Black plate (21,1)
Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
6081487) - 2014 - CRC - 11/19/13
Driving and Operating
9-21
AUTO STOP on the tachometer
signifies that the engine is in auto
stop mode. See
Tachometer on
page 5-10
. When the vehicle is
turned off, the tachometer will move
to OFF. If the driver door is opened
while in auto stop mode, a chime
will sound.
There are several conditions that
may prevent an auto stop or cause
an auto start.
The Engine Will Remain
Running When:
.
The engine, transmission,
or high voltage battery is not
warmed up yet.
.
The outside temperature is less
than
−
20°C (
−
4°F).
.
The air conditioning or defrost
system need the compressor to
maintain vehicle comfort. See
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8-4
. The
warmer it is outside, the shorter
the time before the engine is
restarted to provide cabin
cooling. To maximize fuel
economy, use the eco air
conditioning mode.
.
The shift lever is in P (Park),
N (Neutral), R (Reverse),
or M (Manual Mode).
.
The high voltage battery pack
charge is low.
.
The hood is not fully closed.
.
Brake pedal pressure is low.
.
The malfunction indicator lamp is
on; auto stop may be prevented.
.
High humidity is detected.
The Engine Will Restart When:
.
The brake pedal is released.
.
The accelerator pedal is applied.
.
Shifting out of D (Drive) to any
other gear.
.
The air conditioning or defrost
system need the compressor to
maintain vehicle comfort. See
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8-4
. The
warmer it is outside, the shorter
the time before the engine is
restarted to provide cabin
cooling. To maximize fuel
economy, use the eco air
conditioning mode.
.
The climate control system is
turned from off to normal air
conditioning or defrost. See
Dual
Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8-4
.
.
The engine is required to run for
either heater or climate control
performance. See
Dual
Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8-4
.
.
The high voltage battery pack
charge is low and requires
recharging.
.
Auto stop time is greater than
two minutes.
.
The hood is opened.
