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2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M Keys, Doors and Windows ...1-1 Keys and Locks ...1-2 Doors ...1-8 Vehicle Security...1-12 Exterior Mirrors ...1-14 Interior Mirrors ... ...4-31 Vehicle Personalization ...4-39 OnStar® System ...4-44 Lighting ...5-1 Exterior Lighting ...5-1 Interior Lighting ...5-4 Lighting Features ...5-4 Infotainment System ...6-1 Introduction ...6-1 Radio ...6-11 Audio Players ...6-19 Rear Seat Infotainment ...6-33 Phone ...6-42 Climate Controls ...7-1 Climate Control Systems ...7-1 Air Vents ...7-6 Driving and Operating ...8-1 Driving Information ...8-2 Starting and ...
2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual M Keys, Doors and Windows ...1-1 Keys and Locks ...1-2 Doors ...1-8 Vehicle Security...1-12 Exterior Mirrors ...1-14 Interior Mirrors ... ...4-31 Vehicle Personalization ...4-39 OnStar® System ...4-44 Lighting ...5-1 Exterior Lighting ...5-1 Interior Lighting ...5-4 Lighting Features ...5-4 Infotainment System ...6-1 Introduction ...6-1 Radio ...6-11 Audio Players ...6-19 Rear Seat Infotainment ...6-33 Phone ...6-42 Climate Controls ...7-1 Climate Control Systems ...7-1 Air Vents ...7-6 Driving and Operating ...8-1 Driving Information ...8-2 Starting and ...
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..., refer to the index. # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gage + : Fuses i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio®Steering Wheel Controls $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil...
..., refer to the index. # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gage + : Fuses i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio®Steering Wheel Controls $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil...
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For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Move the steering wheel up to a comfortable position. 3. Pull the lever down and in or out to lock the steering wheel in place. Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment Steering Wheel Controls The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Pull the lever up or down . 2. 4-6 Instruments and Controls To adjust the steering wheel: 1.
For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Move the steering wheel up to a comfortable position. 3. Pull the lever down and in or out to lock the steering wheel in place. Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment Steering Wheel Controls The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Pull the lever up or down . 2. 4-6 Instruments and Controls To adjust the steering wheel: 1.
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... 6‑46 or Bluetooth (Navigation) on the right side of the following positions: $ / c (Mute/End Call): 8 (Mist): Single wipe, move the lever to select an audio source. Instruments and Controls 4-7 b / g (Push to Talk): For vehicles with an OnStar®, Bluetooth®, or navigation system, press to sound the horn. Press to...
... 6‑46 or Bluetooth (Navigation) on the right side of the following positions: $ / c (Mute/End Call): 8 (Mist): Single wipe, move the lever to select an audio source. Instruments and Controls 4-7 b / g (Push to Talk): For vehicles with an OnStar®, Bluetooth®, or navigation system, press to sound the horn. Press to...
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.... 3. Low: Reduced speed. Normal: Moderate speed. All of the MENU / SELECT knob to access the Configuration Settings menu. Instruments and Controls 4-39 Vehicle Personalization The audio system controls are used to highlight "High", "Normal", or "Low". Press the center of the menus may not be shown. Turn the infotainment system on...
.... 3. Low: Reduced speed. Normal: Moderate speed. All of the MENU / SELECT knob to access the Configuration Settings menu. Instruments and Controls 4-39 Vehicle Personalization The audio system controls are used to highlight "High", "Normal", or "Low". Press the center of the menus may not be shown. Turn the infotainment system on...
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...Introduction Introduction ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...Overview (Radio with CD) ...Overview (Radio with CD/DVD/MEM) ...Operation ...6-1 6-2 6-3 6-5 6-7 Audio Players CD Player ...CD/DVD Player ...Mass Storage Media (MEM) ...Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) ...Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD/DVD...(Overview) ...Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) ...Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) ...Bluetooth (Navigation) ...6-42 6-43 6-46 6-58 Become familiar with the audio system's features. { WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you...
...Introduction Introduction ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...Overview (Radio with CD) ...Overview (Radio with CD/DVD/MEM) ...Operation ...6-1 6-2 6-3 6-5 6-7 Audio Players CD Player ...CD/DVD Player ...Mass Storage Media (MEM) ...Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) ...Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD/DVD...(Overview) ...Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) ...Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) ...Bluetooth (Navigation) ...6-42 6-43 6-46 6-58 Become familiar with the audio system's features. { WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you...
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... the operation of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to a different vehicle. For more noticeable engine noise at certain speeds. With RAP, the audio system can work improperly if the audio amplifier, engine calibrations, exhaust system, microphones, radio, or speakers are modified or replaced. Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment...
