2018–2022 Chevrolet Equinox Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2018–2022 Chevrolet Equinox with the LFV 1.5L Turbo engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Chevy 1.5L Turbo — Equinox 2018–2022
2018–2022 Equinox · 2018–2022 Terrain
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✅ The 2018+ Equinox 1.5T is a quick, easy oil change with good access to the drain plug and filter. Only 4.2 quarts so be ready to stop quickly when draining.
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Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
AC Delco #PF64 | Fram PH10060
Engine Code
LFV 1.5L Turbo
Tools You'll Need
- 15mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (GM #97720487)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 15mm | Torque: 18 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | GM #97720487 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Settings → Vehicle → Oil Life → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.2 quarts Oil Pal easily handles this drain.
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