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Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 5/21/12

Technical Data 12-3

Engine Specificati ons

Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap

2.4L L4 K Automatic 0.9 mm (0.035 in)

3.6L V6 3 Automatic 1.1 mm (0.043 in)

Table of Contents1
Canadian Vehicle Owners3
Introduction3
Using this Manual3
Danger, Warnings and Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart4
In Brief Contents7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System10
Remote Vehicle Start10
Starting the Vehicle10
Base Radio Shown, Uplever Similar11
Canceling a Remote Start11
Door Locks11
Base Radio Shown, Uplevel Similar12
Manual Liftgate Operation12
Power Liftgate Operation12
Windows12
Eight-Way Power Seat13
Eight-Way Power Seat Shown, Four-Way Similar13
Four-Way Power Seat13
Seat Adjustment13
Manual Reclining Seatbacks14
Power Reclining Seatbacks14
Reclining Seatbacks14
Head Restraint Adjustment15
Heated Seats15
Memory Features15
Uplevel Climate Control System Shown, Base Similar15
Exterior16
Mirror Adjustment16
Passenger Sensing System16
Safety Belts16
Interior17
Interior Lighting17
Reading Lamps17
Steering Wheel Adjustment17
Exterior Lighting18
Windshield Wiper/Washer18
Climate Controls19
Remote Window Wiper/Washer19
Automatic Climate Control System20
Parking Brake20
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode21
Fuel Economy Mode21
Transmission21
Vehicle Features21
Portable Audio Devices22
Satellite Radio22
Setting the Clock22
Storing a Favorite Station22
Bluetooth23
Stering Wheel Controls23
Cruise Control24
Driver Information Center (DIC)24
Infotainment System24
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System25
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)25
Power Outlets26
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)26
Roof Rack System26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist26
Performance and Maintenance27
Stabilitrack System27
Traction Control System (TCS)27
Universal Remote System27
Engine Oil Life System28
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)28
Resetting the Oil Life System28
Tire Pressure Monitor28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy29
Roadside Assistance and Onstar29
Roadside Assitance Program29
Keys and Locks31
Keys, Doors and Windows Contents31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation33
RKE Without Remote Start Shown33
Battery Replacement34
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle34
Extending Engine Run Time35
Shutting the Engine off after a Remote Start35
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start35
Conditions in Which Remote Start will Not Work36
Remote Start Ready36
Power Door Locks37
Doors38
Liftgate38
Safety Locks38
Manual Liftgate39
Power Liftgate39
Obstacle Detection Features41
Power Liftgate 3/4 Mode41
Arming the System42
Manual Operation of Power Liftgate42
Vehicle Alarm System42
Vehicle Security42
Disarming the System43
How to Detect a Tamper Condition43
Immobilizer Operation43
Convex Mirrors44
Exterior Mirrors44
Power Mirrors44
Blind Spot Mirrors45
Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror45
Heated Mirrors45
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror45
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror46
Interior Mirrors46
Manual Rearview Mirror46
Park Tilt Mirrors46
Express down Windows47
Power Windows47
Roof48
Sun Visors48
Sunroof48
Window Lockout48
Anti-Pinch Feature49
Express-Open/Express-Close49
Seats and Restraints Contents51
Front Seats52
Head Restraints52
Rear Seats53
Eight-Way Power Seats54
Power Seat Adjustment54
Lumbar Adjustment55
Power Lumbar55
Memory Seats56
Power Recliningg Seatbacks56
Recalling Button Memory Positions57
Recalling RKE Memory Positions (Memory Remote Recall)57
Storing Button Memory Positions57
Easy Exit Driver Seat58
Heated Front Seats58
Remote Start Heated Seats59
Split Folding Seatbacks59
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts61
Why Safety Belts Work61
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly62
Lap-Shoulder Belt62
Safety Belt Pretensioners64
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster64
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides65
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy66
Safety Belt Care67
Safety Belt Extender67
Safety System Check67
Airbag System68
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash68
Where Are the Airbags?70
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar71
When Should an Airbag Inflate?72
How Does an Airbag Restrain?73
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?73
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?74
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant78
