Re: chevrolet impala with transmission problems [tenshi3]
Written by: cherubrosario on May 26, 2012 8:29:06 PM
I also have a Chevy Impala mine is a 2006 with only 62k miles and it also has the same transmission problem. I'm also willing to participate in a class action lawsuit as well. Just let me know
we were fortunate that our 2006 chevy impala did not seize up while driving to Dallas. The engine light came on along with the service traction message periodically for about 500 miles of our trip. took car to local dealer and they ran diagnostic. P1516 error code came back from diagnostic. This is a very common error code and a very dangerous one. the dealer wanted over $500 to fix and ... Read More
Chevy nightmare, engine power reduced!!
Written by: chevynitemare on Feb 14, 2012 1:16:51 PM
HAS ANYONE HAD A TRUE DIAGNOSTIC OF WHAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED? I have a 2006 Chevy Impala. I have bn having problems with this car since I reached the 90,000 mile. Transmission was rebuilt last year @ about 97,000 miles. I keep up with the oil change and regular maintenance of the car. So now im at 111,000 miles and the car has started back displaying engine power reduced for ... Read More
We have a 2006 Impala SS, we bought it new and it it using 1 qt every 1000 miles, told the dealer and there answer was it is acceptable to Chevy to use this amount of oil in this engine, GM wil do nothing about it, but I have owned Chevy all my life and am serously thinking about buying Kia or ford, I have been told that the oil is ... Read More
I have a 2006 chevy impala that ivonly had for only 5 months an ve bs yoyen experiencing the same exact problems im seeing that alot of you are having, I have back and forth to the dealership with this problem numerous times my car would not only reduce power but would shu t off countless times a day whether im druving on the street or on the freeway which is ... Read More
I have a 2006 chevy impala that gave me the engine power reduced message yesterday and my speed went from 50 to 20 on my way home from work. Do anybody know what caused that?
Re: 2005 Transmission Slip after stop then LAUNCH [mseabert]
Written by: sepple on Nov 21, 2011 4:00:31 PM
I have a 2006 chevy impala I have been having problems with the transmission slaming into gear when you go to take off. I have had problem since I bought the car in 2006 I took it into the dealer multiple times and they never found anything ( we can't do anything unless it comes up with an error). Well 5 years later with 80,000 miles they said it was a ... Read More
Transmission problem
Written by: vision77 on Nov 15, 2011 11:17:44 AM
I too have had transmission problems with my 2000 Chevrolet Impala. I had to replace it in 2006 and here again I NEED another one with 100k+ miles. Same problems as previous complaints on here. I had a mechanic to look at it and was told my first gear is gone. I have always purchased chevrolet cars, from Corsica, Lumina and now Impala. Obviously, there is something major wrong with this ... Read More
Written by: tatertot5218 on Dec 19, 2010 5:54:56 AM
Since heating and a/c problems seem to be a universal problem with the newer Impalas...wouldnt you think this is a design flaw caused by Chevy and they should correct it? I still have no heat when the car is idling or when the RPMs go under 2..like slow driving. I just purchased this car in October and of course the limited warranty expired as soon as the weather got cold enough ... Read More
yes you are correct recirculation mode can only be use with certain modes on the a/c and heat module. if it blinks and goes off try turning the vent module to another setting like on deforst or the floor and it should stay on after hitting it!
Re: 2006 Chevrolet Impala gearshift locked in park [daisy34]
Written by: twin06ss on Oct 31, 2011 8:15:24 AM
I hope im not replying back to you too late b/c i dont want your 500 dallors to go to waste! I have an 06 Impala SS that i have modified to race, so you can imagine the extrem wear and tear i have put on my car which caused me to have to replace just about every part on the car! the ans to ur question is yes they are ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevrolet Impala gearshift locked in park [daisy34]
Written by: cob on Oct 24, 2011 10:03:34 AM
There is a solinoid that allows you to shift out of part when the gas pedel is pressed. Usually you just have to replace that part to fix the problem of a shifter being stuck in park.
2006 Chevrolet Impala gearshift locked in park
Written by: daisy34 on Oct 21, 2011 1:59:34 PM
Chevrolet dealer said the whole gearshift would have to be replaced and would cost $500.00 plus. There was no other alternative. It was not a fuse or any kind of switch. Could they be wrong?
