The Top 5 Problems with Chevy Equinox (2nd Generation 2010 - 2017)

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  • @therealogofgaming9507
    @therealogofgaming9507 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Rear main seals on these are notorious for leaking from backup pressure

    • @oaden0621
      @oaden0621 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I put different oil cap that vents at a certain pressure on my equinox to prevent that issue.

    • @therealogofgaming9507
      @therealogofgaming9507 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@oaden0621 hey do u remember what’s the name of oil cap and where u get it at would like too try it on minds

    • @oaden0621
      @oaden0621 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@therealogofgaming9507ACDelco GM Original Equipment FC219
      Ordered off of Amazon.

    • @oaden0621
      @oaden0621 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@therealogofgaming9507ACDelco GM Original Equipment FC219
      Ordered off of Amazon.

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I’m gonna pin this comment to the top, thanks for adding to the list.

  • @Codyjrt
    @Codyjrt 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    My wife’s Edge suddenly gave a ton of codes. It was simple a bad purge valve. 15 minutes to change and 11$ on eBay. I looked like a hero for a simple fix.

    • @8Jallin
      @8Jallin หลายเดือนก่อน

      What codes?

  • @johnvecchio4186
    @johnvecchio4186 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    My wife and I each have an Equinox 2014 and 2017 the 2014 has about 118k on it and the 2017 has 142k only repairs have been the VFT Solenoid’s and rear wheel bearings. We use Mobile 1 full Synthetic oil and charge it every 4k. Maintenance is key.

    • @8Jallin
      @8Jallin หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@johnvecchio4186 why did you chante the rear Wheel bearings?

    • @johnvecchio4186
      @johnvecchio4186 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @ right side was making a howling sound when you slowed down to a complete stop. I decided to do the other rear one while I was at it.

  • @fastbusiness
    @fastbusiness 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I just finished replacing the balance shaft chain and timing chain on our 2011 Equinox. Among others, yours was the last timing chain replacement video I watched to learn how to do it. I thank you for posting it, as it helped give me the confidence to do the job for the first time. It runs fine, so I guess I didn't screw up anything while I was in there. It took me a lot longer than you, (maybe 12hr.) because I hadn't done it before and tried to do everything by the book.

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I love to hear that my tutorials work out for you guys! Awesome job for getting it done. Equinox should last you a while.

  • @oaden0621
    @oaden0621 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    My engine has been replaced with a used one. I change my oil every 3 to 4 thousand miles instead of what is recommended and it runs perfectly. It also keeps those VVT solenoids from getting clogged. I also put a ventable oil cap on to prevent to rear main seal problem that some people have. ACDelco part # FC219 off of Amazon.

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Nice move with the oil cap!

  • @fastbusiness
    @fastbusiness 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    There is one other common problem you didn't mention. The intake manifold has an orifice on the engine facing side, in between the intake ports, that functions as part of the pcv system. It is only about 1/16" diameter and commonly gets clogged with sludge. When this happens, the crankcase pressure builds enough to possibly blow out the engine rear seal and create a massive oil leak. It can blow out enough oil that if it happens when driving, the engine will be starved for oil and seize up. Obviously, this can destroy the engine fast. I had the seal blow out on mine but caught it in time to avoid total destruction. To prevent this from happening again, I cleaned out the orifice and installed an oil cap that has a built-in pressure release so if it clogs again it won't blow out the seal (hopefully). Also, I'm going to make it part of the maintenance routine to clean out the orifice once yearly to keep disaster at bay. Again, hopefully.

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for adding this one!

    • @thomasmorris302
      @thomasmorris302 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There's a you tube video showing how to drill a hole in the intake and hit and enlarge the hole and then just a short screw to seal intake, did it works perfect

    • @fastbusiness
      @fastbusiness 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thomasmorris302 Thanks for reminding me. I saw that video some time back and thought about it then. I was concerned about cracking the manifold when drilling or when putting in the screw. Do you think that is something to be concerned about?

