The 2000 and up Impala's have a feature called RAP or Retained Accessory Power. This allows you to operate your radio and windows without the key or car being on for 10 min after you shut off the engine opening the doors will shut off the RAP and you will need to turn on the car again to roll up windows and such. I don't know what the cause of it is but we had that happen one day about 3 months ago. Prior to it not shutting off we got "garbled" reception from the radio..then when we parked the vehicle and started to exit the radio didn't shut off. We found the fuse (in the fuse box on the passenger side) and pulled the fuse and put it back in. We havn't had a problem since. Doesn't help you with the "why" questions but may help others from a dead battery. Karen
your steering wheel radio controls are bad disconnect and your radio will come on.
you have a poor antenna connection,likely where the boot meets the glass in the windsheild- replace the boot connector as this is common
microwaves :)
Almost. They are shorter than radio waves, and they are the next order up from radio waves, but they have different properties in terms of interaction with materials. So right idea, wrong classification. See the Related Links.
The bulbs and or sockets are dirty/corroded and need either cleaned or replaced. The corrosion causes the light to not have a good ground contact, therefore the circuit's power is finding it's way through other systems.
I had the same thing happen to me and my 96' suburban. It turned out to be that the battery was shot and wouldn't hold enough of a charge to turn over the engine. Might be the same thing with you.
It could be a number of things, you need to have the computer scanned to find out what is wrong.
The RPM is not working on 2002 chevy impala LS. transmission and engine sounds good- no problem. what's wrong
my o6 chevy impala is lighting up on the dash that the engine is hot but the gauge is saying its cold what is wrong and how can i fix it?
means its time for a new trannsmission, and you probably put it in gear when moving .... i have an impala and if u take it out of gear when it is in motion say good bye to the tranny
I'm having the same trouble with the 2004 Impala.
You can find Impala parts at a local Chevy dealer, or you can also go to a local automotive supply store. You can also return the wrong parts you got for a replacement with the right parts.
Several things could cause the 2001 Impalas check engine light to stay on. Since so many things could be wrong, check the computer codes for any leads on possible problems.
Replace the paulse board that's attached to the wiper motor.
Changing the battery should have no bearing on the SRS light, and it may just be a coincidence. Regardless, do not attempt to repair the SRS. Working on this system can cause serious injury. Take it to a professional, as something is wrong with the system.
Blown fuse.
If you installed an aftermarket radio and had to change the wiring you have a wire in the wrong place.
# 1 check point..Your sending unit has worn out. No big deal...Easy to replace..