fuel cap CHEVROLET IMPALA 2008 9.G User Guide

UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards):A tire information system that
provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s
traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are
determined by tire manufacturers using
government testing procedures. The ratings are
molded into the sidewall of the tire. SeeUniform
Tire Quality Grading on page 5-73.
Vehicle Capacity Weight
:The number of
designated seating positions multiplied by
150 lbs (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load.
SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-21.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire
:Load on an
individual tire due to curb weight, accessory
weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight.
Vehicle Placard
:A label permanently attached to
a vehicle showing the vehicle’s capacity weight
and the original equipment tire size and
recommended ination pressure. See “Tire and
Loading Information Label” underLoading
Your Vehicle on page 4-21.
Ination - Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to
operate effectively.
Notice:Do not let anyone tell you that
under-ination or over-ination is all right.
It is not. If your tires do not have enough air
(under-ination), you can get the following:
Too much exing
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Premature or irregular wear
Poor handling
Reduced fuel economy
If your tires have too much air (over-ination),
you can get the following:
Unusual wear
Poor handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road hazards
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-12for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more
information.
Automatic Transmission* 7.4 qt 7.0 L
*When draining/replacing converter, more uid may be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.5L V6, 3.5L V6 Flexible Fuel, 3.9L V6 Flexible
Fuel Engines10.1 qt 9.6 L
5.3L V8 Engine 13.3 qt 12.6 L
Engine Oil with Filter
3.5L V6, 3.5L V6 Flexible Fuel and 3.9L V6 Flexible
Fuel Engines4.0 qt 3.8 L
5.3L V8 Engine 6.0 qt 5.7 L
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ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Fuel Tank
3.5L Engine (with NU6 emissions) sold new in CA, ME,
VT, NY, MA (see your dealer/retailer for bordering states)17.0 gal 64.4 L
3.5L Engine (without NU6 emissions) sold new in all
other states (see your dealer/retailer for more information)17.5 gal 66.2 L
3.9L Flexible Fuel and 5.3L Engines sold in all states 17.5 gal 66.2 L
Power Steering Coolant 0.93 qt 0.88 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid level after lling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.5L V6 N Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
3.5L Flexible Fuel V6 K Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
3.9L V6 with Active Fuel
Management™
Flexible Fuel3 Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
5.3L V8 with Active Fuel
Management™C Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
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Audio System(s).............................................3-69
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-12
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-24
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-88
Battery..........................................................5-42
Electric Power Management..........................3-19
Run-Down Protection...................................3-20
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-5
Brakes..........................................................5-39
System Warning Light..................................3-34
Braking........................................................... 4-3
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-5
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-21
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-47
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-47
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-47
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-48Bulb Replacement (cont.)
License Plate Lamps....................................5-51
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-52
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps.................5-50
Buying New Tires...........................................5-71C
Calibration.....................................................3-49
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-103
Carbon Monoxide...................2-13, 2-34, 4-16, 4-27
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-93
CD, MP3 .......................................................3-80
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-48
Center Seat..................................................... 1-8
Chains, Tire...................................................5-76
Charging System Light....................................3-34
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-39
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-12
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-96
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