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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2010MALIBU LT, 3.6 7REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 965 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.4L)
2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT, 3.6 7
Section 965 (Engine Mechanical - 2.4L)
2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT, 3.6 7SECTION Section 965 (Engine Mechanical - 2.4L)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Engine Mechanical Specifications (LE5, LE9)
- Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Thread Repair Specifications (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Engine Block- Front View
- Engine Block- Back View
- Engine Block- Right Side View
- Engine Block- Left Side View
- Engine Block- Bottom View
- Engine Block- Top View
- Lower Crankcase- Front View
- Lower Crankcase- Back View
- Lower Crankcase- Bottom View
- Lower Crankcase- Right View
- Lower Crankcase- Left View
- Cylinder Head- Top View
- Cylinder Head- Intake Manifold Deck View
- Cylinder Head- Exhaust Manifold Deck View
- Cylinder Head- Front View
- Cylinder Head- Back View
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Symptoms - Engine Mechanical
- Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises
- Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises
- Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Valve Train Noise
- Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption
- Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
- Engine Noise on Start-Up, but Only Lasting a Few Seconds
- Upper Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
- Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
- Engine Noise Under Load
- Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate
- Coolant in Combustion Chamber
- Coolant in Engine Oil
- Engine Compression Test
- Cylinder Leakage Test
- Oil Consumption Diagnosis
- Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing
- Oil Leak Diagnosis
- Crankcase Ventilation System Inspection/Diagnosis (Without Turbocharger)
- Drive Belt Chirping, Squeal, and Whine Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Rumbling and Vibration Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Falls Off and Excessive Wear Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Tensioner Diagnosis
- Repair Instructions - On Vehicle
- Drive Belt Replacement (LE5)
- Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement (LE5)
- Engine Oil Pressure Switch Replacement
- Engine Mount Inspection
- Engine Mount Bracket Replacement
- Powertrain Mount Balancing
- Engine Mount Replacement (LE5 or LE9)
- Engine Support Fixture
- Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement (LE5)
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement (LE5)
- Intake Manifold Replacement (LE5)
- Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (LE5)
- Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
- Engine Front Cover Replacement (LE5, LE9, LAF or LUK)
- Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement
- Water Pump and Balance Shaft Chain Replacement
- Camshaft Cover Replacement
- Timing Chain Tensioner Replacement
- Intake Camshaft and Valve Lifter Replacement (LE5)
- Exhaust Camshaft and Valve Lifter Replacement (LE5 or LE9)
- Camshaft Position Intake Actuator Replacement
- Camshaft Position Exhaust Actuator Replacement (LE5 or LE9)
- Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring Replacement (LE5 or LE9)
- Cylinder Head Replacement
- Oil Pan Replacement
- Piston Oil Nozzle Replacement
- Engine Flywheel Replacement
- Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement (LE5 or LE9)
- Engine Replacement
- Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
- Repair Instructions - Off Vehicle
- Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
- Crankshaft Balancer Removal
- Engine Flywheel Removal
- Oil Level Indicator and Tube Removal
- Exhaust Manifold Removal
- Intake Manifold Removal
- Camshaft Cover Removal
- Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Removal
- Camshaft Timing Chain and Tensioner Removal (LE5, LE9)
- Intake and Exhaust Camshaft, Bearing Cap, and Lash Adjuster Removal
- Water Pump and Balance Shaft Chain and Tensioner Removal
- Balance Shaft Removal
- Water Pump Removal
- Cylinder Head Removal (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Oil Pan Removal
- Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
- Lower Crankcase Removal
- Crankshaft and Bearing Removal
- Engine Block Disassemble
- Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection
- Cylinder Honing
- Cylinder Sleeve Removal (LE5, LE9)
- Cylinder Sleeve Installation (LE5, LE9)
- Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection
- Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection
- Crankshaft and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
- Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble
- Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
- Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble
- Camshaft Cleaning and Inspection
- Camshaft Timing Chain and Sprocket Cleaning and Inspection
- Balance Shaft Cleaning and Inspection
- Water Pump and Balance Shaft Chain and Sprocket Cleaning and Inspection
- Cylinder Head Disassemble (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
- Valve and Seat Grinding
- Valve Measurement and Reconditioning Overview
- Valve Seat Width Measurement Procedure
- Valve Seat Roundness Measurement Procedure
- Valve Head O.D. and Chamfer Measurement Procedure
- Valve-to-Seat Concentricity Measurement Procedure
- Valve and Seat Reconditioning Procedure
- Valve Stem Height Measurement Procedure
- Cylinder Head Assemble (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Oil Pump Disassemble
- Oil Pump Assemble
- Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
- Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
- Thread Repair
- Service Prior to Assembly
- Engine Block Assemble
- Crankshaft and Bearing Installation
- Lower Crankcase Installation
- Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installation
- Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation (LAF, LAT, LE5, LE9, LEA, or LUK)
- Cylinder Head Installation (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Intake and Exhaust Camshaft, Bearing Cap, and Lash Adjuster Installation
- Balance Shaft Installation
- Water Pump Installation
- Balance Shaft to Engine Timing (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Water Pump and Balance Shaft Chain and Tensioner Installation
- Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Installation (LE5, LE9)
- Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installation
- Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation
- Oil Pan Installation
- Crankshaft Balancer Installation
- Camshaft Cover Installation (LAP, LAT, LE5, LE8, LE9)
- Oil Filter with Cap and Seal Installation
- Intake Manifold Installation
- Exhaust Manifold Installation
- Oil Level Indicator and Tube Installation
- Engine Flywheel Installation
- Engine Prelubing
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.