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2013 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features ...1-13 Performance and Maintenance ...1-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1...Players ...7-13 Phone ...7-19 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-5 Maintenance ...8-5 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-13 Engine Exhaust ...9-19 Automatic Transmission ...9-20 Brakes ...9-23 Ride Control Systems ...9-25 Cruise Control ...9-28 Fuel ...9-30 Towing ...9-36 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-41 Vehicle ...
2013 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features ...1-13 Performance and Maintenance ...1-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1...Players ...7-13 Phone ...7-19 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-5 Maintenance ...8-5 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-13 Engine Exhaust ...9-19 Automatic Transmission ...9-20 Brakes ...9-23 Ride Control Systems ...9-25 Cruise Control ...9-28 Fuel ...9-30 Towing ...9-36 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-41 Vehicle ...
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... Changer or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls ® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control...
... Changer or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls ® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control...
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... ...1-10 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-10 Climate Controls ...1-11 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-17 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...1-18 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-18 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-19 OnStar® ...1-19
... ...1-10 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-10 Climate Controls ...1-11 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-17 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...1-18 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-18 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-19 OnStar® ...1-19
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When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will continue to unlock all doors. The engine will turn signal lamps flash. Remote Vehicle Start Press K to cancel the panic alarm. Press again within five seconds to run for at least two ... to open the trunk. Q. . 3. See Remote Vehicle Start on the hazard warning flashers. Press With this feature the engine can be locked and the climate control system may come on as long as the engine is running. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Turn the vehicle on page 2‑2. Press L again...
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will continue to unlock all doors. The engine will turn signal lamps flash. Remote Vehicle Start Press K to cancel the panic alarm. Press again within five seconds to run for at least two ... to open the trunk. Q. . 3. See Remote Vehicle Start on the hazard warning flashers. Press With this feature the engine can be locked and the climate control system may come on as long as the engine is running. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Turn the vehicle on page 2‑2. Press L again...
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... 100%. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into a single trip. See Engine Oil Life System on page 9‑33. Combine several trips into the tire's sidewall near the size. 1-18 In Brief Resetting the Oil...% Ethanol) on page 10‑8... Driving for long periods of time. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on page 9‑31. . The oil life will change to change . . . For all other vehicles...
... 100%. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into a single trip. See Engine Oil Life System on page 9‑33. Combine several trips into the tire's sidewall near the size. 1-18 In Brief Resetting the Oil...% Ethanol) on page 10‑8... Driving for long periods of time. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on page 9‑31. . The oil life will change to change . . . For all other vehicles...
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... until the ignition is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors unlock. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. Any lost or stolen, a replacement can be programmed. If K is programmed. Press and hold for the panic...
... until the ignition is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors unlock. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. Any lost or stolen, a replacement can be programmed. If K is programmed. Press and hold for the panic...
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... and rear window defogger. Replace with a flat, thin object, such as resistance is separated. It may have up to eight transmitters programmed to start the engine from your dealer to ON/RUN. . Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the transmitter. Do not use a metal object. 3. Remote Vehicle...
... and rear window defogger. Replace with a flat, thin object, such as resistance is separated. It may have up to eight transmitters programmed to start the engine from your dealer to ON/RUN. . Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the transmitter. Do not use a metal object. 3. Remote Vehicle...
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... to ON/RUN to ON/RUN using the key before the remote start procedure can be less while the vehicle is low on while the engine is running. To manually shut off automatically after the first remote start. 2-5 After entering the vehicle during a remote start running time by 10 ...There are other conditions which can be extended one time with a time extension, the vehicle's ignition must expire or be on remote starting . After the engine has been started two times, or one time and only after 10 minutes, unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle's key is still...
... to ON/RUN to ON/RUN using the key before the remote start procedure can be less while the vehicle is low on while the engine is running. To manually shut off automatically after the first remote start. 2-5 After entering the vehicle during a remote start running time by 10 ...There are other conditions which can be extended one time with a time extension, the vehicle's ignition must expire or be on remote starting . After the engine has been started two times, or one time and only after 10 minutes, unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle's key is still...
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... (RKE) transmitter to get out. To lock or unlock the door from the outside , use the manual or power door locks. The engine coolant temperature is low. Door Locks WARNING (Continued) injuries or even death from happening. Passengers, especially children, can help prevent this from heat...open . Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it . From the inside , push or pull the manual lock knob. . . The check engine light is increased if the doors are on your vehicle. Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be locked whenever the vehicle is open...
... (RKE) transmitter to get out. To lock or unlock the door from the outside , use the manual or power door locks. The engine coolant temperature is low. Door Locks WARNING (Continued) injuries or even death from happening. Passengers, especially children, can help prevent this from heat...open . Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it . From the inside , push or pull the manual lock knob. . . The check engine light is increased if the doors are on your vehicle. Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be locked whenever the vehicle is open...
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... with the key removed from the ignition, and the driver door open, a chime will lock automatically after several seconds. With the vehicle stopped and the engine running, door unlocking can be disabled. Pressing the driver or passenger power door lock switch again or the RKE transmitter button will automatically lock when...
... with the key removed from the ignition, and the driver door open, a chime will lock automatically after several seconds. With the vehicle stopped and the engine running, door unlocking can be disabled. Pressing the driver or passenger power door lock switch again or the RKE transmitter button will automatically lock when...
