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Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather frequent application may be required. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that does not have enough clearance for the wide rear tires and wheels, you could damage your vehicle. Verify with the manager of the car wash that your vehicle will fit before entering the car wash or use a touchless car wash. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-82. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-78. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-82. The vehicle has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. 5-78

Section	Page
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Manual Seats	8
Six-Way Power Driver Seat	9
Manual Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	10
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	12
Passenger Folding Seatback	12
Rear Seats	14
Rear Seat Operation	14
Safety Belts	16
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	16
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	21
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	22
Driver Position	22
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment	29
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	30
Right Front Passenger Position	30
Rear Seat Passengers	30
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	33
Safety Belt Pretensioners	37
Safety Belt Extender	37
Child Restraints	38
Older Children	38
Infants and Young Children	40
Child Restraint Systems	44
Where to Put the Restraint	47
Top Strap	47
Top Strap Anchor Location	49
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	49
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System	52
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	52
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	55
Airbag System	57
Where Are the Airbags?	60
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	64
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	65
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	65
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	68
Restraint System Check	68
Checking Your Restraint Systems	68
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	69
Features and Controls	71
Keys	73
Remote Keyless Entry System	74
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	75
Doors and Locks	80
Door Locks	80
Power Door Locks	80
Door Ajar Reminder	81
Delayed Locking	81
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	82
Lockout Protection	82
Trunk (Sedan)	83
Liftgate (MAXX)	84
Windows	85
Power Windows	86
Sun Visors	86
Theft-Deterrent Systems	86
Content Theft-Deterrent	87
PASS-Key® III+	89
PASS-Key® III+ Operation	89
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	91
New Vehicle Break-In	91
Ignition Positions	91
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	92
Starting Your Engine	92
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	93
Engine Coolant Heater	94
Automatic Transaxle Operation	95
Parking Brake	97
Shifting Into Park (P)	98
Shifting Out of Park (P)	99
Parking Over Things That Burn	100
Engine Exhaust	100
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	101
Mirrors	102
Manual Rearview Mirror	102
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	102
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	102
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	103
Outside Power Mirrors	103
Outside Power Heated Mirrors	104
Outside Convex Mirror	104
OnStar® System	104
HomeLink® Transmitter	106
Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter	106
Storage Areas	109
Glove Box	109
Cupholder(s)	109
Center Console Storage Area	110
Map Pocket	110
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover	110
Table	111
Sunroof	112
Instrument Panel	113
Instrument Panel Overview	116
Hazard Warning Flashers	118
Other Warning Devices	118
Horn	118
Tilt Wheel	118
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	119
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	120
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	120
Flash-to-Pass	120
Windshield Wipers	121
Windshield Washer	122
Cruise Control	123
Exterior Lamps	126
Headlamps on Reminder	129
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)	129
Delayed Headlamps	129
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	129
Automatic Headlamp System	130
Fog Lamps	131
Instrument Panel Brightness	131
Dome Lamp	131
Entry/Exit Lighting	132
Front Reading Lamps	132
Rear Reading Lamps	132
Trunk Lamp	132
Cargo Lamp	132
Battery Run-Down Protection	132
Accessory Power Outlets	133
Climate Controls	134
Climate Control System	134
Automatic Climate Control System	138
Outlet Adjustment	142
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	143
Instrument Panel Cluster	144
Speedometer and Odometer	145
Trip Odometer	145
Tachometer	145
Safety Belt Reminder Light	146
Airbag Readiness Light	146
Charging System Light	147
Brake System Warning Light	148
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	149
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light	149
Enhanced Traction System Active Light	150
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	150
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	151
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	151
Oil Pressure Light	154
Security Light	155
Cruise Control Light	155
Highbeam On Light	155
Service Vehicle Soon Light	156
Fuel Gage	156
Driver Information Center (DIC)	157
DIC Operation and Displays	158
DIC Warnings and Messages	162
Audio System(s)	164
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	164
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	165
Radio with CD (Base Level)	165
Radio with CD (Up Level)	170
Radio with Cassette and CD	180
Radio with Six-Disc CD	193
Rear Seat Entertainment System	207
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without Rear Seat Entertainment)	223
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (With Entertainment System)	225
Theft-Deterrent Feature	226
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	227
Radio Reception	228
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	228
Care of Your CDs and DVDs	229
Care of Your CD and DVD Player	229
Fixed Mast Antenna (MAXX Only)	230
Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only)	230
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	230
Driving Your Vehicle	231
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	232
Defensive Driving	232
Drunken Driving	232
Control of a Vehicle	235
Braking	235
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	236
Braking in Emergencies	237
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)	238
