2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 160

Here are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. Modes Service Traction System (If Equipped) D At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. the ignition. D The gage goes back to empty when you turn off D The gage pointer moves while cornering, braking or acceleration. United States Canada If this message appears when you are driving, there is a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle is in need of service. When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. The message will stay on for 60 seconds and then go out. Four chimes will also be heard. Adjust your driving accordingly. When the ignition is turned off, this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your traction control system is not working properly. Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away. Message Center The message center is located below the temperature gage or the tachometer gage (if equipped) on the instrument panel cluster. It gives you important safety and maintenance facts. 2-94