1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 67

Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and turn the trunk lock cvlinder. Remote Trunk Release Press the remote release button, located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, to release the trunk lid. Make sure the lockout feature is not activated. Also, the remote trunk release will only work when the gearshift lever is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open becausecarbon monoxide (CO)gas can come into your vehicle. can't seeor smell You CO. It can cause unconsciousness even death. and If you must drive with the trunk lid openor if electrical wiring other cable connections must or pass through the seal between the and the body trunk lid: Make sure all windowsare shut. %MIfanon your heating or cooling the system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT. That will force outside into your air vehicle. See "Comfort Controls"in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the way. instrument panel, open them all the See "Engine Exhaust" in Index. the Remote Trunk Release Lockout Your remote trunk release equipped with a is lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry the trunk into when leaving the vehicle unattended. The switch is located on the inside the trunk lid, mounted the of to trunk lid latch. 2-10