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2018 Chevrolet Equinox Oil Capacity

1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder

Oil Capacity — With Filter

4.2
quarts
4 liters

Viscosity

oil_barrel5W-30
Full Synthetic
With oil filter4.2 qt (4 L)
Without oil filter4 qt
Recommended viscosity5W-30
Oil typeFull Synthetic
OEM oil filterPF46
Change interval7,500 mi / 12,100 km
Drain plug torque18 ft-lb (25 Nm)
verifiedSource: GM manuals and guides lookup for 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox, engine oil / capacities section. · Human-verified

Fuel Tank Capacity

Multiple OEM values

verifiedOEM source
Option 114.8 gal (56 L)
Option 215.6 gal (59 L)

Drivetrain-dependent. Do not flatten into one runtime value without FWD/AWD metadata. Later years in the 2018-2024 record span should still be spot-checked.

Drivetrain-dependent. Do not flatten into one runtime value without FWD/AWD metadata. Later years in the 2018-2024 record span should still be spot-checked.

Verified for model year: 2018

Source: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual

How to Use This Spec

1

Drain old oil completely. Reinstall drain plug, torque to 18 ft-lb.

2

Install new oil filter (OEM: PF46). Pre-lubricate the gasket with clean oil.

3

Add 4.2 quarts of 5W-30 full synthetic oil through the filler cap.

4

Run engine 30 seconds, check dipstick, top off to FULL mark if needed. Reset oil life monitor if equipped.

warningImportant Notes
  • • Always verify with your OEM owner's manual. Specifications may vary by trim level and production date.
  • • The drain plug gasket should be inspected and replaced if deformed.

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Always verify against your OEM owner's manual. Specs may vary by trim and production date.