2018–2024 3rd generation
How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator on a 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox
Reset the oil life or maintenance reminder on the 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox in 5 steps, using only the controls already in the car. No scan tool needed.
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Reset procedure, 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox
High confidence- Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off (press START without touching the brake pedal)
- Use the arrow/thumbwheel controls on the right steering-wheel spoke to scroll the Driver Information Center to the Info page showing OIL LIFE %
- Press and hold the checkmark (OK) button until the value resets to 100%
- Alternative: with ignition ON and engine off, slowly press the accelerator to the floor and release 3 times within 5 seconds
- Turn the ignition off, then restart and confirm the reminder is cleared
Same two methods work on all trims. Reset only after an actual oil change, the Oil Life Monitor is the service interval on this generation.
Which Chevrolet Equinox model years does this cover?
These oil life reset specifications apply to every Chevrolet Equinox built from 2018 through 2024 — the 3rd generation, compact crossover suv (d2xx 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 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox
- 2018Generation launch on the D2XX platform, ~400 lb lighter than before; bolt pattern changes to 5x115; all engines turbocharged with auto stop/start
- 2019Final year for the 1.6L diesel
- 2020Final year for the 2.0T and its 9-speed automatic
- 20211.5T becomes the only engine; stop/start deactivation button added mid-cycle
- 2022–2024Facelift: new fascias, standard LED headlamps, RS trim added, refreshed interior; L trim dropped. Mechanical specs carry over
- 202311.3-in Google built-in touchscreen (native Google Maps/Assistant/Play Store, not just phone projection) becomes standard on LT and above, replacing the previous infotainment system
- 2024Final model year of this generation before the redesigned 2025 Equinox; carryover trim lineup and powertrain from 2023
2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox oil life reset: common questions
How do you reset the oil life on a 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
- 5 steps, using only the controls in the car, the full sequence is above.
Do you need a scan tool to reset the oil light on a 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
- No. The procedure above uses the vehicle's own controls. A scan tool is only necessary if the reset does not take, which usually points at a different fault.
Why won't the oil light reset on a 2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Almost always a timing problem in the sequence, a step held too briefly, or the ignition in the wrong position. Repeat it exactly, with the engine off and the key in accessory rather than run, unless the steps say otherwise. Same two methods work on all trims. Reset only after an actual oil change, the Oil Life Monitor is the service interval on this generation.
Sources
- Volume Chevrolet, Equinox oil viscosity/capacity table by year (FWD vs AWD)
- AMSOIL product lookup, 2019 Equinox 2.0L LTG (5 qt, drain plug torque)
- AMSOIL product lookup, 2018 Equinox 1.6L LH7 diesel (5.3 qt, 5W-30)
- GM Parts, 55594651 (ACDelco PF2257G) diesel oil filter, HENGST cap
- GM Parts Outlet, 2019 Equinox cabin air filter GM 13508023 (CF185)
- PartsGeek, ACDelco A3240C engine air filter, 2018+ Equinox
- TirePressure.org, 2019 Equinox placard tire sizes and pressures
- fueleconomy.gov, 2019 Equinox EPA ratings (gas and diesel)
- ClassAction.org, oil-consumption litigation covering later Equinox/Terrain models
- TerrainForum, 2018+ front brake sizes (300mm vs 321mm, RPO J17)
- Go-Parts, GM "Shift to Park" defect guide (Equinox et al.)
- AutoZone, ACDelco 41-156 spark plug listing, 2019 Equinox