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Driving and Operating 9-33 Ride Control Systems Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control System Operation The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an electronic stability control system. These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control, especially on slippery road conditions. TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, TCS applies the brakes to the spinning wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. If cruise control is being used and traction control or StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow. Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move. The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. It is recommended to leave both systems on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-10 and "Turning the Systems Off and On" later in this section. The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster. This light will: . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin. Flash when StabiliTrak is activated. Turn on and stay on when either system is not working. . . If either system fails to turn on or to activate, a message displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC), and d comes on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to drive, but driving should be adjusted accordingly.

Section	Page
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Instrument Panel Overview	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	11
Door Locks	11
Windows	12
Seat Adjustment	13
Memory Features	15
Second Row Seats	15
Heated Seats	15
Head Restraint Adjustment	16
Safety Belts	16
Passenger Sensing System	16
Mirror Adjustment	17
Steering Wheel Adjustment	17
Interior Lighting	18
Exterior Lighting	18
Windshield Wiper/Washer	19
Climate Controls	20
Transmission	21
Vehicle Features	22
Radio(s)	22
Satellite Radio	22
Portable Audio Devices	22
Bluetooth®	22
Steering Wheel Controls	23
Cruise Control	23
Infotainment System	24
Driver Information Center (DIC)	24
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System	24
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	24
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	25
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	25
Power Outlets	25
Universal Remote System	25
Sunroof	25
eAssist Features	26
eAssist® Overview	26
High Voltage Safety Information	27
Driver Efficiency Gauge	27
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature	28
Regenerative Braking	28
Battery	28
Service	29
Performance and Maintenance	29
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	29
Tire Pressure Monitor	29
Engine Oil Life System	30
E85 or FlexFuel	30
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	30
Roadside Assistance Program	31
OnStar®	31
Keys, Doors, and Windows	33
Keys and Locks	33
Keys	33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	35
Remote Vehicle Start	41
Door Locks	43
Power Door Locks	44
Door Ajar Reminder	44
Delayed Locking	44
Automatic Door Locks	45
Lockout Protection	45
Safety Locks	45
Doors	46
Trunk	46
Vehicle Security	48
Vehicle Alarm System	48
Immobilizer	49
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)	49
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)	50
Exterior Mirrors	51
Convex Mirrors	51
Power Mirrors	51
Heated Mirrors	51
Reverse Tilt Mirrors	51
Interior Mirrors	52
Interior Rearview Mirrors	52
Manual Rearview Mirror	52
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	52
Windows	52
Power Windows	53
Sun Visors	54
Roof	55
Sunroof	55
Seats and Restraints	57
Head Restraints	58
Front Seats	59
Seat Adjustment	59
Power Seat Adjustment	60
Lumbar Adjustment	60
Reclining Seatbacks	60
Memory Seats	62
Heated Front Seats	63
Rear Seats	65
Rear Seat Armrest	66
Safety Belts	67
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	68
Lap-Shoulder Belt	69
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	73
Safety Belt Extender	73
Safety System Check	73
Safety Belt Care	73
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	74
Airbag System	74
Where Are the Airbags?	76
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	78
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	79
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	79
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	80
Passenger Sensing System	81
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	86
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	86
Airbag System Check	87
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	87
Child Restraints	88
Older Children	88
Infants and Young Children	90
Child Restraint Systems	92
Where to Put the Restraint	94
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	95
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	102
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	103
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)	105
Storage	109
Storage Compartments	109
Instrument Panel Storage	109
Glove Box	109
Cupholders	110
Center Console Storage	110
Additional Storage Features	110
Cargo Tie-Downs	110
Convenience Net	110
Instruments and Controls	111
Controls	112
Steering Wheel Adjustment	112
Steering Wheel Controls	112
Horn	113
Windshield Wiper/Washer	113
Compass	114
Clock	114
Power Outlets	115
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	117
Instrument Cluster	118
Speedometer	120
Odometer	120
Trip Odometer	120
Tachometer	120
Fuel Gauge	120
Driver Efficiency Gauge	121
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	121
Safety Belt Reminders	122
Airbag Readiness Light	122
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	123
Charging System Light	124
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	124
Brake System Warning Light	127
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	127
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light	128
Vehicle Ahead Indicator	128
Traction Off Light	128
StabiliTrak® OFF Light	129
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	129
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	129
Tire Pressure Light	130
Engine Oil Pressure Light	130
Low Fuel Warning Light	131
Security Light	131
High-Beam On Light	132
Front Fog Lamp Light	132
Lamps On Reminder	132
Cruise Control Light	132
Door Ajar Light	132
Information Displays	133
Center Stack Display	133
Driver Information Center (DIC)	133
Vehicle Messages	136
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	136
Brake System Messages	137
Compass Messages	137
Cruise Control Messages	137
Door Ajar Messages	137
Engine Cooling System Messages	138
Engine Oil Messages	138
Engine Power Messages	139
Fuel System Messages	139
Key and Lock Messages	139
Lamp Messages	139
Object Detection System Messages	140
Ride Control System Messages	141
Security Messages	141
Service Vehicle Messages	141
Starting the Vehicle Messages	141
Tire Messages	142
Transmission Messages	142
Vehicle Reminder Messages	143
Washer Fluid Messages	143
Window Messages	143
Vehicle Personalization	143
Universal Remote System	149
Universal Remote System Programming	149
Universal Remote System Operation	152
Lighting	153
Exterior Lighting	153
Exterior Lamp Controls	153
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder	154
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	154
Flash-to-Pass	154
