Why is the fuel filter on my Chevy Malibu not working?
Why is the fuel filter on my Chevy Malibu not working?
The fuel filter of your Malibu does not wear out like a mechanical part, but it gets clogged by dirt and airborne particles and clogs over time. The permeability of the filter drops, and so does the fuel pressure.
What to do if your Chevy Malibu won’t start?
Because the battery may have a defect with these measured values and must be replaced. If dead battery is the reason for the breakdown of your Malibu, you can easily jump start it using jumper cables and a healthy battery from another vehicle, or using a battery booster if available.
Can a bad fuel pump cause a no start?
The basic fuel pump test (with a fuel pressure gauge) is like this: If the fuel pressure test gauge indicates at least 35 PSI, then you can conclude that the no start condition is not due to a bad fuel pump. The fuel pump relay is OK. The fuel pump fuse is OK.
Why does my car not start at the rail?
I have no fuel preserver at the rail but got great fuel pressure at the fuel filter . This all started while I was driving and when I went to take off from the stop light the car just shut off and won’t start up it cranks but won’t fire up .
How can you tell if your Chevy Malibu fuel pump is bad?
One of the best indicators of a clogged fuel pump is going to be that the your Malibu is difficult to start. This because there’s not enough fuel pressure to properly atomize the fuel as it enters the combustion chamber.
What’s the problem with the Chevy Malibu engine?
The problem: A software error can disable the engine fuel injectors. If that happens, the engine may not start or, if the car is in motion, the engine may stall. The fix: A remedy has not yet been determined. Once it has, dealers will update the car’s software at no charge to owners.
What’s the fuel pressure sensor code on a 2014 Malibu?
We have a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu that came in the shop with many codes but mostly it was having fuel pressure sensor trouble and had the following codes: P018B P018C P2635. You will see in the video it had many other codes and don’t worry we will be addressing them in an upcoming video so grab your favorite drink and let’s see where this goes!
Are there any recalls on 2018 Chevy Malibu?
Vehicles involved: 177,276 of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu sedans built from April 25, 2017, through Sept. 20, 2018. The problem: A software error can disable the engine fuel injectors. If that happens, the engine may not start or, if the car is in motion, the engine may stall. The fix: A remedy has not yet been determined.