  • @NPC2_4_U
    @NPC2_4_U 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I think you just solved the problem with my daughters car within the first 3 minutes of this video. THANK YOU!!! I will stop back to let you know if it does the trick.

  • @jorgegarcia-s8j
    @jorgegarcia-s8j 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Alex thank you for the opportunity to share your information Jorge Garcia Dallas Texas

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You’re Welcome Jorge! 🙏🏽

  • @aarg2609
    @aarg2609 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Love these top 5 problem videos. Keep it up! Super informational. Hopefully it is successful for you!

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for your feedback! I’ll keep them coming!

  • @indawhip9410
    @indawhip9410 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Alex is my mechanic since he was mobile me and my sister!!!! Love him and his wife are good honest ppl

  • @shanesongs3575
    @shanesongs3575 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I watched this because I just bought a 13 equinox. Was entertained while listening problems I will probably run into.

    • @thomasmorris302
      @thomasmorris302 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      3 to 4,000 mile oil chanes use dexos oil they will last

    • @pacman3908
      @pacman3908 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Maintenance is key with those engines.use good full syn oil and change it every 4 k

  • @johnmock6418
    @johnmock6418 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    180,000 miles on our 2014. 2.4liter. Never changed transmission fluid. No timing chain issues either. Does burn some oil. Just developed a bad oil leak on front..gets all over serpentine belt.
    Probably gonna buy a 2024 equinox

  • @designatscale9224
    @designatscale9224 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are an amazing teacher! This is a great video. I am purchasing a 2013 Equinox with 110,000 miles on it. I’m getting. Good deal, so I’ll do some fixes immediately. This video was a huge help. Thanks, Alex!

    • @codeblueyote3088
      @codeblueyote3088 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@designatscale9224 How much if you don’t mind me asking

    • @noahlathrop4111
      @noahlathrop4111 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @designatscale9224 you must be getting a really good price in order to want to buy one of these with half it's life gone. I wouldn't pay more than $3k

  • @chris-styles-jc5hp
    @chris-styles-jc5hp หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hit it on the money. You explained it better than most people on TH-cam. Thank you 🙏

  • @DANNYN224
    @DANNYN224 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    All 5 problems without watching the video Transmission issues exhaust manifold issues purge valve timing chain issues

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      lol you sure you didn’t cheat

    • @dans_Learning_Curve
      @dans_Learning_Curve 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@AlexTheCarDoctor 😁

    • @DANNYN224
      @DANNYN224 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AlexTheCarDoctorlol

    • @josephpullen1153
      @josephpullen1153 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DANNYN224
      No chain in a 2.4l, lol

    • @a3300000
      @a3300000 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oil consumption.

  • @derekboufford9465
    @derekboufford9465 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    great vid, very good at explaining so the non gearheads can understand. thank you

  • @dans_Learning_Curve
    @dans_Learning_Curve 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Funny you should put this video out!
    Don't know if you remember when you were on live I mentioned that we just bought a 2013 Equinox with 150,000 on it. I'll definitely be checking this video out!
    Were you able to check out my oil pressure issue on my '58? 🤔

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes! When you mentioned it on live I was thinking we just did a video on that car lol and yes I watched while drinking my coffee.

    • @dans_Learning_Curve
      @dans_Learning_Curve 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AlexTheCarDoctor you're up early!
      Have a great day!!

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@dans_Learning_Curve I went to bed way to early! I hope it doesnt catch up to me later today. I hope you have an amazing day Dan!

    • @dans_Learning_Curve
      @dans_Learning_Curve 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AlexTheCarDoctor thank you!
      Was the lifter configuration a bit different on that old '58 than you're used to seeing? 🤔

  • @Ashton24414
    @Ashton24414 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for the video Alex, I have a 2014 Buick vernao with the same 2.4 L ecotec engine . As preventive maintenance I try to keep up on all the common issues before they happen, my vehicle has 130,000 miles and I’m wanting to find a trustworthy mechanic to replace the timing chain.

