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... information on "Reporting Safety Defects" page 8-10. . * a The 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you howto keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. It also explains the "SRS" system. if flat 6-1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to operate your audio system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to...
... information on "Reporting Safety Defects" page 8-10. . * a The 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you howto keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. It also explains the "SRS" system. if flat 6-1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to operate your audio system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehiclein a crash. You can still inflate during improper service. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. Your wearing safety belts. It's very importantfor rear seat passengers buckle up - 10 minutes after the ignition key is 1 For to turned off and the battery is qualified to wear one properly. 1-27 To purchase a service manual, see "Service and in the vehicle who are Owner Publications" in around...
... the vehiclein a crash. You can still inflate during improper service. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. Your wearing safety belts. It's very importantfor rear seat passengers buckle up - 10 minutes after the ignition key is 1 For to turned off and the battery is qualified to wear one properly. 1-27 To purchase a service manual, see "Service and in the vehicle who are Owner Publications" in around...
Owner's Manual
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... 2 Features and Controls Here you have a problem. Also explained the instrument panel and warning systems that tell you if everything is are the working properly-- do 2-2 2-4 Important Information About Keys Door Locks Operation of Child Security Locks Keyless Entry System Battery Replacementfor Keyless Entry System Preventing Theft of Your Vehicle New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Second-Gear Start Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on Engine Exhaust 2-27...
... 2 Features and Controls Here you have a problem. Also explained the instrument panel and warning systems that tell you if everything is are the working properly-- do 2-2 2-4 Important Information About Keys Door Locks Operation of Child Security Locks Keyless Entry System Battery Replacementfor Keyless Entry System Preventing Theft of Your Vehicle New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Second-Gear Start Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on Engine Exhaust 2-27...
Owner's Manual
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... instrument panel warning lights. Use this position if your engine gets warm. This positionis also wherethe key returns after you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine not running . go down as your vehicle must be drained much sooner. When the engine starts, release key. The ignition switch will go of the key. I NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK if your electrical power accessories, and to PARK or NEUTRAL (N). (P) Your engine won't start...
... instrument panel warning lights. Use this position if your engine gets warm. This positionis also wherethe key returns after you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine not running . go down as your vehicle must be drained much sooner. When the engine starts, release key. The ignition switch will go of the key. I NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK if your electrical power accessories, and to PARK or NEUTRAL (N). (P) Your engine won't start...
Owner's Manual
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... less shifting between gears. This might choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D): 0 FIRST (1): This position gives you can damage your vehicle position ona hill. You can damage your transaxle. NOTICE: If your engine. 2-21 This could overheat damage the and transaxle. Don't shift into PARK (P) to try drive. in SECOND (2): This position gives you more power (but lower fuel economy) than 25 miles...
... less shifting between gears. This might choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D): 0 FIRST (1): This position gives you can damage your vehicle position ona hill. You can damage your transaxle. NOTICE: If your engine. 2-21 This could overheat damage the and transaxle. Don't shift into PARK (P) to try drive. in SECOND (2): This position gives you more power (but lower fuel economy) than 25 miles...
Owner's Manual
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... turn the ignition keyON. Have your accessories, such as a check to turn off all your vehicle serviced right away. If the to warn you if there a problem. Air Bag Readiness Light There is on could indicate that It you have it fixed so it will flashfor a few for The light tells you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as the radio and air conditioner...
... turn the ignition keyON. Have your accessories, such as a check to turn off all your vehicle serviced right away. If the to warn you if there a problem. Air Bag Readiness Light There is on could indicate that It you have it fixed so it will flashfor a few for The light tells you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as the radio and air conditioner...
Owner's Manual
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... the tank's capacity to fill up . Here arefour things thatsome owners ask about how much fuel you have may indicated the tank was half but you should get more or less fuel to fill the tank. It takes a little more soon. None of these showa problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shuts before off the ignition. The...
... the tank's capacity to fill up . Here arefour things thatsome owners ask about how much fuel you have may indicated the tank was half but you should get more or less fuel to fill the tank. It takes a little more soon. None of these showa problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shuts before off the ignition. The...
Owner's Manual
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... heating or cooling is running. Your vehicle also has the flow-through your windows. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing. : chance of When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to direct outside air through ventilation system. This will also enter the vehicle when air conditioning the fan is needed, use VENT to the highest speed...
... heating or cooling is running. Your vehicle also has the flow-through your windows. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing. : chance of When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to direct outside air through ventilation system. This will also enter the vehicle when air conditioning the fan is needed, use VENT to the highest speed...
Owner's Manual
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... to your selection. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let When it returns, release the button. Turn the radio on the arrow 2. Press and hold of the SEEK arrows, then one ... to stop for two adjoining buttons the same time. Tune in the desired station. Press any two adjoining pushbuttonsat the same time, within five seconds. The sound will appear ...Press the lower knob to choose radio stations. 3. scan up to the next station. Repeat the stepsfor each pair of the four numbered buttons, within five seconds. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to switch between AM...
... to your selection. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let When it returns, release the button. Turn the radio on the arrow 2. Press and hold of the SEEK arrows, then one ... to stop for two adjoining buttons the same time. Tune in the desired station. Press any two adjoining pushbuttonsat the same time, within five seconds. The sound will appear ...Press the lower knob to choose radio stations. 3. scan up to the next station. Repeat the stepsfor each pair of the four numbered buttons, within five seconds. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to switch between AM...
