Chevrolet Impala Limited 2014, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... 2 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 27 Vehicle Personalization 5 34 Universal Remote System 5 39 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 5 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 6 Audio Players 7 14 Phone 7 19 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 1...

Page 2: ...1 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 14 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 12 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 13 OnStar 14 1 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnSt...

Page 3: ...pecific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or...

Page 4: ...ich means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information This symbol ...

Page 5: ...se Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...7 Passenger Sensing System 1 8 Mirror Adjustment 1 8 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 9 Interior Lighting 1 9 Exterior Lighting 1 10 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 10 Climate Controls 1 11 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 13 Satellite Radio 1 14 Portable Audio Devices 1 14 Bluetooth 1 14 Steering Wheel Controls 1 15 Cruise Control 1 15 Power Outlets 1 16 Universal Remote System 1 16 Performance and Maintenance Tr...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 9: ...2 Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 13 Cruise Control on page 9 29 14 Hood Release See Hood on page 10 4 15 Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 15 16 Horn on page 5 3 17 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 If Equipped 18 Ignition Positions on page 9 15 19 Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 20 Power Outlets on page 5 7 21 Center Console Shift Lever If E...

Page 10: ... Remote Vehicle Start If equipped the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle Starting the Vehicle 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release Q 3 Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running The doors will be locked and the c...

Page 11: ...ch to unlock all doors For more information see Power Door Locks on page 2 7 Delayed Locking on page 2 8 Trunk Release To open the trunk from the outside press V on the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 Or use the key in the lock cylinder if equipped To open the trunk from the inside press V See Trunk on page 2 9 Windows The power window switches are on the ...

Page 12: ...on page 3 3 To adjust the seatback see Manual Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Power Seats To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 Power Reclining Seatback To...

Page 13: ...g on page 3 7 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position See Head Restraints on page 3 2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Safety Belts Refer to the fo...

Page 14: ... by this The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started United States Canada See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 for important information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door armrest Press the left or right side of the selector located above the control pad to adjust the dr...

Page 15: ...ill automatically adjust to reduce the glare of lights from behind the vehicle See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2 14 Steering Wheel Adjustment The tilt wheel lever is located on the left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place Do ...

Page 16: ...sition again will turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on For vehicles first sold in Canada the off position only works when the vehicle is shifted into the P Park position AUTO Automatically operates the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 2 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instru...

Page 17: ...luid on the windshield See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 Climate Controls This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system The heating cooling defrost defog and ventilation can be controlled with either of these systems Dual Zone with Optional Heated Seat Controls 1 Fan Control 2 Outside Air 3 Recirculation 4 Air Delivery Mode Control 5 Air Conditioning 6 Driver and Passenger He...

Page 18: ...A Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 1 12 In Brief Single Zone 1 Fan Control 2 Outside Air 3 Temperature Control 4 Recirculation 5 Air Delivery Mode Control 6 Air Conditioning 7 Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 ...

Page 19: ...rent FM RDS or SiriusXM station or CD MP3 or WMA song If information is available during SiriusXM or CD playback the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line When information is not available No Info displays For more information about these and other radio features see Infotainment on page 7 1 Storing a Favorite Station Depe...

Page 20: ... wait five seconds until the flashing stops and the current time displayed is automatically set For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system see Clock on page 5 6 Satellite Radio SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free musi...

Page 21: ... on Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with the OnStar or Bluetooth systems if equipped c x Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite the next track if a CD is playing reject an incoming call or end a current call SRCE Press to choose between the radio CD and auxiliary input jack e e Press to increase or decrease volume Press to go to the next radio station whi...

Page 22: ... the console bin under the instrument panel On vehicles without a center console two are located under the climate controls and another outlet for the rear seat passengers is at the rear of the center front seat Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use See Power Outlets on page 5 7 Universal Remote System Vehicles with the Universal Remote System will have these buttons located in th...

Page 23: ...n traction control To turn off both TCS and ESC press and hold the TCS ESC button Y on the instrument panel until g illuminates and the appropriate DIC message display See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 30 Press and release the TCS ESC button Y again to turn on both systems See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 27 Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pre...

Page 24: ...ve seconds The oil life will change to 100 See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 8 E85 or FlexFuel Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See E85 or FlexFuel on page 9 33 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 31 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affe...

Page 25: ...8 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 OnStar If equipped this vehicle has a comprehensive in vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency Security Navigation Connection and Diagnostic Services See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 ...

Page 26: ...Black plate 20 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 1 20 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 27: ...ilizer Operation 2 12 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 13 Power Mirrors 2 14 Heated Mirrors 2 14 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 14 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 14 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 14 Windows Windows 2 15 Power Windows 2 15 Sun Visors 2 16 Roof Sunroof 2 16 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and children or othe...

Page 28: ...rview on page 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not workin...

Page 29: ...on page 2 11 V Remote Trunk Release Press and hold for about one second to open the trunk The transmission must be in P Park L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press and release to locate the vehicle The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds ...

Page 30: ...roximately 30 minutes to complete for the first key The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you 1 Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition 2 Turn to ON RUN The security light will come on 3 Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off 4 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 5 Repeat Steps 2 4 two more times After the third time turn to ON RUN the key is learn...

Page 31: ...ir conditioning systems and rear window defogger When the remote start system is active and the vehicle has an automatic climate control system it will automatically regulate the inside temperature Normal operation of these systems will return after the ignition key is turned to ON RUN Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters For example some laws may require a person using...

Page 32: ... RUN to drive the vehicle The engine will shut off automatically after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done or the vehicle s key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to ON RUN To manually shut off a remote start do any of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and release Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch out of LOCK OFF and...

Page 33: ...ways lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening From the outside use the key in the driver door or use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to lock and unlock the vehicle From the inside use the manual or power door locks To lock or unlock the driver side ...

Page 34: ...ization on page 5 34 Automatic Door Locks The doors will automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P Park The automatic door locking feature cannot be disabled Programmable Automatic Door Unlock The vehicle is programmed so that when the shift lever is moved into P Park all doors will unlock With the vehicle stopped and the engine running door unlocking can be programmed through prom...

Page 35: ... the rear door manual lock 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position 3 Do the same for the other rear door Doors Trunk Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate trunk hatch open or with any o...