  • @relaxingnaturesightssounds9480
    @relaxingnaturesightssounds9480 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks Doc I like and I subscribed just brought a 2015 chevy Equinox with 117, 000 mines

  • @Harold-sr5ns
    @Harold-sr5ns 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for your video! I was worried I had made a bad purchase with my 2012 equinox because I saw many complaints. But hey, maintenance is key! It has 175k miles on it and it runs great!... Until the "engine power is reduced" message pops up but it looks like a simple fix (I hope).

  • @fitzgerald8664
    @fitzgerald8664 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks Doc, very informative.

  • @jimsix9929
    @jimsix9929 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    thank you for the reply on dads Terrain Alex, called a friend that owns a transmission shop, he says do it every 20,000 miles, there is no dipstick no replaceable filter, just a drain and fill, so I am going to load up everything I need and do it for him, also change the oil, the GM dealer oil stinks Pennzoil platinum will keep that timing chain going for a long time, there is a you tube video of a guy doing one at 58,000 thousand miles that fluid was black, so time to load up my truck and go visit dad, I do not trust dealers, I worked at one for a decade, do it yourself or find a trusted mechanic like Alex

  • @antoniomarc7174
    @antoniomarc7174 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yeah the dealer told me to leave my trans alone when I asked about changing doing the service in my 2014 Chevy Sonic. He said that stuff is life time and it’s the full synthetic type trans fluid and that it’s like almost $100 a quarter to change it.

  • @Pure_KodiakWILD_Power
    @Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I know this video is about Chevy suv's, not RAM trucks 😂 but the lifter problem finally got worse on my 2500, and I was towing at the time 🤯🤯🤯 I at least found a shop that is confident about doing the job, but we'll see what the damage and estimate will be 🙄🙏🏽🙏
    So for those that listen to the people who say you can drive on the Hemi tap for years, I'm here to tell you it didn't happen for me. I got maybe 5 or 6 months from the time I started being aware of the tap. And of course I was hyperaware of the noise and it sounded terrible to me 😅

  • @mike_0213
    @mike_0213 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    My 2017 Equinox stopped burning oil after I started doing my own oil changes at home. My wife used to take it to one of those fast lube places and that damn car needed oil EVERY week. DO your own oil changes on this car and do it at 5000 miles. My daughter has the same engine in her car and she was having issues with the car stalling at a stop. I did the VVT's and it was still doing it. With her car I had to buy "better" quality oil and do her oil every 3-4K and that seemed to stop that issue.

  • @thomasmorris302
    @thomasmorris302 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Biggest problem extended oil changes and No Dexos oil when done. These are direct injjection so have more carbon build up, if you don't change oil at 3 to 4K than it can't contain all that carbon, rings get stuck, the pcv gets clogged, timing chain tensioner won't hydralic pressure build, timing chains wear out. Oil cools cylinder walls (squirters) activates VVT (those solenoids he mentions), lubes balance shafts, without clean oil you have problems

    • @Lincolnator721
      @Lincolnator721 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      same issues people are having with many Kia and Hyundai GDI engines. the manufacturers recommend (straight from the bulletin) oil changes every 3k to 3.75k miles under "severe usage conditions". which really isn't severe usage to me. i had a 2015 kia soul base. i'm driving a 2016 chevy equinox now. the ride quality, cabin noise and handling is so much better on the equinox, it's crazy

  • @willdavids7075
    @willdavids7075 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You remind of a character Key from Key and Peele would play. If you ever get your own show he could play as you no offense meant. You’re spot on although I’ve seen the chains go longer before they’re problematic.

  • @jimsix9929
    @jimsix9929 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    thank you for the video Alex, my 91 year old dad has a 2017 Terrain that we bought new I have a friend at a Buick GMC dealer it was a good price for a new car 21,500 and his 2007 Lacross (7,200 trade in), so far no problems at all at 37,000 miles, but some day it will be mine so I want to do everything right, he lives 200 miles from me so I can not do it myself, he does get the oil changed at a dealer, should I recommend he gets the trans serviced at 37,000?, dealers scare me on that sometimes they will charge you and not even do it

    • @NathanCarr42
      @NathanCarr42 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Transmission, transfer case, and rear differential fluids should all be changed every 20k miles. It states that in the owners manual. With the transmission, you want to do it while at operating temperature if you’re doing it yourself, fyi.

