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Chevrolet MALIBU - 2011 User Manual

Chevrolet MALIBU - 2011
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Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual - 2011
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-31
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
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 . . . . . . . 9-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-25
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-30
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-48
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-83
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-85
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Chevrolet MALIBU - 2011 Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
ModelMALIBU - 2011
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Seats and Restraints

Details on seat adjustment, safety belts, and airbag systems.

Instruments and Controls

Explanation of vehicle instruments, gauges, and controls.

Climate Controls

Instructions for operating the heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Driving and Operating

Guidance on safe driving practices and vehicle operation.

Vehicle Care

Maintenance, checks, and care for vehicle components.

Service and Maintenance

Information on scheduled maintenance and recommended services.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, lock operation, and security.

Seats and Restraints

Front Seats

Instructions for manual and power seat adjustment, including lumbar and reclining.

Safety Belts

Proper use, types, and safety considerations for seat belts.

Airbag System

Details on airbag types, operation, and servicing.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for securing children in appropriate restraints.

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights and gauges.

Instrument Cluster

Diagram and description of the instrument cluster.

Airbag Readiness Light

Information about the airbag system's readiness indicator light.

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

Understanding the passenger airbag status indicator.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

What the malfunction indicator lamp signifies.

Brake System Warning Light

Information on the brake system warning light.

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Understanding the ABS warning light.

Tire Pressure Light

Information about the tire pressure warning light.

Engine Oil Pressure Light

Meaning of the engine oil pressure warning light.

Information Displays

Overview of the Driver Information Center (DIC) display.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Controls for exterior lamps, including automatic and manual operation.

Infotainment System

Phone

Bluetooth system features, voice recognition, and audio system interaction.

Bluetooth

Using Bluetooth for hands-free calls and system interaction.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Description of DIC display functions and buttons.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Overview of the vehicle's climate control system.

Automatic Climate Control System

Details on automatic climate control operation and settings.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Guidance on defensive driving and avoiding common driving hazards.

Defensive Driving

Principles of defensive driving for enhanced safety.

Drunk Driving

Warnings and consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol.

Braking

Information on braking action, reaction time, and stopping distances.

Loss of Control

Understanding and preventing vehicle skids and loss of control.

Driving on Wet Roads

Tips for driving safely in rain and on wet roads, including hydroplaning.

Winter Driving

Guidance for driving on snow and ice, including acceleration and traction.

If the Vehicle is Stuck

Steps for freeing a vehicle stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.

Vehicle Load Limits

Information on vehicle capacity weight and tire loading.

Starting the Engine

Procedure for starting the vehicle's engine.

Shifting Into Park

Proper procedure and safety for shifting into Park.

Engine Exhaust

Warnings and information about engine exhaust and carbon monoxide.

Ride Control Systems

Explanation of Traction Control and Electronic Stability Control.

Traction Control System (TCS)

How the TCS limits wheel spin and operates.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

How the ESC system helps maintain directional control.

Cruise Control

How to use and set the cruise control system.

Fuel

Information on recommended fuel types and specifications.

Towing

General towing information, tips, and rules for safety.

Vehicle Care

Engine Oil

Importance of engine oil for performance and longevity.

Engine Overheating

Indicators of engine overheating and actions to take.

Brakes

Information on disc brakes, wear indicators, and brake pedal travel.

Fuses

How to check and replace fuses.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire maintenance, selection, and safety.

Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire inflation and how to check it.

Tire Pressure Monitor System

How the TPMS works and warns of low tire pressure.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle's battery.

Service and Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Information on when to perform maintenance tasks.

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