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Question posted by walbers52 on June 24th, 2013

How Do I Reset The Check Engine Light On My 09 Malibu?

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on August 18th, 2013 8:04 AM
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Hi, How about correcting the problem that is causing the light to come on. It could be something as simple as the gas cap not being on tightly, or considering the age of the vehicle. But anyway you can find good suggestions to reset it on here:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071016101012AA1wHrO
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Owner's Manual - Page 87

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Owner's Manual - Page 98

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Owner's Manual - Page 158

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Owner's Manual - Page 160

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Owner's Manual - Page 161

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Owner's Manual - Page 162

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Owner's Manual - Page 163

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Owner's Manual - Page 165

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Owner's Manual - Page 168

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Owner's Manual - Page 175

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Owner's Manual - Page 176

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Owner's Manual - Page 181

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Owner's Manual - Page 275

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Owner's Manual - Page 277

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Owner's Manual - Page 279

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