My daughter’s 2011 Equinox 2.4 developed an oil consumption issue about 1-1/2 years ago, at around 60k. When she brought it in to the GMC/Buick dealer for a routine oil change, the technician noted on the invoice that it was low on oil on arrival. This was a surprise, as it hadn’t used much up to that point. The service salesman brought it to her attention, and began a consumption survey, where they had her bring it in every 1000 miles for an oil level check and top off. After about three or four visits, they gave her a new car to drive while they replaced the rings and timing chain assembly with upgraded parts. I don’t know what other internal parts may have been involved. The dealer staff was really proactive, as she could have ended up with the same scenario. This was the result of a GM service bulletin where they will do this for this particular engine up to 120,000 miles. I think it was initially around 70k, but it was extended around the time it was discovered. I think the required threshold is 1qt in 1500 miles, but I’m not entirely sure about that. She is the second owner, but there was still no charge to her. It has run flawlessly since; commuting daily with several long trips logged.
@@royfunk1793 thank you now my only problem is the 2010 engine is nowhere to be found I can purchase the actuator online but the intake camshaft seems to be discontinued please let me know if you know where I can find one. Thanks again
was having check engine light problems/reduced power problem when i did this conversion til I seen this vid, swapped the intake cam with the old, light is out.. engine runs beautiful "thumbs up"
You can you the newer 2012 transmission as well dispite what the compatibility charts say. They all wanted $1200 for 2010 and 2011. The transmission was plug and play. Saved me $600
Im doing this swap on a 2011 Buick Regal. The timing finally jumped so I parked it. Its just been sitting for 2 months and now has no brakes and a maf code appeared which after replacing the sensor and back probing looks like an ECM MAF circuit failure.Its a pretty car and the girls seem to like it but man it seems to break just sitting there. LOL!
I got a 2015 engine from a company in Michigan and they do the conversion already to make it work in a 2010 Equinox / Terrain. Mechanic is working on it now.... hope all goes well.
Hello I am starting this swap. Have 2011 equinox LAF got a 2013 terrain LEA engine. Did you run into issue with the air ports near the exhaust manifold?
Ive done dozens of chains etc in these 2.4 engines but apparently never in a 2010 yet.. customers original engine was smoked with metal so i didn't risk it and got a used lower mileage 2010 engine.. well long story short, ove warrantied 2 different engines and STILL cannot figure out why im getting p0016/p0017 codes.. correlation codes. I set timing like any other time ive done then. 2nd engines i take cam reluctor had spun and gm discontinued the intake cam for that year. Its a 1 YEAR ONLY! 🤦♂️ so 3rd engine i put in was good. But im STILL getting the codes. Ive read you set timing like normal, but move the intake dowel hole to 5 o clock. I did that but still no solution.. does all of the colored linka line up like usual even tho im movinf that intake cam??
Hi, The one thing i noticed is you didn't installed the PCV valve back. This was also an issue with this engine 2.4l. Did that changed or was it eliminated with this engine?
my girls lea 2013 ecotec goes thru a gallon a month so your old engine is as bad as the one you put in. if i have to change the engine i may go with the cobalt engine and use the lea head. thanks
I'm thinking of possibly putting an ecotec 2.4l in my 91 isuzu pickup truck. With All of THESE problems, what year has GM Finally figured it out with all THESE past Issues with THESE motors, so what year or so do you recommend I should go with. Because I know there pretty good Strong engines. Please keep up the Good work and sharing and Thank you for your time. And Please let me know your input when you get a chance. Thanks
Just a bit confused above you removed the "LEA High Pressure fuel pump" was that just to swap the intake cam? Comment says it remains. Thanks, thumbs up.
Very curious to know how that 2015 LEA is doing? I have the same engine in 2015 Equinox and right around 90 thousand it's been shit ever since. Intake and exhaust cam positioning sensors continuously throwing codes, mysterious electrical problem very recently (battery draining), P0172 code which means timing chain or high pressure fuel pump. Diesels when turned off. Only has 104,000 so irritating!
I want to change my old and broken engine for a new one that I already bought, I have a question, should the engine and transmission be removed together or could I just remove the engine and leave the transmission in its place?
I removed it with the transmission still in. Some bolts are hard to get to and it’s a real tight fit against the frame rail. Possible in other words. Others prefer to drop the entire subframe and powertrain as one piece.
So could anyone tell me if I could swap a 2.4L out of a 09 cobalt into a 2014 Terrain with a toasted 2.4L? just curious as it is nearly impossible to find a used 2.4L out of a terrain anywhere, and I have a cobalt sitting with a good 2.4L engine.
