2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU radio

Rear Seat Radio Controls
The following functions are controlled by the
RSA system:
n(Volume):Turn thenknob to increase or
to decrease the volume. The left knob controls
the left wired headphones and the right knob
controls the right wired headphones.
O(Power):Press theObutton to turn the
system on or off. The rear speakers are muted
when the RSA power is turned on.
SRCE (Source):Press this button to play a CD
when listening to the radio. The inactive tape
or CD remains inside the radio for future listening.BAND:Press this button to switch between FM1,
FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped).
1-6 (Preset):Press this button to go to the next
preset radio station. This function is inactive if
the front seat passengers are listening to the radio.
When a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer,
press this button to select the next CD, if multiple
CDs are loaded. This function is inactive if the
front seat passengers are listening to a CD.
©¨(Seek):When listening to the radio, press
the left
©or right¨seek arrow to go to the
previous or to the next station and stay there. This
function is inactive if the front seat passengers
are listening to the radio.
When a CD is playing, press the left
©seek
arrow to go to the start of the current track if
more than eight seconds have played. Press
the right
¨seek arrow to go to the next track
on the CD. This function is inactive if the front
seat passengers are listening to a CD.
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Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
(With Entertainment System)
This feature allows rear seat passengers to
listen to and control any of the sources: radio and
CDs. An audio or radio source can be listened
to but cannot be changed from the RSE if the front
seat passengers have selected the same source
from the front seat controls. (For example, the
radio station selected with the front seat controls
cannot be changed by the rear seat control(s).
The front seat audio controls always have
priority over the RSA controls. If the front seat
passengers switch to the same source as the
RSA, the RSA no longer controls the source.
You can operate the RSA when the main
radio is off.
The rear seat passengers have control of
the volume for each set of headphones.
O(Power):Press theObutton to turn the
RSE system on and off. The rear speakers are
muted when the RSA power is turned on.
1–6 (Preset):Press this button to go to the
next preset radio station set on the pushbuttons
on the main radio. This function is not active if the
front seat passengers are listening to the radio.
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When a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer,
press this button to select the next CD, if multiple
CDs are loaded. This function is not active if the
front seat passengers are listening to a CD.
BAND:Press this button to switch between FM1,
FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped).
SRCE (Source):Press this button to switch
between playing the radio and CD.
xSEEKw:When listening to the radio,
press the down
xor upwSEEK arrow to go
to the previous or to the next station and stay
there. This function is inactive if the front seat
passengers are listening to the same band.
When a CD is playing, press the down
xSEEK
arrow to go to the start of the current track if
more than ve seconds have played. Press the
up
wSEEK arrow to go to the next track on
a CD. This function is inactive if the front seat
passengers are listening to a CD.
xw(Volume):Press the downxor upwarrow
to increase or decrease the volume on the wired
headphones (not included). The arrows on the
right are for the right headphones and the arrows
on the left are for the left headphones.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage
theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works
automatically by learning a portion of the
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN). If the
radio is moved to a different vehicle, it does
not operate and LOCKED displays.
With THEFTLOCK
®activated, the radio
cannot operate if stolen.
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(Three Spoke)
If your vehicle has
this feature, some
audio controls can
be adjusted at
the steering wheel.
They include the
following:
xw:Press the downxarrow to go to the
previous or to the next radio station and stay
there. The radio only seeks stations with a
strong signal that are in the selected band.
To scan stations, press and hold either the
down
xor upwarrow for two seconds until
SCAN displays and a beep sounds. The radio
goes to a station, plays for a few seconds,
then goes to the next station. Press either the
down
xor upwarrow again to stop scanning.When a CD is playing, press the down
xor
up
warrow to go to the previous track.
To scan the current CD, press and hold either
the down
xor upwarrow for more than
two seconds. The CD goes to the next track,
plays the rst 10 seconds, then goes to the next
track. Press either the down
xor upwarrow
again to stop scanning.
To scan all of the CDs loaded, press and hold
either the down
xor upwarrow for more
than four seconds. The CD goes to the next CD,
plays the rst 10 seconds of each track, then
goes to the next CD. Press either the down
xor
up
warrow again to stop scanning.
+−(Volume):Press the + (plus) or−(minus)
button to increase or to decrease the volume.
