Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Thread Inserts
General Purpose Thread Repair Kits.
These kits are available commercially.
Repair Procedure
Warning:Refer toSafety Glasses Warning.
Note:Refer to the thread repair kit manufacturer's instructionsregarding the size of the drill and tap to use.
Avoid any buildup of chips. Back out the tap every few turnsand remove the chips.
Determine the size, the pitch, and the depth of the damagedthread. If necessary, adjust the stop collars on the cutting tooland tap to the required depth.Drill out the damaged threads. Clean out any chips.Lubricate the tap with light engine oil. Tap the hole. Cleanthe threads.
Thread the thread insert onto the mandrel of the installer.Engage the tang of the insert onto the end of the mandrel.
Note:The insert should be flush to one turn below thesurface.
Lubricate the insert with light engine oil, except wheninstalling in aluminum and install the insert.If the tang of the insert does not break off when backing outthe installer, break the tang off with a drift.
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
Fluid and Lubricant RecommendationsUsageFluid/LubricantEngine OilUse only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the properSAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blen ...
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Driving on Snow or Ice
Snow or ice between the tires and
the road creates less traction or
grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
occur at aboutC (32 F) when
freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
until roads can be treated.
For Slippery Road Driving:
Accelerate gently. ...