Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Tire Inspection Wheels

Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual / Chassis / Wheels/Tires / Tire Inspection Wheels

We recommend that the tires, including thespare tire, if the vehicle has one, be inspected for signs of wearor damage at least once a month.

Replace the tire if:

The indicators at three or more places aroundthe tire can be seen.There is cord or fabric showing through thetire's rubber.The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, orsnagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damagethat cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of thedamage.

Tire Repair Wheels

Warning:Tire changing can be dangerous and should be done by trainedprofessionals using proper tools and procedures. Always read andunderstand any manufacturer's warnings contained in their customersl ...

Wheel Drive Shafts Description and Operation Wheels

Wheel drive shafts are flexible assemblies consisting of aninner tripot joint and an outer constant velocity joint connectedby an axle shaft. The inner joint is completely flexible, and canplunge in a ...

Other materials:

Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
Three types of sealer are commonly used in engines. These are RTV sealer, anaerobicgasket eliminator sealer, and pipe joint compound. The correct sealer and amount mustbe used in the proper location to prevent oil leaks. DO NOT interchange the 3-typesof sealers. Use only the specific sealer or the e ...