Chevrolet 2012 Malibu User manual

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M
Keys, Doors, and
Windows .................... 1-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Doors . . . ......................1-11
Vehicle Security. . . . . .........1-13
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Interior Mirrors . . ..............1-18
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Roof . . ........................1-22
Seats and Restraints ......... 2-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . ..........2-4
Rear Seats . . . ................2-10
Safety Belts . . . ...............2-12
Airbag System . . . .............2-19
Child Restraints . . . . . .........2-29
Storage ....................... 3-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 3-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 3-4
Instruments and Controls .... 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview. . . . 4-3
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . ................4-11
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . ....4-34
Vehicle Personalisation . . . ....4-43
Lighting ....................... 5-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Interior Lighting . . . .............5-7
Lighting Features . . . ...........5-8
Infotainment System ......... 6-1
Introduction . . . .................6-1
Climate Controls ............. 7-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 7-1
Air Vents . . . . . . .................7-8
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Driving and Operating ........ 8-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Starting and Operating . . . ....8-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 8-27
Manual Gearbox . . . ...........8-30
Brakes . . . . . ..................8-31
Ride Control Systems . . . .....8-35
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37
Object Detection Systems . . . . 8-40
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-41
Towing . . . . . ..................8-45
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 8-51

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual M
Vehicle Care .................. 9-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . ......9-31
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Electrical System . . . ..........9-37
Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64
Towing . . . . . ..................9-67
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-70
Service and Maintenance . . . 10-1
General Information . . . .......10-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 10-2
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 10-7
Technical Data ............... 11-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . ....11-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . ............11-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Index ..................... i-1

Introduction iii
The names, logos, emblems,
slogans, vehicle model names, and
vehicle body designs appearing in
this manual including, but not limited
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem,
MALIBU, and the MALIBU Emblem
are trademarks and/or service
marks of General Motors LLC, its
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
This manual describes features that
may or may not be on your specific
vehicle either because they are
options that you did not purchase or
due to changes subsequent to the
printing of this owner manual.
Please refer to the purchase
documentation relating to your
specific vehicle to confirm each of
the features found on your vehicle.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for
quick reference.
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the
back of the manual. It is an
alphabetical list of what is in the
manual and the page number
where it can be found.
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. H12GB30 ©2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

iv Introduction
Danger, Warnings, and
Cautions
Warning messages found on vehicle
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or
reduce them.
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result in
serious injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a
hazard that could result in injury
or death.
{WARNING
These mean there is something
that could hurt you or other
people.
Notice: This means there is
something that could result in
property or vehicle damage.
This would not be covered by
the vehicle's warranty.
A circle with a slash through
it is a safety symbol which means
"Do Not," "Do not do this," or
"Do not let this happen."

Introduction v
Symbols
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of
text. Symbols are shown along with
the text describing the operation or
information relating to a specific
component, control, message,
gauge, or indicator.
M:This symbol is shown when
you need to see your owner manual
for additional instructions or
information.
*:This symbol is shown when
you need to see a service manual
for additional instructions or
information.
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the Index.
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
G:Air Conditioning
Refrigerant Oil
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
%:Audio Steering Wheel Controls
$:Brake System Warning Light
I:Certified Technician
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
H:Flammable
#:Front Fog Lamps
s:Rear Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gauge
+:Fuses
3:Headlamp Main/Dipped-Beam
Changer
H:ISOFIX Child Restraint System
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
O:Power
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tyre Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
M:Windscreen Washer Fluid

vi Introduction
2NOTES

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-1
Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . .................... 1-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . ........1-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Door Locks . . . . . . ............. 1-8
Power Door Locks . . . .........1-9
Door Ajar Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 1-10
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Safety Locks . . ............... 1-10
Doors
Boot . . . . . .................... 1-11
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . ......... 1-13
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . 1-13
Immobiliser Operation (Key
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Immobiliser Operation
(Keyless Access) . . . ........ 1-15
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . .... 1-18
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 1-18
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . ................... 1-19
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Power Windows . . . . . ........1-20
Sun Visors . . ................. 1-22
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

