Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Fastener Caution
Caution:Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacementfasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Donot use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners,or fastener joint surfaces, unless specified. These coatings affectfastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage thefastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specificationswhen installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts andsystems. When using fasteners that are threaded directly intoplastic, use extreme care not to strip the mating plastic part(s).Use hand tools only, and do not use any kind of impact or powertools. Fastener should be hand tightened, fully seated, and notstripped.
Pipe Wrench Positioning Caution
Caution:The pipe wrench must be placed at the valve end of thesteering gear and positioned up against the inner tie rod housing.Placing the pipe wrench in any other location will cause damage tothe st ...
Clean, Dry, Low Pressure Gas Source Caution
Caution:Use the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Tester (EEST) GE41413-A in order to provide a clean, dry, low pressure nitrogen gassource. Do not substitute any other pressurized source, gas orothe ...
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Ball Joint Inspection Suspension Ball Joints
Special Tools J-8001 Dial Indicator SetNote:The vehicle must rest on a level surface.The vehicle must be stable. Do not rock the vehicle on the floor stands.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Clean and inspect the ball joint seal for cuts or tears. If the ball jo ...
