2007 CHEVROLET EQUINOX coolant temperature

The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if:
The vehicle’s key is in the ignition.
The vehicle’s hood, liftgate or doors are
not closed.
The hazard warning ashers 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 have already been
used. The maximum number of remote starts
or remote start attempts between ignition
cycles with the key is two.
Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start
feature are shipped from the factory with the
remote vehicle start system enabled. The system
may be enabled or disabled through the DIC.
See “REMOTE START” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 207for additional
information.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle
start feature, it may have the remote start ready
feature. This feature allows your dealer to add the
manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature.
If your vehicle has the remote start ready feature,
your RKE transmitter will have extended range
that will allow you to lock or unlock your vehicle
from approximately 195 feet (60 m) away.
See your dealer if you would like to add the
manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature to
your vehicle.
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Engine Coolant Heater
If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold
weather 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant
heater can help. You will get easier starting
and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged
in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C),
use of the coolant heater is not required. Your
vehicle may also have an internal thermostat
in the plug end of the cord. This will prevent
operation of the engine coolant heater when
the temperature is at or above 0°F (−18°C)
as noted on the cord.
To Use 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 compartment, near the
radiator.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC
outlet.
{CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded
outlet could cause an electrical shock.
Also, the wrong kind of extension cord
could overheat and cause a re. You
could be seriously injured. Plug the cord
into a properly grounded three-prong
110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not
reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
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, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater
plugged in? The answer depends on the outside
temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some
other things. Instead of trying to list everything here,
we ask that you contact your dealer in the area
where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer
can give you the best advice for that particular area.
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Transaxle Overheating
If the transaxle uid temperature rises above
284°F (140°C) or rises rapidly, the Engine
Coolant Temperature Warning Light will ash. See
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on
page 181for more information. When the transaxle
overheats it will go into a protection mode and
will default shift into fth gear if in the DRIVE (D)
position, or second gear if in the LOW (L)
position. Continue driving the vehicle in either
position depending on the required vehicle speed
and load. Once the uid temperature lowers to
the normal temperature range, the transaxle
will return to the normal shift patterns. Towing or
driving on long hills can cause the transaxle
uid temperature to be higher than normal. If the
transaxle uid temperature will not cool, you
may need to pull over and check the transaxle
uid level. You should also check the engine
coolant temperature. If it is hot, seeEngine
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 pedal
down and pull up on the parking brake lever.
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning
light will come on.
To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal
down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can
press the release button. Hold the release button in
as you move the brake lever all the way down.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 148
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 150
Other Warning Devices............................. 150
Horn.......................................................... 150
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 151
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 151
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 152
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 152
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 153
Windshield Wipers..................................... 153
Windshield Washer.................................... 154
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 155
Cruise Control........................................... 155
Headlamps................................................ 158
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 159
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 159
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 160
Fog Lamps................................................ 160
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 161
Dome Lamp.............................................. 161
Entry Lighting............................................ 161
Map Lamps............................................... 162
Cargo Lamp.............................................. 162
Electric Power Management...................... 162Battery 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 Cluster........................... 172
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 173
Trip Odometer........................................... 173
Tachometer............................................... 173
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 173
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 174
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 174
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 175
Battery Warning Light................................ 178
Brake System Warning Light..................... 178
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 180
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 181
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light........................................ 181
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 182
Tire Pressure Light.................................... 182
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 183
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 186
Change Engine Oil Light........................... 187
Security Light............................................ 188
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 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 Information Center (DIC).................. 192
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 193
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 198
DIC Vehicle Personalization....................... 207Audio System(s)......................................... 215
Setting the Time
(Without Date Display)........................... 216
Setting the Time
(With Date Display)................................ 217
Radio with CD (Base)............................... 219
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 224
Radio with CD and DVD........................... 235
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD or
Six-Disc CD Player)............................... 253
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and
DVD Player)........................................... 260
XM Radio Messages................................. 267
Navigation/Radio System........................... 269
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 269
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 279
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 280
Radio Reception........................................ 281
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 282
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 282
Multi-Band Antenna................................... 282
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light
Your vehicle has
a Traction Control
System (TCS)
and StabiliTrak
®
warning light.
This light will come on when the TCS is limiting
wheel spin or when the StabiliTrak
®system
is active. You may feel or hear the system working,
but this is normal.
If the TCS warning light comes on and stays on
for an extended period of time when the system
is turned on, your vehicle needs service. See
Traction Control System (TCS) on page 291
andStabiliTrak
®System on page 292for more
information.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light
The engine coolant
temperature warning
light will come on
when the engine has
overheated.
If this happens you should pull over and turn off
the engine as soon as possible. SeeEngine
Overheating on page 355for more information.
Notice:Driving with the engine coolant
temperature warning light on could cause your
vehicle to overheat. SeeEngine 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.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
This gage measures
the temperature of
the vehicle’s engine.
If the indicator needle moves into the shaded
area, the engine is too hot. A temperature indicator
light will turn on.
If you have been operating your vehicle under
normal driving conditions, and the temperature
indicator light comes on, you should pull off
the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the
engine as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Light
This light will come on
briey when you turn
the ignition to RUN.
This light will also come on when one or more of
your tires are signicantly underinated.
A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will
accompany the light.
Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do
so. If underinated, inate to the proper pressure.
SeeTires on page 382for more information.
This light will ash for 60 seconds and then turn
on solid if a problem is detected with the Tire
Pressure Monitor system.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System on page 391
for more information.
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when the tire pressure
in one of the tires needs to be checked. This
message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT
FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate
which tire needs to be checked. You can receive
more than one tire pressure message at a time.
To read the other messages that may have
been sent at the same time, press the set/reset
button. If a tire pressure message appears on
the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire
pressures checked and set to those shown on
the Tire Loading Information label. SeeTires on
page 382,Loading Your Vehicle on page 315, and
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 390. The DIC
display also shows the tire pressure values for
the front and rear tires by pressing the vehicle
information button. SeeDIC Operation and
Displays on page 193. If the tire pressure is low,
the low tire pressure warning light comes on.
SeeTire 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 Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating
temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning compressor is
automatically turned off. When the coolant
temperature returns to normal, the A/C operation
automatically resumes. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
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