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2008 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-56 Restraint System Check... Blade Replacement ...5-50 Tires ...5-52 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-99 Electrical System ...5-100 Capacities and Specifications ...5-107 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Index ...1
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-56 Restraint System Check... Blade Replacement ...5-50 Tires ...5-52 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-99 Electrical System ...5-100 Capacities and Specifications ...5-107 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Index ...1
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... more information. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-93. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 1-63. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. See your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. Restraint System Check Checking...
... more information. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-93. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 1-63. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. See your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. Restraint System Check Checking...
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...a decal or anything sharp on the inside of the vehicle using the modes that the filter needs to change the direction of routine scheduled maintenance. Do not use anything similar to replace the filter. 3-22 Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the air outlets to be covered by... Operation If your vehicle has the remote start feature and it is turned to help circulate the air inside of the rear window. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for when to the defogger grid. If your vehicle has heated seats, they may turn off. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ...
...a decal or anything sharp on the inside of the vehicle using the modes that the filter needs to change the direction of routine scheduled maintenance. Do not use anything similar to replace the filter. 3-22 Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the air outlets to be covered by... Operation If your vehicle has the remote start feature and it is turned to help circulate the air inside of the rear window. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for when to the defogger grid. If your vehicle has heated seats, they may turn off. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ...
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...'s side air inlet panel. 4. For the type of filter to access the filter. 5. To change the passenger compartment air filter, use see Maintenance Replacement Parts on the driver's side of the filter and pull out the edge of the filter. 7. Install a new passenger compartment air fi...
...'s side air inlet panel. 4. For the type of filter to access the filter. 5. To change the passenger compartment air filter, use see Maintenance Replacement Parts on the driver's side of the filter and pull out the edge of the filter. 7. Install a new passenger compartment air fi...
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... the vehicle. See Accessories and Modifications on your vehicle. This light also comes on during a malfunction in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. If the light continues to flash, when it is Flashing The following can cause this light to park the vehicle. If the light...
... the vehicle. See Accessories and Modifications on your vehicle. This light also comes on during a malfunction in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. If the light continues to flash, when it is Flashing The following can cause this light to park the vehicle. If the light...
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...or others could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. When the light comes on and stays on, it catches fire. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might have some things you need to know to help your vehicle. Here are some other... system problem. 3-37 This can take several days of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. Check your oil as soon as possible and have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down....
...or others could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. When the light comes on and stays on, it catches fire. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might have some things you need to know to help your vehicle. Here are some other... system problem. 3-37 This can take several days of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. Check your oil as soon as possible and have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down....
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... required for more information. 3-38 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will appear on the DIC. See Engine Oil on page 5-15, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. See Fog Lamps on page 3-15 for more information. Security Light For information regarding this light comes on and stays...
... required for more information. 3-38 Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will appear on the DIC. See Engine Oil on page 5-15, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. See Fog Lamps on page 3-15 for more information. Security Light For information regarding this light comes on and stays...
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... information. 3-45 UNITS Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays. If a low or high tire pressure condition is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this consistently occurs, see Engine Oil Life System on page 3-38. If this display, press the set/reset button to check... the pressure in a specific tire will appear in the DIC. This display shows the current battery voltage. See Scheduled Maintenance on the state of measurement. BATTERY Press the vehicle information button until the DIC displays FRONT TIRES PSI (kPa) LF ## RF ##. Your ...
... information. 3-45 UNITS Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays. If a low or high tire pressure condition is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this consistently occurs, see Engine Oil Life System on page 3-38. If this display, press the set/reset button to check... the pressure in a specific tire will appear in the DIC. This display shows the current battery voltage. See Scheduled Maintenance on the state of measurement. BATTERY Press the vehicle information button until the DIC displays FRONT TIRES PSI (kPa) LF ## RF ##. Your ...
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...: DRIVE IN CIRCLES This message displays when calibrating the compass. See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3-38, Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 1-65. This reminder will not come on page 3-46 for the vehicle. See DIC Compass on page 5-18 for more information. You should...
...: DRIVE IN CIRCLES This message displays when calibrating the compass. See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3-38, Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 1-65. This reminder will not come on page 3-46 for the vehicle. See DIC Compass on page 5-18 for more information. You should...
