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Instruments and Controls TRACTION OFF If your vehicle has the Traction Control System (TCS), this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on the instrument panel cluster comes on solid when the system is turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑29 and Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/ Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light on page 5‑19 for more information. 5-29 Service Vehicle Messages ENGINE DISABLED This message displays if the starting of the engine is disabled. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately. Monitor Operation on page 10‑54 for more information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer. TIRE LOW ADD AIR On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires is low on air. The low tire pressure warning light also comes on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑20. If this message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Tires on page 10‑42, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑12, and Tire Pressure on page 10‑51. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22. POWER STEERING On some vehicles, this message displays if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately. Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately. Tire Messages SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑20. Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure

Section	Page
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	10
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	11
Windows	11
Seat Adjustment	12
Second Row Seats	14
Heated Seats	14
Head Restraint Adjustment	15
Safety Belts	15
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag	15
Mirror Adjustment	16
Steering Wheel Adjustment	17
Interior Lighting	17
Exterior Lighting	18
Windshield Wiper/Washer	18
Climate Controls	19
Transmission	21
Vehicle Features	21
Radio(s)	21
Satellite Radio	23
Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary Input or USB Port)	23
Bluetooth®	23
Steering Wheel Controls	24
Cruise Control	24
Driver Information Center (DIC)	25
Power Outlets	25
Performance and Maintenance	26
Traction Control System (TCS)	26
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	26
Tire Pressure Monitor	26
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	27
Engine Oil Life System	27
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	27
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	27
Roadside Assistance Program	28
OnStar®	29
Keys, Doors and Windows	31
Keys and Locks	32
Keys	32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	33
Remote Vehicle Start	35
Door Locks	37
Power Door Locks	37
Door Ajar Reminder	37
Delayed Locking	38
Automatic Door Locks	38
Lockout Protection	38
Safety Locks	38
Doors	39
Trunk	39
Vehicle Security	41
Anti-Theft Alarm System	41
Immobilizer	42
Immobilizer Operation	42
Exterior Mirrors	43
Convex Mirrors	43
Power Mirrors	44
Heated Mirrors	44
Interior Mirrors	44
Manual Rearview Mirror	44
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	44
Windows	45
Power Windows	46
Sun Visors	48
Roof	48
Sunroof	48
Seats and Restraints	51
Head Restraints	52
Front Seats	53
Seat Adjustment	53
Power Seat Adjustment	54
Lumbar Adjustment	54
Reclining Seatbacks	55
Heated Front Seats	57
Rear Seats	58
Safety Belts	59
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	63
Lap-Shoulder Belt	68
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	73
Safety Belt Extender	73
Safety System Check	74
Safety Belt Care	74
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash	74
Airbag System	75
Where Are the Airbags?	77
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	79
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	80
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	80
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	81
Passenger Sensing System	82
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	86
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	87
Airbag System Check	88
Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash	88
Child Restraints	89
Older Children	89
Infants and Young Children	91
Child Restraint Systems	93
Where to Put the Restraint	95
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	98
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	105
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	105
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)	107
Storage	111
Storage Compartments	111
Instrument Panel Storage	111
Glove Box	111
Cupholders	111
Front Storage	112
Center Console Storage	113
Additional Storage Features	113
Convenience Net	113
Instruments and Controls	115
Controls	116
Steering Wheel Adjustment	116
Steering Wheel Controls	116
Horn	117
Windshield Wiper/Washer	117
Compass	118
Clock	119
Power Outlets	121
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	122
Instrument Cluster	123
Speedometer	124
Odometer	124
Trip Odometer	124
Tachometer	124
Fuel Gauge	124
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	125
Safety Belt Reminders	126
Airbag Readiness Light	127
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	127
Charging System Light	129
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	129
Brake System Warning Light	132
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	133
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light	133
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	134
Tire Pressure Light	134
Engine Oil Pressure Light	135
Security Light	136
High-Beam On Light	136
Cruise Control Light	136
Information Displays	136
Driver Information Center (DIC)	136
Vehicle Messages	139
Brake System Messages	140
Cruise Control Messages	140
Door Ajar Messages	140
Engine Oil Messages	140
Engine Power Messages	140
Fuel System Messages	141
Key and Lock Messages	141
Lamp Messages	141
Ride Control System Messages	141
Airbag System Messages	143
Service Vehicle Messages	143
Tire Messages	143
Vehicle Reminder Messages	144
Washer Fluid Messages	144
Vehicle Personalization	144
Lighting	149
Exterior Lighting	149
Exterior Lamp Controls	149
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder	150
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	150
Flash-to-Pass	150
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	150
Automatic Headlamp System	151
Delayed Headlamps	151
Hazard Warning Flashers	152
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	152
Fog Lamps	152
Interior Lighting	153
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	153
Dome Lamps	153
Reading Lamps	153
Lighting Features	153
Entry/Exit Lighting	153
Parade Dimming	154
Battery Load Management	154
Battery Power Protection	155
Infotainment System	157
Introduction	157
Infotainment	157
Theft-Deterrent Feature	158
Operation	159
Radio	163
AM-FM Radio	163
Satellite Radio	166
Radio Reception	170
Backglass Antenna	171
Satellite Radio Antenna	171
Audio Players	171
CD Player	171
Auxiliary Devices	176
Phone	181
Bluetooth	181
Climate Controls	189
Climate Control Systems	189
Automatic Climate Control System	193
Air Vents	197
Driving and Operating	199
Driving Information	200
Defensive Driving	200
Drunk Driving	200
Control of a Vehicle	201
Braking	201
Steering	202
Off-Road Recovery	204
Loss of Control	204
Driving on Wet Roads	205
Highway Hypnosis	206
Hill and Mountain Roads	206
Winter Driving	207
If the Vehicle is Stuck	209
Vehicle Load Limits	210
Starting and Operating	214
New Vehicle Break-In	214
Ignition Positions	214
Starting the Engine	216
Engine Heater	217
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	218
Shifting Into Park	218
Shifting Out of Park	219
Parking Over Things That Burn	220
Engine Exhaust	220
Running the Vehicle While Parked	221
Automatic Transmission	222
Manual Mode	223
Brakes	225
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	225
Parking Brake	226
Brake Assist	226
Ride Control Systems	227
Traction Control System (TCS)	227
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	229
Cruise Control	230
Fuel	233
Recommended Fuel	233
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)	234
California Fuel Requirements	234
Fuels in Foreign Countries	234
Fuel Additives	234
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	235
Filling the Tank	237
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	238
Towing	239
General Towing Information	239
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	240
Trailer Towing	243
Towing Equipment	245
Conversions and Add-Ons	245
Add-On Electrical Equipment	245
Vehicle Care	247
General Information	248
California Proposition 65 Warning	249
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	249
Accessories and Modifications	249
Vehicle Checks	250
Doing Your Own Service Work	250
Hood	251
Engine Compartment Overview	252
Engine Oil	255
Engine Oil Life System	259
Automatic Transmission Fluid	260
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	260
Cooling System	262
Engine Coolant	262
Engine Overheating	266
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	267
Power Steering Fluid	268
Washer Fluid	269
Brakes	270
Brake Fluid	271
Battery	272
Starter Switch Check	273
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	273
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	274
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	274
Wiper Blade Replacement	275
Headlamp Aiming	275
Bulb Replacement	276
Halogen Bulbs	276
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps (LS and LT)	276
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps (LTZ)	278
Back-Up Lamps	279
License Plate Lamp	280
Replacement Bulbs	280
Electrical System	281
Electrical System Overload	281
Fuses	281
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	282
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	284
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	286
Wheels and Tires	288
Tires	288
Winter Tires	289
Low-Profile Tires	290
Tire Sidewall Labeling	290
Tire Designations	293
Tire Terminology and Definitions	294
Tire Pressure	297
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation	298
Tire Pressure Monitor System	299
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	300
Tire Inspection	303
Tire Rotation	303
When It Is Time for New Tires	305
Buying New Tires	305
Different Size Tires and Wheels	307
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	308
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	309
Wheel Replacement	310
Tire Chains	311
If a Tire Goes Flat	311
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	313
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	320
Tire Changing	321
Compact Spare Tire	329
Jump Starting	330
Towing	334
Towing the Vehicle	334
Recreational Vehicle Towing	334
Appearance Care	336
Exterior Care	336
Interior Care	340
Floor Mats	343
Service and Maintenance	345
General Information	345
Scheduled Maintenance	346
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	350
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	350
Maintenance Replacement Parts	351
Maintenance Records	352
Technical Data	355
Vehicle Identification	355
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	355
Service Parts Identification Label	355
Vehicle Data	356
Capacities and Specifications	356
Engine Drive Belt Routing	358
Customer Information	359
Customer Information	359
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)	359
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)	361
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)	363
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)	363
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)	364
Online Owner Center	364
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)	365
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)	366
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)	368
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)	368
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)	369
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)	370
Service Publications Ordering Information	373
Reporting Safety Defects	374
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	374
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	375
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	375
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	375
Event Data Recorders	376
OnStar®	377
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	377
Radio Frequency Statement	377
Index	379
Index_A	379
Index_B	379
Index_C	380
Index_D	381
Index_E	382
Index_F	382
Index_G	383
Index_H	383
Index_I	384
Index_J	384
Index_K	384
Index_L	384
Index_M	385
Index_N	385
Index_O	385
Index_P	386
Index_R	386
Index_S	387
Index_T	389
Index_U	390
Index_V	390

