How does the oil life indicator system work and How to change the oil and Oil Filter on Chevrolet Malibu?

As for these vehicles, they come equipped with the oil life indicator system , an illumination of the indicator on the instrument panel after various factors, including the usage time and length, and others, have determined that the oil is worn out and needs change. This system is normally good for more miles, and often more than the 3000-mile standard for oil changes, but regular changes are good for the engine. If choosing to depend on the oil life indicator choose not to go beyond 10,000 miles up to the time of the next oil change. Oil changes are important in avoiding engine tear and wear because as the oil ages, it accumulates commodity. According to the ease of fixing and the negligible amount of money required, it is advisable to have the oil filter changed with the oil. In the preparation category, ensure that you have all the required tools and materials before start the work and have clean rags newspapers in case of any spills. As it will be mentioned when detailing the procedure of performing this task it is easier to access the underside of the vehicle if it is lifted on a hoist or using ramps, or placing jack stands. This should be done before the start of the test and the right type of oil for the particular engine must be readily accessible. After the vehicle is on the stands, remove the under vehicle splash shield and put a drain pan below the drain plug. Slowly turn the drain plug counterclockwise in order to have the oil drained out, followed by washing the drain plug and tightening it back. The next steps are; placing the drain pan directly below the oil filter, then unscrewing them and pouring the used filter into the drain pan. Replace the old and the new filters first to make sure they connote, clean the mounting area before installing the new filter apply a little amount of oil on the gasket of the filter. Finally, let all tools go, wait until the vehicle is lowered, and fill up fresh oil through the oil filler cap again, inspect the dipstick and briefly start the engine with an aim of inspecting for leaks. After a few minutes, retouch your oil level and add more if you have little amount than the normal oil. Safely eliminate the old oil, make sure it is recycled. The Oil Life Monitor continuously monitors engine conditions and needs to be reset each time the oil has been changed with a view of getting the next interval. For the cars of 2015-2016, start the engine and go to the vehicle information menu to reset the oil life gauge. In the latest models, you will see the Driver Information Controls where you are able to display and reset the oil life. Take care not to cause the oil life display to be reset at any other time other than this one.

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Chevrolet Malibu Filter, Oil
Part Number: 12605566
$15.47 MSRP: $29.18
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- Other Name: FILTER, Engine Oil Filter; Element, Filter, Filter Element, Oil Filter
- Replaces: 24460713, 12579143, 88917138
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2014 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, 4 DOOR HYBRID, 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, BASE 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, MAXX SS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, SS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Assembly, Oil (Cap W/Filter & Seal)
Part Number: 12605565
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- Other Name: FILTER, Engine Oil Filter
- Replaced by: 12737844
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2014 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, 4 DOOR HYBRID, 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, BASE 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, CLASSIC 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, MAXX SS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, SS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter,Oil
Part Number: 19210286
$4.53 MSRP: $8.54
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- Other Name: FILTER, Engine Oil Filter; Oil Filter
- Replaces: 19256043, 25171377
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L Diesel
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Kit,Oil
Part Number: 19260345
$7.78 MSRP: $14.68
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: FILTER KIT, Engine Oil Filter; Filter Element, Oil Filter
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2014 Chevrolet Malibu | LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Chevrolet Malibu FILTER ASM,OIL
Part Number: 19417843
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- Replaced by: 12743716
- Replaces: 12679952
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2018 Chevrolet Malibu | L 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.5L, 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Pkg,Oil
Part Number: 25329389
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- Other Name: FILTER KI
- Replaced by: 19391149
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR, LS 4 DOOR, LX 4 DOOR | 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Kit, Oil
Part Number: 95526686
$12.06 MSRP: $22.78
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- Other Name: Filter Element, Oil Filter
- Replaces: 55594652
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu | LT HYBRID 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.8L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Assembly, Oil
Part Number: 12710960
$5.60 MSRP: $10.04
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 19433934
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR HYBRID, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Chevrolet Malibu FILTER-OIL
Part Number: 12731172
$5.07 MSRP: $9.56
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Oil Filter
- Replaces: 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR, LS 4 DOOR, LX 4 DOOR | 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Assembly, Oil
Part Number: 12699847
$9.68 MSRP: $18.26
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- Other Name: Oil Filter
- Replaced by: 12743715
- Replaces: 12674698, 12670058, 12667194
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2018 Chevrolet Malibu | L 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.5L, 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Assembly, Oil
Part Number: 12708762
$5.63 MSRP: $10.62
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- Other Name: Filter, Oil Filter
- Replaced by: 19432234
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L
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Chevrolet Malibu FILTER-OIL
Part Number: 12731179
$5.62 MSRP: $10.60
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Filter, Oil Filter
- Replaces: 06437462, 19210285, 89017342, 19256044, 25014377, 6437462, 25010324
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, 4 DOOR HYBRID, 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, BASE 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, MAXX SS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, SS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 6 Cyl 3.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L Flex, 6 Cyl 3.9L
- 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Assembly, Oil
Part Number: 55581537
$50.45 MSRP: $80.44
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: FILTER, Engine Oil Filter; Oil Filter Housing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu | LT HYBRID 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.8L
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Chevrolet Malibu FILTER ASM-OIL
Part Number: 25206377
$5.19 MSRP: $9.81
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Product Specifications
- Replaces: 12640445, 12706595, 12683286, 12696048
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2024 Chevrolet Malibu | L 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, RS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.5L, 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Assembly, Oil
Part Number: 12690386
$5.60 MSRP: $10.04
You Save: $4.44 (45%)
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Oil Filter
- Replaced by: 19433934
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR HYBRID, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Chevrolet Malibu FILTER-OIL
Part Number: 12731175
$4.88 MSRP: $8.76
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Product Specifications
- Replaces: 19210284, 94632619, 96458873, 25010792, 25014233, 96395221, 96879797
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR, 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR, LS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LX 4 DOOR, MAXX SS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, SS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 6 Cyl 3.1L, 6 Cyl 3.5L
- 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter,Oil
Part Number: 25322835
Product Specifications
- Other Name: FILTER, Engine Oil Filter; Oil Filter
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 4 DOOR, LS 4 DOOR, LX 4 DOOR | 6 Cyl 3.1L
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Chevrolet Malibu Filter Asm,Automatic Transmission Oil
Part Number: 8638960
Product Specifications
- Other Name: FILTER, Transmission Oil Suction Tube; Filter
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L Diesel, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel

Chevrolet Malibu Oil Filter

Chevrolet Malibu automobile includes the Oil Filter that is responsible for maintaining the motor oil clean and hence the health of the motor. It works with the ability to capture and detain damaging particles and at the same time promoting free movement of oils it comes in either cellulose or synthetic media. For many years there have been two basic designs for Chevrolet Malibu: the replaceable element cartridge filters and the spin-on filters that include a metal housing to ensure that it hold up under high oil pressure as well as vibrations of the engine. For performance-oriented Malibu models it is possible to use non-standard spin-on oil filters that provide higher levels of filtration accuracy and flow rates necessary for powerful engines. These filters employ thicker canister walls along with the most superior synthetic media, so as to reduce impurities to up to 99% while maintaining immunity against such impacts. In general, the purpose of the Oil Filter is to help extend the engine's lifespan of the Chevrolet Malibu by removing some of the debris in the oil and as a result avoiding the risk of damaging the engine in any way.

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Chevrolet Malibu Oil Filter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How does the oil life indicator system work and How to change the oil and Oil Filter on Chevrolet Malibu?
A:
As for these vehicles, they come equipped with the oil life indicator system , an illumination of the indicator on the instrument panel after various factors, including the usage time and length, and others, have determined that the oil is worn out and needs change. This system is normally good for more miles, and often more than the 3000-mile standard for oil changes, but regular changes are good for the engine. If choosing to depend on the oil life indicator choose not to go beyond 10,000 miles up to the time of the next oil change. Oil changes are important in avoiding engine tear and wear because as the oil ages, it accumulates commodity. According to the ease of fixing and the negligible amount of money required, it is advisable to have the oil filter changed with the oil. In the preparation category, ensure that you have all the required tools and materials before start the work and have clean rags newspapers in case of any spills. As it will be mentioned when detailing the procedure of performing this task it is easier to access the underside of the vehicle if it is lifted on a hoist or using ramps, or placing jack stands. This should be done before the start of the test and the right type of oil for the particular engine must be readily accessible. After the vehicle is on the stands, remove the under vehicle splash shield and put a drain pan below the drain plug. Slowly turn the drain plug counterclockwise in order to have the oil drained out, followed by washing the drain plug and tightening it back. The next steps are; placing the drain pan directly below the oil filter, then unscrewing them and pouring the used filter into the drain pan. Replace the old and the new filters first to make sure they connote, clean the mounting area before installing the new filter apply a little amount of oil on the gasket of the filter. Finally, let all tools go, wait until the vehicle is lowered, and fill up fresh oil through the oil filler cap again, inspect the dipstick and briefly start the engine with an aim of inspecting for leaks. After a few minutes, retouch your oil level and add more if you have little amount than the normal oil. Safely eliminate the old oil, make sure it is recycled. The Oil Life Monitor continuously monitors engine conditions and needs to be reset each time the oil has been changed with a view of getting the next interval. For the cars of 2015-2016, start the engine and go to the vehicle information menu to reset the oil life gauge. In the latest models, you will see the Driver Information Controls where you are able to display and reset the oil life. Take care not to cause the oil life display to be reset at any other time other than this one.