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2004 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-31 Air Bag Systems ...1-52 Restraint ...-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-22 Mirrors ...2-35 OnStar® System ...2-38 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-40 Storage Areas ...2-44 Sunroof ...2-48 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-21 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-31 M Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-45 Audio System(s) ...3-52 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 ...
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-31 Air Bag Systems ...1-52 Restraint ...-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-22 Mirrors ...2-35 OnStar® System ...2-38 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-40 Storage Areas ...2-44 Sunroof ...2-48 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-21 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-31 M Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-45 Audio System(s) ...3-52 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 ...
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... 5 iv They use symbols instead of a component, gage or indicator, reference the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in different words. Symbols...
... 5 iv They use symbols instead of a component, gage or indicator, reference the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in different words. Symbols...
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In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... 1-13
In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... 1-13
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The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol. Where Are the Air Bags? There is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-54 The driver's air bag is a air bag readiness light on page 3-34 for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol. Where Are the Air Bags? There is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-54 The driver's air bag is a air bag readiness light on page 3-34 for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
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If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-55 The right front passenger's air bag is located in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-55 The right front passenger's air bag is located in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
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... bag. How Does an Air Bag Restrain? Some components of the air bag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver's air bag, the instrument panel for a short time. The inflator, air bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside of collisions, including ...Inflate? In an impact of your vehicle near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger and in the ceiling of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant ...
... bag. How Does an Air Bag Restrain? Some components of the air bag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver's air bag, the instrument panel for a short time. The inflator, air bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside of collisions, including ...Inflate? In an impact of your vehicle near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger and in the ceiling of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant ...
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... bag in the air. Notice: If you have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel, both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's air bag, or side impact air bag module and ceiling covering for people with a crash sensing and {CAUTION: When an...
... bag in the air. Notice: If you have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel, both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's air bag, or side impact air bag module and ceiling covering for people with a crash sensing and {CAUTION: When an...
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... power door lock switch will lock all the way. This feature cannot guarantee that will override this feature. See Engine Exhaust on or under the instrument panel, open your vehicle. See Climate Control System in the ignition, or if you use the manual door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter, you...
... power door lock switch will lock all the way. This feature cannot guarantee that will override this feature. See Engine Exhaust on or under the instrument panel, open your vehicle. See Climate Control System in the ignition, or if you use the manual door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter, you...
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...the rear of the driver's door. If the liftgate is a pull cable located under the instrument panel, open them all doors using the power door unlock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter ...smell CO. This should be used in the driver's door lock cylinder to the right of the liftgate trim panel, slightly to unlock and open the liftgate. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-33. 2-15 If none of... opening the liftgate works, there is unlocked, you have air outlets on or under the body trim panel in the liftgate area which will force outside , use the key in case of the vehicle and ...
...the rear of the driver's door. If the liftgate is a pull cable located under the instrument panel, open them all doors using the power door unlock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter ...smell CO. This should be used in the driver's door lock cylinder to the right of the liftgate trim panel, slightly to unlock and open the liftgate. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-33. 2-15 If none of... opening the liftgate works, there is unlocked, you have air outlets on or under the body trim panel in the liftgate area which will force outside , use the key in case of the vehicle and ...
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...PASS-Key® III + (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key® III + uses a radio frequency transponder in the instrument panel cluster comes on a radio frequency subject to have a new key made. It works when you don't have to do anything special to use ...PASS-Key® III+ Your PASS-Key® III + system operates on , the key may have a damaged transponder. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. this system by other key, your dealer who can service the PASS-Key® III + to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules ...
...PASS-Key® III + (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key® III + uses a radio frequency transponder in the instrument panel cluster comes on a radio frequency subject to have a new key made. It works when you don't have to do anything special to use ...PASS-Key® III+ Your PASS-Key® III + system operates on , the key may have a damaged transponder. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. this system by other key, your dealer who can service the PASS-Key® III + to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules ...
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... off or until the driver's door is stopped. 1. They will go of the key. R (ON): This position unlocks the ignition. The switch will allow some instrument panel warning lights. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) only when your engine gets warm. / (START): This position starts the engine. Shift into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving...
... off or until the driver's door is stopped. 1. They will go of the key. R (ON): This position unlocks the ignition. The switch will allow some instrument panel warning lights. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) only when your engine gets warm. / (START): This position starts the engine. Shift into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving...
