Engine Oil
5W-30
Conventional
Capacity
5 qt
with filter
4.5 qt without filter
Oil Filter
PF48
ACDelco (OEM)
OEM spec: GM6094M
The 2005 Chevrolet Equinox takes 5W-30 Conventional with a total capacity of 5 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF48, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 1 active recall — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF48) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Conventional as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-30
Oil type Conventional
Capacity (with filter) 5 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 4.5 qt
OEM spec GM6094M
Filter Options
OEM oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 15 mm
Thread M16x1.5
Torque spec 25 Nm
Gasket Rubber gasket
1st gen (3.4L V6)
Type Dexron VI
Capacity 4 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Dex-Cool
Color Orange
Capacity 7.5 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Type GM Power Steering Fluid
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.040
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 245/60R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
ACDelco 171-1074 OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 16A passenger, 16"
Buy Rain-X 16-1 passenger, 16"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
04V302000
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION.' AN IGNITION KEY PARK LOCK CABLE END FITTING WAS NOT FULLY SEATED ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTER NAIL HEAD DURING INSTALLATION.
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030603006 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE 2005-08-01
INTERMITTENT NO CRANK, NO START CONDITION. *TT TO INCLUDE 2002 - 2006 SATURN VEHICLES. *TT
020846010E UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2004-11-01
PROGRAMMING ONSTAR MODULE FOR CANADIAN FRENCH VOICE RECOGNITION. *TT UPDATE. *TT UPDATED *EH
030845003C ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2006-02-01
REDUCED VEHICLE POWER, NO TRANSAXLE DOWN SHIFT, SES LIGHT ON, BUZZ NOISE FROM DOOR SPEAKERS/SPEAKERS INOPERATIVE, HEATER BLOWER MOTOR INOPERATIVE, VARIOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) SET. *TT
Show all 112 TSBs(+109) Private Party
$3,952–$4,368
Dealer Retail
$4,576–$5,200
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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