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...find of in something you want to read. It also explains the "SRS" system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do you have a problem while driving, such as a tire or overheated engine,etc. Features and Controls This ... Defects" page 8-10. on Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject this manual.You can use your audio system. . * a The 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road ...
...find of in something you want to read. It also explains the "SRS" system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do you have a problem while driving, such as a tire or overheated engine,etc. Features and Controls This ... Defects" page 8-10. on Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject this manual.You can use your audio system. . * a The 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road ...
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... Edition @Copyright Genzral Motors Corporation 1996 All Rights Reserved ii Please keep this manual your Chevrolet, so it will be in so the new it owner can use it the was printed. For vehicles first soldin Canada, substitute the name "General Motorsof Canada Limited" for AUTOMOTIVE r We support... 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. This manual includes the latest information at the time it .
... Edition @Copyright Genzral Motors Corporation 1996 All Rights Reserved ii Please keep this manual your Chevrolet, so it will be in so the new it owner can use it the was printed. For vehicles first soldin Canada, substitute the name "General Motorsof Canada Limited" for AUTOMOTIVE r We support... 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. This manual includes the latest information at the time it .
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...other half o the team, f at the wheel of his experimental "Classic Six, which entered production in more than 110 million Chevrolet cars and trucks have selected a vehicle designed, engineered vehicle backed by teamwork, a 1 .- Since the first "Classic Six" rolled off the line 1912, in I91 2. and crafted...carriages to making cars, forming half the team that gave birth to the largest in the world. I I worn the Chevrolet marque. You have I I Welcome to Chevrolet. That year 2999 vehicles were produced. " the familyof Chevrolet owners. That kind of performance and value.
...other half o the team, f at the wheel of his experimental "Classic Six, which entered production in more than 110 million Chevrolet cars and trucks have selected a vehicle designed, engineered vehicle backed by teamwork, a 1 .- Since the first "Classic Six" rolled off the line 1912, in I91 2. and crafted...carriages to making cars, forming half the team that gave birth to the largest in the world. I I worn the Chevrolet marque. You have I I Welcome to Chevrolet. That year 2999 vehicles were produced. " the familyof Chevrolet owners. That kind of performance and value.
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..., whenhand-assembled 319 white Corvettes launched first use o a f body fiberglass in production a car: I into each vehicle. We're proud to continue that for years "Genuine Chevrolet" has been America's automobile. I I : I I I I : I I iv including such niceties as a clock! The Chevrolet blend of created for the pleasure the open road. whether bred for the racetrack like...
..., whenhand-assembled 319 white Corvettes launched first use o a f body fiberglass in production a car: I into each vehicle. We're proud to continue that for years "Genuine Chevrolet" has been America's automobile. I I : I I I I : I I iv including such niceties as a clock! The Chevrolet blend of created for the pleasure the open road. whether bred for the racetrack like...
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... to help you learn about things that could be hurt. Please read their owner's manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. In the caution area, we tell you what you need is . Th Index we tell you were to ignore the warning. This safety Safety Warnings... and Symbols symbol means "Don't,'' You will help avoid reduce the or A good place to look for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find a number safety cautions in this ," or "Don't We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you or other...
... to help you learn about things that could be hurt. Please read their owner's manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. In the caution area, we tell you what you need is . Th Index we tell you were to ignore the warning. This safety Safety Warnings... and Symbols symbol means "Don't,'' You will help avoid reduce the or A good place to look for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find a number safety cautions in this ," or "Don't We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you or other...
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... to he avoid the damage. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. When you read other manuals, you about something that can damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in this damage would not be costly.... Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in different words. vii But the notice will find these notices: I NOTICE: These mean there something that could be covered by your ...
... to he avoid the damage. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. When you read other manuals, you about something that can damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in this damage would not be costly.... Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in different words. vii But the notice will find these notices: I NOTICE: These mean there something that could be covered by your ...
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... battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC A These symbols are some other symbols you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols have to do with your vehicle. t FUSE I-1 (@) P LIGHTER HORN BRAKE )cr BURNS AVO1D SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAlTERY COOLANT a SPEAKER ENGINE OIL...
... battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC A These symbols are some other symbols you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols have to do with your vehicle. t FUSE I-1 (@) P LIGHTER HORN BRAKE )cr BURNS AVO1D SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAlTERY COOLANT a SPEAKER ENGINE OIL...
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Then release lever and the try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving . The sudden movement could startle and confuse you,or make sure the seat is not moving . Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is locked into place. 1-2 Slide the seat to where you a don't want it... . You can lose control of the vehicle if you about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Move the lever under the front sear IO unlock it . how to adjust them -- and also about ...
Then release lever and the try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving . The sudden movement could startle and confuse you,or make sure the seat is not moving . Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is locked into place. 1-2 Slide the seat to where you a don't want it... . You can lose control of the vehicle if you about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Move the lever under the front sear IO unlock it . how to adjust them -- and also about ...
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Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the lever and the seat willto an go upright position. 1-4 But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. to Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the outer of side the seat and move the seatback where you want it.
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the lever and the seat willto an go upright position. 1-4 But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. to Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the outer of side the seat and move the seatback where you want it.
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...over your abdomen. In a crash the its because it job won't be in motion, havethe seatback upright. CAUTION: (Continued) For properprotection when the vehicle is in theseat and wear your safety belt properly. Instead, it , receiving neck or other injuries. of your ears. The belt forces would be ...Slide the head restraint upor down so that the topof the restraint isclosest to the top of 1-5 I Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in front of you. The lap belt can be there, not at your body. This could go into it will be against your pelvic...
...over your abdomen. In a crash the its because it job won't be in motion, havethe seatback upright. CAUTION: (Continued) For properprotection when the vehicle is in theseat and wear your safety belt properly. Instead, it , receiving neck or other injuries. of your ears. The belt forces would be ...Slide the head restraint upor down so that the topof the restraint isclosest to the top of 1-5 I Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in front of you. The lap belt can be there, not at your body. This could go into it will be against your pelvic...
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The right-hand tether will open the smaller side of the seatback. To close the folding rear seat from inside the car, push the seatback up until you hear a click. Then pull on the seatback to make sure itis secure. The leaf-hand tether will open the larger of the tethers locatedon the left sideof the trunk. Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped) To open the folding rear seat, open from inside the vehicle. Once a tether pulled, the seatback is can be pushed open through the trunk, or pulled open the trunk and pull one or both of side the seatback.
The right-hand tether will open the smaller side of the seatback. To close the folding rear seat from inside the car, push the seatback up until you hear a click. Then pull on the seatback to make sure itis secure. The leaf-hand tether will open the larger of the tethers locatedon the left sideof the trunk. Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped) To open the folding rear seat, open from inside the vehicle. Once a tether pulled, the seatback is can be pushed open through the trunk, or pulled open the trunk and pull one or both of side the seatback.
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... crash, you might not beif you are in a seat andusing a safety belt properly. 1-7 Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of a vehicle. You can be ejected from it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (S ;), or air bag system. In a collision, people riding in anyarea of your... vehicle that your injuries can be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in theseareas aremore likely to properly. Always fasten your...
... crash, you might not beif you are in a seat andusing a safety belt properly. 1-7 Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of a vehicle. You can be ejected from it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (S ;), or air bag system. In a collision, people riding in anyarea of your... vehicle that your injuries can be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in theseareas aremore likely to properly. Always fasten your...
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...go as fast as , to wear safety belts. But most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to buckle up does matter ...a lot! 1-8 Your vehicle has a light Why Safety BeltsWork that even buckled up a person wouldn't survive. You never knowif you don't know it goes. you do have been ...badly hurt or killed. Take the simplest vehicle. Belt Reminder Light" in a crash. the facts are mild, and some crashes can survive and sometimes walk away. if bad A few crashes are ...
...go as fast as , to wear safety belts. But most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to buckle up does matter ...a lot! 1-8 Your vehicle has a light Why Safety BeltsWork that even buckled up a person wouldn't survive. You never knowif you don't know it goes. you do have been ...badly hurt or killed. Take the simplest vehicle. Belt Reminder Light" in a crash. the facts are mild, and some crashes can survive and sometimes walk away. if bad A few crashes are ...
