Climate Controls Chevrolet Equinox
Climate Control Systems Chevrolet Equinox
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
1. Fan Control.
2. MAX Defrost.
3. Defrost/Defog.
4. A/C (Air Conditioning).
5. Temperature Control.
6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped).
7. Recirculation.
8. Air Delivery Mode Controls.
9. Rear Window Defogger.
: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed or turn the fan off.
TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature.
Air Delivery Mode Controls :
Press 
, 
, and 
or a combination of the buttons to change the direction of the airflow. The indicator light in the button will turn on.
To change the current mode, select one or more of the following:.
: Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield.
: Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
: Air is directed to the floor outlets.
MAX : Air is directed to the windshield and the fan runs at a higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared from the windshield more quickly. When the button is pressed again, the system returns to the previous mode setting.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off. If the climate control system is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run.
: Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air and odors.
Rear Window Defogger.
: Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on.
The defogger can be turned off by turning the ignition off or to ACC/ACCESSORY.
The rear window defogger can be set to automatic operation. See “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization. When Auto Rear Defog is selected, the rear window defogger turns on automatically when the interior temperature is cold and the outside temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) and below. The auto rear defogger turns off automatically.
If the vehicle is equipped with heated outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors.
Caution.
Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio’s ability to pick up stations clearly. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
or 
: If equipped, press or to heat the driver or passenger seat. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats.
Dual Automatic Climate Control System.
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls.
2. MAX Defrost.
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls.
4. A/C (Air Conditioning).
5. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats (If Equipped).
6. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature).
7. AUTO (Automatic Operation).
8. Fan Control.
9. Power.
10. Recirculation.
11. Rear Window Defogger.
Automatic Operation.
The system automatically heats or cools the vehicle to the desired temperature:.
● Fan Speed.
● Air Delivery Mode.
● Air Conditioning.
● Recirculation.
When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled, even if the AUTO indicator is not lit.
For automatic operation:.
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort.
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on. Press to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air.
Driver and Passenger Temperature Control : The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature.
SYNC : Press to link all climate zone settings to the driver setting. The SYNC indicator light will turn on. When the passenger settings are adjusted, the SYNC indicator light turns off.
Manual Operation.
: Press to turn the fan off or on. When off, no air will flow into the vehicle. Turning the fan on, pressing any other button, or turning a knob will turn the system back on using the current setting.
: Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan speed setting appears on the main display. Pressing either button cancels automatic fan control and the fan is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation.
Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press any combination of X, Y, or [ to change the direction of the airflow. The indicator light in the button will turn on. The current mode appears in the display screen. Pressing any of the three buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation.
To change the current mode, select one or more of the following:.
: Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield.
: Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
: Air is directed to the floor outlets.
MAX : Air is directed to the windshield and the fan runs at a higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared from the windshield more quickly. When the button is pressed again, the system returns to the previous mode setting.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off. If the climate control system is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run.
Pressing this button cancels automatic air conditioning and turns off the air conditioner. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs automatically as needed. When the indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster.
: Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air and odors.
Auto Defog : The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed may slightly increase to help prevent fogging. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to normal operation.
To turn Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization.
Rear Window Defogger.
: Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The defogger only works when the ignition is on.
The defogger can be turned off by turning the ignition to off or ACC/ACCESSORY.
The rear window defogger can be set to automatic operation. See “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization. When auto rear defog is selected, the rear window defogger turns on automatically when the interior temperature is cold and the outside temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) and below. The Auto Rear Defogger turns off automatically.
If the vehicle is equipped with heated outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors.
Caution.
Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio’s ability to pick up stations clearly. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Front Seats : If equipped, press L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat.
If equipped, press 
or 
to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats.
Remote Start Climate Control Operation (If Equipped) : If the vehicle is equipped with the remote start feature, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. The system uses the driver’s previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. If the vehicle has heated or ventilated seats, they may come on during a remote start. See Remote Vehicle Start and Heated and Ventilated Front Seats.
Sensor.
The solar sensor on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat.
The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort.
Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the automatic climate control system may not work properly.
Afterblow Feature.
If equipped, under certain conditions, the fan may stay on or may turn on and off several times after you turn off and lock the vehicle. This is normal.
Air Vents.
Use the louvers located on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow.
To open or close off the airflow:.
● On the center air vents, move the slider knobs up or down.
● On the outer and rear air vents, move the slider knobs right or left.
Operation Tips.
● Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle.
● Clear snow off the hood to improve visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into the vehicle, which may improve long term system performance.
● Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively.
● Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle.
● Do not attach any devices to the air vent slats. This restricts airflow and may cause damage to the air vents.
Maintenance.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.
The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance.
1. Open the glove box.
2. Disconnect the glove box door damper (1) from the glove box door assembly by squeezing the pivot (2) to release the damper ring.
3. Squeeze both sides of the glove box bin inward to lower beyond the stops.
4. Remove the two screws securing the door.
5. Press the latches on either side of the service door inward to release. Open the service door and remove the old filter.
6. Install the new air filter.
7. Close the service door completely.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the glove box.
See your dealer if additional assistance is needed
Service.
All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other health-based concerns.
The air conditioning system requires periodic maintenance.
