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Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2011

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Vehicle Care

3. If replacing low/high headlamp

bulb, remove the dust cover cap
from the back of the headlamp
housing by turning the cap
counterclockwise.

4. Turn the bulb socket

counterclockwise to remove
from lamp assembly.

5. Remove the bulb from the

socket or disconnect bulb
assembly from harness
connector.

6. Install new bulb.

7. Reinstall the lamp socket to

lamp assembly turning
clockwise.

8. Replace the dust cover cap on

headlamps.

9. Reinstall the wheel well cover

access port cap and secure by
installing screw.

Fog Lamps

To replace one of these bulbs:

1. Locate the fog lamp assembly

under the front facia.

2. Disconnect the bulb socket from

the electrical connector, turn and
pull out the bulb assembly.

3. Remove the old bulb from the

bulb socket and push the new
bulb straight into the bulb socket
until it connects.

4. Push the bulb socket into the fog

lamp assembly and turn
clockwise to lock it into place.

5. Reconnect the bulb socket to the

electrical connector.

Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps

A. Sidemarker

B. Stoplamp/Turn Signal

Lamp/Taillamp

C. Back-up Lamp

Содержание 2011 Equinox

Страница 1: ... Features 4 2 Roof Rack System 4 3 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Information Displays 5 22 Vehicle Messages 5 26 Vehicle Personalization 5 32 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 4 Lighting Features 6 4 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 11 Audio Players 7 19 Rear Seat Infotainment 7 33 Phone 7 46 Climate Controls...

Страница 2: ...eels and Tires 10 46 Jump Starting 10 78 Towing 10 82 Appearance Care 10 86 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 6 Maintenance Records 11 9 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 14 Vehicle Data Recording a...

Страница 3: ...is owner manual Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 45...

Страница 4: ...authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Made for iPod means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language ...

Страница 5: ...ual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This woul...

Страница 6: ...dditional instructions or information Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For more information on the symbol refer to the Index 9 Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O E...

Страница 7: ... 13 Exterior Lighting 1 14 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 16 Parking Brake 1 18 Transmission 1 18 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 19 Satellite Radio 1 20 Portable Audio Devices 1 21 Bluetooth 1 21 Steering Wheel Controls 1 21 Cruise Control 1 22 Navigation System 1 22 Driver Information Center DIC 1 22 Vehicle Personalization 1 23 Rear Vision Camera RVC 1 23 Ultrasonic Parking Assist 1...

Страница 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Страница 9: ...nnector DLC See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 14 J Cruise Control on page 9 44 K Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 4 L Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 M Horn on page 5 3 N Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 O Ignition Positions on page 9 28 P Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 If Equipped Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 If Equipped Q Shift Lever See Shifti...

Страница 10: ...cle Press this button to extend the key The key can be used for the ignition and all locks K Press to unlock the driver door or all doors Q Press to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized V For vehicles with the power liftgate press and hold until the liftgate begins to move to open the liftgate For vehicles without the power liftgate first press K then press and hold V to unl...

Страница 11: ...nless a time extension is done or the key is inserted and turned to ON RUN Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do one of the following Press until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Insert the key and turn it to ON RUN and then back to LOCK OFF See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 Door Locks To lock or unlock a door use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmi...

Страница 12: ...iftgate the switch is on the overhead console The vehicle must be in P Park to use the power feature The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves Notice If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it Choose t...

Страница 13: ... pulling to close Pushing or pulling the switch part of the way will open or close the window as long as the switch is operated See Power Windows on page 2 17 Seat Adjustment Four Way Power Driver Seat To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward using the handle under the front of the seat cushion A See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the control B up ...

Страница 14: ...Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 for more information Lumbar Adjustment Eight Way Power Seat Shown Four Way Similar If available press and hold the front or rear of the switch A to increase or decrease lumbar support Release the control when the seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 6 for more information Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks To r...

Страница 15: ...back to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a power seatback if available Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise Memory Features On vehicles with the memory feature the 1 and 2 buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions These manually s...

Страница 16: ...ed to those buttons when pressed Releasing 1 or 2 before the stored positions are reached stops the recall To automatically recall RKE Memory positions unlock the driver door with the RKE transmitter and open the driver door If the driver door is already open pressing the RKE transmitter K button will also activate the RKE Memory recall The driver seat and outside mirrors will move to the previous...

Страница 17: ...l the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position For more information see Head Restraints on page 3 2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Safety Belts Refer to the following sections for important infor...

Страница 18: ... 35 for more information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door To adjust the mirrors 1 Move the selector switch to L left or R right to choose the driver or passenger mirror 2 Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction 3 Return the selector switch to the middle position See Power Mirrors on page 2 15 Interior ...

Страница 19: ...er or away from you 4 Pull the lever A up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Reading Lamps These lamps are located on the overhead console These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened For manual operation press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off Center Dome Lamps There are front and rear dome lamps The do...

Страница 20: ...e parking lamps together with the sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lights 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lights For more information see Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 6 2 Fog Lamps on page 6 3 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield ...

Страница 21: ...ndow Wiper Washer The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever Press the upper or lower portion of the button to control the rear wiper and rear wiper delay The system turns off when the button is returned to the middle position Z For continuous rear window wipes 5 To set a delay between wipes Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window ...

Страница 22: ...e Controls The vehicle s heating cooling defrosting and ventilation can be controlled with these systems Climate Control System A Fan Control B Air Delivery Mode Controls C Temperature Control D Outside Air E Defrost F Rear Window Defogger G Recirculation H Air Conditioning ...

Страница 23: ...ontrol B AUTO Automatic Operation C Air Delivery Mode Controls D Defrost E Recirculation F Temperature Control G Power H Driver and Passenger Heated Seats I Rear Window Defogger J Air Conditioning See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 If Equipped or Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 If Equipped ...

Страница 24: ... ERS or manual mode allows for the selection of the range of gear positions Use this mode when driving down hill or towing a trailer to limit the top gear and vehicle speed To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever to M Manual Mode 2 Press the plus minus button on the shift lever to increase or decrease the gear range available See Manual Mode on page 9 37 for more information Fuel Economy Mode V...

Страница 25: ...3 For more information about the Rear Seat Audio RSA System see Rear Seat Audio RSA System on page 7 43 Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding numeric button 1...

Страница 26: ... button 2 Select Time and Date Settings 3 Highlight Month Day Format 4 Press the MENU SELECT knob to select MM DD month day or DD MM day month Setting the Auto Time Adjust 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Select Time and Date Settings 3 Highlight Auto Time Adjust 4 Press the MENU SELECT knob to turn Auto Time Adjust on or off Satellite Radio Vehicles with an XM Satellite Radio tuner and a valid XM Sate...

Страница 27: ... phone must be paired with the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions See Bluetooth Overview on page 7 46 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls on page 7 47 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 51 Steering Wheel Controls Some audio steering wheel controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel b g Press to interact with the availa...

Страница 28: ...m The vehicle s navigation system if equipped provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the system can help locate a variety of points of interest POI such as banks airports restaurants and more See the Navigation System manual for more information Driver Informatio...

Страница 29: ...sion camera displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse The display will appear on either the inside rearview mirror or navigation screen if equipped To clean the camera lens located above the license plate rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth See Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 9 48 Ultrasonic Parking Assist If available Ultrasonic Rear Pa...

Страница 30: ...sory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player There are four accessory power outlets in the following locations below the CD slot inside the center console storage on the rear of the center console storage and in the rear cargo compartment To use the outlets remove the cover and close when not in use See Power Outlets on page 5 7 Performance and ...

Страница 31: ... TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle s tires If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 22 The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected During cooler conditions the low tire pressur...

Страница 32: ...s and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 14 Fuel E85 85 Ethanol Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 56 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page ...

Страница 33: ...nStar If you have a current OnStar subscription press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact location to get the help you need Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders vehicle maintenance tips online owner manual spe...

Страница 34: ...STAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or push the Q button to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations see the OnStar Owner s Guide in the glove box OnStar service is subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Glove Box Kit OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Glo...

Страница 35: ...ation regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands Free calling See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 for more information On some vehicles the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems o...

Страница 36: ...Black plate 30 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 1 30 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Страница 37: ...ower Door Locks 2 7 Safety Locks 2 8 Doors Liftgate Manual 2 8 Liftgate Power 2 9 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 12 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 12 Immobilizer 2 13 Immobilizer Operation 2 13 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 14 Power Mirrors 2 15 Heated Mirrors 2 15 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 15 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 16 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 16 Windows Windows 2 16 Po...

Страница 38: ...d children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key Press the button and the key blade to retract the key See your dealer if a new key is needed No...

Страница 39: ...re are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 RKE Without Remote Start Shown The following may be available Q Lock Press to lock all doors The turn signal indicators may flash and or the horn may sound to indicate locking See Remote Lock Feedback under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 32 If a passenger door is open when...

Страница 40: ...art on page 2 5 for additional information Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no l...

Страница 41: ...RKE System on page 2 3 for additional information Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature 1 Press Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Press and hold for about two seconds The turn signal lamps will briefly flash to confirm the vehicle has been started The parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running The vehicle s doors will be l...

Страница 42: ...mote Start Ready If the vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start ready feature This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start feature See your dealer to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start feature to the vehicle Door Locks WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doo...

Страница 43: ...e power door lock switches are on the instrument panel K Unlock Press to unlock the doors Q Lock Press to lock the doors When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door or the liftgate is open the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed Three chimes sound to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use Pressing the power lock switch twice or Q on the RKE transm...

Страница 44: ...unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index For more information abo...

Страница 45: ...tem to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 34 On vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is on the overhead console The vehicle must be in P Park to u...

