I can’t believe the car shield is not replacing it with a reman transmission. The amount of time that he spent paying premiums in between The transmission replacements, he absolutely could have purchased a new transmission. Props that they’re actually replacing it, but shame on them for not replacing it with a reman. I’m sure the amount of monthly payments he has made he would be able to purchase one
@2fast4all7 ай бұрын
Former Malibu owner here. This 9th generation ran from 2016-Present (well until the day GM gives it the axe). This white one is the refresh for 2019-Present. They dropped the 6speed for the CVT. I had the 2016 LT and it was one bittersweet car. The fact this white one made it to 250K+ miles blows my mind but now I think about it GM finally listened to the customers with issues from 2016-2018. The engine blew on mine at 59K (even with recalls applied, oil changes to date, etc). Per GM they threw in a long block under powertrain warranty. That job would have cost me nearly $10k out of pocket. Around 120K my trans was acting odd. Long story short it would roll back on an incline, abrupt acceleration, eventually towards its death it wouldn't shift past 3rd gear anymore once it warmed up. I've gotten quotes for 3-5k or either used or re-man units. The highest quote was $7k for a brand new one. Sadly my car was only worth $4k at the end of the day. I sold it and went back to Honda. Total years of ownership: 6 years.
@gsm19911Ай бұрын
@@2fast4all who bought it?
@2fast4allАй бұрын
@@gsm19911 Carmax. Sent straight to auction.
@itsNEOfeo7 ай бұрын
Alex we want tutorials, diagnostics, 24/7 livestreams…all that😂
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 I’ll see what I can do lol
@jthonn7 ай бұрын
The CVT transmissions do not shift, they have no gears. They feel like they shift because of the change in ratio at different speeds (computer controlled). They are better now days than they use to be. To get more life or longevity out of them, change the fluid every once and awhile. Do not believe the lifetime fluid crap. They were designed for a better ride and fuel economy. People need to stop hating' on them, they are putting them in some Hondas and Toyotas now days, and they wouldn't if they are so terrible. That's my take on it Papa bear. Good video, I have heard terrible things about carshield, but it is evidently working for this guy.
@miguelvega77697 ай бұрын
Right and still need to change the fluid 😂😂they aren’t bad however it’s folks who beat on them all the time, and not change the fluid
@grandizer45317 ай бұрын
I had car shield and I cancelled. Too many complaints on BBB.
@mph58967 ай бұрын
You don't want a junk yard trans🤣
@k9under7 ай бұрын
@@mph5896 Especially a CVT 😁😁
@HotSizzleTv7 ай бұрын
@@k9underCVT
@dorianleclair73907 ай бұрын
changing your transmission fluid every 30,000 miles is important. That fluid looked like it was never changed.
@LoneWolfSparty6 ай бұрын
Every 30k is excessive if it's not a DSG.
@ninjatvlv61016 ай бұрын
@@LoneWolfSparty the issue is some of these are sealed systems so u have to get it checked or changed based on how its designed and what not.
@LoneWolfSparty6 ай бұрын
@@ninjatvlv6101 I know; I'm just saying, 30k seems REALLY early for a CVT/traditional transmission.
@chaptersawaiting67876 ай бұрын
@@LoneWolfSparty actually for a traditional automatic it would be excessive, but for a CVT that is what just about every manufacturer recommends, although we all know what they recommend is usually not amazing for it, my rule of thumb is is to halve the oil change interval that the manufacturer says, and 3/4 of what it says for transmission fluid changes, and the same 3/4 for any other consumables that are on an interval to be changed
@donnybrown79192 ай бұрын
min 50k max 100k
@jackieburch68757 ай бұрын
I’m glad I came across your channel about 2 months ago, love the flow between you and your wife, great team
@michaelcrockette86947 ай бұрын
the question should be is Chevy/GM worth it. a 150K Toyota transmission that is mainly highway driven will go at least twice as long. (especially with the immaculate care that you mentioned).
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
It really comes down to what a person can afford. A Chevy Malibu is probably more affordable than a Toyota… so if I look at it from this perspective, it’s probably worth it to that person.
