I found a low profile Oil Filter Socket made for the GM Ecotec at O'Reilly auto parts for $11.00 made by Performance Tools (#W80678), with that socket you do not need anything other than a 3/8 ratchet. Thank You for the video and I hope my added information helps.
Enjoy your informative videos. I purchased a 2014 equinox w/ 2.4L engine and I want to mention that mine has what looks like a galvanized aluminum oil pan. I just want owners to know to not over tighten the oil plug because you can crack the oil pan where the plug inserts. I've seen it done before on other vehicles. And the only way to fix it properly is to replace the oil pan.
Thanks man!! Very well filmed and easily understandable! Who ever did my last change put the plastic filter on WAY to tight. Honestly now I am wondering if my filter has been changed the past two years I have had it....
Please use frame stands and a hydraulic jack. The scissors jack is not safe at all. Also block the rear wheels. Dexos is a synthetic oil specification. Please be safe.
I am using metal ramps, and had trouble getting the filter cap off so I left it on the ramps all night. Come out this morning and now I am nervous to get under there and put the oil pan drain plug back in smh.
Good video thanks for sharing, but I didn't think it would be hard to change the oil on this truck. I have a 2012 equinox and the dealer has always told me that I have to take it to them to do it. So, then my hsb can do it and it would be much cheaper I would think. I usually have to pay $43.00 to $49.00 for one!!!
If you own this vehicle make sure you use the DEXOS oil. The engine is out of spec for conventional oil and it will burn up quickly. The dealership put the wrong oil in mine and the overhead cam sensor gooped up 2,500 miles later and the car kept stalling out.
There is actually a very big problem especially with the 2011 Chevy equinox. They burn excessive oil because of a bad design on the oil rings on the piston.
@@Fernando5455Jr Is there a way to replace and fix the parts so it's not a hunk of junk? I have a 2012 Equinox and it's been behaving poorly and increased consumption of oil. Also, is a sign of crap oil rings on the pistons is there's spots of oil on the ground beneath where I park at home?
I really hate the cartridge type oil filters. Messy as hell and you will find out that you usually pay more for it than the conventional spin-on metal cased filter.
It really depends on the car. I drive a 1998 BMW 540i with the 4.4 L V8. And The oil filter is conveniently located right on top rather than under. No mess.
Broski plz buy your self a floor jack !!! You wont regret it , also when I do this to my wifes are , I crawl under the car from about where your jack is (behind left tire so I can see the oil pan bolt , just a suggestion for people, thanks for telling me the pan bolt is 15 that's what I came to find out I always forget , thanks again !!!!
Two things guys. 1) Every time I entered the vehicle make and model at EVERY PART STORE, it gave me the wrong filter. It gave me the canister type. So, I had to pull the filter and get the part number in order to get the right one. 2) Rather than buying that big ass socket that you probably won't have any other use for and the swivel adapter, you can use a basin wrench; $13 bucks at your high end hardware store, probably less at your economy tool stores, and it is a very versatile tool. I've seen where guys are cutting the socket because it is too tall. No need to do that with a basin wrench. Hope this helps.
I just changed the oil in the step daughter's 2012 Equinox and ended up using a basin wrench. Had to look up here to find where the filter was after not seeing a spin on filter anywhere.
u r really lucky, man. the location of the oil filter is designed 4 DIY-ers... my other 2 cars (diff manuf, of course) sucked in that regard. no way i could get under and replace the oil filter w/o some kind of stand...
That used oil filter looked horrible. The pleats were collapsing. Was the used filter a ACDelco? I usually run Fram Ultra, but when I have used ACDelco they never looked that bad.
+Eagleknight i'm not sure what brand of oil filter that was. I had just purchased the car and was doing the first oil change. That filter definitely needed to be changed. Since making this video, I have changed the oil again, the AC Delco filter didn't look nearly as bad. Fram filters also hold up well for me. Regular maintenance is definitely a key!
What happens is the "pilot" pin on the filter didn't go into the hole in the block correctly. You'll see it as that part with a point on it that has a small o-ring on it. Either that or a previous oil change resulted with that pin being broken off in the block and was left behind. Word of advice, get a dedicated oil filter socket just like was used in this video. All other ways don't work well. Another thing, there is a check valve in that plastic oil filter cap. Always change the oil filter first. That way you get all the oil out, other wise that oil stays in that chamber.
