2015 Chevrolet Equinox Fuse Box Diagram & Amperage

Quick answer

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox features three main fuse box locations: under the hood in the engine compartment, inside the cabin on the passenger side kick panel, and in the rear cargo area.

Under-Hood Fuse Box

The under-hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment on the driver's side, near the battery. It contains fuses and relays for critical engine functions, lights, and other high-current components. Always disconnect the battery before working on this fuse box.

Relay Locations (Under-Hood):

• RL1: Fuel Pump Relay
• RL2: Starter Relay
• RL3: Cooling Fan Relay 1
• RL4: Cooling Fan Relay 2
• RL5: Horn Relay
• RL6: A/C Clutch Relay
• RL7: Headlight Low Beam Relay
• RL8: Headlight High Beam Relay

Passenger Side Kick Panel Fuse Box

This fuse box is located inside the cabin, on the passenger side, behind the kick panel. Pull back the carpet and remove the plastic panel to access it. This box typically houses fuses for interior accessories, radio, power windows, and other cabin electrical components.

Rear Cargo Area Fuse Box

The rear cargo area fuse box is typically located on the driver's side of the cargo area, behind a trim panel. This fuse box often contains fuses for the trailer wiring, rear accessories, and other components in the rear of the vehicle.

How to test a fuse

Testing a fuse is a straightforward process and a good first step when troubleshooting an electrical issue. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Safety First: Always turn off the ignition and disconnect the negative battery terminal before handling fuses. This prevents accidental short circuits.
2. Locate the Fuse Box: Refer to your owner's manual or the quick answer section above to find the correct fuse box for the circuit you are testing.
3. Identify the Suspect Fuse: Look at the fuse box diagram (usually located on the inside of the fuse box cover) to find the specific fuse protecting the component that is malfunctioning. The diagram should show the fuse number, amperage, and the circuit it protects.
4. Remove the Fuse: Use the plastic fuse puller tool (often found in the fuse box or tool kit) to carefully extract the suspect fuse. Avoid using pliers or other metal tools, as they can damage the fuse or cause a short.
5. Visually Inspect the Fuse: Hold the fuse up to a light and look at the wire inside. If the wire is broken or melted, the fuse is blown and needs to be replaced.
6. Test with a Multimeter (For verification or if visual inspection is unclear):
   • Set your multimeter to the continuity or ohms setting.
   • Touch one probe of the multimeter to each metal terminal on top of the fuse.
   • If the fuse is good, the multimeter will show a reading close to zero ohms or beep (for continuity). If the fuse is blown, the multimeter will show an