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5-28 Instruments and Controls battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Have the electrical system checked by your dealer immediately. Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice. At the point that the features are disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge. The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. HOOD OPEN If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this message displays when the hood is not closed properly. Make sure that the hood is closed completely. See Hood on page 10‑5. Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message displays when service is required on the brake system. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. The brake system warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster when this message appears on the DIC. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑18. LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver side rear door is not closed properly. Make sure that the door is closed completely. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the front passenger door is not closed properly. Make sure that the door is closed completely. Door Ajar Messages DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver door is not closed properly. Make sure that the door is closed completely. RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays when the passenger side rear door is not closed properly. Make sure that the door is closed completely. SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the generator and battery charging systems. Driving with this problem could drain the

Section	Page
2012 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	9
Remote Vehicle Start	10
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	11
Windows	11
Seat Adjustment	12
Second Row Seats	13
Head Restraint Adjustment	13
Safety Belts	13
Passenger Sensing System	14
Mirror Adjustment	14
Steering Wheel Adjustment	15
Interior Lighting	15
Exterior Lighting	16
Windshield Wiper/Washer	16
Climate Controls	17
Vehicle Features	19
Radio(s)	19
Satellite Radio	20
Portable Audio Devices	20
Bluetooth®	21
Steering Wheel Controls	21
Cruise Control	22
Power Outlets	22
Performance and Maintenance	23
Traction Control System (TCS)	23
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	23
Tire Pressure Monitor	23
Engine Oil Life System	24
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	24
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	24
Roadside Assistance Program	25
OnStar®	25
Keys, Doors, and Windows	27
Keys and Locks	28
Keys	28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	29
Remote Vehicle Start	31
Door Locks	32
Power Door Locks	33
Delayed Locking	33
Automatic Door Locks	34
Lockout Protection	34
Safety Locks	34
Doors	35
Trunk	35
Vehicle Security	37
Anti-theft Alarm System	37
Immobilizer	38
Immobilizer Operation	38
Exterior Mirrors	39
Convex Mirrors	39
Power Mirrors	40
Heated Mirrors	40
Interior Mirrors	40
Manual Rearview Mirror	40
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	41
Windows	41
Power Windows	42
Sun Visors	43
Roof	43
Sunroof	43
Seats and Restraints	45
Head Restraints	46
Front Seats	47
Seat Adjustment	47
Center Seat	48
Power Seat Adjustment	48
Lumbar Adjustment	48
Reclining Seatbacks	49
Heated Front Seats	51
Rear Seats	52
Rear Seats (Split Folding)	52
Safety Belts	54
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	55
Lap-Shoulder Belt	56
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	60
Lap Belt	61
Safety Belt Extender	61
Safety System Check	62
Safety Belt Care	62
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	62
Airbag System	63
Where Are the Airbags?	65
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	67
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	68
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	68
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	69
Passenger Sensing System	70
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	75
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	75
Airbag System Check	76
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	77
Child Restraints	77
Older Children	77
Infants and Young Children	79
Child Restraint Systems	82
Where to Put the Restraint	84
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	85
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	91
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	91
Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position)	93
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position)	93
Storage	97
Storage Compartments	97
Glove Box	97
Cupholders	97
Sunglasses Storage	97
Armrest Storage	97
Rear Storage	98
Center Console Storage	98
Additional Storage Features	98
Convenience Net	98
Instruments and Controls	99
Controls	100
Steering Wheel Adjustment	100
Steering Wheel Controls	101
Horn	101
Windshield Wiper/Washer	102
Compass	103
Clock	104
Power Outlets	106
Cigarette Lighter	106
Ashtrays	107
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	107
Instrument Cluster	108
Speedometer	109
Odometer	109
Tachometer	109
Fuel Gauge	109
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	110
Safety Belt Reminders	111
Airbag Readiness Light	112
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	112
Charging System Light	113
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	114
Brake System Warning Light	116
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	117
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Light	117
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light	118
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	118
Tire Pressure Light	119
Engine Oil Pressure Light	120
Security Light	120
High-Beam On Light	121
Front Fog Lamp Light	121
Cruise Control Light	121
Information Displays	121
Driver Information Center (DIC)	121
Vehicle Messages	125
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	126
Brake System Messages	126
Door Ajar Messages	126
Engine Cooling System Messages	127
Engine Oil Messages	128
Engine Power Messages	128
Fuel System Messages	128
Key and Lock Messages	129
Lamp Messages	129
Ride Control System Messages	129
Airbag System Messages	130
Anti-theft Alarm System Messages	130
Service Vehicle Messages	131
Tire Messages	131
Transmission Messages	132
Vehicle Reminder Messages	133
Washer Fluid Messages	133
Vehicle Personalization	133
