2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU battery replacement

Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex.
Its many parts have to be of top quality and work
well together if the vehicle is to have really good
braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with
top-quality brake parts. When you replace parts of
the braking system — for example, when the
brake linings wear down and you need new
ones put in — be sure you get new approved
replacement parts. If you do not, the brakes might
not work properly. For example, if someone puts in
brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the
balance between the front and rear brakes can
change — for the worse. The braking performance
you have come to expect can change in many other
ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery.
When it is time for a new battery, get one that has
the replacement number shown on the original
battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelco
®
replacement battery. SeeEngine Compartment
Overview on page 354for battery location.Warning:Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Vehicle Storage
If you are not going to drive your vehicle for
25 days or more, remove the black, negative (−)
cable from the battery. This will help keep the
battery from running down.
{CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and
gas that can explode. You can be badly
hurt if you are not careful. SeeJump
Starting on page 385for tips on working
around a battery without getting hurt.
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To disconnect the jumper cables from both
vehicles, do the following:
1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from
the vehicle that had the dead battery.
2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from
the vehicle with the good battery.
3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
vehicle with the good battery.
4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
other vehicle.Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 394.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and can burst if you drop or
scratch the bulb. You or others could be
injured. Be sure to read and follow the
instructions on the bulb package.
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Roadside Assistance Program
In the U.S., call1-800-CHEV-USA
(1-800-243-8872).
In Canada, call1-800-268-6800.
Service is available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program.
Who is Covered?
Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle
operator, regardless of ownership. In Canada,
a person driving this vehicle without the consent
of the owner is not eligible for coverage.
The following services are provided in the U.S.
during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period and,
in Canada, during the Base Warranty coverage
period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
up to a maximum coverage of $100.
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel for the
vehicle to get to the nearest service station
(approximately $5 in Canada). Service toprovide diesel may be restricted. For safety
reasons, propane and other alternative fuels
will not be provided through this service.
Lock-out Service:To ensure security, the
driver must present personal identication
before lock-out service is provided. In Canada,
the vehicle registration is also required.
Lock-out service will be covered at no charge if
you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle.
A remote unlock may be available if you have
an active OnStar
®subscription.
Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway
or Highway:Tow to the nearest dealership
for warranty service or in the event of a
vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out
assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand,
mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire in
good condition, when equipped and properly
inated, is covered at no charge. The customer
is responsible for the repair or replacement of
the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which
require a battery jump start will be covered
at no charge.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 439
Weatherstrips........................................... 439
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 440
Audio System.............................................. 228
Audio Steering Wheel Controls........282, 283
Backglass Antenna................................... 286
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 285
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 285
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 285
Radio with CD................................230, 236
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 246
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...................278, 280
Setting the Time with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)..................................... 230
Setting the Time without Radio Data
Systems (RDS)..................................... 229
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 281
Understanding Radio Reception............... 284
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 286
Automatic Climate Control System............... 192
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 183
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid...............................................365, 366
Operation........................................124, 128B
Backglass Antenna...................................... 286
Battery........................................................ 384
Run-Down Protection............................... 186
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 313
Brake
Emergencies............................................ 295
Parking.................................................... 132
Brakes........................................................ 381
System Warning Light.............................. 206
Braking....................................................... 292
Braking in Emergencies............................... 295
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 117
Bulb Replacement....................................... 389
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 389
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps..................................... 390
License Plate Lamps................................ 393
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 394
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps..................................... 392
Buying New Tires........................................ 410
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