Страница 46: ...n of a liftgate that also has power operation requires more effort than a standard manual liftgate In either the MAX or the 3 4 mode the liftgate can be power opened and closed by First pressing K and then pressing and holding V on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Pressing the power liftgate button i...

Страница 47: ...stacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position After removing the obstruction the power liftgate operation can be used again If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle the power function will deactivate ...

Страница 48: ...en To close the liftgate use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close With the power liftgate disabled the liftgate electric latch will still power latch once contact is made with the striker Always close the liftgate before driving If the RKE button is pressed while power operation is disabled the turn signals flash and the liftgate will not move The liftgate has an electric latch If the batt...

Страница 49: ...ED message will appear on the DIC See Key and Lock Messages on page 5 29 for additional information Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system does not have to be manually a...

Страница 50: ... stay on try another ignition key If the engine does not start with the other key the vehicle needs service If the vehicle does start the first key may be damaged See your dealer who can service the theft deterrent system and have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors WARNING A convex mirr...

Страница 51: ... or frost from the surface of the mirrors Rear Window Defogger This button is on the climate control panel See Rear Window Defogger under Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 for more information Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package the outside mirrors have a park tilt feature This feature automatically tilts the outside mirrors to a preselected position when the vehicle...

Страница 52: ...comes on and the indicator light comes on each time the vehicle is started O Press to turn automatic dimming on or off If the vehicle has a rear vision camera RVC the O button for turning the automatic dimming feature on or off will not be available See Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 9 48 for more information Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the m...

Страница 53: ...rate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window controls are on each of the side...

Страница 54: ...can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch Window Lockout o Window Lockout The window lockout switch is on the driver door This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating except from the driver position Press the switch to turn the lockout feature on or off An indicator light shows the feature is on Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach...

Страница 55: ...of See Ignition Positions on page 9 28 and Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 31 Press and hold the front or rear of the driver side switch to open or close the sunroof The sunshade automatically opens with the sunroof but must be closed manually Press and hold the rear of the passenger side switch to vent the sunroof Press and hold the front of the switch to close Express open Express close P...

Страница 56: ...ing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof then returns to the full open position Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation noise or plugging the water drainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mild soap and water D...

Страница 57: ...3 26 Airbag System Airbag System 3 27 Where Are the Airbags 3 29 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 31 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 33 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 33 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 3 34 Passenger Sensing System 3 35 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 40 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 40 Airbag System Check 3 42 Replacing Airbag System Parts Afte...

Страница 58: ...talled and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the head restraint post on the top of the seatback while you push the head restraint down ...

Страница 59: ...just a manual seat 1 Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion 2 Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position 3 Release the handle to stop the seat from moving 4 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place Power Seat Adjustment Four Way Power Driver Seat To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward using the handle under the ...

Страница 60: ...he 1 and 2 buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter when the ignition is turned off These autom...

Страница 61: ...outside mirrors are automatically stored to the RKE transmitter that was used to start the vehicle These positions are called RKE Memory positions and may be different than the previously mentioned Button Memory positions saved to the 1 or 2 buttons To automatically recall RKE Memory positions unlock the driver door with the RKE transmitter and open the driver door If the driver door is already op...

Страница 62: ...r more information To stop recall movement press one of the memory or power seat controls If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position the recall may stop Remove the obstruction then press and hold the power seat control rearward for two seconds Try recalling the exit position again If the exit position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Lumbar Adjustm...

Страница 63: ...inst your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries Continued WARNING Continued The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Страница 64: ...njury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked To recline a manual seatback 1 Lift the lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure ...

Страница 65: ...ess L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the heated seat will change to the next lower setting and then the off setting Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light indicates the lowest The passenger seat may take longer to heat up Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside the...

Страница 66: ...jured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To fold the seatback down Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 1 Unbuckle the r...

Страница 67: ...ries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle You and your passenger s can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a...

Страница 68: ...n In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels P...

Страница 69: ...inox Owner Manual 2011 Seats and Restraints 3 13 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Страница 70: ...are upside down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never ...

Страница 71: ...ants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the ...

Страница 72: ... will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body Q What is wrong with this A The lap belt is too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way ...

Страница 73: ...en fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs Q What is wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle WARNING You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injurie...

Страница 74: ...t goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests Q What is wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times ...

Страница 75: ...ernal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is behind the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might al...

Страница 76: ...an sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint...

Страница 77: ...houlder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle ...

Страница 78: ...down without pressing the release button A to make sure it has locked into position Press the release button to lower the height adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a ...

Страница 79: ... older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the be...

Страница 80: ...r belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck To remove and store the comfort guide squeez...

Страница 81: ...go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with th...

Страница 82: ...n death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected o...

Страница 83: ...will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important th...

Страница 84: ...ith seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and i...

Страница 85: ...rontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door ...

Страница 86: ...into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Continued WARNING Continued Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anythi...

Страница 87: ... a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object If the vehicle hits an object that deforms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an ob...

Страница 88: ...s rollovers or rear impacts Roof rail airbags are not intended to inflate in rear impacts A seat mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck Both roof rail airbags will deploy when either side of the vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one c...

Страница 89: ...ontact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags distribute the ...

Страница 90: ...tory of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that ma...

Страница 91: ... Data Recording and Privacy on page 13 15 and Event Data Recorders on page 13 16 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible o...

Страница 92: ...dren who are large enough using safety belts A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint woul...

Страница 93: ...sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children including children in child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has...

Страница 94: ...e sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restraints on page 3 2 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbag for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child s seating...

Страница 95: ...shion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 40 for more information about modifications that can affect how the sys...

Страница 96: ...mation on page 13 13 WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Continued WARNING Continued Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person pe...

Страница 97: ...enger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 35 If you have questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 13 1 If the vehicle has rollover roof...

Страница 98: ...ag Inflate on page 3 33 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in your vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure your airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and a...

Страница 99: ...Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 20 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booste...

Страница 100: ...properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly WARNING Never do this Never allow two children to wear the same safety belt The safety belt can not properly spread the...

Страница 101: ...fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play wit...

Страница 102: ...g 12 lb infant will suddenly become a 110 kg 240 lb force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint WARNING Never do this Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to ...

Страница 103: ...ular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support This is because an infant s neck is not fully developed and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing child restraint settles into the rest...

Страница 104: ... of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint B Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness C Booster Seats A booster seat C is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to ...

Страница 105: ...ructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any c...

Страница 106: ...e to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance ev...

Страница 107: ... collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat review the following illustrations Depending on where you place the child restraint or the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access certain safety belt assemblies o...

Страница 108: ...ling a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how ...

Страница 109: ... single attachment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child res...

Страница 110: ...ome with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 50 for additional information Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System WARNING If a LATCH type...

Страница 111: ...the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled This could damage the safety belt or the seat Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position before folding the seat Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location This syst...

Страница 112: ...the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position being used does not have a headrest or head restraint and a single tether is being used route the tether over the seatback If the p...

Страница 113: ...empt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properl...

Страница 114: ...if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the ch...

Страница 115: ...of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 52 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securel...

Страница 116: ...nd to the center top tether anchor on the seatback B Make sure the retaining strap s clips are firmly attached Install the rear facing child restraint using the child restraint manufacturer s instructions and the instructions described previously Remove the armrest retaining strap before installing a forward facing child restraint in the center seat position as it may interfere with the attachment...

Страница 117: ...nce even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 35 for additional information If the child restraint has th...

Страница 118: ...enger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 12 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clic...

Страница 119: ...nstructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 52 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should b...

Страница 120: ...Black plate 64 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 3 64 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES ...

Страница 121: ...Cover 4 2 Cargo Tie Downs 4 2 Convenience Net 4 2 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 4 3 Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage There may be a storage compartment on the instrument panel Pull the handle to open Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever Cupholders Two cupholders are in the center console Cupholders may be located in the second row seat armrest To access pull the...

Страница 122: ...in the rear of the vehicle To remove the cover from the vehicle pull both ends toward each other To reinstall place each end of the cover in the holes behind the rear seat Cargo Tie Downs The vehicle may be equipped with four cargo tie downs A located in the rear compartment Convenience Net This vehicle may have a convenience net located in the rear of the vehicle Attach it to the cargo tie downs ...

Страница 123: ... more than 100 kg 220 lbs or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the cross rails making sure to fasten cargo securely To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure cross rails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds...

Страница 124: ...lide the cross rails back and forth until the lock pins engage in the holes and a click is heard as the pins align and the cross rail locks Try sliding the cross rails forward and backward to ensure that they are correctly secured and that the levers stay tight to the cross rails Do not stand on the plastic lower body panels when loading cargo on the roof rack When the roof rack is not in use lock...

Страница 125: ...arning Light 5 16 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 17 Traction Off Light 5 18 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 18 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 18 Tire Pressure Light 5 19 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 20 Fuel Economy Light 5 20 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 21 Security Light 5 21 High Beam On Light 5 21 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 21 Lamps On Reminder 5 22 Cruise Control Light 5 22 Informat...

Страница 126: ...essages 5 32 Vehicle Reminder Messages 5 32 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization 5 32 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever A down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever A up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving ...

Страница 127: ...ontrols on page 7 47 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 51 or the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information i Mute End Call Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call Press to silence the vehicle speakers while using the infotainment system Press again to turn the sound on _ SRC Toggle Switch Press to select an audio source Toggle up or down to select the next or previous favorit...

Страница 128: ...es Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 31 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield The spray...

Страница 129: ... In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Compass The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center DIC The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System GPS antenna StabiliTrak and vehicle speed information Avoid covering the...

