How to Install 2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox Rear Side Marker Lights

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The halogen exterior bulbs may be too dim in your 2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox, which can make vision difficult, especially in bad weather or severe driving conditions. Upgrading the old halogen bulbs on your  2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox with new aftermarket LED bulbs can add a great new look to your vehicle and improve visibility at night for a safer driving experience.

If you choose to upgrade your old halogen bulbs to new LED bulbs, it is best to confirm you have the correct replacement LED bulb by referring to the original bulb or 2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox direct owner’s manual.

We will show you how to install your new ALLA Lighting LED bulbs for your Rear Side Marker Lights application.

Bulb sizes for the 2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox Rear Side Marker Lights application is # 168

Tools Needed for Installation: 

  • T-15 Torx driver
  • Flathead screwdriver
  • Trim tool
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The following information is step by step instructions on how to install your new 2825 194 168 LED Bulbs replacements.

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Step #1

We’ll begin on the tail light assembly.

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Step #2

There are two caps covering the torque screws.

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Step #3

Use your flathead screwdriver to pop them out.

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Step #4

Remove the two screws.

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Step #5

Use your hands or a trim tool to remove the assembly front to back.

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Step #6

Here we highlight the clips holding it in.

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Step #7

Pull out the incandescent bulb.

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Step #8

Replace it with the LED and test it.

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Step #9

Line up the tabs on the socket with the slots in the housing.

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Step #10

Install the socket and turn it clockwise.

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Step #11

Line up the housing with the slots and push it into place back to front.

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Step #12

Replace the two screws and the caps.

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Step #13

Now repeat those steps for the other side.

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Step #14

Pop off the caps and remove the screws.

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Step #15

Pop free the assembly and remove it.

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Step #16

Pull out the incandescent bulb.

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Step #17

Replace it with the LED and test it.

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Step #18

Install the socket and turn it clockwise to lock it.

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Step #19

Line up the assembly and push it back in.

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Step #20

Replace the screws in the caps.

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These new LED side marker lights are much brighter than in the incandescent bulbs and the pure red color looks great.

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Check out our Step by Step installation video!

Congratulations! Your LED Rear Side Marker Signal Indicator Lights Bulbs installation is now complete in your 2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox. If you experienced any issues during your installation and unable to complete installation, please contact us for assistance. If the LED bulbs are experiencing hyper-flashing, flickering, an error code issues, then load resistors for this application will be required to be installed. These issues can occur due to the LEDs low current nature, which draws much less current than original stock halogen bulbs.

Please feel free to contact us at service@allalighting.com for assistance. Our team of highly trained representatives will be available to assist and provide the best solution. May also visit us at www.allalighting.com 

Looking for more LED upgrades for your 2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox. Check out the below bulb guide!  For your reference only. All information below is not 100% guaranteed accurate. Please confirm the original bulb part numbers by referring to the original bulb or the vehicle’s direct owner’s manual prior to purchase.

2018-2023 Chevrolet Equinox Vehicle Information

Front Exterior Lights

High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb. Stock #: 9012 (HIR2) or D3S.

Front Fog Light Bulb. Stock #: H8.

Front Turn Signal Light Bulb. Stock #: 7443

Front Sidemarker Light Bulb. Stock #: 194

Rear Exterior Lights

Tail Light Bulb. Stock #: 194

Brake Light Bulb. Stock #: 7440

Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb. Stock #: 7440

Parking Light Bulb. Stock #: 7440

Back Up Light Bulb. Stock #: 921

License Plate Light Bulb. Stock #: 2825 (W5W)

Interior Lights

Luggage Compartment Light Bulb. Stock #: 194

Dome Light Bulb. Stock #: 194

Map Light Bulb. Stock #: 194

Vanity Mirror Light Bulb. Stock #: 6614F

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