2012–2017 2nd generation
2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox Wiper Blade Sizes
The 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox takes a 24-inch driver-side blade and a 17-inch passenger-side blade. The rear wiper is 13 inches. Includes connector type and whether a longer blade will fit.
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The 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox takes a 24" driver-side and 17" passenger-side wiper blade, plus a 13" rear blade.
2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox blade lengths and fitment
High confidence| Position | Length |
|---|---|
| Driver side | 24 in |
| Passenger side | 17 in |
| Rear | 13 in |
Hook-style front arms; sizes unchanged 2010–2017
Which Chevrolet Equinox model years does this cover?
These wiper blades 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 wiper blades: common questions
What size wiper blades does a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox take?
- 24 inches on the driver's side and 17 inches on the passenger's side, plus a 13-inch rear blade.
Can you fit a longer wiper blade on a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Going up one inch usually clears, but it is not free: an oversized driver's blade can overlap the passenger blade at the top of the sweep, or run off the edge of the glass and chatter. The factory sizes are chosen to sweep the maximum area without contact.
What wiper connector does a 2012–2017 Chevrolet Equinox use?
- Hook-style front arms; sizes unchanged 2010–2017. Blade packaging lists the connector type. Match it or the adapter will not latch.
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