Страница 130: ...me and Date Settings menu press the BACK button at any time or press the MENU SEL knob after adjusting the minutes or year Setting the 12 24 Hour Format 1 Turn the infotainment system ON 2 Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings 3 Highlight 12 24 Hour Format 4 Press the MENU SEL knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format Setting the Month and Day Format 1 Turn the infot...

Страница 131: ...m ON 2 Press the CONFIG button and select Time Settings or press the H button 3 Highlight 12 24 Hour Format 4 Press the MENU SEL knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player There are four accessory power outlets in the following locations below the CD slot inside the ce...

Страница 132: ...wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Oft...

Страница 133: ...Black plate 9 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 Instruments and Controls 5 9 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar ...

Страница 134: ...ions per minute rpm Fuel Gauge English Metric When the ignition is on the fuel gauge shows about how much fuel the vehicle has left in the fuel tank An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on The gauge will first indicate empty before the vehicle is out of fuel and the low fuel light comes on but the vehicle s fuel tank should be filled soon Here are some situ...

Страница 135: ...the engine is started this light and a chime come on and stay on for several seconds to remind drivers to fasten their safety belts The light also begins to flash This cycle repeats if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is already buckled neither the light nor chime comes on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light The passenger safety belt reminder light ...

Страница 136: ...stem on page 3 27 The airbag readiness light comes on and stays on for several seconds when the vehicle is started Then the light goes out WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To ...

Страница 137: ...ssenger sensing system See your dealer for service WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 12 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light The charging system li...

Страница 138: ...mission controls might not work as well the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance...

Страница 139: ...e cap properly installed should turn the light off Make sure the electrical system is not wet The system could be wet if the vehicle was driven through a deep puddle of water The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficient...

Страница 140: ...ently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Brake System Warning Light The vehicle br...

Страница 141: ...arning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If the ABS light comes on and stays on while driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Start the engine again to reset the system If the light stays on after driving at a sp...

Страница 142: ...tem on page 9 43 for more information StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off If the Traction Control System TCS is off wheel spin is not limited If the StabiliTrak system is off the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak system and the warning light turns off Check the DIC for applicable messages See Ride C...

Страница 143: ... comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A tire pressure message can accompany the light See Tire Messages on page 5 31 for more information Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and L...

Страница 144: ... oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem See your dealer Fuel Economy Light For vehicles with the fuel economy mode light it comes on when t...

Страница 145: ...uel is added to the fuel tank For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see Fuel System Messages on page 5 29 for more information Security Light This light comes on if there is a problem with the security system or if the vehicle has been tampered with For more information see Vehicle Security on page 2 12 High Beam On Light The high beam on light comes on when the high beam headlamps are...

Страница 146: ...s Driver Information Center DIC The vehicle may have a Driver Information Center DIC It displays information about the vehicle and warning messages if there is a system problem detected DIC messages display in the center of the instrument panel cluster See Vehicle Messages on page 5 26 for more information The vehicle may also have features that can be customized through the controls on the radio ...

Страница 147: ...l Range Average Fuel Economy Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed Timer Digital Speedometer Turn by Turn Blank Display Trip 1 and Trip 2 This display shows the current distance traveled in either kilometers km or miles mi since the last reset for the trip odometer The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing SET CLR while the trip odometer display is showing Fuel Range This displ...

Страница 148: ...imer press SET CLR while Timer is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on even if another display is being shown on the DIC The timer will record up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds 99 59 59 after which the display will return to zero ...

Страница 149: ... CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 28 The oil should be changed as soon as possible See Engine Oil on page 10 10 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 for more information Remember the Oil Life ...

Страница 150: ...t them grouped by subject in the following information Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice At the point that features are disabled this message is displayed I...

Страница 151: ... Close the door completely HOOD OPEN This message will display along with a hood open symbol when the hood is open Close the hood completely MANUALLY CLOSE THE POWER LIFTGATE This message will display if the power liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle After removing the obstructions the liftgate will resume normal power operation REAR ACCESS OPEN This message will display ...

Страница 152: ...n page 10 22 Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed When you change the engine oil be sure to reset the Oil Life System See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 14 and Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 22 for information on how to reset the system See Engine Oil on page 10 10 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 for more inform...

Страница 153: ...Messages ECO MODE ON On some models this message displays when the fuel economy mode has been turned on by pressing the eco button near the shift lever See Fuel Economy Mode on page 9 38 for more information FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel Refuel as soon as possible TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight Tighten the fuel cap Key...

Страница 154: ... for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the AWD system needs service See your dealer SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 41 SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system ...

Страница 155: ...sure Monitor System TPMS See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 56 for more information TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system is learning new tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 56 for more information TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle ti...

Страница 156: ...safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message is displayed when ice conditions are possible TURN WIPER CONTROL TO INTERMITTENT FIRST This message is displayed when attempting to adjust the intermittent wiper speed without intermittent selected on the wiper control See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Vehicle Personalization The audio system controls are used to ...

Страница 157: ...ol System Choose from the following blower speed settings High Increased speed Low Reduced speed Normal Moderate speed Press the MENU SELECT knob when Auto Fan Speed is highlighted Turn the knob to highlight High Normal or Low Press the knob to confirm the selection and go back to the last menu Air Conditioning Mode This will allow you to select whether or not the air conditioning comes on automat...

Страница 158: ...u to turn the easy exit seat feature on or off Press the MENU SELECT knob when Easy Exit Driver Seat is highlighted Turn the knob to select On or Off Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu Chime Volume This allows the selection of the chime volume level Press the MENU SELECT knob when Chime Volume is highlighted Turn the knob to select Normal or High Press the knob to confirm and g...

Страница 159: ...glish French Spanish Turn the MENU SELECT knob to select the language Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu Lighting Select the Lighting menu and the following will be displayed Vehicle Locator Lights Exit Lighting Vehicle Locator Lights This allows the vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off Press the MENU SELECT knob when Vehicle Locator Lights is highlighted to toggle bet...

Страница 160: ...oor Unlock is highlighted Turn the knob to select All Doors Driver Door or Off Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu Delayed Door Lock When on this feature will delay the locking of the doors If you want to override the delay you can press the power door lock on the instrument panel Press the MENU SELECT knob when Delayed Door Lock is highlighted Turn the knob to select On or Off ...

Страница 161: ... menu Memory Remote Recall This allows the Memory Remote Recall feature to be turned on or off When on this feature will recall the current driver s last seat outside mirrors upon unlocking the driver door with the RKE and opening that door The current driver is identified when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the driver door See Memory Remote Recall under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 fo...

Страница 162: ...Black plate 38 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 5 38 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES ...

Страница 163: ...ng 6 4 Battery Load Management 6 5 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lane change lever O Exterior Lamp Control Operates the exterior lamps Turn to one of the following positions O Off Turns the exterior lamps off AUTO Automatic Headlamps Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on the exterior light Parking Lamps Turns on th...

Страница 164: ...at a reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp band is in the automatic position The transmission is not in P Park The light sensor determines it is daytime The parking brake is released Fully functional Daytime Running Lamps DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada When the DRL are on the taillamps sidemarker instrument ...

Страница 165: ... when it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse see Fuses on page 10 39 for more information Fog Lamps For vehicles with fog lamps the control is located on the turn signal lane change lever Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or m...

Страница 166: ...door is opened On Turns the dome lamps on The dome lamps can also be turned on and off by pressing the buttons next to the lamps Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened For manual operation press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off Lighting Features Entry Lighting The dome lamp cargo lamp and foot l...

Страница 167: ... produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by bala...

Страница 168: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 6 6 Lighting 2 NOTES ...

Страница 169: ...ces Radio with CD 7 28 Auxiliary Devices Radio with CD DVD MEM 7 31 Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System 7 33 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 43 Phone Bluetooth Overview 7 46 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 7 47 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 7 51 Introduction Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system s features WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for exten...

Страница 170: ...engine noise at certain speeds Notice Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ign...

Страница 171: ...justs the volume B g SEEK Radio Seeks the previous station CD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track C RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening to the radio Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source D AUX Selects a connected external audio source E Buttons 1 to 6 Radio Saves and selects favorite stations ...

Страница 172: ...the radio J CD Slot Insert a CD K k CD Pauses the CD L CD Selects the CD player when listening to a different audio source M X CD Eject Removes a disc from the CD slot N l SEEK Radio Seeks the next station CD Selects the next track or fast forwards within a track O INFO Radio Shows available information about the current station CD Shows available information about the current track P 5 Opens the ...

Страница 173: ...B g SEEK Radio Seeks the previous station CD DVD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track MEM Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track C RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening to the radio Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source D MEM DVD AUX Selects MEM CD DVD USB or a connected front or rear auxillary audio source ...

Страница 174: ...the radio J CD DVD Slot Insert a disc K k Play Pause Radio Pauses time shifted content CD DVD Pauses CD DVD A and DVD V playback Stops DVD V playback MEM Pauses MEM playback L O REC CD DVD Records content from audio CDs and MP3 WMA CDs AUX Records content from USB mass storage devices M X CD Eject Removes a disc from the CD DVD slot N l SEEK Radio Seeks the next station CD DVD Selects the next tra...

Страница 175: ... wheel controls if equipped Turning the System On or Off VOL O Volume Power Press to turn the system on and off Automatic Switch Off If the infotainment system has been turned on after the ignition is turned off the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes Volume Control VOL O Volume Power Turn to adjust the volume 5 Mute For vehicles with OnStar press and hold 5 to mute the infotainmen...

