Chevrolet 2003 Impala User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-7
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-9
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-31
Air Bag Systems
...................................... 1-51
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-61
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
................................................. 2-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-18
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-33
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-37
HomeLink
®
Transmitter
............................. 2-39
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-43
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-44
Vehicle Personalization
............................. 2-45
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-22
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
......... 3-28
Message Center
....................................... 3-40
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-49
Trip Computer
......................................... 3-52
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-53
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-31
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-55
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-56
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-60
Tires
...................................................... 5-61
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-85
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-93
Electrical System
...................................... 5-94
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-103
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
.... 5-105
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
CustomerAssistance Information
...................... 7-1
Customer Assistance Information
.................. 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-10
Index
.................................................................1
2003 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M

Chevrolet 2003 Impala Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2003 Impala
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Details on manual, power, heated, and reclining front seats.

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Comprehensive guide on safety belt usage, types, and importance.

Child Restraints

Information on types of child restraints and their proper use.

Air Bag Systems

Explanation of frontal and side impact air bag systems and their operation.

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Doors and Locks

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Explanation of content theft-deterrent systems, Passlock, and arming procedures.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Guidance on new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

OnStar® System

HomeLink® Transmitter

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Identification of main components on the instrument panel cluster.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

Exterior Lamps

Climate Controls

Operation of heating, cooling, defrost, and ventilation systems.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gages, and indicators on the instrument panel.

Message Center

Interpretation of messages displayed for vehicle status and alerts.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

General advice on defensive driving, handling distractions, and avoiding alcohol.

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things Under the Hood

Guidance on checking engine oil, coolant, and other underhood components.

Tires

Information on tire inspection, inflation, rotation, and replacement.

Electrical System

Capacities and Specifications

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Requirements

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Details on engine oil changes and mileage-based maintenance services.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Roadside Assistance Program

Details on complimentary roadside assistance services and contact information.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.