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Question posted by JiCapir on August 24th, 2013

Equinox Check Engine Light Stays When Cold Outside

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Owner's Manual - Page 8

...transmitter, the heated seats may automatically turn the heated seat on if it is cold outside. One indicator light will be lit. The ignition must be lit. When the key is inserted ... to increase or decrease the lumbar support. To turn the heated seat off . Both indicator lights will be on page 2-5. Heated Seats If your vehicle has heated seats, the switches are located ...
Owner's Manual - Page 77

... in this section. To help make sure your restraint systems are driving. If your airbag readiness light stays on after a crash, have them inspected and any crash may have been stressed or damaged.... 1-73 After a very minor crash, nothing may be necessary. Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a crash. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you...
Owner's Manual - Page 86

...of remote starters. The engine run time can be on at least four seconds if the vehicle's lights are not visible. ...vehicle to when the vehicle was last turned off the ignition. Check local regulations for at the fan, temperature, and mode settings ...person using the remote start the engine from outside temperatures and will also turn on while the engine is used again before the fi...
Owner's Manual - Page 101

...long should you do not, your dealer/retailer in cold weather conditions at least four hours before to list ... during engine warm-up. Turn off the engine. 2. Plug it away from moving engine parts. Notice: The engine is located on the outside temperature,... check with the electronics in the coolant heater at or below 0°F (−18°C) for that you contact your engine might...
Owner's Manual - Page 108

...176;F (132°C) or rises rapidly, the Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light will return to downshift for sport driving or when driving hilly roads to stay in either position depending on page 3-34. 2-... the shift lever. • The transmission will have operation similar to pull over and check the transmission fluid level. Continue driving the vehicle in gear longer or to the...
Owner's Manual - Page 141

... The cruise control set speed memory is erased when the cruise control or the ignition is available outside of the hills. While going up steep hills, you might have to brake or shift to ...the headlamps in automatic mode. O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with the previously listed lamps and lights. • Press the [ button on the steering wheel. • Press the J button on the...
Owner's Manual - Page 150

... not use anything similar to the defogger grid. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger automatically turns on if it is cold outside and will turn on if it is routed through a passenger compartment air filter before the vehicle was turned off when the key is turned...
Owner's Manual - Page 156

... passenger airbag status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off , for a few seconds when you start the engine. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle... vehicle, it fixed immediately. If the light does not come on then, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after several seconds as a system check.
Owner's Manual - Page 160

... on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the ABS light still stays on, or comes on after extended heavy braking indicating the brakes have antilock brakes. This light will be ready to warn you start the engine again to limit wheel spin. That is turned on page 3-49 for more...
Owner's Manual - Page 162

...(DIC), may accompany the light. If underinflated, inflate to assist your vehicle. This light will flash for approximately 60 seconds and then stay on page 5-62 for ... levels for more information. 3-34 Malfunctions often are significantly underinflated. The check engine light comes on when one or more of the ignition cycle. See Tires on , after a ...
Owner's Manual - Page 165

... come on briefly when you from getting a vehicle registration. When the light comes on and stays on -board diagnostic) system determines that oil is on your warranty. Failure to pass this inspection if the check engine light is not flowing through your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this manual...
Owner's Manual - Page 167

.... Service All-Wheel Drive Light This light is on , see your vehicle. Reduced Engine Power Light Your vehicle has a reduced engine power light. This light, along with the drive system and service is required. 3-39 Wait for 10 seconds and restart your dealer/retailer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair. If this light stays on , but acceleration...
Owner's Manual - Page 168

Gate Ajar Light If this light stays on for more information. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-35 for a while, you need to enter the vehicle. This light will come on when a door is not completely closed. Door Ajar Light An ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF message will turn the ignition off when the rear drive system cools down...
Owner's Manual - Page 180

...stays on fuel. Adjust your vehicle while the engine is no reduction in the instrument panel cluster comes on when your dealer/retailer for more information. ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when the outside... displays when the liftgate is cold enough to accelerate. This message displays along with a continuous chime when the engine has overheated. See Hood Release...
Owner's Manual - Page 247

... of time, you suspect steering system problems, such as abnormally high steering effort for service repairs. If this light stays on again. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-49 for service. If you are able to stop your... system does not require regular maintenance. Steering Electric Power Steering (3.4L V6 Engine) If the engine stalls while you can steer, but it must be reset.
Owner's Manual - Page 291

.../Filter on page 5-22. E. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine Coolant on page 5-19. B. See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 5-15. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. Engine Oil Dipstick. Brake Fluid Reservoir. H. A. D. G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See "Checking Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 5-15. C. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. Windshield...
Owner's Manual - Page 293

... page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a yellow loop. The engine oil dipstick handle is a good idea to get fuel. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-103. D. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5-31. I. A. B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See "Checking Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 5-15. G. See Cooling...
Owner's Manual - Page 391

... Life System on page 5-67 and "Tire Wear Inspection" in flation pressures and wear. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant, power steering fluid (3.6L V6 engine only), and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed . Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (f). If necessary, replace filter. Inspect ...
Owner's Manual - Page 424

... Safety Belts ...5-93 Cargo Lamp ...3-16 Cargo Tie Downs ...2-49 CD, MP3 ...3-87, 3-92 Center Console Storage Area ...2-42 Chains, Tire ...5-74 Charging System Light ...3-30 Check Engine Light ...3-34 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-97 B Battery ...5-35 Electric Power Management ...3-17 Run-Down Protection ...3-17 Brake Emergencies ...4-6 Brakes ...5-33 System...
Owner's Manual - Page 431

...Vehicle Break-In ...2-20 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-26 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Owners, Canadian ... California ...5-4 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Reduced Engine Light ...3-39 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-21 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid...Off-Road Recovery ...4-12 Oil Change Engine Oil Light ...3-38 Engine ...5-15 Pressure Light ...3-37 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ...5-18 Older ...

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