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Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012
Black plate (1,1)
Climate Controls 8-1
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Maintenance
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Climate Control Systems
The vehicle's heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation can be controlled with this system.
A. Fan Control
B. Air Delivery Mode Controls
C. Temperature Control
D. Outside Air
E. Front Defrost
F.
Rear Window Defogger
G. Recirculation
H. Air Conditioning
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8-2 Climate Controls
A
(Fan Control):
Turn to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob completely to
T to turn the fan off.
Temperature Control:
Turn to increase or decrease the temperature.
Air Delivery Mode Control:
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
F
(Vent):
Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
*
(Bi-Level):
Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets.
7
(Floor):
Air is directed to the floor outlets.
W
(Defog):
Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets.
0
FRONT (Front Defrost):
Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Air Conditioning
A/C (Air Conditioning):
Press to turn the air conditioning on or off.
If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioning will not work.
h
(Recirculation):
Press to turn on the recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated inside the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering. The air conditioning may come on under certain conditions.
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on. To override this feature, select outside air.
%
(Outside Air):
Press to turn on the outside air. An indicator light comes on. Outside air is circulated throughout the vehicle.
Rear Window Defogger
1
REAR (Rear Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off after about 10 minutes.
It can also be turned off by turning the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY or
LOCK/OFF. If turned on again, it runs for about five minutes before turning off.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Notice:
Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
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Automatic Climate Control System
The vehicle's heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation can be controlled with this system.
A. Fan Control
B. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
C. Air Delivery Mode Controls
D. Front Defrost
E. Recirculation
F.
Temperature Control
G. Power
H. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats
I.
Rear Window Defogger
J.
Air Conditioning
Climate Controls 8-3
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected temperature.
When the AUTO indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation.
To place the system in automatic mode:
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Then adjust the temperature as needed.
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on. Press the h to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air.
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8-4 Climate Controls
Manual Operation
O
(Power):
Press to turn the climate control system on or off.
A
(Fan Control):
Turn to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Adjusting the fan speed while in automatic mode places the fan under manual control. The AUTO indicator light turns off. The air delivery mode remains in automatic control.
Temperature Control:
Turn to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle.
H
/
G
(Air Delivery Mode
Control):
Press mode up or mode down to cycle through the different air delivery modes. The current mode is shown on the display.
Select from the following:
F
(Vent):
Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
*
(Bi-Level):
Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets.
7
(Floor):
Air is directed to the floor outlets.
W
(Defog):
Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets.
0
FRONT (Front Defrost):
Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets.
Selecting defrost disables the automatic mode.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Air Conditioning
A/C (Air Conditioning):
Press to turn the air conditioning on or off.
If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioning will not work. When in AUTO, the air conditioning will come on automatically as needed.
h
(Recirculation):
Press to turn on the recirculation. Press to alternate between recirculation and outside air, if the vehicle does not have a separate outside air button.
The indicator light turns on when recirculation is selected. Air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
It helps quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering.
%
(Outside Air, If Equipped):
Press to turn on the outside air. An indicator light comes on. Outside air is circulated throughout the vehicle.
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Climate Controls 8-5
Rear Window Defogger
1
REAR (Rear Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off after about 10 minutes.
It can also be turned off by turning the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY or
LOCK/OFF. If turned on again, it runs for about five minutes before turning off.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Notice:
Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
L
/
M
(Driver and Passenger
Heated Seats):
For vehicles with heated seats, see
Remote Start Climate Control
Operation:
For vehicles with the remote vehicle start feature, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely.
The system uses the driver's previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle. The front heated seats will turn on if it is cold outside. The heated seat indicator lights do not come on during a remote start. See
Sensors
The solar sensor, located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield, monitors the solar heat.
The climate control system uses the information to adjust the temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode.
Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not work properly.
Air Vents
Use the air outlets, located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel, to direct the airflow. Use the thumbwheels located near the center air outlets, to open or close off the airflow.
.
.
.
Operation Tips
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively.
Use of non ‐ GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system.
Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle.
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8-6 Climate Controls
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance.
See
Maintenance Schedule on page 11 ‑ 3
for replacement intervals.
To find out what type of filter to use, see
The passenger compartment air filter can be accessed by removing the entire glove box.
