Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Tire Changing

Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

The tire sealant and compressor kit is in a bag in the rear compartment storage area.  Open the liftgate. See Liftgate.  Fold the rear part of the load floor to the front. ...

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

Tow Eye (If Equipped) Fuel Funnel (If Equipped)  Strap Jack  Screwdriver (If Equipped) To access the spare tire and tools:  Open the liftgate. See Liftgate. &nbs ...

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Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection Engine Block Cylinder Block Piston Assembly
Connecting Rod MeasurementClean the connecting rods-(1) in solvent and drywith compressed air.Inspect the connecting rods for the following:Signs of being twisted, bent, nicked, or crackedScratches or abrasion on the rod bearing seatingsurfaceIf the connecting rod bores contain minor scratches orabr ...