@michaelcrockette86947 ай бұрын
ok. that makes sense, but for me I would probably take a chance on a slightly older Toyota than a newer Chevy (if I were in the market for a used car). but to each his own. I know many people are brand loyal so they will stick with that brand regardless. ❤️ ur channel, Alex!
@danielbonner83097 ай бұрын
Not everyone likes goofy looking Toyotas. They have their drivetrain problems too, especially now.
@bradhaines31426 ай бұрын
@@danielbonner8309 name any known issues with their cars, or hybrid drivetrains. id love to know. i know the new tundra had a waste gate defect that ended up being a supplier problem, fixed in the first year
@djames59317 ай бұрын
The one car I don’t see from gm come to shops a lot is the 2.5L ecotec Chevy Impala with the 6 speed automatic. Car I currently drive and so far it’s been great. 124,000 miles so far. Any info on them and any problems you may know of would be great! New body style not the limited (old body style) Love your content. God bless
@gemeinschaftsgeful7 ай бұрын
I got my 1999 Honda Accord rack and pinion replaced due to a big power steering fluid leak; mechanic put in an aftermarket replacement because there are no new OEM racks anymore. Leaked stopped for two weeks and now it's leaking like a fire hose again. Lots of aftermarket parts are crap. We need lemon laws for auto parts companies from a strong government consumer protection agency. It's not the mechanics fault for fixing it, and it's not my fault for wanting it fixed, it's the parts dealers' fault for dealing in junk. They should pay for all the labor to undo the work to put in and take out the junk they sell.
@StrongerThanBigfoot7 ай бұрын
I just did this to my 99 rav4 installed an aftermarket rack and pinion because no oem part available. It's still holding though. It's a real pain in the ass to do this job at least on a rav4. I hated it the whole time lol
@CowboyRolly7 ай бұрын
Alex we need to see a full tutorial of a complete tear down and put a new transmission in please thanks
@carlt69326 ай бұрын
I agree. Showing or at least telling weather he replaced the transmission oil cooler or flushed.
@s.garabet16777 ай бұрын
Christ alive! Those must be highway miles. 5 years old and on its second transmission is something Good on Carshield for paying for it.
@denisschneider59417 ай бұрын
Them damn CVT transmission! They are terrible
@lavonpegram59697 ай бұрын
Hallelujah Amen!
@rogerpozzi10607 ай бұрын
Nice instruction on bearing noise, pinpointing it! I want to know more about the cutlass in the next stall
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Gonna put a LS in it if u can find the time 😒
@innovatecoin99907 ай бұрын
would love to see a transmission replacement video in future good stuff man, just subbed. great attitude!
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the sub 🙏🏽
@freedouglas237 ай бұрын
I wanna see a tutorial. Transmission blew on my 2018 GMC terrain at 143k...a week after I changed the timing belt
@LoneWolfSparty6 ай бұрын
Belt? I hope you meant chains!
@daveisdead7 ай бұрын
Glad to find your channel man! You seem to take a lot of pride in your work. Wish you were closer so I can take my cars
@djdev30777 ай бұрын
Most people think its nice to have a car with a warranty, but its better to have a car that doesn't need a warranty.
@Hellcat717827 ай бұрын
Unfortunately with that theory ALL cars break down! ALL car dealerships have a service center
@Hellcat717827 ай бұрын
I don’t care if you drive a tank, if you don’t maintain it, you’ll eventually break down.
@Natethegreat200c6 ай бұрын
@@Hellcat71782from a Chrysler fan, I approve this message. I’m always telling people this. It’s not the car often time, it’s the OWNER.
@Natethegreat200c6 ай бұрын
@@Hellcat71782I too tell people “you think Toyota service guys are only doing oil changes”?😂😂😂. These people are DUMB
@Hellcat717826 ай бұрын
@@Natethegreat200c look at all the Tacoma trucks that are having their engines replaced. All these new trucks. Toyota use to be a good company now they’re like every other car brand
@migueldomina1902 ай бұрын
Thank you for the contribution you give on these videos,learn so much about cars.
