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The 2003 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...Front Seats ...Rear Seats ...Safety Belts ...Child Restraints ...Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...Restraint System Check ...Features and Controls ...Keys ...Doors and Locks ...Windows ...Theft-Deterrent Systems ...Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...Mirrors ...Storage Areas ...S!Jr?rnef ...Instrument Pane[ ...Instrument Panel Overview ...Climate Controls ...Warning Lights, Gages and...
The 2003 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...Front Seats ...Rear Seats ...Safety Belts ...Child Restraints ...Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...Restraint System Check ...Features and Controls ...Keys ...Doors and Locks ...Windows ...Theft-Deterrent Systems ...Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...Mirrors ...Storage Areas ...S!Jr?rnef ...Instrument Pane[ ...Instrument Panel Overview ...Climate Controls ...Warning Lights, Gages and...
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... Lights, Gages and Indicators on page 3-23. They use symbolsinstead of a component, gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index: 0 0 0 0 "Engine Compartment Overview" "Instrument Panel Overview" "Climate Controls" "Audio Systems" Also see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in this damage would not be covered by your warranty...
... Lights, Gages and Indicators on page 3-23. They use symbolsinstead of a component, gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index: 0 0 0 0 "Engine Compartment Overview" "Instrument Panel Overview" "Climate Controls" "Audio Systems" Also see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in this damage would not be covered by your warranty...
Owner's Manual
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See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The driver's air bag is an electrical problem. I The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the steering vvi-teei. 1-55 There is a air bag readiness light on page 3-27. Where Are the Air Bags?
See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The driver's air bag is an electrical problem. I The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the steering vvi-teei. 1-55 There is a air bag readiness light on page 3-27. Where Are the Air Bags?
Owner's Manual
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I The right front passenger's air bag is !tween an occupant andan it air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept Don't put anything between occupant andan air bag, an and don't attach or put clear. something is in the instrument panel on near anyother air bag or covering. anything on the steering wheel hub or on the passenger's side. 1-56
I The right front passenger's air bag is !tween an occupant andan it air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept Don't put anything between occupant andan air bag, an and don't attach or put clear. something is in the instrument panel on near anyother air bag or covering. anything on the steering wheel hub or on the passenger's side. 1-56
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... Air Bag Restrain? The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The airbag will be somewhat above the system's designed "threshold level". In any...
... Air Bag Restrain? The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The airbag will be somewhat above the system's designed "threshold level". In any...
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... there to help protect you in the air. The parts of the air bag module -the steering wheel hub for driver's air bag or the instrument panel the for people with you may not even realize the air bag inflated. If you 'll need to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop...
... there to help protect you in the air. The parts of the air bag module -the steering wheel hub for driver's air bag or the instrument panel the for people with you may not even realize the air bag inflated. If you 'll need to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop...
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... the right front passenger's bag, the bag may haveto replace the air bag modulein the steering wheel or both the air bag I module and the instrument panel for service. See your vehicle and the air bag system. qualified to 10 minutes after the ignition key Do coverings. Your dealer and the service...
... the right front passenger's bag, the bag may haveto replace the air bag modulein the steering wheel or both the air bag I module and the instrument panel for service. See your vehicle and the air bag system. qualified to 10 minutes after the ignition key Do coverings. Your dealer and the service...
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... hold down the power door lock switch for three seconds. This feature cannot guarantee that you are shut. 0 Turn the fan on or under the instrument panel, open them all other windows are leaving your vehicle, open your vehicle.See "Climate Controls" in the ignition and any door is open . Trunk To...
... hold down the power door lock switch for three seconds. This feature cannot guarantee that you are shut. 0 Turn the fan on or under the instrument panel, open them all other windows are leaving your vehicle, open your vehicle.See "Climate Controls" in the ignition and any door is open . Trunk To...
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... brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is not activated. When the lockout is located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted on the instrument panel will only work when either the ignition is off , slide the switch all the way to the left side of the... instrument panel, to the right (OFF). Make sure the remote trunk release lockout feature is less than 2 mph (3 km/h). To turn the lockout off , or with the ...
... brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is not activated. When the lockout is located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted on the instrument panel will only work when either the ignition is off , slide the switch all the way to the left side of the... instrument panel, to the right (OFF). Make sure the remote trunk release lockout feature is less than 2 mph (3 km/h). To turn the lockout off , or with the ...
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... position when the engine is not running, you can use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notices Don't try to push-start your electrical accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. J will continue to work when the ignition key is opened. A (OFF): This is turned to OFF. C (ON): This position unlocks the ignition. Retained...
... position when the engine is not running, you can use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notices Don't try to push-start your electrical accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. J will continue to work when the ignition key is opened. A (OFF): This is turned to OFF. C (ON): This position unlocks the ignition. Retained...
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... can be used to store cassette tapes or compact discs. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the rear of the lid. Cupholder(s) The instrument panel cupholder is located to the left of the shift lever. The cupholder is located at the rear of the steering wheel. Center Console Storage Area...
... can be used to store cassette tapes or compact discs. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the rear of the lid. Cupholder(s) The instrument panel cupholder is located to the left of the shift lever. The cupholder is located at the rear of the steering wheel. Center Console Storage Area...
