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Total Complaints:
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2008Oct 31
Malibu LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 115,000 miles
About 3 weeks ago I began finding it very difficult to push the button in on my shifter (automatic) in order to place the car into gear. It is worse during the cold mornings. I am not sure what is going on. I don't know if it is a problem with the brakes, which were replaced recently, or if there is some sort of sensor that needs to be replaced. Any suggestions?
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2008May 15
Malibu V6
Much like the other post regarding this problem, I found that I couldn't engage the safety button to release the shifter and place it in gear from park. I, however, had bought the car in January and it didn't start doing this until warm days. The dealership told me the previous owner had spilled cola in there and that it was gumming up the works. I find this to be ridiculous, because it would always feel like there is sludge in it. I agree with Millerok in that it seems to be related to the brakes, since they go all the way to the floor, vibrate as if the ABS is kicking in, and then it works perfectly fine. I have made an appointment at another dealership and will keep you posted.
dmk26
Wynantskill, NY, USA
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