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2010 malibu trouble starting Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Jennifermarshall New User Jan 12, 2014, 5:34 PM Post #1 of 4 (1890 views) 2010 malibu trouble starting Sign In 2010 Chevy Malibu 65k miles 2.4 liter engine The check engine light is on and had it checked at autozone and of course they tell me it's the O2 sensor, like they always do. I had them turn off the light and it stayed off until I reached 55mph. Car has trouble starting if it hasn't been started in 3+ hours. The car will not start unless I give it gas and once started the rpms are shaky. It almost feels like the car is going to die. After a minute or two the cars rpms stabilize. The exhaust has a strong chemically smell and sometimes it has a lite rotten egg smell, but only when I pull into my garage after driving does it have the rotten egg smell. The car shakes at 55+mph. I was told to reach 55+mph and then put the car in neutral to see if it still shakes and it does. There is also a "clicking/flapping noise", but only when the wheels are moving. Could this be the catalytic converter? If so is this covered under the powertrain warranty? Thanks so much! (This post was edited by Jennifermarshall on Jan 12, 2014, 5:41 PM) Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 12, 2014, 5:56 PM Post #2 of 4 (1861 views) Re: 2010 malibu trouble starting Sign In What is the exact code number? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Jennifermarshall New User Jan 12, 2014, 6:01 PM Post #3 of 4 (1858 views) Re: 2010 malibu trouble starting Sign In I don't know the exact code, but the guy said something about it spitting out rich codes. I didn't think to write them down because they always tell me it's the O2 sensor when I've had the check my other vehicles and that not be the problem, like I needed a new gas cap. I will run up there and have it checked again and write the codes down. (This post was edited by Jennifermarshall on Jan 12, 2014, 6:05 PM) kev2 Veteran Jan 13, 2014, 8:22 AM Post #4 of 4 (1820 views) Re: 2010 malibu trouble starting Sign In Auto Part stores such as AUTOZONE, OReilys, and others do FREE scans - write down no#s and post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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