ignition CHEVROLET IMPALA 2010 9.G Repair Manual

Owner Checks and ServicesStarter Switch Check
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WARNING:
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough
room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. SeeParking Brake on page 3-27.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle
should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the
vehicle starts in any other position, contact
your dealer/retailer for service.
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
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WARNING:
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough
room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 3-27.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN,
but do not start the engine. Without applying the
regular brake, try to move the shift lever out
of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer/retailer
for service.
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Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position.•
The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only
when the shift lever is in P (Park).
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The ignition key should come out only in
LOCK/OFF.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission P (Park) Mechanism
Check
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WARNING:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
begin to move. You or others could be injured and
property could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Be ready to apply the regular brake at once
should the vehicle begin to move.Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake,
set the parking brake.
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To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and the transmission
in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the
regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.
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To check the P (Park) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then
release the parking brake followed by the regular
brake.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
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Navigation SystemIf your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the
system may result in the storage of destinations,
addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip
information. Refer to the navigation system operating
manual for information on stored data and for deletion
instructions.Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID)RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions
such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system
security, as well as in connection with conveniences
such as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking and
starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for garage door
openers. RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use
or record personal information or link with any other
GM system containing personal information.
Radio Frequency StatementThis vehicle has systems that operate on a radio
frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with
RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device may not cause interference.
2. The device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to any of these systems by
other than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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Ignition Positions.............................................3-20
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............2-35
Inflation - Tire Pressure . . .................................6-59
Instrument Panel
Brightness..................................................4-11
Cluster . . .....................................................4-22
Introduction...................................................... 7-2
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Jump Starting . . ...............................................6-39
K
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System . .................................. 3-4
Keyless Entry System....................................... 3-4
Keys . . . . ........................................................... 3-3
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................6-52
Lamps
Courtesy . . . . ................................................4-11
Dome . . . . . ...................................................4-11
License Plate..............................................6-49Lamps (cont.)
Malfunction Indicator....................................4-31
Map ..........................................................4-13
Reading.....................................................4-13
Lap Belt........................................................2-30
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................2-25
LATCH System for Child Restraints . . .................2-43
Lighting
Delayed Entry.............................................4-12
Delayed Exit...............................................4-13
Entry.........................................................4-12
Parade Dimming..........................................4-13
Lights
Airbag Readiness........................................4-24
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Brake System Warning . . . . .............................4-27
Charging System.........................................4-26
Cruise Control.............................................4-35
Electronic StabiliTrak Control Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............4-30
Exterior Lamps . . ........................................... 4-9
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 4-5
Fog Lamps.................................................4-35
Highbeam On.............................................4-36
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
Oil Pressure...............................................4-34
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . ...............4-25
Safety Belt Reminders..................................4-23
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