2001 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual
Year:
2001
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Impala
Rating:
Table of Contents
2001 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Assistance
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Copyright General Motors Corp. 2000
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Table of Contents:
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1. Seats and Restraint Systems
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2. Features and Controls
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3. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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4. Your Driving and the Road
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5. Problems on the Road
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6. Service and Appearance Care
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7. Maintenance Schedule
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8. Customer Assistance Information
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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How to Use this Manual
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Vehicle Symbols
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Service Station Guide
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Manual Front Seat
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6-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)
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Manual Lumbar (If Equipped)
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Heated Front Seat (Option)
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Reclining Front Seatbacks
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Head Restraints
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Split Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped)
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Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
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Why Safety Belts Work
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
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Adults
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Air Bag Systems
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How the Air Bag Systems Work
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Where are the air bags?
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When should an air bag inflate?
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What makes an air bag inflate?
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How does an air bag restrain?
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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Center Front Passenger Position
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Lap Belt
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Rear Seat Passengers
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Rear Seat Passenger Positions
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
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Children
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Infants and Young Children
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Restraint Systems for Children
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Where to Put the Restraint
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Top Strap
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Older Children
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Safety Belt Extender
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Section 2 Features and Controls
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Windows
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Power Windows
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Keys
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Door Locks
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Power Door Locks
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Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks
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Rear-Door Security Locks
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Lockout Protection Feature
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Leaving Your Vehicle
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Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped)
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Operation
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Panic Alarm Button
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Transmitter Verification (If Equipped)
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Illumination on Remote Activation
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Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
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Battery Replacement
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Resynchronization
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Trunk
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Trunk Lock
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Remote Trunk Release
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Trunk Assist Handle
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Trunk Release Handle
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Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
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Trunk Release Sensor Trap Alert System (If Equipped)
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Disabling the Trunk Release Sensor
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Servicing the Trunk Release Sensor
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Theft
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Key in the Ignition
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Parking at Night
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Parking Lots
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Content Theft-Deterrent (Option)
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Arming with the Power Lock Switch
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Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
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Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
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Disarming with Your Key
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Vehicle Customization Settings
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Passlock
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New Vehicle Break-In
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Ignition Positions
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
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Starting Your Engine
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Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine
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Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine
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Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Automatic Transaxle Operation
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Parking Brake
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Shifting Into PARK (P)
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Column Shift
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Console Shift
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
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Torque Lock
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Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust
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Running Your Engine While You re Parked
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Horn
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Tilt Wheel
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
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Turn Signal On Chime
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
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Flash-to-Pass Feature
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Windshield Wipers
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Windshield Washer
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Cruise Control (If Equipped)
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Setting Cruise Control
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Resuming a Set Speed
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
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Ending Cruise Control
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Erasing Cruise Speed Memory
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Exterior Lamps
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Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control
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Delayed Headlamp Illumination
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Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
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Interior Lamps
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Instrument Panel Brightness Control
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Courtesy Lamps
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Illuminated Entry (If Equipped)
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Delayed Entry Lighting
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Delayed Exit Lighting
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Parade Mode
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Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps
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Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
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Dome Lamp
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Battery Rundown Protection
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Mirrors
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Map Lamps
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Map Lamps (Option)
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Electrochromic Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)
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Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Map Lamps (Option)
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Power Outside Mirrors
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Convex Outside Mirror
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Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)
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Storage Compartments
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Glove Box
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Front Armrest (If Equipped)
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Center Console (If Equipped)
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Rear Seat Armrest and Cupholder (If Equipped)
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Trunk Convenience Net (If Equipped)
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Ashtrays and Lighter
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Sun Visors
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Visor Vanity Mirrors
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Accessory Power Outlet
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Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop)
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Cellular Phone Readiness Package (Option)
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OnStar System (If Equipped)
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Safety and Security Services
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Premium Services (Includes Safety and Security Services)
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OnStar System Limitations
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Assist Handles
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Garment Hooks
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Power Sunroof (Option)
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HomeLink Transmitter (Option)
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Programming the HomeLink Transmitter