I have the same problem on a 2006 Impala LT3 model. It started at about 70k and now I'm at 80K. I spoke to my mecahanic at the dealership where i purchased it and he admitted there is a known issue with the transmission. There is an intenal valve body piston in the transmission. The bore of the piston tends to wear out causing improper fluid pressure to flow through causing ... Read More
Any info on why the engine cradle broke and took out my steering on my 2005 Impala would be appreciated. It also took out my rear motor mounts. I have been told that the welds broke and that the sub frame is missing bolts and hardware. I was told first that the bolts were not installed correctly and then that they were not installed at all. I bought this car in ... Read More
2005 Engine Cradle Problems
Written by: ladytl_1 on Sep 30, 2011 12:17:28 PM
Any info on why the engine cradle broke and took out my steering on my 2005 Impala would be appreciated. It also took out my rear motor mounts. I have been told that the welds broke and that the sub frame is missing bolts and hardware. I was told first that the bolts were not installed correctly and then that they were not installed at all. I bought this car in ... Read More
Hello Tatertot5218, The recirculation mode cannot be used with outside air, floor, defrost, or defogging modes. So if any of those modes are on then you cannot use the recirculation mode. If you have any further questions please let me know. Thank you, Mariah GM Customer Service
2006 Chevy Impala LT circulation buttons
Written by: tatertot5218 on Oct 12, 2010 8:34:51 AM
The button for outside air is always lit up. When I push the button to recirculate the inside air, it will not light up. If I hold it down, all it does is blink and the outside air button stays lit up. How do I get the outside air exchange to turn off and just have the inside recirculating air working
Hi All, I've a 2006 Chevy Impala LS was driving fine and my wife had a fender bender. When she was pulling off of the service station lot a car back-up into the front drivers side. The car ran fine. She park it in the garage and the next morning it would not go in any gear. You can hear it click when shift it but want move at all. Would ... Read More
I have the same problem - as do many others - I googled it. So, this is the solution - sort of ... if you take a paperclip - lift the headrest, on one of the round plastic holders there is a little hole - shove the paper clip in there to release it, lower the head rest and then raise it all the way up (works better with 2 people) ... Read More
I've changed the bulbs on my brake light but no luck also my turn signals went out. I've checked through the manual to see which fuses I should check but I can't seem to figure out which ones power the turning signals and brake lights. Anyone can tell me which ones to look at? I have the manual but nothing specifically says "brake light". Thanks
The "low oil pressure - stop engine now" beeping in 2006 Impala
Written by: jazzycazz on Feb 6, 2011 5:46:56 AM
The "low oil pressure - stop engine now" beeping constantly in 2006 chevrolet impala. I keep the oil changed constantly, but beeping continues off and on. I use 5W30 during oil changes. Does it need Synthetic? can i disconnect this dang beeping somehow? Where is this sensor located?
Re: Transmission problem with 2004 Chevy Impala LS [Mr_Shiftright]
Written by: nicole85 on Jul 17, 2010 2:29:06 PM
I think you may have some insight on the issue I am having with my 2006 Chevy Impala. Please see my post #207. Any suggestions??? I need help :-(
Transmission problem or not???
Written by: nicole85 on Jul 17, 2010 2:19:27 PM
I have a 2006 Chevy Impala LS and my car functions properly in drive, park and neutral but not reverse. When I put my vehicle in reverse it feels like I am in park (goes nowhere). I can still put my car in drive and my car is mobile. There is no signs of "slipping" or mysterious gear switching. When I put my car in reverse, I can hear it switch ... Read More
Shift lever release button will not depress. It sounds like it may be torque lock, but this thing is stuck solid, won't budge. Tried everything recommended in the owner's manual, Please help I have a 2006 Chevrolet Impala
Re: 06 Chevy Impala all windows fog over when heat is on [ryster]
Written by: ladysportsbuff on Jan 10, 2010 7:44:53 AM
Hello there, my bro in law is trying to fix the rear window defroster and has no owners manual, I say it is the fuse but they won't just try and do it with out the schematic on it, would you happen to know which is the rear window one? This is also 2006 Impala. Thank you!!!
