Operating 9-7

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Introduction iiiThe names, logos, emblems,slogans, vehicle model names, andvehicle body designs

Page 224 - 9-8 Driving and Operating

Black plate (24,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-24 In BriefUltrasonic Parking AssistIf available, Ultrasonic Rear ParkingAssist (URPA) system

Page 225 - Driving and Operating 9-9

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-20 Vehicle Care3. Fill the coolant surge tank withthe proper DEX-COOL coolantmixture, to the

Page 226 - 9-10 Driving and Operating

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-21If Steam is Coming from theEngine Compartment{WARNINGSteam from an overheated

Page 227 - Driving on Wet Roads

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-22 Vehicle CarePower Steering Fluid(2.4L L4 Engine)The vehicle has electric powersteering an

Page 228 - Hill and Mountain Roads

Black plate (23,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-23Washer FluidWhat to UseRead the manufacturer'sinstructions before refill

Page 229 - Winter Driving

Black plate (24,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-24 Vehicle CareSome driving conditions or climatescan cause a brake squeal when thebrakes ar

Page 230 - 9-14 Driving and Operating

Black plate (25,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-25.A fluid leak in the brakehydraulic system can also causea low fluid level. H

Page 231 - If the Vehicle Is Stuck

Black plate (26,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-26 Vehicle CareBatteryRefer to the replacement number onthe original battery label when anew

Page 232 - Vehicle Load Limits

Black plate (27,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-27What to UseRefer to Recommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑12 todetermin

Page 233 - Driving and Operating 9-17

Black plate (28,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-28 Vehicle Care3. With the engine off, turn theignition on, but do not start theengine. With

Page 234 - 9-18 Driving and Operating

Black plate (29,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-29Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should beinspected for wear an

Page 235 - Driving and Operating 9-19

Black plate (25,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-25StabiliTrak®SystemThe StabiliTrak system assists withdirectional control of the ve

Page 236 - 9-20 Driving and Operating

Black plate (30,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-30 Vehicle CareTo remove the wiper blade:1. Lift the wiper arm away from thewindshield.A. Wi

Page 237 - Starting and

Black plate (31,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-31To adjust the vertical aim, do thefollowing:1. Open the hood. See Hood onpage

Page 238 - 9-22 Driving and Operating

Black plate (32,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-32 Vehicle Care7. Locate the vertical headlampaiming screws, which are underthe hood near ea

Page 239 - Driving and Operating 9-23

Black plate (33,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-33Headlamps, Front TurnSignal, Sidemarker, andParking LampsA. Low Beam Headlamp

Page 240 - Starting the Engine

Black plate (34,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-34 Vehicle CareFog LampsTo replace one of these bulbs:1. Locate the fog lamp assemblyunder t

Page 241 - Engine Coolant Heater

Black plate (35,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-356. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise and pull it out.7. Pull the bulb stra

Page 242 - Shifting Into Park

Black plate (36,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-36 Vehicle Care8. Push on the lamp side oppositethe clip until the lamp assemblysnaps into p

Page 243 - Shifting out of Park

Black plate (37,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-37Engine CompartmentFuse BlockTo remove the fuse block cover,squeeze the clips

Page 244 - Engine Exhaust

Black plate (38,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-38 Vehicle CareJ-CaseFusesUsage6 Power Seat – Left7Instrument PanelFuse Block 18 Rear Defogg

Page 245 - Transmission

Black plate (39,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-39Mini Fuses Usage41Post CatalyticConverter OxygenSensor42Engine ControlModule4

Page 246 - 9-30 Driving and Operating

Black plate (26,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-26 In BriefEngine Oil Life SystemThe engine oil life system calculatesengine oil life based o

Page 247 - Manual Mode

Black plate (40,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-40 Vehicle CareInstrument Panel FuseBlockThe instrument panel fuse block islocated on the pa

Page 248 - Fuel Economy Mode

Black plate (41,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-41Mini Fuses Usage1Steering WheelDimming2 Spare3 Spare4Body ControlModule 15 In

