Chevy Malibu Forum: Chevrolet Malibu Forums http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/ Chevy Malibu Forum: Join our Chevrolet Malibu Forums for free today to discuss Chevrolet Malibu and view Chevy Malibu photos and Videos en Wed, 22 May 2013 14:51:40 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/images/ChevyMalibuForum/misc/rss.jpg Chevy Malibu Forum: Chevrolet Malibu Forums http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/ <![CDATA[Question on HID's]]> http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15642&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 11:05:24 GMT I'm thinking of installing 8000K HID's on my 2011 Malibu 3.6 V6 LTZ...I would like to know the factory fitted OEM bulb type and wattage for the headlight low and high beams and the foggies???:p ]]> General Discussion (Generation 7) Shakshuka http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15642 86 Mustang http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15634&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 10:35:27 GMT First off I know its a ford:( but hey its just a play toy.Spent the last 2 weeks doing the body work and the prep work on her and yesterday spent the... First off I know its a ford:( but hey its just a play toy.Spent the last 2 weeks doing the body work and the prep work on her and yesterday spent the better part of the day and 6 rolls of tape getting ready to paint the trim color on her.Car was painted about 7 years ago but I wasn't happy with the way it looked and I missed a few things the last time and the real biggie is I backed a trailer into the quarter panel when moving 6 years ago(wife seen what I did and just looked at me and smiled and said "better you then me".
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]]> Other Rides SeaRay245se http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15634 Parking Brake pedal snaps http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15626&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 09:38:05 GMT Hello :)I'm from jeddah Saudi Arabia and I'm new to the malibu forum...I have a 2011 Malibu 3.6 V6 LTZ...11,500 mile driven and my foot pedal parking brake has suddenly snapped when I was drifting and making a turn last Thursday.. I would like to know if it covered under my 5 year unlimited miles dealership warranty so I can get it repaired as I am unable to apply the parking brake... ]]> Problems/Service Issues/Troubleshooting (Generation 7) Shakshuka http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15626 Just noticed this on my window sticker http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15618&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 07:11:57 GMT Should I have concerns? Please note "reissue"?
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]]> General Discussion (Generation 8) chevyorange http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15618 oil change http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15610&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 04:39:32 GMT O.k. people, if the cars computer says oil is 60% but the oil has 5,000 miles on it should I change it or wait till computer says oil needs a change?... O.k. people, if the cars computer says oil is 60% but the oil has 5,000 miles on it should I change it or wait till computer says oil needs a change?
I use syn.oil
Thanks ]]> New Member Introduction Rickybobby http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15610 Got my car back. But..... http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15602&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 04:39:24 GMT So I got my car back. Runs perfect good power no hesitation or anything. The only thing that has me worried is that it idles at 500 RPM and has a... So I got my car back. Runs perfect good power no hesitation or anything. The only thing that has me worried is that it idles at 500 RPM and has a rough idle. Once I give it a little gas and get it up to 750 - 1K rpm, it has a really smooth idle. I still have the codes P0018 and P0019 can not figure out what is causing the issue.

Also,
The remote start isn't working. The lights blink and the car makes a hissing noise, but the engine doesn't turn over. Any assistance with that? ]]> Problems/Service Issues/Troubleshooting (Generation 7) Manny_V6 http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15602 Replaced cam sensor still no start http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15594&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 02:35:04 GMT I have a 97 malibu, v6 3.1 L engine. Long story! Car was idling rough at stop light. After about a week, noticed engine ticking a little. Checked... I have a 97 malibu, v6 3.1 L engine. Long story! Car was idling rough at stop light. After about a week, noticed engine ticking a little. Checked oil, a little low, added 2 quarts. Ticking did not go away.
Check engine light came on, p0341, cam sensor. Couple of weeks later, heading to get cam sesnsor at parts store, engine starts knocking really bad and dies.
Replaced cam sensor, hoping would solve problem. No luck.
Do i need to replace the crank sensor too?
Any other ideas? My grandpa is the one doing work on my car. Any help is appreciated.

Edit: after we replaced cam sensor, it did start, stayed cranked for about 15 seconds, sounded awful and died. ]]> bcarter2006 http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15594 New to the Chevy Family http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15586&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 00:08:19 GMT Hi - I bought a 2008 Malibu LT w/ 2LT, pretty much fully loaded (leather seats, remote start, sunroof, V6, etc.) back in June of 2012. It is... Hi - I bought a 2008 Malibu LT w/ 2LT, pretty much fully loaded (leather seats, remote start, sunroof, V6, etc.) back in June of 2012. It is definitely an upgrade from my previous vehicle which was a 2005 Nissan Sentra Special Edition. I was having engine problems and the engine was on it's death bed, so it was time for me to move on.

This Malibu is my first American car, and so far it's been great. Had it for almost a year, and no major issues, although an issue with my 3rd brake light is what brought me to the forums. Other than that I really have no complaints with this beauty, turns heads and I get a lot of compliments.

Another good thing is I have a lifetime warranty on it that was included with the purchase from the dealership I bought it from. The warranty is for the engine, power train and drive system. Very much needed added perk. ]]> New Member Introduction YearOne http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15586 Rear Brake Light http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15578&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 00:01:55 GMT I recently started having an issue that I am at a loss on what to do. I bought a 2008 Malibu last June and recently I went to take it to get... I recently started having an issue that I am at a loss on what to do. I bought a 2008 Malibu last June and recently I went to take it to get inspected. It ended up getting rejected as the 3rd brake light was out.

