Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual / Vehicle - General / Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the bestfuel economy possible.

Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.Combine several trips into a single trip.Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewallnear the size.Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Training

DealersAll U.S. GM Dealers participating in the Center of Learning / GM Service TechnicalCollege (STC) Programs can enroll through the Center of Learning website at https://www.centerlearning.com.With ...

Ground Repair

Electrical GroundsProper electrical system function relies on secure, positive, corrosion-free groundconnections. Loose, stripped, or corroded connections increase the possibility ofimproper system fu ...

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Ignition Positions
The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. If the pushbutton start is not working, the vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference to the ...