The Chevrolet Equinox (2005-2009) is a midsize SUV known for its spacious interior and practicality. Its electrical system is protected and controlled by a network of fuses and relays, which ensure proper functioning of various components.

The fuse box in the Chevrolet Equinox is located in two main areas: under the hood in the engine compartment and inside the cabin, often beneath the dashboard on the passenger side. The engine compartment fuse box manages high-power components such as the engine, cooling fans, and ABS system, while the interior fuse box handles lower-power circuits like the radio, power windows, and interior lights. Each fuse is designed to prevent electrical overloads by breaking the circuit if an issue arises, protecting the associated system.

Relays in the Equinox are essential for controlling high-current components, such as the starter motor, fuel pump, and air conditioning system. These relays act as switches, allowing low-current circuits to control high-power devices efficiently and safely. Regular inspection and replacement of faulty fuses and relays are important to maintain the vehicle’s electrical integrity, ensuring reliable operation of its systems and avoiding potential malfunctions.​

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(2005-2009) Chevrolet Equinox fuse box and relay with Diagram

WARNING

  • Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amperage rating.
  • A fuse with a too-high amperage could damage the electrical part and cause a fire.
  • On no account should fuses be repaired (e.g. patched up with tin foil or wire) as this may cause serious damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or cause a fire.
  • If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep replacing it. Instead, have the cause for the repeated short circuit or overload tracked and fixed.
  • Terminal and harness assignments for individual connectors will vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model, and market.

Chevrolet Equinox 2005-2009 fuse assignment

  • Cigar lighter / power outlet fuses in the Chevrolet Equinox are located in the Engine compartment fuse box. 2005-2006 – see fuses “CIGAR” (Cigarette Lighter), “AUX OUTLETS / AUX1 OUTLET” (Accessory Power Outlets) and “AUX 2/CARGO” (Accessory Power Outlet 2, Cargo Outlet)). 2007-2009 – see fuse №3 (Auxiliary Power).

Year of production: from 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009

Fuse box location

Passenger compartment

The location of the fuses in the passenger compartment: Chevrolet Equinox (2005-2009)
The location of the fuses in the passenger compartment: Chevrolet Equinox (2005-2009)

The fuse box is located under the dashboard on the passenger’s side of the center console, behind the cover.

Engine compartment

The location of the fuses in the engine compartment: Chevrolet Equinox (2005-2006)
The location of the fuses in the engine compartment: Chevrolet Equinox (2005-2006)

2005-2006

The location of the fuses in the engine compartment: Chevrolet Equinox (2007-2009)
The location of the fuses in the engine compartment: Chevrolet Equinox (2007-2009)

2007-2009

Fuse box diagrams

2005, 2006

Passenger compartment
Interior fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2005, 2006)
Interior fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2005, 2006)

Assignment of the fuses and relays in the Passenger compartment (2005, 2006)

NameDescription
LOCK/MIRRORDoor Lock, Power Mirror
CRUISECruise Control System
EPSElectric Power Steering
IGN 12005: Ignition System
2006: Switches, Instrument Panel Cluster
PRNDL/ PWR TRNPRNDL/Powertrain
BCM (IGN)Body Control Module
AIRBAGAirbag System
BCM/ISRVM2005: Inside Rearview Mirror
2006: Body Control Module, Inside Rearview Mirror
TURNTurn Signals
HTD SEATSHeated Seats
BCM/HVACBody Control Module, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
HZRDHazard Warning Flashers
RADIORadio
PARKParking Lamps
BCM/CLSTR2005: Instrument Panel Cluster
2006: Body Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster
INT LTS/ ONSTARInterior Lights/OnStar
DR LCKDoor Locks
Relays
PARK LAMPParking Lamps Relay
HVAC BLOWERHeating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Blower Motor
DR LCKDoor Locks Relay
PASS DR UNLOCKPassenger Door Unlock Relay
DRV DR UNLCKDriver Door Unlock Relay
HEAD LAMPHeadlamps
Engine compartment
Under-hood fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2005)
Under-hood fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2005)

2005

Under-hood fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2006)
Under-hood fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2006)

2006

Assignment of the fuses and relays in the Engine compartment (2005, 2006)

