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2006 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-32 Airbag System ...1-55 Restraint System ... the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-39 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Bulb Replacement ...5-47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-107 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance...
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-32 Airbag System ...1-55 Restraint System ... the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-39 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Bulb Replacement ...5-47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-107 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance...
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... can remove the key. It also locks your electrical accessories, and to where the key returns after you can use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is in the ignition. A warning chime will return to the ON position for normal driving. 2-23 See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page...
... can remove the key. It also locks your electrical accessories, and to where the key returns after you can use things like the radio and windshield wipers while the engine is in the ignition. A warning chime will return to the ON position for normal driving. 2-23 See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page...
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... ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Windshield Washer ...3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer (MAXX Model) ...3-10 Cruise Control ...3-11 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ...3-16 Headlamps Off in PARK (P) ...3-16 Delayed Headlamps ...3-16 Daytime...
... ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Windshield Washer ...3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer (MAXX Model) ...3-10 Cruise Control ...3-11 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ...3-16 Headlamps Off in PARK (P) ...3-16 Delayed Headlamps ...3-16 Daytime...
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See Climate Control System on page 3-9. D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-22. G. J. See Climate Control System on page 2-25. L. Side Air Outlets. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake ... 3-22. See Climate Control System on page 2-50. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-6. Hood Release. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. Center Air Outlets. S. See Horn on page 3-19. V. See Windshield Washer on page 3-7. Ignition Switch. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. T. W. Cruise Controls (If Equipped). Shift Lever...
See Climate Control System on page 3-9. D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-22. G. J. See Climate Control System on page 2-25. L. Side Air Outlets. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake ... 3-22. See Climate Control System on page 2-50. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-6. Hood Release. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. Center Air Outlets. S. See Horn on page 3-19. V. See Windshield Washer on page 3-7. Ignition Switch. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. T. W. Cruise Controls (If Equipped). Shift Lever...
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... intermittent adjust band with this symbol on the vehicles speed, as well as the manually selected delay. The windshield wipers will vary depending on it there until the windshield wipers start; Smaller bars mean the movement is more frequent. 6 (Low Speed): Move the lever up to the... frequency of the adjust band are bars, increasing in the intermittent position, turn off the windshield wipers. & (Intermittent; then let go. Windshield Wipers x (Delay): When the lever is in size from the wiper blades before using them. 3-9 To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow ...
... intermittent adjust band with this symbol on the vehicles speed, as well as the manually selected delay. The windshield wipers will vary depending on it there until the windshield wipers start; Smaller bars mean the movement is more frequent. 6 (Low Speed): Move the lever up to the... frequency of the adjust band are bars, increasing in the intermittent position, turn off the windshield wipers. & (Intermittent; then let go. Windshield Wipers x (Delay): When the lever is in size from the wiper blades before using them. 3-9 To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow ...
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...freezing weather, do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end of the stalk until the windshield is warmed. A circuit breaker will stop , but the wipers will continue to wipe for more than 15 seconds, the vehicle's ...about three cycles and will either stop or will resume the speed you release the button, the washers will turn the wipers back on the windshield, blocking your wiper motor. Otherwise the washer fluid can overload your vision. When you were using before. If the motor gets stuck...
...freezing weather, do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end of the stalk until the windshield is warmed. A circuit breaker will stop , but the wipers will continue to wipe for more than 15 seconds, the vehicle's ...about three cycles and will either stop or will resume the speed you release the button, the washers will turn the wipers back on the windshield, blocking your wiper motor. Otherwise the washer fluid can overload your vision. When you were using before. If the motor gets stuck...
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... about three times. So, do not use cruise control on a wiper setting. If your vehicle has a rear window wiper, the switch is pushed. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 3-4. Washer fluid will continue to either of the wiper settings off . {CAUTION: Press the top of about 25 mph ...(40 km/h). When the switch is one shared washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers. On such roads, fast changes in heavy traffic. Cruise control does not work at a steady speed. Cruise control can be dangerous on the ...
... about three times. So, do not use cruise control on a wiper setting. If your vehicle has a rear window wiper, the switch is pushed. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 3-4. Washer fluid will continue to either of the wiper settings off . {CAUTION: Press the top of about 25 mph ...(40 km/h). When the switch is one shared washer fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers. On such roads, fast changes in heavy traffic. Cruise control does not work at a steady speed. Cruise control can be dangerous on the ...
