2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner’s Manual
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2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner’s Manual
Language : English
Pages : 397
Downloadable : YES
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2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner’s Manual
FOREWORD:
This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. Ifyou sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.
How to Use this Manual :
Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner’s Manual
2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner’s Manual 1
Copyright General Motors Corp 2001 2
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual: 3
How to Use this Manual 4
Safety Warnings and Symbols 4
Vehicle Damage Warnings 5
Vehicle Symbols 5
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 7
Seats and Seat Controls 8
Manual Front Seat 8
Six-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) 9
Manual Lumbar (If Equipped) 9
Heated Front Seat (Option) 10
Reclining Front Seatbacks 10
Head Restraints 12
Split Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped) 12
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 14
Why Safety Belts Work 16
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts — and the Answers 19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 20
Adults 20
Driver Position 20
Lap-Shoulder Belt 20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 22
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 27
Right Front Passenger Position 28
Air Bag Systems 28
How the Air Bag Systems Work 31
Where are the air bags? 31
When should an air bag inflate? 33
What makes an air bag inflate? 34
How does an air bag restrain? 34
What will you see after an air bag inflates? 35
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle 37
Center Front Passenger Position 37
Lap Belt 38
Rear Seat Passengers 39
Rear Seat Passenger Positions 39
Lap-Shoulder Belt 39
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 42
Children 44
Infants and Young Children 44
Restraint Systems for Children 48
Where to Put the Restraint 51
Top Strap 52
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 53
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 55
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 56
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 59
Older Children 62
Safety Belt Extender 65
Checking Your Restraint Systems 65
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 66
Section 2 Features and Controls 67
Windows 68
Power Windows 69
Express-Down Window 69
Lock-Out Switch 69
Keys 70
Door Locks 72
Power Door Locks 73
Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks 73
Rear-Door Security Locks 74
Lockout Protection Feature 74
Leaving Your Vehicle 74
Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped) 75
Operation 76
Transmitter Verification (If Equipped) 77
Illumination on Remote Activation 77
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle 77
Battery Replacement 78
Resynchronization 79
Trunk 79
Trunk Lock 80
Remote Trunk Release 80
Trunk Assist Handle 80
Trunk Release Handle 81
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit 81
Trunk Release Sensor TrapAlert_ System (If Equipped) 82
Disabling the Trunk Release Sensor 83
Servicing the Trunk Release Sensor 84
Theft 84
Key in the Ignition 84
Parking at Night 84
Parking Lots 84
Content Theft-Deterrent (Option) 85
Arming with the Power Lock Switch 85
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 86
Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 86
Disarming with Your Key 86
Vehicle Customization Settings 86
Passlock 96
New Vehicle “Break-In” 96
Ignition Positions 97
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 98
Starting Your Engine 98
Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine 98
Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 99
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 100
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 101
Automatic Transaxle Operation 102
Parking Brake 106
Shifting Into PARK (P) 107
Column Shift 108
Console Shift 109
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 109
Torque Lock 110
Shifting Out of PARK (P) 110
Parking Over Things That Burn 111
Engine Exhaust 111
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked 112
Horn 112
Tilt Wheel 113
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 113
Turn Signal and Lane-Change Indicator 114
Turn Signal On Chime 114
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 114
Flash-to-Pass Feature 115
Windshield Wipers 115
Windshield Washer 116
Cruise Control (If Equipped) 117
Setting Cruise Control 117
Resuming a Set Speed 118
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control 119
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control 119
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control 119
Using Cruise Control on Hills 120
Ending Cruise Control 120
Erasing Cruise Speed Memory 120
Exterior Lamps 120
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp Control 121
Delayed Headlamp Illumination 122
Fog Lamps (If Equipped) 122
Interior Lamps 123
Instrument Panel Brightness Control 123
Courtesy Lamps 123
Illuminated Entry (If Equipped) 123
Delayed Entry Lighting 124
Delayed Exit Lighting 124
Parade Mode 125
Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps 125
Reading Lamps (If Equipped) 125
Dome Lamp (If Equipped) 125
Battery Rundown Protection 125
Mirrors 125
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Map Lamps 126
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Map Lamps (Option) 126
Electrochromic Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) 127
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Map Lamps (Option) 128
Power Outside Rearview Mirrors 129
Convex Outside Mirror 129
Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped) 129
Storage Compartments 130
Glove Box 130
Front Armrest (If Equipped) 130
Center Console (If Equipped) 130
Rear Seat Armrest and Cupholder (If Equipped) 130
Trunk Convenience Net (If Equipped) 130
Ashtrays and Lighter 131
Sun Visors 131
Visor Vanity Mirrors 131
Accessory Power Outlet 132
Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop) 134
OnStar System (If Equipped) 135
Cellular Antenna 136
OnStar Services 136
OnStar System Limitations 138
Assist Handles (If Equipped) 138
Garment Hooks 138