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Definitely have him get that transmission serviced Jim. I hope they wouldn’t do a thing like that to a 91 year old fellow!

  • @jasonhooper7682
    @jasonhooper7682 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I did have 2010 chevy equinox with 2.4 ues oli lot I keep on oil change every 3000 miles can had lot of issue

  • @TashaCollins-n1g
    @TashaCollins-n1g 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have a 2010 equinox that's been broken down since November of 2023. It previously had a crack in the exhaust manifold but still ran fine other than being a little loud and using more gas. In August a message came across my dash saying A/C off due to high engine temp. Never overheated or anything but couldn't use A/C so went to ORiely's to get the codes and they suggested that I have 3 sensors replaced, the camshaft position sensor, 02 sensor & cool temp sensor. Did that & 3 months later i get a message saying engine performance reduced which means it went into limp mode and with the pedal all the way to the floor at best it would go 5 mph. Also prior to that message I had to keep getting my car jumped cuz the battery would die quite often...so got a brand new battery also got a brand new camshaft sensor for the second time put that in, had the alternator tested, it passed, but it's still in limp mode and matter of fact it will not start at all now no cranking or anything no noise whatsoever and I can't even jump it it won't even jump start. And brand new battery was checked & was at 100% when bought one month ago but was at 4% a couple of days ago so am charging it as i type this...possibly a parasitic draw somewhere? Some of the codes are as follows - p228d, p0016, p0013, p0089, p0420. I heard you mention the p0016 in the video. If anyone has any idea what is going on it would be greatly appreciated. I'm a single woman living with my 62-year-old mother and don't really know too much about cars. Thanks so much

    • @raceway3982
      @raceway3982 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TashaCollins-n1g Hi Tasha. My 2017 with 91k miles is having battery issues. I changed the battery, alternator and tested every fuse...even the battery in the key fob...but it still drains and then won't start. Did you find a solution?

  • @GrnArrow092
    @GrnArrow092 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had a 2016 Chevy Equinox for a couple of years and I ended up totaling it in a car wreck it last year. It didn't even make it to 50,000 miles. I liked the interior and it allowed me enough space to carry what I needed to carry. What I didn't like was the weak 2.4L 4 cylinder engine it had. It would take what it seemed like forever for it to get up to speed on the highway and since I live in a state with lots of hills, it would downshift to make up for the lack of power it had. The transmission would shift hard and I could feel it when it did. The hard shifting happened whenever I had the ECO mode turned off. I kept the ECO mode off because of the lack of power it had with ECO mode on. After the accident with the Equinox, I replaced that car with a 2020 Toyota Camry and I've been happy with my purchase. I don't think I'll ever go back to GM again.

  • @ganeshnarayan5505
    @ganeshnarayan5505 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Alex you forgot to mention when the water pump goes out it is driven by the timing chain need special tools for that.

  • @justinyost3627
    @justinyost3627 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video I have a 2013 with 60,000 on it no issues never been short a drop of oil buy I change every 3,000. They are also known to have the exhaust and intake sensors fail. Makes me wonder if people ignore that when it occurs and that's what could be causing the. Exsesive oil consumption..lots of theories about the pcv valve also also kinda have noticed it is louder on start up at start up maybe i should check the timing at 60,000

  • @olgacabrera6083
    @olgacabrera6083 หลายเดือนก่อน

    2015 Chevy Equinox 2.4, 148,000 miles. Timing belt replaced. Catalytic converter replaced. Motor mounts replaced. Water pump replaced. All about the same time. Still shaking while idle. No engine codes. I don’t know what’s next. Thank you for your video.