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... fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid. It is not as good as well because your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of the vehicle. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you are driving. On a wet... equipment in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it harder to see . Even if your windshield wiper blades are tuned for driving on dry roads. Replace your tire-to-road traction is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain ...
... fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid. It is not as good as well because your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of the vehicle. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you are driving. On a wet... equipment in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it harder to see . Even if your windshield wiper blades are tuned for driving on dry roads. Replace your tire-to-road traction is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain ...
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...at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are some things you need it done before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? The exit speed is the weather outlook along your vehicle ready for long-distance driving? Here are . Are the...any circumstances, stop and back up -to make too many miles that first part of motion. Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you are vitally important to the proper lane well in flated...
...at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are some things you need it done before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? The exit speed is the weather outlook along your vehicle ready for long-distance driving? Here are . Are the...any circumstances, stop and back up -to make too many miles that first part of motion. Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you are vitally important to the proper lane well in flated...
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... Replacement ...5-47 Halogen Bulbs ...5-47 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ...5-48 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...5-50 Replacement Bulbs ...5-51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-58 Inflation -
... Replacement ...5-47 Halogen Bulbs ...5-47 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ...5-48 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...5-50 Replacement Bulbs ...5-51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-58 Inflation -
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Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Washing Your Vehicle ...5-93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-93 Finish Care ...5-94 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-94 Aluminum Wheels ...5-95 Tires ...5-95 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-96 Finish Damage ...5-96 Underbody Maintenance ...5-96 ... (VIN) ...5-98 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-98 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-98 Headlamp Wiring ...5-99 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-99 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-99 Fuses ...5-99 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-100 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...5-102 ...
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Washing Your Vehicle ...5-93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-93 Finish Care ...5-94 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-94 Aluminum Wheels ...5-95 Tires ...5-95 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-96 Finish Damage ...5-96 Underbody Maintenance ...5-96 ... (VIN) ...5-98 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-98 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-98 Headlamp Wiring ...5-99 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-99 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-99 Fuses ...5-99 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-100 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...5-102 ...
Owner's Manual
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..., do the following : 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the window. 2. Press the tab that holds the wiper blade to release it into place. 5. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the windshield. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for the other...
..., do the following : 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the window. 2. Press the tab that holds the wiper blade to release it into place. 5. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the windshield. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for the other...
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...powder and water solution. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may be obtained from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their toll over a period of years. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to remove residue from ...it . replace blades that look worn. 5-94 Grime from your vehicle. The vehicle has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is rinsed with water. GM-approved cleaning products can damage the vehicle's finish if they remain on the blade or...
...powder and water solution. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may be obtained from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their toll over a period of years. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to remove residue from ...it . replace blades that look worn. 5-94 Grime from your vehicle. The vehicle has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is rinsed with water. GM-approved cleaning products can damage the vehicle's finish if they remain on the blade or...
Owner's Manual
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... located on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can be used to a heavy load the window will stop until the motor cools. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker in the motor, and a fuse in your vehicle that has the same amperage. Fuses The wiring circuits in..., if it as soon as you can borrow one in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will open, protecting the circuit until the motor cools. If you replace a bad fuse with a new one for each headlamp, in the trunk. It ...
... located on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can be used to a heavy load the window will stop until the motor cools. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker in the motor, and a fuse in your vehicle that has the same amperage. Fuses The wiring circuits in..., if it as soon as you can borrow one in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will open, protecting the circuit until the motor cools. If you replace a bad fuse with a new one for each headlamp, in the trunk. It ...
Owner's Manual
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...® System Not Used Airbag System Climate Control System Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Ignition Switch Not Used Not Used Audio System Fuses REAR WIPER Usage Rear Wiper System/ Washer Pump Climate Control System Automatic Door Lock System POWER MIRRORS Power Mirrors HVAC...(IGN) Climate Control System HVAC BLOWER DOOR LOCK Sunroof, Heated Seats, Automatic Dimming Rearview ROOF/HEAT SEAT Mirror, Compass, Rear Wiper/ Washer System POWER WINDOWS NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED AIRBAG (BATT) FUSE PULLER SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER ...
...® System Not Used Airbag System Climate Control System Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Ignition Switch Not Used Not Used Audio System Fuses REAR WIPER Usage Rear Wiper System/ Washer Pump Climate Control System Automatic Door Lock System POWER MIRRORS Power Mirrors HVAC...(IGN) Climate Control System HVAC BLOWER DOOR LOCK Sunroof, Heated Seats, Automatic Dimming Rearview ROOF/HEAT SEAT Mirror, Compass, Rear Wiper/ Washer System POWER WINDOWS NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED AIRBAG (BATT) FUSE PULLER SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER ...
