Chevrolet Malibu Owners: Problems & Solutions

greg wrote:

Ihave a 2006 malibu 32000 miles,the steering has a clunk noise as you turn the wheel.Also there is a pesky rattle noise that sounds as though it coming from the window.Has anyone noticed either of these issues.

No I haven't noticed either issue but that's because I haven't been in your car.

Bryan wrote:

I have a 1998 Malibu V6. The problem is I am not getting fire. The car has gas, the timing belt has been changed and the feul pump. The car will turn over but not start.

If your car doesn't start sitting upright, turning it over isn't going to make a difference. Pour some gas in the trunk and then toss in a lit match. You will have fire.

2004 Chevy Malibu Maxx, the vacuum line that runs left to right behind the engine then hooks in to the right side of the engine is broken, what does this vacuum do, how serious of a problem is it?

Paul wrote:

I have a 99 malibu with intermittent accleration problem

Anytime you encounter intermittent acceleration, pull over at the earliest opportunity, stop, place transmission in "park", turn off the vehicle, remove key, roll up all windows, exit the vehicle (along with any passengers), and lock the doors. This procedure is guaranteed to eliminate the intermittent acceleration problem.

zak wrote:

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Anytime you encounter intermittent acceleration, pull over at the earliest opportunity, stop, place transmission in "park", turn off the vehicle, remove key, roll up all windows, exit the vehicle (along with any passengers), and lock the doors. This procedure is guaranteed to eliminate the intermittent acceleration problem.

NOTE: If you have power windows, you of course will need to roll them up before turning off the vehicle and removing the key.

have a 2003 chevy malibu and the light on my clock and mile indicator thing doesnt go off when i turn the car off...

tiffany wrote:

have a 2003 chevy malibu and the light on my clock and mile indicator thing doesnt go off when i turn the car off...

Many 1990 and later GM vehicles have a courtesy feature that allows accessories such as the radio/stereo to continue operating and items such as the clock, odometer, etc. to remain illuminated for approximately 15 minutes after turning the vehicle off even with the key removed from the ignition. If you open the driver's door at any time during the 15 minute depay, everything should turn off.

Bob wrote:

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Many 1990 and later GM vehicles have a courtesy feature that allows accessories such as the radio/stereo to continue operating and items such as the clock, odometer, etc. to remain illuminated for approximately 15 minutes after turning the vehicle off even with the key removed from the ignition. If you open the driver's door at any time during the 15 minute depay, everything should turn off.

^^^15 minute DELAY not depay^^^

My friend's 1998 Malibu's headlights are on all of the time! Any suggestions?

I have a 2006 Chevy Malibu, sometimes, not all the time, when I go to start it, it has trouble, until I accelerate on the gast, then the engine finally turns over. Doesn't do this all the time, though. What's the problem?

David wrote:

My friend's 1998 Malibu's headlights are on all of the time! Any suggestions?

Have your friend invest in a set of high quality jumper cables.

Liz wrote:

I have a 2006 Chevy Malibu, sometimes, not all the time, when I go to start it, it has trouble, until I accelerate on the gast, then the engine finally turns over. Doesn't do this all the time, though. What's the problem?

Whenever you experience the starting problem you described, stop immediately and perform the following steps in sequence:

1. Remove the key from the ignition

2. Exit the car

3. Walk away from the car

4. Use plenty of vulgar adjectives and colorful metaphors while cussing General Motors for making such a piece of sh!t

Prince wrote:

my chevy malibu 2006 could not crank after replacing the battery. please help me with the solution

Since the cranking problem started after replacing the battery, remove the new battery and re-install the old one.

I am about to buy a chevy malibu maxx 04, and i just want to make sure i am getting into a reliable car....anyone?

nyree wrote:

I am about to buy a chevy malibu maxx 04, and i just want to make sure i am getting into a reliable car....anyone?

http://www.edmunds.com/chevrolet/malibu-maxx/...

why is the lights on my chevy malibu 2001 gear shifter doesnt work and is there a fuse just for the gear shifter lights?

nyree wrote:

I am about to buy a chevy malibu maxx 04, and i just want to make sure i am getting into a reliable car....anyone?

Only the owner of the specific Malibu Maxx you're about to buy can confirm how reliable it is.

chevy malibu 2001 wrote:

why is the lights on my chevy malibu 2001 gear shifter doesnt work and is there a fuse just for the gear shifter lights?

Da gear shifter lights doesn't work because they eez broked. Da fuse be located in da fuse box and eez marked "gear shifter lights".

I own a 2005 chevy Malibu and it has been a pretty good car except for several reoccuring issues. The electrical issue with the turn signals and the electrical harness that you plug the light bulb into has now given up the ghost. Very irritating. Also we are on our second exhaust manifold and wonder if we should go with an aftermarket one this time. The catalytic converter is part of the manifold and it is a very expensive part that doesn't seem to be worth its salt if you replace it with the original dealer part....can anyone give me some suggestions.

Catalytic converters should last on average 100,000 miles or 10 years. Before replacing yours for a second time, may I suggest reviewing the following link for possible conditions leading to premature failure:

http://topgearltd.wrytestuff.com/swa32557.htm

I would definitely recommend going with an aftermarket exhaust and converter. You can save money buy purchasing a converter that is NOT designed to meet California emissions requirements which are only required for vehicles registered in California. A decent aftermarket converter can be had for around $100. I would also avoid using GM delaerships or national muffler chains... instead, get quotes from locally-owned private muffler shops and reputable mechanics.