Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
13555849) - 2020 - CRC - 8/21/19
238 Vehicle Care
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement
bulbs, or any bulb changing
procedure not listed in this section,
contact your dealer.
Caution
Do not replace incandescent
bulbs with aftermarket LED
replacement bulbs. This can
cause damage to the vehicle
electrical system.
Halogen Bulbs
{Warning
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.
LED Lighting
This vehicle has several LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED lighting
assembly, contact your dealer.
Headlamps, Front Turn
Signal, Sidemarker, and
Parking Lamps
Driver Side Shown, PassengerSide Similar
1. Sidemarker Lamp
2. Low-Beam Headlamp
3. High-Beam Headlamp
Headlamps (LS/LT)
To replace one of the headlamp
bulbs:
1. Open the hood. See Hood
0 214.
2. For the driver side bulb, remove the windshield washer
bottle filler neck by firmly
pulling it straight up and out of
the bottle.
3. For the passenger side bulb, remove the engine air cleaner
housing by gripping firmly and
pulling straight up.
4. Remove the cover from the back of the headlamp
assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Press the retaining tab on the electrical connector to
disconnect.
6. Remove the bulb from the lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
7. Replace the bulb and reverse Steps 1–6 to reinstall.