06 Chevy Impala all windows fog over when heat is on
Written by: ctkeith1 on Dec 25, 2009 5:42:59 PM
We have a 2006 Impala and are having problems with all windows in the car fog over when the heat is on. It has gradually gotten worse. At first as long as it was on defrost it was not as bad, now it doesn't matter what setting it is on. Dealer says it is NOT the heater core but is possibly an HVAC filter that is clogged. They want to charge ... Read More
Written by: viennabob162 on Nov 28, 2009 8:11:54 AM
Thanks for the reply to my posting. I am glad that you have had good luck with your Impala. I am not anti Chevy, I also own a 2006 Cobalt LT that is probably the best car I ever owned. After my problem surfaced I spent hours on the Internet to find out whether or not mine was an isolated case. It is not, and if you are interested try the ... Read More
This isn't just an issue with Chevy/GM. Take a look at Edmunds' long-term road test blog. They are frequently adding oil to their cars, including their BMWs. Several years ago I had a new '99 VW New Beetle. The 2.0L 4-cylinder in that car loved to consume oil. At least a quart every 3,000 miles. There was even a note in the owners manual to check the oil level at every ... Read More
2006 3.9lt Chevy Impala LT
Written by: cmartin5 on Oct 29, 2009 6:08:45 AM
Why do they let this ride? I hope they fixed this problem. My Chevy impala started burning oil over the last 4 oii changes. 1.5 quarts of oil at last change @ 81,430. I know all engines can suffer from this especial with high wear (beating on it), mileage, not warming up on cold starts 32or less, improper oil change intervals. but i can say none of these reasons are possible. ... Read More
Re: 2006 Impala low oil pressure warning goes off [softshellcrab]
Written by: bbaby1 on Oct 26, 2009 8:28:01 PM
Has anyone ever got there "low oil pressure warning - turn engine off immediately" problem solved. My local Chevy dealer prior to my spending big bucks says it most likely is a computer cluster issue or possibly an oil pump that is starting to fail. Most annoying is the darn warning chime. Please let me know. Thx
Impala low oil pressure warning goes off
Written by: softshellcrab on Oct 3, 2009 6:53:00 AM
On my 2006 Impala, when I accelerate, the low oil pressure warning goes on. Even if I am just speeding up 5-10 mph. Once I reach my higher speed and stop accelerating it stops (so far). It seems worse after the car is more warmed up. I had a new switch installed but that did not cure it. Oil is clean, level fine etc. Neither the Chevy dealer nor my very ... Read More
Hey I had the same issue on my 03 Chevy impala, it was a bad Solenoid. These things are common in this car. ZEvery shop told me I needed a new transmission, which was bull.. I got all of my solenoids replaced and my car has been fine since. That was in November of 08 I got it fixed.
I am the second owner of 2006 Impala with 28000 miles not only are the trim pieces peeling but there are now "boils" on trunk, top, hood.... Chevy dealers wont stand behind it because I am second owner. If they have paint problems and they know they do, then what dif does it make the number of owners. This is why people buy foreign.
After over a year in & out of dealer trying to get my 2007 Impala transmission fixed I am finally posting problem to the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. (NHTSA) as a safety issue -- Case #10270004. Safety issue because this random jerking of the transmission upon taking off in traffic, at light, or from stand still has caused: (a) my wheels to spin, (b) the car to pull into the ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [chev05]
Written by: level on Jun 8, 2009 7:49:32 PM
After over a year in & out of dealer trying to get my transmission fixed I am finally posting problem to the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. (NHTSA) as a safety issue -- Case #10270004. Safety issue because this random jerking of the transmission upon taking off in traffic, at light, or from stand still has caused: (a) my wheels to spin, (b) the car to pull into the next lane, ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [tra9105]
Written by: level on Jun 8, 2009 7:48:23 PM
After over a year in & out of dealer trying to get my transmission fixed I am finally posting problem to the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. (NHTSA) as a safety issue -- Case #10270004. Safety issue because this random jerking of the transmission upon taking off in traffic, at light, or from stand still has caused: (a) my wheels to spin, (b) the car to pull into the next lane, ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [dave1175]
Written by: level on Jun 8, 2009 7:46:47 PM
After over a year in & out of dealer trying to get my transmission fixed I am finally posting problem to the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. (NHTSA) as a safety issue -- Case #10270004. Safety issue because this random jerking of the transmission upon taking off in traffic, at light, or from stand still has caused: (a) my wheels to spin, (b) the car to pull into the next lane, ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [sk2b1]
Written by: rvoth on Jun 8, 2009 1:49:12 PM
I believe that you can buy a new or re conditioned tranny for $2500 or less or purchase a tranny from a written off car, just a couple of hours with a good GM mechanic after hours and you have a better tranny .
