2019 Chevrolet Malibu
Mileage
107,625
Service Date
3/20/2026
Services Performed
- Change oil & filter, check engine air filter, check tire pressures, top off fluids, and general safety inspection.
- REMOVE AND REPLACE PADS, CLEAN AND LUBRICATE CALIPER SLIDES, PINS, BUSHINGS AND CALIPER BRACKETS. REPLACE BRAKE ROTORS. TORQUE LUG NUTS ROAD TEST
- Rear brakes are metal to metal. Recommend also replacing rear brake calipers and bleed brakes. Vehicle may have additional issue due to no brake assist but this is the first step.
- REAR BRAKE JOB DISC REMOVE CALIPERS / RETRACT PISTONS, INSTALL NEW PADS, AND ROTORS CLEAN + LUBE CALIPER SLIDES, PINS, BUSHINGS. REASSEMBLE TORQUE LUG NUTS
- Access vacuum pump 's inlet port to verify vacuum- no presence of vacuum. Vehicle needs a new vacuum pump. Once vacuum pump is removed we can inspect camshaft to be sure the failed pump has not damaged the camshaft at rear of cylinder head. Inspection shows vacuum pump has seized and released debris. Will need to remove valve cover to gain access and remove all broken pieces. Recommend replacing spark plugs minimally while accessible and valve cover gaskets.
- VACUUM BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP – Remove & Replace – 1.5L Eng
- Clean broke debris release from seized brake booster pump. Replace all spark plugs and re- install original ignition coils. Replace valve cover gasket while accessible and test drive vehicle after repairs. At second cycle did the check engine light set.
- Tech found hair fused between elements which caused interference with readings. Cleaned mass air flow sensor and re installed. Test drove vehicle. After 2 cycles check engine light did not return. Vehicle needs fuel.
Jack C. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/21/2026