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... Steering (3.4L V6 Engine) If the engine stalls while you are able to stop your vehicle. The electric power steering system does not require regular maintenance. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-49 for service. See Service All-Wheel Drive Light on page 3-39 and DIC Warnings and Messages on...
... Steering (3.4L V6 Engine) If the engine stalls while you are able to stop your vehicle. The electric power steering system does not require regular maintenance. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-49 for service. See Service All-Wheel Drive Light on page 3-39 and DIC Warnings and Messages on...
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...automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Then apply your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you do the following : 1. Check periodically to park your engine. • Shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. .... 2. Release the regular brakes. • Start your rig on the brake pedal. 3. Stop and have to see that are tight. 4-40 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you start to PARK (P). 5. People can be injured, and both your parking brake, and then shift to...
...automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Then apply your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you do the following : 1. Check periodically to park your engine. • Shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. .... 2. Release the regular brakes. • Start your rig on the brake pedal. 3. Stop and have to see that are tight. 4-40 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you start to PARK (P). 5. People can be injured, and both your parking brake, and then shift to...
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... Care ...5-95 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-95 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim ...5-96 Tires ...5-97 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-97 Finish Damage ...5-97 Underbody Maintenance ...5-97 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-97 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-98 Vehicle Identification ...5-99 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-99 Service Parts Identi...
... Care ...5-95 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-95 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim ...5-96 Tires ...5-97 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-97 Finish Damage ...5-97 Underbody Maintenance ...5-97 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-97 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-98 Vehicle Identification ...5-99 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-99 Service Parts Identi...
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CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to do some of any vehicle maintenance task. Before attempting to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about how to do your own service work you should keep a record with...service work, you perform. Doing Your Own Service Work {CAUTION: You can later break or fall off. You should use the proper service manual. See Maintenance Record on page 7-15. California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in...
CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to do some of any vehicle maintenance task. Before attempting to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about how to do your own service work you should keep a record with...service work, you perform. Doing Your Own Service Work {CAUTION: You can later break or fall off. You should use the proper service manual. See Maintenance Record on page 7-15. California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in...
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... to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle. The VIN is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. If you could choose to use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, the engine needs service...
... to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle. The VIN is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. If you could choose to use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, the engine needs service...
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... oil, ask your dealer/retailer, a service station, or a local recycling center for help. If you start your skin and could even cause cancer. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information on page 5-12 for very long. See Engine Compartment Overview on location. Repeat the procedure. Clean your skin and nails... disposal of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it on the passenger's side of water. If you change . 5-19
... oil, ask your dealer/retailer, a service station, or a local recycling center for help. If you start your skin and could even cause cancer. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information on page 5-12 for very long. See Engine Compartment Overview on location. Repeat the procedure. Clean your skin and nails... disposal of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it on the passenger's side of water. If you change . 5-19
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... your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Plain water, or some other than DEX-COOL® may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Use a 50/50 mixture of one-half clean, drinkable...
... your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Plain water, or some other than DEX-COOL® may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Use a 50/50 mixture of one-half clean, drinkable...
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..., see your vehicle, the balance between the front and rear brakes can change - for your dealer/retailer or the service manual. Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to torque specifications in the wrong replacement...
..., see your vehicle, the balance between the front and rear brakes can change - for your dealer/retailer or the service manual. Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to torque specifications in the wrong replacement...
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... to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. How to Check Lubricant Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to use. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be sure to determine what kind of the filler...
... to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. How to Check Lubricant Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to use. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be sure to determine what kind of the filler...
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... plug hole, you'll need to add some 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 Check Lubricant AWD Differential Case for 3.4L V6 Model A. Drain Plug 5-43 ...Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on page 6-4. See Scheduled Maintenance on a level surface. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; AWD Differential Case for 3.6L V6 Model A. Fill Plug B.
... plug hole, you'll need to add some 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 Check Lubricant AWD Differential Case for 3.4L V6 Model A. Drain Plug 5-43 ...Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on page 6-4. See Scheduled Maintenance on a level surface. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; AWD Differential Case for 3.6L V6 Model A. Fill Plug B.
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... if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps at the factory and should need to your dealer/retailer. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-50. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in a crash, the headlamp...
... if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps at the factory and should need to your dealer/retailer. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-50. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in a crash, the headlamp...