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [dave1175]
Written by: buicklover on Jun 6, 2009 6:45:19 PM
I'm having the exact same problem! My car is actually at the dealership now and they said something about the 4th clutch. I'm hoping this is not the same issue I had with my older 2000 Century. This is definately a problem with the transmission and I will let you know if they figure out what it is and actually fix it. Of course, I'm sure it will only fix it ... Read More
Re: WHY ARE IMPALA's LOSING SO MUCH VALUE?? [nomoreford2]
Written by: ryster on Jan 11, 2009 1:01:37 PM
These cars have atrocious resale. Just be glad you are not trying to trade the car at a dealer. The Kelley Blue Book values are simply depressing. Edmund's TMV values tend toward the optimistic side. They are supposedly based on real data from real people, but the used values are simply too high. Their new car TMV's tend toward the low side. As many cars as I have purchased, it has ... Read More
I have had the "slip" happen twice, but not after. I have an basic 05 3.4. Am now having issues shifting into 2nd. The last shop I went to said I had no 2nd gear, but the car will down shift into 2nd and does shift up kind of hard after warmed up. Am learning more about this tranny every day. Am going to change fluid this week and then repeat ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [dave1175]
Written by: tra9105 on May 26, 2009 6:50:29 PM
I have a 2008 Impala LS with 55000 miles.........and when I back out of my driveway in the mornings and shift out of reverse into drive and press on the gas, it doesnt move and hesitates for a couple seconds then jerks when it catches 1st gear. After the car is warm, it wont do it anymore. Does anyone know the cause of this problem or what needs to be replaced? ... Read More
Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [dave1175]
Written by: chev05 on May 15, 2009 3:19:30 AM
I have a 05 chevy with about 78,000 miles . This problem has been happening with my car for 20,000 miles . Now its getting worse and Im just waiting for something major to happen and try to come up with the money . Car slips from a stop sign , but once it gets warmed up it doesn`t happen much but until that time it slips , kinda winds up ... Read More
2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues
Written by: dave1175 on Apr 27, 2009 10:28:05 AM
I've been having a problem with my tranny for a while now. I bought it new in July 06 and about 8 months ago I noticed that when I would back out of my driveway and then shift into drive the tranny would,what I think is slip, and suddenly jerk into gear as I stepped on the gas pedal. It doesn't do it all the time, but it does do it. ... Read More
I'll address some of the aspects of the items here. > I go to a message board and see 500 postings about a model, then your assessment is most likely the case. When I go to a message board and see 3400 messages, many discussing "this problem" or "that anomaly" it gives me great pause The number of posts in a discussion is not relevant. I can probably go find lots ... Read More
Re: [priggly]
Written by: ryster on Nov 28, 2008 5:33:53 AM
I have had no serious issues with my 2006 Impala SS and it is indeed one of the best cars I have ever had. Keep in mind that the people who post here on this thread of problems are in the vast minority of individuals who've had problems with the car as the great majority of people who own the car have had no problems at all and do not post. ... Read More
Written by: SilverLTZ08 on Feb 17, 2009 6:08:34 PM
I love my impalas, so far I have owned a 2001 Impala, 2003 Impala LS Sport, 2006 Impala SS and now due to higher gas prices I have a 2008 Impala LTZ that I love. I have read that 2010 that Impala will be redesigned and the SS will have over 500 HP engine and base starting at around 300 HP. Do you think this will happen or is it possible ... Read More
I feel your pain. I have the same problem with my 2006 Impala SS. My first trans went out at 42,000 miles ($4,700) and now at 74,000(80% highway) I am in the same boat. The good news is for me is the second trans I paid for is under warranty. I call GM/Chevy CS line and the first time and they told me they could not help. I will tell you ... Read More
Written by: onebigswede on Nov 12, 2008 12:26:49 PM
I just bought my 2006 Chevy Impala LT this past weekend with 30,000 miles on it. Overall i love the car so far, except for the fact that the range on the remote keyless entry is horrendous! I've tested it in several different situations, and the longest range I can reach is about 50 feet - and that's if I'm lucky. I think I may need to get the receiver replaced ... Read More