1-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys
{WARNING
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the ignition key is dangerous for
many reasons. Children or others
could be badly injured or even
killed. They could operate the
power windows or other controls
or even make the vehicle move.
The windows will function with the
keys in the ignition and children
could be seriously injured or killed
if caught in the path of a closing
window. Do not leave the keys in
a vehicle with children.
{WARNING
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous for many
reasons; children or others could
be badly injured or even killed.
They could operate the power
windows or other controls or even
make the vehicle move. The
windows will function with the
RKE transmitter in the vehicle
and they could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Do not
leave the RKE transmitter in a
vehicle with children.
The key that is part of the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can
be used for the ignition and all locks
if the vehicle is a key access
vehicle. If the vehicle has the
keyless ignition, the key can be
used for the locks.

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-3
Press the button on the RKE
transmitter to extend the key. Press
the button and the key blade to
retract the key.
If the vehicle has an ignition and it
becomes difficult to turn the key,
inspect the key blade for debris.
Periodically clean with a brush
or pick.
See your dealer if a new key
is needed.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
Changes or modifications to this
system by other than an authorised
service facility could void
authorisation to use this equipment.
If there is a decrease in the
RKE operating range:
.Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
.Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
.Check the transmitter's battery.
See "Battery Replacement" later
in this section.
.If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer or a qualified technician
for service.
Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System
Operation
The transmitter functions will work
up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the
vehicle. On vehicles with remote
start the distance will be greater.
Keep in mind that other conditions,
such as those previously stated, can
impact the performance of the
transmitter.
RKE without Remote Start Shown

1-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Q(Lock): Press to lock all doors.
The indicators may flash and/or the
horn may sound to indicate locking,
see "Locking Feedback" under
Vehicle Personalisation on
page 4‑43.
If the driver door is open when Qis
pressed, all doors lock except the
driver door, if enabled through the
vehicle personalisation.
If the passenger door is open when
Qis pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing Qmay also arm the
theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-theft Alarm System on
page 1‑13.
When the doors are locked, the
fuel door is also locked.
On some models, pressing and
holding Qwill close all of the
vehicle's windows.
K(Unlock): Press to unlock the
driver door or all doors. See "Door
Unlock Options" under Vehicle
Personalisation on page 4‑43.
The indicators may flash and/or
the horn may sound to indicate
unlocking. See "Unlock Feedback"
under Vehicle Personalisation on
page 4‑43.
Pressing Kwill disarm the
theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-theft Alarm System on
page 1‑13.
Memory seat positions may be
recalled when unlocking the vehicle.
See Memory Seats on page 2‑7and
"Memory Remote Recall" under
Vehicle Personalisation on
page 4‑43 for more information.
On some models, pressing and
holding Kwill open all of the
vehicle's windows.
V(Remote Boot Release):
Press and hold to unlock the boot.
7(Vehicle Locator/Panic
Alarm): Press and release one
time to locate the vehicle. The
exterior lamps flash and the horn
chirps.
Press and hold 7for at least
two seconds to sound the panic
alarm. The horn sounds and the
indicators flash until 7is pressed
again or the vehicle is started.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):
For vehicles with this feature,
press Qand then press and hold /
within five seconds to start the
engine from outside the vehicle
using the RKE transmitter. See
Remote Vehicle Start on page 1‑7
for additional information.
The buttons on the keys are
disabled when there is a key in the
ignition, if equipped.