Power Sunroof (Option) 139
HomeLink Transmitter (Option) 140
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter 141
Training a Garage Door Opener with a “Rolling Code” Feature (If Equipped) 142
Canadian Programming 143
Operating the HomeLink Transmitter 143
Erasing Channels 143
Resetting Defaults 143
Accessories 143
The Instrument Panel — Your Information System 144
Instrument Panel Cluster 146
Speedometer and Odometer 148
Trip Odometer 148
Tachometer (If Equipped) 149
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 149
Safety Belt Reminder Light 150
Air Bag Readiness Light 151
Brake System Warning Light 152
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (If Equipped) 153
Traction Control System Warning Light 153
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 154
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 155
If the Light Is Flashing 156
If the Light Is On Steady 156
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs 157
Low Oil Pressure Message 158
Cruise Light (If Equipped) 159
Fuel Gage 159
Message Center 160
Modes 160
Service Traction System (If Equipped) 160
Traction Active (If Equipped) 161
Battery Life Indicator 161
Hot Coolant Temp 162
Low Coolant Level 162
Low Oil Pressure 163
Low Eng Oil Level 163
Change Engine Oil 164
Door Ajar 164
Security 165
Low Brake Fluid 165
Low Fuel 166
Low Washer Fluid 166
Low Tire Pressure (If Equipped) 167
Service Vehicle Soon 167
Trunk Open 168
Highbeam Out 168
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option) 169
Compass Variance 170
Setting the Variance 170
Automatic Compass Calibration 171
Manual Compass Calibration 172
Error Displays 172
Trip Computer 172
Resetting the Trip Computer 172
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 173
Comfort Controls 174
Dual ComforTemp_ Climate Controls 174
Fan Knob 174
Driver’s Temperature Lever 174
Passenger’s Temperature Lever 174
Mode Knob 174
Mode Buttons 175
Air Conditioning 176
Heating 176
Ventilation 176
Defogging and Defrosting 176
Rear Window Defogger 177
Ventilation System 178
Ventilation Tips 178
Audio Systems 179
Setting the Clock 179
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control 179
Playing the Radio 179
Finding a Station 180
Setting Preset Stations 181
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) 181
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 182
Using RDS Mode 182
Finding RDS Stations 183
Finding a PTY Preset Stations 183
RDS Messages 184
Radio Messages 185
Playing a Cassette Tape 185
Cassette Tape Messages 187
CD Adapter Kits 188
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) 188
Playing the Radio 188
Finding a Station 189
Setting Preset Stations 190
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) 190
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 191
Using RDS 191
Finding RDS Stations 192
Finding a PTY Preset Station 192
RDS Messages 193
Radio Messages 194
Playing a Compact Disc 194
Compact Disc Messages 196
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) 197
Playing the Radio 197
Finding a Station 198
Setting Preset Stations 198
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) 199
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 198
Using RDS 200
Finding RDS Stations 200
Finding a PTY Station 201
RDS Messages 202
Radio Messages 203
Playing a Cassette Tape 203
Cassette Tape Messages 205
CD Adapter Kits 206
Playing a Compact Disc 206
Theft-Deterrent Feature 207
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) 208
Understanding Radio Reception 209
AM 209
FM Stereo 209
Tips About Your Audio System 209
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 210
Care of Your Compact Discs 211
Care of Your Compact Disc Player 211
Backglass Antenna 211
Vehicle Customization Settings 212
Chime Level Adjustment 212
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road 213
Defensive Driving 214
Drunken Driving 215
Control of a Vehicle 218
Braking 218
Anti-Lock Brake System (If Equipped) 219
Using Anti-Lock 221
Braking in Emergencies 221
Traction Control System (3800 V6 Engine) 221
Steering 223
Power Steering 223
Steering Tips 223
Driving on Curves 223
Steering in Emergencies 224
Off-Road Recovery 225
Passing 226
Loss of Control 227
Skidding 227
Driving at Night 228
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 230
Hydroplaning 231
Driving Through Deep Standing Water 232
Driving Through Flowing Water 232
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 232
City Driving 233
Freeway Driving 234
Before Leaving on a Long Trip 235
Highway Hypnosis 236
Hill and Mountain Roads 236
Winter Driving 238
Driving on Snow or Ice 239
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard 240
Recreational Vehicle Towing 242
Dinghy Towing 243
Dolly Towing 243
Loading Your Vehicle 244
Towing a Trailer 246
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 247
Weight of the Trailer 247
Weight of the Trailer Tongue 248
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires 249
Hitches 249
Safety Chains 249
Trailer Brakes 250
Driving with a Trailer 250
Following Distance 251
Passing 251
Backing Up 251
Making Turns 251
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 252
Driving On Grades 252
Parking on Hills 252
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 253
Maintenance When Trailer Towing 253
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing 253
Section 5 Problems on the Road 254
Hazard Warning Flashers 255
Other Warning Devices 255
Jump Starting 256
Towing Your Vehicle 263
Engine Overheating 263
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 263
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 264
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 265
Cooling System 266
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank 269
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 271
If a Tire Goes Flat 276
Changing a Flat Tire 276
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 277
Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps 279
Wheel Center Caps 279
Wheel Covers 280
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 280
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 285
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools 287
Compact Spare Tire 288
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 289
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 289
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care 290
Service 291
Doing Your Own Service Work 291