Page 249 - Drive Systems

Black plate (42,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-42 Vehicle CareMini Fuses Usage32Discrete LogicIgnition Switch33CommunicationsIntegration Mo

Page 250

Black plate (43,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-43WARNING (Continued).Underinflated tires pose thesame danger as overloadedtire

Page 251 - Ride Control Systems

Black plate (44,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-44 Vehicle Careand service description. See the“Tire Size” illustration later in thissection

Page 252 - 9-36 Driving and Operating

Black plate (45,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-45(B) Temporary Use Only: Thecompact spare tire or temporaryuse tire has a trea

Page 253 - Driving and Operating 9-37

Black plate (46,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-46 Vehicle CareTire DesignationsTire SizeThe following is an example of atypical passenge r

Page 254 - Cruise Control

Black plate (47,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-47Accessory Weight: Thecombined weight of optionalaccessories. Some examples of

Page 255 - 5 CRUISE

Black plate (48,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-48 Vehicle CareGAWR RR: Gross Axle WeightRating for the rear axle. SeeVehicle Load Limits on

Page 256 - 5 CRUISE. The

Black plate (49,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-49Recommended InflationPressure: Vehiclemanufacturer's recommendedtire inf

Page 257 - Object Detection

Black plate (27,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-27.Keep vehicle tires properlyinflated..Combine several trips into asingle trip..Rep

Page 258 - 9-42 Driving and Operating

Black plate (50,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-50 Vehicle CareVehicle Maximum Load on theTire: Load on an individual tiredue to curb weight

Page 259 - Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Black plate (51,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-51For additional informationregarding how much weight thevehicle can carry, and

Page 260 - 9-44 Driving and Operating

Black plate (52,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-52 Vehicle Caretire inflation pressure label, youshould determine the proper tireinflation p

Page 261 - Camera (RVC)

Black plate (53,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-53Tire Pressure MonitorOperationThis vehicle may have a TirePressure Monitor Sy

Page 262 - 9-46 Driving and Operating

Black plate (54,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-54 Vehicle CareTPMS Malfunction Light andMessageThe TPMS will not function properlyif one or

Page 263 - Driving and Operating 9-47

Black plate (55,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-55relearn tool, in the following order:driver side front tire, passenger sidefr

Page 264 - Warning (LDW)

Black plate (56,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-56 Vehicle CareTire InspectionWe recommend that the tires,including the spare tire, if theve

Page 265 - Driving and Operating 9-49

Black plate (57,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-57Adjust the front and rear tires tothe recommended inflationpressure on the Ti

Page 266 - 9-50 Driving and Operating

Black plate (58,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-58 Vehicle CareThe rubber in tires ages over time.This also applies for the spare tire,if th

Page 267 - (U.S. and Canada Only)

Black plate (59,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-59{WARNINGTires could explode duringimproper service. Attemptingto mount or dis

Page 268 - Fuel Additives

Black plate (28,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-28 In Brief2 NOTES

Page 269 - Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Black plate (60,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-60 Vehicle CareDifferent Size Tires andWheelsIf wheels or tires are installed thatare a diff

Page 270 - Filling the Tank

Black plate (61,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-61use spare tires, tires withnominal rim diameters of10 to 12 inches (25 to 30

Page 271 - Driving and Operating 9-55

Black plate (62,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-62 Vehicle CareA represent higher levels ofperformance on the laboratorytest wheel than the

Page 272 - General Towing

Black plate (63,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-63Used Replacement Wheels{WARNINGReplacing a wheel with a usedone is dangerous.