  • @DarinGordon
    @DarinGordon 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had a diagnostic done from 3 auto parts stores and a jiffy lube. All 4 gave the same codes:
    P0172: Bank 1 system too rich
    P0304: Cylinder 4 Misfire
    P062B: Control Module Fuel Injector Control Performance
    P050D: Cold Start Rough Idle.
    I changed out all spark plugs, changed the coil on cylinder 4, put fuel injector cleaner and Sea Foam in and it is still producing these codes. What can I do to make it run better besides an oil change? Change out the rest of the Coils?

  • @kayblock8009
    @kayblock8009 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This dude is spot on! I just had to change the timing chain on my 2013 equinox at 125,000 miles it costed me 1800$. I heard the rattling and chose to ignore it. 😂😂😂 Listen to your car people

  • @andyc2026
    @andyc2026 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are so entertainer, A smart man with manner. Should be reach OVER 100K subscribers soon. Keep going! Thanks

  • @doriwilson6991
    @doriwilson6991 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Owned a 2013 captiva had no problems except oil burning fast. Have the 2014 Terrain and I love this car. My daughter has the 2014 equinox and is frustrated with it because its got leaks, VVT issues and now its stalling and we were told it may be the crank shaft position sensor

  • @shueher1
    @shueher1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    How did you forgot to notorious leaky HPFP to the oil

  • @DeborahHodges-k1x
    @DeborahHodges-k1x หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m looking at getting a 2012 Equinox. It’s having some issues those. When you try to start it tries to turn over then clicks like a bad battery. Has a brand new battery. Thing is though the windshield wipers comes on, washer fluid squirts, dome light flashes as does headlights. Trying to figure out the issue

  • @Mohamedddd7890
    @Mohamedddd7890 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What’s the difference in reliability between this equinox and traverse because in an old video you said you don’t recommend them at all?

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Traverse has more problems. Timing chain more expensive to do on the Traverse. I’d definitely pick the equinox over the traverse.

  • @brianmikels2422
    @brianmikels2422 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Alex there’s a lot you can do about that vvt, it’s called regular oil changes!! Keep that flow.

  • @CQQLGIRL
    @CQQLGIRL หลายเดือนก่อน

    2011 equinox & have only been having issues with the actuators getting clogged and the rear main seal. At 124k miles the oil turned milky so got a 48k engine installed & noticing rough starts from time & chain but mechanic says it is fine because I drive it over & the sound is gone by then. He says Im hearing noise because the oil hasnt circulated yet...whay do you think?

  • @AJWISE41
    @AJWISE41 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I installed an oil catch can on my GMC Terrain to prevent carbon buildup cloging the pcv hole on the intake manifold and valves.

  • @tomcunningham2063
    @tomcunningham2063 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your videos. They are very helpful and thorough.
    My daughter has a 2012 Equinox with about 195K on it. It was throwing a P2138 and after replacing both throttle position sensors (the gas pedal and the throttle body), it is still throwing the same code. I can clear the code, but as soon as you try to give it more than 50% throttle, it will go into limp mode, say to service Stabillitrak, and throw the P2138. It has a rough idle where it will feel like the engine is bucking back and forth. It sounds like it may need the timing chains replaced, but would that cause it to keep throwing the P2138?
    Any help would be appreciated.

  • @peachesh1402
    @peachesh1402 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Car doctor ?
    I like it 👍🏽

  • @jays_onfeet6152
    @jays_onfeet6152 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    had a P00013 code on my 17 equinox changed my vvt solenoid the back one, idk if i shoulda changed both but the engine light did go off so 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @linaperrone7037
    @linaperrone7037 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for your show but have question to ask you doctor I have a hesitation like it want to jump at the lights

  • @jwdickieson
    @jwdickieson 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When it comes to the 2.4 you are correct but anything above that the 3.0 and the 3.6 are still decently reliable as long as you you do basic engine maintenance I know I suffered from this I bought a Chevy equinox with the 3.0 l engine and it was not maintained as well as it should have been and the engine blew 15 days after the warranty so I was F'd in the A

  • @fershizzlemike634
    @fershizzlemike634 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I came here because my windshield wipers keep going out, I found out that 2010 - 12 and 14 - 17 have a bad linkage design, I was hoping you knew about that. I have a 2016 Equinox, had it fixed a week ago, just tried them on high and they almost flew off the car. I guess this is more of a heads up to anyone with those years of the vehicles mentioned in this video...