Very informative but I couldn't get either bolt out there too tight I think because I get the oil change at the dealership I bought the truck and they use those air/drill guns which they go as tight as it could go I think I need to take it and tell them to hand tight it or something like that what you think any suggestions
I simply used a pair of parrot pliers when you screw it back on just hand tighten it, and half a turn with the pliers done. My father in laws car i always do his oil changes what not on his 2012
Chief take it back to dealership & have them loosen it . I went to 2 dif lube places for 1st two changes before I did my own & plug in rear differential was so tight it strip. What a headache & neither place admitted but what could I do. #2 was in Utah on trip, I live in Wi
Me and my wife have the 2012 Equinox LT also and we got free oil changes for a year and that’s ending.so I’m gona be doing them myself which I always changed he oil on all our cars.my question is looks like the old filter in this video was crushed when he took it out is that normal for these filters when you change them out?
@@MrProline727 Also, if u have the 2.4 ecotec, don't wait long between oil changes. The gdi design used in the early versions allows small amounts of fuel past the pistons, lowering oil viscosity. I look for the best deals I can find on dexos and change every 3,000.
Debt Miner thank you for that info.I didn’t mention the car just last month was at the dealership for a Engine rebuild.i flipped out ranted and raved and was a thorn in there side till they agreed to have the piston problem fixed which I’m sure you know about with oil consumption And how it’s a know fact those engines and generation equinox’s have that problem.And believe it or not the dealership had no problems doing it under warranty it was the warranty company that wouldn’t cover it.So I had to step it up a notch and contacted General Motors themselves and I’m sure after me some of there employees needed major stress relief.In the end GM agreed and covered everything and it’s been good since then.Knock on wood.
@@MrProline727 Yes.. the piston and timing chain issues are linked. . I just bite the bullet and change every 3000.. there were some guys in the equinox forums, having their oil lab tested, and the results showed that by 3000 miles, it was essentially a 5w-20, due to fuel contamination. The only other major issue is clogged pcv. If you're in a climate with freezing winter conditions, look into an after market vented oil cap, to allow your crankcase to vent, in case the pcv is clogged. Major risk of a rear main seal blowing out, should that happen.
I just used a socket wrench with an extender. I believe I also had a hinged adapter to allow the socket wrench to flex directions. I would highly recommend using a socket wrench. Initially, I didn't have a socket handy, so I tried a crescent wrench and some channel locks, neither of these methods were close, and you can damage the plastic cap on your oil filter if you're not careful.
If you buy your filters on line you might as well buy a spare oil cap too just in case you mess one up. The cap is only about $10-15 and never available in your local parts store.
I simply used a pair of parrot pliers when you screw it back on just hand tighten it, and half a turn with the pliers done. My father in laws car i always do his oil changes what not on his 2012
Here I go again I own cummins hemi toyota chevy and honda. All you need is the put the car on ramps preferably not A jack. You need a crescent wrench for the oil filter housing. For the oil You need an oil pan and a size 15 wrench(not a ratchet) Put the pan further than usual as its verticle and shoots out as soon as you take off the lid For the filter it's right next to the engine on the mid right of the engine bay Switch sides of the crescent wrench each time you go at it and repeat the same for putting it on. Atleast on a 2015. P.S this is for a v4.
I'm not really sure about this, am I the only one who noticed Dude climbed under a car held up by a scissor jack? By the way, if your filter cap has been damaged or overtightened, the ACDelco filter PF458G come with a new cap in addition to the filter. (PF457G is just the filter)
See the filter in the intro photo? That is a sure sign that the oil filter was not installed correctly. If the filter is crushed like that oil will bypass the element. The filter should be installed with a twisting motion and be sure it goes all the way down into the oil filter housing before you screw the cap on. Just a little F.Y.I.
Universal joint used is good and O ring not a gasket. I say this filter is way to small see how it was collapsed. Another GM screw up.change the filter two times per oil changes at least.
always remove the oil filter before remove the oil of the engine ! the oil is stuck in the filter housing and when you remove it the oil goes to the pan !
Please do not install your oil filter the way he did. If you do not get that center spike with the "O" ring on it (bottom of oil filter) into the hole in the bottom of the filter housing as you tighten the cap you will most likely crush your oil filter. Always install the oil filter into the oil filter housing. Then screw in cap. This will insure that the filter will not be crushed or mis shaken so it can do its job.
