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Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to apply your regular brake and press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) while the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into another gear. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-35 later in this section. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging your transaxle, see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is ﬁrmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speeds when shifting your vehicle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. MANUAL MODE (M): This position, allows you to change gears similar to a manual transaxle. If your vehicle has this feature, see Driver Shift Control (DSC). 2-31

Section	Page
2006 Chevrolet Malibu BOOK TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Manual Seats	8
Six-Way Power Driver Seat	9
Manual Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	10
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	12
Passenger Folding Seatback	12
Power Lift Seat	14
Rear Seats	15
Rear Seat Operation	15
Safety Belts	18
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	18
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	22
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	23
Driver Position	23
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment	30
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	31
Right Front Passenger Position	31
Rear Seat Passengers	31
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides	34
Safety Belt Pretensioners	38
Safety Belt Extender	38
Child Restraints	38
Older Children	38
Infants and Young Children	40
Child Restraint Systems	44
Where to Put the Restraint	48
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	49
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	57
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	59
Airbag System	61
Where Are the Airbags?	64
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	67
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	69
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	69
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	70
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	71
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	72
Restraint System Check	72
Checking the Restraint Systems	72
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	73
Features and Controls	75
Keys	77
Remote Keyless Entry System	79
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	80
Doors and Locks	85
Door Locks	85
Power Door Locks	86
Door Ajar Reminder	86
Delayed Locking	87
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	87
Rear Door Security Locks	88
Lockout Protection	88
Trunk (Sedan)	89
Liftgate (MAXX)	90
Windows	90
Power Windows	91
Sun Visors	92
Theft-Deterrent Systems	92
Content Theft-Deterrent	92
PASS-Key® III+	94
PASS-Key® III+ Operation	95
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	96
New Vehicle Break-In	96
Ignition Positions	97
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	98
Starting the Engine	98
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	99
Engine Coolant Heater	100
Automatic Transaxle Operation (Base Models)	101
Automatic Transaxle Operation (SS Models)	104
Parking Brake	107
Shifting Into Park (P)	108
Shifting Out of Park (P)	109
Parking Over Things That Burn	110
Engine Exhaust	110
Running the Engine While Parked	111
Mirrors	112
Manual Rearview Mirror	112
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass	113
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass	115
Outside Power Mirrors	117
Outside Power Heated Mirrors	117
Outside Convex Mirror	117
OnStar® System	118
Universal Home Remote System	120
Universal Home Remote System Operation	121
Storage Areas	124
Glove Box	124
Cupholder(s)	124
Center Console Storage Area	124
Map Pocket	124
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover (MAXX)	125
Table (MAXX)	126
Convenience Net	126
Sunroof	127
Instrument Panel	129
Instrument Panel Overview	132
Hazard Warning Flashers	134
Other Warning Devices	134
Horn	134
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	134
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	135
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	136
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	136
Flash-to-Pass	136
Windshield Wipers	137
Windshield Washer	138
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (MAXX Model)	138
Cruise Control	139
Exterior Lamps	142
Headlamps on Reminder	144
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)	144
Delayed Headlamps	144
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	144
Automatic Headlamp System	145
Fog Lamps	146
Instrument Panel Brightness	147
Dome Lamp	147
Entry/Exit Lighting	147
Parade Dimming	147
Front Reading Lamps	148
Rear Reading Lamps	148
Trunk Lamp	148
Cargo Lamp	148
Battery Run-Down Protection	148
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	149
Cigarette Lighter	150
Climate Controls	150
Climate Control System	150
Automatic Climate Control System	155
Outlet Adjustment	159
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	160
Instrument Panel Cluster	161
Speedometer and Odometer	162
Trip Odometer	162
Tachometer	162
Safety Belt Reminder Light	162
Airbag Readiness Light	163
Charging System Light	164
Brake System Warning Light	164
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	165
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	166
Traction Control System Active Light	166
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light	167
Enhanced Traction System Active Light	167
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	168
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	168
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	169
Oil Pressure Light	172
Security Light	173
Cruise Control Light	173
Highbeam On Light	173
Fuel Gage	174
Driver Information Center (DIC)	175
DIC Operation and Displays	175
DIC Warnings and Messages	178
DIC Vehicle Personalization	180
Audio System(s)	182
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	183
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	183
Radio with CD (Base Level)	184
Radio with CD (Up Level)	189
Radio with Six-Disc CD	199
Rear Seat Entertainment System	214
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without Entertainment System)	229
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (With Entertainment System)	231
Theft-Deterrent Feature	233
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Three Spoke)	233
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Four Spoke)	234
Radio Reception	234
Care of Your CDs and DVDs	235
Care of the CD and DVD Player	235
Fixed Mast Antenna (MAXX Only)	236
Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only)	236
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	236
Driving Your Vehicle	237
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	238
Defensive Driving	238
Drunken Driving	239
Control of a Vehicle	241
Braking	242
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	243
Braking in Emergencies	245
Traction Control System (TCS)	245
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)	247
Steering	248
Off-Road Recovery	251
