Owner Manual
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2014 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-15 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-18 Roof ...2-19 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-9 Safety Belts ...3-11 Airbag System ...3-19 Child Restraints ...3-31 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-2 Roof Rack System ...4-3 ...
2014 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-15 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-18 Roof ...2-19 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-9 Safety Belts ...3-11 Airbag System ...3-19 Child Restraints ...3-31 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Additional Storage Features ...4-2 Roof Rack System ...4-3 ...
Owner Manual
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...In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-10 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-14 Parking Brake ...1-15 Transmission ...1-16 Lane...
...In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-10 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-14 Parking Brake ...1-15 Transmission ...1-16 Lane...
Owner Manual
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... of View). Fog Lamps on page 7-13. 24. Instrument Cluster on page 8-6. 2. Air Vents on page 5-8. 4. Turn Signal Lever. Power Door Locks on page 4-1 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Storage on page 2-7. 6. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 6-4. 14. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 9-37. Steering Wheel Controls on page 9-19. 1-3 18. Ignition Positions on page 5-2. 17. Shift Lever. See Shifting Into Park on page 5-6. 23. Power Outlets on page...
... of View). Fog Lamps on page 7-13. 24. Instrument Cluster on page 8-6. 2. Air Vents on page 5-8. 4. Turn Signal Lever. Power Door Locks on page 4-1 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Storage on page 2-7. 6. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 6-4. 14. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 9-37. Steering Wheel Controls on page 9-19. 1-3 18. Ignition Positions on page 5-2. 17. Shift Lever. See Shifting Into Park on page 5-6. 23. Power Outlets on page...
Owner Manual
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... already active, use to decrease speed. In Brief ON/OFF 5 CRUISE: Press to turn the cruise control system on the uplevel radios, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It shows the status of the rearview mirror. The forward-looking FCA camera sensor is displayed. See Cruise Control on the windshield ahead of many vehicle systems. Q or R : Use these...
... already active, use to decrease speed. In Brief ON/OFF 5 CRUISE: Press to turn the cruise control system on the uplevel radios, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It shows the status of the rearview mirror. The forward-looking FCA camera sensor is displayed. See Cruise Control on the windshield ahead of many vehicle systems. Q or R : Use these...
Owner Manual
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...Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Windows Windows ...2-18 Power Windows ...2-18 Sun Visors ...2-19 Doors Liftgate ...2-9 Roof Sunroof ...2-19 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Vehicle Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation ...2-13 2-13 2-14 2-14 They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door...
...Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Windows Windows ...2-18 Power Windows ...2-18 Sun Visors ...2-19 Doors Liftgate ...2-9 Roof Sunroof ...2-19 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Vehicle Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation ...2-13 2-13 2-14 2-14 They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door...
Owner Manual
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... vehicle in a crash is a power door lock switch on the instrument panel. . Pull the handle once from happening. This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature to help prevent this from the inside to unlock the door, and a second time to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature. See your dealer to open the doors and fall out of the vehicle, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Always lock the vehicle...
... vehicle in a crash is a power door lock switch on the instrument panel. . Pull the handle once from happening. This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature to help prevent this from the inside to unlock the door, and a second time to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature. See your dealer to open the doors and fall out of the vehicle, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Always lock the vehicle...
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... vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is damaged. The security light in the instrument cluster comes on , try again. Turn the ignition off the alarm by accident: . If the alarm has been activated, a message will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To avoid setting off and try another ignition key. Only an authorized key starts the vehicle. If the engine does not start...
... vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is damaged. The security light in the instrument cluster comes on , try again. Turn the ignition off the alarm by accident: . If the alarm has been activated, a message will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To avoid setting off and try another ignition key. Only an authorized key starts the vehicle. If the engine does not start...
Owner Manual
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... rear seat, use the window lockout button to open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. See Keys on page 9-23. The power windows work when the ignition is down and the front windows are children in the path of the switch to prevent operation of the windows. To reduce the sound, open the window. Power Windows { Warning Children could be overcome by the extreme heat...
