Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Wiper Blade Replacement

Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual / Vehicle Care / Vehicle Checks / Wiper Blade Replacement

Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking.

See Maintenance Schedule.

Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts.

Caution Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield.

Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check

Warning When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the v ...

Front Wiper Blade Replacement

To replace the wiper blade: Pull the wiper assembly away from the windshield. Lift up on the latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches. With ...

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Valve Spring Inspection and Measurement Valvetrain Valve Actuating Assembly
Special ToolsEN 22738-BValve Spring TesterFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Inspection ProcedureClean the valve springs in solvent.Warning:Refer toSafety Glasses Warning.Dry the valve springs with compressed air.Inspect the valve springs for broken coils or coilends.Measurement Pr ...