@Jfromhtown7 ай бұрын
Love the videos, you are a trust worthy mechanic , they’re not alot of people like you
@ryans4136 ай бұрын
Dam almost 300,000 some miles on a car that’s only 5 years old. Whoever owns this car drives a lot.
@AlexTheCarDoctor6 ай бұрын
Uber and Lyft!
@XTRABIG4 ай бұрын
for real. i had to rewind to make sure i heard correctly
@gemeinschaftsgeful7 ай бұрын
Buy a Honda or Toyota and change the transmission fluid at least once every two years along with filter if it has one, and the transmission will last the life of the car---usually about 300,000. Keep your money in your pocket and not in Car Shield's.
@damian.7397 ай бұрын
Generally a good rule especially with older ones. The Honda 1.5 liter turbo is terrible though for Hondas now a days. Also not for for Honda transmissions but Toyotas transmissions are not as good as they to be. The early 2000s Honda transmissions were not good.
@loisdeeded8875 ай бұрын
WITHOUT A DOUBT THE BIGGEST SCAM ON TV, BBB GIVES THEM A WELL DESERVED F RATING, AND 1000S OF COMPLAINTS, I KNOW FOR A FACT NO DEALERSHIP IN MY AREA WILL TAKE CAR SCAM. The CARSHIELD TUBE PAGES BLOCK POSTING FOR A REASON
@jasonhooper76827 ай бұрын
Always be hate people but just ignore them ur the win look around fix car makers better we need more people like axle car king
@arnezwashingtonwashington55817 ай бұрын
How in the world a 2019 Chevy Malibu have a 269,000 miles on it
@Kingmuhammad927 ай бұрын
He probably uses the car for work like Uber or something similar
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Yeah he does ride share
@kristianyoung24297 ай бұрын
I work at a Toyota dealer and service a 2020 rav4 that is about to hit 400k
@ninjatvlv61016 ай бұрын
@@kristianyoung2429 hondas toyotas and a few nissans ive seen get great mileage ic taken care of.
@elkuartostudio3 ай бұрын
I have a 2016 2LT with only 64k miles. 269k is too much😮
@Orangetantrum227 ай бұрын
From what I’ve heard is stay away from the new cruze’s and Malibus because they tend to have a lot of coolant and transmission problems
@chaptersawaiting67876 ай бұрын
I think the correct term instead of shifting would be that a cvt “adjusts”
@AlexTheCarDoctor6 ай бұрын
I like that!
@emmettturner94523 ай бұрын
First video of yours I’ve seen and when you did the test drive I could instantly tell you were in Georgia! Here’s hoping you’re local for me and my ‘20 Malibu. :)
@emmettturner94523 ай бұрын
CVTs may not “shift” but they still have to slip and lock in, right? Is there a torque converter? Maybe “lock” should be the CVT version of “shift.”
@TRE4RAISEDME7 ай бұрын
After this transmission in, did you have to do any computer work with your scanner?
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
I had to do a re-learn with my scan tool
@tjleland26707 ай бұрын
All you had to do was hold down the traction button until it says Stabilitrak off
@alexandergunaka6667 ай бұрын
I think it would be good if you explain the difference between a transmission and a transaxle.
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Noted 📝
@JDMSwervo20017 ай бұрын
150k miles per transmission is terrible
@ICYUNV7 ай бұрын
Well it's not a new transmission the second time we know that much
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Right! The initial replacement was used also…
@AlonzoJohnson-l4m4 ай бұрын
Lube and replace
@michaelpickarts76837 ай бұрын
@ Alex the car doctor have you ever been pulled over by law enforcement while driving a customer's vehicle before or after a repair?
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Not technically, a car ran me off the road while test driving a customers car and the police were called. The other driver was at fault.
@elmayimbe_the_amateur_mechanic7 ай бұрын
If they would drain and fill the fluid every 30,000 miles that transmission will last longer.
