My wife has a 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco and it is making a cl...
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JimwF
256 days ago
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So, when this ticking noise occurs, are you slowing down or driving at highway speeds, or does it while idling at a stop sign?
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Customer
256 days ago
It ticks when it's idle and driving. It kind of stops when we accelerate.Today it caused my wife's car to stall twice on the highway
JimwF
256 days ago
Have you had the oil changed lately, or have you checked the oil level?
Customer
256 days ago
I haven't checked it but my wife checks the indicator on her car's computer regularly. She was told by the dealership to wait till it says 5% to change the oil
JimwF
256 days ago
Thank you. I'm just wondering if the ticking noise is due to low oil level. A low oil level will also cause the car to stall due to low oil pressure. Is there anyway you can check the oil level to confirm that this is not the issue?
Customer
256 days ago
She is having her dad check it right now. I'm at work so I can't physically do it. She will get back pretty quick
JimwF
256 days ago
Awesome! Thank you.
Customer
256 days ago
Ok she just got back to me and her computer says it has 28% oil life but it's bone dry. Sorry it took so long getting back to you
JimwF
256 days ago
WOW! not good. Better get some oil in there and hopefully there is no damage.
No worries getting back to me.
Customer
256 days ago
Fingers crossed there is no damage! Thank you for your help!
JimwF
256 days ago
You are very welcome. Thanks for using justanswer.
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