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-5
Keyless Access Operation
Some vehicles have a keyless
access system that lets you lock
and unlock the doors and access
the boot without removing the
RKE transmitter from your pocket,
handbag, briefcase, etc. The RKE
transmitter should be within 1 m
(3 ft) of the door or boot being
opened.
Keyless Unlocking
With the RKE transmitter within 1 m
(3 ft), approach the front door and
pull the handle to unlock and open
the door. If the transmitter is
recognised, the door will unlock
and open.
Entering any door other than the
driver door will always cause all of
the doors to unlock. This is not
customisable.
To customise which doors unlock
when the driver door is opened, see
"Door Unlock Options" under
Vehicle Personalisation on
page 4‑43.
Lock Sensor
When all doors are closed and the
ignition is off, the vehicle can be
locked by pressing this area on the
door handle. This feature will be
available for several minutes after
the vehicle has been turned off.
Keyless Boot Opening
Press the touch pad located on the
centre high-mounted brake lamp to
open the boot, if the RKE
transmitter is within range.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed
so that lost or stolen transmitters no
longer work. Any remaining
transmitters will need to be
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to five transmitters matched
to it.
A new transmitter can be
programmed to the vehicle when
there is more than one recognised
transmitter. To program, the vehicle
must be off and all of the
transmitters, both currently
recognised and new, must be
with you.
1. Open the armrest storage area
and place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket with the
buttons facing the front of the
vehicle.

1-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows
2. Insert the vehicle key of the new
transmitter into the key lock
cylinder located on the outside
of the driver door and turn the
key to the unlock position five
times within 10 seconds.
The Driver Information Centre
(DIC) displays READY FOR
REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5.
3. Remove the recognised key and
place the new transmitter into
the transmitter pocket.
4. Press the ignition. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC
will show that it is ready to
program the next transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from the
transmitter pocket and press K.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3
through 5.
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and hold
the ignition for 10 seconds to
exit programming mode.
Starting the Vehicle with a
Low Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak, the
DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED when you try to start
the vehicle. The REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message may also be displayed
at this time.
To start the vehicle:
1. Open the armrest storage area
and place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket with the
buttons facing the front of the
vehicle.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and the ignition button.
See Starting the Engine on
page 8‑18
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message displays in the DIC. See
"REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE
KEY" under Key and Lock
Messages on page 4‑39.
{WARNING
Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in accordance with
environmental protection
regulations to help protect the
environment and your health.
The battery is not rechargeable.
To replace the battery:
1. Push the button on the
transmitter to extend the
key blade.

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-7
2. Remove the battery cover by
prying it with a finger.
3. Remove the battery by pushing
on the battery and sliding it
toward the key blade.
4. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing up. Push the battery
down until it is held in place.
Replace with a CR2032 or
equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
Remote Vehicle Start
The vehicle may have this feature
that allows you to start the engine
from outside the vehicle.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):
This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has
remote start.
Vehicles with an automatic climate
control system will default to a
heating or cooling mode depending
on the outside temperature during a
remote start. A vehicle without
automatic climate control will default
to the last used heating or cooling
mode. Once the key is turned to
ON/RUN, the climate control system
will turn on at the setting the vehicle
was last set to. If the vehicle has
heated seats, they may come on
during a remote start. See Heated
Front Seats on page 2‑9.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start
to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any
requirements.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System on page 1‑3.
Starting the Vehicle
To start the engine using the remote
start feature:
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at
the vehicle.
2. Press and release Q.
3. Immediately after completing
Step 2, press and hold /until
the indicator lamps flash, or for
about two seconds if the vehicle
is not in view.
When the engine starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on as
long as the engine is running. The
doors will be locked and the climate
control system may come on.