Страница 176: ... Return from a submenu screen to the previous menu screen Delete the last character in a sequence Selecting a Menu Option 1 Turn the MENU SEL knob to move the highlighted bar 2 Press the MENU SEL button to select the highlighted option Submenus An arrow on the right hand edge of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options Activating a Setting 1 Turn the MENU SEL knob to highlight t...

Страница 177: ... the last character in the sequence or press and hold to delete the entire character sequence Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source To quickly reset an audio setting value to 0 1 Press the TONE button 2 Select the audio setting 3 Press and hold the MENU SEL button until the value changes to 0 Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Setti...

Страница 178: ...figure the number of available favorite pages 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Select Radio Settings 3 Select Radio Favorites 4 Select the number of available favorite pages 5 Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu Auto Volume The auto volume feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down so that the...

Страница 179: ...list l SEEK or g SEEK Press to search for stations Press and hold to fast forward and rewind time shifted data See Time Shifting Radio with CD DVD and MEM later in this section k Press to pause and resume time shifted data See Time Shifting Radio with CD DVD and MEM later in this section 1 to 6 Press to select preset stations RDS Radio Data System The radio may have RDS The RDS feature is availabl...

Страница 180: ...K or g SEEK to automatically search for the next available station If a station is not found the radio switches to a more sensitive search level If a station still is not found the frequency that was last active begins to play Manual Tuning Turn the MENU SEL knob to select the frequency on the display Favorites List 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Favorites List 3 Select the station Station Lis...

Страница 181: ...ite pages can be set Storing a Station as a Favorite To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard Retrieving Stations Press the FAV button to open a favorite page or to switch to another favorite page Briefly press one of the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve the station Time Shifting Radio with CD DVD and MEM The radio with MEM time shift fea...

Страница 182: ...e XM programming XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound If XM service needs to be reactivated the radio will display No Subscription Please Renew on channel XM1 A service fee is required to ...

Страница 183: ...annels can be selected by using g SEEK l SEEK the MENU SEL knob or the menu system Selecting a Channel Using g SEEK or l SEEK Radio with CD Press and release g SEEK or l SEEK to go to the previous or next channel Press and hold g SEEK or l SEEK to scroll through the previous or next channel until the channel is reached Selecting a Channel Using g SEEK or l SEEK Radio with CD DVD and MEM Press and ...

Страница 184: ...splays the time shift status bar The status bar shows the amount of content stored in the buffer and the current pause point To resume playback from the current pause point press k again The radio is no longer live but played from the time shift buffer A status bar displays below the channel number Press and hold g SEEK or l SEEK to fast forward or rewind through the time shift buffer Hold l SEEK ...

Страница 185: ...roperly No artist information is available at this time on this channel No Title Info The system is working properly No song title information is available at this time on this channel No CAT Info The system is working properly No category information is available at this time on this channel No Information The system is working properly No text or informational messages are available at this time...

Страница 186: ...cur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and out AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio XM Satellite Radio Se...

Страница 187: ...the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen Do not use disc lens cleaners because they could contaminate the lens of the disc optics and damage the CD player Notice If a label is added to a CD or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time or an attempt is made to play scratch...

Страница 188: ...rder Press the MENU SEL knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold l SEEK or g SEEK to fast forward or rewind within the current track Selecting an MP3 Track Using the control buttons Press g SEEK or l SEEK to select the previous or next track Turn the MENU SEL knob Using the CD Menu 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Playlists Folders 3 Select the playlist or fol...

Страница 189: ...Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD DVD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen Do not use disc lens cleaners because they could contaminate the lens of the disc optics and damage the CD DVD player Notice If a label is added to a CD or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time or an attempt is made to play scratched or ...

Страница 190: ...the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Tracks List 3 Select the track Pausing a CD or DVD A Track Press k to pause a CD or DVD A track Press k again to continue playing the track Playing CD or DVD A Tracks in Random Order Press the MENU SEL knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold l SEEK or g SEEK to fast forward or rewind within the current track Playing an MP3 CD or DVD F...

Страница 191: ...ob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles or Genres 4 Select the track The search rate increases if the menu MENU SEL knob is continuously turned while searching in a list Playing MP3 Tracks in Random Order Press the MENU SEL knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Recording an Audio or MP3 CD to MEM See Mass Storage Media MEM on page 7 24 for more information Playing a DVD V ...

Страница 192: ...ate the menu on a DVD V Disc while playing chapters Pause Play Chapter List Title List DVD DVD DVD AUX AUX DVD AUX AUX To navigate the menu 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select the action Mass Storage Media MEM Infotainment systems with MEM storage are able to record up to 1 1 GB gigabyte of music from Audio CDs MP3 WMA AAC discs and USB storage devices The MEM player can also time shift audio from ...

Страница 193: ...elect Record Current Song or Record All Songs on Disc If the track has started playing the system will restart the track and begin recording from the beginning of the track When the song recording is completed the message Song Recorded to MEM displays and there may be a slight pause Songs recorded to MEM are stored as the current date disc and track number Re recording a Previously Recorded Disc I...

Страница 194: ...Press the O REC button while recording from an MP3 WMA CD or USB storage device to display the stop recording option Select Stop Recording Song to MEM Deleting Tracks From MEM Individual tracks and all tracks can be deleted from MEM To delete individual tracks press and release the DEL button while the track is playing To delete all tracks from MEM press and hold the DEL button while a track is pl...

Страница 195: ... that MEM favorites category Replace the check mark to re add the removed category Saving MEM Tracks as Favorites Favorites can be saved by pressing and holding one of the 1 to 6 buttons Favorites can be stored according to the following list Playlist Adds the currently playing track to the playlist selected Artist Saves the artist associated with the currently playing track in the indicated favor...

Страница 196: ... Adjusting the Volume Turn the VOL O knob to adjust the volume of the infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device USB Port For vehicles with a USB port the following devices may be connected and controlled by the infotainment system iPods PlaysForSure Devices PFD USB Drives Zunes Not all iPods PFDs USB Drives and Zunes are compatible with the infotainment s...

Страница 197: ...g of the current track after the last track finishes Connecting and Controlling a PlaysForSure Device PFD or Zune Connecting a PFD or Zune Connect the PFD or Zune to the USB port Searching For a Track Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Podcasts Genres To search for tracks 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Podcast...

Страница 198: ...ormation stored on the disc Files that do not have any meta data stored in the ID3 tag display as Unknown Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Folder View This only displays if a playlist is found on the device To search for tracks 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres or Folder View 4 Select the track Sh...

Страница 199: ...on the device Adjusting the Volume Turn the VOL O knob to adjust the volume of the infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device USB Port The following devices may be connected to the USB port and controlled by the infotainment system iPods USB Mass Storage Devices Not all iPod s or USB Mass Storage Devices are compatible with the infotainment system Connecti...

Страница 200: ...les Genres Composers or Audiobooks 4 Select the track The search rate increases if the MENU SEL knob is continuously turned while searching in a list Connecting and Controlling a USB Drive Files that are not stored in folders are displayed in the root directory USB Connecting a USB Drive Connect the USB drive to the USB port Disconnecting a USB Drive A USB drive should be ejected from the USB port...

Страница 201: ...tracks 1 Press the MENU SEL knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Composers or Audiobooks 4 Select the track The search rate increases if the MENU SEL knob is continuously turned while searching in a list Recording Tracks to MEM See Mass Storage Media MEM on page 7 24 for more information Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System The vehicle may ...

Страница 202: ...Press and hold the radio power button for more than three seconds for Global Off to disable the RSE features On some infotainment systems the Global Off feature can be turned off by performing one of the following Press and hold the radio power button for more than three seconds Insert or eject any disc Insert a DVD video disc Press the Remote Control power button Press the MEM DVD AUX button or t...

Страница 203: ...l audio performance the headphones must be worn correctly Headphones should be worn with the headband over the top of the head for best audio reception The symbol L Left appears on the outside bottom edge of the ear cup and should be positioned on the left ear The symbol R Right appears on the outside bottom edge of the ear cup and should be positioned on the right ear Notice Do not store the head...

Страница 204: ...age from the auxiliary device can be switched between the video display screens To change the display 1 Press the AUX button on the remote control to change the source of both video screens from the DVD player to the auxiliary device 2 Press the AUX button a second time to change the left video screen source to the DVD player and the right video screen to the auxiliary device 3 Press the AUX butto...

Страница 205: ...e desired viewing position Push the video screen down into its locked position when it is not in use The screen turns off automatically Only the left RSE seatback console contains the infrared transmitters for the wireless headphones They may be visible as eight illuminated LEDs These LEDs are not on the right video screen Both seatback consoles contain an infrared receiver for the remote control ...

Страница 206: ...page 7 21 or the separate navigation system manual for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place Remote Control Buttons O Power Press to turn the video screens on and off P Illumination Pre...

Страница 207: ... track or chapter Press again to go to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews u Next Track Chapter Press to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews r Fast Reverse Press to quickly reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast r...

Страница 208: ... playing Clear If Available Press this button within three seconds after inputting a numeric selection to clear all numeric inputs 10 Double Digit Entries If Available Press this button to select chapter or track numbers greater than 9 Press this button before inputting the number 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numbered keypad provides the capability of direct chapter or track number selection Rep...

Страница 209: ... remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player resumes playing where the D...

Страница 210: ...r telephone towers or by using a cellular telephone in the vehicle Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L left and R right on the headphones Check that the headphones are positioned properly with the headband across the top of the head I lost the remote and or the headphones See your dealer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video ...

Страница 211: ...obal Position Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle Excludes the OnStar System Cleaning the RSE Seatback Console Use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water to clean the RSE seatback console surface Cleaning the Video Screen Use only a clean cloth dampened with clean w...

