2021 CHEVROLET EQUINOX key

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The Keyless Access System enables operation of the doors and liftgate without removing the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) from a pocket or purse. The key fob must be within 3 feet of the liftgate or door being opened.
KEYLESS UNLOCKING
With the key fob within range:
Press the button on the driver’s door handle to unlock the driver’s door; press it again within 5 seconds to unlock a\
ll doors.
Press the button on the front passenger’s door handle to unlock all d\
oors.
Press the touchpad above the license plate to open the liftgate.
KEYLESS LOCKING
With the ignition off, the key fob out of the vehicle, and all doors clo\
sed:
Press the button on any front door handle to lock all doors immediately.\
If Passive Locking is turned on in the Settings menu, all doors will loc\
k automatically after a short delay.
Note: To change the door lock and unlock settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.F Optional equipment
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER (KEY FOB)
Remote Vehicle StartF
Press and release the Lock button and then press and hold the button until the turn signal lamps flash to start the engine from outside the vehicle. After entering the vehicle, turn on the ignition.
• During a remote start, the engine will run for 15 minutes. Repeat the steps for an additional 15 minutes.
• To cancel a remote start, press and hold the button until the parking lamps turn off.
Key Release
In case of loss of vehicle power, press the button on the side of the transmit-ter to pull out the door lock key from the transmitter. Remove the cap on the rear part of the driver’s door handle to access the lock.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
Lock
Press to lock all doors.
Unlock
Press to unlock the driver’s door.
Press again to unlock all doors and liftgate.
Power LIftgateF
Press twice to open or close the liftgate. Press once to stop power liftgate operation.
Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate your vehicle. The horn will sound 3 times.
Press and hold to activate the alarm. Press again to cancel the alarm.
Note: To change the remote lock, unlock, and remote start settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM

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The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition.
STARTING THE ENGINE With the transmission in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press the ENGINE START/STOP button. The button
indicator will be green.
Note: If the key fob battery is weak, place the key fob in the front cupholder in the center console to enable the engine to start. Replace the key fob battery as soon as possible.
STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF Shift to Park and press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
ACCESSORY MODE With the engine off and the brake pedal not depressed, press the ENGINE START/STOP button. The button indicator will be amber.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
The fuel-saving stop/start system automati-cally turns off the engine, referred to as an Auto Stop, when the brake pedal is pressed and the vehicle is at a complete stop, if operating
conditions are met. In Auto Stop mode, the tachometer will read AUTO STOP. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will restart. After parking the vehicle and turning off the engine, the tachometer will read OFF.
The engine may remain running or restart when the vehicle is stopped if:\
• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached.
• The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature.\
• The outside temperature is not in the required operating range.
• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
• The battery charge is low.
• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the curre\
nt settings.
• The Auto Stop time has reached the maximum allowed time.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
KEYLESS (PUSHBUTTON) START
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION

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POWER LIFTGATEF
REAR SEAT REMINDER
OPEN/CLOSE THE POWER LIFTGATE Press the Power Liftgate button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) twice.
Press the Power Liftgate knob (A) on the driver’s door.
Press the touchpad (B) on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate.
Press the button (C) next to the pull handle to close the liftgate.
PROGRAMMING THE LIFTGATE HEIGHT Turn the Power Liftgate knob (A) to the 3/4 mode position.
Open the liftgate.
Adjust the liftgate manually to the desired height.
To save the setting, press and hold the
button next to the pull handle (C) until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds.
HANDS-FREE OPERATION To open or close the liftgate hands-free, kick your foot straight under the driver’s side of the rear bumper, just left of the license plate. The key fob must be within 3 feet of the liftgate.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
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B
C
A Rear Seat Reminder message may display on the Driver Information Center when the vehicle is turned off. Always check the rear seat before exiting the vehicle. The system does not actually detect people or items in the rear seat; instead, under certain conditions, it detects when a rear door has been opened, indicating that there may be something in the rear seat.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.

