2007 Chevrolet Equinox Owner's Manual
2007 Chevrolet Equinox Manual
2007 Chevrolet Equinox manual content summary:
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2007 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...7 Front Seats ...8 Rear Seats ...17 Safety Belts ...19 Child Restraints ...43 Airbag System ...72 Restraint System Check ...90 Features and Controls ...93 Keys ...95 Doors and Locks ...104 Windows ...109 Theft-Deterrent Systems ... - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Tires ...Appearance Care ...Vehicle Identification ...Electrical System ...Capacities and Specifications ... 382 417 427 428 434 Customer Assistance Information ...455 Customer Assistance and Information ...456 Reporting Safety Defects ...474 Index ...477 Maintenance Schedule ...435 Maintenance - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 3
or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name EQUINOX are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 4
features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain book. This safety symbol means "Do Not," "Do Not do this" or "Do Not let this happen." Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 5
the following topics: • Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 • Features and Controls in Section 2 • Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 • Climate Controls in Section 3 • Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 • Audio System(s) in Section 3 • Engine Compartment Overview in Section - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 6
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 7
System ...82 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...88 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...89 Restraint System Check ...90 Checking the Restraint Systems ...90 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...91 7 Front Seats ...8 Manual Seats ...8 Driver Seat Height Adjuster - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Front Seats Manual Seats {CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 9
vehicle has a power seat, the control used to operate it is located on the outboard side of the driver's seat. To adjust the seat do any of the following: • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 10
of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard side. Heated Seats If your vehicle has heated seats, the switches are located on the center console of the instrument panel above the shift lever. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the lumbar support. The ignition - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 11
when you do not want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Driver's Seat with Manual Recline and Manual Height Adjuster shown {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 12
To adjust the seatback on the front passenger's seat, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position. Then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. If your front passenger's seat is a flat folding seat, you must fully raise the lever to disengage - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 13
do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. Do not have a seatback reclined - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 14
the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Passenger Folding Seatback The front passenger's seatback may fold flat. {CAUTION: If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an in - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 15
bar under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat as far back as it will go and release the bar. Try to move the seat back and forth to make sure it is locked into place. 3. Lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, up fully and fold the seatback - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 16
locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always . To raise the seatback, do the following: 1. Lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, up fully and push up on the seatback. 2. Continue raising the seatback - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 17
. The rear bench seat can also be moved forward and rearward. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 18
: 1. Lift and hold the release bar located under the front of the seat cushion to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position. 3. Release the bar. 4. Try to move the seat back and forth to ensure the seat is locked in place. 2. Lift the lever located on the top of the seatback to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 19
your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 173. {CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 20
crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter...a lot! - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 21 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 22
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 22 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 23
that has airbags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That is true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions. 23 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 24
a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 25
-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see "Seats" in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 26
that is right for you. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment on page 34. 6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 27
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 28
with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 28 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 31
with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 32
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 34
you begin to drive, move the shoulder height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. To move it up or down, squeeze the release buttons (A) should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 35
the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, driver's safety belt - except for the following. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back guide loop. 35 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 36
belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 37
. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 42. unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 38
would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 39
the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide available for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the back of the seatback. To unlatch the belt, just push the button - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 40
and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 41
belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 36. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide. Slide the guide back onto its storage clip located on the seatback. 41 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 42
pretensioner activation are met. Pretensioners work only once. If they activate in a crash, you will need to get new ones, and probably other new parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 91. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 43
abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 44
. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either case, be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. {CAUTION: Never - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 45
{CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied right on the child's abdomen. That - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 46
should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much - until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 47
CAUTION: (Continued) young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. {CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 48
seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints. A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 49
belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young children always should be secured - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 50
-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 51
restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 52
manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement in a crash if the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 53
the child's body. A shelf- or armrest-type shield has straps that are attached to a wide, shelf-like shield that swings up or to the side. Because there are different systems, it is important to refer to the instructions that come with the restraint. A child can be endangered in a crash if the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 54
if the right front passenger's airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the infl seat, even if the airbag is off. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 55
-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat, review the following illustrations. Depending on where you - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Configurations for Use of Two Child Restraints A. Child restraint using LATCH B. Occupant prohibited Configurations for Use of Three Child Restraints A. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt A. Occupant prohibited B. Child restraint using LATCH A. Child restraint or occupant using safety - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 57
holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a in your vehicle. Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 58
tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing tether. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If the child restraint restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available. A top tether (A, C) anchors the top driving or in a crash. 58 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 59
anchors for each rear seating position are located on the back of the rear seatback. You may need to adjust the rear compartment storage panel/cover in the rear cargo area to access the anchors. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 60
are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 53 not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. 60 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 61
to the safety belt or the seat. When removing the child restraint, always remember to return the safety belts to their normal, stowed position before folding the rear seat. A. Passenger's Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors B. Center Rear Seat Lower Anchors C. Driver's Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors 61 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 62
to adjust the rear compartment storage panel/cover in the rear cargo area to access the anchors. See Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover on page 140. 2.3. Route, attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 63
If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 64
that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 65
down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 66
to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to 's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will side wall. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger's airbag. A rear seat - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 67
if the right front passenger's airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the infl seat, even if the airbag is off. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 68
. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat position, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on page 8 or Power Seat on page 9. If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 69
as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat. See Manual Seats on page 8 or Power Seat on page 9. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 70
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 70 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 71
indicator on the instrument panel will be lit and in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle if one is available and check with your dealer. To remove the child lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 72
will appear on the airbag covering on the headliner near the driver's and right front passenger's window. Even if you have no right front passenger seat in your vehicle there is still an active frontal airbag in the right side of the instrument panel. Do not place cargo in front of this airbag - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 73
belts but do not replace them. Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are not designed to inflate in rollover, rear crashes, or in many CAUTION: (Continued) side crashes. And, for some unrestrained - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 74
{CAUTION: Both frontal and roof-mounted side impact airbags inflate with great force, crash. Always wear your safety belt even with frontal airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 75
on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Where Are the Airbags? The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 174 for more information. The driver's frontal airbag - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 76
The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. If your vehicle has a roof-mounted airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is located in the ceiling above the side windows. 76 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 77