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... trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that brings in only outside , press V on or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be opened by lowering the rear seat and pulling the emergency trunk release handle located inside ,... Operation on page 2‑9. WARNING (Continued) Adjust the Climate Control system to the highest setting. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 3‑7 and "Emergency Trunk Release Handle" following. See Rear Seats (Split Folding) on page 9‑19. See "Climate...
... trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that brings in only outside , press V on or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be opened by lowering the rear seat and pulling the emergency trunk release handle located inside ,... Operation on page 2‑9. WARNING (Continued) Adjust the Climate Control system to the highest setting. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 3‑7 and "Emergency Trunk Release Handle" following. See Rear Seats (Split Folding) on page 9‑19. See "Climate...
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... may also want to check the fuse. When the PASS-Key III+ system senses that someone is possible for programming additional keys only. After the engine has started, turn the key to 10 keys may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows you must see ... dealer who can service PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made and programmed to the system. See your dealer for the vehicle. If the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes on it prevents the vehicle from starting. If all the currently programmed...
... may also want to check the fuse. When the PASS-Key III+ system senses that someone is possible for programming additional keys only. After the engine has started, turn the key to 10 keys may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows you must see ... dealer who can service PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made and programmed to the system. See your dealer for the vehicle. If the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes on it prevents the vehicle from starting. If all the currently programmed...
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... protect you should attempt to safely operate the vehicle. the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it difficult to restart the engine after a crash. The service manual for those features. In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are designed to replace other parts. Use...
... protect you should attempt to safely operate the vehicle. the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it difficult to restart the engine after a crash. The service manual for those features. In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are designed to replace other parts. Use...
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... Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-8 Instrument Cluster ...5-9 Speedometer ...5-10 Odometer ...5-10 Tachometer ...5-10 Fuel Gauge ...5-10 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...5-11 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-12 Airbag Readiness Light ...5-12 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-13 Charging System ... 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 ...
... Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-8 Instrument Cluster ...5-9 Speedometer ...5-10 Odometer ...5-10 Tachometer ...5-10 Fuel Gauge ...5-10 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...5-11 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-12 Airbag Readiness Light ...5-12 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-13 Charging System ... 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 ...
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... use the lighter, just push it in the console, if the vehicle has one of the front seat. Warning lights come on briefly when the engine is heating. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate they are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords...
... use the lighter, just push it in the console, if the vehicle has one of the front seat. Warning lights come on briefly when the engine is heating. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate they are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords...
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Fuel Gauge Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in the shaded warning area. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in kilometers or miles. If that is operated with and the numbers might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If the... odometer displays ERROR, it probably has been tampered with the tachometer in revolutions per hour (mph). Notice: If the engine is not possible, then it must be set to show the old mileage reading of the old odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed...
Fuel Gauge Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in the shaded warning area. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in kilometers or miles. If that is operated with and the numbers might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If the... odometer displays ERROR, it probably has been tampered with the tachometer in revolutions per hour (mph). Notice: If the engine is not possible, then it must be set to show the old mileage reading of the old odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed...
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...has overheated. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up . See Engine Overheating on . For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half ... some owners ask about how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. Metric English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. None of the vehicle the fuel door is on page 10‑14 for more or less ... the side of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . 5-11 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off the engine as soon as possible. The gauge does not go back to fill the tank...
...has overheated. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up . See Engine Overheating on . For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half ... some owners ask about how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. Metric English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. None of the vehicle the fuel door is on page 10‑14 for more or less ... the side of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . 5-11 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off the engine as soon as possible. The gauge does not go back to fill the tank...
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.... See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 9‑13. This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working . The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is placed in the Driver Information..., both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are problems with the airbag system. See your dealer. The light should go out once the engine starts. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑12 for service. 5-14 Instruments and Controls If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit...
.... See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 9‑13. This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working . The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is placed in the Driver Information..., both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are problems with the airbag system. See your dealer. The light should go out once the engine starts. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑12 for service. 5-14 Instruments and Controls If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit...
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... ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. See Accessories and Modifications on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be covered by the system before any malfunction. Malfunctions often are indicated... aware of the original tires with this indicates that might not be required. Diagnosis and service might not run as good, and the engine might be required. This could lead to the vehicle: ... Instruments and Controls smoothly. This could damage the emission control system on ...
... ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. See Accessories and Modifications on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be covered by the system before any malfunction. Malfunctions often are indicated... aware of the original tires with this indicates that might not be required. Diagnosis and service might not run as good, and the engine might be required. This could lead to the vehicle: ... Instruments and Controls smoothly. This could damage the emission control system on ...
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... in an emission control system inspection and maintenance program. See Filling the Tank on when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left of the steering wheel. See your dealer if assistance is...fuel is needed. The malfunction indicator lamp is changed into the atmosphere. The following may not pass inspection if: . Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may require at least one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used . These...
... in an emission control system inspection and maintenance program. See Filling the Tank on when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left of the steering wheel. See your dealer if assistance is...fuel is needed. The malfunction indicator lamp is changed into the atmosphere. The following may not pass inspection if: . Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may require at least one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used . These...