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint78
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation79
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle80
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle80
Airbag System Check81
Child Restraints82
Older Children82
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash82
Infants and Young Children84
Booster Seats87
Child Restraint Systems87
Forward-Facing Child Seat87
Rear-Facing Infant Seat87
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle88
Where to Put the Restraint88
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)90
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations91
Top Tether Anchor91
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System92
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash95
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)96
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)99
Armrest Retaining Strap101
Cupholders103
Instrument Panel Storage103
Storage Compartments103
Storage Contents103
Additioal Storage Features104
Cargo Cover104
Cargo Tie-Downs104
Convenience Net104
Instruments and Controls Contents107
Table of Contents107
Steering Wheel Controls108
Horn109
Windshield Wiper/Washer109
Compass110
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer110
- Clock111
- Setting the Clock with Date Display111
- Setting the Clock Without Date Display111
Power Outlets112
- Setting the Clock (Radio with CD and Touchscreen)112
- Warning Lights, Gauges and Indicators113
- Instrument Cluster114
Fuel Gauge115
- Egine Coolant116
- Indicators116
- Temperature Gauge116
Odometer115
Speedometer115
Tachometer115
- Airbag Readiness Light117
- Driver Safety Belt Reminder117
Instrument Cluster117
- Passenger Airbag Status117
- Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light117
Safety Belt Reminders117
Airbag Readiness Light118
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator118
Charging System Light119
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp119
- Light Flashing120
- Light on Steady120
- Brake System Warning Light121
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs121
- Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light122
- Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning Light123
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light123
- Traction off Light123
- Stabilitrak ® off Light124
- Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light124
- Engine Oil Pressure Light125
- Tire Pressure Light125
- When the Light Flashes First and then Is on Steady125
- When the Light Is on Steady125
- Fuel Economy Light126
Low Fuel Warning Light126
Cruise Control Light127
Front Fog Lamp Light127
High-Beam on Light127
Lamps on Reminder127
Center (DIC)128
- DIC Buttons128
- DIC Operation and Displays128
- Information Displays128
- Trip/Fuel/Menu Items128
- Average Fuel Economy129
- Best Average Fuel Economy129
- Digital Speedometer129
- Fuel Range129
- Navigation130
- Timer130
- Unit130
- Vehicle Information Menu Items130
- Battery Voltage and Charging Messages131
- Low Battery131
- Service Battery Charging System131
- Vehicle Messages131
- Brake System Messages132
- Compass Messages132
- Cruise Control Messages132
- Door Ajar Messages132
- Coolant Level Low Add Coolant133
- Egine Overheated - Idle Engine133
- Engine Oil Messages133
- Engine Overheated - Stop Engine133
- Engine Power Messages134
- Fuel System Messages134
- Key and Lock Messages134
- Object Detection System Messages134
- All Wheel Drive off135
- Park Assist off135
- Ride Control System Message135
- Service Front Camera135
- Airbag System Messages136
- Security Messages136
- Stabilitrac off136
- Tire Messages136
- Service Transmission137
- Transmission Hot - Idle Engine137
- Transmission Messages137
- Vehicle Reminder Messages137
- Auto Fan Speed138
- Climate and Air Quality138
- Entering the Personalization Menus138
- Vehicle Personalization138
- Air Conditioning Mode139
- Auto Defog139
- Auto Rear Defog139
- Remote Start Auto Heat Seats139
- Chime Volume140
- Collision/Detection Systems140
- Comfort and Convenience140
- Reverse Tilt Mirror140
- Exit Lighting141
- Languages141
- Lighting141
- Vehicle Locator Lighs141
- Delayed Door Lock142
- Remote Lock Feedback142
- Remote Lock/Unlock/Start142
- Remote Unlock Light Feedback142
- Return to Factory Settings143
- Universal Remote System Programming143
- Programming the Universal Remote System144
- "Learn" or "Smart" Button145
- Gate Operator and Canadian Programming145
- Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons146
- Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button146
- Universal Remote System Operation146
- Using the Universal Remote System146
