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2012 Chevrolet EQUINOX

Factory Maintenance Specifications

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Looking for the correct oil type for your 2012 Chevrolet EQUINOX? According to factory specs, the 2.4L 4 -cyl Engine Code [K] LEA 8 requires 5W-30 viscosity oil. Using the right oil capacity of 5.0 QUARTS ensures engine longevity and fuel efficiency.

🛢️ 2.4L 4 -cyl Engine Code [K] LEA 8

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Capacity
5.0 QUART
Viscosity
5W-30

Drain Plug Torque: 18 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EA15K03

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Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/chevrolet/equinox/2-4l-4-cyl-engine-code-k-lea-8/

🛢️ 2.4L 4 -cyl Engine Code [K] LEA K Flex

Verified Data
Capacity
5.0 QUART
Viscosity
5W-30

Drain Plug Torque: 18 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EA15K03

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Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/chevrolet/equinox/2-4l-4-cyl-engine-code-k-lea-k-flex/

🛢️ 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [5] LFW 3 Flex

Verified Data
Capacity
6.0 QUART
Viscosity
5W-30

Drain Plug Torque: 18 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EAO17

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Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/chevrolet/equinox/3-0l-6-cyl-engine-code-5-lfw-3-flex/

🛢️ 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [5] LFW I

Verified Data
Capacity
6.0 QUART
Viscosity
5W-30

Drain Plug Torque: 18 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EAO17

Recommended Products

Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/chevrolet/equinox/3-0l-6-cyl-engine-code-5-lfw-i/

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