Chevrolet 2005 Malibu Spezifikationen

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

Heated SeatsYour vehicle may have heated front seats.The buttons are locatedon the outboard cornerof the driver and frontpassenger seat.Press the top

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running Your Engine While YouAre ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorThis mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjustthe angle of the mirror, move the mirror to a position thatallows y

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith OnStar®The vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearviewmirror with the OnStar®System.The automatic dimming fea

Both mirrors can manually be folded by pulling themtoward the vehicle. This feature may be usefulwhen going through a car wash or a confined space.Push

OnStar®ServicesFor new vehicles equipped with OnStar®, the Safe andSound Plan is included for the first year. You canextend this plan beyond the first y

HomeLink®TransmitterHomeLink, a combined universal transmitter andreceiver, provides a way to replace up tothree hand−held transmitters used to activa

Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehiclesas well as for future HomeLink®programming. It is alsorecommended that upon the sale of the veh

If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two secondsand then turns to a constant light, continue withSteps 6 through 8 following to complete theprogr

Erasing HomeLink®ButtonsTo erase programming from the three buttons do thefollowing:1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons untilthe indicator

But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. E

Center Console Storage AreaThere is a storage compartment in the center consolearea. To open the lower compartment, pull up onthe release at the front

The panel can be used in this position if you needadditional space above the panel. Place the cargo ontop of the panel in this position.{CAUTION:If yo

Notice: Driving with the panel extended into thetable position could damage your vehicle. Alwayshave the panel in the stored position while youare dri

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-39Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-39Oil Pressure Light ...

✍ NOTES3-3

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Side Window Outlets. See Climate Control Systemon page 3-22.B. Turn Signal/Multifunc

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

To tilt and telescope the wheel, pull down the lever.Then move the wheel to a comfortable position, pull upthe lever to lock the wheel in place. The w

Head RestraintsThe head restraints on both the front and rear seats areadjustable. Press the button on the side of the postto adjust the head restrain

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) andtwo downward (for left) positions. These positions allowyou to signal a turn

Windshield WipersUse this lever located on the right side of the steeringwheel to operate the windshield wipers.9(Off): Move the lever to this positio

Windshield WasherTo wash your windshield, push in the button at the endof the stalk until the washers begin.{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use y

Cruise ControlIf your vehicle has cruise control, you can maintain aspeed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more withoutkeeping your foot on the accelerato

The cruise control buttons are located on thesteering wheel.J (On/Off): Press this button to turn the cruisecontrol system on and off.+RES (Resume): P

Reducing Speed While UsingCruise ControlIf the cruise control system is already engaged,• Push and hold the −SET part of the button until youreach the

Exterior LampsThe lever on the left side of the steering columnoperates the exterior lamps.The exterior lamp switch has the following four positions:2

United States Exterior Lamp Positions for DaytimeLamps P AUTO ;2Headlamp OFF OFF OFF ONParking Lamp OFF OFF ON ONDRL/TurnSignal LampOFF ON OFF OFFTail

Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for DaytimeLamps P AUTO ;2Headlamp OFF OFF OFF ONParking Lamp OFF OFF ON ONDRL/TurnSignal LampON ON ON OFFTaillamp OF

Headlamps on ReminderIf you open the driver’s door and turn off theignition while leaving the lamps on, you willhear a warning chime.Headlamps Off in

You can fold the front passenger’s seatback down toallow for more cargo space or as a temporary table whilethe vehicle is stopped.To fold the seatback

The DRL system will be off any time your vehicle is inPARK (P). The DRL system on U.S. vehicles canalso be turned off by using the off/on switch for o

Fog LampsIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the button for thefog lamps is located onthe instrument panel, to theleft of the steering wheel.If your vehi

Entry/Exit LightingWhen you open any door, the lamps inside of yourvehicle will go on. These lamps will fade out 20 secondsafter the last door is clos

To reactivate the interior lamps, do one of the following:• Turn on the ignition.• Turn the exterior lamp control off and then on.• Open a door.• Pres

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle. If your vehicle hasthe re