- Exterior Lamp Controls147
- Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer147
- Lighting Contents147
- Automatic Headlamp System148
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)148
- Flash-To-Pass148
- Hazard Warning Flashers149
- Lights on with Wipers149
- Turn and Lane-Change Signals149
- Dome Lamps150
- Fog Lamps150
- Instrument Panel Illumination Control150
- Battery Load Management151
- Entry Lighting151
- Lighting Features151
- Infotainment System Contents153
- Infotainment System154
- Navigation System154
- Theft-Deterrent Feature154
- Overview155
- Menu System156
- Operation156
  - Turning the System on or off156
  - Volume Control156
  - Audio Settings157
  - System Settings158
- AM-FM Radio159
  - Radio Menus160
  - RDS (Radio Data System)160
  - Selecting a Band160
  - Selecting a Station160
  - Control Buttons161
  - Siriusxm Satellite Radio Service161
  - Storing a Station as a Favorite161
  - Removing or Adding Categories162
  - Siriusxm Messages163
  - Fm164
- Radio Reception164
- Audio Players165
- CD Player165
- Cellular Phone Usage165
- Multi-Band Antenna165
  - Loading and Ejecting Discs166
  - Error Messages167
- Mp3167
- Auxiliary Devices169
  - Playing from a USB Port169
  - Playing from an Ipod171
- Bluetooth (Overview)173
- Phone173
  - Playing from an Iphone173
  - Bluetooth Controls174
  - Audio System175
  - Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)175
  - Pairing175
  - Voice Recognition175
  - Making a Call177
  - Making a Call Using Phone Book177
  - Accepting or Declining a Call178
  - Call Waiting178
  - Conference Calling178
  - Muting a Call178
  - Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)179
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency179
  - Using Voice Recognition179
  - Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers181
  - Listing Stored Numbers182
  - Receiving a Call183
  - Three-Way Calling183
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones184
  - Transferring a Call184
  - Voice Pass-Thru184
- Trademarks and License Agreements185
  - Climate Control Systems187
  - Climate Controls Contents187
  - Air Conditioning188
  - Rear Window Defogger188
  - Automatic Operation189
  - Manual Operation190
  - Temperature Control190
  - Remote Start Climate Control Operation191
  - Sensors191
  - Center Air Vents192
  - Maintenance192
  - Passenger Compartment Air Filter192
  - Side Air Vents192
  - Driving and Operating Contents195
  - Distracted Driving196
  - Driving Information196
  - Braking197
  - Control of a Vehicle197
  - Defensive Driving197
  - Drunk Driving197
  - Curve Tips198
  - Electric Power Steering (2.4L L4 Engine)198
  - Hydraulic Power Steering (3.6L V6 Engine)198
  - Steering198
  - Loss of Control199
  - Off-Road Recovery199
  - Skidding199
  - Steering in Emergencies199
  - Before Driving Off-Road200
  - Off-Road Driving200
  - Driving on Hills201
  - Environmental Concerns201
  - Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving201
  - Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice203
  - After Off-Road Driving204
  - Driving in Water204
  - Driving on Wet Roads204
  - Highway Hypnosis205
  - Hill and Mountain Roads205
  - Hydroplaning205
  - Other Rainy Weather Tips205
  - Driving on Snow or Ice206
  - Winter Driving206
  - Blizzard Conditions207
  - If the Vehicle Is Stuck208
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out208
  - Vehicle Load Limits208
  - Label Example209
  - Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit209
  - Tire and Loading Information Label209
  - Certification Label211
  - Ignitio Positions213
  - New Vehicle Break-In213
  - Starting and Operating213
  - Key Lock Release215
  - Staring the Engine215
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)216
  - Starting Procedure216
  - Egine Coolant Heater217
  - Shifting into Park217
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater217
  - Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running218
  - Torque Lock218
  - Engine Exhaust219
  - Parking over Things that Burn219
  - Shifting out of Park219
  - Automatic Transmission220
  - Running the Vehicle While Parked220
  - Manual Mode222
  - All-Wheel Drive223
  - Drive Systems223
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS)224
  - Brakes224
  - Braking in Emergencies224
  - Using ABS224
  - Brake Assist225
  - Hill Start Assit (HSA)225
  - Ride Control Systems226
  - Stabilitrak System227
  - Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control230
  - Redusing Speed While Using Cruise Control230
  - Resuming a Set Speed230
  - Setting Cruise Control230
  - Ending Cruise Control231
  - Object Detection Systems231
  - Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control231