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	154
Automatic Headlamp System	155
Hazard Warning Flashers	155
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	156
Fog Lamps	156
Interior Lighting	157
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	157
Courtesy Lamps	157
Dome Lamps	157
Reading Lamps	157
Lighting Features	158
Entry Lighting	158
Exit Lighting	158
Battery Load Management	159
Infotainment System	161
Introduction	161
Infotainment	161
Theft-Deterrent Feature	162
Overview	162
Operation	165
Radio	169
AM-FM Radio	169
Satellite Radio	171
Radio Reception	173
Backglass Antenna	173
Multi-Band Antenna	174
Audio Players	174
CD Player	174
Auxiliary Devices	176
Phone	181
Bluetooth (Overview)	181
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	183
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)	186
Climate Controls	193
Climate Control Systems	193
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	196
Air Vents	200
Maintenance	201
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	201
Service	202
Driving and Operating	203
Driving Information	204
Distracted Driving	204
Defensive Driving	205
Drunk Driving	205
Control of a Vehicle	205
Braking	205
Steering	206
Off-Road Recovery	206
Loss of Control	207
Track Events and Competitive Driving	207
Driving on Wet Roads	208
Highway Hypnosis	209
Hill and Mountain Roads	209
Winter Driving	210
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	212
Vehicle Load Limits	212
Starting and Operating	217
New Vehicle Break-In	217
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)	217
Ignition Positions (Key Access)	219
Starting the Engine	221
Engine Heater	225
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	226
Shifting Into Park	226
Shifting out of Park	227
Parking over Things That Burn	228
Engine Exhaust	229
Running the Vehicle While Parked	229
Automatic Transmission	230
Manual Mode	231
Brakes	232
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	232
Parking Brake	233
Brake Assist	234
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	234
Ride Control Systems	235
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	235
Cruise Control	237
Driver Assistance Systems	239
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System	239
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	241
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)	243
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	245
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	247
Fuel	249
Recommended Fuel	250
Gasoline Specifications	251
California Fuel Requirements	251
Fuels in Foreign Countries	251
Fuel Additives	251
E85 or FlexFuel	251
Filling the Tank	252
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	254
Trailer Towing	254
General Towing Information	254
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	254
Trailer Towing (eAssist)	258
Trailer Towing (Except eAssist)	258
Towing Equipment	259
Conversions and Add-Ons	260
Add-On Electrical Equipment	260
Vehicle Care	261
General Information	262
California Proposition 65 Warning	262
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	263
Accessories and Modifications	263
Vehicle Checks	263
Doing Your Own Service Work	263
Hood	264
Engine Compartment Overview	265
Engine Oil	270
Engine Oil Life System	272
Automatic Transmission Fluid	273
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	274
Cooling System	276
Engine Coolant	277
Engine Overheating	280
Washer Fluid	281
Brakes	282
Brake Fluid	283
Battery	284
Starter Switch Check	286
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	286
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	286
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	287
Wiper Blade Replacement	287
Headlamp Aiming	288
Bulb Replacement	288
Halogen Bulbs	288
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	289
LED Lighting	289
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps	289
Fog Lamps	292
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (LS and LT)	293
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (LTZ)	294
License Plate Lamp	295
Replacement Bulbs	296
Electrical System	296
High Voltage Devices and Wiring	296
Electrical System Overload	297
Fuses	297
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	298
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	302
Wheels and Tires	304
Tires	304
All-Season Tires	305
Winter Tires	306
Summer Tires	306
Tire Sidewall Labeling	306
Tire Designations	308
Tire Terminology and Definitions	309
Tire Pressure	312
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation	313
Tire Pressure Monitor System	314
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	315
Tire Inspection	318
Tire Rotation	318
When It Is Time for New Tires	319
Buying New Tires	320
Different Size Tires and Wheels	322
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	322
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	324
Wheel Replacement	324
Tire Chains	325
If a Tire Goes Flat	325
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (With Pressure Relief Button)	327
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (With Pressure Deflation Button)	334
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	342
Tire Changing	343
Compact Spare Tire	348
Jump Starting	349
Jump Starting (On-board with eAssist Only)	349
Jump Starting (with or without eAssist)	351
Towing the Vehicle	354
Recreational Vehicle Towing	354
Appearance Care	356
Exterior Care	356
Interior Care	361
Floor Mats	364
Service and Maintenance	367
General Information	367
Maintenance Schedule	368
Special Application Services	374
Additional Maintenance and Care	374
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	378
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	378
Maintenance Replacement Parts	379
Maintenance Records	380
Technical Data	383
Vehicle Identification	383
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	383
Service Parts Identification Label	383
Vehicle Data	384
Capacities and Specifications	384
Engine Drive Belt Routing	386
Customer Information	387
Customer Information	387
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	387
Customer Assistance Offices	389
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	390
Online Owner Center	390
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	391
Roadside Assistance Program	391
Scheduling Service Appointments	393
Courtesy Transportation Program	393
Collision Damage Repair	395
Service Publications Ordering Information	397
Reporting Safety Defects	398
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	398
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	399
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	399
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	399
Event Data Recorders	400
OnStar®	400
Infotainment System	401
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	401
Radio Frequency Statement	401
OnStar	403
OnStar Overview	403
OnStar Services	404
Emergency	404
Security	404
Navigation	404
Connections	405
Diagnostics	407
OnStar Additional Information	407
Index	413
Index_A	413
Index_B	414
Index_C	414
Index_D	415
Index_E	416
Index_F	416
Index_G	417
Index_H	417
Index_I	418
Index_J	418
Index_K	418
Index_L	418
Index_M	419
Index_N	420
Index_O	420
Index_P	420
Index_R	421
Index_S	422
Index_T	423
Index_U	424
Index_V	424