1. Open the glove box completely and locate the stop tab on top of the glove box door.
2. Push the stop tab upwards until the stop tab is under the instrument panel assembly and the glove box is released.
3. Unsnap the tabs beneath the glove box that connects it to the bottom of the instrument panel assembly.
4. Remove the glove box.
5. Locate the service door for the passenger compartment air filter.
6. Push the two tabs upwards and release the latches holding the service door. Lift the service door.
7. Remove the old air filter.
8. Install the new air filter.
9. Close the service door and latches.
10. Re ‐ install the glove box.
See your dealer if additional assistance is needed.
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Table of contents
- 1 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual BookTOC
- 3 Introduction
- 3 Canadian Vehicle Owners
- 4 Using this Manual
- 4 Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
- 4 Symbols
- 7 In Brief
- 8 Instrument Panel
- 10 Initial Drive Information
- 10 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
- 11 Remote Vehicle Start
- 11 Door Locks
- 12 Liftgate
- 13 Windows
- 14 Seat Adjustment
- 16 Memory Features
- 17 Heated Seats
- 17 Head Restraint Adjustment
- 18 Safety Belts
- 18 Passenger Sensing System
- 19 Mirror Adjustment
- 19 Steering Wheel Adjustment
- 20 Interior Lighting
- 20 Exterior Lighting
- 21 Windshield Wiper/Washer
- 22 Climate Controls
- 23 Parking Brake
- 24 Transmission
- 24 Vehicle Features
- 24 Radio(s)
- 26 Satellite Radio
- 26 Portable Audio Devices
- 26 Bluetooth®
- 26 Steering Wheel Controls
- 27 Cruise Control
- 27 Navigation System
- 28 Driver Information Center (DIC)
- 28 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
- 29 Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- 29 Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
- 30 Ultrasonic Parking Assist
- 30 Roof Rack System
- 30 Power Outlets
- 30 Performance and Maintenance
- 30 Traction Control System (TCS)
- 31 StabiliTrak® System
- 31 Tire Pressure Monitor
- 32 Engine Oil Life System
- 32 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
- 32 Driving for Better Fuel Economy
- 33 Roadside Assistance Program
- 33 OnStar®
- 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows
- 36 Keys and Locks
- 36 Keys
- 37 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
- 37 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
- 39 Remote Vehicle Start
- 41 Door Locks
- 41 Power Door Locks
- 42 Safety Locks
- 43 Doors
- 43 Liftgate (Manual)
- 44 Liftgate (Power)
- 47 Vehicle Security
- 47 Anti-theft Alarm System
- 48 Immobilizer
- 48 Immobilizer Operation
- 49 Exterior Mirrors
- 49 Convex Mirrors
- 49 Power Mirrors
- 50 Heated Mirrors
- 50 Blind Spot Mirrors
- 51 Park Tilt Mirrors
- 51 Interior Mirrors
- 51 Manual Rearview Mirror
- 52 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
- 52 Windows
- 53 Power Windows
- 54 Sun Visors
- 55 Roof
- 55 Sunroof
- 57 Seats and Restraints
- 58 Head Restraints
- 59 Front Seats
- 59 Seat Adjustment
- 60 Power Seat Adjustment
- 61 Lumbar Adjustment
- 61 Reclining Seatbacks
- 63 Memory Seats
- 65 Heated Front Seats
- 66 Rear Seats
- 68 Safety Belts
- 69 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
- 71 Lap-Shoulder Belt
- 74 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
- 75 Safety Belt Extender
- 75 Safety System Check
- 76 Safety Belt Care
- 76 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
- 77 Airbag System
- 79 Where Are the Airbags?
- 80 When Should an Airbag Inflate?
- 82 What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
- 82 How Does an Airbag Restrain?
