What kind of oil do I need for a Chevy Malibu?
What kind of oil do I need for a Chevy Malibu?
The owner’s manual of this 2006 Chevrolet Malibu specified that 4 quarts of SAE 5W-30 oil is needed for an oil change with a new oil filter. Some compatible oil filters for the GM 3500 3.5L V6 engine include the Purolator PL10111, ACDelco PF47, Mann-Filter ML 1000, Fram PH3387A and Pennzoil HPZ-9A.
Where is the oil filter on a Chevy Malibu?
The 13mm oil drain bolt is located at the rear of the engine’s oil pan facing towards the back end of the car. The engine’s oil filter is located just in front of the oil pan and behind an exhaust pipe. Since used engine oil can contain carcinogens (cancer causing agents), it’s recommended that you wear latex gloves.
What kind of oil filter does a GM 3500 use?
Some compatible oil filters for the GM 3500 3.5L V6 engine include the Purolator PL10111, ACDelco PF47 , Mann-Filter ML 1000, Fram PH3387A and Pennzoil HPZ-9A. Please verify the correct replacement oil filter part numbers for Malibu by using the Amazon Part Finder website.
What kind of engine does a Chevy Malibu have?
Owners of other General Motors vehicles equipped with the 3500 V6 engine such as the Pontiac G6, Montana, Buick Terraza, Rendezvous, Chevrolet Uplander, Impala, Monte Carlo, Saturn Relay, and Aura may also find this guide to be helpful.
Can you change the oil on a 2005 Chevy Malibu?
The 2005 2.2-liter Chevy Malibu employs the same procedure to change the oil and oil filter as the Chevy Cavalier with the same engine (which discontinued production in 2005).
Wipe off any dripping oil from the pan and under the engine frame. Crawl out from under the Malibu with the items and then lower the Malibu back to the ground. Locate the oil filter housing at the front lower center of the engine. It is located on the right hand side (facing the engine) of the air tube running to the throttle body.
How do you replace the oil filter on a 5W30?
Push the replacement filter into the oil filter housing until the tab snaps into place. Replace the cover and tighten with the ratchet, extension and socket. Add four quarts of 5W30 engine oil, using the funnel placed in the oil fill spout. Replace the oil fill cap and then start the engine for 10 to 15 seconds.
Where are the jacks on a Chevy Malibu?
Lift up the front of the Malibu with the jack (one front quarter at a time) and support the car down onto jack stands placed under each front frame rail. Put on the safety glasses and latex gloves and crawl under the front of the Malibu with the 15 mm wrench, drain pan and shop rags.
