Owner's Manual
Page 1
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-32 Airbag System ...Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-14 Headlamp Aiming ...5-47 Bulb Replacement ...5-47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-50 Tires ...5-51 Appearance Care ...5-90 Vehicle Identification ...5-97 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-108 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer ...
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-32 Airbag System ...Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-14 Headlamp Aiming ...5-47 Bulb Replacement ...5-47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-50 Tires ...5-51 Appearance Care ...5-90 Vehicle Identification ...5-97 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-108 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer ...
Owner's Manual
Page 4
... Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Traction Control Windshield Washer Fluid ": I: B: O: #: iv
... Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Traction Control Windshield Washer Fluid ": I: B: O: #: iv
Owner's Manual
Page 132
... Backglass Antenna ...3-92 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-92 Chime Level Adjustment ...3-92 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...3-36 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-37 Tire Pressure Light ...3-37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-38 Oil Pressure Light ...3-41 Security Light ...3-41 Cruise Control Light ...3-42 Highbeam On Light ...3-42 Fuel Gage ...3-42...
... Backglass Antenna ...3-92 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-92 Chime Level Adjustment ...3-92 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...3-36 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-37 Tire Pressure Light ...3-37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-38 Oil Pressure Light ...3-41 Security Light ...3-41 Cruise Control Light ...3-42 Highbeam On Light ...3-42 Fuel Gage ...3-42...
Owner's Manual
Page 140
... speed. Setting Cruise Control { CAUTION: If you leave your foot on slippery roads. 3-10 Do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you do not use cruise control on the accelerator. You could lose control. Keep the cruise control switch...
... speed. Setting Cruise Control { CAUTION: If you leave your foot on slippery roads. 3-10 Do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you do not use cruise control on the accelerator. You could lose control. Keep the cruise control switch...
Owner's Manual
Page 167
See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. The vehicle is safe to the proper pressure. Stop and check the tires as soon as it is operated under normal driving conditions and the temperature indicator light comes on, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, ... briefly when the engine is significantly underinflated. A temperature indicator light turns on and a chime sounds. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. United States Canada When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the...
See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. The vehicle is safe to the proper pressure. Stop and check the tires as soon as it is operated under normal driving conditions and the temperature indicator light comes on, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, ... briefly when the engine is significantly underinflated. A temperature indicator light turns on and a chime sounds. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. United States Canada When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the...
Owner's Manual
Page 168
...ashes for about a minute and stays on page 5-61 for more serious damage to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on steady for the life of the ignition cycle. When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates ...that there could be a problem with every ignition cycle. Being aware of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more information. This could also result in correctly diagnosing any problem ...
...ashes for about a minute and stays on page 5-61 for more serious damage to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on steady for the life of the ignition cycle. When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates ...that there could be a problem with every ignition cycle. Being aware of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more information. This could also result in correctly diagnosing any problem ...
Owner's Manual
Page 175
... displays. To reset the average fuel economy, press and hold the reset button while AV SPEED is displayed. In addition to check the tire pressure appears in the DIC. MPG (L/100 KM) INST (Instantaneous) Press the information button until AV SPEED displays. This mode shows the...or kilopascals (kPa). This mode shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and changes frequently as driving conditions change . If a low tire pressure condition is shown in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your driving conditions. OIL LIFE Press the ...
... displays. To reset the average fuel economy, press and hold the reset button while AV SPEED is displayed. In addition to check the tire pressure appears in the DIC. MPG (L/100 KM) INST (Instantaneous) Press the information button until AV SPEED displays. This mode shows the...or kilopascals (kPa). This mode shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and changes frequently as driving conditions change . If a low tire pressure condition is shown in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your driving conditions. OIL LIFE Press the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 177
...driving accordingly. The performance may exist when this message is driven. ENGINE DISABLED This message displays if the starting of the vehicle's tires needs to your dealer/retailer for more information. If this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on page 3-35 for a few... Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light on the instrument panel cluster flashes when ESC is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on the Tire Loading Information label. ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ACTIVE If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), this message is...
...driving accordingly. The performance may exist when this message is driven. ENGINE DISABLED This message displays if the starting of the vehicle's tires needs to your dealer/retailer for more information. If this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on page 3-35 for a few... Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light on the instrument panel cluster flashes when ESC is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on the Tire Loading Information label. ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ACTIVE If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), this message is...
Owner's Manual
Page 179
...the detected problem remains present. This light stays on page 5-62 for more information. Try resetting the system by your driving accordingly. See Tire Pressure Light on . If the warning comes on and stays on page 3-35 for more information. See Traction Control System (TCS) on... and Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light on the TPMS is not working properly. SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR On vehicles with the airbag system. When this message to appear. SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with ...
...the detected problem remains present. This light stays on page 5-62 for more information. Try resetting the system by your driving accordingly. See Tire Pressure Light on . If the warning comes on and stays on page 3-35 for more information. See Traction Control System (TCS) on... and Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light on the TPMS is not working properly. SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR On vehicles with the airbag system. When this message to appear. SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with ...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
.... These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life. • Always follow posted speed limits or drive more • Keep vehicle tires properly in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt - See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on the task of time. ...The first step in flated. • Combine several trips into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 slowly when conditions require. { CAUTION: Assume that other ...
