2008 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 91

Trunk Press the trunk release button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter for one second to open the trunk from the outside. Remote Trunk Release Press the button located on the driver's door near the map pocket to open the trunk. { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: • Make sure all other windows are shut. • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System. • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-37. The trunk can only be opened while the vehicle is in PARK (P) or when the ignition is off. 2-13