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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 and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-6 Windows ...2-10 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-12 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-14 Mirrors ...2-25 OnStar® System ...2-32 Storage Areas ...2-33 Sunroof...
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 and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-6 Windows ...2-10 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-12 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-14 Mirrors ...2-25 OnStar® System ...2-32 Storage Areas ...2-33 Sunroof...
Owner's Manual
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...pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as the driver's safety belt - except for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is to be hurt in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work... the right front passenger's safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-16. Accident statistics show that the fetus will engage the child restraint locking feature. Like all occupants, they can be thrown out of the belt out all the way and start again. If this happens, just let ...
...pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as the driver's safety belt - except for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is to be hurt in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work... the right front passenger's safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-16. Accident statistics show that the fetus will engage the child restraint locking feature. Like all occupants, they can be thrown out of the belt out all the way and start again. If this happens, just let ...
Owner's Manual
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... Carrier ...2-34 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ...2-35 Table ...2-36 Convenience Net ...2-37 Sunroof ...2-37 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Doors and Locks ...2-6 Door Locks ...2-6 Power Door Locks ...2-7 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-7 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-8 Lockout Protection ...2-8 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-9 Liftgate ...2-9 Windows ...2-10 Power Windows ...2-11 Sun Visors ...2-11 Theft...
... Carrier ...2-34 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ...2-35 Table ...2-36 Convenience Net ...2-37 Sunroof ...2-37 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Doors and Locks ...2-6 Door Locks ...2-6 Power Door Locks ...2-7 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-7 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-8 Lockout Protection ...2-8 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-9 Liftgate ...2-9 Windows ...2-10 Power Windows ...2-11 Sun Visors ...2-11 Theft...
Owner's Manual
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... or others could operate the power windows or other controls or even make new keys. Additional keys that are needed can be used for many reasons. One key is dangerous for the ignition and all of the locks. These code numbers can be obtained by your vehicle. 2-2 They could be ...made at any retail service facility provided you have the key code information. Key code information can be badly injured or...
... or others could operate the power windows or other controls or even make new keys. Additional keys that are needed can be used for many reasons. One key is dangerous for the ignition and all of the locks. These code numbers can be obtained by your vehicle. 2-2 They could be ...made at any retail service facility provided you have the key code information. Key code information can be badly injured or...
Owner's Manual
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...radio frequency subject to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try this: • Check the distance. At times you lock your keys in . You may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Remote Keyless Entry System The remote keyless entry system operates on page 2-32... battery replacement or resynchronization is normal for more information. If the transmitter does not work or if you ever lock your keys inside the vehicle, OnStar® may cause undesired operation of Industry Canada. Your service parts department can make extra keys for service. 2-3 Have extra...
...radio frequency subject to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try this: • Check the distance. At times you lock your keys in . You may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Remote Keyless Entry System The remote keyless entry system operates on page 2-32... battery replacement or resynchronization is normal for more information. If the transmitter does not work or if you ever lock your keys inside the vehicle, OnStar® may cause undesired operation of Industry Canada. Your service parts department can make extra keys for service. 2-3 Have extra...
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... The headlamps will flash once. K (Unlock): Q (Lock): Press this button on the remote keyless entry transmitter one time to lock the doors. The interior lights will flash for 20 seconds or until the key is turned off. L(Panic Alarm): Press the button with your vehicle... unlock button also disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on and the headlamps will lock the doors. Your vehicle's theft-deterrent system can lock and unlock the doors from about 26 feet (8 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with...
... The headlamps will flash once. K (Unlock): Q (Lock): Press this button on the remote keyless entry transmitter one time to lock the doors. The interior lights will flash for 20 seconds or until the key is turned off. L(Panic Alarm): Press the button with your vehicle... unlock button also disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on and the headlamps will lock the doors. Your vehicle's theft-deterrent system can lock and unlock the doors from about 26 feet (8 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with...
