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Engine All engines 1.5L Turbo
Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.2 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF64, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 5 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: April 30, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF64) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls5 17V516000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.
18V252000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The driver and front passenger door window glass may not be properly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
18V358000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
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Technical Service Bulletins1041 All categories EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TIRES EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY WHEELS WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK ASSEMBLY FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL STRUCTURE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING POWER TRAIN VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY SUSPENSION UNKNOWN OR OTHER SERVICE BRAKES VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT EXTERIOR LIGHTING VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY AIR BAGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) TIRES:SIDEWALL SEAT BELTS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) STEERING BACK OVER PREVENTION SEATS FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS, PEDALS AND LINKAGES FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS PARKING BRAKE POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) VISIBILITY VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES LANE DEPARTURE STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION TIRES:TREAD/BELT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL:HIGH TENSION/SPARK PLUG WIRES EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:CONTROLS EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER VISIBILITY/WIPER FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING STRUCTURE:BODY
PIT5353B EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 2017-10-03
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.
PIC5492F ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE 2017-10-05
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
PIT5590 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE 2017-10-12
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, that they may be working on a concern of a Service Driver Assist System Message with B172E stored in history Do not replace any parts. Engineering is aware of the issue and a new control module is in development and will be available Q1 2019.
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