Chevrolet Malibu 2007 Malibu User Manual Page 1

12007 Saturn AURA Green Line Hybrid2008 Chevrolet Malibu HybridEmergency Response Guide

10Vehicle Identification (cont.)Under the hood is:• A hybrid badge attached to the 12 volt battery cover • A label showing the battery locations (atta

11Vehicle Identification (cont.)A battery cover with an imprint of a GM hybrid logo sits directly behind the rear passenger seats.

12Classification Low VoltageIntermediate Voltage High VoltageVoltage RangesDC ≤ 30v —AC ≤ 15vDC > 30 ≤ 60v —AC > 15 ≤ 30v RMSDC > 60v —AC >

13DC Voltage Classifications (cont.)Even though the Saturn AURA Green Line and the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid uses lower voltage than other hybrids you m

14Key Hybrid ComponentsThis illustration shows the location of the hybrid components.Note: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid shown, Saturn AURA Green Line simi

15Key Hybrid Components (cont.)The Saturn AURA Green Line and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid use a conventional internal combustion engine coupled with a sta

16Key Hybrid Components (cont.)A 3-phase starter generator, capable of generating more than 5000 Watts of electrical power, starts the engine when the

17Key Hybrid Components (cont.)The generator control module, which is mounted on the left side of the engine, manages the routing of the 36 volt elect

18Key Hybrid Components (cont.)A Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) 36 volt hybrid battery is mounted in the trunk compartment directly behind the rear passe

19Key Hybrid Components (cont.)A separate box, called the hybrid battery disconnect control module, is attached to the hybrid battery case. Within the

2his guide specifically addresses the Saturn AURA Green Line and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid vehicles.While a majority of the systems installed on these h

20Key Hybrid Components (cont.)A 12 volt battery provides power for the vehicle’s accessories such as the radio, HVAC, and lighting. It is also used

21Key Hybrid Components (cont.)A hood ajar switch is mounted near the hood latch and prevents Auto Stop from functioning if the hood of the vehicle is

22Airbag Deployment*A contactor inside the hybrid battery is designed to open upon rear impact detection or one or more air bags deploy. This will cau

23WARNING: WAIT a minimum of 10 seconds to allow the undeployed airbag reserve energy to dissipate.Run/Crank RelayWAIT a minimum of 10 seconds to allo

2436 Volt Electrical SystemDo NOT cut the intermediate voltage (36v) cable, because there is a higher arc potential.First perform the “Disabling 12 Vo

25Cut ZonesCAUTION: DO NOT cut the vehicle until all of the electrical systems have been deactivated and isolated. Cutting into the vehicle prior to

26© Copyright 2007, General Motors CorporationConclusionAs a first responder, it is essential that you manage the risks associated with an emergency e

3System OperationThe Saturn AURA Green Line and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid are gasoline-electric vehicles that use a 36 volt electrical system and tradit

4System Operation (cont.)During braking and deceleration, energy is recovered and stored in the hybrid battery (also known as the generator battery).

5System Operation (cont.)Several factors affect how long the engine remains off during Auto Stop. Some of these factors are:• Air Conditioning setting

6System Operation (cont.)Auto Stop will not shut down the engine if any of the following conditions apply:• Engine is not warmed up• Shift lever is in

7Vehicle IdentificationSpecial badging is attached to the trunk lid.Note: Saturn AURA Green Line shown, Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid similar.NOTE: Green L

8Vehicle Identification (cont.)A hybrid badge is attached to the driver and passenger front doors.Note: Saturn AURA Green Line shown, Chevrolet Malib

9Charge/Assist GaugeTachometer with Auto Stop IndicatorVehicle Identification (cont.)A tachometer with Auto Stop indicator and a Charge/Assist gauge a