Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Valve Lifter Cleaning and Inspection

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Valve Lifter Cleaning and Inspection

Caution:Refer toValve Lifter Priming Caution.

Inspect the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) in thefollowing areas:A plugged oil passage-(1)A scored or worn camshaft follower pivotarea-(2)A damaged or broken retainer-(3), someapplicationsA severely scuffed or worn SHLA body-(4)Replace the SHLA or SHLAs as necessary.

Camshaft Position Actuator Removal - Right Side Intake Valvetrain Camshaft

Caution:Refer toTorque Reaction Against Timing Drive Chain Caution.Use an open wrench on the hex cast into the camshaft in orderto prevent engine rotation when loosening the camshaft positionactuator ...

New Vehicle Break-In Starting System

Caution:The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in thelong run if you follow these guidelines:Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 80 ...

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Tire and Wheel Balancing (Wheel Pilot Bore Greasing) Wheels
Beginning with MY 2011 vehicle, pilot bore grease should be applied.To enable this, grease must be applied to the pilot bore to prevent the wheel fromseizing onto the hub.Refer toAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealersfor pilot bore lubricant part number.Do not use any penetrating oils, grease or ...