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Chevrolet Equinox I Repair Manual
Step-by-step repair and maintenance instructions for the Chevrolet Equinox I (2004–2009): removal, installation, adjustment, diagnostics and parameter checks with illustrations.
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- Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor Specifications
- Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants
- Transmission General Specifications
- Fluid Capacity Specifications
- Range Reference
- Shift Solenoid Valve State and Gear Ratio
- Shift Speed
- Transmission Range Switch Logic
- Line Pressure
- Component Resistance
- Automatic Transmission Schematic Icons
- C100 to Wiring Harness Side to Transmission Side
- 2-3, 3-4 Shift Solenoid (S2)
- 3-4, 4-5 Shift Solenoid (S4)
- Reverse, 1st Shift Solenoid (S1)
- Reverse Shift Valve Solenoid (S5)
- Shift Pressure Control Solenoid (SLS)
- Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Lock Up Pressure Control Solenoid (SLU)
- Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor, Wiring Harness Side
- DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX
- Removal Procedure
- Installation Procedure
- Tools Required
- Disassembling Cable
- Cable Removal - Transaxle End
- Cable Installation - Transaxle End
- Cable Installation - Shift Control End
- Assembling Cable
- Adjustment Procedure
- Transaxle Range Switch Adjustment
- Oil Cooler Pipe Seals Replacement
- Drive Axle Shaft Seal Replacement (Right)
- Drive Axle Shaft Seal Replacement (Left)
- Transaxle Replacement
- Inspection Procedure
- How to Use This Article
- Basic Knowledge
- Diagnosis
- Transmission General Description
- Transmission Component and System Description
- Transmission Adaptive Functions
- Transmission Oil Life Monitor
- Normally Open Shift Solenoid Valves
- Normally Closed Shift Solenoid Valves
- Duty Cycle, Frequency and Current Flow
- Special Tools
- Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants
- Fluid Capacity Specifications
- Shim Size Specifications
- Transmission Clearance Specifications
- Torque Converter Assembly Removal
- Holding Fixture Installation
- Draining Transmission Fluid
- Output Speed Sensor Removal
- Input Speed Sensor Removal
- Park/Neutral Position Switch Removal
- Control Valve Body Cover Removal
- Wiring Harness Removal
- Control Valve Body Assembly Removal
- Tools Required
- Torque Converter Housing Removal
- Front Differential Assembly Removal
- Fluid Filter Removal
- Transmission Fluid Baffle Removal
- Manual Shift Detent Lever and Park Pawl Removal
- Third Gear Band Servo Piston Pin Measurement
- 1-2-Reverse Carrier Gear Assembly Removal
- Third Gear Band Servo Piston Assembly Removal
- Case Cover and 1-2 Reverse Clutch Assembly Removal
- Rear Internal Gear and Front Carrier Removal
- Low and Reverse Clutch Piston Removal
- Output Gear Assembly Removal
- Transmission Case Inspection
- Front Differential Bearing Race and Selective Shim Removal
- Front Differential Bearing Race and Selective Shim Installation
- 4-5 Clutch Drum Assembly Disassemble
- 4-5 Clutch Drum Assembly Assemble
- Output Gear Assembly Installation
- Low and Reverse Clutch Piston Installation
- Front Internal Gear and Overrun Clutch Disassemble
- Front Internal Gear Cleaning and Inspection
- Front Internal Gear and Overrun Clutch Assemble
- Low and Reverse Clutch Piston Travel Measurement
- Front Carrier Sun Gear Assembly Disassemble
- Front Carrier Sun Gear Assembly Installation
- Rear Internal Gear Assembly Installation
- Rear Sun Gear and Hub Assembly Installation
- Forward and Direct Clutch Assembly Disassemble
- Forward and Direct Clutch Assembly Assemble
- Direct Clutch Piston Travel Check
- Forward Clutch Piston Travel Check
- Forward and Direct Clutch Assembly Installation
- Case Cover Assembly Disassemble
- 1-2 Reverse Clutch Disassemble
- Case Cover Cleaning and Inspection
- 1-2 Reverse Clutch Assemble
- Case Cover Assembly Assemble
- 1-2 Reverse Clutch Piston Travel Measurement
- Transmission Case Cover and 1-2 Reverse Clutch Assembly Installation
- Third Gear Band Servo Piston Disassemble
- Third Gear Band Servo Piston Assemble
- Third Gear Band Servo Piston Installation
- 1-2-Reverse Carrier Gear Assembly Installation
- Manual Shift Detent Lever and Park Pawl Installation
- Third Gear Band Apply Tube Installation
- Transmission Fluid Baffle Installation
- Front Differential Assembly Cleaning and Inspection
- Torque Converter Housing Cleaning and Inspection
- Torque Converter Housing Installation
- Second Coast Clutch Disassemble
- Second Coast Clutch Assemble
- Second Clutch Piston Travel Measurement
- Second Coast Clutch Piston Travel Measurement
- Second Coast, Second Clutch Hub and Second Clutch Sprag Disassemble
- Fluid Pump Installation