Page 273 - Driving Characteristics

Black plate (64,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-64 Vehicle CareIf a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blow outwhile driving, especia

Page 274 - 9-58 Driving and Operating

Black plate (65,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-65{WARNINGChanging a tire can bedangerous. The vehicle can slipoff the jack and

Page 275 - Driving and Operating 9-59

Black plate (66,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-66 Vehicle CareCoin/Pierce Jack with One-PieceWrenchA. ExtensionB. Wheel WrenchC. JackHex-He

Page 276 - Trailer Towing

Black plate (67,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-67Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare Tire1. Do a safety check befor

Page 277 - Driving and Operating 9-61

Black plate (68,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-68 Vehicle Care5. Place the jack notch under theframe rail seam.{WARNINGGetting under a vehi

Page 278 - Towing Equipment

Black plate (69,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-69Coin/Pierce Jack and Wrench8. Raise the vehicle by turning thejack handle clo

Page 279 - Conversions and

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1Keys, Doors, andWindowsKeys and LocksKeys . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 280 - 9-64 Driving and Operating

Black plate (70,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-70 Vehicle Care11. Remove any rust or dirt fromthe wheel bolts, mountingsurfaces, and spare

Page 281 - Vehicle Care

Black plate (71,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-7115. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly ina crisscross sequence, asshown.16. Lower

Page 282 - General Information

Black plate (72,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-72 Vehicle CareA. CableB. Liftgate HingesC. Center of the WheelD. Door Striker4. Pull the ca

Page 283 - Vehicle Care 10-3

Black plate (73,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-73Compact Spare Tire{WARNINGDriving with more than onecompact spare tire at a t

Page 284 - Vehicle Checks

Black plate (74,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-74 Vehicle CareJump StartingFor more information about thevehicle battery, see Battery onpag

Page 285 - Vehicle Care 10-5

Black plate (75,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-75Notice: If the jumper cables areconnected or removed in thewrong order, elect

Page 286 - Engine Compartment Overview

Black plate (76,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-76 Vehicle CareThe remote negative (−)terminal (B) is a stud behind themetal tab stamped wit

Page 287 - Vehicle Care 10-7

Black plate (77,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-77Jumper Cable RemovalA. Heavy, Unpainted Metal EnginePart or Remote Negative (

Page 288 - 10-8 Vehicle Care

Black plate (78,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-78 Vehicle CareRecreational VehicleTowingRecreational vehicle towing meanstowing the vehicle

Page 289 - Vehicle Care 10-9

Black plate (79,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-796. To prevent the battery fromdraining while the vehicle isbeing towed, remov

Page 290 - Engine Oil

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-2 Keys, Doors, and WindowsKeys and LocksKeys{WARNINGLeaving children in a vehicle withthe igni

Page 291 - Vehicle Care 10-11

Black plate (80,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-80 Vehicle CareDolly Towing(Front-Wheel‐Drive Vehicles)To tow the vehicle from the frontwith

Page 292 - Engine Oil Life System

Black plate (81,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-81Appearance CareExterior CareWashing the VehicleTo preserve the vehicle's

Page 293 - Automatic Transmission

Black plate (82,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-82 Vehicle CareProtecting Exterior Bright MetalPartsRegularly clean bright metal partswith w

Page 294 - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Black plate (83,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-83Notice: Chrome wheels and otherchrome trim may be damaged ifthe vehicle is no

Page 295 - Cooling System

Black plate (84,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-84 Vehicle CareFinish DamageQuickly repair minor chips andscratches with touch-up materialsa

Page 296 - 10-16 Vehicle Care

Black plate (85,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-85.Do not heavily saturate theupholstery when cleaning..Do not use solvents or

Page 297

Black plate (86,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-86 Vehicle CareFollowing the cleaning process, apaper towel can be used to blotexcess moistu

Page 298 - 10-18 Vehicle Care

Black plate (87,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Vehicle Care 10-87Use the following guidelines forproper floor mat usage..The original equipmen

Page 299 - Vehicle Care 10-19

Black plate (88,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201210-88 Vehicle Care2 NOTES

Page 300 - Engine Overheating

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-1Service andMaintenanceGeneral InformationGeneral Information . . . .

