2011 Equinox Changing Oil Filter

[Skip Talker]

OK I hope I don't get too much crap for this one. But I jacked up the front end of the 11 Equinox and didn't see the oil filter. Where is it? 4 cylinder

[Jsdirt]

I'm glad I don't work on these newer vehicles ...

 

I hear it's by the dipstick on the front or side of the engine ... and requires a 32mm socket. Getting this info 3rd hand, so check before you go buying tools.

[gmtech4]

jiffy lube knows lol

[Jsdirt]

 

After you pay at Jiffy, make sure to check your drain plug! Funny how those little things get lost there ....

[txab]

IIRC, the filter is located on top of the engine; next to the oil dipstick under a black plastic cap. It's a cartridge type filter.

[gmtech4]

why did ya tell 'im Darrell,? we were having fun !!!! he needs the socket now !!!! and jiffy lube will get the job after he finds out how much the socket is ......

 

yes check the drain plug or......

 

 

take it to a dealer ,they do it ok ..i did it ok,... quick lube .....not so good

 

thread closed!!!! finally

[txab]

Sorry I spoiled your fun, Robert. You need to let me in on it next time.

[gmtech4]

Darral,you need to go to" transmision issues " thread in "engine and powertrain tech" and answer the question that got put to you ....lol

[Skip Talker]

OK that wasn't toooooooo much crap. I googled it and found a thread that gave pictures and links. No one that was open on Sunday had it. Looks like $18.25 shipped, on the Bay is the best so far. Looks like I could use vise grips or channel locks, but that would be too much fun for you guys. I'll try google the next time I have a stupid question.

[gmtech4]

its all good skip,,all good

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Yeah, don't fret.

[Skip Talker]

Pep Boys had the socket, $9.99. No worries.

[gmtech4]

awesome !

[gmtech4]

awesome !

 

holy double post for me lol,impatient arn't i ? lol

[jbattagl]

Skip Talker: Do you still have the link that you referred to below that provides pictures and steps of the oil change. Can't find anything online. Thanks!

 

OK that wasn't toooooooo much crap. I googled it and found a thread that gave pictures and links. No one that was open on Sunday had it. Looks like $18.25 shipped, on the Bay is the best so far. Looks like I could use vise grips or channel locks, but that would be too much fun for you guys. I'll try google the next time I have a stupid question.