Electrical system problems

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Navagation, Radio, Backup Camera

Chevrolet Equinox 2012 6 cylinder 55302 miles
Not working, is there a relay switch ??? Checked fuses, seem OK
Lager from Canada 8 years ago  
LA
22 reports 
Faith from United States 7 years ago
What do we do when this issue is a problem I'm $20,000 still into this car and the whole radio navigation Bluetooth system just went out. Its on me to fix it 1300 iut of my pocket now that its out of warranty... BIG PROBLEM
Lager from Canada 7 years ago
I have been advised by the dealership that I have to replace my radio unit at a cost of $1600 and only have one year guarantee on the new unit Quite the rip off as I do not now how long the new unit will last!
Leslie from United States 5 years ago
My radio comes on while my car is shut off and the key is out
TNT$ from Canada 5 years ago
I have had some issues and read the issues of others and most relate to the USB port in the center glove compartment. I forgot my charger and started to use the USB port. I immediately had issues. I unplugged everything and turned the car off for 20 minutes. Everything is now working fine. So no more USB port for me it seems to confuse the system hope this helps
George from United States a year ago
I have a 2015 Chevy equinox and I have found that having the iPhone plugged into the vehicle has something to do with radio problems. Leaving the phone plugged in and working different apps somehow causes a freeze and the radio will not shut off, but will leave a light blue haze of a screen. The volume graph will work, and configurations will work, but not the radio itself. Local Chevy dealership said they couldn’t figure out what was wrong. I found the only way to solve. The problem is to disconnect the battery and then reconnect which somehow resets whatever the issue is.
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Won't Start even when jumped

Chevrolet Equinox 2006 UT 78063 miles
All lights and radio turn on, but engine will not start. Battery jump unsuccessful
Maggieferrin1982 from United States 7 years ago  
MA
41 reports 
Austin from United States 7 years ago
When the car is running what does your battery volt readout say? Anything below 13.9 it's time to change the battery.
Star from Canada 7 years ago
When I turn the key every seems to be working. It doesnt start. The next day only some things work. Have gone through the fuses under hood and by passenger. Could it be wiring?
Star from Canada 7 years ago
Equinox 2007 I was having problems with eg. Lights. Wipers horn gas gauge working one day but. The next day it would be a différent group. I checked fuses replaced with new and now it wont start. Wiring at fault?.
Kasavi from United States 7 months ago
Won't start gave jump turns over but not start then battery clicks
Bad equinox from United States 5 months ago
Everything works just won’t start. New battery put in
SteveG from United States 3 months ago
Car started last night, won’t start this morning. The temperature is very cold and it won’t take a jump…
Bobbieg from United States 3 months ago
The battery and fuse box or the brains box on top of the battery needs to BE GROUNDED! Seriously tell that to a mechanic
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Car won't start just cranks

Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Suv 42000 miles
I have a cheavy equinox 2016 I've check fuses there good cleand throttle new battery just needs a oil change change please help me I need to know what could be the problem could it be a fuse or the throttle it's not getting any gas to the engine please help me
RONNIE from United States 7 months ago  
RO
2 reports 
2016 equinox lt 2.4 (no nav) from United States 6 months ago
I had that problem intermittently as well for about 2 weeks I ended up replacing the starter relay, & fuse fuel pump relay or fuse whichever it called for then I replaced the battery and alternator then had my computer reset it's been almost 3 weeks and I've now had no issues cranking it up. Now the mylink is another story ps. I've heard that the 2.4 model has a oil consumption problem and a problem with the pistons getting clogged especially if your using the eco mode regularly. My 16 equinox lt 2.4 has about 78000 miles on it I have had so many issues and will probably be trading it in ASAP
Chelbi from United States 5 months ago
Prob have set ur anti theft off and it’s a passive system so it shuts the fuel off to ur engine , it takes a full charged battery and a jump box or another car and about twenty min to reset the anti theft I’ve done it about three times in mine when battery went dead or replaced one
Sam from United States 2 months ago
How do you reset it? Like... what is the procedure?;
KMJ from United States 3 months ago
On your twenty sixteen equinox have Front wind shield Wipers, ever just stop working If so what was the problem? And how did you fix it.
Chelbi from United States 2 months ago
If the fuses are good then it’s the motor in the wipers that has failed
Chelbi from United States 2 months ago
If it’s not starting it’s always an anti theft or starter problem so if u have tripped the anti theft , you have to put ur key in door and unlock it and or get that reset and if that’s not the issue check ur starter relay and all fuses that go to it and that’s a great place to start and if the battery is weak or not enough cranking amps it won’t start either so check your battery as well
KMJ from United States 2 months ago
It was camshaft sensors and Battery. Thanks
Chelbi from United States a month ago
Sounds like u tripped ur anti theft and it shuts fuel off to car
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Autostart does not work

