Hybrid Car Maintenance & Repair for 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
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2013 Chevrolet Malibu Maintenance
A little service can go a long way. Select a maintenance service below to learn about properly caring for your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Questions About 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Systems
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Are Chevrolet Malibu hybrid vehicle systems more expensive to repair? The answer is, it depends. Some high voltage components are only available as parts of bigger units. Note that we do offer promotional financing with the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
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Why is the gas mileage on my Chevrolet Malibu getting worse? Let us check it out. Worsening fuel economy in your Chevrolet Malibu may be related to a worn out or bad high voltage battery pack.
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What does an illuminated check engine light mean on my Chevrolet Malibu? Your Chevrolet Malibu check engine light is trying to tell you something! It might be because there is a dirty oxygen sensor or a bad fuse. Or, something more serious could be going on, like misfiring. It's a good idea to come in for a diagnostic when you notice an illuminated check engine light.
Everyday Service for Your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
Schedule an appointment for hybrid maintenance and repair. Firestone techs know all about your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu! You read that right, you don't have to go to the Chevrolet dealership for hybrid vehicle service. From the front suspension to the rear lights, your hybrid 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be cared for like it was our own. Put your trust in our trained technicians for routine maintenance for your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, including tire repair and service, cabin filter replacement, brake pad/rotor replacement, wheel alignment, A/C service, and even windshield wiper replacement. Learn all about our hybrid car services here, and schedule a convenient appointment for Chevrolet Malibu maintenance.
2013 Chevrolet Malibu High Voltage Services
Every hybrid vehicle is different. Some are called "hybrids" because they use battery power to propel or help propel the vehicle, some hybrids may or may not plug-in to charge, and some may or may not have regenerative braking. And did you know? Some hybrid cars come with a traditional 12-volt battery along with a high-voltage battery. With so much variation in hybrid vehicles, your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu needs someone who knows it inside and out. We'll help your hybrid run newer, longer. Your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care location is fully equipped to provide conventional and low voltage services for all hybrid makes and models, including your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Select locations also provide high voltage services. A high voltage service is anything that requires removing the Chevrolet's high voltage safety/service disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Call before scheduling an appointment to check which high voltage services are offered at your location. Some of these high voltage vehicle services might include:
Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we identify the symptoms, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu in to identify the root cause. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With the details gathered, your technician can assess your hybrid car problems and perform additional tests, if needed. We won't perform any repairs without your approval.
Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: The technician will examine your Malibu's battery filter (if applicable) and clean up its ducts and other pieces. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries. Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)
High voltage cable inspection: The technician will inspect the exterior of the cable jackets and connectors on your 2013 Malibu and test to confirm that high voltage isn't making its way to the chassis. They'll notify you if a new cable is needed.
Isolation test: This test involves using a special tool to check for any high voltage pieces that may be "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.
Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is the high voltage battery inside your Chevrolet Malibu failing or weak? Let us replace it for you.
Health check for power electronic systems: We'll check the regenerative braking, power inverter, and/or electric drive machine(s)/motor(s) in your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
These are only a few of the specialized hybrid car services that could be provided at your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care. Call ahead to confirm!
Hybrid Maintenance for Your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
You don't have to wait for abnormal smells, leaks, or noises to make an appointment for hybrid vehicle service. Investing in 2013 Chevrolet Malibu manufacturer suggested maintenance is one of the best ways to help avoid repairs from the get-go! Your nearby technician can tackle your Malibu scheduled maintenance to help keep your vehicle running newer, longer.
At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we're working to shape the future of hybrid vehicle care. You are, too, just by driving and taking care of your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu! Book an appointment soon for trustworthy hybrid car repair and maintenance for your 2013 Malibu! Tons of locations remain open into the evening and on weekends.