Page 36: ... 21 Trunk Release To open the trunk from the outside press V on the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 Or use the key in the lock cylinder if equipped Remote Trunk Release To open the trunk from the inside press V See Trunk on page 2 9 The trunk can also be opened by lowering the rear seat and pulling the emergency trunk release handle located inside the trun...

Page 37: ...KE transmitter If you are using the RKE transmitter the door does not need to be open 3 Close all doors Once armed the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the RKE transmitter or a key or turns the ignition on with an incorrect key The horn will sound and the turn signal lamps will flash for about 30 seconds When the alarm is armed the trunk may be opened with the ...

Page 38: ...is turned to ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or START from the LOCK OFF position You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system When the PASS Key III system senses that someone is using the wrong key it prevents the vehicle from starting Anyone using a trial and error method to start the vehicle wi...

Page 39: ...rn the key to LOCK OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON RUN position within five seconds of turning the ignition to the LOCK OFF position in Step 3 The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed 5 Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to be programmed If you lose or damage your PASS Key III key see your dealer or a locksmit...

Page 40: ...the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the outside rearview mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 for more information Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle Do not spray glass c...

Page 41: ...he sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows See Keys on page 2 1 The switches on the driver door armrest are used to con...

Page 42: ...ss the right side of the switch to prevent the rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows and the front passenger can control their own window with the lockout on Press the left side of the switch to return to normal window operation A red bar on the right side of the switch indicates that the lockout is off Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to b...

Page 43: ...e sunshade will automatically open when using express open A deflector will automatically pop up when the sunroof is opened The deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed R Close Press and hold this switch until the sunroof motor stops to close the sunroof or release the switch when the desired position has been reached Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This co...

Page 44: ...Black plate 18 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 2 18 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES ...

Page 45: ...r a Crash 3 17 Airbag System Airbag System 3 18 Where Are the Airbags 3 19 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 21 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 22 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 22 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 22 Passenger Sensing System 3 24 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 28 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 29 Airbag System Check 3 29 Replacing Airbag System ...

Page 46: ... the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restrai...

Page 47: ...ts are not designed to be removed Front Seats Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to move the...

Page 48: ...e 4 1 The seatback doubles as an armrest for the driver or front passenger when the center seat is unoccupied Power Seat Adjustment To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down The driver seat may have power reclining seatback...

Page 49: ...otection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Manual Reclining Seatbacks Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be s...

Page 50: ... condition should use care when using the seat heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat If available the buttons are on the climate control panel To operate the ignition must be o...

Page 51: ...button again Rear Seats Rear Seats Split Folding Flip and Fold Feature On vehicles with this feature the seat cushions flip forward and the seatbacks fold down to create an extended flat cargo area To flip the seat cushion and fold the seatback 1 Make sure the front seats are not reclined The seat cushion will not flip forward completely if the front seats are reclined 2 Flip the seat cushion forw...

Page 52: ...ety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 2 Make sure the safety belts are properly stowed over the seatback in all three seating position...

Page 53: ...de in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas Continued Warning Continued are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Always wear a safety belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indicators as ...

Page 54: ...y belts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 3 30 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 32 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important fo...

Page 55: ...or behind your back Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position if equipped which has a lap belt See Lap Belt on page 3 15 for more information The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable ...

Page 56: ...clicks If the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle check if the correct buckle is being used Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 3 16 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the heig...

Page 57: ...ow to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 10 Squeeze the buttons on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it down without squeezing the buttons to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners Thi...

Page 58: ...lled and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the guide out from the pocket on the edge of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under t...

Page 59: ...afety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a sa...

Page 60: ...fety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular ...

Page 61: ...age the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the s...

Page 62: ...s the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door For roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most impor...

Page 63: ...hile still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Always secure children properly in the vehicle To read how see Older Children on pa...

Page 64: ...ar The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not infl...

Page 65: ...sensors that help the airbag system determine the severity of the impact Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is no...

Page 66: ...instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly o...

Page 67: ...ff the hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caut...

Page 68: ...or on or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 14 The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence o...

Page 69: ...the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag if The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint A front outboard passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passe...

Page 70: ...straint If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints F...

Page 71: ...t massagers a laptop or other electronic devices 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit Warning If the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult siz...

Page 72: ...e likely that the passenger sensing system will turn on the passenger airbag while a child restraint or child occupant is on the seat If the passenger airbag is turned on the on indicator will be lit If the passenger seat gets wet dry the seat immediately If the airbag readiness light is lit do not install a child restraint or allow anyone to occupy the seat See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 13...

Page 73: ... diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non GM covers upholstery or trim or with GM covers upholstery or trim designed for a different vehicle Any obj...

Page 74: ...e vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not Continued Warning Continued protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See...

Page 75: ... of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bo...

Page 76: ...right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in th...

Page 77: ... a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a 110 kg 240 lb force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing...

Page 78: ...t come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support In a crash if an infant is in a rear facing child restraint the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest...

Page 79: ...surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also ...

Page 80: ...is manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada Cert...

Page 81: ...lates and the passenger seat is in a forward position The vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions Even if the passenger sensing system if equipped has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusu...

Page 82: ...Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The LATCH system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments LAT...

Page 83: ...t all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments Lower Anchors Lower anchors 1 are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments 2 Top Tether Anchor A top tether 3 4 anchors the top of the child restraint to the v...

Page 84: ...s to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist in locating the l...

Page 85: ...e LATCH System Warning If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to anchors the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Install a LATCH type child restraint properly using the anchors or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the in...

Page 86: ...o not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead use the vehicle s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restr...

Page 87: ...sing has a fixed headrest and you are using a single tether route the tether over the head restraint If the position you are using has a fixed headrest and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If you are using a single tether in the center seating position without a headrest route the single tether over the seatback If you are using a dual tether in the center sea...

Page 88: ...e time of the crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 38 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a ...

Page 89: ...ion the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt ...

Page 90: ...connect it Securing Child Restraints Center Front Seat Position Warning A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inflate Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It is always better to secure a child restraint in a rear seat Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position Securing Child Restrain...

Page 91: ...ild restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 for additional information If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 38 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a...

Page 92: ...uld be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When install...

Page 93: ...h When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag is off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 ...

Page 94: ...Black plate 50 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 3 50 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES ...