Owner's Manual
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... park your regular brakes, but don't shift into PARK (P). 5. Reduce speed and shift a lower gear to before you have to use your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). the indicator If is in the red area, turn off the air conditioning (if you start down and reduce your vehicle. you don't shift If down, you ever have this option)to cool. Driving On Grades Parking...
... park your regular brakes, but don't shift into PARK (P). 5. Reduce speed and shift a lower gear to before you have to use your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). the indicator If is in the red area, turn off the air conditioning (if you start down and reduce your vehicle. you don't shift If down, you ever have this option)to cool. Driving On Grades Parking...
Owner's Manual
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..., shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If you get alittle too hot when you 're parked, see steam, the problem may decide notto lift the hood but or hear no sign of steam, no longer have the if warning, turn offthe engine andget everyoneout o f the vehicle until it cools down. Turn on a hot day. Idle for...
..., shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If you get alittle too hot when you 're parked, see steam, the problem may decide notto lift the hood but or hear no sign of steam, no longer have the if warning, turn offthe engine andget everyoneout o f the vehicle until it cools down. Turn on a hot day. Idle for...
Owner's Manual
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... your compact spare tire or wheel with a full-size tire as soon as spare tireis correctly inflated.The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up 65 mph to (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can . Compact Spare Tire Don't use tire chains on other vehicles. Keep your vehicle. the inflation pressure regularly. should stop...
... your compact spare tire or wheel with a full-size tire as soon as spare tireis correctly inflated.The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up 65 mph to (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can . Compact Spare Tire Don't use tire chains on other vehicles. Keep your vehicle. the inflation pressure regularly. should stop...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle serviced. Some driving conditions climates may come and go or prevent brake pulsation. When tires are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). Brake Wear A CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help and new pads are first applied or lightly Your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes...
... vehicle serviced. Some driving conditions climates may come and go or prevent brake pulsation. When tires are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). Brake Wear A CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help and new pads are first applied or lightly Your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes...
Owner's Manual
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... Control Module, Cluster, Climate Control System Right-hand Electrical Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Ignition Switch Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fans Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used 4) Fuel Pump Automatic Light Control Automatic Light Control Horn Daytime Running Lamps Spare Fuses Rear Defog Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan HVAC Blower (Climate Control) Cooling Fans Cooling Fans 38) Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar Lighter Anti-Lock Brakes Anti-Lock Brakes Air Conditioning Compressor, Body Function Control Module Automatic...
... Control Module, Cluster, Climate Control System Right-hand Electrical Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Ignition Switch Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fans Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used 4) Fuel Pump Automatic Light Control Automatic Light Control Horn Daytime Running Lamps Spare Fuses Rear Defog Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan HVAC Blower (Climate Control) Cooling Fans Cooling Fans 38) Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar Lighter Anti-Lock Brakes Anti-Lock Brakes Air Conditioning Compressor, Body Function Control Module Automatic...
Owner's Manual
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... Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. An Emission Control Service. [7 Rotate tires. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY 7-9 An Emission Control Service. 12,000 Miles...
... Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. An Emission Control Service. [7 Rotate tires. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY 7-9 An Emission Control Service. 12,000 Miles...
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An Emission Control Service. 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). .An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-11 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and (or every filter 3 months, whichever occursfirst).
An Emission Control Service. 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). .An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-11 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and (or every filter 3 months, whichever occursfirst).
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...) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines damage for any damage. An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50000 km) Replace air cleaner filter. Inspectfuel cap gasket for or leaks. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE a 4- 3 SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: An Emission Control Service...
...) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines damage for any damage. An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50000 km) Replace air cleaner filter. Inspectfuel cap gasket for or leaks. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE a 4- 3 SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: An Emission Control Service...
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... footnote +.) 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) El Replace air cleaner filter. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation'' in the Index for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket any for damage. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: 7-29 An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. Replace partsas needed. Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km...
... footnote +.) 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) El Replace air cleaner filter. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation'' in the Index for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket any for damage. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: 7-29 An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. Replace partsas needed. Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km...
Owner's Manual
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... and clamps; Replace any necessary repairs are completed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection and fall). Inspect the power steering Inspect the complete system. Proper procedures to have your the exhaust system. Inspect disc brake pads wear and rotors for surface condition. Replace for for axle boot seals damage, tearsor leakage. See "Engine Exhaust" in a GM service manual. Inspect all pipes...
... and clamps; Replace any necessary repairs are completed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection and fall). Inspect the power steering Inspect the complete system. Proper procedures to have your the exhaust system. Inspect disc brake pads wear and rotors for surface condition. Replace for for axle boot seals damage, tearsor leakage. See "Engine Exhaust" in a GM service manual. Inspect all pipes...
Owner's Manual
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... model GM vehicles. Schedule forall models. $90.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE: TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, vehicle. To request an order form, please to provide basic operational information ab th on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for Owners a intended to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORM The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle...
... model GM vehicles. Schedule forall models. $90.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE: TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, vehicle. To request an order form, please to provide basic operational information ab th on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for Owners a intended to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORM The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle...
