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2010 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-2 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear Seats ...2-10 Safety Belts ...2-12 Child Restraints ...2-32 Airbag System ...2-58 Restraint System Check ...2-75 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Windows ...3-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-22 Mirrors ...3-36 M Universal Home Remote System ...3-38 Storage Areas ...3-45 ...
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-2 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear Seats ...2-10 Safety Belts ...2-12 Child Restraints ...2-32 Airbag System ...2-58 Restraint System Check ...2-75 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Windows ...3-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-22 Mirrors ...3-36 M Universal Home Remote System ...3-38 Storage Areas ...3-45 ...
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Section 1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Second Row Seats ...1-8 Heated Seats ...1-9 Safety Belt ...1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-14 Climate Controls ...1-15 In Brief Vehicle Features ...1-16 Radio(s) ...1-16 Satellite Radio ...1-17 Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary ...
Section 1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Second Row Seats ...1-8 Heated Seats ...1-9 Safety Belt ...1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-14 Climate Controls ...1-15 In Brief Vehicle Features ...1-16 Radio(s) ...1-16 Satellite Radio ...1-17 Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary ...
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...ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. 2. Turn the ignition key to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on . Increase or decrease the time or date by turning f clockwise or counterclockwise. See Radio(s) ...player: 1. A fee is based in digital-quality sound. Press 3. O to receive the XM service. For detailed instructions on page 4-53. 1-17 minute, month, day, and year) displays. 4. For more information, refer to -coast, and in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that you want to change...
...ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. 2. Turn the ignition key to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on . Increase or decrease the time or date by turning f clockwise or counterclockwise. See Radio(s) ...player: 1. A fee is based in digital-quality sound. Press 3. O to receive the XM service. For detailed instructions on page 4-53. 1-17 minute, month, day, and year) displays. 4. For more information, refer to -coast, and in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that you want to change...
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... (Four Speed Transmission) ...3-29 Parking Brake ...3-31 Shifting Into Park ...3-32 Shifting Out of Park ...3-33 Parking Over Things That Burn ...3-34 Engine Exhaust ...3-34 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...3-35 Mirrors ...3-36 Manual Rearview Mirror ...3-36 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...3-36 Compass ...3-36 Outside Power Mirrors ...3-38 Outside Heated Mirrors ...3-38 Keys ...3-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...3-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...3-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...3-6 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Door Locks ...3-9 Power Door Locks ...3-9 Door Ajar Reminder...
... (Four Speed Transmission) ...3-29 Parking Brake ...3-31 Shifting Into Park ...3-32 Shifting Out of Park ...3-33 Parking Over Things That Burn ...3-34 Engine Exhaust ...3-34 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...3-35 Mirrors ...3-36 Manual Rearview Mirror ...3-36 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...3-36 Compass ...3-36 Outside Power Mirrors ...3-38 Outside Heated Mirrors ...3-38 Keys ...3-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...3-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...3-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...3-6 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Door Locks ...3-9 Power Door Locks ...3-9 Door Ajar Reminder...
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When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps turn on and remain on while the engine is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to LOCK/OFF. 3-7 To manually shut off automatically after 10 minutes, unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle's key is running time, or one time and only after the first remote start must expire or be extended one start feature: 1. After entering the vehicle during a remote start button. • Turn on...
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps turn on and remain on while the engine is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to LOCK/OFF. 3-7 To manually shut off automatically after 10 minutes, unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle's key is running time, or one time and only after the first remote start must expire or be extended one start feature: 1. After entering the vehicle during a remote start button. • Turn on...
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... vehicle is shifted out of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). See DIC Vehicle Personalization on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the power door lock switch a second time. This feature cannot be programmed through prompts displayed on page 4-43. To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately, press the lock button on page 4-47. 3-10 See DIC Warnings and Messages on the Driver Information Center...
... vehicle is shifted out of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). See DIC Vehicle Personalization on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the power door lock switch a second time. This feature cannot be programmed through prompts displayed on page 4-43. To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately, press the lock button on page 4-47. 3-10 See DIC Warnings and Messages on the Driver Information Center...