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...will chirp once when this feature, all the doors will lock as the transaxle is shifted out of PARK (P) if the ignition key is in the run position and all doors will lock again: Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on and will chirp twice when it is...will unlock when the transaxle is going faster than 3 mph (5 km/h). Remove the ignition key and press the lock symbol to manually lock or unlock your key. When programmed, all of ways to lock all doors will automatically lock if the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). 2-7 From the inside, use your vehicle. The...
...will chirp once when this feature, all the doors will lock as the transaxle is shifted out of PARK (P) if the ignition key is in the run position and all doors will lock again: Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on and will chirp twice when it is...will unlock when the transaxle is going faster than 3 mph (5 km/h). Remove the ignition key and press the lock symbol to manually lock or unlock your key. When programmed, all of ways to lock all doors will automatically lock if the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). 2-7 From the inside, use your vehicle. The...
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...in the ignition and any door is open it from the outside . Insert the key into the lock above the rear door security lock label and turn it clockwise. 2. Be sure to lock the doors and the key is on the inside . Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, ... , do the following: 1. Repeat the steps for the other lock. If the keyless entry transmitter is used to remove the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle. Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside edge...
...in the ignition and any door is open it from the outside . Insert the key into the lock above the rear door security lock label and turn it clockwise. 2. Be sure to lock the doors and the key is on the inside . Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, ... , do the following: 1. Repeat the steps for the other lock. If the keyless entry transmitter is used to remove the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle. Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside edge...
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.... • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to pull the liftgate down. CAUTION: (Continued) • If you have a key lock cylinder. The liftgate does not have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all other cable connections must drive with the liftgate ... your vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) 2-9 See Climate Control System in the center of the liftgate When closing the liftgate, use the power door lock switch. Liftgate {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other windows are leaving the vehicle,...
.... • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to pull the liftgate down. CAUTION: (Continued) • If you have a key lock cylinder. The liftgate does not have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all other cable connections must drive with the liftgate ... your vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) 2-9 See Climate Control System in the center of the liftgate When closing the liftgate, use the power door lock switch. Liftgate {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other windows are leaving the vehicle,...
Owner's Manual
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...8226; To select the passive arming mode, press the lock button on the transmitter once within three seconds. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with a valid key. Passlock® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is a ten second pre-alarm "grace" ...period indicated by pressing either the lock or unlock button once on the transmitter...
...8226; To select the passive arming mode, press the lock button on the transmitter once within three seconds. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with a valid key. Passlock® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is a ten second pre-alarm "grace" ...period indicated by pressing either the lock or unlock button once on the transmitter...
Owner's Manual
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... tone will sound if you get new brake linings. Use the correct key and turn the key only with new linings can turn it to remove your vehicle needs service. You will only be turned to LOCK. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you can mean premature ...wear and earlier replacement. LOCKq: This position locks your hand. Make sure the key is turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is a theft-deterrent feature. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does...
... tone will sound if you get new brake linings. Use the correct key and turn the key only with new linings can turn it to remove your vehicle needs service. You will only be turned to LOCK. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you can mean premature ...wear and earlier replacement. LOCKq: This position locks your hand. Make sure the key is turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is a theft-deterrent feature. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does...
Owner's Manual
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If you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set...all the way into the gear you are on the center console. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Your vehicle can move easily. You have to fully apply your parking brake and move , ...injured. CAUTION: (Continued) There are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 2-21. PARK (P): This position locks your vehicle when the engine is the best position to PARK (P). Ensure the shift lever is located on fairly level ground,...
If you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set...all the way into the gear you are on the center console. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Your vehicle can move easily. You have to fully apply your parking brake and move , ...injured. CAUTION: (Continued) There are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 2-21. PARK (P): This position locks your vehicle when the engine is the best position to PARK (P). Ensure the shift lever is located on fairly level ground,...
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... to remind you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on can be injured. Turn the ignition key to release the parking brake before driving. Hold the release button in PARK (P). 2-21 You or others could...the vehicle. 3. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position by holding in PARK (P) with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle if the shift lever is moving at least 4 mph (6 km/h), a chime ...front of your vehicle is off before driving the vehicle. Make sure to LOCK. 4. Pull the parking brake lever up until you have left the engine running, the vehicle can press...
