2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX warning light

Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and
two downward (for left) positions. These positions
allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up
or down to the latched position. When the turn is
nished, the lever will return automatically.
An arrow on the
instrument panel
cluster will ash in
the direction of the
turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower
the lever until the arrow starts to ash. Hold it
there until you complete your lane change.
The lever will return by itself when you release it.
A warning chime signal will come on if you have left
your turn signal on for more than 2/3 mile (1 km).As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the
arrows ash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned
out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when
you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and
then check the fuse. SeeFuses on page 446.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to
high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever
away from you.
When the high beams
are on, a light on the
instrument panel cluster
also will be on if the
ignition is in ON.
To change the headlamps from high beam to low
beam, pull the turn signal lever toward you.
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Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime
LampsPAUTO;2
Headlamp DRL Mode DRL Mode DRL Mode ON
Parking Lamp OFF OFF ON ON
Taillamp OFF OFF ON ON
Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime
LampsPAUTO;2
Headlamp ON ON ON ON
Parking Lamp ON ON ON ON
Taillamp ON ON ON ON
Headlamps on Reminder
If you open the driver’s door and turn off the
ignition while leaving the lamps on, you will
hear a warning chime.
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)
This feature works when the ignition is ON and
it is dark outside. To turn the headlamps off when
it is dark outside but keep other exterior lights on,turn the exterior lamp control to the parking lamp
position. In this position, the parking lamps,
sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps
and instrument panel lights are on, but the
headlamps are off.
To turn on the headlamps along with the other
lamps when it is dark outside, turn the exterior
lamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position.
This feature will not work for Canadian vehicles.
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Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and
gages on your vehicle. The pictures help to
locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that
something is wrong before it becomes serious
enough to cause an expensive repair or
replacement. Paying attention to the warning
lights and gages could also save you or others
from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or
is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
As the details show on the next few pages,
some warning lights come on briey when you
start the engine just to let you know they are
working. If you are familiar with this section,
you should not be alarmed when this happens.Gages can indicate when there may be or is a
problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Often gages and warning lights work together
to let you know when there is a problem with
your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and
stays on as you are driving, or when one of
the gages shows there may be a problem, check
the section that tells you what to do about it.
Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to
do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
So please get to know your vehicle’s warning lights
and gages. They can be a big help.
Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let
you know at a glance how your vehicle is running.
You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much
fuel you’re using, and many other things you will
need to drive safely and economically.
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Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are
explained on the following pages.
United States Base version shown, Canada and SS Model Similar
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Charging System Light
The charging system
light will come on
briey when you turn
on the ignition, but
the engine is not
running, as a check to
show you it is working.
It should go out once the engine is running.
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving,
you may have a problem with the charging system.
It could indicate that you have problems with a
generator drive belt, or another electrical problem.
Have it checked right away. Driving while this
light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on,
be certain to turn off all your accessories, such
as the radio and air conditioner.
Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided
into two parts. If one part is not working, the
other part can still work and stop you. For good
braking, though, you need both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake
problem. Have your brake system inspected
right away.
United StatesCanada
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This light should come on briey when you turn
the ignition key to ON. If it does not come on then,
have it xed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
When the ignition is on, the brake system
warning light will also come on when you set
your parking brake. The light will stay on if your
parking brake does not release fully. If it stays
on after your parking brake is fully released,
it means you have a brake problem.
The Driver Information Center (DIC) may display
a BRAKE FLUID message. SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 222for more information.If the light comes on while you are driving, pull
off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that
the pedal is harder to push or the pedal may go
closer to the oor. It may take longer to stop.
Try turning off and restarting the vehicle one or
two times, if the light is still on, have the vehicle
towed for service. SeeTowing Your Vehicle
on page 330.
{CAUTION:
Your brake system may not be working
properly if the brake system warning light
is on. Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to an accident.
If the light is still on after you have pulled
off the road and stopped carefully, have
the vehicle towed for service.
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Anti-Lock Brake System
Warning Light
Your vehicle may have
the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS).
This light will come on when your engine is
started and may stay on for several seconds.
This is normal.If the light stays on, turn the ignition to off.
If the light comes on and the chime sounds when
you are driving, stop as soon as possible and
turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again
to reset the system. If the light still stays on,
or comes on again while you are driving, your
vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system
warning light is not on, you still have brakes,
but you do not have anti-lock brakes. If the regular
brake system warning light is also on, you do
not have anti-lock brakes and there is a problem
with your regular brakes. SeeBrake System
Warning Light on page 206earlier in this section.
The ABS warning light will come on briey
when you turn the ignition key to ON. This is
normal. If the light does not come on then,
have it xed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
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Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light
If your vehicle has
the Traction Control
System (TCS), this
light may come on for
the following reasons:
If you turn the system off by pressing the
TC (traction control) button located on
the center console, the light will come on
and stay on. To turn the system back on,
press the button again and the warning light
should go out.
If there is a brake system problem that is
specically related to traction control, the
TCS will turn off and the warning light
will come on.
If the traction control system warning light comes on
and stays on for an extended period of time when
the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
Traction Control System
Active Light
If your vehicle has
the Traction Control
System (TCS), this
light will come on
when the system is
limiting wheel spin.
Slippery road conditions may exist if the TCS
active light comes on, so adjust your driving
accordingly.
The light will stay on for a few seconds after
the system stops limiting wheel spin.
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