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Instruments and Controls

5-29

TRACTION OFF

If your vehicle has the Traction

Control System (TCS), this

message displays and the ESC/TCS

light on the instrument panel cluster

comes on solid when the system is

turned off. Adjust your driving

accordingly. See

Traction Control

System (TCS) on page 9

‑

and

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/

Traction Control System (TCS)

Indicator/Warning Light on

page 5

‑

for more information.

Airbag System Messages

SERVICE AIR BAG

This message displays when there

is a problem with the airbag system.

Have your vehicle serviced by your

dealer immediately.

Service Vehicle Messages

ENGINE DISABLED

This message displays if the starting

of the engine is disabled. Have your

vehicle serviced by your dealer

immediately.

POWER STEERING

On some vehicles, this message

displays if a problem has been

detected with the electric power

steering. Have your vehicle serviced

by your dealer immediately.

Tire Messages

SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR

On vehicles with the Tire Pressure

Monitor System (TPMS), this

message displays if a part on the

TPMS is not working properly. The

tire pressure light also flashes and

then remains on during the same

ignition cycle. See

Tire Pressure

Light on page 5

‑

. Several

conditions may cause this message

to appear. See

Tire Pressure

Monitor Operation on page 10

‑

for

more information. If the warning

comes on and stays on, there may

be a problem with the TPMS. See

your dealer.

TIRE LOW ADD AIR

On vehicles with the Tire Pressure

Monitor System (TPMS), this

message displays when the

pressure in one or more of the

vehicle's tires is low on air. The low

tire pressure warning light also

comes on. See

Tire Pressure Light

on page 5

‑

. If this message

appears on the DIC, stop as soon

as you can. Have the tire pressures

checked and set to those shown on

the Tire Loading Information label.

See

Tires on page 10

‑

Vehicle

Load Limits on page 9

‑

, and

Tire

Pressure on page 10

‑

. The DIC

also shows the tire pressure values.

See

Driver Information Center (DIC)

on page 5

‑