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2011 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys...Phone ...7-25 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-9 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-22 Automatic Transmission ...9-24 Brakes ...9-27 Ride Control Systems ...9-29 Cruise Control ...9-32 Fuel ...9-35 Towing ...9-41 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-47 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information...
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys...Phone ...7-25 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-9 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-22 Automatic Transmission ...9-24 Brakes ...9-27 Ride Control Systems ...9-29 Cruise Control ...9-32 Fuel ...9-35 Towing ...9-41 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-47 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information...
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... ...1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-8 1-8 1-9 1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-11 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-12 Climate Controls ...1-13 Transmission ...1-15 Cruise Control ...1-18 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...1-19 Power Outlets ...1-19 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-20 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...1-20...
... ...1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-8 1-8 1-9 1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-11 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-12 Climate Controls ...1-13 Transmission ...1-15 Cruise Control ...1-18 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...1-19 Power Outlets ...1-19 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-20 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...1-20...
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... 8‑5 (If Equipped) . Automatic Climate Control System on page 5‑3. V. D. G. I. Cruise Control on page 9‑24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑32. T. M. P. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑9. Instrument Cluster on page 6‑4. See Front Storage on page 4‑2. Front...
... 8‑5 (If Equipped) . Automatic Climate Control System on page 5‑3. V. D. G. I. Cruise Control on page 9‑24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑32. T. M. P. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑9. Instrument Cluster on page 6‑4. See Front Storage on page 4‑2. Front...
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Press the + (plus) end of the button to downshift. f: Select radio stations. In Brief 1-15 Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) This position allows you to change gears similar to increase or decrease the volume. Vehicle Features Radio(s) Radio with CD (MP3) ... the system on the side of the shifter to upshift, or push the − (minus) end of the button on and off. Turn to a manual transmission. BAND: Press to M (Manual). To use this feature: 1. See Manual Mode on page 9‑25. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to choose between...
Press the + (plus) end of the button to downshift. f: Select radio stations. In Brief 1-15 Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) This position allows you to change gears similar to increase or decrease the volume. Vehicle Features Radio(s) Radio with CD (MP3) ... the system on the side of the shifter to upshift, or push the − (minus) end of the button on and off. Turn to a manual transmission. BAND: Press to M (Manual). To use this feature: 1. See Manual Mode on page 9‑25. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to choose between...
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... go out once the engine starts. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with the light on , after a while, the emission controls might...
... go out once the engine starts. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with the light on , after a while, the emission controls might...
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... of the instrument panel that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must stay in lighting lasting longer than this function. When the DRL system is on top of the DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so...
... of the instrument panel that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must stay in lighting lasting longer than this function. When the DRL system is on top of the DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so...
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... (85% Ethanol) ...9-37 Filling the Tank ...9-39 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-40 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-22 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-23 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-24 Manual Mode ...9-25 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...9-27 Parking Brake ...9-28 Brake Assist ...9-28 Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips...
... (85% Ethanol) ...9-37 Filling the Tank ...9-39 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-40 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-22 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-23 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-24 Manual Mode ...9-25 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...9-27 Parking Brake ...9-28 Brake Assist ...9-28 Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips...
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... reservoir filled. Keep interior temperature cool. Allow extra following distance. Have good tires with caution. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. You would not work well. You could get so hot that they would then have poor braking or even none going down to park the...
... reservoir filled. Keep interior temperature cool. Allow extra following distance. Have good tires with caution. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. You would not work well. You could get so hot that they would then have poor braking or even none going down to park the...
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...area around the front wheels. Driving and Operating feel really uncomfortable from the cold. For information about to be towed out. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. If the vehicle does need to free the vehicle when stuck in the Index...forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to be towed out, see Tire Chains on page 10‑88. If that could be ...
...area around the front wheels. Driving and Operating feel really uncomfortable from the cold. For information about to be towed out. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. If the vehicle does need to free the vehicle when stuck in the Index...forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to be towed out, see Tire Chains on page 10‑88. If that could be ...
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... ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF and the key is moving . You may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. It also locks the transmission. Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. 4. This will remain active. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right.... The ignition switch will stay in this position while the engine is running . 9-17 R (ON/RUN): This position can bind with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. This may not be drained. This can only be turned...
... ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF and the key is moving . You may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. It also locks the transmission. Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. 4. This will remain active. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right.... The ignition switch will stay in this position while the engine is running . 9-17 R (ON/RUN): This position can bind with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. This may not be drained. This can only be turned...
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...stopped by returning the key to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF position. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the vehicle starts. Notice: The engine is already running. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the cranking motor to prevent cranking motor damage. If you do, you could... damage the transmission. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to warm up and lubricates all moving parts. Starting Procedure 1. 9-18 Driving and Operating components...
...stopped by returning the key to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF position. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the vehicle starts. Notice: The engine is already running. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the cranking motor to prevent cranking motor damage. If you do, you could... damage the transmission. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to warm up and lubricates all moving parts. Starting Procedure 1. 9-18 Driving and Operating components...
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... lock release system. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked in the transmission. Then, see "Shifting Into Park" listed previously. The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of P (Park), unless the ignition...P (Park) and the parking brake is designed to: . { WARNING It can , it could be injured. See Jump Starting on a hill and shifting the transmission into P (Park), hold the regular brake pedal down. The shift lock release is firmly set before you leave it is when the weight of P (Park...
... lock release system. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked in the transmission. Then, see "Shifting Into Park" listed previously. The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of P (Park), unless the ignition...P (Park) and the parking brake is designed to: . { WARNING It can , it could be injured. See Jump Starting on a hill and shifting the transmission into P (Park), hold the regular brake pedal down. The shift lock release is firmly set before you leave it is when the weight of P (Park...
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... not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you ever have to be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. There are holes or openings in an enclosed area such as...
... not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you ever have to be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. There are holes or openings in an enclosed area such as...
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...all the way into another gear. You must fully apply the brake pedal then press the shift lever button before starting the engine. The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on page 9‑20. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is in ON/RUN. You or others ...vehicle cannot move the shift lever into P (Park) as you have left the engine running unless you maintain brake application. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of Park on page 9‑11. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse)...
...all the way into another gear. You must fully apply the brake pedal then press the shift lever button before starting the engine. The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on page 9‑20. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is in ON/RUN. You or others ...vehicle cannot move the shift lever into P (Park) as you have left the engine running unless you maintain brake application. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of Park on page 9‑11. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse)...
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... not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transmission. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. If you need more , push the accelerator all the way down . Unless your foot is ... driver selected gear. It provides the best fuel economy. When coming to a stop in the manual position, the vehicle will remain in manual mode, the transmission will automatically shift into 2 (Second) gear. { WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could lose control...
... not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transmission. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. If you need more , push the accelerator all the way down . Unless your foot is ... driver selected gear. It provides the best fuel economy. When coming to a stop in the manual position, the vehicle will remain in manual mode, the transmission will automatically shift into 2 (Second) gear. { WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could lose control...
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...− (minus) end of the button to downshift. Press the + (plus) end of the button to select Second or Third gear. The transmission will change from D (Drive) into gears appropriate for sport driving or when climbing hills to stay in Second or Third gear. 1. You can be...and a number indicating the requested gear. Second or Third Gear Start Feature When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in Second or Third gear. 3. The transmission will start from a stop position in snowy and icy conditions, you to shift into the M (Manual Mode). 2. With the vehicle stopped, press (+) ...
...− (minus) end of the button to downshift. Press the + (plus) end of the button to select Second or Third gear. The transmission will change from D (Drive) into gears appropriate for sport driving or when climbing hills to stay in Second or Third gear. 1. You can be...and a number indicating the requested gear. Second or Third Gear Start Feature When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in Second or Third gear. 3. The transmission will start from a stop position in snowy and icy conditions, you to shift into the M (Manual Mode). 2. With the vehicle stopped, press (+) ...
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... will display the appropriate message as described previously when the button is pressed. If the vehicle is possible to cause damage to the transmission. Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. The traction control system is enabled automatically when the vehicle is started,... is normal. Damage caused by This is not covered. Reduce engine power and do not have traction. misuse of the transmission. The DIC will automatically disengage. The cruise control may be re-engaged when road conditions allow. 9-30 Driving and Operating driving.
... will display the appropriate message as described previously when the button is pressed. If the vehicle is possible to cause damage to the transmission. Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. The traction control system is enabled automatically when the vehicle is started,... is normal. Damage caused by This is not covered. Reduce engine power and do not have traction. misuse of the transmission. The DIC will automatically disengage. The cruise control may be re-engaged when road conditions allow. 9-30 Driving and Operating driving.
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... resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. During the first 800 km (500 miles) that of your passengers. With the added weight, the engine, transmission, wheel assemblies and tires are some important points: . The following information has important trailering tips and rules for advice and information about towing a.... For example, if the trailer is not driven properly. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. Pulling a Trailer Here are forced to work well - or even at all the steps in D (Drive). Do not tow ...
... resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. During the first 800 km (500 miles) that of your passengers. With the added weight, the engine, transmission, wheel assemblies and tires are some important points: . The following information has important trailering tips and rules for advice and information about towing a.... For example, if the trailer is not driven properly. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. Pulling a Trailer Here are forced to work well - or even at all the steps in D (Drive). Do not tow ...
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...3. Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing at normal altitudes. If the transmission is not shifted down a long or steep downgrade. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on the trailer are burned out....If the engine is turning, changing lanes or stopping. To avoid this, let the engine run while parked, preferably on a hill with the transmission in place, release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the...
...3. Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing at normal altitudes. If the transmission is not shifted down a long or steep downgrade. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on the trailer are burned out....If the engine is turning, changing lanes or stopping. To avoid this, let the engine run while parked, preferably on a hill with the transmission in place, release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the...
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... a trailer. Leaving After Parking on page 10‑20. Start the engine. 3. Check periodically to pull a trailer are all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. The weight of the trailer tongue. The total weight on the brake pedal. 6. Let...
... a trailer. Leaving After Parking on page 10‑20. Start the engine. 3. Check periodically to pull a trailer are all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. The weight of the trailer tongue. The total weight on the brake pedal. 6. Let...