height CHEVROLET MALIBU 1999 5.G Owners Manual

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The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on
the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies
force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely
to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt
would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go
over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the
body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or
if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
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 height adjuster to the desired position. You can move
the adjuster up just by 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.

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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.
Q:What's wrong with this?
A:The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly
as much protection this way.
CAUTION:
You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is
too loose. In a crash, you would move forward
too much, which could increase injury. The
shoulder belt should fit against your body.

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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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2-40 Battery Saver
Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature
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.
To reactivate the interior lamps, either:

the ignition must be turned on,

the activated lamp switch must be turned off and
then on or

a door must be opened.
The battery saver feature will also be activated when
any door of your vehicle is left open.
Mirrors
Inside Day/Night 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.
Manual Remote Control Mirror
The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you
can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting
in a comfortable driving position.
Adjust the driver's side
outside mirror with the
control lever on the
driver's door.
To adjust your passenger's side mirror, sit in the driver's
seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you.

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6-29 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).
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle
was designed and tested with top
-quality GM brake
parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you
don't, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you've come to expect can change in many
other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco Freedom

battery. When it's time for a new battery, we recommend
an ACDelco Freedom battery. Get one that has the
replacement number shown on the original
battery's label.

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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 vehicle.
CAUTION:
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 ªChanging a Flat Tireº in the Index for
more information.
Used Replacement Wheels
CAUTION:
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.

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Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the
air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you're not sure, ask your dealer.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element
2.4L L4 Engine AC Type A
-1279C . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3100 V6 Engine AC Type A
-1279C . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4L L4 Engine AC Type PF
-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3100 V6 Engine AC Type PF
-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs
2.4L L4 Engine AC Type
41
-942 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Platinum Plug) Gap: 0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
3100 V6 Engine AC Type
41
-940 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Platinum Plug) Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Passenger's Side 19.0 inches (48.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver's Side 22.0 inches (56.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dimensions
Length 190.4 inches (483.7 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 69.4 inches (176.3 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 56.4 inches (143.2 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheelbase 107.0 inches (271.9 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Tread 59.0 inches (149.9 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Tread 59.3 inches (150.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Safety Belt Extender 1-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Reminder Light 2-51, 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belts 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adults 1-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care 6-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center Rear Passenger Position 1-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Children 1-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver Position 1-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Extender 1-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Wear Properly 1-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Incorrect Usage 1-15, 1-16, 1-17, 1-18, 1-51, 1-52 . . . . .
Lap Belt 1-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lap-Shoulder 1-12, 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Larger Children 1-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Position 1-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Questions and Answers 1-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Comfort Guides 1-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Seat Passengers 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder Light 1-6, 2-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing After a Crash 1-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Right Front Passenger Position 1-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Smaller Children and Babies 1-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use During Pregnancy 1-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why They Work 1-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Chains 4-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Defects, Reporting 8-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Warnings and Symbols vi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scheduled Maintenance Services 7
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat Adjuster 1
-2, 1-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seatback, Reclining Front 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats
Manual Front 1
-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear 1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restraint Systems 1-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Controls 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing a Child Restraint 1-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Gear, Automatic Transaxle 2-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulletins, Ordering 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manuals, Ordering 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Identification Label 6-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Ordering 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Work, Doing Your Own 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Appearance Care 6-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Owner Publications 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . .
Ordering in Canada 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Publications 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . .
Sheet Metal Damage 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Lever 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting
Automatic Transaxle 2
-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Into Park (P) 2-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Out of Park 2-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signaling Turns 2-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Skidding 4-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .