Installation Procedure

2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
  1. GM6430964Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) - Install

  2. GM6430949Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Inlet Grille Panel (2) - Install

  3. Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Install [10x]
  4. GM6430947Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Windshield Washer Nozzle Hose (1) @ Windshield Washer Pump Hose - Connect

  5. GM6436657Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Install [2x]

  6. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Install [4x]
  7. Clean the wiper motor pivot shaft knurls with a soft wire brush before installing a new wiper arm.
  8. Position the wiper arm on the wiper motor pivot shaft.
  9. GM6430963Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Windshield Wiper Arm (3) - Install [2x]

  10. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  11. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications 
  12. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut Cap (1) - Install [2x]
  13. Align the windshield wiper arm. Windshield Wiper Arm Adjustment 
  14. GM6498855Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension (2) - Install

  15. Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer - Right Side (1) - Install [2x]
  16. GM6430948Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension - Left Side (1) - Install

  17. Close the hood.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.