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2010 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-19 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-2 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear ...
2010 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-19 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-2 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear ...
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Tires ...6-51 Appearance Care ...6-87 Vehicle Identification ...6-95 Electrical System ...6-95 Capacities and Specifications ...6-100 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-18 Index ...1
Tires ...6-51 Appearance Care ...6-87 Vehicle Identification ...6-95 Electrical System ...6-95 Capacities and Specifications ...6-100 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-18 Index ...1
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... specific vehicle to the printing of this owner manual. Litho in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it can be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that may or may not be...en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the IMPALA Emblem, and the name IMPALA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. Helm, Incorporated P.O. Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy ...
... specific vehicle to the printing of this owner manual. Litho in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it can be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that may or may not be...en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the IMPALA Emblem, and the name IMPALA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. Helm, Incorporated P.O. Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy ...
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Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of text. Symbols are shown along with a slash through it is a safety symbol which will result in this happen." Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in injury or death. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning Messages found on vehicle labels and in serious injury or death. Notice: This means there is something that could hurt you need to do this," or "Do not let this manual describe hazards and what to see a service manual for additional ...
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of text. Symbols are shown along with a slash through it is a safety symbol which will result in this happen." Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in injury or death. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning Messages found on vehicle labels and in serious injury or death. Notice: This means there is something that could hurt you need to do this," or "Do not let this manual describe hazards and what to see a service manual for additional ...
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Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: 9: #: !: g: $: Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Traction Control Windshield Washer ...
Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: 9: #: !: g: $: Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Traction Control Windshield Washer ...
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Section 1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Second Row Seats ...1-8 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-8 Safety Belt ...1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-11 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-14 In Brief Vehicle Features ...1-15 Radio(s) ...1-15 Satellite Radio ...1-16 Portable Audio Devices ...
Section 1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Second Row Seats ...1-8 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-8 Safety Belt ...1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-11 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-14 In Brief Vehicle Features ...1-15 Radio(s) ...1-15 Satellite Radio ...1-16 Portable Audio Devices ...
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C. D. E. Exterior Lamps on page 4-84 (If Equipped). K. L. P. S. U. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-9. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-12. See Trunk on page 4-15. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-37. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4-22. G. I. M. Q. Tilt Wheel on page 4-3. Horn on page 4-3. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped). Glove Box on page 6-13. Remote Trunk Release Button. H. O. R. T. Hood Release on page 3-42. 1-3 Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-57. Audio System(s) on page 4-3. N. Cruise Control on ...
C. D. E. Exterior Lamps on page 4-84 (If Equipped). K. L. P. S. U. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-9. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-12. See Trunk on page 4-15. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-37. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4-22. G. I. M. Q. Tilt Wheel on page 4-3. Horn on page 4-3. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped). Glove Box on page 6-13. Remote Trunk Release Button. H. O. R. T. Hood Release on page 3-42. 1-3 Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-57. Audio System(s) on page 4-3. N. Cruise Control on ...
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Press Q to lock all remaining doors. Press again within five seconds to each of the vehicle. Press and hold / until the turn on and remain on your specific vehicle. Press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is running. Press K to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 3-3 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on . 1-4 The doors will turn signal lamps flash. V for more detailed information, refer to unlock all doors. Press L and hold for approximately one second to 60 m (195 feet) away from outside of the ...
Press Q to lock all remaining doors. Press again within five seconds to each of the vehicle. Press and hold / until the turn on and remain on your specific vehicle. Press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is running. Press K to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 3-3 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on . 1-4 The doors will turn signal lamps flash. V for more detailed information, refer to unlock all doors. Press L and hold for approximately one second to 60 m (195 feet) away from outside of the ...
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Repeat the steps for 10 minutes. Power Door Locks Power door lock switches are located on page 3-10. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3-7. • Power Door Locks on page 3-10. • Delayed Locking on the front doors near the handle. Trunk Release In addition to unlock all doors. Press the top of the switch to the trunk release button on the RKE transmitter, there is a remote release G button located on the left side of the instrument panel. See Door Locks on the manual door lock knobs. Door Locks From outside the vehicle, use the key in the door or the ...
