Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual / Service and Maintenance / Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts / Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Usage	Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission	DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid
Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment System	Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291, in Canada 88862660) or diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241-1 or displays the API Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark.
Engine Coolant	50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System.
Engine Oil (Diesel)	Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos2 is recommended. See Engine Oil.
Engine Oil (Gasoline)	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 is recommended. See Engine Oil
Hood and Door Hinges	Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl	Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System	DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819).
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive)	Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 88900401, in Canada 89021678).
Weatherstrip Conditioning	Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).
Windshield Washer	Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

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Maintenance Replacement Parts

Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, ...

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Driving on Snow or Ice
Snow or ice between the tires and the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can occur at aboutC (32 F) when freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated. For Slippery Road Driving: Accelerate gently. ...