put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. And, if your vehicle has roof-mounted side impact airbags, never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 78
The driver's and right front passenger's frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But vehicle hits a narrow object (like a pole), the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object (like a wall). • If the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 79
are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger. For vehicles with roof-mounted rollover airbags, the airbag modules, the inflator, and the airbags are located in the ceiling of the vehicle, near the side windows. 79 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 80
of the airbag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver's airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, and the area along the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows for vehicles with roof-mounted side impact airbags - may be hot for a short time. The parts of the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 81
protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Collection - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 82
riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat, and an older child riding in a booster seat. United States Canada The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible during the system check. When the system check is complete, either the word ON - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 83
need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, never put - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 84
killed if the right front passenger's airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating is off before using a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat position. Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 85
problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger's frontal airbag has been turned off by the passenger sensing system, the off indicator on the instrument panel will light in a rear seat position in the vehicle if one is available and check with your dealer. 85 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 86
will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active. For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, depending upon the person's seating posture and body build - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 87
light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat consider not using seat covers or other - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 88
service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 475. {CAUTION: For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 89
add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, rollover sensor module, instrument panel, steering wheel, ceiling headliner, ceiling and pillar - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 90
covering for the driver's or the right front passenger's airbag, or the side impact airbag covering (if equipped) on the ceiling near the side windows, the airbag may not work properly. You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel, both the airbag module and the instrument panel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 91
system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 92
✍ NOTES 92 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Section 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...114 New Vehicle Break-In ...114 Ignition Positions ...115 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...116 Starting the Engine ...116 Engine Coolant Heater ...118 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...119 Parking Brake ...122 Shifting Into Park - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Controls Storage Areas ...137 Glove Box ...137 Cupholder(s) ...137 Center Console Storage Area ...137 Garment Hooks ...137 Luggage Carrier ...138 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ...140 Rear Seat Armrest ...142 Table ...142 Convenience Net ...143 Cargo Tie Downs ...143 Sunroof ...144 Mirrors - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 95 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 96
keys. Additional keys that are needed can be made at any retail service facility provided you have the key code information. Store this information in a Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 97
try again. • Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See "Battery Replacement" and "Resynchronization" under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 97. • If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. Remote - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 98
Remote Keyless Entry without Remote Start The following functions may be available if your vehicle has the RKE system: / (Remote Vehicle detailed information. K (Unlock): Press the unlock button to unlock the driver's door. If the button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 99
and release this button to locate your vehicle. The turn unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any additional transmitters on page 193 for instructions on how to match RKE transmitters to your vehicle. 99 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 100
work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 101
engine from outside the vehicle. See "REMOTE START" under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 207 for instructions on how to enable and disable this feature. During a remote start, the climate control when doing so. Check local regulations for any 's lights are not visible. The vehicle's doors will - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 102
start, and the engine is still running, turn the key to the RUN position to drive the vehicle. After a remote start, the engine will automatically shut to RUN and then back to LOCK using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again. To manually shut off the engine after a remote start - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 103
not operate if: • The vehicle's key is in the ignition. • The vehicle's hood, liftgate or doors are not closed. • The hazard warning flashers are on. • There is an emission control system malfunction. • The engine coolant temperature is too high. • The oil pressure is low. • Two remote vehicle starts - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 104
prevent this from happening. There are a couple of ways to manually lock or unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use the key in the driver's door. From the inside, use the lock control on the door. {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 105
ignition key and press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle has an automatic lock/unlock feature which enables you to program the power door locks through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 207 for more - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 106
are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them. To open a rear door while the security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch, or by lifting the rear door manual - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 107
Control System" in the Index. CAUTION: (Continued) • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 127. To unlock the liftgate, press the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice or use the power door lock - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 108
with an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. To open the liftgate if this happens, remove the interior trim plug located at the base of the liftgate from inside the vehicle. Use a tool to push the service release lever located on the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 110
along the rod from side-to-side for greater coverage. Express-Down Window The driver's window switch has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the bottom of 110 Visor Vanity Mirrors Your vehicle has covered visor vanity mirrors on both the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 111
approximately two minutes. Arming with the Power Lock Switch The alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the trunk is open and the key is removed from the ignition. Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter The alarm system will - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 112
since last arming. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors or insert your key in ignition and turn - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 113
electrical key codes. If the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel service the PASS-Key® III+ to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance. It is possible for the PASS-Key® III+ decoder to "learn" the transponder value of a new or replacement - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 114
driving and the security light comes on and stays on, you may be able to restart your engine. Your PASS-Key® III+ system, however, may not be working properly and must be serviced premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. • Do not - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 115
release the switch. The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some warning and indicator lights. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACC or RUN - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 116
period of time. Manual Transaxle The shift lever should be in the neutral position and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down. That is a safety feature. Retained Accessory Power (RAP - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 117
in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle's warranty. 117 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 118
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the passenger's side of the engine - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 119
The shift lever is located on the center console. When you change gears, the different shift positions will display on the instrument panel cluster. {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 120
not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 121
would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speeds when shifting your vehicle. Notice: Shifting to a drive gear from Control on page 299. INTERMEDIATE (I): This position is also used for normal driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed without using your brakes - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 122
. Towing or driving on long hills check the transaxle fluid level. You should also check the engine coolant temperature. If it is hot, see Engine Overheating on page 355. Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located to the right of the driver's seat. To set the parking brake, hold the brake - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 123
system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. CAUTION: (Continued) Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 124
fire. You or others could be injured. Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 125
brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) on page 123. When you are ready to drive vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Parking Over Things That Burn {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. 126 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 127
CAUTION: (Continued) {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), . • Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. CAUTION: (Continued) • Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. • Repairs were not done correctly. • Your - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 128
let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See Winter Driving on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 129
to out of the back window. To adjust the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield. To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever toward you to the night position. There are also OnStar® buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face. See your dealer - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 130
not adjusted to account for compass variance, the mirror's compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press the on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 131
. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder, or a similar magnetic item. • The compass does not display by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 132
Outside Power Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on the instrument panel. Outside Convex Mirrors The passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved, creating a wider area of vision for the driver. {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 133
a day, 7 days a week. Not all OnStar® features are available on all vehicles. To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below, or for a full description of OnStar® services and system limitations, see the OnStar® Owner's Guide in your glove box or visit onstar.com. 133 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 134
and Convenience Services Available Services with Safe & Sound® Plan • Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment • Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN (If equipped) Link to Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance AccidentAssist Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 135