: (Outside Air): Press the right side of this button toturn the outside air mode on. When this mode is selected,air from outside the vehicle will circ

# (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turnthe air conditioning system on or off. When the airconditioning button is pressed, an indicator lightwi

1 (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to thewindshield with some air directed to the floor vents. In thismode, the system will automatically f

Automatic Climate Control SystemIf your vehicle has this system, you can automaticallycontrol the heating, cooling and ventilation in yourvehicle.Auto

2. Set the temperature.To find your comfort setting, start with an initialtemperature setting and allow about 20 minutes forthe system to regulate. Pre

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationFolding the SeatbackYour vehicle may have a split folding rear seatback.To fold down the rear seatback on the sedan, doth

6 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air tothe floor outlets with some air directed to the sidewindow outlets.The right knob can also be used to se

On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hotinside air escape. This reduces the time it takes foryour vehicle to cool down. Then keep your win

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.<(Rear): Press this button to turn the rear wind

Operation Tips• Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the airinlets at the base of the windshield that mayblock the flow of air into your vehicle.• U

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how fa

Safety Belt Reminder LightWhen the key is turned to ON, a chime will come onfor several seconds to remind people to fastentheir safety belts, unless t

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light stays on afteryou start your vehicle, it means the airbagsystem may not be working properly. Theairbags in your

Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part canstill work and

Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning LightIf your vehicle has theanti-lock brake system, thelight will come on whenyour engine is started andmay stay on for

2. Once a lever is pulled, the seatback can be pushedinto the down position.{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden s

Enhanced Traction SystemActive LightIf your vehicle has theEnhanced TractionSystem (ETS), this lightwill come on whenthe system is limitingwheel spin.

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If thegage pointer moves into the red area, the light comeson and you h

Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with thislight on, after awhile, your emission controlsmay not work as well, your fuel economy may notbe as g

If the Light Is On SteadyYou may be able to correct the emission systemmalfunction by considering the following:Did you recently put fuel into your ve

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequip

Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance maydamage the engine. The repairs would not becovered by your warranty. Always follow themaintenance sch

Service Vehicle Soon LightThis light will come on anda chime will sound if itdetects a problem onthe vehicle.The Driver Information Center (DIC) may d

Here are four things that some owners ask about.These are normal and do not indicate a problem withyour fuel gage:• At the service station, the gas pu

DIC Operation and DisplaysThe DIC comes on when the ignition is ON. If yourvehicle has the uplevel audio system, the timeand outside temperature will

OIL LIFE: Press the INFO button until OIL LIFEappears in the display. The engine oil life system showsan estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life.

Rear Sliding Seat (MAXX Only)If your vehicle is the MAXX model your rear seat willslide forward or rearward to allow more cargo space inthe rear.Lift

The following display messages may appear on yourvehicle’s audio display by pressing the MENU button:OIL LIFE RESET: When this option is displayed,you

LIGHT FLASH: If your vehicle has remote keylessentry, this feature which allows the vehicle’s exteriorperimeter lighting to flash every time the LOCK o

LANGUAGE: To select your choice of language, usethe ENTER button to move between the optionallanguages.The languages are English, French, German andSp

DOOR AJAR: This message is displayed if one ormore of the vehicle’s doors are not closed properly.When this message appears, you should make sure that

Audio System(s)Notice: Before adding any sound equipment toyour vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone, or two-way radio, make sure th

Setting the Time for Radios withRadio Data Systems (RDS)To set the hour, press the clock button. The clocksymbol will appear on the display and the ho

Playing the RadioO(Power): Press this knob to turn the systemon and off.u (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease the volume.DISP (Display)

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)TONE /P/Q (Bass/Treble): To adjust the bass or thetreble, press and release the tone button until BASSor TREB appears on

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

If this button is held for more then two seconds, the CDwill enter CD scan mode and the CD will play thefirst 10 seconds of each track. Press this butt

{CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas are morelikely

Radio with CD (Up Level)Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsth

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is basedin the 48 contiguous United States. XM™offers 100 coast-to-coast channels inc