Страница 212: ...the front auxiliary input with the RSA SRCE button P Power Press to turn the RSA on or off Volume Turn to increase or decrease the volume of the wired headphones The left knob controls the left headphones and the right knob controls the right Use the volume control on headphones for wireless headphones SRCE Source Press to select between the radio CD and if these features are available DVD front o...

Страница 213: ...d press or to cursor up or down on the menu Hold or to cursor left or right on the menu PROG Program Press to go to the next preset radio station or channel set on the main radio If the front seat passengers are listening to the radio this function may be inactive on some radios When a CD or DVD audio disc is playing press PROG to go to the beginning of the disc or display disc info If the front s...

Страница 214: ...lls to confirm system information and to start voice recognition i Mute End Call Press to end a call reject a call or to cancel an operation Infotainment System Controls For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls see Operation on page 7 7 5 Phone Press to enter the Phone main menu Voice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the...

Страница 215: ...functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available Refer to the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information A Bluetooth phone with MP3 capability can not be connected to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time The pairing process can be started by using the voice recognition system or the con...

Страница 216: ... which phone is connected 7 The system responds with Phone name has been successfully paired after the pairing process is complete 8 Repeat Steps 1 through 7 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Select Phone Settings 3 Select Bluetooth 4 Select Device List Deleting a Paired Phone 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Select Phone Settings 3 Select Blu...

Страница 217: ... make a call using the Phone Book menu 1 Press 5 twice 2 Select Phone Book 3 You can search through the list by selecting the letter group the phone book entry begins with or press SELECT to scroll through the entire list of names numbers in the phone book 4 Select the name or number you want to call To make a call using the Call Lists menu 1 Press 5 twice 2 Select Call Lists 3 Select the Incoming...

Страница 218: ...epting a Call Press the MENU SELECT knob to Answer and press the MENU SELECT knob to accept the call Declining a Call Press the MENU SELECT knob to Decline and press the MENU SELECT knob to decline the call Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work Accepting a Call Press the MENU SELECT knob to Answer and press the MENU S...

Страница 219: ...e Press the MENU SELECT knob and select Mute Call Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The in vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system 1 Press the MENU SELECT knob and select Enter Number 2 Enter the character sequence See Entering a Character Sequence in Operation on page 7 7 for more information Bluetooth Voice Recognition Pairi...

Страница 220: ...e system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Pair The system responds with instructions and a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN The PIN will be used in Step 4 4 Start the pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle Reference t...

Страница 221: ...if a phone is connected to the vehicle Deleting a Paired Phone 1 Press b g For vehicles without a navigation system the system responds Ready followed by a tone For vehicles with a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Delete The system...

Страница 222: ...e name is now connected If another phone is not found the original phone remains connected Storing Name Tags The system can store up to 30 phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems The system uses the following commands to store and retrieve phone numbers Store Digit Store Directory Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone number to be stor...

Страница 223: ...umber The name tag is recorded and the system responds About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the name tag sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is stored After the number is stored the system returns to the main menu Using the Digit Store Command The digit store command allows a phone number to be stored by entering the digi...

Страница 224: ...tag is recorded and the system responds About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the name tag sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is stored After the number is stored the system returns to the main menu Using the Directory Command The directory command lists all of the name tags stored by the system To use the directory comma...

Страница 225: ... tag followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to be deleted The system responds Would you like to delete name tag Please say yes or no If the name tag is correct say Yes to delete the name tag The system responds with OK deleting name tag returning to the main menu If the name tag is incorrect say No The system responds with No OK let s try again please say the name tag Using the Delete All Name Tags...

Страница 226: ...s b g For vehicles without a navigation system the system responds Ready followed by a tone For vehicles with a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial The system responds Dial using phone name Number please followed by a tone 3 Say the entire number without pausing If the system recognizes the number i...

Страница 227: ...he digit it heard followed by a tone 4 Continue entering digits until the number to be dialed is complete After the whole number has been entered say Dial The system responds OK Dialing and dials the number If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system say Verify at any time Using the Call Comman...

Страница 228: ...th a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the tone say Hands Free The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Re dial The system responds Re dial using phone name and dials the last number called from the connected Bluetooth phone Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Receiving a Call When an incoming call is receive...

Страница 229: ... call Muting a Call During a call all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them To Mute a call 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Mute Call The system responds Call muted To Cancel Mute 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Mute Call The system responds Resuming ca...

Страница 230: ...hru Voice pass thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See the cell phone manufacturer s user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature To access contacts stored in the cell phone 1 Press b g For vehicles without a navigation system the system responds Ready followed by a tone For vehicles with a navigation system the system responds with a tone After the ...

Страница 231: ...ress b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Send name tag The system responds Say a name tag to send tones followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to send If the system recognizes the number it responds OK Sending name tag and the dial tones are sent and the call continues If the system does not recognize the name tag it responds Dial name tag please say yes or no followed by a tone ...

Страница 232: ...Black plate 64 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 7 64 Infotainment System 2 NOTES ...

Страница 233: ...ilter 8 6 Climate Control Systems The vehicle s heating cooling defrosting and ventilation can be controlled with this system A Fan Control B Air Delivery Mode Controls C Temperature Control D Outside Air E Defrost F Rear Window Defogger G Recirculation H Air Conditioning A Fan Control Turn to increase or decrease the fan speed Turn the knob completely to T to turn the fan off Temperature Control ...

Страница 234: ...outside temperature falls below freezing the air conditioning will not work h Recirculation Press to turn on the recirculation An indicator light comes on Air is recirculated inside the vehicle It helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering Outside Air Press to turn on the outside air An indicator light comes on Outside air is circulated througho...

Страница 235: ...mperature Control G Power H Driver and Passenger Heated Seats I Rear Window Defogger J Air Conditioning Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed air delivery air conditioning and recirculation to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected temperature When the AUTO indicator light is on the system is in full automatic operation To place the system in automatic mode 1 Press ...

Страница 236: ... windshield and floor outlets 0 Defrost Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets Selecting defrost disables the automatic mode For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning o...

Страница 237: ... previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle The front heated seats will turn on if it is cold outside The heated seat indicator lights do not come on during a remote start See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 Sensors The solar sensor located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat The climate control system uses the information to adjust the temp...

Страница 238: ...d by removing the entire glove box 1 Open the glove box completely and locate the stop tab on top of the glove box door 2 Push the stop tab upwards until the stop tab is under the instrument panel assembly and the glove box is released 3 Unsnap the tabs beneath the glove box that connects it to the bottom of the instrument panel assembly 4 Remove the glove box 5 Locate the service door for the pas...

Страница 239: ...Positions 9 28 Starting the Engine 9 30 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 31 Engine Coolant Heater 9 32 Shifting Into Park 9 32 Shifting Out of Park 9 33 Parking Over Things That Burn 9 34 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 34 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 35 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 35 Manual Mode 9 37 Fuel Economy Mode 9 38 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 38 Brakes Antilock...

Страница 240: ...ep in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt See Safety Belts on page 3 11 WARNING Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready In addition Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Continued WARNING Continued Driver d...

Страница 241: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver ...

Страница 242: ...the condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake The brakes might not have time to cool between hard stops The brakes will wear out m...

Страница 243: ...ring system does not require regular maintenance If you suspect steering system problems such as abnormally high steering effort for a prolonged period of time contact your dealer for service repairs Hydraulic Power Steering 3 0L V6 Engine If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the power steering system is not functioning the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effor...

Страница 244: ...a collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel on...

Страница 245: ...d too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin If the vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough the vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it ...

Страница 246: ...small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Off roading can be great fun but has some definite hazards The greatest of these is the terrain itself When off road driving traffic lanes are not marked curves are not banked and there are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill Avoid s...

Страница 247: ...rly Continued WARNING Continued Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle The heaviest...

Страница 248: ... to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Check to see if there are any blocked or closed roads It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle in case something happens to one of them For vehicles with a winch be sure to read the winch instructions In a remo...

Страница 249: ...nces can occur Surface Obstacles Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself Some things to consider Is the path ahead clear Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead Does the travel take you uphill or downhill Wi...

Страница 250: ... the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you might not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Consider this as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping Is there a straight path up or d...

Страница 251: ... vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a hill slow down and stay alert If the vehicle stalls or is about to stall and you cannot make it up the hill Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards and apply the parking brake If the engine is still running shift the transmission to R Reverse release the parking brake and slowly back down...

Страница 252: ...p is the downhill Will I be able to maintain vehicle control What is the surface like Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders What is at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely try to keep the vehicle headed straight down Use a low gear so engi...

Страница 253: ...too steep to drive across When going straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end But when driving across an incline the narrower track width the distance between the left and right wheels might not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Driving across an incline ...

Страница 254: ...ing in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand the wheels do not get good traction Acceleration is not as quick turning is more difficult and braking distances are longer It is best to use a low gear when in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud keep the vehicle moving so it does not get stuck When driving on sand wheel traction changes On loosely packed sand...

Страница 255: ...oo deep drive slowly through it At faster speeds water splashes on the ignition system and the vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water If the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When going through water remember that when the brakes get wet it might take longer to stop See Driving on Wet Roads on page 9 18 After Off Road Driving ...

Страница 256: ...h flowing water could cause your vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under the vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast e...

Страница 257: ...eep or long hills WARNING If you do not shift down the brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and t...

Страница 258: ... on page 9 39 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement Allow greater following distance on any slippery road and watch for slippery spots Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear Avoid sudden steering maneuvers a...

Страница 259: ...ap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO Carbon Monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm but be careful To save fuel run the en...

Страница 260: ...round the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible To prevent transmission wear wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forwar...

