Expert Answers about Chevrolet Malibu
- Installation Details for RoadMaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs # RM-155 on 2008 Buick Enclave
- You will need to drill a 1 inch hole behind the red lenses on your 2008 Buick Enclave. The RoadMaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs, # RM-155 uses standard # 1157 (# A1157B) automotive bulbs which measure 1.83 inches tall and 0.97 inches wide. The sockets measure 0.95 inches where they attach to the taillight housing.
Roadmaster says to drill a 1 inch hole in the taillight housing behind a red lens to fit the socket. Once the bulb is inserted in the socket it requires 1/4 inch clearance...
view full answer... - Will I Need To Trim Bumper and Lower Exhaust To Install Curt hitch C12272 on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
- Yes, for installation, you will need to temporarily lower the exhaust to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # C12272, on your 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The best way to lower the hangers, is to apply some WD-40 to the rubber mounts to slide the hanger loose.
You will not need to trim the bumper fascia of your Malibu sedan, but you will need to do a bit of drilling. I attached the install instructions for you to learn more.
For a drawbar, you will need # C45521, and pin and clip...
view full answer... - Tow Bar Wiring Recommendations for Flat Towing a 2011 Chevy Malibu 1LT with a 2010 Jayco Seneca
- For tow bar wiring you basically have three options to choose from.
You can use the magnetic lights like you are familiar with, like a RoadMaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights, part # RM2120.
You can use a diode kit like the Tail Light Isolating Diode System, part # 38955, that you referenced. If you are looking for the highest quality diode kit on your 2011 Chevy Malibu you would want the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, part # RM-154.
Or you can use a bulb light kit like...
view full answer... - How to Find the Stop Light Wire for Installing a Tekonsha Prodigy on a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
- I would not bring a wire back from the taillight to activate the Prodigy. Re-connect the brake pedal connector. By disconnecting them, you may have severed the ground connection and you would not be able to determine which goes active when the pedal is pressed.
Use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to pierce the shielding on the brake pedal wires while holding the pedal down. When you find one that is live, release the pedal. If the circuit tester indicates that the wire no longer has...
view full answer... - Procedure and Hardware for Trailer Hitch Installation on a 2012 Chevy Malibu
- The frame is hollow so there is nothing for self-tapping hardware to grip. Also, frame steel is generally very strong and can even require a special drill bit (rotabroach) so self-tapping hardware would have an even harder time installing. I have linked the installation instructions.
If you plan on doing some towing then the correct ball mount is # C45522. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch use # 19258. For trailer wiring use # 118450. Then you would also need a Pin and...
view full answer... - Dinghy Tow Preparation for 2014 Chevrolet Malibu
- I took a look at the Recreational Towing section of your 2014 Chevrolet Malibu owner's manual. As you mentioned, you will remove fuse 8, 22 and 24 from the instrument panel fuse block. This is done to prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed. The manual does not state that it is required to run the vehicle's engine at any particular interval during trips, however if you are concerned about the battery draining, you can do this to occasionally provide it some charge.
I...
view full answer... - Fitting the SportRack Semi Custom Roof Rack to a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
- The SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack, part # SR1010, installs at the following location on a 2017 Chevy Malibu 4-Door:
The front bar is set to # 30, and is positioned 7 inches away from the top of the windshield.
The rear bar is set to # 29, and is positioned 27 inches away from the front bar.
view full answer... - SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack Install For A 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
- To begin installation of the SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack part # SR1010 on your 2017 Chevrolet Malibu, open the passenger's- and driver's-side doors. Make sure that the screws that hold the clamps in the roof-rack feet are loose before positioning the feet on your roof.
For the front crossbar, you will need to measure from the top of the windshield and place the crossbar 9" back from that point. The feet should be positioned 30" apart from each other. The second crossbar will need to...
view full answer... - How Does Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118450 Install on a 2010 Chevy Malibu
- There are two possible trailer wiring options for the 2010 Chevy Malibu depending on which model you have. All models except the LTZ, use the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118450. This is a T-One harness that plugs in line with the vehicle taillights. The connectors with the yellow wire go to the left taillight and the connectors with the green wire connect to the right taillight. The white ground wire gets attached to the bare metal surface behind the left taillight. I have included...
view full answer... - Locating Hole in End of Frame Rail to Install Curt # C12051 on 2011 Chevy Malibu
- According to the installation instructions, the hole in the end panel will not be present on all models of the Malibu. Since it is not present on your vehicle, the hole will need to be drilled as outlined in the installation instructions. According to Curt, the steel you will need to drill through is VERY tough, and you will need high-quality carbide drill bit to get this done.