Page 95: ...Sunglasses Storage A storage compartment for sunglasses may be located above the rearview mirror Push on the cover to open the compartment Armrest Storage For vehicles with a rear seat armrest pull the tab on the armrest forward to access it Rear Storage For vehicles with a split folding rear seat there are two storage areas underneath Pull the tab s located by the passenger side safety belt buckl...

Page 96: ...ng U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 4 2 Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience net it is located in the rear Use it to store small loads as far forward as possible The net should not be used to store heavy loads ...

Page 97: ...ctronic Stability Control ESC Off Light 5 19 Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Light 5 20 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 20 Tire Pressure Light 5 21 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 21 Security Light 5 22 High Beam On Light 5 22 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 22 Cruise Control Light 5 22 Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC 5 23 Vehicle Mes...

Page 98: ...the left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle s options Some audio controls can be adju...

Page 99: ... sourced to the CD Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers 8 Mist Single wipe turn to 8 then release Several wipes hold the band on 8 longer 9 Off Turns the windshield wipers off 6 Adjustable Interval Wipes Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less...

Page 100: ...luid Messages on page 5 34 Compass This vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center DIC Compass Zone Your dealer will set the correct zone for your location Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country trip or moving to a new state or province it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance by resetting the zone through the DIC if the zone is not...

Page 101: ...tructures if possible If CAL should ever appear in the DIC display the compass should be calibrated If the DIC display does not show a heading for example N for North or the heading does not change after making turns there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic CB or cell phone antenna mount a magnetic emergency light magnetic note...

Page 102: ...s are flashing Turn the f knob Press SEEK or SEEK Press FWD or s REV 3 Press the H button again until the clock display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time or wait five seconds until the flashing stops and the current time displayed is automatically set To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour press the H button until 12H or 24H is displayed Once 12H or 24H is disp...

Page 103: ... button again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out Power Outlets The vehicle has three 12 volt outlets which can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player On vehicles with a center console one outlet is located inside the center floor console and two outlets are located at the front of the console bin under the instrument panel On vehicles witho...

Page 104: ...let can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only such as cell phone charge cords Cigarette Lighter If equipped with a cigarette lighter it is in the console if the vehicle has one otherwise it may be located in the center armrest of the front seat Caution Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighte...

Page 105: ...arning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or whe...

Page 106: ...Black plate 10 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 5 10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Uplevel Shown Base and Metric Similar ...

Page 107: ...ight not be accurate If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed it must be set to the mileage total of the old odometer If that is not possible then it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading of the vehicle when the new odometer was installed Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Caution If the en...

Page 108: ...ted For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the fuel tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little when while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge does not go back to empty when the ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Metric English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature If th...

Page 109: ...ge 3 24 When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on The front passenger safety...

Page 110: ...ave the vehicle serviced right away If there is a problem with the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See Airbag System Messages on page 5 31 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 for important safety information The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator United ...

Page 111: ...ss Light on page 5 13 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light 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 If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer The light should go out once the engine starts If it stays on or comes on while driving there could be a pro...

Page 112: ... be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause th...

Page 113: ...d should turn the light off Check that good quality fuel is used Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up If one or more of these conditions occurs change t...

Page 114: ... OBD II system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle For normal braking performance both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have the brake system inspected...

Page 115: ...omes on steady Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Br...

Page 116: ...cle requires service If the indicator warning light is on and flashing the TCS and or the StabiliTrak system is actively working See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 27 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light goe...

Page 117: ...about a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 42 Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle ...

Page 118: ...ght will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 11 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low...

Page 119: ...and the outside air temperature when viewing the trip and fuel information The compass direction appears on the top right corner of the DIC display The outside air temperature automatically appears in the bottom right corner of the DIC display If there is a problem with the system that controls the temperature display the numbers will be replaced with dashes If this occurs have the vehicle service...

Page 120: ... reset button while the desired trip odometer is displayed The trip odometer has a feature called the retro active reset This can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of miles kilometers driven since the ignition was last turned on This can be used if the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip To use the retro active reset feature press and hold the set reset button for ...

Page 121: ...ay to zero press and hold the set reset button Instantaneous Economy Press the trip fuel button until INST ECONOMY displays This display shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and will change frequently as driving conditions change This display shows the instantaneous fuel economy in miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km Unlike average economy this screen cannot...

Page 122: ...surement Once in this display press the set reset button to select between ENGLISH or METRIC units Tire Pressure On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS the pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC The tire pressure will be shown in either pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa Press the vehicle information button until the DIC displays FRONT TIRES PSI kPa LEFT RIGHT P...

Page 123: ... displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice At the point that the features are disabled this message is displayed It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow the battery t...

Page 124: ...Air Conditioning OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the A C operation automatically resumes You can continue to drive your vehicle If this message continues to appear have the system repa...

Page 125: ... on page 5 21 Stop the vehicle immediately as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this messa...

Page 126: ...cle for more than about 1 2 km 0 75 mile with a turn signal on See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 6 4 This message displays and a chime sounds only when the ignition is in ON RUN The message will not disappear until the turn signal is manually turned off or a turn is completed Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC this message d...

Page 127: ...LITRAK OFF If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC this message displays when the ESC is turned off manually See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 27 TRACTION CONTROL OFF If your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS this message displays when the TCS turns off See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 27 This message may display when the ...

Page 128: ...WER STEERING This message displays when a problem is detected with the power steering system When this message is displayed you may notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle increases or feels heavier but you will still be able to steer the vehicle Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays when a non emissions related malfunction oc...

Page 129: ...cation of the low tire The low tire pressure warning light will also come on See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 21 You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read the other messages that may have been sent at the same time press the set reset button If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on t...

Page 130: ...nd cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two different drivers All of the customization options may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on the DIC The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have been changed from their default state since then The customization preferences are automatic...

Page 131: ...ISH default All messages will appear in English FRANCAIS All messages will appear in French ESPANOL All messages will appear in Spanish NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the auto...

Page 132: ...itter LIGHTS ONLY The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN LIGHTS ON default The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous c...

Page 133: ... 2 MINUTES The exterior lamps will stay on for two minutes NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle...

Page 134: ...eature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 for more information Press the customization button until REMOTE START appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF...

Page 135: ...ization button again will return you to the beginning of the FEATURE SETTINGS menu Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs The vehicle is shifted out of P Park The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited A 40 second time ...

Page 136: ...ntrol transmitter is needed for Fixed Code programming The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons in this section Park the vehicle outside of the garage when programming a garage door Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate that is being programmed Programming Universal Home Remote Rollin...

