Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Airbag System Check

Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual / Seats and Restraints / Airbag System / Airbag System Check

The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light.

Caution If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags?. See your dealer for service.

Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end, or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly. The operation of the airbag system ...

Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash

Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injur ...

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Doing Your Own Service Work
Warning:It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge,service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consultthe service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work.If doing some of your own service work, use the proper servi ...