I'm having the same problem - I took it in to our mechanic as the lockset was also seized up from not being used. Turns out the new part (including the electric solonoid) is about $500. Our Malibu has nearly 200K on it & I felt it was not worth it. I'm trying to find a used one, but they don't seem to be around. Let me know if you find anything...
On the 2004 it is in the trunk on the Drivers side.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has 16 valves.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is a gas-powered vehicle.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has a 4-speed automatic.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has an inline 4 engine.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu's turning circle is 38 ft.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu runs on regular unleaded.
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has double overhead cam (DOHC).
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is 15 ft. 8.3 in. (188.3 in.) long.
The height of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is 4 ft. 9.5 in. (57.5 in.).
The curb weight of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is 3174 lbs..
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has 41.9 in. of front leg room.