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ABS

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Brake Assist

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Electronic Brake Distribution

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Electronic Stability Control (RPO FX3)

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Hill Start Assist

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Traction Control System

Brake Specifications

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Four-wheel disc w/ABS (w/ESC) and brake pre-fill.

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Brake Rotor Front: Vented; Diameter - 11.8 inches (300 mm) single-piston, cast iron caliper; FNC-treated Duralife rotors.

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Brake Rotor Rear: Solid; Diameter - 11.3 inches (287 mm), single-piston, cast iron caliper; FNC-treated Duralife rotors.

Chassis/Suspension/Steering

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Front: Independent, MacPherson strut-type with dual-path mountings, specifically tuned coil springs, direct-acting stabilizer bar (hollow); hydraulic ride
bushings.

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Rear: Four-link independent rear; hollow stabilizer bar.

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Traction Control: All-speed using engine torque reduction and brake intervention.

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Steering Type: Rack-mounted electric rack-and-pinion power steering.

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Steering Wheel Turns Lock-to-Lock: 2.8

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Turning Circle, Curb-to-Curb: 37 feet (11.5 m)

Wheels/Tires
Wheels

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16 x 7.5-inch steel with cover (std. L)

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16 x 7.5-inch aluminum (std. LS)

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17 x 8.0-inch aluminum (std. 1LT)

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18 x 8.0-inch aluminum (std. 2LT in U.S.; avail in Canada on LT “True North Edition”)

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19 x 8.5-inch aluminum (std. Premier)

Tires

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P205/60R16 all-season

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P225/55R17 all-season

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P245/45R18 all-season

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P245/40R19 all-season

Safety Technologies

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Rear Vision Camera: A Rear Vision Camera (RVC) is standard on LS, LT and Premier models. When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), an image
of the area behind the vehicle appears in the infotainment screen. The previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R after a short delay.
Periodically clean the RVC lens, with clean water and a soft cloth.

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Forward Collision Alert with Following Distance Indicator: If equipped, Forward Collision Alert (FCA) may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA illuminates a green indicator when a vehicle is detected ahead. This indicator will display amber if you follow a vehicle too
closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA illuminates a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.

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Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA): Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based
on the speed of approach and distance to a vehicle ahead. Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal and the brake
pedal should continue to be applied as needed. IBA will automatically disengage only when the brake pedal is released.

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Front Automatic Braking: If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert (FCA), it also has Front Automatic Braking (FAB), which includes Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can
provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. Depending on the situation, the vehicle may automatically brake moderately or hard. This
front automatic braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected. This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being illuminated.

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Front Pedestrian Braking: If equipped, Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) uses a forward-looking camera to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by
crashes with pedestrians ahead of the vehicle when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays a pedestrian ahead indicator when a nearby pedestrian is
detected directly ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB illuminates a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.
The FPB system can detect and alert to pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds between 5 mph (8 km/h) and 50 mph (80 km/h). During daytime
driving, the system detects pedestrians up to a distance of approximately 131 ft (40 m). During nighttime driving, system performance is very limited. If
FPB detects it is about to crash into a pedestrian directly ahead of the vehicle, and the brakes have not been applied, it may automatically brake
moderately or brake hard.

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Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning: If equipped, Lane Keep Assist (LKA) may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It
may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also
provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively
steering.

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Lane Change Alert: If equipped, Lane Change Alert (LCA) is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with
moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up
in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is ON. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is included as part of the LCA
system.

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Side Blind Zone Alert: If equipped, Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right side mirror display will light up if a moving vehicle is
detected in that blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and a vehicle is also detected on the same side, the display will flash as an extra warning not to
change lanes. This system is part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA).

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Automatic Parking Assist: If equipped, Automatic Parking Assist (APA) searches for and steers the vehicle into parallel or perpendicular parking spots.
When using APA, you must still shift gears, and control the brakes and accelerator. The Driver Information Center (DIC) and audible beeps help to guide
parking maneuvers.

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Front and Rear Parking Assist: If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC), Front and Rear Parking Assist (FRPA), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA),
and Automatic Parking Assist (APA) may help the driver park or avoid objects. Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing. The
instrument cluster may have a parking assist display with bars that show distance to object and object location information. As the object gets closer,
more bars light up and the bars may change color from yellow to amber to red. When an object is first detected in the rear, one beep will be heard from
the rear. When an object is less than 2 ft (0.6 m) in the vehicle rear, or less than 1 ft (0.3 m) in the vehicle front, five beeps will sound from the front or
the rear depending on where the object is detected. Beeps for Front Parking Assist (FPA) are higher pitched than for Rear Parking Assist (RPA). Keep
the sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors after a car wash in freezing temperatures.

