Table Of Contents - Chevrolet t Malibu Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
Introduction3
Danger, Warnings And Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart4
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Instrument Panel Overview8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry System10
Remote Vehicle Start11
Starting The Vehicle11
Canceling A Remote Start11
Door Locks11
Windows12
Express Window Operation12
Seat Adjustment13
Manual Front Seats13
Seat Height Adjuster13
Power Seats13
Lumbar Adjustment14
Reclining Seatbacks14
Manual Reclining Seatbacks14
Memory Features15
Second Row Seats15
Heated Seats15
Safety Belts16
Head Restraint Adjustment16
Passenger Sensing System16
Mirror Adjustment17
Exterior Mirrors17
Steering Wheel Adjustment17
Interior Mirror17
Interior Lighting18
Dome Lamps18
Exterior Lighting18
Reading Lamps18
Windshield Wiper/Washer19
Auto19
Int19
Off19
Climate Controls20
Climate Control System20
Transmission21
Drive Shift Control21
Vehicle Features22
Radio22
Satellite Radio22
Bluetooth22
Steering Wheel Controls23
Cruise Control23
Infotainment System24
Driver Information Center24
Lane Departure Warning24
Rear Vision Camera25
Power Outlets25
Ultrasonic Parking Assist25
Sunroof25
Eassist Features26
Eassist Overview26
Anti-Pinch Feature26
High Voltage Safety Information27
Driver Efficiency Gauge27
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature28
Battery28
Eassist Automatic Start/Stop28
Stop/Start System28
Performance And Maintenance29
Traction Control29
Electronic Stability Control29
Tire Pressure Monitor29
Engine Oil Life System30
E85 Or Flexfuel30
Driving For Better Fuel Economy30
Resetting The Oil Life System30
Onstar31
Keys And Locks33
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From Passenger Doors37
Passive Locking37
Keyless Trunk Opening37
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle38
Programming With A Recognized Transmitter38
Battery Replacement41
To Start The Vehicle41
Starting The Engine Using Remote Start42
Extending Engine Run Time42
Power Door Locks44
Delayed Locking44
Door Ajar Reminder44
Automatic Door Locks45
Lockout Protection45
Safety Locks45
Doors46
Trunk46
Trunk Release47
Emergency Trunk Release Handle47
Vehicle Security48
Vehicle Alarm System48
Arming The Alarm System48
On Solid48
Immobilizer49
How To Detect A Tamper Condition49
Immobilizer Operation49
Disarming The Alarm System49
Keyless Access50
Power Mirrors51
Heated Mirrors51
Reverse Tilt Mirrors51
Interior Mirrors52
Interior Rearview Mirrors52
Manual Rearview Mirror52
Power Windows53
Express53
Sun Visors54
Window Lockout54
Safety Function Override54
Seats And Restraints57
Head Restraints58
Front Seat58
Rear Seat58
Front Seats59
Power Seat Adjustment60
Power Reclining Seatbacks61
Memory Seats62
Storing Button Memory Positions62
Recalling Button Memory Positions62
Recalling Rke Memory Positions62
Heated Front Seats63
Easy Exit Driver Seat63
To Recall Rke Memory Positions63
Remote Start Heated Seats64
Rear Seats65
Folding The Seatback65
Raising The Seatback65
Rear Seat Armrest66
Why Safety Belts Work67
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly68
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts68
Lap-Shoulder Belt69
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster70
Safety Belt Pretensioners71
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides71
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy73
Safety Belt Extender73
Safety System Check73
Airbag System74
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash74
Where Are The Airbags?76
Driver Side77
Rear Seat Driver Side77
When Should An Airbag Inflate?78
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?79
How Does An Airbag Restrain?79
What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates?80
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint83
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Sized Occupant84
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation85
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle86
Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle86
Airbag System Check87
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash87
Child Restraints88
Older Children88
Infants And Young Children90
Child Restraint Systems92
Rear-Facing Infant System92
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle93
Booster Seats93
Forward-Facing Child Seat93
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint94
Where To Put The Restraint94
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children95
Top Tether Anchor96
Lower Anchors96
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations97