Owner's Manual
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... Left Headlamp Low-Beam Horn Right Headlamp Low-Beam Front Fog Lamps Left Headlamp High-Beam Right Headlamp High-Beam Powertrain Control Module (Batt) Windshield Wiper Anti-lock Brake System Powertrain Control Module (IGN 1) Cooling Fan 1 Fuses 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 (DIODE)...) 47 Cooling Fan 2 Run Relay IBCM 1 IBCM (R/C) Usage Rear Electrical Center 1 Rear Electrical Center 2 Anti-lock Brake System IBCM 2 Starter Windshield Wiper Electric Power Steering Transmission Control Module Ignition Module Fuel Injectors Intake Tuning Valve Brake Lamp Diagnostic Daytime Running Lamps 5-103
... Left Headlamp Low-Beam Horn Right Headlamp Low-Beam Front Fog Lamps Left Headlamp High-Beam Right Headlamp High-Beam Powertrain Control Module (Batt) Windshield Wiper Anti-lock Brake System Powertrain Control Module (IGN 1) Cooling Fan 1 Fuses 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 (DIODE)...) 47 Cooling Fan 2 Run Relay IBCM 1 IBCM (R/C) Usage Rear Electrical Center 1 Rear Electrical Center 2 Anti-lock Brake System IBCM 2 Starter Windshield Wiper Electric Power Steering Transmission Control Module Ignition Module Fuel Injectors Intake Tuning Valve Brake Lamp Diagnostic Daytime Running Lamps 5-103
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Relays 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 48 Cooling Fan 1 Usage Cooling Fan Mode Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Starter Run/Crank, Ignition Powertrain Air Conditioning Clutch High-Beam Headlamps Front Fog Lamps Horn Low-Beam Headlamps Windshield Wiper 1 Windshield Wiper 2 Daytime Running Lamps Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the rear cargo area. 5-104 Access the fuse block through the trunk panel on the driver's side of the vehicle.
Relays 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 48 Cooling Fan 1 Usage Cooling Fan Mode Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Starter Run/Crank, Ignition Powertrain Air Conditioning Clutch High-Beam Headlamps Front Fog Lamps Horn Low-Beam Headlamps Windshield Wiper 1 Windshield Wiper 2 Daytime Running Lamps Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the rear cargo area. 5-104 Access the fuse block through the trunk panel on the driver's side of the vehicle.
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... Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Spark Plugs 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Windshield Wiper Blades Driver's Side - 22.0 inches (55.0 cm) Passenger's Side - 19.6 inches (50.0 cm) Rear - 18 inches (46.7 cm...
... Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Spark Plugs 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Windshield Wiper Blades Driver's Side - 22.0 inches (55.0 cm) Passenger's Side - 19.6 inches (50.0 cm) Rear - 18 inches (46.7 cm...
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... ...5-99 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-100 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-99 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...5-104 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-99 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Battery ...5-42 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...3-41 Coolant ...5-26...Tire ...5-71 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-72 Flat Tire, Storing ...5-82, 5-84, 5-86 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...5-23, 5-24 Power Steering ...5-37 Windshield Washer ...5-38 Fog Lamps ...3-18 Folding Seatback, Passenger ...1-6 Front Reading Lamps ...3-20 Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 California Fuel ...5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel ...
... ...5-99 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-100 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-99 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...5-104 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-99 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Battery ...5-42 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...3-41 Coolant ...5-26...Tire ...5-71 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-72 Flat Tire, Storing ...5-82, 5-84, 5-86 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...5-23, 5-24 Power Steering ...5-37 Windshield Washer ...5-38 Fog Lamps ...3-18 Folding Seatback, Passenger ...1-6 Front Reading Lamps ...3-20 Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 California Fuel ...5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel ...
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Fuses ...5-99 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...5-102 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-100 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...5-104 Windshield Wiper ...5-99 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-40 Fuel ...3-46 Speedometer ...3-34 Tachometer ...3-34 Garage Door Opener ...2-46 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Specifications ...5-5 Glove Box ...2-50 GM ...
Fuses ...5-99 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...5-102 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-100 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...5-104 Windshield Wiper ...5-99 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-40 Fuel ...3-46 Speedometer ...3-34 Tachometer ...3-34 Garage Door Opener ...2-46 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Specifications ...5-5 Glove Box ...2-50 GM ...