ECO mode CHEVROLET IMPALA 2000 8.G Owners Manual

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Vehicle Customization Settings
Some of your vehicle's convenience features can be reset
or customized to perform according to your preference.
Customization cannot be changed with the AM
-FM Stereo
radio. See your dealer to have the settings changed. The
features you can program depend upon the options that
came with your vehicle. The following list shows the
features that can be reset or customized along with the
option you need to program that feature:

Settings (Available for All)

Oil Life Reset (Available for All)

Low Tire Pressure Reset (If Equipped)

Delayed Headlamp Illumination (Available for All)

Automatic Door Lock and Unlock (Available for All)

Remote Visual Verification (Available with Remote
Keyless Entry)

Remote Audible Verification (Available with Remote
Keyless Entry)

Content Theft Operation (If Equipped with Content
Theft System)
Trunk Jamb (If Equipped with Content Theft System)

Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming
(Available with Remote Keyless Entry)

Horn Chirp On Timer (Available with Remote
Keyless Entry)

Return to Original Factory Settings (Available for All)

Exit Vehicle Customization Mode
To reset or customize your vehicle's features, you must
first enter the vehicle customization main menu.
To enter the main menu:
1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON and the radio to off.
2. Press and hold the DISP button on the radio for at
least five seconds until SETTINGS is displayed.
3. Press the SEEK up or down arrows to scroll through
each available feature on your main menu.
4. Press the PREV or NEXT buttons to scroll through
the lower menu. An asterisk will appear next to the
item that is the current setting.

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FOB PROG (Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Programming): This feature allows you to match the
remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle.
To match the transmitter:
1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until
FOB PROG appears on the display.
2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the
submenu. The current selection will have an asterisk
next to it. BEGIN will be displayed.
3. Press the DISP button to start programming. When
the message PUSH FOB flashes, press and hold the
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitter
at the same time for 15 seconds. A chime will be
heard to verify the transmitter is learned.
4. Repeat Step 3 for each additional transmitter.
EXIT (Exit Feature Customization Mode): This feature
allows you to exit the vehicle customization
programming. To exit:

Scroll until EXIT appears on the display.

Press the DISP button to exit programming.
A chime will be heard to verify the exit.Passlock
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
theft
-deterrent system.
Passlock is a passive theft
-deterrent system. Passlock
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a
valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock
cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled.
During normal operation, the SECURITY message will
go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned
to the ON ignition position.
If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes,
wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart
the engine. Remember to release the key from START
as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine is running and the SECURITY message
comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn
the engine off. However, your Passlock system is not
working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time. You
may also want to check the fuse (see ªFuses and Circuit
Breakersº in the Index). See your dealer for service.
In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance
Center at 1
-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872).
(In Canada, call 1
-800-268-6800.)

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2-47 Delayed Entry Lighting
Delayed entry lighting illuminates your vehicle's interior
for a period of time after all the doors have been closed.
The ignition must be off for delayed entry lighting to
work. Just after all the doors have been closed, the delayed
entry lighting feature will continue to work until:

the ignition is in ON,

the doors are locked or

an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed.
If during the illumination period a door is opened, the
timed illumination period will be canceled and the
interior lamps will remain on since a door is open.
Delayed Exit Lighting
This feature illuminates your vehicle's interior for a period
of time after the ignition key is removed from the ignition.
The vehicle's ignition must be off for delayed exit
lighting to work. When the ignition key is removed,
interior illumination will activate and remain on until:

the ignition is in ON,

or the power door locks are activated

or an illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed.If during the illumination period a door is opened, the
timed illumination period will be canceled and the
interior lamps will remain on since a door is open.
Parade Mode
The instrument panel has an added feature called Parade
Mode to assist you in seeing the instrument cluster and
radio if your headlamps are on in the daylight.
Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps
Use the switch next to each lamp to turn them on
and off.
Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located on the assist handles in
the roof. These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps
come on when any door is opened and it is dark outside.
Press the button to turn them on. Press it again to turn
them off.
Dome Lamp
The dome lamp will come on when you open the doors.
You can also turn this lamp on by turning the headlamp
knob clockwise.

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Universal Transmitter (If Equipped)
This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of
up to three individual hand
-held transmitters. It will
operate garage doors and gates, or with the accessory
package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such
as home/office lighting systems and security systems.
The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies
of most current transmitters and is powered by your
vehicle's battery and charging system.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS
-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Changes and modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
Programming the Transmitter
Do not use the transmitter with any garage door opener
that does not have the ªstop and reverseº feature.
This includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982.
Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage
door you are programming!
Your vehicle's engine should be turned off while
programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to
program up to three channels:
1. If you have not previously programmed a universal
channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down
the two outside buttons on the universal transmitter
until the red light begins to flash rapidly
(approximately 20 seconds). Then release the
buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and
erases any previous settings for all three channels.

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2-61 Speedometer and Odometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles
per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your
odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in
either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers
(used in Canada).
Your vehicle has a tamper
-resistant odometer. If you see
ERROR, you'll know someone has probably tampered
with it and the numbers may not be accurate.
You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a
new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the
mileage total of the old odometer, then that will be done.
But if it can't, then it will be set at zero and a label must
be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage
reading when the new odometer was installed.
Trip Odometer
Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since
you last reset it.
Your trip/select reset switch will go back and forth
between the odometer and the trip odometer if the
button is pressed and released within 1.5 seconds. If the
button is pressed and held for longer than 1.5 seconds
while in the trip odometer mode, it will be reset to zero.If the button is pressed and held for longer than
1.5 seconds while in the odometer mode, it will have
no effect.
Your trip odometer will work no matter what position
your key is in, and even if the key isn't in.Tachometer (If Equipped)
The tachometer displays the
engine speed in thousands
of revolutions per minute
(rpm). (Optional cluster
tachometer shown.)
NOTICE:
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in
the red area, or engine damage may occur.

