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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator NOTICE: Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. The radiator pressure cap is located in the front of the engine compartment near the diagonal cross brace on the passenger's side of the vehicle. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on location. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 5-18

Section	Page
2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual	1
Copyright General Motors Corp. 2001	2
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:	3
How to Use this Manual	4
Safety Warnings and Symbols	4
Vehicle Damage Warnings	5
Vehicle Symbols	5
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Seats and Seat Controls	8
Manual Front Seat	8
Six-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)	9
Manual Lumbar (If Equipped)	9
Heated Front Seat (Option)	10
Reclining Front Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	12
Split Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped)	12
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone	14
Why Safety Belts Work	16
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers	19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	20
Adults	20
Driver Position	20
Lap-Shoulder Belt	20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster	22
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	27
Right Front Passenger Position	28
Air Bag Systems	28
How the Air Bag Systems Work	31
Where are the air bags?	31
When should an air bag inflate?	33
What makes an air bag inflate?	34
How does an air bag restrain?	34
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	35
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	37
Center Front Passenger Position	37
Lap Belt	38
Rear Seat Passengers	39
Rear Seat Passenger Positions	39
Lap-Shoulder Belt	39
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	42
Children	44
Infants and Young Children	44
Restraint Systems for Children	48
Where to Put the Restraint	51
Top Strap	52
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	53
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System	55
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	56
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	59
Older Children	62
Safety Belt Extender	65
Checking Your Restraint Systems	65
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	66
Section 2 Features and Controls	67
Windows	68
Power Windows	69
Express-Down Window	69
Lock-Out Switch	69
Keys	70
Door Locks	72
Power Door Locks	73
Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks	73
Rear-Door Security Locks	74
Lockout Protection Feature	74
Leaving Your Vehicle	74
Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped)	75
Operation	76
Transmitter Verification (If Equipped)	77
Illumination on Remote Activation	77
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	77
Battery Replacement	78
Resynchronization	79
Trunk	79
Trunk Lock	80
Remote Trunk Release	80
Trunk Assist Handle	80
Trunk Release Handle	81
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit	81
Trunk Release Sensor TrapAlert_ System (If Equipped)	82
Disabling the Trunk Release Sensor	83
Servicing the Trunk Release Sensor	84
Theft	84
Key in the Ignition	84
Parking at Night	84
Parking Lots	84
Content Theft-Deterrent (Option)	85
Arming with the Power Lock Switch	85
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	86
Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	86
Disarming with Your Key	86
Vehicle Customization Settings	86
Passlock	96
New Vehicle "Break-In"	96
Ignition Positions	97
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	98
Starting Your Engine	98
Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine	98
Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine	99
Engine Coolant Heater (Option)	100
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	101
Automatic Transaxle Operation	102
Parking Brake	106
Shifting Into PARK (P)	107
Column Shift	108
Console Shift	109
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running	109
Torque Lock	110
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	110
Parking Over Things That Burn	111
Engine Exhaust	111
Running Your Engine While You're Parked	112
Horn	112
Tilt Wheel	113
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	113
Turn Signal and Lane-Change Indicator	114
Turn Signal On Chime	114
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	114
Flash-to-Pass Feature	115
Windshield Wipers	115
Windshield Washer	116
Cruise Control (If Equipped)	117
Setting Cruise Control	117
Resuming a Set Speed	118
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	119
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	119
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	119
Using Cruise Control on Hills	120
Ending Cruise Control	120
Erasing Cruise Speed Memory	120
Exterior Lamps	120
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp Control	121
Delayed Headlamp Illumination	122
Fog Lamps (If Equipped)	122
Interior Lamps	123
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	123
Courtesy Lamps	123
Illuminated Entry (If Equipped)	123
Delayed Entry Lighting	124
Delayed Exit Lighting	124
Parade Mode	125
Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps	125
Reading Lamps (If Equipped)	125
Dome Lamp (If Equipped)	125
Battery Rundown Protection	125
Mirrors	125
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Map Lamps	126
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Map Lamps (Option)	126
Electrochromic Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)	127
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Map Lamps (Option)	128