Please edit your comment so people don't put their 2.4l Ecotec LEA oil filter in upside down to the point they break the spike because they can't figure out why it's not snapping into the oil filter cartridge like what you're saying. Because that spike goes into the engine, not into the cartridge housing like what you're saying.
Is anyone else having a problem with the 2012 equinox where the oil is just burning off? By the time I even get close to 3000 miles my check engine light comes on and when I check the oil, it’s empty. So I can skip the draining the oil part of this video.
Yes... I had this exact same issue. It ended up leading to engine failure. We had to replace our engine. About 2 years ago, Chevy sent out a recall notice for this problem. If you go to a dealer, you may be able to get it repaired at little to no cost
Nice Shot my 2013 equinox had this issue too around 45k, it was due to a bad transmission solenoid. The car would stall at low speed in traffic, then check engine cane on. Repair was covered under drive train warranty.
Of course if you let the drain plug bolt simply drop into the plastic pan like you used and it rolls over and blocks the hole the old oil is suppose to flow into, you are gonna have a big mess. Ask me how I know! 😂
Don't you think you should use a high, rather highest quality/grade oil for that engine ?? Maybe you have found out already. If not you will. Maybe, Nothing is 100% but I am seeing a lot of problems, oil related with that engine.
This oil has worked well for me. We've gone another 50k miles no problem (with regular oil changes). There's definitely alot of options and brands of oil, it's totally up to the owner what they want to run.
@@Altoelder Good for you. But in reality you missed my suggestion which is based on facts not feelings or emotions. You like to do oil changes & I get that. But I like unregular oil changes & go fishing or golfing instead. There are not a generalized 'lot of options' out there to have your engine run at it's best, saving you on oil changes, on mpg, repairs, emissions (catalytic converters & EGR's being expensive for most people), spark plugs, coolant system & the like. And the whole issue is this vehicle and all the problems people are having with this issue AND IT IS OIL RELATED. So for a higher quality oil that is actually cheaper than like what you are using, why in the world would someone ( NOT YOU of course) use an oil that may help solve their problems & maybe prevent future problems with said veh/eng, if the issue is oil related? At least try a better oil? Say it costs $20 more (which it doesn't) vs headaches & expenses involved with replacing parts? I wouldn't think twice. But then again I know all oil IS NOT THE SAME. Most can not absorb that fact. Not sure why but,..
Altoelder the previous response was to your '1 month ago' comment. A lot has happened in this past month. My daughters Equinox turned into dads issue after her bf spent time & $$ fixing it. I took it to have oil changed after the three attempted repairs, it ran better/ok for 5 or 6 days. I took it to repair shop. $165 vs dlrshp at $300ish estimate. It lasted two days. It was suggested to tear engine down at$3,500.00 to $4,000.00 to replace all cam timing & related parts. I changed the oil myself with the best oil out there. I also drained ALL the old oil completely out which most people do not. Even put a little clean oil in to help clean out old. I will keep you updated but so far we have set an all time record on this veh running properly for more than 6 or 7 days, in the last 8 months at about ( I not at home, vaca) 28 days. I was expecting it to act up again but I was also planning on changing the oil & filter again by now because the new oil I am using will help clean out the engine from sludge & varnish caused by the cheaper oils that have been used, which (dirt & varnish) is said to be a factor in this particular engine with it's valve timing system. I also had used a high quality filter. So, so far, higher quality oil is in fact making a difference for this vehicle & to us, not only the headaches she has had ( and me as well after being asked for help, mostly $$ lol) but it may save her (me actually, on SS & very tight budget ! ) $4,000.00.
Wow! That was a detailed response, followed by an equally detailed follow-up response! I think I sensed some exasperation and frustration in your voice as you have spent so much time under your daughter's hood. Rest assured my intent was not to anger folks on the internet. I want to sa y thank you for taking the time to add your knowledge to the discussion. I am by no means a professional mechanic; I'm just a home-garage grease-monkey who made a video to try and help diy-ers. Hearing from professional mechanics like yourself definitely helps the community and I welcome your input. As a professional, what brand oil do you recommend? When I stand in the aisle at Walmart staring at a dozen brands of oil who each claim to have the "secret sauce" that makes them the world's best oil, I find it overwhelming. I'm not sure what is true and what is "creative marketing" by an overzealous advertising agent. Id love to know what oil is the best.
Dean I haven't changed mine yet but I don't think they can be over tighten to the point of crushing the filter anyhow. Looks like the cap has a lip that can only go so far. Any cannister type filter I have changed has been that way.
