2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA roof

Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light
and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors
and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see
anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing
its job, have it repaired. SeeCare of Safety Belts on
page 5-87for more information.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt
is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system
does not need regular maintenance.
Notice:If you damage the covering for the driver’s
or the right front passenger’s airbag, or the side
impact airbag covering (if equipped) on the ceiling
near the side windows, the airbag may not work
properly. You may have to replace the airbag
module in the steering wheel, both the airbag
module and the instrument panel for the right front
passenger’s airbag, or side impact airbag module
and ceiling covering for roof-mounted side impact
airbags (if equipped.) Do not open or break the
airbag coverings.
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Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-4
Doors and Locks............................................2-10
Door Locks..................................................2-10
Power Door Locks........................................2-11
Automatic Door Lock.....................................2-11
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock.............2-11
Rear Door Security Locks..............................2-12
Lockout Protection........................................2-13
Trunk..........................................................2-13
Windows........................................................2-15
Power Windows............................................2-16
Sun Visors...................................................2-17
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-17
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-17
PASS-Key
®III+............................................2-18
PASS-Key®III+ Operation..............................2-19
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-20
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-20
Ignition Positions..........................................2-21
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................2-22
Starting the Engine.......................................2-22
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-24
Displacement on Demand™ (DoD™)
(5.3L V8 Engine).......................................2-25Automatic Transaxle Operation.......................2-25
Parking Brake..............................................2-28
Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-29
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-31
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-32
Engine Exhaust............................................2-32
Running the Engine While Parked...................2-33
Mirrors...........................................................2-34
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-34
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®..............2-34
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®............................................2-34
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-35
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-35
OnStar
®System.............................................2-36
Universal Home Remote System......................2-38
Universal Home Remote System Operation......2-38
Storage Areas................................................2-42
Glove Box...................................................2-42
Cupholder(s)................................................2-42
Sunglasses Storage Compartment...................2-43
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-43
Rear Storage Area........................................2-43
Rear Seat Armrest........................................2-43
Convenience Net..........................................2-43
Sunroof.........................................................2-44
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Sunroof
If your vehicle is equipped
with a sunroof, the sunroof
switches are located on
the overhead console.
The sunroof can only be operated when the ignition is in
ACCESSORY, RUN, or when Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 2-22.
Q(Vent/Express-Open):To vent the sunroof when it
is closed, press this switch once. When using the
vent, the sunshade should be fully opened. The
sunshade can be opened or closed manually by sliding
it rearward or forward.
From the vent position, press this switch again to
activate the express-open feature. Press the close
switch to stop movement of the sunroof. The sunshade
will automatically open when using express-open.
A deector will automatically pop up when the sunroof
is opened. The deector will retract when the sunroof
is closed.
R(Close):To close the sunroof, press and hold this
switch until the sunroof motor stops, or release the
switch when the desired position has been reached.
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Notice:Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear
the inside rear window may damage the rear
window antenna and/or the rear window defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp
objects.
Because this antenna is built into your rear window,
there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes
and vandals.
If static is heard on the radio, when the rear window
defogger is turned on, it could mean that a defogger grid
line has been damaged. If this is true, the grid line
must be repaired.
If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your
vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to the
glass, make sure that you do not damage the grid lines
for the AM-FM antenna. There is enough space
between the lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna
without interfering with radio reception.XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System
The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof
of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and
ice build up for clear radio reception.
If your vehicle has a sunroof, the performance of the
XM™ system may be affected if the sunroof is open.
Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere
with the performance of the XM™ system. Make sure
the XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is not obstructed.
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Fuses Usage
PWR/SEAT Power Seats
PWR/WNDW Power Window
RAP Retained Accessory Power
HTD/SEAT Heated Seats
AUX Auxiliary Outlets
Fuses Usage
AMP Amplier
S/ROOF Sunroof
ONSTAR OnStar
®
CNSTR Canister
DR/LCK Door Locks
PWR/MIR Power Mirrors
AIRBAG Airbags
DECKLID Trunk
Fuses Usage
DECKLID RLY Trunk Relay
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Specications, Capacities.................................5-99
Speedometer..................................................3-26
Split Folding Rear Seat..................................... 1-9
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-22
Steering........................................................4-11
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-83
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-43
Convenience Net.........................................2-43
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-42
Glove Box..................................................2-42
Rear Seat Armrest.......................................2-43
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-43
Sunglasses Storage Compartment..................2-43
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-28
Sun Visors.....................................................2-17
Sunroof.........................................................2-44
T
Tachometer....................................................3-26
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps.......................................5-50
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-32
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-83Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-17
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-17
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-18
PASS-Key®III+ Operation.............................2-19
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Tire
Pressure Light.............................................3-33
Tires.............................................................5-54
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-89
Buying New Tires........................................5-66
Chains.......................................................5-71
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-73
Cleaning....................................................5-89
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-83
Different Size..............................................5-67
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-72
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-60
Inspection and Rotation................................5-64
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-76
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-61
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-76
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-74
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-81
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-55
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-57
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-68
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-69
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