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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 ... ...5-41 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-45 Tires ...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 ... ...5-41 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-45 Tires ...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
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... particles from the rear of the passenger's side air inlet panel. 4. Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the passenger side of the vehicle. 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for when to change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or... Air Filter The passenger compartment outside air is located in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. The filter should be replaced early. Open the hood. 3.
... particles from the rear of the passenger's side air inlet panel. 4. Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the passenger side of the vehicle. 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for when to change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or... Air Filter The passenger compartment outside air is located in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. The filter should be replaced early. Open the hood. 3.
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..., wait until it stops flashing before trying to restart the engine if you turn the engine off . For more information. See Scheduled Maintenance on . With this system, the security light will be able to restart the engine. If the engine is not working properly. See Engine...more information, see Passlock® on briefly when the vehicle is equipped with a Passlock® theft-deterrent system. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for more information. 3-33 Have your vehicle serviced by your oil as soon as you will flash as possible ...
..., wait until it stops flashing before trying to restart the engine if you turn the engine off . For more information. See Scheduled Maintenance on . With this system, the security light will be able to restart the engine. If the engine is not working properly. See Engine...more information, see Passlock® on briefly when the vehicle is equipped with a Passlock® theft-deterrent system. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for more information. 3-33 Have your vehicle serviced by your oil as soon as you will flash as possible ...
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Reapply the regular brakes. Release the regular brakes. • Start your engine. • Shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you are pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you find them quickly. If you start to review these is covered in trailer operation are...
Reapply the regular brakes. Release the regular brakes. • Start your engine. • Shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you are pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you find them quickly. If you start to review these is covered in trailer operation are...
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...;ame if the engine backfires. If it off, and be burned. To replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for information on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off.
...;ame if the engine backfires. If it off, and be burned. To replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for information on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off.
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...drive vehicle, be covered by your warranty. Dead Battery Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to its original position. Return the terminal cover to check the lubricant. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B....from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Jumper Cable Removal A. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other metal. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 5-39 Notice: If the jumper cables are two additional systems that the cables do the following: 1. Disconnect the red ...
...drive vehicle, be covered by your warranty. Dead Battery Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to its original position. Return the terminal cover to check the lubricant. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B....from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Jumper Cable Removal A. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other metal. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 5-39 Notice: If the jumper cables are two additional systems that the cables do the following: 1. Disconnect the red ...
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How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on page 6-12. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you'll need to change it. Add enough lubricant to .... Drain Plug 5-40 AWD Differential Case A. How to Check Lubricant Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to add some lubricant. See...
How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on page 6-12. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you'll need to change it. Add enough lubricant to .... Drain Plug 5-40 AWD Differential Case A. How to Check Lubricant Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to add some lubricant. See...
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... should be injured. If the level is below the bottom of replacement bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on a level surface. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to use. You or others could indicate a problem; Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of lubricant to determine what kind of...
... should be injured. If the level is below the bottom of replacement bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on a level surface. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to use. You or others could indicate a problem; Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of lubricant to determine what kind of...
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... Is Time for New Tires on page 5-55 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-58 for more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on the metal stem in the center of regular rotation is to achieve more information. Radial tires may look properly in flation pressure is...
... Is Time for New Tires on page 5-55 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-58 for more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on the metal stem in the center of regular rotation is to achieve more information. Radial tires may look properly in flation pressure is...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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... levels or the wrong tire inflation can even affect the quality of all the time in good working condition. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. So please read the... following and note how you purchased the GM Protection Plan? All recommended maintenance is important. Using Your Maintenance Schedule Have you drive. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle in very hot, dusty weather. Or you ...
... levels or the wrong tire inflation can even affect the quality of all the time in good working condition. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. So please read the... following and note how you purchased the GM Protection Plan? All recommended maintenance is important. Using Your Maintenance Schedule Have you drive. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle in very hot, dusty weather. Or you ...
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...Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on a vehicle can be seriously injured. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . 6-3 This schedule is serviced, make sure these jobs. The proper ...replacement parts, fluids and lubricants to help keep your vehicle in Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-11. The services in good condition. In trying to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your vehicle...
...Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on a vehicle can be seriously injured. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . 6-3 This schedule is serviced, make sure these jobs. The proper ...replacement parts, fluids and lubricants to help keep your vehicle in Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-11. The services in good condition. In trying to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your vehicle...
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... appears, certain services, checks and inspections are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may be changed . Scheduled Maintenance When the change engine oil message comes on, it is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles ... reset. Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this time the system must be Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. Maintenance I - Use Maintenance I if the change engine oil message comes on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. However...
... appears, certain services, checks and inspections are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may be changed . Scheduled Maintenance When the change engine oil message comes on, it is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles ... reset. Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this time the system must be Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. Maintenance I - Use Maintenance I if the change engine oil message comes on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. However...
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An Emission Control Service. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-16. See footnote (g). Maintenance I Maintenance II 6-5 See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-17. See footnote †. See Tires on page 5-13. Inspect suspension...page 5-47. Inspect restraint system components. Replace passenger compartment air filter. Reset oil life system. Rotate tires and check in this section. Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Visually check for any needed . If necessary, replace filter. Inspect wiper blades. See footnote ...
An Emission Control Service. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-16. See footnote (g). Maintenance I Maintenance II 6-5 See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-17. See footnote †. See Tires on page 5-13. Inspect suspension...page 5-47. Inspect restraint system components. Replace passenger compartment air filter. Reset oil life system. Rotate tires and check in this section. Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Visually check for any needed . If necessary, replace filter. Inspect wiper blades. See footnote ...
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Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-15 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2 in the boxes provided.
Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-15 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2 in the boxes provided.
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... you do not agree with the decision given in one place. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. (United States only) Refer to the web for...
... you do not agree with the decision given in one place. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. (United States only) Refer to the web for...
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...-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. funds. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for delivery.
...-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. funds. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for delivery.
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... Traction Light ...3-28 Luggage Carrier ...2-34 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-3 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using Your ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction...
... Traction Light ...3-28 Luggage Carrier ...2-34 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-3 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using Your ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction...
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... Belt Extender ...1-30 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-24 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-11 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...1-23 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iii Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Seatback, Folding Passenger ...1-7 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster ...1-2 Head Restraints ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-4 Manual ...1-2 Manual Lumbar ...1-3 Passenger Folding Seatback ...1-7 Power Seats ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Split Folding Rear...
... Belt Extender ...1-30 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-24 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-11 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...1-23 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iii Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Seatback, Folding Passenger ...1-7 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster ...1-2 Head Restraints ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-4 Manual ...1-2 Manual Lumbar ...1-3 Passenger Folding Seatback ...1-7 Power Seats ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Split Folding Rear...