Fyi: we would have to toss in the LEA engine wiring harness also, because of the throttle body wiring connector being different from the LAF one. So the intake cam gear swap labor is the way to go...
I’m looking to go the opposite way. I have a wrecked 2010 with the LAF engine and plan on buying a 2012 with a blown up LEA engine. Do you know if there is any issues with doing this? I know sometimes swaps only work going one way.
dont know if you guys gives a shit but if you are bored like me during the covid times you can stream pretty much all the new series on InstaFlixxer. I've been binge watching with my brother these days =)
Dude, you don't know jack, these motors are notorious for the timing guides, but that's wear and tear. People just don't change their oil like they are supposed to. But these engines last longer then any toyota cylinder and honda who tend to break
I got a question if I wanted to buy from copart could I not have to have a broker I also don't have my dealer ship license either if you know could you please respond back I'm trying to find a cheap project car thanks
My daughter’s 2011 Equinox 2.4 developed an oil consumption issue about 1-1/2 years ago, at around 60k. When she brought it in to the GMC/Buick dealer for a routine oil change, the technician noted on the invoice that it was low on oil on arrival. This was a surprise, as it hadn’t used much up to that point. The service salesman brought it to her attention, and began a consumption survey, where they had her bring it in every 1000 miles for an oil level check and top off. After about three or four visits, they gave her a new car to drive while they replaced the rings and timing chain assembly with upgraded parts. I don’t know what other internal parts may have been involved. The dealer staff was really proactive, as she could have ended up with the same scenario. This was the result of a GM service bulletin where they will do this for this particular engine up to 120,000 miles. I think it was initially around 70k, but it was extended around the time it was discovered. I think the required threshold is 1qt in 1500 miles, but I’m not entirely sure about that. She is the second owner, but there was still no charge to her. It has run flawlessly since; commuting daily with several long trips logged.
I will be doing this conversion next month, can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video, thanks.
It’s all done and works great! Thanks again.
Roy Funk did you have change the entire camshaft or just the actuator on the end
@@royfunk1793 Hi same question here, did you also swap the old intake camshaft or just the actuator on the end thanks
Yes Change both the camshaft and the actuator.
@@royfunk1793 thank you now my only problem is the 2010 engine is nowhere to be found I can purchase the actuator online but the intake camshaft seems to be discontinued please let me know if you know where I can find one. Thanks again
was having check engine light problems/reduced power problem when i did this conversion til I seen this vid, swapped the intake cam with the old, light is out.. engine runs beautiful "thumbs up"
which engine lights did you have? do you recall?
You can you the newer 2012 transmission as well dispite what the compatibility charts say. They all wanted $1200 for 2010 and 2011. The transmission was plug and play. Saved me $600
Im doing this swap on a 2011 Buick Regal. The timing finally jumped so I parked it. Its just been sitting for 2 months and now has no brakes and a maf code appeared which after replacing the sensor and back probing looks like an ECM MAF circuit failure.Its a pretty car and the girls seem to like it but man it seems to break just sitting there. LOL!
I got a 2015 engine from a company in Michigan and they do the conversion already to make it work in a 2010 Equinox / Terrain. Mechanic is working on it now.... hope all goes well.
Can you pass the number
keon clare where did you get it from? I’m in the market to buy as well unfortunately
Sorry for the late reply..... just looking at this video again. The company’s name is East Bay Auto parts: 231-332-9156 . Eastbayautoparts.com
What company did this for you
5:33 At this point I like to give a few whacks with a rubber mallet on different spots of the cover.
Hello I am starting this swap. Have 2011 equinox LAF got a 2013 terrain LEA engine. Did you run into issue with the air ports near the exhaust manifold?
Ive done dozens of chains etc in these 2.4 engines but apparently never in a 2010 yet.. customers original engine was smoked with metal so i didn't risk it and got a used lower mileage 2010 engine.. well long story short, ove warrantied 2 different engines and STILL cannot figure out why im getting p0016/p0017 codes.. correlation codes. I set timing like any other time ive done then. 2nd engines i take cam reluctor had spun and gm discontinued the intake cam for that year. Its a 1 YEAR ONLY! 🤦♂️ so 3rd engine i put in was good. But im STILL getting the codes. Ive read you set timing like normal, but move the intake dowel hole to 5 o clock. I did that but still no solution.. does all of the colored linka line up like usual even tho im movinf that intake cam??
