Owner’s manual specs

2017 Chevrolet Equinox Specs: Oil Capacity, Fluids, Maintenance Schedule & Fuse Box

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Engines in this manual: 2.4L L4, 3.6L V6. Figures that differ by engine say which engine they are for.

Fluids & capacities

All engines

Automatic Transmission

DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Applies to: Automatic Transmission

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 284

Engine Coolant

50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant 0 213.

Applies to: Engine Coolant

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 284

Engine Oil

Engine oil meeting the dexos1™specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 207.

Applies to: Engine Oil

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 284

2.4L L4

Engine Cooling System

8.2 qt

7.8 L

Applies to: 2.4L L4 Engine

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 288

Engine Oil with Filter

5 qt

4.7 L

Applies to: 2.4L L4 Engine · with filter

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 288

3.6L V6

Engine Cooling System

10.8 qt

10.2 L

Applies to: 3.6L V6 Engine

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 288

Engine Oil with Filter

6 qt

5.7 L

Applies to: 3.6L V6 Engine · with filter

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 288

Maintenance schedule

Normal service schedule

Use this for ordinary driving.

Service	When
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 278	Every 45,000 mi(72,000 km)
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 278	Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 278	Every 7,500 mi(12,000 km)

Severe service schedule

Use this if you tow, idle a lot, drive short trips in the cold, or run in dust.

Service	When
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 280	Every 45,000 mi(72,000 km)
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 280	Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 280	Every 7,500 mi(12,000 km)

Fuse box locations & fuse chart

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

What each fuse protects

Fuse	Amps	Protects	Source
1	—	Cooling fan 1	p.228
2	—	Cooling fan 2	p.228
3	—	Brake booster	p.228
5	—	Memory seat module	p.228
6	—	Left power seat	p.228
7	—	Instrument panel fuse block 1	p.228
8	—	Rear defogger	p.228
9	—	Starter	p.228
11	—	Instrument panel fuse block 2	p.229
12	—	Sunroof	p.229
13	—	ABS pump	p.229
14	—	Instrument panel fuse block 3	p.229
15	—	Left power windows	p.229
16	—	ABS module	p.229
17	—	Transmission control module battery	p.229
18	—	Trailer parking light	p.229
19	—	AIR pump solenoid	p.229
20	—	Engine control module battery	p.229
21	—	Canister vent	p.229
22	—	Left trailer side (if equipped)	p.229
23	—	Liftgate module	p.229
24	—	Power lumbar	p.229
26	—	Rear accessory power outlet	p.229
27	—	Memory mirror module	p.229
28	—	Regulated voltage control battery sensor	p.229
29	—	Front wiper	p.229
30	—	Rear wiper	p.229
31	—	A/C	p.229
32	—	Rear latch	p.229
33	—	Heated mirrors	p.229
34	—	Horn	p.229
35	—	Right high-beam headlamp	p.229
36	—	Left high-beam headlamp	p.229
37	—	Ignition coil - even	p.229
38	—	Ignition coil - odd	p.229
39	—	Windshield washer	p.229
41	—	Post catalytic converter O2 sensor	p.229
42	—	Engine control module	p.229
43	—	Pre-catalytic converter O2 sensor	p.229
44	—	Transmission control module	p.229
45	—	Mirror	p.229
46	—	Fuel system control module/Ignition	p.229
48	—	Rear drive module	p.229
49	—	Lift gate module logic	p.229
50	—	Instrument panel fuse block/Ignition	p.229
51	—	Front heated seat	p.229
52	—	Fuel system control module	p.229
55	—	Electric power steering	p.230
56	—	AIR pump solenoid	p.230
57	—	Brake booster	p.230
58	—	Cooling fan - low	p.230
59	—	High-beam headlamps	p.230
60	—	Cooling fan control	p.230
61	—	Wiper On/Off control	p.230
62	—	A/C	p.230
63	—	Rear defogger	p.230
64	—	Wiper speed	p.230
65	—	Fog lamps	p.230
66	—	Engine control	p.230
67	—	Starter	p.230
68	—	Run/Crank	p.230
69	—	Cooling fan - high	p.230
70	—	AIR pump motor	p.230
77	—	Right power seat	p.230

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Where to find it

Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger side panel of the center console.

open the fuse panel door from the passenger side by pulling it out.

Source: 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual, page 230

What each fuse protects

Fuse	Amps	Protects	Source
1	—	Steering wheel dimming	p.231
4	—	Body control module 1	p.231
5	—	Infotainment	p.231
6	—	Body control module 7	p.231
7	—	Noise control module	p.231
8	—	Body control module 4	p.231
9	—	Radio	p.231
11	—	Rear parking assist module	p.231
12	—	HVAC/Battery	p.231
13	—	Front auxiliary power	p.231
14	—	HVAC/Ignition	p.231
16	—	Body control module 5	p.231
17	—	Rear auxiliary power	p.231
18	—	Instrument panel/ Ignition	p.231
19	—	Universal garage door opener	p.231
20	—	Body control module 6	p.231
22	—	Sensing/Diagnostic module/Ignition	p.231
23	—	Front vision camera	p.231
25	—	Transmission gear shift position indicator	p.231
31	—	Amplifier	p.231
32	—	Discrete logic ignition switch	p.231
33	—	Communications integration module	p.231
34	—	Body control module 2	p.231
35	—	Sensing/Diagnostic module battery	p.231
36	—	Data link connector	p.231
37	—	Instrument panel battery	p.231
38	—	Passenger sensing system module	p.231
40	—	Body control module 8	p.231
41	—	Logistic relay (if equipped)	p.231
42	—	Retained accessory power relay	p.231

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