2018 Chevrolet Equinox Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2018 Chevrolet Equinox oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2018 Chevrolet Equinox, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2018 Chevrolet Equinox oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [U] LH7 U Diesel Turbo | 5.3 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 55588497 |
| 1.5L 4-cylinder [V] LYX V Turbo | 4.2 quarts (with filter) FWD 5.3 quarts (with filter) 4WD | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [X] LTG X Turbo | 5 quarts (with filter) FWD 6 quarts (with filter) 4WD | SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
Select Your 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Option
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [U] LH7 U Diesel Turbo
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [U] LH7 U Diesel Turbo [aka 1.6L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
LT, Premier
Oil Capacity:
5.3 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2018 Chevrolet Equinox 1.6L 4-cylinder [U] LH7 U Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOA5
Oil Capacity:
5.3 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
For vehicles equipped with diesel engines that originally required General Motors (GM) Dexos2, you may now use a GM Dexos D licensed engine oil of the appropriate viscosity grade.
1.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code [V] LYX V Turbo
Engine:
1.5L 4-cylinder [V] LYX V Turbo [aka 1.5L 4-cylinder (Turbo)]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter) FWD
5.3 quarts (with filter) 4WD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2018 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L 4-cylinder [V] LYX V Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
5.3 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
This specification has been updated from the Dexos 1 Gen 2 standard to the newer General Motors (GM) Dexos 1 Gen 3 standard.
2018 Chevrolet Equinox 2.0L 4-cylinder [X] LTG X Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
5 quarts. (with filter). For Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
6 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
This specification has been updated from the Dexos 1 Gen 2 standard to the newer General Motors (GM) Dexos 1 Gen 3 standard.