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 ...

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Tire and Wheel Balancing (Wheel Pilot Bore Greasing) Wheels
Beginning with MY 2011 vehicle, pilot bore grease should be applied.To enable this, grease must be applied to the pilot bore to prevent the wheel fromseizing onto the hub.Refer toAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealersfor pilot bore lubricant part number.Do not use any penetrating oils, grease or ...