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2009 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-13 Child Restraints ...1-34 Airbag System ...1-57 ... Blade Replacement ...5-51 Tires ...5-53 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-96 Electrical System ...5-96 Capacities and Specifications ...5-101 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-18 Index ...1
2009 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-13 Child Restraints ...1-34 Airbag System ...1-57 ... Blade Replacement ...5-51 Tires ...5-53 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-96 Electrical System ...5-96 Capacities and Specifications ...5-101 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-18 Index ...1
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... Reminders on page 5-92. If there are all working properly. See your dealer/retailer for more information. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. For the location of Safety Belts on page 3-27 for service. 1-73 See your dealer...
... Reminders on page 5-92. If there are all working properly. See your dealer/retailer for more information. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. For the location of Safety Belts on page 3-27 for service. 1-73 See your dealer...
Owner's Manual
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... be some airflow noticeable from the various outlets when driving, even with heated seats, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-23 and Scheduled Maintenance on the driver's side or the passenger side of the vehicle. 9 (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to be controlled with this system. Fan Control...
... be some airflow noticeable from the various outlets when driving, even with heated seats, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-23 and Scheduled Maintenance on the driver's side or the passenger side of the vehicle. 9 (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to be controlled with this system. Fan Control...
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...of the vehicle halfway to change the direction of the air flow. To change the passenger compartment air filter, see Scheduled Maintenance on the passenger side. For more effectively. • If the airflow seems low when the fan is located in the...front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-23 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. • If fogging reoccurs while in the up position. 2. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The vehicle has a passenger compartment ...
...of the vehicle halfway to change the direction of the air flow. To change the passenger compartment air filter, see Scheduled Maintenance on the passenger side. For more effectively. • If the airflow seems low when the fan is located in the...front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-23 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. • If fogging reoccurs while in the up position. 2. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The vehicle has a passenger compartment ...
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...driving if the oil pressure is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the system is low. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. Oil Pressure Light This light comes on page 2-16. 3-..., it does not, have the vehicle serviced. If the light comes on and stays on oil and it catches fire. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on briefly while starting the engine. Check the oil as soon as...
...driving if the oil pressure is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the system is low. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. Oil Pressure Light This light comes on page 2-16. 3-..., it does not, have the vehicle serviced. If the light comes on and stays on oil and it catches fire. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on briefly while starting the engine. Check the oil as soon as...
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You should change the oil on the display. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-23 for more information. To reset the value,...MODE will display. If you to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Active Fuel Management™ allows...system will alert you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on page 3-49. The display will appear on a schedule consistent with a V8 engine, when Active Fuel Management™ is inactive, 8CYL MODE will display on the...
You should change the oil on the display. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-23 for more information. To reset the value,...MODE will display. If you to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Active Fuel Management™ allows...system will alert you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on page 3-49. The display will appear on a schedule consistent with a V8 engine, when Active Fuel Management™ is inactive, 8CYL MODE will display on the...
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... in the battery. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when service is displayed. See your dealer/retailer. See Engine Oil on page 5-17 and Scheduled Maintenance on . Acknowledging the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will not reset the OIL LIFE REMAINING. 3-50 At the point that you may have been sent...
... in the battery. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when service is displayed. See your dealer/retailer. See Engine Oil on page 5-17 and Scheduled Maintenance on . Acknowledging the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will not reset the OIL LIFE REMAINING. 3-50 At the point that you may have been sent...
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... into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 slowly when conditions require. { CAUTION: Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to get the best fuel economy possible. Here...
... into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 slowly when conditions require. { CAUTION: Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to get the best fuel economy possible. Here...
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See Engine Overheating on page 6-4 for more often when pulling a trailer. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. It is clear of the chocks. 4. Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission ... tight. 4-34 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during the trip. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-31. • start the engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Stop and have someone pick up on a Hill...
See Engine Overheating on page 6-4 for more often when pulling a trailer. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. It is clear of the chocks. 4. Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission ... tight. 4-34 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during the trip. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-31. • start the engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Stop and have someone pick up on a Hill...
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... 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. See Scheduled Maintenance on top of the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 5-22 Lift the filter cover tabs...
... 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. See Scheduled Maintenance on top of the engine air cleaner/filter housing. 5-22 Lift the filter cover tabs...
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... allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 3.5L V6 Engine shown, 3.9L Engine similar A. Pressure Cap C. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. 3. If...
... allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 3.5L V6 Engine shown, 3.9L Engine similar A. Pressure Cap C. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. 3. If...
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... the clip up from the blade connecting point, and pull the blade assembly down into place. 5-51 Here's how to remove the wiper blade: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on wiper blade inspection. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the wiper arm. 3. Turn the lamp assembly counterclockwise and pull the lamp assembly...
... the clip up from the blade connecting point, and pull the blade assembly down into place. 5-51 Here's how to remove the wiper blade: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on wiper blade inspection. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the wiper arm. 3. Turn the lamp assembly counterclockwise and pull the lamp assembly...
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See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-68 for more information. Also check for New Tires on page 5-68 and Wheel Replacement on the vehicle. See When It Is Time ...
See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-68 for more information. Also check for New Tires on page 5-68 and Wheel Replacement on the vehicle. See When It Is Time ...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 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 ...6-3 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 ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 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 ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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...increase the level of the air we breathe. See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer/retailer for details. 6-2 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep this vehicle...even affect the quality of emissions from the vehicle. Any damage caused by the vehicle warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to maintain the vehicle properly. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? To help protect the environment, and to ...
...increase the level of the air we breathe. See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer/retailer for details. 6-2 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep this vehicle...even affect the quality of emissions from the vehicle. Any damage caused by the vehicle warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to maintain the vehicle properly. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? To help protect the environment, and to ...
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...service information, see your dealer/retailer do not know -how and the proper tools and equipment for vehicles that: { CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on page 4-20. • are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, have a qualified technician ... See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4. You might need more frequent checks and replacements. The services in Scheduled Maintenance on the Tire and Loading Information label. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help keep the vehicle in good condition. • carry passengers and cargo within legal...
...service information, see your dealer/retailer do not know -how and the proper tools and equipment for vehicles that: { CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on page 4-20. • are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, have a qualified technician ... See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4. You might need more frequent checks and replacements. The services in Scheduled Maintenance on the Tire and Loading Information label. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help keep the vehicle in good condition. • carry passengers and cargo within legal...
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... be changed . However, in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, service is required for "Maintenance I" and "Maintenance II." Generally, it is recommended that vehicle service is necessary for over a year...
... be changed . However, in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, service is required for "Maintenance I" and "Maintenance II." Generally, it is recommended that vehicle service is necessary for over a year...
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... level and add fluid as • needed . See footnote (f). Perform any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). See footnote (c). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (e). Maintenance II 6-5 See footnote (k). • Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. See footnote...
... level and add fluid as • needed . See footnote (f). Perform any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). See footnote (c). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (e). Maintenance II 6-5 See footnote (k). • Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. See footnote...
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.... Note to make checks payable in U.S. Canadian residents are written specifically for current and past model GM vehicles. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the World Wide Web at: helminc.com Or...
.... Note to make checks payable in U.S. Canadian residents are written specifically for current and past model GM vehicles. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the World Wide Web at: helminc.com Or...
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... Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...1-45 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-6 M Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
... Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...1-45 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-6 M Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...