2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual

2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M Keys, Doors and Windows ... 1-1 Keys and Locks ............... 1-2 Doors .......................... 1-8 Vehicle Security .............. 1-12 Exterior Mirrors ............... 1-14 Interior Mirrors ................ 1-15 Windows ..................... 1-16 Roof .......................... 1-19 Seats and Restraints ......... 2-1 Head Restraints ............... 2-2 Front Seats .................... 2-3 Rear Seats .................... 2-9 Safety Belts .................. 2-10 Airbag System ................ 2-25 Child Restraints .............. 2-41 Storage ....................... 3-1 Storage Compartments ........ 3-1 Additional Storage Features . . . 3-1 Roof Rack System ............. 3-2 Instruments and Controls .... 4-1 Instrument Panel Overview .... 4-4 Controls ....................... 4-6 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ................... 4-12 Information Displays .......... 4-27 Vehicle Messages ............ 4-31 Vehicle Personalization ....... 4-39 OnStar ® System .............. 4-44 Lighting ....................... 5-1 Exterior Lighting ............... 5-1 Interior Lighting ................ 5-4 Lighting Features .............. 5-4 Infotainment System ......... 6-1 Introduction .................... 6-1 Radio ......................... 6-11 Audio Players ................ 6-19 Rear Seat Infotainment ....... 6-33 Phone ........................ 6-42 Climate Controls ............. 7-1 Climate Control Systems .... . . 7-1 Air Vents ....................... 7-6 Driving and Operating ........ 8-1 Driving Information ............. 8-2 Starting and Operating ....... 8-28 Engine Exhaust .............. 8-34 Automatic Transmission ...... 8-35 Drive Systems ................ 8-38 Brakes ....................... 8-38 Ride Control Systems ........ 8-41 Cruise Control ................ 8-44 Object Detection Systems .... 8-46 Fuel .......................... 8-53 Towing ....................... 8-57 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 8-64

2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M Vehicle Care .................. 9-1 General Information ............ 9-2 Vehicle Checks ................ 9-4 Headlamp Aiming ............ 9-31 Bulb Replacement ............ 9-33 Electrical System ............. 9-37 Wheels and Tires ............. 9-43 Jump Starting ................ 9-74 Towing ....................... 9-78 Appearance Care ............. 9-81 Service and Maintenance ... 10-1 General Information .......... 10-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...... 10-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ....... 10-7 Maintenance Records ....... 10-10 Technical Data ............... 11-1 Vehicle Identification .......... 11-1 Vehicle Data .................. 11-2 Customer Information ....... 12-1 Customer Information ........ 12-1 Reporting Safety Defects .... 12-13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy .................... 12-15 Index ..................... i-1

Introduction iii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the name Equinox and the Equinox Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25798562 B Second Printing © 2009 General Motors. All Rights Reserved.

iv Introduction Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. “Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com

Introduction v Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death. { WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,”“Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.” Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.

vi Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar ® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gage + : Fuses i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid

Keys, Doors and Windows 1-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys .......................... 1-2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...................... 1-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ........... 1-3 Remote Vehicle Start ......... 1-5 Door Locks ................... 1-6 Power Door Locks ............ 1-7 Safety Locks .................. 1-7 Doors Liftgate (Manual) .............. 1-8 Liftgate (Power) ............... 1-9 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security .............. 1-12 Anti-Theft Alarm System ..... 1-12 Immobilizer .................. 1-13 Immobilizer Operation ....... 1-13 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors .............. 1-14 Power Mirrors ................ 1-14 Heated Mirrors ............... 1-15 Park Tilt Mirrors .............. 1-15 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 1-15 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ....................... 1-16 Windows Windows ..................... 1-16 Power Windows ............. 1-17 Sun Visors ................... 1-18 Roof Sunroof ...................... 1-19

1-2 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. The key, that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, can be used for the ignition and all locks. Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key. See your dealer/retailer if a new key is needed. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you are locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 12‑ 6 or OnStar ® System on page 4‑ 44.

Keys, Doors and Windows 1-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 12‑16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. . Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. . If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician for service. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 1‑3. RKE without Remote Start Shown The following may be available: Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking, see “Remote Lock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑ 39. If a passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock except the driver door. These settings can be modified.

1-4 Keys, Doors and Windows See “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑ 39. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 1‑ 12. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors, see “Remote Door Unlock” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑ 39. The turn signal indicators flash to indicate unlocking has occurred. For more information see “Remote Unlock Light Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑ 39. Pressing K may also disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 1‑ 12. V (Remote Liftgate Release): First press K , then press and hold V to unlock the liftgate. For vehicles with the power liftgate, press and hold V until the liftgate begins to move to open the liftgate. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps. Press and hold 7 for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash until 7 is pressed again or the key is placed in the ignition and turned to ON/RUN. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, first press Q then press and hold / to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 1 ‑ 5 for additional information. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the “Replace Battery in Remote Key” message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery in Remote Key” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑35. The battery is not rechargeable. See your dealer/retailer to replace the battery.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual

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