Head Restraint Removal And Reinstallation101
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash102
Securing Child Restraints103
Storage109
Storage Compartments109
Instrument Panel Storage109
Glove Box109
Additional Storage Features110
Cupholders110
Center Console Storage110
Convenience Net110
Instruments And Controls111
Table Of Contents111
Horn113
Compass114
Clock114
Setting The Clock114
Wipe Parking114
Setting The 12/24 Hour Format115
Power Outlet 120 Volt116
Alternating Current116
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators117
Instrument Cluster118
English Uplevel Shown, Metric And Base Level Similar118
English Eassist Shown, Metric Eassist Similar119
Speedometer120
Tachometer120
Fuel Gauge120
Trip Odometer120
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge121
Safety Belt Reminders122
Airbag Readiness Light122
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light122
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light122
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator123
Charging System Light124
Malfunction Indicator Lamp124
Light Flashing125
Light On Steady125
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs126
Brake System Warning Light127
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light127
Lane Departure Warning (Ldw) Light128
Vehicle Ahead Indicator128
Traction Off Light128
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light129
Engine Coolant Temperature129
Stabilitrak ® Off Light129
Tire Pressure Light130
Engine Oil Pressure Light130
When The Light Is On Steady130
Warning Light130
Low Fuel Warning Light131
Security Light131
High-Beam On Light132
Front Fog Lamp Light132
Lamps On Reminder132
Cruise Control Light132
Door Ajar Light132
Information Displays133
Center Stack Display133
Trip/Fuel Menu Items133
Dic Operation And Displays133
Driver Information133
Center (Dic)133
Digital Speedometer134
Trip 1 And Trip 2134
Power Flow (Eassist Only)134
Fuel Range134
Vehicle Information Menu Items135
Display Units135
Tire Pressure135
Jump Start (Eassist Only)135
Vehicle Messages136
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages136
Low Battery136
Battery Saver Active136
Brake System Messages137
Cruise Control Messages137
Door Ajar Messages137
Compass Messages137
Engine Cooling System Messages138
Engine Oil Messages138
Engine Overheated Idle Engine138
Engine Overheated Stop Engine138
Engine Power Messages139
Fuel System Messages139
Key And Lock Messages139
Lamp Messages139
Object Detection System Messages140
Turn Signal On140
Service Park Assist140
Park Assist Off140
Ride Control System Messages141
Security Messages141
Service Vehicle Messages141
Starting The Vehicle Messages141
Tire Messages142
Transmission Messages142
Shift Denied142
Shift To Park142
Vehicle Personalization143
Washer Fluid Messages143
Window Messages143
Climate And Air Quality144
Auto Fan Speed144
Auto Rear Defog144
Collision/Detection Systems144
Park Assist145
Comfort And Convenience145
Chime Volume145
Reverse Tilt Mirror145
Language146
Lighting146
Exit Lighting146
Auto Door Unlock146
Delayed Door Lock147
Auto Door Lock147
Unlock Feedback (Lights)147
Locking Feedback147
Remote Left In Vehicle Reminder148
Memory Remote Recall148
Relock Remote Door148
Passive Door Unlock148
Universal Remote System149
Universal Remote System Programming149
Return To Factory Settings149
Programming The Universal Remote System150
To Program Up To Three Devices150
Radio Signals For Canada And Some Gate Operators151
Learn Or Smart Button151
Universal Remote System Operation152
Using The Universal Remote System152
Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons152
Reprogramming A Single Universal Remote System Button152
Exterior Lamp Controls153
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder154
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer154
Daytime Running Lamps154
Flash To Pass154
Automatic Headlamp System155
Lights On With Wipers155
Hazard Warning Flashers155
Turn And Lane Change Signals156
Fog Lamps156
Instrument Panel Illumination Control157
Courtesy Lamps157
Lighting Features158
Entry Lighting158
Front Reading Lamps158
Rear Reading Lamps158
Battery Load Management159
Theft-Deterrent Feature162
Infotainment System Overview162
Configuration Setup Menu164
Tone164
Info164
Languages165
Turning The System On Or Off165
Volume Control165
Operation165
Selecting A Menu Option166
Submenus166
Activating A Setting166
Turning A Function On Or Off166
Audio Settings167
Adjusting The Treble, Midrange, And Bass167
Adjusting The Fader And Balance167
Speed Compensated Volume167
Configuring The Number Of Favorite Pages168