Page 301 - Vehicle Care 10-21

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3With an active OnStar subscription,an OnStar Advisor may remotelyunl

Page 302 - (3.0L V6 Engine)

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-2 Service and MaintenanceBecause of the way people usevehicles, maintenance needs vary.There

Page 303 - Washer Fluid

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-3MaintenanceScheduleOwner Checks and ServicesAt Each Fuel Stop.Check

Page 304 - Brake Fluid

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-4 Service and Maintenance.Check tire inflation pressures.See Tire Pressure onpage 10‑50..Insp

Page 305 - Vehicle Care 10-25

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-5

Page 306 - All-Wheel Drive

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-6 Service and MaintenanceFootnotes — MaintenanceSchedule Additional RequiredServices — Normal

Page 307 - Function Check

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-7

Page 308 - Mechanism Check

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-8 Service and MaintenanceFootnotes — MaintenanceSchedule Additional RequiredServices — Severe

Page 309 - Wiper Blade Replacement

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-9AdditionalMaintenance and CareYour vehicle is an importantinvestment

Page 310 - Headlamp Aiming

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-10 Service and MaintenanceHosesHoses transport fluids and shouldbe regularly inspected to en

Page 311 - Vehicle Care 10-31

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-11Vehicle CareTo help keep the vehicle looking likenew, vehicle care

Page 312 - Bulb Replacement

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-4 Keys, Doors, and WindowsSee “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out”under Vehicle Personalization onpag

Page 313 - Parking Lamps

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-12 Service and MaintenanceRecommended Fluids, Lubricants, and PartsRecommended Fluids and Lu

Page 314 - Sidemarker, Stoplamps

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-13Usage Fluid/LubricantTransfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case

Page 315 - License Plate Lamp

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-14 Service and MaintenanceMaintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by

Page 316 - Electrical System

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-15Maintenance RecordsAfter the scheduled services are performed, rec

Page 317 - Fuse Block

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-16 Service and MaintenanceDateOdometerReadingServiced By Services Performed

Page 318 - 10-38 Vehicle Care

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Service and Maintenance 11-17DateOdometerReadingServiced By Services Performed

Page 319 - Vehicle Care 10-39

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201211-18 Service and MaintenanceDateOdometerReadingServiced By Services Performed

Page 320 - Instrument Panel Fuse

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Technical Data 12-1Technical DataVehicle IdentificationVehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . .

Page 321 - Vehicle Care 10-41

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201212-2 Technical DataVehicle DataCapacities and SpecificationsApplicationCapacitiesMetric EnglishA

Page 322 - Wheels and Tires

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Technical Data 12-3ApplicationCapacitiesMetric EnglishTransmission Fluid (Drain and Refill)2.4L

Page 323 - Tire Sidewall Labeling

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5The battery is not rechargeable. Toreplace the battery:1. Push the b

Page 324 - 10-44 Vehicle Care

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201212-4 Technical DataEngine Drive Belt Routing2.4L L4 Engine3.0L V6 Engine

Page 325 - Vehicle Care 10-45

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-1CustomerInformationCustomer InformationCustomer SatisfactionProcedure .

Page 326 - Definitions

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-2 Customer InformationSTEP TWO: If after contacting amember of dealership management,it appea

Page 327 - Vehicle Care 10-47

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-3STEP THREE — CanadianOwners: In the event that you donot feel your conc

Page 328 - 10-48 Vehicle Care

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-4 Customer InformationCanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Care Centre, Mail Code:C

Page 329 - Vehicle Care 10-49

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-5Online Owner CenterChevrolet Owner Center (U.S.)www.chevyownercenter.co

Page 330 - Tire Pressure

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-6 Customer InformationGM MobilityReimbursement ProgramThis program is available toqualified a

Page 331

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-7CoverageServices are provided up to 5 years/160 000 km (100,000 mi), wh

Page 332 - 10-52 Vehicle Care

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-8 Customer InformationServices Specific toCanadian-Purchased Vehicles.Fuel Delivery: Reimburs

Page 333 - Operation

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-9Courtesy TransportationProgramTo enhance your ownershipexperience, we a

Page 334 - 10-54 Vehicle Care

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012iv IntroductionUsing this ManualTo quickly locate information aboutthe vehicle, use the Index in

Page 335 - Vehicle Care 10-55

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-6 Keys, Doors, and WindowsExtending Engine Run TimeFor a 10-minute extension, repeatSteps 1 an

