Chevrolet 2000 Malibu Manual do Proprietário

viiiVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.In the no

2-37Interior LampsInstrument Panel Intensity ControlYou can brighten or dim the instrument panel clusterlights by turning the switch,located on the in

2-38To reactivate the interior lamps, either:the ignition must be turned on,the activated lamp switch must be turned off andthen on,a door must be ope

2-39Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped)This selector switch is located on the armrest of thedriver’s door. Move this switch to the left or right

2-40Storage CompartmentsGlove BoxTo open, pull the handle to the left and pull the gloveboxdoor down until it stops and is fully open.Instrument Panel

2-41Convenience Net (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see itjust inside the back wall of the trunk.Put small loads, like gr

2-42Sun VisorsTo block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side.Visor Vanity MirrorLift the cover to expose the v

2-43Garment HookPull down on the outer ringto use the garment hook.Sunroof (If Equipped)Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent position.To use

2-44The Instrument Panel - Your Information System

2-45The main components of your instrument panel are:A. Instrument Panel Brightness ControlB. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped)C. Turn Signal Multifunctio

2-46Instrument Panel ClusterYour vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar. It includes indicator warning lights and gages that areexp

ixFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBURNSAVOIDSPARKS OR

2-47Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows ho

2-48TachometerThe tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutionsper minute (rpm).NOTICE:Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area,or engine

2-49When one of the warning lights comes on and stays onwhen you are driving, or when one of the gages showsthere may be a problem, check the section

2-50CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light stays on after youstart your vehicle, it means the air bag systemmay not be working properly. The air bags

2-51Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part canstill work

2-52Anti-Lock Brake System Warning LightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, this light will come on when you turnyour ignition on or startyour engine and

2-53Low Coolant Warning LightThis light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on.If this light comes on and stays on, the vehicle should prompt

2-54NOTICE:If you keep driving your vehicle with this lighton, after a while, your emission controls may notwork as well, your fuel economy may not be

2-55If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following.If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to d

2-56Emissions Inspection and Maintenance ProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission contro

Fora More Detailed Look at What's Under the HoodSee Section 6Tire PressureSee Section 6Service Station GuideOil ViscosityE

2-57NOTICE:Damage to your engine from neglected oilproblems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.Check Oil LightYou will have a CHECKOIL

2-58Cruise Light (If Equipped)The CRUISE light comeson whenever you set yourcruise control.Low Washer LightThe LOW WASH light willcome on briefly when

2-59Fuel GageUnited States CanadaYour fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. Wh

3-3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with yo

3-2Comfort ControlsThis section tells you how to make your air system workfor you.With this system, you can control the ventilation andheating in your

3-3BI-LEVEL : In this position the air comesthrough the instrument panel outlets and through thefloor outlets. Set the center control knob to thetempe

3-4Air ConditioningThe air conditioner and heater work best if you keepyour windows closed while using them. Your vehiclealso has the flow-through ven

3-5Defogging and Defrosting WindowsYour system has two settings for clearing the front andside windows. For each setting, adjust the temperaturecontro

3-6Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)The rear window defoggeruses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.Press the defogger switch. The indi

3-7Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater anddefroster will work far

1-1-1Section 1Seats and Seat RestraintsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can

3-8AM-FM StereoPlaying the RadioVOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off andcontrols the volume. To increase volume and turn theradio on, turn th

3-95. Press one of the four numbered buttons, within fiveseconds. Whenever you press that numbered button,the station you set will return.6. Repeat th

3-10AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Playerand Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on ando

3-11SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds,and SCAN will appear in the display. Use SCAN tolisten to stations for a few seconds. The radio

3-12Push these knobs back into their stored positions whenyou’re not using them.AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose presetbass and treble equ

3-13The player automatically senses the cassette for metal orCrO2 and sets the pre-emphasis. Anytime a tape isinserted, the top side is selected to pl

3-14TAPE AUX: Press this button to change to the tapefunction when the radio is on. The tape symbol with anarrow will appear on the display when the t

3-15AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Playerand Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on andof

3-16SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds,and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN tolisten to stations for a few seconds. The radio

3-17Push these knobs back into their stored positions whenyou’re not using them.AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose presetbass and treble equ

1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the seats -- how to adjustthem -- and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints.Manual

3-18PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow togo to the previous track if the current selection has beenplaying for less than eight seconds

3-19Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)Playing a Cassette TapeWith this option, the remote single cassette player ismounted near the bottom of t

3-20PROG: Press this button on the remote cassette playerto go from one side of the tape to the other.CD/AUX: After a cassette tape and a CD have been