service plan in the U.S. or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada, depending on eligibility. To find out more, refer to the OnStar® Owners Guide GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional location so that we can provide you with location-based services. 135 OnStar® Steering Wheel Controls - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 136
signals are unobstructed and available in that place as well. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar® equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar® cannot control that may prevent OnStar® from providing OnStar® service to you at - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 137
To open the glove box, pull the handle to the left and pull the glove box door down until it stops and is fully Garment Hooks Your vehicle has a garment hook located on the rear headliner of the vehicle. Cupholder(s) There are two cupholders located at the lower front of the center console - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 138
paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth - the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has side rails attached to the roof, sliding - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Press the lever down and align the crossrails on both sides with the holes on the siderails. Move the crossrail by hand. There will be a notable click as the pins align into the holes locking the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 140
plastic lower body panel when loading cargo on the luggage carrier. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 315. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check now and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 141
upper or center position, always secure any cargo on the floor beneath the panel/cover. To use the panel in the lower position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down on the back of the panel to lock it in place. The - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 142
the front corners of the panel into the top guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down and pull rearward on the back of the panel to lock it in place. This can be used as a cargo cover for the rear area. The panel may be installed either carpet or plastic side up. The panel may also be used - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 143
may also be four convenience net tie-downs. Two tie-downs are located on the side trim just behind the rear seat and the other two are located on the floor at the rear of the cargo area. Cargo Tie Downs There are cargo tie-downs in the rear of your vehicle that allow you to strap - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 144
controls to operate it are located on the headliner above the rearview mirror. The ignition must be in RUN or ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active, to operate the sunroof. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 116 for more information. To express-open the sunroof glass panel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Panel Battery Run-Down Protection ...163 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...164 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ...165 Climate Controls ...165 Climate Control System ...165 Outlet Adjustment ...169 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...169 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...171 Instrument Panel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 146
188 Cruise Control Light ...188 Reduced Engine Power Light ...188 Highbeam On Light ...189 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...189 All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light ...190 Gate Ajar Light ...190 Door Ajar Light ...190 Service Vehicle Soon Light ...191 Fuel Gage ...191 Low Fuel Warning Light ...192 Driver - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 147
✍ NOTES 147 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Instrument Panel Overview 148 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Button. See Fog Lamps on page 160. I. Power Mirror Control. See Outside Power Mirrors on page 132. J. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 161. K. Cruise Controls. See Cruise Control on page 155. L. Tilt Wheel. See Tilt Wheel on page 151. M. Horn. See Horn on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 150
flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 151
and Lane-Change Signals on page 152. The lever to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and push the lever down. Then, move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever up firmly to lock the column - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 152
drivers won't see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn, check . Then release it. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on. To signal a lane change, raise - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 153
feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To If the blades do become damaged, install new blades or blade inserts. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 380. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 154
& (Delay): Move the lever to this position to set a delay between wipes. Windshield Washer 6 (Delay Adjustment): Move the lever to the delay position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay. 9 (Off): Move the lever to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper and rear wash buttons are located on the instrument panel above the audio system. Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 156
want to use cruise control. The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. [ (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. Setting Cruise Control The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster will come on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 157
then you apply the brakes. This shuts off the cruise control. The cruise symbol in the instrument panel cluster will also go off indicating cruise is no longer engaged. To return to your previously set speed, you do not need to go through the set process again. Once you are driving about 25 mph - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 158
. Of course, applying the brakes ends cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located on the turn signal/multifunction lever. O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with this symbol on it - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • License Plate Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights 53 (Headlamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver's door with the ignition off and the lamps on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 160
When it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamps control is in the automatic position, the headlamps will come on automatically. See Headlamps on page 158. Your vehicle has a light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered, or the headlamps will be on when you - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 161
panel lights. The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Dome Lamp The dome lamp switch has three positions. 9 (Off): The lamp will not come on as long as the switch is in this position. AUTO (Auto): The lamp will come on when a door - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Map Lamps Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp is located over the rear compartment, and is controlled by the dome lamp. See Dome Lamp on page 161. Electric Power Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 163
window defogger, climate control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. It can - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 164
to the battery. This would not be covered by the warranty. Always unplug all electrical devices when turning off your vehicle. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 165
, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle. Operation Temperature Control - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 166
(Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. 6 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield and side windows. The right knob may also be used to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 167
conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. ( (Heated Seats): If your vehicle has heated seats, see Heated Seats on page 10. 6. Once the vehicle - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 168
control system is used properly. air; however, the recirculation light will stay on. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode. - (Defog): This mode directs half of the air to the windshield and the side - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 169
grid, and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The outside air is routed through a passenger compartment air filter before entering the vehicle. This - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 170
tab at the inboard edge of the filter housing. 1. Remove the push pins from the rear of the passenger's side air inlet panel. It is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the push pins from the top and forward edge of the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 171
locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 172
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 173
the tachometer in the solid red area, your vehicle could be damaged. The damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine in the solid red area. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 174
panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. This light - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 175
the ignition key to RUN. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States Canada When the ignition key is turned to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 176
child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag status indicator shows off and the airbag is off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. {CAUTION: Even though the passenger sensing - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 177
This is because the back of the rear-facing front passenger's seat if the airbag lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. {CAUTION: If the off indicator and the airbag readiness light - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 178
off accessories such as the radio and climate control system. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM message may also appear in the Driver Information Center. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 198 for more information. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 179
It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 320. {CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 180
start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 181
to overheat. See Engine Overheating on page 355. Your vehicle could be damaged, and it might not be covered by your warranty. Never drive with the engine coolant temperature warning light on. This light will also come on when starting your vehicle. If it does not, have your vehicle serviced. 181 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 182
off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will accompany the light. Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 183
affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 184
emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. • Light On Steady - An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 185
once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 186
inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 187
could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. After having - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 188
on whenever you set the cruise control. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 155 for more information. Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. Reduced Engine Power Light This light will come on briefly when you - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 189
instrument panel cluster. Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. This light and the SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will come on and stay on to indicate that there may be a problem with the drive system and service is - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 190
information. An ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF message will appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC) too. This light will turn off when the rear drive system cools down. If this light stays on for a while, you need to reset the light. To reset the light, turn the ignition off and then back on again. If - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 191
a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 192 for more information. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 192
, the DIC also displays the outside air temperature when viewing the trip and fuel information. If there is a problem with the system that controls the temperature display, the numbers will be replaced with dashes. If this occurs, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If an abnormal temperature - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 193
the DIC buttons located on the center of the instrument panel. T (Vehicle and set/reset buttons. The button functions are detailed in the following pages. 3 (Trip/Fuel): kilometers (km). This display will also show the outside air temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 194
