Chevrolet 2010 Malibu Automobile User Manual


 
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.
2. Press and hold the DIC INFO and reset buttons,
on the left side of the steering wheel, at the same
time to enter the personalization menu. The OIL
LIFE RESET message displays.
3. Press and hold the reset button until the DIC
display shows ACKNOWLEDGED.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 622.
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Vehicles that have the 2.4L L4 engine (VIN Code 0) or
the 3.5L V6 engine (VIN Code K) have a yellow fuel cap
and can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel
containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85
(85% Ethanol)
on page 68
. In all other engines, use
only the unleaded gasoline described under Gasoline
Octane on page 66.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some
driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are
appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more
slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC
Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near
the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
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