2k16_CS6_Chevrolet_Malibu_Limited_23179986A.ai 1 6/25/2015 2:00:45 PM C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 Contents Introduction . 2 In Brief . 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows . 26 Seats and Restraints . 48 Storage . 94 Instruments and Controls . 96 Lighting . 133 Infotainment System . 140 Climate Controls . 168 Driving and Operating . 177 Vehicle Care . 226 Service and Maintenance . 309 Technical Data . 322 Customer Information . 325 Reporting Safety Defects . 335 OnStar . 339 Index . 349 Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 2 Introduction Introduction was not purchased on the vehicle, Helm, Incorporated model variants, country Attention: Customer Service specifications, features/applications 47911 Halyard Drive that may not be available in your Plymouth, MI 48170 region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Using this Manual Refer to the purchase To quickly locate information about documentation relating to your the vehicle, use the Index in the specific vehicle to confirm the back of the manual. It is an The names, logos, emblems, features. alphabetical list of what is in the slogans, vehicle model names, and manual and the page number where vehicle body designs appearing in Keep this manual in the vehicle for it can be found. this manual including, but not limited quick reference. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, Canadian Vehicle Owners Danger, Warning, and MALIBU, and the MALIBU Emblem Caution Propriétaires Canadiens are trademarks and/or service Warning messages found on vehicle marks of General Motors LLC, its A French language manual can be labels and in this manual describe subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. obtained from your dealer, at hazards and what to do to avoid or For vehicles first sold in Canada, www.helminc.com, or from: reduce them. substitute the name “General On peut obtenir un exemplaire de Motors of Canada Limited” for ce guide en français auprès du { Danger Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it concessionnaire ou à l'adresse appears in this manual. savant: Danger indicates a hazard with a This manual describes features that high level of risk which will result may or may not be on the vehicle in serious injury or death. because of optional equipment that Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 23179986 A First Printing © 2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 Introduction 3 the text describing the operation or I : Cruise Control { Warning information relating to a specific component, control, message, ` : Do Not Puncture Warning indicates a hazard that gauge, or indicator. ^ : Do Not Service could result in injury or death. M : Shown when the owner B : Engine Coolant Temperature manual has additional instructions : Exterior Lamps or information. O g : First Responder Caution * : Shown when the service _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited Caution indicates a hazard that manual has additional instructions could result in property or vehicle or information. # : Fog Lamps 0 damage. : Shown when there is more . : Fuel Gauge information on another page — “see page.” + : Fuses Vehicle Symbol Chart 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Here are some additional symbols j that may be found on the vehicle : LATCH System Child Restraints and what they mean. For more * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp information on the symbol, refer to : : Oil Pressure the Index. A circle with a slash through it is a O : Power safety symbol which means “Do 9 : Airbag Readiness Light / : Remote Vehicle Start Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let # : Air Conditioning this happen.” > : Safety Belt Reminders ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : Tire Pressure Monitor Symbols % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls 7 or OnStar® (if equipped) d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of $ : Brake System Warning Light a : Under Pressure text. Symbols are shown along with " : Charging System M : Windshield Washer Fluid Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 4 Introduction 2 NOTES Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 In Brief 5 Satellite Radio . 19 In Brief Portable Audio Devices . 19 Bluetooth® .....................19 Steering Wheel Controls . 20 Instrument Panel Cruise Control . 20 Instrument Panel Overview . 6 Driver Information Initial Drive Information Center (DIC) . 20 Initial Drive Information . 8 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . 21 System . 8 Lane Departure Remote Vehicle Start . 8 Warning (LDW) . 21 Door Locks . 9 Side Blind Zone Windows . 9 Alert (SBZA) . 21 Seat Adjustment . 10 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . 21 Memory Features . 12 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Second Row Seats . 12 System . 21 Heated Seats . 12 Parking Assist . 22 Head Restraint Adjustment . 12 Power Outlets . 22 Safety Belts . 13 Universal Remote System . 22 Passenger Sensing System . 13 Sunroof . 22 Mirror Adjustment . 13 Performance and Maintenance Steering Wheel Adjustment . 14 Traction Control/Electronic Interior Lighting . 14 Stability Control . 23 Exterior Lighting . 15 Tire Pressure Monitor . 24 Windshield Wiper/Washer . 16 Engine Oil Life System . 24 Climate Controls . 17 Driving for Better Fuel Transmission . 18 Economy . 24 Vehicle Features Roadside Assistance Infotainment System . 19 Program . 25 Radio(s) . 19 Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 6 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 In Brief 7 1. Air Vents 0 174. 11. Traction Control/Electronic 22. Data Link Connector (Out of 0 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Stability Control 203. View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine and Lane-Change Signals Lane Departure Warning 0 0 135. (LDW) 0 214 (If Equipped). Light) 107. Driver Information Center 12. Power Outlets 0 100. 23. Storage Compartment. See Instrument Panel Storage 0 94. Buttons. See Driver Information 13. Parking Brake 0 201. Center (DIC) 0 113. 24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 133. 0 14. Shift Lever. See Automatic 0 3. Instrument Cluster 102. Transmission 0 198. Fog Lamps 136 (If Driver Information Center (DIC) Equipped). 0 15. Hazard Warning Flashers 113. 0 135. Instrument Panel Illumination 0 Control 0 136. 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 98. 16. Ignition Positions (Keyless 5. Storage Area (If Equipped). Access) 0 188 or Ignition See Instrument Panel Storage Positions (Key Access) 0 190. 0 94. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 97. 6. Light Sensor. See Automatic 18. Horn 0 98. Headlamp System 0 134. 0 19. Steering Wheel Adjustment 7. Infotainment 140. 0 97. 0 8. CD Player 151. 20. Cruise Control 0 205. 9. Climate Control Systems 0 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 168. System 0 211 (If Equipped). Dual Automatic Climate Control 0 21. Hood Release. See Hood System 171. 0 228. 10. Heated Front Seats 0 54 (If Equipped). Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 8 In Brief Initial Drive 7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. Press and Information hold for at least three seconds to This section provides a brief sound the panic alarm. Press again overview about some of the to cancel the panic alarm. important features that may or may See Keys 0 26 and Remote Keyless not be on your specific vehicle. Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be Remote Vehicle Start found later in this owner manual. If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry With Remote Start Shown Starting the Vehicle (RKE) System Press the button to extend the key. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The key can be used for all locks. 1. Press and release Q on the transmitter may work up to 60 m This key is also used for the RKE transmitter. (197 ft) away from the vehicle. ignition, if the vehicle does not have 2. Immediately press and hold / pushbutton start. for at least four seconds or until K : Press to unlock the driver door the turn signal lamps flash. or all doors. 3. Start the vehicle normally after Q : Press to lock all doors. entering. Lock and unlock feedback can be When the vehicle starts, the parking personalized. lamps will turn on. Y : Press and hold to open the Remote start can be extended. trunk. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada- 9086425) - 2016 - crc - 5/12/15 In Brief 9 Canceling a Remote Start Windows To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the vehicle on and then off. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 34. Door Locks . Press Q or K on the door lock switch. To lock or unlock the doors from the outside: . Push the lock knob on the driver Press the switch down to open the door to lock all doors. Push the window. Pull the front of the switch . Press Q or K on the Remote lock knob on a passenger door up to close it. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. to lock only that door. The power windows only operate See Remote Keyless Entry with the ignition in ACC/ (RKE) System Operation 0 28. Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pulling the ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, . Use the key in the driver door. handle again unlatches the door. or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See To lock or unlock the doors from the See Door Locks 0 35 or Power Door Retained Accessory Power (RAP) inside: Locks 0 36.