Страница 261: ...le s center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached near the door lock post The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions A and the maximum vehicle capacity weight B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire infla...

Страница 262: ... in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Con...

Страница 263: ...ght 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed th...

Страница 264: ...xles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on the front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh the vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out the load equally on both sides of the center line Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle If the vehicle is carrying a heavy load it should be s...

Страница 265: ...ing else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going WARNING Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle In the cargo area put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like...

Страница 266: ... above 110 km h 68 mph should be limited to five minutes per use Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 miles or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Driving Characteristics a...

Страница 267: ...2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to N Neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop shift to P Park and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF On vehicles with an automatic transmission the shift lever must be in P Park to turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 4 Set the parking brake...

Страница 268: ... Park if the vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to P Park only when the vehicle is stopped Starting Procedure 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as the engine warms Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gentl...

Страница 269: ... repeat the procedure This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Notice The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding elec...

Страница 270: ...jured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on se...

Страница 271: ...r cannot be moved out of P Park Torque Lock Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into P Park is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park To find out how see Shifting In...

Страница 272: ...g garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage Continued WARNING Continued The vehicle s exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sea...

Страница 273: ...NING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fai...

Страница 274: ... ON RUN If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever then push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting Out of Park on page 9 33 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmiss...

Страница 275: ...gear and vehicle speed The shift position indicator within the Driver Information Center DIC will display a number next to the M indicating the highest available gear under manual mode and the driving conditions when manual mode was selected To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever to M Manual Mode 2 Press the plus minus button on the shift lever to increase or decrease the gear range available ...

Страница 276: ...shift sooner and downshift later The torque converter clutch will apply sooner and stay on longer The gas pedal will be less sensitive The vehicle s computer will more aggressively shut off fuel to the engine under deceleration The engine idle speed will be lower Driving performance is more conservative Drive Systems All Wheel Drive Vehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four w...

Страница 277: ... rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a...

Страница 278: ...ht will be on and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 60 Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions This feature uses the stability system hydraulic b...

Страница 279: ...ing uphill and in R Reverse Ride Control Systems Traction Control System TCS The vehicle has a Traction Control System TCS that limits wheel spin On a front wheel drive vehicle the system operates if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction On an All Wheel Drive AWD vehicle the system will operate if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or ...

Страница 280: ...een turned off See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 30 TCS can be turned off by pressing and releasing g When TCS is turned off i comes on and the system will not limit wheel spin Driving should be adjusted accordingly Press and release g again to turn the system back on When TCS is turned off on AWD vehicles the system may still make noise This is normal and necessary with AWD hardware It m...

Страница 281: ...ontrol system activates the Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak light will flash on the instrument panel This also occurs when traction control is activated A noise may be heard or vibration may be felt in the brake pedal This is normal Continue to steer the vehicle in the intended direction If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak SERVICE STABILITRAK is displayed on the Driver Informat...

Страница 282: ...vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km h 25 mph If the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak system and begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control the cruise control automatically disengages See StabiliTrak System on page ...

Страница 283: ...desired 3 Press the thumbwheel and release it The desired set speed briefly appears in the Driver Information Center DIC display 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory Once the vehicle reaches about 40 km h 25 mph or mor...

Страница 284: ...lls you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to maintain the vehicle s speed When the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control To disengage cruise control step lightly on the brake pedal The indicator light will go off...

Страница 285: ...t speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps The interval between the beeps becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle When the distance is less than 30 cm 12 in the beeping is continuous for 5 seconds To be detected objects must be at least 20 cm 8 in off the ground and below taillamp level Objects must also be within 2 5 m 8 ft from the rear bumper Th...

Страница 286: ...s free of frost or ice A trailer was attached to the vehicle or an object was hanging out of the trunk during the last drive cycle Once the object is removed URPA will return to normal operation The vehicle s bumper is damaged Take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system Other conditions may affect system performance such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on ...

Страница 287: ...ears in the inside rearview mirror Once the driver shifts out of R Reverse the video image automatically disappears from the inside rearview mirror Turning the Rear Vision Camera System Off or On To turn off the RVC system press and hold z located on the inside rearview mirror until the left indicator light turns off The RVC display is now disabled To turn the RVC system on again press and hold z ...

Страница 288: ...Symbols Unavailable may display if URPA has been disabled and the symbols have been turned on See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 46 The symbols appear and may cover an object when viewing the navigation screen when an object is detected by the URPA system To turn the symbols on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the CONFIG button 3 Select Display 4 Select Rear Camera Options 5 Select Symbols ...

Страница 289: ...roblem persists see your dealer Rear Vision Camera Location The camera is located above the license plate The area displayed by the camera is limited It does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper and can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions The distance of the image that appears on the screen is different from the actual distance The following ...

Страница 290: ...in the rearview mirror may turn off or not appear as expected due to one of the following conditions If this occurs the left indicator light on the mirror will flash A slow flash may indicate a loss of video signal or no video signal present during the reverse cycle A fast flash may indicate that the display has been on for the maximum allowable time during a reverse cycle or the display has reach...

Страница 291: ... can be found at www toptiergas com Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 56 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 53 Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or high...

Страница 292: ...ifications but emission control system performance might be affected The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle might fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 14 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Fuels in...

Страница 293: ...otors It is available at your dealer Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area We recommend that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels Notice ...

Страница 294: ... fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85 At a minimum E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798 or CGSB Specification 3 512 Filling the tank with fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM or CGSB specifications can affect driveability and could cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on As the outside temperature approaches freezing ethanol fuel distributors should supply winter grade ethano...

Страница 295: ...y Filling the Tank WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unatten...

Страница 296: ...ny hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Do not top off or overfill the tank Wait a few seconds before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 86 WARNING If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area ...

Страница 297: ...ed WARNING Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for ...

Страница 298: ...lting repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Pull a trailer only if all the steps in this section have been followed Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle The vehicle can tow a trailer when equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment For trailering capacity see Trailer Towing following in this section Trailering changes handling acce...

Страница 299: ...maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 90 km h 55 mph to reduce wear on the vehicle For vehicles with the Ultra Rear Parking Assist URPA system turn the system off when towing a trailer If the tow bar is installed while not towing a trailer change the URPA system to the Tow Bar setting See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 46 for more information Driving with a Trailer Towing a traile...

Страница 300: ... left move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Notice Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle The vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When turning with a trailer make wider turns tha...

Страница 301: ... engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission in P Park for a few minutes before turning the engine off If the overheat warning comes on see Engine Overheating on page 10 22 Parking on Hills WARNING Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous If something goes wrong the rig could start to move People can be injured and both the vehicle and t...

Страница 302: ...d engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Inspect these before and during the trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating on page 10 22 Trailer Towing Before pulling a trailer there are three important considerat...

Страница 303: ...er Brakes GCWR L4 Engine FWD 680 kg 1 500 lbs 2 625 kg 5 787 lbs L4 Engine AWD 680 kg 1 500 lbs 2 700 kg 5 952 lbs V6 Engine FWD 1 588 kg 3 500 lbs 3 600 kg 7 937 lbs V6 Engine AWD 1 588 kg 3 500 lbs 3 700 kg 8 157 lbs For trailers without trailer brakes the maximum trailer weight is 454 kg 1 000 lbs See Towing Equipment on page 9 67 for more information The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is...

Страница 304: ... on page 9 22 If a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch is being used the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After loading the trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not adjustments might be made by moving some items around in the trailer Trailering may be limited by the ...

Страница 305: ...ame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed If there are seal the holes when the hitch is removed If the holes are not sealed dirt water and deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 9 34 Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the t...

Страница 306: ...e to help slow the vehicle TSC will not function if StabiliTrak is turned off Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from wo...

Страница 307: ...Power Steering Fluid 2 4L L4 Engine 10 23 Power Steering Fluid 3 0L V6 Engine 10 23 Washer Fluid 10 24 Brakes 10 25 Brake Fluid 10 26 Battery 10 27 All Wheel Drive 10 28 Starter Switch Check 10 29 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 29 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 30 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 30 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 31 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Ai...

Страница 308: ...2 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 64 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 64 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 66 Wheel Replacement 10 66 Tire Chains 10 67 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 68 Tire Changing 10 70 Compact Spare Tire 10 77 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 78 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 82 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 82 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 86 Interior Care 10 90 Floor Mats 10 92 ...

Страница 309: ...the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the ins...

Страница 310: ...g fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 13 This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Se...

Страница 311: ... to release the striker The lever is near the middle of the hood 3 Lift the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly 2 Lower the hood 30 cm 12 in above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary ...

Страница 312: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 4 L L4 Engine ...

Страница 313: ...ap See Engine Oil on page 10 10 E Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 25 F Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 40 G Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 78 H Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 78 I Battery on page 10 27 Out of View J Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 18 K Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See W...

Страница 314: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 10 8 Vehicle Care 3 0 L V6 Engine ...

Страница 315: ... Oil on page 10 10 D Engine Cover on page 10 10 E Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Engine Oil on page 10 10 F Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 25 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 40 H Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 78 I Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 78 J Battery on page 10 27 Out of View K Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure...

Страница 316: ...e Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life careful attention must be paid to engine oil Following these simple but important steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil...

Страница 317: ...Oil L4 Engine V6 Engine If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add one liter quart of the recommended oil and then recheck the level See Selecting the Right Engine Oil for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Notice Do not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable op...

Страница 318: ... viscosity grade Engine oils approved to the dexos specification will show the dexos symbol on the container Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty If you are unsure whether your oil is approved to the dexos specification ask your service provider Use of Substitute Engine Oils if dexos is unavailable In the event that...

