# \#malibu **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/malibu/135.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2003 Chevy Malibu won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-malibu-won-t-start/193294)
**Author:** [@Kalkist](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kalkist)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2023, 10:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-malibu-won-t-start/193294 "2023-10-09T10:06:44Z")
I’ve been working on the car a couple days now, and at the beginning it was not cranking so I figured it would be a battery or starter problem. Both of those are now new and the problem hasn’t resolved. I’ve checked con… --- ## [Unknown Problem Desperately Seeking Help - Flashing engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-problem-desperately-seeking-help-flashing-engine-light/191400)
**Author:** [@leisa\_jones\_185817](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leisa_jones_185817)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-problem-desperately-seeking-help-flashing-engine-light/191400 "2023-07-05T15:34:40Z")
Hi! This is my first time ever posting on a forum - please forgive any unknown etiquette on my part. I have a 2015 Chevy Malibu LTZ 130+k miles with an undiagnosed issue(s) that is stumping the mechanics I take it to. … --- ## [2017 Malibu blind spot warning system not working, settings option Collision/detection is missing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-malibu-blind-spot-warning-system-not-working-settings-option-collision-detection-is-missing/187164)
**Author:** [@Hobbelson18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hobbelson18)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2022, 1:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-malibu-blind-spot-warning-system-not-working-settings-option-collision-detection-is-missing/187164 "2022-10-31T13:15:26Z")
Signal lights on mirrors not working, blind spot warning system not working, and the collision/detection settings are missing. Tried checking fuses but not luck any idea? Thanks --- ## [Stolen key for a Chevy Malibu, how to re-key?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stolen-key-for-a-chevy-malibu-how-to-re-key/186656)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2022, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stolen-key-for-a-chevy-malibu-how-to-re-key/186656 "2022-09-30T20:01:24Z")
2012 Chevy Malibu. The spare key got stolen. What are my options to reprogram, change keys, etc? --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Malibu - AC stops at stop lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-malibu-ac-stops-at-stop-lights/184826)
**Author:** [@QueenKnot7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/QueenKnot7)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2022, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-malibu-ac-stops-at-stop-lights/184826 "2022-06-23T01:16:42Z")
AC stops blowing when auto stop at lights. It’s not just the engine. --- ## [Car not allowing me to change settings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-not-allowing-me-to-change-settings/182441)
**Author:** [@MunLanding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MunLanding)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2022, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-not-allowing-me-to-change-settings/182441 "2022-02-11T22:28:05Z")
Hi, so for weeks I’ve been trying to figure out how to change my auto lock feature so that my car doesn’t automatically unlock every time I park. According to the manual and what I’ve looked up online, I’m supposed to hi… --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Malibu - sugar in the tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-malibu-sugar-in-the-tank/180889)
**Author:** [@Robinbowman0731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robinbowman0731)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2021, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-malibu-sugar-in-the-tank/180889 "2021-11-29T13:59:31Z")
Someone put sugar in our gas tank and the gas tank is full how do we go about getting the gas out to drop the gas tank can my husband do this alone --- ## [2003 Chevrolet Malibu hard shifts in 1st and 2nd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-malibu-hard-shifts-in-1st-and-2nd/180130)
**Author:** [@DonYost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonYost)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2021, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-malibu-hard-shifts-in-1st-and-2nd/180130 "2021-10-24T22:12:16Z")
From a stop hard shfting from 1st to 2nd then softer shifting to other gears. When the vehicle comes to a stop and restarted, shifting becomes normall in all gears until it happens again sometime later. It could be days,… --- ## [2012 Chevy Malibu slipping transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-malibu-slipping-transmission/179560)
**Author:** [@JANICE.M.LOVE\_177371](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JANICE.M.LOVE_177371)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2021, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-malibu-slipping-transmission/179560 "2021-09-25T17:02:36Z")
I think the transmission on my car is slipping. When I left work yesterday it would not accelerate past ~20mph and the RPM needle would go up past 3. I pulled over when I could, turned it off, and turned it on a few minu… --- ## [Mechanic is stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-stumped/178193)
