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Re: Low speed Steering Clunk [notascirocco]
by hhmax
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Aug 07, 2008 (4:22 am)
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Replying to: notascirocco (Jul 18, 2008 6:14 am)
do you have this part number? I have a 2005 maxx LT and the dealer said that the sealed unit isn't available for this model.
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Re: More Rack & Pinion [maxximus_ed]
by pkd01bran
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Aug 07, 2008 (9:04 pm)
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Replying to: maxximus_ed (May 05, 2008 12:27 pm)
If the only problem you end up with is "that the steering wheel is not straight across" (i.e., is not "centered"), consider yourself a fantastically lucky carowner. Also, it is technically possible that the "centered" position of the wheel, even if everything is supposedly working properly and supposedly adjusted properly and supposedly aligned properly, may slightly vary over time (minutes to hours to days to weeks, etc.) with no real harm being done.
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- #207 of 214
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5 minutes + $12 to fix the clunking noise
by mikengus
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Oct 30, 2008 (10:03 pm)
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I have an 05 Maxx LS with 50,000 miles. This is a great car but I had the same steering clunk as everyone else over a year until I found this link:
http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/f53/suspension-squeeking-over-bumps-57730/?t-- 57730.html (see post by GMCSonoma)
I followed the instruction:
- Bought a bottle Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). It costed me $12 from a nearby Chevy dealer.
- Opened the driver door, spray into the gap as instructed.
- Wiped off any excessive lubricant.
That was it! Now my car is running just like new again!
If it does not work for your car, there is still another solution on GMCSonoma's post that you may try.
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Re: Low speed Steering Clunk [hhmax]
by pheisler
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Nov 14, 2008 (5:03 pm)
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Replying to: hhmax (Aug 07, 2008 4:22 am)
I had the steering column replaced today on my 2005 Maxx, after 39,000 miles. Had the steering gear assembly replaced a couple thousand miles ago. I paid for labor, GM bought the parts both times. The sealed unit IS available for the 2005 Maxx. That's what I had installed today. Dealer thinks this should solve the clunking problems for good. Let's hope so.
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- #209 of 214
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Re: Malibou Maxx Electric Steering Failure [trobbins]
by ba32347
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Nov 23, 2008 (5:56 pm)
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Replying to: trobbins (Jul 21, 2008 7:19 am)
I would like to see the letter too
ba32347 att.net
2005 Malibu alarm goes off and car stops. Going 55 the first time turning a corner the 2nd time
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- #210 of 214
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2005 Chevy Malibu...not MAXX
by ba32347
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Nov 23, 2008 (6:11 pm)
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I bought mine used a month ago. I have had it 2 weeks the dealer has had it 2 weeks...
The car has 27300 miles on it, was suppose to of been a leased car, by previous owner..
my problems not fixed yet...
while driving 55 alarm went off and car stopped running.
2nd time..while turning a corner alarm goes off car stopped and started going again.
when turning key it seems to keeps going (starting,) like it hasn't started. this happens now and then
dealer says they cant find a problem. and it hasn't done it with them on any problems
the dealer did say they fixed the popping noise when turning...said it was in the steering co;lumn. this has stopped.
the front end seems loose...go over a bumpy road slow, front of car seems loose and jolting felling.
dealer said a headlight was loose...sure
do I have rights with it being a used car under no warrainty??  
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Re: 2005 Chevy Malibu...not MAXX [ba32347]
by pao
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Nov 24, 2008 (6:23 am)
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Replying to: ba32347 (Nov 23, 2008 6:11 pm)
doubt you will have anything covered under warranty...the problems you mentioned are common to the 04-07 MY Malibus.....the electronic steering was an issue...man examples of replaced columns..the popping sound was probably corrected with proper lubrication........the starting issue is common too....mine does the same thing....no fix....I use my remote start most fo the time to avoid that issue.....yours may or may not be equipped with remote start as it was an option based on certain models.....front suspension.....engineering design issue in my opinion....you will have to live with it....the alarm and shut down issue...I dont have a clue...dont recall seeing that anywhere.....perhaps a ECM reflash issue...
with all that said...04 Malibu Maxx here with 135K on it.....and no steering column issues....do have the start issue on once in a while and do have the "loose" front suspension......but doesnt seem to have any long term effect on the auto...
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Re: 2005 Chevy Malibu...not MAXX [pao]
by ba32347
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Nov 24, 2008 (3:34 pm)
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Replying to: pao (Nov 24, 2008 6:23 am)
thanks for the info you sent hope mine last for 6 yrs lol until it paid for...looks like cheve would do something about the problems since alot of people have it.
thanks again
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- #213 of 214
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Re: 2005 Chevy Malibu...not MAXX [ba32347]
by pao
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Nov 24, 2008 (4:57 pm)
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Replying to: ba32347 (Nov 24, 2008 3:34 pm)
they seemed to have fixed all the problems with the new designed 08 Malibu from what Im seeing....the steering problem seemed to do away in the 06 MY car..but believe they went away from the electronic steering then.....suspension was better as well by then.....good luck
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Re: 2005 Chevy Malibu...not MAXX [ba32347]
by pkd01bran
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Nov 27, 2008 (10:36 pm)
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Replying to: ba32347 (Nov 23, 2008 6:11 pm)
(A) You could read all these postings and then try calling the 1-800-CHEVROLET number and try to negotiate for some extended warranty coverage of the steering troubles. (B) Mine has the start trouble, too; as far as I know, the occasional starting motor "running on" does no harm, so I just think of it as an occasional annoyance. (C) If the only steering/suspension problem you end up with is some "loose" sensation in the front, I'd recommend paying the Chevrolet dealer to do a 4-wheel alignment, which can help greatly; also, buy a new dial-type tire guage and always make sure all tires are properly inflated.
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