2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA ignition

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This light should come on, as a check to show you it is
working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not
running. If the light doesn't come on, have it repaired.
This light will also come on during a malfunction in one
of two ways:

Light Flashing
-- A misfire condition has been
detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and
may damage the emission control system on your
vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis
and service may be required.

Light On Steady
-- An emission control system
malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.
Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and
service may be required.
If the Light Is Flashing
The following may prevent more serious damage to
your vehicle:

Reducing vehicle speed.

Avoiding hard accelerations.

Avoiding steep uphill grades.

If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of
cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see
ªIf the Light Is On Steadyº following.
If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so,
stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle.
Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the
engine. If the light remains on steady, see ªIf the Light
Is On Steadyº following. If the light is still flashing,
follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your
dealer or qualified service center for service.
If the Light Is On Steady
You may be able to correct the emission system
malfunction by considering the following:
Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle?
If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install
the cap. See ªFilling Your Tankº in the Index. The
diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been
left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel
cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
A few driving trips with the cap properly installed
should turn the light off.
Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?
If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition
will usually be corrected when the electrical system
dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.

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United States-3400 V6
Engine ClusterUnited States-3800 V6
Engine Cluster
Canada-3400 V6
Engine ClusterCanada-3800 V6
Engine ClusterThe fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about
how much fuel you have left in your tank.
The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of
fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible.
Here are three situations you may experience with
your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with
the fuel gage.

At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the
gage reads full.

It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the
fuel gage indicated. For example, the gage may have
indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a
little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill
the tank.

The gage goes back to empty when you turn off
the ignition.
Message Center
The message center is located below the temperature
gage or the tachometer gage (if equipped) on the
instrument panel cluster. It gives you important safety
and maintenance facts.

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Modes
Service Traction System (If Equipped)
United States Canada
If this message appears when you are driving, there is a
problem with your traction control system and your
vehicle is in need of service.
When this message is displayed, the system will
not limit wheel spin. The message will stay on for
60 seconds and then go out. Four chimes will also
be heard. Adjust your driving accordingly.
When the ignition is turned off, this message will be
displayed again for three seconds to remind you that
your traction control system is not working properly.
Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away.Traction Active (If Equipped)
United States Canada
This message will appear when the traction control
system is limiting wheel spin.
The message will stay on a few seconds after the
traction system stops limiting wheel spin.

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Low Eng Oil Level
United States Canada
This message is displayed for 60 seconds at the start of
each ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low.
Four chimes will also sound.
When the ignition is turned off, this message will be
displayed again for three seconds to remind you that
your engine oil level is low. Be sure to have your vehicle
serviced right away.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index on how to check the
oil level and for what type of oil to add.Change Engine OilUnited States Canada
This message is displayed when the engine oil needs
to be changed. It will appear for 60 seconds.
After 60 seconds, it will go out.
Once the engine oil has been changed, the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL message must be reset. Until it is reset,
this message will be displayed for 60 seconds each time
you start the engine. For more information on resetting
the system, see ªEngine Oil, When to Changeº in
the Index.

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Door Ajar
United States Canada
This message will appear if the driver's door or one of
the passenger's doors is not completely closed and the
ignition is in ON.
If you are in a forward or reverse gear position you will
also hear four chimes.Security United States Canada
This message is displayed to monitor the
Passlock

system.
If the security message is displayed continuously while
driving and stays on, there may be a problem with the
Passlock system. Your vehicle will not be protected by
Passlock, and you should see your dealer for service.

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Low Washer Fluid
United States Canada
This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on
windshield washer fluid.
The message is only displayed for 60 seconds at the
start of each ignition cycle. For more information see,
ªWindshield Washer Fluidº in the Index.
When the ignition is turned off, this message will be
displayed again for three seconds to remind you that
your washer fluid is low. Be sure to refill the washer
fluid tank right away.Low Tire Pressure (If Equipped)United States Canada
The low tire pressure system monitors the inflation
pressure of the tires.
If one or more of the tires is low, the LOW TIRE
PRESSURE message in the system's monitor will be
displayed and four warning chimes will sound.
When you have checked the tire pressures, be sure to
reset the tire inflation monitor. See ªTiresº in the Index.

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Service Vehicle Soon
United States Canada
This message will come on if you have engine problems.
These problems may not be obvious and may not
affect vehicle performance or durability. Consult a
qualified dealership for necessary repairs to maintain
top vehicle performance.
This message may also appear if there are electrical
problems with the trunk release sensor. See ªTrunk
Release Sensorº in the Index for more information.Trunk OpenUnited States Canada
This message will appear if the trunk is not completely
closed and the ignition is in ON.
If you are in a forward or reverse gear position you will
also hear four chimes.
If this message flashes for one minute after the ignition
is turned on, the trunk release sensor is turned off.
See ªTrunk Release Sensorº in the Index for
more information.

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Highbeam Out
United States Canada
If this message appears, you may have a problem with
your high
-beam headlamps.
The message will stay on approximately 60 seconds.
When the ignition is turned off, this message will be
displayed again for three seconds to remind you that you
may have a problem with your highbeam
-headlamps.
Be sure to check your bulbs right away and replace them
if necessary.
See ªBulb Replacementº in the Index.
Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Option)
Optional Sunroof Version Shown
The DIC will show information about the vehicle and
the surroundings.