used at the same time. This display will also show the outside air temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C). Each trip the fuel tank. This estimate will change if driving conditions change. For example, if driving in traffic and making frequent stops, this display - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Engine Oil on page 344. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual remains. The engine oil life system will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 196
condition is detected by the system while driving, a message advising you to check the pressure in a specific tire Battery Warning Light on page 178 for more information. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM. See "SERVICE BATTERY - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 197
TIRE LOCATIONS After rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor, the system must re-learn the tire positions. To re-learn the tire positions, see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 391. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 198
AWD) System on page 293 and All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light on page 190 for more information. BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the charging system detects that the battery is being drained. You may notice that the vehicle attempts to reduce the drain for you by turning off accessories - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 199
If the driver's safety belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. This message is an additional reminder to the Safety Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel cluster. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 173. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when service is - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 200
. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown light comes on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 182. DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver's door is not closed properly. When this message appears, make sure that the driver's door is closed completely. ENGINE HOT A/C (Air - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 201
should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible. ENGINE OVERHEATD (Overheated) STOP ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 202
oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Oil Pressure Light on page 186. Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 203
, make sure that all passenger doors are closed completely. SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE If your vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, this message displays along with the service all-wheel drive light if a problem occurs with this system. See Service All-Wheel Drive Light on page 189. If this - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 204
by your dealer as soon as possible. SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there has been a problem detected with the StabiliTrak® System. A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 181. See StabiliTrak® System on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 205
ignition is in RUN. SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is not functioning properly. A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 181 and Traction Control System (TCS) on page - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 206
displays if the starting of the engine is disabled due to the electronic throttle control system. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately. This message only appears while the ignition is in RUN, and will not disappear until the problem is resolved. This message cannot be acknowledged - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 207
off: • The TCS is turned off by pressing the traction control button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 291 for more information. • The battery is low. • There is a TCS failure. See your dealer for service. DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 208
and place the vehicle in PARK (P). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the button to enter the feature settings menu. If the menu is not available, FEATURE SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PRK (Park) will display. Before entering the menu, make - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 209
. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it. AUTO UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also allows you to select which - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 210
of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it. LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 211
the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 212
setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it. EXIT LIGHTING If it is dark enough outside, this feature allows you to select the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on. This happens - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 213
exterior lights will turn on briefly when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. The lights current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using your RKE - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 214
This feature allows you to set all of the personalization features back to their factory default settings. Press the vehicle information button until will not be set to their factory default settings. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 215
stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them. {CAUTION: This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 216
and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them. Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 217
(reverse) button. You can also turn the tune knob, located on the upper right side of the radio, to adjust the selected setting. The date will or a CD with DVD player, the radio will have a clock button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date, follow these instructions: 1. Turn the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 218
, located on the upper right side of back to the normal radio and time display. To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year, follow these instructions: 1. Press the clock button and then the pushbutton located - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 219
or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. The radio remembers the previous volume setting whenever the radio is turned on. You can still manually adjust the volume by using the volume knob. The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 220
system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, or treble, press the tune knob or EQ button until the desired tone control label appears on the display. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 221
partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check CD automatically pulls back into the player. f (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 222
© SEEK ¨: Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track. If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD. s REV ( - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 223
reporting the problem. Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate is in park (P). See Defensive Driving on page 284 for more information on driver distraction. CD Messages CHECK DISC: If an error message appears - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 224
(MP3) shown, Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. 224 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 225
information is available. While drive. To activate SCV: 1. Set the radio volume to the desired level. 2. Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 3. Press the pushbutton under the AUTO Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 226
4 (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to your favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls (if equipped). See Defensive Driving - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 227
go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, Press the pushbutton located below the FAV 1-6 label. 3. Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located below the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 228
appears on the display or start to manually adjust the bass, midrange, or treble by pressing the tune knob. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance or fade, press the tune knob until the speaker control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 229
MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 2. Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT label. 3. Turn the tune knob to display the category you want removed. 4. Press the pushbutton located under the Remove label until the category name along with the word Removed - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 230
. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an Discs appears on the display. 2. Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs. The CD player for further detail. Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 231
been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the the CD is not removed, after several seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing. For the Six-Disc CD player - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 232
© SEEK ¨: Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track. If either SEEK arrow is held, or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Device Found" appears on the display. CD Messages CHECK DISC: If an error message appears on the display normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem while - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio auxiliary device while the vehicle is in park (P). See Defensive Driving on page 284 for more information on driver distraction. To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 235
receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station . If your vehicle has a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, it has a CD/DVD radio. See Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269 for more - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 236
audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™; In the U.S. at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-852-XMXM (9696) or in Canada at www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-GET-XMSR (438-9677 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 237
with a strong signal that are in the selected band. 4 (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press the information button to display additional text information related to the on the display. When information is not available, No Info appears on the display. 237 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 238
Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to your favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, if the vehicle has them. See Defensive Driving each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 239
level adjusts to the middle position. To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, press the tune knob for more than two seconds equipped with a Bose® audio system, your EQ settings are either MANUAL or TALK. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 240
MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 2. Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT label. 3. Turn the tune knob to display the category you want removed. 4. Press the pushbutton located under the Remove label until the category name along with the word Removed - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 241
service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. Playing a CD (In Either the DVD or CD Slot) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side The CD is controlled by the buttons on the radio faceplate. The DVD/CD decks, (upper slot is the DVD deck and the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 242
inserted, the text label DVD or CD symbol appears on the left side of the radio display. has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom pulls back into the player. 242 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 243
If the CD is not removed, after several seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player. If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed, such unknown format, etc., and the disc fails to eject, press and hold the DVD eject button for more than five seconds to force the disc to eject. © - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 244
AUX (if available). See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s)" later in this section, or Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269, "Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks" for more information. If a disc is inserted into top DVD slot, the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 245
, or Rear Seat Entertainment System on with a CD and DVD, it is capable driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 246
by the buttons on the radio faceplate. See "Remote Control", under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269 for more information. The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of most DVDs. The DVD slot of the radio is compatible with most - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 247
seat occupant from operating the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system or remote control. A lock symbol appears next to the clock display. The parental control feature remains on until a subsequent press and hold of the power button is performed (more than two seconds), or until the driver DVD, to manually - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 248
