If by any chance You need to know the oil type on Your 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, then I'll be happy to tell You that it is SAE 5W-30. If You happen to live in an environment where the climate is below 0 F, You can then use SAE 0W-30 without any problems. The capacity on the 2.4 L engine iS5 quarts while the capacity on the 3.0 L iS6 quarts even. The engine oil on Your vehicle is one of the most important players in keeping a motor healthy. What it does is it lubricates, cleans, and even reduces friction and wear to prolong its life. A word of advice from me, check that oil every week to make sure it's not too low and You'll be good.
Mara D.
January 2, 2020
The 2012 Chevrolet Equinox uses only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade of 5W-30. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. The oil capacity on the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 2.4L engine is 5 US quarts (4.7 liters) and 6 US quarts (5.7 liters) for the 3.0L engine.
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