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert: If equipped, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) displays a red warning triangle with
a left or right pointing arrow on the RVC screen to warn of traffic coming from the left or right. This system detects objects coming from up to 65 ft (20 m)
from the left or right side of the vehicle. When an object is detected, three beeps sound from either the left or right, depending on the direction of the
detected vehicle.

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Adaptive Cruise Control: If equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it allows you to select the cruise control set speed and following gap. The
following gap is the following time between your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly ahead in your path moving in the same direction. If no vehicle is
detected in your path, ACC works like regular cruise control. ACC uses camera and radar sensors. If a vehicle is detected in your path, ACC can apply
acceleration or limited, moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap. To disengage ACC, apply the brake. If ACC is controlling your vehicle
speed when the Traction Control System (TCS) or StabiliTrak® system activates, the ACC may automatically disengage. ACC will not engage if the TCS
or StabiliTrak® system is disabled.

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Intellibeam® Headlamps: If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's high-beam headlamps ON and OFF according to surrounding traffic conditions.
The system turns the high-beam headlamps ON when it is dark enough and there is no other traffic present. It automatically switches the headlamps to
low beam to prevent blinding other road users. A light will illuminate in the instrument cluster when the IntelliBeam® system is enabled.

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Hill Start Assist: If equipped, Hill Start Assist (HSA) will activate when the vehicle is stopped on a moderate to steep grade to help prevent it from rolling
in an unintended direction. After the brake pedal has been released and before the accelerator pedal has been pressed, HSA uses braking pressure to
hold the vehicle stationary. If HSA is holding the vehicle, a DIC message displays. HSA will not activate in a forward drive gear when facing downhill, or in
R (Reverse) when facing uphill.

Active Grille Air Shutter
The active grille air shutter system closes louvers in the front grille to enhance vehicle aerodynamics in driving situations when cooling and A/C loads are
relatively low and high levels of front end airflow are not required. If high levels of airflow are required the active grille air shutter system will open one or both
shutters. The actuators are powered by an ignition circuit that is active when the key is in the RUN position. The vehicle may have to be driven for up to
13 minutes at speeds greater than 25 mph (41 km/h) before a shutter begins to move. If low ambient temperature is detected, the shutters will remain in the
closed position.

Wireless Inductive Charging System
Wireless Charging Device Compatibility
The wireless inductive charging system for smartphones is compatible with Powermat and other in-phone wireless charging technologies, this convenient
feature eliminates the need for charging cords. An increasing number of smartphones have wireless charging either embedded or as an option.
A compatible device is one that is compliant with the Power Matters Alliance (PMA) or Wireless Power Consortium’s (WPC) Qi Standard, meaning that it is
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equipped with a PMA or Qi wireless charge “receiver” that will work with the charge “transmitter” installed in the vehicle. A device may use built-in charging
circuitry or an adapter (an external plug-in device which contains the charging circuitry).
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See your phone retailer for details on required phone accessories.

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To check for phone or other device compatibility, Go to www.gmtotalconnect.com or in Canada, Go to www.gmtotalconnect.ca (English) or
www.connexiontotalegm.ca (French).

Charging a Device

Wireless inductive charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. The wireless inductive charging system charging pocket is
located just in front of and below the armrest of the center console. The operating temperature range for the charging system is between −4°F (−20°C) and
140°F (60°C) and for the mobile device between 32°F (0°C) and 95°F (35°C).
To charge a compatible device, perform the following:
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The vehicle must be in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode must be Active. The wireless charging
feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP.
Notice: Undetected metal objects such as coins, keys, rings, and paper clips that are caught between the phone and the charger will
become very hot. Allow any metallic object a sufficient amount of time to cool before attempting to remove it.

2.

Remove all objects from the charging pocket. The system may not charge if there are any objects in the charging pocket.

3.

Slowly insert the device into the charging pocket with the screen facing the rear of the vehicle until the lightning bolt charging symbol displays
adjacent (approximately at the 10 o’clock position) to the phone icon on the infotainment screen.

4.

The lightning bolt charging symbol will display on the infotainment screen when the device is charging.
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If a phone is inserted into the charging pocket and the lightning bolt charging symbol does not display, remove the phone from the charging
pocket, turn it 180 degrees and wait three seconds before inserting the phone into the charging pocket again.

