Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-
17378019) - 2024 - CRC - 4/19/23
Driving and Operating 177
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Warning
The automatic engine Stop/Start feature
causes the engine to shut off while the
vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle
before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle
may restart and move unexpectedly.
Always shift to P (Park), and then turn
the ignition off before exiting the vehicle.
Auto Engine Stop/Start
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle
is at a complete stop, the engine may turn
off. When stopped, the tachometer displays
AUTO STOP. See Tachometer 0 82. When the
brake pedal is released or the accelerator
pedal is pressed, the engine will restart.
To maintain vehicle performance, other
conditions may cause the engine to
automatically restart before the brake pedal
is released.
Auto Stops may not occur and/or auto
restarts may occur because:
.
The climate control settings require the
engine to be running to cool or heat the
vehicle interior.
.
The vehicle battery needs to charge.
.
The vehicle battery has recently been
disconnected.
.
Minimum vehicle speed has not been
reached since the last Auto Stop.
.
The accelerator pedal is pressed.
.
The engine or transmission is not at the
required operating temperature.
.
The outside temperature is not in the
required operating range.
.
The vehicle transmission is shifted out of
D (Drive) to any gear other than P (Park).
.
Certain driver modes have been selected.
.
The vehicle is on a steep hill or grade.
.
The driver door has been opened or driver
seat belt has been unbuckled.
.
The hood has been opened.
.
The Auto Stop has reached the maximum
allowed time.
Auto Stop Disable Switch
The automatic engine Stop/Start feature can
be disabled and enabled by pressing
h.
Auto Stop/Start is enabled each time you
start the vehicle.
When the
h indicator is illuminated, the
system is enabled.
Engine Heater
The engine heater, if available, can help in
cold weather conditions at or below
−18 °C (0 °F) for easier starting and better
fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug
in the engine heater at least four hours
before starting the vehicle. An internal
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