Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Clearcoat Repair without Repainting Emblems/Decals/Paint

Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual / Body / Body Exterior / Clearcoat Repair without Repainting Emblems/Decals/Paint

Repair ProcedureThoroughly wash the repair area with Liquid Wash and WaxGM-P/N-1052870 or the equivalent.Environmental damage may be corrected. Refer toEnvironmental Fallout (Acid Rain)orRail Dust Damage Repair.

Important:Follow all of the instructions from the manufacturer of thepolishing material.

Use a paint gauge before, during, and after sanding and/orpolishing, to avoid removing too much clearcoat. Refer toPaint Gauges.

Rear Side Door Upper Hinge and Lower Hinge Replacement Panels

Removal ProcedureWarning:In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, orunnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the doorpillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Tu ...

Rocker Panel Molding Replacement (Terrain) Moldings Quarter Panel

Rocker Panel Molding ReplacementCalloutComponent Name1Rocker Panel Molding Retainer (Qty:-8)ProcedureUsing a trim-type release tool, carefully release theretainers from the lower bodyside outer panel. ...

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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Wheels
The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longesttire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancingare not necessary on a regular basis. Consider an alignment check if there is unusualtire wear or the vehicle is significantly ...