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Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications Chevrolet Malibu V

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INTRODUCTION

Use this article to quickly find specifications related to servicing and on-vehicle adjustments. This is a quick-reference article to use when you are familiar with proper adjustment procedures and only need a specification.

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Vehicle model is identified by fourth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN is stamped on metal pad on top of left end of instrument panel, near windshield.

CAPACITIES

ApplicationCold Crank Amps @ 0°F (-18°C)Reserve Capacity Minutes
2.4L60090

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Application(2) Quantity Qts. (L)
2.4L4.0 (3.8)
(1) Fluid capacities listed are approximate. Always fill to FULL mark. (2) Includes oil filter capacity.
(1)Fluid capacities listed are approximate. Always fill to FULL mark.
(2)Includes oil filter capacity.

FLUID CAPACITY (CRANKCASE) (1)

Application(2) Quantity Qts. (L)
2.4L11.3 (10.7)
(1) Fluid capacities listed are approximate. Always fill to FULL mark. (2) Includes heater.
(1)Fluid capacities listed are approximate. Always fill to FULL mark.
(2)Includes heater.

FLUID CAPACITY (COOLING SYSTEM) (1)

Application(3) Quantity Qts. (L)
3T404.0 (3.8)
4T40-E6.9 (6.5)
4T60-E & 4T65-E7.4 (7.0)
(1) Fluid capacities listed are approximate. Always fill to FULL mark. (2) Drain and refill capacity only. Does not include torque converter. (3) Dexron-III or Dexron-IIE.
(1)Fluid capacities listed are approximate. Always fill to FULL mark.
(2)Drain and refill capacity only. Does not include torque converter.
(3)Dexron-III or Dexron-IIE.

FLUID CAPACITY (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION) (1) (2)

SERVICE INTERVALS & SPECIFICATIONS

ComponentMiles
Air Cleaner30,000
Accessory Drive Belt(1) 60,000
Engine Coolant150,000
Fuel Filter(2)
Oil & Filter3000
Spark Plugs100,000
(1) Inspect and replace as necessary. (2) Periodic replacement is not required. Check and replace as necessary.
(1)Inspect and replace as necessary.
(2)Periodic replacement is not required. Check and replace as necessary.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS

ENGINE COMPRESSION

Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.

ApplicationSpecification
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Normal Compression Pressure(1)
Minimum Compression Pressure(1)
(1) Lowest compression reading should not be less than 70 percent of highest compression reading. No cylinder compression reading should be less than 100 psi 7 kg/cm 2 ).
(1)Lowest compression reading should not be less than 70 percent of highest compression reading. No cylinder compression reading should be less than 100 psi 7 kg/cm 2 ).

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE CLEARANCE

ApplicationIn. (mm)
2.4L(1)
(1) Equipped with hydraulic lifters. Adjustment is not required.
(1)Equipped with hydraulic lifters. Adjustment is not required.

VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

SPARK PLUGS

ApplicationAC Spark Plug
2.4L41-942

SPARK PLUG TYPE

ApplicationGap In. (mm)Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
2.4L.050 (1.27)13 (18)

SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: FIRING ORDER

IGNITION TIMING

Note. All models are equipped with an electronic computer-controlled ignition system. Timing on this system is not adjustable.

FUEL PUMP

Application(1) KOEO psi (kg/cm 2 )
2.4L41-47 (2.9-3.3)
(1) KOEO is ignition ON and engine OFF.
(1)KOEO is ignition ON and engine OFF.

FUEL PUMP PERFORMANCE

INJECTOR RESISTANCE

ApplicationOhms
2.4L(1) 1.9-2.3
(1) Injector resistance specification is at 50-95°F 10-35°C).
(1)Injector resistance specification is at 50-95°F 10-35°C).

INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE

Note. Idle mixture is controlled by Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Idle speed is preset by manufacturer and is not adjustable.

THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR

Note. TP sensor is not adjustable unless specified otherwise. For further testing procedures, refer to TESTS W/CODES - 2.4L article.

Application(1) Volts
2.4L0.35-4.65
(1) Voltage range is from idle position to wide open throttle position.
(1)Voltage range is from idle position to wide open throttle position.

TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT VOLTAGE