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The display willshow the selection.ADJ (Adjust):

Setting the Tone(Bass/Midrange/Treble)TONE /P/Q (Bass/Treble): Press and release thisbutton until BASS, MID, or TREB appears on thedisplay. Turn the A

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate programt

MSG (Message): If the current station has a message,MSG will appear on the display. Press this button tosee the message. The message may display the a

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.If you want to insert a CD wit

x SEEK w: Press the down arrow to go to the startof the current track if more than eight seconds haveplayed. If this arrow is pressed more than once,t

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fast asit goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seaton wheels.Put someo

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. When

Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcast RDS informa

For XM™ (if equipped), press the DISP knobwhile in XM mode to retrieve four different categoriesof information related to the current song orchannel:

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

AUTO TONE/AUTO EQ (AutomaticEqualization): Press this button to select customizedequalization settings designed for country, jazz,talk, pop, rock, and

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate programt

MSG (Message): If the current station has a message,MSG will appear on the display. Press this button tosee the message. The message may display the a

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at this

Playing a Cassette TapeThe tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are so

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the

TAPE SEEK and a negative number will appear on thedisplay while the cassette player is in the previous mode.Pressing the down arrow multiple times wil

CD Adapter KitsIt is possible to use a portable CD player with yourcassette tape player after disabling the tight/loose tapesensing feature on the tap

RPT (Repeat): Press this button once to hear a trackover again. REPEAT ON and RPT will appear onthe display. The current track will continue to repeat

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radiodisplay and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one ofthe following reasons:• You are drivin

Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcast RDS informa

For XM™ (if equipped), press the DISP knobwhile in XM mode to retrieve four differentcategories of information related to the current song orchannel:

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

AUTO TONE/AUTO EQ (AutomaticEqualization): Press this button to select customizedequalization settings designed for country, jazz,talk, pop, rock, and

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate programt

MSG (Message): If the current station has a message,MSG will appear on the display. Press this button tosee the message. The message may display the a

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or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more dist

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDIf the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in theplayer, it will stay in the player. When the ignitionor radio is turned on, the CD

To load more than one CD but less than six, completeSteps 1 through 3. When finished loading CDs, theradio will begin to play the last CD loaded.If mor

RPT (Repeat): With repeat, one track or an entire CDcan be repeated.To use repeat, do the following:• To repeat the track you are listening to, press

DISP (Display): Press this knob to switch betweentime, temperature, and the elapsed time of the track.To change the default on the display (CD#/Track#

To play the song list, press the song list button.One beep will be heard and SONG LIST will appear onthe display. The recorded tracks will begin to pl

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. When

HeadphonesThe RSE system includes two sets of wirelessheadphones.The wireless headphones have an ON/OFF button anda volume control. To use the headpho

Stereo RCA JacksThe RCA jacks are located on the DVD faceplate on thefloor console. The RCA jacks allow audio and videosignals to be connected from an

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accidentif I am wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether yo

The volume on the radio may vary when switchingbetween a radio station, CD, DVD, cassette, orauxiliary device.If there is a decreased audio signal dur

DVD Player ButtonsO (Power): Press this button to turn the RSE systemon and off.c/Z (Stop/Eject): Press this button to stopplaying, rewinding, or fast

Playing a DiscTo play a disc, gently insert the disc, with the label sideup, into the loading slot. The DVD player will continueloading the disc and t

Ejecting a DiscPress the eject button, on the DVD player or the remotecontrol, to eject the disc.If a disc is ejected from the player, but not removed

w, x, o, p (Directional Arrows): Press thesebuttons to navigate through DVD menus.y (Main DVD Menu): Press this button to view themedia menu. The medi

b (Size): Press this button to change the displaymode for 4:3 aspect ratio movies. This function cyclesbetween NORMAL, WIDE, and FULL video modes.• No

Sound PreferencesThe USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS menu allows thedefault sound preferences to be modified. Use theremote control up and down arrow buttons

Menu BarThe menu bar can be displayed across the top of thescreen by pressing the DISPLAY button on the remotecontrol. Selecting icons from the menu b