1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons):Press this button
to play stations that are programmed on the
radio preset pushbuttons. The radio only seeks
preset stations with a strong signal that are
in the selected band.
When a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer,
press this button to go to the next available
CD, if multiple CDs are loaded.
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(Four Spoke)
If your vehicle has
this feature, some
audio controls can
be adjusted at
the steering wheel.
They include the
following:
xw(Seek):Press the downxor upwarrow
to go to the previous or to the next radio
station and stay there. The radio only seeks
stations with a strong signal that are in the
selected band.
To scan stations, press and hold either the
down
xor upwarrow for two seconds until
a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station,plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next
station. Press either the down
xor upwarrow
again to stop scanning.
When a CD is playing, press either the
down
xor upwarrow to go to the previous or
to the next track.
>(Mute):Press the>button to silence the
system. Press the
>button again, or any other
radio button, to turn the sound on.
BAND:Press this button to switch between FM1,
FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped).
1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons):Press this button
to play stations that are programmed on the
radio preset pushbuttons. The radio only seeks
preset stations with a strong signal that are
in the selected band.
When a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer,
press this button to go to the next available CD,
if multiple CDs are loaded.
+/−
x(Volume):Pull the + (plus) or−(minus)
xbutton to increase or to decrease the volume.
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Radio Reception
Frequency interference and static during normal
radio reception can occur if items such as
cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience
accessories, and external electronic devices
are plugged into the accessory power outlet.
If there is interference or static, unplug the
item from the accessory power outlet.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than
for FM, especially at night. The longer range
can cause station frequencies to interfere with
each other. For better radio reception, most
AM radio stations boost the power levels during
the day, and then reduce these levels during
the night. Static can also occur when things
like storms and power lines interfere with radio
reception. When this happens, try reducing
the treble on your radio.
FM Stereo
FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals
reach about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall
buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals,
causing the sound to fade in and out.
XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio
reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous
United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM,
tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite
radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.
In addition, traveling or standing under heavy
foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels can cause
loss of the XM™ signal for a period of time.
The radio could display NO XM SIGNAL to
indicate interference.
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Backglass Antenna (Sedan Only)
The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the
rear window defogger, located in the rear window.
Make sure that the inside surface of the rear
window is not scratched and that the grid lines on
the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface
is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception.
Notice:Using a razor blade or sharp object
to clear the inside rear window may damage
the rear window antenna and/or the rear
window defogger. Repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Do not clear the
inside rear window with sharp objects.
Notice:Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting
with metallic lm. The metallic lm in some
tinting materials will interfere with or distort
the incoming radio reception. Any damage
caused to your backglass antenna due to
metallic tinting materials will not be covered
by your warranty.
Because this antenna is built into the rear window,
there is a reduced risk of damage caused by
car washes and vandals.If adding a cellular telephone to your vehicle,
and the antenna needs to be attached to the
glass, make sure that the grid lines for the
AM-FM antenna are not damaged. There is
enough space between the grid lines to attach
a cellular telephone antenna without interfering
with radio reception.
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System
The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on
the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear
of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception.
A vehicle with a sunroof might not get the best
performance from the XM™ system if the sunroof
is open.
Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can
interfere with the performance of the XM™ system.
Make sure the XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is
not obstructed.
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Notice:If you leave your radio or other
accessories on during the jump starting
procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Always
turn off your radio and other accessories when
jump starting your vehicle.
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug
unnecessary accessories plugged into the
cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet.
Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not
needed. This will avoid sparks and help save
both batteries. And it could save the radio!
4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries.
Find the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal
locations on each vehicle. SeeEngine
Compartment Overview on page 354for more
information on location.
{CAUTION:
An electric fan can start up even when the
engine is not running and can injure you.
Keep hands, clothing and tools away from
any underhood electric fan.
{CAUTION:
Using a match near a battery can cause
battery gas to explode. People have been
hurt doing this, and some have been
blinded. Use a ashlight if you need
more light.
Be sure the battery has enough water.
You do not need to add water to the battery
installed in your new vehicle. But if a
battery has ller caps, be sure the right
amount of uid is there. If it is low, add
water to take care of that rst. If you do not,
explosive gas could be present.
Battery uid contains acid that can burn
you. Do not get it on you. If you
accidentally get it in your eyes or on your
skin, ush the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
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