Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Range Reference (Without Touch Activated Power)
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ, 2.4 1SECTION Range Reference (Without Touch Activated Power)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Range Reference (Without Touch Activated Power)
| - | Park | Reverse | Neutral | D | 3 | 2 | 1 | ||||||
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| Gear | - | - | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 1st | 2nd | 1st | |
| 1-2 Shift Solenoid | ON | ON | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | ON | OFF | ON |
| 2-3 Shift Solenoid | ON | ON | ON | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | ON | ON | OFF | ON | ON | ON |
| Fourth Clutch | - | - | - | - | - | - | A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Reverse Band | - | A | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Second Clutch | - | - | - | - | A | A | A | - | A | A | - | A | - |
| Third Clutch | - | - | - | - | - | A | A* | - | - | A | - | - | A |
| Third Sprag | - | - | - | - | - | H | O | - | - | H | - | - | H |
| Input Clutch | A* | A | A* | A | A* | - | - | A | A* | A | A | A* | A |
| Input Sprag | H* | H | H | H | O | - | - | H | O | H | H | O | H |
| 2-1 Manual Band | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | A | A | A |
| 1-2 Support Roller Clutch | - | - | - | H | H | O | O | H | H | O | H | H | H |
| Forward Band | - | - | - | A | A | A* | A* | A | A | A* | A | A | A |
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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.