How to service Chevy Equinox transmission fluid

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  • Опубліковано 6 сер 2017
  • This video shows how to easily check the transmission fluid level and/or service the automatic transmission in the 2007 model Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent.
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  • @elusivelines1
    @elusivelines1 6 років тому +82

    My arm is broke....I showed this video to my 14 yr old and he got er done in 30 minutes

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +4

      Thats great! I'm glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! Be sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.

    • @berniebittinger9154
      @berniebittinger9154 5 років тому +1

      Looking at an 08 equinox for my 17 yr old daughter. I’m a back yard mechanic, I could do this. My question is, what is you’re opinion of the equinox? 05 thru 09 body style? Anything to look out for?

    • @LanceSheppard
      @LanceSheppard 5 років тому +4

      @@berniebittinger9154 wheel hubs usually go bad on the rear about 120,000 miles. Will break the abs sensor. Its all integrated in hub assembly

    • @gsxrsquid
      @gsxrsquid 5 років тому +6

      run don;t walk to the toyota dealer. Aside from my wife's buick lesabre, the 2007 equinox is the biggest money pit of a car I have ever owned.

    • @conradkritzberger8980
      @conradkritzberger8980 4 роки тому +7

      Last winter, on a friend's '07 Equinox, I had to disassemble the whole friggin dash to find a dead "blend door" actuator/motor (the reason she had no heat.) She was smelling antifreeze, so I went a little deeper to replace the heater core (it had pinholes in it.) Most shops charge $1500-$2000 for that job. -- It was a royal pain to disassemble. "Engineers" are purposely making U.S. vehicles more difficult to do "maintenance/repair."
      I have an '89 Jeep Cherokee that I am keeping roadworthy for as long as possible (doing 99% of the work myself.) If I ever buy another vehicle it will be another "older" vehicle or a Toyota. Subarus are great until they break down: they are "pain"-to-work-on vehicles.
      -- You might check out YT-channel "Scotty Kilmer"s videos on Buy/Don't-Buy tips.

  • @jerryhunter7076
    @jerryhunter7076 3 роки тому +25

    My man, you made my day. I was at the End of the line for options and then came your video. Your instructions are clear, understandable and to the point. You're at the Top of the proverbable UA-cam Video Food Chain.
    You gave me the help that I needed to check and change the transmission fluid in my 2005 Chevy Equinox.
    Thank you Sir

  • @vinniestjohn9508
    @vinniestjohn9508 10 місяців тому +3

    From an old man with an old 2005 Equinox, I want to thank you very much for the video.

  • @dbsstudent9278
    @dbsstudent9278 6 років тому +46

    Thank you for the video. I am so sick of people making cars so complicated. NO WAY IN HELL should all this be needed to check or just top off transmission fluid.

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +3

      Thanks for watching! Unfortunately these complications are becoming more and more common with late model vehicles.

    • @0s4k26
      @0s4k26 5 років тому

      They are designed to not be checked for exposure to air brakes down these fluids extremely rapidly

    • @tubetime39
      @tubetime39 5 років тому

      @@0s4k26 WTHeck ?! When did this all start ? Use a better fluid ! The Manufacturer that is !

    • @tubetime39
      @tubetime39 5 років тому

      @@0s4k26 Or seal tube at the top !

    • @0s4k26
      @0s4k26 4 роки тому

      Justin Martone thirty years ago the trans fluid was modified water compared to the synthetic junk there is now. I know of several 06 noxes at the dealership where we got ours all but one already had dark brown fluid rolling off the carrier from the factory.

  • @dutyandhumanity
    @dutyandhumanity Рік тому +4

    Great when someone teaches with clear logic, that builds confidence.
    Thank you

  • @Geopublic
    @Geopublic 5 років тому +3

    Excellent instructional video. Well-paced, clear video with excellent audio and narration. Thank you sir. I now have the confidence to tackle this job.

  • @thumpers350
    @thumpers350 2 роки тому +3

    You're the only one just about...that actually show how to really do it. Bout dam time there's a real mechanic showing actually helpful shit on UA-cam. Keep up the great work man 👍👍👍

  • @juicynugget
    @juicynugget 5 років тому +9

    Excellent video! This is how all the diy videos should be done!

