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Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.5 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 3 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 10 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: April 30, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2013 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 Full Synthetic as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls10 12V224000
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 31, 2012. AFTER AN EVENT OF HARD BRAKING, THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) MAY RESET ITSELF.
12V484000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
13V024000
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, manufactured December 6, 2011, through January 15, 2013. One or more rear suspension bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This may lead to sudden changes in vehicle handling.
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Technical Service Bulletins1546 All categories SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING STRUCTURE:BODY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SEATS STEERING VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD EXTERIOR LIGHTING STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR INTERIOR LIGHTING SERVICE BRAKES STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR SEAT BELTS EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR WHEELS TIRES FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY POWER TRAIN POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM SEAT BELTS:FRONT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE STRUCTURE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT AIR BAGS EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBS SUSPENSION POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA BACK OVER PREVENTION HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS UNKNOWN OR OTHER EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS SUSPENSION:REAR SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL VISIBILITY VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:CONTROLS EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) TIRES:SIDEWALL FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS TIRES:TREAD/BELT VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE WHEELS:RIM SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
PIC5428F SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK 2014-05-19
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access to the correct wheel bear per the Diagnostic Trouble Code that is set. If debris is found on the magnetic encoder ring it will needed to be cleaned.
PIP4902H ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2014-07-08
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.
PIP5163A ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2014-07-17
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
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