Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Component Fastener Tightening Caution
Caution:Replacement components must be the correct part number forthe application. Components requiring the use of the thread lockingcompound, lubricants, corrosion inhibitors, or sealants areidentified in the service procedure. Some replacement componentsmay come with these coatings already applied. Do not use thesecoatings on components unless specified. These coatings can affectthe final torque, which may affect the operation of the component.Use the correct torque specification when installing components inorder to avoid damage.
Clearcoat/Ultraviolet Screeners Caution
Caution:Removing more than 0.5-mils of the clearcoat canresult in early paint failure. The clearcoat contains ultravioletscreeners. Do not finesse sand more than what is required to removethe defect. ...
Compressor Hose Clearance to the Exhaust Gas Circulation Pipe Caution
Caution:The compressor hose must maintain a minimum clearance of20-mm (0.8-in) from the exhaust gasrecirculation (EGR) pipe. If this minimum clearance is notmaintained, damage to the compressor hose m ...
Other materials:
Flushing
Special ToolsJ 41447 R-134A A/C Tracer Dye – Box of 24J 42220 Universal 12V Leak Detection LampJ 43600 ACR 2000 Air Conditioning Service CenterJ 45268 A/C Flushing Adapter KitNote:Flushing with the J 43600 ACR 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center is not intended to remove metal from the A/C system ...
