flat tire CHEVROLET MALIBU 2006 6.G User Guide

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools (All MAXX Models)
{CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone.
Store all these in the proper place.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
To store the at tire and jack in the compact spare tire
compartment, do the following:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate (MAXX) on page 2-16
for more information.
2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve)
from the jack and remove the center cap from
the wheel.3. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the oor, making
sure it contacts the bolt as shown.
4. Install the bracket (D) and then the bolt
extension (A).
5. Secure the jack, bracket and bolt extension with the
wing nut (C) provided.
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6. With the valve stem up, place the tire on the
compartment oor with the rear of the tire beneath
the trim panel (tire may not lay completely at).
7. Make sure the bolt extension (A) passes through
the wheel center.
8. Remove the plug from the center hole of the oor
cover by pressing on the tabs on the bottom of
the cover.
9. Remove the yellow cap from the bolt extension.
10. Fold the rear ap of the cover up and place
the cover on top of the wheel. The extension
will come through the center hole in the cover.
11. Secure the tire and wheel with the retainer.
A. Retainer
B. Cover
C. Flat Tire
(Valve Stem Up)
D. NutE. Bolt Extension
F. Bracket
G. Jack and
Wheel Wrench
H. Bolt
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At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-54for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-72.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway
drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service
notication. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary,
rotate the tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-63.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. SeeParking Brake on page 2-33.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle
should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact
your GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
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Roadside Assistance Program
As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are
automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside
Assistance program. This value-added service is
intended to provide you with peace of mind as
you drive in the city or travel the open road. Call
Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance at1-800-CHEV-USA,
(1-800-243-8872)24 hours a day, 365 days a year
to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance
representative.
We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the
nearest service station.
Lock-out Service (identication required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will
be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain
entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement
key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest dealership
for warranty service or in the event of a
vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided
when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not
covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
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E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-98
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................5-102
Fuses........................................................5-99
Headlamp Wiring.........................................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
Coolant Heater............................................2-26
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-40
Coolant Temperature Warning Light................3-40
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-36
Oil .............................................................5-17
Oil Life System...........................................5-20
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........5-31
Overheating................................................5-29
Starting......................................................2-24
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)......................4-11
Active Light................................................3-39
Warning Light.............................................3-39Entry/Exit Lighting...........................................3-19
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................7-10
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-34
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-14
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-22
Finish Damage...............................................5-96
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-108
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-6
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-8
Flat 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...........................................5-36
Windshield Washer......................................5-38
Fog Lamps ....................................................3-18
Folding Seatback, Passenger............................. 1-8
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-20
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-8
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R
Radios..........................................................3-54
Care of Your CD and DVD Player................3-107
Care of Your CDs and DVDs .......................3-107
Radio with CD....................................3-56, 3-61
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-71
Rear Seat Audio..............................3-101, 3-103
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-55
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-55
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-105
Understanding Reception............................3-106
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover............2-51
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-14
Rear Reading Lamps......................................3-20
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-30
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)........................3-101, 3-103
Rear Seat Entertainment System.......................3-86
Rear Seat Operation.......................................1-10
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-27
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.........................3-10
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass....................................................2-41
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®.....................................................2-38Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®and Compass.................................2-39
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...........................2-38
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-38
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-39
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-5
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-6
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-76
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-73
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-51
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-15
General Motors...........................................7-15
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-71
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-72
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-24
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-27
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-33
Running the Engine While Parked.....................2-37
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Specications, Capacities...............................5-107
Speedometer..................................................3-34
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-24
Steering........................................................4-12
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.............3-105, 3-106
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column........................................... 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-50
Convenience Net.........................................2-52
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-50
Glove Box..................................................2-50
Map Pocket................................................2-50
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover.........2-51
Table.........................................................2-52
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-32
Sun Visors.....................................................2-18
Sunroof.........................................................2-53
T
Table............................................................2-52
Tachometer....................................................3-34
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps....5-50
TCS Active Light.............................................3-38
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-38
Telescopic Steering Column, Tilt Wheel................ 3-6Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-105
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-18
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-18
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-20
PASS-Key®III+ Operation.............................2-21
Throttle, Adjustable..........................................2-25
Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column.......... 3-6
Tires.............................................................5-54
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-95
Buying New Tires........................................5-64
Chains.......................................................5-70
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-72
Cleaning....................................................5-95
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-88
Different Size..............................................5-66
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-71
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-61
Inspection and Rotation................................5-63
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-76
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-76
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-73
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools................................5-82, 5-84, 5-86
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-56
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-58
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-66
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-68
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-68
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-64
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