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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Remote Vehicle Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

DRIVER PERSONAL FIT FEATURES

Driver Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Lumbar and Seatback Position Adjustment . .4

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedals . . . . .5

Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Outside Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Heated Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES

Radio and CD Player Controls . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . .7

Multiple-Disc CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Rear Seat Audio/Entertainment System . . . .9

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . .12

CONVENIENCE FEATURES

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Climate Control Airflow Modes . . . . . . . . . .13

Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Climate Control and Remote Vehicle Start . .14

Exterior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Speed-Sensitive Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Electronic Range Select Mode/

Driver Shift Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Windshield Pillar Convenience Clip . . . . . .16

SEATING AND CARGO VERSATILITY

Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat . . . . . . . . . .17

60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Cleaning the Interior Upholstery . . . . . . . . .17

MAXX FEATURES

Unlatching the Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Multi-Flex Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Rear SkyLight Sunshade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Rear Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Rear Compartment Storage Panel . . . . . . . .19

OWNER INFORMATION

Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet Malibu. Please read this information about your vehicle’

features and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not

include all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.

Getting to Know Your 2007

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Malibu

Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 1

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Malibu 2007 B Malibu 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 1 Getting to Know Your 2007 TABLE OF CONTENTS REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Remote Vehicle Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 DRIVER PERSONAL FIT FEATURES Driver Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Lumbar and Seatback Position Adjustment . .4 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedals . . . . .5 Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel . . .
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 2 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) (Remote Vehicle Start) (if equipped): If your vehicle has this feature, it can be used to start the engine. (See Remote Vehicle Start System.) (Lock): Press this button to lock all the doors. The interior lamps will turn off after a short delay once all doors are closed.
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Note: The Remote Vehicle Start System will not operate if the hood is open or if the key is in the ignition. Note: If the Service Engine Soon light is illuminated on the instrument panel cluster, the Remote Vehicle Start System cannot be used. See your dealer for the proper repairs.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 4 DRIVER PERSONAL FIT FEATURES Driver Seat Controls The driver’s seat can be adjusted fore/aft and up/down as well as reclined. The front and rear tilt of the seat cushion also can be adjusted, if equipped. Lumbar and Seatback Position Adjustment (if equipped) Adjust the lumbar support using the lumbar lever (A) located on the outboard side of the driver’s seatback. Ratchet the lever down to increase support and up to decrease support.
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See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel To adjust the tilt/telescope steering wheel: 1. Pull down the lever located on the left side of the steering column to unlock the wheel. 2. Move the wheel up to a centered position or higher to telescope it in or out to a comfortable position. 3. Tilt the wheel up or down to a comfortable position. 4. Push the lever up all the way to lock the wheel in place. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 6 AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Radio and CD Player Controls While most of the radio and CD player controls and features on your audio system will look familiar, following are some that may be new: Display On radios with a single-line display, the DIC overwrites the radio information while in use. On radios with two-line displays, the top line shows radio frequency or time and outside temperature; the second line shows DIC information.
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9:27 AM Page 7 AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Instrument Panel Features Audio System Features Driver Personal Fit Features (Seek): Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous radio station or, when a CD is playing, to the next or previous track. Press and hold either arrow to scan radio stations. BAND: Press this button to switch to AM, FM or XM (if equipped). 1–6: Press this button to go to the next preset radio station. (Mute): Press this button to silence the system.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 8 AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Multiple-Disc CD Player (if equipped) With the in-dash 6-Disc CD player, note that you cannot directly load a CD as in single-play systems. Note: CDs with any affixed labels may jam in the CD player. Label a CD using a permanent marker. If more than one CD is inserted into the slot at one time, or if scratched or damaged CDs are played, the CD player could be damaged.
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Rear Seat Audio To operate the RSA system: • Select AM, FM or XM (if equipped) by pressing the BAND button or select an audio source by pressing the SRCE (Source) button. • Use the SEEK buttons or the 1–6 (preset) button to change radio stations, tracks or CDs. • Adjust the volume on the wireless headphones by turning the dial on the headphones, or on plug-in headphones by using the left and right volume control knobs.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 10 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Instrument Panel A B C D J K L M N O A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. E P Q F G R Side Window Outlets Side Air Outlets Turn Signal/Light Control Lever Instrument Panel Cluster Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever Center Air Outlets Rear Seat Air Outlets Hazard Warning Flashers Button Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator Adjustable Pedals Button (if equipped) K. Instrument Panel Brightness Control L.
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10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 11 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Instrument Panel Cluster B C D Instrument Panel Features Audio System Features Driver Personal Fit Features A Remote Keyless Entry System Malibu 2007 B Convenience Features Seating and Cargo Versatility Note: The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle’s operation.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 12 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle’s audio system also has an integrated Driver Information Center (DIC) that provides vehicle information and enables vehicle feature personalization. To operate the DIC, the ignition switch must be in the Run position. The DIC is controlled through three buttons located on the left side of the audio system. The DIC messages will be shown on your audio system display.
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES Audio System Features Driver Personal Fit Features RES + (Resume): Press this button to resume a set speed, or to increase the speed if the system is set. (Cancel): SS models only Press this button to cancel the cruise control set speed. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Climate Control Airflow Modes Instrument Panel Features such as door ajar or low fuel, as well as warnings if a problem is sensed in a vehicle system.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 14 CONVENIENCE FEATURES Preventing Window Fogging (Defog): Use this mode to clear the windows of moisture and to warm passengers. This mode splits the air delivery between the windshield and the floor outlets. (Defrost): Use this mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. This mode directs most of the air to the windshield.
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exterior lights. The DIC will display an Automatic Lights Off message. To activate ALC, turn the switch again. ALC is always turned on when the vehicle is started. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. The speed-sensitive wipers lever is located to the right of the steering column. The wiper settings include: (Intermittent): Move the lever up to this position to have the wipers adjust with your vehicle speed, increasing as you drive faster and decreasing when you slow down.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 16 CONVENIENCE FEATURES Electronic Range Select Mode/ Driver Shift Control Press the + (plus) side of the button to upshift. As vehicle speed increases, you will need to manually upshift. If current vehicle speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shift will not occur. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
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Raise the Seatback 1. Push in the release button located on the side of the seatback and pull it up. 2. Pull the seatback to make sure it is locked into position. 3. Use the recliner lever to adjust the seatback to a comfortable position. See Section 1 of your Owner Manual. 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat The split folding rear seatback permits loading of longer items from the rear cargo area. Fold Down the Rear Seatback 1. Open the trunk and locate the gray handles on the upper side of the trunk opening.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 18 MAXX FEATURES Unlatching the Liftgate If the liftgate is unlocked, you can open it manually by pushing the touch pad switch located on the underside of the liftgate trim panel. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. Note: For vehicles equipped with the rear seat DVD system, locate the molded-in rib located on the plastic carpet retainer at the bottom of the left rear door opening.
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See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Rear Compartment Storage Panel Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 To set up the shelf as a utility table: 1. Place the shelf in the upper (Level 1) position, carpet or plastic side up, and extend the shelf out. The shelf extends only in the upper position. 2. Unsnap the leg from the plastic side of the table and turn the leg outward. 3. Set the leg securely into the groove on the plastic trim of the lower cargo opening. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
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Malibu 2007 B 10/19/06 9:27 AM Page 20 OWNER INFORMATION Roadside Assistance 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872) TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.