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... and RSS-210/211 of electrical key codes. Turn the ignition off and try another ignition key. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 6-104. You do not have a new key made. If the engine still does not start with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. 3-20 PASS-Key® III+ is removed from starting. The security light will be a problem with your dealer/retailer...
... and RSS-210/211 of electrical key codes. Turn the ignition off and try another ignition key. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 6-104. You do not have a new key made. If the engine still does not start with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. 3-20 PASS-Key® III+ is removed from starting. The security light will be a problem with your dealer/retailer...
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... instrument panel warning lights. The shift lever must be able to start the vehicle if the battery is opened . If this doesn't work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is not running . If you use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is turned to LOCK/OFF. The power windows, heated seats, and sunroof will sound when the driver door is opened, the ignition is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. / (START...
... instrument panel warning lights. The shift lever must be able to start the vehicle if the battery is opened . If this doesn't work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is not running . If you use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is turned to LOCK/OFF. The power windows, heated seats, and sunroof will sound when the driver door is opened, the ignition is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. / (START...
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... the transmission. When the engine starts, let go of time, by turning the ignition switch to warm up and lubricates all moving , use N (Neutral) only. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, repeat these steps. Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The idle speed will continue cranking for long periods of the key. To prevent gear...
... the transmission. When the engine starts, let go of time, by turning the ignition switch to warm up and lubricates all moving , use N (Neutral) only. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, repeat these steps. Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The idle speed will continue cranking for long periods of the key. To prevent gear...
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... the vehicle. Turn the key off . 4-36 Diagnosis and service might be required. Avoid steep uphill grades. The condition is fully installed. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Modifications to these systems could damage the emission control...
... the vehicle. Turn the key off . 4-36 Diagnosis and service might be required. Avoid steep uphill grades. The condition is fully installed. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Modifications to these systems could damage the emission control...
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... speeding up than half the fuel tank's capacity to fill it actually took a little more or less than the gage indicated. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on the left side of the steering wheel. • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more information. 4-40 Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver...
... speeding up than half the fuel tank's capacity to fill it actually took a little more or less than the gage indicated. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on the left side of the steering wheel. • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more information. 4-40 Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver...
Owner's Manual
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... engine, transmission, axles, wheel assemblies and tires are important for the safety of the driver and the passengers. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may also be used or the vehicle is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. The driver and passengers could be covered by the vehicle warranty. So please read the information in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. The engine is different than just driving...
... engine, transmission, axles, wheel assemblies and tires are important for the safety of the driver and the passengers. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may also be used or the vehicle is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. The driver and passengers could be covered by the vehicle warranty. So please read the information in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. The engine is different than just driving...
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... speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Do not drive faster than the maximum posted speed for more than 55 mph (90 km/h), to save wear on the vehicle's tires. See "Weight of tongue weight the vehicle can a trailer safely be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. • Then, during the first 1,000 miles (1600 km) the new vehicle...
... speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Do not drive faster than the maximum posted speed for more than 55 mph (90 km/h), to save wear on the vehicle's tires. See "Weight of tongue weight the vehicle can a trailer safely be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. • Then, during the first 1,000 miles (1600 km) the new vehicle...
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... number that hold the tire onto the rim. Cords may be made from sidewall to its width. The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to indicate the type of the wheel in which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air pressure is used to carry a load. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60...
... number that hold the tire onto the rim. Cords may be made from sidewall to its width. The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to indicate the type of the wheel in which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air pressure is used to carry a load. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60...
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... passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that is designed to the beads are seated. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on page 5-20. Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in flation pressure as shown on a vehicle. See Inflation - Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tire and the road surface. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire...
... passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that is designed to the beads are seated. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on page 5-20. Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in flation pressure as shown on a vehicle. See Inflation - Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tire and the road surface. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire...
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... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter's LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, at the same time, for about eight seconds. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure. The horn chirp, can also be learned. 5. Turn the ignition switch to sound. Set the parking brake. 2. Any time you need to be matched to the tire/wheel locations, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver...
... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter's LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, at the same time, for about eight seconds. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure. The horn chirp, can also be learned. 5. Turn the ignition switch to sound. Set the parking brake. 2. Any time you need to be matched to the tire/wheel locations, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver...
