Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, and owners seeking detailed vehicle maintenance and repair information.
Advantage:
Officially licensed, factory-derived OE information provides accuracy and completeness often lacking in aftermarket manuals.
Access Method:
Instant online access via web browser, compatible with PC, laptop, smartphone, and tablet.
Licensing:
Officially licensed, derived from OE (Original Equipment) materials for maximum authenticity.
Subscription Model:
One-year access included, with discounts for extended access.
Engine:
Yes, including diagnosis, removal, installation, and overhaul.
Transmission:
Yes, including diagnosis, removal, installation, and overhaul (likely for automatic transmissions).
Brakes:
Yes, including hydraulic systems, ABS (if equipped), pads, rotors, and lines.
Suspension:
Yes, including struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, and alignment.
Steering:
Yes, including power steering system, steering column, and linkages.
Electrical System:
Yes, including wiring diagrams, component testing, charging system, and starting system.
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning:
Yes, including diagnosis and repair of HVAC components and refrigerant systems.
Body And Frame:
Yes, including exterior and interior trim, doors, windows, and basic structural information.
Interior Systems:
Yes, including seating, upholstery, and dashboard components.
Maintenance:
Yes, including scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, and tune-ups.
Troubleshooting:
Yes, with diagnostic charts and procedures for common issues.
Repair:
Yes, detailed step-by-step repair procedures for all major components.
Diagnostics:
Yes, including specific diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and testing procedures.
Wiring Diagrams:
Yes, comprehensive electrical schematics are a standard feature of factory service manuals.
Depth:
Comprehensive factory-level detail, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers.
Transmission Type Standard:
4-speed 4T60-E Automatic
Transmission Type Optional:
N/A for 1995 Impala models in this generation.
Electronic Control:
Yes, the 4T60-E features electronic control for gear shifts and performance.
NHTSA Frontal Driver Rating:
Not explicitly available for this specific year/model from primary sources, but typical for the era. Manual will contain relevant impact information.
ABS:
Optional (Anti-lock Braking System)
Airbags:
Driver-side airbag standard.
Seatbelts:
Front and rear seatbelts with pretensioners.
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette player, optional CD player, and premium sound systems. Manual covers audio component removal and installation.
Cruise Control:
Standard or optional depending on trim level. Covered in the manual.
Onstar:
N/A for 1995 models; OnStar was introduced later.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000-7,500 miles or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type used. Manual will provide specific recommendations.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 30,000-60,000 miles for automatic transmissions. Manual specifies exact interval and procedure.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Varies by plug type; often around 100,000 miles for platinum or iridium plugs. Manual will detail recommended intervals.
Engine Oil Type:
GM specified viscosity grade (e.g., 5W-30 or 10W-30) and API service category. Manual will list exact specification.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Dexron-III (or equivalent) ATF. Manual will confirm exact specification and capacity.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant (typically green). Manual will specify correct type and mixture ratio.
Common Issues:
Potential issues can include intake manifold gasket leaks (3800 V6), transmission solenoid issues, power steering leaks, and window regulator failures. Manual provides diagnostic steps.
Chevrolet History:
Chevrolet, founded in 1911, is known for its broad range of vehicles, from compact cars to heavy-duty trucks.
Impala Evolution:
The Impala nameplate has a storied history within Chevrolet, evolving from a full-size luxury coupe in the late 1950s to its 1990s iterations as a large front-wheel-drive sedan.
Manufacturing Location:
GM Assembly Plants (USA)
Production Years Ninth Gen:
1994-1996