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... all the way to the floor and holding it there as a drivers foot pushing the brake pedal, it could change the position of the instrument panel. 2-24 This feature is located on the left side of the throttle and brake pedals. The switch used to be in PARK (P) or have the...
... all the way to the floor and holding it there as a drivers foot pushing the brake pedal, it could change the position of the instrument panel. 2-24 This feature is located on the left side of the throttle and brake pedals. The switch used to be in PARK (P) or have the...
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... or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-50. You can drive in the instrument panel shows L3. If you are towing a trailer and are driving less than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will...
... or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-50. You can drive in the instrument panel shows L3. If you are towing a trailer and are driving less than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will...
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...picture clip to hold photos located near the center of the instrument panel and a parking pass holder located near the driver's side door trim. The panel/cargo cover can be adjusted into four positions. Your vehicle may also have an adjustable panel/cargo cover feature. There is also an accessory power outlet ...a storage compartment in the center console area. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the front edge of the seats, the door panels or the back of the front seats. Center Console Storage Area Map Pocket Your vehicle may have storage pockets located on the release at the...
...picture clip to hold photos located near the center of the instrument panel and a parking pass holder located near the driver's side door trim. The panel/cargo cover can be adjusted into four positions. Your vehicle may also have an adjustable panel/cargo cover feature. There is also an accessory power outlet ...a storage compartment in the center console area. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the front edge of the seats, the door panels or the back of the front seats. Center Console Storage Area Map Pocket Your vehicle may have storage pockets located on the release at the...
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...(RSA) (Without Entertainment System) ...3-111 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (With Entertainment System) ...3-113 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-115 3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-7 Horn ...3-7 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-8 Exterior Lamps ...3-14... System ...3-21 Automatic Climate Control System ...3-25 Outlet Adjustment ...3-30 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-31 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-32 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-33 Tachometer ...3-33 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-34 Air Bag Readiness Light ...
...(RSA) (Without Entertainment System) ...3-111 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (With Entertainment System) ...3-113 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-115 3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-7 Horn ...3-7 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-8 Exterior Lamps ...3-14... System ...3-21 Automatic Climate Control System ...3-25 Outlet Adjustment ...3-30 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-31 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-32 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-33 Tachometer ...3-33 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-34 Air Bag Readiness Light ...
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Cleaning Your DVD Player ...3-118 Cleaning the Video Screen ...3-118 Fixed Mast Antenna (MAXX Only) ...3-118 Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only) ...3-119 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-119 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-115 DVD Distortion ...3-116 Radio Reception ...3-116 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-117 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...3-118 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-118 3-2
Section 3 Instrument Panel Cleaning Your DVD Player ...3-118 Cleaning the Video Screen ...3-118 Fixed Mast Antenna (MAXX Only) ...3-118 Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only) ...3-119 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-119 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-115 DVD Distortion ...3-116 Radio Reception ...3-116 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-117 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...3-118 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-118 3-2
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...Lamps on page 5-12. See Hood Release on page 3-14. Parking Brake. Shift Lever. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-115 and "Cruise Control" ...3-8. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 2-30. Hood Release. Adjustable Pedal Buttons. Q. U. Instrument Panel Cluster. Center Air Outlets. L. R. Traction Control Button (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Brightness Control. Climate Control System. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 3-8. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever...
...Lamps on page 5-12. See Hood Release on page 3-14. Parking Brake. Shift Lever. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-115 and "Cruise Control" ...3-8. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 2-30. Hood Release. Adjustable Pedal Buttons. Q. U. Instrument Panel Cluster. Center Air Outlets. L. R. Traction Control Button (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Brightness Control. Climate Control System. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 3-8. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever...
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... warning flashers work . Press the button to turn signals won't work no matter what position your key is located near the center of the instrument panel. Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher is in, and even if the key isn't in.
... warning flashers work . Press the button to turn signals won't work no matter what position your key is located near the center of the instrument panel. Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher is in, and even if the key isn't in.
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... have left your turn is burned out, replace it to flash. A warning chime signal will flash in this section. See Fuses on the instrument panel cluster will come on if you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other...
... have left your turn is burned out, replace it to flash. A warning chime signal will flash in this section. See Fuses on the instrument panel cluster will come on if you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other...
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... operation. The delay will change with your high-beam headlamps momentarily to signal a driver in ON. When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will be manually adjusted when the lever is in front of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers. 9(Off): Move the lever...
... operation. The delay will change with your high-beam headlamps momentarily to signal a driver in ON. When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will be manually adjusted when the lever is in front of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers. 9(Off): Move the lever...