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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Arming -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 GAS

Passenger Cars

Reverse disarming procedures to arm the Supplemental Restraint System, noting the following:

  • Ensure all disconnected SRS electrical connectors are securely connected and routed.
  • Install all removed fuses in proper locations.
  • From a safe position at sides of or below air bag module, Turn ignition switch to ON position and observe Air Bag or SRS warning lamp.
  • On all models except Prizm and 1990 Corvette, warning lamp should flash seven to nine times, then go off.
  • On Prizm models, warning lamp should light for six seconds,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 5 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.1 V6 GAS

Removal

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, proceed as follows:
    • Ensure parking brake is released.
    • Back off parking brake cable adjustment.
    • Remove access hole plug from backing plate, insert screwdriver through hole and push parking brake lever off its stop.
    • Insert punch through hole in splash shield Fig. , tap on punch to loosen drum, then remove drum.
  • Remove actuator spring using brake tool No. J-38400, or equivalent to pry loop end of spring from adjuster actuator, Fig. . D...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> G6 & 2004-06 Malibu & Malibu Maxx
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 3.5 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy.

  • Relieve fuel pressure as outlined under "Fuel System Pressure Relief."
  • Drain ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.6 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle on a hoist.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Disconnect tie rod from knuckle.
  • Insert a drift into rotor and against caliper in order to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove wheel drive shaft nut.
  • Remove stabilizer link.
  • Be sure that wheel speed sensor wiring harness is repositioned away from ball joint after disconnecting electrical connector from sensor. Disconnect ele...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures -> Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method -> Scan Tool Method
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LS 2.2 L4 GAS

Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method

  • On models with standard ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • On models with keyless ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the Accy position.
  • On all models, using the keyless entry transmitters press the lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds indicating the learn mode has been actuated. The left front turn signal will also be illuminated.
  • Using the DIC (Driver Information Center) press and release the Info button until the Tire Learn message is indicated on the DIC display. Depres...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air induction tube as necessary.
  • Disconnect coolant fan connector and remove coolant fan.
  • Remove oil filter and intake manifold brace.
  • Remove starter b...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Change Oil, Change Oil Now Or Change Oil Soon Lamp & Messages -> 2004-09 Malibu
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Turn ignition on, but do not start engine.
  • Display OIL LIFE RESET on Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Press and hold ENTER button for at least one...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 3.6 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to radiator.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to water pump inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Lift or rotate tensioner using a 1/2 i...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Right Rear Of Passenger Compartment Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GASRight Rear Of Passenger Compartment Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Digital Radio Receiver
  • Ground G-301
  • Connector C-422
  • Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module
  • Front of Vehicle Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GASFront of Vehicle Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Hood Ajar Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Ignition Switch
  • Body Control Module
  • Run/ Crank Relay
  • 1998 Chevrolet Malibu  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Solenoid
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Starter Motor
  • Park Neutral Position Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: INFORMATION ON INTERNAL ENGINE NOISE OR DAMAGE AFTER OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 3.5 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: TOP TIER DETERGENT GASOLINE - DEPOSITS, FUEL ECONOMY, NO START, POWER, PERFORMANCE, STALL CONCERNS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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