Capacities CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2019 Owner's Manual

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or too soon after engine shutoff
can result in incorrect readings.
Accuracy improves when
checking a cold engine prior to
starting. Remove the dipstick
and check the level.
. If unable to wait two hours, the
engine must be off for at least
15 minutes if the engine is
warm, or at least 30 minutes if
the engine is not warm. Pull out
the dipstick, wipe it with a clean
paper towel or cloth, then push it
back in all the way. Remove it
again, keeping the tip down, and
check the level.
When to Add Engine Oil
LYX 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine
LTG 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine
LH7 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine
If the oil is below the cross-hatched
area at the tip of the dipstick and
the engine has been off for at least
15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the
recommended oil and then recheck
the level. See “Selecting the Right
Engine Oil” later in this section for
an explanation of what kind of oil to
use. For engine oil crankcase
capacity, see Capacities and
Specifications 0384.
Caution
Do not add too much oil. Oil
levels above or below the
acceptable operating range
shown on the dipstick are harmful
to the engine. If the oil level is
above the operating range (i.e.,
the engine has so much oil that
the oil level gets above the
cross-hatched area that shows
the proper operating range), the
engine could be damaged. Drain
the excess oil or limit driving of
the vehicle, and seek a service
professional to remove the
excess oil.
See Engine Compartment Overview
0 280 for the location of the engine
oil fill cap.
Add enough oil to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating
range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when through.

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Caution (Continued)
.Do not mix water with
ready-to-use washer fluid.
Water can cause the
solution to freeze and
damage the washer fluid
tank and other parts of the
washer system.
. When using concentrated
washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer instructions for
adding water.
. Fill the washer fluid tank
only three-quarters full when
it is very cold. This allows
for fluid expansion if
freezing occurs, which could
damage the tank if it is
completely full.
Brakes
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or can be heard all the time when the
vehicle is moving, except when
applying the brake pedal firmly.
{Warning
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will
not work well. That could lead to
a crash. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced.
Caution
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications 0384.
Brake pads should be replaced as
complete sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal
does not return to normal height,
or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service may be required.
Replacing Brake System Parts
Always replace brake system parts
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes
may not work properly. The braking
performance expected can change
in many other ways if the wrong
replacement brake parts are
installed or if parts are improperly
installed.

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Anytime unusual wear is
noticed, rotate the tires as soon
as possible, check for proper tire
inflation pressure, and check for
damaged tires or wheels. If the
unusual wear continues after the
rotation, check the wheel
alignment. SeeWhen It Is Time
for New Tires 0331 andWheel
Replacement 0336.
Use this rotation pattern when
rotating the tires.
Do not include the compact
spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to
the recommended inflation
pressure on the Tire and
Loading Information label after
the tires have been rotated.
See
Tire Pressure 0324 and
Vehicle Load Limits 0190.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor
System. See Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0326.
Check that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel
Nut Torque” underCapacities
and Specifications 0384.
{Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause a crash. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.
Lightly coat the center of the
wheel hub with wheel bearing
grease after a wheel change or
tire rotation to prevent corrosion
or rust build-up. Do not get
grease on the flat wheel
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
When It Is Time for New
Tires
Factors such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
affect the wear rate of the tires.

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Warning (Continued)
using accessory locking wheel
nuts. SeeCapacities and
Specifications 0384 for original
equipment wheel nut torque
specifications.
Caution
Improperly tightened wheel nuts
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
brake repairs, evenly tighten the
wheel nuts in the proper
sequence and to the proper
torque specification. See
Capacities and Specifications
0 384 for the wheel nut torque
specification.13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as
shown.
14. Lower the jack all the way and remove the jack from under the
vehicle.
15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench.
When reinstalling the wheel cover or
center cap on the full-size tire,
tighten all five plastic caps hand
snug with the aid of the wheel
wrench and tighten them with the
wheel wrench an additional
one-quarter of a turn.
Caution
Wheel covers will not fit on the
vehicle's compact spare. If you try
to put a wheel cover on the
compact spare, the cover or the
spare could be damaged.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{Warning
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
equipment in the passenger
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
To store the flat tire: 1. Return the jack and tools to their original storage location.
2. Replace the spare tire cover.
3. Replace the load floor.

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 386
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver side of the vehicle. It can
be seen through the windshield from
outside. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on the
Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts labels and certificates of title
and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is
the engine code. This code
identifies the vehicle's engine,
specifications, and replacement parts. See
“Engine Specifications”
under Capacities and Specifications
0 384 for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
There may be a label on the inside
of the glove box that contains the
following information:
.
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
. Model designation
. Paint information
. Production options and special
equipment
If there is no label, there is a
barcode on the certification label on
the center (B) pillar to scan for this
same information.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 6.6 L 7.0 qt
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine 7.5 L 7.9 qt
2.0L L4 Gas Engine 7.8 L 8.2 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 1.5L L4 Gas Engine AWD 5.0 L 5.3 qt
1.5L L4 Gas Engine FWD 4.0 L 4.2 qt
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine 5.0 L 5.3 qt
2.0L L4 Gas Engine AWD 5.7 L 6.0 qt
2.0L L4 Gas Engine FWD 4.7 L 5.0 qt

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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Fuel Tank
FWD 56.0 L 14.8 gal
AWD 59.0 L 15.6 gal
DEF Tank (LH7 engine only) 18.5 L 4.9 gal
Transfer Case Fluid 0.8 L 0.85 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
1.5L L4 Gas Engine (LYX) VAutomatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–
0.028 in)
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) UAutomatic —
2.0L L4 Gas Engine (LTG) XAutomatic 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–
0.035 in)

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414 Index
Assistance Systems forParking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 236
Auto Stop Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Automatic Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Shift Lock Control FunctionCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
B
BatteryExterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Battery - North America . . . . 300, 351
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 302
Brake Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 134 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Braking System
Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . 244
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 194
Bulb Replacement Front Turn Signal and Fog
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305, 306
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 308
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 California
Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .276, 300, 351,
Back Cover
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 107
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Charging Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 131
Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . 91
Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

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Service (cont'd)Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Climate Control System . . . . . . . 169
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 277
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 382
Maintenance, General
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 383
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 393
Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 375
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 246
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Spare Tire Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Special Application Services . . . . 375 Specifications and
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Storage Areas Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Rear Compartment/StoragePanel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 107
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System
Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168, 400
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 390
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 49Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320