2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA key

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Horn Chirp On Timer (Available with Remote
Keyless Entry)

Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming
(Available with Remote Keyless Entry)

Return to Original Factory Settings (Available for All)

Exit Vehicle Customization Mode
Entering Programming Mode: To reset or customize
the features, you must first enter the vehicle
customization main menu. To enter the main menu,
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON. The radio must
be off.
2. Press and hold the DISP button on the radio for at
least five seconds until SETTINGS is displayed.
3. Press the SEEK up or down arrows to scroll through
each available feature on your main menu.
4. Press the PREV or NEXT buttons to scroll through
the lower menu. An asterisk (*) will appear next to
the item that is the current setting.
The following information shows how to reset or
customize features after entering the main menu:SETTINGS -- Display Current Settings
OIL LIFE
-- Oil Life Reset: This feature allows you to
reset the GM Oil Life System Monitor after an oil
change, see ªEngine Oilº in the Index. Be careful not to
reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than
when the oil has been changed. It can't be reset
accurately until the next oil change. To clear the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL light from the instrument panel
cluster and reset the oil life monitor:
1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until OIL
LIFE appears on the display.
2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the
submenu. RESET will then be displayed.
3. Press the DISP button to reset. A chime will be heard
to verify the new setting and DONE will be
displayed for one second.
The CHANGE ENGINE OIL light is now reset. You can
either exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the next
feature available on your vehicle.

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FOB LIGHT (Remote Visual Verification): This
feature allows the exterior lights to flash when the
remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock or
unlock the vehicle.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1: OFF
-- Turns feature off.
Mode 2: ON
-- One flash for each remote
lock/two flashes for each remote unlock.
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle
was programmed may have been changed since it left
the factory. To determine the mode to which your
vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a
different mode, do the following:
1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until
FOB LIGHT appears on the display.
2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu.
The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to
it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you
can either exit the programming mode by following the
directions later in this section or program the next
feature available on your vehicle.3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through
the modes to change the current mode.
4. With your preference displayed, press the DISP
button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the
new setting. A new selection will be displayed with
an asterisk (*) for one second.
If your vehicle has the optional content theft-deterrent
system, the first time a remote UNLOCK command is
received, three flashes will be seen and three horn chirps
heard to indicate an alarm condition has occurred since
last arming. See ªContent Theft
-Deterrent Systemº
in the Index.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.

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FOB HORN (Remote Audible Verification): This
feature allows the horn to chirp when the remote keyless
entry transmitter is used to lock or unlock the vehicle.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1: OFF
-- Turns feature off.
Mode 2: PARTIAL
-- One chirp for each remote LOCK
command/no chirp for remote UNLOCK command.
Mode 3: FULL
-- One chirp for each remote
LOCK command/two chirps for the first remote
UNLOCK command.
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle
was programmed may have been changed since it left
the factory. To determine the mode to which your
vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a
different mode, do the following:
1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until
FOB HORN appears on the display.2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu.
The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to
it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you
can either exit the programming mode by following the
directions later in this section or program the next
feature available on your vehicle.
3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through
the modes to change the current mode.
4. With your preference displayed, press the DISP
button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the
new setting. The new selection will be displayed
with an asterisk (*) for one second.
If your vehicle has the optional content theft
-deterrent
system, the first time the remote UNLOCK command is
received three chirps will be heard to indicate an alarm
condition has occurred since last arming. See ªContent
Theft
-Deterrent Systemº in the Index.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.

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CHIRP (Horn Chirp Timer): This feature allows you
to choose between short or long horn chirp sounds when
the remote keyless entry transmitter is used.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1: SHORT
-- Short Chirp
Mode 2: LONG
-- Long Chirp
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which your
vehicle was programmed may have been changed since
it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your
vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a
different mode, do the following:1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until
CHIRP appears on the display.
2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu.
The current selection will have an asterisk (*) next to
it. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you
can either exit the programming mode by following the
directions later in this section or program the next
feature available on your vehicle.
3. Scroll, using the PREV or NEXT buttons, through
the modes to change the current mode.
4. With your preference displayed, press the DISP
button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the
new setting. The new selection will be displayed
with an asterisk (*) for one second.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.

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ORIG. SET (Return to the Original Settings): This
feature allows you to return all feature customization
settings back to their original factory settings. To reset
do the following:
1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until
ORIG. SET appears on the display.
2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the
submenu. SET ALL will appear.
3. With your preference displayed, press the DISP
button to select. A chime will be heard to verify the
new setting. The new selection will be displayed
with an asterisk (*) for one second.
The original factory settings are now reset. You can
either exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the next
feature available on your vehicle.
FOB PROG (Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Programming): This feature allows you to match the
remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle. To
match the transmitter do the following:
1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until
FOB PROG appears on the display.2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the
submenu. BEGIN will be displayed.
3. Press the DISP button to start programming. When
the message PUSH FOB flashes, press and hold the
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitter
at the same time for 15 seconds. A chime will be
heard to verify the transmitter is learned.
4. Repeat Step 3 for each additional transmitter.
The transmitter is programmed now. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
EXIT (Exit Feature Customization Mode): This
feature allows you to exit the vehicle customization
programming. To exit do the following:

Scroll until EXIT appears on the display.

Press the DISP button to exit programming.
A chime will be heard to verify the exit.

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Passlock
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
theft
-deterrent system.
Passlock is a passive theft
-deterrent system. Passlock
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a
valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock
cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled and the
engine will not start.
During normal operation, the SECURITY message will
be displayed after the key is turned to the ON ignition
position. See ªMessage Center, Securityº in the Index.
If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes,
wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart
the engine.
If the engine is running and the SECURITY message
comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn
the engine off. However, your Passlock system is not
working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time. You
may also want to check the fuse (see ªFuses and Circuit
Breakersº in the Index). See your dealer for service.
In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside
Assistance. See ªRoadside Assistanceº in the Index for
more information.
New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
NOTICE:
Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate
ªbreak
-in.º But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don't drive at any one speed -- fast or
slow
-- for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Don't make full
-throttle starts.

Avoid making hard stops for the first
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings aren't yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking
-in guideline every
time you get new brake linings.

Don't tow a trailer during break
-in.
See ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index for
more information.

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Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to
four positions.
The ignition switch is
located on the instrument
panel, to the right of the
steering column.
OFF: This is the only position from which you can
remove the key. Removing the key locks your ignition
and automatic transaxle.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;
if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with
your hand. Using a tool to force it could break
the key or the ignition switch. If none of this
works, then your vehicle needs service.
ACC (Accessory): This is the position in which you
can operate your electrical accessories. With the key
in this position, the ignition and automatic transaxle
will unlock.
ON: This is the position to which the switch returns
after you start the engine and release the switch. The
switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But even
when the engine is not running, you can use ON to
operate your electrical accessories and to display some
instrument panel cluster messages and warning lights.

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START: This position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will
return to ON for normal driving.
When the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow you
to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.
A warning chime will sound if you open the driver's
door while the ignition is in OFF or ACC and the key is
in the ignition.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
With Retained Accessory Power (RAP), your power
windows, audio system and sunroof (option) will
continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
is turned to OFF and none of the doors is opened.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any other position
-- that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're already moving,
use NEUTRAL (N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is
moving. If you do, you could damage the
transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let
go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your
engine warms up.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to
be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat
can damage your starter motor. Wait about
15 seconds between each try to help avoid
draining your battery or damaging your starter.