2005 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 111

The panel can be used in this position if you need additional space above the panel. Place the cargo on top of the panel in this position. To use the panel in the upper position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the top guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down and pull rearward on the back of the panel to lock it in place. This can be used as a cargo cover for the rear area. The panel may be installed either carpet or plastic side up. The panel may also be used as a table in this position. See "Table" following for more information. {CAUTION: If you were to carry things on the adjustable panel when it is in the upper (cargo cover) or center positions, during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash, those things could be thrown around in the vehicle. You or others could be injured. When it is in the upper or center position, always secure any cargo on the floor beneath the panel/cover. To use the panel in the center position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the middle guides. 2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Press down and pull rearward on the back of the panel to lock it in place. The panel can be used in this position when you have to place a flat or spare tire in the rear cargo area. Table Your vehicle will be equipped with an adjustable panel that also functions as a table. The maximum load for the table is 100 lbs distributed (45 kg). To set up the table, do the following: 1. With the adjustable panel in the upper position extend it out, with the plastic side up. The panel will only extend in the upper position. 2. Rotate the knob to release the leg from the plastic side of the table and rotate leg outward. 3. Set the table leg onto the liftgate lock striker at the rear edge of the vehicle. Make sure to place the table leg securely onto the liftgate lock striker. 2-41