Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Exterior Care

Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual / Vehicle Care / Appearance Care / Exterior Care

Locks

Locks are lubricated at the factory.

Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.

Washing the Vehicle
Finish Care
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and Stripes
Shutter System
Wheels and Trim-Aluminum or Chrome
Brake System

Washing the Vehicle

To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight. Caution Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the veh ...

Other materials:

Rail Dust Damage Repair Emblems/Decals/Paint
Warning:Refer toEye Protection Warning.Note:If rail dust has penetrated into the basecoat, the panelrequires refinishing. Ensure all the rail dust has been removedprior to refinishing or the rust spots will return.Rail dust damage comes from the tiny iron particles producedfrom the friction between ...