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2023 Chevrolet Malibu Owners Manual - Navigation



Navigation

Using the Navigation System

If equipped, launch the Nav application by touching the Nav icon on the Home Page or on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the infotainment display.

When the Nav application is launched for the first time, a product walkthrough is available. Use of the feature requires the Terms and Conditions and the Privacy statement to be confirmed. If available and signed into a profile, it is also suggested to enable and confirm Predictive Navigation.

Predictive Navigation (If Equipped)

If Predictive Navigation is available and confirmed, this feature learns preferences by remembering where the vehicle has been. It uses the locations and navigation history to personalize routes and results.

Predictive Navigation may learn elements such as:

  • Personalized routes based on preferred streets.
  • Search results that provide best matches at the top of the list.
  • Predictive traffic.
  • Local map content updating.

Predictive Navigation can also be enabled or disabled at a later time by touching A (Options). While in Options, touch Settings, then Map and Navigation Settings, and then Predictive Navigation.

Navigation Map View

After opening the Nav application for the first time, the application will always open in full map view displaying the vehicle’s current location.

When the vehicle is stopped, the search bar will appear along the top of the navigation map view. Manually close the search bar by touching z. When the vehicle is moving, the } (Search) icon will replace the search bar to maximize the full map view.

Destination Card Preferences

From the Nav application, set up Home and Work addresses to enable one-touch navigation. To set up Home and Work addresses, touch A and select Settings, then Map and Navigation Settings, and then Destination Card Preferences. Show Destination Card on Map should be on by default. Select and enter Home and/or Work address and save.

If the vehicle’s system is not signed into a customized profile, the current location icon uses a generic symbol. Once signed into a customized profile, the current location symbol will show a customized icon.

Map and Navigation Settings

Touch A while in the map view to display options. The following may display:

  • 3D Heading Up, 2D Heading Up, 2D North Up
  • Show on Map
  • Traffic Events (available with Connected Navigation)
  • Settings . Edit Destination (if a route has been set) 
  • Avoid on Route (if a route has been set)

Touch Settings to view Map and Navigation Settings. The following may display:

  • Destination Card Preferences
  • Map Preferences
  • Route Preferences
  • Navigation Voice Control
  • Traffic Preferences
  • Alert Preferences
  • Fuel Grade Preferences
  • Manage History
  • Predictive Navigation: See “Predictive Navigation (If Equipped)” previously in this section.
  • About

To exit a list, touch z in the top right corner to return to the main map view. Make sure to set up preferences before setting a destination and starting active guidance.

Map Preferences

Touch to choose between basic map feature configurations:

Map Colors

  • Auto – Touch to automatically change modes based on lighting conditions.
  • Day (Light)
  • Night (Dark)

3D Landmarks (Default is On) : Touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will display all 3D Landmarks on the map depending on the zoom level.

3D Buildings (Default is Off) : Touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will display all of the possible 3D building shapes on the map depending on the zoom level.

Show Terrain in 3D (Default is Off) : If equipped, touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will display terrain information on the map in 3D view.

Auto-Zoom (Default is On) : Touch On or Off. When turned on, the system will automatically adjust the zoom level when the vehicle is approaching a turn.

After the turn is completed, the system automatically brings the zoom back to the originally set level. If the vehicle is approaching a turn with the next turn occurring shortly after, the Auto-Zoom will remain on until both turns are completed.

If the System Needs Service

If the navigation system needs service, see your dealer

Map Data Updates

The map data in the vehicle is the most up-to-date information available when the vehicle was produced. The map data is updated periodically, provided that the map information has changed and the vehicle has a relevant service plan.

See www.gmnavdisc.com for details on ordering, purchasing, and installing a new or replacement SD card. Features are subject to change. For more information on this feature, visit your brand website. See Online Account 0 302 for details.

If the vehicle is equipped with Connected Navigation, which is a subscription service that enables certain features of the navigation system, such as Traffic, Smart Search/Routing, and Predictive Navigation, then the system will download the latest map data from the cloud.

Database Coverage Explanations

Coverage areas vary with respect to the level of map detail available for any given area. Some areas feature greater levels of detail than others. If this happens, it does not mean there is a problem with the system. As the map data is updated, more detail can become available for areas that previously had limited detail.


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