height CHEVROLET MALIBU 1998 Owners Manual

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Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt
adjuster to the height that
is right for you.
To move it down, squeeze the release button and move
the adjuster to the desired position. You can move the
adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt
guide. After you move the adjuster to where you want it,
try to move it down without squeezing the release button
to make sure it has locked into position.
Adjust the height
so that the shoulder portion of the
belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be
away from your face and neck, but not falling
off
your shoulder.
,
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a
child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These
forward-facing restraints are designed to help
protect children who are from
20 to 40 lbs.
(9 to
18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches
(66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years
of age. One type, a convertible restraint, is
designed to be used either as a rear-facing infant
seat or a forward-facing child seat.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the ignition has been off for less than two minutes,
the lamps inside your vehicle will stay
on for about
15 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition
to provide an illuminated exit.
Mirror Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
Press the switch on the lower front portion of the mirror
to turn on the lamp. Press the other side of the switch to
turn the lamp
off.
Three-Position Dome Lamp
The switch on this lamp has three positions. The ON
position will turn on the light. The DOOR position will
turn on the light whenever a door is opened. The OFF
position will shut
off the lamp completely, even when a
door is opened.
Trunk Lamp
The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk.
Battery Saver
Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feat ;
designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior
lamp (trunk, reading, footwell or
glove box) is left on when the ignition is turned
off, the
battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off
after
20 minutes. This will avoid draining the battery.
LO reactivate the interior lamps, either:
0 The ignition must be turned on,
0 The activated lamp switch must be turned off and
then on or
0 A door must be opened.
The battery saver feature will also be activated when
any door
of your vehicle is left open.
Mirrors
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
This mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjust
the angle
of the mirror, move the mirror to a position
that allows you see to out the back window.
To adjust
the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the
mirror to the windshield.
To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever
toward you to the night position.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes
are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
I prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to GM specifications.
Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if
you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear
brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear
brake drums should be removed and inspected each time
the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When
you have the front brake pads replaced, have the rear
brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc
brakes adjust for wear.
If you rarely make a moderate or
heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.
If you drive in that way, then
-- very carefully -- make a
few moderate brake stops about every
1,000 miles
(1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly.
If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your
rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by
pumping the brake pedal repeatedly while the engine is
running with the shift lever in PARK
(P).
See “Brake System Inspection” in Section 7 of this manual
under Part
C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections.”
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original
equipment
parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Chevrolet model.
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
bolts
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
dangerous.
It could affect the braking and
handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air
and make you lose control. You could have
a
collision in which you or others could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and
wheel nuts for replacement.
NOTICE: -
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for
more information.
Used Replacement Wheels
A CAUTION: I
I
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used
or
how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause an accident. If you have to replace
a
wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element
2.4L ...................... AC Type A- 1279C
3 100
...................... AC Type A- 1279C
2.4L
......................... AC Type PF-44
3100
......................... ACTypePF-47
2.4L
.......... AC Type 04 1-942 (Platinum Plug)
Gap:
0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
3 100
.......... AC Type 041 -940 (Platinum Plug)
Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Passenger’s Side
............. 19 inches (48 cm)
Driver’s Side ................ 22 inches (56 cm)
Engine Oil Filter
Spark Plugs
Windshield Wiper Blades
Vehicle Dimensions
Length ................. 190.4 inches (483.7 cm)
Width
................... 69.4 inches (176.3 cm)
Height
................... 56.4 inches (143.2 cm)
Wheelbase
................ 107 inches (27 1.9 cm)
Front Tread.
............... .59 inches (149.9 cm)
Rear Tread
............... 59.3 inches (150.5 cm)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Center Rear Passenger Position .................. 1-32
Children
.................................... 1-34
Driver Position ............................... 1 . 11
Extender
.................................... 1-47
How
to Wear Properly ......................... 1 . 1 1
Incorrect Usage
..... 1.15. 1.16. 1.17. 1.18. 1.50. 1-51
LapBelt
.................................... 1-33
Lap-Shoulder
........................... 1 . 1 1. 1-27
Larger Children
.............................. 1-49
Passenger Position
............................ 1-20
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-10
Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-30
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
............ 1-27
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-27
Reminder Light
.......................... 1.7. 2.5 1
Replacing After a Crash
........................ 1-52
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
................... 1-14
Smaller Children and Babies
.................... 1-34
WhyTheyWork
............................... 1-7
Safety Chains
.................................. 4-36
Safety Defects. Reporting
........................ 8-10
Safety Warnings and Symbols
....................... vii
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................... 7-4
Seat Adjuster
.............................. 1.2. 1-52
Seatback
Reclining Front
............................... 1-4
Seats ManualFront
................................. 1-2
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1 . 19 Power
....................................... 1-3
Rear
........................................ 1-5
Restraint Systems
.............................. 1-2
SeatControls
................................. 1-2
Securing a Child Restraint
...................... 1-42
Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................. 2-21
Service
........................................ 6-2
Bulletins. Ordering
............................ 8-12
Manuals. Ordering
............................ 8-12
Parts Identification Label
....................... 6-54
Publications. Ordering
......................... 8-12
Work. Doing Your Own
......................... 6-2
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
................... 8-12
Ordering in Canada
........................... 8-12
Service Publications
............................. 8-12
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet
......... 1-26
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-51
ShiftLever
.................................... 2-18
Shifting Automatic Transaxle
.......................... 2-18
Into Park (P) ................................. 2-23
OutofPark
.................................. 2-25
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
..................... 1-14
Signaling Turns
................................ 2-29
Sound Equipment. Adding
......... 2-15.2-16.3-22. 6-55
Specifications and Capacities
...................... 6-62
Skidding
...................................... 4-13
Spare Tire. Compact
............................. 5-32
Specifications. Engine
........................... 6-62
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