**Author:** [@Valentine14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Valentine14)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-stumped/178193 "2021-08-07T19:07:15Z")
We bought a 2011 malibu used from a private party. It ran great, no dash lights, no weird noises or hesitation, everything was good. Then a couple weeks later it started up, drove 100 yards and stalled. We couldnt get it… --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Malibu clock always runs fast or slow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-clock-always-runs-fast-or-slow/146095)
**Author:** [@Barbara06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barbara06)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2021, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-clock-always-runs-fast-or-slow/146095 "2021-07-28T05:28:51Z")
My 2015 Chevy Malibu clock is either behind or ahead of time regardless of how many times I change the clock. How do I fix that? --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Malibu - warped rotor noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-malibu-warped-rotor-noise/176879)
**Author:** [@ChevyDad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChevyDad)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2021, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-malibu-warped-rotor-noise/176879 "2021-05-18T17:42:36Z")
My daughter doesnt hear it. I think its KIA SOUL loud. Sounds there are no sound deadening in the back. We are a GM family. One of our trucks is lifted with 37’s and is quieter than my daughters car. Wifes Caddy is smoot… --- ## [Clock spring, air bag light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clock-spring-air-bag-light/176041)
**Author:** [@gandhi\_s-flip-flop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gandhi_s-flip-flop)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2021, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clock-spring-air-bag-light/176041 "2021-04-08T03:11:35Z")
My clock spring was damaged when my rack and pinion failed and steering wheel spun way too much. Replaced the clock spring, it fixed the horn and cruise control but air bag light is still on. Mechanic said he tried to re… --- ## [Radio speakers don't play when weather is cold,why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-speakers-dont-play-when-weather-is-cold-why/56945)
**Author:** [@junebug3860](https://community.cartalk.com/u/junebug3860)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2021, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-speakers-dont-play-when-weather-is-cold-why/56945 "2021-03-31T23:40:51Z")
When the weather is cold, the radio speakers won't play. After the inside of the car warms up, they start to play? What kind of speakers do I need to install to prevent this from happening again? --- ## [Chevy malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-malibu/175311)
**Author:** [@sjay0812\_174181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjay0812_174181)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2021, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-malibu/175311 "2021-02-21T16:26:31Z")
2015 chevy malibu 52000 miles hasn;t been driven for 2 years,was real good driver before inactivity could there be engine damage from not being driven for so long? --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Malibu - leaking trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-leaking-trunk/174662)
**Author:** [@CynthiaADomenella](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CynthiaADomenella)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2021, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-leaking-trunk/174662 "2021-02-01T03:19:18Z")
Trunk leaking. Why??? --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Malibu audio system and computer screen quit working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-malibu-audio-system-and-computer-screen-quit-working/173606)
**Author:** [@wm.dibart2aol.com](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wm.dibart2aol.com)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2020, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-malibu-audio-system-and-computer-screen-quit-working/173606 "2020-12-26T21:53:55Z")
audio system and computer screen stopped working --- ## [Car value drop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-value-drop/172144)
**Author:** [@gandhi\_s-flip-flop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gandhi_s-flip-flop)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2020, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-value-drop/172144 "2020-11-10T04:46:00Z")
I wanted some opinions from real people so I was wondering how much does car bumper cover (rear in my case )damage decrease selling value to private parties and so should I pay $400-450 to fix it or just sell it as is ? … --- ## [2019 Chevrolet Malibu- uncomfortable seat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-malibu-uncomfortable-seat/171221)
**Author:** [@matt38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt38)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-malibu-uncomfortable-seat/171221 "2020-10-15T21:38:03Z")
uncomfortable front driver seat can not find a position to fit me . lower back and neck pain . there is no support in the lower back. I am very unsatisfied being a chevy fan… --- ## [Chevrolet malibu 2015 issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-malibu-2015-issues/170979)
**Author:** [@dj-02\_171367](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dj-02_171367)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2020, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-malibu-2015-issues/170979 "2020-10-13T14:56:49Z")
Hi, my car, a chevy Malibu 2015 LS 2.5L has been having some issues for a few weeks. Here is the full story: Rpm are very low at idle (when in drive, higher when in park) and more importantly, it is not constant, stab… --- ## [Rain, rain, go away!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rain-rain-go-away/96241)