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills231
  - Detecting the Vehicle Ahead232
  - Collision Alert233
  - Selecting the Alert Timing233
  - Tailgate Alert233
  - Unnecessary Alerts233
  - Cleaning the System234
  - How the System Works234
  - Turning the System on and off234
  - Service Parking Assist235
  - When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly235
  - Guidelines236
  - Turning the Rear Vision Camera System on or off236
  - Rear Vision Camera Error Messages237
  - Rear Vision Camera Location237
  - Service Rear Vision Camera System237
  - Front Camera Blocked, Clean Windshield240
  - Fuel240
  - Lane Departure System Unavailable240
  - LDW Messages240
  - California Fuel Requirements241
  - Fuels in Foreign Countries241
  - Gasoline Specifications241
  - Recommended Fuel241
  - Filling the Tank243
  - Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips245
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container245
  - General Towing Information245
  - Towing245
  - Following Distance246
  - Towing with a Stability Control System246
  - Backing up247
  - Making Turns247
  - Passing247
  - Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer247
  - Leaving after Parking on a Hill248
  - Maintenance When Trailer Towing248
  - Parking on Hills248
  - Trailer Towing248
  - Weight of the Trailer Tongue249
  - Hitches250
  - Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires250
  - Towing Equipment250
  - Add-On Electrical Equipment251
  - Conversions and Add-Ons251
  - Safety Chains251
  - Trailer Sway Control (TSC)251
  - Vehicle Care Contents253
  - Accessories and Modifications254
  - California Perchlorate Materials Requirements254
  - California Proposition 65 Warning254
  - General Information254
  - Doing Your Own Service Work255
  - Vehicle Checks255
  - Hood256
  - Engine Compartment Overview (2.4L L4 Engine)257
  - Vehicle Care (3.6L V6 Engine)259
  - Engine Cover260
  - Engine Oil260
  - Checking Engine Oil261
  - When to Add Engine Oil261
  - Selecting the Right Engine Oil262
  - Viscosity Grade262
  - Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes263
  - What to Do with Used Oil263
  - When to Change Engine Oil263
  - Automatic Transmission Fluid264
  - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter264
  - How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid264
  - How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System264
  - How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter265
  - How to Reinstall Engine Air Cleaner/Filter265
  - Cooling System266
  - Engine Coolant267
  - What to Use267
  - Checking Coolant268
  - How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank268
  - Engine Overheating270
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment270
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment270
  - How to Check Power Steering Fluid271
  - Power Steering Fluid (2.4L L4 Engine)271
  - Power Steering Fluid (3.6L V6 Engine)271
  - When to Check Power Steering Fluid271
  - Adding Washer Fluid272
  - Washer Fluid272
  - Brake Adjustment273
  - Brake Fluid273
  - Brake Pedal Travel273
  - Replacing Brake System Parts273
  - What to Add274
  - Battery275
  - Starter Switch Check275
  - Transfer Case275
  - Vehicle Storage275
  - Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check276
  - Ignition Transmission Lock Check276
  - Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check276
  - Front Wiper Blade Replacement277
  - Rear Wiper Blade Replacement277
  - Wiper Blade Replacement277
  - Headlamp Aiming278
  - Bulb Replacement279
  - Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps279
  - Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back up Lamps280
  - Bulb Assembly281
  - Lamp Assembly281
  - License Plate Lamp281
  - Electrical System282
  - Fuses282
  - Replacement Bulbs282
  - Engine Compartment Fuse Block283
  - Instrument Panel Fuse Block286
  - Wheels and Tires288
  - All-Season Tires289
  - Winter Tires289
  - DOT Tire Data of Manufacture290
  - Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example290
  - Summer Tires290
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling290
  - Compact Spare Tire Example291
  - Tire Designations292
  - Tire Size292
  - Tire Terminology and Definitions293
  - Tire Pressure295
  - How to Check296
  - Tire Pressure Monitor System296
  - When to Check296
  - Tire Pressure Monitor Operation298
  - TPMS Malfunction Light and Message299
  - TPMS Sensor Matching Process299
  - Tire Inspection300
  - Tire Rotation301
  - When It Is Time for New Tires302
  - Buying New Tires303
  - Different Size Tires and Wheels304
  - Treadwear305
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading305
