Smart Key Fob Battery

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the "Smart" or "Intelligent" key fob remote control for the keyless entry system and push button start system of your third generation (2018, 2019 and probably also the refreshed 2020, 2021 and 2022 model years) GM Chevy Equinox SUV can become weak or stop working entirely.

Check out my DIY tutorial for changing the battery (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Cabin Air Filter Change

If the air conditioning system in your Chevy Equinox hasn't been working well recently or the air coming out of the vents smells a bit musty or moldy, you may need to clean or change the cabin air filter element in the HVAC blower motor housing.

To view my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement filter part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left.

Windshield Wiper Blades

If you've been having trouble seeing out of the front windshield window of your Equinox during a rain or snow storm, you probably need to change the wiper blades.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the OEM wiper blade sizes in inches and the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Door Panel Removal

If you'd like to upgrade the OEM door speakers in your Equinox SUV, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

Check out my DIY tutorial for removing the door panels by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Rear Wiper Blade Change

If you've been having difficulty seeing out of the back windshield window of your Equinox during a rain or snow storm, you may need to change the rear wiper blade.

To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the OEM wiper blade size in inches and the compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Reverse Tail Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out reverse (or backup / back-up) light bulb in the tail light housings of your third generation 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022 GM Chevy Equinox SUV, check out my DIY directions (with the part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

(Note - The brake, rear turn signal and parking lights are all LED bulbs that should last the life time of the vehicle.)

Fog Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt out fog light bulb in the front bumper cover of your Equinox SUV, take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link on the left or the thumbnail picture on the left.

Front Turn Signal Bulb

If you need to change a burnt out front turn signal light bulb located in the housing at the bottom of the front bumper cover (below the fog light), check out my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Electrical Fuse Change

The best place to start when troubleshooting any electrical problem with your Equinox is to check for a blown electrical fuse or a faulty relay in either the engine bay, passenger compartment or cargo area electrical panels.

To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement fuse type), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Engine Air Filter Change

The engine air filter element for the Ecotec 1.5 liter turbocharged inline four cylinder motor in a 3rd generation Chevrolet Equinox should be checked and cleaned at every oil change and replaced every 45,000 miles according to the service schedule in the owner's manual.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

License Plate Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out license plate light bulb located in the tailgate door for the cargo area of your third generation (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022) GM Chevrolet Equinox, take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Spark Plugs Change

The iridium tipped spark plugs in the EcoBoost 1.5 liter turbocharged inline four cylinder engine in an Equinox should be changed every 60,000 miles.

To view my DIY tutorial for checking or changing the spark plugs (with the compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

MAF Sensor Change

If your Equinox has been exhibiting symptoms that may indicate a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor such as hard starting, stalling, hesitating, jerking, poor acceleration, rough idling, hiccups, surging, bucking or low power, you may need to clean or replace the sensor.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Ecotec 1.5L Belt Change

If you've been hearing a chirping or squealing sound coming from the engine bay of your Equinox, you may need to replace the serpentine accessory belt for the Ecotec 1.5L turbocharged inline four cylinder engine.

Take a look at my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Ecotec 1.5L Oil Change

The best way to keep your Equinox running reliably for many years is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the Ecotec 1.5 liter turbocharged inline four cylinder engine.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement oil filter part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

12V Car Battery Change

If you've been having difficulty starting the engine in your Equinox on a cold morning and the OEM 12 volt car battery is a few years old, you probably need to replace it.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the OEM group size and the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Front Brake Pads Change

If you've been hearing a scraping, grinding, squealing or screeching sound coming from the front end of your Equinox when you step on the brake pedal, you may need to change the front brake pads.

Take a look at my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Rear Brake Pads Change

The rear disc brake pads on an Equinox tend to last about twice as long as the front pads or anywhere from about 60,000 miles to over 100,000 miles depending on your driving conditions.

Check out my DIY manual for the procedure, with the compatible replacement part numbers, by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

EPB Manual Retraction

If your late model GM vehicle is equipped with the EPB (electric parking brake) system, replacing the rear brake pads will require either using a specialized computer at the dealership or an OBD II scan tool to retract the electric parking brake into service mode.

An alternative is to manually turn back the EPB mechanism by yourself. Check out the tutorial by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.