Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell, Owner'S Manual

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Brakes
Your vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have
built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning
sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are
needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the
time your vehicle is moving, except when you are pushing
on the brake pedal firmly.
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CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
the brakes will not work well. That could lead to
an accident. When you hear the brake wear
warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.
Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake
pads could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied.
This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque specifications in
Capacities
and Specifications on page 5-54 .
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
Contact your Driver Relationship Manager (DRM) if the
brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if
there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a
sign that brake service might be required.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear.
Battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance free sealed 12-volt
battery and a high-voltage battery.
If the vehicle will not start, contact OnStar or your Driver
Relationship Manager (DRM).
Do not attempt to jump start your vehicle.
Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
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