  - Temperature - A, B, C306
  - Traction - AA, A, B, C306
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance306
  - Tire Chains307
  - Used Replacement Wheels307
  - Wheel Replacement307
  - If a Tire Goes Flat308
- If a Tire Goes Flat309
  - Coin/Pierce Jack One-Piece Wrench310
  - Hex-Head Jack with Three-Piece Wrench310
  - Removing the Spare Tire and Tools310
  - Tire Changing310
  - Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire311
  - Hex Head Jack and Wrench312
  - Coin/Pierce Jack and Wrench313
- Compact Spare Tire313
  - Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools315
  - Compact Spare Tire316
- Jump Starting317
- Jumper Cable Removal319
- Dinghy Towing320
- Recreational Vehicle Towing320
- Towing the Vehicle320
- Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)322
- Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)322
- Towing the Vehicle from the Rear322
- Appearance Care323
- Exterior Care323
- Finishing Care323
- Washing the Vehicle323
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and Emblems324
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts324
- Weatherstrips324
- Windshield and Wiper Blades324
- Chemical Pait Spotting326
- Finish Damage326
- Interior Care326
- Coated Moldings327
- Fabric/Carpet/Suede327
- Interior Glass327
- Speaker Covers327
- Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays328
- Istrument Panel, Leather Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces328
- Care of Safety Belts329
- Cargo Cover and Convenience Net329
- Floor Mats329
- Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat330
- Service and Maintenance Contents331
- Engine Oil Change333
- Maintenance Schedule333
- Owner Checks and Services333
- Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 Km/7500 MI333
- Mainteance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal335
- Footnotes - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal336
- Mainteance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe337
- Footnotes - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe338
- Special Application Services338
- Additional Maintenance and Care339
- Belts339
- Fluids339
- Hoses340
- Lamps340
- Shocks and Struts340
- Tires340
- Vehicle Care341
- Windshield341
- Wiper Blades341
- Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Parts342
- Maintenance Replacement Parts343
- Maintenance Records345
- Engine Identification347
- Service Parts Identification Label347
- Technical Data Contents347
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)347
- Capacities and Specifications348
- Vehicle Data348
- Engine Specifications349
- Engine Drive Belt Routing350
- Customer Information Contents351
- Customer Satisfaction Procedure351
- Customer Assistance Offices353
- Coverage356
- Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance356
- Services Provided356
- Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased Vehicles356
- Alternative Service357
- Courtesy Transportation Program357
- Scheduling Service Appointments357
- Trip Interruption Benefits and Assitance357
- Additional Program Information358
- Public Transportation of Fuel Reimbursement358
- Shuttle Service358
- Transportation Options358
- Collision Damage Repair359
- Collision Parts359
- Insuring the Vehicle359
- Repair Facility359
- If a Crash Occurs360
- Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process360
- Current and Past Models361
- Owner Information361
- Service Manuals361
- Service Publications Ordering Information361
- Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government362
- Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors363
- Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government363
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy363
- Event Data Recorders364
- Onstar364
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)365
- Radio Frequency Statement365
- Onstar Contents367
- Onstar Overview367
- Emergency368
- Onstar Services368
- Security368
- Turn-By-Turn Navigation368
- Cancel Route369
- Other Navigation Services Available from Onstar369
- Route Preview369
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route369
- Calling 911 Emergency370
- Connections370
- Hands-Free Calling370
- Retrieve My Number370
- Diagnostics371
- Onstar Additional Information371
- Onstar Mobile App371
- Transferring Service371
- Onstar Personal Identification Number (PIN)372
- Onstar.com372
- Services for Peope with Disabilities372
- TTY Users372
- Cellular and GPS Antennas373
- Global Positioning System (GPS)373
- Potential Issues373
- Uable to Connect to Onstar Message373
- Onstar - Libcurl and Unzip Acknowledgements374
- Privacy374
- Index377

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