Instrument Cluster — Driver Information Center
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There is a Base Level Instrument Cluster, a Diesel Level Instrument Cluster and an Uplevel Instrument Cluster. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays
are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info app. The DIC displays show the status of many of the vehicle’s systems.

OnStar® with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi
With OnStar® 4G LTE and Wi-Fi, up to seven devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops can be connected to high-speed Internet through the
vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. The built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot has a 3GB/3-month trial (may not be available in all countries); whichever comes first and
comes standard on all models, (high-speed internet may not be available in all areas). The powerful OnStar® connection also enables improved access to
existing OnStar® safety and security services, including the ability to transmit voice and data simultaneously. That means OnStar® advisors can run a
diagnostic check without ever leaving the call, making customer interactions quicker and more seamless. It’s the most comprehensive in-vehicle safety and
connectivity system available. For assistance, press the blue OnStar® button or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).

Radio — Chevrolet MyLink™
Chevrolet MyLink™ Overview

On the all-new 2018 Equinox, Chevrolet MyLink™ comes with either a 7-inch or an 8-inch diagonal high-resolution color touch-screen, and their functionality
varies based on screen size. Both Chevrolet MyLink™ systems will feature compatibility with Apple® CarPlay™ and Android™ Auto™, and is standard on all
Models, which allow certified smartphone content and apps to be displayed and accessed on the vehicle’s center stack touch-screen display. More importantly,
this means Chevrolet MyLink™ can remain relevant and current for the entire life cycle of the vehicle, since content is leveraged from the smartphone industry
rather than being embedded in the vehicle’s radio. In addition, Chevrolet MyLink™ with an 8-inch diagonal touch-screen will also offer the ability to download invehicle apps to the touch-screen via Shop. The center stack touch-screen has also been moved 2.5 inches closer and is tilted towards the driver’s line of sight
to help with reach and to reduce glare. Visit my.chevrolet.com/learn for more information about the MyLink™ system. In Canada, visit chevrolet.ca/ownercentre.html ORfr.chevrolet.ca/owner-centre.html

Chevrolet MyLink™ with 7-Inch Diagonal Color Touch Screen — RPO IOB
Standard on L, LS and LT models, MyLink™ with the 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen, display is heavily reliant on the customer’s brought-in media devices
(e.g., smartphones, MP3 players, etc.) to provide content and features. It’s a simpler, more affordable method of delivering connectivity for value-conscious
shoppers. Voice recognition, for example, is not embedded into the vehicle. Instead, when the customer uses the steering wheel-mounted voice control button,
he/she will pass-through to his/her connected smartphone and leverage the voice recognition capabilities of the device.
Features of this infotainment system include:
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7-inch diagonal, capacitive-touch display offers a high-resolution, full-color screen.
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Physical buttons and knobs, in addition to touch-screen options, let the occupants easily and quickly control basic infotainment functions.

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Supports Teen Driver. Refer to the Teen Driver section in this bulletin.

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Hands-free calling with access to address book through Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones.

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Bluetooth® audio streaming.

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Smartphone voice recognition pass-through.

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Siri® Eyes Free.

Chevrolet MyLink™ with 8-Inch Diagonal Color Touch Screen — RPO IO5
Chevrolet MyLink with an 8-inch diagonal touch-screen display offers the most complete and intuitive experience for customers. It provides maximum
functionality to accommodate their needs while working to minimize distraction with features that allow them to keep their focus on the road and off their phone.
Available on LT models and standard on Premier models, this is an enhanced version of the 8-inch MyLink system that is found on several other models in the
current Chevrolet portfolio. This enhanced system features several performance upgrades and new features, such as the ability to download in-vehicle apps.
Features of this infotainment system include:
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8-inch diagonal, high-resolution full-color capacitive touch-screen display.

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Customizable app tray at the top of the screen is always visible, providing convenient access to the functions the driver uses most often, much like the
app tray on popular smartphone devices.

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In-vehicle apps via Shop.

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Fast, accurate voice recognition (embedded and pass-through), now including partial name speech recognition.

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Enhanced radio tuning flexibility allowing the customer to directly tune to stations (AM/FM/SiriusXM®).

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Ability to browse Bluetooth® audio files, similar to USB browsing.

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Supports Teen Driver.

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Cluster integration: Many of the functions available on the 8-inch diagonal color touch-screen display are also available within a 4.2-inch diagonal highresolution color cluster display.

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Hands-free calling with access to address book through Bluetooth® wireless technology.