Page 137: ...icator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 Press and release the same button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home automation device repeat Steps 1 through 5 choosing a different function button in Step 3 than what was use...

Page 138: ... the brand of transmitter The garage door opener receiver motor head unit could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter is different or if the dip switch settings are different use the dip switch settings on the motor head unit to program the Universal Home Remote The mot...

Page 139: ...right into the Universal Home Remote when completing Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode 3 1 Left Button Up or On 3 2 Middle Button Middle 0 or Neutral 3 3 Right Button Down or Off 4 The indicator lights will blink slowly Enter each switch setting f...

Page 140: ...on in Step 6 than what was used for the garage door opener Universal Remote System Operation Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The program...

Page 141: ...amps 6 6 Reading Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 7 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 7 Parade Dimming 6 7 Battery Load Management 6 7 Battery Power Protection 6 8 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel There are four positions O Off Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Ru...

Page 142: ...e the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal lever away from you This instrument cluster light 3 comes on if the high beam lamps are turned on while the ignition is in ON RUN To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward you Flash to Pass This feature is used to signal to the vehicle ahead that you want to pass If the headlamps are off or i...

Page 143: ... it works with the DRL Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to P or to disable this f...

Page 144: ... the turn signal flashes three times The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb might be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 28 Turn Signal On Chime If either one of the turn signals are le...

Page 145: ...s This knob is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Push the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights Push the knob back in when finished Courtesy Lamps When a door is opened the courtesy lamps automatically come on They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle You can also m...

Page 146: ...mps on and off Lighting Features Entry Lighting For vehicles with courtesy lamps they come on and stay on for a set time whenever the unlock symbol is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter If a door is opened the lamps stay on while it is open and then turn off automatically about 20 seconds after the door is closed If the unlock symbol is pressed and no door is opened the lamps turn...

Page 147: ...st be off for delayed exit lighting to work When the key is removed interior illumination activates and remains on until one of the following occurs The ignition is in ON RUN The power door locks are activated An illumination period of 20 seconds has elapsed If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on becau...

Page 148: ...speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action may be noticeable to the driver If so a Driver Information Center DIC message might be displayed such as BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE If this messages displa...

Page 149: ... give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving do the following while the vehicle is parked Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system Set up the tone speaker adjustments and preset radio stations For more information see Defensive Driving ...

Page 150: ... 8 20 13 7 2 Infotainment System Theft Deterrent Feature TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle Operation Radio with CD Base ...

Page 151: ...r on the radio display as tabs directly above the softkeys Using the Radio O Power Volume Press to turn the system on and off Turn to increase or decrease the volume 4 Information Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time While the ignition is off press this button to display the time Speed Compensated Volume SCV Radios with the SCV feature automatically adjust t...

Page 152: ... Equalization Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for different types of music Selecting MANUAL or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble Radio with CD MP3 BASS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust the bass midrange or treble 1 Pr...

Page 153: ...ress SEEK or SEEK Press FWD or s REV Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade Radio with CD MP3 BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade 1 Press the f knob until the speaker control tabs display 2 Highlight the desired speaker control tab by doing one of the following Press the f knob Press the softkey under the desired tab 3 Adjust the setting by doing one of the following Turn the f knob c...

Page 154: ...DS Features If additional information is available for the current song being played Auto Text will automatically page scroll the information every three seconds above the FAV presets on the radio display By default Auto Text is enabled To change the Auto Text setting 1 Press MENU to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey under AUTO TXT tab on the radio display 3 Press the softkey under ...

Page 155: ...re encouraged to store radio station while the vehicle is parked See Defensive Driving on page 9 2 Tune to stored radio stations using the presets favorites button and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has this feature Radios that have a FAV button store radio stations as favorites up to 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency tabs a...

Page 156: ...a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A service fee is required to receive the XM service If SiriusXM Service needs to be reactivated the radio will display No Subscription Please Renew on channel XM1 For mor...

Page 157: ...EEK again to stop scanning SEEK Press to go to the next SiriusXM channel To scan stations press and hold SEEK for a few seconds until the radio beeps once The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press SEEK again to stop scanning s REV Press to go to the previous SiriusXM category FWD Press to go to the next SiriusXM category Finding a Category CAT Channel ...

Page 158: ...s if the vehicle has this feature Up to 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the FAV button Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations available per page Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped stations Storing an Sirius...

Page 159: ... station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button No Artist Info No artist information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Title Info No song title information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No CAT Info No category information is available at this time on this channel The s...

Page 160: ...eception most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km 10 to 40 mi Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically wo...

Page 161: ...he grid lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window antenna and or the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects Caution Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with met...

Page 162: ...ris If an error displays see CD Messages later in this section Care of CDs Store a disc in its original case or a protective case and away from direct sunlight and dust If the bottom of a disc is damaged it may not play properly or at all Do not touch the bottom of a disc while handling it pick it up by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge If the surface of a disc is...

Page 163: ... to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track 4 Information Press to display available additional information about the current track BAND Press to listen to the radio while a CD is playing The CD remains inside the CD player CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to play a CD while listening to the ...

Page 164: ...ut the file extension as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or 4 pages are shortened The display does not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename is not displayed Playlists Discs that have playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or RealPlayer software can be accessed however there is no playlist editing capability using the radio...

Page 165: ...he MP3 disc remains inside the CD player CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to play an MP3 disc while listening to the radio or a portable audio device Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device Found may display Softkeys The six softkeys below the radio display a...

Page 166: ...o return to the main music navigator screen The album name displays on the second line between the arrows and songs from the current album begins to play Once all songs from that album have played the player moves to the next album in alphabetical order on the disc and begins playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the softkey below the Back tab to return to normal MP3...

Page 167: ...r Volume Turn to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player Additional volume adjustments might need to be made from the portable device BAND Press to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues playing until it is stopped or turned off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing Press again and th...

Page 168: ...ft Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the in vehicle Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information on compatible phones Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to interpret voice commands to dial phone numbers and name tags For additional information say Help while you are in a voice recognition menu Noise Keep interior noise le...

Page 169: ...is deleted from the system Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system To connect to a different paired phone see Connecting to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone 1 Pr...

Page 170: ...ailable cell phones were paired Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to you may have to use this command several times 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say Change phone If another cell phone is found the response will be Phone name is now connected If another cell phone is not found the original phone remains connected Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The syste...