Auto Volume168
Maximum Startup Volume168
To Configure The Number Of Available Favorite Pages168
Am-Fm Radio169
Control Buttons169
Rds (Radio Data System)169
Radio Menus169
Selecting A Band170
Selecting A Station170
Seek Tuning170
Category Lists170
Storing A Station As A Favorite171
Storing Stations171
Retrieving Stations171
Siriusxm Categories171
Turning Siriusxm Channel Graphic On Or Off172
Siriusxm Messages172
No Title Info172
No Cat Info172
Radio Reception173
Backglass Antenna173
Fm173
Audio Players174
Multi-Band Antenna174
Cd Player174
To Avoid Damage To The Cd Player175
Loading And Ejecting Discs175
Error Messages175
Auxiliary Devices176
Usb Port176
To Search For Tracks:177
Connecting And Controlling An Ipod177
Shuffle177
Repeat177
Connecting And Controlling A Usb Drive178
Connecting A Usb Drive178
Searching For A Track178
Shuffle Functionality178
Connecting A Bluetooth Device179
Pairing Information179
Bluetooth Setup Menu179
Pairing A Device180
Connecting To A Device180
Removing A Device180
Changing The Default Pin180
Phone181
Controlling A Bluetooth Device181
Messages181
Other Information181
Bluetooth (Overview)181
Bluetooth Controls182
Voice Recognition182
Infotainment System Controls182
Audio System182
Pairing A Phone183
Controls)183
Making A Call Using The Phone Book184
Listing All Paired And Connected Phones184
Connecting To A Different Phone184
Deleting A Paired Phone184
Making A Call185
Call Waiting185
Accepting Or Declining A Call185
Declining A Call185
Conference Calling186
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (Dtmf) Tones186
Ending A Call186
Muting A Call186
Recognition)186
Storing And Deleting Phone Numbers188
Using The Store Command188
Using The Digit Store Command188
Using The Delete Command189
Listing Stored Numbers189
Using The Dial Or Call Command189
Calling 911 Emergency190
Using The Digit Dial Command190
Receiving A Call190
Using The Re-Dial Command190
Three-Way Calling191
Voice Pass-Thru191
Clearing The System192
Sending A Number Or Name Tag During A Call192
Climate Control Systems193
Temperature Control194
Fan Control194
Air Delivery Address194
Air Conditioning194
Sensors195
Rear Window Defogger195
Recirculation195
Dual Automatic Climate Control System196
Automatic Operation197
Manual Operation197
Auto Defog199
Remote Start Climate Control Operation199
Air Vents200
Center Air Vents200
Side Air Vents200
Maintenance201
Passenger Compartment Air Filter201
Operation Tips201
Service202
Driving And Operating203
Driving Information204
Distracted Driving204
Defensive Driving205
Drunk Driving205
Control Of A Vehicle205
Braking205
Electric Power Steering206
Off-Road Recovery206
Steering In Emergencies206
Curve Tips206
Loss Of Control207
Track Events And Competitive Driving207
Skidding207
Driving On Wet Roads208
Hydroplaning208
Highway Hypnosis209
Hill And Mountain Roads209
Other Rainy Weather Tips209
Other Driving Tips Include209
Winter Driving210
Driving On Snow Or Ice210
Blizzard Conditions211
If The Vehicle Is Stuck In The Snow211
If The Vehicle Is Stuck212
Vehicle Load Limits212
Rocking The Vehicle To Get It Out212
Tire And Loading Information Label213
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit213
Certification Label215
Label Example215
Starting And Operating217
New Vehicle Break-In217
Ignition Positions217
Driver Information Center (Dic)218
Acc/Accessory218
On/Run/Start218
Service Only Mode219
Key Lock Release221
Starting The Engine221
Starting Procedure222
Eassist Automatic Engine Start/Stop222
The Engine Will Remain Running When223
The Engine Will Restart When223
Auto Engine Stop/Start224
Engine Heater225
To Use The Engine Coolant Heater225
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)226
Shifting Into Park226
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running226
Shifting Out Of Park227
Torque Lock227
To Shift Out Of P (Park)227
Shift Lock Manual Release227
Parking Over Things That Burn228
To Access The Shift Lock Manual Release228
Engine Exhaust229
Running The Vehicle While Parked229
Automatic Transmission230
R (Reverse)230
Manual Mode231
Driver Shift Control (Dsc)231
Brakes232
Antilock Brake System (Abs)232
Second Gear Start Feature232
Parking Brake233
Using Abs233
Braking In Emergencies233
Brake Assist234
Hill Start Assist (Hsa)234
Ride Control Systems235
Turning The Systems Off And On236
Resuming A Set Speed238
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control238
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control238
Driver Assistance Systems239
Forward Collision Alert (Fca) System239
Ending Cruise Control239
Erasing Speed Memory239
Detecting The Vehicle Ahead240