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Operating the Transmitter
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Training a Garage Opener with a Rolling Code Feature
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Erasing Channels
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Accessories
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The Instrument Panel Your Information System
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Speedometer and Odometer
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Trip Odometer
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Tachometer (If Equipped)
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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Brake System Warning Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (If Equipped)
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Traction Control System Warning Light (3800 V6 Engine)
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
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If the Light Is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
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Low Oil Pressure Light
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Cruise Light (If Equipped)
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Fuel Gage
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Message Center
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Modes
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Service Traction System (If Equipped)
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Traction Active (If Equipped)
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Battery Life Indicator
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Hot Coolant Temp
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Low Coolant Level
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Low Oil Pressure
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Low Eng Oil Level
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Change Engine Oil
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Door Ajar
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Security
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Low Brake Fluid
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Low Fuel
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Low Washer Fluid
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Low Tire Pressure (If Equipped)
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Service Vehicle Soon
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Trunk Open
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Highbeam Out
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Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)
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Compass Variance
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Setting the Variance
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Automatic Compass Calibration
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Manual Compass Calibration
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Error Displays
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Trip Computer
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Resetting the Trip Computer
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Comfort Controls
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Manual Single Zone Climate Control
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Fan Knob
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Temperature Knob
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Mode Knob
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Dual ComforTemp Climate Control (If Equipped)
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Fan Knob
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Driver s Temperature Lever
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Passenger s Temperature Lever
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Mode Knob
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Air Conditioning
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Heating
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Ventilation
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Defogging and Defrosting
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Rear Window Defogger
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Ventilation System
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Ventilation Tips
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Audio Systems
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Setting the Clock
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Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System
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AM-FM Stereo
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Radio Calibration
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Using RDS
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Tight/Loose Tape Sensor Defeat
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CD Adapter Kits
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (Option)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Using RDS
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Playing a Compact Disc
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (Option)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Using RDS
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Tight/Loose Tape Sensor Defeat
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Theft-Deterrent Feature Non- RDS Radios
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Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios (If Equipped)
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
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Understanding Radio Reception
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AM
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FM Stereo
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Tips About Your Audio System
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Care of Your Compact Discs
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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Backglass Antenna
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Vehicle Customization Settings
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Chime Level Adjustment
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Defensive Driving
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Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
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Braking
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Anti-Lock Brakes (If Equipped)
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Using Anti- Lock
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Braking in Emergencies
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Traction Control System (3800 V6 Engine)
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Steering
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Power Steering
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Steering Tips
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Driving on Curves
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Steering in Emergencies
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Off-Road Recovery
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Skidding
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Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning
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Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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Driving Through Flowing Water
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Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
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City Driving
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Freeway Driving
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
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Highway Hypnosis
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Hill and Mountain Roads
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Winter Driving
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Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You re Caught in a Blizzard
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Recreational Vehicle Towing
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Loading Your Vehicle
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Towing a Trailer
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
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Hitches
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Safety Chains
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Trailer Brakes
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Driving with a Trailer
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Following Distance
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Passing
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Backing Up
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Making Turns
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
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Driving On Grades
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Parking on Hills
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
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Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
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Section 5 Problems on the Road
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Hazard Warning Flashers
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Other Warning Devices
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Jump Starting
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Towing Your Vehicle
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Engine Overheating
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Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
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If a Tire Goes Flat
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Changing a Flat Tire
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
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Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Compact Spare Tire
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If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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Doing Your Own Service Work
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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Fuel
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
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Filling Your Tank
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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Checking Things Under the Hood
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Hood Release
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Engine Compartment Overview
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Engine Oil
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Checking Engine Oil
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When to Add Engine Oil
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
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How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message
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What to Do with Used Oil
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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Checking the Fluid Level
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How to Add Fluid
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Engine Coolant
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What to Use
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Checking Coolant
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Adding Coolant
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Radiator Pressure Cap
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Power Steering Fluid
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When to Check Power Steering Fluid
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
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What to Use
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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What to Use
