2010 CHEVROLET IMPALA remote control

In Brief........................................................... 1-1
Instrument Panel
........................................ 1-2
Initial Drive Information
............................... 1-4
Vehicle Features
......................................1-15
Performance and Maintenance
...................1-19
Seats and Restraint System............................. 2-1
Head Restraints
......................................... 2-2
Front Seats
............................................... 2-4
Rear Seats
..............................................2-10
Safety Belts
.............................................2-12
Child Restraints
.......................................2-32
Airbag System
.........................................2-56
Restraint System Check
............................2-74
Features and Controls..................................... 3-1
Keys
........................................................ 3-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 3-9
Windows
.................................................3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................3-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........3-19
Mirrors
....................................................3-33Universal Home Remote System
................3-35
Storage Areas
.........................................3-42
Sunroof
..................................................3-43
Instrument Panel............................................. 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 4-3
Climate Controls
......................................4-16
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
. . . . . . . . 4-21
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................4-37
Audio System(s)
.......................................4-57
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 5-2
Towing
...................................................5-26
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 6-1
Service
..................................................... 6-3
Fuel
......................................................... 6-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............6-12
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................6-43
Bulb Replacement
....................................6-43
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
. . . . . . . . . 6-49
2010 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual
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Vehicle Symbol ChartHere are some additional symbols that may be found on
the vehicle and what they mean. For more information
on the symbol, refer to the index.9
:Airbag Readiness Light
#
:Air Conditioning
!
:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g
:Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar
®
$
:Brake System Warning Light
"
:Charging System
I
:Cruise Control
B
:Engine Coolant Temperature
O
:Exterior Lamps
#
:Fog Lamps
.
:Fuel Gage
+
:Fuses
i
:Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
j
:LATCH System Child Restraints
*
:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
:
:Oil Pressure
}
:Power
/
:Remote Vehicle Start
>
:Safety Belt Reminders
7
:Tire Pressure Monitor
F
:Traction Control
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:Windshield Washer Fluid
v

Instrument Panel..............................................1-2
Initial Drive Information....................................1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................1-4
Remote Vehicle Start......................................1-4
Door Locks....................................................1-5
Trunk Release...............................................1-5
Windows.......................................................1-6
Seat Adjustment.............................................1-6
Second Row Seats.........................................1-8
Head Restraint Adjustment...............................1-8
Safety Belt....................................................1-9
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag...............1-9
Mirror Adjustment.........................................1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment............................1-11
Interior Lighting............................................1-11
Exterior Lighting...........................................1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer...............................1-13
Climate Controls...........................................1-14Vehicle Features.............................................1-15
Radio(s)......................................................1-15
Satellite Radio..............................................1-16
Portable Audio Devices ..................................1-16
Steering Wheel Controls . . ..............................1-17
Bluetooth
®
...................................................1-17
Cruise Control..............................................1-18
Power Outlets..............................................1-18
Performance and Maintenance.........................1-19
Traction Control System (TCS).......................1-19
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)....................1-19
Tire Pressure Monitor....................................1-20
Engine Oil Life System ..................................1-20
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . ..............................1-20
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . ...................1-21
Roadside Assistance Program........................1-21
OnStar
®
......................................................1-22
Section 1 In Brief
1-1

A.Outlet Adjustment on page 4-20.
B. Remote Trunk Release Button. SeeTrunk on
page 3-12.
C.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-4.
D.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-22.
E.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3.
F.Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4-37.
G.Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-25.
H.Audio System(s) on page 4-57.
I.Exterior Lamps on page 4-9.
J.Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-11.
K.Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5-7
(If Equipped).L.Tilt Wheel on page 4-3.
M.Cruise Control on page 4-6.
N.Hood Release on page 6-13.
O.Horn on page 4-3.
P.Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-84
(If Equipped).
Q.Ignition Positions on page 3-20.
R.Climate Control System on page 4-16.
S.Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-15.
T. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped).
SeeShifting Into Park on page 3-28.
U.Glove Box on page 3-42.
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Initial Drive InformationThis section provides a brief overview about some of
the important features that may or may not be on your
specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the
features which can be found later in this owner manual.Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
SystemThe RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and
unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from
the vehicle.
Press
K
to unlock the
driver door. Press again
within five seconds to
unlock all remaining doors.Press
Q
to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
Press and hold
V
for approximately one second to
open the trunk.
Press
L
and release to locate the vehicle.
Press
L
and hold for more than two seconds to sound
the panic alarm.
Press
L
again to cancel the panic alarm.
SeeKeys on page 3-3andRemote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation on page 3-4.
Remote Vehicle StartWith this feature the engine can be started from outside
of the vehicle.Starting the Vehicle1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press
Q
.
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and
hold
/
until the turn signal lamps flash.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn
on and remain on as long as the engine is running.
The doors will be locked and the climate control system
may come on.
1-4

