Chevrolet Malibu LS 2014 Owner's Manual

Black plate (1,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

2014 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M

In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-4

Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16

eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-20

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-19

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-23

Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-27

Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-34

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-40

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-5

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ..7-9

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-21

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-9

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26

Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-27

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-32

Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-35

Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-37

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-58

Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-2

Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-29

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91

Black plate (2,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

2014 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M

Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 10-95

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-98

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-3

Special Application

Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

Additional Maintenance

and Care . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-14

Technical Data . . . . . . ......... 12-1

Vehicle Identification.. . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1

Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12

Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14

OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 14-1

OnStar Overview.. . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

OnStar Services . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 14-2

OnStar Additional

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 14-5

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

Black plate (3,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

Introduction iii

This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.

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.

Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22825339 B Second Printing

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

Black plate (4,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

iv Introduction

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.

Text marked { Caution provides

information that may indicate a hazard that could result in injury or death. It could also result in possible damage to the vehicle.

{

Caution

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Danger

{

Text marked { Danger provides

information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life.

Warning

{

Text marked { Warning provides

information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.

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 : This symbol is shown when

you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information.

* : This symbol is shown when

you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.

Black plate (5,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

Introduction v

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

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps

g : First Responder

# : 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

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

Black plate (6,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

vi Introduction

2 NOTES

Black plate (1,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-1

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-6

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-9

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 1-10

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Steering Wheel

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-13

Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-14

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Vehicle Features

Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-16

Bluetooth

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Lane Departure

Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-19

Rear Vision

Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-19

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Universal Remote System . . . 1-20

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-20

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

eAssist Features

eAssist®Overview . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

High Voltage Safety

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . 1-22

Automatic Engine Start/Stop

Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 1-22

Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 1-22

Battery .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-23

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-24

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-24

E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-25

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-25

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Black plate (2,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Black plate (3,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-3

1. Air Vents on page 8-8.

2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and

Lane-Change Signals on page 6-4.

Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-24.

3. Instrument Cluster on page 5-8.

Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-24.

4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3.

5. Storage Area (if Equipped). See

Instrument Panel Storage on page 4-1.

6. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6-3.

7. Infotainment on page 7-1.

8. CD Player on page 7-15.

9. Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6-1.

Fog Lamps on page 6-4.

Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-5.

10. Storage Compartment. See

Instrument Panel Storage on page 4-1.

11. Data Link Connector (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-14.

12. Hood Release. See Hood on page 10-4.

13. Cruise Control on page 9-35.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-37 (If

Equipped).

14. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5-2.

15. Horn on page 5-3.

16. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2.

17. Ignition Positions (Keyless

Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 9-17.

18. Heated Front Seats on page 3-7 (If Equipped).

19. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-3.

20. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-27.

21. Parking Brake on page 9-31.

22. Power Outlets on page 5-5.

23. Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control on page 9-32.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-46 (If

Equipped).

24. Climate Control Systems on

page 8-1.

Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-4.

Black plate (4,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-4 In Brief

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.

The RKE transmitter can have one of the two symbols for the remote trunk release.

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.

V or Y : Press and hold to

release the trunk.

Black plate (5,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

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 on page 2-1 and Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.

2. Press and release

3. Immediately, press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.

When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.

The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.

Canceling a Remote Start

To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:

Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold

until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-9.

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 on page 2-3.

In Brief 1-5

Use the key in the driver door.

To lock or unlock the doors from the inside:

Press Q or K on the door lock switch.

Push the door lock knob on the top of the door to lock the door only.

Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pulling the handle again unlatches the door.

See Door Locks on page 2-11 or Power Door Locks on page 2-12.

Black plate (6,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-6 In Brief

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) on page 9-23.

Express Window Operation

Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered without holding the switch. 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 on page 2-21.

Seat Adjustment

Manual Front Seats

To adjust a manual seat:

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.

Black plate (7,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-7

Seat Height Adjuster

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.

See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.

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 on page 3-4.

Lumbar Adjustment

To adjust the lumbar support, if available:

Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.

Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the height of the lumbar support.

See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.

Black plate (8,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-8 In Brief

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 on page 3-4.

Memory Features

On vehicles with the memory feature, the “1” and “2” buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the driver seat and outside mirrors. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions.

Black plate (9,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-9

The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is placed in OFF. These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions.

See Memory Seats on page 3-6 and

Vehicle Personalization on page 5-34.

Heated Seats

Second Row Seats

The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space.

See Rear Seats on page 3-9.

Uplevel Climate Control System

Shown, Base Similar

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 on page 3-7.

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 on page 3-2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.

Black plate (10,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-10 In Brief

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:

Safety Belts on page 3-11.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-12.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-13.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-40.

Passenger Sensing System

United States

Canada and Mexico

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 on page 3-25.

The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-13.

Mirror Adjustment

Interior Mirror

Adjustment

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 from 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.

Black plate (11,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-11

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-20.

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 deselect the mirror.

( to

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.

Black plate (12,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-12 In Brief

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 on page 6-5.

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

O again to reactivate the

AUTO mode.

Black plate (13,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-13

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 on page 6-1.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6-2.

Fog Lamps on page 6-4.

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, move the windshield wiper 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

3 INT band up for more frequent

wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.