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Bluetooth® audio streaming for up to 10 devices.

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Ability to store up to 60 radio presets, songs, genres, albums, artists, destinations and playlists for quick and easy access.

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Gesture recognition control that lets drivers use their fingertips to navigate through menus and within screens by flinging, clicking and dragging and
swiping.

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Natural language voice recognition control that lets drivers use conversational voice commands to control the phone and audio system (embedded and
pass-through).

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OnStar® integration.

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If multiple media devices are in the vehicle and connected by the USB, MyMedia will aggregate the music contained on each into one playlist for easy
access.

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iTunes® Tagging for SiriusXM® Satellite Radio.

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XM Satellite Radio All Access Trial Package (with subscription).

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SiriusXM TuneSelect.

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Text Message Alerts.

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Siri® Eyes Free control for iPhone® running iOS 6 or later.

Chevrolet MyLink™ with 8-Inch Diagonal Color Touch Screen and Navigation — RPO IO6
Chevrolet MyLink with an 8-inch diagonal touch-screen display can be enhanced with available embedded Navigation to help customers conveniently route to
destinations with uncomplicated turn-by-turn directions. The Navigation features can be accessed using the touch-screen, voice command or within the cluster
using steering wheel-mounted buttons. The system also offers fast searches of more than 1.5 million Points of Interest (POI). Navigation also lets drivers store
individual POI in their area, such as a specific Starbucks® location, and gives them turn-by-turn route guidance. When using the route guidance feature,
drivers can cancel the route and turn voice prompts on or off via the touch-screen. They will also see what street they are currently driving on and a next
maneuver indication in the center stack display.
Navigation system features include:
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3-D map views for most major U.S. cities and attractions.

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Maps come loaded on the system and are upgradeable via USB

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Map updates are available once per year and must be purchased through the map data supplier’s website (http://allthingsnav.navigation.com/)

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Drivers can zoom in and out on a map via the zoom icon on the touch-screen or by turning the radio dial.
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Ability to save destinations to favorites.

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Multiple ways to search for destinations and easy-to-find icons to mute Navigation voice or cancel route.

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Drivers can search for destinations by address, intersection, points of interest, recent routes or from within their stored vehicle contacts.

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SiriusXM NavTraffic and Travel Link® (with subscription) adds traffic, weather, fuel price information and movie listings to the Navigation system.

Rear Seat Reminder

New to the 2018 Equinox is the Rear Seat Reminder. The Rear Seat Reminder system works by monitoring the operation of the rear doors. The feature is
intended to activate when the rear door is opened and closed within 10 minutes before the vehicle is started or if the rear door is opened and closed while
the vehicle is running. Under these circumstances, the next time the vehicle is turned OFF after a door activation, the vehicle will sound five audible chimes and
display a message in the Driver Information Center that states: Rear Seat Reminder / Look in Rear Seat .

Safety — Driving/Parking Assistance Systems
If equipped, these systems may help the driver to park and/or to avoid other vehicles, objects, pedestrians and animals.

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Cruise Control: The cruise control lets the vehicle maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
Cruise control does not work at speeds of less than 25 mph (40 km/h).

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Forward Automatic Braking: If the vehicle has FCA, it also has Forward Automatic Braking (FAB), which includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When
the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear. Depending on the
situation, the vehicle may automatically brake moderately or hard. This forward automatic braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected. This is shown
by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being illuminated.

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Forward Collision Alert: The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat. FCA also lights
an amber visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely. FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 197 ft (60 m) and operates at
speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it can detect vehicles to distances of approximately 360 ft (110 m)
and operates at all speeds.

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Lane Change Alert: The Lane Change Alert (LCA) system provides outside side mirror alerts to help the driver avoid crashing into a moving vehicle
detected in their side blind spot (or zone) or a vehicle that is rapidly approaching their blind spot during a lane change maneuver.

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Lane Departure Warning: Lane Departure Warning (LDW) may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may provide a warning if the
vehicle is crossing a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in the lane departure direction. This system is part of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
system.

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Lane Keep Assist: Lane Keep Assist (LKA) may assist the driver by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking
without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system alert as the lane marking is crossed. The LKA
system will not assist or provide an LDW alert if it detects that the driver is actively steering.

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert: Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) displays a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow on the RVC screen to warn of
traffic coming from the left or right. This system detects objects coming from up to 65 ft (20 m) from the left or right side of the vehicle. When an object is
detected, either three beeps sound from the left or right or three Safety Alert Seat pulses occur on the left or right side, depending on the direction of the
detected vehicle. Use caution while backing up when towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones that extend out from the back of the vehicle do not
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move further back when a trailer is towed.

