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#4879 of 4908 Re: 2005 Malibu car lock, radio and battery problems [cindis] by babybu Mar 16, 2008 (6:46 pm)
Replying to: cindis (Jan 10, 2008 6:19 pm) my 1999 malibu had that same problem, i just got myself a high line battery and got me some new cables... but im no mechanic, im sure im not being much help... sorry
#4880 of 4908 car radio by staceelj May 01, 2008 (6:54 am)
I have a 2004 Malibu LS. Yesterday, my son ran the battery down. After getting the battery jumped, everything works except the radio. It is not a satellite radio, just a radio with a CD player. I was wondering if this could be a fuse, and if it is, I can't find a fuse for the radio. Has anyone ever experienced this or could anyone tell me where to find the fuse. Thank you. Replies to this message: packer3 (May 01, 2008 7:27 am) gonogo (May 01, 2008 8:45 am)
#4881 of 4908 Re: car radio [staceelj] by packer3 May 01, 2008 (7:27 am)
Replying to: staceelj (May 01, 2008 6:54 am) It's hard to rubn down the battery on most GM cars, there is a battery run down protection mode that shuts down all any electrical unit left on. It is either a short in the wiring, or what I think it is as was on my 04 Malibu was the battery it had a dead cell and the battery had to be replaced and the problem never came back.
#4882 of 4908 Re: car radio [staceelj] by gonogo May 01, 2008 (8:45 am)
Replying to: staceelj (May 01, 2008 6:54 am) If Z model look at the left passenger kick panel, the fuse cover is there. Pull the radio fuse for a few seconds and see if it resets.
#4883 of 4908 Car Won't Start by jrhende2 Aug 07, 2008 (7:52 pm)
Here is the deal. Came out a couple of days ago and the car wouldn't start. In fact, the electronic locks wouldn't even open the car doors. I had to manually open the car doors with the key.   I charged the car this morning and it started. I drove it to the store and around for about 10-15 minutes. Came home, turned it off, and it wouldn't turn back over.   How do I know if it is the altenator, starter, or battery?   2005 Malibu Replies to this message: pao (Aug 08, 2008 3:54 am) gonogo (Aug 10, 2008 7:50 am)
#4884 of 4908 Re: Car Won't Start [jrhende2] by pao Aug 08, 2008 (3:54 am)
Replying to: jrhende2 (Aug 07, 2008 7:52 pm) Im betting its the battery...you can get it tested at most auto parts stores....the fact the locks would work make me beleive its the battery......most begin to fail around the three year mark.......replaced mine in my 04 Maxx LT last year.
#4885 of 4908 Re: Car Won't Start [jrhende2] by gonogo Aug 10, 2008 (7:50 am)
Replying to: jrhende2 (Aug 07, 2008 7:52 pm) Check battery voltage with engine running, should be around 14 volts. If your battery light was not on with engine running, I would say battery. Short battery life in hot climates.
#4886 of 4908 HELP by coonassgirl Aug 14, 2008 (7:39 pm)
Are chevy malibau good cars. 2000 chevy malibau, automatic, power windows, 75000 miles, good condition for 2500? is this a good price? some help please anyone that is honest to me. no joke!!!
#4887 of 4908 2003 Chev Malibu would start, but not stay running, until.... by sksharpie Sep 21, 2008 (9:45 pm)
I researched the internet for like an hour and stumbled upon this website. I read pages and pages of potential problems with why the car wouldn't stay running - I even ran out a couple times to try to start it differently, and low and behold...   The 10 minute trick worked!! I put the key in the ignition, turn it to on (without starting it) and just let it sit like that for 10 minutes, turn it to off and pulled the key out. I inserted the key again to start and poof it start and stayed running!! I was scared to turn it off for fearing of having to sit there for another 10 minutes, but it started again and again.   I just hope it works from now on, but I think the anti-theft system must have kicked into gear, was able to start the car each time, but would not let me drive away??!!! Whatever it was, this 10 minute trick saved me $$$$.
#4888 of 4908 Chevy Malibu Buy Back & dealing with the BBB by sneakyuser Dec 31, 2008 (1:58 pm)
I bought my 2007 Malibu 4 cyl new in December 2007. At about 2400 miles I noticed a vibration or shake in the front end when I accelerate.. It happens at 15 mph regardless of shifting, usually after warmup.   This problem was not seen to occur on 2005 or 2006 models. They changed the motor mounts on the 2007 Malibu (although they may have done this on same late-model 2006 models). There is a GM Bulletin about this: 060601025 November 06 - (NHTSA Item Number - 10020726). In February 08 I visited a dealer who went through the "lower motor mount tightening procedure" and this had no affect and the issue is still there.   In June 08, I went to a second dealer, dropped off the car for service. They said that they drove it with the head mechanic and they swore they never felt anything (!?)   On my third visit (back to the first dealer) in October 08, the head of service noticed it, drove some 2005 and 2006 versions and they did not shake. He found another 2007 model (from their Enterprise Car Rental affiliate) and it vibrated too. He called GM and they are aware of it but there is no official recall and they won't approve the dealer to replace anything. They gave the the stock answer of "This is how this powertrain will likely operate." I left disgusted. No one wants a new car that shakes. I can drive cars with 150,00 miles on them that don't vibrate!   I contacted the national Chevy customer service center and they pushed the issue up to another level. After 5 days (!) they called me back, (because of a weekend and they called an incorrect number) to keep repeating that this may be a "characteristic" of the vehicle. I said no, it's a DEFECT. He wanted me to go to a dealer for the FOURTH TIME. I said for what? He kept insisting and I requested a loaner which he balked at. After contacting the local delaer to arrange it he came back and said that the service manager said another visit will be a waste of everyone's time if GM doesn't approve of replacing any parts.   The customer service rep said a final decision will be made next week by the local GM rep. When I asked for a summary of my calls and visits, he refused.   What are the chances that they will offer a buy back? Have any of you, or your friends, had to deal with the automaker via the Better Business Bureau or with a Lemon Law attorney? I've heard bad things about both but If they don't repair the car or offer a buy back what is my next step? How do I prepare?   Any help is appreciated and Happy New Year everyone!   Regards,   Sneakyuser

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