CHEVROLET MALIBU 2002 5.G Owners Manual

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Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
The ashtray is located at the lower part of the center
of the instrument panel. To remove the ashtray for
cleaning, pull up on the metal tab and pull the bin out.
NOTICE:
Don't put papers and other things that burn
into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or
other smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
The cigarette lighter is located above the ashtray. To use
it, just push it in all the way and let go. When it's ready,
it will pop back out by itself.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
You can also swing them to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirror
Lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
(If Equipped)
This mirror is located on the passenger's side visor.
When you lift the cover, the light will turn on.

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Accessory Power Outlet
With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
CB radio.
The accessory power outlet is located to the right of
the ashtray.
The accessory power outlet is protected by a fuse and
has a maximum current level.
NOTICE:
When using accessory power outlets, be sure
to turn off any electrical equipment when not
in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods can drain the battery.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result in
blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem see your dealer for additional information
on accessory power outlets.
NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the amperage rating.

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When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
NOTICE:
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Garment Hook
Pull down on the outer ring
to use the garment hook.

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Sunroof (Option)
If your vehicle has a
sunroof, the switch is
located on the headliner
between the sun visors.
The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it can be
express
-opened all of the way.
To open the sunroof to the vent position, you must first
open the sunshade by hand. Then push the switch back
and release it.
To fully open the sunroof, push the switch back again
and release it.In both the vent and fully open positions, the air flow
can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and
holding the switch forward until the sunroof is in the
desired position.
To close the sunroof, push the switch forward and hold
it until the sunroof is closed. The sunroof will stop if the
switch is released during operation. Remember to close
the sunshade by hand.
The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed
if your vehicle has an electrical failure.
NOTICE:
Do not attempt to force the sunshade forward of
the sliding glass panel. Damage will occur and the
sunroof may not open or close properly.

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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Window Defogger Vents
B. Vent Outlets
C. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
D. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped)
E. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
F. Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped)
G. Instrument Panel Cluster
H. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
I. Ignition Switch
J. Hazard Warning Flashers Button
K. Instrument Panel Fuse BlocksL. Instrument Panel Cupholder
M. Remote Trunk Release Button
N. Hood Release
O. Tilt Wheel Lever
P. Parking Brake
Q. Horn
R. Audio System
S. Cigarette Lighter
T. Ashtray
U. Accessory Power Outlet
V. Climate Control System

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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how
fast you're going, how much fuel you're using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically.
Your vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are
explained on the following pages.
United States version shown, Canada similar

2-55 Speedometer and Odometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both
miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been
driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or
kilometers (used in Canada).
Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer.
The digital odometer will read 999,999 if someone
tries to turn it back.
You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a
new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the
mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if
it can't, then it's set at zero and a label must be put on
the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when
the new odometer was installed.Trip OdometerThe trip odometer can
tell you how far you
have driven since you
last reset it.
The reset button is located next to the trip odometer.
To reset the trip odometer to zero, press and hold the
reset button for one or two seconds. Also, by pressing
this button, you can toggle between the odometer and
the trip odometer.

2-56 Tachometer
The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm).
NOTICE:
Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area,
or engine damage may occur.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages that
may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you
locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an
expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
your warning lights and gages could also save you or
others from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you
will see in the details on the next few pages, some
warning lights come on briefly when you start the
engine just to let you know they're working. If you are
familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed
when this happens.

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Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of your vehicle's functions. Often gages and
warning lights work together to let you know when
there's a problem with your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows
there may be a problem, check the section that tells you
what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice.
Waiting to do repairs can be costly
-- and even
dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights
and gages. They're a big help.
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will
come on for about eight seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt is
already buckled.
The safety belt light will
also come on and stay on
for about 20 seconds,
then it will flash for
about 55 seconds.
If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime
nor the light will come on.