Title: Move between DVD titles by using the remotecontrol arrow buttons.Chapter: Move between DVD chapters by using theremote control arrow buttons.Ti

Tips and Troubleshooting ChartProblem Recommended ActionNo power. The ignition may not be inrun, accessory, or RAP.The parental controlbutton might ha

How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know aboutsafety belts and child

Problem Recommended ActionHow do I get subtitles onor off?Press the display buttonon the remote control togo to the DVDs mainmenu. Then follow thescre

Problem Recommended ActionMy disc is stuck in theplayer. The eject buttondoes not work.Press the eject button onthe DVD player. Turn thepower off, the

DVD MessagesThe following errors may be displayed on the videoscreen:Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if adisc is inserted upside dow

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)(Without Rear Seat Entertainment)This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to andcontrol any of the sources: radio, cass

Rear Seat Radio ControlsThe following functions are controlled by the RSAsystem:n (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease the volume. The l

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)(With Entertainment System)This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to andcontrol any of the sources: radio and CDs. An

1–6 (Preset): Press this button to go to the next presetradio station set on the pushbuttons on the mainradio. This function is not active if the fron

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsIf your vehicle has this feature, some audio controls canbe adjusted at the steering wheel. They include thefollowing:x S

Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range can causestation frequencies to interfere

The broken tape detection feature of the cassette tapeplayer may identify the cleaning cassette as adamaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning ca

If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt thelatch plate and keep pulling until you can bucklethe belt.Pull up on the latch plate to make s

Fixed Mast Antenna (MAXX Only)The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washeswithout being damaged. If the mast should everbecome slightly bent, s

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness,and judgment can be affected by even asmall amount of al

If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realisticfollowing distances, you will eliminate a lot ofunnecessary braking. That means better braking an

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressurefaster than any driver could. The computer isprogrammed to make the most of available tire and roadc

In an emergency, you will probably want to squeezethe brakes hard without locking the wheels. If you hearor feel the wheels sliding, ease off the brak

To turn the system onor off, press the ETSbutton on the centerconsole under theclimate control system.When you turn the system off, the Enhanced Tract

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones. A

Steering TipsDriving on CurvesIt is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned onthe news h

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have droppedoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder whileyou’re driving.If the level of the shoul

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. Forone thing, following too closely reduces your areaof v

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems — brakes,steering, and acceleration — do not ha

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. W

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of all roads. But the

The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speedaccording to your speedometer, not to your sen

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.• K

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake sohard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide.Brake so your wheels always keep rolling a

• Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have no blankets or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. Thatwill clear the area around your front wheels. Then shiftback and

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label isattached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). Withthe d

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage andcargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weightmay not safely exceed the available cargoand luggage load

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs (340 kg)CAvailable

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label, found on the rearedge of the driver’s door, tells you the gross weightcapacity of your vehicle

If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases,tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fastas the vehicle goes. If you have to sto

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance P

Dinghy TowingTo tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground,follow these steps:1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it.2. Turn the i

Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear coulddamage it. Also, repairs would not be covered bythe warranty. Never have your vehicle towedfrom the rea

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the t

If You Do Decide To Pull a TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total or gross weightof your ve

• Will you have to make any holes in the body ofyour vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? Ifyou do, then be sure to seal the holes later whenyou

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid

Driving On GradesWhen towing a trailer on long uphill grades while theoutside temperature is above 85°F (29°C), reduce yourvehicle speed to 45 mph (72

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• start your engine,• shift into a gea

Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Appearance Care ...5-74Fabric/Carpet ...5-74Vinyl ...

