[rednox301]

Sounds like the 3.6 all day.
Something I found out about my 2016 2.4l AWD Equinox LS is there is no pcv valve. There is apparently a pressure release valve somewhere else.

If you are still trying to decide between a 2.4L or 3.6L V-6, read the thread started today by xTina "Excessive oil consumption 2012 Terrain"

 

[Deangmc]

If you are still trying to decide between a 2.4L or 3.6L V-6, read the thread started today by xTina "Excessive oil consumption 2012 Terrain"

I know about this issue but thankt

If you are still trying to decide between a 2.4L or 3.6L V-6, read the thread started today by xTina "Excessive oil consumption 2012 Terrain"

I know about this issue but thanks. I am going 2017 . Haven't heard as many bad things on 17 Terrains. Might now though. Lol

 

[rbarrios]

Thank your.
What were your water pump and vent actuator symptoms?

The water pump, I just happen to do one of my periodic inspections.
Looking at the side of the engine- where the serpentine belt is-- I saw a small trail of coolant. Not even enough to drop onto the floor.
The actuator- would occasionally make a clicking sound. In fact I heard it and ordered the part. Then the part in the car didnt make the noise for a long time.
I think almost 2 years. (its my wifes daily driver), I asked her- she said had not heard it.
Finally I drove it one day- and I heard the little click.
I replaced it.
I opened up the old actuator and it had a few broken teeth on the gear wheel.

 

[UnclebubbaSLE]

Kudos to the rest of the forum, 3.6 or walk. This is the type of vehicle where most people are actually concerned with mileage. This is why the 2.4 outsells (outsold) the V6 three to one. The 3.6 was too close in mileage to the 4 cyl for me to pass up. Knowing what I know now from various posts regarding 2.4 issues, performance, headaches I wouldn't touch it. You would be much happier in the long run with the power from the 3.6 V6, it's served me well!.

 

[Deangmc]

Thank you guys.

 

[Richard C]

Hey

Looking for a 2017 Terrain maybe. Have conflicting reports on which motor is better the 4 cylinder or the V6. Amy other info as well would be appreciated.

Thanks!

We have a 2013 Terrain with the V6 and couldn’t be happier. It’s quick and powerful and gets up steep inclines better than a 4cyl. Absolutely no problems with the engine or transmission since the date we bought it.

 

[awildforest]

2015 GMC Terrain 2.4l at 91k miles here. It's been very reliable but I do wish I had more power. I bought mine for the AWD (which does surprisingly well in the winter) and the expected better mpg, which isn't that great but I drive with a lead foot. Plus it was in my budget at the time.

Had issues with the transmission not wanting to shift when I first bought it but that seems to have worked itself out. I drive 85% highway which does seem to make a difference.

Maintenance Ive done so far (I did buy it used at 2 years old so some stuff is missing)-

-Transmission flush- under warranty
-Variable timing solenoid- under warranty
-Regular oil changes
-Tires at 66k miles
-2 rear wiper blades
-Front brakes and rotors
-2 or 3 sets of front wiper blades
-Coolant temperature sensor. Replaced myself
-Battery 3 days ago, it was OEM and roughly 7 years old! Replaced myself
-Rear differential fluid flush at around 60k miles
-4 cabin and 3 air filters. Replaced myself
-Sparks plugs I'll do myself here shortly since it's nearing 100k.

I feel like there should be more but can't think of anything else. I also upgraded my headlights to LED since the OEM ones suck.

 

[good2us]

On my 2013 3.6.
Im nearing 104,000.

Items I replaced because they failed.
2 batteries- changed myself
1 water pump- changed myself
1 vent actuator- changed myself
1 tailgate exterior switch- changed myself (thanks to wifes nails tearing the rubber shield)
1 PCV purge valve

We have a '17 Equinox Premier V6 AWD with 63K miles on it. It had original tires replaced about 4k miles ago and also have slightly warped front rotors that I plan on replacing when I have to do the front pads (soon). I may need a new battery soon due to inability to use radio for more than about 10 minutes with engine off without needing a jump start.
I also do as much of my own maintenance as possible. How hard was it to get to the water pump when you changed it?

 

[good2us]

If you want good MPG, get the 2.4L. For any other reason, get the 3.6L.

