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Bulletin No.: 01-08-44-012
Date: October, 2001
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Radio Bass Level Too High
(Adjust Bass Level Using Tech 2)
Models:
2001-02 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo - Built Prior to October 2001 with Premium Audio System (RPO U03)
Condition
Some customers may comment that the radio produces too much bass.
Correction
A procedure using the Tech 2 has been developed to reprogram the audio system to adjust the bass level. This reprogram is limited to the settings in the Auto Tone modes. In the manual settings, the excessive bass condition can be easily overridden. The Tech 2 allows you to toggle between the new setting (reduced bass) and the original factory setting. Use the following procedure:
Important : The Tech 2 must contain software version 21.007 or later available from Techline starting August 2001, on the TIS 2000 version TIS 09/2001 data update or later.
1. Install the Tech 2 to the vehicle and power on.
2. Select "Diagnostic" from the menu.
3. Build the vehicle from the menu options.
4. Select "Radio" from the menu.
5. Select "Special Functions" from the menu.
6. Select "Bass Frequency Response" from the menu.
7. Read the Setting Options display and select continue.
8. Select "New Cal" and save options.
^ If you select "Factory Setting", it will calibrate the bass frequency response back to factory defaults.
^ If you select "New Cal", it will calibrate the bass frequency response to give less response when using the bass knob.
I don't believe the ISS has actually been re-designed. This lube kit is supposed to be a permanent fix. So far so good for me.
May be your problem too.
20 posts/day weekdays and 1/day weekends. Hmm.
I love my '01 LS. Great car.
Good handling, good fuel economy, safe, reliable, and comfortable - what's not to love!?!?!?
Anyone know when this baby is due in the showrooms? And how that compares to when the Grand Prix GTP is due?
Has anyone else noticed anything like that?
Now that I have my 2002 MINI Cooper, I don't drive the Impala as much during the weekend (The MINI is highly addictive!) as the MINI is now my official weekend toy!.
Still, very pleased with the Imp and the car continues to perform like a champ. I have also noticed that the fuel economy has substantially improved over time.
I did this the other day, and in flipping through it, discovered a step I'd left out of programming my Homelink to communicate with my new garage door opener. Kind of a handy thing to have on your computer, if you want to look up something at work, or don't want to have to trudge outside to get the manual out of the glovebox.
do you go with the 16 inch or drop to 15 inch tires for winter?
Also what brand/model is good ?
Thanks
oh.....it's one of those snow belt things I guess.
((-;
Tony
Another excellent winter tire to consider is the Michellin Alpin series.
These tires are expensive ($100+USD per tire) but consider the amount of your insurance deductible and the cost of collision repair, and it makes sense. Plus there is no better feeling than being able to drive around like a proper human being in winter, while everyone else is doing the ice capades.
The rubber compound is what makes the winter tire better. The best winter tires will have a rubber that doesn't feel oily or greasy to the touch. Who wants to drive on an oily greasy tire when it's already slippery?
Make sure you go to a tire store and talk to somebody knowledgable so they can recommend a tire best suited for your area's climate. If you can get away with all season tires, go for it because your gas tank will thank you.
Bumper cover(partial) and side view mirrors and grille were painted body color.(Arrival Blue)
Looked okay from a distance but the rough textured plastic with glossy paint showed all the dimples in the plastic.
I wonder how you would get the wax out of those bumps?
Don't think I would paint the mouldings unless they were smoother.
Speaking of painting plastic...
I'm heading over to my friend's house now to see how the bumper cover came out, and pop it back on the car. My Impala's butt has been naked for a week now. What must the neighbors have been thinking?
BTW, the bumper came out great. My friend is amazing. He repaired and painted it for less than the cost of a new unpainted one. I'm gonna ask him to repaint and clearcoat my XJS wheels.
I washed the Impala yesterday, and detailed the interior a few moments ago. Just like new. I mean it.
My question is, did GM up the speed of when the governor kicks in on the LS Sport or is it strickly for appearance? I'd like to think that a 140-MPH speedo means that I can at least take it to 120 or 130 before any governors kick in.
Speaking of which, anyone know when?
Is there any reason NOT to get the 2003 LS with the Sport Appearance package?
To my knowledge, Impalas aren't imported to any country in Europe. We'll see how difficult it is to get any other than basic maintenance done.
turn the wheel at slow speed for the last couple of weeks. You
wouldnt hear it, just feel it in the palm of your hand ever so
slightly as you would turn the wheel at slow speed. My Impala LS is a 2001 build date of 12/00 with 23466
miles. Today I took it in to the dealer, where they removed
the ISS and did the lube procedure as per the TSB. All in all it
took a little over an hour to complete the job. The problem is gone,
steering feels great(never any play or being loose)but just feels
secure with no clicks or clunks turning the wheel.
Price? A fully equuipped LS Sport (PEG2, Cassette/CD, XM Radio, Moonroof) has an MSRP of almost $29K. OTOH, deep discounts, rebates, special financing, and GM Card points probably make it more attractive.
Does anyone recall the TSB number for the ISS issue
Bulletin No.: 01-02-32-001A
Steering - Clunk Noise While Turning
Date: November, 2001
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Clunk Noise From Front Of Vehicle During Turning Maneuver/Steering Wheel Rotation (Lubricate Intermediate Shaft)
Models:
2001-2002 Buick Regal
2000-2002 Cadillac Seville
1997-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
2000-2002 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo
2001-2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
2000-2002 Pontiac Bonneville, Sunfire
This bulletin is being revised to add models and change the Correction information.
Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 01-02-32-001 (Section 02 - Steering).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from the front of the vehicle during a turning maneuver. This condition may also be felt through the steering wheel when the vehicle is stationary and the wheel is rotated from steering stop to steering stop. Typically, the clunk noise will be heard once for every 180°of steering wheel rotation in either direction for J-cars (Cavalier and Sunfire). However, some vehicles may only exhibit the noise once for every 360°of wheel rotation. On all other vehicles, this clunk noise will be noticed during low speed acceleration or deceleration, typically in light turns of the steering wheel.
Important: Do not replace the following steering gear part numbers:^ GM P/N 26063582
^ GM P/N 26056808
^ GM P/N 26031078
^ GM P/N 26079915
^ GM P/N 26055468
^ GM P/N 26079917
^ GM P/N 26079929
^ GM P/N 26081813
^ GM P/N 26080057
^ GM P/N 26088612
^ GM P/N 26086001
^ GM P/N 26088334
^ GM P/N 26088539
^ GM P/N 26068964
^ GM P/N 26058681
^ GM P/N 26068967
^ GM P/N 26088606
^ GM P/N 26067451
^ GM P/N 26087241
^ GM P/N 26087416
^ Do not replace the following intermediate shafts:
^ GM P/N 26050292
^ GM P/N 26078302
^ GM P/N 26079240
^ GM P/N 26073020
^ GM P/N 22680754
This condition is commonly misdiagnosed as originating in the steering gear and has resulted in the replacement of numerous steering gears without correcting the concern.
Cause
This condition may be caused by inadequate lubrication of the steering intermediate shaft which results in a "slip stick" condition possibly resulting in the clunk noise.
Correction
Remove the intermediate steering shaft from the vehicle and lubricate the shaft with a Steering Column Shaft Lubrication Kit, P/N 26098237.
To my knowledge, Impalas aren't imported to any country in Europe. We'll see how difficult it is to get any other than basic maintenance done.
The Impala is sold in Israel, Mexico, venezuela, Chile and Canada.