Page 171: ...Store and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Delete Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Delete 3 Say the name tag you want to delete Using the Delete All Name Tags Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Turn by Turn Destinations Directory if equipped To delete all n...

Page 172: ...ed by the system say Verify at any time 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Digit Dial 3 Say each digit one at a time that you want to dial After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say Dial Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press and hold...

Page 173: ... b g and then say Un mute call Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone The cell phone must be paired and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred The connection process can take up to two minutes after the ignition is turned to ON RUN Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call with the ...

Page 174: ...tem Account numbers can also be stored for use Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial 3 Say the number or name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information F...

Page 175: ...ol Systems This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control system The heating cooling defrost defog and ventilation can be controlled with this system If equipped with heated seats see Heated Front Seats on page 3 6 Dual Zone with Optional Heated Seat Controls 1 Fan Control 2 Outside Air 3 Recirculation 4 Air Delivery Mode Control 5 Air Conditioning 6 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Eq...

Page 176: ... combination of those modes If the airflow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting the passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced There will be some airflow noticeable from the various outlets when driving even with the fan in the off position For more information see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 5 and Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 Air Delivery Mode Control...

Page 177: ...tor light indicates that the air conditioning compressor is currently not available On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down It also helps the system to operate more efficiently For quick cool down on hot days do the following 1 Select the H mode 2 Press the button 3 Select the coolest temperature ...

Page 178: ...efogger can be turned on again for additional window clearing The length of defogger operation will increase if the vehicle is being driven If equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors the mirrors heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear window defog button is pressed See Power Mirrors on page 2 14 Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Cau...

Page 179: ...age 8 5 and Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 If fogging reoccurs while in vent or bi level modes with mild temperature throughout the vehicle turn on the air conditioner to reduce windshield fogging Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routi...

Page 180: ...Black plate 6 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 8 6 Climate Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 181: ...9 18 Shifting Into Park 9 19 Shifting out of Park 9 20 Parking over Things That Burn 9 21 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 21 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 22 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 22 Manual Mode 9 24 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 25 Parking Brake 9 26 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 9 27 Cruise Control Cruise Control 9 29 Fuel ...

Page 182: ...e features before driving such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations whil...

Page 183: ...he brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time Average driver reaction time is about three quarters of a second In that time a vehicle moving at 100 km h 60 mph travels 20 m 66 ft which could be a lot of distance in an emergency Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you Avoid needless heavy braking Keep pace ...

Page 184: ...are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand Antilock Brake System ABS allows steering while braking Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving Follow these tips 1 Ease off the accelerator and then...

Page 185: ...nough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide Remember Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction an...

Page 186: ...f cruise control Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep the interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and M...

Page 187: ...ven less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick so there is even less traction Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels ...

Page 188: ...snow Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Continued Warning Continued Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control sys...

Page 189: ...partment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a low forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible To prevent transmission wear wait until the whe...

Page 190: ...oor open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The Tire and Loading Information label lists the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity weight 2 in kilograms and pounds The vehicle capacity weight includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The Tire and Loading Information label also lists the tire size...

Page 191: ...ers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Cons...

Page 192: ...Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum ...

Page 193: ...ar Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Caution Overloading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle If things like suitcases tools packages or anything else are put ins...

Page 194: ...r in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 805 km 500 miles Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 miles or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier C...

Page 195: ...See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 18 This position locks the ignition and steering wheel It also locks the transmission This is the only position in which the ignition key can be inserted or removed The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center If this happens move the steering wheel from left to right while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this doesn t work then the vehicle ...

Page 196: ...sition can also be used for service and diagnostics and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes The switch stays in this position when the engine is running If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery could be drained You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery ...

Page 197: ...ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF position When the Low Fuel warning lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL LOW message is displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC the Computer Controlled Cranking System is disabled to prevent possible vehicle component damage When this happens hold the ignition switch in the START position to continue engine cranking Caution Cranking the engine for long periods of time by retur...

Page 198: ...0 volt AC outlet Warning Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine b...

Page 199: ...shift lever into P Park by pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 While keeping the brake pedal applied set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 26 for more information 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK OFF 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engin...

Page 200: ...The vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the regular brake pedal is applied The shift lock is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If the...

Page 201: ...O which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exhaust system has been modified ...

Page 202: ...21 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 36 Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission has a shift lever on the console between the seats or on the steering column Gear positions are indicated on the instrument cluster P Park This position locks the front wheels It is the best position to use when starting the engine because the veh...

Page 203: ...r gear See Shifting out of Park on page 9 20 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If the Veh...

Page 204: ...g text on Manual Mode Manual Mode Electronic Range Select ERS Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top gear limit of the transmission which can help control the vehicle s speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster When using the ERS mode a number will display next to the L indicating the current range that...

Page 205: ... problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 19 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses that the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change...

Page 206: ...e driver door To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down then push down the parking brake pedal To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down and push the parking brake pedal When you lift your foot off the parking brake pedal the pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound and a brake warning light on the instrument cluster will come on if the parking...

Page 207: ...TCS or ESC begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle It is recommended to ...

Page 208: ...ily when TCS is off The vehicle driveline could be damaged To turn off only TCS press and release the Y button The appropriate DIC message displays To turn TCS on again press and release the Y button If TCS is limiting wheel spin when the Y button is pressed the system will not turn off until the wheels stop spinning To turn off both TCS and ESC press and hold the Y button until the ESC Off light ...

Page 209: ...Traction Control System TCS and when the system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 27 When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used again it can be turned back on T On Off Press to turn cruise control on and off The indicator is lit when cruise control is on RES Resume Accelerate P...

Page 210: ...ease it To increase vehicle speed in small increments briefly press the RES button Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold the SET button on the steering wheel until the lower speed desired is reached then release it To slow down in small increments briefly press t...

Page 211: ...elp keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend using TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines See www toptiergas com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the vehicle See E85 or FlexFuel on page 9 33 Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane r...

Page 212: ...cation D 4814 Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Prohibited Fuels in Recommended Fuel on page 9 31 California Fuel Requirements If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications ...

Page 213: ...of E85 or FlexFuel is encouraged when the vehicle is designed to use it E85 or FlexFuel is made from renewable sources To help locate fuel stations that carry E85 or FlexFuel the U S Department of Energy has an alternative fuel website See www afdc energy gov afdc locator stations E85 or FlexFuel should meet ASTM Specification D 5798 or CAN CGSB 3 512 in Canada Do not use the fuel if the ethanol c...