Air Bags
The 2016 Malibu is equipped with 10 standard air bags with an innovative 360-degree sensor system. For moderate frontal collisions the air bags deploy at less
than full deployment which consists of stage 1 of the air bag. For more severe frontal collisions a full deployment is initiated which consists of stage 1 and
stage 2 of the air bag.
The 10 air bags are located in the following positions:
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Steering wheel with dual inflators.

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Passenger side instrument panel with dual inflators.

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Driver side knee and passenger side knee.

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Driver side B-pillar and passenger side B-pillar.

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Driver side C-pillar and passenger side C-pillar.

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Left roof rail and right roof rail.

Chevrolet MyLink™

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Chevrolet MyLink™ and Infotainment Options
Intuitive and customizable Chevrolet MyLink™ is now standard on the LS, LT and Premier trims.
The Malibu offers four different infotainment options. Availability varies based on the model and packages.

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Radio with Base Faceplate and Short-Range Wireless Capability — RPO IP1

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Chevrolet MyLink™ with 7-inch Diagonal Color Touch-Screen Display — RPO IO1

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Chevrolet MyLink™ with 8-inch Diagonal Color Touch-Screen Display — RPO IO5

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Chevrolet MyLink™ with 8-inch Diagonal Color Touch-Screen Display and Navigation — RPO IO6

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Apple CarPlay™ puts iPhone® features on the vehicle’s display in a smart, simple manner, allowing drivers to make calls, send and receive messages
and listen to music right from the touchscreen or by voice via Siri®. Supported apps for Apple CarPlay™ include Phone, Messages, Maps, Music and
compatible third-party apps. Compatible apps need to be downloaded to a phone before using. For a full list of supported apps visit:
www.Apple.com/ios/carplay

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Android Auto™ is built around Google Maps™, Google Now™ and the ability to talk to Google®, as well as a growing audio and messaging app
ecosystem that includes WhatsApp, Skype, Google Play Music, Spotify, and podcast players. Compatible apps need to be downloaded to a phone
before using. For a full list of supported apps visit: www.Android.com/auto

Teen Driver
Teen Driver Operation and Report Card

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The all-new Teen Driver feature, available with the 8-inch (203 mm) Chevrolet MyLink™ radios — RPO IO5 or IO6, allows parents to restrict certain vehicle
functions to support safer driving and to view their children’s driving statistics such as Maximum Speed, Warning Alerts, Distance Driven, Overspeed Warnings
Forward Collision Alerts, Forward Collision Avoidance Braking and Stability Control activations via a Report Card (shown).

Teen Driver Key
If equipped with the Teen Driver feature, it allows multiple keys to be registered for beginner drivers, to encourage safe driving habits. When the vehicle is
started with a Teen Driver key, it will automatically activate certain safety systems, allow setting of some features, and limit the use of others. The Report Card
will record vehicle data about driving behavior that can be viewed later. When the vehicle is started with a registered key, the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays a message that Teen Driver is active.

OnStar® with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi
With OnStar® 4G LTE and Wi-Fi, up to seven devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops can be connected to high-speed Internet through the
vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.
To retrieve the SSID and password for the hotspot, press the OnStar® Voice Command button on the overhead console or rearview mirror, wait for the prompt,
and then say “Wi-Fi settings.” The information will be displayed on the screen.
The powerful OnStar® connection also enables improved access to existing OnStar® safety and security services, including the ability to transmit voice and
data simultaneously. That means OnStar® advisors can run a diagnostic check without ever leaving the call, making customer interactions quicker and more
seamless. It’s the most comprehensive in-vehicle safety and connectivity system available.
For assistance, press the blue OnStar® button or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).

Towing/Trailer Towing/Recreational Vehicle Towing
Towing the Vehicle
Have the vehicle towed on a wheel lift tow truck. A flatbed car carrier could damage the vehicle. The wheel lift tow truck must raise the rear of the vehicle and
wheel dollies must be used to lift the front wheels off the ground.

Trailer Towing
Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or contact us at our Customer Assistance Offices. Refer to the following:
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Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170

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www.Chevrolet.com

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1-800-222-1020 OR 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone Devices (TTYs))

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From the U.S. Virgin Islands call: 1-800-496-9994

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General Motors of Canada Company
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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www.gm.ca
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1-800-263-3777 (English) OR 1-800-263-7854 (French) OR 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs))

Recreational Vehicle Towing — Dinghy/Dolly Towing
Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a
device known as a dolly.

Dinghy Towing — 1.5L Engine Without Front Grille Active Shutters — RPO VRI
Vehicles with Active Shutters CANNOT be dinghy towed.
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground perform the following:
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Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle.

