Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2018 Chevrolet Equinox LS, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Wheel Alignment Specifications
| Suspension | Camber | Cross Camber (L-R) | Caster | Cross Caster (L-R) | Total Toe | Steering Wheel Angle | Thrust Angle / 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Left | Right | Left | Right | ||||||
| Front FWD | -0.50° ± 0.70° | -0.50° ± 0.70° | 0.0° ± 0.80° | 4.50° ± 0.80° | 4.50° ± 0.80° | 0.0° ± 0.80° | +0.20° ± 0.20° | 0.0° ± 3.50° | - |
| Front AWD | -0.35° ± 0.70° | -0.35° ± 0.70° | 0.0° ± 0.80° | 4.50° ± 0.80° | 4.50° ± 0.80° | 0.0° ± 0.80° | +0.20° ± 0.20° | 0.0° ± 3.50° | - |
| Rear | -0.50° ± 0.80° | -0.50° ± 0.80° | - | - | - | - | 0.10° ± 0.20° | - | 0.0° ± 0.30° |
| Alignment Condition: Full tank of fuel, no passengers and placed on flat level surface. | |||||||||
Factory Service Tools
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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.