Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Tools and Equipment
Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout thissection with a complete listing at the end of the section. Thesetools, or their equivalents, are specially designed to quickly andsafely accomplish the operations for which they are intended. Theuse of these special tools will also minimize possible damage toengine components. Some precision measuring tools are required forinspection of certain critical components. Torque wrenches and atorque angle meter are necessary for the proper tightening ofvarious fasteners.
To properly service the engine assembly, the following itemsshould be readily available:
Approved eye protection and safety glovesA clean, well lit, work areaA suitable parts cleaning tankA compressed air supplyTrays or storage containers to keep parts and fastenersorganizedAn adequate set of hand toolsApproved engine repair standAn approved engine lifting device that will adequatelysupport the weight of the components
Tools and Equipment
Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout thissection, with a complete listing at the end of the section. Thesetools, or their equivalents, are designed to quickly and safelyaccomplish the o ...
Engine Replacement
Special ToolsBO-38185Hose Clamp PliersCH-24319-BSteering Linkage and Tie Rod PullerJ-43828Ball Joint SeparatorJ-44015Steering Linkage InstallerFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Remo ...
Other materials:
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, the engine can be
started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
Press and release on the
RKE transmitter.
Immediately press and hold
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.
Start the vehicle normally after
entering.
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