2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX battery replacement

Changes or modications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
At times you may notice a decrease in range.
This is normal for any RKE system. If the
transmitter does not work or if you have to
stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter
to work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from
your vehicle. You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps
to the left or right, hold the transmitter
higher, and try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement
is necessary. See “Battery Replacement”
underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 97.
If you are still having trouble, see your
dealer/retailer or a qualied technician
for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
The vehicle’s doors may be locked and unlocked,
and the trunk or liftgate may be opened from
about 3 feet (1 m) up to 197 feet (60 m) away
with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If your
vehicle has the remote vehicle start feature,
you can also start the vehicle’s engine with the
remote keyless entry transmitter.
Remote Keyless Entry
with Remote StartRemote Keyless Entry
without Remote Start
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V(Remote Trunk/Liftgate Release):The
trunk or liftgate will open when this button on
the transmitter is pressed and held for about
one second. You can open the sedan trunk or
the liftgate on the MAXX when the vehicle
is in PARK (P) or when the ignition is off.
L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):This button
may be used to locate your vehicle. Press and
release this button to initiate vehicle locate. The
horn will sound three times and the headlamps
and parking lamps will ash three times. Press
and hold the button for about three seconds to
initiate the panic alarm. The horn will sound and
the headlamps and parking lamps will ash for
30 seconds. Press the button again to cancel the
panic alarm.
Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded
to prevent another transmitter from unlocking
your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen,
a replacement can be purchased through your
GM dealer. Remember to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when you go to your dealer.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of four
transmitters matched to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote
keyless entry transmitter should last about
four years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter
will not work at the normal range in any location.
If you have to get close to your vehicle before
the transmitter works, it is probably time to change
the battery.
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CHECK GAS CAP:This message displays if the
fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck
the fuel cap to make sure that it is on properly.
A few driving trips with the cap properly installed
should turn the message off.
DOOR AJAR:This message displays if one or
more of the vehicle’s doors are not closed properly.
Make sure that the door is closed completely.
ENGINE DISABLED:This message displays
if the starting of the engine is disabled. Have
your vehicle serviced immediately by your
dealer/retailer.
ENG (Engine) PWR (Power) REDUCED:This
message displays to inform you that the vehicle
has reduced engine power to avoid damaging
the engine. Reduced engine power can affect the
vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message
is on, but there is no reduction in performance,
proceed to your destination. The performance
may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven.The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed
while this message is on, but acceleration
and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message
stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your
dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible.
GATE AJAR:If your vehicle has a liftgate,
this message displays when the liftgate is not
closed completely. Make sure that the liftgate
is closed completely. SeeLiftgate (MAXX)
on page 110for more information.
ICE POSSIBLE:This message displays when the
outside air temperature is cold enough to create
icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly.
KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW:This message
displays if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter battery is low. Replace the battery
in the transmitter. See “Battery Replacement”
underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 97.
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Rear Seat Entertainment System
Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat
Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system
includes a DVD player, a video display screen,
two sets of wireless headphones, and a
remote control.
This system also functions as a rear seat
audio (RSA) system. SeeRear Seat Audio (RSA)
(Without Entertainment System) on page 278
orRear Seat Audio (RSA) (With Entertainment
System) on page 280for more information.
Parental Control
The RSE system may be disabled from the
driver’s seat by pressing the power button on the
radio twice. To resume use of the RSE system
press the RSE power button.
Before You Drive
The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers
only. The driver cannot safely view the video
screen while driving and should not try to do so.The DVD system is designed to be inoperable
when the vehicle is exposed to extremely low or
high temperatures, in order to protect your system
from damage. Operate the DVD system under
normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges.
Headphones
The RSE system includes two sets of wireless
headphones.
The wireless headphones have an ON/OFF button
and a volume control. To use the headphones
press, the ON/OFF button. An indicator light on
the headphones illuminate. If the light does
not illuminate, the batteries might need to be
replaced. See “Battery Replacement” later in this
section for more information. Press the button
to turn the headphones OFF when not in use.
If the RSE system is shut off or if the headphones
are out of range of the transmitters, located
at the top of the DVD player, for more than
three minutes, the headphones shut off
automatically to save the battery power.
If you move too far forward or step out of the
vehicle, the headphones lose the audio signal.
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To adjust the volume on the wireless headphones,
use the volume control on the headphones.
Make sure that the headphones are worn correctly,
left to right, to ensure the signal is received
properly.
Notice:Do not store the headphones in heat
or direct sunlight. This could damage the
headphones and repairs will not be covered
by your warranty. Keep the headphones
stored in a cool, dry place.
MAXX vehicles with the RSE system may have
a rear seat storage compartment. Store the
headphones and the remote control in this
compartment when not in use.
The MAXX vehicles may also include two sets of
wireless headphones with foam ear pads that
can be replaced.