  • @hyselwatchandclockrepair1874
    @hyselwatchandclockrepair1874 3 роки тому +4

    Excellent detailed information! Thanks so very much. You have a great, no nonsense, approach that is complete and easy to follow.

  • @jimbos1567
    @jimbos1567 6 років тому +5

    Very well done. Your camera was steady, and the views were clear. Good advice, and easy to understand. I have subscribed. Thank you for the help. Chevy garage wants $175 to do it on a 2014 Equinox.

  • @jessesmith878
    @jessesmith878 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome video. I saw that yellow dipstick when I was changing my starter but had no idea that's what it was. I would have never found it. Thanks so much.

  • @thenomadicchef1844
    @thenomadicchef1844 6 років тому +8

    Tried this today. I followed your instructions step by step and it took me about 45 minutes. Thanks a lot!

  • @brianmcfadyen6948
    @brianmcfadyen6948 6 років тому +16

    Without this video I'd be still searching the engine, who in there right mind decided to put the dipstick there, great video

    • @johnnyrosado535
      @johnnyrosado535 4 роки тому +7

      a dipstick..

    • @kassyshipley7754
      @kassyshipley7754 3 роки тому +1

      The manufacturer hoping you’ll bring it back to there dealership to pay for them to service it to get more of your money smh

  • @lucasbalyeat8746
    @lucasbalyeat8746 5 років тому +4

    Thanks for the vid helped me out a bunch. And thanks for making a quality that is well lit as well. Much appreciated.

  • @randyturpin3756
    @randyturpin3756 5 років тому +3

    Wow Thanks for posting this Video! Doing this job became the bright spot in a really crappy day

  • @jimjimmyjam8242
    @jimjimmyjam8242 4 роки тому +7

    Thank you for the video. Very informative and no added nonsense. 200,000 miles and still running strong on our 2006 equinox.

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the feedback!

    • @bcprelude03
      @bcprelude03 3 роки тому

      Same here thank u I have a 2007 Chevy equinox

    • @vwm8534
      @vwm8534 2 роки тому

      @@Tomsfoolery. I asked a couple of questions but just trying to make sure you see them. First I want to thank you. My questions. You mentioned filling and then running g through the gears. Just wondering what that entails. Do I just start the vehicle and move the shifter through all the L1 and L2 to reverse? Also how much do you put in? I saw where it says initial fill 4.2 and total fill 8.2. Thanks

  • @dennisryeater9047
    @dennisryeater9047 6 років тому +5

    Thanks I've looked everywhere for the dipstick now I know thanks to your video have a good day

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +1

      I’m glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

  • @hectorgarcia8691
    @hectorgarcia8691 3 роки тому

    i did it, it took me two hours, my hourly time is 10 bucks so thats twenty bucks, VS the 400 bucks that they wanted at the dealership.
    bless your soul, thank you so much.

  • @gsxrsquid
    @gsxrsquid 5 років тому +3

    great video. I knew it was buried somewhere but not where. Removing the mount was as easy as you showed and the job was simple.

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  5 років тому +1

      I’m glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!

  • @wildchery8666
    @wildchery8666 6 років тому +6

    this is precisely what I was looking for!
    Thank you so much!

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +1

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @patrickrwhite8354
    @patrickrwhite8354 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks and love the honesty. It is a quality that has gone right to hell in most service centers today you end up with a huge bill and it was totally unnecessary. The difficulty is finding a Garage that hoists your car up so you can do the work yourself, with a trained mechanic should you run into a problem. They have these in Toronto but not in the rest of Canada.

  • @rcalzadilla
    @rcalzadilla 5 років тому +2

    Saved me a bunch of money!
    My '08 Equinox 3.4L 6 cyl., Auto Transmission Aisin AF33 5 speed requires JWS 3309 formulation, T-IV, Toyota T-IV is the cheapest at $6.20/qt., if you ask for that price. Very thankful that you made this video!

    • @tubetime39
      @tubetime39 5 років тому

      Yah, buy the cheapest. For sure.

  • @alexiswalton7388
    @alexiswalton7388 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for this!! What a pain this Equinox has been. Don't get me started on the blend door and heater core locations!! Lol!