Written by: jeffbatesfan on Nov 10, 2008 11:17:32 AM
Hi, I have a 2006 Chevy Impala with 60,000 miles on it. Great car, looks and runs great. Over the past week I have noticed a couple of things. My car takes about 20 min for it to get warm. I have the heater turned all the way up, either on heat or defrost, and it's still blowing cold air for 20 min of my drive to work. At this same ... Read More
I purchased the 2006 Impala new in Nov 2005. I've had this problem the past few winters, but just now thinking about it since it was chilly this morning. The heat works great until I stop, then it just goes out. Air is still blowing, but no heat. Soon as I go, the heat starts working again. If I stop at a redlight I freeze until the light turns green. I ... Read More
Hi everyone, before I dare to venture out (again) and purchase a new 08 impala ss, I was wondering if anyone knows if chevrolet changed the suspension on the 08 ss models? I owned a 2006 impala ss and the front struts and springs felt like they were quite soft. Although I dont drive my vehicles hard, just crawling over speed bumps, or driving over dips in the road made the ... Read More
I have a 2006 Impala 2LT with the 3.5L V6...no ABS...no traction control. My car is perfectly stable in the snow. I still have the OEM Goodyear Integrity all-season tires on it and even with over 21,000 miles on them the car had no issues in our last snowstorm (2"-3" on untreated roads). My car is actually better handling in snow than it is in a rainstorm. The Federal Government has ... Read More
Has anyone had any problems with the clear-coat finish peeling/flaking from the B and C pillar trim? My 2006 is almost three years old and has started loosing a considerable amount of the clear coat from those trim pieces on all four of the doors. I'm going to mention it to the dealer the next time I'm down there. I don't expect they will do anything about it; I'll probably end ... Read More
Re: 06 impala with a clunk/rattle from steering column [quietpro]
Written by: eddiemc63 on Aug 8, 2008 12:30:58 PM
A new TSB was issued on 3/27/08. This does include a new designed ISS. The number is 19179923. The TSB is 01-02-32-001O #01-02-32-001O: Clunk Felt/Noise Heard From Stering Column, Steering Gear and/or Front of Vehicle During Turnign Maneuver and/or Steering Wheel Rotation (Replace Intermediate Shaft As Directed) - (Mar 27, 2008) Models:2001-2004 Buick Regal 2005-2007 Buick Allure (Canada Only), LaCrosse 2000-2008 Chevrolet Impala 2000-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue 2004-2007 ... Read More
2006 impala - "idiot" light on - key stuck in ignition - max 20 mph??
Written by: sham1 on Jul 31, 2008 4:18:53 AM
2006 impala - "idiot" light on - key stuck in ignition - max 20 mph??PLEASE HELP!! I have a 2006 Chevy Impala and I was having a hard time getting it started for a few days and had to "jump" it - then one day I was doing down the road and I could NOT go faster than 20 mph and the "idiot" light came on and when I turned around ... Read More
Wow. Please don't take your frustrations out on me. I was merely providing my experiences. I have owned 10 different vehicles in the past 20 years, so I am not as trusting as you seem to think I am (I traded the VW, by the way, at only 11,000 miles due to many VW and dealer related issues). I have seen, and been through, everything with vehicles from many manufacturers. I ... Read More
Re: 2007 Impala SS OIL LEAK [jerrya1]
Written by: whtchpl88 on Jun 5, 2008 5:51:44 AM
Is it truly a leak or is the oil "disappearing" as I have described? I am not questioning your observation skills, naturally...I am just trying to help you find a possible answer to your queries. As you may have read, I own a 2006 Impala SS that has a similiar problem...and I am thinking that this is more of a systemic problem than Chevrolet wants to admit publicly.
Re: 2006 Impala SS [whtchpl88]
Written by: wesleyg on Jun 2, 2008 7:39:52 AM
I have an "06 SS that now has 19K on it and ever since new, I have to add about 1/2 quart every 1200 miles. As you say, it just disappears, no leaks. I change the oil about every 4000 miles, so in that time I have to add about 1 and a half quarts. I check the dipstick at least every 3 weeks since I am leary of a sudden ... Read More
How do I OR can I somehow lease a 2008 Impala Ruby Red w/ Sun Roof and 6 CD Prem Sound package--believe it is an LT2??? How do I lease for 36 months for under $330 ??? Is it possible---with no down ???? I am dreaming--right???? Oh yes==I have a 2006 Trailblazer to turn in and my miles are up but lease not until Oct 2008.
