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2005 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-11 Child Restraints ...1-31 Air Bag System ...1-52 Restraint System Check ...1-62 Features ... ...5-47 Appearance Care ...5-72 Vehicle Identification ...5-79 Electrical System ...5-80 Capacities and Specifications ...5-84 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Index ...1
2005 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-11 Child Restraints ...1-31 Air Bag System ...1-52 Restraint System Check ...1-62 Features ... ...5-47 Appearance Care ...5-72 Vehicle Identification ...5-79 Electrical System ...5-80 Capacities and Specifications ...5-84 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Index ...1
Owner's Manual
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...be there if you ever need it while you learn about the features and controls for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in the owner manual to operate this manual in the vehicle....road. Canadian Owners A French language copy of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it can be obtained from your dealer or from beginning to make changes after...Pictures and words work together in this manual can help you are registered trademarks and the name EQUINOX is done, it was printed. If this is a trademark of this manual. How to ...
...be there if you ever need it while you learn about the features and controls for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in the owner manual to operate this manual in the vehicle....road. Canadian Owners A French language copy of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it can be obtained from your dealer or from beginning to make changes after...Pictures and words work together in this manual can help you are registered trademarks and the name EQUINOX is done, it was printed. If this is a trademark of this manual. How to ...
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... in the manual, and the page number where it in this book. Then we tell you or other people. Index A good place to quickly locate information about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could be found. It is...
... in the manual, and the page number where it in this book. Then we tell you or other people. Index A good place to quickly locate information about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could be found. It is...
Owner's Manual
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...;nd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that can damage the vehicle. There are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to help figuring out a specific name of text. If you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different...
...;nd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that can damage the vehicle. There are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to help figuring out a specific name of text. If you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different...
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This could cause severe injury or even death. For more information, see "Where Are the airbags?" and "Loading Your Vehicle," in flate. Remove or secure all items before driving. 1-8 Pull up on the seat to ...
This could cause severe injury or even death. For more information, see "Where Are the airbags?" and "Loading Your Vehicle," in flate. Remove or secure all items before driving. 1-8 Pull up on the seat to ...
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... for malfunctions. The system checks the air bag electrical system for young children and infants. The light tells you if there is designed for more information. 1-54 {CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it in your vehicle. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor...
... for malfunctions. The system checks the air bag electrical system for young children and infants. The light tells you if there is designed for more information. 1-54 {CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it in your vehicle. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor...
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... the parklamps on and off when the air bags inflate (if battery power is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See your air bag system. You may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. • Air bags are designed...
... the parklamps on and off when the air bags inflate (if battery power is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See your air bag system. You may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. • Air bags are designed...
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... all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are air bag system parts in a crash. Your Saturn retailer and the Saturn Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job... while someone is qualified to do not need regular maintenance.) {CAUTION: For up to in flates. If you see Service Publications Ordering Information on your vehicle. They can still inflate during improper service.
... all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are air bag system parts in a crash. Your Saturn retailer and the Saturn Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job... while someone is qualified to do not need regular maintenance.) {CAUTION: For up to in flates. If you see Service Publications Ordering Information on your vehicle. They can still inflate during improper service.
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... badly injured or even killed. Additional keys that are needed can be made at any retail service facility provided you have the key code information. Store this information in a safe place, but not in your dealer. One key is dangerous for the ignition and all of the locks. Do not leave the... could be used for many reasons. The children or others could operate the power windows or other controls or even make new keys. Key code information can be obtained by your vehicle. 2-2
... badly injured or even killed. Additional keys that are needed can be made at any retail service facility provided you have the key code information. Store this information in a safe place, but not in your dealer. One key is dangerous for the ignition and all of the locks. Do not leave the... could be used for many reasons. The children or others could operate the power windows or other controls or even make new keys. Key code information can be obtained by your vehicle. 2-2
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... your vehicle, you may cause undesired operation of Industry Canada. Remote Keyless Entry System The remote keyless entry system operates on page 2-32 for more information. Operation is subject to use this : • Check the distance. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility...
... your vehicle, you may cause undesired operation of Industry Canada. Remote Keyless Entry System The remote keyless entry system operates on page 2-32 for more information. Operation is subject to use this : • Check the distance. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility...
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... transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 1. Notice: When replacing the battery, use , the battery in any of the transmitter. See "Resynchronization" for more information. 2-5 Each vehicle can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work , try synchronizing your transmitter with you when you have a maximum of four...
... transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 1. Notice: When replacing the battery, use , the battery in any of the transmitter. See "Resynchronization" for more information. 2-5 Each vehicle can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work , try synchronizing your transmitter with you when you have a maximum of four...