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  3 роки тому

      Haha I hear ya! Thanks for watching!

  • @marcosortiz5106
    @marcosortiz5106 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for the video one thing I found it easier for me was to put the long bolt first when installing the bracket back not tightened it let it loose then put the other 3 and tighten them all

  • @TheLZempir3
    @TheLZempir3 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks buddy! Saves me from buying the service manual. Never would have figured it out on the jack stands.

  • @haltoupee6135
    @haltoupee6135 4 роки тому +3

    I had no clue until this video...Thank you for this valuable info!

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  4 роки тому

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @stmerchant
    @stmerchant 3 роки тому +2

    Just finished, thanks for the information. It was very helpful.

  • @ssullinger916
    @ssullinger916 5 років тому +3

    Awesome video! Spent an hour trying to locate dipstick, thank you. I small correction transmission pan drain plug on a 2006 pontiac torrent takes a 24 mm or a 15/16. 7/8 is to small.

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for the info and thanks for watching!

  • @galatians6770
    @galatians6770 3 роки тому +1

    Wow I have looked for hours and decided to get on utube and see if there was a video.. thank God for you. I have a 2013 and didn't know that they are all possibly difficult. Smh thanks so much 💪✌️👍

  • @edrod8788
    @edrod8788 3 роки тому

    Thanks for taking the time to do the video. Very informative.

  • @clark4797
    @clark4797 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much!! Who would have thought GM could make it so difficult to check one's transmission fluid? Anyway, the only slight criticism would be that you didn't speed up unscrewing one of the bolts... Meaning, you crammed a bunch of info into 5 minutes.
    So again, thank you!!
    C

  • @davidseanez8217
    @davidseanez8217 6 років тому +2

    Thank you I learned something new today!

  • @benjaminhinojosa3376
    @benjaminhinojosa3376 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you. You showed me exactly what I needed to see.

  • @gregtthomas
    @gregtthomas Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Convinced me that I need to take it to a professional for this job.

  • @ronaldscott781
    @ronaldscott781 4 роки тому +11

    On my ‘05 I found that it’s possible to do all of this with the vehicle still sitting on the ground. It’s a big pain, but it is “doable”.
    Thanks for the great video!

  • @martybernal8977
    @martybernal8977 2 роки тому

    I found the tranny dip but couldn’t figure out how to get to the damn thing out….thanks for clearing it up for me!! So great to be able to get help to do the job myself

  • @Amanda_The_American_Mom
    @Amanda_The_American_Mom 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the video. Our family vehicle needs transmission fluid and we could not find out where it was or how to get to it. Thank you very very much

  • @shellyrobinson8509
    @shellyrobinson8509 4 роки тому +2

    This was a great help, thank you.

  • @judas2526
    @judas2526 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks For The Help, you showed how to do it nice and easy no non-sense.

  • @DustinMuller-gv1mz
    @DustinMuller-gv1mz 5 місяців тому

    Still rocking this 2006 equinox. 100% helpful my man! Thank you!

  • @stevantammy6779
    @stevantammy6779 4 роки тому +1

    Very well explained. Thank you very much!

  • @tonych7596
    @tonych7596 5 років тому +4

    thank you sir for the video is a great help for me.

  • @williamkane7441
    @williamkane7441 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the competent explanation.

  • @philmceachern6446
    @philmceachern6446 4 місяці тому

    Best video I've seen and I've seen quite a few of these, great common sense detail, told me exactly what I needed to know , thanx Tom .

  • @medicknights
    @medicknights 6 років тому +1

    This was exactly what i needed to know. Thanks

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +1

      Glad i could help! Thanks for watching!

  • @jonathandoe6856
    @jonathandoe6856 4 роки тому +1

    great video! really helped me out.thanks much!!

  • @dacheenoman
    @dacheenoman 6 років тому +3

    thanks for the video! very helpful!

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +1

      I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

  • @BigEd8
    @BigEd8 2 роки тому

    Yes sir I have looked everywhere. Thank you very much for the video.

  • @jamesayers1770
    @jamesayers1770 4 роки тому

    U are a god sent I have been going nuts trying to find that dip stick thanks god for you DIY guys on UTUBE

  • @davidmatousek4483
    @davidmatousek4483 5 років тому +64

    Wtf? Id wish i could meet the engineers that thought this up

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  5 років тому +4

      I know right!

