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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.4 L4 GAS, CID:145, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:145, Engine VIN:, Desg:5
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.6 V6 GAS, CID:217, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:217, Engine VIN:, Desg:7
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 2.4 L4 GAS, CID:145, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:145, Engine VIN:, Desg:5
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 3.6 V6 GAS, CID:217, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:217, Engine VIN:, Desg:7
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 2.4 L4 GAS, CID:145, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:145, Engine VIN:, Desg:5
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LS 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2198, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LS 3.5 V6 GAS, CC:3490, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CC:3490, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2.4 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS, CID:145, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:145, Engine VIN:, Desg:5
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> GM Single Piston -> Parking Brake Service -> AURA & Malibu -> Cobalt & G5 -> Front -> Parking Brake Cable, Replace -> Parking Brake Equalizer Cable, Replace -> Parking Brake Shoes, Replace -> Rear -> Solstice & SKY
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 3.6 V6 GAS
Parking Brake Equalizer Cable, Replace
- Remove center console.
- Remove adjuster nut and cables from equalizer, Fig. .
- Place parking brake lever to highest position.
- Lift equalizer cable over parking brake indicator switch and swing forward. Pull cable down and out of parking brake lever.
- Reverse procedure to install. Adjust parking brake cable.
Parking Brake Cable, Replace
AURA & Malibu
- Ensure parking brake is fully released.
- Remove console as follows:
- Remove console upper trim plate.
- Remove right and left side trim panels.
- Remove bolt covers using a suitable screwdriver.
- Remove console ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> GM Single Piston -> Disc Brake Specifications -> Caliper Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 2.4 L4 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LS 3.5 V6 GAS
Brake fluid is corrosive to painted surfaces. Care must be taken not to allow brake fluid to come in contact with painted surfaces on vehicle.
When bleeding the brake system, always bleed righthand rear wheel circuit first, followed by the lefthand front, lefthand rear and, finally, righthand front.
Manual
Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure. Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.
- Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine o...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delco/Bosch Type 7.2 -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Aura & Malibu -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Corvette -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> EBCM Connector Terminal Identification -> Electromagnetic Interference Test -> Ignition Cycle Default -> Intermittents & Poor Connections -> STS & XLR
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2.4 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" for "Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation."
EBCM Connector Terminal Identification
Refer to Figs. through for EBCM connector terminal identification.
Diagnostic Tests
Corvette
[[table data]]Aura & Malibu
[[table data]]STS & XLR
[[table data]]Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Intermittents & Poor Connections
Inter...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> GM Single Piston -> Rotor Replace -> AURA, Cobalt, G5 & Malibu -> Solstice & SKY
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 2.4 L4 GAS
AURA, Cobalt, G5 & Malibu
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Compress piston into caliper bore using suitable C-clamp to allow caliper pivot upward from brake pads.
- Install and tighten two wheel nuts opposite to retain rotor to hub.
- Remove guide pin bolts, caliper and bracket.
- Mark rotor to wheel studs for installation alignment and re...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delco/Bosch Type 7.2 -> Description -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve -> Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module -> Front -> Rear -> System Components -> System Operation -> Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 3.6 V6 GAS
System Operation
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) minimizes wheel lock-up during heavy braking. The ABS monitors each wheel's speed and controls brake fluid pressure to each wheel independently, Figs. through . A separate hydraulic line and solenoid valve for each wheel allows hydraulic pressure to be modulated, preventing wheel lock-up. The ABS can decrease, hold or increase hydraulic pressure.
The system continuously monitors all components, uses several methods to determine faults and notify the driver of faults. When the engine is started, the ABS electrical circuitry is function...
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