What does the check engine light look like on a Chevy Malibu?

What does the check engine light look like on a Chevy Malibu?

If the check engine light in your Chevy Malibu starts flashing, that means that the problem needs immediate attention and your Chevy should be brought in expeditiously. This blinking light usually indicates a severe engine misfire allowing unburned fuel to be dumped into the exhaust system.

Does a Chevy Malibu have a radiator?

The radiator in your Chevrolet Malibu plays an essential role in cooling its engine. Over time, radiators may become corroded or clogged, which can prevent them from performing this cooling function.

What does exclamation mark mean in Chevy Malibu?

Brake System Warning Light
The Brake System Warning Light indicates a potential issue with the brakes in your Chevy Malibu. Best described as an encircled exclamation mark bordered by two parentheses next to the word “BRAKE”, this dashboard light appears if one or both of your car’s hydraulic braking circuits aren’t working properly.

What causes Chevy Malibu to run hot?

While there are a variety of reasons your Chevrolet Malibu is overheating, the most common 3 are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat.

Where is the radiator cap on a Chevy Malibu?

Open the radiator cap on the Malibu. The cap is located on the left side of the radiator. To prevent personal injury, do not open the cap while the engine is warm.

Why does my Malibu randomly beep?

Try either the lane drift sensor or the collision warning (red led warning at windshield and beeping). They will beep randomly when they sense a potential collision, and sometimes they will be dead wrong.

What does a blinking yellow exclamation point mean?

tire pressure
This dashboard light looks like a tire with an exclamation point in it and means that the tire pressure in at least one of your tires is low and underinflated. You’ll want to check your tire’s air pressure immediately.

What kind of coolant does a Chevy Malibu take?

Dex-Cool is the only recommended brand of fluid for use in Chevy engines as any other brand could cause damage to your radiator and engine. When mixed with distilled water, the fluid in your cooling system helps to keep your Malibu operating at optimum temperatures.

Why does my car overheat when I stop?

A Broken Radiator Fan If your car begins to overheat when idling, but the temperature gauge moves back down once you get going, it’s most likely due to a broken radiator fan. However, when your car is sitting still, the radiator fan should kick in, keeping the air moving over the radiator to help cool down the coolant.