Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Extended Parking
It is better not to park with the vehicle running. If the vehicle is left while running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move and there is adequate ventilation.
See Shifting Into Park and Engine Exhaust.
If the vehicle is left parked while running and the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is outside the vehicle, the vehicle will turn off after one hour. If the vehicle is left parked while running and the RKE transmitter is inside, the vehicle will turn off after two hours.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken out of P (Park) while it is running.
Shifting out of Park
To shift out of P (Park):
Apply the brake pedal.
Turn the ignition on.
Press the shift lever button.
Move the shift lever.
If you still are unable to shift out of
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Engine Exhaust
Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle i ...
Other materials:
Cold Weather Operation
(Diesel)
In cold weather, the fuel filter may
become clogged by wax naturally
present in the fuel. To unclog it,
move the vehicle to a warm garage
area and allow the filter to warm up.
The fuel filter may need to be
replaced. See Fuel Filter
Replacement (Diesel).
At temperatures belowC (32 F),
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