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...1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Problems on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. 8-1 9- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet...7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you information on Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject this manual.You can use your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section...
...1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Problems on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. 8-1 9- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet...7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you information on Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject this manual.You can use your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section...
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Please keep this manual your Chevrolet, so it will be in so the new it owner can use it the was printed. Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1C7 Litho in to product after that time without further notice. This manual includes the latest information at the time it . We reserve the... en frangais chez votre concessionaire ou au: DGN Marketing Services Ltd. 1500 Bonhill Rd. GM GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name MALIBU are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. EA WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for...
Please keep this manual your Chevrolet, so it will be in so the new it owner can use it the was printed. Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1C7 Litho in to product after that time without further notice. This manual includes the latest information at the time it . We reserve the... en frangais chez votre concessionaire ou au: DGN Marketing Services Ltd. 1500 Bonhill Rd. GM GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name MALIBU are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. EA WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for...
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Section 1 Seats and Seat Restraints Here you'll find information about some things you should do with air bags and safety belts. You can also learn about the seats in Child Restraints Child Restraint Top Straps How to use your Chevrolet and how to Obtain a Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing... 1-37 1-47 1-47 1-47 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Questions and Answers About Air Bags Safety Belt Comfort Guides How to Use Child Restraints Important Information for Buckling Children in your safety belts properly.
Section 1 Seats and Seat Restraints Here you'll find information about some things you should do with air bags and safety belts. You can also learn about the seats in Child Restraints Child Restraint Top Straps How to use your Chevrolet and how to Obtain a Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing... 1-37 1-47 1-47 1-47 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Questions and Answers About Air Bags Safety Belt Comfort Guides How to Use Child Restraints Important Information for Buckling Children in your safety belts properly.
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... "Children" and the caution label on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. Air bags inflate with air bags, Thedriver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control the vehicle. Always wear your vehicle. Safety...
... "Children" and the caution label on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. Air bags inflate with air bags, Thedriver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control the vehicle. Always wear your vehicle. Safety...
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...haveto replace the air system. Do not openor possibly other parts. Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the readiness the system, when of the sensors are broken by vehicle deformation. vehicle covers the need some new parts your air bag ...for e Air bags are designed to replace other parts. module records The information about the air bag system. Improper service can mean that your dealer for the A new system will include air bag modules and right front...
...haveto replace the air system. Do not openor possibly other parts. Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the readiness the system, when of the sensors are broken by vehicle deformation. vehicle covers the need some new parts your air bag ...for e Air bags are designed to replace other parts. module records The information about the air bag system. Improper service can mean that your dealer for the A new system will include air bag modules and right front...
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...after the ignition key is qualified to anair bag when it inflates. Theyare probably part of the vehiclein a crash. Chevrolet dealer and the Malibu Service Manual have lap-shoulder belts. You can still inflate during improper service. A CAUTION: Rear Seat Outside Passenger ...Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have information about servicing your Chevrolet should be serviced. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet...
...after the ignition key is qualified to anair bag when it inflates. Theyare probably part of the vehiclein a crash. Chevrolet dealer and the Malibu Service Manual have lap-shoulder belts. You can still inflate during improper service. A CAUTION: Rear Seat Outside Passenger ...Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have information about servicing your Chevrolet should be serviced. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet...
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... 2-13 2- 14 2- 17 2-18 2-22 2-22 2-26 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on Engine Exhaust 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-33 2-36 2-37 2-3 8 2-40 2-42 2-47 2-48 2-52 Operation of Your Windows Adjusting... Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Second-Gear Start Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained the instrument panel and warning systems that tell you have a problem.
... 2-13 2- 14 2- 17 2-18 2-22 2-22 2-26 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on Engine Exhaust 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-33 2-36 2-37 2-3 8 2-40 2-42 2-47 2-48 2-52 Operation of Your Windows Adjusting... Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Second-Gear Start Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained the instrument panel and warning systems that tell you have a problem.
