2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU steering

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Keep a record with all parts receiptsand list the mileage and the date ofany service work performed. SeeMaintenance Records0379.
Caution
Even small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Hood
To o p e n t h e h o o d :
1. Pull the hood release handlewith this symbol on it. It isinside the vehicle to the left ofthe steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle tofind the secondary releasehandle. The handle is underthe front edge of the hood nearthe center. Slide the secondaryhood release handle towardthe driver side of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and pull the proprod by the sleeve from theretainer, located above theradiator.

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Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer systemthat indicates when to change theengine oil and filter. This is basedon a combination of factors whichinclude engine revolutions, enginetemperature, and miles driven.Based on driving conditions, themileage at which an oil change isindicated can vary considerably. Forthe oil life system to work properly,the system must be reset every timethe oil is changed.
When the system has calculatedthat oil life has been diminished, itindicates that an oil change isnecessary. A CHANGE ENGINEOIL SOON message comes on. SeeEngine Oil Messages0141.Change the oil as soon as possiblewithin the next 1 000 km (600 mi).It is possible that, if driving underthe best conditions, the oil lifesystem might indicate that an oilchange is not necessary for up to ayear. The engine oil and filter mustbe changed at least once a yearand, at this time, the system must
be reset. Your dealer has trainedservice people who will perform thiswork and reset the system. It is alsoimportant to check the oil regularlyover the course of an oil draininterval and keep it at the properlevel.
If the system is ever resetaccidentally, the oil must bechanged at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)since the last oil change.Remember to reset the oil lifesystem whenever the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil
Life System
1. Using the DIC controls on theright side of the steering wheel,display REMAINING OIL LIFEon the DIC. SeeDriverInformation Center (DIC) (BaseLevel)0131orDriverInformation Center (DIC)(Uplevel)0134.Whenremaining oil life is low, theCHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage will appear on thedisplay. SeeEngine OilMessages0141.
2. PressVon the DIC controls
and hold down for a fewseconds to clear the CHANGEENGINE OIL SOON messageand reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oillife display accidentally at anytime other than after the oil ischanged. It cannot be resetaccurately until the next oilchange.
The system is reset when theCHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage is off and the REMAININGOIL LIFE message is displayed.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage comes back on when thevehicle is started, the engine oil lifesystem has not been reset. Repeatthe procedure.

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The vehicle may not be equippedwith all of the fuses, relays, andfeatures shown.
Fuses Usage
1–
2–
3ABSpump
5ACDCinverter
6Rearclosure
7ATWS/Horn
8Window/Mirror/Seats
9Eboost
10 Left seat lumbar/Airbag HEV
11 D C D C b a t t e r y 1
12 Rear defogger
13 Heated mirror
14–
15 Passive entry/Passivestart
16 Front wiper
17 Passenger power seat
18 ABS valve
Fuses Usage
19 Driver power seat
21 Sunroof
22 Parking lamp
23 Active headlampleveling
24–
26 Transmission controlmodule/Ignition
27 Instrument panelbody/Ignition
28 Fuel pump
29 Regulated voltagecontrol/Ventilation
30 Malfunction indicatorlamp/SS
32 CVS
33 Front heated seat
34 Rear heated seat/BSM/ESS fan
35 Body controlmodule 6/Body controlmodule 7
36 Fuel module
Fuses Usage
38–
39–
40 Steering column lock
41–
43 Heated steering wheel
44 Active headlampleveling
45–
46 Engine controlmodule/Ignition
47–
48 Eboost (HEV)
49 DC DC battery 2
50–
51–
52–
53–
54–
55–
56–

