2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU key

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NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message displays when the
transmitter battery may be weak.
See“Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” underRemote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 031
ii.
NO REMOTE DETECTED
PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART
This message displays when
attempting to turn off the vehicle
and the RKE transmitter is no longer
detected. Restarting is allowed
without the RKE transmitter for
five minutes. Press the brake pedal
and ENGINE START/STOP to
restart the vehicle.
NUMBER OF KEYS
PROGRAMMED
This message displays when
programming new keys to the
vehicle.
REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE
This message displays when
leaving the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter still inside.
REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the
battery in the RKE transmitter needs
to be replaced.
Lamp Messages
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL
ON/OFF
This message is displayed when the
automatic light control has been
turned on or off. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0163
ii.
CHECK XXX TURN
SIGNAL LAMP
When one of the turn signals is out,
this message displays to show
which bulb needs to be replaced.
See Bulb Replacement 0306
iiand
Replacement Bulbs 0310ii.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message is displayed if the
turn signal has been left on. Turn off
the turn signal.
Object Detection System
Messages
24 GHz RADARS OFF
This message displays when driving
in certain areas where there may be
radar interference. Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC), Forward Collision
Alert (FCA), and the Front
Automatic Braking (FAB) System
may not work or may not work as
well. The vehicle does not need
service.
AUTOMATIC COLLISION
PREP OFF
This message displays when the
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System has been turned off. See
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System 0259
ii.
AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP
REDUCED
This message displays when the
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System has been set to the Alert
setting. This setting disables FAB
functions but if the vehicle has

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SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there is a
problem with the StabiliTrak system.
If this message appears, try to reset
the system. Stop; turn off the engine
for at least 15 seconds; then start
the engine again. If this message
still comes on, it means there is a
problem. See your dealer for
service. The vehicle is safe to drive;
however, you do not have the
benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce
your speed and drive accordingly.
Airbag System Messages
SERVICE AIRBAG
This message displays if there is a
problem with the airbag system. See
your dealer for service.
Security Messages
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle
detects a tamper condition.
Service Vehicle Messages
SERVICE AC SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the air conditioning
system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
SERVICE KEYLESS START
SYSTEM
This message is displayed if there is
a problem with the pushbutton start
system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays if there is a
problem with the vehicle. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
Steering System
Messages
SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays and a chime
may sound when there may be a
problem with the power steering
system. If this message displays
and a reduction in steeringperformance or loss of power
steering assistance is noticed, see
your dealer.
STEERING ASSIST IS
REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE
This message can appear for
several reasons. Take the vehicle to
your dealer if the problem persists.
Starting the Vehicle
Messages
INITIALIZING
—WAIT TO
SHIFT
In extreme cold temperatures the
hybrid vehicle can take up to
30 seconds to start. Wait to shift
from P (Park) while the vehicle is
starting.
PRESS BRAKE TO START
This message displays when
attempting to start the vehicle
without first pressing the brake
pedal.

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Tire Messages
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS). SeeTire
Pressure Monitor Operation 0328
ii.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the
system is learning new tires. See
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
0328
ii.
TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
AIR TO TIRE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this
message displays when the
pressure in one or more of the
vehicle's tires is low.
The low tire pressure warning light
will also come on. See Tire
Pressure Light 0125
ii.
If a tire pressure message displays,
inflate the tires until the tire pressure
is equal to the values shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label. See
Tires 0318
ii,Vehicle Load
Limits 0222ii, and Tire Pressure
0 325ii.
More than one tire pressure
message can be received at a time.
The DIC also shows the tire
pressure values. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0129
iior Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0132ii.
Transmission Messages
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays if there is a
problem with the transmission. See
your dealer.
SHIFT DENIED
This message displays when
attempting to use the automatic
transmission manual mode to shift
to too low or too high of a gear. See
Manual Mode 0235
ii.
SHIFT FROM NEUTRAL
(Hybrid)
This message displays when the
vehicle should be shifted from
N (Neutral). If the vehicle is not shifted from N (Neutral) after some
time, the vehicle will shut off and
require a restart. While in
N (Neutral), the vehicle will not be
able to charge the high voltage
battery.
SHIFT TO PARK
This message displays when the
transmission needs to be shifted to
P (Park). This may appear when
turning the ignition off or removing
the key from the vehicle if the
vehicle is not in P (Park).
TRANSMISSION HOT
—IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays and a chime
sounds if the transmission fluid in
the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
transmission fluid temperature high
can cause damage to the vehicle.
Stop the vehicle and let it idle to
allow the transmission to cool. This
message clears when the fluid
temperature reaches a safe level.

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.Auto Door Unlock
. Delayed Door Lock
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the
door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available and the door will lock as
programmed through this menu.
Select Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors. To override the
delay, press the power door lock
switch on the door.
Select Off or On.Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select and the following may
display:
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback
. Remote Lock Feedback
. Remote Door Unlock
. Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
. Passive Door Unlock
. Passive Door Lock
. Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will
flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 031
ii.
Select Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
Select to set which type of feedback
is given when pressing
Qon the
RKE transmitter. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 031
ii. Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights
Only, or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
Select to set which doors will unlock
when pressing
Kon the RKE
transmitter. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation
0 31
ii.
Select Driver Door or All Doors.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
Select to enable or disable which
seat will come on when remote start
is used. See Heated and Ventilated
Front Seats 059
ii.
Select Off, On-Driver and
Passenger, or On-Driver.
Passive Door Unlock
Select to set which doors will unlock
when the RKE transmitter is within
range and using the button on the
outside driver door handle to unlock
the vehicle. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation
0 31
ii.
Select Driver Door Only or All
Doors.

