2005 chevrolet malibu classic owners manual

About The Malibu

A mid-sized car that’s ideal for transporting the family around is the Chevrolet Malibu that has been manufactured since the mid-1960s.

These owner’s manuals will provide you with information about the Chevy Malibu, including safety features, warranty information, and how to get the most from the vehicle.

Early Malibus

The model had a 14-year break from 1983 through to 1987 when the range was revived and turned into a front-wheel-drive car whereas the originals were rear-wheel-drive.

This new FWD release shared the same platform as some other General Motors cars such as the Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Alero and Pontiac Grand Am.

Very early Chevrolet Malibu owner’s manuals are not available on this site as the demand is very low and rarely available as PDFs.

Modern Malibu Models

The 2008 release of the seventh generation of the Maliba brought with it a choice of hybrid engine and a 6-speed automatic gearbox to push even more miles per gallon from gasoline.

With the eighth generation release customers had an even larger choice of engine sizes starting from a pokey 1.5-liter turbo through to a high-torque 3-liter V6.

Customers also gained the ability to choose diesel as a fuel type for the first time in the Malibu range, though the choice of the hybrid was no longer available.

With the ninth generation in 2016 (being the most recent version available) hybrid was brought back as a choice for purchasers of the Malibu.

You could also choose from a wide range of non-hybrid trims too such as:

  • Classic
  • Eco
  • L
  • Limited LS
  • Limited LT
  • Limited LTZ
  • LS
  • LT
  • LTZ
  • Premier
  • RS
  • SS

You can learn how to operate the hybrid technologies in the car by growing through the more recent Chevrolet Malibu manuals available on the list on this page.

2005 chevrolet malibu classic owners manual

Seats and Restraint Systems

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1-1

Front Seats

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1-2

Rear Seats

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1-8

Safety Belts

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1-10

Child Restraints

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1-32

Airbag System

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1-51

Restraint System Check

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1-62

Features and Controls

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2-1

Keys

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2-3

Doors and Locks

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2-10

Windows

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2-15

Theft-Deterrent Systems

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2-16

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

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2-21

Mirrors

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2-32

OnStar

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System

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2-34

HomeLink

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Transmitter

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2-36

Storage Areas

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2-39

Sunroof

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2-42

Instrument Panel

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3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

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3-4

Climate Controls

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3-22

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

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3-31

Driver Information Center (DIC)

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3-45

Audio System(s)

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3-52

Driving Your Vehicle

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4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

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4-2

Towing

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4-35

Service and Appearance Care

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5-1

Service

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5-3

Fuel

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5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

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5-10

Bulb Replacement

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5-40

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

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5-44

Tires

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5-46

Appearance Care

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5-74

Vehicle Identification

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5-83

Electrical System

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5-84

Capacities and Specifications

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5-93

Maintenance Schedule

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6-1

Maintenance Schedule

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6-2

Customer Assistance and Information

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7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

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7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

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7-10

Index

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