I have linked you to a copy of the installation instructions.
view full answer... - Does Jounce Bumper Get Removed when Installing AirLift Suspension Enhancement on a 2005 Chevy Malibu
- The installation instructions for the AirLift kit # AL60776 can be a little confusing. But after reviewing them on a 2005 Chevy Malibu you will not do anything with the jounce bumper. Just leave it in place. Do not remove the bumper because that can cause fit and performance issues.
view full answer... - C56387 - Is It Ok To Connect Power Wire To Accessory Outlet Instead Of Directly To Battery?
- No, you cannot run the power feed wire on the Curt # C56387 to an accessory outlet in the back seat. The hot lead MUST be ran directly to the battery. This is the only way to ensure your car's wiring and electrical systems are not otherwise damaged/affected. I know getting the wire to the battery can be a bit of a hassle, but it needs to be done.
I have linked our install video below if you want to take a look.
view full answer... - Installation of Roadmaster EZ Base Plates for a 2006 Chevy Malibu
- If you are talking about the shape of the removable arms on base plate kit # 523120-1, they have a shank that is round. If you are talking about the frame on a 2006 Chevy Malibu then take a look at the video I have included that shows a typical installation on a 2007 model which will be very similar to a 2006. There are some square holes in the frame that you will see in the video.
view full answer... - Time Needed to Install Blue Ox # BX1679 Base Plates on 2012 Chevy Malibu
- According to Blue Ox, the # BX1679 base plate kit would take an experienced technician approximately 3 hours to complete the installation. For a novice, it would be considerably longer, depending on their level of mechanical skill. I've linked you to the installation instructions as well as to an install video.
To complete you flat towing set-up, you'll also need a tow bar, a wiring solution, safety cables and a supplemental braking system.
For a towbar, I'd recommend the Blue Ox Alpha,...
view full answer... - Is Drilling Needed to Install a Powered Trailer Wiring Harness in 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
- Routing the 12V power wire for a powered trailer wiring harness like the Tow Ready T-One # 118602 may require some drilling. Often there will be existing holes and/or wiring grommets that can be used but in some instances drilling a new hole will make the installation process easier. You just want to be very careful to check the area where you intend to drill to ensure there are no critical components behind it, such as other wiring, a brake line or a fuel line. If you do end up drilling...
view full answer... - Wiring a 2010 Malibu LTZ with LED Tail Lights for Flat Towing with a Tow Bar
- I have spoken with one of our friends at Roadmaster who told me that using the Roadmaster Universal Diode Wiring Kit, part # RM-154, will work just fine with your Malibu LTZ.
If you will click on the provided link below which will take you to the product description page, you will see diagrams that illustrate the installation procedure.
We also have an installation video that shows the wiring kit being installed on a 2006 Jeep Liberty. Although the video shows the installation on a...
view full answer... - Will Roadmaster StowMaster Car-Mounted Tow Bar Fold While Mounted to 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
- I contacted our representative at Roadmaster and he confirmed that the RoadMaster StowMaster Car-Mounted Tow Bar, part # RM-501, will fold up while still mounted to the front of your 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. Part # RM-501 will work great with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 523145-5.
In addition to a tow bar and base plate kit, you will also need safety cables and wiring for lights or towing lights.
For safety cables, I recommend RoadMaster 68 Inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables,...
view full answer... - Should the Power Wire for the Curt # C56387 be routed Inside or Outside on a 2018 Chevy Malibu
- Typically the power wire for a wiring harness like the T-Connector # C56387 that you are installing on your 2018 Chevrolet Malibu is routed outside and under the vehicle. If you can locate a grommet like part # A11GB at the rear of your vehicle you can then route the wire outside without drilling through your Malibu. Be sure to seal it back up with a gasket maker like part # LT37467.
Once outside we usually try to route the wire through the frame as that will keep it protected pretty well....
view full answer... - How to Determine Proper D-Ring Spacing In an Enclosed Car Hauler Trailer
- Since you are planning on installing these Trailer D-Rings # RR06 in a plywood floor I would recommend you also get the Backing Plate # BP06 to offer better support than just the wood of your trailer floor.
As far as the placement of them in your trailer, you will need to consider what vehicles you will be transporting. If it will be only one vehicle I would recommend loading that car in the trailer and then strategically place the D-rings to give you the best possible mounting points...
view full answer... - What Functions Do the Green and Yellow Wires on the Tekonsha 118689 Correspond To
- Wires on a trailer wiring harness like the Tekonsha # 118689 will be color coded as a standard; the green wires will correspond to the right side and the yellow wires to the left side. I've linked some helpful articles on vehicle wiring, which includes some diagrams, that you might feel helpful.
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