2012–2017 2nd generation
2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter
Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter ACDelco CF185 (GM 13508023). Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.
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The 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox cabin air filter is ACDelco CF185 (GM 13508023) (behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute diy).
Cabin air filter
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | ACDelco CF185 (GM 13508023) |
| Location | Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 22,500 mi (sooner in dusty conditions) |
Engine air filter, 2.4L 4-cylinder (LEA Ecotec, direct injection)
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | ACDelco A3238C (GM 23335811) |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10465 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only, 2-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 45,000 mi (sooner on dusty roads) |
Engine air filter, 3.0L V6 (LFW, FlexFuel)
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | ACDelco A3238C (GM 23335811) |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10465 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only |
| Replace every | Every 45,000 mi |
Engine air filter, 3.6L V6 (LFX)
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | ACDelco A3238C (GM 23335811) |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10465 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only |
| Replace every | Every 45,000 mi |
Which Chevrolet Equinox model years does this cover?
These air filters specifications apply to every Chevrolet Equinox built from 2012 through 2017 — the 2nd generation, compact/mid-size crossover suv (theta platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox
- 2012Last year for the 3.0L LFW V6 option
- 20133.6L LFX V6 (301 hp) replaces the 3.0L; MyLink touchscreen infotainment added
- 2016Facelift begins: new projector-beam headlights across the lineup with LED running lamps on LT/LTZ; Teen Driver mode and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot added GM-wide this model year
- 2016–2017Facelift: new front/rear fascias, grille and wheels; mechanical specs (oil, filters, wipers, bulbs) carry over unchanged
- 2017Final year of the 2nd generation: carries over with minimal changes after 2016's refresh; LTZ trim renamed Premier, new Midnight Edition and Sport appearance packages added
2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox air filters: common questions
What cabin air filter does a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox take?
- ACDelco CF185 (GM 13508023).
Where is the cabin air filter on a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.
How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Every 22,500 mi (sooner in dusty conditions). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.
What engine air filter does a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox take?
- ACDelco A3238C (GM 23335811), or Fram CA10465, replaced every 45,000 mi (sooner on dusty roads).
Sources
- AMSOIL product lookup, 2013 Equinox 2.4L LEA (oil viscosity/capacity/torque)
- AMSOIL product lookup, 2015 Equinox 3.6L LFX (6 qt, 5W-30)
- NHTSA TSB library, GM Special Coverage N192291100, excessive oil consumption
- ClassAction.org, Equinox/Terrain oil-consumption settlement details (SCA 15285)
- NHTSA recall 16V-582, 2013 Equinox windshield wiper motor
- NHTSA recall report 22V-165, 2014–2015 Equinox/Terrain wiper module
- TirePressure.org, 2013 Equinox placard tire sizes and pressures
- fueleconomy.gov, 2014 Equinox EPA ratings
- FinditParts, ACDelco PF457G cross-reference (Wix 57082, Baldwin P7442)
- TerrainForum, GM bulletin on ACDelco PF63E filter for high-feature V6
- Turan-Foley Chevrolet, Equinox lug nut torque (140 lb-ft) by year