Engine Oil
5W-30
Conventional
Capacity
4 qt
with filter
3.7 qt without filter
Oil Filter
PF48
ACDelco (OEM)
OEM spec: GM6094M
The 2006 Chevrolet Malibu takes 5W-30 Conventional with a total capacity of 4 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF48, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 9 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2006 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF48) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Conventional as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-30
Oil type Conventional
Capacity (with filter) 4 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.7 qt
OEM spec GM6094M
Filter Options
OEM oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 15 mm
Thread M16x1.5
Torque spec 25 Nm
Gasket Rubber gasket
6th gen (2.2L Ecotec I4)
Type Dexron VI
Capacity 4 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Dex-Cool
Color Orange
Capacity 7.5 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Type GM Power Steering Fluid
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.040
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
ACDelco 171-1074 OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 18A passenger, 18"
Buy Rain-X 18-1 passenger, 18"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
05V486000
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE TIRE LABEL TABLE SPECIFIED THE 15 INCH SPARE FOR THE FRONT DISC/REAR DRUM BRAKE SYSTEM AND IT SHOULD SPECIFY A 16 INCH SPARE TIRE SIZE.
06V417000
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
09E012000
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Show all 9 recalls All categories VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES STEERING STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL AIR BAGS UNKNOWN OR OTHER POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS SEAT BELTS ENGINE EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE:THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
3030 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
POWER WINDOW CHATTER. *TT UPDATE 01012004. *TT
3057 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
SPEED SENSITIVE WIPERS. *TT
3057A VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
SPEED SINSITIVE WIPERS. *TC
Show all 95 TSBs(+92) Private Party
$3,420–$3,780
Dealer Retail
$3,960–$4,500
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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