2012 Chevrolet Malibu Service and Repair Manual

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • LTZ Sedan 4-Door
  • LT Sedan 4-Door
  • LS Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.4L 2384CC 145Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.4L 2384CC 145Cu. In. l4 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.6L 3564CC 217Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #15V26900008/05/2015Component: SEAT BELTS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 8, 2010, to October 11, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the flexible

Consequence

If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a cr

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket a

TSB #11030974

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

TSB #11030092

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

TSB #11030091

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11027601

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11026104

This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.

TSB #11026017

This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.

TSB #11025755

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customers vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the s

TSB #11024485

The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.

Showing the 8 most recent of 1337 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20130506Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported3 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING 47 MPH. T

20130506Component: SEAT BELTSCrash reported3 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING 47 MPH. T

20241120Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

The contact called on behalf of her daughter's boyfriend who was driving alongside her daughter in a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that her daughter's boyfriend was dr

20170510Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I PRESSED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR FAILED TO STOP. BOTH TIMES RESULTED IN COLLISIONS. THE FIRST TIME THE CAR WSS REPAIRED AND THEN GIVEN BACK TO ME. T

Showing the 4 most serious of 1471 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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