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Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122664) - 2017 - crc - 5/23/16
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The coolant surge tank pressurecap can be removed when thecooling system, including the surgetank pressure cap and upperradiator hose, is no longer hot.
1. Turn the pressure cap slowlycounterclockwise. If a hiss isheard, wait for that to stop.Ahissmeansthereisstillsome pressure left.
2. Keep turning the cap andremove it.
1.5L L4 Turbo and 2.0L L4 Turbo
Coolant Surge Tank
1.8L L4 Hybrid Coolant
Surge Tank
3. Fill the coolant surge tank withthe proper mixture to the markpointed to on the coolantsurge tank.
4. With the coolant surge tankcap off, start the engine and letit run until the upper radiatorhose starts getting hot. Watchout for the engine cooling fan.By this time, the coolant levelinside the coolant surge tankmay be lower. If the level islower, add more of the propermixture to the coolant surge
tank until the level reaches themark pointed to on the coolantsurge tank.
5. Replace the cap tightly.
Caution
If the pressure cap is not tightly
installed, coolant loss and
possible engine damage may
occur. Be sure the cap is properly
and tightly secured.
Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an engine coolanttemperature gauge on theinstrument cluster to warn of engineoverheating. SeeEngine CoolantTe m p e r a t u r e G a u g e011 9.
If the decision is made not to lift thehood when this warning appears,get service help right away. Contactyour dealer for additionalinformation.
If the decision is made to lift thehood, make sure the vehicle isparked on a level surface.

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2. For the driver side bulb,remove the windshield washerbottle filler neck by firmlypulling it straight up and out ofthe bottle.
3. For hybrid vehicles, remove theengine air cleaner housing bygripping firmly and pullingstraight up.
4. Remove the cover from theback of the headlampassembly by turning itcounterclockwise.
5. Disconnect the electricalconnector.
6. Remove the bulb from the lampassembly by turningcounterclockwise.
7. Install a new bulb in the lampassembly.
8. Connect the electricalconnector.
9. Replace the cover from theback of the headlampassembly by turning itclockwise.
10. For the driver side, reinstall thewindshield washer bottle fillerneck by firmly pushing itstraight into the bottle. Makesure that the filler neck clipengages into the bracket onthe upper tie-bar.
11 . R e p l a c e t h e e n g i n e a i r c l e a n e rhousing by aligning the pegswith the grommets andpressing firmly down.
Front Turn Signal, Parking, and
Sidemarker Lamps
To r e p l a c e o n e o f t h e s e l a m p s :
1. For the driver side bulb,remove the windshield washerbottle filler neck by firmlypulling it straight up and out ofthe bottle.
2. For hybrid vehicles, remove theengine air cleaner housing bygripping firmly and pullingstraight up.
3. Remove the bulb socket fromthe headlamp assembly byturning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the bulb from thesocket.
5. Replace the bulb in the bulbsocket.
6. Install the bulb socket in theheadlamp assembly by turningit clockwise.
7. For the driver side, reinstall thewindshield washer bottle fillerneck by firmly pushing itstraight into the bottle. Makesure that the filler neck clipengages into the bracket onthe upper tie-bar.
8. Replace the engine air cleanerhousing by aligning the pegswith the grommets andpressing firmly down.

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Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps (LS and LT)
Trunk Deck Inboard Taillamp andBack-Up Lamp
1. Back-Up Lamp
2. Taillamp
1. Open the trunk. SeeTr u n k044.
2. Remove the push pins and pullback the trunk deck trim.
3. Remove the bulb socket byturning counterclockwise andpulling straight out.
4. Remove the bulb from thesocket.
5. Install the new bulb in the bulbsocket.
6. Install the bulb socket byturning clockwise.
7. Install the trunk deck trim.
Stoplamp/Taillamp and TurnSignal Lamp
1. Stop/Tail/Turn Signal Lamp
2. Sidemarker Lamp
Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal
and installation can cause leaks
and water intrusion which may
cause damage to the taillamp. Do
not remove the taillamp assembly
to replace a bulb. Use the trunk
opening to access the bulb.
To r e p l a c e a n y o n e o f t h e s e b u l b s :
1. Open the trunk. SeeTr u n k044.
2. Remove the push pins and pullthe trunk trim away from thetaillamp assembly.
3. Remove three hex-nuts fromeach stud.
4. Remove the lamp by pulling itstraight back.
5. Remove the bulb socket fromthe taillamp assembly byturning it counterclockwise.
6. Remove the bulb from thesocket by turning the bulbcounterclockwise one-quarterturn and pulling it straight out.