Holy crap! that oil filter is imploded, that's not good. Don't wait to long to change your oil. Never wait to less than 30 percent oil life to change your oil.
@@brayan8346 great , then use it. We had all kinds of problems with same veh. Oil was changed three times. Vehicle fixed three times at shop. Next advice we were given by two mechanics was to spend $4,500 to replace engine. Since it was a oil related problem, I coughed up the extra money for a better quality oil & hoped it would work. And it did. 17 months ago & no problems yet. Might not work but for a few dollars more, what the heck. That is why I suggested it. I would suggest it again. That doesn't mean most people think all oil is the same and won't even think about trying it, which is fine. Just trying to help.
@@tubetime39 I don’t generally use it in fact I never have. But I probably will in the future. Your anecdotal evidence is not of much help in fact it just furthers the myths of oil types that many car guys spread. I’ve been using my work car as my tester for many different oil filters, air filters, brake pads, oils. And I’ve noticed that many parts that we look down on due to cost or lack of recognition are in fact great. Super tech is on one those brands. I was in the same field you are before. I refused to try anything from this “sub par” brand. The reality is that it makes great products to my surprise. Super tech oil is the same as Amazon basics and Costco’s Kirkland all of which are certified by GM and API meaning they meet the requirements to be used in engines designed for the type of oil. My family taught me Mobil 1 oil and Mobil 1 filter since I can remember. Now that I’m grown up and think for myself I’ve experience other products and they are just as good if not better.
I found a low profile Oil Filter Socket made for the GM Ecotec at O'Reilly auto parts for $11.00 made by Performance Tools (#W80678), with that socket you do not need anything other than a 3/8 ratchet. Thank You for the video and I hope my added information helps.
Perfect comment.
Thank you for the part number My man
Enjoy your informative videos. I purchased a 2014 equinox w/ 2.4L engine and I want to mention that mine has what looks like a galvanized aluminum oil pan. I just want owners to know to not over tighten the oil plug because you can crack the oil pan where the plug inserts. I've seen it done before on other vehicles. And the only way to fix it properly is to replace the oil pan.
answered all my questions - with pictures. appreciate you taking the time and effort to put this up!
Thank you for this. Worked perfectly. I did use a torque wrench set at 25nm (~220 inch pounds) for tightening the filter.
JESUS thank you I saw the black piece when I was looking at the car but I wasn’t sure if that was a oil filter wow
Also don't forget to reset the engine oil life monitor from the dashboard.
Awesome.. how? 😅
I don't go by that. I do it every 5K miles. Is that too often?
@@crand20033 not with the 2.4 ecotec, especially if you're burning oil. I do every 3,000 with this vehicle. Do every 5k or so with my other vehicles.
@@gabel.3579 So you think the manual lies? It says 7500 to 10,000 miles with full synthetic.
@@gabel.3579 Most of the issues were fixed on the 2015 and above.
Well explained video,just purchased a used 2012 Equinox LTZ & couldn't find oil filter.thought it was like regular underneath engine.
Thanks man!! Very well filmed and easily understandable! Who ever did my last change put the plastic filter on WAY to tight. Honestly now I am wondering if my filter has been changed the past two years I have had it....
32mm short head socket helped me
Costco has a package of two 5 quart bottles of 5-30 full synthetic oil for 20 bucks. What a savings this will be if I can do it myself.
Please use frame stands and a hydraulic jack. The scissors jack is not safe at all. Also block the rear wheels. Dexos is a synthetic oil specification. Please be safe.
I am using metal ramps, and had trouble getting the filter cap off so I left it on the ramps all night. Come out this morning and now I am nervous to get under there and put the oil pan drain plug back in smh.
Have you had any issues with your equinox lately or in the past as far as stalling and idling while at red lights etc or shitting off while driving?
Did you figure out what was wrong? Seems like mine stalls just a bit before shifting and sometimes theres vibration
I had to replace the cam shaft actuator sensor because the sensor was plugged and it would stall at lights. Check the error code with computer.
Good video thanks for sharing, but I didn't think it would be hard to change the oil on this truck. I have a 2012 equinox and the dealer has always told me that I have to take it to them to do it. So, then my hsb can do it and it would be much cheaper I would think. I usually have to pay $43.00 to $49.00 for one!!!
Linda Nava never listen to dealers, they are scum and they make there money off forcing you to have work done there to keep your warranty
Not a bad price these days. Here in WA Jiffy lube is around $110
@@pws3rd170 Thanks, actually its $57.00 for oil change no tire rotation that's separate..