1-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows
The engine will continue to run for
10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a
10-minute time extension. Remote
start can be extended only once.
Start the vehicle before driving.
Extending Engine Run Time
For a 10-minute extension, repeat
Steps 1–3 while the engine is still
running. The remote start can be
extended once.
When the remote start is extended,
the second 10 minutes will start
immediately.
For example, if the engine has been
running for five minutes, and
10 minutes are added, the engine
will run for a total of 15 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts,
or a single start with an extension,
is allowed between ignition cycles.
The vehicle's ignition must be
turned on and then back off before
the remote start procedure can be
used again.
Cancelling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following:
.Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle and press and hold /
until the parking lamps turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
.Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start
Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature will
not operate if:
.The key is in the ignition (key
access) or if the key is in the
vehicle (keyless access).
.The bonnet is not closed.
.The hazard warning flashers
are on.
.The malfunction indicator lamp
is on.
.The engine coolant temperature
is too high.
.The oil pressure is low.
.Two remote vehicle starts, or a
single remote start with an
extension, have already
been used.
.The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Door Locks
{WARNING
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
.Passengers, especially
children, can easily open the
doors and fall out of a moving
vehicle. When a door is
locked, the handle will not
open it. The chance of being
thrown out of the vehicle in a
crash is increased if the
doors are not locked.
(Continued)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-9
WARNING (Continued)
So, all passengers should wear
safety belts properly and the
doors should be locked whenever
the vehicle is driven.
.Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child can
be overcome by extreme heat
and can suffer permanent
injuries or even death from
heat stroke. Always lock the
vehicle whenever leaving it.
.Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when you slow down or stop
the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from
happening.
There are several ways to lock and
unlock the vehicle.
From the outside:
.Turn the key in the driver door
lock anticlockwise to lock the
door and clockwise to unlock it.
.Press Qor Kon the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
From the inside:
.Push down on the manual lock
knob on the top of the door.
.Pulling the door handle unlocks
the door. Pulling the door handle
again unlatches the door.
.Press Qor Kon the instrument
panel.
Power Door Locks
Q(Lock): Press to lock the doors.
K(Unlock): Press to unlock
the doors.
Locking or unlocking the doors will
also lock or unlock the boot and fuel
filler door. See Boot on page 1‑11 or
Filling the Tank on page 8‑43.

1-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Door Ajar Reminder
A chime will sound and the
appropriate door message will
display if one of the doors is not
fully closed. This happens when
the ignition is on and the gear
lever is moved out of P (Park) or
N (Neutral). See Door Ajar
Messages on page 4‑36.
Delayed Locking
This feature will delay the actual
locking of the doors and arming of
the theft-deterrent system for
five seconds when the power door
lock switch or Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter is used
to lock the vehicle.
If any door is open when locking the
vehicle, three chimes will signal that
the delayed locking feature is active.
Five seconds after the last door is
closed, all of the doors will lock.
To cancel the delay and lock the
doors immediately, press Qon the
RKE transmitter or the power door
lock switch a second time. The
theft-deterrent system will arm after
30 seconds.
Automatic Door Locks
The vehicle can be programmed to
unlock the doors automatically when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park)
on automatic transmission vehicles
or upon turning the ignition Off on
manual gearbox vehicles.
The power door unlock function can
be programmed through prompts
displayed on the Driver Information
Centre (DIC). See Vehicle
Personalisation on page 4‑43 for
more information.
Lockout Protection
If the power door lock switch is
pressed when the key is in the
ignition and any door is open, all
doors will lock and then the driver
door will unlock. Be sure to remove
the key from the ignition when
locking the vehicle.
If the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is used to lock the doors
while the key is in the ignition, a
chime will sound three times.
All doors will then lock.
Safety Locks
The vehicle has rear door security
locks to prevent passengers
from opening the rear doors from
the inside.

