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2004 Chevrolet Impala Owner 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 ...1-52 Restraint System Check ...1-61 Features and...52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-57 Tires ...5-58 Appearance Care ...5-87 Vehicle Identification ...5-95 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
2004 Chevrolet Impala Owner 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 ...1-52 Restraint System Check ...1-61 Features and...52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-57 Tires ...5-58 Appearance Care ...5-87 Vehicle Identification ...5-95 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
Owner's Manual
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... connectors. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be injured if you are close to do not need regular maintenance.) {CAUTION: For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still in...frayed, get a new one right away. Your dealer and the service manual have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. 1-61 Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors ...
... connectors. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be injured if you are close to do not need regular maintenance.) {CAUTION: For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still in...frayed, get a new one right away. Your dealer and the service manual have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. 1-61 Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors ...
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... be engaged unless the outside temperature is 40° F (4°C) or below. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-25 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 3-21 This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets, with some of the following: 9 (Fan): H (Vent): This mode directs...
... be engaged unless the outside temperature is 40° F (4°C) or below. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-25 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 3-21 This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets, with some of the following: 9 (Fan): H (Vent): This mode directs...
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... the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-25 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 3-24 Outlet Adjustment Use the knob located below or to the side of the outlet, to change the direction of objects to replaced...
... the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-25 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 3-24 Outlet Adjustment Use the knob located below or to the side of the outlet, to change the direction of objects to replaced...
Owner's Manual
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...changed periodically to insure system performance. Remove the air inlet grille. 7. To change the passenger compartment air filter, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger's side of the vehicle, underneath the air inlet grille. ... compartment particulate air filter. For information on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, use , see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-13. 3-25 Remove the air deflector grille in the up position. 2. Turn off the ignition when the ...
...changed periodically to insure system performance. Remove the air inlet grille. 7. To change the passenger compartment air filter, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger's side of the vehicle, underneath the air inlet grille. ... compartment particulate air filter. For information on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, use , see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-13. 3-25 Remove the air deflector grille in the up position. 2. Turn off the ignition when the ...
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... to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding steep uphill grades. This light will also come on during a malfunction in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. This may also result in one of two ways: If the...
... to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding steep uphill grades. This light will also come on during a malfunction in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. This may also result in one of two ways: If the...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will require at least one or more of fuel? It will not pass this as designed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have not been completely diagnosed by the system. If you use. This can determine if the fuel cap...
... vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will require at least one or more of fuel? It will not pass this as designed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have not been completely diagnosed by the system. If you use. This can determine if the fuel cap...
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... Canada If your vehicle is turned off, this message will stay on the instrument panel cluster. When this message appears when you important safety and maintenance facts. The message will stay on a few seconds after the traction system stops limiting wheel spin. Four chimes will not limit wheel spin. This message...
... Canada If your vehicle is turned off, this message will stay on the instrument panel cluster. When this message appears when you important safety and maintenance facts. The message will stay on a few seconds after the traction system stops limiting wheel spin. Four chimes will not limit wheel spin. This message...
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... your oil as soon as possible and have your engine can become so hot that your vehicle serviced. A chime will also sound. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the message center when the engine oil pressure is low. If you should have your warranty. You or others could be burned. This... ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low. Four chimes will sound continuously, also. Low Oil Pressure Message Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may be equipped with a low engine oil level message.
... your oil as soon as possible and have your engine can become so hot that your vehicle serviced. A chime will also sound. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the message center when the engine oil pressure is low. If you should have your warranty. You or others could be burned. This... ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low. Four chimes will sound continuously, also. Low Oil Pressure Message Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may be equipped with a low engine oil level message.
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... slowly until the trailer is covered in trailer operation are tight. • start your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you 're pulling a trailer. Stop and have someone pick up on a Hill 1. Engine Cooling When...Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. Check periodically to Leave After Parking on the brake pedal. 3. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on page 5-30. 4-44 Each of these is clear of the chocks. 4. See Engine Overheating on this manual, and...
