2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L turbo

Engine air filter

Good first job: 2 tools, no lifting, about 20 min

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Lid bolts4, snug only

Breather hoseLeave it on

Filter boxPassenger side

AfterReset filter life

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Engine air filter (2018–2020)ACDelco A3226C (GM 23279657)Only for 2018–2020. Engine filter, not the cabin filter.
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Engine air filter (2021–2024)ACDelco A3240C (GM 84390002)For 2021–2024. 2022–23 owners: confirm Amazon's fit check.
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Small socket set with ratchetBolts thread into plastic: snug only, don't overtighten.
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Every step in this video (11)

Engine off, hood up. The filter box is on the passenger side, right behind the headlight.
The airflow sensor and the intake duct connect to the lid. The duct runs down to the turbo.
Step 1: unplug the sensor. Pull the plug, not the wire.
Step 2: loosen the duct clamp at the box only, and slide the duct off the lid. Leave the small breather hose alone. Once it's off, it has to be replaced.
Step 3: take out the four lid bolts.
Step 4: lift off the lid, then the old filter. Note which way it sat.
Step 5: wipe out any leaves and dirt.
Step 6: set the new filter in the same way, tab in its notch, rubber edge flat all around.
Step 7: set the lid on and start the bolts by hand. Snug only. They thread into plastic.
Step 8: push the duct fully on, tighten the clamp, and plug the sensor in until it clicks.
Last check: lid flat, duct on straight, clamp tight, sensor plugged in. If your dash shows air filter life, reset it.

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