    • @adrianneharden7348
      @adrianneharden7348 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hey I have a 2014 and a few years ago my wipers stopped working, found out there was a recall on the windshield wiper motor.

  • @loviebrownlow6983
    @loviebrownlow6983 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    guaranteed issue with that timing chain! luckily, the powertrain portion of the warranty covered it!

  • @MTTavi01
    @MTTavi01 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Iv tried everything. I ended up rebuild my engine myself. It runs perfectly. Turns out the oil rings were shot and my cross hatch on my piston walls were not there. It was like a mirror finish. But now it runs perfectly

  • @christophersumboh4360
    @christophersumboh4360 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My 2015 equinox is giving me a whining sound when accelerating for some time now, what could be the problem. Also, how many quarts of transmission fluid and engine fluid does the 2015 equinox 2.4 lt use.

  • @brendacarroll8485
    @brendacarroll8485 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What would cause the battery to keep going dead I replaced the alternator twice and also had a problem with the steering wheel going hard during had the battery checked they said there is nothing wrong with it

  • @LloydSchulberg
    @LloydSchulberg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why doesn’t the audio alert on my backup camera work? The camera works perfectly, just no sound when I get close to an object.

  • @fritz4939
    @fritz4939 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The main issue with the GM Ecotec 2.4L VVT engine is the timing chain tensioner. Even the 3rd generation (with the dome top) is subject to failure - why - I discovered the reason at long last & no it's not shown anywhere on the net. There are a few other mods. that can be done to the assembly at relatively small cost to improve the strength & reliability overall. Always use an AC Delco oil filler car no. FC219 & change the oil every 6,000miles max., with a filer change every 3,000. Only use Bosch filters. Use a good qulaity synthetic 5w-30 C3 motor oil, I use Shell Helix.

  • @moonenchantress7995
    @moonenchantress7995 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    2015 and I just got it used in March of this year. Eats through oil every 3k miles, changed the timing chain, and the solenoids, and now the battery almost exploded this week. 🤷🏻‍♀️ the battery is hidden under the computer. Oh and i put a new fuel pump in it. I really don’t like the car at and wouldn’t recommend it. But 250k?! Maybe the previous person didn’t care for the car correctly and I was just unlucky.

  • @JonathanCamposVlogs
    @JonathanCamposVlogs 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My 2010 equinox is making a hissing noise when I try to crank start it but it won’t come off. Before this issue happened the last feeling the car gave out was jumpy under the hood and stalled out sometimes causing an issue on the dash to report a code saying the engine was only using minimal power.

  • @Herponomics
    @Herponomics 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks. This was very helpful.

  • @maxineperry431
    @maxineperry431 หลายเดือนก่อน

    2014 Chevy equinox please please help..its showing stabilitrak and service power steering.. diagnostic showing U0100 code failure to communicate or transmit to transmission..could it be bad key fob causing this.. messages were going away after restarting but now its not and door locks clicking loudly when put in reverse help 66yr old just paid cash 4 mths ago

  • @dwight8123
    @dwight8123 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is my first time watching your video
    I love it
    Thank you
    Following

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you like it! Welcome to the channel!

  • @kimrhoden7387
    @kimrhoden7387 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Powersteering light came on? Where do I check it

  • @supensakendorasu2382
    @supensakendorasu2382 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I trust you as you sound like fix it felix, would you know anything about the yearspans parasitic draw problems?

  • @toddmichaelis7592
    @toddmichaelis7592 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 2017 Chevy equinox LT 2.4L engine and the timing chain just broke at 76,000 miles. Fortunately it was parked in the auto dealership and just had the solenoids replaced to begin with. $3,000 later it was fixed. When the chain broke it blew a head gasket and that’s where the expenses went.

