Chevrolet Equinox 2013 User Manual

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Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 5/21/12
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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-32
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-37
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Chevrolet Equinox 2013 Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	Equinox 2013
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel layout and controls.

Performance and Maintenance

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Covers key types, remote keyless entry system, and door lock operation.

Vehicle Security

Windows

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper adjustment and installation of head restraints for safety.

Front Seats

Safety Belts

Details on safety belt usage, proper wear, and child restraint.

Airbag System

Explanation of airbag types, operation, and safety precautions.

Child Restraints

Guidance on selecting and installing child restraints for different age groups.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Overview of steering wheel, horn, wipers, clock, and power outlets.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its displays.

Vehicle Messages

Catalog of vehicle messages and their meanings for driver notification.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Radio

Audio Players

Phone

Covers Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and making calls.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

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

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Brakes

Information on antilock brakes, parking brake, and brake assist.

Ride Control Systems

Explanation of Traction Control (TCS) and StabiliTrak® system.

Cruise Control

Object Detection Systems

Information on Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and Ultrasonic Parking Assist.

Fuel

Towing

General towing information, driving characteristics, and trailer tips.

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Bulb Replacement

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire maintenance, rotation, and replacement.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Maintenance Schedule

Owner checks and services for normal and severe driving conditions.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Customer Information

Reporting Safety Defects

OnStar®

Overview of OnStar system, services, and additional information.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

OnStar Services

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