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Fuses Amps Usage
F9 5 Engine controlmodule/Rearbattery
F10 15 Body controlmodule 2
F11––
F12––
F13––
F14––
F15 20 Transmissioncontrol module(Stop/Start)
F16 30 Amplifier
F17–Seat powerlumbar
F18––
F19––
F20 15 Body controlmodule 1
F21 15 Body controlmodule 4
Fuses Amps Usage
F22––
F23 10 Electricsteeringcolumn lock(China only)
F24 10 Airbag
F25 7.5 Data linkconnector
F26––
F27 30 AC DC inverter
F28––
F29 20 Body controlmodule 8
F30 10 Overheadconsole
F31 2 Steering wheelcontrols
F32––
F33 10 HVAC
F34––
Fuses Amps Usage
F35––
F36 5 Wirelesscharger
F37 20 Frontaccessorypower outlets/Cigar lighter(China only)
F38 5 OnStar
F39 7.5 Display
F40 10 Obstacledetection
F41 15 Body controlmodule 1(Stop/Start)
F42 15 Radio
CB1––
CB2 15 Consoleaccessorypower outlet

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matched to the tire/wheel positions,using a TPMS relearn tool, in thefollowing order: driver side front tire,passenger side front tire, passengerside rear tire, and driver side rear.See your dealer for service or topurchase a relearn tool. A TPMSrelearn tool can also be purchased.See Tire Pressure Monitor SensorActivation Tool atwww.gmtoolsandequipment.com orcall 1-800-GM TOOLS(1-800-468-6657).
There are two minutes to match thefirst tire/wheel position, andfive minutes overall to match all fourtire/wheel positions. If it takeslonger, the matching process stopsand must be restarted.
The TPMS sensor matchingprocess is:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Place the vehicle in ON/RUN/START. SeeIgnitionPositions0225.
3. Make sure the Tire Pressureinfo page option is turned on.The info pages on the DIC can
be turned on and off throughthe Settings menu. SeeDriverInformation Center (DIC) (BaseLevel)0131orDriverInformation Center (DIC)(Uplevel)0134.
4. Use the DIC controls on theright side of the steering wheelto scroll to the Tire Pressurescreen under the DICinfo page.
5. Press and holdVin the center
of the DIC controls.
The horn sounds twice tosignal the receiver is in relearnmode and the TIRELEARNING ACTIVE messagedisplays on the DIC screen.
6. Start with the driver sidefront tire.
7. Place the relearn tool againstthe tire sidewall, near the valvestem. Then press the button toactivate the TPMS sensor.Ahornchirpconfirmsthatthesensor identification code hasbeen matched to this tire andwheel position.
8. Proceed to the passenger sidefront tire, and repeat theprocedure in Step 7.
9. Proceed to the passenger siderear tire, and repeat theprocedure in Step 7.
10. Proceed to the driver side reartire, and repeat the procedurein Step 7. The horn sounds twotimes to indicate the sensoridentification code has beenmatched to the driver side reartire, and the TPMS sensormatching process is no longeractive. The TIRE LEARNINGACTIVE message on the DICdisplay screen goes off.
11 . Tu r n t h e i g n i t i o n o f f .
12. Set all four tires to therecommended air pressurelevel as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information label.

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Caution (Continued)
Install them on the tires of the
front axle. Don't use chains on the
tires of the rear axle. Tighten
them as tightly as possible with
the ends securely fastened. Drive
slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions. If the
chains contact the vehicle, stop
and retighten them. If the contact
continues, slow down until it
stops. Driving too fast or spinning
the wheels with chains on will
damage the vehicle.
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow outwhile driving, especially if the tiresare maintained properly. SeeTires0317.Ifairgoesoutofatire,itismuch more likely to leak out slowly.But if there is ever a blowout, hereare a few tips about what to expectand what to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tirecreates a drag that pulls the vehicletoward that side. Take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and grip thesteering wheel firmly. Steer tomaintain lane position, and thengently brake to a stop, well off theroad, if possible.
Arearblowout,particularlyonacurve, acts much like a skid andmay require the same correction asused in a skid. Stop pressing theaccelerator pedal and steer tostraighten the vehicle. It may bevery bumpy and noisy. Gently braketo a stop, well off the road,if possible.
{Warning
Driving on a flat tire will cause
permanent damage to the tire.
Re-inflating a tire after it has been
driven on while severely
underinflated or flat may cause a
blowout and a serious crash.
Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
that has been driven on while
severely underinflated or flat.
Have your dealer or an authorized
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
tire service center repair or
replace the flat tire as soon as
possible.
{Warning
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
it to do maintenance or repairs is
dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and
training. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tireand wheel damage by driving slowlyto a level place, well off the road,if possible. Turn on the hazardwarning flashers. SeeHazardWarning Flashers0166.