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Adding Washer Fluid
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Brakes
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Brake Fluid
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What to Add
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Brake Wear
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Brake Pedal Travel
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Brake Adjustment
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Replacing Brake System Parts
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Battery
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Vehicle Storage
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Bulb Replacement
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Halogen Bulbs
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Headlamps, Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps
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Headlamp Aiming
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Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
324
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal and Rear Sidemarker Lamps
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Back-Up Lamp
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Rear Courtesy Lamps
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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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Tires
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Inflation -- Tire Pressure
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When to Check
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How to Check
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Tire Inflation Monitor System (If Equipped)
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
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When It s Time for New Tires
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Buying New Tires
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
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Treadwear
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Traction AA, A, B, C
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Temperature A, B, C
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
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Wheel Replacement
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Used Replacement Wheels
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Tire Chains
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Appearance Care
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Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
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Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
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Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
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Cleaning Vinyl
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Cleaning Leather
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Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
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Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
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Care of Safety Belts
340
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
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Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
341
Weatherstrips
341
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Washing Your Vehicle
342
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
342
Finish Care
342
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
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Cleaning Tires
343
Sheet Metal Damage
343
Finish Damage
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Underbody Maintenance
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Chemical Paint Spotting
344
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
345
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Engine Identification
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Service Parts Identification Label
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Electrical System
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Add-On Electrical Equipment
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Headlamp Wiring
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Windshield Wipers
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Power Windows and Other Power Options
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Driver s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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Passenger s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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Underhood Fuse Block (Upper)
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Underhood Fuse Block (Lower)
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Replacement Bulbs
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Capacities and Specifications
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Engine Specifications
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Vehicle Dimensions
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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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Introduction
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Your Vehicle and the Environment
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Maintenance Requirements
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How This Section is Organized
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
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Using Your Maintenance Schedule
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Footnotes
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
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At Each Fuel Fill
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Engine Oil Level Check
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Engine Coolant Level Check
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Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
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At Least Once a Month
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Tire Inflation Check
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Cassette Deck Service
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At Least Twice a Year
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Restraint System Check
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Wiper Blade Check
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Trunk Release Sensor Check
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Weatherstrip Lubrication
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Automatic Transaxle Check
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At Least Once a Year
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Key Lock Cylinders Service
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Body Lubrication Service
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Starter Switch Check
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Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check
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Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
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Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check
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Underbody Flushing Service
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
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Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
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Exhaust System Inspection
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Engine Cooling System Inspection
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Throttle System Inspection
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Brake System Inspection
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
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Part E: Maintenance Record
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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure
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Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
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Customer Assistance Offices
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United States
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Canada
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Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)
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GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
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Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
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Canadian Roadside Assistance
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Courtesy Transportation
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Plan Ahead When Possible
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Transportation Options
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Shuttle Service
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Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
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Courtesy Rental Vehicle
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Additional Program Information
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Warranty Information
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS
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2001 Chevrolet Impala Overview
Introduction
The 2001 Chevrolet Impala stands as a classic American sedan, merging comfort, style, and performance seamlessly. This model year features a bold exterior design that combines aerodynamic lines with a spacious and well-appointed interior, making it a perfect choice for families and individuals alike. Known for its reliability and smooth driving experience, the 2001 Impala is a popular choice among sedan enthusiasts.
Powertrains
The 2001 Impala offers two robust powertrain options. The base model comes equipped with a 3.4-liter V6 engine that produces 180 horsepower, delivering commendable fuel efficiency and performance for daily driving. For those seeking more power, the SS trim features a 3.8-liter V6 supercharged engine that generates an impressive 240 horsepower, providing a sportier driving experience with exhilarating acceleration. Both engines are paired with a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic transmission, ensuring a pleasurable ride.
Trims
Chevrolet offers the 2001 Impala in several trims, including the base, LS, and SS. The base model provides essential features such as air conditioning, power windows and locks, and a clear sound system, making it an excellent value. The LS trim enhances comfort and convenience with additional features like premium upholstery and a keyless entry system. The SS trim takes luxury to the next level with sport-tuned suspension, alloy wheels, and upgraded audio systems, catering to drivers who crave performance and style.
Features
In terms of features, the 2001 Chevrolet Impala includes a range of amenities designed for comfort and convenience. Standard features include anti-lock brakes, dual-zone climate control, and an optional premium sound system with CD player. Safety is prioritized with dual front airbags and available side-impact airbags, making it a safe choice for families.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2001 Chevrolet Impala is a valuable resource for vehicle maintenance and operation. It provides essential information about how to care for your Impala, including routine maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and a comprehensive guide to all features and controls. A thorough understanding of these instructions can help optimize performance and longevity, ensuring a satisfying ownership experience.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Impala owner manual for the 2001 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2001 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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