Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Liftgate Strut Replacement Panels

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Liftgate Strut Replacement Panels

Liftgate Strut Replacement

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Component Name

Liftgate Strut Rod

Warning:When a lift gate hold open device is being removed orinstalled, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility ofdamage to the vehicle or personal injury.

Caution:Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate/hood assistrod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure tothe middle of the rod because damage or bending will result.

ProcedureRelease the locking tabs on the strut.Ensure the clip is fully seated when rod is reinstalled. Ifthe clip cannot be fully seated, a new rod should beinstalled.

Liftgate Replacement Panels

Liftgate ReplacementCalloutComponent NamePreliminary ProceduresDisconnect the battery. Refer toBattery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.Disconnect the liftgate actuator from the liftgate. R ...

Liftgate Upper Weatherstrip Replacement Panels

Liftgate Upper Weatherstrip ReplacementCalloutComponent Name1Liftgate Upper WeatherstripProcedureClean the area where the liftgate upper weatherstrip will bemounted. Use a suitable solvent with a mixt ...

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Turning the Systems Off and On (Uplevel DIC)
Caution Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle driveline could be damaged. At speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or above, this ability to turn off or on is disabled. TCS and StabiliTrak can be turned off or on using the DIC controls as fol ...