Foam ear pads on the rear seat headphones
can become worn or damaged. The headphone
foam ear pads can become damaged if they
are not handled or stored properly. If the
headphone foam ear pads do become damaged
or worn out, the foam pads can be replaced
separately from the headphone set. It is not
necessary to replace the complete headphone set.The headphone replacement foam ear pads can
be ordered in pairs. See your dealer/retailer
for more information.
If there is a decreased audio signal during CD
or DVD play, there could be a low hissing
noise through the speakers and/or headphones.
If the hissing sound in the wireless headphones
seems excessive, make sure that the headphone
batteries are fully charged. Some amount of
hissing is normal.
Battery Replacement
To change the batteries, do the following:
1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment
door located on the left side of the headphone
earpiece.
2. Replace the two AAA batteries in the
compartment. Make sure that they are
installed correctly using the diagram on
the inside of the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment door and
tighten the screw.
If the headphones are to be stored for a long
period of time, remove the batteries, and keep
them in a cool, dry place.
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Stopping and Resuming Playback
To stop playing a disc, press and release
the
c/Z(stop) button on the DVD player
faceplate or the remote control.
To resume playback, press the
k(play/pause)
button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote
control. The movie should resume play from
where it was last stopped if the disc has not been
ejected or the stop button has not been pressed
twice on the remote control.
If the disc has been ejected or if the stop button
has been pressed twice on the remote control,
press the
k(play) button once to resume play
at the beginning of the disc. A resume symbol
appears momentarily on the video screen.
When the resume symbol is displayed, press
the
k(play) button again to resume playback
from where the disc last stopped.
Ejecting a Disc
Press thec/Z(eject) button, on the DVD
player or the remote control, to eject the disc.If a disc is ejected from the player, but not
removed, the DVD player reloads the disc after
a short period of time. The disc is stored in
the DVD player. The DVD player does not
resume play of the disc automatically.
Remote Control
To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter
window on the DVD player and press the desired
button. Direct sunlight or very bright light could
affect the ability of the transmitter to receive signals
from the remote control. If the remote control does
not seem to be working, the batteries might need
to be replaced. See “Battery Replacement” later
in this section. Objects blocking the line of sight
affects the function of the remote control.
Notice:Do not store the remote control in
heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the
remote control and it would not be covered
by your warranty. Keep the remote control
stored in the rear seat armrest when not in use.
If your vehicle is the Malibu MAXX, your vehicle
may have a rear seat storage compartment.
Store the headphones and the remote control in
this compartment when not in use.
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Title:Move between DVD titles by using the
remote control arrow buttons.
Chapter:Move between DVD chapters by
using the remote control arrow buttons.
Time Search:The user can jump to different
areas of a DVD by using the remote control
arrow and
r(enter) buttons to select a
specic time position.
Favorite Track Selection (FTS):You can
program the unit to play only your favorite track
selections from a DVD or Audio CD. For a
DVD, FTS is accessed from the Menu bar.
For a CD, the FTS screen displays immediately
when the CD is inserted. From the screen, choose
the tracks on the CD that you wish to store,
using the remote control right and left arrows and
the
rbutton to select. The player remembers
the selections and each time the CD is inserted
in the player, only those tracks are played, if FTS
is turned on. The player can remember selections
for up to 50 discs. To remove FTS for a disc,
the disc must be in the player and the highlighted
tracks must be de-selected. Use the right and
left arrow buttons and the
rbutton or select
CLEAR ALL on the display.Not all DVDs support all of the feature defaults
in the setup menus. In the event a feature is
not supported, defaults are provided by the
DVD media.
Exit the setup menu by pressing the
q(return)
button on the remote control. If changes are made
to the setup menu, the DVD resumes play from
the beginning.
Battery Replacement
To change the remote control batteries, do the
following:
1. Unclip the battery door located on the back
of the remote control.
2. Replace the two AA batteries. Make sure that
they are installed correctly, using the diagram
on the inside of the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery door.
If the remote control is to be stored for a long
period of time, remove the batteries and keep
them in a cool, dry place.
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Service........................................................ 344
Accessories and Modications................... 344
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 345
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 345
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.......................................... 346
Fuel............................................................. 346
Gasoline Octane........................................ 346
Gasoline Specications.............................. 347
California Fuel........................................... 347
Additives................................................... 347
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 348
Filling the Tank......................................... 349
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 351
Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 352
Hood Release........................................... 352
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 354
Engine Oil................................................. 359
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 362
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 364
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(2.2L L4 and 3.5L V6 Engines).............. 365Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(3.9L V6 Engine).................................... 366
Engine Coolant.......................................... 368
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap............ 371
Engine Overheating................................... 371
Overheated Engine Protection Operating
Mode (3.5L V6 and 3.9L V6 Engines).... 373
Cooling System......................................... 374
Power Steering Fluid................................. 379
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 380
Brakes...................................................... 381
Battery...................................................... 384
Jump Starting............................................ 385
Bulb Replacement....................................... 389
Halogen Bulbs........................................... 389
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps....................................... 390
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps............................... 392
License Plate Lamp................................... 393
Replacement Bulbs................................... 394
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement....... 394
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
341