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I don't recall ever receiving this letter on my wife's 2006. What was the wording? (was it about rack problems on previous years, and did it specifically say it was for all components of the steering, or just the rack?) Thanks.
In __snow__, the Maxx with Tripletreads was acceptable if not outstanding.
On ice, the Maxx will go nowhere or skid its front, especially if you brake or accelerate.
Blizzak series 60 tires may help (I've not used them).
From what I've read the fix is not permanent and we can expect it to re-occur around 60K or so. I might just try the lube method once we're formally out of warranty.
All in all the car has treated her great and it's been her best car to date, averaging over 30MPG since it's now warm weather.
(but others have mentioned the same kit for some time)
Thanks if you can check.
I can see a fight with GM coming on!
this doesnt dismiss the fact that some are having steering column problems that should be addressed by the dealership...the regional tech rep or other GM field rep. The front suspension is a bad design, allowing for clunking etc...but certainly not one that would require the amount of replacement parts that some have seen......can the dealerships simply be replacing parts hit and miss...to try to eliminate something that actually cant be fixed.....dont know.....I hope you can find a solution to your issue......ultimately, if you arent happy with the auto...get rid of it.....
Signed: no-more-maxx4me
VIN has to be between 5F100001 and 5F2500216
I'll try to find out from the Dealer
1. Did they correct those problems for the 2006 and 2007 models?
2. On another post I read that the cars with Vin Numbers between 5F100001 and 5F250216 in the 2005 models were the problem ones. Did the problems extend to other Vin numbers and later models?
3. If one purchases a used Maxx and it has the problems that have been well documented in this forum, does anyone know if they are still covered by GM even if the warranty has now expired?
Thanks
I have an 04 Maxx LT with 130K miles on it now...and no problems what so ever...
Both front struts replaced
Rack main gear replaced 3 times
Columm regreased 3 times
Intermediate shaft replaced twice.
This was during my 4 years of ownership. At 57K miles, and the Maxx proving helpless on OR icy roads, it was time to put it out to trade pasture (last I heard, itw was on its way to Texas).
Thanks for the feedback. One would think that if the first shaft lasted 32K then the kit should give you at least the same miles (if not finally be the cure). I'll be happy if we get to 60K before having to spend some $ (so far the '06 has been great for my wife
and no other problems that others have mentioned from earlier years) Getting 30MPG on a V6 is good too (we had to laugh when the dealer called last week and was trying to get us to trade in on something with not even 2 yrs on a 4 yr loan. If it was a lemon we might be tempted, but then again we'd likely be shopping elsewhere next time around too!!)
They must really be hurting for business these days with the economy in the dumper and they will get it only if this car lasts us what I think it should. (I've always tended to keep cars several years).
http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/f53/suspension-squeeking-over-bumps-57730/?t-- 57730.html (see post by GMCSonoma)
I followed the instruction:
- Bought a bottle Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). It costed me $12 from a nearby Chevy dealer.
- Opened the driver door, spray into the gap as instructed.
- Wiped off any excessive lubricant.
That was it! Now my car is running just like new again!
If it does not work for your car, there is still another solution on GMCSonoma's post that you may try.
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2005 Malibu alarm goes off and car stops. Going 55 the first time turning a corner the 2nd time
The car has 27300 miles on it, was suppose to of been a leased car, by previous owner..
my problems not fixed yet...
while driving 55 alarm went off and car stopped running.
2nd time..while turning a corner alarm goes off car stopped and started going again.
when turning key it seems to keeps going (starting,) like it hasn't started. this happens now and then
dealer says they cant find a problem. and it hasn't done it with them on any problems
the dealer did say they fixed the popping noise when turning...said it was in the steering co;lumn. this has stopped.
the front end seems loose...go over a bumpy road slow, front of car seems loose and jolting felling.
dealer said a headlight was loose...sure
do I have rights with it being a used car under no warrainty?? :mad:
with all that said...04 Malibu Maxx here with 135K on it.....and no steering column issues....do have the start issue on once in a while and do have the "loose" front suspension......but doesnt seem to have any long term effect on the auto...
thanks again
I have been waiting 4 weeks for a cable, and was told I might get one by August 09. I don"t deal with the dealer on this but directly with GM. :mad:
(to the tune of 40K miles) So is this a failure thing (works for a while and then breaks)
or what? What happens when it breaks (can't select certain gears?)
Thanks
The fact that GM pulled all the cables from their shelves and have no supply makes me think that they are trying to hide something. time will tell.">
I just bought an 05 Chevy Malibu Maxx with 48,000 miles on it. The car did not come with an owner's manual so we are trying to figure out how the security system works.
When the car is off and a passenger door is opened the entire car will lock. This is highly frustrating and no matter what setting the security system is at RKE or Passive. Also what do those two settings mean? Also does anyone know where we can get an owner's manual? The dealer said they could not get one.
The other issue that we are noticing is a clunking in the steering when turning at low speeds. There is also a clunking in the passenger front when slowly going over bumps. Could this be related to the steering column issue that has plagued Malibu's? My husband is going to be driving long distances in the car so we'd like to get everything fixed asap. We have 100% dealer warranty on it for 12 months.
Ask your dealer to check into this.
Some of the earlier cars had the whole steering rack replaced, but this sounds like the simpler problem that is fixed by the kit (or as someone else mentioned you can spray a lubricant on the joint yourself, but I don't know how long that will last compared to installing the kit )
Sorry, but no idea on the security thing but if your warranty is truly 100% the dealer should be able to address this for free.
you should be able to set the locking through the menu options on the DIC..in the center console..buttons should be on the left side of the radio face....
clunking issues are not necessarily related to the steering column.....the kit may fix it..if its still under warranty....or a certified car...an 04 Maxx LT here about to turn over 152K.....have had the clunk for over four years now....and no harm.....only thing replaced so far is a right front tire rod.....all other OEM parts still going strong...
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