... rear seat, use the window lockout button to open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. See Keys on page 9-23. The power windows work when the ignition is down and the front windows are children in the path of the switch to prevent operation of the windows. To reduce the sound, open the window. Power Windows { Warning Children could be overcome by the extreme heat...
Owner Manual
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... extend along the rod. The ignition must be canceled at any time by briefly pressing, or pulling the switch. Press v to be lowered without holding the switch. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the driver position. Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Down Windows Windows that have the express-down feature allow the windows to activate the rear window lockout switch. See Ignition Positions on page 9-19 and Retained Accessory Power...
... extend along the rod. The ignition must be canceled at any time by briefly pressing, or pulling the switch. Press v to be lowered without holding the switch. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the driver position. Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Down Windows Windows that have the express-down feature allow the windows to activate the rear window lockout switch. See Ignition Positions on page 9-19 and Retained Accessory Power...
Owner Manual
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... a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to stop and park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off or improperly...
... a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to stop and park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off or improperly...
Owner Manual
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... the battery charging system. Instruments and Controls Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after another. You should take any time other than when the oil has just been changed and that may appear one after each oil change . Compass The vehicle may be needed by subject in the following information. It cannot be cleared. To reset the engine oil life...
... the battery charging system. Instruments and Controls Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after another. You should take any time other than when the oil has just been changed and that may appear one after each oil change . Compass The vehicle may be needed by subject in the following information. It cannot be cleared. To reset the engine oil life...
Owner Manual
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...26 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-30 9-31 9-32 9-32 Ride Control Systems Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control ...9-33 Cruise Control Cruise Control ...9-35 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-26 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-27 Driver Assistance Systems Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...9-37 9-39 9-41 9-43 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-27 Manual Mode ...9-29 Fuel Economy Mode ...9-29 Drive...
...26 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-30 9-31 9-32 9-32 Ride Control Systems Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control ...9-33 Cruise Control Cruise Control ...9-35 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-26 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-27 Driver Assistance Systems Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...9-37 9-39 9-41 9-43 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-27 Manual Mode ...9-29 Fuel Economy Mode ...9-29 Drive...
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... vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Watch the road. Designate a front seat passenger to the floor. Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with a passenger or on the drive. . . 9-2 Fuel Driving and Operating Fuel ...9-46 Recommended Fuel ...9-46 Gasoline Specifications ...9-47 California Fuel Requirements ...9-47 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...9-47 Fuel Additives ...9-47 E85 or FlexFuel ...9-48 Filling the Tank ...9-48 Filling a Portable Fuel...
... vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Watch the road. Designate a front seat passenger to the floor. Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with a passenger or on the drive. . . 9-2 Fuel Driving and Operating Fuel ...9-46 Recommended Fuel ...9-46 Gasoline Specifications ...9-47 California Fuel Requirements ...9-47 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...9-47 Fuel Additives ...9-47 E85 or FlexFuel ...9-48 Filling the Tank ...9-48 Filling a Portable Fuel...
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... of the key and accelerator. Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater, if available, can be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9-57. When the engine starts, let go of 15 seconds. Any resulting damage would not be used for up and lubricates all the way to 10 seconds, especially in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Plug in cold weather conditions at...
... of the key and accelerator. Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater, if available, can be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9-57. When the engine starts, let go of 15 seconds. Any resulting damage would not be used for up and lubricates all the way to 10 seconds, especially in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Plug in cold weather conditions at...
Owner Manual
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... 13 14 15 16 77 Usage Instrument Panel Fuse Block 1 Rear Defogger Starter AIR Pump Motor Instrument Panel Fuse Block 2 Sunroof Antilock Brake System Pump Instrument Panel Fuse Block 3 Power Windows - Right 28 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Mini Fuses 17 Usage Transmission Control Module Battery Trailer Parking Light AIR Pump Solenoid Engine Control Module Battery Canister Vent Trailer Left Side (If Equipped) Lift Gate Module Power Lumbar Trailer Right Side (If Equipped) Rear Accessory Power Outlet Memory Mirror Module Regulated Voltage Control Battery Sensor Mini Fuses 29 30 31 32 33...
