2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited Service and Repair Manual

4.7 · Trusted by 14,000+ mechanics & DIYers
Regular price $49.99 USD
  • Lightning-Fast Downloads
    Optimized files — even slow connections handle it
  • Instant Search & Navigation
    Jump to any procedure or spec with one click
  • Print One or All Pages
    Bring only the pages you need to the shop
  • Covers Every System & Component
    Every procedure for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited
Sample Preview

Unlock the Full Manual

Complete repair procedures
Wiring diagrams & schematics
Torque specifications
Full search & bookmarks
$49.99
Buy 2+ Manuals, Save 20% Discount applied automatically at checkout
20% OFF
Secure Checkout
No Subscriptions
Factory-Grade Data

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited 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

  • 2.5L 2457CC 153Cu. In. l4 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

Payment & Security

Payment methods

  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Bancontact
  • Google Pay
  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • PayPal
  • Union Pay
  • Visa

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

Vehicle Safety Data

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V78100026/10/2016Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured November 18, 2015, to June 7, 2016. The fabric of the side-impact air bag cushi

Consequence

If the air bag tears during deployment, the air bag may not perform as designed, increasin

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the air bag mod

NHTSA #21V64900020/08/2021Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or

Consequence

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of char

NHTSA #16V15100011/03/2016Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Malibu vehicles manufactured February 16, 2016, to March 5, 2016. The two weld studs that mount the front and rear side impact ai

Consequence

Fractured weld studs may allow the side air bag to move out of position during deployment,

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag modules, free of charge.

NHTSA #16V08400011/02/2016Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Genera Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, Malibu, Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles. The radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warn

Consequence

An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The re

NHTSA #16V50200005/07/2016Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed

Consequence

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupa

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder

NHTSA #16V27200005/05/2016Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured March 7, 2016, through March 12, 2016. The memory chip in the electronic brake

Consequence

If the EBCM fails the primary braking system will still function, however, the loss of ABS

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a replacement EBCM, free of charge. The r

NHTSA #16V12500002/03/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to February 2, 2016, Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured

Consequence

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, fr

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited.
20250708Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported4 injured1 fatalities

Engine power reduced defect, causing affected models to lose power while driving at highway speeds. My son’s was driving 55 mph and then all of sudden the car decelerated to 20 m

20250708Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported4 injured1 fatalities

Engine power reduced defect, causing affected models to lose power while driving at highway speeds. My son’s was driving 55 mph and then all of sudden the car decelerated to 20 m

20250708Component: ENGINECrash reported4 injured1 fatalities

Engine power reduced defect, causing affected models to lose power while driving at highway speeds. My son’s was driving 55 mph and then all of sudden the car decelerated to 20 m

20220906Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported2 injured

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, she attempted to depress the brake pedal when the brakes locked and failed without w

Showing the 4 most serious of 1431 complaints filed with NHTSA.

Explore More

More Chevrolet Models

Browse service and repair manuals for other Chevrolet models in our catalog.