Page 214: ...eave the fuel pump unattended Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop then unscrew the cap all the way The fuel cap is beh...

Page 215: ...refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Caution If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit properly might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system See M...

Page 216: ...is section For information on driving while towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips For maximum vehicle and trailer weights see Trailer Towing For information on equipment to tow a trailer see Towing Equipment For information on towing a disabled vehicle see Towing the Vehicle on page 10 65 For information on towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home see R...

Page 217: ...s a certain amount of experience The combination you are driving is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself Get acquainted with the handling and braking of the rig before setting out for the open road Before starting check all trailer hitch parts and attachments safety chains electrical connectors lamps tires and mirrors If the trailer has electric brakes start the combination moving an...

Page 218: ...indicators on the instrument cluster flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps also flash telling other drivers the vehicle is turning changing lanes or stopping When towing a trailer the arrows on the instrument cluster flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving...

Page 219: ...ke pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you Start the engine Shift into a gear Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedu...

Page 220: ...sk your dealer for trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13 3 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the pe...

Page 221: ...ch to the bumper Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed If so seal the holes when the hitch is removed If the holes are not sealed dirt water and deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 9 21 Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the to...

Page 222: ...use components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 28 and Adding Equipment to t...

Page 223: ...0 19 Battery 10 20 Starter Switch Check 10 21 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 21 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 21 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 22 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 22 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 23 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 24 Halogen Bulbs 10 24 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 10 24 Taillamps Turn Si...

Page 224: ...51 Tire Chains 10 52 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 53 Tire Changing 10 54 Compact Spare Tire 10 61 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 62 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 65 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 65 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 67 Interior Care 10 72 Floor Mats 10 75 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported servic...

Page 225: ...ty and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehi...

Page 226: ... airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Airbag System Check on page 3 29 Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Records on page 11 14 Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood T...

Page 227: ...Black plate 5 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 228: ...tant steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System ...

Page 229: ...ful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page ...

Page 230: ...rk are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap ...

Page 231: ...ife system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change Always reset the engine oil life to 100 after every oil change It will not reset itself To reset the system 1 Using the DIC display OIL LIFE REMAINING See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 2 Press and...

Page 232: ...filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 Unfasten the clips on top of the engine air cleaner filter housing 2 Lift ...

Page 233: ... to lift the hood 1 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View 2 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap Warning An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned ...

Page 234: ... liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Depending on the engine use a 50 50 mixture of deionized water or clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coola...

Page 235: ...lant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the mark pointed to add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Warnin...

Page 236: ... Keep turning the cap and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the mark pointed to on the front of the coolant surge tank 4 With the coolant surge tank cap off start the engine and let it run until the upper radiator hose starts getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is l...

Page 237: ...ine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem might not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle Climbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning displays with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn t...

Page 238: ...ting mode The temperature gauge also indicates an overheat condition exists Driving extended distances and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for information on the location of the power steering fluid reservoir When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steerin...

Page 239: ...low freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for reservoir location Caution Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Do not mix water with ready to use...

Page 240: ...ect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake pads should be replaced as complete sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjus...

Page 241: ...k If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Warning If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when wo...

Page 242: ...iately Battery Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage Warning Bat...

Page 243: ...hen you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Apply the parking brake Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition on but do not start th...

Page 244: ...r brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 for mor...

Page 245: ...e wiper arm 4 Remove the wiper blade Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not allow the wiper blade to touch the windshield 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustme...

Page 246: ...tact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1 Sidemarker 2 Low Beam Headlamp 3 High Beam Headlamp 4 Parking Turn Signal Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the...

Page 247: ...etaining ring by pulling it away from the headlamp 7 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s base 8 Install the electrical connector to the bulb 9 Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on the bulb base into the matching notch in the retaining ring Turn the bulb a quarter turn clockwise until it stops 10 Reins...

Page 248: ...9 2 Remove the convenience net if equipped Unhook the net from the upper wing nut 3 Turn the upper wing nut counterclockwise and remove it 4 Pull the carpet away from the rear of the vehicle 5 Turn the two hex nuts counterclockwise to remove them 6 Pull out the taillamp assembly and disconnect the wiring harness 7 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 8 Pull the old bulb straight out ...

Page 249: ... 194LL Stoplamp Taillamp and Turn Signal 3057 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the probl...

Page 250: ...windshield wipers If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice be sure to get it fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or ...

Page 251: ...uses relays and features shown Fuses Usage A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor ABS MTR 1 Antilock Brake System ABS Motor 1 ABS MTR 2 ABS Motor 2 AIR PUMP Air Pump AIR SOL Air Injection Reactor Solenoid AIRBAG DISPLAY Airbag Display AUX PWR Auxiliary Power BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 BATT 4 Battery 4 BCM Body Control Module BCM ...

Page 252: ...ng Fan 2 FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps If Equipped FSCM Fuel System Control Module HDLP MDL Headlamp Module HORN Horn HTD MIR Heated Mirror IGN 1 Ignition 1 INJ 2 Injector 2 INT LIGHTS Interior Lamps INT LTS PNL DIM Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Dimmer LT HI BEAM Driver Side High Beam Headlamp LT LO BEAM Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage LT PARK Driver Side Parking Lamp LT SPOT Left Spot LT T SIG ...

Page 253: ...essor FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 VAC PUMP Vacuum Pump PWR TRN Powertrain Relay Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger STRTR Starter Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block is on the passenger side of the vehicle in the carpet molding Remove the fuse block door to access the fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage...

Page 254: ...mation refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout Continued Warning Continued and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Che...

Page 255: ...t all season tires can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code which will be MS Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads Se...

Page 256: ... frequent driving in cold temperatures or on snow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page 10 33 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example 1 Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a par...

Page 257: ...as manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 5 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see ...

Page 258: ...re tire should be inflated to 420 kPa 60 psi For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure on page 10 40 6 Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only 7 TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specifi...

Page 259: ...ting is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power win...

Page 260: ...le Weight Rating for the rear axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresp...

Page 261: ...that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of gri...

Page 262: ...Load Limits on page 9 9 Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Caution Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good Underinflated tires or tires that do not have enough air can result in Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Continued Caution Continued Overin...