Страница 319: ...ded for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good ha...

Страница 320: ...filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally the oil must be changed at 5 000 km 3 000 miles since the last oi...

Страница 321: ...13 13 Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect or replace the air cleaner filter at the sc...

Страница 322: ...ted properly in the air cleaner housing 2 Align the air cleaner housing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing 3 Install the air cleaner housing cover using the four screws WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and...

Страница 323: ...Cooling Fans Out of View B Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level...

Страница 324: ... engine Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is f...

Страница 325: ...an freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers into streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicl...

Страница 326: ...and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap WARNING Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous ...

Страница 327: ...ve it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the COLD FILL line 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until the upper radiator hose can be felt getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coo...

Страница 328: ...gine without coolant is not covered by the warranty If Steam is Coming from the Engine Compartment WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the h...

Страница 329: ...an be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it...

Страница 330: ...ipstick The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN line at room temperature If the fluid is on or below MIN line add fluid What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 Always use the proper fluid Notice Use of the incorrect fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Always use the correc...

Страница 331: ...sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditi...

Страница 332: ...ylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear When new linings are installed the fluid level goes back up A fluid leak in the brak...

Страница 333: ...er brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish ...

Страница 334: ...harger All Wheel Drive Transfer Case When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole located on the transfer case the vehicle ...

Страница 335: ...N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply...

Страница 336: ...ured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in...

Страница 337: ...installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield Front Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the front wiper blades 1 Lift the wiper arm from the windshield until no further movement is possible 2 Press the square button on the top side at the end of the wiper arm and pull the wiper blade out of...

Страница 338: ...er hand 3 Pull down on the wiper blade The blade will pull away from the arm 4 Place the wiper blade into the wiper arm aligning the blade attachment rivet with the arm attachment 5 Align the wiper blade with the arm and hold both ends of the arm while gently squeezing until the blade snaps into place Do not apply excessive force during this operation Reposition the blade in the arm and repeat if ...

Страница 339: ...y to the wall Should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface Should not have any snow ice or mud on it Should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being performed Should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 75 kg 160 lbs sitting on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated Headlamp aiming is done with t...

Страница 340: ...d or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly 8 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or...

Страница 341: ... procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam headlamp C Park Turn Signal Lamp D Side Marker Lamp To replace 1 Turn the tire to reach the access port cap located on front of wheel well cover A Screw B Access Port Cap 2 Remove screw A and turn access port cap B counterclockwise to remove ...

Страница 342: ... cap on headlamps 9 Reinstall the wheel well cover access port cap and secure by installing screw Fog Lamps To replace one of these bulbs 1 Locate the fog lamp assembly under the front facia 2 Disconnect the bulb socket from the electrical connector turn and pull out the bulb assembly 3 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket and push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it connects 4...

Страница 343: ... the two screw covers B from the taillamp assembly 3 Remove the two screws A securing the taillamp assembly 4 Pull taillamp assembly out of vehicle body 5 Disconnect the lamp wiring harness 6 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out 7 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 8 Install the new bulb 9 Push the bulb socket in and turn it clockwise 10 Reverse steps 2 through 5 to reinstal...

Страница 344: ...ly towards the right 3 Pull the lamp assembly down to remove from liftgate A Bulb Socket B Bulb C Lamp Assembly 4 Turn the bulb socket A counterclockwise to remove from lamp assembly C 5 Pull the bulb B straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install into lamp assembly 7 Turn the lamp assembly into the liftgate...

Страница 345: ...sed by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the...

Страница 346: ...d lift it straight up See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component Engine Compartment Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown J Case Fuses Usage 1 Cool Fan 1 2 Cool Fan 2 3 Brake Booster ...

Страница 347: ...ge 14 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 3 15 Power Windows Left 16 Antilock Brake System Module Mini Fuses Usage 17 Transmission Control Module Battery 18 Trailer Parking Light 19 AIR Pump Solenoid 20 Engine Control Module Battery 21 Canister Vent Mini Fuses Usage 22 Trailer Left Side If Equipped 23 Lift Gate Module 24 Power Lumbar 25 Trailer Right Side If Equipped 26 Rear Accessory Power Outlet 27 Memo...

Страница 348: ...og Lamps 41 Post Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor Mini Fuses Usage 42 Engine Control Module 43 Pre Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor 44 Transmission Control Module 45 Mirror 46 Chassis Control Module Ignition 47 Spare 48 Rear Drive Module 49 Lift Gate Module Logic Mini Fuses Usage 50 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Ignition 51 Heated Seat Front 52 Chassis Control Module 53 Engine Control Module 54 Re...

Страница 349: ...f Control 62 Air Conditioning Compressor Micro Relays Usage 63 Rear Defogger 64 Wiper Speed 65 Fog Lamp 66 Engine Control 67 Starter 68 Run Crank Mini Relays Usage 69 Cooling Fan High 70 AIR Pump Motor Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger side panel of the center console To access the fuses open the fuse panel door from the passenger side by pulli...

Страница 350: ...on The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Instrument Panel Fuse Block Mini Fuses Usage 1 Steering Wheel DM 2 Spare 3 Spare 4 Body Control Module 1 5 Infotainment 6 Body Control Module 7 7 Noise Control Module 8 Body Control Module 4 9 Radio 10 Special Equipment Order Battery 11 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Module 12 Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning...

Страница 351: ...er 22 Sensing and Diagnostic Module Ignition Mini Fuses Usage 23 Spare 24 Spare 25 Transmission Gear Shift Position Indicator 26 Spare 27 Spare 28 Spare 30 Body Control Module 3 31 Amplifier 32 Discrete Logic Ignition Switch 33 Communications Integration Module 34 Body Control Module 2 35 Sensing and Diagnostic Module Battery Mini Fuses Usage 36 Data Link Connection 37 Instrument Panel Cluster Bat...

Страница 352: ... pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Over inflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn or old tires can cause a crash ...

Страница 353: ...eria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety...

Страница 354: ...porary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 5 000 km 3 000 miles and should not be driven at speeds over 105 km h 65 mph The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat If your vehicle has a compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 10 77 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 68 C Tire Identific...

Страница 355: ...Designations Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size A Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire sectio...

Страница 356: ...oated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure...

Страница 357: ...which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multi...

Страница 358: ... sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 inch of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 61 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ra...

Страница 359: ...ehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the Ti...

Страница 360: ...r until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gauge Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to ...

Страница 361: ...or to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is il...

Страница 362: ...t inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed by the driver For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 22 The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the air pressure ...

Страница 363: ...taining the TPMS sensor The TPMS sensor matching process was started but not completed or not completed successfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the ...

Страница 364: ...match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Use the MENU button to select the Vehicle In...

Страница 365: ... OFF 12 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 13 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Tire Inspection We recommend that you regularly inspect the vehicle s tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Always remove the tires if any of the following statements a...

Страница 366: ...tern shown here Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 53 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 22 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 56 Make certain that all wheel nuts are...

Страница 367: ...10 60 for additional information The rubber in tires age over time This is also true for the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is not being used Multiple conditions affect how fast this aging takes place including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance Tires will typically need to be replaced due to wear before they may need to be replaced due to age Consult ...

Страница 368: ...nce ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 47 for additional information GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four This is because uniform...

Страница 369: ...or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type radial and bias belted tires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an ina...

Страница 370: ...ended for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 10 62 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can b...

Страница 371: ...e tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differ...

Страница 372: ... the vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle pulls to one side or the other the alignment should be checked If the vehicle vibrates when driving on a smooth road the tires and wh...

Страница 373: ...ot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains WARNING Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts Continued WARNING Contin...

Страница 374: ...ry bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your de...

Страница 375: ...hift a manual transmission to 1 First or R Reverse Continued WARNING Continued 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle...

Страница 376: ...wise and remove the spare tire 5 Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 68 for more information 2 For vehicles with wheel nut caps turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen and remove them Do not try to remove plastic caps from the cover or center cap 3 ...

Страница 377: ... lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Front Rear 6 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire The location is indicated by a mark on the bottom edge of the front and rear door plastic molding The jack must not be used in any other position Place the jack notch A under the frame rail seam B ...

Страница 378: ...ury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly inj...

Страница 379: ...e 10 73 9 Insert the other end of the jack handle into the wrench 10 Place the jack under the vehicle 11 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground ...

Страница 380: ...ust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 68 14 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 15 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface WARNING...

Страница 381: ... Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the wheel nut torque specification 18 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown 19 Lower the jack all the way and rem...

Страница 382: ...strike someone Store all these in the proper place To store the flat tire 1 Remove the cable package The cable is stored in a plastic bag under the compact spare tire 2 Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft if the vehicle has aluminum wheels 3 Put the flat tire in the rear storage area with the valve stem pointing toward the rear of the vehicle ...

Страница 383: ...e 9 Close the liftgate and make sure it is latched properly The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can Compact Spare Tire WARNING Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured Use only one compact spare tire at...

Страница 384: ...pact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire wheel and other parts of the vehicle Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains will not fit the compact spare Using them can damage the vehicle and can damage the chains too Do not...

Страница 385: ...ies are left on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect an...

Страница 386: ...cables should be in good working condition with no loose or missing insulation The vehicles could be damaged if they are not 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal ...

Страница 387: ...pairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper ...

Страница 388: ... vehicle such as behind a motor home The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing W...

Страница 389: ...e vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground 1 Position the vehicle that will be towed and secure it to the towing vehicle 2 Turn the ignition key to ON RUN 3 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 4 Turn the ignition key to ACC ACCESSORY 5 Turn all accessories off 6 To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed remove fuse 32 the Discrete Logic Ignition Switch ...