not play, refer to the on-screen instructions, if available. DVD-V (Video) Display Buttons Once a DVD-V is inserted, the radio display menu shows several tag options for DVD playing. Press the pushbuttons located under any desired tag option during DVD playback. See the tag options listed below - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 249
page 269 for more information. The Video Screen does not automatically power on when the DVD-A is inserted into the DVD slot. It must be manually turned on by the rear seat occupant through the remote control power button. q (Return): Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 250
notification for the customer to see through the radio display, but VSM has a text field that shows audio stream changing. Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a DVD without turning off the system, press the stop button on the remote control, or press the pushbutton located under the stop - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 251
5 seconds to force the disc to eject. DVD Radio Error Messages Player Error: This message is displayed when there are disc load or eject problems. Disc Format Error: This message appears on the display, if the disc is inserted with the disc label wrong side up, or if the disc is damaged. Disc - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 252
an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. is in park (P). See Defensive Driving on page 284 for more information on driver distraction. To use a portable the DVD/CD Aux button on the radio faceplate until "Rear Aux Input" displays on the radio. The RSA or DVD Screen - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 253
". If a front auxiliary device is connected, the DVD/CD AUX button cycles through all available options, such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front AUX, and Rear AUX (if available). See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s)" later in this section, or Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269, "Audio/Video - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 254
structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each less. • Avoid subfolders. The system can support up to 8 subfolders deep, however, keep reduce the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback. • Make sure - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 255
only playlists and compressed audio files, but no folders, all files are located under the root folder. The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists When the CD-R contains only compressed files, the files are located under the root folder. The next and previous folder functions are - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 256
32 characters or four pages are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of text handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check side up. The player pulls it in, and the CD-R should begin playing. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 257
ejected, Remove Disc appears on the display. The CD-R can be removed. If the CD-R is not removed, after several seconds, the CD-R automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing. For the Six-Disc CD player, press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 258
on the CD-R and begins playing MP3 files by that artist. If you want to listen to MP3 files by another artist, press the pushbutton located below either arrow button. The CD goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order. Continue pressing either button until the desired artist displays - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 259
To change from playback by artist to playback by album, press the pushbutton located below the Sort By label. From the sort screen, push one of the buttons below the album button. Press the pushbutton below the back label to return to the main music navigator screen. Now the album name is displayed - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 260
DVD MP3/WMA files on the DVD deck. On the CD deck, maximum combination of 512 files and folders. The DVD player (upper slot) is able to read 255 makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder • Avoid subfolders. The system can support up to 8 subfolders deep, however - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 261
When the CD-R contains only compressed files, the files are located under the root folder. The next and previous folder functions are not only playlists and compressed audio files, but no folders, all files are located under the root folder. The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 262
In Either the DVD or CD Slot) Insert a CD-R partway into either the top or bottom slot, label side up. The (to move up or down through available folders), a PL tag if the disc has a Playlist available, and a Music Navigator tag. If are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of text and the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 263
of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 264
the CD-R is not removed, after several seconds, the CD-R automatically pulls back into the player. If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed, such unknown format, etc., and the disc fails to eject, press and hold the DVD eject button for more than five seconds to force the disc to eject. 264 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 265
shown on the second line of the display between the arrows. If you want to listen to MP3 files by another artist, press the pushbutton located below either arrow button. You will go to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order. Continue pressing either button until the desired artist is - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 266
button cycles through all available options, such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front AUX, and Rear AUX (if available). See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s)" later in this section, or Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 269 Rear Seat Entertainment System, "Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks" for more information - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 267
any others, can be blocked at a customer's request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM is functioning correctly, but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™ signal. When you service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available Channel Off Air - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 268
check with your dealer. XM Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Hardware failure XM™ Not Available - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 269
. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. See the Navigation System manual for some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving. Before You Drive The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 270
have an ON/OFF switch and a volume control. To use the headphones, turn the switch to ON. An indicator light located on the headphones will illuminate. If the light does not illuminate, the batteries may need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section for more information - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 271
pads can be ordered in pairs. See your dealer for more information. Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: 1. Turn the screw with a coin or screw driver to loosen, then slide open the battery door located on the left side of the headphones. 2. Replace the two AAA batteries - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 272
an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on. If the video screen is in the DVD player mode, pressing the AUX button on the remote control will switch the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary device - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 273
signal to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available. See "Headphones" earlier in this section for more information. When a device is connected to the radio's auxiliary input jack, if your vehicle has this feature, or A/V jacks, the rear seat passengers will be able to hear audio from the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 274
does not seem to be working, the batteries may need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section. Objects blocking the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD slot, the remote control power button can be used to turn on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Remote Control Buttons v (Title): Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD. This function may vary for each disc. y (Main Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. Use the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons to move the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 276
playing, depending on the radio, you may be able to do slow play by pressing the pause button then pressing the fast forward button. The DVD will continue playing in a slow play mode. You may also, depending on the radio, perform reverse slow play by pressing the pause button and then - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 277
to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. Battery Replacement To change the remote control batteries, do the following: 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control. 2. Replace the two AA batteries in the compartment. Make sure that - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 278
make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window. Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly. If the stop button was pressed one time, the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped. If the stop button was pressed - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 279
problems. Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed, if the disc is inserted with the disc label wrong side code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed and the radio to be returned to your GM dealer. DVD Distortion Video distortion may occur when operating cellular - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 280
depending on your vehicles options. Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: g ( say "OnStar" to enter OnStar® mode. See the OnStar® System on page 133 in this manual for more information. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between AM, FM, XM ( - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 281
next radio station and stay there. If you have the navigation system, some of the audio steering wheel controls work when a DVD is playing in the navigation radio. See the Navigation System manual for more information. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 282
from the center to the edge. Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by grasping located on the roof of your vehicle. This type of antenna is used with an AM/FM radio, and if your vehicle has the OnStar® and/or the XM™ Satellite Radio Service - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 283
and Your Vehicle ...284 Defensive Driving ...284 Drunken Driving ...285 Control of a Vehicle ...288 Braking ...288 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...289 Braking in Emergencies ...291 Traction Control System (TCS) ...291 StabiliTrak® System ...292 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...293 Steering ...294 Off - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 284
, it means "Always expect the unexpected." Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 285
safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is "too much" if someone plans to drive? It problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: • The amount of alcohol consumed • The drinker's body - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 286
, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in most U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For example - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 287
driver having a collision is 12 times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is 25 times greater! The body has been drinking - driver or passenger - is in a crash, that person's chance collision if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 288
That means you can lose control of your vehicle. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 291. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 333. Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 178. Braking action involves perception time - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 289
's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 333. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, ABS will check itself. You - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 290
ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 291
to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin. Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 292
longer a current need to limit wheel spin. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. If the light does not come on, you may not have traction control and your vehicle should be serviced by a dealer. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 293
the traction control system and StabiliTrak® warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on if there is a problem with the system. When this light and the SERVICE STABILITRAK message are on, the system is not operational. Adjust your driving accordingly. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 294