@JasPlun7 ай бұрын
Alex today I found out the local Toyota Dealer that services my wife's car over filled it by 3 and a half qrts. It was serviced on 4/9/24 wife drove it home probably did not hit 70 on way home then for a couple of days back and forth to work short commutes 5 miles. 4/12/24 we head to town to eat and I get the car a 2020 Toyota Camry SE to 75 set cruise and not long after it starts stalling and then emits a ton of smoke out the back. I immediately pulled over and checked the oil level knowing it just got serviced. It was too full so we contacted the dealer to document and I stopped at a local oil change where they witnessed it over filled and let me use them as witnesses if needed in future. They drained all that oil out and it runs fine now. I am concerned that some damage could have been done like maybe to Cat converters or elsewhere so I contacted Toyota with pictures telling them I want anything that could have been effected inspected for damage. I do not think much damage was done, but what are your thoughts on it. Could it have damage in such a short time or not. I will wait for Toyotas response, but to think you cannot even trust the company that represents Toyota. I can expect it from a Walmart, but a Toyota dealer? Already made sure my wife knows to check it after any service and word to everyone else always check it your self:P Car is still under powertrain warranty so I am good . I always used dealer for service while under warranty and then service myself when warranty is up. By the way that CVT might make it to 200k if serviced every 25-30k I seen a Nissan Maxima with a CVT original with 200k miles on it, but the guy serviced it every 25k-30k miles fluid and filter.
@jimsix99297 ай бұрын
Alex, I have changed fluid on 3 of those recently, because of you video on the top problems on that GM suv, I never knew it was recommended at 30,000 and a good friend that owns a transmission shop says 20,000 so I called everyone I know that has one, the fluid coming out looks really bad, last one I only got 3 quarts of really dark fluid, no dipstick so it never gets checked, going to dads house next month to do his he has 33,000 200 mile trip but I am going to do it for him
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@lavonpegram59697 ай бұрын
Have a blessed day!
@rocketrodlover3 ай бұрын
Alex do you know if he ever replaces the transmission fluid? If the engine lasted that long I’m surprised that the original CVT didn’t if the fluid was changed regularly. I have the same car and it’s still new so I’m having a little anxiety about it but I intend on replacing the fluid every 30 K.
@RomanM8037 ай бұрын
How’s the 18-21 Mazda 6 2.5 turbo reliability wise I don’t hear any issues with them. Love the maxima sr but that cvt is not it and the k5 GT has transmission issues with the DCT transmission.
@KENDRO1K4 ай бұрын
I appreciate your content just wanted to know did replacing the brake vacuum pump on the chevy malibu stop the noise coming from the rubber boot
@cosmiccivic21247 ай бұрын
Nice exit at the end f
@gmo47192 ай бұрын
Yes, I want tutorial on the transmission that Malibu
@alexlevingston6 ай бұрын
Are you sure it's just the torque converter and not the transmission itself?
@kylesylvester61396 ай бұрын
Im a mechanic not a nurse.
@iamanme59767 ай бұрын
Hello Dr.. what is the verdict on these types of coverages... Can you comment on them
@ChrisPatrick-q6k7 ай бұрын
We know that here in the UK as the Vauxhall Insignia, or on the Continent the Opel Insignia 😊 Dr does he get the box serviced, or is that 150,000 on the original oil?
@jtworthy55977 ай бұрын
Alex, I have a 2016 Chevy impala (NEW BODY STYLE) with 99,000 mile on it and it’s been experiencing transmission flares when it’s hot outside so I was going to replace it with the use one with low miles like 50 or 60,000. Do you think that’s an good idea especially if you on a budget!
@yodead3697 ай бұрын
I think you should never buy a GM product without a lifetime warranty. Garbage! Trade it now!
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Have you been servicing the transmission?
@jtworthy55977 ай бұрын
@@AlexTheCarDoctor Yes every 45,000
@jtworthy55977 ай бұрын
@@yodead369 you’re absolutely right that’s where I mess up but you live and learn.
@yodead3697 ай бұрын
@@jtworthy5597 any car can fail, regardless of the brand, unfortunately.