@@lampoyo wow, that's a lot....
If you own this vehicle make sure you use the DEXOS oil. The engine is out of spec for conventional oil and it will burn up quickly. The dealership put the wrong oil in mine and the overhead cam sensor gooped up 2,500 miles later and the car kept stalling out.
There is actually a very big problem especially with the 2011 Chevy equinox. They burn excessive oil because of a bad design on the oil rings on the piston.
@@Fernando5455Jr Is there a way to replace and fix the parts so it's not a hunk of junk? I have a 2012 Equinox and it's been behaving poorly and increased consumption of oil. Also, is a sign of crap oil rings on the pistons is there's spots of oil on the ground beneath where I park at home?
Katlyn England Depending the damage you may have to get a new engine. Although I did hear some talk of a Recall that a judge granted
I really hate the cartridge type oil filters. Messy as hell and you will find out that you usually pay more for it than the conventional spin-on metal cased filter.
It really depends on the car. I drive a 1998 BMW 540i with the 4.4 L V8. And The oil filter is conveniently located right on top rather than under. No mess.
@@Fernando5455Jr I had a 7 series with the same engine. Loved the filter, much more surface area than a tin can one, and very easy access
I just bought a cartrige at Wallmart for $3.88. I changed it in the parking lot and it didn't leak out onto the ground.
Broski plz buy your self a floor jack !!! You wont regret it , also when I do this to my wifes are , I crawl under the car from about where your jack is (behind left tire so I can see the oil pan bolt , just a suggestion for people, thanks for telling me the pan bolt is 15 that's what I came to find out I always forget , thanks again !!!!
Thanks for the video and that engine compartment is clean.
Two things guys. 1) Every time I entered the vehicle make and model at EVERY PART STORE, it gave me the wrong filter. It gave me the canister type. So, I had to pull the filter and get the part number in order to get the right one. 2) Rather than buying that big ass socket that you probably won't have any other use for and the swivel adapter, you can use a basin wrench; $13 bucks at your high end hardware store, probably less at your economy tool stores, and it is a very versatile tool. I've seen where guys are cutting the socket because it is too tall. No need to do that with a basin wrench. Hope this helps.
I just changed the oil in the step daughter's 2012 Equinox and ended up using a basin wrench. Had to look up here to find where the filter was after not seeing a spin on filter anywhere.
u r really lucky, man. the location of the oil filter is designed 4 DIY-ers... my other 2 cars (diff manuf, of course) sucked in that regard. no way i could get under and replace the oil filter w/o some kind of stand...
The video was very helpful. Thank you
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a cartridge filter? was this engine made in the 1940s or what? good video though
great video you explain that very well.
That used oil filter looked horrible. The pleats were collapsing. Was the used filter a ACDelco? I usually run Fram Ultra, but when I have used ACDelco they never looked that bad.
+Eagleknight i'm not sure what brand of oil filter that was. I had just purchased the car and was doing the first oil change. That filter definitely needed to be changed. Since making this video, I have changed the oil again, the AC Delco filter didn't look nearly as bad. Fram filters also hold up well for me. Regular maintenance is definitely a key!
+Altoelder ive used fram and acdelco, both work great
What happens is the "pilot" pin on the filter didn't go into the hole in the block correctly. You'll see it as that part with a point on it that has a small o-ring on it. Either that or a previous oil change resulted with that pin being broken off in the block and was left behind. Word of advice, get a dedicated oil filter socket just like was used in this video. All other ways don't work well. Another thing, there is a check valve in that plastic oil filter cap. Always change the oil filter first. That way you get all the oil out, other wise that oil stays in that chamber.
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They tend to look like that on this vehicle. Even the Mobil 1 looked like that when I replaced it on this vehicle.
What's the oil filter socket size??
Very informative but I couldn't get either bolt out there too tight I think because I get the oil change at the dealership I bought the truck and they use those air/drill guns which they go as tight as it could go I think I need to take it and tell them to hand tight it or something like that what you think any suggestions
I use a socket Wrench but the stiff ones not a ratchet so I don't know if it matters
I simply used a pair of parrot pliers when you screw it back on just hand tighten it, and half a turn with the pliers done.
My father in laws car i always do his oil changes what not on his 2012
Chief take it back to dealership & have them loosen it . I went to 2 dif lube places for 1st two changes before I did my own & plug in rear differential was so tight it strip. What a headache & neither place admitted but what could I do. #2 was in Utah on trip, I live in Wi
@@tubetime39 same thing happened to me. Took it to valvoline and they tightened it so much that I stripped the plug and had to get it sawed off
Do you warm engine before dropping oil ?? Thank you for sharing! Be safe and God bless you and your family!!!!!
Ray Eddy If you do it will make the oil drain faster, but you could burn yourself so be careful
is that a 3/8" drive for 1 1/4 socket ?? where did you get it from?? thanks
Tom Close autozone by the Oil filters
Walmart carrys the socket. Hope this helps
Good choice of oil. Good quality and very inexpensive.
You should show the whole process.. but hey a good video thanks 👍
Hi,my2013 ,2.4 took 5 qts.plus a 1/4 from a single qt..
Me and my wife have the 2012 Equinox LT also and we got free oil changes for a year and that’s ending.so I’m gona be doing them myself which I always changed he oil on all our cars.my question is looks like the old filter in this video was crushed when he took it out is that normal for these filters when you change them out?
Use the STP filters. They don't get all mangled like that.
Debt Miner I will for sure remember that.thanks...
@@MrProline727 Also, if u have the 2.4 ecotec, don't wait long between oil changes. The gdi design used in the early versions allows small amounts of fuel past the pistons, lowering oil viscosity. I look for the best deals I can find on dexos and change every 3,000.
Debt Miner thank you for that info.I didn’t mention the car just last month was at the dealership for a Engine rebuild.i flipped out ranted and raved and was a thorn in there side till they agreed to have the piston problem fixed which I’m sure you know about with oil consumption And how it’s a know fact those engines and generation equinox’s have that problem.And believe it or not the dealership had no problems doing it under warranty it was the warranty company that wouldn’t cover it.So I had to step it up a notch and contacted General Motors themselves and I’m sure after me some of there employees needed major stress relief.In the end GM agreed and covered everything and it’s been good since then.Knock on wood.
@@MrProline727 Yes.. the piston and timing chain issues are linked. . I just bite the bullet and change every 3000.. there were some guys in the equinox forums, having their oil lab tested, and the results showed that by 3000 miles, it was essentially a 5w-20, due to fuel contamination.
The only other major issue is clogged pcv. If you're in a climate with freezing winter conditions, look into an after market vented oil cap, to allow your crankcase to vent, in case the pcv is clogged. Major risk of a rear main seal blowing out, should that happen.
after draining off the old oil, I also need to put the cap at the under back, right?
阎帅 yes, you will need to put the oil filter and the drain bolt back, then you can put in new oil.
阎帅 naaaaah it runs much better without rhat stuff. Weight reduction
I know you are kidding.
Excellent Job on the video !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank-you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice video! What's that tool you used to get to the oil filter?
I just used a socket wrench with an extender. I believe I also had a hinged adapter to allow the socket wrench to flex directions. I would highly recommend using a socket wrench. Initially, I didn't have a socket handy, so I tried a crescent wrench and some channel locks, neither of these methods were close, and you can damage the plastic cap on your oil filter if you're not careful.
If you buy your filters on line you might as well buy a spare oil cap too just in case you mess one up. The cap is only about $10-15 and never available in your local parts store.
I simply used a pair of parrot pliers when you screw it back on just hand tighten it, and half a turn with the pliers done.
My father in laws car i always do his oil changes what not on his 2012
That's good information, thanks! But, that oil filter looks 15k service interval. Completely shrink the filter.
Here I go again I own cummins hemi toyota chevy and honda. All you need is the put the car on ramps preferably not A jack. You need a crescent wrench for the oil filter housing. For the oil You need an oil pan and a size 15 wrench(not a ratchet) Put the pan further than usual as its verticle and shoots out as soon as you take off the lid For the filter it's right next to the engine on the mid right of the engine bay Switch sides of the crescent wrench each time you go at it and repeat the same for putting it on. Atleast on a 2015. P.S this is for a v4.
I'm not really sure about this, am I the only one who noticed Dude climbed under a car held up by a scissor jack?
By the way, if your filter cap has been damaged or overtightened, the ACDelco filter PF458G come with a new cap in addition to the filter. (PF457G is just the filter)
Where I can find that extension? and also what are the measures? I have the socket ...Thanks in advance..
Wobbler is actually a 3/8" universal joint adapter.
