2022 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual
Year:
2022
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Malibu
Rating:
Table of Contents
Canadian Vehicle Owners
2
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Symbols
3
Keys
7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
8
Remote Vehicle Start
14
Door Locks
15
Power Door Locks
17
Delayed Locking
17
Automatic Door Locks
18
Lockout Protection
18
Vehicle Alarm System
20
Immobilizer
22
Convex Mirrors
22
Power Mirrors
23
Folding Mirrors
23
Heated Mirrors
23
Interior Rearview Mirrors
24
Manual Rearview Mirror
24
Power Windows
24
Seat Adjustment
30
Power Seat Adjustment
31
Reclining Seatbacks
31
Lumbar Adjustment
33
Memory Seats
33
Rear Seat Armrest
39
Buckle To Drive
40
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
41
Lap-Shoulder Belt
43
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
45
Seat Belt Extender
45
Safety System Check
45
Seat Belt Care
45
Where Are the Airbags?
48
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
49
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
50
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
50
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
50
Passenger Sensing System
51
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
54
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
55
Airbag System Check
55
Older Children
56
Infants and Young Children
57
Child Restraint Systems
59
Where to Put the Restraint
61
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
62
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
68
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
68
Glove Box
73
Cupholders
73
Center Console Storage
73
Cargo Tie-Downs
74
Steering Wheel Adjustment
76
Steering Wheel Controls
76
Heated Steering Wheel
76
Horn
76
Windshield Wiper/Washer
76
Clock
77
Power Outlets
78
Instrument Cluster
82
Speedometer
84
Odometer
84
Trip Odometer
84
Tachometer
85
Fuel Gauge
85
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
86
Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Cluster Only)
86
Seat Belt Reminders
87
Airbag Readiness Light
87
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
88
Charging System Light
89
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
89
Brake System Warning Light
90
Electric Parking Brake Light
91
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
91
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
91
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
92
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
92
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
92
Traction Off Light
92
StabiliTrak OFF Light
93
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
93
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (Uplevel Cluster Only)
93
Tire Pressure Light
94
Engine Oil Pressure Light
94
Low Fuel Warning Light
95
Security Light
95
High-Beam On Light
95
Lamps On Reminder
96
Cruise Control Light
96
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
96
Engine Power Messages
102
Vehicle Speed Messages
102
Exterior Lamp Controls
106
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
107
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
107
Flash-to-Pass
107
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
108
Automatic Headlamp System
108
Hazard Warning Flashers
108
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
109
Courtesy Lamps
109
Dome Lamps
109
Entry Lighting
110
Exit Lighting
111
Battery Load Management
111
Battery Power Protection
111
Overview
114
Steering Wheel Controls
115
Using the System
116
AM-FM Radio
119
HD Radio Technology
120
Radio Data System (RDS)
121
Satellite Radio
121
Radio Reception
122
Backglass Antenna
122
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
123
USB Port
123
Auxiliary Jack
125
Using the Navigation System
126
Maps
129
Navigation Symbols
130
Destination
131
Global Positioning System (GPS)
136
Vehicle Positioning
136
Problems with Route Guidance
137
If the System Needs Service
137
Map Data Updates
137
Database Coverage Explanations
137
Bluetooth (Overview)
143
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
144
Teen Driver
154
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
167
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
171
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
174
Distracted Driving
174
Defensive Driving
174
Impaired Driving
175
Control of a Vehicle
175
Braking
175
Steering
175
Off-Road Recovery
176
Loss of Control
177
Driving on Wet Roads
177
Hill and Mountain Roads
178
Winter Driving
178
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
179
New Vehicle Break-In
183
Ignition Positions
183
Starting the Engine
185
Stop/Start System
185
Engine Heater
186
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
187
Shifting Into Park
187
Shifting out of Park
188
Parking over Things That Burn
189
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
192
Electric Parking Brake
192
Brake Assist
193
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
206
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
206
Park Assist
207
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
208
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
209
Assistance Systems for Driving
209
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
209
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
211
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
213
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
214
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
214
Top Tier Fuel
218
Recommended Fuel (1.5L Engine)
218
Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine)
218
Prohibited Fuels
218
Fuels in Foreign Countries
219
Fuel Additives
219
Filling the Tank
219
General Towing Information
221
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
221
Trailer Towing
224
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
229
Doing Your Own Service Work
229
Hood
230
Engine Compartment Overview
232
Engine Oil
235
Engine Oil Life System
237
Automatic Transmission Fluid
237
Engine Air Filter Life System
238
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
238
Cooling System
239
Engine Overheating
242
Washer Fluid
243
Brakes
244
Brake Fluid
244
Battery - North America
245
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
247
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
248
Wiper Blade Replacement
248
Windshield Replacement
249
Halogen Bulbs
250
LED Lighting
250
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
250
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (LS and LT)
251
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps (LT and Premier)
252
High Voltage Devices and Wiring
253
Electrical System Overload
254
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
255
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
256
Tires
261
All-Season Tires
262
Winter Tires
263
Low-Profile Tires
263
Tire Sidewall Labeling
263
Tire Designations
265
Tire Terminology and Definitions
266
Tire Pressure
268
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
269
Tire Pressure Monitor System
270
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
271
Tire Inspection
274
Tire Rotation
274
When It Is Time for New Tires
275
Buying New Tires
276
Different Size Tires and Wheels
277
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
277
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
279
Wheel Replacement
279
Tire Chains
279
If a Tire Goes Flat
280
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
281
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
287
Tire Changing
287
Exterior Care
297
Interior Care
301
General Information
306
Maintenance Schedule
307
Special Application Services
312
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
315
Maintenance Replacement Parts
316
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
319
Capacities and Specifications
320
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
323
Customer Assistance Offices
325
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
325
Online Owner Center
325
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
326
Roadside Assistance Program
326
Scheduling Service Appointments
328
Courtesy Transportation Program
328
Collision Damage Repair
329
Publication Ordering Information
330
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
331
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
331
Cybersecurity
332
Event Data Recorders
333
OnStar
333
Emergency
335
Security
335
Navigation
339
Connections
339
Index_A
342
Index_B
343
Index_C
343
Index_D
344
Index_E
345
Index_F
345
Index_G
346
Index_H
346
Index_I
346
Index_J
346
Index_K
347
Index_L
347
Index_M
347
Index_N
348
Index_O
348
Index_P
348
Index_R
349
Index_S
349
Index_T
351
Index_U
351
Index_V
352
Index_W
352
FAQ about the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu Manual
What contains the 2022 Malibu manual?
The Chevrolet Malibu owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Chevrolet to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Chevrolet Malibu. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Chevrolet Malibu 2022 owner's manual:
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
- Maintenance for your Chevrolet Malibu, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
Where to download the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu Owners Manual?
The Chevrolet Malibu owner manual for the 2022 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Chevrolet Malibu year 2022 free?
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The Chevrolet Malibu (2022) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2022 is available in English.
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