CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual

CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual MALIBU 2008 6.G CHEVROLET CHEVROLET https://www.carmanualsonline.info/img/24/8224/w960_8224-0.png CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual
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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Look for three things:
GM6094M
Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.
SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. If you are in
an area of extreme cold, where

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual Engine Oil Additives
Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended
oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM Standard
GM6094M are all you need for good performance and
engine protection.
Engine Oi

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual How to Reset the Engine Oil Life
System
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change
the engine oil and �lter based on vehicle use. Whenever
the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calc

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-14for
the location of the engine air cleaner/�lter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/�lter at th

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual 3. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/�lter.
4. Align the �lter correctly using the alignment tab.
5. Install the cover by guiding the tabs on the rim of
the top cover into the bottom hinges an

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission �uid level.
A transmission �uid leak is the only reason for �uid loss.
If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealer/reta

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual What to Use
Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and
one-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damage
aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do
not need to add anything else.

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual Checking Coolant
The engine coolant surge tank is located in the rear of
the engine compartment.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-14for
more information on location.
{CAUTION:
Turning the surg

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual {CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine.
When

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CHEVROLET MALIBU 2008 6.G Owners Manual If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
{CAUTION:
Steam from an overheated engine can burn
you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Stay away from the engine if you see or hear
steam coming from it. Tur
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