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Rear Parking Assist : Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It
operates at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h). RPA may display a warning triangle on the Rear Vision Camera screen and a graphic on the instrument
cluster to provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps or seat pulses may occur if very close to an object.

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Rear Vision Camera: When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in
the infotainment display. The previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R after a short delay. To return to the previous screen sooner,
press a button on the infotainment display, shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of 5 mph (8 km/h). Select Guidance Lines on the camera screen
to enable or disable the guidance lines.

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Safety Alert Seat: The Safety Alert Seat provides the driver the option of getting haptic seat-bottom vibration crash avoidance alerts or beeping.

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Side Blind Zone Alert: The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is a lane changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the SBZA (or spot) areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right side mirror display will light up if a moving vehicle is detected
in that blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and a vehicle is also detected on the same side, the display will flash as an extra warning not to change
lanes. This system is part of the LCA system.

Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof with Power Sunshade

If equipped, the panoramic sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.

Sunroof — Sunshade Operation

To Open/Close (Manual Mode) the sunroof or sunshade, perform the following:

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Sunroof Switch: To open the sunroof, press and hold (1) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold (1) to close it.

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Sunshade Switch: To open the sunshade, press and hold (2) until the sunshade reaches the desired position. Press and hold (2) to close it.

Surround Vision
Surround Vision
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Notice: The Surround Vision cameras have blind spots and will not display all objects near the corners of the vehicle. Folding side mirrors that
are out of position will not display the Surround Vision view correctly.
New for the 2018 Equinox is Surround Vision, a technology that provides a literal look at the 2018 Equinox’s perimeter. The system uses strategically located
cameras on all sides of the vehicle to provide a 360-degree bird’s eye view of the vehicle, helping drivers quickly view the surrounding area at a glance, for
more confident maneuvering when reversing, parking or trailering. Surround Vision displays this image of the area surrounding the vehicle, along with the front
or rear camera views in the center stack. Equinox models not equipped with Surround Vision have a standard rear vision camera (RVC) system.

1 Areas displayed by Surround Vision.
2 Areas not displayed by Surround Vision.

Switchable All-Wheel Drive
Switchable All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Overview
Switchable AWD technology is a great benefit for improved traction and control because it distributes torque to all four tires on a vehicle. Its advantages are
unmistakable and also has a big impact on fuel economy. Switchable AWD lets the customer switch between FWD and AWD operation when conditions dictate,
without having to stop the vehicle. The AWD Mode will stay selected until the mode is changed. If the customer switches to FWD, the system efficiently
disconnects virtually all of the AWD components from the drivetrain so the gears and prop shafts stop spinning to save fuel and reduce emissions. AWD
capability is still available, ready for the driver to engage it when necessary, but they must remember to engage AWD when needed, as the system does not
react to road conditions automatically. However, if the system senses that the customer may be stuck or losing traction, a DIC alert will remind them to engage
AWD.
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Press the AWD switch to activate the system and the AWD light will flash briefly while the system is engaging and stay ON to indicate AWD is active.

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Press the AWD switch again to disable the system and the light will flash briefly while the system disables and then stay OFF.

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Teen Driver
Teen Driver Feature
Teen Driver is a configurable feature supported by Chevrolet MyLink™ that lets parents manage certain vehicle settings to encourage safer driving by their
teenager. Using a PIN to configure settings for one or more key fobs, parents can set a volume limiter for the radio and a set maximum speed warning that will
deliver a visual warning and an audible chime when the configured speed limit is exceeded. In addition, a visible warning will be displayed until the vehicle’s
speed drops below the threshold. An additional, optional speed limiter can be set. When Teen Driver is active, the radio is muted if the teen (or front passenger)
is not wearing his/her safety belt, and all equipped active safety systems are defaulted to ON providing a safer driving experience.

Teen Driver Report Card

Teen Driver also provides parents with awareness of their teenager’s driving habits through a Report Card feature. The in-vehicle Report Card will report the
distance driven and maximum speed, as well as indicate which of the Teen Driver warnings were activated. If the vehicle is equipped with available Forward
Collision Alert or Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking, the Report Card will show how often the safety alerts were triggered.

