2010 CHEVROLET IMPALA Owners Manual

Fuses Usage
ETC/ECM Electronic Throttle Control, ECM
FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1
FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2
FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump
HDLP MDL Headlamp Module
HORN Horn
HTD MIR Heated Mirror
INJ 1 Injector 1
INJ 2 Injector 2
INT LIGHTS Interior Lamps
INT LTS/PNL
DIMInterior Lamps, Instrument Panel
Dimmer
LT HI BEAM Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp
LT LO BEAM Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp
LT PARK Driver Side Parking Lamp
LT SPOT Left Spot
LT T/SIG Driver Side Turn Signal Lamp
ONSTAR OnStar
®
PWR
DROP/CRANKPower Drop, Crank
RADIO Audio System
RT HI BEAMPassenger Side High-Beam
Headlamp
Fuses Usage
RT LO BEAMPassenger Side Low-Beam
Headlamp
RT PARK Passenger Side Parking Lamp
RT SPOT Right Spot
RT T/SIG Passenger Side Turn Signal Lamp
RVC SEN Regulated Voltage Control Sensor
STRG WHL Steering Wheel
STRTR Starter
TRANS Transmission
WPR Wiper
WSW Windshield WiperRelay Usage
A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor
FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1
FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2
FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3
FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump
PWR/TRN Powertrain
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
STRTR Starter
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Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in Metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 7-10for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more
information.
Automatic Transmission (Bottom Pan Removal) 7.0 L 7.4 qt
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.5L V6, 3.5L and 3.9L V6 Flexible Fuel Engines 9.6 L 10.1 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
3.5L V6, 3.5L and 3.9L V6 Flexible Fuel Engines 3.8 L 4.0 qt
Fuel Tank
3.5L V6 Engine (with NU6 emissions) 64.4 L 17.0 gal
3.5L V6 Engine (without NU6 emissions) 66.2 L 17.5 gal
3.9L V6 Engine 66.2 L 17.5 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 140Y100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.5L V6 N Automatic 1.01 mm (0.040 in)
3.5L Flexible Fuel V6 K Automatic 1.01 mm (0.040 in )
3.9L Flexible Fuel V6 M Automatic 1.01 mm (0.040 in )
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✍NOTES6-102

Maintenance Schedule......................................7-2
Introduction . . .................................................7-2
Scheduled Maintenance...................................7-3
Owner Checks and Services............................7-8Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...............7-10
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . ...................7-11
Engine Drive Belt Routing..............................7-12
Maintenance Record.....................................7-13
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
7-1

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionNotice:Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections,
recommended fluids, and lubricants are necessary to
keep this vehicle in good working condition. Damage
caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance
might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in
good working condition, improves fuel economy, and
reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality.
Because of all the different ways people use vehicles,
maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need
more frequent checks and services. Please read the
information under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep the
vehicle in good condition, see your dealer/retailer.
The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that:•
carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits on the Tire and Loading Information label.
SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-20.
•
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
•
use the recommended fuel. SeeGasoline Octane
on page 6-6.
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WARNING:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be
dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be
seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work
only if you have the required know-how and the
proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have
any doubt, see your dealer/retailer to have a
qualified technician do the work. SeeDoing Your
Own Service Work on page 6-4.
At your General Motors dealer/retailer, you can be
certain that you will receive the highest level of service
available. Your dealer /retailer has specially trained
service technicians, uses genuine GM replacement
parts, as well as, up to date tools and equipment
to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants to
use are listed inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 7-10andMaintenance Replacement Parts
on page 7-11. We recommend the use of genuine parts
from your dealer/retailer.
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Rotation of New TiresTo maintain ride, handling, and performance of the
vehicle, it is important that the first rotation service for
new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to
13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 6-65.Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the Change Engine Oil Soon
Message DisplaysChange engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,
service is required for the vehicle as soon as possible,
within the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under
the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not
indicate the need for vehicle service for more than ayear. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least
once a year and the oil life system must be reset.
Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who
will perform this work and reset the system. If the
engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the
vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last
service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is
changed. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 6-18.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,
certain services, checks, and inspections are required.
The services described for MaintenanceIshould be
performed at every engine oil change. The services
described for MaintenanceIIshould be performed when:
•
MaintenanceIwas performed the last time the
engine oil was changed.
•
It has been 10 months or more since the Change
Engine Oil Soon message has displayed or since the
last service.
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MaintenanceI•
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
•
Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
•
Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-33.
•
Tire inflation check. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-59.
•
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.
•
Brake system inspection (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).
MaintenanceII•
Perform all services described in MaintenanceI.
•
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.
•
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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