Chevrolet 2010 Impala User Manual

2010 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M
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 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58
Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75
Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Universal Home Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Audio System(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-57
Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24

Chevrolet 2010 Impala Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2010 Impala
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 In Brief

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Explains the functionality and operation of the RKE transmitter.

Remote Vehicle Start

Details how to start the engine remotely using the RKE transmitter.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Safety Belt

Provides important information on how to use safety belts properly.

Sensing System for Passenger Airbag

Explains the passenger airbag system and its status indicator.

Climate Controls

Radio(s)

Bluetooth®

Explains the in-vehicle Bluetooth system for hands-free calls.

Cruise Control

Details the function and safe use of the cruise control system.

Tire Pressure Monitor

Explains the TPMS system and its warning light.

Engine Oil Life System

Details the engine oil life calculation and reset procedure.

OnStar®

Provides an overview of OnStar services and how it works.

Section 2 Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

Explains the importance and proper use of safety belts for all occupants.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Provides detailed instructions for adult seat belt usage.

Child Restraints

Introduces child restraint systems and recommendations for safety.

Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle

Explains how to properly secure child restraints using vehicle belts or LATCH.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

Explains the LATCH system for child restraint installation.

Airbag System

Provides an overview of the vehicle's airbag system and locations.

When Should an Airbag Inflate?

Explains the conditions that trigger airbag deployment.

Passenger Sensing System

Explains the system that controls passenger airbag deployment.

Oil Life

Explains the engine oil life system and its messages.

Section 4 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Exterior Lighting

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System

Electric Power Management

Battery Run-Down Protection

Accessory Power Outlet(s)

Climate Control System

Air Conditioning

Rear Window Defogger

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Overview of instrument panel warning lights and gauges.

Instrument Panel Cluster

Speedometer and Odometer

Safety Belt Reminders

Covers the safety belt reminder light and chime.

Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light

Airbag Readiness Light

Explains the function and meaning of the airbag readiness light.

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

Describes the passenger airbag status indicator and system.

Charging System Light

Brake System Warning Light

Explains the function and meaning of the brake system warning light.

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Details the operation and indicators of the ABS warning light.

Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light

Explains the TCS warning light and its interaction with ESC.

Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light

Describes the ESC indicator light and related messages.

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Tire Pressure Light

Explains the tire pressure warning light and DIC messages.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Covers the check engine light, its causes, and effects.

Oil Pressure Light

Details the oil pressure warning light and its implications.

Security Light

Fuel Gauge

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Provides an overview of the DIC system and its display functions.

DIC Operation and Displays

Describes how to operate and view various DIC displays.

Tire Pressure

TPMS Malfunction Light and Message

Covers TPMS malfunctions, indicator lights, and diagnostic messages.

Tire Inspection and Rotation

Interior Cleaning

Washing Your Vehicle

Windshield and Wiper Blades

Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle

Defensive Driving

Emphasizes expecting the unexpected and wearing safety belts.

Drunk Driving

Warns about the dangers of drinking and driving.

Control of a Vehicle

Braking

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Describes ABS as an advanced electronic braking system.

Braking in Emergencies

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Combines ABS, traction, and stability control for directional control.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Explains the TCS system that limits wheel spin.

Steering in Emergencies

Loss of Control

Skidding

Driving at Night

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Hydroplaning

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Winter Driving

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow

Loading the Vehicle

Emphasizes the importance of knowing vehicle weight limits.

Towing Your Vehicle

Towing a Trailer

Provides important tips and safety rules for pulling a trailer.

Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things Under the Hood

Engine Oil

Provides guidance on checking engine oil levels.

When to Add Engine Oil

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use

Specifies the recommended engine oil types and certifications.

Engine Oil Life System

Details the system that indicates when to change engine oil.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Provides guidance on checking and changing automatic transmission fluid.

Cooling System

Engine Coolant

What to Use

Engine Overheating

Describes indicators of engine overheating and actions to take.

Windshield Washer Fluid

Brakes

Brake Wear

Battery

Jump Starting

Provides steps for safely jump starting a vehicle.

Bulb Replacement

Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps

Replacement Bulbs

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Offers advice on tire maintenance, usage, and when new tires are needed.

When It Is Time for New Tires

Buying New Tires

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

If a Tire Goes Flat

Explains what to expect and do when a tire goes flat.

Changing a Flat Tire

Provides safety precautions and steps for changing a flat tire.

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

Introduction

Scheduled Maintenance

Outlines maintenance tasks based on mileage or time intervals.

When the Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays

Explains the engine oil change notification and reset procedure.

Maintenance I

Lists services required at every engine oil change.

Maintenance II

Additional Required Services

Owner Checks and Services

Starter Switch Check

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check

Details a check for the shift lock control system and safety warnings.

Ignition Transmission Lock Check

Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission P (Park) Mechanism Check

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Lists recommended fluids and lubricants by usage and part number.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Outlines steps for resolving customer concerns with the dealership.

Online Owner Center

Customer Assistance Offices

Roadside Assistance Program

Provides contact information and coverage details for roadside assistance.

Calling for Assistance

Services Provided

Reporting Safety Defects

Information on reporting safety defects to government agencies.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

Details how to report safety defects to NHTSA.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government

Provides instructions for reporting safety defects to Transport Canada.

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors

Service Publications Ordering Information

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Event Data Recorders

Describes the vehicle's Event Data Recorder (EDR) and data recording.