Page 336 - Tire Rotation

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-10 Customer InformationCourtesy Rental VehicleYour dealer may arrange to provideyou with a c

Page 337 - When It Is Time for New

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-11Recycled original equipment partsmay also be used for repair. Thesepa

Page 338 - Buying New Tires

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-12 Customer InformationIf a Crash OccursIf there has been an injury, callemergency services

Page 339 - Vehicle Care 10-59

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-13Service PublicationsOrdering InformationService ManualsService Manual

Page 340 - Uniform Tire Quality

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-14 Customer InformationReporting SafetyDefectsReporting Safety Defectsto the United StatesGo

Page 341 - Vehicle Care 10-61

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-15Reporting Safety Defectsto General MotorsIn addition to notifying NHT

Page 342 - Wheel Replacement

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-16 Customer InformationThis data can help provide a betterunderstanding of the circumstances

Page 343 - Tire Chains

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Customer Information 13-17Navigation SystemIf the vehicle has a navigationsystem, use of the sy

Page 344 - If a Tire Goes Flat

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201213-18 Customer Information2 NOTES

Page 345 - Tire Changing

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012OnStar 14-1OnStarOnStar OverviewOnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1OnStar ServicesEmerg

Page 346 - 10-66 Vehicle Care

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7Door Locks{WARNINGUnlocked doors can bedangerous..Passengers, especi

Page 347 - Vehicle Care 10-67

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201214-2 OnStarPush Q to connect to a liveAdvisor to:.Verify account information orupdate contact in

Page 348 - 10-68 Vehicle Care

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012OnStar 14-3Using Voice CommandsDuring a Planned RouteCancel Route1. PushX. System responds:“OnSt

Page 349 - Vehicle Care 10-69

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201214-4 OnStarConnectionsOnStar Hands-Free Calling allowscalls to be made and received fromthe vehi

Page 350 - 10-70 Vehicle Care

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012OnStar 14-5DiagnosticsOnStar Vehicle Diagnostics willperform a vehicle check everymonth. It will

Page 351 - Vehicle Care 10-71

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201214-6 OnStarOnStar service cannot work unlessyour vehicle is in a place whereOnStar has an agreem

Page 352 - 10-72 Vehicle Care

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012OnStar 14-7OnStar Personal IdentificationNumber (PIN)A PIN is needed to access some ofthe OnStar

Page 353 - Compact Spare Tire

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 201214-8 OnStarUnable to Connect to OnStarMessageIf there is limited cellular coverageor the cellula

Page 354 - Jump Starting

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012INDEX i-1AAccessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3Accessory Power . .

Page 355 - Vehicle Care 10-75

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012i-2 INDEXBBattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26Jump Starting . . . . . . .

Page 356 - 10-76 Vehicle Care

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012INDEX i-3Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 8-1Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 357 - Towing the Vehicle

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-8 Keys, Doors, and WindowsThere are power door lock switcheson the front door panels.Q : Press

Page 358 - Recreational Vehicle

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012i-4 INDEXEE85 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53ECO Button . . . . . . . .

Page 359 - Vehicle Care 10-79

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012INDEX i-5Fuel (cont.)Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-51Requirements, California . . .

Page 360 - 10-80 Vehicle Care

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012i-6 INDEXJJump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74KKey and Lock Messages . . . . .

Page 361 - Appearance Care

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012INDEX i-7MMaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-15Maintenance Schedule

Page 362 - 10-82 Vehicle Care

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012i-8 INDEXOnStar®Additional Information . . . . . . . .14-5Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 363 - Vehicle Care 10-83

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012INDEX i-9Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-45Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-5Rearview Mirro

Page 364 - Interior Care

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012i-10 INDEXSeats (cont.)Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-4Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 365 - Vehicle Care 10-85

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012INDEX i-11TTachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10TaillampsBulb Replacement . .