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Caution (Continued)
chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with
soap and water after exposure.
Caution
To a v o i d s u r f a c e d a m a g e , d o n o t
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
approved cleaners. Also, never
drive a vehicle with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an
automatic car wash that uses
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines andhoses for proper hook-up, binding,leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspectdisc brake pads for wear and rotorsfor surface condition. Inspect drumbrake linings/shoes for wear orcracks. Inspect all other brake parts.
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,suspension, and chassiscomponents for damaged, loose,or missing parts or signs of wear atleast once a year.
Inspect power steering for properattachment, connections, binding,leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity jointboots and axle seals for leaks.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders,hood hinges, decklid hinges, steelfuel door hinge, unless thecomponents are plastic. Applyingsilicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make themlast longer, seal better, and not stickor squeak.
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, spring and fall,use plain water to flush anycorrosive materials from theunderbody. Take care to thoroughlyclean any areas where mud andother debris can collect.
Do not directly power wash thetransfer case and/or front/rear axleoutput seals. High pressure watercan overcome the seals andcontaminate the fluid. Contaminatedfluid will decrease the life of thetransfer case and/or axles andshould be replaced.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged andrequires sheet metal repair orreplacement, make sure the bodyrepair shop applies anti-corrosionmaterial to parts repaired orreplaced to restore corrosionprotection.

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ayearandtheoillifesystemmustbe reset. Your trained dealertechnician can perform this work.If the engine oil life system is resetaccidentally, service the vehiclewithin 5 000 km/3,000 mi since thelast service. Reset the oil lifesystem when the oil is changed.SeeEngine Oil Life System0291.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended forthe vehicle, and perform thefollowing services. SeeTireRotation0331.
.Check engine oil level and oillife percentage. If needed,change engine oil and filter, andreset oil life system. SeeEngineOil0288andEngine Oil LifeSystem0291.
.Check engine coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant0295.
.Check windshield washer fluidlevel. SeeWasher Fluid0299.
.Visually inspect windshield wiperblades for wear, cracking,or contamination. SeeExteriorCare0358.Replacewornordamaged wiper blades. SeeWiper BladeReplacement0304.
.Check tire inflation pressures.SeeTire Pressure0325.
.Inspect tire wear. SeeTireInspection0331.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect engine air cleaner filter.SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter0292.
.Inspect brake system. SeeExterior Care0358.
.Visually inspect steering,suspension, and chassiscomponents for damaged, loose,or missing parts or signs ofwear. SeeExterior Care0358.
.Check restraint systemcomponents. SeeSafety SystemCheck069.
.Visually inspect fuel system fordamage or leaks.
.Visually inspect exhaust systemand nearby heat shields forloose or damaged parts.
.Lubricate body components. SeeExterior Care0358.
.Check starter switch. SeeStarterSwitch Check0303.
.Check automatic transmissionshift lock control function. SeeAutomatic Transmission ShiftLock Control FunctionCheck0303.
.Check parking brake andautomatic transmission parkmechanism. SeePark Brake andP(Park)MechanismCheck0303.
.Check accelerator pedal fordamage, high effort, or binding.Replace if needed.
.Visually inspect gas strut forsigns of wear, cracks, or otherdamage. Check the hold openability of the strut. See yourdealer if service is required.
.Inspect sunroof track and seal,if equipped. SeeSunroof052.