, turn the ignition off and then back again. If the light stays on, see your dealer for service. See "All Wheel Drive Off" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 198 for more information. Steering Electric Power Steering If the engine stalls while you are driving, the power steering assist system - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 295
driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here is why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can "drive" through the curve. Maintain - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 296
problems by braking problem. Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. See Braking problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 297
edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 298
• Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sides, glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot. • Check your vehicle's mirrors, glance over your shoulder, mirror, activate the right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. Remember that your vehicle's passenger side outside mirror - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 299
and StabiliTrak® System on page 292. Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems - brakes, steering, and acceleration - do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 300
snow on the road to make a mirrored surface - and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. 300 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 301
eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses lighted objects. Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness - the inability to see in dim light - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 302
washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 303
as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 304
or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 305
before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 306
driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 307
miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 308
, with a comfortably cool interior. • Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. • If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 309
not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope. • • { Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. As you go - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 310
help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle. Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet grip, and will need to be very careful. Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 311
292. What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°F (0°C), and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Brake System (ABS) on page 289. • Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered If you do not have blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. Open a window just a little on the side of the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 314
35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer. Notice: Spinning the wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting the transaxle back and forth, you can destroy the transaxle. See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 315 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. 315 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 316
this section. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs" center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver's door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 317
4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle. If your vehicle can tow a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 322 for - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 319
control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not overload your vehicle. 319 A vehicle specific Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver's door - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 320
is a crash, they will keep going. Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Trip on page 307. Dinghy Towing Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground. Your vehicle was not - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 322
designed for towing. 5. Release the parking brake. Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground. If - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 323
different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability, and control. See "Hitches" later in this section. • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it you can write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 460 for more includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 325
flated to the upper limit for cold tires. You will find these numbers on the Certification/Tire Label at the rear edge of the driver's door, or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 315. Then be sure you do not go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 326
be sure to use a properly mounted, weight-carrying hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. • Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 327
the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 328
when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring. The arrows on your instrument panel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 329
place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to PARK (P). 5. Release the regular brakes. 329 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 330
are automatic transaxle fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you are trailering, it is a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...357 Cooling System ...358 Windshield Washer Fluid ...364 Brakes ...365 Battery ...368 Jump Starting ...368 All-Wheel Drive ...374 Bulb Replacement ...375 Halogen Bulbs ...376 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...427 Service Parts Identification Label ...428 Electrical System ...428 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...428 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...429 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...429 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...429 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...431 Capacities and Speci - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 333
emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like anti-lock brakes, traction control and stability control. Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty. GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 334
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. • Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 335
you drive, commonly referred to as spark knock. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 336
plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty. Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 337
the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 338
. The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger's side of the vehicle. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 339
This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 183. {CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle, to the left of the brake pedal. {CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 341
3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see the following: 342 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 343
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 349. B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 344. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See "Checking Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 344. D. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes on page 365. E. Engine - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for the location - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Overview on page 342 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range in the cross-hatched area. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through. SAE 5W-30 may not appear on - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 346
use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 347
over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer has GM-trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is also important to check your oil regularly and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 348
pedal three times within five seconds. The change engine oil light will flash while the system is resetting. 3. When the light stops flashing, turn the key to LOCK. If the light or message comes back on and stays on when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 349
on page 342 for more information on location. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. Turn off the engine. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 350
3. Disconnect the crank case ventilation tube. 4. Loosen the screws on the clamps holding the air outlet duct in place. Do not pry the clamps off. 5. Remove the air outlet duct. 350 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 351
can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving. 351 6. Undo the clamps on the filter cover. To remove the cover, pull up on the front and then pull the cover out. 7. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. Wipe all dust - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 352
. • Help keep the proper engine temperature. • Let the warning lights and gages work as they should engine coolant may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 353
be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Notice: If you use extra - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 354
a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD FILL line. When your engine is warm, the level should be at the COLD FILL line or a little higher. The surge tank is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 355
in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 198. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. When replacing the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 356
would not be covered by your warranty. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 357 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning can indicate a serious problem. If you get an engine overheat warning, but - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 357
hood but to get service help right away. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode lets your vehicle be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 358
lift the hood, here is what you will see: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 359
the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 360
Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 361
be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant. Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 362
1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one-quarter of a turn. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. This will - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 363
level reaches the COLD FILL line. 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight. 6. After driving the vehicle, check the level in the surge tank again when surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 364
with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for reservoir location. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 365
master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for the location of the reservoir. So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you will have - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 366
could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. Notice: • Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 367
vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Properly torqued wheel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 368
an ACDelco® replacement battery. For battery replacement, see your dealer or the service manual. To purchase a service manual, see Service and Owner Publications in Service Publications Ordering Information on page 475. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 369
an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake. Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 370
block cover. The remote negative (−) terminal is located in the front of the engine compartment, near the engine oil dipstick. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for more information on the location of the remote positive (+) terminal and the engine oil dipstick. {CAUTION: An electric - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 371
light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 372
of the negative (−) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. Your vehicle has a remote negative (−) terminal for this purpose - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 373
from the other vehicle. 5. Return the fuse block cover to its original position. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative (−) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative (−) Terminals C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal 373 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Wheel Drive If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. How to Check Lubricant Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check ller plug hole, located on the transfer - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 375
(Rear Drive Module) When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 380. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. AWD - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 376