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehiclecan affect the airflow around it. This may causewind n

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission control label), itis designed to operate o

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsyste

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow al

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray outon you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood releasehandle with this symbolon it. It is locatedinside the vehicleto the left of the

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 engine, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-20.B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”under Engine Oil on page 5-15

When you open the hood on the 3.5L V6 engine, here is what you will see:5-14

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-20.B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”under Engine Oil on page 5

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the MIN mark, then you will needto add at least one quart of oil. But you must use theright kind. This

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle.These numbers on an oil container show itsviscosity, or thickness. Do no

Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.Anytime your

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 forthe location of the engine air cleaner/filter.When to Inspect the Engine AirCl

{CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned.The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helpsto s

Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your vehicle for 5 years o

Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture,your engine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost would not be covered by yourwarranty. T

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool. If the surge tank

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engin

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you candrive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes.If the warning does not come back on, you

{CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hoodcan start up even when the engine is notrunning and can injure you. Keep hands,clothing and tool

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankNotice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fillprocedure. Failure to follow this procedure couldcause your e

Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.Use the recommended coolant and the propercoolant

4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, startthe engine and let it run until you can feel the upperradiator hose getting hot. Watch out for t

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of ther

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricant

Brake WearYour vehicle has front disc brakes and may have reardrum brakes or rear disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Hereis how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acro

4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find thepositive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations oneach vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overviewon

5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose ormissing insulation. If they do, you could get ashock. The vehicles could be damaged too.Before you

8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to thenegative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use aremote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine PartB. Good BatteryC. Dead BatteryTo disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, dothe following:1. Disconnect t

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 5-44.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection,

2. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlampassembly to the vehicle.3. Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicleby pulling it forward. Use care

6. Remove the bulb fromthe socket. Replacethe old bulb with anew bulb.7. Turn the socket back into place and reconnect thewiring harness to the socket

2. Remove thetwo fasteners locatedon the inside ofthe trunk at therear of the vehicle.3. Pull back the trunk trim.4. Remove the plastic wing nut.5. Pu

Replacement BulbsExterior Lamp Bulb NumberBack-Up 921Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamp 3157KXHeadlampsHigh-BeamLow-BeamH-9H-11Taillamp/Stoplamp/TurnSigna

Rear Wiper Blade ReplacementTo replace the rear wiper blade, do the following:1. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from thewindow.2. Pull the wiper b

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt should be worn low

5. Remove clip B, shown above, and slide it into theremaining claw of the wiper blade assembly.TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires mad

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height toits width.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cor

Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants avehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg).See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.Occup

Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to avehicle showing the vehicle’s capacity weight andthe original equipment tire size and recommendedinfl

When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more. Do not forget tocheck the compact spare tire, it should be at 60 psi(420 kPa). For additional info

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would moveforward too much, which could increase injury.The shou

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires your vehicleneeds, look at the tire and loading information label. Formore information about th

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For exam

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability

{CAUTION:Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can bedangerous. It could affect the braking andhandling of your

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has P215/60R16 size tires, don’tuse tire chains, there’s not enough clearance.Tire chains used on a vehicle withou

If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.1. For the sedan model, lift the handle on the sparetire cover. The handle

1. Turn the plastic wing nut counterclockwise toloosen wheel wrench.2. Unhook the wheel wrench from the jack.3. Extend the handle on the wheel wrench

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare Tire1. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap thathas plastic wheel nut caps, loosen the plastic n

Malibu SedanThere is one guide for each outside passenger positionin the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfortfor children who have outgrown

4. Position the lift head at the jack location nearest theflat tire. Make sure all of the jack lift head istouching the jacking flange under the body. D

6. Raise the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise.Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground sothere is enough room for the compact spare tireto fi

10. Install the compact spare tire.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Ifyou do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheelcould fall off, c

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to come looseand even come off. This could lead to anaccident. Be

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

2. Place the jack over the bolt (A) on the floor makingsure it contacts the bolt as shown. Secure it withthe bracket and nut provided.3. With the valve

A. Wing NutB. CoverC. Bolt ExtensionD. Flat Tire(valve stem up)E. NutF. BracketG. JackH. BoltThe compact spare tire is for temporary use only.Replace

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflatedwhen the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Appearance CareCleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a matchis struck near them or if the

Here are some cleaning tips:• Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.• Clean up stains as soon as you can — beforethey set.• Carefully scra

3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.The elastic cord must be under the belt and theguide on top.4. Buckle, position and release th

Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee, tea,milk, fruit, fruit juice, jelly, cheese, chocolate, vomit,urine, a

Jelly, Syrup, and Fruit: Remove most of the solids,then clean with warm tap water and a clean white cloth.Oil and Grease: Sprinkle baking soda on the

WeatherstripsSilicone grease on weatherstrips will make them lastlonger, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Applysilicone grease with a clean cloth

Notice: Machine compounding or aggressivepolishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish maydamage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes andpolishes that are

Aluminum WheelsNotice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals,abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleanersthat contain acid on aluminum or chrome-pla

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescript

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials(cont’d)Description UsageWash Wax ConcentrateMedium foamingshampoo. Cleans andlightly waxes.Biodegradable andphosphat

Engine IdentificationThe 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. Thiscode will help you identify your engine, specificationsand replacement parts.

Windshield Wiper FusesThe windshield wiper motor is protected by an internalcircuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due toheavy snow, etc.,

Malibu MAXXThere is a safety belt routing guide attached to eachoutside passenger position in the rear seat of theMalibu MAXX. Here is how to use the

Instrument Panel Fuse Block5-86

Fuses UsagePOWERMIRRORSPower MirrorsEPS Electric Power SteeringRUN/CRANKCruise Control, Electronic RangeSelectHVACBLOWERHIGH (Relay)Climate Control Sy

Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThe engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery. See EngineCompartment

Fuses Usage1 A/C CLU2 Electronic Throttle Control3 Ignition Module4 Transmission5 Fuel Injectors6 EMISSION 17 Left Headlamp Low-Beam8 Horn9 Right Head

Rear Compartment Fuse BlockThe rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunkof the vehicle. Access the fuse block through thetrunk panel on the

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Fuses Usage1 Not Used2 Driver Seat Controls3 Not Used4 (Resistor) Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder5 Emission6 Parklamps7 Not Used8 Not Used9 Not Used10 S

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to RecommendedFluids and Lu

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap2.2L L4 F Automatic 0.042 inches (1.06 mm)3.5L V6 8 Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)5-94

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. Althoughyou cannot see them, they are located on the retractorpart of the safety

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

This schedule is for vehicles that:• carry passengers and cargo within recommendedlimits. You will find these limits on the tire andloading information

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the Change Oil Soon message in the DriverInformation Center (DIC) comes on, it means thatservice is required for your vehicl

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Maintenance Footnotes† The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or theCalifornia Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this ma

(h) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:− In heavy city traffic where the ou

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and addDEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary.See Engine Coolant on page 5-22 for further deta

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock ControlSystem Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, yo

Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxlePark (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others co

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be obtained fromyour dealer.Usage Fluid/

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Part G

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-15

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Overseas — Customer AssistancePlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puer

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

Roadside Assistance ProgramAs the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you areautomatically enrolled in the Chevrolet RoadsideAssistance program. This va

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for youand your family. Remember, we are only a phon

If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicleoff for service, you are urged to do so as early inthe work day as possible to allow for same d

Courtesy Transportation is available only at participatingGM dealers and all program options, such as shuttleservice, may not be available at every de

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the device that storesthe data is required. GM will not access infor

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immediately

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motors carsand trucks. Each bulletin cont

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-21Additives, Fuel ... 5-6Add-On Electrical

Audio System(s) ... 3-52Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 3-115Backglass Antenna ...

CCalifornia Fuel ... 5-6Canadian Owners ... iiCapacities a

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ... 1-27Compact Spare Tire ... 5-73Content Theft-Deterrent ...

Driving (cont.)In Rain and on Wet Roads ... 4-16Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ... 4-29Winter ...

Fuel ... 5-5Additives ... 5-6California

IIgnition Positions ... 2-21Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-34Inflation -- Tire Pres

LocksDelayed Locking ... 2-11Door ... 2-10Lockout Protec

OOdometer ... 3-33Odometer, Trip ... 3-33Off-Road Recov

QQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-15RRadios ... 3-52Care of Your Cassette T

SSafety BeltPretensioners ... 1-31Reminder Light ... 3-34Safety Be

Specifications, Capacities ... 5-93Speedometer ... 3-33Starting Your Engin

TractionEnhanced Traction System (ETS) ... 4-8Enhanced Traction System (ETS)Active Light ...

