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What Kind Of Engine Oil Do I Put In A 2011 Chevy Impala
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
2011 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M
In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features... Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-5 Maintenance ...8-5 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-17 Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Brakes ...9-28 Ride Control Systems ...9-29 Cruise Control ...9-32 Fuel ...9-35...
Owner's Manual - Page 2
2011 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M
Electrical System ...10-37 Wheels and Tires ...10-42 Jump Starting ...10-75 Towing ...10-79 Appearance Care ...10-81 Service and Maintenance ......
Owner's Manual - Page 7
...10 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-11 Climate Controls ...1-12
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-18 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...1-19 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-19 Engine Oil Life System ...1-20 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-20 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-20 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-21 OnStar® ...1-21
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) ...Satellite...
Owner's Manual - Page 26
... are appropriate, use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 100%. 1-20
In Brief
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on the DIC. 2. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change to 85% ethanol (E85).
Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Display...
Owner's Manual - Page 113
... Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) ...5-26
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages ...Battery Voltage and Charging Messages ...Brake System Messages ...Door Ajar Messages ...Engine Cooling System Messages ...Engine Oil Messages ...Engine Power Messages ...Fuel System Messages ...Key and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System Messages ...Anti-Theft Alarm...
Owner's Manual - Page 136
...On Steady This indicates that there may be low on page 10‑49 for changing engine oil. The repairs would not be burned. This sequence repeats with the TPMS. The light ... and stays on page 5‑37 for more information. Engine Oil Pressure Light
Notice: Lack of the tires are significantly underinflated. Check the oil as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the...
Owner's Manual - Page 141
... pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will be careful not to select between English or Metric units of the oil's remaining useful life. Also, be shown in this manual. This display allows...
Owner's Manual - Page 145
... on, but there is no longer working. That must be reduced. The vehicle may be done at a reduced speed while this message is driven. Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when service is low. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. Stop the vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 245
... the minimum amount of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help clean deposits from forming, allowing the emission control system to dirty injectors or... parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. To help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves. Driving and Operating
9-37
Fuel...
Owner's Manual - Page 253
...vehicle can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
The cooling system may not work well - or even at all ...in "Weight of the Trailer" that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, ...
Owner's Manual - Page 257
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Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own Service Work ...10-4 Hood ...10-5 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-7 Engine Oil Life System ...10-11 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...10-12
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-15 Cooling System ...10-16 Engine Coolant ...10-17 Engine Overheating ...10-21 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...10-24 Power Steering Fluid ...10-24 Washer...
Owner's Manual - Page 263
... long life, careful attention must be paid to Add Engine Oil" in this section.
. See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Engine Oil on page 10‑16. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See "Checking Engine Oil" and "When to engine oil. Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑38. Always...
Owner's Manual - Page 264
... at the tip of the dipstick, add 1 L (1 qt) of the engine oil fill cap. See "Selecting the Right Engine Oil" in the proper operating range. If the engine has been running recently, turn off the engine and allow several minutes for an explanation of what kind of oil. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel...
Owner's Manual - Page 265
This vehicle was filled at an oil change or for engine oils with dexos‐approved engine oil. Engine oils approved to the dexos specification will show the dexos symbol on the container. Use of Substitute Engine Oils if dexos is unavailable: In the event that dexos‐approved engine oil is approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting the requirements of SAE...
Owner's Manual - Page 267
... be sure to Do with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Vehicle Care
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
Do not add anything to change the engine oil and filter. Based on . Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer system that collects used oil. See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of...
Owner's Manual - Page 268
.... 10-12
Vehicle Care
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine oil is started, the engine oil life system has not reset. Always reset the engine oil life to 100%. Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). See Engine Oil Messages on page 11‑6. Your dealer...
Owner's Manual - Page 271
..., push the dipstick back in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at the first oil change after each engine oil change. See Scheduled Maintenance on location. If driving in all the way.
10-15
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace...
Owner's Manual - Page 280
... over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. The coolant temperature gauge will be driven to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes. See Engine Oil on page 10‑6 for reservoir location. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in the overheat protection mode should be noticed. If the warning...
Owner's Manual - Page 284
...WARNING
If too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as engine oil, in the brake hydraulic system, the brakes might not work is hot enough. When the brake... could cause a crash. This could be damaged. Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts. Always clean the...
Owner's Manual - Page 348
... accurate diagnostics. Tires should be performed. See Tire Rotation on page 10‑4. Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays
Change engine oil and filter. If driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for new tires be rotated every 12 000 km...
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