2010 CHEVROLET IMPALA washer fluid

MaintenanceI•
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
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Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
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Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-33.
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Tire inflation check. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-59.
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Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-65.
•
Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 6-65.
•
Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). A leak in any system must
be repaired and the fluid level checked.
•
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven
in dusty conditions only). SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 6-19.
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Brake system inspection (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).
MaintenanceII•
Perform all services described in MaintenanceI.
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Steering and suspension inspection. Visual
inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear.
•
Engine cooling system inspection. Visual inspection
of hoses, pipes, fittings, and clamps and
replacement, if needed.
•
Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear,
cracking, or contamination and windshield and wiper
blade cleaning, if contaminated. SeeWindshield
and Wiper Blades on page 6-92. Worn or damaged
wiper blade replacement. SeeWindshield Wiper
Blade Replacement on page 6-49.
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Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, folding
seat hardware, and rear compartment hinges
lubrication. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 7-10. More frequent lubrication
may be required when vehicle is exposed to a
corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
•
Restraint system component check. SeeChecking
the Restraint Systems on page 2-74.
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Automatic transmission fluid level check and adding
fluid, if needed. SeeAutomatic Transmission Fluid
on page 6-22.
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Engine air cleaner filter inspection. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 6-19.
•
Passenger compartment air filter replacement
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
More frequent replacement may be required if
vehicle is driven regularly under dusty conditions.
Additional Required ServicesAt Each Fuel Stop
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Engine oil level check. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.
•
Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
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Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-33.
Once a Month
•
Tire inflation check. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-59.
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Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-65.
Once a Year
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Starter switch check. SeeOwner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
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Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)
mechanism check. SeeOwner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
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Automatic transmission shiftlock control system
check. SeeOwner Checks and Services on
page 7-8.
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Ignition transmission lock check. SeeOwner
Checks and Services on page 7-8.
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Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure
check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser
outside cleaning. SeeCooling System on
page 6-24.
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Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection
for loose or damaged components.
•
Throttle system inspection for interference, binding
or for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have
high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate
accelerator or cruise control cables.
7-5

Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system.••
Engine coolant level check.••
Windshield washer fluid level check.••
Tire inflation pressures check.••
Tire wear inspection.••
Rotate tires.••
Fluids visual leak check.••
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only).••
Brake system inspection.••
Steering and suspension inspection.•
Engine cooling system inspection.•
Windshield wiper blades inspection.•
Body components lubrication.•
Restraint system components check.•
Passenger compartment air filter replacement.•
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions).•
7-7

Recommended Fluids and
LubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number, or specification can be obtained from your
dealer/retailer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM Standard
GM6094M and displays the
American Petroleum Institute
Certified for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, seeEngine Oil on page 6-15.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967,
in Canada 89021320).
Windshield
WasherOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring Anchor,
and
Release PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and Door
HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningWeatherstrip Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 3634770,
in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
7-10

Electrical System (cont.)
Power Windows and Other Power Options . . . . . . 6-96
Underhood Fuse Block . ................................6-97
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................6-96
Electronic Immobilizer
PASS-Key
®
III+...........................................3-18
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
PASS-Key
®
III+...........................................3-18
Electronic Stability Control................................. 5-6
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................6-19
Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp...........4-31
Compartment Overview................................6-14
Coolant . . ....................................................6-25
Coolant Heater............................................3-23
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................4-30
Coolant Temperature Warning Light................4-30
Cooling System...........................................6-24
Drive Belt Routing.......................................7-12
Exhaust.....................................................3-31
Oil .............................................................6-15
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........6-32
Overheating................................................6-29
Starting . . ....................................................3-21
Engine Oil
Life System................................................6-18
Entry Lighting . . ...............................................4-12Event Data Recorders.....................................8-19
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................2-31
Exterior Lamps................................................. 4-9
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................6-19
Finish Damage...............................................6-94
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 4-3
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 4-5
Flat Tire........................................................6-74
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................6-75
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................6-83
Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................6-22
Power Steering...........................................6-32
Windshield Washer......................................6-33
Fog Lamps
Bulb Replacement.......................................4-11
Light..........................................................4-35
Folding Rear Seat...........................................2-10
Fuel............................................................... 6-5
Additives...................................................... 6-7
California Fuel.............................................. 6-6
E85 (85% Ethanol)........................................ 6-8
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When It Is Time for New Tires..........................6-67
Where to Put the Child Restraint.......................2-42
Windows.......................................................3-14
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......................................3-15
Windshield
Washer . ....................................................... 4-6
Washer Fluid . . ............................................6-33
Wiper Blade Replacement . . ...........................6-49
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................6-92
Wiper Fuses...............................................6-96
Wipers . . . . . . ................................................... 4-5
Winter Driving . . . . ............................................5-17
X
XM Radio Messages.......................................4-72
XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna.....................................................4-86
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