Collision Alert240
Unnecessary Alerts241
Tailgating Alert241
Selecting The Alert Timing241
Cleaning The System241
Turning The System On And Off242
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly242
Service Parking Assist242
Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)243
Sbza Detection Zones243
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)245
Symbols & Guidelines245
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System On Or Off245
Rear Vision Camera Location246
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (Rcta)246
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages246
Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)247
Fuel249
Recommended Fuel250
Use Of Seasonal Fuels250
Prohibited Fuels250
Gasoline Specifications251
California Fuel Requirements251
Fuels In Foreign Countries251
Fuel Additives251
Filling The Tank252
Trailer Towing254
Filling A Portable Fuel Container254
General Towing Information254
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips254
Towing With A Stability Control System255
Following Distance255
Passing256
Backing Up256
Making Turns256
Driving On Grades256
Parking On Hills257
Leaving After Parking On A Hill257
Maintenance When Trailer Towing257
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing257
Trailer Towing (Eassist)258
Trailer Towing (Except Eassist)258
Weight Of The Trailer258
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue258
Towing Equipment259
Hitches259
Safety Chains259
Trailer Brakes259
Conversions And Add-Ons260
Add-On Electrical Equipment260
Vehicle Care261
California Proposition 65 Warning262
General Information262
Vehicle Checks263
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements263
Accessories And Modifications263
Doing Your Own Service Work263
Hood264
To Open The Hood264
Engine Compartment Overview265
2.0L L4 Engine265
2.4L L4 Engine Eassist267
2.5L L4 Engine269
Engine Oil270
To Ensure Proper Engine270
Checking Engine Oil270
Obtaining An Accurate Oil Level Reading Is Essential270
When To Add Engine Oil271
Selecting The Right Engine Oil271
Viscosity Grade272
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes272
What To Do With Used Oil272
When To Change Engine Oil272
Automatic Transmission Fluid273
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System273
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter274
When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter274
To Inspect Or Replace The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter274
How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter274
Cooling System276
Engine Coolant277
Checking Coolant278
How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank278
Engine Overheating280
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment280
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment281
Washer Fluid281
Adding Washer Fluid281
Brake Adjustment282
Brake Pedal Travel282
Replacing Brake System Parts282
Brake Fluid283
What To Add283
Eassist System284
Vehicle Storage285
Starter Switch Check286
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function286
Ignition Transmission Lock286
Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check287
Wiper Blade Replacement287
To Replace The Wiper Blade287
Headlamp Aiming288
Bulb Replacement288
Halogen Bulbs288
High Intensity Discharge (Hid) Lighting289
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, And Parking Lamps289
Base Headlamp Assembly289
Led Lighting289
Signal, Sidemarker, And Parking Lamps289
Uplevel Headlamp Assembly290
High-Beam Headlamp290
Low-Beam Headlamp291
Hid Headlamp Assembly291
Front Turn Signal, Parking, And Sidemarker Lamps291
To Replace Any One Of These Bulbs293
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, And Back-Up Lamps (Ls And Lt)293
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, And Back-Up294
Lamps (Ltz)294
License Plate Lamp295
To Replace One Of These Bulbs:295
Replacement Bulbs296
Electrical System296
High Voltage Devices And Wiring296
Electrical System Overload297
Headlamp Wiring297
Windshield Wipers297
Fuses297
Engine Compartment Fuse Block298
Instrument Panel Fuse Block302
Wheels And Tires304
All-Season Tires305
Winter Tires306
Summer Tires306
Tire Sidewall Labeling306
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example306
Compact Spare Tire Example307
Tire Identification Number307
Tpc Spec307
Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit307
Tire Designations308
Tire Size308
Temporary Use Only308
Tire Inflation308
Tire Terminology And Definitions309
Aspect Ratio309
Belt309
Bead309
Curb Weight310
Dot Markings310
Gawr Frt310
Gawr Rr310
