2013 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - Page 38

2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press { to activate the safety locks. When activated, the indicator light in the switch changes to amber. Press { again to deactivate the safety locks. If a rear door handle is pulled when the safety lock is deactivated, that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash. Release the handle, then press the safety lock twice to deactivate the safety locks. Safety Locks Doors Liftgate { WARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . . Base Radio Shown, Uplevel Similar The rear door safety locks switch is on the instrument panel. Rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Close all of the windows. Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. (Continued)