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Where is the gas tank button on a Chevy Equinox?

Where is the gas tank button on a Chevy Equinox?

Like many Chevy vehicles, you should first know that there is no button or latch to release the fuel door from the inside of the Equinox. Instead, you’ll find the fuel door operates in a much simpler way. To open the fuel door, simply exit the vehicle and push the rear portion of the fuel door inward.

Are there any problems with the Chevy Equinox engine?

For the 3.4-liter V6 engine in 2005, one or both head gaskets would develop a massive leak that often lead to a blown engine. And over time, after putting many miles on the Chevrolet engine, there may be a risk for a cracked engine block. In 2010, it came to light once again that Equinox models were experiencing huge problems with the engine.

Are there any recalls on the 2012 Chevy Equinox?

NHTSA Recalls: 2012 Chevy Equinox. There were 3 recalls issued by the NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. While there were also three recalls in the previous model year, the tire pressure system issue was a 2012 only issue. Key May Be Removed in Gear – Typically, the ignition key should only be removable while in park.

What are the signs of a bad timing belt on a Chevy Equinox?

Here are some of the most common signs of a bad timing belt on the Chevy Equinox: Engine Won’t Start – If your Equinox’s timing chain or belt has fallen off completely, broken, or has jumped a few teeth, it is entirely possible that the engine won’t even start. You might hear it slapping around as the engine cranks over.

What kind of transmission does a 2012 Chevy Equinox have?

Chattering on Startup – The 2012 Equinox is well known for a chatter on startup. It only lasts until it is warmed up. It sounds terrible though, almost like someone dumped a bucket of bolts into the crank case. The 2012 Equinox was equipped with six speed automatic transmissions.

For the 3.4-liter V6 engine in 2005, one or both head gaskets would develop a massive leak that often lead to a blown engine. And over time, after putting many miles on the Chevrolet engine, there may be a risk for a cracked engine block. In 2010, it came to light once again that Equinox models were experiencing huge problems with the engine.

NHTSA Recalls: 2012 Chevy Equinox. There were 3 recalls issued by the NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. While there were also three recalls in the previous model year, the tire pressure system issue was a 2012 only issue. Key May Be Removed in Gear – Typically, the ignition key should only be removable while in park.

Chattering on Startup – The 2012 Equinox is well known for a chatter on startup. It only lasts until it is warmed up. It sounds terrible though, almost like someone dumped a bucket of bolts into the crank case. The 2012 Equinox was equipped with six speed automatic transmissions.

How often does a 2013 Chevy Equinox stall?

One owner of a 2013 model in South Carolina said they were adding as much as four to six quarts per month. That’s in addition to regular oil changes by a mechanic. The owner kept spare quarts of oil in the vehicle just to be on the safe side. The engine light came on often and it would seem as if the engine were about to stall often.

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Ruth Doyle