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7. Install a new bulb into thesocket.
8. Install the bulb socket into thetaillamp assembly by turning itclockwise.
9. Install the trunk trim, hex nuts,and push pins.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps (LTZ)
Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal
and installation can cause leaks
and water intrusion which may
cause damage to the taillamp. Do
not remove the taillamp assembly
to replace a bulb. Use the trunk
opening to access the bulb.
The stoplamp/taillamp and trunkdeck inboard taillamp are LEDs. Toreplace, see your dealer.
Back-Up Lamp
1. Open the trunk. SeeTr u n k044.
2. Remove the push pins and pullback the trunk deck trim.
3. Remove the bulb socket byturning counterclockwise andpulling straight out.
4. Remove the bulb from thesocket.
5. Install the new bulb in the bulbsocket.
6. Install the bulb socket byturning clockwise.
7. Install the trunk deck trim.
License Plate Lamp
To r e p l a c e o n e o f t h e s e b u l b s :
Passenger Side Shown, Driver
Side Similar
1. Push the release tab towardthe lamp assembly.
2. Pull the lamp assembly downto remove.

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3. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise to remove itfrom the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of thebulb socket.
5. Push the replacement bulbstraight into the bulb socketand turn the bulb socketclockwise to install it into thelamp assembly.
6. Push the lamp assembly backinto position until the releasetab locks into place.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior LampBulbNumber
Low-Beam andHigh-BeamHeadlamp
9005SL+
Front Turn SignalLamp and ParkingLamp (LS Only)
7444NA
Front and RearSidemarker Lamp194
Stoplamp/Taillamp/Rear Turn SignalLamp (LS and LT)
W21WLL
Back-up Lamp W16W
License Plate Lampand Deck Taillamp(LS and LT)
W5WLL
For replacement bulbs not listedhere, contact your dealer.
Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and
Wiring
{Warning
Exposure to high voltage can
cause shock, burns, and even
death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians
with special training.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not
remove, open, take apart,
or modify these components.
High voltage cable or wiring has
orange covering or labels. Do not
probe, tamper with, cut, or modify
high voltage cable or wiring.

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Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handlinginstructions on the label adhered tothe tire sealant canister (4).
Check the tire sealant expirationdate on the tire sealant canister.The tire sealant canister (4) shouldbe replaced before its expirationdate. Replacement tire sealantcanisters are available at your localdealer.
There is only enough sealant to sealone tire. After usage, the tire sealantcanister must be replaced.
Using the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit to Temporarily
Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant andcompressor kit during coldtemperatures, warm the kit in aheated environment for five minutes.This will help to inflate the tirefaster.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tireand wheel damage by driving slowlyto a level place. Turn on the hazardwarning flashers. SeeHazardWarning Flashers0166.
SeeIf a Tire Goes Flat0338forother important safety warnings.
Do not remove any objects thathave penetrated the tire.
1. Remove the tire sealantcanister (4) and compressorfrom its storage location. SeeStoring the Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit0346.
2. Remove the air only hose (10)and the power plug (9) from thebottom of the compressor.
3. Place the compressor on theground near the flat tire.
4. Attach the air only hose (10) tothe sealant canister inletvalve (1) by turning it clockwiseuntil tight.