Universal Remote System	138
Universal Remote System Programming	138
Universal Remote System Operation	144
Lighting	145
Exterior Lighting	145
Exterior Lamp Controls	145
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	146
Flash-to-Pass	146
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System	147
Hazard Warning Flashers	147
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	148
Fog Lamps	148
Interior Lighting	149
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	149
Courtesy Lamps	149
Dome Lamps	150
Reading Lamps	150
Lighting Features	150
Entry Lighting	150
Delayed Entry Lighting	151
Delayed Exit Lighting	151
Parade Dimming	151
Battery Load Management	151
Battery Power Protection	152
Infotainment System	153
Introduction	153
Infotainment	153
Theft-Deterrent Feature	154
Operation	154
Radio	158
AM-FM Radio	158
Satellite Radio	160
Radio Reception	163
Backglass Antenna	164
Satellite Radio Antenna	165
Audio Players	165
CD Player	165
Auxiliary Devices	170
Phone	171
Bluetooth	171
Climate Controls	179
Climate Control Systems	179
Air Vents	182
Maintenance	183
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	183
Driving and Operating	185
Driving Information	186
Distracted Driving	186
Defensive Driving	187
Drunk Driving	187
Control of a Vehicle	187
Braking	187
Steering	188
Off-Road Recovery	188
Loss of Control	189
Driving on Wet Roads	190
Highway Hypnosis	190
Hill and Mountain Roads	191
Winter Driving	191
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	193
Vehicle Load Limits	194
Starting and Operating	198
New Vehicle Break-In	198
Ignition Positions	199
Starting the Engine	200
Engine Heater	202
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	202
Shifting Into Park	203
Shifting out of Park	204
Parking over Things That Burn	205
Engine Exhaust	205
Running the Vehicle While Parked	206
Automatic Transmission	206
Manual Mode	209
Brakes	210
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	210
Parking Brake	211
Ride Control Systems	211
Traction Control System (TCS)	211
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	213
Cruise Control	214
Fuel	217
Recommended Fuel	217
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)	218
California Fuel Requirements	218
Fuels in Foreign Countries	218
Fuel Additives	219
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	220
Filling the Tank	221
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	222
Towing	223
General Towing Information	223
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	223
Trailer Towing	226
Towing Equipment	228
Conversions and Add-Ons	229
Add-On Electrical Equipment	229
Vehicle Care	231
General Information	232
California Proposition 65 Warning	233
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	233
Accessories and Modifications	233
Vehicle Checks	234
Doing Your Own Service Work	234
Hood	235
Engine Compartment Overview	236
Engine Oil	237
Engine Oil Life System	240
Automatic Transmission Fluid	240
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	241
Cooling System	242
Engine Coolant	243
Engine Overheating	245
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	246
Power Steering Fluid	247
Washer Fluid	248
Brakes	248
Brake Fluid	249
Battery	251
Starter Switch Check	251
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	252
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	252
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	252
Wiper Blade Replacement	253
Headlamp Aiming	254
Bulb Replacement	254
Halogen Bulbs	254
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps	254
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps	257
License Plate Lamp	258
Replacement Bulbs	258
Electrical System	258
Electrical System Overload	258
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	259
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	259
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	262
Wheels and Tires	263
Tires	263
Tire Sidewall Labeling	264
Tire Designations	266
Tire Terminology and Definitions	267
Tire Pressure	270
Tire Pressure Monitor System	271
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	273
Tire Inspection	275
Tire Rotation	276
When It Is Time for New Tires	277
Buying New Tires	278
Different Size Tires and Wheels	279
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	279
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	281
Wheel Replacement	281
Tire Chains	282
If a Tire Goes Flat	283
Tire Changing	284
Compact Spare Tire	291
Jump Starting	292
Towing	296
Towing the Vehicle	296
Recreational Vehicle Towing	296
Appearance Care	298
Exterior Care	298
Interior Care	300
Floor Mats	303
Service and Maintenance	305
General Information	305
Maintenance Schedule	307
Special Application Services	312
Additional Maintenance and Care	312
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	315
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	315
Maintenance Replacement Parts	316
Maintenance Records	317
Technical Data	321
Vehicle Identification	321
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	321
Service Parts Identification Label	321
Vehicle Data	322
Capacities and Specifications	322
Engine Drive Belt Routing	323
Customer Information	325
Customer Information	325
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	325
Customer Assistance Offices	327
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	328
Online Owner Center	328
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	329
Roadside Assistance Program	329
Scheduling Service Appointments	331
Courtesy Transportation Program	332
Collision Damage Repair	333
Service Publications Ordering Information	335
Reporting Safety Defects	336
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	336
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	337
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	337
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	338
Event Data Recorders	338
OnStar®	339
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	339
Radio Frequency Statement	339
OnStar	341
OnStar Overview	341
OnStar Services	342
Emergency	342
Security	342
Navigation	342
Connections	344
Diagnostics	345
OnStar Additional Information	345
Index	349
Index_A	349
Index_B	350
Index_C	350
Index_D	351
Index_E	352
Index_F	352
Index_G	353
Index_H	353
Index_I	353
Index_J	354
Index_K	354
Index_L	354
Index_M	355
Index_N	355
Index_O	355
Index_P	356
Index_R	356
Index_S	357
Index_T	358
Index_U	359
Index_V	359