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Chevrolet Malibu Climate Control/AC Issues

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#142 of 151 Re: Questions - Air conditioner stinks [shadow5599] by veim3010

Jan 06, 2011 (2:40 pm)

Replying to: shadow5599 (May 19, 2006 6:43 pm)
I know exactly what you are talking about I have contacted Chevrolet of USA over it and the dealership where i purchased the car they tell me that its condensation. They want me to spend $80 plus taxes every month during the summer to flush the air ducts out. Meanwhile they are not interested in solving the problem. The problem is that the condensation does not drip out it builds up in the air conditioner and get like your clothes that have been in a washer for too long also builds up mold. In which you breath in when you use your air which also can kill you if it is black mold. Chevrolet of USA does know about this problem and just want you to keep paying to get it cleaned without really fixing the problem. I myself am not happy at all to have to pay $80 every month during the summer plus my regular car payments to not have this problem. I would deffinately look into it also you can get your owners manual and contacts Customer service at Chevrolet of USA about it. I have a case open with a guy named Joseph the # is 1-866-790-5600 ext-32943 if you would like to open a case of your own. It would also go to show that it is a manufacture defect since it is happening to more than one person.

#143 of 151 Re: Questions - Air conditioner stinks [veim3010] by pao

Jan 10, 2011 (7:21 am)

Replying to: veim3010 (Jan 06, 2011 2:40 pm)
hope your realized you replied to a nearly 5 year old message in the thread..anyway.....you can get an AC sanitizer at any good auto parts store...spray in the outside intake with the fan on high and it will take care of the problem........its about 8 bucks a can last time I used it.....normally only takes one can a summer.....
 
the other way to avoid condensation...and it honestly shouldnt be that much..is to run the heater once a week or so...and burn off all the condensation in the system during the summer....

#144 of 151 Re: 2004 Malibu Classic [farmer101] by maddog0324

Jan 11, 2011 (8:00 am)

Replying to: farmer101 (Apr 19, 2010 5:32 pm)
Farmer,
Did you resolve your intermittent a/c & rear defroster issues? I have a 2003 Malibu and have been experiencing the intermittent a/c compressor & recirculation since the extended warranty expired in 2007. I believe that you and I have a flakey BCM module in our Malibus. Let me know what you come up with.
 
Maddog

#145 of 151 Re: 2004 Malibu Classic [farmer101] by maddog0324

Jan 22, 2011 (5:20 pm)

Replying to: farmer101 (Apr 15, 2010 2:55 pm)
Did you get a chance to check the BCM? I have a 2003 Malibu 3.1 and have been experiencing intermittent a/c and recirculation operation for the last 3 years (doesn't matter what season it is). I believe the BCM is the culprit. Have you been experiencing any THEFT SYSTEM issues? My Malibu used to experience the No Start - 10 minute re-learn process at least twice a month until I tried the resistor bypass procedure. It now starts every time, even after having the battery replaced, but the THEFT SYSTEM light burns steady. Any solutions?

#146 of 151 Re: ac problem x6 [redlemon] by answerman

Feb 16, 2011 (3:18 pm)

Replying to: redlemon (May 12, 2007 9:47 pm)
I also had 2 Malibu cars, 1998 and 2001. Both my vehicles had the same A/C problem, with that module button switching from the a/c position to off. Here is what I have found about it. The module can be replaced, but it is likely to only be dirty and needs only to be cleaned, (much like cleaning a smoke detector). Go to the link below and there are instructions on how to do the necessary cleaning. Good Luck, it works. http://www.imcool.com/articles/aircondition/AC_ControllersAreRepairable.pdf

#147 of 151 Re: Climate control problem - buttons on console [tarmen] by ibm_jeepguy

Jul 17, 2011 (8:44 pm)

Replying to: tarmen (Jun 10, 2005 4:47 am)
http://www.imcool.com/articles/aircondition/AC_ControllersAreRepairable.pdf
 
This works perfectly well... 2004 Malibu, 1 hour, pry tools to remove the front bezel, 2 torqs screws, and the climate control unit pops out. Took it inside, tore it down to the control board, Went over all the contacts with a pencil eraser, then washed it all down with Electrical contact cleaner. I took the 2 dials apart, cleaned all contacts, and replace the grease.
 
My GF was going to have the dealer do it for $150 in parts + Labor.

#148 of 151 Re: 2004 Malibu Classic [maddog0324] by nmcphillips

Jul 21, 2011 (3:28 pm)

Replying to: maddog0324 (Jan 22, 2011 5:20 pm)
Did you ever get the AC straightened out? I am experiencing the same problems as madog0324

#149 of 151 Re: 2004 Malibu Classic [nmcphillips] by maddog0324

Jul 25, 2011 (9:54 am)

Replying to: nmcphillips (Jul 21, 2011 3:28 pm)
I cleaned the contacts for the temperature rotary switch and put a little more bend on the two contact arms. I haven't had the intermittent a/c compressor since. I am still having the THEFT SYSTEM issues.

#150 of 151 2008 Malibu ltz by mmgiann

Aug 09, 2011 (8:56 am)

My A/C stoped working along with the engine temp. gauge. The next time I started my car - it worked. Now 2-3 weeks later it has completely stopped working - it just blows hot (outside temp) air. Computer issue? thermostate? Looking to see if we can fix this instead of $$$$ at the dealer. Thank you!

#151 of 151 2003 Malibu Cooling Fans & A/C Compressor by maddog0324

Mar 05, 2012 (11:02 am)

The A/C compressor & both cooling fans quit working today. R-134 charge is good. Temp guage works. The car almost overheated in rush hour traffic. It cooled down once traffic started moving. All fuses and relays check out good. The a/c light on the HVAC control lights up, but the compressor does not engage. Has anyone else had this problem?

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