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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-11 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-56 ... Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Headlamp Aiming ...5-48 Bulb Replacement ...5-48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-51 Tires ...5-52 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-97 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-108 ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 ...
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-11 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-56 ... Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Headlamp Aiming ...5-48 Bulb Replacement ...5-48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-51 Tires ...5-52 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-97 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-108 ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 ...
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Keep safety belts clean and dry. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-33 for any opened , or broken, the airbag may not protect you see What Makes an ..., have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. If a belt is working. If you in a crash. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-34 for service. 1-72
Keep safety belts clean and dry. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-33 for any opened , or broken, the airbag may not protect you see What Makes an ..., have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. If a belt is working. If you in a crash. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-34 for service. 1-72
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... could be covered by the vehicle warranty. Security Light For information regarding this manual for more information. If it does not, the vehicle needs service. 3-44 The light goes out when the cruise control is set. See Cruise Control on page 3-10 for changing engine oil. Always follow ...the maintenance schedule in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-18. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may ...
... could be covered by the vehicle warranty. Security Light For information regarding this manual for more information. If it does not, the vehicle needs service. 3-44 The light goes out when the cruise control is set. See Cruise Control on page 3-10 for changing engine oil. Always follow ...the maintenance schedule in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-18. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may ...
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...is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should be changed. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as you can. See Tires on page 5-52, Loading the Vehicle on . If the tire pressure is active. See... Engine Oil Life System on page 5-22, Engine Oil on page 5-19, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. DOOR AJAR This message displays if one or more of the vehicle's tires needs to be reset separately. When...
...is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should be changed. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as you can. See Tires on page 5-52, Loading the Vehicle on . If the tire pressure is active. See... Engine Oil Life System on page 5-22, Engine Oil on page 5-19, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. DOOR AJAR This message displays if one or more of the vehicle's tires needs to be reset separately. When...
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...;at tire while towing a trailer, be sure to secure the trailer and disconnect it 's a good idea to review this manual, and the Index will need service more information. If you're trailering, it from the vehicle before you start your trip. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on page...
...;at tire while towing a trailer, be sure to secure the trailer and disconnect it 's a good idea to review this manual, and the Index will need service more information. If you're trailering, it from the vehicle before you start your trip. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on page...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help you drive. You might need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you keep your vehicle in good working condition. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5-6. 6-3 When you go to your dealer/...driven on page 6-7 for the job. Because of all the time in many other ways. This schedule is for your vehicle in Scheduled Maintenance on a vehicle can be dangerous. You might use your service needs, you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for further information. ...
Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help you drive. You might need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you keep your vehicle in good working condition. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5-6. 6-3 When you go to your dealer/...driven on page 6-7 for the job. Because of all the time in many other ways. This schedule is for your vehicle in Scheduled Maintenance on a vehicle can be dangerous. You might use your service needs, you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for further information. ...
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... replaced and all for one year. Remember to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 6-13. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-22 for information on 10 months or more often. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance...
... replaced and all for one year. Remember to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 6-13. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-22 for information on 10 months or more often. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance...
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...Visually check for any needed . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Rotate tires and check in this section. See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. See footnote (f). 3.6L Engine Only: Check automatic transmission fluid level and add ... engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed additional services. See footnote (c). Inspect restraint system components. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19. Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Lubricate body components.
...Visually check for any needed . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Rotate tires and check in this section. See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. See footnote (f). 3.6L Engine Only: Check automatic transmission fluid level and add ... engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed additional services. See footnote (c). Inspect restraint system components. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19. Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Lubricate body components.
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Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2. Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided.
Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2. Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided.