3-21Activating the Theft-Deterrent FeatureThe instructions which follow explain how to enter yoursecret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It isre

3-22Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After aPower LossEnter your secret code as follows; pause no more than15 seconds between steps:1. Turn the i

3-23To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking theTheft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier inthis section.Understanding Radio ReceptionAMThe

3-24Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damagedmechanis

3-251. Turn the ignition to ON or ACC.2. Turn the radio off.3. Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for fiveseconds. The tape symbol on the display will

4-4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’v

4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety device in yourvehicl

1-36-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)The power seat button is located on the lower left side of the driver’s seat. This button allows you to move theseat

4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death tol

4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour

4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that up. “I’ll be ca

4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andthe accelerator.

4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.

4-8Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out infront of you.You slam on the brakes. He

4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If you get too clos

4-10What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on theaccelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want itto go, and slow down.Speed limit si

4-11An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and 3 o’clock posit

4-12PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around the vehicle ah

1-4Reclining Front SeatbacksTo adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to whereyou want it. Re

4-13Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. When you are far

4-14If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off theaccelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want thevehicle to go. If you start steerin

4-15Here are some tips on night driving.Drive defensively.Don’t drink and drive.Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce theglare from headlamps b

4-16Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well becauseyour

4-17Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your brakes. Try to

4-18Driving Through Deep Standing WaterNOTICE:If you drive too quickly through deep puddles orstanding water, water can come in through yourengine’s a

4-19City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are

4-20Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof all roads. But th

4-21Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over yourshoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your“blind” spot.Once you are moving

4-22Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis,

1-5CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckleup, your safety belts can’t do their job w

4-23If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.

4-24Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

4-25Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice be

4-26If You’re Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay with yourvehicle unle

4-27CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gasto get inside. CO could overcome you and kill

4-28Towing Your Vehicle from the FrontThere are two ways to tow your vehicle from the front.To tow your vehicle with a dolly, follow these steps:1. Pu

4-295. Turn the ignition switch to ACC.6. Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL (N).7. Release the parking brake.Remember to replace the fuses once you reac

4-30Loading Your VehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight itmay properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edg

4-31CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle canbreak, and

4-32Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For example, if the

1-6Safety Belts: They’re for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safety beltsproperly. It also tells you some things you should not d

4-33If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, havi

4-34In Canada, write to:General Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre1908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7Weight of the Traile

4-35Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on theCe

4-36Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to getto know you

4-37Making TurnsNOTICE:Making very sharp turns while trailering couldcause the trailer to come in contact with thevehicle. Your vehicle could be damag

4-38On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce yourspeed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce thepossibility of engine and transaxle overheating.Pa

4-39Maintenance When Trailer TowingYour vehicle will need service more often when you’repulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for moreon thi

5-5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers5-3 Other War

5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front andrear turn signa

5-3Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up atthe side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.Jump S

1-7In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says towear safety belts. Here’s why: They work.You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do ha

5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it could cause a g

5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight

5-67. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use aremote positive (+) terminal if the ve

5-710. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) awayfrom the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just a

5-8Towing Your VehicleCAUTION:To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others:Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that isbeing towed.Never t

5-9If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay awayfrom the eng

5-10If No Steam Is Coming From Your EngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes

5-11Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure CapB. Electric Engine Cooling

5-12When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be ator above the FULL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you mayhave a leak in the radiator hoses, heater

5-13How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at the FULL COLD mark or slightly highe

Free lockout assistanceFree dead-battery assistanceFree out-of-fuel assistanceFree flat-tire changeEmergency towing1-800-CHEV-USA(For vehicles pur

1-8Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.

5-14CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil before the properc

5-151. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure capwhen the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap and upper radiator hose

5-163. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the propermixture, to the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher.4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap o

5-175. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressurecap is hand-tight.Check the level in the surge tank when the coolingsystem has cooled down.

5-18Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazardwarning flasher

5-19Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll needis in the trunk. Turn thecenter retainer nut on thecompact spare covercounterclockwise t

5-20The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wrench (B).Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire1. On vehicles equipped with

5-213. Some models are equipped with aluminum wheels.Remove the cover plate to find the wheel nuts.Carefully use the wedge end of the wheel wrench to

5-225. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fitsfirmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearestthe flat tire. Put the compact spare

5-236. Raise the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise.Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so thereis enough room for the spare tire to fit.

1-9The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...or the instrument panel ...

