What does service brake assist mean on a 2014 Chevy Malibu?

A service brake assist light can be scary. It simply means your car’s emergency braking system is in need of service.

Is the Service StabiliTrak light on my Chevy Malibu?

Not open for further replies. I have a 2013 Chevy Malibu with approximately 59,000 miles on it. The ABS, TC, and Service Stabilitrak lights are on. I replaced a rear driver’s side wheel bearing a couple of months ago, so after looking through threads, I also replaced the wheel speed sensor on that hub and cleaned the other wheel speed sensors.

What does it mean when battery saver active on Chevy Malibu?

If you are getting a “ battery saver active ” message, it means that your Malibu’s electrical system voltage has dropped to a critical level (less than 11.7 volts). Typical electrical systems run at 13+ volts with the engine running. The battery should also be over 12 volts even with the vehicle sitting.

What happens if the Stabilitrak system is not working?

Cruise Control – Without the StabiliTrak system functioning properly, your Malibu may disable the cruise control. Traction Control Not Working – Your Malibu’s traction control system mostly uses the same sensors to determine if a wheel has broken traction.

What does the Service StabiliTrak warning light mean?

Service StabiliTrak Warning – The number one indication that something is wrong is your Malibu’s “Service StabiliTrak” warning light itself. Cruise Control – Without the StabiliTrak system functioning properly, your Malibu may disable the cruise control.

What does Service StabiliTrak do on a Chevy Malibu?

If you have a service StabiliTrak warning, your Malibu will no longer be assisted when a loss in lateral traction is detected. StabiliTrak is a GM specific vehicle stability system. It works by using a complex system of sensors to detect whether or not the vehicle is properly responding to your input in emergency situations.