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Passive Door Lock
This allows passive locking to be
turned on or off and selects
feedback. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation
0 31
ii.
Select Off, On, or On With Horn
Chirp.
Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder
This feature sounds an alert when
the RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Return to Factory Settings
Select to return all vehicle
personalizations to the default
settings.
Select Yes or No.
Software Information
Select to view the radio software
information.
Valet Mode (If Equipped)
This will lock the infotainment
system and steering wheel controls.
It may also limit access to vehicle
storage locations (if equipped).
To enable valet mode: 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Select LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or
unlock the system. Press BACK to
go back to the previous menu.
Personalization Menu (Radio
with Touchscreen)
Settings can be made with the
ignition on and the vehicle not
moving.
The following are all possible
personalization features. Depending
on the vehicle, some may not be
available.
{: Press to access the Home
Page Menu.
QorR: Touch to scroll through the
menus or setup items.
0: Touch to exit or return to the
previous screen or menu.
To access the menu:
1. Press
{.
2. Touch Settings.
Touch the menu item to select it.
Each of the menus is detailed in the
following information.
Settings menus and functions may
vary depending on vehicle options.
The following list of menu items may
be available:
. Time and Date
. Language
. Valet Mode
. Teen Driver
. Radio
. Vehicle
. Bluetooth
. Apple CarPlay
. Android Auto

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.Voice
. USB Auto Launch
. Turn Display Off
. Rear Camera
. Return to Factory Settings
. Software Information
Time and Date
Select Time and Date to adjust the
clock. See Clock0106ii.
Language
Select, then select from the
available language(s).
Valet Mode (If Equipped)
This will lock the infotainment
system and steering wheel controls.
It may also limit access to vehicle
storage locations (if equipped).
To enable valet mode:
1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Touch Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Touch LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or
unlock the system. Touch Back to
go back to the previous menu.
Teen Driver (If Equipped)
Select and the following may
display:
.
View Report Card
. Manage Settings
. Change PIN
. Key Registration
. Clear All Teen Keys/PIN
View Report Card
This allows the driver ’s driving
habits to be viewed. See Teen
Driver 0195
ii.
Manage Settings
Select and the following may
display:
. Audio Volume Limit
. Teen Driver Speed Warning
Audio Volume Limit
This allows a maximum radio
volume to be set. Select Off or On.
Teen Driver Speed Warning
This allows a warning to be set
when a certain speed is exceeded.
Select Off or On. If On is selected,
select a speed between 64 km/h
(40 mph) and 120 km/h (75 mph).
Change PIN
This allows the Personal
Identification Number (PIN) to be
changed. See
Teen Driver0195
ii.
Key Registration
This allows the key to be registered.
See Teen Driver 0195
ii.
Clear All Teen Keys/PIN
This allows all Teen Driver keys and
PINs to be cleared.
Select Continue or Cancel.
Radio
Select and the following may
display:
. Manage Favorites
. Number of Favorites Shown

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Comfort and Convenience
Select and the following may
display:
.Auto Memory Recall
. Easy Exit Options
. Chime Volume
. Reverse Tilt Mirror
. Extended Hill Start Assist
Auto Memory Recall
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver ’s previously stored
1 or 2 button positions when
entering the vehicle. See Memory
Seats 058
ii.
Select Off or On.
Easy Exit Options
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver ’s previously stored
exit button position when exiting the
vehicle. See Memory Seats 058
ii.
Select Off or On.
Chime Volume
Select to set the chime volume
level. Select Normal or High.
Reverse Tilt Mirror
When on, both the driver and
passenger outside mirrors will tilt
downward when the vehicle is
shifted to R (Reverse) to improve
visibility of the ground near the rear
wheels. They will return to their
previous driving position when the
vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse)
or the engine is turned off. See
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
047
ii.
Select Off, On - Driver and
Passenger, On - Driver, or On -
Passenger.
Extended Hill Start Assist
This allows the duration of the Hill
Start Assist to be changed. See
“Extended Hill Start Assist (EHSA)”
in Hill Start Assist (HSA) 0240
ii.
Select Extended Hold or
Standard Hold.
Lighting
Select and the following may
display:
. Vehicle Locator Lights .
Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior
lamps and allows the headlamps,
parking lamps, taillamps, and most
of the interior lamps to turn on
briefly when
Kon the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
pressed to locate the vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how
long the exterior lamps stay on
when leaving the vehicle when it is
dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60
Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks
Select and the following may
display:
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
. Auto Door Unlock
. Delayed Door Lock

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Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the
door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available.
Select Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors. To override the
delay, press the power door lock
switch on the door.
Select Off or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select and the following may
display:
.Remote Unlock Light Feedback
. Remote Lock Feedback
. Remote Door Unlock .
Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
. Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
. Passive Door Unlock
. Passive Door Lock
. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will
flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when locking the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights
Only, or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when pressing
Kon the
RKE transmitter.
Select All Doors or Driver Door. Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
If equipped and turned on, this
feature will turn the ventilated seats
on when using remote start on
warm days.
Select Off, On-Driver and
Passenger, or On-Driver.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
If equipped and turned on, this
feature will turn the heated seats on
when using remote start on
cold days.
Select Off, On-Driver and
Passenger, or On-Driver.
Passive Door Unlock
Select to set which doors will unlock
when the RKE transmitter is within
range and using the button on the
outside driver door handle to unlock
the vehicle. See
Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation
0 31ii.
Select Driver Door Only or All
Doors.