@ro5333 ай бұрын
I have 2017 Malibu 2.0T 9 speed. Garbage car on my 2 transmission 1st 37k miles now 50k and $5,000 for job .
@syedgilani71086 ай бұрын
Pretty good for 150k trans? Since when? Toyota can last like 300k. Maybe more if you do regular trans servicing. I am on 120k on my subaru 5 speed NA. Still feels like new.
@AlexTheCarDoctor6 ай бұрын
Since we live in a country that sells us crappy cars 😂😩 top 3 are Toyota, Subaru, and Honda…
@syedgilani71086 ай бұрын
@AlexTheCarDoctor american and Euro cars are complete trash, especially new ones. It is completely unacceptable to think that the lifetime of an american or euro car is 150k, after which the car will be junked because the trans or engine blew up. Unbelievable. SMH.
@michaelrodriguez17882 ай бұрын
Like how u running shop 💪❣️
@hamishr23677 ай бұрын
Brought to you by car shield
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
Not at all. I’m just trying to show the public a track record of approved claims vs failed claims from an auto mechanic perspective. So they can make an informed decision on whether they should get Car Shield or not.
@IsaiahLove-go2kx3 ай бұрын
I wonder if this rideshare driver services his transmission instead of letting his car transmission die ?
@AlexTheCarDoctor3 ай бұрын
@@IsaiahLove-go2kx yes all the time, and it still dies unfortunately
@cocodelight50777 ай бұрын
We want to see a tutorial.
@IMOVERVIEW7 ай бұрын
@alex i need your advise so i own audi a3 2015 2.0 tfsi and a chevy cuze 1.4l eco 2016 they both have 145k miles and the transmission has never been services so if i drain and refill will that prolog the life of the transmission or will it starts slipping and better leave it as i'm on a borrowed time till it breaks ? thank you
@XTRABIG4 ай бұрын
that's a tuff one. On My Jeep i did the transmission drain by just dropping the pan at about 155k. appx 4qts. and replaced just that. and the filter. transmission improved dramatically!! i did another drain at appx 175k. no issues. it's risky but i did it cus my transmission was acting up. 2007 Jeep GC going on 194k
@IMOVERVIEW4 ай бұрын
@@XTRABIG thx so much 😊
@Steve-hp8tm7 ай бұрын
Got a 2009 kia rio beater with a heater for work same engine an trans just turned 210,000 miles an im hard on it.
@johnf.69427 ай бұрын
So it would seem that car shield is for real.
@mandeepdhillon8452Ай бұрын
Hello bro can you me tell me where is thermostat locate in chevy melibu 1.5 LT 2017 PLEASE
@kai4kai4 ай бұрын
I wanna see a transmission videos
@AlonzoJohnson-l4m4 ай бұрын
Me too
@jameerj57335 ай бұрын
How much does it cost for a transmission repair/installation???
@HotSizzleTv6 ай бұрын
Does car shield pay you well for the repairs
@AlexTheCarDoctor6 ай бұрын
They just pay what I would charge the customer if the customer was paying for it. Nothing extra. Sometimes they try to negotiate, but I stand firm
@prettytay196 ай бұрын
I wish I can bring my car to you
@rickyjabz2477 ай бұрын
Also ive been experiencing shift flares on my auto chevy malibu 2017 they come and go. someone told me i have fast learn/ calibrated it is that true
@antoniomarc71747 ай бұрын
Great work 👍👍
@E90_335xi7 ай бұрын
I got a 2011 bmw 328xi with 208 and runs like new
@Codyjrt7 ай бұрын
Car Shield deceives us? *Gasp*
@northpoint10397 ай бұрын
Im not a fan of CVT's or Car Shield. My question is, I wonder how many miles are on that used CVT ? . Perhaps its only going to go about 20k and die also. Interesting also would be what the monthly payment to Car Shield is. If they had gotten a new CVT then I would say its a good time to drop their coverage and just put the money into CD's and let the interest build up also. I will just keep driving my 2008 Lucerne - 165K on it - runs like a top. Im sorry but I do not trust any of the new cars. In fact, I hate that info center they put in them. Not sure you can swap it out for an after market radio.