... slowly until the trailer is covered in trailer operation are tight. • start your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you 're pulling a trailer. Stop and have someone pick up on a Hill 1. Engine Cooling When...Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. Check periodically to Leave After Parking on the brake pedal. 3. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on page 5-30. 4-44 Each of these is clear of the chocks. 4. See Engine Overheating on this manual, and...
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... Tire ...5-86 Appearance Care ...5-87 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...5-87 Care of Your Vehicle ...5-90 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-92 Finish Damage ...5-92 Underbody Maintenance ...5-93 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-93 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-94 Vehicle Identification ...5-95 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-95 Service Parts Identi...
... Tire ...5-86 Appearance Care ...5-87 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...5-87 Care of Your Vehicle ...5-90 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-92 Finish Damage ...5-92 Underbody Maintenance ...5-93 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-93 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-94 Vehicle Identification ...5-95 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-95 Service Parts Identi...
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.... {CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be happy with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any vehicle maintenance task. We hope you will go to your dealer for all GM. To order the proper service manual, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle...
.... {CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be happy with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any vehicle maintenance task. We hope you will go to your dealer for all GM. To order the proper service manual, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle...
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... possible. If the octane is considered normal. This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher-octane fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle can later break or fall off. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is necessary. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87...
... possible. If the octane is considered normal. This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher-octane fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle can later break or fall off. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is necessary. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87...
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... your skin and could even cause cancer. If you have the proper tools, you change your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. Used oil can be a threat to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or every 36 months, whichever occurs first...
... your skin and could even cause cancer. If you have the proper tools, you change your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. Used oil can be a threat to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or every 36 months, whichever occurs first...
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... the correct engagement. Check or install a new engine air cleaner/filter. If it is off can cause you are finished. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to stop flame if the engine backfires. Do not drive with the air cleaner/ filter off , and... be burned. See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine with it helps to replace the air filter. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it off . 5-24 Push the...
... the correct engagement. Check or install a new engine air cleaner/filter. If it is off can cause you are finished. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to stop flame if the engine backfires. Do not drive with the air cleaner/ filter off , and... be burned. See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine with it helps to replace the air filter. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it off . 5-24 Push the...
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... use your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). See Scheduled Maintenance on the dipstick. When outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). While pulling a trailer. Too little fluid could come out and fall on...
... use your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). See Scheduled Maintenance on the dipstick. When outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). While pulling a trailer. Too little fluid could come out and fall on...
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... clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant will: Give freezing protection down to 265°F (129°C). How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to bring it is designed to remain in your vehicle. 5-27 Engine Coolant The cooling system...
... clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant will: Give freezing protection down to 265°F (129°C). How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to bring it is designed to remain in your vehicle. 5-27 Engine Coolant The cooling system...
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... not return to the State of your braking system - for example, when your brakes adjust for battery location. Your vehicle was designed and tested with a maintenance free ACDelco® battery.
... not return to the State of your braking system - for example, when your brakes adjust for battery location. Your vehicle was designed and tested with a maintenance free ACDelco® battery.
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... the windshield wiper arm away from the wiper arm. 5. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clip from under Scheduled Maintenance on the wipers to the low wipe setting. 2. Push the new wiper blade securely on page 6-13. See "Windshield Wipers, Blade Check" under the blade...
... the windshield wiper arm away from the wiper arm. 5. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clip from under Scheduled Maintenance on the wipers to the low wipe setting. 2. Push the new wiper blade securely on page 6-13. See "Windshield Wipers, Blade Check" under the blade...
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... valve caps back on if the pressure in one tire. Don't forget your vehicle has the tire pressure monitor system, it doesn't replace normal tire maintenance. After the system has learned tire pressures with the tire gage. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at them. Recheck the tire pressure...
... valve caps back on if the pressure in one tire. Don't forget your vehicle has the tire pressure monitor system, it doesn't replace normal tire maintenance. After the system has learned tire pressures with the tire gage. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at them. Recheck the tire pressure...