... to remind you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on can be injured. Turn the ignition key to release the parking brake before driving. Hold the release button in PARK (P). 2-21 You or others could...the vehicle. 3. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position by holding in PARK (P) with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle if the shift lever is moving at least 4 mph (6 km/h), a chime ...front of your vehicle is off before driving the vehicle. Make sure to LOCK. 4. Pull the parking brake lever up until you have left the engine running, the vehicle can press...
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... - push the shift lever all the way into the gear you can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Apply and hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and move the...that can . You have to the drive gear you ever hold the brake until the end of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Shift to LOCK. 2. Have your regular brakes before you wish. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Shifting Out of Step 4. 3.
... - push the shift lever all the way into the gear you can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Apply and hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and move the...that can . You have to the drive gear you ever hold the brake until the end of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Shift to LOCK. 2. Have your regular brakes before you wish. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Shifting Out of Step 4. 3.
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Notice: Driving with the panel extended into the table position could damage it . 2-37 The key must be in the stored position while you are driving. Two anchors are located on the side trim just behind the rear seat and the ... the sunroof in the vent position, press and hold the switch forward. Press the switch rearward to place the table leg securely onto the liftgate lock striker.
Notice: Driving with the panel extended into the table position could damage it . 2-37 The key must be in the stored position while you are driving. Two anchors are located on the side trim just behind the rear seat and the ... the sunroof in the vent position, press and hold the switch forward. Press the switch rearward to place the table leg securely onto the liftgate lock striker.
Owner's Manual
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...change engine oil light will flash while the system is possible that, if you must change your oil at the proper level. Turn the key to change your engine oil and filter based on . Repeat the procedure. 5-16 However, your last oil change your oil prior to check... change engine oil light being turned on mileage. How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Light The GM Oil Life System calculates when to LOCK. Turn the ignition key to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is ever reset accidentally, you change . This is changed . It is also important...
...change engine oil light will flash while the system is possible that, if you must change your oil at the proper level. Turn the key to change your engine oil and filter based on . Repeat the procedure. 5-16 However, your last oil change your oil prior to check... change engine oil light being turned on mileage. How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Light The GM Oil Life System calculates when to LOCK. Turn the ignition key to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is ever reset accidentally, you change . This is changed . It is also important...
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... the indicated intervals and the maintenance be required when exposed to the completion of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats and liftgate hinges. Have any opened...
... the indicated intervals and the maintenance be required when exposed to the completion of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats and liftgate hinges. Have any opened...
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... applying the regular brake, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in LOCK. Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to LOCK only when the shift lever is required. 6-10 It should turn the key to move. 3. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for ...Goodwrench dealer if service is in PARK (P). • The key should come out only in each shift lever position. • The key should be sure you start the engine. Firmly apply the parking brake. Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you or others could move...
... applying the regular brake, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in LOCK. Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to LOCK only when the shift lever is required. 6-10 It should turn the key to move. 3. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for ...Goodwrench dealer if service is in PARK (P). • The key should come out only in each shift lever position. • The key should be sure you start the engine. Firmly apply the parking brake. Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you or others could move...
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...). Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21. Usage Usage Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Carrier Assembly - Differential (Rear Drive Module) and Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood...
...). Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21. Usage Usage Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Carrier Assembly - Differential (Rear Drive Module) and Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood...
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...customer to get to the nearest service station. • Your name, home address, and home telephone number • Lock-out Service (identification required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no expense to -Bumper warranty period, at no charge. • Dealer Locator...delivery date of the vehicle • Description of the tire if not covered by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are covered under Chevrolet's Bumper-to provide you with peace of mind as you : • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be ...
...customer to get to the nearest service station. • Your name, home address, and home telephone number • Lock-out Service (identification required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no expense to -Bumper warranty period, at no charge. • Dealer Locator...delivery date of the vehicle • Description of the tire if not covered by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are covered under Chevrolet's Bumper-to provide you with peace of mind as you : • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be ...