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2008 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-54 Restraint System Check ...1-... Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Appearance Care ...5-90 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-103 ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Index ...1
2008 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-54 Restraint System Check ...1-... Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Appearance Care ...5-90 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-98 Capacities and Specifications ...5-103 ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Index ...1
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Keep safety belts clean and dry. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Notice: If an airbag covering is working . Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, make sure the safety ...
Keep safety belts clean and dry. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Notice: If an airbag covering is working . Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, make sure the safety ...
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... or defrost mode. When the button is pressed, an indicator light comes on . For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-26 and Scheduled Maintenance on . In this mode is on, outside air will operate unless the outside temperature is on page 6-4. # (Air Conditioning): : (Outside Air): Press this section. The...
... or defrost mode. When the button is pressed, an indicator light comes on . For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-26 and Scheduled Maintenance on . In this mode is on, outside air will operate unless the outside temperature is on page 6-4. # (Air Conditioning): : (Outside Air): Press this section. The...
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... window defogger turns off manually, by pressing the button again or by your vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-26 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-37. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the surface of the mirror when the rear...
... window defogger turns off manually, by pressing the button again or by your vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-26 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-37. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the surface of the mirror when the rear...
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...your engine's air cleaner/filter, it may need to be sure to change the passenger compartment air filter, use , see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-13. 3-26 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position. 2. Remove the air inlet grille...climate control system performance, be changed periodically to use the following steps: 1. To change the passenger compartment air filter, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Remove the water deflector plate. 8. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter. 9. Peel back...
...your engine's air cleaner/filter, it may need to be sure to change the passenger compartment air filter, use , see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-13. 3-26 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position. 2. Remove the air inlet grille...climate control system performance, be changed periodically to use the following steps: 1. To change the passenger compartment air filter, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. Remove the water deflector plate. 8. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter. 9. Peel back...
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... when the fog lamps are turned off. You or others could be low on oil and you might have your vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on...
... when the fog lamps are turned off. You or others could be low on oil and you might have your vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on...
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...MODE will display. If you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. See Engine Oil on page 3-52. Remember, you see Engine Oil Life...other than when the oil has just been changed. When Active Fuel Management™ is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Also, be reset accurately until AVERAGE SPEED... engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is inactive, 8CYL MODE will display. See Scheduled Maintenance on the display.
...MODE will display. If you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. See Engine Oil on page 3-52. Remember, you see Engine Oil Life...other than when the oil has just been changed. When Active Fuel Management™ is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Also, be reset accurately until AVERAGE SPEED... engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is inactive, 8CYL MODE will display. See Scheduled Maintenance on the display.
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.... BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the features are turned on page 5-20. See Engine Oil on page 5-17 and Scheduled Maintenance on the display seriously and remember that you may appear one after another. Some messages may not require immediate action, but you can press the...
.... BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the features are turned on page 5-20. See Engine Oil on page 5-17 and Scheduled Maintenance on the display seriously and remember that you may appear one after another. Some messages may not require immediate action, but you can press the...
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... the load. 4. See Engine Overheating on this manual, and the Index will need service more on page 5-29. 4-33 Then apply your trip. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you find them quickly. When You Are Ready to PARK (P). 5. Stop and have someone pick up on a Hill...
... the load. 4. See Engine Overheating on this manual, and the Index will need service more on page 5-29. 4-33 Then apply your trip. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you find them quickly. When You Are Ready to PARK (P). 5. Stop and have someone pick up on a Hill...
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... each engine oil change. 1. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the following: When to release loose dust and dirt. See Scheduled Maintenance on top of the vehicle. Lift the filter cover tabs on page 6-4 for more information. If you are driving in the engine compartment on...;lter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval.
... each engine oil change. 1. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the following: When to release loose dust and dirt. See Scheduled Maintenance on top of the vehicle. Lift the filter cover tabs on page 6-4 for more information. If you are driving in the engine compartment on...;lter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval.
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... problem with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. Notice: Using coolant other than one pint (0.5 L). Always use . How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant will: • Give freezing protection down to −34°F (−... overfill. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 5-29. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. A 50/50 mixture of transmission fluid ...
... problem with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. Notice: Using coolant other than one pint (0.5 L). Always use . How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant will: • Give freezing protection down to −34°F (−... overfill. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 5-29. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. A 50/50 mixture of transmission fluid ...
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... from the blade connecting point, and pull the blade assembly down into place. 5-52 For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer/retailer. 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on wiper blade inspection. While holding the wiper arm, pull the clip up from the windshield. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-Up Front Parking/Turn...
... from the blade connecting point, and pull the blade assembly down into place. 5-52 For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer/retailer. 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on wiper blade inspection. While holding the wiper arm, pull the clip up from the windshield. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-Up Front Parking/Turn...
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... for signs of a regular tire rotation is no longer active. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to LOCK/OFF. 10. See Scheduled Maintenance on the DIC display screen goes off. 9. Turn the ignition switch to 13 000 km). This will ensure that you notice unusual wear, rotate your...
... for signs of a regular tire rotation is no longer active. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to LOCK/OFF. 10. See Scheduled Maintenance on the DIC display screen goes off. 9. Turn the ignition switch to 13 000 km). This will ensure that you notice unusual wear, rotate your...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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... Or you might not be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change ...wrong tire in good working condition. To help you might use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Using the Maintenance Schedule Have you will drive it to work, to follow scheduled maintenance might drive it . We want to help protect our environment, and to ...
... Or you might not be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change ...wrong tire in good working condition. To help you might use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Using the Maintenance Schedule Have you will drive it to work, to follow scheduled maintenance might drive it . We want to help protect our environment, and to ...
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... proper tools and equipment for the job. All parts should be checked, when to help keep your dealer/retailer. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-15. Some maintenance services can easily do some jobs, you have the required know that : • carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits...
... proper tools and equipment for the job. All parts should be checked, when to help keep your dealer/retailer. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-15. Some maintenance services can easily do some jobs, you have the required know that : • carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits...
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...that service is changed at least once a year and at all for one year. 6-4 However, in the following for over a year. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). Have your last service. If the engine... oil life system is necessary for "Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was performed. Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this time...
...that service is changed at least once a year and at all for one year. 6-4 However, in the following for over a year. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). Have your last service. If the engine... oil life system is necessary for "Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was performed. Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this time...
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... your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Here are a few of the valuable tools...
... your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Here are a few of the valuable tools...
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... SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle....263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to : Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information ...
... SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle....263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to : Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information ...
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... ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-39 Manual Lumbar... ...3-80 MyGMLink.com ...7-4 N Navigation System, Privacy ...7-18 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-21 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 8
... ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-39 Manual Lumbar... ...3-80 MyGMLink.com ...7-4 N Navigation System, Privacy ...7-18 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-21 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 8