Harbor Freight
Excellent vidéo tanks
I just changed oil and filter on Chevrolet Equinox 2012 and the car starts starving. Please help
STP filters don't deform like that, that is all I use and they come with an O Ring
Kevin Fahler Have ever changed a Gm 2.4?
See the filter in the intro photo? That is a sure sign that the oil filter was not installed correctly. If the filter is crushed like that oil will bypass the element. The filter should be installed with a twisting motion and be sure it goes all the way down into the oil filter housing before you screw the cap on. Just a little F.Y.I.
Check inside the filter for the large O ring. There should be one with it.
Thank you!!
Great Video! I think I can do this!
really helpful thanks!
I would use rubber gloves when doing this and I always change the casket out.Thanks Ed
No need.
Gasket
Universal joint used is good and O ring not a gasket.
I say this filter is way to small see how it was collapsed. Another GM screw up.change the filter two times per oil changes at least.
Same setup for 2010????
23Flavas T yep, should be same or very similar for 2010 to 2014
Altoelder thanks a bunch!!
Thank You for the video
1 1/2 inch socket was too big to work. I finally got a 34mm that did the job.
He said 1 1/4”
What size oil filter wrench I need
I can’t get anything on the socket it’s to tight in the space
5q for 2.0
6q for 2.4 and up
Nice
always remove the oil filter before remove the oil of the engine ! the oil is stuck in the filter housing and when you remove it the oil goes to the pan !
Please do not install your oil filter the way he did.
If you do not get that center spike with the "O" ring on it (bottom of oil filter) into the hole in the bottom of the filter housing as you tighten the cap you will most likely crush your oil filter.
Always install the oil filter into the oil filter housing. Then screw in cap. This will insure that the filter will not be crushed or mis shaken so it can do its job.
Please edit your comment so people don't put their 2.4l Ecotec LEA oil filter in upside down to the point they break the spike because they can't figure out why it's not snapping into the oil filter cartridge like what you're saying. Because that spike goes into the engine, not into the cartridge housing like what you're saying.
Thank you
Is anyone else having a problem with the 2012 equinox where the oil is just burning off? By the time I even get close to 3000 miles my check engine light comes on and when I check the oil, it’s empty. So I can skip the draining the oil part of this video.
Yes... I had this exact same issue. It ended up leading to engine failure. We had to replace our engine. About 2 years ago, Chevy sent out a recall notice for this problem. If you go to a dealer, you may be able to get it repaired at little to no cost
Nice Shot my 2013 equinox had this issue too around 45k, it was due to a bad transmission solenoid. The car would stall at low speed in traffic, then check engine cane on. Repair was covered under drive train warranty.
very heplful
Of course if you let the drain plug bolt simply drop into the plastic pan like you used and it rolls over and blocks the hole the old oil is suppose to flow into, you are gonna have a big mess. Ask me how I know! 😂
Don't you think you should use a high, rather highest quality/grade oil for that engine ?? Maybe you have found out already. If not you will. Maybe, Nothing is 100% but I am seeing a lot of problems, oil related with that engine.
This oil has worked well for me. We've gone another 50k miles no problem (with regular oil changes). There's definitely alot of options and brands of oil, it's totally up to the owner what they want to run.
@@Altoelder Good for you. But in reality you missed my suggestion which is based on facts not feelings or emotions. You like to do oil changes & I get that. But I like unregular oil changes & go fishing or golfing instead. There are not a generalized 'lot of options' out there to have your engine run at it's best, saving you on oil changes, on mpg, repairs, emissions (catalytic converters & EGR's being expensive for most people), spark plugs, coolant system & the like. And the whole issue is this vehicle and all the problems people are having with this issue AND IT IS OIL RELATED. So for a higher quality oil that is actually cheaper than like what you are using, why in the world would someone ( NOT YOU of course) use an oil that may help solve their problems & maybe prevent future problems with said veh/eng, if the issue is oil related? At least try a better oil? Say it costs $20 more (which it doesn't) vs headaches & expenses involved with replacing parts? I wouldn't think twice. But then again I know all oil IS NOT THE SAME. Most can not absorb that fact. Not sure why but,..
