Running bad

2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU
152,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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BURCHM3
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Makes a clunking noise when you put in gears idles rough and traction trouble light is on.
Mar 31, 2017 at 2:05 PM
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Hello,

We should start be checking of the engine has has a problem by doing a compression test, here is a guide to help you get started.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Best, Ken

Apr 3, 2017 at 12:10 PM
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