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2010 Chevy Equinox Problems

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#353 of 2001 Re: Strange Noise on Startup - '10 Equinox 4-Cyl [back2front] by gmcustsvc

Jun 16, 2010 (8:04 am)

Replying to: back2front (Jun 15, 2010 9:48 pm)
Hello Back2front,
The 2010 Equinox does have a clicking/ticking noise associated with their 4 cylinders. The noise comes from the injectors and it is normal. However, if you feel that the noise is really loud I would suggest taking it to the dealership. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service

#354 of 2001 Re: Strange Noise on Startup - '10 Equinox 4-Cyl [gmcustsvc] by wallyuwl

Jun 16, 2010 (8:21 am)

Replying to: gmcustsvc (Jun 16, 2010 8:04 am)
Mariah,
 
Is this knocking associated with fact the 2.4L is direct injection?
 
I noticed this on my Nox but it isn't very loud and I've never thought anything of it.
 
Thanks.

#355 of 2001 Re: Strange Noise on Startup - '10 Equinox 4-Cyl [gmcustsvc] by back2front

Jun 16, 2010 (12:43 pm)

Replying to: gmcustsvc (Jun 16, 2010 8:04 am)
I have an oil change coming up so I will have them look at it...Thanks, still love this car!!

#356 of 2001 Re: 2006 chevrolet equinox engin don't start [bolek29] by benjammin04

Jun 17, 2010 (6:42 am)

Replying to: bolek29 (Dec 15, 2009 8:48 am)
I am having this same issue with my equinox, have you been able to find out the problem?

#357 of 2001 Re: metal shavings as result of manufacture of head [jlg44] by wallyuwl

Jun 17, 2010 (7:50 am)

Replying to: jlg44 (Jan 27, 2010 12:46 pm)
I know this reply is long in coming...
 
My vehicle stalled while slowing down from coming off the interstate. It gave a few engine codes. It started right back up, and we were on our way. It only did it that one time. Had the actuator replaced a few months ago and all has been good in this regard.

#358 of 2001 Re: Dealership differences [maxiumpete] by wallyuwl

Jun 17, 2010 (7:55 am)

Replying to: maxiumpete (Jan 14, 2010 4:24 pm)
Maxiumpete,
 
I have a 1LT with the Vehicle Interface Package and they forgot to put in the USB port (common with early 1LTs with VIF). In the 1LT the USB port isn't standard equipment like with the 2LT, but with the VIF mine should have had it.
 
What exactly did you do to get this issue resolved (I'm sorry I've had a hard time following your issue due to the high number of posts in this thread)?
 
My dealer offered to install it for free, but the two parts needed total about $400. I don't think I should have to pay this since I only got a $75 credit on the invoice for it not being installed.
 
Thanks!

#359 of 2001 Steering and headlights by wallyuwl

Jun 17, 2010 (9:03 am)

Has anyone been able to find out if there is a service bulletin for the "sticky steering" issue? I have it occasionally on the hwy. Not too worried about it, but would like it fixed if there is a bulletin (dealer won't be able to replicate it because it is so infrequent).
 
Anyone also know if there is a service bulletin for the weak low beams on the headlights? My dealer was unable to find one, but that doesn't mean there isn't one.
 
Also, for the first thirty seconds or so after startup the Nox warms up the catalytic converter quickly to lessen pollution (all vehicles do, it is a govt. regulation). During this time the vehicle feels like it hesitates when driving it. There was supposed to be a new software calibration to fix this. Anyone know if it is out yet? And if so, what the calibration number is?
 
Thanks.

#360 of 2001 Re: No Oil ! [randyrealtor] by wallyuwl

Jun 17, 2010 (8:30 am)

Replying to: randyrealtor (Jun 15, 2010 12:50 pm)
No oil?! If there was no oil you or your wife would have surely known it, I'd think. I wonder if someone at the dealer drained it, then another tech saw there was no oil? A year ago after I did an oil change on our Vibe all the oil ran out of the engine through the filter for some reason (bad gasket maybe). After two seconds I knew it had no oil, the noise from the engine was horrible. I can't even describe it. I immediately shut the engine off and put on a new filter and some new oil and all was good.
 
Just a FYI for everyone: these new Nox's are obviously very new so there isn't a lot of data out there regarding analysis of used oil from these engines. I have heard, however, the direct injected engines in the Traverse are very hard on oil (the 4 cyl Nox is also DI). Considering this, I'd suggest putting in full synthetic oil to protect your engine and oil changes at least every 6k miles. Often times you can go 10k or more miles on full synthetic oil, but I wouldn't in this engine.

#361 of 2001 Re: Strange Noise on Startup - '10 Equinox 4-Cyl [back2front] by gmcustsvc

Jun 17, 2010 (9:29 am)

Replying to: back2front (Jun 16, 2010 12:43 pm)
You're welcome! Let me know how everything goes.
Mariah GM Customer Service

#362 of 2001 Re: Strange Noise on Startup - '10 Equinox 4-Cyl [wallyuwl] by gmcustsvc

Jun 17, 2010 (11:23 am)

Replying to: wallyuwl (Jun 16, 2010 8:21 am)
Hello Wallyuwl,
Yes, it is really more of a ticking noise then anything but yes that is what we are referring to. The ticking noise is normal to the Equinox. However, if you feel the noise isn't normal I would suggest taking it to the dealership to be diagnosed. Thank you,
Mariah GM Customer Service

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