8 : For a single wipe, briefly move

the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.

n L : Pull the windshield wiper

lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3.

Black plate (14,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-14 In Brief

Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

Climate Control System

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. Recirculation

8. Rear Window Defogger

Black plate (15,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

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. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

6. Heated Seats (If Equipped)

7. Recirculation

8. Fan Control

9. Rear Window Defogger

10. SYNC

See Climate Control Systems on

page 8-1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-4 (If

Equipped).

In Brief 1-15

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 push the − (minus) end of the button to downshift.

See Manual Mode on page 9-29.

Black plate (16,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-16 In Brief

Vehicle Features

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.

previous or next station or track.

INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track.

See Overview on page 7-3.

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.

satellite radio tuner and a

Refer to:

www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).

See Satellite Radio on page 7-11.

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 on page 7-16.

, laptop

Black plate (17,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-17

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 (Overview) on

page 7-21 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-23 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7-26.

Steering Wheel Controls

b / g : Press to interact with the

phone or navigation system.

$ / 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.

_ or ^ to select the next or

Use previous favorite radio station, CD track, or MP3 track.

Press SRC to change between radio and CD.

Press and hold SRC to interact with the navigation system.

x −: Press + to increase or − to

decrease the volume.

See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2.

Black plate (18,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-18 In Brief

Cruise Control

upward to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.

SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease speed.

See Cruise Control on page 9-35.

Infotainment System

See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system,

1 : Press to turn the cruise control

system on and off. A white indicator light will turn on or off in the instrument cluster.

* : Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or hold

and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.

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.

1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press

and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.

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) on page 5-24.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

For vehicles with FCA, this system is intended to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a flashing visual alert and beeps when approaching a vehicle directly

Black plate (19,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-19

ahead too quickly. FCA also provides a visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely. The forward-looking FCA camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror. FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph).

See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-37.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

If equipped, LDW is intended to 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 indicator, a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane, the indicator will change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound.

@, appears green if

See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-46.

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) on page 9-43.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

If equipped, this system 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). Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information.

Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.

See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9-40.

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 on page 5-5.

Black plate (20,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-20 In Brief

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 on page 5-40.

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) on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 9-17 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-23.

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.

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.

See Sunroof on page 2-23.

Black plate (21,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-21

eAssist Features

eAssist®Overview

If the vehicle has eAssist, there are several additional features that contribute to increased efficiency.

Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. This feature saves fuel by shutting the engine off when the vehicle is stopped. When the engine shuts off automatically, all the accessories will continue to operate normally. In very hot or cold conditions, the engine will only shut off automatically part of the time. See Starting the Engine on page 9-19.

There are two air conditioning settings available. The comfort setting maximizes cabin comfort. The eco setting maximizes efficiency allowing more frequent, and longer engine stops than the comfort setting. See Dual Automatic

Climate Control System on page 8-4.

This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. See Hill Start Assist (HSA) on page 9-32.

Vehicles with eAssist have a slightly different instrument cluster, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. See Instrument Cluster on page 5-8. There is also a Power Flow display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See

Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-24.

The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is cooled with air drawn from the vehicle interior.

The cold air intake for the battery is behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Do not cover the intake. See Battery on page 10-24.

High Voltage Safety Information

Vehicles with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service.

Black plate (22,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-22 In Brief

In emergency situations, first responders can cut the two clearly labeled cut points in the engine compartment to disable the high voltage battery and air bag systems — do not cut the high voltage cable.

Driver Efficiency Gauge

For vehicles with eAssist, this gauge assists the driver in operating the vehicle more efficiently and will vary based on driver input.

See Driver Efficiency Gauge on page 5-11.

Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Feature

eAssist Automatic Start/Stop

Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. After the engine is started and has reached operating temperature, the auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn off when the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop. When the brake pedal is released, or the accelerator pedal is applied, the engine will restart. The engine will continue to run until the next auto stop.

See Starting the Engine on page 9-19.

Stop/Start System

If equipped with the 2.5L L4 engine, the vehicle has a fuel saving stop/ start system to shut off the engine to help conserve fuel.

See Starting the Engine on page 9-19.

Regenerative Braking

Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the vehicle's high voltage battery system, contributing to increased fuel efficiency.

The system works whenever the accelerator pedal is released, and increases the energy captured as more brake pedal is applied.

Black plate (23,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

In Brief 1-23

Battery

This vehicle has a standard 12-volt battery. Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new standard 12-volt battery is needed.

Vehicles with eAssist also have a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service.

For stop/start equipped vehicles, there is an auxiliary battery behind the access panel in the left rear of the trunk. This battery is for managing the stop/start auxiliary loads and is not to be used for any other purpose. See your dealer if the auxiliary battery needs service.

See Battery on page 10-24.

Service

Never try to do your own service on eAssist components. You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these high voltage components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See

Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10-3.

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.

To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak

button

g on the center stack. i

illuminates in the instrument cluster.

Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.

Black plate (24,1)

Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13

1-24 In Brief

To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold

the TCS/StabiliTrak button the center stack, until

illuminate in the instrument cluster.

Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.

See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-32.

g on

i and g

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

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 Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. 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 on page 10-55.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates 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 on page 10-12.

+ 398 hidden pages