1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 69
1997 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
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Parking at Night Passlock TM Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out sight. of theft-deterrent system. Put themin a storage area, or take them with you. Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. system The is armed once the key removed from the ignition. is Parking Lots Passlock enables fuel the ignition lock cylinder is if If you park ina lot where someone will be watching turned with a valid key. Ifa correct key is not used, your vehicle, it's best to lock it up and take your keys. fuel is disabled. But what if you have to leave your key? What if you During normal operation, the THEFT SYSTEM light have to leave something valuable your vehicle? in will gooff after the engine started. If the THEFT is Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashin or glove box. before starting the engine. Lock the glove box. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running, a problem has been detected and the system 0 Lock all the doors except the driver's. may need service.See your dealer for service. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). 2-12