Keys...............................................................3-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................3-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation . . .................................................3-4
Remote Vehicle Start......................................3-7
Doors and Locks.............................................3-9
Door Locks....................................................3-9
Power Door Locks........................................3-10
Delayed Locking...........................................3-10
Automatic Door Lock.....................................3-10
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock.............3-11
Rear Door Security Locks..............................3-11
Lockout Protection........................................3-12
Trunk . . . . . . ....................................................3-12
Windows........................................................3-14
Power Windows............................................3-15
Sun Visors...................................................3-16
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................3-16
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................3-17
PASS-Key
®
III+ Electronic Immobilizer.............3-18
PASS-Key
®
III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation . . ...............................................3-18Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................3-19
New Vehicle Break-In....................................3-19
Ignition Positions..........................................3-20
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................3-21
Starting the Engine.......................................3-21
Engine Coolant Heater ..................................3-23
Automatic Transmission Operation...................3-24
Parking Brake..............................................3-27
Shifting Into Park..........................................3-28
Shifting Out of Park......................................3-29
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................3-30
Engine Exhaust............................................3-31
Running the Vehicle While Parked..................3-32
Mirrors...........................................................3-33
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................3-33
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror................3-33
Outside Power Mirrors . . .................................3-34
Outside Convex Mirror . . .................................3-34
Outside Heated Mirrors ..................................3-34
Universal Home Remote System......................3-35
Universal Home Remote System Operation
(With Three Round LED)............................3-35
Section 3 Features and Controls
3-1

Remote Vehicle StartYour vehicle may have a remote starting feature that
allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
It may also start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning
systems and rear window defogger. When the remote
start system is active and the vehicle has an automatic
climate control system, it will automatically regulate
the inside temperature. Normal operation of these
systems will return after the ignition key is turned to
ON/RUN.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use of
remote starters. For example, some laws may require
a person using remote start to have the vehicle in
view when doing so. Check local regulations for any
requirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low
on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE
transmitter functions will have an increased range
of operation. However, the range may be less while
the vehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect the
performance of the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 3-4
/
(Remote Start):This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release
Q
, then immediately press and
hold
/
for two to four seconds or until the vehicle’s
turn signal lamps flash. The doors will lock.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps turn on
and remain on while the engine is running.
The remote start feature provides two separate starts per
ignition cycle, each with 10 minutes of engine running
time, or one start with a time extension. The first start
must expire or be canceled to get two separate 10 minute
starts.
If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been
driven, repeat the previous steps, while the engine is still
running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes
from the time you repeat the steps for remote starting.
The remote start running time can be extended one time
and only after the first remote start.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert
and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
3-7

To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the
following:
1. Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the
power door lock switch, or by lifting the rear door
manual lock.
2. Open the door from the outside.
To cancel the rear door security lock:
1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside.
2. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it
so the slot is in the vertical position.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.Lockout ProtectionThis feature helps prevent you from locking the doors
while the key is in the ignition. Always remember to take
your key with you when exiting the vehicle.
If the lock switch is pressed on the door that is open
and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will
lock and then the open door will unlock. A chime sounds
continuously until the driver door is closed.
Trunk
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WARNING:
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven
with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any
objects that pass through the seal between the
body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which
cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or
trunk/hatch open:
•
Close all of the windows.
•
Fully open the air outlets on or under the
instrument panel.
•
Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting
that brings in only outside air and set the fan
speed to the highest setting. See Climate
Control System in the Index.
•
If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate,
disable the power liftgate function.
For more information about carbon monoxide, see
Engine Exhaust on page 3-31.
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