Transmissions
HydraMatic™ 6T40 Automatic 6-Speed with Start/Stop — RPO MNH

The HydraMatic™ 6T40 is a 6-speed, front wheel drive, electronically controlled, automatic overdrive transaxle with an electronically controlled torque converter
clutch and a surge accumulator for the start/stop system. This transmission features Gen 3 upgrades implemented to enhance efficiency. The pump, for
example, has been moved off-axis, which allows better sealing of the torque converter, reducing pump flow demands to enhance fuel economy. Additionally, the
pump is now a binary vane-type, which allows lower power consumption during times of lower flow demands and at higher engine speeds. This transmission is
used with the 1.5L engine.

HydraMatic™ 6T40 Automatic 6-Speed — RPO MNK
The HydraMatic™ 6T40 is a 6-speed, front wheel drive, electronically controlled, automatic overdrive transaxle with an electronically controlled torque converter
clutch. This transmission features Gen 3 upgrades implemented to enhance efficiency. The pump, for example, has been moved off-axis, which allows better
sealing of the torque converter, reducing pump flow demands to enhance fuel economy. Additionally, the pump is now a binary vane-type, which allows lower
power consumption during times of lower flow demands and at higher engine speeds. This transmission is used with the 1.5L engine.

HydraMatic™ 6T45 Automatic 6-Speed with Start/Stop — RPO MHG
The HydraMatic™ 6T45 is a fully automatic, 6-speed, transverse mounted, electronic-controlled transmission. It consists primarily of a 4-element torque
converter, a compound planetary gear set, friction and mechanical clutch assemblies, and a hydraulic pressurization and control system. There are 2 variants
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of the transmission, based on torque capacity. Architecture is common between the variants, and component differences are primarily related to size. The 4element torque converter contains a pump, a turbine, a pressure plate splined to the turbine, and a stator assembly. The torque converter acts as a fluid
coupling to smoothly transmit power from the engine to the transmission. It also hydraulically provides additional torque multiplication when required. The
pressure plate, when applied, provides a mechanical direct drive coupling of the engine to the transmission.

HydraMatic™ 9T50 Automatic 9-Speed — RPO M3D

The HydraMatic™ 9T50 is a fully automatic, 9-speed, transverse mounted, electronic-controlled transmission. It consists primarily of a 4-element torque
converter, a compound planetary gear set, friction and mechanical clutch assemblies, and a hydraulic pressurization and control system.
The 4-element torque converter contains a pump, a turbine, a pressure plate splined to the turbine, and a stator assembly. The torque converter acts as a fluid
coupling to smoothly transmit power from the engine to the transmission. It also hydraulically provides additional torque multiplication when required. The
pressure plate, when applied, provides a mechanical direct drive coupling of the engine to the transmission. This transmission is used with the 2.0L engine.

Special Tools
The following new tools were released for the 2018 Equinox:

Special Tools — Tool Number and Description
Tool Number

Description

DT-51983

Installer, Case Side PTU Seal

DT-52000

Installer, Cover Side PTU Seal

DT-51329-A

Prop Shaft Remover

CH-52075

Fuel Pump Lock Ring

Training Courses
The majority of the systems found on this vehicle are taught in GM’s core curriculum from a conceptual theory and operation perspective. The North American
technical training core curriculum structure is system based.
To access all of the available training courses in the United States, visit the following website: www.centerlearning.com
In Canada, Go to GM GlobalConnect and select Centre of Learning

Training Course Name or System — Course Number and Description
Course Name or System

Course Number and Description

New Model Feature

#10318.02W — 2018 Chevrolet Equinox/GMC Terrain New Model

2018 Chevrolet Equinox New Model Features

Launch (United States and Canada)

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#16440.12D — Engines: New and Updates for L5P, LH7 and LGZ

Engines

#16440.17D-V — Engines: New and Updates for LCV, LTG and
LL0
Transmissions

#17440.12D — Transmissions: New & Updates: HydraMatic™
6T40/45 (United States Only)
#17036.01V – 6T40/45 Unit Repair (Canada Only)
#17440.12D — Transmissions: New and Updates HydraMatic™
6T40/45
#17440.17D — Transmissions: New and Updates for HydraMatic™
9T50 and 10R90 and Aisin AF-50 Automatic Transmissions

Safety Systems Forward Collision Alert / Lane Departure Warning
and Rear Vision Camera

#22048.42W1-W3 — GM Safety Systems 1-3 (United States and
Canada)

Safety Systems Surround Vision

#22048.W2-R2 — Safety Systems 2 (Available Q1 2017)

Version Information

Version

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Modified

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