Power Outside Rearview Mirrors	129
Convex Outside Mirror	129
Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)	129
Storage Compartments	130
Glove Box	130
Front Armrest (If Equipped)	130
Center Console (If Equipped)	130
Rear Seat Armrest and Cupholder (If Equipped)	130
Trunk Convenience Net (If Equipped)	130
Ashtrays and Lighter	131
Sun Visors	131
Visor Vanity Mirrors	131
Accessory Power Outlet	132
Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop)	134
OnStar System (If Equipped)	135
Cellular Antenna	136
OnStar Services	136
OnStar System Limitations	138
Assist Handles (If Equipped)	138
Garment Hooks	138
Power Sunroof (Option)	139
HomeLink Transmitter (Option)	140
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter	141
Training a Garage Door Opener with a "Rolling Code" Feature (If Equipped)	142
Canadian Programming	143
Operating the HomeLink Transmitter	143
Erasing Channels	143
Resetting Defaults	143
Accessories	143
The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System	144
Instrument Panel Cluster	146
Speedometer and Odometer	148
Trip Odometer	148
Tachometer (If Equipped)	149
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	149
Safety Belt Reminder Light	150
Air Bag Readiness Light	151
Brake System Warning Light	152
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (If Equipped)	153
Traction Control System Warning Light	153
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	154
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)	155
If the Light Is Flashing	156
If the Light Is On Steady	156
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	157
Low Oil Pressure Message	158
Cruise Light (If Equipped)	159
Fuel Gage	159
Message Center	160
Modes	160
Service Traction System (If Equipped)	160
Traction Active (If Equipped)	161
Battery Life Indicator	161
Hot Coolant Temp	162
Low Coolant Level	162
Low Oil Pressure	163
Low Eng Oil Level	163
Change Engine Oil	164
Door Ajar	164
Security	165
Low Brake Fluid	165
Low Fuel	166
Low Washer Fluid	166
Low Tire Pressure (If Equipped)	167
Service Vehicle Soon	167
Trunk Open	168
Highbeam Out	168
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)	169
Compass Variance	170
Setting the Variance	170
Automatic Compass Calibration	171
Manual Compass Calibration	172
Error Displays	172
Trip Computer	172
Resetting the Trip Computer	172
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	173
Comfort Controls	174
Dual ComforTemp_ Climate Controls	174
Fan Knob	174
Driver's Temperature Lever	174
Passenger's Temperature Lever	174
Mode Knob	174
Mode Buttons	175
Air Conditioning	176
Heating	176
Ventilation	176
Defogging and Defrosting	176
Rear Window Defogger	177
Ventilation System	178
Ventilation Tips	178
Audio Systems	179
Setting the Clock	179
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control	179
Playing the Radio	179
Finding a Station	180
Setting Preset Stations	181
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	181
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	182
Using RDS Mode	182
Finding RDS Stations	183
Finding a PTY Preset Stations	183
RDS Messages	184
Radio Messages	185
Playing a Cassette Tape	185
Cassette Tape Messages	187
CD Adapter Kits	188
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	188
Playing the Radio	188
Finding a Station	189
Setting Preset Stations	190
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	190
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	191
Using RDS	191
Finding RDS Stations	192
Finding a PTY Preset Station	192
RDS Messages	193
Radio Messages	194
Playing a Compact Disc	194
Compact Disc Messages	196
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	197
Playing the Radio	197
Finding a Station	198
Setting Preset Stations	198
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	199
Using RDS	200
Finding RDS Stations	200
Finding a PTY Station	201
RDS Messages	202
Radio Messages	203
Playing a Cassette Tape	203
Cassette Tape Messages	205
CD Adapter Kits	206
Playing a Compact Disc	206
Theft-Deterrent Feature	207
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)	208
Understanding Radio Reception	209
AM	209
FM Stereo	209
Tips About Your Audio System	209
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	210
Care of Your Compact Discs	211
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	211
Backglass Antenna	211
Vehicle Customization Settings	212
Chime Level Adjustment	212
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	213
Defensive Driving	214
Drunken Driving	215
Control of a Vehicle	218
Braking	218
Anti-Lock Brake System (If Equipped)	219
Using Anti-Lock	221
Braking in Emergencies	221
Traction Control System (3800 V6 Engine)	221
Steering	223
Power Steering	223
Steering Tips	223
Driving on Curves	223
Steering in Emergencies	224
Off-Road Recovery	225
Passing	226
Loss of Control	227
Skidding	227
Driving at Night	228
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	230
Hydroplaning	231
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	232
Driving Through Flowing Water	232
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	232
City Driving	233
Freeway Driving	234
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	235
Highway Hypnosis	236
Hill and Mountain Roads	236
Winter Driving	238
Driving on Snow or Ice	239
If You're Caught in a Blizzard	240
Recreational Vehicle Towing	242
Dinghy Towing	243
Dolly Towing	243
Loading Your Vehicle	244
Towing a Trailer	246
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	247
Weight of the Trailer	247
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	248
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires	249
Hitches	249
Safety Chains	249
Trailer Brakes	250