12F Optional equipment
4G LTE WI-FI® HOTSPOTF
WIRELESS CHARGINGF
TEEN DRIVER
With the vehicle’s available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, up to 7 devices (smartphones, tablets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed internet.
To retrieve the name and password for the hotspot, select the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon on the Home page or go to Settings > System > Wi-Fi
For more information on use and system limita-tions, visit my.chevrolet.com/how-to-support.
See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.
The Wireless Charging system for smartphones is located at the front of the center console. Visit  my.chevrolet.com/how-to-support to check device compatibility. See your phone retailer for details on required phone accessories.
1. The vehicle must be on or Retained Accessory Power must be active.
2. Remove all objects from the charging pad.
3. Place the smartphone, face up, on the pad, aligned against the back of t\
he bin.
4. The charging symbol will display on the infotainment screen when charging. I\
f not charging, remove the smartphone for 3 seconds and rotate it 180 degrees \
before placing it on the pad again.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
Teen Driver allows multiple keys to be registered for beginning drivers.\
When active, the system automatically activates certain safety systems, allows setting of\
some features, and limits the use of others. An in-vehicle Report Card records vehicle \
data about driving behavior. When the vehicle is started with a registered key, the Driver \
Information Center displays that Teen Driver is active.
To create a Personal Identification Number, register a key, change Tee\
n Driver set-tings, or access the Report Card, go to Settings > Vehicle > Teen Driver\
.
See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.

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UNDERFLOOR REAR CARGO STORAGE
Lift up the rear cargo floor for additional
storage space. Use the pull tabs to open or close the floor cover.
UMBRELLA STORAGE IN FRONT DOORS
The cargo bins in the front doors feature an upper storage area designed to store an umbrella.
CARGO COVERF
Extend the cargo cover to cover items in the rear of the vehicle. Remove the cover if more space is needed for stowing items. Store the cover under the cargo floor.
See Storage in your Owner’s Manual.
SUNROOFF
The sunroof has a comfort stop feature that stops the sunroof from fully opening to reduce potential wind noise.
Press and release the rear of the switch (A) to express-open the sunroof to the comfort stop position. Press it again to fully open the sunroof.
Press and release the front of the switch (A) to express-close the sunroof.
Press the rear or front of the switch (B) to open or close the sunshade.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
CARGO STORAGE FEATURES
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the C\
hevrolet Roadside Assistance program for up to 5 years/60,000 miles, whichever oc\
curs first, at no expense to you. Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance toll-free numbe\
r is staffed by a team of trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a ye\
ar, to contact a service provider for light services (fuel delivery, jump-starts, flat\
tire and lock-outs) or make arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Chevrolet dealer fo\
r any repairs.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND ONSTAR®
If you have a current OnStar Safety & Security plan, push the blue OnStar button or red Emergency button to get the help you need. An OnStar advisor will use GPS technol\
ogy to pinpoint your vehicle location and contact the nearest service provid\
er.
To learn more about OnStar services, press the blue OnStar button, visit onstar.com, call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or refer to your Owner’s Manual.
CHEVROLET OWNER CENTER
Get to know your vehicle inside and out with the Chevrolet Owner Center.\
Check out personalized information, including an online Owner’s Manual and help\
ful how-to videos, track your service history and warranty status, review your current OnSt\
ar Vehicle Diagnostics report (active OnStar account required) and more. Create a\
n account today at my.chevrolet.com.
Download the myChevrolet app to your compatible smartphone (or device)\
and, if your vehicle is properly equipped, you can start or turn off your engine, loc\
k or unlock your doors, view key diagnostic information, set parking information and more\
.
The app is available on select Apple and Android devices. Service availa\
bility, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device and data plan. Device data con\
nection required. Visit onstar.com for more details. Download the mobile app from your compatible mobile device’s app store.
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Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your ve\
hicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions. All information contained in this guide is ba\
sed on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2020 General Motors. All rights reserved.
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