2011 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 266

10-20 Vehicle Care Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty. Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating. There is an engine coolant temperature gauge as well as an engine coolant temperature warning light on the vehicle's instrument panel cluster. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5‑11 and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5‑20. If it is decided not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10. If it is decided to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. WARNING (Continued) If you keep driving when the engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stop the engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. If Steam is Coming from the Engine Compartment If No Steam is Coming from the Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: ... { WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. (Continued) Climbs a long hill on a hot day. Stops after high-speed driving. Idles for long periods in traffic. Tows a trailer.