Driving with a Trailer	250
Following Distance	251
Passing	251
Backing Up	251
Making Turns	251
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	252
Driving On Grades	252
Parking on Hills	252
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	253
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	253
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing	253
Section 5 Problems on the Road	254
Hazard Warning Flashers	255
Other Warning Devices	255
Jump Starting	256
Towing Your Vehicle	263
Engine Overheating	263
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	263
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	264
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	265
Cooling System	266
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank	269
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator	271
If a Tire Goes Flat	276
Changing a Flat Tire	276
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	277
Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps	279
Wheel Center Caps	279
Wheel Covers	280
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	280
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools	285
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools	287
Compact Spare Tire	288
If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	289
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	289
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	290
Service	291
Doing Your Own Service Work	291
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	292
Fuel	292
Gasoline Octane	292
Gasoline Specifications	293
California Fuel	293
Additives	294
Fuels in Foreign Countries	294
Filling Your Tank	295
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	297
Checking Things Under the Hood	297
Hood Release	298
Engine Compartment Overview	299
Engine Oil	301
Checking Engine Oil	301
When to Add Engine Oil	302
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	303
Engine Oil Additives	306
When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System)	306
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message	307
What to Do with Used Oil	308
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	308
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)	309
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	310
When to Check and Change	310
How to Check	311
Checking the Fluid Level	311
How to Add Fluid	313
Engine Coolant	313
What to Use	314
Checking Coolant	315
Adding Coolant	316
Radiator Pressure Cap	317
Power Steering Fluid	317
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	318
How to Check Power Steering Fluid	318
What to Use	318
Windshield Washer Fluid	318
What to Use	318
Adding Washer Fluid	319
Brakes	320
Brake Fluid	320
What to Add	321
Brake Wear	322
Brake Pedal Travel	322
Brake Adjustment	322
Replacing Brake System Parts	323
Battery	323
Vehicle Storage	323
Bulb Replacement	324
Halogen Bulbs	324
Headlamps	324
Headlamp Aiming	324
Headlamps, Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps	325
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal and Rear Sidemarker Lamps	327
Back-Up Lamp	328
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	329
Tires	330
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	331
When to Check	331
How to Check	331
Tire Inflation Monitor System (If Equipped)	332
Tire Inspection and Rotation	333
When It's Time for New Tires	335
Buying New Tires	335
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	336
Treadwear	337
Traction -- AA, A, B, C	337
Temperature -- A, B, C	337
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	338
Wheel Replacement	338
Used Replacement Wheels	339
Tire Chains	339
Appearance Care	340
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	340
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	340
Using Cleaner on Fabric	341
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems	341
Cleaning Vinyl	342
Cleaning Leather	342
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	342
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	342
Care of Safety Belts	342
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	343
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades	343
Weatherstrips	344
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	344
Washing Your Vehicle	344
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	344
Finish Care	345
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)	346
Cleaning Tires	346
Sheet Metal Damage	346
Finish Damage	347
Underbody Maintenance	347
Chemical Paint Spotting	347
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	348
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	349
Engine Identification	349
Service Parts Identification Label	349
Electrical System	350
Add-On Electrical Equipment	350
Headlamp Wiring	350
Windshield Wipers	350
Power Windows and Other Power Options	350
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	351
Driver's Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block	351
Passenger's Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block	353
Underhood Fuse Block (Upper)	355
Underhood Fuse Block (Lower)	356
Replacement Bulbs	357
Capacities and Specifications	357
Engine Specifications	358
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity	358
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	359
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	360
Introduction	361
Your Vehicle and the Environment	361
Maintenance Requirements	361
How This Section is Organized	362
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	363
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	363
Scheduled Maintenance	364
Footnotes	364
Scheduled Maintenance	365