Steering	239
Off-Road Recovery	242
Passing	242
Loss of Control	244
Driving at Night	245
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	246
City Driving	249
Freeway Driving	250
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	251
Highway Hypnosis	252
Hill and Mountain Roads	252
Winter Driving	254
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	258
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	259
Loading Your Vehicle	259
Towing	265
Towing Your Vehicle	265
Recreational Vehicle Towing	265
Towing a Trailer	268
Service and Appearance Care	275
Service	277
Doing Your Own Service Work	278
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	279
Fuel	279
Gasoline Octane	279
Gasoline Specifications	279
California Fuel	280
Additives	280
Fuels in Foreign Countries	281
Filling Your Tank	282
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	284
Checking Things Under the Hood	284
Hood Release	285
Engine Compartment Overview	286
Engine Oil	289
Engine Oil Life System	292
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	294
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	295
Engine Coolant	296
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	298
Engine Overheating	298
Cooling System	300
Windshield Washer Fluid	304
Brakes	305
Battery	308
Jump Starting	309
Bulb Replacement	314
Halogen Bulbs	314
Headlamps	314
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	316
Replacement Bulbs	318
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	318
Tires	320
Tire Sidewall Labelling	321
Tire Terminology and Definitions	323
Inflation - Tire Pressure	326
Tire Inspection and Rotation	328
When It Is Time for New Tires	329
Buying New Tires	330
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	331
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	332
Wheel Replacement	332
Tire Chains	334
If a Tire Goes Flat	335
Changing a Flat Tire	336
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	337
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	339
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	344
Compact Spare Tire	347
Appearance Care	348
Fabric/Carpet	348
Vinyl	350
Leather	350
Ultra Lux Suede	350
Instrument Panel	351
Interior Plastic Components	351
Glass Surfaces	351
Care of Safety Belts	351
Weatherstrips	352
Washing Your Vehicle	352
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	352
Finish Care	352
Windshield and Wiper Blades	353
Aluminum Wheels	354
Tires	354
Sheet Metal Damage	355
Finish Damage	355
Underbody Maintenance	355
Chemical Paint Spotting	355
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	356
Vehicle Identification	357
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	357
Service Parts Identification Label	358
Electrical System	358
Add-On Electrical Equipment	358
Headlamp Wiring	358
Windshield Wiper Fuses	359
Power Windows and Other Power Options	359
Fuses	359
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	360
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	362
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	364
Capacities and Specifications	367
Maintenance Schedule	369
Maintenance Schedule	370
Introduction	370
Maintenance Requirements	370
Your Vehicle and the Environment	370
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	370
Scheduled Maintenance	372
Additional Required Services	374
Maintenance Footnotes	375
Owner Checks and Services	376
At Each Fuel Fill	376
At Least Once a Month	377
At Least Once a Year	377
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	380
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	381
Maintenance Record	382
Customer Assistance and Information	385
Customer Assistance and Information	386
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	386
Online Owner Center	387
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	388
Customer Assistance Offices	388
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	389
Roadside Assistance Program	390
Courtesy Transportation	391
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	393
Reporting Safety Defects	394
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	394
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	395
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	395
Service Publications Ordering Information	395

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Weatherstrips

Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last

longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply

silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,

damp weather frequent application may be required. See

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12

Washing Your Vehicle

The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of

color, gloss retention, and durability.

The best way to preserve the vehicle’s finish is to

keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or

cold water.

Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.

Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps

or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well,

removing all soap residue completely. GM-approved

cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-82

. Do

not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,

or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents

should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the

surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft,

clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface

scratches and water spotting.

Notice:

If you drive your vehicle through an

automatic car wash that does not have enough

clearance for the wide rear tires and wheels, you

could damage your vehicle. Verify with the manager

of the car wash that your vehicle will fit before

entering the car wash or use a touchless car wash.

High pressure car washes may cause water to enter

the vehicle.

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses

Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a

car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.

Follow instructions under

Washing Your Vehicle on

page 5-78

Finish Care

Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by

hand may be necessary to remove residue from

the paint finish. GM-approved cleaning products can be

obtained from your dealer. See

Vehicle

Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-82

The vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The

clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored

basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are

non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat

paint finish.

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