5-24CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel couldfall off, causing a serious accident.10. In

5-2512. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss crosssequence, as shown.CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the

5-26NOTICE:Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compactspare, you could damage the cover or the spare

5-27Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation p

5-28If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to s

6-6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel inf

6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs. You’ll get

6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about it.Be sure you h

6-4If your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (indicated on the underhood emission controllabel), it is designed to operate on

6-5Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard tofind. Never u

1-10or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest

6-6The cap is behind a hinged door on the right side of yourvehicle. To open the door, insert your finger into thefinger depression next to the fuel d

6-7When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sureyou fully install the cap. The diagnostic s

6-8Checking Things Under the HoodCAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start up andinjure you even when the engine is not running.Keep hands, clo

6-92. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift thesecondary hood release handle before lifting the hood.To make sure that the hood release handle

6-103100 V6 (CODE J) EngineWhen you open the hood, you’ll see:A. Engine Coolant Surge TankB. Power Steering Fluid ReservoirC. Engine Oil Fill CapD. En

6-11Engine OilIf the CHECK OIL lightappears on the instrumentpanel, it means you need tocheck your engine oil levelright away. For moreinformation, se

6-12The engine oil dipstick is located in front of the engine.Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes todrain back into the oil pan. If y

6-13When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll needto add at least one quart of oil. But you must use theright kind. Th

6-14What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the starburst symbol.This symbol indicates that th

6-15As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for yourvehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W-30 if it’s goingto be 0 F (-18 C) or above. These numbers o

1-11Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in anacci

6-16If none of them is true, use the long trip/highwaymaintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whi

6-17Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when toreplace the air filter.See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.CAUTION:Operating t

6-18NOTICE:We recommend you use only fluid labeledDEXRON-III, because fluid with that label ismade especially for your automatic transaxle.Damage caus

6-19What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolan

6-20Checking CoolantThe surge tank is located on the passenger’s side of theengine compartment.CAUTION:Turning the surge tank pressure cap when theeng

6-21CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hoten

6-22How to Check Power Steering FluidTurn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down,wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, thenunscr

6-23NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions foradding water.Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washerfluid.

6-24There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe reservoir might go down. The first is that the brakefluid goes down to an acceptable le

6-25CAUTION:With the wrong kind of fluid in your brakesystem, your brakes may not work well, or theymay not even work at all. This could cause acrash.

1-123. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt acrossyou very qu

6-26Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brakesqueal when the brakes are first applied or lightlyapplied. This does not mean something is w

6-27BatteryYour new vehicle comes with a maintenance freeACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, getone that has the replacement number sho

6-28Headlamps1. With the hood open and the engine off, pull thefastener out of the plastic splash shield covering thetop of the headlamp assembly and

6-295. Reconnect the wiring harness to the bulb or lamp assembly.6. Replace the lamp to its original position by carefullylining up the lamp to the mo

6-30Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement1. With the hood open and the engine off, pull thefastener out of the plastic splash shield covering thetop

6-314. Press the tab on the white bulb socket and twist itless than one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.5. Replace the lamp to its original positio

6-32Rear Exterior LampsA. Rear Turn Signal LampB. Taillamp/StoplampC. Back-Up LampTail/Stop/Turn Signal/Back-Up Lamps1. Unscrew the fastenerlocated on

6-333. Remove the three plastic wingnuts. 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose the backplate.

6-345. Carefully remove the backplate by gently pulling upon the two upper and two lower tabs.6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them from thesocket

6-35Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper BladeCheck” i

1-135. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.The lap part of the belt should be worn

6-36TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and whe

6-37Inflation -- Tire PressureThe Tire-Loading Information label, which is located onthe driver’s side rear passenger door, shows the correctinflation

6-38How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflatedsimply by looking at them

6-39After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-LoadingInformation label. Make certain that a

6-40Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire-Loading Information label.The tires installed on your vehicle wh

6-41Uniform Tire Quality GradingThe following information relates to the systemdeveloped by the United States National HighwayTraffic Safety Administr

6-42Temperature -- A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its abi

6-43CAUTION:Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.It could affect the braking and handling of

6-44Tire ChainsNOTICE:Use tire chains only where legal and only whenyou must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chainsthat are the proper size for your tire

6-45Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can.In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:AlcoholLaundry SoapBleachReducing AgentsCleani

1-14Shoulder Belt Height AdjusterBefore you begin to drive, move the shoulder beltadjuster to the height that is right for you.To move it down, squeez

6-46Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine an

6-47Cleaning the Top of the Instrument PanelUse only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones

6-48Cleaning the Outside of theWindshield and Wiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatt

6-49Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps orchemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the v

6-50Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industria

6-51Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finishshould be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrodequickly and may devel

6-52GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing clot

6-53Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel

6-54Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelect

6-55Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakersand fusi

1-15Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

6-56Instrument Panel Fuse Block-LeftFuse UsageA Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B Wipers. . . . . . . . . .

