2005 Chevrolet Equinox Owner's Manual - Page 79

Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. CAUTION: (Continued) • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-24. To unlock the liftgate, press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch. To lock the liftgate, press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or use the power door lock switch. The liftgate does not have a key lock cylinder. To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle located in the center of the liftgate When closing the liftgate, use the molded handles to pull the liftgate down. Push the liftgate closed until it latches. Liftgate {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can not see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate or liftglass: • Make sure all other windows are shut. • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System in the Index. CAUTION: (Continued) 2-9