you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 340 for more - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 377
4. Remove the three headlamp assembly attachment screws. 5. Pull the radiator cover/front grill toward you and pull the headlamp assembly up and out from the vehicle. A. Parking Lamp B. Sidemarker Lamp C. Low/High-Beam Headlamp D. Turn Signal Lamp 377 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 378
Press the clip (A) on the electrical connector when replacing the low-beam or high-beam bulb, then pull it straight off. 8. Place the retaining ring over the bulb/socket and turn it clockwise to tighten it and secure the bulb/socket. 9. Connect the electrical connector. 10. Reverse Steps 1 through - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 379
on page 107 for more information. 2. Remove the taillamp screw covers and then remove the two screws. 3. Carefully slide the taillamp assembly outward to clear the stud (see arrow) and then rearward and away from the body of the vehicle. 4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to disconnect - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 380
each of the license plate lamps to the liftgate handle. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-Up Lamp Front Parking Lamp Front Sidemarker Lamp Front Turn Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 381
replace the rear window wiper blade, do the following: 1. Make sure that the rear wiper is off. 2. Pull the wiper away from the rear window. 3. Pull up the release clip, located at the connecting point of the blade and the arm. Then, pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 382
service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer's booklet included with your vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) • Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check replace - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 383
and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 384
The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. Compact Spare Tire Example (A) Temporary emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If your vehicle has a - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 385
side may have the date of manufacture. (D) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. The letter T as the first character in the tire size means - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 386
letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire. The load index represents the load carry capacity - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 387
. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission/transaxle, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 388
on page 315. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 389
the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 390
on the label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. For handling and ride comfort. Never load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 391
uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, except for the spare tire. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle's tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. Each tire - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 392
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 393
if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. If the system detects a missing or inoperable sensor, an error message SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM will be shown on the DIC display. If you have replaced a tire/wheel assembly without transferring the TPMS sensors, the error message - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 394
order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your dealer for service. The TPMS sensors may also be matched to each tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure. When - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 395
the confirming horn chirp for the driver side rear tire, the tire learning process ends. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK. 11. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the tire and loading information label. 12. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems. Federal - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 396
000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 397 and Wheel Replacement on page 402 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 397
a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. 397 {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 398
Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 399
If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle's tires with those that do not have - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 400
and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance of these systems can be affected. See Buying New Tires on page 398 and Accessories - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 401
available on General Motors passenger cars and light dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 402
could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 403
without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 404
side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 405
from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. When your vehicle has a flat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 406
rear compartment storage panel/cover, you will have to remove it to access the load floor. See Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover on page 140 . 4. Locate the jack and wheel wrench, which are located on the driver's side of the rear cargo area, behind an access door. Pull out the access door to reach - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 407
fastener straps holding the bag containing the wheel wrench. Remove the wheel wrench from the bag. 7. Extend the socket portion of the wrench from the handle. 2. Pull the cover or center cap away from the wheel. 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. Removing - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 408
you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. With the jack head positioned correctly on the metal jacking flange, it should look like this from underneath. 6. Find the arrow on the plastic lower body panel. Position the jack head under the metal jacking flange and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 409
slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Do not lift the vehicle using the plastic lower body panel. 7. Put the compact spare tire near you. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 410
the vehicle slips off the jack. Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire. 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground. 410 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 411
. 11. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 10. Remove the flat tire. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 412
come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 413
spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It will not fit. Store the wheel cover in the cargo area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 16. Lower the jack all the way - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 414
. To store the flat or spare tire and tools, do the following: 1. Place the wheel wrench into the bag. 2. Use the hook and loop fastener straps to secure the bag to the fully collapsed jack. 3. Install the jack in the left side panel of cargo area and secure with the wing bolt. 4. Remove the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 415
6. Remove the cap, if your vehicle has one, from the center of the load floor. Position the rod through the hole. Replace the rear compartment storage panel/cover and/or table load floor over the wheel stow rod through the hole in the floor. 7. Place the flat, or damaged tire, face down, on the load - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 416
was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. -size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the spare with a guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 417
because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle's interior. When to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle's interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle's doors and windows. Dust - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 418
cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. • Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. • Damage to solvents or dry cleaning products. Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. • Clean up stains as soon as you can, - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 419
be removed with club soda water. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft white cloth. , try the cleaner in an inconspicuous area to make sure the cleaner does not affect the color of the fabric. 2. For liquids: blot the stain with a clean, soft white cloth. - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 420
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee, tea, milk, fruit, fruit juice, jelly, cheese, chocolate, vomit, urine, and blood can be removed using the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 421
non-uniform manner. Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 422
The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 422. Finish Care Occasional waxing or - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 423
gloss to the colored basecoat. Always painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible. Windshield and Wiper Blades Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. 423 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 424
silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Do - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 425
anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 426
. Although no defect in the paint exterior polishing cloth. Removes tar, road oil, and asphalt. Use on chrome or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 427
swirl marks, fine scratches, and other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches and protects finish. Cleans, shines, panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 428
's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 429
and fire caused by electrical problems. Your vehicle has an underhood fuse block and an instrument panel fuse block. To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, refer to the Fuse Usage Chart on the inside surface of the fuse panel door. Remove the console cover to access the fuse - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 430
Liftgate Airbags Heated Seats Driver's Side Turn Signal Door Locks 15 16 17 18 19 Usage SPARE SPARE 14 Usage Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Power Mirrors Passenger's Side Turn Signal Amplifier Steering Wheel Illumination Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Infotainment Climate Control System, Remote - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 431
OnStar® Usage Body Control Module Engine Compartment Fuse Block Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Dimmer Interior Lights Usage Retained Accessory Power Relay Rear Defogger Relay Usage Power Windows Power Seats Empty Usage The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 432
Spare Stoplamp Passenger's Side Low-Beam Driver's Side High-Beam Battery Main 3 Spare Engine Control Module, Battery Transmission Control Module, Battery Trailer Park Lamp Auxiliary Power Not Used Spare Spare Anti-lock Brake System Air Conditioning Clutch Driver's Side Low-Beam Daytime Running - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 433
Usage Driver's Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal Spare Fuel Pump Not Used All-Wheel Drive Regulated Voltage Control Passenger's Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal Spare Front, Rear Washer Rear Defogger Anti-lock Brake System Motor Battery Main 2 Daytime Running Lamps Fog Lamps Air Conditioning - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 434
, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. 10.5 qt 9.9 L 4.0 qt 3.8 L Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Front-Wheel Drive 20.5 gal 77.6 L All-Wheel Drive 16.6 gal 62.8 L Transaxle - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 435
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...444 At Each Fuel Fill ...445 At Least Once a Month ...445 At Least Once a Year ...446 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...448 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...449 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...450 Maintenance Record ...451 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 436
: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Have you - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 437
is important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 438
and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 315. • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 335. The services in - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 439
your vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuine GM parts. Scheduled Maintenance When the change engine oil light and/or CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 440
System on page 347 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the change engine oil light and/or CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for "Maintenance I" and - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 441