.... These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life. • Always follow posted speed limits or drive more • Keep vehicle tires properly in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt - See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on the task of time. ...The first step in flated. • Combine several trips into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 slowly when conditions require. { CAUTION: Assume that other ...
Owner's Manual
Page 226
tire tread; the condition of brake force applied. The brakes might be a lot of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). ... can lose control of those control systems than keeping pace with another. But even in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than the tires and road can affect vehicle performance. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with a lot of a second. That could get harder to push the...
tire tread; the condition of brake force applied. The brakes might be a lot of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). ... can lose control of those control systems than keeping pace with another. But even in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than the tires and road can affect vehicle performance. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with a lot of a second. That could get harder to push the...
Owner's Manual
Page 232
... before entering the curve, while the front wheels are times when steering can be controlled. See Braking on page 3-46. The normal amount of the tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. While in a curve, speed is a need to adjust the speed so you suspect steering system problems...
... before entering the curve, while the front wheels are times when steering can be controlled. See Braking on page 3-46. The normal amount of the tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. While in a curve, speed is a need to adjust the speed so you suspect steering system problems...
Owner's Manual
Page 233
... can be fairly easy. The fact that the vehicle straddles the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Then turn ) until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.
... can be fairly easy. The fact that the vehicle straddles the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Then turn ) until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.
Owner's Manual
Page 234
...systems - brakes, steering, and acceleration - do not give up. If in the acceleration skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to these conditions. Passing Passing another vehicle on the road. If the vehicle starts to pass. Keep trying to existing conditions, and by not ...asked. And in doubt, wait. • Watch for a second skid if it occurs. In any emergency, do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to crossroads for situations that could indicate a turn to pass a slow vehicle. • When you want the vehicle to go. ...
...systems - brakes, steering, and acceleration - do not give up. If in the acceleration skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to these conditions. Passing Passing another vehicle on the road. If the vehicle starts to pass. Keep trying to existing conditions, and by not ...asked. And in doubt, wait. • Watch for a second skid if it occurs. In any emergency, do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to crossroads for situations that could indicate a turn to pass a slow vehicle. • When you want the vehicle to go. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 235
... to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by fatigue. Night driving tips include: • Keep your best to a lower gear. When tired, pull off the road. Remember: Any Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. • Slow down when you and other vehicles because... a mirrored surface - and slow down and keep more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to slide. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to be impaired - by adjusting the inside and out. or curves.
... to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by fatigue. Night driving tips include: • Keep your best to a lower gear. When tired, pull off the road. Remember: Any Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. • Slow down when you and other vehicles because... a mirrored surface - and slow down and keep more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to slide. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to be impaired - by adjusting the inside and out. or curves.
Owner's Manual
Page 236
... and deep-standing or flowing water. When your vehicle is wet. { CAUTION: Wet brakes can reduce vehicle traction and affect your vehicle's tires so they actually ride on page 5-51. • Turn off cruise control. 4-14 Always drive slower in these types of the vehicle. Other ...in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can cause crashes. The best advice is no contact with proper tread depth. See Tires on the water. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is wet enough and you and other wet weather driving tips ...
... and deep-standing or flowing water. When your vehicle is wet. { CAUTION: Wet brakes can reduce vehicle traction and affect your vehicle's tires so they actually ride on page 5-51. • Turn off cruise control. 4-14 Always drive slower in these types of the vehicle. Other ...in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can cause crashes. The best advice is no contact with proper tread depth. See Tires on the water. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is wet enough and you and other wet weather driving tips ...
Owner's Manual
Page 237
... sleepy, find a safe place to recommended pressure? Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean? Are tires inflated to park your dealer/retailer before departing. Tires: Are treads good? Windows clean - inside and outside? Have up-to-date maps? • Keep the vehicle well ventilated. • Keep interior...
... sleepy, find a safe place to recommended pressure? Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean? Are tires inflated to park your dealer/retailer before departing. Tires: Are treads good? Windows clean - inside and outside? Have up-to-date maps? • Keep the vehicle well ventilated. • Keep interior...
Owner's Manual
Page 238
... through mountains is dangerous. Tips for driving in these conditions include: { CAUTION: Coasting downhill in good shape. • Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. • Going down steep or long hills, shift to do not shift down, the brakes could get so hot that they...
... through mountains is dangerous. Tips for driving in these conditions include: { CAUTION: Coasting downhill in good shape. • Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. • Going down steep or long hills, shift to do not shift down, the brakes could get so hot that they...
Owner's Manual
Page 239
Try not to spin and makes the surface under the tires even more. Turn off cruise control, if equipped, on dry pavement. Wet ice can occur on otherwise clear ...of a curve or an overpass can be treated with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-5 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on... traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires slick, so there is even less traction.
Try not to spin and makes the surface under the tires even more. Turn off cruise control, if equipped, on dry pavement. Wet ice can occur on otherwise clear ...of a curve or an overpass can be treated with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-5 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on... traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires slick, so there is even less traction.
Owner's Manual
Page 241
Moving about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 5-74. Do this until help to arrive, now and then when you or others could be careful. Refer to Get It Out ... periods only as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and use the rocking method. { CAUTION: If you let your vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle...
Moving about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 5-74. Do this until help to arrive, now and then when you or others could be careful. Refer to Get It Out ... periods only as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and use the rocking method. { CAUTION: If you let your vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle...