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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 ...1-58 ... 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 Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-17 Index ...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 ...1-58 ... 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 Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-17 Index ...1
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Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. on page 3-30 for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch ...
Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. on page 3-30 for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch ...
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... as possible and have the vehicle serviced by the vehicle warranty. Oil Pressure Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that oil is low. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on briefly while starting the engine...
... as possible and have the vehicle serviced by the vehicle warranty. Oil Pressure Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that oil is low. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on briefly while starting the engine...
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...can be reset. It shows 100% when the system is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this screen cannot be viewed in the DIC. See "How to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is reset after an oil change . This mode shows the current fuel ...advising you to change . Tire Pressure on page 5-59 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 5-24. See Engine Oil on page 5-21 and Scheduled Maintenance on current and past driving conditions. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per hour (km/h). Always reset the engine oil...
...can be reset. It shows 100% when the system is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this screen cannot be viewed in the DIC. See "How to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is reset after an oil change . This mode shows the current fuel ...advising you to change . Tire Pressure on page 5-59 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 5-24. See Engine Oil on page 5-21 and Scheduled Maintenance on current and past driving conditions. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per hour (km/h). Always reset the engine oil...
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... clears when the vehicle's condition is enabled with the headlamp switch. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-24, Engine Oil on page 5-21, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 3-34 for more information. See Brake System Warning Light on page 6-4 for more information. If the condition is still present, the warning message...
... clears when the vehicle's condition is enabled with the headlamp switch. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-24, Engine Oil on page 5-21, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 3-34 for more information. See Brake System Warning Light on page 6-4 for more information. If the condition is still present, the warning message...
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... 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 road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be ready. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt...
... 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 road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be ready. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt...
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...bolts are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Let up and store the chocks. See Scheduled Maintenance on the brake pedal. 3. Check periodically to inspect these before changing the tire. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you:... Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during the trip. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. See Engine Overheating on a Hill 1. Leaving After Parking on page 5-34. ...
...bolts are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Let up and store the chocks. See Scheduled Maintenance on the brake pedal. 3. Check periodically to inspect these before changing the tire. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you:... Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during the trip. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. See Engine Overheating on a Hill 1. Leaving After Parking on page 5-34. ...
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...;lter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter.... 5-26 If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at the first oil change after each engine oil change. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter.
...;lter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter.... 5-26 If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at the first oil change after each engine oil change. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter.
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... the blade toward you and continue to slide forward to remove. 5. For the proper type and size, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Push the release button. 3. Slide the blade forward. 4. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-13. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Inspect the windshield wiper blades for wear or cracking. For replacement bulbs...
... the blade toward you and continue to slide forward to remove. 5. For the proper type and size, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Push the release button. 3. Slide the blade forward. 4. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-13. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Inspect the windshield wiper blades for wear or cracking. For replacement bulbs...
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... that your vehicle's tires, including the spare tire, for signs of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for damaged tires or wheels. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-67 for New Tires on page 6-4. See When It Is Time for more information. The purpose of wear or damage. See Infl...
... that your vehicle's tires, including the spare tire, for signs of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for damaged tires or wheels. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-67 for New Tires on page 6-4. See When It Is Time for more information. The purpose of wear or damage. See Infl...
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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 ...6-2 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 ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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... to keep the vehicle in good condition, see your dealer/retailer for details. Using the Maintenance Schedule Have you might use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Or you purchased the GM Protection Plan? All recommended maintenance is important. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual...
... to keep the vehicle in good condition, see your dealer/retailer for details. Using the Maintenance Schedule Have you might use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Or you purchased the GM Protection Plan? All recommended maintenance is important. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual...
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... genuine parts. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-7 for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits. • use are listed in Scheduled Maintenance on a vehicle can be dangerous. See Gasoline Octane on ...page 5-4. 6-3 The services in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-16. See Doing Your Own ...
... genuine parts. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-7 for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits. • use are listed in Scheduled Maintenance on a vehicle can be dangerous. See Gasoline Octane on ...page 5-4. 6-3 The services in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-16. See Doing Your Own ...
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... reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed at least once a year and at all for one year. 6-4 Maintenance I - Use Maintenance I . Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this time the system must be required more since the last... best conditions, the engine oil life system may be changed . Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I if the message displays within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message displays in the Driver Information Center...
... reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed at least once a year and at all for one year. 6-4 Maintenance I - Use Maintenance I . Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this time the system must be required more since the last... best conditions, the engine oil life system may be changed . Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I if the message displays within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message displays in the Driver Information Center...
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An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires and check in this section. See footnote (a). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (e). See footnote (g Maintenance I • • Maintenance II 6-5 See Engine Oil on page 5-24. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-21. Visually check for any needed additional services... body components. See footnote (d). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Inspect suspension and steering components. Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (j). Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter.
An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires and check in this section. See footnote (a). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (e). See footnote (g Maintenance I • • Maintenance II 6-5 See Engine Oil on page 5-24. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-21. Visually check for any needed additional services... body components. See footnote (d). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Inspect suspension and steering components. Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (j). Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter.
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Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 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. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 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. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
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... values, or schedule a service appointment by adding the vehicles you will have access to: • Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • My Showroom: Find and save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use tools and forms with greater ease. Online service and maintenance records Find Chevrolet dealers for service...
... values, or schedule a service appointment by adding the vehicles you will have access to: • Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • My Showroom: Find and save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use tools and forms with greater ease. Online service and maintenance records Find Chevrolet dealers for service...
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... models. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to knowledgeably service General...
... models. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to knowledgeably service General...
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......5-3 Accessory Power ...2-23 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-18 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-72 Additional Required Services, Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Additives, Fuel ...5-7 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-98 Adjustment Chime Level ...3-92 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-26 ... Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-92 Interior Cleaning ...5-90 Leather ...5-92 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-96 Tires ...5-96 Underbody Maintenance ...5-97 Washing Your Vehicle ...5-93 Weatherstrips ...5-93 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-95 Assistance Program, Roadside ...7-7 Audio System ...
......5-3 Accessory Power ...2-23 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-18 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-72 Additional Required Services, Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Additives, Fuel ...5-7 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-98 Adjustment Chime Level ...3-92 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-26 ... Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-92 Interior Cleaning ...5-90 Leather ...5-92 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-96 Tires ...5-96 Underbody Maintenance ...5-97 Washing Your Vehicle ...5-93 Weatherstrips ...5-93 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-95 Assistance Program, Roadside ...7-7 Audio System ...
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... Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...1-44 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-4 M Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 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 ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
... Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...1-44 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-4 M Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 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 ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...