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...Ignition Positions A h B -- -- This position locks your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for more information. During this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. It is the only position from is which you can remove the key.... OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch off. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it will sound A if you open the driver's door when ignition isoff and the the keyis in ...
...Ignition Positions A h B -- -- This position locks your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for more information. During this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. It is the only position from is which you can remove the key.... OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch off. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it will sound A if you open the driver's door when ignition isoff and the the keyis in ...
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... for The light tells you system may have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Then the light should flash a few seconds. For more information on when you turn off all your air bag you there is an electrical problem. This light will be the certain to warn you may...
... for The light tells you system may have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Then the light should flash a few seconds. For more information on when you turn off all your air bag you there is an electrical problem. This light will be the certain to warn you may...
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... manyother useful tips on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-7 4-9 4-9 4-1 1 4-12 4-13 Defensive Driving Driving Drunk Having Controlof Your Vehicle Your Braking System Information Anti-Lock Brake Information Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Off-Road Recovery Tips Passing Other Vehicles Losing Controlof Your Vehicle 4- 14 4-16 4-2 1 4-22 4-22 4-24 4-26 4-28...Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Helpful Hintsfor Towing a Trailer Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on Hills and Mountains Winter Driving If You're Caugh.t in varying weather conditions.
... manyother useful tips on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-7 4-9 4-9 4-1 1 4-12 4-13 Defensive Driving Driving Drunk Having Controlof Your Vehicle Your Braking System Information Anti-Lock Brake Information Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Off-Road Recovery Tips Passing Other Vehicles Losing Controlof Your Vehicle 4- 14 4-16 4-2 1 4-22 4-22 4-24 4-26 4-28...Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Helpful Hintsfor Towing a Trailer Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on Hills and Mountains Winter Driving If You're Caugh.t in varying weather conditions.
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... and driving.In recent years, some17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of about0.06 percent. by some general information on each had 1/2 ounces 1(45 ml) of think. How much is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. most cases, In these laws...
... and driving.In recent years, some17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of about0.06 percent. by some general information on each had 1/2 ounces 1(45 ml) of think. How much is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. most cases, In these laws...
Owner's Manual
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...the in total weight that you can carry. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1128KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION I NOTICE: Do not tow your warranty. SPA. It also gives you important information about the numberof people that can be covered by your vehicle from the Rear Loading ~ - -.r Vehicle I I... FRT. RR. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge the driver's side rear passenger of all the occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. 4-30 ~...
...the in total weight that you can carry. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1128KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION I NOTICE: Do not tow your warranty. SPA. It also gives you important information about the numberof people that can be covered by your vehicle from the Rear Loading ~ - -.r Vehicle I I... FRT. RR. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge the driver's side rear passenger of all the occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. 4-30 ~...
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...Towing a Trailer A CAUTION: If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can damage your vehicle and result in your Chevrolet dealer for important information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle. ~ 4-32 When you need to spread theweight evenly, Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside thevehicle ...trunk, put inside the vehicle, secure it whenever can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stop turn, or or in the trunkof your Chevrolet see dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle. -- Put things in a crash.
...Towing a Trailer A CAUTION: If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can damage your vehicle and result in your Chevrolet dealer for important information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle. ~ 4-32 When you need to spread theweight evenly, Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside thevehicle ...trunk, put inside the vehicle, secure it whenever can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stop turn, or or in the trunkof your Chevrolet see dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle. -- Put things in a crash.
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... damaged. You can be used properly. it are engine and other parts could be driving. durability andfuel economy. So please read the information in your rig will belegal, not only where you should read this part.In it dealer about sway controls. Make sure do , hereare... 0 Obey speedlimit restrictions when towing trailer. Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with trailering. Trailering means changes handling, information can ask a hitch takes correct equipment, and has to work harder are many different laws, including speedlimit your vehicle, you but live But...
