Vehicle make/model = 2005 chevy malibu
Mileage = 64,000
Engine size = 4 cyl
dash lights = no
codes = no
work done prior = usual maintenance
work done to repair = replaced starter and battery
tech JK
question = car will not start when outside temp is cold. After it
warms up it will start and run great. Key turns, lights work and all but
car will not turn over.
JK:
Realy need to know if this is the Malibu new body, or Malibu classic.
On the new body style malibu, there is a computer(PCM) re-programming available to
correct an intermittant no crank condition.
On either body style, checking that the battery cable are clean and tight is the first step.
Next, see if the theft / security light is on after trying to start and it wont. That would indicate
a security problem. Other areas of concern are the ignition switch or starter relay.
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Mileage = 64,000
Engine size = 4 cyl
dash lights = no
codes = no
work done prior = usual maintenance
work done to repair = replaced starter and battery
tech JK
question = car will not start when outside temp is cold. After it
warms up it will start and run great. Key turns, lights work and all but
car will not turn over.
JK:
Realy need to know if this is the Malibu new body, or Malibu classic.
On the new body style malibu, there is a computer(PCM) re-programming available to
correct an intermittant no crank condition.
On either body style, checking that the battery cable are clean and tight is the first step.
Next, see if the theft / security light is on after trying to start and it wont. That would indicate
a security problem. Other areas of concern are the ignition switch or starter relay.
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