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2-72 Modes
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
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.BATTERY
When the vehicle is
started this message
will be displayed for
three seconds.
If the message is displayed when the engine is running,
you may have a problem with your charging system.
If there is a problem with the charging system, four
chimes will sound when the message comes on. The
battery display will also stay on while the key is in ON
until the engine is started.
If the message stays on after starting the engine it could
indicate a problem with the generator drive belt, or some
other charging system problem. Have it checked right
away. Driving with this message on could drain
your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with this message
displayed, it helps to turn off all your accessories, such
as the radio and the air conditioner.

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Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Option)
Sunroof (Optional) Version Shown
The DIC will show information about the vehicle and
the surroundings.

RESET (Reset Button):
You can reset the AVG ECON, FUEL USED or
AVG SPEED trip computer modes by pressing and
holding this button for three seconds while you are in
the mode you wish to reset.To change the display to a metric or English reading,
press and hold the RESET and MODE buttons for
three seconds.

The reset button can be used to set the compass zone
variation. See ªCompass Varianceº in the Index.

The reset button can also be used to manually
calibrate the compass. See ªManual Compass
Calibrationº in the Index.

MODE (Mode Button): Press this button to cycle
through three modes of operation
-- Off,
Compass/Temperature and Trip Computer mode.
In the Trip Computer mode, pressing the MODE
button cycles through the five displays. Press the
MODE button after the last Trip Computer display to
return the DIC to the OFF mode.
Off: No driver information is displayed in this mode
of operation.
Compass/Temperature Mode: One of eight compass
readings and the outside temperature are displayed. If
the temperature is below 38F (3C), the temperature
reading will toggle between displaying the outside
temperature and the word ªICEº for two minutes.

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2-78 Compass Variance
Compass variance is the difference between magnetic
north and geographic north. In some areas of the
country, the difference is great enough to cause the
compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the
compass variance must be set.
Setting the Variance
Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the
Compass/Temperature mode. Press the RESET button for
approximately five seconds. The last entered variance zone
number will be displayed. Press the MODE button until
the proper variance number, as shown on the map, is
showing. Press the RESET button to set the new variance
zone and resume normal operation.
The display will show all the display segments for half a
second to acknowledge the change in zone number.
Automatic Compass Calibration
The compass is self
-calibrating, which eliminates the
need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is
new, the calibration process may not be complete. In
these cases ªCALº will be displayed, and all segments
of the compass will be illuminated where the compass
reading is normally displayed.
To calibrate the compass, in an area free from large metal
objects, make three 360
turns. The calibration symbol
will turn off and the compass reading will be displayed.

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Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic and the calibration
symbol does not appear, you must manually put the
compass into the calibration mode.
Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the
Compass/Temperature mode. Press the RESET button
for at least 10 seconds until the calibration symbol
appears and all segments of the compass display are
illuminated. Release the button and complete three 360

turns in an area free from large metal objects. The
calibration symbol will turn off and the compass reading
will be displayed.
Error Displays

An error of the vehicle's speed sensor or fuel sender
will cause ª
-E-º to be displayed.

In the absence of vehicle communications, a double
dash ª
--º is displayed.
If one of these error messages appear, see your dealer.
Trip Computer
There are five trip computer displays which may be
stepped through by pushing the MODE button.
The information will appear in the following order:

AVG ECON (Average Fuel Economy): This shows
the average fuel economy since the last reset.

INST ECON (Instantaneous Fuel Economy):
This shows fuel economy for the most recent second
of driving.

RANGE (Trip Range): This shows the estimated
distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel.
The fuel economy used to calculate range is based on
the last few hours of driving.

FUEL USED (Trip Fuel Used): This shows the
accumulated fuel used since the last reset.

AVG SPEED (Average Speed): This shows the
average speed since the last reset.
Resetting the Trip Computer
Press and hold the RESET button for at least two
seconds. The reset is acknowledged with the display
showing all segments on for a period of half a second.
A reset can only be done in AVG ECON, FUEL USED
and AVG SPEED displays.

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3-6 Air Conditioning
On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let
hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time for the
vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed
for the air conditioner to work its best.
For quick cool
-down on very hot days, turn the mode
knob on the control panel to UPPER, push the A/C
button on, push the RECIRCULATION button on and
move the temperature levers all the way in the blue area.
If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in
your vehicle may become too dry.
For normal cooling on hot days, turn the mode knob on
the control panel to UPPER, push the A/C button on,
push the OUTSIDE AIR button on and move the
temperature levers all the way in the blue area. The
system will bring in outside air and cool it.
On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper
body, but your lower body may not be warm enough.
You can turn the mode knob on the control panel to
BI
-LEV, push the A/C button on and move the
temperature levers to a comfortable setting.
Heating
On cold days, turn the mode knob on the control panel
to LOWER, push the OUTSIDE AIR button on and
move the temperature levers all the way in the red area.
The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to
the floor ducts.
Ventilation
For mild outside temperatures when little heating or
cooling is needed, turn the mode knob on the control
panel to UPPER, push the A/C button off, push the
OUTSIDE AIR button on and move the temperature
levers to a comfortable setting. Your vehicle also has
the flow
-through ventilation system described later in
this section.
Defogging and Defrosting
Your system has two settings for clearing the front and
side windows. To defrost the windows quickly, use
DEFROST with the temperature indicators turned all the
way in the red area. To warm passengers while keeping
the windows clear, use DEFOG.