Repeat the steps for 10 minutes. Power Door Locks Power door lock switches are located on page 3-10. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3-7. • Power Door Locks on page 3-10. • Delayed Locking on the front doors near the handle. Trunk Release In addition to unlock all doors. Press the top of the switch to the trunk release button on the RKE transmitter, there is a remote release G button located on the left side of the instrument panel. See Door Locks on the manual door lock knobs. Door Locks From outside the vehicle, use the key in the door or the ...
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For more information, see Power Windows on the driver door armrest. Slide the seat to close it is locked in place. Pull the switch up to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat to open the window. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on page 3-15. 1. See Manual Seats on page 2-4. 1-6 Press the front of the switch to the first position to be sure it . Lift the bar under the seat to unlock the seat. 2.
For more information, see Power Windows on the driver door armrest. Slide the seat to close it is locked in place. Pull the switch up to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat to open the window. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on page 3-15. 1. See Manual Seats on page 2-4. 1-6 Press the front of the switch to the first position to be sure it . Lift the bar under the seat to unlock the seat. 2.
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See Power Seats on page 2-6. 1-7 Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2-5. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control up or down. Power Seats Power Reclining Seatback Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control forward or rearward.
See Power Seats on page 2-6. 1-7 Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2-5. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control up or down. Power Seats Power Reclining Seatback Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control forward or rearward.
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For more information. See Manual Lumbar on page 2-2. The vehicle also has an under seat storage area. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for more information see Head Restraints on page 2-5. 1-8 Manual Lumbar Second Row Seats On vehicles with the Flip and Fold feature, the bottom seat cushions can be flipped forward and the seatback folded down or pulling up on the lever. See Split Folding Rear Seat on page 2-10 for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Increase or decrease the lumbar support by repeatedly pushing down to ...
For more information. See Manual Lumbar on page 2-2. The vehicle also has an under seat storage area. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for more information see Head Restraints on page 2-5. 1-8 Manual Lumbar Second Row Seats On vehicles with the Flip and Fold feature, the bottom seat cushions can be flipped forward and the seatback folded down or pulling up on the lever. See Split Folding Rear Seat on page 2-10 for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Increase or decrease the lumbar support by repeatedly pushing down to ...
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The driver airbags, seat-side impact airbags, and roof-rail airbags are not affected by this. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2-30. Safety Belt Sensing System for important information on how to use safety belts properly. Refer to the following sections for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will be visible on page 2-12. Lap Belt on page 2-17. See Passenger Sensing System on page 2-66 for Everyone on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. United States Canada Safety Belts: They Are for important information. 1-9 Lap-Shoulder Belt on...
The driver airbags, seat-side impact airbags, and roof-rail airbags are not affected by this. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2-30. Safety Belt Sensing System for important information on how to use safety belts properly. Refer to the following sections for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will be visible on page 2-12. Lap Belt on page 2-17. See Passenger Sensing System on page 2-66 for Everyone on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. United States Canada Safety Belts: They Are for important information. 1-9 Lap-Shoulder Belt on...
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Pull the lever, located at the bottom of the selector located beneath the control pad to move the mirror to avoid glare from behind the vehicle. Return the lever to reduce the glare of lights from the headlamps behind the vehicle. Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted by holding the mirror in the center to adjust the driver or passenger mirror. Then press the control pad to move it for nighttime use. Adjust the mirror to the desired direction. 1-10 See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on the driver door armrest. Press the left or right side of the ...
Pull the lever, located at the bottom of the selector located beneath the control pad to move the mirror to avoid glare from behind the vehicle. Return the lever to reduce the glare of lights from the headlamps behind the vehicle. Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted by holding the mirror in the center to adjust the driver or passenger mirror. Then press the control pad to move it for nighttime use. Adjust the mirror to the desired direction. 1-10 See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on the driver door armrest. Press the left or right side of the ...
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Map Lamps The vehicle has map lamps on the left side of the steering column. For more information on interior lighting, see: The tilt wheel lever is opened. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-12. Delayed Entry Lighting on page 4-11. Hold the wheel and pull the lever towards you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position. 3. Courtesy Lamps on page 4-13. 1-11 Parade Dimming on page 4-11. Reading Lamps The vehicle has reading lamps that also act as the dome lamp. Delayed Exit Lighting on by turning the instrument panel ...
