1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 61
1997 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
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Door Locks A CAWTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open thedoors and fall out. When door is a locked, the inside handle won't open it. Outsiders can easilyenter through an unlocked door when you slow down stop your vehicle. or so This may not be obvious: You increase the chance of being thrownout of the vehicle ina crash if the doors aren't locked. Wear safety belts From the inside,to lock the door, move the locking lever forward. properly, lock your doors, you will be far and better off whenever youdrive your vehicle. To unlock the door, move the locking lever rearward. -- -- There are several ways lock and unlock your vehicle. to From the outside, use your key or Keyless Entry System, if your vehicle has this option. 2-4