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby does notweigh much — until a crash. During a crash ababy will

WWarning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-31WarningsDIC Warnings and Messages ... 3-50Hazard Warning Flashers ...

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that comewith the restraint, state the weight and heightlimitations for a particular child restraint. In add

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We,therefore,

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

Top Strap Anchor LocationYour vehicle has top strap anchors already installed forthe rear seating positions. For the sedan you willfind them behind the

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

A. Passenger’s SideRear SeatB. Center Rear SeatC. Driver’s SideRear SeatMake sure to attach the child restraint at the properanchor location.This syst

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.{CAUTION:If a

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesa

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethe

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through oraround the restraint. The child restraint inst

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts offer

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Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in theinstrument

If your vehicle has a seat-mounted side impact airbagfor the driver, it is in the side of the driver’s seatbackclosest to the door.If your vehicle has

If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbagfor the driver and the person seated directly behind thedriver, it is in the ceiling above the si

{CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and anairbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that person causingsever

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-front

Side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderateto severe side crashes. A side impact airbag willinflate if the crash severity is above the syste

What Will You See After an AirbagInflates?After the airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the airbaginflat

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from th

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Six-Way Power Dri

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Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

OnStar®System ...2-34HomeLink®Transmitter ...2-36Programming the HomeLink®Tr

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

One key is used for theignition and all locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has abar-coded key tag. This tag may be removed by yourdealer b

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This isnormal for any remote keyless entry system. If thetransmitter does not work or if you have to stan

Q (Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the doors.The interior lamps will turn off after all of the doorsare closed. If enabled through the Driver

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.You can tell the battery is weak

Remote Vehicle StartYour vehicle may have a remote starting feature. Thisfeature allows you to start the engine from outside of thevehicle. It may als

/ (Remote Start): Press and release the lock buttonand then press and hold this button to use the remotestart feature.To start the vehicle using the r

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

Press the top of the switch to unlock all doors andliftgate, if equipped. Press the bottom of the switch tolock all doors and liftgate, if equipped.Th

Programmable AutomaticDoor LocksYour vehicle is programmed at the factory to lock alldoors automatically when the following are met:• all doors are cl

Trunk (Sedan)To unlock the trunk from the outside, use the key or theremote keyless entry transmitter. When closing thetrunk, close from the center to

Emergency Trunk Release HandleNotice: Using the emergency trunk release handleas a tie-down or anchor point when securingitems in the trunk may damage

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsThe power windowswitches are locatedon the armrest on thedriver’s door. In addition,each passenger door has aswitch for its own window.Ex

Content Theft-DeterrentYour vehicle may have acontent theft-deterrentalarm system.Arming the SystemWith the ignition off, you can arm the system by do

How the System Alarm is ActivatedIf the system is armed, it can be activated by either:• Opening the driver’s door or liftgate (MAXX model).This will

PASS-Key®III+Your PASS-Key®III+ system operates on a radiofrequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.T

Six-Way Power Driver SeatIf your vehicle has this feature, the power seat control islocated on the outboard side of the driver’s seat.To adjust the po

If the engine still does not start, and the key appears tobe undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,you may also want to check the fuse, se

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long

ACC (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use thingslike the radio and windshield wipers while the engineis not running.Use this position if your vehicl

Notice: Your engine is designed to work with theelectronics in your vehicle. If you add electricalparts or accessories, you could change the way theen

Engine Coolant HeaterIn very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater, if your vehicle has this feature, canhelp. You will get ea

Automatic Transaxle OperationYour automatic transaxlehas a shift lever locatedon the console betweenthe seats.PARK (P): This position locks your front

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage the transaxle.The repairs would

Electronic Range Select ModeThis feature allows you to select lower drivinggears when the shift lever is in LOW (L). The buttonfor this mode is locate

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly s

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourtransaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put too much force on