Representative photoWheel alignment for a 2004 Chevrolet Impala
Wheel alignment for the 2004 Chevrolet Impala: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 10.7 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Large Cars
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2004 Chevrolet Impala for wheel alignment
- Body: large cars (EPA size class).
2004 Chevrolet Impala: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.4 L | 3.8 L | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 18 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 27 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 510 L (18 cu ft) | 510 L (18 cu ft) | 510 L (18 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,275 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,566 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2004 Chevrolet Impala
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,073 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (693), exterior lighting (110) and service brakes (98). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V701000 | 2015-10-26 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and... |
| 15V201000 | 2015-04-06 | engine and engine cooling:engine | General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9, 2003, to June 1, 2003, 2004 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 8, 2003, to June 23, 2003, and 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles manufactured April... |
| 14V400000 | 2014-07-03 | electrical system:ignition | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014,... |
| 04V287000 | 2004-06-23 | service brakes, hydraulic | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH LOWER THAN SPECIFIED TORQUE ON BOTH FRONT BRAKE CALIPER TO STEERING KNUCKLE ATTACHMENT BOLTS. WITH IMPROPER TORQUE, THE CLAMP LOAD AT THE JOINT MAY NOT BE ADEQUATE TO PREVENT MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE CALIPER BRACKET AND KNUCKLE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the Impala
CarmaCars does not do mechanical work, but for a wheel alignment on the 2004 Chevrolet Impala we arrange a trusted shop. An alignment keeps the car driving straight and the tires wearing evenly.
About your Impala
Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. Under the hood: the 3.4L 6-cylinder and front-wheel drive.
The steps
You agree everything with the shop before work begins. Tell us when suits you, and whether the car can be driven. The shop quotes the job; you approve it before any work.
A car while yours is in the shop
We bring the rental to you and collect it afterwards. Keep the rental as long as the repair takes. We hand every car over in person, at your address or at our location.
Car care, briefly
Keep the spare, the jack and the wheel lock key where you can find them. Switch to winter tires before the first snow, and back in spring. If the car pulls to one side, ask the shop to check the alignment and the tires.
Talking to the shop
Keep the invoice; it is part of the car's service history. Ask how the shop takes payment before you pick the car up. Ask whether the shop will check anything related while the car is there.
Next step
Describe the problem, and we arrange a trusted shop.
Request wheel alignment
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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