2010 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 188

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-43 for all brake related DIC messages. Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system or the Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4-31. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off. If this light is on while certain DIC messages display, this indicates that the ESC and TCS are not working or are disabled. 4-32