Chevrolet Equinox 2012 Chevy 60000 miles
So, i have a 2012 Equinox and the autostart won't work. Did all the systems/door/lock/hood latch checks. Changed the battery in the key fob and used the back up remote. You can hear the car getting ready to start, you can hear the enging clicking and trying to engage to turn the engine over, but it doesn't. So now what? Do I take it to a dealer and pay hundreds of dollars for a scan cause the engine light is on and coincidentally autostart doesn't work? Do I have to buy a new autostart? I paid of $3,000 for the extended GMPP plan and does this fall under the warranty? I just got the suv back from the dealership after a week of them having it. What can I do from home, and if I can't figure it out then what?
Battygirl from Canada 7 years ago  
BA
14 reports 
chevy from Canada 7 years ago
Auto start does not work if the check engine light is on
Inkman66 from Canada 2 years ago
You need to solve the issue that is causing the check engine light. The remote start system is designed to not engage If the check engine light is on.
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Won't start

Chevrolet Equinox 2014  206000 miles
Changed alternator, started up just fine. Next day wouldn't start wont crank starter just spins had starter tested it tested fine
Imstruck from United States 3 years ago  
IM
4 reports 
Inkman66 from Canada 2 years ago
If the starter just 'spins' it indicates a solenoid issue. You could try 'jumping' the ignition terminal to the power post on the solenoid with a screwdriver...if it still just 'spins' the solenoid is bad. If this starts the car, then it's likely just an ignition fuse. Consult your owners manual for the location as there can be multiple fuses related to the ignition system.
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ABS and TC failure

Chevrolet Equinox 2005
The ABS and TC indicators started turning on and activating, and thus when braking it feels rather rough and noisy.The wiring has been checked and, after the sensors were cleaned, it worked properly but only for two days. Thanks for anyone's help.
anonymous user from United States 9 years ago
3 reports 
armilda43 from United States 9 years ago
Disconnect the sensors and you won't have any problems. It is just like driving a car withouth ABS.
Tom80 from United States 9 years ago
The same happened to me, the mechanic changed the harness which at first sight seemed to be fine and the noise disappeared. He said this was a typical problem, that the harness breaks on its inside due to the type of wire. Try this.
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Battery drainage over few hours when parked

Chevrolet Equinox 2016 SUV 48778 miles
I have recently changed my vehicle's battery (2016 Chevrolet Equinox) and not up to a month I started experiencing parasitic drainage. The battery after some few hours is drained out completely. The technicians have tried so many ways but can't actually detect the cause. I need help.
Thanks
Jimmy from other a year ago  
JI
1 report 
Jimmy from other a year ago
I have rectified my problem.
DeeR from United States 3 months ago
What was your problem? My 2015 is doing the same thing.
Jimmy from other 3 months ago
@DeeRIn fact, the electrician tried his best with so many diagnoses but did not work. So I had to try my own means by reading articles and someone mentioned a relay in the instrument cluster fuses called “Retained Accessory Power Relay”. I only took it out for some few minutes and fixed it back and after that day I never experienced any battery drainage problems. I have uploaded the diagram for your check.
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DeeR from United States 3 months ago
Thank you so much. Mine is in the shop now. If they don't fix I'll try this.
Jimmy from other 3 months ago
Cool. Hope they are able to sort you out.
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Turns ON But won't shift out of PARK

