2014 Chevrolet Malibu · Repair Cost Breakdown
The case
“Engine has a tick at idle that's gotten louder over a month. Worse on cold starts. CEL with P0011 code.”
What it turned out to be
Variable valve timing solenoid stuck. Replaced both VVT solenoids, oil flush, fresh oil.
The repair bill
Total
$540
$540
Parts
$195
$195
Labor
$345
$345
Did you know?
VVT solenoids are killed by sludge. Owners who skip oil changes pay for these repairs.
🛠 Tools & parts for this kind of repair
- → Engine flush on Amazon
- → Chevy malibu vvt solenoid on Amazon
- → OBD2 scanner on Amazon
- → Engine oil (5qt) on Amazon
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