- 82 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
- 84 Passenger Sensing System
- 88 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
- 89 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
- 90 Airbag System Check
- 90 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
- 91 Child Restraints
- 91 Older Children
- 93 Infants and Young Children
- 95 Child Restraint Systems
- 97 Where to Put the Restraint
- 99 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
- 105 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
- 106 Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
- 108 Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
- 113 Storage
- 113 Storage Compartments
- 113 Instrument Panel Storage
- 113 Glove Box
- 113 Cupholders
- 113 Center Console Storage
- 114 Additional Storage Features
- 114 Cargo Cover
- 114 Cargo Tie-Downs
- 114 Convenience Net
- 114 Roof Rack System
- 117 Instruments and Controls
- 118 Controls
- 118 Steering Wheel Adjustment
- 118 Steering Wheel Controls
- 119 Horn
- 119 Windshield Wiper/Washer
- 121 Rear Window Wiper/Washer
- 121 Compass
- 122 Clock
- 123 Power Outlets
- 124 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
- 125 Instrument Cluster
- 126 Speedometer
- 126 Odometer
- 126 Tachometer
- 126 Fuel Gauge
- 127 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
- 128 Safety Belt Reminders
- 129 Airbag Readiness Light
- 129 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
- 130 Charging System Light
- 131 Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- 133 Brake System Warning Light
- 134 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
- 134 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
- 135 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning Light
- 135 Traction Off Light
- 136 StabiliTrak® OFF Light
- 136 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
- 137 Tire Pressure Light
- 137 Engine Oil Pressure Light
- 138 Fuel Economy Light
- 138 Low Fuel Warning Light
- 138 Security Light
- 139 High-Beam On Light
- 139 Front Fog Lamp Light
- 139 Lamps On Reminder
- 139 Cruise Control Light
- 140 Information Displays
- 140 Driver Information Center (DIC)
- 143 Vehicle Messages
- 143 Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
- 144 Brake System Messages
- 144 Compass Messages
- 144 Cruise Control Messages
- 144 Door Ajar Messages
- 145 Engine Cooling System Messages
- 145 Engine Oil Messages
- 146 Engine Power Messages
- 146 Fuel System Messages
- 146 Key and Lock Messages
- 146 Object Detection System Messages
- 147 Ride Control System Messages
- 148 Airbag System Messages
- 148 Safety Belt Messages
- 148 Anti-theft Alarm System Messages
- 149 Service Vehicle Messages
- 149 Tire Messages
- 149 Transmission Messages
- 150 Vehicle Reminder Messages
- 150 Vehicle Personalization
- 155 Lighting
- 155 Exterior Lighting
- 155 Exterior Lamp Controls
- 156 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
- 156 Flash-to-Pass
- 156 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- 157 Automatic Headlamp System
- 157 Hazard Warning Flashers
- 157 Turn and Lane-Change Signals
- 158 Fog Lamps
- 158 Interior Lighting
- 158 Instrument Panel Illumination Control
- 158 Dome Lamps
- 159 Reading Lamps
- 159 Lighting Features
- 159 Entry Lighting
- 159 Battery Load Management
- 161 Infotainment System
- 161 Introduction
- 161 Infotainment
- 162 Theft-Deterrent Feature
- 163 Overview (Radio with CD)
- 165 Overview (Radio with CD and Touchscreen)
- 170 Operation
- 174 Radio
- 174 AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD)
- 176 AM-FM Radio (Radio withCD and Touchscreen)
- 179 Satellite Radio
- 183 Radio Reception
- 183 Multi-Band Antenna
- 184 Audio Players
- 184 CD Player
- 187 MP3
- 188 Auxiliary Devices
- 194 Rear Seat Infotainment
- 194 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System
- 196 Phone
- 196 Bluetooth (Overview)
- 198 Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
- 202 Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)
- 209 Trademarks and License Agreements
- 211 Climate Controls
- 211 Climate Control Systems
- 213 Automatic Climate Control System
- 215 Air Vents
- 216 Maintenance
- 216 Passenger Compartment Air Filter
- 217 Driving and Operating
- 218 Driving Information
- 218 Distracted Driving
- 219 Defensive Driving
- 219 Drunk Driving
- 220 Control of a Vehicle
- 220 Braking
- 220 Steering
- 221 Off-Road Recovery
- 221 Loss of Control
- 222 Off-Road Driving
- 227 Driving on Wet Roads
- 228 Highway Hypnosis
- 228 Hill and Mountain Roads
- 229 Winter Driving
- 231 If the Vehicle Is Stuck
- 232 Vehicle Load Limits
- 237 Starting and Operating
- 237 New Vehicle Break-In
- 237 Ignition Positions
- 240 Starting the Engine
- 241 Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
- 241 Engine Coolant Heater
- 242 Shifting Into Park
- 243 Shifting out of Park
- 244 Parking over Things That Burn
- 244 Engine Exhaust
- 245 Running the Vehicle While Parked
- 245 Automatic Transmission
- 247 Manual Mode
- 248 Fuel Economy Mode
