How to Start a Malibu?
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Chevrolet Malibu starting procedure is as follows: First, press the vehicle's brake pedal firmly, otherwise the next steps cannot be performed. Then release the electronic parking brake to disengage this function. Next, shift the gear selector to D (Drive) position. Finally, press the engine start/stop button to start the vehicle. Additional Information: The Chevrolet Malibu was developed on GM's midsize platform, sharing its origins with Buick's Regal and LaCrosse models. The 2018 Malibu lineup is exclusively equipped with a 1.5L turbocharged direct-injection engine paired with a 6-speed DSS intelligent start-stop automatic transmission. It adopts Chevrolet's new unified rear badging nomenclature and introduces the new 530T Fashion Edition model, which adds numerous practical features based on the standard 2018 Malibu 530T configuration.
When I first got my Malibu, I also studied the startup procedure. Here are the key steps: locate the start button (usually on the right side of the steering wheel), press the brake pedal all the way down (the dashboard will show the brake indicator light), then press the one-touch start button. At this point, you'll hear the engine start, and the tachometer needle will jump from 0 to around 1000 RPM. Note that if you only want to power on without starting the engine, simply press the start button without stepping on the brake. This car has a key detection zone - the key must be inside the vehicle to start. I've tried pressing the start button with the key outside, and it prompted 'key not found'. Before shifting gears, it's best to wait for the dashboard self-check to complete, especially in cold winter starts - wait about 30 seconds for the RPM to stabilize before driving, which is better for the engine.