It's beeen a couple years since I bought my 2006 2LT and I was curious about the current model year prices, options, etc. When I went to the Chevy website to use their build option, I discovered a new model--the "LT 50th". Granted, it's just a trim difference from the 2LT, but it does offer one interesting feature as standard equipment: the FE3 Performance-Tuned Suspension. Does anyone have any information regarding ... Read More
Update-API is bankrupt and the extended warranty is now worthless. Thanks to Huntington Chevrolet, whose finance manager talked us into buying this POS over GMs warranty, whixh is what I wanted in the first place. GM refuses to intervene at all. Should my next car be bought from Chevy or any other GM dealer?
This is how General Motors is getting people to buy new cars (hopefully you didn't buy another GM but we did) Had a 2000 Tahoe Limited with very low miles and right after the warranty ran out the computer locked up and the car wouldn't turn over, cost us a 600.00 trip to the dealer and a four day wait on the part so in the meantime we just traded it ... Read More
I agree; stretching the earlier Impala from 2000-2005 seemed long to me, so with the new one running 2006-2010 or 2011 is comparable I guess. But one thing they did correctly on the 2000-2005 version was they introduced the car with just the base and LS trim levels, and then rolled out the SS a few years later, so there was always something coming down the pike that kept the car ... Read More
Re: 2009 - 2011 Impala [nosirrahg]
Written by: charts2 on Jun 4, 2007 6:05:15 AM
Right now Chevy is riding a tide of high sales on its Impala. GMs top selling car. 35,600 sold in May. When a car is selling well like this car, updating improvements have to keep coming to keep the sales high. Another couple years of the same old will soon show up in lost sales. Chevy has put too much emphasis on the new Malibu coming this fall thats very close ... Read More
I agree with the others on a probable power steering pump issue. Worst case scenario if it is not that would be the steering rack, hopefully it is not that since it is an expensive fix.
I second ryster's suggestions. Look in owner's manual to identify where the power steering pump is for replacing fluid. You can get powersteering fluid at many places. I think they even had it at Kroger's in our area. The reason the car turns so hard is that you are turning the wheels through the mechanical linkage only without the pressure of the hydraulic fluid kicking in to help turn. This is ... Read More
Sounds like a loss of power steering fluid. This happened to me on my '06 at only 7,500 miles. Chevrolet has issued a Technical Service Bulletin that addresses this problem. It is particularly a problem in cold climates. If you live in a colder region of the country it may apply to your car. Hopefully the dealer gave you a warranty of some sort when you purchased the car. My car ... Read More
Written by: endurancemom on Feb 17, 2008 3:24:46 AM
I bought my 06 Impala with 53,000 miles on it about a week ago. I have loved it, up until yesterday, when while just driving along one of the mall roads, it started to make a strange squealy whiny sound that came from the steering column area. When that sound started, it was nearly impossible to turn the car. It ran fine and shifted, etc without a problem, but when I ... Read More
Written by: endurancemom on Feb 17, 2008 3:21:28 AM
I bought my 06 Impala with 53,000 miles on it about a week ago. I have loved it, up until yesterday, when while just driving along one of the mall roads, it started to make a strange squealy whiny sound that came from the steering column area. When that sound started, it was nearly impossible to turn the car. It ran fine and shifted, etc without a problem, but when I ... Read More
Re: 2006 Impala 3LT Problems [ladyz]
Written by: quietpro on Feb 1, 2008 4:50:13 PM
Same here...had an issue with my TPMS and it was fixed under warranty. A related issue to this is the FOB may have limited range or not work at all. This can also be fixed under warranty. Rather than panic, just ask your service department to fix it. They will likely give you a rental car to use while they repair the problem if you ask. Chevy has come a long ... Read More
Re: v8ss or v6ss ? [colfair]
Written by: priggly on Jan 23, 2008 3:21:13 PM
I'd get the V-8. I have one (2006) and love it! Superb power, delectable exhaust sound, handles great, relatively good gas mileage for a V-8 (the DOD helps), very quiet cabin at highway speeds, excellent BOSE sound system and topnotch fit and finish, at least in my car. I am very impressed with the quality of recent GM cars including the 2006 Chevrolet Impala SS.