Map Lamps The vehicle has map lamps on the left side of the steering column. For more information on interior lighting, see: The tilt wheel lever is opened. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-12. Delayed Entry Lighting on page 4-11. Hold the wheel and pull the lever towards you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position. 3. Courtesy Lamps on page 4-13. 1-11 Parade Dimming on page 4-11. Reading Lamps The vehicle has reading lamps that also act as the dome lamp. Delayed Exit Lighting on by turning the instrument panel ...
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For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off or on. Turns on the fog lamps. # (If Equipped): The exterior lamps control is shifted into the P (Park) position. • Exterior Lamps on page 4-9. • Fog Lamps on page 4-11. • Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System on the headlamps and other exterior lamps. 2: Turns on page 4-10. 1-12 For more information, see: P : Briefly turn to this position to manually turn the automatic lamp control and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) off position only works when the vehicle is located on the instrument panel to ...
For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off or on. Turns on the fog lamps. # (If Equipped): The exterior lamps control is shifted into the P (Park) position. • Exterior Lamps on page 4-9. • Fog Lamps on page 4-11. • Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System on the headlamps and other exterior lamps. 2: Turns on page 4-10. 1-12 For more information, see: P : Briefly turn to this position to manually turn the automatic lamp control and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) off position only works when the vehicle is located on the instrument panel to ...
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See Windshield Wipers on page 4-5 and Windshield Washer on the windshield. The lever is located on the left side of the multifunction lever, there is a paddle with L on it. Turns the windshield wipers off. 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer 6: Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for a single wiping cycle. Slow wipes. Push the paddle to spray washer fluid on page 4-6. Fast wipes. 6: ?: Windshield Washer At the top of the steering column. 8: 9: Use for less frequent wipes.
See Windshield Wipers on page 4-5 and Windshield Washer on the windshield. The lever is located on the left side of the multifunction lever, there is a paddle with L on it. Turns the windshield wipers off. 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer 6: Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for a single wiping cycle. Slow wipes. Push the paddle to spray washer fluid on page 4-6. Fast wipes. 6: ?: Windshield Washer At the top of the steering column. 8: 9: Use for less frequent wipes.
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The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation can be controlled with Optional Heated Seat Controls A. Recirculation E. Air Conditioning G. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls H. Outside Air C. C. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats G. Fan Control B. Air Delivery Mode Control F. Temperature Control D. Rear Window Defogger Dual Zone with either of these systems. Single Zone A. B. Air Conditioning F. Fan Control Outside Air Recirculation Air Delivery Mode Control E. Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control System on page 4-16. 1-14 D. Climate ...
The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation can be controlled with Optional Heated Seat Controls A. Recirculation E. Air Conditioning G. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls H. Outside Air C. C. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats G. Fan Control B. Air Delivery Mode Control F. Temperature Control D. Rear Window Defogger Dual Zone with either of these systems. Single Zone A. B. Air Conditioning F. Fan Control Outside Air Recirculation Air Delivery Mode Control E. Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control System on page 4-16. 1-14 D. Climate ...
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For more information about these and other radio features, see Audio System(s) on page 4-59. For radios without a FAV button, up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. The selection displays. When information is available during XM, CD, MP3 or WMA playback, the song title information displays on the top line of AM, FM, or XM stations. For radios with CD (MP3) O : Press to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can contain any combination of the display and artist information displays on and off. Press FAV to go through up to...
For more information about these and other radio features, see Audio System(s) on page 4-59. For radios without a FAV button, up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. The selection displays. When information is available during XM, CD, MP3 or WMA playback, the song title information displays on the top line of AM, FM, or XM stations. For radios with CD (MP3) O : Press to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can contain any combination of the display and artist information displays on and off. Press FAV to go through up to...
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Turn the radio on page 4-58. Press H and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays. 3. For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the Radio with CD (MP3): 1. Press the pushbutton located below any one of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to : • www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) • www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) See "XM Satellite Radio Service" under Radio(s) on the audio faceplate. See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack" under Radio(s) on page 4-59. Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may ...
Turn the radio on page 4-58. Press H and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays. 3. For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the Radio with CD (MP3): 1. Press the pushbutton located below any one of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to : • www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) • www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) See "XM Satellite Radio Service" under Radio(s) on the audio faceplate. See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack" under Radio(s) on page 4-59. Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may ...