Hi,
The one thing i noticed is you didn't installed the PCV valve back. This was also an issue with this engine 2.4l. Did that changed or was it eliminated with this engine?
my girls lea 2013 ecotec goes thru a gallon a month so your old engine is as bad as the one you put in. if i have to change the engine i may go with the cobalt engine and use the lea head. thanks
I'm thinking of possibly putting an ecotec 2.4l in my 91 isuzu pickup truck. With All of THESE problems, what year has GM Finally figured it out with all THESE past Issues with THESE motors, so what year or so do you recommend I should go with. Because I know there pretty good Strong engines. Please keep up the Good work and sharing and Thank you for your time. And Please let me know your input when you get a chance. Thanks
I have '12 Captiva with the 2.4 LEA. I go through about 1qt every 1k mi. and it's as loud as your '15 engine.
Trouble codes were excessive fuel pressure and cylinder misfire.
Vinnie Kung so your saying you have to change the intake camshaft sensor?
Vinnie Kung I’m doing the Same swap and now I’m getting codes for the wrong camshaft sensor and fuel pressure codes.
Just a bit confused above you removed the "LEA High Pressure fuel pump" was that just to swap the intake cam? Comment says it remains. Thanks, thumbs up.
I was wondering the same thing it skipped right to tightening the intake cam.
You need a broker or a license to buy. Varies by state but that’s what I need. Their website will tell you. Good luck!
Very curious to know how that 2015 LEA is doing? I have the same engine in 2015 Equinox and right around 90 thousand it's been shit ever since. Intake and exhaust cam positioning sensors continuously throwing codes, mysterious electrical problem very recently (battery draining), P0172 code which means timing chain or high pressure fuel pump. Diesels when turned off. Only has 104,000 so irritating!
Worked out well. I eventually sold it. Never had a code or issues afterwards.
The newer 2.4 engine is still crap because of the PCV system building water and freezing in winter blowing out the rear main seal.
add a catch can dosnt mean the entire engine is junk
Add a oil catch can and a cmf vented oil cap for the engine to release pressure from the crank case.
Do you know if 2016 Buick Verano 2.4 engine will fit 2011 Gmc terrain?
Some of the German Engines, so true.
I want to change my old and broken engine for a new one that I already bought, I have a question, should the engine and transmission be removed together or could I just remove the engine and leave the transmission in its place?
I removed it with the transmission still in. Some bolts are hard to get to and it’s a real tight fit against the frame rail. Possible in other words. Others prefer to drop the entire subframe and powertrain as one piece.
So could anyone tell me if I could swap a 2.4L out of a 09 cobalt into a 2014 Terrain with a toasted 2.4L? just curious as it is nearly impossible to find a used 2.4L out of a terrain anywhere, and I have a cobalt sitting with a good 2.4L engine.
I am pretty sure it will not work. Need a newer 2.4 and truck based. The bellhousing I recall is different.
Do you time it like an lea or laf?
did you change the whole camshaft or just the vvt sprocket on the camshaft?
I'd like to know as well.
Troy Stein description says intake and sprocket cross reference parts will definitely tell
Skipped the hardest part spends time torqued bolts😶
Does he ever reply? I need some info on this swap!
Can we just toss in the same ECU as the engine that's from the same vehicle & get away with it?
Fyi: we would have to toss in the LEA engine wiring harness also, because of the throttle body wiring connector being different from the LAF one.
So the intake cam gear swap labor is the way to go...
I’m looking to go the opposite way. I have a wrecked 2010 with the LAF engine and plan on buying a 2012 with a blown up LEA engine. Do you know if there is any issues with doing this? I know sometimes swaps only work going one way.
me too
Dod you ever figure this out?
Hi good video, what DTC were you getting?
Great job
Is this still a viable option in 2023, is there a better option that’s cost effective?
Yes it still is. There are no other engines that can drop in as easily to keep you going.
@@vinniekung4680 how much would it cost if i take it to a shop to do?
Are there cost effective EV conversion options available?
How long did the swap take?
4-5 days. Was worth it.
Hi did codes go away by doing this, for fuel
For fuel pressure fault, yes.
@@vinniekung4680 did you change the whole camshaft or just the sprocket in your video I only see you changing the sprocket
Can u please let us know exactly what needed to be changed from old motor
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Dude, you don't know jack, these motors are notorious for the timing guides, but that's wear and tear. People just don't change their oil like they are supposed to. But these engines last longer then any toyota cylinder and honda who tend to break
Come on GM!! You can do better.
Do you know if i can swap from 2018 to my terrain is 2016?
I got a question if I wanted to buy from copart could I not have to have a broker I also don't have my dealer ship license either if you know could you please respond back I'm trying to find a cheap project car thanks
Depends on the state. Some, like mine, dont care if you dont have a dealer license. Others wont let you in unless you do
If any of the big three want to establish quality and reliability reputation, need to start putting Japan engineered power train.
made in china
don't buy this car please problem not efficient engine burning oil for all model has recall from factory!