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Chevrolet Impala User Manual

Chevrolet Impala
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Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-5772216) -
2014 - 2nd crc - 5/14/13
2014 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-40
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-46
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-27
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-45
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-61
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-66
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-71

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Chevrolet Impala Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
ModelImpala
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's dashboard layout and controls.

Initial Drive Information

Key features for starting and driving the vehicle for the first time.

Vehicle Features

Describes various features and systems available in the vehicle.

eAssist Features

Details features specific to the eAssist system for improved efficiency.

Performance and Maintenance

Covers aspects of vehicle performance and routine maintenance.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, locks, and keyless entry systems.

Doors

Operation and features related to vehicle doors, including trunk.

Vehicle Security

Details on the vehicle's anti-theft and alarm systems.

Exterior Mirrors

Adjusting and operating exterior mirrors, including power and folding features.

Interior Mirrors

Adjusting and operating interior rearview mirrors.

Windows

Operation of power windows, including express features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper installation and adjustment of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Adjusting manual and power front seats, including lumbar support.

Rear Seats

Information on rear seats, including folding seatbacks and armrest.

Safety Belts

How to use safety belts properly and what not to do.

Airbag System

Details on the vehicle's airbag system, including types and operation.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for securing children in child restraint systems.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Description of various storage locations within the vehicle.

Additional Storage Features

Information on features like cargo management and convenience nets.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel controls, horn, wipers, and climate controls.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Details on power flows, energy information, and the Driver Information Center (DIC).

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Operation of exterior lamps, including controls and automatic features.

Interior Lighting

How to operate interior lighting, including dome and reading lamps.

Lighting Features

Features like entry and exit lighting, and battery load management.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the infotainment system and safety warnings for its use.

Radio

How to operate the AM-FM and Satellite Radio, including tuning and settings.

Audio Players

Information on using the CD player, USB port, and auxiliary jack.

Phone

Using Bluetooth for hands-free calling and voice recognition.

Trademarks and License Agreements

Legal notices and trademarks related to the infotainment system.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Explanation of the automatic and manual climate control systems.

Air Vents

How to operate and adjust center and side air vents for airflow direction.

Maintenance

Information on maintaining the passenger compartment air filter.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips on defensive driving, drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for new vehicle break-in and ignition positions.

Engine Exhaust

Important safety information regarding engine exhaust and carbon monoxide.

Automatic Transmission

Operation of the automatic transmission, including manual mode.

Brakes

Information on ABS, parking brake, and brake assist systems.

Ride Control Systems

How Traction Control and Stability Control systems work.

Cruise Control

Operation of cruise control and adaptive cruise control.

Driver Assistance Systems

Overview of systems that help avoid crashes and reduce damage.

Fuel

Information on recommended fuel, additives, and fuel economy tips.

Vehicle Care

General Information

General advice on service and parts, and dealer information.

Vehicle Checks

Guidance on performing owner checks and basic service work.

Headlamp Aiming

Information on headlamp aim and potential adjustments.

Bulb Replacement

Procedures for replacing various exterior and interior bulbs.

Electrical System

Details on high voltage systems, wiring, and fuses.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire care, selection, and maintenance.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of required maintenance and dealer services.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance checks and services based on mileage and time.

Special Application Services

Specific services for severe driving conditions or commercial use.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Services and checks beyond the basic schedule for optimal performance.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Specifications for approved fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts.

Maintenance Records

A section to log service history and receipts.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on vehicle identification number (VIN) and service parts label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for engine, fuel tank, and torque.

Customer Information

Customer Information

Guidance on customer satisfaction procedures and contacting Chevrolet.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on data recording in the vehicle and privacy policies.

Customer Assistance Offices

Contact information for customer assistance in the US, Canada, and Overseas.

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow if a customer concern is not resolved by the dealership.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Introduction to the OnStar system and its capabilities.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, and other OnStar services.

OnStar Additional Information

Information on transferring service, reactivation, and potential issues.

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