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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Driver Personal Fit Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Remote Keyless Entry System Operation . . . . . . .5

Unlatching the MAXX Decklid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Remote Vehicle Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Audio System with Integral Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Exterior Lighting Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Seating and Cargo Versatility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Functional and Convenience Features . . . . . . . .12

Storage Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Cleaning the Interior Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

MAXX Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet Malibu or Malibu MAXX. Please read this

information and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that

your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet. Place this booklet in your

Owner Manual portfolio for easy reference.

Summary of content (16 pages)

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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Driver Personal Fit Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Functional and Convenience Features . . . . . . . .12 Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation . . . . . . .5 Unlatching the MAXX Decklid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Remote Vehicle Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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I. Glove Box J. Adjustable Pedal Buttons K. Instrument Panel Brightness Control L. Storage Compartment M. Hood Release N. Park Brake Set and Release O. Horn P. Accessory Power Outlet Q. Shift Lever See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. R. Center Console Storage Compartment S. Traction Control Button (or Accessory Power Outlet if not equipped with Traction Control) T. Rear Seat Air Outlets U. Hazard Warning Flashers Button V. Fog Lamp Switch W.
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Instrument Panel Cluster B A C D F Your vehicle’s instrument panel is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it. The instrument panel cluster includes these key features: E A. Tachometer B. Speedometer C. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge D. Fuel Gauge E. Transaxle Shift Indicator F. Odometer G. Low Fuel Indicator IMPORTANT: The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle’s operation.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX Driver Personal Fit Features Your vehicle is equipped with an adjustable tilt and telescoping steering wheel, power height adjust driver’s seat, and power adjustable pedals (except on Base models). This combination of features allows optimum positioning of the driver for both comfort and safety. 1. Seating Adjustment Adjust the seat fore/aft, up/down, and recline, so you can comfortably reach the HVAC system, audio unit and other controls.
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Remote Keyless Entry System Operation (Remote Keyless Entry with Remote Start shown. Without Remote Start is similar.) : If your vehicle has this feature, it is used to start and stop the engine. (Lock): Press this button to lock all the doors. The interior lamps will turn off after all the doors are closed. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps will flash once to indicate locking has occurred.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX Remote Vehicle Start System (if equipped) This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle by using the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. (Normal transmitter range is within 196 feet of the vehicle.) You can also pre-set the climate control system to heat or cool the vehicle interior before getting in.
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Audio System with Integral Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle’s audio system not only performs the standard audio functions, but also has an integrated Driver Information Center that provides vehicle information, vehicle feature personalization, and vehicle warning messages. On radios with two-line displays, the top line will be used to show radio frequency or time, and outside temperature. The bottom line will display the DIC function.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX XM displays song title, artist and entertainment genre. Activation fee and service subscription are extra. (Available only in the U.S. 48 contiguous states.) For more information, contact XM on the Internet at www.XMradio.com or call 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
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Driver Information Center (DIC) Features The DIC is controlled by three buttons located to the left of the radio display window. INFO — Use this button to access the Vehicle Information functions. MENU — This button provides access to the Vehicle Feature Personalization functions. ENTER — Use this button to select a menu option or to acknowledge a warning message.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX Exterior Lighting Controls Exterior Lamp Switch Operation The exterior lamp control switch is located on the lever to the left of the steering column. The switch can be rotated to each of the following four positions: (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps. (Parking Lamps): Turns on parking lamps and taillamps only.
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Seating and Cargo Versatility Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat The front passenger seatback can be folded flat to permit loading of long cargo or it can serve as a table surface when parked. To fold down the front passenger seatback 1. First, ensure that the seatback is fully upright, by pulling up on the recliner handle at the side of the seat. Then, lower the head restraint to its lowest position. 2. Push in the release button located on either side of the passenger seatback. 3.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX Functional and Convenience Features Electronic Range Select Mode This feature allows you to select the lower driving gears. The button for this mode is located on the shift lever knob. To enable the electronic range select mode, the shift lever must be in the LOW (L) position. Pressing the “+” and “–” sides of the switch will cycle through gears 4, 3, 2 and 1. The chosen gear selection will be indicated in the cluster PRNDL.
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Storage Bin-Mounted APO On vehicles with traction control, the second APO is located inside the frontcenter console storage bin. The bin side includes a notch to allow power cord routing outside the bin when the lid is closed. On MAXX models, a third Accessory Power Outlet is located in the rear cargo area. shield. It can hold parking passes, toll tickets and a variety of other flat items.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX Front Passenger Seat Storage Pocket A small storage pocket located on the inboard side of the front passenger seatback (shown right) can be used for storing smaller items such as pens or parking passes. Instrument Panel Storage Bin A storage bin located on the lower-left side of your instrument panel is a handy place to store coins, gum packages and other smaller items. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
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Operating the Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover The shelf/cargo cover permits two-tiered cargo loading for maximum space utility. 1. Upper Position: Insert the front corners into the top guides and slide the shelf forward; then press down on the back of the shelf to lock it down. For added convenience, four grocery bag hooks are included on the rear edge of the shelf. 2.
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Getting to Know Your Malibu / Malibu MAXX Roadside Assistance 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 As the owner of a 2005 Chevrolet, membership in the Roadside Assistance program is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling one of the above numbers. An advisor will provide you with over-the-phone assistance in resolving minor mechanical problems.