Chevrolet MALIBU LIMITED Owner's Manual

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 26
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 94
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 96
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 140
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 177
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 309
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 325
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 335
OnStar .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 339
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
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2 Introduction

Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, MALIBU, and the MALIBU Emblem are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limitedfor Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 23179986 A First Printing
was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse savant:
Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170

Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
©
2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Warning
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Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not,” “Do not do this,or Do not let this happen.

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with
the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : Shown when the owner
manual has additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page see page.
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
(if equipped)
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture ^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
g : First Responder
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
®
a : Under Pressure M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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2 NOTES
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . .... 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 9
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Heated Seats . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... . . 16
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 19
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 20
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 21
Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 21
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 21
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Universal Remote System . . . . . 22
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 22
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 24
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 24
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 24
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Air Vents 0 174.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change Signals
0 135.
Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 113.
3. Instrument Cluster 0 102.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 113.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 98.
5. Storage Area (If Equipped). See Instrument Panel Storage 0 94.
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 134.
7. Infotainment 0 140.
8. CD Player 0 151.
9. Climate Control Systems
0 168.
Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 171.
10. Heated Front Seats 0 54 (If Equipped).
11. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 203.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 214 (If Equipped).
12. Power Outlets 0 100.
13. Parking Brake 0 201.
14. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 198.
15. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 135.
16. Ignition Positions (Keyless
Access) 0 188 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0 190.
17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 97.
18. Horn 0 98.
19. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 97.
20. Cruise Control 0 205.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 211 (If Equipped).
21. Hood Release. See Hood
0 228.
22. Data Link Connector (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 107.
23. Storage Compartment. See Instrument Panel Storage 0 94.
24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 133.
Fog Lamps 0 136 (If Equipped).
Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 136.
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Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
With Remote Start Shown
Press the button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks. This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start.
K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
Y : Press and hold to open the
trunk.
7 : Press and release one time to
initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
See Keys 0 26 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
3. Start the vehicle normally after entering.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
/
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Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.
Press and hold parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 34.

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside:
.
Press
Q or K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28.
.
Use the key in the driver door.
To lock or unlock the doors from the inside:
/ until the
.
.
.
See Door Locks 0 35 or Power Door Locks 0 36.
Q or K on the door lock
Press switch.
Push the lock knob on the driver door to lock all doors. Push the lock knob on a passenger door to lock only that door.
Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pulling the handle again unlatches the door.

Windows

Press the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it.
The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 195.
Express Window Operation
Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered without holding the switch.
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If equipped, windows may also have an express-up feature. Pull a window switch up or press it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down automatically. Stop the window by pulling or pressing the switch in the same direction a second time, or by briefly operating the switch to the first detent in either direction.
See Power Windows 0 44.
1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.
Seat Height Adjuster

Seat Adjustment

Manual Front Seats
Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch when the desired height is reached.
To adjust a manual seat:
See Seat Adjustment 0 50.
Power Seats
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 51.
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Lumbar Adjustment
If equipped, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 51.
Reclining Seatbacks
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
To recline a manual seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to the upright position:
1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Power Reclining Seatbacks
To adjust a power seatback, if available:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 51.
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Memory Features

placed in OFF. These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions.
See Memory Seats 0 53 and Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Second Row Seats

The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space.
See Rear Seats 0 55.

Heated Seats

On vehicles with the memory feature, the 1 and 2 buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually store and recall the positions of the driver seat and outside mirrors. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions.
The vehicle will also automatically store driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is
If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the engine must be running.
Press
M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback. Indicator lights on the button show the current setting.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
See Heated Front Seats 0 54.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
See Head Restraints 0 49 and Seat Adjustment 0 50.
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Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts 0 57.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 58.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 59.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 82.

Passenger Sensing System

United States
Canada
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 69.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 105.

Mirror Adjustment

Interior Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 44.
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Exterior Mirrors
1. Turn the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Move the control to adjust the mirror.
3. Turn the selector switch to to deselect the mirror.
(

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps.
To operate, press the buttons:
E : Turns the lamps off. 1 : Turns the lamps on when any
door is opened.
+ : Keeps the lamps on all
the time.
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Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner.
Front Reading Lamps
Rear Reading Lamps
# or $ : Press the button near
each lamp to turn it on or off.
For more information, see
Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 136.

Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel on the left side of the steering wheel.
O : Turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to
O again to reactivate the
AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate once the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the headlamps.
2 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 133.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 134.
.
Fog Lamps 0 136.
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Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column.
With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the lever to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Move the lever up to INT for
intermittent wipes, then turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down.
x
n L : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 98.
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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
Climate Control System
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1. Fan Control
2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/ Eco Air Conditioning
3. Air Delivery Modes
4. Defrost
5. Temperature Control
6. Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Rear Window Defogger
8. Recirculation
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Dual Automatic Climate Control System
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/ Eco Air Conditioning
3. Air Delivery Modes
4. Defrost
5. SYNC
6. Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Rear Window Defogger
8. Fan Control
9. Recirculation
10. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
See Climate Control Systems 0 168 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 171 (If Equipped).

Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC)
DSC allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual).
2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the top of the shift lever to upshift, or press the (minus) end of the button to downshift.
See Manual Mode 0 200.
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Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.

Radio(s)

VOL/ O : Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
RADIO/BAND : Press to choose between FM, AM, or SiriusXM if equipped.
TUNE/MENU : Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu.
© SEEK ¨ : Press to seek the
previous or next station or track.
INFO : Press to show available information about the current station or track.
See Overview 0 141.
®
,

Satellite Radio

If equipped, vehicles with a SiriusXM valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
.
.
See Satellite Radio 0 148.
®
satellite radio tuner and a
www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).

Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console. External devices such as iPods computers, MP3 players, and USB storage devices may be connected.
See Auxiliary Devices 0 152.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth®system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.
See Bluetooth (Infotainment
Controls) 0 158 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) 0 162 or Bluetooth (Overview) 0 157.
®
®
, laptop
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Steering Wheel Controls

Press SRC to change between radio and CD.
Press and hold SRC to interact with the navigation system, if equipped.
+
x : Press + to increase or to
decrease the volume.
See Steering Wheel Controls 0 97.

Cruise Control

b / g : Press to interact with
OnStar, Bluetooth, or navigation, if equipped.
$ / i : Press to mute. Press
again to turn the sound on. Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call.
_ SRC ^ : Use to select a radio
band or audio source.
Use
_ or ^ to select the next or
previous favorite radio station, CD track, or MP3 track.
1 : Press to turn the cruise control
on or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
RES/+ : If there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.
SET/: Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease speed.
See Cruise Control 0 205.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is in the center of the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the turn signal lever.
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vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.
1. SET/CLR: Press to set,
or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.
2.
w / x : Use the band to
scroll through the items in each menu.
3. MENU: Press to display the
DIC menus. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 113.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a
V, when a vehicle
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 211.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

If equipped, LDW may help avoid unintentional lane departures at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings. The
LDW light, marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane without using a turn signal in that direction, the light will change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound.
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 214.
@, is green if a lane

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)

If equipped, SBZA will detect moving vehicles in the next lane over in the vehicle's side blind zone area. When this happens, the SBZA display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 212.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle, on the center stack display, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 207.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System

If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the RVC screen to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross
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your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound.
See Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)under Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 207.

Parking Assist

If equipped, Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph) and uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.
See Parking Assist 0 209.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
There are two accessory power outlets: one on the center stack below the climate control and one under the armrest inside the center console storage.
Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet.
See Power Outlets 0 100.

Universal Remote System

If equipped, this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be
helpful to have another person available to assist with programming the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote System 0 129.

Sunroof

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switches used to operate it are on the headliner above the rearview mirror. The ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to operate the sunroof. See Ignition
Positions (Keyless Access) 0 188 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0 190 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 195.
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The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Anti-Pinch Feature
If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature detects the object and stops the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof then returns to the full-open position.
Open/Close : Press and hold the front or rear of the switch (1) to open or close the sunroof. The sunshade automatically opens with the sunroof, but must be closed manually.
Express Open/Close : Press and release the front or rear of the switch (1) to express-open or express-close the sunroof.
Vent/Close : Press and hold the rear of the switch (2) to vent the sunroof. Press and hold the front of the switch to close.
See Sunroof 0 46.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
g on the center stack. i
illuminates in the instrument cluster.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.
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To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold
the TCS/StabiliTrak button
g on
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the center stack, until i and g illuminate in the instrument cluster.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 203.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Vehicle Load Limits 0 184. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 270.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See
engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
2. Press the DIC MENU button on the turn signal lever to enter the Vehicle Information Menu. Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the menu items until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE.
3. Press the SET/CLR button to reset the oil life at 100%.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 233.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance Program 0 329.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
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Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 34
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Delayed Locking . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 36
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 36
Lockout Protection . . . . . .. . . . . . . 36
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 37
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 43
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 43
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 43
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 43
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 44
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 44
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 46
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 46
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . .... . . . . . 39
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 39
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Immobilizer Operation (Key
Access) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless
Access) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning
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Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power window or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the key in the ignition or with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key or an RKE transmitter.
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impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the provided key rings.
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Warning
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If the key is unintentionally rotated while the vehicle is running, the ignition could be moved out of the RUN position. This could be caused by heavy items hanging from the key ring, or by large or long items attached to the key ring that could be contacted by the driver or steering wheel. If the ignition moves out of the RUN position, the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be
(Continued)
If the vehicle is equipped with a keyed ignition, the ignition key, key rings, and RKE transmitter, if equipped, are designed to work together. As a system, it reduces the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. If replacements or additions are required, see your dealer. Limit added items to a few essential keys or small, light items no larger than an RKE transmitter.
The key that is part of the RKE transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks if the vehicle is a Key Access vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless ignition, the key can be used for the locks.
Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key.
If the vehicle has an ignition and it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside Assistance Program 0 329.
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With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 339.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 335.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:
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Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacementlater in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within range. See Keyless Access Operation following.
The transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.
With Remote Start Shown
Q (Lock) : Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.
If the driver door is open when pressed, all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.
If the passenger door is open when
Q is
Q is pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 39.
Q may also arm the alarm
K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the
driver door or all doors. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.
The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.
Pressing system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 39.
Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. See Memory Seats 0 53 and Vehicle Personalization 0 123.
K will disarm the alarm
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Y (Remote Trunk Release) :
Press and hold to open the trunk.
7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic
Alarm) : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times.
Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for about
30 seconds until or the vehicle is started.
7 for at least
7 is pressed again
/ (Remote Vehicle Start) : For
vehicles with this feature, press and release and then press and
/ for at least four seconds to
hold start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 34.
The RKE transmitter buttons will not operate when the key is in the ignition.
Q
Keyless Access Operation
If equipped, the Keyless Access system allows the door and trunk to be locked and unlocked without pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a button on the outside front door handles.
The Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock button press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, all passenger doors will unlock. Pull the door handle to unlatch the door.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger
Similar
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
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It has been more than five seconds since the first lock/ unlock button press.
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Two lock/unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors.
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Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.
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