2021 Chevrolet Malibu specs
Maintenance specs from the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu owner's manual. Open a spec for every version and the page it's printed on.
Engines covered: 1.5L L4 Engine (LFV), 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG)
Engine & fluids
Tires & wheels
Capacities & towing
Coolant
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L L4 Engine | 7.4 qtcapacity · engine cooling system capacity, based on the entire cooling system; approximate (no drain-and-refill amount given) | “I1.5L L4 Engine 7.0 L 7.4 qt” | PDF page 318 ↗ |
| 2.0L L4 Engine | 7.2 qtcapacity · engine cooling system capacity, based on the entire cooling system; approximate (no drain-and-refill amount given) | “I2.0L L4 Engine 6.8 L 7.2 qt” | PDF page 318 ↗ |
| All versions | DEX-COOLtype · 50/50 with clean, drinkable water | “50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.” | PDF page 313 ↗ |
Lug nut torque
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| All versions | 100 lb ftoriginal-equipment wheels, from the Capacities and Specifications table | “140 Y 100 lb ft” | PDF page 319 ↗ |
Spark plugs
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L L4 Engine (LFV) | 12683541part number · GM part number | “1.5L L4 Engine 12683541 41-156” | PDF page 314 ↗ |
| 1.5L L4 Engine (LFV) | 41-156part number · ACDelco part number | “1.5L L4 Engine 12683541 41-156” | PDF page 314 ↗ |
| 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) | 12647827part number · GM part number | “2.0L L4 Engine 12647827 41-125” | PDF page 314 ↗ |
| 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) | 41-125part number · ACDelco part number | “2.0L L4 Engine 12647827 41-125” | PDF page 314 ↗ |
| 1.5L L4 Engine (LFV) | 0.024–0.028 ingap · preset by the manufacturer; re-gapping not recommended | “0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–0.028 in)” | PDF page 319 ↗ |
| 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) | 0.030–0.035 ingap · preset by the manufacturer; re-gapping not recommended | “0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–0.035 in)” | PDF page 319 ↗ |
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