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... page 4-39 for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for more information. 2-14 If it to force the key from the ignition. • Do not drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first...
... page 4-39 for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for more information. 2-14 If it to force the key from the ignition. • Do not drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first...
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A light near the on/off . To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius: 1. For more information, see OnStar® System on each time the ignition is turned on page 2-32. Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is started. ... displayed for an extended period of inactivity, the new unit will both appear in the upper right corner of measurement. Press the on . For more information about six seconds to manually turn the compass/temperature display on or off button will return. Press and hold the on/off button for about...
A light near the on/off . To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius: 1. For more information, see OnStar® System on each time the ignition is turned on page 2-32. Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is started. ... displayed for an extended period of inactivity, the new unit will both appear in the upper right corner of measurement. Press the on . For more information about six seconds to manually turn the compass/temperature display on or off button will return. Press and hold the on/off button for about...
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...Service Agreement can upgrade or extend your OnStar® service plan to meet your needs. OnStar® Services One of safety, security, information, and convenience services. A complete OnStar® user's guide and the terms and conditions of Air Bag Deployment • Emergency Services...® Subscription Service Agreement are also required for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with OnStar®. For more information, visit www.onstar.com, contact OnStar® at www.onstar.com. OnStar® System A completed Subscription Service Agreement is normally...
...Service Agreement can upgrade or extend your OnStar® service plan to meet your needs. OnStar® Services One of safety, security, information, and convenience services. A complete OnStar® user's guide and the terms and conditions of Air Bag Deployment • Emergency Services...® Subscription Service Agreement are also required for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with OnStar®. For more information, visit www.onstar.com, contact OnStar® at www.onstar.com. OnStar® System A completed Subscription Service Agreement is normally...
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...storage area. Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may have a center console armrest with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges. Customize your information profile at the rear of OnStar® Personal Calling that 's integrated into your area, news and sports updates, stock quotes, .... OnStar Personal Calling As an OnStar® subscriber, the Personal Calling capability is there for your vehicle. To find out more information. Use the lever on the front of the console to open the glove box, pull the handle to your e-mail through your hand-held...
...storage area. Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may have a center console armrest with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges. Customize your information profile at the rear of OnStar® Personal Calling that 's integrated into your area, news and sports updates, stock quotes, .... OnStar Personal Calling As an OnStar® subscriber, the Personal Calling capability is there for your vehicle. To find out more information. Use the lever on the front of the console to open the glove box, pull the handle to your e-mail through your hand-held...
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... of the rear door to make sure the luggage carrier crossrails are locked and cargo is still securely fastened. Slide the panel forward. 3. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on the back of cargo as you're driving, check now and then to reduce wind...
... of the rear door to make sure the luggage carrier crossrails are locked and cargo is still securely fastened. Slide the panel forward. 3. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on the back of cargo as you're driving, check now and then to reduce wind...
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.... 2. You or others could be injured. Press down and pull rearward on the adjustable panel when it is in place. The maximum load for more information. {CAUTION: If you need additional space above the panel. Slide the panel forward. 3. Insert the front corners of the table and rotate leg outward. 3. When...
.... 2. You or others could be injured. Press down and pull rearward on the adjustable panel when it is in place. The maximum load for more information. {CAUTION: If you need additional space above the panel. Slide the panel forward. 3. Insert the front corners of the table and rotate leg outward. 3. When...
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... is heating. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other components from the plug because the power outlets are designed for additional information on the accessory power outlet. Never put papers or other flammable items in while it or keep other smoking materials could be sure to...
... is heating. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other components from the plug because the power outlets are designed for additional information on the accessory power outlet. Never put papers or other flammable items in while it or keep other smoking materials could be sure to...
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... fully. United States Canada The brake light is divided into two parts. Have your parking brake. This light should come on page 5-32 for more information. The light will be ready to indicate a low brake fluid level. The brake light will also sound if the parking brake is not fully...
... fully. United States Canada The brake light is divided into two parts. Have your parking brake. This light should come on page 5-32 for more information. The light will be ready to indicate a low brake fluid level. The brake light will also sound if the parking brake is not fully...
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... come on. 3-28 This light should go off. The warning light should also come on . See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-10 for more information. • For vehicles equipped with the traction control system and front-wheel drive, this light will come on and stay on if you start your...
... come on. 3-28 This light should go off. The warning light should also come on . See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-10 for more information. • For vehicles equipped with the traction control system and front-wheel drive, this light will come on and stay on if you start your...