Page 263: ...mation label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pressure is reached If the inflation pressure is high press on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve to release air Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gauge Return the valve caps on the valve stems to prevent leaks and keep out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System ...

Page 264: ...l flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alter...

Page 265: ... light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as the vehicle is driven This could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load L...

Page 266: ...process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match the original equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than tho...

Page 267: ...valve stem Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position 6 Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 7 Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 8 Proceed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 The...

Page 268: ...s Time for New Tires on page 10 47 and Wheel Replacement on page 10 51 Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated See Tire Pressure on page 10 40 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9 Reset ...

Page 269: ...ver time This also applies to the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging takes place GM recommends that tires including the spare if equipped be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear The tire manufacturer date is the last four digits of the DOT Tire Id...

Page 270: ...ll season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 34 GM recommends replacing worn tires in complete sets of four Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time If proper rotation a...

Page 271: ...nstalled See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 41 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9 Different Size Tires and Wheels If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires vehicle performance including its braking ride and handling characteristics sta...

Page 272: ...ry with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gove...

Page 273: ... or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis Consider an alignment check if there is unusual t...

Page 274: ...o the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of...

Page 275: ...bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your dealer or an authorized tire ...

Page 276: ...the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 5 Place wheel blocks on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks 1 1 Wheel Block 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire Tire Changing Remo...

Page 277: ...re Tire This vehicle may have aluminum wheels with exposed wheel nuts Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet Or this vehicle may have steel wheels with plastic covers To remove the plastic covers and wheel nut caps loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench in a counterclockwise direction If needed finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut cap...

Page 278: ...each wheel nut to loosen it Do not remove them yet 3 For all wheel types find the jacking location using the diagram above and the corresponding jacking notches located on the bottom side of the plastic molding The notches in the plastic molding are marked with a triangle shape to help you find them The front location is about 17 7 cm 7 0 in from the rear edge of the front wheel well The rear loca...

Page 279: ...for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground to install the compact spare tire 6 Remove all wheel nuts and the flat tire Warning R...

Page 280: ... wheel could fall off causing a crash 9 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut clockwise by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely Warning Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wh...

Page 281: ...11 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Caution Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle s compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare the cover or the spare could be damaged Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Warning Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or coll...

Page 282: ...urely 4 Store the cover as far forward as possible When storing a compact spare tire in the trunk put the protector back in the foam holder The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire on page 10 61 Use this as a guide for storing the compact spare tire and tools Compact Spare Tire 1 Cover 2 Retainer 3 Co...

Page 283: ...inued Warning Continued crash and you or others could be injured Use only one compact spare tire at a time If this vehicle has a compact spare tire it was fully inflated when new however it can lose air over time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 420 kPa 60 psi Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle The co...

Page 284: ...hicles Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together Caution Tire chains will not fit the compact spare Using them can damage the vehicle and the chains Do not use tire chains on the compact spare Jump Starting For more information about the vehicle battery see Battery on page 10 20 If the battery has run down try...

Page 285: ...12 volt battery with a negative ground system Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting 2 Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P Park See Shifting Into Park on page 9 ...

Page 286: ...ur hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Connect one end of the red positive cable to the jump start positive post Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 6 Do not let the other end of the red positive cable touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Connect one end of the black negat...

Page 287: ... hook to the chassis components including the front and rear subframes suspension control arms and links during towing and recovery of a disabled vehicle or when securing the vehicle Use the proper nylon strap harnesses around the tires to secure the vehicle Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier A wheel lift tow truck could damage the vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing ...

Page 288: ...d equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Dinghy Towing Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground The vehi...

Page 289: ...icing agent only when absolutely necessary and have the locks greased after using See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered...

Page 290: ...Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild p...

Page 291: ... and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses emblems decals and stripes Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle previously in this section Lamp covers are made of plastic and some have a UV protective coating Use only lukewarm water a soft cloth and mild car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Do not clean or wipe them while they are dry Do not use any of the following ...

Page 292: ... Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year Hot dry climates may require more frequent application Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires Caution Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint...

Page 293: ...ftgate hinges and the fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance At least twice a year Spring and Fall use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle s underbody Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this If not removed ...

Page 294: ... cleaners to remain on the surface being cleaned for extended periods of time Cleaners may contain solvents that can become concentrated in the interior Before using cleaners read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows To prevent damage do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or te...

Page 295: ...lowing techniques Gently blot liquids with a paper towel Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed For solid soils remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 Remove excess moisture by gently wringing until water does not drip from the clea...

Page 296: ...dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Caution Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally Never use heat steam spot lifters or spo...

Page 297: ...re with the pedals Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified...

Page 298: ... Mat The driver side floor mat is held in place by one hook type retainer 1 Pull up on the rear of the mat to remove it from the hooks 2 Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the openings on the floor mat over the hooks and push it down into position 3 Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals ...

Page 299: ...trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services Wit...

Page 300: ...for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to have a tra...

Page 301: ...t on page 10 12 Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid on page 10 17 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care on page 10 67 Replace worn or damaged wiper blades See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 22 Check tire inflation pressures See Tire Pressure on page 10 40 Inspect tire wear See Tire Inspection on page 10 45 Visually check ...

Page 302: ... Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 22 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut See your dealer if service is required Inspect sunroof track and seal if equipped See Sunroof on...

Page 303: ... 156 000 km 97 500 mi 168 000 km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine ...

Page 304: ...or air quality or areas with high dust levels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the air filter at each engine oil change 4 Or every five years whichever comes first S...

Page 305: ... 156 000 km 97 500 mi 168 000 km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine ...

Page 306: ...flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the air filter at each engine oil change 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 11 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first 6 Inspect for fraying excessive cr...

Page 307: ...the vehicle maintain a battery with full cranking power Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replaceme...

Page 308: ...er stopping distance or uneven tire wear As part of the multi point inspection trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when service is needed Tires Tires need to be properly inflated rotated and balanced Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires n...

Page 309: ...as the required equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs o...

Page 310: ...xture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 12 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 89021185 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXR...

Page 311: ...10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10350737 A2962C Engine Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 15284938 C...

Page 312: ...13 11 14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 313: ...Black plate 15 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 Service and Maintenance 11 15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 314: ...Black plate 16 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 315: ...e It can be seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 fo...