  • @myricheinoferio1328
    @myricheinoferio1328 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How about 2018 chevy equinox? Is it good to buy?

  • @jamesgray3021
    @jamesgray3021 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got a 2012 Equinox with 238k mile she has a problem revenge too high after start up and mellows out but when I get up to 35-45 she starts to rev high again and on the Interstate at 60+ she revs high and starts to shake a bit what could be doing this?

  • @ElGuerreroMex
    @ElGuerreroMex 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The table rocks!!! 😂👍

  • @rickcurtis2983
    @rickcurtis2983 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video, straight to the point....thank you!!

  • @Jonathan-sn7rw
    @Jonathan-sn7rw 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I got a 2016 equinox with the 2.4 engine and this thing burn oil like crazy, I bought it used and only had for 2 years now

  • @KielUyttenhove
    @KielUyttenhove 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The 2.4-liter engine from that generation is notoriously problematic. I own a 2017 AWD Premier with the 3.6-liter engine, and it’s been incredibly reliable. In the time I’ve owned it, there have been no recalls, warranty issues, or major repairs-just routine maintenance like coolant, transmission, power steering, and brake fluid flushes. I've also replaced the battery, tire pressure sensors (due to dead sensor batteries), and recently put on new pads and rotors. Overall, it’s been a dependable vehicle. Since I park it in the winter, it will last a very long time because it will never rust.

  • @mx9577
    @mx9577 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve got 2013 chevy equinox. I’m noticing the whole car shaking when the speedometer hits 65-70 MPH. It’s not consistent shaky it’s ON & OFF thing.

  • @joe-rm5tg
    @joe-rm5tg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Great content GM 4 cylinder all garbage 💪💪💪💪💪💪

    • @thomasmorris302
      @thomasmorris302 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      if you go extended oil changes on any new vehicles they will all fail by 100,000 miles

  • @timothyburzynski8214
    @timothyburzynski8214 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Alex, I am considering a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox that has the 2.4 engine. The vehicle has been sitting for I think about six months. The mileage is 70,000 . Just had the oil changed and driven the vehicle 30 miles after the oil change. I'm kicking it around if I should trust this vehicle to go from Michigan to Florida and back? Anything else to check out?

  • @drakehawk8838
    @drakehawk8838 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Curious to see if anyone can help me. My girlfriend has a 2012 Chevy equinox with a code for a VVT Solenoid(P0014), the check engine light keeps coming on with the same code, I have replaced the solenoid 3 times as of now with ACDELCO solenoids and it just keeps coming back on after a month or so each time it’s changed. I’m trying to figure out if maybe it’s an electrical issue or if it is possibly the timing chain that is the problem

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@drakehawk8838 take the valve cover off and inspect the timing chain

  • @SusanWillows-wb7mh
    @SusanWillows-wb7mh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you

  • @squam3514
    @squam3514 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My 2011 equinox just died, it had 321000 kilometres on it, burned a bit of oil but it didn’t owe me anything.

  • @anthonyross2059
    @anthonyross2059 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love the table 💯👌🏽lol

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Man I had to make it for educating my customers that come in the shop. I use it for teaching all the time!

    • @anthonyross2059
      @anthonyross2059 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AlexTheCarDoctor man that's legendary bro! Just little things like that matter frfr!

  • @leftmyhands
    @leftmyhands 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video, thankyou for sharing!

  • @toneigreen9246
    @toneigreen9246 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ive changed my starter and fuseabd relays and i still won't start lights, radio and everything comes on just no crank what might be the problem?

    • @raceway3982
      @raceway3982 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have a '17 with 91k miles. Changed battery, alternator and checked fuses, but still can't figure out why the battery keeps dying. We're you able to solve your electrical issue?

  • @zackneuffer
    @zackneuffer 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    early again hope you’re doing great!!

