Spectra 4401-1221 Intercooler

Spectra 4401-1221 Intercooler Overview

The Spectra 4401-1221 intercooler is built for turbocharged cooling performance with a tube-and-fin aluminum core that helps reduce pressure drop and improve heat dissipation. It is a direct-fit style replacement for select Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain applications, with male inlet and outlet connections sized for 61 mm plumbing.

• Aluminum core with tube-and-fin construction
• Silver finish with plastic inlet tank material
• Core dimensions: 693 mm height, 119 mm length, 80 mm thickness
• Single-row core design for efficient charge-air cooling
• 1 inlet and 1 outlet, both 61 mm / 2.375 in male fittings
• Components included: intercooler
• Part number: 4401-1221

Fitment Details

Compatible with 2018-2026 Chevrolet Equinox and 2018-2026 GMC Terrain. This application coverage makes the Spectra 4401-1221 a practical choice when replacing a worn or damaged intercooler on these turbocharged crossover platforms. The part number 4401-1221 is also useful when cross-checking catalog listings for the same application.

This part cross-references Dayco 72077 for the same application.

What This Intercooler Helps Address

• Reduced boost-air cooling efficiency from a damaged or restricted intercooler
• Pressure loss in the charge-air path
• Heat buildup in turbocharged intake air
• Cracked or leaking intercooler end tanks or core sections
• Loss of consistent engine performance under load

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify inlet and outlet size, mounting points, and hose routing before installation. Inspect charge pipes, clamps, and seals for wear so the replacement intercooler can perform as intended. Confirm vehicle year, make, and model against the 2018-2026 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain fitment listing before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Spectra Premium intercoolers are engineered to manage charge-air temperature by improving heat dissipation while limiting pressure drop across the core. The aluminum tube-and-fin design and OE-style fitment focus on dependable replacement performance for the listed applications.