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#1207 of 1301 by nc42dad Feb 12, 2009 (9:23 am)
I don't think it shifts real smooth after deceleration - at least not compared to my other cars. In my Venture I do not notice any shifting of gears at all. It almost appears to get caught in the wong gear. Replies to this message: vanman1 (Feb 12, 2009 5:45 pm) johnmilburn (Mar 30, 2009 6:14 pm) dgcamero (Apr 01, 2009 8:43 am)
#1208 of 1301 Re: [nc42dad] by vanman1 Feb 12, 2009 (5:45 pm)
Replying to: nc42dad (Feb 12, 2009 9:23 am) You should have it checked for adjustment then. I have the 3.6/6-speed and the shifts are smooth as silk. I usually don't even notice them, it's one of the things that I immediately loved about the Malibu.
#1209 of 1301 by nc42dad Feb 12, 2009 (6:00 pm)
Just may do that. I really only notice it at lower speeds & actually 90% of my driving is below 35 mph. I checked my INFO center & my average driving speed is 16. What's yours run? Replies to this message: tenngal1 (Feb 13, 2009 3:40 pm) vanman1 (Feb 14, 2009 6:22 pm) nc42dad (Feb 15, 2009 8:45 pm) e_net_rider (Sep 14, 2009 2:52 am)
#1210 of 1301 Re: [nc42dad] by tenngal1 Feb 13, 2009 (3:40 pm)
Replying to: nc42dad (Feb 12, 2009 6:00 pm) I thought I was the only person in the world who had a low average speed. Mine is around 24 mph. Most of my commute is to and from work in a small community. Speed limit goes from 30 to 45..........I really enjoy the few trips I make where I usually set the speed at about 65 mph and watch the great gas mileage.
#1211 of 1301 One Year Anniversary Report by bwia Feb 14, 2009 (5:06 am)
After one year and 10,700 miles of flawless operation our 2008 Malibu LS has exceeded all expectations.   The car still looks showroom new inside and out. The exterior paint job is great even though the car is not garaged. It has withstood the brutal winds, snow and scorching sun yet there is no evidence of color fading or paint chips. And for that we are surprised and impressed. The interior carpeting (not the best quality though) wears very well. No fading, shredding or lumping.   To dress up the car, at the time of purchase we had dealer installed after-market Katzkin leather, the cocoa/cashere combination and that is holding up great. By the way, the leather smells great, and in terms of maintenance we use the Armorall leather cleaning wipes.It really does a great job.   So far there are no squeaks, rattles, loose knobs, blown fuses or blown lights. Everything works perfectly from the radio, to OnStar, to the CD player, to the climate controls, mirrors, etc. Not one problem to report. None, Nada!   Press the remote entry, open the door, turn the key and the engine starts the first time, everytime. The handling is still as crisp as day one, and the car is as quiet as ever---no engine or wind noise. In terms of maintenance, two oil changes at $21 each. Nothing more.   All in all, the 2008 Chevy Malibu has lived up to and surpassed the hype. It is no surprise it sits atop the J.D. Power quality ratings.   We are enjoying our ride are you? Replies to this message: vanman1 (Feb 14, 2009 6:29 pm)
#1212 of 1301 Re: [nc42dad] by vanman1 Feb 14, 2009 (6:22 pm)
Replying to: nc42dad (Feb 12, 2009 6:00 pm) Average driving speed is a function that needs to be reset, it's used for individual trips. The number will go down if you are driving in stop and go traffic, the zeros drag it down.   I use it mostly for a highway trips, nothing else.   Anyway.. my shifts at low speeds are almost impossible to notice. Replies to this message: nc42dad (Feb 15, 2009 8:45 pm) e_net_rider (Sep 14, 2009 2:52 am)
#1213 of 1301 Re: One Year Anniversary Report [bwia] by vanman1 Feb 14, 2009 (6:29 pm)
Replying to: bwia (Feb 14, 2009 5:06 am) Very encouraging to hear your report.   We have had our LT for 4 1/2 months now and zero issues for us so far. I love the car, it feels like a luxury car and it's build like a tank. So far I have no regrets, car is as advertised.   I hope for GM more people notice the Malibu and buy.
#1214 of 1301 Re: [vanman1] by nc42dad Feb 15, 2009 (8:45 pm)
Replying to: vanman1 (Feb 14, 2009 6:22 pm) It happens generally when I make a "rolling stop." A noticeable kick from 2nd into 1st gear. If I am driving normal and make a right/left turn it doesn't do it. Seeing that I drive at such low speeds, it is probably why I notice it so much.
#1215 of 1301 nc42dad by vanman1 Feb 16, 2009 (6:05 pm)
Definitely get it checked. It's likely a computer fix.
#1216 of 1301 Re: [nc42dad] by johnmilburn Mar 30, 2009 (6:14 pm)
Replying to: nc42dad (Feb 12, 2009 9:23 am) I also have notived the same issue with the shifing issue. When the car is shifting down around 40 mph mark is when you feel a jerk or a hard low shift. I even took it back to the dealer and they said nothing was wrong. Now there is a recall on the transmission shift cable.   Any one else have this issue? I have the 2009 2LT   Please let me know. Replies to this message: dgcamero (Apr 01, 2009 8:43 am)

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