Passing	251
Loss of Control	253
Competitive Driving (SS Only)	254
Driving at Night	254
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	256
City Driving	258
Freeway Driving	259
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	260
Highway Hypnosis	261
Hill and Mountain Roads	261
Winter Driving	263
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	268
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	269
Loading Your Vehicle	269
Towing	275
Towing Your Vehicle	275
Recreational Vehicle Towing	275
Towing a Trailer	278
Service and Appearance Care	285
Service	287
Accessories and Modifications	287
California Proposition 65 Warning	287
Doing Your Own Service Work	288
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	289
Fuel	289
Gasoline Octane	289
Gasoline Specifications	289
California Fuel	290
Additives	290
Fuels in Foreign Countries	291
Filling the Tank	292
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	294
Checking Things Under the Hood	294
Hood Release	295
Engine Compartment Overview	296
Engine Oil	301
Engine Oil Life System	304
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	306
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.2L L4 and 3.5L V6 Engines)	307
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (3.9L V6 Engine)	308
Engine Coolant	310
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	313
Engine Overheating	313
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (3.5L V6 and 3.9L V6 Engines)	315
Cooling System	316
Power Steering Fluid (3.9L V6 Engine)	321
Windshield Washer Fluid	322
Brakes	323
Battery	326
Jump Starting	327
Bulb Replacement	331
Halogen Bulbs	331
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps	332
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	334
Replacement Bulbs	335
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	336
Tires	338
Tire Sidewall Labeling	340
Tire Terminology and Definitions	342
Inflation - Tire Pressure	345
Tire Inspection and Rotation	347
When It Is Time for New Tires	348
Buying New Tires	348
Different Size Tires and Wheels	350
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	350
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	352
Wheel Replacement	352
Tire Chains	354
If a Tire Goes Flat	355
Changing a Flat Tire	356
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	357
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	360
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Sedan)	366
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Sedan SS)	368
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (All MAXX Models)	370
Compact Spare Tire	372
Appearance Care	373
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	373
Fabric/Carpet	374
Leather	375
Ultra Lux Suede	376
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	376
Care of Safety Belts	377
Weatherstrips	377
Washing Your Vehicle	377
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	377
Finish Care	378
Windshield and Wiper Blades	378
Aluminum Wheels	379
Tires	379
Sheet Metal Damage	380
Finish Damage	380
Underbody Maintenance	380
Chemical Paint Spotting	380
Vehicle Identification	382
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	382
Service Parts Identification Label	382
Electrical System	382
Add-On Electrical Equipment	382
Headlamp Wiring	383
Windshield Wiper Fuses	383
Power Windows and Other Power Options	383
Fuses	383
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	384
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	386
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	388
Capacities and Specifications	391
Maintenance Schedule	393
Maintenance Schedule	394
Introduction	394
Maintenance Requirements	394
Your Vehicle and the Environment	394
Using the Maintenance Schedule	394
Scheduled Maintenance	396
Additional Required Services	398
Maintenance Footnotes	399
Owner Checks and Services	400
At Each Fuel Fill	400
At Least Once a Month	401
At Least Once a Year	401
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	404
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	405
Maintenance Record	406
Customer Assistance and Information	409
Customer Assistance and Information	410
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	410
Online Owner Center	411
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	412
Customer Assistance Offices	412
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	413
Roadside Assistance Program	414
Courtesy Transportation	416
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	418
Collision Damage Repair	419
Reporting Safety Defects	422
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	422
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	423
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	423
Service Publications Ordering Information	423

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Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before

starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic

transaxle shift lock control system. You have to apply

your regular brake and press the shift lever button

before you can shift from PARK (P) while the ignition

key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease

pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever

all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake

application. Then move the shift lever into another gear.

See

Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-35

later in

this section.

REVERSE (R):

Use this gear to back up.

Notice:

Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle

is moving forward could damage the transaxle.

The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.

Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is

stopped.

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow,

ice, or sand without damaging your transaxle, see

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

on page 4-32

NEUTRAL (N):

In this position, your engine does not

connect with the wheels. To restart when you are

already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use

NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

{

CAUTION:

Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is

running at high speed is dangerous. Unless

your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your

vehicle could move very rapidly. You could

lose control and hit people or objects. Do not

shift into a drive gear while your engine is

running at high speed.

Notice:

Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)

while the engine is running at high speed may

damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be

covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not

running at high speeds when shifting your vehicle.

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D):

This position is for

normal driving. If you need more power for passing,

and you are:

•

Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your

accelerator pedal about halfway down.

•

Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push

the accelerator all the way down.

MANUAL MODE (M):

This position, allows you to

change gears similar to a manual transaxle. If your

vehicle has this feature, see Driver Shift Control (DSC).

2-31