@willbutler26397 ай бұрын
a used transmission was put in the first time it was replaced it. It’s no guarantee how long it’s going to last. But that’s how carsheild works. The customer pays nothing but a small deductible but they’re going to get used parts. So let it break and carsheild will pay for it again.
@willbutler26397 ай бұрын
Also he said at the end of the video the customer got 150k miles out of it himself but when the customer got the transmission it had 60 k on it. That transmission had over 200k miles on it. If you get 150k out of a transmission with and unknown background. You should count your blessings and be glad you got 100k out of a used transmission
@IsaiahLove-go2kx3 ай бұрын
@@willbutler2639maybe if he serviced the transmission and changed the fluid it probably will last longer
@rickyjabz2477 ай бұрын
Did u have to swap the tcm with the original
@30warzonesp7 ай бұрын
You know we want to a tutorial 😂😂😂
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
😂😂 some people be hating on my tutorials
@llwizzoll7 ай бұрын
Didn’t they try once before but the WORKERS voted no union.
@randykimbrough30464 ай бұрын
300,000 miles 😮😮😮
@juliuso.harris20297 ай бұрын
I'm located in the Buford, GA area. Where's your shop? I would like to visit you.
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
I’m in Morrow, Ga
@kylewilliams46647 ай бұрын
I wanna see a tutorial
@peachyclean937 ай бұрын
I'll keep my Chrysler 200S thank you.
@yodead3697 ай бұрын
😂 you do that
@jimh93322 ай бұрын
@@peachyclean93 you are a dang fool boy that car is one of the biggest pos ever made
@jeffgrise43867 ай бұрын
Alex what warranty company do you recommend?
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
I like Car Shield, Protect My Car & Endurance. Those are the ones I deal with the most.
@michaelpatton50127 ай бұрын
You need to show how to you do a relearn.
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
I gotcha on the next one!
@kyledrakeusaАй бұрын
Tutorial please, I need to replace mine lol
@pantae29467 ай бұрын
Wow so car shield works
@jdovecity15 ай бұрын
Ofcourse they work lol
@timcrawford87227 ай бұрын
I see bad reviews on car Shield so how did this one get lucky
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
I actually do car shield claims all the time. They’ve only denied like 3 people that I can remember. It’s all about what’s in the contract and is the customer maintaining their car…
@timcrawford87227 ай бұрын
@@AlexTheCarDoctor glad to have you clarify because the bbb reviews are horrible and even seen some KZbin videos
@bobbyserchion7 ай бұрын
How much you charge to install a used lexus gs350 awd engine😢😮😂
@tiehnporesources70787 ай бұрын
300k miles wow
@AlonzoJohnson-l4m4 ай бұрын
Car sheild vs AAA
@AlexTheCarDoctor4 ай бұрын
I haven’t done a AAA claim yet. So I have to go with Carshield by default
@zaunbeene97576 ай бұрын
Do the tutorial
@jaxsonhugh93347 ай бұрын
Car shield…….biggest scam in the auto industry
@B-RY5565 ай бұрын
Cvt transmission
@AlexTheCarDoctor5 ай бұрын
Yeah
@johnnaphier28237 ай бұрын
Car shield doesn't pay out claims I took my business to Protect my Car
@AlexTheCarDoctor7 ай бұрын
I like Protect My Car! They don’t seem to make you jump through as many hoops 💯
@johnnaphier28237 ай бұрын
@AlexTheCarDoctor That's for sure very laid back people always willing to help and they will try to work out some of ur quotes negotiate em more reasonable rate as well
@J_J_Ander7 ай бұрын
Would you recommend Car Shield?
@dominicobiriyeboah14337 ай бұрын
I'm a mechanic please do you need medicine to work for you
@J_J_Ander7 ай бұрын
GBODY!!!!😅
@Centralflorida227 ай бұрын
Lol
@jeffgrise43867 ай бұрын
Cvt
@k9under7 ай бұрын
See the USA in a chevrolet, america is asking u to call, drive your chevrolet thur the USA america the greatest land of all.