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Driving and Operating

9-33

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control/

Electronic Stability

Control

System Operation

The vehicle has a Traction Control

System (TCS) and StabiliTrak

, an

electronic stability control system.

These systems help limit wheel slip

and assist the driver in maintaining

control, especially on slippery road

conditions.

TCS activates if it senses that any

of the drive wheels are spinning or

beginning to lose traction. When this

happens, TCS applies the brakes to

the spinning wheels and reduces

engine power to limit wheel spin.

StabiliTrak activates when the

vehicle senses a difference between

the intended path and the direction

the vehicle is actually traveling.

StabiliTrak selectively applies

braking pressure to any one of the

vehicle wheel brakes to assist the

driver in keeping the vehicle on the

intended path.

If cruise control is being used and

traction control or StabiliTrak begins

to limit wheel spin, cruise control will

disengage. Cruise control may be

turned back on when road

conditions allow.

Both systems come on

automatically when the vehicle is

started and begins to move. The

systems may be heard or felt while

they are operating or while

performing diagnostic checks. This

is normal and does not mean there

is a problem with the vehicle.

It is recommended to leave both

systems on for normal driving

conditions, but it may be necessary

to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets

stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.

See

If the Vehicle Is Stuck on

page 9-10

and

“

Turning the

Systems Off and On

”

later in this

section.

The indicator light for both systems

is in the instrument cluster. This

light will:

Flash when TCS is limiting

wheel spin.

Flash when StabiliTrak is

activated.

Turn on and stay on when either

system is not working.

If either system fails to turn on or to

activate, a message displays in the

Driver Information Center (DIC), and

comes on and stays on to

indicate that the system is inactive

and is not assisting the driver in

maintaining control. The vehicle is

safe to drive, but driving should be

adjusted accordingly.