What are the reasons for the Chevrolet Malibu engine failing to start?

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StVivienne
07/29/25 9:09pm
The reasons for the Chevrolet Malibu engine failing to start include not maintaining the engine on schedule, deterioration of engine oil and clogged oil filter, and a blocked air filter. Not maintaining the engine on schedule: Regular engine maintenance should be performed according to the maintenance schedule. When driving through areas with high humidity or excessive dust, relevant engine components should be inspected and maintained. Deterioration of engine oil and clogged oil filter: When engine oil passes through the fine holes of the oil filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is clogged, the engine oil cannot pass smoothly through the filter, which may cause the filter to burst or open the safety valve, allowing oil to bypass through the bypass valve and carry contaminants back to the lubrication points, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal pollution. Therefore, the engine oil filter needs to be replaced regularly. Blocked air filter: Depending on usage, the air filter should be cleaned regularly. High-pressure air can be used to blow dust out from the inside to the outside. Since the air filter is made of paper, the air pressure should not be too high to avoid damaging the filter.
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