2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX Owners Manual

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual How to Reset the Engine Oil Life
System
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change
the engine oil and �lter based on vehicle use. Whenever
the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calc

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
The engine air cleaner/�lter is located in the engine
compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12
for more information o

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual 4. Remove the air outlet duct.
5. Undo the clamps on the �lter cover. To remove the
cover, pull up on the front and then pull the cover out.
6. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/�lter.
Wipe al

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission �uid level.
A transmission �uid leak is the only reason for �uid loss.
If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealer/reta

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual {CAUTION:
An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can
start up even when the engine is not running and
can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools
away from any underhood electric fan.
{CA

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual What to Use
{CAUTION:
Adding only plain water to the cooling system can
be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid
such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant
mixture will. The vehicle’

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking
the coolant level.
Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge
tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is
b

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CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2009 1.G Owners Manual {CAUTION:
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling
system can blow out and burn you badly. They are
under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge
tank pressure cap — even a little — they