Страница 390: ...hree minutes before driving the vehicle Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission Be sure that the transmission fluid is at the proper level before towing with all four wheels on the ground Notice Do not tow a vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground if one of the front tires is a compact spare tire Towing with two different tire sizes on the front of the vehicle can...

Страница 391: ...eels on a dolly 2 Move the shift lever to P Park 3 Set the parking brake 4 Secure the vehicle to the dolly 5 Follow the dolly manufacturer s instructions for preparing the vehicle and dolly for towing 6 Release the parking brake Towing the Vehicle From the Rear Notice Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle t...

Страница 392: ...s such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging w...

Страница 393: ...ng and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes could cause water to enter the vehicle Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers excee...

Страница 394: ...m or chrome plated wheels Notice Never drive a vehicle that has aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes as this could cause damage The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Notice Driving the vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes could damage the aluminum or chrome...

Страница 395: ...epair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines fra...

Страница 396: ...cidental over spray from other surfaces immediately Notice Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on the vehicle could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger When cleaning the glass on the vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Cleaners can contain solvents that can become concentrated in the vehicles interior Before using cleaners read and adhere ...

Страница 397: ...ecomes soiled 4 Continue to gently rub the soiled area 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter If the locally cleaned area gives any imp...

Страница 398: ...e appearance and feel of the interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield an...

Страница 399: ...e with the pedals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat The driver side floor mat is held in place by two retainers 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remov...

Страница 400: ...Black plate 94 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 10 94 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES ...

Страница 401: ...scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel economy and reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality Because of all the different ways people use vehicles maintenance needs vary The vehicle might need more frequent checks and services Please read the inf...

Страница 402: ...f genuine parts from your dealer Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride handling and performance of the vehicle it is important that the first rotation service for new tires be performed Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 miles See Tire Rotation on page 10 60 Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 10 10 ...

Страница 403: ...10 53 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 59 Rotate tires if necessary See Tire Rotation on page 10 60 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs first A leak in any system must be repaired and the fluid level checked Engine air cleaner filter inspection See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 15 Brake system inspection or every 12 months whichever occurs first S...

Страница 404: ...Function Check on page 10 29 See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 30 See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 30 Accelerator pedal check for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Underbody flushing service Hood Decklid Liftgate Liftglass Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas strut if equipped for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open abi...

Страница 405: ...ace as needed An Emission Control Service The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals...

Страница 406: ...oper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 10 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 18 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88862806 in Canada 88862807 Windshield Washer Optikleen Washer Solvent Hydraulic Power Steering System V6 engines only DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Tra...

Страница 407: ...ada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Door and Folding Seat Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Power Liftgate Actuator Ball Joint Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM...

Страница 408: ...aler Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25899727 A3138C Engine Oil Filter 2 4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 3 0L V6 Engine 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 20901295 CF177 Spark Plugs 2 4L L4 Engine 12620540 41 108 3 0L V6 Engine 12622561 41 109 Wiper Blades Driver Side 60 cm 23 6 in 20794123 Passenger Side 42 5 cm 16 7 in 20794124 Rear 32 5 cm 12 8...

Страница 409: ...Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Страница 410: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 11 10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Страница 411: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Страница 412: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Страница 413: ...ndshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle s engine code Ser...

Страница 414: ...t R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 2 4L L4 Engine 7 8 L 8 2 qt 3 0L V6 Engine 10 2 L 10 8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 4L L4 Engine 4 7 L 5 0 qt 3 0L V6 Engine 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank 2 4L L4 Engine 71 1 L 18 8 gal 3 0L V6 Engine 79 1 L 20 9 gal ...

Страница 415: ... L 9 5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 15 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 4L L4 C Automatic 0 9 mm 0 035 in 3 0L V6 5 Automatic ...

Страница 416: ...Black plate 4 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 4L L4 Engine 3 0L V6 Engine ...

Страница 417: ...and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 15 Event Data Recorders 13 16 OnStar 13 17 Navigation System 13 17 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 17 Radio Frequency Statement 13 17 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to the dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle...

Страница 418: ...ith the new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretatio...

Страница 419: ...partial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o C...

Страница 420: ...ase contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0800 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0800 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are d...

Страница 421: ...w chevrolet com pages mds helpcenter faq do FAQ Contact Us My GM Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers...

Страница 422: ...Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Num...

Страница 423: ...e is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Chevrolet dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s...

Страница 424: ...e weeks for delivery Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance Must be over 250 kilometers from where your trip was started to qualify General Motors of Canada Limited requires pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair orders Once authorization has been received the Roadside Assistance advisor will help to make arrangements and explain how to receive payment Alternative...

Страница 425: ...rogram for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled W...

Страница 426: ...kept for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also...

Страница 427: ...parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain the vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collis...

Страница 428: ...pment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read the lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed...

Страница 429: ...y s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service ...

Страница 430: ... Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehic...

Страница 431: ... 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy This GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example the vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control en...

Страница 432: ...on trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and...

Страница 433: ...ogy is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal informat...

Страница 434: ...Black plate 18 1 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual 2011 13 18 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Страница 435: ... Where Are the Airbags 3 29 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 40 Passenger Status Indicator 5 12 Readiness Light 5 12 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 40 System Check 3 27 Alarm System Anti Theft 2 12 All Wheel Drive 10 28 9 38 AM FM Radio 7 11 Antenna Multi Band 7 18 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 12 Alarm System Messages 5 31 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 39 Warning Light 5 17 Appearance Ca...

Страница 436: ...Plate Lamps 10 38 Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Backup Lamps 10 36 Buying New Tires 10 62 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 54 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Camera Rear Vision 9 48 Canadian Vehicle Owners iv Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 34 Liftgate 2 8 2 9 Winter Driving 9 20 Cargo Cover 4 2 Tie Downs 4 2...

Страница 437: ...0 17 Engine Messages 5 27 Courtesy Transportation Program 13 9 Covers Cargo 4 2 Engine 10 10 Cruise Control 9 44 Light 5 22 Messages 5 27 Cupholders 4 1 Customer Assistance 13 4 Offices 13 3 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 13 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 11 Danger Warnings and Cautions v Data Recor...

Страница 438: ... 9 38 Electrical Equipment Add On 9 68 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 40 Fuses 10 39 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 43 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10 15 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 5 14 Compartment Overview 10 6 Coolant 10 18 Coolant Heater 9 32 Coolant Temperature Gauge 5 11 Engine cont Cooling System 10 17 Cooling System Messages 5 27 Cover 10 10 Drive Belt Routing 12 4...

Страница 439: ...tries 9 54 Gasoline Specifications 9 54 Gauge 5 10 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 21 Recommended 9 53 Requirements California 9 54 System Messages 5 29 Fuel Economy Mode 9 38 Fuses 10 39 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 40 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 43 G Gasoline Specifications 9 54 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 11 Fuel 5 10 Odometer 5 10 Gauges cont Speedometer 5 10 Tachometer 5 10 Warning Li...

Страница 440: ...roduction iii 7 1 J Jump Starting 10 78 K Key and Lock Messages 5 29 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 47 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 6 2 Dome 6 4 Exterior Controls 6 1 License Plate 10 38 Malfunction Indicator 5 14 On Reminder 5 22 Reading 6 4 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 20 LATCH System Replacing Parts After a Crash 3 57 Latch Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 ...

Страница 441: ...1 2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 14 Manual Mode 9 37 Mass Storage Media MEM 7 24 Memory Features 1 9 Messages Airbag System 5 30 Anti Theft Alarm System 5 31 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 26 Brake System 5 26 Compass 5 27 Door Ajar 5 27 Engine Cooling System 5 27 Messages cont Engine Oil 5 28 Engine Power 5 29 Fuel System 5 29 Key and Lock 5 29 Object Detection System 5 29 Ride Control System 5 3...

Страница 442: ...nment System 7 3 7 5 P Park Shifting Into 9 32 Shifting Out of 9 33 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 15 Parking Assist Ultrasonic 9 46 Brake 9 40 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 30 Over Things That Burn 9 34 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 12 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 6 Passenger Sensing System 3 35 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 32 Phone Bluetooth...

Страница 443: ...less Entry RKE System 2 3 Remote Vehicle Start 2 5 Replacement Bulbs 10 39 Replacement Parts Airbags 3 42 Maintenance 11 8 Replacing Airbag System 3 42 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash 3 57 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash 3 26 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 15 General Motors 13 15 U S Government 13 14 Restraints Where to Put 3 50 Retained Accessory Power...

Страница 444: ... 11 1 Parts Identification Label 12 1 Publications Ordering Information 13 13 Scheduling Appointments 13 9 Vehicle Messages 5 31 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 40 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 29 Shifting Into Park 9 32 Out of Park 9 33 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 10 36 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 3 Spare Tire Compact 10 77 Specifications and Capacities 12...

Страница 445: ...on 10 60 Sidewall Labeling 10 47 Terminology and Definitions 10 50 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 64 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 66 Wheel Replacement 10 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 61 Towing Driving Characteristics 9 60 Equipment 9 67 General Information 9 59 Recreational Vehicle 10 82 Trailer 9 64 Trailer Sway Control TSC 9 68 Vehicle 10 82 Traction Control System TCS 9 41 Contro...

Страница 446: ...tification Service Parts Identification Label 12 1 Ventilation Air 8 5 Visors 2 18 W Warning Brake System Light 5 16 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Warnings v Cautions and Danger v Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 24 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 66 Different Size 10 64 Replacement 10 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 61 Where to Put the Restraint 3 50 Windows 2 16 Power 2 17...

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