center console CHEVROLET IMPALA 2018 Owner's Manual

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1.Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0142.
2. Air Vents 0154.
3. Trunk Release. See Trunk
0 39.
Parking Assist Button. See
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0192 (If
Equipped).
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) Button. See Lane
Departure Warning (LDW)
0 200.
4. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change Signals
0 142.
5. Instrument Cluster 0110.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 125.
6. Windshield Wiper/Washer
0105.
7. Hazard Warning Flashers
0141.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0141. 9. Storage Area with USB Port
Inside (If Equipped). See
Instrument Panel Storage 099
and for the USB Port, see
Infotainment 0146.
10. Infotainment 0146.
11. Climate Control Systems
0147.
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0150.
12. Storage Area with Accessory Power Outlet Inside.
SeeCenter Console Storage
0 100 andPower Outlets
0 106.
13. Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats 059 (If Equipped).
14. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0181.
15. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission 0175.
16. Ignition Positions 0167.
17. Steering Wheel Controls 0104.
Driver Information Center
Buttons. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0125. 18.
Steering Wheel Controls 0104
(Out of View).
19. Horn 0104.
20. Steering Wheel Adjustment
0104.
21. Cruise Control 0182 (If
Equipped).
Adaptive Cruise Control 0184
(If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0104
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0195 (If Equipped).
22. Instrument Panel Storage 099
(If Equipped).
Fuse Cover. See Instrument
Panel Fuse Block 0246.
23. Hood Release. See Hood
0 216.
24. Data Link Connector (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0118.
25. Electric Parking Brake 0178.

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Before storing, adjust all available
memory feature positions. Turn the
ignition on and then press and
release SET; a beep will sound.
Then immediately press and hold 1,
2, or
B(Exit) on the driver door
until two beeps sound. To manually
recall these positions, press and
hold 1, 2, or
Buntil the saved
position is reached.
When Auto Memory Recall is
enabled in the personalization
menu, positions previously stored to
memory buttons 1 and 2 are
recalled when the ignition is
changed from off to on or ACC/
ACCESSORY.
When Easy Exit Options is enabled
in the personalization menu, the
feature automatically recalls the
previously stored exit position when
exiting the vehicle. See Memory
Seats 056.
Second Row Seats
The rear seatbacks can be folded
down to increase cargo space. See
Rear Seats 060.
Heated and Ventilated
Seats
Heated and Ventilated Seat
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar
If available, the buttons are on the
center console. To operate, the
ignition must be on.
I: If available, press to heat the
driver or passenger seatback only.
J: Press to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and
seatback.
C: If available, press to ventilate
the driver or passenger seat.
A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls
or pushes air through the seat. The
air is not cooled.
An indicator light on the button turns
on when the heated or ventilated
seat is on.
See Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats 059.
Head Restraint
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints
for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating
position, change the seatback
recline angle as little as necessary
while keeping the seat and the head
restraint height in the proper
position.
See Head Restraints 050 and Seat
Adjustment 053.

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Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside mirror and will flash if the
turn signal is on. The Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
included as part of the LCA system.
SeeSide Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 198 andLane Change Alert (LCA)
0 198.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC shows a view of
the area behind the vehicle on the
infotainment display when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
aid with parking and low-speed
backing maneuvers. See
Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0192.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses
a triangle with an arrow on the
infotainment display to warn of
traffic behind your vehicle that may
cross your vehicle's path while in
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
sound.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0192.
Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and
avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
show a warning triangle on the
infotainment display and/or a
graphic on the instrument cluster to
provide the object distance. In
addition, multiple beeps may occur
if very close to an object. See
Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0192.
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has three accessory
power outlets:
.
Inside the front storage area
below the climate control system
. Inside the center console
. On the rear of the center
console
Lift the cover to access the
accessory power outlet.
See Power Outlets 0106.

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Open/Close (Manual Mode) :
Press and hold the front or rear of
Qto open or close the sunshade.
Release the switch to stop at the
desired position.
The sunroof/sunshade is equipped
with an automatic reversal system.
See Sunroof 047.
Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The Traction Control System (TCS)
limits wheel spin. The system turns
on automatically every time the
vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. The
system also turns on automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off TCS, press and
release
gon the center console.
The Traction Off light
i
illuminates.
. To turn off both TCS and
StabiliTrak, press and hold
g,
until the Traction Off light
iand
the StabiliTrak Off light
g
illuminate. .
Press and release
gagain to
turn on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0181.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light
alerts to a significant loss in
pressure of one of the vehicle's
tires. If the warning light comes on,
stop as soon as possible and inflate
the tires to the recommended
pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0163. The
warning light will remain on until the
tire pressure is corrected.

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3. Place the new transmitter intothe transmitter pocket. The
transmitter pocket is inside the
center console storage area.
4. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next
transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and
press
K.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5. When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold ENGINE START/STOP for
12 seconds to exit
programming mode.
Programming without a
Recognized Transmitter
If two currently recognized
transmitters are not available, follow
this procedure to program up to
eight transmitters. This feature is
not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle
must be off and all of the
transmitters you wish to program
must be with you. 1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 035.
Then insert the vehicle key into
the key lock cylinder on the
driver door handle and turn the
key, counterclockwise, to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds. The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays REMOTE
LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
START BUTTON TO LEARN
and then press ENGINE
START/STOP.
The DIC displays will again
show REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time, all
previously known transmitters
will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters
can be relearned during the
next steps.
The DIC display should now
show READY FOR REMOTE
# 1.
4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The
transmitter pocket is inside the
center console storage area.

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5. Press ENGINE START/STOP.When the transmitter is
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next
transmitter.
6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and
press
K.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold ENGINE START/STOP for
12 seconds to exit
programming mode.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery or Wireless
Interference
If the transmitter battery is weak or
there is wireless interference, the
DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED or PLACE
TRANSMITTER IN POCKET TO
START when you try to start the
vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY
IN REMOTE KEY message may
also be displayed at this time. To start the vehicle:
1. Open the center console and
place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket with the
buttons facing the front of the
vehicle.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and press ENGINE
START/STOP. See Starting the
Engine 0169.
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the DIC
indicates that battery replacement is
necessary.
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery: 1. Press the button on the transmitter to extend the key
blade.

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.Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.
. Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
. Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle
and all doors are closed.
. Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter or use the
Keyless Access system,
if equipped.
Unlocking the driver door with the
key will not disarm the system or
turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
IfKis pressed on the transmitter
and the lights flash three times, an
alarm occurred previously while the
alarm system was armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a
message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 317.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the transmitter
leaves the vehicle.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when ENGINE START/
STOP is pressed and a valid RKE
transmitter is found in the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument
cluster comes on when there is a
problem with arming or disarming
the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in your
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
vehicle off and try again.
If the RKE transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another transmitter.
Or, you may try placing the
transmitter in the transmitter pocket
in the center console. See
“Starting
the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter
Battery or Wireless Interference”
under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 028.
If the engine does not start with the
other transmitter or when the
transmitter is in the pocket in the
center console, your vehicle needs

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saved to. Try storing the position to
the other memory button or try the
other RKE transmitter.
Easy Exit Recall
Easy Exit Recall is not linked to an
RKE transmitter. The position stored
to
Bis used for all drivers. To turn
Easy Exit Recall on or off, see
"Vehicle Personalization Settings"
previously in this section and
Vehicle Personalization 0128.
If turned on, the position saved to
Bis automatically recalled when
one of the following occurs:
. The vehicle is turned off and the
driver door is opened within a
short time.
. The vehicle is turned off with the
driver door open.
To stop Easy Exit Recall movement,
press any of the following memory
controls:
. Power seat
. Memory SET, 1, 2, or
B
.Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected
. Power steering wheel,
if equipped
Obstructions
If something has blocked the driver
seat and/or power steering wheel
while recalling a memory position,
the recall may stop. Remove the
obstruction and try the recall again.
If the memory position still does not
recall, see your dealer for service.
Heated and Ventilated
Front Seats
{Warning
If temperature change or pain to
the skin cannot be felt, the seat
heater may cause burns. To
reduce the risk of burns, use care
when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat
heater may cause a burn or may
damage the seat.
Heated and Ventilated Seat
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar
If equipped, the buttons are on the
center console. To operate, the
ignition must be on.

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Storage
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 99
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . . 99
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 100
Umbrella Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Additional Storage Features
Cargo ManagementSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Storage
Compartments
{Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Instrument Panel Storage
If equipped with storage behind the
fuse box, push on the cover and
release to open.
If equipped with storage behind the
radio, press
Pand hold to open.
There is a USB port inside. See
“USB Port” in the infotainment
manual.
Press
Pand hold again to close.
Caution
To avoid damage, do not
manually force the display
to move.

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Keep the storage area closed when
not in use.
The storage area cannot be
operated with
Pwhen valet mode
is enabled. See “Valet Mode”under
“Setting Radio Preferences” in the
infotainment manual.
Glove Box
Pull the handle up to open.
Cupholders
Pull the rear seat armrest down to
access.
If equipped, press the button to
release the cupholders. Push back
in to stow.
Center Console Storage
Push the cover down and release to
access. To close, push the cover
again and release. There is an
accessory power outlet inside.