1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 110
1997 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
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Gages can indicate when there may beisor problem a with one of your vehicle's functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you when know there's a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when of the gages shows one there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even -dangerous. So please getto know your warninglights and gages. They're a big help. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come onfor about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt already buckled. The safety belt light will also comeon and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flashfor about 55 seconds. If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light willcome on. 2-53