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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> Pushrod -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala SS 5.3 V8 GAS

Brake Pedal

Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
  • With engine running and brake pedal in rest position, measure distance between face of pedal and floor mat.
  • Distance should be 5.850-6.244 inches.
  • If distance is not as specified, adjust pedal height as follows:
    • Remove lefthand lower instrument panel trim section and air duct.
    • Loosen stop lamp switch sufficiently to access pedal adjustment.
    • Loosen locknut and rotate pedal pushrod as required to obtain specified pedal height. Tighten locknut.
    • Adjust brake lamp switch position so plunger lightly contacts pedal stopper and brake lamps are off when pe...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle on a hoist.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Disconnect tie rod from knuckle.
  • Insert a drift into rotor and against caliper in order to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove wheel drive shaft nut.
  • Remove stabilizer link.
  • Be sure that wheel speed sensor wiring harness is repositioned away from ball joint after disconnecting electrical connector from sensor. Disconnect ele...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5 V6 FLEX

Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Prior to dismounting the tire from the wheel, note the following precautions:
    • Position the bead breaking fixture 90° from the valve stem when separating the tire bead from the wheel.
    • Place the mounting and dismounting head so that the tire iron or pry bar can be inserted slightly clockwise of the sensor body when prying the tire bead up and over the head.
    • Rotate the tire and wheel assembly clockwise using the tire changer when transferri...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove radiator air deflector attaching screws and retainers, then air deflector.
  • Remove torque converter cover attaching bolts and cover.
  • Disconnect starter electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolt...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2004-08 Grand Prix, 2005-09 LaCrosse & 2006-07 Monte Carlo & 2006-09 Impala
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles or at Maintenance II as indicated on the DIC (Driver Information Center). In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Place the windshield wipers in the up position by turning the ignition switch Off when the wipers reach the desired position.
  • Open the hood.
  • Lift the righthand side of the rear hood seal from the flange in the area of the righthand air inlet grill...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala SS 5.3 V8 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the air b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala SS 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) tube from air inlet duct.
  • Remove air inlet duct from throttle body.
  • Remove air inlet duct from Mass Air Flow/Intake Air Temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor.
  • Remove cover and air filter element.
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container, then disconnect coolant reservoir hose.
  • Remove coolant recovery reservoir mounting screws, then the reservoir.
  • Remove engine mount strut.
  • Remove Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness clip from fan shroud.
  • Remove condenser tubes bracket bolt from fan shroud.
  • Remove mounting bolt, then the condenser ho...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Remove intake manifold cover.
  • Remove mounting bolts and lefthand inner fender brace.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct from throttle body.
  • Disconnect PCV tube from air inlet duct.
  • Disconnect Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove upper from lower air cleaner housing.
  • Remove Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and harness from lower air cleaner housing....

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transmission Control Module Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.9 V6 GASTransmission Control Module Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.9 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Engine Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GASEngine Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground G113
  • Engine Harness
  • Ground G111
  • Ground G115
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Engine Control Module
  • Cruise Control Switch
  • 2006 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Vanity Mirror Lamp
  • Reading Lamp Assembly
  • Dome/ Reading Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Resistance in Steering with High Under hood Temperatures
    Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.5 V6 FLEX

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.5 V6 FLEX

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Chevrolet Impala AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2006 Chevrolet Impala cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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