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by In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... The person keeps going until stopped something. or the instrument panel ... 1-10
by In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... The person keeps going until stopped something. or the instrument panel ... 1-10
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... if you are so supplemental systems only; You get more distance, to wear safety belts? Even you're in a vehicle that hasair if bags, you 're upside down as the vehicle does. not insteadof them inthe future. You stop over more time stop. But they work with safety belts-- Here Are... Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers -@ Won't I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident, you can unbuckle safety belt, a even if you still have to and your chanceof so being conscious during and after an accident...
... if you are so supplemental systems only; You get more distance, to wear safety belts? Even you're in a vehicle that hasair if bags, you 're upside down as the vehicle does. not insteadof them inthe future. You stop over more time stop. But they work with safety belts-- Here Are... Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers -@ Won't I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident, you can unbuckle safety belt, a even if you still have to and your chanceof so being conscious during and after an accident...
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... Belts Properly Adults This part is only people of this see "Seats" in the Index) so you 'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. And the greatest number serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds less than40 mph of home. a child will If be riding in an accident.... I home, why should wear safety belts? for smaller children and babies. Being a good driver doesn't protect youfrom things beyond your fault you 're in your Chevrolet, the part of adult size.
... Belts Properly Adults This part is only people of this see "Seats" in the Index) so you 'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. And the greatest number serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds less than40 mph of home. a child will If be riding in an accident.... I home, why should wear safety belts? for smaller children and babies. Being a good driver doesn't protect youfrom things beyond your fault you 're in your Chevrolet, the part of adult size.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button on you can damage both the it, belt and your vehicle. go Before you slam the door on the buckle. If you close the door, sure the beltis out of the way. Like all occupants, they ...
To unlatch the belt, push the button on you can damage both the it, belt and your vehicle. go Before you slam the door on the buckle. If you close the door, sure the beltis out of the way. Like all occupants, they ...
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... Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Air bags are designed to work only inmoderate to severe crashes where thefront of inside the vehicle being ejected from Air or it 's more likely thatthe fetus won't be severelyinjured orkilled ina crash if you aren't wearing your safety belt even...passenger's safety belt works the same way as anyone, the key to malung for the -driver and another air bag the rightfront passenger. Your Chevrolet has two air bags one air bag for safety belts effective is to protect the mother. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce ...
... Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Air bags are designed to work only inmoderate to severe crashes where thefront of inside the vehicle being ejected from Air or it 's more likely thatthe fetus won't be severelyinjured orkilled ina crash if you aren't wearing your safety belt even...passenger's safety belt works the same way as anyone, the key to malung for the -driver and another air bag the rightfront passenger. Your Chevrolet has two air bags one air bag for safety belts effective is to protect the mother. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce ...
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Safety belts help keepyou in for malfunctions. Always wear your vehicle. of There is an electrica problem. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. Always secure children properly in your safety belt, ... small children. The light tells you . Air bags inflate with air bags, Thedriver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control the vehicle. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" the Index in position beforeand during a crash. To read how, seethe part of an eye. If you're too close...
Safety belts help keepyou in for malfunctions. Always wear your vehicle. of There is an electrica problem. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. Always secure children properly in your safety belt, ... small children. The light tells you . Air bags inflate with air bags, Thedriver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control the vehicle. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" the Index in position beforeand during a crash. To read how, seethe part of an eye. If you're too close...
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... say whether an air bag should an airbag inflate? The air bag inflate will be somewhat above the system's designed "threshold level." If your or vehicle strikes something is above below this range. If something that doesn't move deform, such or as a parked car, the threshold level will only if the... near-frontal impacts. An air bag is about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with speci€ic vehicle design,so that person. The air bag is determined by the angle the impact and of an inflating air bag must be kept clear, Don...
... say whether an air bag should an airbag inflate? The air bag inflate will be somewhat above the system's designed "threshold level." If your or vehicle strikes something is above below this range. If something that doesn't move deform, such or as a parked car, the threshold level will only if the... near-frontal impacts. An air bag is about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with speci€ic vehicle design,so that person. The air bag is determined by the angle the impact and of an inflating air bag must be kept clear, Don...