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-11
Open the rear doors to access the
security locks on the inside edge of
each door.
To set the locks, insert a key into
the slot and turn it to the horizontal
position. The door can only be
opened from the outside with the
door unlocked. To return the door to
normal operation, turn the slot to the
vertical position.
Doors
Boot
{WARNING
Exhaust gases can enter the
vehicle if it is driven with the
tailgate, boot/hatch open, or with
any objects that pass through the
seal between the body and the
boot/hatch or tailgate. Engine
exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with
the tailgate, or boot/hatch open:
.Close all of the windows.
.Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
panel.
(Continued)
WARNING (Continued)
.Adjust the climate control
system to a setting that
brings in only outside air and
set the fan speed to the
highest setting. See “Climate
Control Systems”in the
Index.
.If the vehicle is equipped with
a power tailgate, disable the
power tailgate function.
For more information about
carbon monoxide, see Engine
Exhaust on page 8‑25.
Boot Release
The boot can only be opened while
the vehicle is in P (Park) or when
the ignition is off.
Press Von the RKE transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 1‑3.

1-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Unlock the boot first by pressing K
on the instrument panel or RKE
transmitter. Then, press the touch
pad located on the boot to open it.
For vehicles with a key cylinder on
the boot, use the key to unlock it.
Close the boot by pulling on the
handle.
Emergency Boot Release
Handle
Notice: Do not use the
emergency boot release handle
as a tie-down or anchor point
when securing items in the boot
as it could damage the handle.
The emergency boot release
handle is only intended to aid a
person trapped in a latched boot,
enabling them to open the boot
from the inside.
There is a glow-in-the-dark
emergency boot release handle
located inside the boot on the boot
latch. This handle glows following
exposure to light. Pull the release
handle up to open the boot from
the inside.

Keys, Doors, and Windows 1-13
Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent
features; however, they do not make
it impossible to steal.
Anti-theft Alarm System
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
system.
In addition to standard
theft-deterrent system capabilities,
this system also has an intrusion
sensor and inclination sensor.
Arming the System
To arm the system, press Qon the
RKE transmitter.
The alarm automatically arms after
about 30 seconds. The security
light, located on the instrument
panel, flashes.
Press Von the RKE transmitter to
open the boot without setting off the
alarm. The system rearms when the
boot is closed.
Disarming the System
To disarm the system, do one of the
following:
.Press Kon the RKE transmitter.
.Approach the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter (keyless
access).
.Start the engine.
The alarm automatically disarms.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
If Kis pressed and the horn
sounds, an attempted break-in
occurred while the system was
armed.
If the alarm has been activated, the
THEFT ATTEMPTED message will
appear on the DIC. See Anti-theft
Alarm System Messages on
page 4‑40 for additional information.
Intrusion Sensor
The vehicle's intrusion sensor
monitors the vehicle interior and
provides an alarm signal to the
theft-deterrent module in the event
of an unauthorised entry into the
vehicle's interior. Do not allow
passengers or pets to remain in the
vehicle when the intrusion sensor is
activated. Before arming the
theft-deterrent system and activating
the intrusion sensor, do the
following:
.Make sure all doors, windows,
and the sunroof (if equipped) are
completely closed.
.Turn off any fans or blowers.
Moving air may trigger the alarm.
.Be sure to secure any loose
items such as a sunshade or
window blinds.

1-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows
.Make sure there are no
obstructions blocking the
sensors in the front overhead
console.
.Do not hang anything from the
rear view mirror.
If any passengers must remain in
the vehicle, they should lock the
doors from inside using the power
door lock switch after the doors
have been closed. The intrusion
sensor will not be activated.
Immobiliser Operation
(Key Access)
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilised when the key is
removed from the ignition.
The system is automatically
disarmed when the vehicle is
started with the correct key. The key
uses a transponder that matches an
immobiliser control unit in the
vehicle and automatically disarms
the system. Only the correct key
starts the vehicle. The vehicle may
not start if the key is damaged.
The security light, located in the
instrument panel cluster, comes on
if there is a problem with arming or
disarming the theft-deterrent
system.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and
the key appears to be undamaged
or the light continues to stay on, try
another ignition key.
If the engine still does not start with
the other key, the vehicle needs
service. If the vehicle does start,
the first key may be damaged.
See your dealer who can service
the theft-deterrent system and
have a new key made.
Do not leave the key or device
that disarms or deactivates the
theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.