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...to the United States Government ...7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-16 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-18 Event Data Recorders ...7-18 OnStar® ...7-19 Navigation System ......7-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-6 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-6 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...7-7 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-7 Scheduling Service Appointments ...7-10 Courtesy Transportation ...7-10 Collision Damage Repair ...7-12 7-1
...to the United States Government ...7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-16 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-18 Event Data Recorders ...7-18 OnStar® ...7-19 Navigation System ......7-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-6 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-6 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...7-7 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-7 Scheduling Service Appointments ...7-10 Courtesy Transportation ...7-10 Collision Damage Repair ...7-12 7-1
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... access to: − My Showroom: Find and save information on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for your profile, subscribe to E-News and use handy tools and forms with ... of your vehicle. 7-5 The Online Owner Center allows you to: My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a resource for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Specific vehicle information can save information on vehicles and current offers...
... access to: − My Showroom: Find and save information on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for your profile, subscribe to E-News and use handy tools and forms with ... of your vehicle. 7-5 The Online Owner Center allows you to: My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a resource for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Specific vehicle information can save information on vehicles and current offers...
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... to assist in reducing your vehicle cannot be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. Chevrolet and General Motors of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealership/retailer, let them know this...State, Provincial, or Federal law, and mounting, dismounting or changing of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailer can be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it is not a part of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any ...
... to assist in reducing your vehicle cannot be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. Chevrolet and General Motors of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealership/retailer, let them know this...State, Provincial, or Federal law, and mounting, dismounting or changing of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailer can be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it is not a part of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any ...
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...fic information about availability. Dealers may also be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for reimbursement of the dealer's shuttle service, the expense must be completed while you are responsible for an overnight warranty repair. This requires that you obtain if your dealer.... Requirements vary and may not be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. This includes one of claim eligibility pursuant to minimize your daily schedule. However, if you wait. You are unable to wait, GM helps to the terms and conditions described herein at every dealer....
...fic information about availability. Dealers may also be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for reimbursement of the dealer's shuttle service, the expense must be completed while you are responsible for an overnight warranty repair. This requires that you obtain if your dealer.... Requirements vary and may not be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. This includes one of claim eligibility pursuant to minimize your daily schedule. However, if you wait. You are unable to wait, GM helps to the terms and conditions described herein at every dealer....
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... PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for all models. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for current and past model GM vehicles. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to make checks...
... PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for all models. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for current and past model GM vehicles. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to make checks...
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...Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-70 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...1-63 Passenger Sensing System ...1-65 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-70 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...1-63 What Will You See After an...Sheet Metal Damage ...Tires ...Underbody Maintenance ...Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...Washing Your Vehicle ...Weatherstrips ...Windshield and Wiper Blades ...Appointments, Scheduling Service ...Audio System ...Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...Backglass Antenna ...Radio Reception ...Setting the Clock ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...XM™ ...
...Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-70 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...1-63 Passenger Sensing System ...1-65 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-70 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...1-63 What Will You See After an...Sheet Metal Damage ...Tires ...Underbody Maintenance ...Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...Washing Your Vehicle ...Weatherstrips ...Windshield and Wiper Blades ...Appointments, Scheduling Service ...Audio System ...Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...Backglass Antenna ...Radio Reception ...Setting the Clock ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...XM™ ...
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... Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-41 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-3 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual, Using ...iii Message DIC Warnings and...
... Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-41 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-3 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual, Using ...iii Message DIC Warnings and...
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...Belt Extender ...1-30 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-30 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-11 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iii Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Seats Head Restraints ...1-7 Heated Seats ...1-4 Manual Lumbar ...1-3 Power Lift Seat ...1-8 Power Seats ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 Doing Your Own Work ...5-4 Engine Soon Light ...3-41 Publications Ordering Information ...7-16 Service, Scheduling Appointments ...7-10 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-70 Setting the Clock ...3-60 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-95 Shifting Into Park ...2-35...
...Belt Extender ...1-30 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-30 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-11 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iii Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Seats Head Restraints ...1-7 Heated Seats ...1-4 Manual Lumbar ...1-3 Power Lift Seat ...1-8 Power Seats ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 Doing Your Own Work ...5-4 Engine Soon Light ...3-41 Publications Ordering Information ...7-16 Service, Scheduling Appointments ...7-10 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-70 Setting the Clock ...3-60 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-95 Shifting Into Park ...2-35...