It was also part of several magazine ads for the sedan / maxx. The ads I'm talking about had a fold-out page. When you first open to the ad and the page is folded in you see the sedan. The folded in edge overlaps up to the midpoint on the front doors and has the sedan rear on it. Fold that out and you uncover the Maxx from the midpoint back..
XM wasn't a priority with the Malibu I bought a couple weeks ago, and now I'm wishing it had been.
I see after market kits that mention GM XM-Ready radios with 12 pin harness's and the "BAND" button. Am I correct in reading that my new Malibu LS 1SA has an "XM-Ready" head unit that when connected to the correct rig will allow me to integrate XM into my Radio/Driver Information Center?
The prices of these after market kits with installation seem to be a little bit more then what it would have simply costed as a factory installed item. Guess I'm paying more for the labor to retrofit it instead of getting it done faster the first time around.
Thanks. I ordered the Focus deflector from Auto Seattle. The emailed receipt/invoice description says for the "'04 Malibu Maxx". It's the same part number as listed for '04 Malibu on their web site, so the two models must be identical where the hood meets the grille and front quarter-panels.
I am not too familar with what these aftermarket/dealer installed kits are using (i.e., how close they follow OEM production).
But in the case of Malibu if your radio has a "dual line" display (as opposed to single line) the radio is designed to work with factory installed XM. There are 2 styles of radio on Malibu with dual line display (UN0 and UC6). The UC6 radio has the built-in CD changer.
The single line display radio (U1C) does not have aux audio inputs available. Of course aftermarket systems might tie in radio some othe way that doesn't require that but at least for production that is the way it is.
I checked with autoseattle also...and they told me it will fit the Maxx without problem...have sold quite a few of them with no complaints...will be placing my order shortly as well
Tirerack recommended 225/55-16 on 16X7.5 inch rims, when I was looking for a tire and wheel package upgrade.....I dont know how wide the OEM rims are on the Maxx..will have to check
I've hit a few of the vendor websites where they have various converters and receivers. A few common themes are
GM->Pioneer Pioneer Receiver ( XM )
GM->Pioneer Pioneer->Terk Terk Receiver ( XM )
GM->Kenwood Kenwood Receiver ( Sirrius )
So I'm intrigued enough to consider giving it a try. I found the two fuse panels on the side and I can see there is considerable space to mount the adapter and receiver in.
Does anyone know the procedure to remove the double DIN radio or otherwise reach the 12-pin harness? I cant tell if the whole face of the dash comes off or if there are recessed clipbs that allow you to pull the stereo out.
I recently upgraded my rims from 16 to an 18 inch rim with a lower profile tire. I believe that it is the highest you can go on these cars. I hill post pics soon!
would love to see the pics..Im looking at going to 17X8inch rims....and 225/50/17 from tirerack in the spring....tirerack recommended the combination.....here is the rims I like...got a preference
Installing a smoke colored bug deflector on a white Maxx really changes the front-end look.
Went to a small town Mardi Gras parade yesterday and parked with the front facing the street. Had a lot of gawkers during the time before the parade passed. No comments about the deflector, just mostly "Look honey, there's that new Chevy Maxx!" The companions either smiled or frowned, about 50/50 for our unofficial survey. One float rider even tossed large gold colored beads right at the front bumper. Not sure of his intentions.
More people becoming cognizant of the Maxx, I believe, as a result of the ad campaign where an SUV and a sedan get it on in a closed garage, then out pops the Maxx.
The GM ad agency's official name for that ad is (see title). In dance, it means a dance for two, as the "couple" dances around each other before retiring to the garage.
Yes, it is funny.
bwolter, I also got mine from AutoSeattle. What color is your Maxx?
My Maxx is what is called Silver Green. Looks olive to me. Also had the windows tinted. Not completely black, but it's dark. Also makes it look good. The sound system is pretty good. So I may not bother having my Bazooka subwoofer installed. I think GM did pretty good on the sound system on the Maxx. But then, maybe I don't know much about sound. By the way, I don't use a subwoofer to get "boom boom". I only use it so I can clearly hear the other sounds from the main speakers. Makes a big difference listening to symphony music. You'll hear instruments you hadn't heard before on a CD that I usually played on a plain system.
yes the Maxx's audio is pretty good. Having once been an audio designer, Most of the "subwoofers" out there are really nothing more than one-note resonators trying to create a fake "rave" experience rather than decent bass/sub-bass. If the subwoofer helps you distinguish instruments and "tickles your toes" then it's doing its job.