- Control Valve Body Assembly Disassemble
- Middle Control Valve Body Disassemble
- Middle Control Valve Body Assemble
- Rear Control Valve Body Disassemble
- Rear Control Valve Body Assemble
- No. 2 Rear Control Valve Body Disassemble
- No. 2 Rear Control Valve Body Assemble
- Front Control Valve Body Disassemble
- Front Control Valve Body Assemble
- Control Valve Body Assembly Assemble
- Control Valve Body Assembly Installation
- Wiring Harness Installation
- Control Valve Body Cover Installation
- Input Speed Sensor Installation
- Output Speed Sensor Installation
- Drain Plug Installation
- Torque Converter Assembly Installation
- Park - Engine Running
- Manual Valve
- Reverse, 1st Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve Assembly (S1)
- 3-4, 4-5 Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve Assembly (S4)
- Reverse Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve Assembly (S5)
- Shift Pressure Relay Valve
- U1 Shift Valve
- 1-2 Reverse Clutch (B5) Assembly
- Lock Up Relay Valve
- PASSAGES
- Reverse
- Primary Pressure Regulator Valve
- #7 Accumulator Check Valve Assembly
- M1 Shift Valve
- Low and Reverse Clutch (B3) Assembly
- #6 Reverse Shift Ball Check Valve
- M2 Shift Valve
- #1 Accumulator Check Valve Assembly
- Direct Clutch (C2) Assembly
- 1-2, 2-3, Reverse Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve Assembly (S3)
- Reverse Inhibit
- Neutral - Engine Running
- Shift Pressure Control Valve
- Drive and Intermediate Range - First Gear
- C1 Control Valve
- Neutral Relay Valve
- #12 Ball Check Valve
- #8 Accumulator Check Valve Assembly
- Forward Clutch (C1) Assembly
- Forward Clutch (C1) Accumulator
- B2 Control Valve
- Low Range - First Gear, Engine Braking
- B5 Control Valve
- #5 Accumulator Check Valve Assembly
- Solenoid Relay Valve
- Drive, Intermediate and Low Range - Second Gear
- #2 Accumulator Check Valve Assembly
- Second Clutch (B2) Assembly
- 2-3, 3-4 Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve Assembly (S2)
- Second Coast Clutch (B1) Assembly
- Drive and Intermediate Range - Third Gear
- U2 Shift Valve
- #9 Reverse Shift Restrict Ball Check Valve
- 3rd Gear Band (B4) Servo Piston Assembly
- Lock Up Control Valve
- Drive Range - Fourth Gear
- 4-5 Clutch (C3) Assembly
- B4 Release Valve
- Drive Range Fifth Gear - Torque Converter Clutch Released
- TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH RELEASED
- Drive Range Fifth Gear - Torque Converter Clutch Applied
- Stage 1
- Stage 2
- Stage 3
- Drive Range - Emergency Fifth Gear
- Lock Up Pressure Control Solenoid Valve (SLU)
- Special Tools
- Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Utility/Van Zoning
- Electrical Symbols
- Basic Knowledge Required
- Checking Aftermarket Accessories
- Circuit Testing
- Using Connector Test Adapters
- Probing Electrical Connectors
- Frontprobe
- Backprobe
- Troubleshooting with a Digital Multimeter
- Tools Required
- Measuring Voltage
- Measuring Voltage Drop
- Measuring Frequency
- Testing for Continuity
- With a DMM
- With a Test Lamp
- Testing for Short to Ground
- Fuse Powering Several Loads
- Testing for a Short to Voltage
- Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
- Testing for Proper Terminal Contact
- Round Wire Connectors
- Control Module/Component Voltage and Grounds
- Temperature Sensitivity
- Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electrical Noise
- Incorrect Control Module
- Salt Water Spray
- High Temperature Conditions
- Low Temperature Conditions
- Duplicating Failure Conditions
- Testing for Electrical Intermittents
- Vehicle Data Recorder
- Circuit Protection - Circuit Breakers
- Circuit Protection - Fusible Links
- Repairing a Fusible Link
- Wiring Repairs
- Repairing Damaged Wire Insulation
- Flat Wire Repairs
- GMLAN Repairs
- GMLAN Connector Terminal Repair
- GMLAN Wire Repair
- High Temperature Wiring
- Identifying High Temperature Wiring
- High Temperature Wire Repair
- Splicing Copper Wire Using Splice Clips
- Splicing Twisted or Shielded Cable
- Splicing Inline Harness Diodes
- SIR/SRS Connector Repair (Plastic Body and Terminal Metal Pin)
- SIR/SRS Wire Pigtail Repair
- SIR/SRS Wire Repair
- SIR/SRS System Wire Splice Repair
- Connector Position Assurance (CPA)
- Terminal Position Assurance (TPA)
- Connector Repairs
- Identifying Connectors
- Connector Position Assurance Locks
- Terminal Position Assurance Locks
- Terminal Removal Procedure
- Terminal Repair Procedure
- Terminal Replacement Procedure
- Terminal Removal
- Terminal Repair
- Reinstalling Terminal
- Terminal Installation
- Removal Procedure
- Repair Procedure
- Power and Grounding Schematic Icons
- Master Electrical Component List
- Power and Grounding Connector End Views
- Inline Harness Connector End Views
- Splice Pack Connector End Views
- Installation Procedure
- Special Tools