2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA sunroof

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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
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-2 Windows
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-4 Keys
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-6 Door Locks
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-9 Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped)
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-13 Trunk
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-18 Theft
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-19 Content Theft-Deterrent (Option)
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-20 Vehicle Customization Settings
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-30 Passlock

2-30 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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-31 Ignition Positions
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-32 Starting Your Engine
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-34 Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
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-36 Automatic Transaxle Operation
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-40 Parking Brake
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-41 Shifting Into PARK (P)
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-44 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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-45 Parking Over Things That Burn2
-45 Engine Exhaust
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-46 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
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-47 Tilt Wheel
2
-47 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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-54 Exterior Lamps
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-57 Interior Lamps
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-59 Mirrors
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-66 Accessory Power Outlet
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-68 Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop)
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-69 OnStar
System (If Equipped)
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-73 Power Sunroof (Option)
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-74 HomeLink
Transmitter (Option)
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-78 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
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-80 Instrument Panel Cluster
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-83 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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-94 Message Center
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-103 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)

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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.

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Parade Mode
The instrument panel has an added feature called parade
mode. This feature prohibits the dimming of your
instrument panel displays during the daylight while
the headlamps are on so that you'll still be able to
see the displays.
Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps
Use the switch next to each lamp to turn them
on and off.
Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
The reading lamps are located on the assist handles in
the headliner. These lamps and the interior courtesy
lamps come on when any door is opened. Press the lens
to turn them on. Press it again to turn them off.
Dome Lamp (If Equipped)
The dome lamp will come on when you open a door.
You can also turn this lamp on by turning the exterior
lamps control clockwise as far as it will go. Vehicles that
have the optional sunroof do not have a dome lamp.
Battery Rundown Protection
Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from
draining the battery in case you accidentally leave on the
interior courtesy lamps, reading/map lamps, visor vanity
lamps, trunk lamp or glove box lamps.. If you leave any
of these lamps on, they will automatically turn off after
10 minutes, if the ignition is moved to OFF. The lamps
won't come back on again until you do the following:

Turn the ignition on, or

turn the exterior lamps control off, then on again.
If your vehicle has less than 15 miles (25 km) on the
odometer, the battery saver will turn off the lamps after
only three minutes.
Battery rundown protection will also work if the
headlamps are left on. After having been left on for
10 minutes, the headlamps and the parking lamps will
flash three times. They will remain on for one more
minute before being turned off automatically.
Mirrors
Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you
are sitting in a comfortable driving position.

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Power Sunroof (Option)
Your vehicle may have an express-open sunroof. It
includes a sliding and tilting glass panel and a sunshade.
The switch is located on the overhead console if the
vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center
(DIC). If the vehicle is not equipped with a DIC,
sunroof switch is located on the roof panel headliner.
To open the power
sunroof, press the
switch to the rear twice
and the power sunroof
will fully open.
DIC Version Shown
The switch works only when the ignition is in ACC, ON
or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.Open/Express
-Open:To activate the express-open
feature, push the switch rearward. You can stop the
power sunroof before it is completely open by pushing
the switch forward.
Vent:Your sunroof also has a vent feature. It can
be activated from the closed sunroof position by
pushing the switch once rearward. To close, push and
hold the sunroof switch forward. When using this
feature, the sunshade should be fully opened in the
rearward position.
The sunshade can be opened manually by sliding it
rearward or automatically by opening the power
sunroof. You will need to close the sunshade manually
by sliding it forward.
Close:To close the sunroof, push the switch forward and
hold until the sunroof motor stops, or release the switch
when the desired position has been reached.

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Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Option)
Optional Sunroof Version Shown
The DIC will show information about the vehicle and
the surroundings. It is located in the headliner between
the sun visors.Reset: You can reset the AVG ECON, FUEL USED
or AVG SPEED trip computer modes by pressing and
holding this button for three seconds while you are in
the mode you wish to reset. A chime will sound to
confirm that your requested change has been made
and all the segments of the display will briefly light up.
To change the display to a metric or English reading,
press the RESET and MODE buttons at the same
time. Hold them down for three seconds, and the
display will change. A chime will be heard to confirm
the new selection.
The reset button can also be used to manually calibrate
the compass. See ªManual Compass Calibrationº in
the Index.
The reset button can be used to set the compass zone
variation. See ªCompass Varianceº in the Index.

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Mini Fuses Description
CIG/AUX Accommodated
Device (Accessory)
BCM Body Control Module (Accessory)
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
ABS/PCM Anti
-Lock Brake System,
Powertrain Control Module, Brake
Switch, Crank Relay, Canister
Vent Solenoid (Run, Crank)
STOP Brake Lamps, Body Control
Module (Run, Crank)
TURN SIGNAL Turn Signal Flashers
CRUISE Cruise Control Steering
Column Controls
AC/CRUISE HVAC Temp Door Motors &
Module, Cruise Control Module
A/C FAN HVAC Blower
STR COL Steering Wheel LightingMini Fuses Description
DR LK Body Control Module,
Door Lock Controls
PWR MIR Power Mirrors
CLSTR/BCM Cluster, Body Control Module,
Data Link Connector (Battery),
TrapAlert
System
LH HTD
ST/BCMDriver's Heated Seat, Body
Control Module, Battery
Controlled Loads
Circuit Breaker Description
RETAINED
ACCESSORY
PWR BRKRPower Window, Sunroof Breaker
Circuit Relay Description
HEADLAMP
RELAYHeadlamp Relay
RETAINED
ACCESSORY
PWR RELAYRetained Accessory Power Relay