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2000 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.1L Lack of power, warm
Posted to GM Driveability on 7/7/2010 18 Replies

This car always runs smoothly on all 6 cylinders. After reaching 180 degrees the power drops way off. The shortage of power feels as if the cat is totally plugged. The exhaust back pressure is minimal {1/4 of a lb} back pressure will jump to almost 1 lb when q...

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car Vehicle Data

2000 Chevrolet Malibu LS

VIN 1G1NE52J2Y
Engine3.1 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsLack of Power, Warm
OccursHot
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car Vehicle Data

2000 Chevrolet Malibu LS

VIN 1G1NE52J2Y
Engine3.1 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsLack of Power, Warm
OccursHot