I just recently got a 2012 Chevy Malibu. Having problems starting the car, I try to crank the engine and it sounds weak with a clicking sound. Turn key off and try again and sometimes it starts right

Asked by Jc Aug 09, 2015 at 08:28 PM

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And sometimes once I'm able to start the
car the anti theft light stays on, so I gave to
wait ten min to reset plz help

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T_S_T answered 8 years ago

Have the battery load tested,if it is good,then have the ignition switch repaired,malibus are bad for them going out,there was a recall on the igintion switch.

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Jc answered 8 years ago

Thanks much will try that

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