... the operation of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to a different vehicle. For more noticeable engine noise at certain speeds. With RAP, the audio system can work improperly if the audio amplifier, engine calibrations, exhaust system, microphones, radio, or speakers are modified or replaced. Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment...
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B. g SEEK . Selects the radio when listening to 6 . C. E. Radio: Seeks the previous station. RADIO/BAND . . D. AUX . Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. . Buttons 1 to a different audio source. O Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. Infotainment System 6-3 Overview (Radio with CD) A. VOL/ . Changes the band while listening to the radio. Selects a connected external audio source. CD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track.
B. g SEEK . Selects the radio when listening to 6 . C. E. Radio: Seeks the previous station. RADIO/BAND . . D. AUX . Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. . Buttons 1 to a different audio source. O Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. Infotainment System 6-3 Overview (Radio with CD) A. VOL/ . Changes the band while listening to the radio. Selects a connected external audio source. CD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track.
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.... G. Radio: Shows available information about the current track. CD: Shows available information about the current station. Opens the phone main menu. Mutes the audio system. Q. Opens the clock menu. Character Input: Deletes the last character. Opens the tone menu. TONE . L. Z CD Eject . 5/0 . I. Menu: Moves one level back. Insert a CD. . ...
.... G. Radio: Shows available information about the current track. CD: Shows available information about the current station. Opens the phone main menu. Mutes the audio system. Q. Opens the clock menu. Character Input: Deletes the last character. Opens the tone menu. TONE . L. Z CD Eject . 5/0 . I. Menu: Moves one level back. Insert a CD. . ...
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B. g SEEK . CD/DVD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. MEM: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. O Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. Selects MEM, CD/DVD, USB, or a connected front or rear auxillary audio source. . . MEM/DVD/AUX . Radio: Seeks the previous station. Selects the radio when listening to the radio. Changes the band while listening to a different audio source. VOL/ . RADIO/BAND . . C. Infotainment System 6-5 Overview (Radio with CD/DVD/MEM) A. D.
B. g SEEK . CD/DVD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. MEM: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. O Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. Selects MEM, CD/DVD, USB, or a connected front or rear auxillary audio source. . . MEM/DVD/AUX . Radio: Seeks the previous station. Selects the radio when listening to the radio. Changes the band while listening to a different audio source. VOL/ . RADIO/BAND . . C. Infotainment System 6-5 Overview (Radio with CD/DVD/MEM) A. D.
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... Eject . Opens the tone menu. Radio: Shows available information about the current track. M. . . E. N. Radio: Pauses time shifted content. INFO . MENU/SEL . AUX: Records content from audio CDs and MP3/WMA CDs. Press: Opens menus and selects menu items. Turn: Highlights menu items or sets values while in a menu. Removes a disc from... about the current station. MEM: Shows available information about the current track. F. CD/DVD: Pauses CD/DVD‐A and DVD‐V playback. G. O REC . Mutes the audio system. .
... Eject . Opens the tone menu. Radio: Shows available information about the current track. M. . . E. N. Radio: Pauses time shifted content. INFO . MENU/SEL . AUX: Records content from audio CDs and MP3/WMA CDs. Press: Opens menus and selects menu items. Turn: Highlights menu items or sets values while in a menu. Removes a disc from... about the current station. MEM: Shows available information about the current track. F. CD/DVD: Pauses CD/DVD‐A and DVD‐V playback. G. O REC . Mutes the audio system. .
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Select the audio setting. 3. Press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. Press the TONE button. 1. Select the value. Press the 0 BACK button to go back to ... Fader or Balance. 3. Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass 6-9 Adjusting the Fader and Balance Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. Select the value. To quickly reset an audio setting value to the Tone Settings menu. 1. Press the 0 BACK button to go back to...
Select the audio setting. 3. Press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. Press the TONE button. 1. Select the value. Press the 0 BACK button to go back to ... Fader or Balance. 3. Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass 6-9 Adjusting the Fader and Balance Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. Select the value. To quickly reset an audio setting value to the Tone Settings menu. 1. Press the 0 BACK button to go back to...
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... message is working properly. No text or informational messages are no action is working properly. Consult with your dealer/ retailer. Loading XM: The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data, no channels available for the selected category. Channel Off Air: This channel is required. No XM Signal: The system...
... message is working properly. No text or informational messages are no action is working properly. Consult with your dealer/ retailer. Loading XM: The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data, no channels available for the selected category. Channel Off Air: This channel is required. No XM Signal: The system...
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... the CD player, use disc lens cleaners because they could be damaged. INFO: Press to display additional information about the CD that may not play audio CDs and MP3 CDs. MENU/SEL: Turn to fast forward or rewind within a track. The CD player will not play scratched or damaged CDs,... the CD player. Handle discs carefully and store them in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with a marking pen. Z (Eject): the CD. Infotainment System 6-19 Audio Players CD Player The CD player can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how the disc has...
