Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19
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20_CHEV_Malibu_COV_en_US_84313268C_2020JAN22.ai 1 1/21/2020 7:49:20 AM C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 Contents Introduction . 2 Keys, Doors, and Windows . 7 Seats and Restraints . 32 Storage . 85 Instruments and Controls . 88 Lighting . 125 Infotainment System . 133 Climate Controls . 134 Driving and Operating . 143 Vehicle Care . 211 Service and Maintenance . 302 Technical Data . 316 Customer Information . 319 Reporting Safety Defects . 330 OnStar . 335 Connected Services . 343 Index . 346 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 1/17/20 2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Helm, Incorporated may or may not be on the vehicle Attention: Customer Service because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive was not purchased on the vehicle, Plymouth, MI 48170 model variants, country USA specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your Using this Manual region, or changes subsequent to To quickly locate information about the printing of this owner’s manual. the vehicle, use the Index in the The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, Keep this manual in the vehicle for MALIBU, and the MALIBU Emblem quick reference. Danger, Warning, and are trademarks and/or service Caution marks of General Motors LLC, its Canadian Vehicle Owners Warning messages found on vehicle subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. A French language manual can be labels and in this manual describe For vehicles first sold in Canada, obtained from your dealer, at hazards and what to do to avoid or substitute the name “General www.helminc.com, or from: reduce them. Motors of Canada Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it Propriétaires Canadiens appears in this manual. On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84313268 C Third Printing © 2020 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 Introduction 3 A circle with a slash through it is a Vehicle Symbol Chart { Danger safety symbol which means “Do Here are some additional symbols not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let Danger indicates a hazard with a that may be found on the vehicle this happen.” high level of risk which will result and what they mean. See the in serious injury or death. features in this manual for Symbols information. The vehicle has components and u : Air Conditioning System labels that use symbols instead of G { Warning text. Symbols are shown along with : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil the text describing the operation or 9 : Airbag Readiness Light Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) could result in injury or death. component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. $ : Brake System Warning Light M : Shown when the owner’s 9 : Dispose of Used Components Caution manual has additional instructions Properly or information. P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Caution indicates a hazard that * : Shown when the service Water could result in property or vehicle manual has additional instructions B : Engine Coolant Temperature damage. or information. g : First Responder 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited “see page.” H : Flammable [ : Forward Collision Alert R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location + : Fuses Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 4 Introduction _ : High Voltage a : Under Pressure j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator Restraints Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed | : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Seat Belt Reminders I : Side Blind Zone Alert h : Stop/Start 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 Introduction 5 Instrument Panel Overview Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 6 Introduction 1. Air Vents 0 141. Stop/Start Disable Button (If 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment Equipped). See Stop/Start 0 89 (Out of View). 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn 0 and Lane-Change Signals System 158. 18. Cruise Control 0 172. 0 0 129. 9. Power Outlets 91. Adaptive Cruise Control 0 174 IntelliBeam System Button (If 10. Traction Control/Electronic (If Equipped). Equipped). See Exterior Lamp Stability Control 0 170. 0 0 Heated Steering Wheel 89 (If Controls 125. Assistance Systems for Equipped). 3. Instrument Cluster (Base Parking or Backing 0 183 (If 0 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Level) 96 or Equipped). System 0 188 (If Equipped). Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 11. Shift Lever. See Automatic 0 0 97. 0 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 196 Transmission 164. (If Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 0 12. Electric Parking Brake 168 (If 19. Hood Release. See Hood (Base Level) 113 or Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 214. 0 (Uplevel) 116. 13. USB Port. See the infotainment 20. Data Link Connector (Out of manual. 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 89. View). See Malfunction 14. ENGINE START/STOP Button. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine 5. Light Sensor. See Automatic See Ignition Positions 0 155. Light) 0 104. Headlamp System 0 128. 15. Steering Wheel Controls 0 89. 21. Parking Brake 0 167 (If 6. Infotainment 0 133. Driver Information Center Equipped). 7. Climate Control Systems 0 0 Buttons. See Driver Information 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 125. 134. Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 23. Instrument Panel Illumination Dual Automatic Climate Control 113 or Control 0 129. System 0 137 (If Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 8. Hazard Warning Flashers (Uplevel) 116. 0 128. 16. Horn 0 89. Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 Keys, Doors, and Windows 7 Folding Mirrors . 27 Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors . 27 Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors . 27 Keys Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors . 28 { Warning Keys and Locks Manual Rearview Mirror . 28 Keys . 7 Automatic Dimming Rearview Leaving children in a vehicle with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Mirror . 28 System . 8 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windows transmitter is dangerous and System Operation . 8 Windows . 28 children or others could be Remote Vehicle Start . 16 Power Windows . 28 seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks . 17 Sun Visors . 30 could operate the power windows Power Door Locks . 20 or other controls or make the Delayed Locking . 20 Roof vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks . 21 Sunroof . 30 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection . 21 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks . 21 others could be caught in the path Doors of a closing window. Do not leave Trunk . 22 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security . 24 Vehicle Alarm System . 24 Immobilizer . 25 Immobilizer Operation . 25 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors . 26 Power Mirrors . 27 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 8 Keys, Doors, and Windows To remove the key, press the button . Check the location. Other near the bottom of the transmitter, vehicles or objects may be and pull the key out. Never pull the blocking the signal. key out without pressing the button. Check the transmitter's battery. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, See “Battery Replacement” later inspect the key blade for debris. in this section. See your dealer if a new key is . If the transmitter is still not needed. working correctly, see your If locked out of the vehicle, see dealer or a qualified technician Roadside Assistance Program for service. 0 323. Remote Keyless Entry The key that is part of the Remote With an active OnStar or connected Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can service plan, an OnStar Advisor (RKE) System Operation be used for all locks. may remotely unlock the vehicle. The Keyless Access system allows See OnStar Overview 0 335. for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is Remote Keyless Entry within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless (RKE) System Access Operation” following. See Radio Frequency Statement The transmitter functions may work 0 329. up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating Other conditions can impact the range: performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Check the distance. The System 0 8. transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/16/19 Keys, Doors, and Windows 9 Pressing Q may also arm the alarm turn signals flash for about system. See Vehicle Alarm System 30 seconds until 7 is pressed again 0 24. or the vehicle is started. K : Press to unlock the driver door. / : If equipped, press Q and Press again within five seconds to / unlock all doors. The RKE release and then press and hold transmitter can be programmed to for at least four seconds to start the unlock all doors on the first button engine from outside the vehicle press.