Questions tagged [impala]
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My car sounds like a diesel engine
I have a 2007 impala LTZ, when i turn on my car it sounds like a loud diesel engine And i barely have power to the pedal… Help Please .
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2005 Impala No start, no crank, but starter solenoid clicks
As the title states, I have a 2005 Chevy Impala with the 3.4L (3400) engine. I can turn the key and I can hear and feel the starter solenoid working, but the starter motor doesn't turn.
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Engine hot 2007 Chevy impala ls
This morning when I went into work my engine & everything on my dash was working & reading normal, I just got out of work & now my dash reads “engine hot/ac off” & the temperature ...
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Why is my car still shaking and making noise after i change the motor mount and transmission mount
I have a 2011 Chevy impala I put on a new transmission mount and motor mount but its still idling and jumping what should I do
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My Chevy Shows Fault p0420 DTC
I have Chevrolet Impala 2014 model. Recently my car showing dtc code 0420. I read
a article here . It describe that this is the fault related low catalyst system efficiency. I have tried every steps ...
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Car stops when I try and take off
Why is my 2011 Chevy Impala trying to stop on me when I take of?
The pedal makes a sort of grinding sound when I try to take off and car jerks and stops completely. It's almost like it's trying to ...
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How to repair windshield wipers that get stuck in an upright/vertical position when turned off?
I recently started having this issue on a 2002 Chevrolet Impala, where the wipers get stuck in an upright position after wiping and won't go into the parked position when turned off.
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2001 chevy impala has. No sound?
I've checked the fuses all are good. I have power to the amplifier. No codes are showing up! No broken wire on the passengers side!
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Headlight issue - keep turning off by themselves
So last night I was driving home and after about 10 seconds, my headlights just went out on their own. So I turn off the automatic lights and manually turn my headlights back on and they started ...
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How do I completely turn off the infotainment center in my 2017 Chev Impala without raising the screen?
My car is going to be used by a new driver for a road test soon. In this province, much of the information displayed on the infotainment screen is an automatic fail on the road test. Back up display,...
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I have a coolant leak, a big one, but my car isnt overheating... whats wrong?
Okay, so i have a 2010 impala. Recently i had a very slow drip of coolant from my vehicle. It slowly started to worsen. I got a bottle of kseal and put that into my vehicle, it stopped the leak outta ...
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How to repair this (PCV?) tube?
First, is this a PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve tube on the 2002 Chevrolet Impala?
It is hard, non-flexible plastic with hard rubbery grommet-like inserts on the ends, with one side ...
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CV axle problems on my 11' Chevy Impala
I notice I was having a problem with my car I believe it was the wheel bearing while changing the wheel bearing I noticed it was the CV axle had a little problems getting the axle out didn't have the ...
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2006 Chevy Impala dying while driving
I have a 2006 Chevy Impala LS (flex fuel) while I'm driving the dashboard sends off a warning of "reduced engine power" as my car loses power and I lose the ability to use my gas pedal. Meaning that ...
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Is it bad to use Auto Gold ATF DM in a transmission that only requires Dexron VI
I have put Auto Gold ATF DM in my transmission in a 2008 chevy impala that only requires DEXRON VI. On the back of the Auto Gold ATF DM transmission fluid, it says "not for use in automatic ...
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2009 impala cranks but won't start
Was driving on the interstate the other day with the cruise control on when it seemed like the car started losing power. I pulled it over to the side of the interstate and it died. I was able to ...
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Chevy 3.5 engine tick
I have a 08 Chevrolet Impala with a 3.5 with 70k miles. There is a tick that corresponds to engine speed. It's a pronounced tick but I highly doubt its piston slap or rod knock. It seemed like an ...
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06 Impala LT rear defrost doesn't work
The fuse is good and the connection at the rear window appears to be connected. The light on the dash controls comes on but the ice or snow doesn't melt at all.
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2002 Chevy Impala part name
What's the name of this part? I notice that it's smoking in my car..
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2014 Chevy Impala Oil Sensor Location (P055b Engine oil pressure sensor/switch B - circuit range/performance)
My 2014 Impala LS (2.5L Ecotec) is throwing an OBDII code for P055b. Immediately checked oil level with dipstick, all is fine there. I'm assuming that the sensor/switch (whichever it is) has simply ...
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How many miles dare I drive when power steering fluid is foamy and orange, whining when turn?
My power steering fluid is foamy and more orange than red. There is a whining when I turn. It started 4 days ago. How long do I dare wait for an appointment to get it fixed? I will travel about ...
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Check engine light : code p0455. Idling below 1,000 rpms losing Acceleration power at times and engine dies randomly
Car is a 2009 Chevy impala. Engine code p0455 is the only code my car shows. I have already had a vent solenoid replaced. It was the one by the gas tank that was about a year ago now. No issues ...
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Constant grinding from rear wheel?
Recently a rear track bar broke on my 2010 Chevy Impala, 160K miles, resulting in that tire swinging all over the place going down the road. I've replace the track bar, but now there is a constant ...
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2001 Chevy Impala Radio problem
I am trying to put a new stereo in and my alarm goes off when I hook it up. Why does it do this, and how can I fix it?
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Steering problem
So on my 06 chevy impala, i replaced the inner and outer tie rods myself on the front driver side. After i replaced it, the wheel is hard to turn, like if i had no power steering fluid, which i do, ...
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Can low oil trigger the CEL?
I have a 2007 Chevrolet Impala V6 Flex-Fuel. Recently, the Check Engine Light came on. I decided to drive the car with the light on for a few days as my engine code reader was packed away. About four ...