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire311
Recommended Inflation Pressure311
Radial Ply Tire311
Rim311
The Tire And Loading312
Vehicle Maximum Load On The Tire312
Vehicle Placard312
Tire Pressure For High-Speed Operation313
Tire Pressure Monitor System314
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation315
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message316
Tpms Sensor Matching Process317
Tire Inspection318
Tire Rotation318
When It Is Time For New Tires319
Buying New Tires320
Different Size Tires And Wheels322
Uniform Tire Quality Grading322
Treadwear 200 Traction Aa Temperature A322
Treadwear323
Traction323
Temperature323
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance324
Wheel Replacement324
Tire Chains325
Used Replacement Wheels325
If A Tire Goes Flat325
Tire Sealant And Compression Kit327
System Identification327
Compressor Kit327
Flat Tire327
Tire Sealant329
Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister334
To Remove The Sealant Canister334
Button)334
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit334
Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit342
To Access The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit342
With Pressure Relief Button342
With Pressure Deflation Button342
Tire Changing343
Removing The Spare Tire And Tools343
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire343
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools347
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools With A Screw In Fastener347
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools With A Slide In Fastener348
Compact Spare Tire348
Jump Starting349
With Eassist Only)349
Key Access350
Without Eassist)351
Jumper Cable Removal353
Towing The Vehicle354
Recreational Vehicle Towing354
Dinghy Towing (With Eassist)355
Dinghy Towing355
Appearance Care356
Exterior Care356
Locks356
Washing The Vehicle356
Finish Care357
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings358
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals And Stripes358
Air Intakes359
Shutter System359
Weatherstrips359
Windshield And Wiper Blades359
Wheels And Trim360
Steering, Suspension, And Chassis Components360
Body Component Lubrication360
Underbody Maintenance361
Sheet Metal Damage361
Finish Damage361
Chemical Paint Spotting361
Interior Care361
Interior Glass362
Speaker Covers362
Coated Moldings362
Fabric/Carpet/Suede362
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces363
Vehicle Information And Radio Displays363
Cargo Cover And Convenience Net364
Floor Mats364
Care Of Safety Belts364
Removing And Replacing The Floor Mats365
Service And Maintenance367
Maintenance Schedule368
Owner Checks And Services368
At Each Fuel Stop368
Engine Oil Change368
Special Application Services374
Additional Maintenance And Care374
Hoses375
Lamps375
Fluids375
Belts375
Shocks And Struts376
Wheel Alignment376
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants378
Maintenance Replacement Parts379
Technical Data383
Vehicle Identification383
Vehicle Identification Number383
Engine Identification383
Vehicle Data384
Capacities And Specifications384
Engine Specifications385
Engine Drive Belt Routing386
Customer Information387
Customer Satisfaction Procedure387
Coverage392
Services Provided392
Flat Tire Change392
Battery Jump Start392
Scheduling Service Appointments393
Courtesy Transportation Program393
Fuel Delivery393
Lock-Out Service393
Transportation Options394
Shuttle Service394
Public Transportation Or Fuel Reimbursement394
Courtesy Rental Vehicle394
Additional Program Information395
Collision Damage Repair395
Collision Parts395
Repair Facility395
Insuring The Vehicle396
Managing The Vehicle Damage Repair Process397
Service Publications397
Owner Information397
Reporting Safety Defects398
Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy399
Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors399
Event Data Recorders400
Radio Frequency Statement401
Radio Frequency Identification401
Onstar Overview403
Onstar Services404
Emergency404
Security404
Navigation404
Using Voice Commands During A Planned Route405
Other Navigation Services Available From Onstar405
Connections405
Cancel Route405
Onstar Mobile App406
Hands-Free Calling406
Retrieve My Number406
End A Call406
Onstar Additional Information407
Diagnostics407
Reactivation For Subsequent Owners407
Tty Users408
Services For People With Disabilities408
Onstar Personal Identification Number408
Potential Issues409
Gps409
Cellular And Gps Antennas409
Vehicle And Power Issues409
Privacy410
Index413
Lane Departure418
Running The Vehicle While422
Side Blind Zone422