Common questions

Is the 2014 Chevy Malibu a reliable car?

Is the 2014 Chevy Malibu a reliable car?

How Reliable Is the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu? J.D. Power and Associates gave the 2014 Malibu a reliability rating of 4.5 out of five, which is an excellent rating for any car (a score of three is considered average). That’s also one of the best scores in the class; it’s at least a full point better than many other cars.

What kind of engine does a 2014 Chevy Malibu LT have?

2.5-liter I-4
The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu is now roomier with a new front end, standard start-stop, and retuned suspension and steering systems. sedans are powered by a 2.5-liter I-4 producing 196 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with start-stop capability.

Why is my Malibu LS on back order?

The consensus is that it is a bad engine variable timing control valve. Supposedly, oil doesn’t get up all the way in the valve and it sticks. Several dealerships have told me that the part has been on back order since October because of the GM strike and they hope to get them in by the end of January.

What does VVT stand for on a Malibu?

VVT stands for Variable Valve Timing, and as @cp-the-nerd points out, it is not for the Valve Lift. Notice also that it indicates that the control circuit has a fault or is open (not connected). It may be the device, or it may be the plug or the wiring.

Is there a genuine Malibu body control module?

We provide a full selection of genuine Chevrolet Malibu Body Control Module, tested and validated by Chevrolet Malibu for fit, form and function. Please filter the Body Control Module results by choosing a vehicle.

What does p2645 stand for on a Malibu?

P2645 DOES NOT refer to the VVT solenoids. People keep confusing the oil valve controlling the variable lift system with the VVT solenoid actuators. Both are wear and tear parts over the life of the car, but they all have different fault codes in the computer.

What are the problems with the Chevy Malibu?

One of the most common problems with the Chevy Malibu is when it throws the P0700 trouble code. A trouble code is a code thrown out by the vehicles computer whenever it detects that there is a real problem that needs your/a mechanics attention. P0700: Transmission Control System Malfunction.

Where is the battery in a Chevy Malibu?

Your Malibu’s battery should be located on the driver side underneath the plastic black cover that has a battery symbol stamped on it.

What are the specs of a Chevy Malibu?

The Malibu is Chevrolet’s mid-size sedan that comes with gas-only or hybrid powertrains. Gas models use a 160-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine except for the Premier, which has a 250-hp, turbo 2.0-liter. The Malibu Hybrid uses a 1.8-liter gas four-cylinder and a two-motor hybrid system to get an EPA-estimated combined 46 mpg.

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