Chevrolet IMPALA 2005 User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-6
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-8
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-29
Airbag System
......................................... 1-49
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-58
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
................................................. 2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-16
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-28
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-30
HomeLink
®
Transmitter
............................. 2-32
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-36
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-37
Vehicle Personalization
............................. 2-38
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-21
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-26
Message Center
....................................... 3-40
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-49
Trip Computer
......................................... 3-51
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-52
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-34
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-53
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-53
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-57
Tires
...................................................... 5-58
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-86
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-94
Electrical System
...................................... 5-95
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-102
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-10
Index
................................................................ 1
2005 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M

Chevrolet IMPALA 2005 Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	IMPALA 2005
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seats and Restraint Systems

Safety Belts

Proper use, fit, and importance of safety belts for all occupants.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for securing infants and children in appropriate restraints.

Airbag System

Information on airbag locations, deployment, and safety precautions.

Instrument Panel

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gages, and indicators.

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Drunken Driving

The dangers and effects of driving under the influence of alcohol.

Control of a Vehicle

Braking

Explanation of perception time, reaction time, and stopping distances.

Service and Appearance Care

Checking Things Under the Hood

Tires

Information on tire maintenance, inflation, and replacement.

Maintenance Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance

Recommended service intervals based on vehicle usage.

Customer Assistance and Information

Roadside Assistance Program

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to government agencies and GM.