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Chevrolet Equinox 2012 User Manual

Chevrolet Equinox 2012
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Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-34
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-34
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-36
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-20
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-29
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-35
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-40
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-64
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42

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Chevrolet Equinox 2012 Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
ModelEquinox 2012
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's front dashboard controls and displays, including levers and buttons.

Initial Drive Information

Key features for initial vehicle operation and information, including remote keyless entry.

Vehicle Features

Details on various vehicle features like radio, Bluetooth, cruise control, and navigation.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, locks, remote entry systems, and remote vehicle start.

Door Locks

Operation of power door locks, safety locks, and manual door unlocking.

Liftgate

Manual and power liftgate operation, including safety warnings.

Windows

Operation of power windows, express down feature, and window lockout.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper installation and adjustment of front and rear head restraints for safety.

Front Seats

Seat adjustment, lumbar support, power seat controls, and memory seat features.

Safety Belts

Proper use, wear, and safety of seat belts for all occupants.

Airbag System

Details on airbag types, operation, deployment, and important safety precautions.

Child Restraints

Guidance on selecting, installing, and using child safety seats for various age groups.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Location and operation of interior storage areas like glove box and center console.

Additional Storage Features

Information on cargo cover, tie-downs, and convenience nets for rear storage.

Roof Rack System

Use, adjustment, and safety guidelines for roof rack cross rails.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Steering wheel adjustment and controls, horn, windshield wipers, and washer operation.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators and their meanings.

Information Displays

Operation of the Driver Information Center (DIC) and interpretation of vehicle messages.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Controls for headlamps, fog lamps, turn signals, and automatic headlamp system.

Interior Lighting

Operation of reading lamps, dome lamps, and instrument panel illumination.

Lighting Features

Information on entry lighting and battery load management features.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of infotainment system features and important safety warnings.

Radio

AM/FM radio operation, CD player, satellite radio, and control buttons.

Audio Players

Details on CD and MP3 playback, USB connectivity, and auxiliary devices.

Phone

Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and phone controls for hands-free calls.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Operation of heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation systems.

Air Vents

How to direct airflow using interior air outlets and thumbwheel controls.

Maintenance

Procedures for inspecting and replacing the passenger compartment air filter.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Guidance on distracted driving, defensive driving, and drunk driving safety.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Automatic Transmission

Operation of automatic transmission, manual mode, and fuel economy.

Drive Systems

Details on All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system operation and its interaction with other systems.

Brakes

Information on Antilock Brake System (ABS), parking brake, and brake assist features.

Ride Control Systems

Operation of Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak® system.

Cruise Control

How to set, resume, and use cruise control safely on various roads.

Object Detection Systems

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and Ultrasonic Parking Assist system functions.

Fuel

Recommended fuel types, octane ratings, E85 usage, and filling the tank.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Importance of dealer service and using genuine GM parts for vehicle maintenance.

Vehicle Checks

Guidance for performing basic vehicle checks and service tasks safely.

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking, adding, and selecting the correct engine oil.

Cooling System

Coolant levels, types, and system maintenance procedures.

Engine Overheating

Causes, warnings, and actions to take for engine overheating.

Brakes

Disc brake operation, wear indicators, and brake fluid checks.

Battery

Safety warnings, vehicle storage, and battery maintenance.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire maintenance, rotation, inspection, and replacement.

Tire Pressure

Importance of proper tire inflation and consequences of under/overinflation.

Tire Pressure Monitor System

How the TPMS works and its warning indicators for low pressure.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Towing

General towing information and guidelines for transporting the vehicle.

Appearance Care

Tips for maintaining the vehicle's exterior finish and paint.

Interior Care

Cleaning techniques and precautions for the vehicle's interior surfaces.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of regular maintenance for vehicle performance and value.

Maintenance Schedule

Required maintenance intervals for normal and severe driving conditions.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Specifies approved fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts for the vehicle.

Maintenance Records

Section for recording service history and retaining maintenance receipts.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and service parts label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for engine cooling, oil, fuel, and transmission.

Engine Drive Belt Routing

Diagrams showing drive belt routing for 2.4L L4 and 3.0L V6 engines.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving customer concerns with dealership or GM.

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedures for reporting safety defects to government and General Motors.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on event data recorders and vehicle data privacy policies.

OnStar®

Overview of OnStar system, services, and additional information.

Navigation System

Instructions for using the vehicle's navigation system and voice commands.

Radio Frequency Statement

FCC and Industry Canada compliance statement for vehicle radio frequency systems.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

General introduction to the OnStar system and its key features.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

OnStar Additional Information

Further details on OnStar services, system operation, and potential issues.

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