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5. Slide the base of the tiresealant canister (3) into the sloton the top of the compressor(6) to hold it upright.
Make sure the tire valve stemis positioned close to theground so the hose willreach it.
6. Remove the valve stem capfrom the flat tire by turning itcounterclockwise.
7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2)to the tire valve stem by turningit clockwise until tight.
8. Plug the power plug (9) into theaccessory power outlet in thevehicle. Unplug all items fromother accessory power outlets.SeePower Outlets0108.
If the vehicle has an accessorypower outlet, do not use thecigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has acigarette lighter, use thecigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plugcord in the door or window.
9. Start the vehicle. The vehiclemust be running while usingthe air compressor.
10. Press the on/off button (5) toturn the tire sealant andcompressor kit on.
The compressor will injectsealant and air into the tire.
The pressure gauge (8) willinitially show a high pressurewhile the compressor pushesthe sealant into the tire. Oncethe sealant is completelydispersed into the tire, thepressure will quickly drop andstart to rise again as the tireinflates with air only.
11 . I n f l a t e t h e t i r e t o t h erecommended inflationpressure using the pressuregauge (8). The recommendedinflation pressure can be foundon the Tire and LoadingInformation label. SeeTirePressure0325.
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is on. Turn the compressor offto get an accurate pressurereading. The compressor maybe turned on/off until thecorrect pressure is reached.
Caution
If the recommended pressure
cannot be reached after
approximately 25 minutes, the
vehicle should not be driven
farther. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and
compressor kit cannot inflate the
tire. Remove the power plug from
the accessory power outlet and
unscrew the inflating hose from
the tire valve. SeeRoadside
Assistance Program0387.
12. Press the on/off button (5) toturn the tire sealant andcompressor kit off.
The tire is not sealed and willcontinue to leak air until thevehicle is driven and thesealant is distributed in the tire.
Therefore, Steps 13–21 mustbe done immediately afterStep 12.
Be careful while handling thetire sealant and compressor kitas it could be warm afterusage.
13. Unplug the power plug (9) fromthe accessory power outlet inthe vehicle.
14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2)counterclockwise to remove itfrom the tire valve stem.
15. Replace the tire valvestem cap.
16. Remove the tire sealantcanister (4) from the slot on topof the compressor (6).
17. Turn the air only hose (10)counterclockwise to remove itfrom the tire sealant canisterinlet valve (1).
18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2)clockwise onto the sealantcanister inlet valve (1) toprevent sealant leakage.
19. Return the air only hose (10)and power plug (9) back totheir original storage location.
20. If the flat tire was able to inflateto the recommended inflationpressure, remove themaximum speed label from thesealant canister and place it inahighlyvisiblelocation.
Do not exceed the speed onthis label until the damaged tireis repaired or replaced.
21. Return the equipment to itsoriginal storage location in thevehicle.
22. Immediately drive the vehicle8km(5mi)todistributethesealant in the tire.
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1. Remove the compressor fromits storage location. SeeStoring the Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit0346.
2. Remove the air only hose (10)and the power plug (9) from thebottom of the compressor.
3. Place the compressor on theground near the flat tire.
Make sure the tire valve stemis positioned close to theground so the hose willreach it.
4. Remove the valve stem capfrom the flat tire by turning itcounterclockwise.
5. Attach the air only hose (10) tothe tire valve stem by turning itclockwise until tight.
6. Plug the power plug (9) into theaccessory power outlet in thevehicle. Unplug all items fromother accessory power outlets.SeePower Outlets0108.
If the vehicle has an accessorypower outlet, do not use thecigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has acigarette lighter, use thecigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plugcord in the door or window.
7. Start the vehicle. The vehiclemust be running while usingthe air compressor.
8. Press the on/off button (5) toturn the tire sealant andcompressor kit on.
The compressor will inflate thetire with air only.
9. Inflate the tire to therecommended inflationpressure using the pressuregauge (8). The recommendedinflation pressure can be foundon the Tire and LoadingInformation label. SeeTirePressure0325.
The pressure gauge (8) mayread higher than the actual tirepressure while the compressoris on. Turn the compressor offto get an accurate pressure
reading. The compressor maybe turned on/off until thecorrect pressure is reached.
Caution
If the recommended pressure
cannot be reached after
approximately 25 minutes, the
vehicle should not be driven
farther. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and
compressor kit cannot inflate the
tire. Remove the power plug from
the accessory power outlet and
unscrew the inflating hose from
the tire valve. SeeRoadside
Assistance Program0387.
10. Press the on/off button (5) toturn the tire sealant andcompressor kit off.
Be careful while handling thecompressor as it could bewarm after usage.
11 . U n p l u g t h e p o w e r p l u g ( 9 ) f r o mthe accessory power outlet inthe vehicle.

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12. Turn the air only hose (10)counterclockwise to remove itfrom the tire valve stem.
13. Replace the tire valvestem cap.
14. Return the air only hose (10)and power plug (9) back totheir original storage location.
15. Return the equipment to itsoriginal storage location in thevehicle.
The tire sealant and compressor kithas accessory adapters located in acompartment on the bottom of itshousing that can be used to inflateair mattresses, balls, etc.
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
To a c c e s s t h e t i r e s e a l a n t a n dcompressor kit:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTr u n k044.
2. Lift the cover.
3. Turn the wing nutcounterclockwise to remove thetire sealant and compressorkit bag.
4. Remove the tire sealant andcompressor kit from the bag.
To s t o r e t h e t i r e s e a l a n t a n dcompressor kit, reverse the steps.
Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
1. Jack
2. Wrench
3. Tow Hook (If Equipped)
4. Extension Bolt
5. Insulator Pad
To a c c e s s t h e s p a r e t i r e a n d t o o l s :
1. Open the trunk.
2. Remove the spare tire cover.