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Engine stops on turn signal light
I have a Chevy Impala 2005. While driving or in parking mode, if I use the side light, the engine comes to halt (i.e the engine stops). What is the real problem?
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Does Cylinder misfire mean buy new engine?
Impala ltz 2006 misfire cylinder check engine light keep blinking do can it be fixed?
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Impala rumbles upon cylinder deactivation
My 2008 Chevy Impala makes a rumble sound or vibration when going from 6-cylinder mode to 3-cylinder mode, with or without slight acceleration.
It sounds fine when it goes back into 6-cylinder mode. ...
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2011 Chevy Impala was inactive with dead battery for 3 months! I have tons of problems now! Help!
In late December 2017, I discovered my 2011 Impala wouldn’t start.
My boyfriend and I jumped it with our other vehicle and it worked. We disconnected the cables and left it running for a while. We ...
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Can revving the engine damage the water pump?
I understand this might be a dumb question as I have been laughed at for asking it. but.. my car is revving high (I'm repairing that issue tomorrow when the weather breaks) but yesterday when I ...
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How do I move this loom temporarily?
Working on a 2013 Chevrolet Impala LS, 3.6L VVT Engine.
I need to remove the thermostat housing in order to replace the thermostat. After much pushing, shoving and swearing I managed to get the ...
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Car is making a bubbling/ boiling noise when i turn it off but not smoking nor do i see any leaks. Car is 04 chevy impala 3.4 liter
Car is making bubbling/ boiling noise when i turn it off but not smoking nor do i see any leaks. Just recently changed raditor and the thermostat and changed the water pump couple months ago!
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Will this part fit?
I have a 2004 Chevy impala 3.4L. I am looking to buy a flowmaster 40series muffler. From my understanding, I need the offset/ center muffler and the 2.25 size. Would that muffler fit my car without ...
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2009 Chevy Impala, won't start battery is good
My Impala won't start (non cranking) had the battery checked its at full charge. What should I check next, the alternator or starter. All lights are working fine, when I turn the key lights dim but no ...
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2002 chevy impala 3.8 won't shift into overdrive check engine light is not on
I don't have a picture. Scanner tool has no codes showing. However, it did say vacuum leak test failed. I've changed gas cap, cleaned mass airflow sensor, and replaced fuel pressure vacuum harness ...
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2009 Impala LT Airbag code B0014-0D
My Impala was intermittently, and now pretty much constantly, giving me a "Service airbags" message. I hooked it up to an Innova 3150f and it gave me: "B0014-0D: Driver Seat Side Air Bag Deployment ...
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My 2002 Chevy Impala
Good morning and happy mothers day to all the MOM'S. I have a 2002 Chevy Impala and some months ago I noticed my gas mileage wasn't as good as it used to be. The check engine light never came on.
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Why does my gas engine sound like a diesel?
I have a 2011 Chevy Impala 3.9L police package car. I've had to issue with the engine running rough, stuttering, burning oil etc...but, when I am at idle, parked, or in traffic; I can hear a very ...
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Gear of Car takes time to shift from 1st to 2nd gear
My car is 2005 Chevy Impala. While driving in automatic mode, I have to drive at 18 MPH for around 4-5 seconds to allow the gear to shift from first to second (or second to third gear, I am not sure ...
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My remote key fob only works a foot from my door.
I have a 2006 Chevy Impala. I haven't had a remote key fob for about a year as I didn't need it over the summer and was out of the country in the fall. I replace the battery in the fob and re-sync it ...
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2005 Chevy Impala Gas Gauge shows half reading when gas is empty
I have a Chevy Impala 2005. I bought it second hand. The instrument cluster was faulty so I replaced it with an old one. Now when I fill up my gas tank it reads to Full. When I drive the car for some ...
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What is correct tire air pressure for my impala 2005 replaced tire?
I bought a 2005 Chevrolet Impala which came with custom wheels and tires put on by the previous owner. In the tire sidewall there is printed "49PSI." Is that the right amount of pressure to put in?
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2008 impala noisy power steering pump
I have had a noisy power steering pump each of the last three years in cold weather on my 2008 Impala. It has been replaced twice, and is now noisy again. My mechanic is stumped. What else can be ...
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What is the purpose of a microphone placed at rear view mirror?
I just bought a used Chevy Impala 2005 and it has a microphone placed at the rear view mirror and its wire goes inside the hood. I don't know where it goes and I have no idea how to find its purpose.
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Automatic transmission shift problem on a 2002 Chevrolet Impala
I recently bought this car with an automatic transmission. After I backed up, I could not get it to go into drive. I reset the car by turning it off and then on until it worked. Last few times I've ...
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Why is my 1996 Impala running hot & the coolant in reservoir tank is boiling hot?
My car keeps running hot after about 15 mins. The coolant in the reservoir tank gets boiling hot.
I flushed the cooling system until clear water came out bottom radiator hose. I changed the water ...
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Replaced catalytic converter, O2 sensor went out, Replaced it and check engine light is still on
About a month ago I replaced my catalytic converter, a few weeks later the O2 sensor went out. I replaced that too and I'm still getting a check engine light code for the same sensor. What else should ...
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What is the difference between an inner tail light assembly and an outer tail light assembly?
I'm trying to replace a passenger side tail light assembly (well, actually only the red plastic is broken, but that doesn't seem to come separately) for a 2015 Impala, and I see parts sites listing ...
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Troubleshoot 2002 Chevy Impala Windshield Washer Pump
When I activate the windshield mist function with wipers no washer fluid comes out. I checked the windshield washer (WSW) 25A fuse in the fuse box inside the passenger compartment on the driver side ...
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