Page 316: ...ee Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Automatic Transmission 5 0 L 5 3 qt Cooling System Including Reservoir 8 7 L 9 1 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 7 ...

Page 317: ...ies Metric English Fuel Tank RPO FHS 66 3 L 17 5 gal Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 3 Automatic 1 10 mm 0 043 in ...

Page 318: ...Black plate 4 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 319: ...rs 13 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 13 Event Data Recorders 13 14 OnStar 13 14 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 15 Radio Frequency Statement 13 15 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of th...

Page 320: ...letely satisfied with the new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or...

Page 321: ... impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Custome...

Page 322: ...rolet com The Chevrolet online owner experience is a one stop resource that allows interaction with Chevrolet and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and sche...

Page 323: ... is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also ha...

Page 324: ... made many times Services Provided Emergency Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway Tow to th...

Page 325: ... any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be sche...

Page 326: ...d instead of your dealer s shuttle service the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original...

Page 327: ...cle s designed appearance durability and safety are preserved The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equi...

Page 328: ...nce that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read the lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move the vehicle only if...

Page 329: ...ll cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Service Publications Ordering Information S...

Page 330: ...ng Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety...

Page 331: ...5170 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy The vehicle has a number of computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example the vehicle uses computer modules to mo...

Page 332: ...location are recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equ...

Page 333: ... openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the followi...

Page 334: ...Black plate 16 1 Impala Limited Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6885190 2014 crc 8 20 13 13 16 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Page 335: ...us light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free Calling voice commands Give OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation voice commands Requires the available Directions an...

Page 336: ...sonnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if equipped OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if equipped with automatic door locks and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen Navigation OnStar navigation requires the Direction...

Page 337: ... responds with OnStar ready then a tone Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from MapQuest com to their Turn by Turn Navigation or screen based navigation system When ready the directions will be downloaded to the vehicle Destination Download Press Q then request the Advisor to download directions to the navigation system in the vehicl...

Page 338: ...ss System responds OnStar ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call System responds Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call ended St...

Page 339: ...ged OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options available How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services...

Page 340: ...ming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q for help with Locating a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Finding a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Providing directions to the closest hospital or pharmacy in urgent situations TT...

Page 341: ...ery dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency responders A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a verbal route...

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Page 345: ...nflates 3 22 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 21 Where Are the Airbags 3 19 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 29 Passenger Status Indicator 5 14 Readiness Light 5 13 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 28 System Check 3 18 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 11 AM FM Radio 7 6 Antenna Multi band 7 13 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 25 Warning Light 5 19 Appearance Care Exterior 10 67 Interior 10 72 Armre...

Page 346: ... Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Backup Lamps 10 26 Buying New Tires 10 48 C Calibration 5 4 California Fuel Requirements 9 32 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 21 Trunk 2 9 Winter Driving 9 7 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD Player 7 14 Center Console Storage 4 1 Cen...

Page 347: ... 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 9 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 14 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 6 2 Defensive Driving 9 2 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 7 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 7 Delayed Locking 2 8 Devices Auxiliary 7 19 Diagnostics OnStar 14 5 Distrac...

Page 348: ...olant Temperature Gauge 5 12 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 20 Cooling System 10 11 Cooling System Messages 5 28 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 21 Heater 9 18 Oil Life System 10 8 Oil Messages 5 29 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 16 Overheating 10 14 Power Messages 5 29 Pressure Light 5 21 Running While Parked 9 22 Starting 9 16 Entry Lighting 6 6 Equipment Towing 9 41 Event Data R...

Page 349: ...ure 5 12 Fuel 5 11 Odometer 5 11 Speedometer 5 11 Tachometer 5 11 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 9 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 36 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 5 H Halogen Bulbs 10 24 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps Aiming 10 23 Bulb Replacement 10 24 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 6 2 ...

Page 350: ...ages 5 30 Reading 6 6 Lap Belt 3 15 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 11 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 3 44 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 38 Light Electronic Stability Control ESC Off 5 19 Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning 5 20 Lighter Cigarette 5 8 Lighting Delayed Entry 6 7 Delayed Exit 6 7 Entry 6 6 Illumination Control 6 5 Parade Dim...

Page 351: ...ual Mode 9 24 Messages Airbag System 5 31 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 27 Brake System 5 27 Door Ajar 5 27 Engine Cooling System 5 28 Engine Oil 5 29 Engine Power 5 29 Fuel System 5 29 Key and Lock 5 30 Lamp 5 30 Ride Control System 5 30 Security 5 32 Service Vehicle 5 32 Tire 5 32 Transmission 5 33 Vehicle 5 27 Vehicle Reminder 5 33 Washer Fluid 5 34 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 14 Conv...

Page 352: ...ed Engine Protection Operating Mode 10 16 Overheating Engine 10 14 P Parade Dimming 6 7 Park Shifting Into 9 19 Shifting Out of 9 20 Parking Brake 9 26 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 22 Over Things That Burn 9 21 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 14 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 5 Passenger Sensing System 3 24 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5...

Page 353: ...rbag System 3 30 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 3 44 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 17 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 13 General Motors 13 13 U S Government 13 12 Restraints Where to Put 3 36 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 18 Ride Control Systems Messages 5 30 Roads Driving Wet 9 5 Roadside Assistance Program 13 5 Roof Sunroof 2 16 Rotation Tires 10...

Page 354: ... cont d Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Scheduling Appointments 13 7 Vehicle Messages 5 32 Servicing the Airbag 3 28 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 21 Shifting Into Park 9 19 Out of Park 9 20 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 10 26 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 4 Spare Tire Compact 10 61 Specifications and Capacities 12 2 Speedometer 5 11 Start Vehicle Remote 2 5 St...

Page 355: ...Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 50 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 51 Wheel Replacement 10 51 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 47 Winter 10 33 Towing Driving Characteristics 9 36 Equipment 9 41 General Information 9 36 Recreational Vehicle 10 65 Trailer 9 39 Vehicle 10 65 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 9 27 Trailer Towing 9 39 Transmission Automatic 9 22 Fluid Automatic 10 9 Mes...

Page 356: ...4 Visors 2 16 W Warning Brake System Light 5 18 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 17 Messages 5 34 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 51 Different Size 10 49 Replacement 10 51 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 47 Where to Put the Restraint 3 36 Windows 2 15 Power 2 15 Windshield Wiper Washer 5 3 Winter Driving 9 7 Winte...