Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Tire Chains

Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual / Vehicle Care / Wheels and Tires / Tire Chains

Warning Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of control and a crash.
Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels.

If traction devices are used, install them on the front tires.

Wheel Replacement

Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace ...

If a Tire Goes Flat

It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See Tires. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if there ...

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Pinion Flange Runout Measurement
Special ToolsGE-8001Dial Indicator Set, or equivalentJ-23409Dial Indicator Extension, or equivalentJ-35819Flange Runout GaugeFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools and Equipment.Note:This measurement procedure is intended to measure drive axlepinion flanges with 1-piece U-joint yokes o ...