towing CHEVROLET IMPALA 2007 9.G Owner's Manual

When You Are Ready to Leave After
Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal
down while you:
start your engine,
shift into a gear, and
release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of
the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store
the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when
you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance
Schedule for more on this. Things that are
especially important in trailer operation are
automatic transmission uid (don’t overll),
engine oil, drive belts, cooling system and brake
system. Each of these is covered in this manual,
and the Index will help you nd them quickly.
If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review
this information before you start your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and
bolts are tight.
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
Your cooling system may temporarily overheat
during severe operating conditions. SeeEngine
Overheating on page 323.
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Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode
This emergency operating mode allows your
vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an
emergency situation. If an overheated engine
condition exists, an overheat protection mode
which alternates ring groups of cylinders helps
prevent engine damage. In this mode, you
will notice a signicant loss in power and engine
performance. The coolant temperature gage
will indicate an overheat condition exists. Driving
extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in
the overheat protection mode should be avoided.
Notice:After driving in the overheated
engine protection operating mode, to avoid
engine damage, allow the engine to cool before
attempting any repair. The engine oil will be
severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant
loss, change the oil and reset the oil life
system. SeeEngine Oil on page 310.
Cooling System
When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is
what you will see:
A. Coolant Recovery Tank
B. Pressure Cap
C. Electric Engine Cooling Fans
3.5L V6 Engine shown, 3.9L Engine similar
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(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate
all hinges and latches, including those for the body
doors, hood, secondary latch, pivots, spring
anchor, release pawl, rear compartment, glove
box door, console door, and any folding seat
hardware. More frequent lubrication may
be required when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
the lter may require replacement more often.
(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C)
or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system.
This service can be complex; you should have
your dealer/retailer perform this service. See
Engine Coolant on page 320for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure
cap, and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)Check throttle system for interference or
binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace
parts as needed. Replace any components that
have high effort or excessive wear. Do not
lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables.
(k)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired
and the uid level checked. Add uid if needed.
(m)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(n)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
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For prompt and efficient assistance when calling,
please provide the following to the Roadside
Assistance Representative:
Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number.
Odometer reading, Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use
our service, it is added security while traveling for
you and your family. Remember, we are only a
phone call away. U.S. customers call Chevrolet
Roadside Assistance:1-800-CHEV-USA
(1-800-243-8872), text telephone (TTY) users,
call1-888-889-2438, Canadian customers call
1-800-268-6800.
Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited
reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement
to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion,
the claims become excessive in frequency or type
of occurrence.Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in
the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. Chevrolet and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to make any
changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance
program at any time without notication.
Towing and Road Service Exclusions
Specically excluded from Roadside Assistance
coverage are towing or services for vehicles
operated on a non-public roadway or highway,
nes, impound towing caused by a violation
of local, Municipal, State, Provincial, or Federal
law, and mounting, dismounting or changing
of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices.
Courtesy Transportation
To enhance your ownership experience, we
and our participating dealers are proud to offer
Courtesy Transportation, a customer support
program for new vehicles.
For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper
(U.S.) or Base Warranty Coverage period
(Canada), provided by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty, interim transportation may be available
under the Courtesy Transportation program.
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If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where
the towing service will be taking it. Get a
card from the tow truck operator or write down
the driver’s name, the service’s name, and
the phone number.
Remove any valuables from your vehicle
before it is towed away. Make sure this includes
your insurance information and registration if
you keep these items in your vehicle.
Gather the important information you will need
from the other driver. Things like name,
address, phone number, driver’s license
number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make,
model and model year, Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN), insurance company and policy
number, and a general description of the
damage to the other vehicle.
If possible, call your insurance company from
the scene of the accident. They will walk you
through the information they will need. If they
ask for a police report, phone or go to the police
department headquarters the next day and you
can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In
some states/provinces with “no fault” insurance
laws, a report may not be necessary. This is
especially true if there are no injuries and both
vehicles are driveable.
Choose a reputable collision repair facility for
your vehicle. Whether you select a dealer/
retailer or a private collision repair facility to x
the damage, make sure you are comfortable
with them. Remember, you will have to feel
comfortable with their work for a long time.
Once you have an estimate, read it carefully
and make sure you understand what work will
be performed on your vehicle. If you have a
question, ask for an explanation. Reputable
shops welcome this opportunity.
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 37
Rear Seat Armrest...................................... 144
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 35
Rear Storage Area...................................... 144
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with OnStar
®............................................ 126
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...................... 126
Rearview Mirrors......................................... 126
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 11
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 417
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 282
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 90
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 91
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 377
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 375
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 349
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 441
General Motors........................................ 441
United States Government....................... 440
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 84
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 85
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 113Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 33
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 432
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 277
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 420
Running the Engine While Parked............... 125
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 177
Pretensioners............................................. 40
Reminder Light........................................ 177
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 390
Center Front Passenger Position................ 34
Driver Position........................................... 24
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 23
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 22
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 37
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 35
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 33
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 40
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 33
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 18
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 32
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T
Tachometer................................................. 176
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps.................................... 346
TCS Warning Light...................................... 183
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 243
Theft-Deterrent Systems.............................. 107
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 107
PASS-Key
®III+........................................ 108
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................ 109
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 153
Time, Setting............................................... 216
Tire
Pressure Light.......................................... 184
Tires........................................................... 351
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 392
Buying New Tires..................................... 366
Chains..................................................... 372
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 374
Cleaning.................................................. 393
Compact Spare Tire................................. 385
Different Size........................................... 368
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 373Tires (cont.)
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 359
Inspection and Rotation............................ 364
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 377
Pressure Monitor System ......................... 360
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 377
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools......... 375
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..... 383
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 352
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 356
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 369
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 370
Wheel Replacement................................. 371
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 366
Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 282
Towing a Trailer....................................... 284
Your Vehicle............................................. 282
Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 256
Control System Warning Light.................. 183
Trunk.......................................................... 102
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 154
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 153
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