CHEVROLET MALIBU 2001 5.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: CHEVROLET, Model Year: 2001, Model line: MALIBU, Model: CHEVROLET MALIBU 2001 5.GPages: 351, PDF Size: 2.48 MB
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Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish
should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode
quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch
-up
materials available from your dealer or other service
outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected
in your dealer's body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not
removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the
underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan
and exhaust system even though they have
corrosion protection.
At least every spring, flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas
of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do
this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a
chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and
attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage
can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet
-shaped
discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into
the paint surface.
Although no defect in the paint job causes this,
Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the
surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout
condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km)
of purchase, whichever occurs first.
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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
PART NUMBERSIZEDESCRIPTIONUSAGE
99495423 in. x 25 in.Polishing Cloth ± Wax TreatedExterior polishing cloth
105017216 oz. (0.473 L)Tar and Road Oil RemoverRemoves tar, road oil and asphalt
105017316 oz. (0.473 L)Chrome Cleaner and PolishUse on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass
105017416 oz. (0.473 L)White Sidewall Tire CleanerRemoves soil and black marks from whitewalls
105021432 oz. (0.946 L)Vinyl CleanerCleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops
105042723 oz. (0.680 L)Glass CleanerRemoves dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints
1052918**8 oz. (0.237 L)Armor All ProtectantProtects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas, plastic,
rubber and vinyl
105292516 oz. (0.473 L)Multi-Purpose
Interior CleanerCleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels
and floor mats
105292916 oz. (0.473 L)Wheel CleanerSpray on and rinse with water
10529308 oz. (0.237 L)Capture Dry Spot RemoverAttracts, absorbs and removes soils on fabric
123457212.5 sq. ft.Synthetic ChamoisShines vehicle without scratching
1234572512 oz. (0.354 L)Silicone Tire ShineSpray on tire shine
12377964*16 oz. (0.473 L)Finish EnhancerRemoves dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants
12377966*16 oz. (0.473 L)Cleaner WaxRemoves light scratches and oxidation and protects finish
12377984*16 oz. (0.473 L)Surface CleanerRemoves contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. * For exterior use only.
See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index. ** Not recommended for use on instrument panels.
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver's side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You'll find this label on your spare tire cover. It's very
helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:
your VIN,
the model designation,
paint information and
a list of all production options and
special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each
headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will
cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your
headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to
heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or
goes away.
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6-56 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
Look at the silver
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you
can get along without
-- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.
There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: two
instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine
compartment fuse block.
There is a fuse puller located on the engine compartment
fuse block. It can be used to easily remove fuses from
the fuse block.Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
blocks are located at each
end of the instrument panel.
To access the fuses, open
the fuse panel door by
pulling out.
To reinstall the door, insert the hooks at the front end
first, then push the door into the instrument panel to
secure it.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block-Driver's Side
Fuse Usage
A Wipers
B Trunk Release and Remote
Lock Control
C Turn Signals
D Power Mirrors
E Air BagFuse Usage
F Body Function Control Module
G Powertrain Control Module
H Door Locks
J Body Function Control
Module/Cluster
MICRO RELAY
TRUNK RELRemote Trunk Release
CIRCUIT BRKR
PWR SEATSPower Seats
MICRO RELAY
DR UNLOCKDoor Locks
MICRO RELAY
DR LOCKDoor Locks
MICRO RELAY
DRIVERS
DR UNLOCKDoor Locks
STOP LPS Stoplamps
HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps
IPC/HVAC
BATTCluster, Climate Control
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block-Passenger's SideFuse Usage
A Instrument Panel Lights, Dimmer
B Cruise Control Switches
C Climate Control System
D Cruise Control
E Fog Lamps
F Interior Lamps, Body Function
Control Module
G Radio
H Sunroof
CIRCUIT BRKR
PWR WNDWSPower Windows
MICRO RELAY
FOG LPSFog Lamps
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment, near the engine
air cleaner/filter.
Maxifuse Usage
1 Ignition Switch
2 Right Electrical Center
-Fog
Lamps, Radio, Body Function
Control Module, Interior Lamps
3 Left Electrical Center
-Stoplamps,
Hazard Lamps, Body Function
Control Module, Cluster, Climate
Control System
4 Anti
-Lock Brakes
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Maxifuse Usage
5 Ignition Switch
6 Not Used
7 Left Electrical Center
-Power
Seats, Power Mirrors, Door Locks,
Trunk Release and Remote
Lock Control
8 Cooling Fan #1
Mini Relay Usage
9 Rear Defog
10 Not Used
11 Not Used
12 Cooling Fan #1
13 HVAC Blower (Climate Control)
14 Cooling Fan #2
15 Cooling Fan
Mirco Relay Usage
16 Air Conditioning Compressor
17 Not Used
18 Fuel PumpMirco Relay Usage
19 Automatic Light Control
20 Automatic Light Control
21 Horn
22 Daytime Running Lamps
Minifuse Usage
23
- 32Spare Fuse Holder
33 Rear Defog
34 Accessory Power Outlets,
Cigar Lighter
35 Generator
36 Not Used
37 Air Conditioning Compressor,
Body Function Control Module
38 Automatic Transaxle
39 Powertrain Control
Module, Ignition
40 Anti
-Lock Brakes
41 Ignition System
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Minifuse Usage
42 Back
-Up Lamps, Brake Transaxle
Shift Interlock Control
43 Horn
44 Powertrain Control Module
45 Parking Lamps
46 Climate Control System
47 Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain
Control Module, Exhaust Gas
Recirculation, Heated O
2 Sensor
48 Fuel Pump Injectors
49 Not Used
50 Right Headlamp
51 Left Headlamp
52 Cooling Fan
53 HVAC Blower (Climate Control)
54 Not Used
55 Cooling Fan #2 Ground
56 Fuse Puller
57 Not Used
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb
High
-Beam Headlamp 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low
-Beam Headlamp 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Parking/Turn 3157A or 3157NA. . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Sidemarker 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-Up/Rear Turn 3156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center High
-Mounted Stoplamp
(Interior Mounted) 912. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tail/Stoplamp 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lamps Bulb
Dome 561. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For service information on other bulbs, contact your
dealer's service department.