Clicking sound at idle
Written by: stuhrw on Dec 16, 2007 7:43:06 PM
I have a 2006 Impala; it makes a clicking or ticking sound while idling. As soon as I accelerate, it's gone. It definitely a mechanical tick, as it is continuous and steady, almost like a fuel injector knock or something. I'm really not worried about it, as the vehicle is a lease; just want to make sure it won't leave me stranded on the highway until I turn it in. I'm ... Read More
Re: 2006 Azera Limited vs. 2006 Charger SE [tjc78]
Written by: allmet33 on Nov 9, 2007 8:26:48 AM
Don't really know if RWD is a consideration of something they have going for themselves. I mean...the foreign entries have always been FWD and it's never been an issue. IMO, for the American V-6's to be so lacking...RWD really amounts to a hill of beans. The Hemi...obviously, if I'm jumping out there to get one of those...FE be damned! I'm getting it strictly for it's performance attributes. Yeah...there are a couple ... Read More
I agree with this to a point but you also must remember that if GM refreshens a car to quickly it won't last long enough and they won't see profits come from it as they could. Every five to six years is good for one style seven at the max with minor refreshening in between. Look at the chevy lumina 1995-2001 chevy impala 2000-2005 and now 2006-2009 or 10 for the ... Read More
Re: Paint problems on 2007 Impala Laser Blue Metallic [quietpro]
Written by: bugley1 on Jul 22, 2007 2:29:33 PM
I have a 2006 Black and i had paint problems you could see through the paint to the primer on many spots they have since sent the car to get painted in those spots and it is better than it was but still not what you would expect on a new car. I got my car from Power Chevrolet (what a mistake) everything they fixed they caused a new issue painted ... Read More
jnt It is ironic that you state that the 2002 Impala radio can be changed without a problem and the 2006 radio needs the VIN to match among other things that would prohibit someone from doing this. I have a 2002 Impala and that radio is outstanding, I would not even think of changing it. My 2006 Impala radio in my 3LT or LT3 however you want to say it, sucks. ... Read More
By the same token, a local Chevy dealer here (Arkansas) has an ad in the newspaper today selling a 2007 Impala that lists for $21,710 for $16,124 (or $15,624 if you're active military). Deal includes $1,500 factory rebate, $1,000 "bonus cash" and $3,086 dealer discount. Even though that'd be a base model, I think I'd rather spring for the new 2007 model (w/better warranty and better chance of having 1st year ... Read More
Re: Unsure on Impala [poncho167]
Written by: charts2 on May 25, 2007 7:05:07 AM
The 2006 Impala was a big improvement over the previous 00-05 models. Chevrolet has come a long way in reliability in the past few years, and service department personnel dealing with customer complaints are improving. but the competition isn't sitting still either. Improvements have to be made on a continual basis. The 5 year powertrain warranty now in effect is an improvement, but the basic car warranty is still 3 years ... Read More
Re: Recent Service for 2006 Impala 3LT [wbowl99]
Written by: quietpro on May 11, 2007 5:27:04 PM
Wanda, I don't think anyone is knockin' you for sharing your troubles. The point was being made that some folks come on here and like to bash Chevys for being Chevys. The politically-correct belief these days is that Toyotas and anything else branded in Asia is superior regardless of how well the product actually performs. I like that the poster above shared his Lexus IS350 story with us. No brand is ... Read More
I recently bought a red/maroon 2006 Impala LTZ. I bought it used from a chevy dealership. I didn't notice any chips when I bought the car, but a few days later I noticed many (approx 40-50) small chips on the front plastic bumper and hood. I wondered how they covered that up where I couln't tell? Anyways, I just want to say there is someone else out here who has that ... Read More
My car is a 2006 Impala SS which I have had now for 11 months. In that space of time I have had exactly zero problems with the car. There was a power steering hose assembly recall that was covered under warranty without incident. The car is quiet, powerful, smooth riding, has a beautifully tasteful minimalist interior with an acoustically excellent BOSE sound system with XM radio and superior ergonomics and ... Read More
Recent Service for 2006 Impala 3LT
Written by: nomoreford2 on May 2, 2007 12:08:42 PM
I took my car in for Snapping/popping coming form dashboard plastics, Ticking sound coming form the engine/transmission area , and TPM and remote start issues, which they took care of, but some main issue they they didnt fix and considered normal or could replicte. Couldnt replicate: Intermitt. problems with power steering being very heavy at times when parking A random chime will go off when the radio is on sometimes, can ... Read More
Re: No Supersports.... [nosirrahg]
Written by: charts2 on Apr 10, 2007 5:56:58 PM
I hope you are wrong. This isn't GMs fault. For the past couple years GM has actually been building cars that people want 2006 Impala SS, Solstice, etc. and with new exciting products in the pipeline better times were coming. Lutz said today doing the math not meeting the future CAFE/EMISSION standards large cars can be levied up to a $5,000 surtax each. Don't be surprised if the Camaro isn't axed ... Read More
Re: 409/409 vs 2006 5.3.. [colchester47]
Written by: charts2 on Apr 10, 2007 1:40:14 PM
I have seen tests from 62 with a 62 SS 409 with 4.56 gears running 14.02. Thats with skinny 14" wheels and nylon tires. Restrictive mufflers back then were terrible. A few tweaks could make these cars run in the 12s. 409s though was not a reliable engines. Most guys blew them up within a year. The things that held these cars back as compared to a 2006 Impala SS were ... Read More
Re: No Supersports.... [colchester47]
Written by: charts2 on Apr 10, 2007 10:05:58 AM
According to GM, Chevrolet sold 289,868 Impalas for 2006. There is another site that says 290,432. A few months back I was on a GM website and Ed Peper Chevrolets general manager said 2006 Impala SS sales were 18% of the total impala sales for the calendar year 2006. Higher then expected. 2005 Impala SS sold about 10% of total Impala sales. Autotrader has several used LOADED 2006 Impala SS cars ... Read More
Re: EQ Settings Missing ON Chevy Impala Audio Systems [mymitties]
Written by: pbaranello on Apr 6, 2007 2:38:49 PM
Frank, I know how you feel I enjoy my 2006 LT3 a great deal also, except for the gas mileage with the 3.9 liter engine and the power output of the standard radio. I also own a 2002 Impala that does have the premium sound system and it will blow you out of the car if you crank it up. It is a long story on how I ended up with ... Read More
with a 2006 Impala 2LT ex-Hertz (Hawaii!) rental car. White/neutral leather, sunroof, 10,000 miles, looks virtually like new inside and out. Paid $15,500 and her 138,000 mile Olds Intrigue trade-in. I was very impressed with the power and smoothness of the pushrod 3.9; Chevy has taken the old "cam in block" about as fer as it can go. Averaging 26.3 mpg through the first three tanks of gas. Already made a ... Read More
Hi Ron, My understanding is that the current TSB covers all 2006 and 2007 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo models....see copy of TSB in posting # 47 of this discussion title..... Well, I don't think they are all exempt from this... Some of the guys around here are having the same 'ole problems with some of their '07's. Let me know your experience when you find out. Frank ;)
Hey cnw...count me in too..I'm not too far off you guys and I'm sure there are more than four of us out here........ I too have a gorgeous '06 black on black 2LT with some very nice SS upgrades and Mods . You have heard me say it here before... I LOVE MY CHEVY !!! Hey, count me in for owning and running my share of some of those potent muscle ... Read More
Re: Blue Jays or mustangs? [mymitties]
Written by: colchester47 on Mar 7, 2007 9:50:53 AM
Well!!!!.....Welcome back, Frank!!.....Good to hear from ya and glad to hear your problem has been fixed!!!.....Stay in touch here......I'll tell ya...I get scared here often. So far I've had no problems with my car, except for that onstar red lite,but every day I say when is it my turn to have a problem?...So far no cracking around the windshield, no key fob probs, no paint chips, etc.etc......hey, funny thing , if ... Read More
Re: 2006 Impala LTZ [quietpro]
Written by: topcop1 on Mar 2, 2007 8:07:49 AM
Ron, I kept the original upper grille, just in case. The lower grille,and the fog light pieces are still in place. We haven't used V-8 Cheveys since the late 70's. We were an exclusive Plymouth Grand Fury agency. We got back to Chevy in the 90's with the "Bathtub" Caprice in 1990, when Plymouth killed the Fury. We had them for a year, then went to Ford's Crown Vic. A buddy ... Read More
Re: Looking for a new one [quietpro]
Written by: charts2 on Feb 19, 2007 2:12:21 PM
Seems like you have had this problem with the suspension for a long time with your 2006 Impala SS. Your post #1637, nine months ago (May 2006) you indicated the suspension/struts were starting to give too soft a ride then at 4,500 miles. Its obvious you have a concern but GM doesn't seem to be interested. Maybe take out a 2007 SS and compare the two. Take a chevy service advisor ... Read More
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