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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013EQUINOX LS, AWD, GASREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSPOWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMSREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT SIDE DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE ROD ADJUSTMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS, AWD, Gas
Removal Procedure
2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS, AWD, GasSECTION Removal Procedure
- Remove the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
- Remove the front side door water deflector.
- Use a flat-head tool to open the clip from the threaded rod connecting the lock to the outside handle.
- Adjust the travel of the handle by removing the threaded rod from the clip.
NOTE:
The rear window channel blocks access to the rod clip. Removing the two bolts from the rear run channel enough to undo clip.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.