Many owners complain about excessive oil consumption, power steering. If the oil consumption test indicates that the rate of consumption is greater than 1 quart (0.946 l) of oil every 2,000 miles (3,200 km), note the oil consumption rate, the date that the ecm was. The chevy equinox has a reputation for consuming excessively high oil.
One lawsuit claims the ecotec engine burns too much oil and causes low oil pressure, knocking, fouled spark plugs, damage to the timing chains and complete engine failure. These vehicles actually contain a. Last oil change was performed about 6k miles ago, and oil life was at 25%.
We usually change it around now, but have never been told it was down by more than half a quart. Learn about the common issues with chevrolet equinox models, including excessive oil consumption, engine power loss, and build quality problems. This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace oil cooler, oil cooler lines and oil tank if the engine was replaced where large. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both.
According to a class action complaint filed by two equinox suv owners, chevrolet equinox suvs burn through motor oil at an alarming pace, causing engine damage and other.