NameDescription
HTD SEATSHeated Seats
HVAC BLOWERHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Blower Control
PREM AUDPremium Audio System, Amplifier
ABS PWRAnti-lock Brake System
RR WIPERRear Window Wiper
FRT WIPERFront Window Wiper
SUNROOFSunroof
ETCElectronic Throttle Control
PWR WDWPower Windows
A/C CLUTCHAir Conditioning Clutch
EMISSEmissions
ENG IGNEngine Ignition
CIGARCigarette Lighter
LH HDLPLeft Headlamp
COOL FAN HICooling Fan High
ECM/TCM2005: Body Control Module
2006: Engine Control Module, Transaxle Control Module
AUX OUTLETS /
AUX1 OUTLET
Accessory Power Outlets
FUSE PULLERFuse Puller
INJFuel Injectors
PWR TRAINPowertrain
FUEL PUMPFuel Pump
A/C DIODEAir Conditioning Diode
TRAILER2006: Trailer Lighting
AUX 2/CARGO2005: Accessory Power Outlet 2, Cargo Outlet
BRAKEBrake System
RH HDLPRight Headlamp
HORNHorn
BACKUPBack-up Lamps
BATT FEEDBattery
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
COOL FAN LOCooling Fan Low
RR DEFOGRear Window Defogger
START2005: Ignition
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
FOG LPFog Lamps
IGNIgnition Switch
CB POWER SEATSPower Seats (Circuit Breaker)
Relays
ENG MAINEngine Relay
RR WIPERRear Window Wiper Relay
FRT WIPERFront Window Wiper Relay
PWR WDWPower Windows Relay
COOL FAN HICooling Fan High Relay
WIPER SYSTEMWiper System Relay
HORNHorn Relay
DRLDaytime Running Lamps Relay
FUEL PUMPFuel Pump Relay
STARTER RELAYStarter Relay
REAR DEFOGRear Window Defogger Relay
FOG LPFog Lamp Relay
COOL FAN LOCooling Fan Low Relay
A/C CLUTCHAir Conditioning Clutch Relay

2007, 2008 and 2009

Passenger compartment
Interior fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2007, 2008, 2009)
Interior fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2007, 2008, 2009)

Assignment of the fuses and relays in the Passenger compartment (2007-2009)

Description
12007-2008: Sunroof
2009: Sunroof, Inside Rear View Mirror, Compass
2Rear Seat Entertainment
3Rear Wiper
4Liftgate
5Airbags
6Heated Seats
7Driver’s Side Turn Signal
8Door Locks
9Automatic Occupant Sensing Module
10Power Mirrors
11Passenger’s Side Turn Signal
12Amplifier
13Steering Wheel Illumination
14Infotainment
15Climate Control System, Remote Function Actuator
16Canister Vent
17Radio
18Cluster
19Ignition Switch
20Body Control Module
212007-2008: OnStar
2009: Communications Integration Module
22Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Dimmer
23Interior Lights
SPARESpare fuses
PWR WNDWPower Windows (Circuit Breaker)
PWR SEATSPower Seats (Circuit Breaker)
EMPTYEmpty (Circuit Breaker)
PLRFuse Puller
Relays
RAP RLYRetained Accessory Power Relay
REAR DEFOG RLYRear Defogger Relay
Engine compartment
Under-hood fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2007, 2008, 2009)
Under-hood fuse box diagram: Chevrolet Equinox (2007, 2008, 2009)

Assignment of the fuses and relays in the engine compartment (2007-2009)

Description
1Cooling Fan 2
2Cooling Fan 1
3Auxiliary Power
42007: Not Used
2008-2009: Rear HVAC
5Spare
62007-2008: Spare
2009: Sun Roof
7Anti-lock Brake System
8Air Conditioning Clutch
9Driver’s Side Low-Beam
10Daytime Running Lamp 2
11Passenger’s Side High-Beam
12Passenger’s Side Park Lamp
13Horn
14Driver’s Side Park Lamp
15Starter
16Electronic Throttle Control, Engine Control Module
17Emission Device 1
18Even Coils, Injectors
19Odd Coils, Injectors
20Emission Device 2
21Spare
22Powertrain Control Module, Ignition
23Transmission
24Mass Airflow Sensor
25Airbag Display
26Spare
27Stoplamp
28Passenger’s Side Low-Beam
29Driver’s Side High-Beam
30Battery Main 3
32Spare
33Engine Control Module, Battery
34Transmission Control Module, Battery
35Trailer Park Lamp
36Front Wiper
37Driver’s Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal
38Spare
39Fuel Pump
40Not Used
41All-Wheel Drive
42Regulated Voltage Control
43Passenger’s Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal
44Spare
45Front, Rear Washer
48Rear Defogger
49Anti-lock Brake System Motor
50Battery Main 2
52Daytime Running Lamps
53Fog Lamps
54Climate Control System Blower
57Battery Main 1
63Megafuse / Electric Power Steering
Relays
31Ignition Main
46Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch
47Powertrain
51Spare
55Crank
56Fan 1
58Passenger’s Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal
59Driver’s Side Trailer Stoplamp, Turn Signal
60Fan 3
61Fan 2
62Fuel Pump

Conclusion

For owners and enthusiasts of classic Chevrolet Equinox 2005-2009, understanding the fuse box and relay systems is essential for vehicle maintenance. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helped ensure the vehicle’s longevity and reliability, preserving its status as a symbol of Chevrolet’s craftsmanship and innovation in the automotive industry during that era.

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