**Author:** [@NYBo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NYBo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2020, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rain-rain-go-away/96241 "2020-09-21T22:07:58Z")
The other day, my wife told me there was something wrong with her car (2012 Chevy Malibu). The “Check Engine” light was on, the odometer area was reading"engine power reduced", “service ESC” , and “service traction con… --- ## [Car cranks but wont start after radio aftermarket install](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-cranks-but-wont-start-after-radio-aftermarket-install/169959)
**Author:** [@Marcus-21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcus-21)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2020, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-cranks-but-wont-start-after-radio-aftermarket-install/169959 "2020-09-20T14:27:05Z")
My alternator went out, so I replaced it, had to replace battery as well since bad alternator damaged it. Car ran fine over the weekend. Then I had a aftermarket radio installed and when the guy installing radio was cutt… --- ## [Car turns off while driving but still drives all dash lights on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-turns-off-while-driving-but-still-drives-all-dash-lights-on/170109)
**Author:** [@Marcus-21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcus-21)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2020, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-turns-off-while-driving-but-still-drives-all-dash-lights-on/170109 "2020-09-18T18:39:44Z")
I have a 2009 chevy malibu LS 2.4L. The car will run fine but after driving a few min the radio dies and all the dash lights turn on. The power steering turns off as well making it hard to turn the wheel and when making … --- ## [BCM Location 2009 chevy Malibu LS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-location-2009-chevy-malibu-ls/170056)
**Author:** [@Marcus-21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcus-21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2020, 11:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-location-2009-chevy-malibu-ls/170056 "2020-09-18T11:34:47Z")
Does anyone know the location of the BCM for the 2009 chevy malibu LS? Or know a source where I can find this info? --- ## [2008 Chevy Malibu - Locking system problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevy-malibu-locking-system-problems/169868)
**Author:** [@Aaron-81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aaron-81)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevy-malibu-locking-system-problems/169868 "2020-09-13T15:25:33Z")
Hi there, I just recently purchased a used 2008 Chevy Malibu LS. I have been having one consistent issue with it - the locking system. Most of the time, the key fob works as intended. However, sometimes, some (but not a… --- ## [Buying a two-year-old new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-two-year-old-new-car/42573)
**Author:** [@NHDonn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NHDonn)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2020, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-two-year-old-new-car/42573 "2020-09-01T03:12:37Z")
I have a chance to buy a 2008 Malibu LTZ w/ 30 miles. All warranties fresh; is this a good car to buy if the price is right? What do I need to look out for? Thanks all. Don --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Malibu - worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-worth-buying/167186)
**Author:** [@Seven4002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seven4002)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-worth-buying/167186 "2020-07-13T14:51:15Z")
Is it a good car to buy? --- ## [Viper Remote Start Troubles Chevy Malibu 2005](https://community.cartalk.com/t/viper-remote-start-troubles-chevy-malibu-2005/167062)
**Author:** [@SynthAux98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SynthAux98)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2020, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/viper-remote-start-troubles-chevy-malibu-2005/167062 "2020-07-09T22:07:15Z")
Hello! New member here. I recently started to get weird symptoms from my 2005 Chevy Malibu. The first symptom is that when I start my car with the actual key, it turns on normally and then shuts off automatically. This … --- ## [Whistling Sound When Car is Either shifting gears and or accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-sound-when-car-is-either-shifting-gears-and-or-accelerating/166099)
**Author:** [@truantplayer2020](https://community.cartalk.com/u/truantplayer2020)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-sound-when-car-is-either-shifting-gears-and-or-accelerating/166099 "2020-06-23T17:21:39Z")
So I notice a whistle sound with my car whenever I drive it specially when accelerating and at speeds more than 30kph. You can hear it clearly with open windows. It almost sound like a tea pot boiling but the difference … --- ## [16 Chevy Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/16-chevy-malibu/166179)
**Author:** [@Nicole-44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nicole-44)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/16-chevy-malibu/166179 "2020-06-22T23:15:47Z")
I was changing my air filter and broke off a plastic piece of the cover. The little piece fell to the side somewhere and a day later my AC vibrates when I turn it on high and continues to vibrate when just the fan is on.… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/malibu/135.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=malibu)