6-57Instrument Panel Fuse Block-RightFuse UsageA Instrument Panel Lights, Dimmer. . . . . . . . . . . . B Cruise Control Switches. . . . . . . . . . .

6-58Fuse UsageMaxi-Fuses1 Ignition Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Right Electrical Center-Fog Lamps, Radio,. . . . .

6-59Micro-Relays16 Air Conditioning Compressor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Not Used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-60Replacement BulbsExterior Lamps BulbHigh-Beam Headlamp 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low-Beam Headlamp 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-61Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsAir Cleaner Element AC Type A-1279C. . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF-47. . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safe

7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, oryour

7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” showswhat to have done a

7-4Part A: Scheduled Maintenance ServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working conditi

1-16Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place

Scheduled Maintenance7-5Short Trip/City DefinitionFollow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ifany one of these conditions is true for your vehi

Scheduled Maintenance7-6Long Trip/Highway DefinitionFollow this scheduled maintenance only if none of theconditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-7The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles(16

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-83,000 Miles (5 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-915,000 Miles (25 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1027,000 Miles (45 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1136,000 Miles (60 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1248,000 Miles (80 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1354,000 Miles (90 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1463,000 Miles (105 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

1-17Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You can be seriously

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1575,000 Miles (125 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1687,000 Miles (145 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1796,000 Miles (160 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-18100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued)– When doing frequent trailer towing.– Uses such as found in taxi, poli

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-19The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-207,500 Miles (12 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2130,000 Miles (50 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2250,000 Miles (83 000 km)Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly drivenunder on

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2360,000 Miles (100 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2475,000 Miles (125 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

i2000 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's ManualLitho in U.S.A.Part Number 22619478 A First Edition© Copyright General Motors Corporation 1999All Rights Re

1-18Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash, you wouldn’t h

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2597,500 Miles (162 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-26150,000 Miles (240 000 km)Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,whi

7-27Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specified to helpensu

7-28At Least Twice a YearRestraint System CheckMake sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and ancho

7-29Starter Switch CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or others could beinjured. Follow the s

7-30Ignition Transaxle Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. Thekey

7-31Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a year (for instan

7-32Throttle System InspectionInspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts asneeded. Replac

7-33Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be obtained from yo

7-34Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in theboxes

1-19To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out

7-35Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-36Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-37Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-38Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

8-8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how

8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns withthe sales tr

8-3STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot beresolved by the dealership without further help

8-4The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus tosettle automotive disputes regarding v

8-5CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3777 (English)1-

8-6Chevrolet Roadside Assistance ProgramTo enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customersatisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce theestablis

1-20The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a

8-7Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customersneeding warranty service. Courtesy Transportation willbe offered in conjunction with the cove

8-8Courtesy TransportationChevrolet has always exemplified quality and value inits offering of motor vehicles. To enhance yourownership experience, we

8-9Courtesy Rental VehicleWhen your vehicle is unavailable due to overnightwarranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provideyou with a courtesy ren

8-10REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE UNITED STATESGOVERNMENTIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or could cause injury

8-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORSIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll no

8-12CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 2000 CHEVROLETSERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmission, axle, sus

8-13PUBLICATION FORMNUMBEROrders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postalservice. If further information is nee

1-21CAUTION:Air bags inflate with great force, faster than theblink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflatingair bag, as you would be if you were

1-22There is an air bag readinesslight on the instrumentpanel, which shows the air bag symbol.The system checks the air bag electrical system formalfu

1-23The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and an airbag, t

1-24When should an air bag inflate?An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severefrontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflateonl

1-25What will you see after an air bag inflates?After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the a

1-26NOTICE:If you damage the covering for the driver’s or theright front passenger’s air bag, the bag may notwork properly. You may have to replace th

1-27Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rearseat are hu

iiTable of ContentsKeys and Door LocksRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) SystemTrunk ReleaseAutomatic Transmission Parking BrakeWindowsTilt WheelTurn Signal/M

1-28If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt thelatch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.Pull up on the latch plate to make su

1-29The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bone

1-30Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide addedsafety belt comfort for children w

1-312. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert the two edges o

1-324. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions”earlier in this section. Make sure that the

1-33Lap BeltWhen you sit in the center seating position, you have alap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the beltlonger, tilt the latch pla