My only complain is the CD player. I've heard and experienced people complain about a swooshing sound that it makes. Its speed sensitive so it's slower at the end of the CD. My community concert band made a cd that has a label on it. As it gets half-way through the CD it starts skipping really bad. I assume if I burn this CD onto new media with no label it will get fixed. But the CD plays just fine in all the players in my house and in my old 2001 Malibu.
I too experience the woosh woosh sound on some of my CDs. No labels and this is the only player that makes the sound. Also, has anyone else experienced the CD being wicked hot to the touch after ejecting?
Any new information on roof racks for the Maxx? Are aftermarkets available? Issues with the fixed rear skylight? I agree with one of the previous posts that a fixed rack would be a great option on the non-sunroof models. My '95 Neon Sedan had a factory rack that was hugely useful..
both yakima (q towers with cross bars) and thule (multipurpose rack system option one) show a fit for the maxx..the only issue I can think of is the sun roof....do a google search for either brand and look at their fit guides
Hi all, just bought a 2005 Maxx LT with a sunroof. I have never had a sunroof before. My question is what does the deflector do? Does it cut down on the wind noise? Do you have to remove it when going through a car wash? Or is it just cuz it looks good? )
Congrats on a great choice! What color is yours? I reluctantly bought one of the sunroof deflectors because this car has the noisest factory sunroof I've experienced. I personally hate the way they look on any car but I have to admit that it does a great job on my Maxx and makes the sunroof usable at speeds above 10 mph. I bought the BeneVento that uses 2 clips and no adhesive. It does fine in the carwash - no need to remove it.
BTW- just got my Maxx tinted today (I live in Orlando). My tint lady says they are easy to tint and it looks fantastic.
GM is addressing wind noise complaints when driving with the sunroof open at highway speeds on the 04-05 Malibu Sedan and Maxx. They issued TSB 04-08-67-009. They will provide and install a wind deflector and cover the cost if car is still under warranty. I will look into this the next time I have my Maxx serviced.
I'm discussing the deflector thing with my wife now. I'm not sure she likes the appearance of the car as well with a deflector as without it (thanks for the links to your car's pics for comparison, btw, Pao). But she hates the wind buffeting with it open.
I'd take the deflector in a heartbeat (especially for free), but it's supposed to be her car, so she gets to make the decision.
Too bad that the sunroof doesn't include one of the built-in popup style deflectors like some other GM vehicles have (the '03 Trailblazer I owned had this, for instance). Then the debate over looks vs. noise would be a moot point. :P
[quote]An Automobile magazine reviewer wrote that the Maxx shares absolutely no sheetmetal with the Malibu. This is believable looking at the roof, sides, and rear. What about the hood? Is there a chance that the Focus brand bug deflector for the '04 Malibu will NOT FIT a Maxx? I feel certain that the body styling at that location is identical, even if the 2 hoods have different stampings.[/quote]
I build the Malibu and Malibu max and that quote by the reviewer is complete BS. The front ends of the cars are identical, they use the same exact fascia, headlamps, hoods, fenders and so on.
the maxx and sedan are identical from the front pillars foward to the hood...several maxx owners have installed the focus deflector already without any problems.....
Yes, for a first year car you folks did a good job - the front and drivers area is quite nice! Good to know the Maxx front is similar to Mailbu sedan - makes it easier to get parts!
Though I wish more time had been spent on the back before production begun (back trim quality/fit is the weakest feature - it's where most of my rattles come from).
My Maxx website..showing the new additions...first pic on the site shows the profile...close up shots back in the photo sections..scroll back to get to them...enjoy....love the look now
hey, I've been in that car!! What a great view of the movie theaters from there eh? They do look great. That G&G Bailey link you have on your page is the bomb! I can't imagine snakeskin floor mats. (8 ^ (l)
Jim,,did the website work..showing the rims on the car..Im having problems updating it..and when I look at the site..it still shows the old photo with the OEM rims...let me know..thanks
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I see after market kits that mention GM XM-Ready radios with 12 pin harness's and the "BAND" button. Am I correct in reading that my new Malibu LS 1SA has an "XM-Ready" head unit that when connected to the correct rig will allow me to integrate XM into my Radio/Driver Information Center?
The prices of these after market kits with installation seem to be a little bit more then what it would have simply costed as a factory installed item. Guess I'm paying more for the labor to retrofit it instead of getting it done faster the first time around.