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... in good condition and properly in the sand, mud, or snow. It is the owner's responsibility for vehicles driven on a non-public road or highway. 8-9 Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance • Impound towing caused by the warranty. • Lock-Out Service: Service is provided to jump start a dead battery. • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to change a flat tire with the spare tire. A remote unlock...
... in good condition and properly in the sand, mud, or snow. It is the owner's responsibility for vehicles driven on a non-public road or highway. 8-9 Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance • Impound towing caused by the warranty. • Lock-Out Service: Service is provided to jump start a dead battery. • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to change a flat tire with the spare tire. A remote unlock...
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... Turn Off the System Alarm ...3-19 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...2-17 Hydraulic Power Steering ...5-9 Hydroplaning ...5-14 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint ...2-71 Ignition Positions ...3-22 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...7-9 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...2-36 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...6-56 Information Modes ...4-41 Instrument Panel Brightness ...4-13 Cluster ...4-26 Storage Area ...3-46 Insuring Your Vehicle ...8-14 Interior Mirror ...1-11 Introduction ...7-2 J Jump Starting...
... Turn Off the System Alarm ...3-19 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...2-17 Hydraulic Power Steering ...5-9 Hydroplaning ...5-14 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint ...2-71 Ignition Positions ...3-22 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...7-9 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...2-36 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...6-56 Information Modes ...4-41 Instrument Panel Brightness ...4-13 Cluster ...4-26 Storage Area ...3-46 Insuring Your Vehicle ...8-14 Interior Mirror ...1-11 Introduction ...7-2 J Jump Starting...
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...Radio Messages ...Radio(s) ...Radios Reception ...Setting the Clock ...Theft-Deterrent ...Reading Lamps ...Rear Door Security Locks ...Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...Rear Window Defogger ...4-19, 4-55 8-20 8-20 4-61 4-55 4-85 4-53 4-83 4-13 3-11 2-29 4-23 Rearview Mirrors ...3-36 Automatic Dimming ...3-36 Receiving a Call ...4-80 Reclining Seatbacks ...2-6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-10 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...5-26 Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility ...8-7 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...3-4 Remote Start Ready ...3-8 Remote Trunk Release ...3-13 Remote Vehicle Start...
...Radio Messages ...Radio(s) ...Radios Reception ...Setting the Clock ...Theft-Deterrent ...Reading Lamps ...Rear Door Security Locks ...Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...Rear Window Defogger ...4-19, 4-55 8-20 8-20 4-61 4-55 4-85 4-53 4-83 4-13 3-11 2-29 4-23 Rearview Mirrors ...3-36 Automatic Dimming ...3-36 Receiving a Call ...4-80 Reclining Seatbacks ...2-6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-10 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...5-26 Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility ...8-7 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...3-4 Remote Start Ready ...3-8 Remote Trunk Release ...3-13 Remote Vehicle Start...
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... Damage ...6-101 Shifting Out of Park ...3-33 Shifting Into Park ...3-32 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...2-28 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...4-4 Skidding ...5-12 Spare Tire Compact ...6-93 Installing ...6-83 Removing ...6-81 Storing ...6-89 Specifications and Capacities ...6-114 Speedometer ...4-27 Split Folding Rear Seat ...2-10 Start Vehicle, Remote ...3-6 Starter Switch Check ...7-8 Starting the Engine ...3-24 Starting the Vehicle ...1-4 Steering ...5-9 Steering in Emergencies ...5-10 Steering Tips ...5-9 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...4-84 Steering Wheel, Tilt and Telescopic...
... Damage ...6-101 Shifting Out of Park ...3-33 Shifting Into Park ...3-32 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...2-28 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...4-4 Skidding ...5-12 Spare Tire Compact ...6-93 Installing ...6-83 Removing ...6-81 Storing ...6-89 Specifications and Capacities ...6-114 Speedometer ...4-27 Split Folding Rear Seat ...2-10 Start Vehicle, Remote ...3-6 Starter Switch Check ...7-8 Starting the Engine ...3-24 Starting the Vehicle ...1-4 Steering ...5-9 Steering in Emergencies ...5-10 Steering Tips ...5-9 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...4-84 Steering Wheel, Tilt and Telescopic...
