2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX wheel

5. Screw the threaded wheel stow rod onto the spare
tire bracket. The nal position of the wheel stow rod
must be turned to the farthest forward position.6. Remove the cap, if your vehicle has one, from the
center of the load oor. Position the rod through
the hole. Replace the rear compartment load oor
over the wheel stow rod through the hole in
the oor.
7. Place the at, or damaged tire, face down, on the
load oor with the threaded wheel stow rod sticking
up through the center hole of the wheel.
8. Install the nut onto the wheel stow rod and tighten.
9. Install the rear compartment storage panel/cover
in the middle position. SeeRear Compartment
Storage Panel/Cover on page 2-44for more
information.
The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace
the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon
as you can.
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Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Check the ination pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle,
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire
is correctly inated. The compact spare is made to
perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for
distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can nish
your trip and have the full-size tire repaired or replaced
at your convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the
spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare
tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is
needed again.Notice:When the compact spare is installed,
do not take the vehicle through an automatic car
wash with guide rails. The compact spare can
get caught on the rails which can damage the
tire, wheel and other parts of the vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They will not t. Keep the
spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t the compact spare.
Using them can damage the vehicle and can damage
the chains too. Do not use tire chains on the
compact spare.
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Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
and Trim
The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated
wheels.
Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild
soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing
thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then
be applied.
Notice:Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may
be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium,
calcium or sodium chloride. These chlorides are
used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the vehicle’s chrome with soap and
water after exposure.
Notice:Using strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive
polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, could
damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs
would not be covered by the warranty. Use only
approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated
wheels.
The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners,cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on
them because they could damage the surface. Do not
use chrome polish on aluminum wheels.
Notice:Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels
could damage the wheels. The repairs would not
be covered by the warranty. Use chrome polish
on chrome wheels only.
Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but
avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off
immediately after application.
Notice:Driving the vehicle through an automatic
car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes, could damage the aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be
covered by the warranty. Never drive a vehicle
equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels
through an automatic car wash that uses silicone
carbide tire cleaning brushes.
Tires
To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.
Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on the vehicle may damage the paint nish
and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always
wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces
on the vehicle.
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Fuses Usage
8 Door Locks
9Automatic Occupant Sensing
Module
10 Power Mirrors
11 Passenger Side Turn Signal
12 Amplier
13 Steering Wheel Illumination
14 Infotainment
15Climate Control System,
Remote Function Actuator
16 Canister Vent
17 Radio
18 Cluster
19 Ignition Switch
20 Body Control ModuleFuses Usage
21Communications Integration
Module
22Center High-Mounted Stoplamp,
Dimmer
23 Interior Lights
Relays Usage
RAP RLY Retained Accessory Power Relay
REAR
DEFOG RLYRear Defogger Relay
Circuit
BreakersUsage
PWR WNDW Power Windows
PWR SEATS Power Seats
EMPTY Empty
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Fuses Usage
18 Even Coils, Injectors
19 Odd Coils, Injectors
20 Emission Device 2
21 Spare
22Powertrain Control Module,
Ignition
23 Transmission
24 Mass Airow Sensor
25 Airbag Display
26 Spare
27 Stoplamp
28 Passenger Side Low-Beam
29 Driver Side High-Beam
30 Battery Main 3
32 Spare
33 Engine Control Module, Battery
34Transmission Control Module,
BatteryFuses Usage
35 Trailer Park Lamp
36 Front Wiper
37Driver Side Trailer Stoplamp,
Turn Signal
38 Spare
39 Fuel Pump
40 Not Used
41 All-Wheel Drive
42 Regulated Voltage Control
43Passenger Side Trailer Stoplamp,
Turn Signal
44 Spare
45 Front, Rear Washer
48 Rear Defogger
49 Antilock Brake System Motor
50 Battery Main 2
52 Daytime Running Lamps
53 Fog Lamps
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-11for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer for more
information.
Cooling System
3.4L V6 Engine 10.5 qt 9.9 L
3.6L V6 Engine 11.0 qt 10.4 L
Engine Oil with Filter
3.4L V6 Engine 4.5 qt 4.3 L
3.6L V6 Engine 5.5 qt 5.2 L
Fuel Tank
Front-Wheel Drive 20.5 gal 77.6 L
All-Wheel Drive 16.6 gal 62.8 L
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ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Transmission Fluid
Automatic 5-Speed AF33 Transmission 4.1 qt 3.9 L
Automatic 6-Speed 6T70 Transmission 9.5 qt 9.0 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid level after lling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.4L V6 F Automatic 0.060 in (1.52 mm)
3.6L V6 7 Automatic 0.040 in (1.01 mm)
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Mexico, Central America and Caribbean
Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico
and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer
Assistance
General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Customer Assistance Center
Paseo de la Reforma # 2740
Col. Lomas de Bezares
C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F.
01-800-508-0000
Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program
This program, available to qualied applicants, can
reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible
aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle,
such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift.The offer is available for a very limited period of time
from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more
details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit
gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users,
call 1-800-833-9935.
General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program.
Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY
users call 1-800-263-3830.
Roadside Assistance Program
For U.S. purchased vehicles, call1-800-CHEV-USA
(1-800-243-8872); (Text telephone (TTY):
1-888-889-2438).
For Canadian purchased vehicles, call1-800-268-6800.
Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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