Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components

Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks.

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    Safety & Features
    With the top score, Good, in frontal, side and rear impacts by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Terrain and Equinox have both been named IIHS Top Safety Picks. That's commendable, t ...

    Trip Odometer
    The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero. Press the reset button, located on the instrument panel cluster next to the voltmeter, to tog ...

    Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
    These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off: • Audio System • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to the windows and sunroof will ...