center console CHEVROLET IMPALA 2001 8.G Owners Manual

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Storage Compartments
Glove Box
Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box.
To open, lift the latch.
Front Armrest (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has the split bench front seat, there is an
armrest located in the center of the seat. Dual cupholders
are located in front of the armrest.
Center Console (If Equipped)
The console has cupholders, a cassette tape storage
area and a coinholder. To open the console's storage
area, pull up on the latch located in the front of the
console lid.
Rear Seat Armrest and Cupholder
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle has the split folding rear seat, there will
be two cupholders in the rear seat armrest. To access
them, pull down on the cloth strap located toward the
top of your center back seat cushion. You will then have
access to the dual cupholders.
Trunk Convenience Net (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You'll see it
on the back wall of the trunk.
Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind or inside the
net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp
turns or quick starts and stops.
The net isn't for larger, heavier loads. Store those in the
trunk as far forward as you can.
You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when
you're not using it.
Ashtrays and Lighter
The front ashtray may be on the instrument panel or
on the console. To remove the instrument panel ashtray,
open it, push down on the locking tab and pull out
the ashtray.
To remove the console ashtray, open the ashtray door,
lift up on the ashtray and pull it out.
If your vehicle is equipped with a center console, a rear
ashtray is located behind a small door at the rear of the
console. Push on the right side of the door. The ashtray
will then turn to the right for usage. You can only access
the ashtray by pushing on the door's right side.

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Accessory Power Outlet
Your vehicle has a
12
-volt outlet.
Console Version Shown
On vehicles with a center console, it is located at the
rear of the console. Lift the cover to access the outlet.
On vehicles without a center console, it is located in the
ashtray drawer to the right of the ashtray. Remove the
rubber cover to access the outlet.Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible to
the accessory power outlet and could result in blown
vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem,
see your dealer for additional information on the power
accessory plugs.
NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the fuse rating.

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Power Sunroof (Option)
Your vehicle may have an express-open sunroof. It
includes a sliding and tilting glass panel and a sunshade.
The switch works only when the ignition is in ACC, ON
or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. The
switch is located on the overhead console if the vehicle
is equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC).
If not, the sunroof switch is located in the headliner in
the roof panel.
To open the power
sunroof, press the
switch to the rear twice
and the power sunroof
will fully open.
DIC Version ShownTo activate the express
-open feature, press the switch
rearward. You can stop the power sunroof before it is
completely open by pressing the switch forward.
Your sunroof also has a vent feature. It can be activated
from the closed sunroof position by pressing the switch
once rearward. To close, push the sunroof switch
forward. When using this feature the sunshade should
be fully opened in the rearward position.
The sunshade can be opened manually by sliding it
rearward or automatically by opening the power
sunroof. You will need to close the sunshade manually
by sliding it forward.
To close the sunroof, press the switch forward and hold
until the sunroof motor stops, or release the switch when
the desired position has been reached.

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The main components of your instrument panel are listed here:
A. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
B. Traction Control On/Off Switch (If Equipped)
C. Multifunction Lever
D. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Option)
E. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
F. Audio System
G. Exterior Lamp ControlsH. Remote Trunk Release
I. Hood Release
J. Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches
(If Equipped)
K. Ignition Switch
L. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped)
M. Climate Controls