- 249 Drive Systems
- 249 All-Wheel Drive
- 249 Brakes
- 249 Antilock Brake System (ABS)
- 250 Parking Brake
- 251 Brake Assist
- 251 Hill Start Assist (HSA)
- 251 Ride Control Systems
- 251 Traction Control System (TCS)
- 253 StabiliTrak® System
- 254 Cruise Control
- 257 Object Detection Systems
- 257 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
- 259 Ultrasonic Parking Assist
- 261 Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
- 264 Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- 267 Fuel
- 267 Recommended Fuel
- 267 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)
- 268 California Fuel Requirements
- 268 Fuels in Foreign Countries
- 268 Fuel Additives
- 269 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
- 270 Filling the Tank
- 272 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
- 272 Towing
- 272 General Towing Information
- 273 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
- 276 Trailer Towing
- 278 Towing Equipment
- 279 Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
- 279 Conversions and Add-Ons
- 279 Add-On Electrical Equipment
- 281 Vehicle Care
- 282 General Information
- 283 California Proposition 65 Warning
- 283 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
- 283 Accessories and Modifications
- 284 Vehicle Checks
- 284 Doing Your Own Service Work
- 285 Hood
- 286 Engine Compartment Overview
- 290 Engine Cover
- 290 Engine Oil
- 292 Engine Oil Life System
- 293 Automatic Transmission Fluid
- 294 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
- 295 Cooling System
- 297 Engine Coolant
- 300 Engine Overheating
- 302 Power Steering Fluid (2.4L L4 Engine)
- 302 Power Steering Fluid (3.0L V6 Engine)
- 303 Washer Fluid
- 303 Brakes
- 304 Brake Fluid
- 306 Battery
- 306 All-Wheel Drive
- 307 Starter Switch Check
- 307 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
- 308 Ignition Transmission Lock Check
- 308 Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
- 309 Wiper Blade Replacement
- 310 Headlamp Aiming
- 312 Bulb Replacement
- 313 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
- 314 Fog Lamps
- 314 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
- 315 License Plate Lamp
- 316 Replacement Bulbs
- 316 Electrical System
- 316 Fuses
- 317 Engine Compartment Fuse Block
- 320 Instrument Panel Fuse Block
- 322 Wheels and Tires
- 322 Tires
- 323 Tire Sidewall Labeling
- 326 Tire Designations
- 326 Tire Terminology and Definitions
- 330 Tire Pressure
- 331 Tire Pressure Monitor System
- 333 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
- 336 Tire Inspection
- 336 Tire Rotation
- 337 When It Is Time for New Tires
- 338 Buying New Tires
- 340 Different Size Tires and Wheels
- 340 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
- 342 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
- 342 Wheel Replacement
- 343 Tire Chains
- 344 If a Tire Goes Flat
- 345 Tire Changing
- 353 Compact Spare Tire
- 354 Jump Starting
- 357 Towing
- 357 Towing the Vehicle
- 358 Recreational Vehicle Towing
- 361 Appearance Care
- 361 Exterior Care
- 364 Interior Care
- 366 Floor Mats
- 369 Service and Maintenance
- 369 General Information
- 371 Maintenance Schedule
- 376 Special Application Services
- 377 Additional Maintenance and Care
- 380 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
- 380 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
- 382 Maintenance Replacement Parts
- 383 Maintenance Records
- 387 Technical Data
- 387 Vehicle Identification
- 387 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- 387 Service Parts Identification Label
- 388 Vehicle Data
- 388 Capacities and Specifications
- 390 Engine Drive Belt Routing
- 391 Customer Information
- 391 Customer Information
- 391 Customer Satisfaction Procedure
- 393 Customer Assistance Offices
- 394 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
- 395 Online Owner Center
- 396 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
- 396 Roadside Assistance Program
- 398 Scheduling Service Appointments
- 399 Courtesy Transportation Program
- 400 Collision Damage Repair
- 403 Service Publications Ordering Information
- 404 Reporting Safety Defects
- 404 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
- 404 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
- 405 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
- 405 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
- 405 Event Data Recorders
- 406 OnStar®
- 407 Navigation System
- 407 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
- 407 Radio Frequency Statement
- 409 OnStar
- 409 OnStar Overview
- 410 OnStar Services
- 410 Emergency
- 410 Security
- 410 Navigation
- 412 Connections
- 413 Diagnostics
- 413 OnStar Additional Information
- 417 Index
- 417 Index_A
- 418 Index_B
- 418 Index_C
- 419 Index_D
- 420 Index_E
- 420 Index_F
- 421 Index_G
- 421 Index_H
- 421 Index_I
- 422 Index_J
- 422 Index_K
- 422 Index_L
- 423 Index_M
- 423 Index_N
- 423 Index_O
- 424 Index_P
- 424 Index_R
- 425 Index_S
- 427 Index_T
- 427 Index_U
- 428 Index_V
- 428 Index_W