As he (inspector) was backing out the bay, the 3rd brake light was working, but as soon as he pulled forward to park, it was out. So it was pretty much intermittently working, and I have no idea how long it has been going on.

I take it to the dealership and they say they cannot find anything wrong (brake light was working) and went ahead and reinspected my vehicle and passed it. And of course the issue has not went away. I reseated the fuse for the 3rd brake light, with no resolution.

I did a little research and it seem others have had similar issues, but the ones I have read about are the cruise control disengaging and all 3 brake lights coming on while driving, which are issues I DO NOT have. The other two brake lights work, along with reverse lights and turn signals. It's just the 3rd brake light wants to work when it feels like it.

Is there something else I can check, or something I can tell the dealership to check to get this resolved. I don't want the time it wants to not work to be in front of a police officer. ]]> Problems/Service Issues/Troubleshooting (Generation 7) YearOne http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15578 Replacing the rear catalytic converter http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15570&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 21:52:31 GMT Hello all...

I'm new to this forum but am really looking for some help. I bought a new rear catalytic converter for my 2005 Chevy Malibu Maxx LS 3.5L V6 (registered and driven in California). I got my car up on ramps and was trying to get the old converter out but it keeps getting stuck on my sway bar. Is there any advice on getting the old one out so I can get my new one in? I'd hate to have to pay someone just to install it.

Thanks in advance for any help you can offer!

Melissa ]]> melissa707 http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15570 <![CDATA[Looking for part #'s for steel fuel line on '99 2.4L]]> http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15562&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 20:46:49 GMT So the malibu decided to spring a leak a week or two ago and start leaking gas from the feed line. Interestingly enough it's the same spot where the wife had a brake line fail a couple years ago where there is a curve by the driver rear tire.

Instead of just cutting out a section of line and replacing it with hose and clamps I was going to replace the metal lines with new metal lines. A guy at the local Chevy dealer was able to find the parts and quote me a price( $87.67 feed and $79.15 return lines) however he refused to give me the part #'s.

I was trying to find a source for these online to see if it was any cheaper but without the part #'s I haven't had much luck. I believe that part #606576 on
http://www.gmpartsgiant.com/Page_Pro...PartSortBy=Key

Is both parts along with some mounting hardware for about $100 but wanted a sanity check before I ordered it.

Thanks,

Peter ]]> peterdemski http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15562 What Ohm Sub with Factory Deck? http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15554&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 19:41:10 GMT Well the title pretty much says it. Looking to get a single 10 or 12 with a modest amp for the trunk. Planning to do it through the rear speakers... Well the title pretty much says it. Looking to get a single 10 or 12 with a modest amp for the trunk. Planning to do it through the rear speakers which I know are 8 ohm. Which ohm would be best for the sub? ]]> Modifications (Generation 7) Turns31 http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15554 Oklahoma Tornado http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15546&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 10:20:36 GMT Just like to say if there anyone from Oklahoma in our forums my thoughts as I'm sure others are with you and wish you the best after last nights tragic tornado hit to Moore Oklahoma.I hope they find more alive as the search continues. ]]> Off-Topic Discussion SeaRay245se http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15546 Throttle hesitation http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15538&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 05:02:23 GMT I have a 2011 4 cyl LTZ with almost 30k miles. The throttle hesitation is killing me. I know it's part of drive by wire, but it is worse than other DBW cars that I've had. It's really noticeable with my current commute in stop and go stop signs. From the time that I roll off the stop signs, then lay into the throttle seems like an eternity so much that it confuses other drivers (like they think I'm allowing them to go before me). Is there any simple way to fix this? Not looking for a tune or anything like that. Dealer says its normal and no computer updates are available. I read a post that said to tap, release, and tap again. Seems too much just to get the car to move when I want it to. ]]> General Discussion (Generation 7) bamorris2 http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15538 Looking for some input from the gang on here http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15537&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 02:57:36 GMT Hi everyone, Last time I posted on here I owned a 2003 Malibu LS, but for the last two years I have been a proud owner of a 2008 Malibu LTZ,... Hi everyone,

Last time I posted on here I owned a 2003 Malibu LS, but for the last two years I have been a proud owner of a 2008 Malibu LTZ, currently with 73,000km. The car is having the normal Malibu problems, the back door lock actuators is one of them.

However, lately I have a new problem that I have been scratching my head over. I had a short on my amp (aftermarket sub and amp installed, still use stock deck and speakers), This short was caused because of the crap install done by the shop, the wires came off loose from the connectors and shorted.
I noticed that after this short I longer have access to the info section of my instrument panel cluster, only the KM and temperature is showing and it wont let me check anything else out. Also, the passenger door lock button is no longer working and my car does nothing in ACC mode, also, when I put the key in a strange buzzing noise comes from the deck (I believe its the CD player running for no reason). Any idea what specific fuses I should check, I had all three panels open and checked fuses that I suspected were blown but every fuse I checked was alright. I have a feeling this is a simple problem and that I am missing something here.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers guys ]]> Problems/Service Issues/Troubleshooting (Generation 7) CdnMalibu http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15537