    • @MacedoinaChoirs
      @MacedoinaChoirs 5 років тому +12

      They deserved as ass kicking.

    • @Geopublic
      @Geopublic 4 роки тому +5

      Engineers vetoed this arrangement but we're overruled by purchasing, endorsed by accounting.

    • @lamarjackson1946
      @lamarjackson1946 4 роки тому +4

      Me too.this is one of the craziest things I've ever seen

    • @moondawg3693
      @moondawg3693 4 роки тому +3

      This is how they say Thanks for the BILLIONS
      We should have known when we bailed them out, bastards.
      Next time I want a kiss, at least I'll receive something for getting screwed !

  • @williamhollaway2198
    @williamhollaway2198 5 років тому +2

    Thank you ! Thank you! THANK YOU BROTHER!

  • @blindmellonjellin4936
    @blindmellonjellin4936 Рік тому +1

    Thanks buddy, you just saved me an enormous amount of time.

  • @Robert-VandenAkker
    @Robert-VandenAkker 6 років тому +1

    Thanks. Have a good day!

  • @TheWeasel606
    @TheWeasel606 Рік тому

    Very good video your instructions are the best ! Now if i could find a video on the 2022 Equinox it would be great .

  • @shannonkangas4068
    @shannonkangas4068 4 роки тому +2

    I can't believe someone who doesn't talk about the weather, their wife running off with their best friend, and everything that has absolutely nothing to do with vehicle repair and service. Thanks

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  4 роки тому +1

      I know the frustration of wanting to quickly get info on something but getting bogged down by useless rambling! I try to be to the point on my videos. Thanks!

  • @helderraposeiro9180
    @helderraposeiro9180 3 роки тому

    The best video ever, good job

  • @jasonkoslow4174
    @jasonkoslow4174 6 років тому +1

    Great video. Thanks for posting.

  • @ChrisJ85
    @ChrisJ85 2 роки тому

    Excellent video, and thank you!

  • @NorthCoastT
    @NorthCoastT 2 роки тому +2

    New subscriber here! Great video, thank you! So easy to follow your instructions.

  • @JJj-xratedgt
    @JJj-xratedgt 3 роки тому

    Best vid yet on this

  • @edgarheredia2690
    @edgarheredia2690 5 років тому +1

    thank you for the information

  • @jacquequintana8456
    @jacquequintana8456 4 роки тому

    Omg it looks so simple. Gonna go try it right now.

  • @jamesjohnson4132
    @jamesjohnson4132 Рік тому +1

    Thank you God bless you guys for sharing this 🙏

  • @joyslusher5402
    @joyslusher5402 5 років тому +1

    thank you I really learn something today

  • @triplemotor
    @triplemotor 3 роки тому +1

    Great information...Now all I need is a hoist to change my transmission fluid..

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  3 роки тому

      You don’t have to have one...but it helps!

  • @tsaffran
    @tsaffran 3 місяці тому

    pretty cool video, thank you

  • @bigbonetoneszone8406
    @bigbonetoneszone8406 5 років тому +3

    You literally just saved me 3000 dollars thank you brotha

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  5 років тому +4

      Hey no problem! That will be $2995 for the video...haha!

    • @bigbonetoneszone8406
      @bigbonetoneszone8406 5 років тому +2

      I got you a dollar lol

    • @tubetime39
      @tubetime39 5 років тому +2

      3000 ? Find a dif mechanic !!

  • @prairiehabitats
    @prairiehabitats 2 роки тому

    Thanx so much!! Really appreciate your video and instructions :))

  • @anthonyromano2334
    @anthonyromano2334 3 роки тому

    your way of explaining is SO right on... absolute joy to watch and repeat...thanks a million

  • @heavyc1467
    @heavyc1467 6 років тому +2

    Very helpful thank you

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  6 років тому +1

      I'm glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

  • @TXJordan1
    @TXJordan1 6 років тому +1

    Thanks man good video

  • @codym8774
    @codym8774 4 роки тому +1

    Thank God for this video 🙏🙌

  • @ismaelflyers3608
    @ismaelflyers3608 5 років тому +2

    Thank you ! 👍

  • @vend9767
    @vend9767 4 роки тому

    Thanks so much. Now I know I have to take it to a shop .

