Chevrolet Malibu 2005 User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-8
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-10
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-33
Airbag System
......................................... 1-60
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-75
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
...................................... 2-11
Windows
................................................. 2-16
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-17
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-21
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-33
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-38
HomeLink
®
Wireless Control System
........... 2-40
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-44
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-47
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-21
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-30
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-47
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-54
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-34
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-41
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-45
Tires
...................................................... 5-47
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-73
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-82
Electrical System
...................................... 5-83
Capacities and Specifications
..................... 5-91
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-10
Index
................................................................ 1
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M

Chevrolet Malibu 2005 Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	Malibu 2005
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seats and Restraint Systems

Safety Belts

Proper use, importance, and precautions for safety belts for all occupants.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for using child seats, LATCH system, and proper placement.

Airbag System

Information on airbag types, deployment, and essential safety precautions.

Features and Controls

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Instrument Panel

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators and their meanings.

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

General advice on defensive driving, alcohol's effects, and road awareness.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Explanation of ABS functionality, warning light, and emergency braking techniques.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Towing

Service and Appearance Care

Checking Things Under the Hood

Engine Oil

Checking engine oil level, when to add oil, and the engine oil life system.

Tires

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.