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am! I hope you are as well 🙏🏽

  • @Foof0811
    @Foof0811 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    I've got a '14 equinox 2.4 at 100k
    Only failed component was muffler
    Heavy maintenance = no problems
    Oil every 3k
    Silicone all rubber boots & hoses every year
    Rust proof every 2 yrs
    Air filters every 2 yrs
    Transmission fluid every 40k
    Coolent every 50k
    Brake fluid at 60k
    Avoid revving over 3500rpm
    Avoid revving over 2k until hitting operating temp
    Go for a 30 minute drive at highway at least once a week
    Never let fuel drop below 20%, or 40% in winter
    That's the recipe for a long life
    I ran a 2000 chevy impala for 17 years and 350k with the same recipe

    • @aramrvs
      @aramrvs 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Foof0811 Love this! Thank you so much!

  • @odcpkiller6687
    @odcpkiller6687 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man, i can not figure out why my wife's key is getting stuck in the ignition... any help would be lovey 2015 chevy equinox

  • @ericdodd9844
    @ericdodd9844 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Were is t crank sensor location on 2015 2.4

  • @GixxerRider1991
    @GixxerRider1991 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    We used to call it the Equalknocks

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      😂 sounds like something my country family would say.

    • @CQQLGIRL
      @CQQLGIRL หลายเดือนก่อน

      So true!

  • @seanhoward8025
    @seanhoward8025 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Try changing the fuel injectors on the V6. Same on a Traverse.
    The factory says “remove cylinder heads”. 🥴

  • @davidarias7685
    @davidarias7685 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the video.

  • @armandoarreguinalmanza8940
    @armandoarreguinalmanza8940 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would you be able to do this same video but with a chevy cruze?

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I already have one here :th-cam.com/video/X3vsK_KlA2Q/w-d-xo.htmlsi=UpXzpCjSnN3fqSuA

  • @FranciscoGarcia-un6do
    @FranciscoGarcia-un6do 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Interference engine, game over. These GM engines also burn oil, an engineering flaw.

  • @marlinyoung1606
    @marlinyoung1606 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I can guarantee that is not the original engine. Do not buy one of those at all. Nobody will maintain those cars like they need to be.

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Perhaps… but you’re right about folks maintaining them. I mean maybe somebody would, but they are far and few in between

  • @jasonhooper7682
    @jasonhooper7682 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you alx you do one on chevy trailblazer top 5 2002 two 2009

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Let me see what I can whip up!

    • @jasonhooper7682
      @jasonhooper7682 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hope you fine one on chevy trailblazer I have about 30000 I have 2007 with 4.2

  • @georgechristiansen6785
    @georgechristiansen6785 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking at maybe getting a 2011. SO thanks.
    Got to know where you're living with that accent?

    • @AlexTheCarDoctor
      @AlexTheCarDoctor  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Georgia. What accent lol 🤭

  • @OpieRed1
    @OpieRed1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    P0014 is the code for the vvt solenoids. Probably means your timing chain or guides are bad anyway....

  • @mikemac6085
    @mikemac6085 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mine has been very reliable!! But now that is has almost 100,000 miles I think I have a cracked manifold because it’s loud at engine bay for about 30 seconds then it gets quiet

  • @zacattack4029
    @zacattack4029 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good info thank you sir.

  • @danielpanelli9388
    @danielpanelli9388 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for this knowledge.

  • @jawadhamza2487
    @jawadhamza2487 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It would be best if you can ask the owner to comment about the maintenance they did for it to last this long.

  • @kjchicago1
    @kjchicago1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How about the Ford Escape? Is that a sister or brother truck to the Chevy Equinox?

  • @Jrod1702
    @Jrod1702 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Had a 2011 terrain timing chain was changed twice I'n 90 thousand miles

  • @markmurdock280
    @markmurdock280 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think the other sister car u were talking about is the acadia

  • @kirkbrown2147
    @kirkbrown2147 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Purge solonoid and vent solenoid is not the same things. Purge is for emission. Vent allows you to put fuel in your tank without venting to the atmosphere