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AWD is seen as a premium feature in an SUV, providing enhanced stability by distributing power equally to all four wheels. The Chevy Equinox offers AWD as an option for the LT, LS, and Premier trims, activated by pressing the "AWD" button on the gear shift console. While the Equinox is primarily a FWD vehicle, drivers can switch to AWD for improved traction in challenging road conditions. This system is considered "part-time" as it is not always active, unlike in some other SUVs where AWD is continuously engaged and requires driver input to deactivate. Using AWD may result in a slight decrease in fuel efficiency due to the additional engine power needed to drive all wheels.
What if the vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive but lacks an AWD button?
How can I disable the all-wheel drive system on a 2012 Chevy Equinox?
The person who sold me my 2018 Equinox in AWD said that you can only switch it to AWD mode when the vehicle is not moving. Surprisingly, this information is not mentioned in the owner's manual.
If anyone is able to assist me, I would be grateful.
Simply locate and press the AWD button located near the gear shift to activate it.
Do I own a 2018 Chevy Equinox with all-wheel drive (AWD)?
Can you tell me where to find the AWD button on a 2011 Chevy Equinox LT?
I own a 2009 vehicle and the display is indicating that the all-wheel drive feature is turned off. However, I am unable to find any buttons to activate the all-wheel drive setting again.
When I activate the all-wheel drive feature on my 2019 Chevy Equinox, I don't see any dashboard indicator showing whether it's on or off. Does anyone know why this is the case? Thanks.
When you're driving on the highway, you don't require all-wheel drive (AWD) and should turn it off. Doing so can lead to significant savings on gas mileage.