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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+

Cooling Fans -> Passenger Cars Except Saturn -> Technical Service Bulletins -> Bonneville, Century, Cutlass Ciera & Cruiser, Eighty Eight, LeSabre, Ninety Eight & Park Avenue -> Cooling Fan Discharges Battery
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS

Cooling Fan Discharges Battery
Bonneville, Century, Cutlass Ciera & Cruiser, Eighty Eight, LeSabre, Ninety Eight & Park Avenue

On these models, this condition may occur, and if the cooling fan relay has failed because its contact points stuck together, the cause may either be the air conditioning system or the cooling fan temperature switch.

If the cooling fan motor is operating within acceptable current draw limits (20 amps on low speed or 35 amps on high speed), inspect the A/C high side pressure with the system operating. High side pressure s...

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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+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ 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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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 Pressure Relief -> G6, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 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 ...

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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: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ 3.5 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+.

Description
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 3.6 V6 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) warns the driver when a significant loss, or gain of tire pressure occurs in any of the four tires and allows the driver to display the individual tire pressures and the locations on the DIC (Driver Information Center) display. The system uses the BCM (Body Control Module), DIC, instrument panel cluster, RCDLR (Remote Control Door Lock Receiver), a RF (Radio Frequency) transmitting tire pressure sensor in each wheel and the serial data circuit. Each tire pressure sensor has an internal power supply with service life of 10 years.

When the vehicl...

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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: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove flywheel inspection cover.
  • Remove starter electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Tor...

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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 -> Check Fuel Cap Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu SS 3.9 V6 GAS

The Check Fuel Cap Lamp will illuminate momentarily when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check. If...

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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+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loop a rope around each of upper 2 tabs of condenser and tie rope around upper tie bar.
  • Remove upper radiator support brackets.
  • Reposition radiator inlet hose clamp at radiator, using hose clamp pliers tool No. J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radiator inlet hose from radiator.
  • Remove right engine splash shield retainers.
  • Remove right engine splash shield.
  • Remove left engine splash shield retainers.
  • Remove left engine splash shield.
  • Reposition radiator outlet hose clamp at radiator, using hose clamp pliers tool No. J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radi...

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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: 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Remove engine mount snubber bracket.
  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable tool to relieve tension from driv...

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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+.

Body Components Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 2.2 L4 GASBody Components Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector C304
  • Transaxle Components Diagram for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu  3.1 V6 GASTransaxle Components Diagram for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Automatic Transaxle
  • Transaxle Range Switch
  • Connector C-102
  • Ground G-103
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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 LS 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Outside Rearview Mirror Switch
  • Outside Rearview Mirror Driver
  • Outside Rearview Mirror Passenger
  • Window Switch Passenger
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Backup Lamp Relay
  • Ambient Light Sensor
  • Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Headlight Sensor
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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: ADDITIONAL MATERIAL AND SOURCE FOR METAL PANEL BONDING ADHESIVES
    Vehicle: 2000 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • Seals, Gaskets, Sealants
  • Document: TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK DIAGNOSIS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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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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