Hey

Looking for a 2017 Terrain maybe. Have conflicting reports on which motor is better the 4 cylinder or the V6. Amy other info as well would be appreciated.

Thanks!

63K miles on our '17 Equinox Premier V6 AWD, and no issues other than consumaables (air, oil, and cabin air filters; tires at 59K; slight warpage on front rotors - will replace with front pads soon). Ditto on the I4 for fuel economy - my experience with ours is that the V6 can be coaxed up to about 27 MPG max (23 combined) with judicious use of the accelerator pedal, but can much more easily get down into the mid-teens if routinely driven agressively. I'm not sure if the I4 can get below 23 MPG at all. I still think the V6 is the better choice overall because ours has been trouble-free and provides the option of real power on demand. That said, I haven't heard of many folks with nearly as many problems with the later I4 powered vehicles as with the earlier ones.

 

[Arick]

I've only had my 2015 Terrain since April but I've noticed that everybody here changes their cabin filter a lot any advice on that? I know where it's at I've just not checked it yet I don't want to get off topic sorry if I did I'll have real report soon. I just had my first oil change a couple of weeks ago at 108,300 and I would also like to say I really like this forum I learn new things everyday.

Be seeing you...

 

[RIT333]

First oil change at 108k miles ? Don't expect another 108k miles.

 

[HP11]

First oil change at 108k miles ? Don't expect another 108k miles.

I'm guessing he's not the original owner......

 

[RIT333]

Yep, my bad.

 

[RIT333]

Yep, my bad.

 

[repairman54]

I've only had my 2015 Terrain since April but I've noticed that everybody here changes their cabin filter a lot any advice on that? I know where it's at I've just not checked it yet I don't want to get off topic sorry if I did I'll have real report soon. I just had my first oil change a couple of weeks ago at 108,300 and I would also like to say I really like this forum I learn new things everyday.

Be seeing you...

I change all my cabin filters yearly. Usually after the spring pollen season dies down. I want the A/C to perform at it's best in the summer.
Cabin filter is the most neglected filter, when you pull out yours you'll see how bad it is unless prev. owner did proper maint. .

 

[rcehky]

2.4 seems to have a problem with condensation and poor flow that can freeze and blow the rear seal, it appears to have been happening since 2010, it happened to my 2015. the Bulletin 14882 was posted the year mine was built. Seems this problem remains a problem.

 

[buckbull]

I have 80,000 on my 2017 2.4 terrain. Zero issues so far. Its actually been perfect. The 2017 is the last year of the first gen, and alot of kinks are worked out by the time a vehicle comes closed to end of life. I change oil and filter every 5000 with full synthetic and automatic trans fluid every 30000 so timely routine maintenance has been completed. I have new rotors and pads, just need the weather to warm up a bit so I can get them changed.

 

[Jakebite]

My 2017 Equinox 4cyl awd has about 80,000 and she's still in great shape. I offroad and overland nearly every weekend since I got her. They did work out most of the kinks with the Equinox by 2017. I absolutely love mine, and I'm not horsepower obsessed. I enjoy keeping my gas bill low and still being able to go anywhere I want.

 

[Jakebite]

I have 80,000 on my 2017 2.4 terrain. Zero issues so far. Its actually been perfect. The 2017 is the last year of the first gen, and alot of kinks are worked out by the time a vehicle comes closed to end of life. I change oil and filter every 5000 with full synthetic and automatic trans fluid every 30000 so timely routine maintenance has been completed. I have new rotors and pads, just need the weather to warm up a bit so I can get them changed.

Nice! Yeah, I have the same mileage on my 2017 Equinox AWD 4cyl. Best part is this gas crisis has barely affected me.lol If you drive these things gently, they literally sip and can run off of fumes.

 

[ricklack]

I had a 2013 V6 and it purred like a kitten when I traded it in @347,000km (@215,000 miles). I did a lot of highway driving and the gas mileage was way better than I had expected. If I could have kept my foot out of it I could have gotten close to 30mpg I bet. It wasn't unusual to get 25 to 27 mpg on a trip.

I do miss that V6 ..... only reason I have a 4 cyl is because that's all they put in them these days.