But in the case of Malibu if your radio has a "dual line" display (as opposed to single line) the radio is designed to work with factory installed XM. There are 2 styles of radio on Malibu with dual line display (UN0 and UC6). The UC6 radio has the built-in CD changer.
The single line display radio (U1C) does not have aux audio inputs available. Of course aftermarket systems might tie in radio some othe way that doesn't require that but at least for production that is the way it is.
http://www.myradiostore.us/bundles/car/gm-xm-bundle.html
For use with the following vehicles that have XM Satellite Radio Ready head units. Radio must have a "BAND" button to work with this bundle:
CHEVROLET
2003-2004 Avalanche
2003-2004 Blazer
2000-2004 Cavalier
2000-2004 Lumina
2002-2004 Impala
2001-2004 Malibu
2000-2004 Monte Carlo
2003-2004 C/K Truck
2003-2004 Silverado
2003-2004 Suburban
2003-2004 Tahoe
2000-2004 Venture
GM->Pioneer Pioneer Receiver ( XM )
GM->Pioneer Pioneer->Terk Terk Receiver ( XM )
GM->Kenwood Kenwood Receiver ( Sirrius )
So I'm intrigued enough to consider giving it a try. I found the two fuse panels on the side and I can see there is considerable space to mount the adapter and receiver in.
Does anyone know the procedure to remove the double DIN radio or otherwise reach the 12-pin harness? I cant tell if the whole face of the dash comes off or if there are recessed clipbs that allow you to pull the stereo out.
Edit: Google is my friend!
http://www.me-mag.com/pdf/ME0804.pdf
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/DisplayWheel.jsp?wheelMake=Mille+M- iglia&wheelModel=MM11-3&wheelFinish=Bright+Silver+Paint
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/DisplayWheel.jsp?wheelMake=Mille+M- iglia&wheelModel=EV-R&wheelFinish=Bright+Silver+Paint
Went to a small town Mardi Gras parade yesterday and parked with the front facing the street. Had a lot of gawkers during the time before the parade passed. No comments about the deflector, just mostly "Look honey, there's that new Chevy Maxx!" The companions either smiled or frowned, about 50/50 for our unofficial survey. One float rider even tossed large gold colored beads right at the front bumper. Not sure of his intentions.
More people becoming cognizant of the Maxx, I believe, as a result of the ad campaign where an SUV and a sedan get it on in a closed garage, then out pops the Maxx.
Yes, it is funny.
bwolter, I also got mine from AutoSeattle. What color is your Maxx?
CU top-rated Falken but few tire shops carry them.
BTW- just got my Maxx tinted today (I live in Orlando). My tint lady says they are easy to tint and it looks fantastic.
http://car.icompton.com/maxx_posttint.jpg
http://car.icompton.com/maxx_posttint2.jpg
I'm discussing the deflector thing with my wife now. I'm not sure she likes the appearance of the car as well with a deflector as without it (thanks for the links to your car's pics for comparison, btw, Pao). But she hates the wind buffeting with it open.
I'd take the deflector in a heartbeat (especially for free), but it's supposed to be her car, so she gets to make the decision.
Check out the custom ground effects you can get for your Maxx:
http://www.razzi.com/recentreleases/new-maxx-05.shtml
Definately will make your Maxx stand out.
-Bill
Is there a chance that the Focus brand bug deflector for the '04 Malibu will NOT FIT a Maxx?
I feel certain that the body styling at that location is identical, even if the 2 hoods have different stampings.[/quote]
I build the Malibu and Malibu max and that quote by the reviewer is complete BS. The front ends of the cars are identical, they use the same exact fascia, headlamps, hoods, fenders and so on.
You build Malibus? Let me say to you, thanks buddy. I really like mine and I appreciate you guys putting them together.
Though I wish more time had been spent on the back before production begun (back trim quality/fit is the weakest feature - it's where most of my rattles come from).
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/DisplayWheel.jsp?wheelMake=TRMotorsport&wheelModel=R5&wheel- Finish=Bright+Silver+Paint
with these tires...225/50/17:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Avon&tireModel=Tech+M550+A%2FS&vehicleSea- - rch=true&partnum=155WR7M550&fromCompare1=yes
ordered thru NTB here in Northern VA..will post pics when i get them mounted on my Maxx website
My Maxx website..showing the new additions...first pic on the site shows the profile...close up shots back in the photo sections..scroll back to get to them...enjoy....love the look now