Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Off-Road Recovery

The vehicle's right wheels can drop
off the edge of a road onto the
shoulder while driving. Follow
these tips:
- Ease off the accelerator and
then, if there is nothing in the
way, steer the vehicle so that it
straddles the edge of the
pavement.
- Turn the steering wheel about
one-eighth of a turn, until the
right front tire contacts the
pavement edge.
- Turn the steering wheel to go
straight down the roadway.
Electric Power Steering
This vehicle has electric power
steering, so it does not have power
steering fluid. Regular maintenance
is not required.
If power steering assist is lost due
to a syste ...
Skidding
There are three types of skids that
correspond to the vehicle's three
control systems:
Braking Skid - wheels are not
rolling.
Steering or Cornering Skid -
too muc ...
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Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms
and can take your focus from the
task of driving. Exercise good
judgment and do not let other
activities divert your attention away
from the road. Many local
governments have enacted laws
regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in
yo ...