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 292
Fuel 292
Gasoline Octane 292
Gasoline Specifications 293
California Fuel 293
Additives 294
Fuels in Foreign Countries 294
Filling Your Tank 295
Filling a Portable Fuel Container 297
Checking Things Under the Hood 297
Hood Release 298
Engine Compartment Overview 299
Engine Oil 301
Checking Engine Oil 301
When to Add Engine Oil 302
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 303
Engine Oil Additives 306
When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) 306
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message 307
What to Do with Used Oil 308
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 308
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) 309
Automatic Transaxle Fluid 310
When to Check and Change 310
How to Check 311
Checking the Fluid Level 311
How to Add Fluid 313
Engine Coolant 313
What to Use 314
Checking Coolant 315
Adding Coolant 316
Radiator Pressure Cap 317
Power Steering Fluid 317
When to Check Power Steering Fluid 318
How to Check Power Steering Fluid 318
What to Use 318
Windshield Washer Fluid 318
What to Use 318
Adding Washer Fluid 319
Brakes 320
Brake Fluid 320
What to Add 321
Brake Wear 322
Brake Pedal Travel 322
Brake Adjustment 322
Replacing Brake System Parts 323
Battery 323
Vehicle Storage 323
Bulb Replacement 324
Halogen Bulbs 324
Headlamps 324
Headlamp Aiming 324
Headlamps, Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps 325
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal and Rear Sidemarker Lamps 327
Back-Up Lamp 328
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 329
Tires 330
Inflation — Tire Pressure 331
When to Check 331
How to Check 331
Tire Inflation Monitor System (If Equipped) 332
Tire Inspection and Rotation 333
When It’s Time for New Tires 335
Buying New Tires 335
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 336
Treadwear 337
Traction — AA, A, B, C 337
Temperature — A, B, C 337
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 338
Wheel Replacement 338
Used Replacement Wheels 339
Tire Chains 339
Appearance Care 340
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 340
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet 340
Using Cleaner on Fabric 341
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 341
Cleaning Vinyl 342
Cleaning Leather 342
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel 342
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components 342
Care of Safety Belts 342
Cleaning Glass Surfaces 343
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades 343
Weatherstrips 344
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 344
Washing Your Vehicle 344
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses 344
Finish Care 345
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) 346
Cleaning Tires 346
Sheet Metal Damage 346
Finish Damage 347
Underbody Maintenance 347
Chemical Paint Spotting 347
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 348
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 349
Engine Identification 349
Service Parts Identification Label 349
Electrical System 350
Add-On Electrical Equipment 350
Headlamp Wiring 350
Windshield Wipers 350
Power Windows and Other Power Options 350
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 351
Driver’s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block 351
Passenger’s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block 353
Underhood Fuse Block (Upper) 355
Underhood Fuse Block (Lower) 356
Replacement Bulbs 357
Capacities and Specifications 357
Engine Specifications 358
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity 358
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 359
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule 360
Introduction 361
Your Vehicle and the Environment 361
Maintenance Requirements 361
How This Section is Organized 362
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 363
Using Your Maintenance Schedule 363
Scheduled Maintenance 364
Footnotes 364
Scheduled Maintenance 365
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance 365
Scheduled Maintenance 366
Part B: Owner Checks and Services 375
At Each Fuel Fill 375
Engine Oil Level Check 375
Engine Coolant Level Check 375
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 375
At Least Once a Month 375
Tire Inflation Check 375
Cassette Deck Service 375
At Least Twice a Year 376
Restraint System Check 376
Wiper Blade Check 376
Trunk Release Sensor Check 376
Weatherstrip Lubrication 376
Automatic Transaxle Check 376
At Least Once a Year 376
Key Lock Cylinders Service 376
Body Lubrication Service 376
Starter Switch Check 377
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check 377
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 378
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check 378
Underbody Flushing Service 378
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections 379
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 379
Exhaust System Inspection 379
Fuel System Inspection 380
Engine Cooling System Inspection 380
Throttle System Inspection 380
Brake System Inspection 380
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 381
Part E: Maintenance Record 382
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information 386
Customer Satisfaction Procedure 387
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users 389
Customer Assistance Offices 389
United States 389
Canada 390
All Overseas Locations 390
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands) 390
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 390
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 391
Canadian Roadside Assistance 393
Courtesy Transportation 393
Plan Ahead When Possible 393
Transportation Options 394
Shuttle Service 394
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement 394
Courtesy Rental Vehicle 394
Additional Program Information 394
Warranty Information 395
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT 395
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT 396
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS 396
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION 397
Service Manuals 397
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual 397
Service Bulletins 397
Owner’s Information 397
Current and Past Model Order Forms 397
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