Altoelder the previous response was to your '1 month ago' comment. A lot has happened in this past month. My daughters Equinox turned into dads issue after her bf spent time & $$ fixing it. I took it to have oil changed after the three attempted repairs, it ran better/ok for 5 or 6 days. I took it to repair shop. $165 vs dlrshp at $300ish estimate. It lasted two days. It was suggested to tear engine down at$3,500.00 to $4,000.00 to replace all cam timing & related parts. I changed the oil myself with the best oil out there. I also drained ALL the old oil completely out which most people do not. Even put a little clean oil in to help clean out old. I will keep you updated but so far we have set an all time record on this veh running properly for more than 6 or 7 days, in the last 8 months at about ( I not at home, vaca) 28 days. I was expecting it to act up again but I was also planning on changing the oil & filter again by now because the new oil I am using will help clean out the engine from sludge & varnish caused by the cheaper oils that have been used, which (dirt & varnish) is said to be a factor in this particular engine with it's valve timing system. I also had used a high quality filter. So, so far, higher quality oil is in fact making a difference for this vehicle & to us, not only the headaches she has had ( and me as well after being asked for help, mostly $$ lol) but it may save her (me actually, on SS & very tight budget ! ) $4,000.00.
Wow! That was a detailed response, followed by an equally detailed follow-up response! I think I sensed some exasperation and frustration in your voice as you have spent so much time under your daughter's hood. Rest assured my intent was not to anger folks on the internet.
I want to sa y thank you for taking the time to add your knowledge to the discussion. I am by no means a professional mechanic; I'm just a home-garage grease-monkey who made a video to try and help diy-ers.
Hearing from professional mechanics like yourself definitely helps the community and I welcome your input.
As a professional, what brand oil do you recommend? When I stand in the aisle at Walmart staring at a dozen brands of oil who each claim to have the "secret sauce" that makes them the world's best oil, I find it overwhelming. I'm not sure what is true and what is "creative marketing" by an overzealous advertising agent.
Id love to know what oil is the best.
Best angle it correct or you’ll bust the manifold as it comes off/up.
That old filter was over tighten.
Dean I haven't changed mine yet but I don't think they can be over tighten to the point of crushing the filter anyhow. Looks like the cap has a lip that can only go so far. Any cannister type filter I have changed has been that way.
Well...I have this vehicle exactly and its definitely not 1 1/2 socket.
Holy crap! that oil filter is imploded, that's not good. Don't wait to long to change your oil. Never wait to less than 30 percent oil life to change your oil.
Did this and ended up with a DUI ,in front buffalo wild wings in Gilroy
That'll happen sometimes...
Please don’t use SuperTech oil.
Why. It is dexos compliant?
@@thomaswilliams1381 OMG Spend some money for good oil !! Esp for this engine !!!! You'll be replacing camshaft sensors & EGR valves etc
@@tubetime39 It is good oil.
@@brayan8346 great , then use it. We had all kinds of problems with same veh. Oil was changed three times. Vehicle fixed three times at shop. Next advice we were given by two mechanics was to spend $4,500 to replace engine. Since it was a oil related problem, I coughed up the extra money for a better quality oil & hoped it would work. And it did. 17 months ago & no problems yet. Might not work but for a few dollars more, what the heck. That is why I suggested it. I would suggest it again. That doesn't mean most people think all oil is the same and won't even think about trying it, which is fine. Just trying to help.
@@tubetime39 I don’t generally use it in fact I never have. But I probably will in the future. Your anecdotal evidence is not of much help in fact it just furthers the myths of oil types that many car guys spread. I’ve been using my work car as my tester for many different oil filters, air filters, brake pads, oils. And I’ve noticed that many parts that we look down on due to cost or lack of recognition are in fact great. Super tech is on one those brands. I was in the same field you are before. I refused to try anything from this “sub par” brand. The reality is that it makes great products to my surprise. Super tech oil is the same as Amazon basics and Costco’s Kirkland all of which are certified by GM and API meaning they meet the requirements to be used in engines designed for the type of oil. My family taught me Mobil 1 oil and Mobil 1 filter since I can remember. Now that I’m grown up and think for myself I’ve experience other products and they are just as good if not better.
crawling under a car supported by a scissor jack. . .I'm out here
I noticed that immediately too, had to scroll way down to find this comment. Unreal, be safe people!!! USE JACK STANDS!!!
That's like feeding your dog OLD ROY DOG FOOD...That Walmart brand is just crap..recycled oil from the barrels..
GM - disposable junk !
and this car will die a horrible death due to the cheap Wal-Mart oil. You get what you pay for.
It's been another 50k miles since this video and the car has run great...
I hate when people over tighten them.$30 job turns into a $300 job.
You can’t change the oil to often