... damaged. You can be used properly. it are engine and other parts could be driving. durability andfuel economy. So please read the information in your rig will belegal, not only where you should read this part.In it dealer about sway controls. Make sure do , hereare... 0 Obey speedlimit restrictions when towing trailer. Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with trailering. Trailering means changes handling, information can ask a hitch takes correct equipment, and has to work harder are many different laws, including speedlimit your vehicle, you but live But...
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... Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H8P7 4-34 too It depends on how you have to do with weight: You can ask your dealerfor our trailering information or advice, oryou can be ? kg). In Canada, write to pulla is trailer areall important. Three important considerations have on your vehicle. P.O. Box 7047 Troy... the total weight on your vehicle's tires. And, it can also dependon any special equipment that can write us at: the weight of the trailer, Chevrolet Motor Division the weight of the Trailer How heavy cana trailer safely be heavy.
... Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H8P7 4-34 too It depends on how you have to do with weight: You can ask your dealerfor our trailering information or advice, oryou can be ? kg). In Canada, write to pulla is trailer areall important. Three important considerations have on your vehicle. P.O. Box 7047 Troy... the total weight on your vehicle's tires. And, it can also dependon any special equipment that can write us at: the weight of the trailer, Chevrolet Motor Division the weight of the Trailer How heavy cana trailer safely be heavy.
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... to measure because affects the total capacity it , and the people who will be carrying that weight, too. "Loading See Your Vehicle" inthe Indexfor more information about your vehicle's maximum load capacity. of the total loaded trailer weight(B). If you don't over theGVW limit for cold tires. Then be sure you...
... to measure because affects the total capacity it , and the people who will be carrying that weight, too. "Loading See Your Vehicle" inthe Indexfor more information about your vehicle's maximum load capacity. of the total loaded trailer weight(B). If you don't over theGVW limit for cold tires. Then be sure you...
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can 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5- 10 5-11 5- 12 5- 12 How to Use Warning Flashers Other Typesof Warning Devices Step-by-step Procedure for Jump Starting Information You Should Know Before Towing Towing Your Vehicle Fromthe Front Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear If Your Engine is Overheating If Steam is Coming ...
can 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5- 10 5-11 5- 12 5- 12 How to Use Warning Flashers Other Typesof Warning Devices Step-by-step Procedure for Jump Starting Information You Should Know Before Towing Towing Your Vehicle Fromthe Front Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear If Your Engine is Overheating If Steam is Coming ...
Owner's Manual
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... o ever have t turn the pressure cap. -- -- 5-16 How to Add Coolant to cool if you do it. (See "Engine Coolant" the Index for in more information.) Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can come out at the coolant surge tank, but the coolant level a isn't at FULL COLD, add...
... o ever have t turn the pressure cap. -- -- 5-16 How to Add Coolant to cool if you do it. (See "Engine Coolant" the Index for in more information.) Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can come out at the coolant surge tank, but the coolant level a isn't at FULL COLD, add...
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Lift and remove the cover. (See "Compact Tire" Spare later in the trunk. of Remove thejack and wheel wrench from the trunk. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you'll need is in this section for more information about the compact spare.)You will findthe jacking instructions label on the compact spare cover to the left to the left and remove it . Then off lift the adapter and remove the spare tire. Turn the wing nut to remove it . Your vehicle'sjack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray. 5-22 Turn the center retainer nut on the underside the tire cover.
Lift and remove the cover. (See "Compact Tire" Spare later in the trunk. of Remove thejack and wheel wrench from the trunk. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you'll need is in this section for more information about the compact spare.)You will findthe jacking instructions label on the compact spare cover to the left to the left and remove it . Then off lift the adapter and remove the spare tire. Turn the wing nut to remove it . Your vehicle'sjack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray. 5-22 Turn the center retainer nut on the underside the tire cover.
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... let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxlein gear. For information about using tire chains on the speedometer. That will left clear the area around yourfront wheels. If is to to spin your wheels fast. If...
... let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxlein gear. For information about using tire chains on the speedometer. That will left clear the area around yourfront wheels. If is to to spin your wheels fast. If...