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2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu

1510 messages,  Last post on Mar 16, 2013 at 12:47 PM

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#1499 of 1510 2010 malibu Dash light by rogerdoger45

Jan 20, 2013 (12:05 pm)

Yesterday my dad went to turn off his 2010 Malibu and he noticed that his head lights would not turn off. He got back into the car and turned it back on, he then noticed that the check engine light was on, as well as the ABS, and low tire air light. His Security light may have also stayed on as well. The only way he could shut everything down was by disconnecting the battery. Has anyone had this problem? Does anyone know what could cause this to happen?

#1500 of 1510 Re: 2010 malibu Dash light [rogerdoger45] by csmjvh

Jan 20, 2013 (2:02 pm)

Replying to: rogerdoger45 (Jan 20, 2013 12:05 pm)
I would recommend he take his car to an Autozone and have them check the battery and charging system. I was having problems with my TPMS sensors and check engine light coming on. I fought with the dealer as they said everything was working properly. The dealer said my car battery dying, the mechanic showed me that it the amps were not up there. The voltage was fine. I took it to autozone and replaced the car battery and all the problems went away. I guess the low amp condition can cause alot of issues with the computer.
 

#1501 of 1510 Re: 2009 Chevy Malibu LTZ Start Issues [cometa89] by rockjade

Jan 20, 2013 (7:43 pm)

Replying to: cometa89 (Jan 19, 2013 10:57 pm)
Had the Electronic Control Model reprogrammed...worked in my case.

#1502 of 1510 Re: 2009 Chevy Malibu LTZ Start Issues [cometa89] by gmcustsvc

Jan 21, 2013 (11:34 am)

Replying to: cometa89 (Jan 19, 2013 10:57 pm)
cometa89,
 
Is your Malibu also a 2009? Let us know if we can check into anything further on this with your involved dealership (if applicable), or if you want for us to get you warranty or recall information. We can be contacted by email at socialmediagm.com (include your name, contact information, and the last 8 digits of your VIN with your inquiry).
 
Sarah, GM Customer Service

#1503 of 1510 Re: 2010 malibu Dash light [rogerdoger45] by gmcustsvc

Jan 21, 2013 (11:51 am)

Replying to: rogerdoger45 (Jan 20, 2013 12:05 pm)
rogerdoger45,
While I as a customer service representative don't have access to much technical information, if you decided to work with a GM dealership we're here to help you in that process. Please don't hesitate to contact us at socialmediagm.com with further information (including your name and contact information, the last 8 digits of your VIN, and a summary of the situation so far).
 
Sarah, GM Customer Service

#1504 of 1510 Re: 2009 Chevy Malibu [djm2] by loril744

Mar 10, 2013 (5:38 am)

Replying to: djm2 (Jun 02, 2011 2:48 pm)
Dwayne, I bought a USED 2010 Chevy Malibu w/28,000 miles on it and it does the same thing ( I will never buy Chevy again... back to Hyundai ) I have driven the car 10,000 miles in 2 years and the same thing happens to my car. What I need to know is... How much did it cost you to fix the problem?? Also What exactly do I ask for to get it fixed??? Please help this single mom. thanks Lori

#1505 of 1510 Re: 2009 Chevy Malibu [loril744] by ab348

Mar 10, 2013 (7:55 am)

Replying to: loril744 (Mar 10, 2013 5:38 am)
Your car should still be under warranty, no? It should not cost you anything.
 
Good luck with Hyundai. They make cars that are Walmart specials, built to a price, with little refinement or long-term quality. Truly disposable cars.

#1506 of 1510 answer to Lori by starrmalibu

Mar 10, 2013 (1:35 pm)

Lori, I bought a certified used Malibu in 2010 that was 2 years old. My dealer has covered everything that has gone wrong for free, even things no longer under warantee that they feel should not have happened. I am missing something as you say "does the same thing" maybe referring to someone else's post that does not appear. Call your Chevy dealer service department. If you are not satisfied, talk to their owners. But I have been so satisfied with my dealer. Even though my car is not new, they have given me free oil changes, just like a new car.

#1507 of 1510 Re: 2009 Chevy Malibu [loril744] by gmcustsvc

Mar 12, 2013 (7:33 am)

Replying to: loril744 (Mar 10, 2013 5:38 am)
loril744,
If you have questions about whether or not your vehicle is still covered by warranty, please contact us via email at socialmediagm.com with more information, including the last 8 digits of your vehicle's VIN and mileage.
 
Sarah, GM Customer Service

#1508 of 1510 Dashboard lights, bright-dim-off by uncledewey1

Mar 15, 2013 (12:07 pm)

My 2008 Malibu LTZ's dashboard lights go to various stages from bright, dim, or off. There seems to be no pattern and it is really bad when off and dim is not that great either. I have the adjustment control as bright as possible. I hate to bring it to the garage as it will surely be on bright when I'm there and they will say working as designed, Does anyone have any advice or maybe experienced the same thing?
 
Thanks, Uncle Dewey

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