Page 366 - Floor Mats

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012i-12 INDEXVVehicleCanadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iiiControl . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 367 - Vehicle Care 10-87

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9DoorsLiftgate (Manual){WARNINGExhaust gases can enter thevehicle if

Page 368 - 10-88 Vehicle Care

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-10 Keys, Doors, and WindowsLiftgate (Power)Power Liftgate Operation{WARNINGExhaust gases can

Page 369 - Service and

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11Choose the power liftgate mode byturning the dial on the switch un

Page 370 - 11-2 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-12 Keys, Doors, and WindowsPressing any button, or thetouchpad switch, while the liftgate ism

Page 371 - Schedule

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-133. Press and hold the button on theliftgate adjacent to the latch

Page 372 - 11-4 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-14 Keys, Doors, and WindowsDisarming the SystemTo disarm the system, do one of thefollowing:.

Page 373 - Service and Maintenance 11-5

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15If the engine does not start and thesecurity light stays on, there

Page 374 - 11-6 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Introduction vVehicle Symbol ChartHere are some additional symbolsthat may be found on the vehic

Page 375 - Service and Maintenance 11-7

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-16 Keys, Doors, and WindowsHeated MirrorsFor vehicles with heated mirrors:The heated outside

Page 376 - Services

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17Using the Outside Mirror withthe Blind Spot Mirror1. Set the main

Page 377 - Maintenance and Care

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-18 Keys, Doors, and WindowsAutomatic DimmingRearview MirrorThe vehicle may have an automaticd

Page 378 - 11-10 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19The vehicle aerodynamics aredesigned to improve fuel economyperfor

Page 379 - Service and Maintenance 11-11

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-20 Keys, Doors, and WindowsExpress Down WindowsWindows that have theexpress‐down feature allo

Page 380 - 11-12 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21RoofSunroofOn vehicles with a sunroof, theswitches used to operate

Page 381 - Service and Maintenance 11-13

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20122-22 Keys, Doors, and WindowsDirt and debris may collect on thesunroof seal or in the track. Th

Page 382 - Maintenance Replacement Parts

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-1Seats andRestraintsHead RestraintsHead Restraints . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 383 - Maintenance Records

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-2 Seats and RestraintsHead RestraintsFront SeatsThe vehicle's front seats have headrestra

Page 384 - 11-16 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-3To lower the head restraint, pressthe button, located on the top of thes

Page 385 - Service and Maintenance 11-17

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012vi Introduction2 NOTES

Page 386 - 11-18 Service and Maintenance

Black plate (4,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-4 Seats and RestraintsPower Seat AdjustmentFour‐Way Power Driver SeatA. Seat Position HandleB.

Page 387 - Technical Data

Black plate (5,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-5Lumbar AdjustmentPower LumbarEight-Way Power Seat Shown,Four-Way Similar

Page 388 - Vehicle Data

Black plate (6,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-6 Seats and RestraintsManual Reclining Seatbacks{WARNINGYou can lose control of thevehicle if

Page 389 - Technical Data 12-3

Black plate (7,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-7Power Reclining SeatbacksTo adjust a power seatback,if available:.Tilt t

Page 390 - Engine Drive Belt Routing

Black plate (8,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-8 Seats and RestraintsRecalling Button MemoryPositionsTo recall the manually saved ButtonMemor

Page 391 - Customer

Black plate (9,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-9Easy Exit Driver SeatThis feature moves the seatrearward allowing the dr

Page 392 - 13-2 Customer Information

Black plate (10,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-10 Seats and RestraintsThe passenger seat may takelonger to heat up.Remote Start Heated Seats

Page 393 - Customer Assistance

Black plate (11,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-11To fold the seatback down:Notice: Folding a rear seat withthe safety b

Page 394 - Text Telephone (TTY)

Black plate (12,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-12 Seats and RestraintsSafety BeltsThis section of the manualdescribes how to use safety belt

Page 395 - Online Owner Center

Black plate (13,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-13When you wear a safety belt, youand the vehicle slow down together.The

Page 396 - Reimbursement Program

Black plate (1,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-1In BriefInstrument PanelInstrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Initial Driv

Page 397 - Customer Information 13-7

Black plate (14,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-14 Seats and RestraintsThere are important things to knowabout wearing a safety belt properly