Chevrolet Equinox 2019 1.5 L 60000 miles
Started with having to jump and charge a new battery (purchased and put in less than a year ago at dealership). Anytime car would be at a stop light and the auto shut off decided to turn on , and car wouldn't be able to start back up without having to jump it...
After parking it one day, it did the same thing it's been and so I jumped the battery and it turned over and started but could not get it shifted out of PARK.
The display message on dash keeps saying that I need to shift it back into park and roll drivers side window DOWN and then UP???
Crowley6 from United States a year ago  
CR
9 reports 
Mar Omega from United States 6 months ago
I haven't had a battery issue (that I know of) in my 2008 Equinox, but I have recently had the "won't come out of park" issue recently. I did watch two videos on YouTube, that told me how to disassemble my console to access the shifter. I was able to manipulate a pin as shown in videos, but to remove the console, you have to disconnect your window controls, climate controls, Onstar controls etm. Of course you can reassemble everything, but the park lock issue reoccurred the third time I drove it after taking it apart. Today, I drove it disassembled again, but it was 25⁰ and I had no heat, defrost, or ability to roll windows up the last inch, so I cut the console into 3 sections with a Sawzall. Now all controls are plugged back in,and I can still access the shifter linkage.
Of course now my dashboard blacks out and resets when I hit the brakes too hard.
GFUNK from United States 5 months ago
Did you ever figure out the cause of the issue? I am a technician and working on someone's car with this exact issue on the same year vehicle and can't seem to figure out what is going on with it. When I connect my scan tool I am getting a loss of communication fault for the TCM. Customer said the battery was dead so they replaced the battery and now this happened and it's stuck in park.
Sam from United States 2 months ago
The tcm needs to be calibrated. Actually the procedure calibrate the ecm, tps, and tcm. Remove negative cable and fuses and relays. Ecm tps and tcm. Leave off for about 30 minutes. Put cable back on with fuses out. Push the gas to the floor and turn key to accessories. Hold gas down for 20 seconds. Let off and turn key off. Remove cable. Put fuses in. Put cable back on. Foot on gad turn to accessories again hold 6 seconds. Let off gas and turn off. Turn to accessories with foot on gas hold 10 seconds. Pump 9 times on gas and turn off. Then CRANK the car Rev motor a few times. Check the idle. That was on my nissan altima.
Chelbi from United States 2 months ago
That means your anti theft has been tripped get your manual and get ur anti theft reset
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Manual shift option not working

Chevrolet Equinox 2013 Auto 176000 miles
Where is the fuse for the manual shift button on a 2013 Chevy Equinox?
Vehicle does not come out of M1 when button is pushed so I'm trying to fault find using the most logical first step.
Pete from United States 8 months ago  
PE
2 reports 
Pete from United States 7 months ago
Surprised there has been not one response to my question.
Haden from United States 7 months ago
Ever find it? Having the same issue
Pete from United States 7 months ago
Hi, no I haven't found it yet. I did just buy a manual for the vehicle (it came without one) so hopefully the info will be in there, if it is I will post it here or reply to you. I'm also trying to work out how to get the console trim off to so I can refit the manual shift wires back into their contact points, I managed to pull the wires out when I pulled up on the shifter knob, the contacts were in need of a clean so that MAY have been the issue as to why it won't manual shift, that or a blown fuze.
Haden from United States 7 months ago
https://www.justanswer.com/chevy/kbt3n…... check this out. Might solve the issue
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Battery keeps draining down getting a check battery connection notific

Chevrolet Equinox 2015 Ls 43000 miles
My check battery post notification continues to come on and my battery is draining down
Katty from United States a year ago  
KA
1 reply 
Bruce from United States a year ago
The problem of a battery draining down in your 2015 Chevrolet Equinox can have several causes. A few common causes include:

Alternator: If the alternator is not charging the battery correctly, the battery can drain. You can have the alternator tested to see if it is working correctly.
Electrical components: If there are electrical components that continue to draw power from the battery even when the vehicle is turned off, the battery can drain. Examples of such components are dome lights, radio, or memory seats.
Parasitic drain: A parasitic drain is a small current draw from the battery that occurs even when the vehicle is turned off. Parasitic drains can be caused by a variety of electrical components and can be difficult to locate.
Battery cable connections: If the battery cable connections are loose or corroded, it can result in a poor electrical connection and cause the battery to drain.
Battery: If the battery is old or has low capacity, it can result in a battery drain even if the alternator and other electrical components are functioning properly.
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Car wont crank over

Chevrolet Equinox 2009 suv awd 3.4l 252000 miles
Put in new battery everything works but wont crank
big Dave from Canada 4 years ago  
BI
3 reports 
Inkman66 from Canada 2 years ago
Check the fuses for ignition and starter (locations are in the owners manual) also have a mechanically inclined friend try to 'jump the solenoid' at the starter to confirm it's not a starter issue.
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No start no crank

Chevrolet Equinox 2015 Sub 215000 miles
No start no crank replaced battery, replaced starter Starter relay clicks when key is turned to on but won’t crank
Tavio from United States 8 months ago  
TA
4 reports 
2016 equinox lt 2.4 (no nav) from United States 6 months ago
I had that problem intermittently as well for about 2 weeks I ended up replacing the starter relay, & fuse fuel pump relay or fuse whichever it called for (even though they were all supposedly "good") then I replaced the battery and alternator then had my computer reset it's been almost 3 weeks and I've now had no issues cranking it up. Now the mylink is another story
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2018 chevy equinox change battery horn works car won't start

