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How do you remove rear wheel cylinder on Chevy Malibu?

How do you remove rear wheel cylinder on Chevy Malibu?

While pulling the cylinder away from the knuckle, alternate loosening each star screw from side to side. The idea, is that instead of backing the screws all the way out of the backing plate, the screw heads stay flush with the backing plate while you pull the cylinder away from the front of the plate. Seems like that would work.

Why does my Malibu make a clunking noise when braking?

I have a clunk noise issue in my 16 Malibu. The dealer replaced almost every part of the rear suspension and it still exists. The clunk noise occurs when I pull off and sometimes braking. I wish I can locate the noise…. I have a clunk noise issue in my 16 Malibu. The dealer replaced almost every part of the rear suspension and it still exists.

How does the suspension work on a Chevy Malibu?

The one thing that I did notice is the lower bolt of spindle, the one that I removed, goes through a ball joint. This heim-type of ball joint is sandwiched between the U-channel of the spring perch. This ball joint barely moves with the up and down of the suspension but does have to rotate as the suspension moves up and down.

While pulling the cylinder away from the knuckle, alternate loosening each star screw from side to side. The idea, is that instead of backing the screws all the way out of the backing plate, the screw heads stay flush with the backing plate while you pull the cylinder away from the front of the plate. Seems like that would work.

I have a clunk noise issue in my 16 Malibu. The dealer replaced almost every part of the rear suspension and it still exists. The clunk noise occurs when I pull off and sometimes braking. I wish I can locate the noise…. I have a clunk noise issue in my 16 Malibu. The dealer replaced almost every part of the rear suspension and it still exists.

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The one thing that I did notice is the lower bolt of spindle, the one that I removed, goes through a ball joint. This heim-type of ball joint is sandwiched between the U-channel of the spring perch. This ball joint barely moves with the up and down of the suspension but does have to rotate as the suspension moves up and down.

What causes a Chevy Malibu wheel to fall off?

Premature wheel bearing failure is one of the most common problems Chevy Malibu owners experience. This usually happens on newer Malibus with at least 44,000 miles. If you ignore the problem too long, the wheel could fall off and cause some serious damage to your car.

How do you test a Chevy Malibu wheel bearing?

Bring your Malibu back home, lift it, and then remove the tire and wheel where the broken bearing is. If you couldn’t locate the problem area while driving, you’ll have to test each wheel until you find it. Rock the hub. With one hand on the top part and another hand on the bottom part, gently rock the hub.

What’s the best way to drive a Malibu?

Take your Malibu out for a spin. Grab a friend and have him drive the Malibu with you sitting in the passenger seat. Ask him to drive at a low speed, preferably 10-20 mph, and listen to the grinding noise carefully to pinpoint which wheel it’s coming from.

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Ruth Doyle