2013 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual - Page 43

Keys, Doors, and Windows Emergency Trunk Release Handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch. This handle glows following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside. 2-11 Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Anti-theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Arming the System To arm the system, press RKE transmitter. Q on the Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The alarm automatically arms after about 30 seconds. The security light, located on the instrument panel, flashes. Press V on the RKE transmitter to open the trunk without setting off the alarm. The system rearms when the trunk is closed.