Chevrolet Equinox 2018  94000 miles
My car is a push start I drive a 2018 Chevy equinox I changed the battery in it the horn blows however I get no power no lights I've tried to reset the fob unsuccessful. All the stuff I've seen so far has been for something with the ignition I do not have an ignition the key does not go into anything but the door
GrindingGresian from United States 3 years ago  
GR
4 reports 
Inkman66 from Canada 2 years ago
Check the fuses for starter, and ignition. If all fuses are good, you could have a mechanically inclined friend try to 'jump the solenoid' at the starter to eliminate the possibility of a starter issue.
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Battery dead

Chevrolet Equinox 2011 4 l 165000 miles
Tried to start car with remote. Wouldn't start but tail lights flashing off and on. Got a boost and while driving, tailights still flashing. When I shut it off wouldn't start again. When I opened door with key horn started blowing. Now it's all dead. Pretty sure it's all because of battery? Help
Sylvia from Canada 6 years ago  
SY
4 reports 
Inkman66 from Canada 2 years ago
Sounds like a problem with the security system. You could try reprogramming the key fobs, and check remote starter is enabled at the same time from the programming menu.
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Car cranks starter spins but does not start the engine

Chevrolet Equinox 2011 AWD 6 cylinder  95000 miles
My Equinox has been running rough last 2 months when you hit the gas to catch up to speed it boggs out and then eventually gets to were it needs to be but a lot of times when coming to a stop it stalls out I put in neutral and it fires right back on long story short it last stalled in my driveway 3 days ago and in my opinion it is possibly some sort of electrical issue or gas issue i did go get the starter checked and it's fine so help me please lol
Bobby D from United States 7 months ago  
BO
3 replies 
2016 equinox lt 2.4 (no nav) from United States 6 months ago
I had that problem intermittently as well for about 2 weeks I ended up replacing the starter relay, & fuse fuel pump relay or fuse whichever it called for then I replaced the battery and alternator then had my computer reset it's been almost 3 weeks and I've now had no issues cranking it up. Now the mylink is another story ps. I've heard that the 2.4 model has a oil consumption problem and a problem with the pistons getting clogged especially if your using the eco mode regularly. My 16 equinox lt 2.4 has about 78000 miles on it I have had so many issues and will probably be trading it in ASAP
Jaya from United States 2 months ago
It's the front catalytic converter dude. I've dropped $3700 in repairs to come to that conclusion....and it worked. Speaking from experience. The oem go bad unusually early (50-60k) and don't throw a code until it's completely too late.
Chelbi from United States 2 months ago
Yes I have the same issue , it’s prob an electrical fault . Order a code reader (OBD) and turn key on 2 clicks , pull up codes and clear them and then it should fire right up and sometimes when the battery goes dead it takes a jump with another car for like 20-30 min and it’s a process let me see if I can find instructions to post for you but I have to have an el truck source ( jump with another car ) and or full battery to get it going and reset the anti theft then it will start , the only other reason would be if it needs a new crank sensor or cam sensor
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Drivers information is blacked out

Chevrolet Equinox 2021 Drivers indication screen 20000 miles
I recently had to break hard ,my coffee spilled inside the USB charger causing it to stop working ,now the drivers information screen is black...where it tells you your speed and gas, please help! Can I use a fuse?
Lisa cakes from United States 3 months ago  
LI
1 report 
Lisa cakes from United States 3 months ago
Please help:( :((((((
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Spark plugs wires

Chevrolet Equinox 2006  106000 miles
Hi everyone. Due to a flood I had to drive my car into the water and two rods were twisted. The worst thing was that I took the vehicle to the mechanic and, after disassembling it completely, he said he did not know what to do. I then went to another one but, as this is not an ordinary car here in Chile, he did not know the real order of the spark plugs' wires. I know that they are labelled from 1 to 6 but still don't know how to place them. Another thing I need to do is to fill the gearbox. The car is now working but I feel it is not at its best. I will soon change spark plugs and fuel filter to see if it gets better. It lost its strength when speeding up. What should I do with all this? Thanks!
GATTY from United States 9 years ago  
GA
1 reply 
Lavonne from United States 9 years ago
Hi buddy. First, the coils' package has the ignition order printed; each post has its cylinder number. Then, the gearbox has the filling plug under the battery, where the fuse box is located. Finally, the power loss might be due to a lack of tuning or due to dirty injectors. Hope it helps.
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Starts and drives only when jumped.