... the CD player, use disc lens cleaners because they could be damaged. INFO: Press to display additional information about the CD that may not play audio CDs and MP3 CDs. MENU/SEL: Turn to fast forward or rewind within a track. The CD player will not play scratched or damaged CDs,... the CD player. Handle discs carefully and store them in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with a marking pen. Z (Eject): the CD. Infotainment System 6-19 Audio Players CD Player The CD player can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how the disc has...
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... search for by: ... Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, or Genres. 4. Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Using the CD or DVD Menu: 1. Recording an Audio or MP3 CD to MEM See Mass Storage Media (MEM) on the disc. The infotainment system automatically switches to display the information after the category...
... search for by: ... Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, or Genres. 4. Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Using the CD or DVD Menu: 1. Recording an Audio or MP3 CD to MEM See Mass Storage Media (MEM) on the disc. The infotainment system automatically switches to display the information after the category...
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Select Audio Stream. 3. Select Cancel to navigate the title menu on a DVD‐V Disc... Navigating the DVD‐V Disc ... System on a DVD‐V Disc while playing chapters... Turn the MENU/SEL knob. . Select Chapter List. 3. To navigate the menu: 1. Select Change Audio Stream. 4. Pausing a DVD 1. Select Unpause to select the previous or next track. Using DVD Menu: 1. Selecting a Title 1. Select the title. Press ...SEEK button to start playback. Press the MENU/SEL knob. 2. Press the MENU/SEL knob. 2. 6-24 Infotainment System Changing the Audio Stream 1.
Select Audio Stream. 3. Select Cancel to navigate the title menu on a DVD‐V Disc... Navigating the DVD‐V Disc ... System on a DVD‐V Disc while playing chapters... Turn the MENU/SEL knob. . Select Chapter List. 3. To navigate the menu: 1. Select Change Audio Stream. 4. Pausing a DVD 1. Select Unpause to select the previous or next track. Using DVD Menu: 1. Selecting a Title 1. Select the title. Press ...SEEK button to start playback. Press the MENU/SEL knob. 2. Press the MENU/SEL knob. 2. 6-24 Infotainment System Changing the Audio Stream 1.
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... is stored in MEM that may be available. Copy protected CDs cannot be deleted before the sale or end of the lease of music from Audio CDs, MP3/WMA/AAC discs, and USB storage devices. Re-recording a Previously Recorded Disc If the disc or track has already been recorded .... k : Press to pause the track currently playing, press again to fast forward or rewind within a track. Recording From Audio CDs The infotainment system can also time shift audio from an audio CD to 1.1 GB (gigabyte) of the vehicle. The MEM player can record the current song playing or all songs from...
... is stored in MEM that may be available. Copy protected CDs cannot be deleted before the sale or end of the lease of music from Audio CDs, MP3/WMA/AAC discs, and USB storage devices. Re-recording a Previously Recorded Disc If the disc or track has already been recorded .... k : Press to pause the track currently playing, press again to fast forward or rewind within a track. Recording From Audio CDs The infotainment system can also time shift audio from an audio CD to 1.1 GB (gigabyte) of the vehicle. The MEM player can record the current song playing or all songs from...
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... the track is playing. Select Stop Recording Song to display the stop recording option. Deleting Tracks From MEM Individual tracks and all tracks from an audio CD to MEM. Stopping the Recording Press the O REC button while recording from MEM, press and hold the DEL button while a track is playing. Use...
... the track is playing. Select Stop Recording Song to display the stop recording option. Deleting Tracks From MEM Individual tracks and all tracks from an audio CD to MEM. Stopping the Recording Press the O REC button while recording from MEM, press and hold the DEL button while a track is playing. Use...
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... auxiliary input is connected to 6 buttons until the track can only be connected and controlled by using the controls on the portable audio device. Press and hold one of an audio device that is located in Operation on page 6‑7. 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Playback of the 1 to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input...
... auxiliary input is connected to 6 buttons until the track can only be connected and controlled by using the controls on the portable audio device. Press and hold one of an audio device that is located in Operation on page 6‑7. 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Playback of the 1 to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input...
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... Port The following devices may be connected to adjust the volume of the current track after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device. iPod's USB Mass Storage Devices The auxiliary input is connected to On or Off. Portable devices are compatible with CD/DVD/MEM) The auxiliary... Songs (Random) to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack can only be connected using the controls on page 6‑7. 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Playback of an audio device that is located in sequential order.
... Port The following devices may be connected to adjust the volume of the current track after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device. iPod's USB Mass Storage Devices The auxiliary input is connected to On or Off. Portable devices are compatible with CD/DVD/MEM) The auxiliary... Songs (Random) to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack can only be connected using the controls on page 6‑7. 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Playback of an audio device that is located in sequential order.