on page 344. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 347. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 349. See footnote (l). Rotate tires - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 442
(normal service). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 443
proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 444
this service. See Engine Coolant on page 352 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) Check system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 445
oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notification. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires. See Tire - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 446
Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 447
until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. • To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. {CAUTION: When you are doing - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 448
-3 brake fluid. Windshield GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Washer Use only T-IV Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic (GM Part No. U.S. 88900925, Transaxle in Canada 22689186). See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 352. Usage Usage Key Lock Cylinders Carrier Assembly - Differential (Rear Drive Module - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 449
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Replacement Battery Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blades Driver's Side - 24 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 450
Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.4L V6 Engine 450 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 451
are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 436. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 444 can be added on the following record pages. You - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 452
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 452 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 453
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 453 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 454
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 454 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 455
to the Canadian Government ...474 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...474 Service Publications Ordering Information ...475 Customer Assistance and Information ...456 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...456 Online Owner Center ...459 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...460 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 456
(VIN). This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. • Dealership name and location. • Vehicle delivery date and present mileage (kilometers). When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 458
. Alternatively, you may call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or you may write to: The Mediation/Arbitration Program c/o Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 459
manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Refer to www.MyGMLink.com on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle. My GM Canada - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 460
Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 461
controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details 800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 461 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 462
Who is Covered? Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving this vehicle without the consent of the owner is not eligible for coverage. The following services are provided in the U.S. during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period and, in Canada - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 463
replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. • Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. Additional Services for Canadian Customers • Trip Routing Service: Upon Request, Roadside Assistance will send you detailed, computer - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 464
instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet's Bumper-to-Bumper warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the new Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for parts and labor for non-warranty repairs are the responsibility of the driver. 464 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 465
services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 466
to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper (U.S.) or Base Warranty Coverage period (Canada), provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 467
. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 468
if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair. Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts. This requires that you sign shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 469
System (ABS), to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 470
® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 471
any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 472
accident. • Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right. if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. • Give the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver's name, the service's name - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 473
replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 474
2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 475
the service bulletin from Helm, Inc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US + Processing Fee Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 476
. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 477
Drive ...374 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...293 All-Wheel-Drive Service Light ...189 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...289 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ...180 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ...424 Care of Safety Belts ...421 Chemical Paint Spotting ...426 Cleaning Exterior - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 478
B Battery ...Electric Power Management ...Run-Down Protection ...Battery Warning Light ...Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...Emergencies ...Parking ...System Warning Light ...Brakes ...Braking ...Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In, New Vehicle ...Bulb Replacement - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 479
, 322 Care of Safety Belts ...421 Your CD and DVD Player ...282 Your CDs and DVDs ...282 Cargo Lamp ...162 Cargo Tie Downs ...143 CD, MP3 ...253, 260 Center Console Storage Area ...137 Chains, Tire ...403 Check Engine Light ...183 Checking Things Under the Hood ...340 Chemical Paint Spotting ...426 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 480
Control System ...165 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ...169 Outlet Adjustment ...169 Collision Damage Repair ...470 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ...39 Compact Spare Tire ...416 Compass ...129, 131 Content Theft-Deterrent ...111 Control of a Vehicle ...288 Convenience Net ...143 Coolant Engine - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 481
310 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System ...269 E Electric Power Management ...Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...Windshield Wiper Fuses ...Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Battery ...Change Engine Oil Light - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 482
F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...Finish Damage ...Flashers, Hazard Warning ...Flash-to-Pass ...Flat Tire ...349 425 150 153 404 Flat Tire, Changing ...404 Flat Tire, Storing ...414 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...352 Windshield Washer ...364 Fog Lamp Light ...188 Fog Lamps ...160 Folding Rear Seat ...17 - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 483
...152 On Reminder ...159 Heated Seats ...10 Heater ...165 Height Adjuster, Driver Seat ...9 Highbeam On Light ...189 Highway Hypnosis ...308 Hill and Mountain Roads ...308 Hood Checking Things Under ...340 Release ...340 Horn ...150 How to Use This Manual ...4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 484
...57 License Plate Lamps ...380 Liftgate ...107 Light Airbag Readiness ...174 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...180 Battery Warning ...178 Brake System Warning ...178 Change Engine Oil ...187 Cruise Control ...188 Door Ajar ...190 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ...181 Fog Lamp ...188 Gate - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 485
Lumbar Manual Controls ...10 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...At Each Fuel Fill ...At Least Once a Month ...At Least Once a Year ...Introduction ...Maintenance Footnotes ...Maintenance Record ...Maintenance Requirements ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...Owner Checks - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 486
(s), Accessory Power ...164 Outside Convex Mirrors ...132 Power Mirrors ...132 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...357 Owner Checks and Services ...444 Owners, Canadian ...3 N Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...269 New Vehicle Break-In ...114 Normal Maintenance Replacement - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 487
Brake ...122 Over Things That Burn ...126 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...175 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...169 Passenger Sensing System ...82 Passing ...297 PASS-Key® III+ ...112 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ...113 Power Accessory Outlet(s) ...164 Door Locks ...105 Reduced Engine Light - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 488
System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ...90 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...91 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...116 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...35 Roadside Assistance Program ...462 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...315 Routing, Engine Drive Belt - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 489
...9 Split Folding Rear Seat ...17 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position ...64 Right Front Seat Position ...66 Security Light ...188 Service ...333 Accessories and Modifications ...333 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...335 All-Wheel-Drive Light ...189 California Proposition - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 490
294 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...280 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...151 Storage Garment Hooks ...137 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...137 Convenience Net ...143 Cupholder(s) ...137 Glove Box ...137 Luggage Carrier ...138 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ...140 Rear Seat Armrest - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 491
...Wheel Replacement ...When It Is Time for New Tires ...Towing Recreational Vehicle ...Towing a Trailer ...Your Vehicle ... 398 403 404 425 416 400 404 390 396 407 391 407 406 414 383 387 400 402 402 397 320 322 320 Traction Control System (TCS) ...Control System Warning Light ...StabiliTrak - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | Owner's Manual - Page 492
Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...Service Parts Identification Label ...Vehicle Personalization DIC ...Ventilation Adjustment ...Visors ... 469 427 428 207 169 110 W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...171 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ...198
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Seats and Restraint Systems
.......................
7
Front Seats
..............................................
8
Rear Seats
.............................................
17
Safety Belts
............................................
19
Child Restraints
......................................
43
Airbag System
........................................
72
Restraint System Check
.........................
90
Features and Controls
................................
93
Keys
.......................................................
95
Doors and Locks
..................................
104
Windows
...............................................
109
Theft-Deterrent Systems
.......................
111
Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
.....................................
114
Mirrors
..................................................
129
OnStar
®
System
...................................
133
Storage Areas
......................................
137
Sunroof
................................................
144
Instrument Panel
.......................................
145
Instrument Panel Overview
...................
148
Climate Controls
...................................
165
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
....
171
Driver Information Center (DIC)
............
192
Audio System(s)
...................................
215
Driving Your Vehicle
.................................
283
Your Driving, the Road, and Your
Vehicle
..............................................
284
Towing
.................................................
320
Service and Appearance Care
..................
331
Service
.................................................
333
Fuel
......................................................
335
Checking Things Under the Hood
.........
340
All-Wheel Drive
.....................................
374
Bulb Replacement
................................
375
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
...
380
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