Page 398 - Appointments

Black plate (15,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-15Lap-Shoulder BeltAll seating positions in the vehiclehave a lap-should

Page 399 - Courtesy Transportation

Black plate (16,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-16 Seats and RestraintsTo unlatch the belt, push the buttonon the buckle.Before a door is clo

Page 400 - Collision Damage Repair

Black plate (17,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-17Pretensioners work only once. If thepretensioners are activated in acr

Page 401 - Customer Information 13-11

Black plate (18,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-18 Seats and Restraints3. The belt should not be twistedand it should lie flat. The elasticco

Page 402 - 13-12 Customer Information

Black plate (19,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-19A pregnant woman should wear alap-shoulder belt, and the lapportion sh

Page 403 - Ordering Information

Black plate (20,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-20 Seats and RestraintsSafety Belt CareKeep belts clean and dry.{WARNINGDo not bleach or dye

Page 404 - Reporting Safety

Black plate (21,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-21Airbag SystemThe vehicle has the followingairbags:.A frontal airbag fo

Page 405 - Recording and

Black plate (22,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-22 Seats and Restraints{WARNINGBecause airbags inflate with greatforce and faster than the bl

Page 406 - Q button and

Black plate (23,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-23Where Are the Airbags?The driver frontal airbag is in themiddle of the

Page 407 - Statement

Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20121-2 In BriefInstrument Panel

Page 408 - 13-18 Customer Information

Black plate (24,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-24 Seats and RestraintsDriver Side Shown, PassengerSide SimilarThe roof-rail airbags for the

Page 409 - OnStar Overview

Black plate (25,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-25Frontal airbags may inflate atdifferent crash speeds. Forexample:.If t

Page 410 - OnStar Services

Black plate (26,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-26 Seats and Restraintsdetermined by the location andseverity of the side impact. In arollove

Page 411 - X. System responds:

Black plate (27,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-27prevent the driver from seeing out ofthe windshield or being able to s

Page 412 - 14-4 OnStar

Black plate (28,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-28 Seats and Restraints.Let only qualified technicianswork on the airbag systems.Improper ser

Page 413 - OnStar Additional

Black plate (29,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-29{WARNINGA child in a rear-facing childrestraint can be seriously injur

Page 414 - Q for help with:

Black plate (30,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-30 Seats and RestraintsFor some children, includingchildren in child restraints, and forvery

Page 415 - OnStar 14-7

Black plate (31,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-31If the Off Indicator is Lit for anAdult-Size OccupantIf a person of ad

Page 416 - Q to try the

Black plate (32,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-32 Seats and RestraintsA wet seat can affect theperformance of the passengersensing system. H

Page 417 - INDEX i-1

Black plate (33,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-33Adding Equipment to theAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I m

Page 418

Black plate (3,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012In Brief 1-3A. Air Vents on page 8‑5.B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.See Turn and Lane-ChangeSigna

Page 419 - INDEX i-3

Black plate (34,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-34 Seats and RestraintsIn addition, your dealer and theservice manual have informationabout t

Page 420

Black plate (35,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-35Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrownbooster

Page 421 - INDEX i-5

Black plate (36,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-36 Seats and Restraintsrestraint system or infant restraintsystem secured in a rear seatingpo

Page 422 - Black plate (6,1)

Black plate (37,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-37Infants and YoungChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needsprotection! This i

Page 423 - INDEX i-7

Black plate (38,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-38 Seats and Restraints{WARNINGNever do this.Children who are up against,or very close to, an

Page 424 - Black plate (8,1)

Black plate (39,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-39{WARNINGTo reduce the risk of neck andhead injury during a crash, infa

Page 425 - INDEX i-9

Black plate (40,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-40 Seats and Restraints(B) Forward-Facing Child SeatA forward-facing child seat (B)provides r

Page 426 - Black plate (10,1)

Black plate (41,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012Seats and Restraints 3-41endangered in a crash if the childrestraint is not properly secured in

Page 427 - INDEX i-11

Black plate (42,1)Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 20123-42 Seats and RestraintsA label on your sun visor says,“Never put a rear-facing child seat int

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