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... ...3.17 Climate Controls ...-3-1 8 Climate Control System ...3.18 Outlet Adjustment ...3-22 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-23 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3.24 Speedometer and Odometer ...3.25 Tachometer ...3.26 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3.26 n Air say Fieadir~less iiyi-li ...3cn7 . Section... 3 Instrument Panel Oil Pressure Light ...Check Oil Level Light ...Passlock@ WarningLight ...Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ...Door Ajar Light ..., ...Service Vehicle ...
... ...3.17 Climate Controls ...-3-1 8 Climate Control System ...3.18 Outlet Adjustment ...3-22 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-23 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3.24 Speedometer and Odometer ...3.25 Tachometer ...3.26 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3.26 n Air say Fieadir~less iiyi-li ...3cn7 . Section... 3 Instrument Panel Oil Pressure Light ...Check Oil Level Light ...Passlock@ WarningLight ...Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ...Door Ajar Light ..., ...Service Vehicle ...
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.../MultifunctionLever Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped) L. AudioSystem S. Hazard Warning Flashers Button K. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. E. Parking Brake Q. Ignition Switch J. D. Instrument Panel Cupholder M. HoodRelease 0. Accessory Power Outlet V. Instrument Panel Cluster H. Horn R. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever I. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks 3-3 Climate Control System G. Tilt Wheel Lever P. Cigarette Lighter T. Ashtray U. Remote Trunk Release Button N. Side...
.../MultifunctionLever Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped) L. AudioSystem S. Hazard Warning Flashers Button K. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. E. Parking Brake Q. Ignition Switch J. D. Instrument Panel Cupholder M. HoodRelease 0. Accessory Power Outlet V. Instrument Panel Cluster H. Horn R. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever I. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks 3-3 Climate Control System G. Tilt Wheel Lever P. Cigarette Lighter T. Ashtray U. Remote Trunk Release Button N. Side...
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Press the button again to make the front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on , your key is located near the center of the instrument panel. When the hazard warning flashers are on and off . Your hazard warning flashers let you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps flash ...
Press the button again to make the front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on , your key is located near the center of the instrument panel. When the hazard warning flashers are on and off . Your hazard warning flashers let you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps flash ...
Owner's Manual
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... the turn or lane change , if the arrows flash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won't see Exterior Lamps on the instrument panel cluster will come on if you have left your turn signal on for left) positions. A warning chime signal will flash in this section. When the...
... the turn or lane change , if the arrows flash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won't see Exterior Lamps on the instrument panel cluster will come on if you have left your turn signal on for left) positions. A warning chime signal will flash in this section. When the...
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... on if the ignition is burned out, replace it , pull the turn signal lever toward you . When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will hear a warning chime. Headlamps On Reminder If you open the driver's door and turn off . If the arrows don't go on , you...
... on if the ignition is burned out, replace it , pull the turn signal lever toward you . When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will hear a warning chime. Headlamps On Reminder If you open the driver's door and turn off . If the arrows don't go on , you...
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... section. - For more information "Automatic Headlamp System" later in this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the following: SidemarkerLamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights - (Headlamps): Turntheswitch to thisposition to provide for automatic operation of the steering column see operates the exterior lamps. 3-12 The lever on the parking...
... section. - For more information "Automatic Headlamp System" later in this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the following: SidemarkerLamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights - (Headlamps): Turntheswitch to thisposition to provide for automatic operation of the steering column see operates the exterior lamps. 3-12 The lever on the parking...
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... lamps, the light sensor detects daytime light, the parking brake is released, and the shift lever is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will remain off any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it easier for United States vehicles only. The...
... lamps, the light sensor detects daytime light, the parking brake is released, and the shift lever is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will remain off any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it easier for United States vehicles only. The...
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...you need them. 3-14 Headlamps Off in lighting lasting longer than this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights will be on, but the headlamps will be on when driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a tunnel. The DRL...outside, your Automatic Headlamp System will turn on your vehicle with the other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be affected when the light sensor sees a change in Park (P) This feature works when the ...
...you need them. 3-14 Headlamps Off in lighting lasting longer than this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights will be on, but the headlamps will be on when driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a tunnel. The DRL...outside, your Automatic Headlamp System will turn on your vehicle with the other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be affected when the light sensor sees a change in Park (P) This feature works when the ...
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...has this feature, the button for this feature is located on the instrument panel, to the left to dim them. 3-15 The thumbwheel for the fog lamps is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the steering wheel. turn ... the fog lamps on as well as the parking lamps or the low-beam headlamps. the Push the button again to the left of the instrument panel lights. Move the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights or to the fog lamps off , the fog lamps will glow when fog ...
...has this feature, the button for this feature is located on the instrument panel, to the left to dim them. 3-15 The thumbwheel for the fog lamps is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the steering wheel. turn ... the fog lamps on as well as the parking lamps or the low-beam headlamps. the Push the button again to the left of the instrument panel lights. Move the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights or to the fog lamps off , the fog lamps will glow when fog ...