1-34ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! That includesinfants and all children smaller than adult size. Neitherthe distance traveled nor th

1-35CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint will say whether

1-36CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby will become soh

1-37Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided byappropriate restraints.Q: What are

iiiSection 3Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsSection 4Your Driving and the RoadSection 5Table of Contents (cont'd)Braking/Anti-lock Brakes Tr

1-38A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed for infants of up

1-39A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed tohe

1-40A booster seat (F) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four

1-41CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s air bag inflates. This is because

1-42Anchor the top strap to this bracket. Once you have thetop strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the childrestraint itself.Securing a Child Re

1-43Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the child restraint

1-444. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. If you’re usinga forward-facing child restraint, y

1-451. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latchplate and pulling it along the belt.2. Put the restraint on the seat.3. Run the vehicle’s

1-46To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ssafety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or largerchild passenger.Securing a C

1-47Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the child restraint

ivFuelChecking Fluids and LubricantsBulb ReplacementWindshield Wiper Blade ReplacementTires and WheelsAppearance CareElectrical System/Fuses and Circu

1-485. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push d

1-49Accident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use thesafety belts properly.Children wh

1-50CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If the child wears

1-51Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, yourd

2-2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,shif

2-2KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injured or even kille

2-3One key is used for theignition and all other locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has a bar-codedkey tag. This tag may be removed by you

2-4Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- can easilyopen the doors and fall out. When a door islocked,

2-5Power Door Locks (If Equipped)With the power door locks,you can unlock or lock allof the doors of your vehiclefrom the driver or frontpassenger doo

2-6The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened fromthe inside when this feature is in use. If you want toopen a rear door when the security lock i

vTable of Contents (cont'd)Customer Assistance InformationIn the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manu

2-7Keyless Entry System (Option)If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlockyour doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m)up to

2-8OperationThe following functions are available with the keylessentry system:LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when theLOCK button on the tran

2-9Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your transmitter shouldlast about two years.You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter

2-10ResynchronizationYour keyless entry system is equipped with a securitysystem that prevents anyone from recording and playingback your signal. The

2-11Remote Trunk ReleasePress the remote trunkrelease button, located onthe lower left side of theinstrument panel, to releasethe trunk lid.Make sure

2-12TheftVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know that nothing

2-13PasslockYour vehicle is equipped with the Passlocktheft-deterrent system.Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlockenables fuel if the

2-14Ignition PositionsWith the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turnthe switch to four positions.OFF (A): Before you put the key in the ig

2-15Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s asafety feature. To r

2-16NOTICE:Your engine is designed to work with theelectronics in your vehicle. If you add electricalparts or accessories, you could change the waythe

viGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name MALIBU are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.This

2-17To Use the Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The engine coolant heater cord is located

2-18Automatic Transaxle OperationInstrument Panel Cluster Display ShownThe gear positions are shown on the instrument panelcluster and on the center c

2-19Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransaxle shift lock control. You have to appl

2-20AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing,and you’re:Going less than 35 mph (56 km/h), push

2-21FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power(but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You canuse it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or

2-22Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake,hold the regular brake pedaldown with your right foot.Push down the parkingbrake pedal with your leftfoot. I

2-23Shifting Into PARK (P)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firm

2-24Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine RunningCAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could movesudd

2-25Shifting Out of PARK (P)Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lockcontrol. You have to apply your regular brake beforeyou can shift from P

2-26Engine ExhaustCAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see orsmell. It can cause unconsciousness

viiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo this, it will

2-27CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly set. Your vehicle c

2-28Auto-Down SwitchThe driver’s window switch has an auto-down feature.This switch is labeled AUTO. Push the switch rearwardpartway, and the driver’s

2-29Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes your:Turn Signal and Lane Change IndicatorHeadlamp High/L

2-30As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.I

2-31For a single wiper cycle, push the stalk down to MIST, then release it. For more cycles, hold the stalkdown longer.For steady wiping at low speed,

2-32When you release the button, the washers will stop, butthe wipers will continue to wipe for about three cyclesand will either stop or will resume

2-33The cruise control buttons are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the cruise control OFF/ON button. Theindicator light on

2-34Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise ControlUse the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. Whenyou take your foot off the pedal, your veh

2-35Turn the turn signal lever end cap up two positions toturn on:HeadlampsParking LampsSidemarker LampsTaillampsLicense Plate LampsInstrument Panel L

2-36Automatic Light Control (ALC)When it is dark enough outside, your Automatic LightControl (ALC) will turn on your headlamps at thenormal brightness