Chevrolet Equinox 2006 Chevy Equinox LT 200000 miles
My 2006 Equinox has no power unless it is jumped. After jumping, I can drive it around but has no power after it's turned off. I have a new battery and new starter. Everything works while it's driving around. It has speed and everything seems normal until turning off.
Curious from United States 7 months ago  
CU
1 reply 
2016 equinox lt 2.4 (no nav) from United States 6 months ago
I had that problem intermittently as well for about 2 weeks I ended up replacing the starter relay, & fuse fuel pump relay or fuse whichever it called for (even tho they were supposedly "good") then I replaced the battery and alternator then had my computer reset it's been almost 3 weeks and I've now had no issues cranking it up. Now the mylink is another story
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Car won't start

Chevrolet Equinox 2011 2.4L 200000 miles
I changed the ignition coils, sparkplugs, throttle body, alternator and starter
Eddy from United States 10 months ago  
ED
4 reports 
Tbrew from United States 3 months ago
Did you ever figure out what the issue was?
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Lane Keep Assist system unavailable

Chevrolet Equinox 2020 LT 32000 miles
My 2020 Chevy Equinox states "Lane Keep Assist system unavailable" I assume it's the fuse because the front collision warning system also stalls. I contacted the chevy dealership and they told me to bring it in. However, I'm trying to find the fuse number to change it myself but can't seem to find it in the manual. Any help?
Bryan from United States a year ago  
BR
10 reports 
Scott K from United States a year ago
I've got the same issue and trying to lookup the fuse number as well
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No radio no sound

Chevrolet Equinox 2012 2.4l LT 100000 miles
At first my radio screen started going black randomly while my vehicle was on the road... sometimes the screen would flicker back on... then immediately turn black. It's been ongoing for about a year now. Checked all the fuses, they're fine. Had everything else having tk do with the radio checked, and nothing was wrong. But still no radio at all for months now. I used my test meter to check fuses and again all radio ones were fine. But all of the fuses for the body control module had absolutely no electricity... any of them... didn't know if I could have my bcm reprogrammed or if I'd have tk o… Read complete
Babygirlb from United States 3 years ago  
BA
4 reports 
hldontight from United States 2 years ago
I took my Equinox in for the engine to be replaced a few weeks prior my radio did the same thing apparently there was a damaged wire at the OBD port which had to be repaired and now it works... hope this helps!
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Ignition switch

Chevrolet Equinox 2005  134000 miles
When i turn my key its like it stays stuck and the key can come off when its still on is it just the ignition switch or can it be more things its almost like when it starts and its on sometimes like it wants to restart also will it make my battery die if its not working right
Heather from United States 7 years ago  
HE
1 reply 
Rebel from United States 5 years ago
It's been a factory defect get in touch with ur closest chevy dealer
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2006 equinox alternator

Chevrolet Equinox 2006  177 miles
Battery fully charged but turn over one time; I think alternator/voltage reg problems
How to test and fix
george from United States 7 years ago  
GE
8 reports 
Inkman66 from Canada 2 years ago
Alternator output can be tested with a multimeter on the alternator terminals
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No start no crank nothing at all

Chevrolet Equinox 2009 Engine  18192 miles
We have a 2009 Equinox Our battery keeps dying but we have a battery pack and it’s always started with no issues after charging but for some reason it won’t start won’t even crank no ignition light no clicks…JUST NOTHING! We’ve looked at the fuses we’ve tried using the booster/battery pack and still nothing,our change engine oil soon was lit up but just came on a day or two ago would this have anything to do with why it won’t start? I know nil about cars…PLEASE HELP!!!
Froggyghunz from Canada 5 months ago  
FR
1 report 

No start/no power @ #9 starter fuse

Chevrolet Equinox 2016 2.4 89000 miles
No power @ #9 starter fuse
rich from United States 9 months ago  
RI
2 reports 

Speaker intermittently cuts in and out on one side.

Chevrolet Equinox 2017  78800 miles
Why does my left speaker cut in and out for no reason. It sound like a bad wire connection but I know that's not the case. Any ideas?
Vickie from United States 9 months ago  
VI
2 reports 

Roof leak and car can't move

Chevrolet Equinox 2005  90000 miles
I've my equinox lt awd 2005, the roof is leaking. Engine start but the car can't move. The problem has started by loosing acceleration and engine heat. I've already changed plug spare but it changed nothing. I would like if the problem is due to a speed converter, solenoid or plug wire???
Verlin from other 4 years ago  
VE

Car wont crank over

Chevrolet Equinox 2009 awd 3.4 l ls  252650 miles
Starting put new battery in light radio heater allwork but wont crank
big Dave from Canada 4 years ago  
BI
4 reports 

Running fully charged battery down

Chevrolet Equinox 2006 Manual 103086 miles
Vehicle sets 24 hours battery is dead. When I open driver door radio started playing for no reason?
Angie D from United States 8 years ago  
AN
12 reports 
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