  • @tmc.318
    @tmc.318 4 роки тому +3

    Not sure why so many are complaining about doing this. This video shows that it is easy and it was. If you don't have a lift use ramps or jacks and stands. If you don't have that you really have no business working on vehicles. I love my Equinox after 7 years and 100K miles.

    • @kyleroberts3104
      @kyleroberts3104 4 роки тому

      Yes you can use ramps, just make sure it is level. Or you can straddle a ditch and crawl under it like I do.

  • @nibalalmohtar9123
    @nibalalmohtar9123 3 роки тому

    That's a great video it's very useful

  • @jobsmith1620
    @jobsmith1620 3 роки тому

    Your video was helpful

  • @kalimanvulcano8231
    @kalimanvulcano8231 5 років тому +2

    Thank you for video

  • @tracker9696
    @tracker9696 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for the info🇺🇸🤟

  • @kammhron
    @kammhron 3 роки тому

    Good video . Thanks.

  • @williamhollaway2198
    @williamhollaway2198 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you brother!!!

  • @CarolineMickle
    @CarolineMickle 6 років тому +2

    Nice video!! Interesting

  • @brandonaveryheart7660
    @brandonaveryheart7660 Рік тому

    Your amazing brudda 💯

  • @lewisellis7608
    @lewisellis7608 2 роки тому +2

    thank you i learned a lot

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  2 роки тому

      That’s good to hear! Thanks for watching!

  • @red2965
    @red2965 2 роки тому

    OMG.
    Thanks for the heads up

  • @wallypetrie7070
    @wallypetrie7070 2 роки тому

    awesome buddy thanks for sharing

  • @richardtorz2164
    @richardtorz2164 Рік тому

    I got my 2010 equinox a couple years ago and have searching high and low for how to check the trans fluid. The chilton manuals haven't been no help, none of those manuals. All they tell ya is what kind of fluid, not where the dipstick is located or how to get to it. the repair maunal is dead silent about anything involving the transmission checks, guess there is a reason for that, lol. Thank you, i know where it is and how to get to it, and to think i was just about to take it to a dealership to get it done. lol

  • @mikegibbs5149
    @mikegibbs5149 3 роки тому

    Wow good job buddy I agree they made it like that so you go to the dealership what a deal

  • @betomendoza4059
    @betomendoza4059 3 роки тому +1

    Great video.

  • @blancabriseno1823
    @blancabriseno1823 5 років тому

    This video has more details thanks

  • @ALEX2002NW
    @ALEX2002NW 4 роки тому

    Thank u sir best described

  • @justinvanburen8259
    @justinvanburen8259 4 роки тому

    Yes it did help, thank you

  • @barryjewell4511
    @barryjewell4511 4 місяці тому +1

    GOOD JOB!!

  • @bradcarnill3703
    @bradcarnill3703 2 роки тому +1

    Good job.

  • @alejandrorosales3677
    @alejandrorosales3677 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much

  • @larryleisuresuit9584
    @larryleisuresuit9584 4 роки тому +1

    dang man, I wish I new how many quarts it takes to fill that back up. and also, every transmission fluid I ever checked said check it when its running , hot. all the dang wires running to the starter in the way of easily pulling that dip stick from the top. I mean to check it when its hot and running idle.

  • @jaquelinehernandez7727
    @jaquelinehernandez7727 5 років тому +2

    Wow thanks so much

    • @Tomsfoolery.
      @Tomsfoolery.  5 років тому +1

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @georgesandino2750
    @georgesandino2750 3 роки тому

    Tankyou very much i was wonder how to check the trans fluid i look and look and i can't see it very helpful video save. Me alot money the i. Dont have

  • @demetriusjohnson3677
    @demetriusjohnson3677 4 роки тому +4

    Thank u! Thank U...It took me 4 hours to get to that bolt just to take the dipstick off.lol But now I know to jack it up and remove the bracket .Much easier and quicker.. what type of fluid u used and how many quarts u used?

  • @joshkessler2700
    @joshkessler2700 2 роки тому

    Thanks buddy.