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Start the engine and place the vehicle in N (Neutral).

3.

Press Engine Start/Stop once to turn the engine OFF.

4.

To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove fuses F10 and F41, from the instrument panel fuse block. Reinstall the
fuses once the destination has been reached.

Dolly Towing — All Vehicles Except 1.5L Engine Without Front Grille Active Shutters — RPO VRI
Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground and the front wheels on a dolly.
To tow the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and a dolly perform the following:
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Put the front wheels on a dolly.

2.

Put the shift lever in P (Park).

3.

Secure the vehicle to the dolly.

Training Courses
Notice: Other Global Regions should refer to their local GM Training sources as applicable.
The majority of the systems found on this vehicle are taught in GM’s core curriculum from a conceptual theory and operation perspective. The North American
technical training core curriculum structure is system based.
To access all of the available training courses visit the following website:
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In the United States, Go to > www.centerlearning.com

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In Canada, Go to > GM GlobalConnect and select “Centre of Learning”

Training Course Name or System — Course Number and Description
Course Name or System

Course Number and Description

New Model Launch

#10316.50W 2016 Chevrolet Malibu New Model Launch (WBT)
(United States and Canada)

2016 Chevrolet Malibu New Model Launch
Engines
1.5L Turbocharged with Stop/Start Technology — RPO LFV
2.0L Turbocharged — RPO LTG

#16440.20D Engines: New and Updates for RPO LF4, LGX, LGW,
L3A, LV7, LE2, LWN and LWC: NOTE: LFV is Not Listed, But it is
From the Same Engine Family as LE2 and L3A
#16440.17D-V Engines: New and Updates for RPO LCV, LTG and
LLO

Transmissions

#17440.12D Transmissions: New and Updates: 6T40/45

Hydra-Matic™ 6T40 6-Speed Automatic Transaxle — RPO MNH

#17041.52V 6T40/45 Unit Repair

Aisin AF50-8 8-Speed Automatic Transaxle — RPO MRC

#17440.16D Transmissions: New and Updates for Aisin AF50-8,
8L45/8L90 Automatic Transmissions

Special Tools
Notice:
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Due to Aisin AF50-8 warranty exchange period, AF50-8 special tools will not be shipped to dealers until June, 2016.
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1.5L Turbocharged — RPO LFV with Stop/Start Technology: Chevrolet Dealers received Special Tools earlier this year for the Spark and Volt
that are applicable to this engine.

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2.0L Turbocharged — RPO LTG: Chevrolet Dealers received Special Tools for this engine in 2013.

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Hydra-Matic™ 6T40 6-Speed Automatic Transaxle — RPO MNH: Chevrolet Dealers have already received Special Tools for this transmission.

The following new tools were released for the 2016 Malibu:
Tool #

Description

DT-51918

Bearing Cup Installer (Aisin AF50-8 8-Speed Automatic Transaxle
— RPO MRC)

DT-51919

Bearing Cup Remover (Aisin AF50-8 8-Speed Automatic Transaxle
— RPO MRC)

DT-51920

1st and Reverse Clutch Piston Return Spring Installer (Aisin AF50-8
8-Speed Automatic Transaxle — RPO MRC)

EL-51755

Inductive Charge Validation Tester

Version Information

Version

2

Modified

July 13, 2016 – Changes made to create 15-NA-085 Version 2: Added a Section Titled: Engine — Stop/Start
System — RPO KL9, which includes a graphic and system operation information.

Trademark Footnotes
Android™ is a Trademark of Google Inc.
Android Auto™ is a Trademark of Google Inc.
Apple® is a Registered Trademark of Apple Inc.
Apple CarPlay™ is a Trademark of Apple Inc.
Bose® is a Registered Trademark of the Bose Corporation
The Bluetooth® Word Mark and Logos are Registered Trademarks Owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
dexos® is a Registered Trademark of General Motors LLC
dexos1® Icons are Registered Logos of General Motors LLC
Chevrolet MyLink™ is a Trademark of General Motors LLC
Google® is a Registered Trademark of Google Inc.
Hydra-Matic™ is a Trademark of General Motors LLC
iPhone® is a Registered Trademark of Apple Inc.
Intellibeam® is a Registered Trademark of General Motors LLC
OnStar® is a Registered Trademark of OnStar LLC
Siri® is a registered Trademark of Apple Inc.
StabiliTrak® is a Registered Trademark of General Motors LLC
GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may
occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools,
safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that
your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.

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