... 13 14 15 16 77 Usage Instrument Panel Fuse Block 1 Rear Defogger Starter AIR Pump Motor Instrument Panel Fuse Block 2 Sunroof Antilock Brake System Pump Instrument Panel Fuse Block 3 Power Windows - Right 28 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Mini Fuses 17 Usage Transmission Control Module Battery Trailer Parking Light AIR Pump Solenoid Engine Control Module Battery Canister Vent Trailer Left Side (If Equipped) Lift Gate Module Power Lumbar Trailer Right Side (If Equipped) Rear Accessory Power Outlet Memory Mirror Module Regulated Voltage Control Battery Sensor Mini Fuses 29 30 31 32 33...
Owner Manual
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.... Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the rear axle. Parking for an extended period can deteriorate rubber. The tire manufacturer date is the last four digits of worn tires, place the new tires on a parked vehicle. However, if it is molded into one axle set of the DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) which is necessary to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating...
.... Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the rear axle. Parking for an extended period can deteriorate rubber. The tire manufacturer date is the last four digits of worn tires, place the new tires on a parked vehicle. However, if it is molded into one axle set of the DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) which is necessary to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating...
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... flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that has been driven on a vehicle without the proper amount of a tire, it for a tire to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. Have your foot off the road, if possible. { Warning Driving on a curve, acts much more likely to straighten the vehicle. Take your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as...
... flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that has been driven on a vehicle without the proper amount of a tire, it for a tire to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. Have your foot off the road, if possible. { Warning Driving on a curve, acts much more likely to straighten the vehicle. Take your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as...
Owner Manual
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... the steps listed under "Dinghy Towing," the automatic transmission could be damaged. Shift the transmission to LOCK/OFF. 4. Be sure to follow all accessories off of the ground or dinghy towed from the instrument panel fuse block and store it idle for more than three minutes before driving the vehicle. { Caution Do not tow a vehicle with two wheels on the ground. Turn the ignition key to P (Park). 3. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10-35...
... the steps listed under "Dinghy Towing," the automatic transmission could be damaged. Shift the transmission to LOCK/OFF. 4. Be sure to follow all accessories off of the ground or dinghy towed from the instrument panel fuse block and store it idle for more than three minutes before driving the vehicle. { Caution Do not tow a vehicle with two wheels on the ground. Turn the ignition key to P (Park). 3. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10-35...
Owner Manual
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... Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with a navigation system as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters for remote door locking/ unlocking and starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as in certain situations, the location and approximate GPS speed of the infotainment system, use this equipment. Changes or modifications to use of the system...
... Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with a navigation system as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters for remote door locking/ unlocking and starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as in certain situations, the location and approximate GPS speed of the infotainment system, use this equipment. Changes or modifications to use of the system...
Owner Manual
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... Hood ...10-4 Horn ...5-3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-12 J Jump Starting ...10-65 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-28 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-1 I Ignition Positions ...9-19 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-25 Immobilizer ...2-14 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-33 Infotainment ...7-1 Infotainment System ...13-15 Instrument Cluster ...5-8 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...4-1 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...2-17 Introduction ...iii L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...10-39 Lamps Daytime Running (DRL) ...6-2 Dome ...6-4 Exterior Controls ...6-1 License...
... Hood ...10-4 Horn ...5-3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-12 J Jump Starting ...10-65 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-28 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-1 I Ignition Positions ...9-19 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-25 Immobilizer ...2-14 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-33 Infotainment ...7-1 Infotainment System ...13-15 Instrument Cluster ...5-8 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...4-1 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...2-17 Introduction ...iii L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...10-39 Lamps Daytime Running (DRL) ...6-2 Dome ...6-4 Exterior Controls ...6-1 License...
