headlamp PONTIAC G6 2007 Owner's Manual

You will need a well-charged battery to restart the
vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with
your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while.
Then, shut the engine off and close the window
almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start
the engine again and repeat this only when you
feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as
little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as
you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of
the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises
every half hour or so until help comes.
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,
Mud, Ice, or Snow
In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you
will need to spin the wheels, but you do not
want to spin your wheels too fast. The method
known as rocking can help you get out when you
are stuck, but you must use caution.
If your vehicle has a traction system, the traction
system can often help to free a stuck vehicle.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 262,
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 263,
orStabiliTrak
®System on page 265.Ifthestuck condition is too severe for the traction
system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system
off and use the rocking method.
{CAUTION:
If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high
speed, they can explode, and you or others
could be injured. And, the transaxle or
other parts of the vehicle can overheat.
That could cause an engine compartment
re or other damage. When you are stuck,
spin the wheels as little as possible. Do not
spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as
shown on the speedometer.
Notice:Spinning the wheels can destroy parts
of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you
spin the wheels too fast while shifting
the transaxle back and forth, you can destroy
the transaxle. SeeRocking Your Vehicle to
Get It Out on page 288.
For information about using tire chains on your
vehicle, seeTire Chains on page 389.
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Service........................................................ 308
Accessories and Modications................... 308
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 309
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 309
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.......................................... 310
Fuel............................................................. 310
Gasoline Octane........................................ 310
Gasoline Specications.............................. 310
California Fuel........................................... 311
Additives................................................... 311
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 312
Filling the Tank......................................... 313
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 315
Checking Things Under
the Hood.................................................. 316
Hood Release........................................... 317
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 318
Engine Oil................................................. 325
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 328
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 330
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(2.4L L4 and 3.5L V6 Engines).............. 332Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(3.6L Engine)......................................... 332
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(3.9L V6 Engine).................................... 335
Manual Transaxle Fluid............................. 338
Hydraulic Clutch........................................ 338
Engine Coolant.......................................... 339
Pressure Cap............................................ 342
Engine Overheating................................... 342
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode..................................... 344
Cooling System......................................... 345
Power Steering Fluid ................................. 349
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 350
Brakes...................................................... 352
Battery...................................................... 355
Jump Starting............................................ 356
Bulb Replacement....................................... 361
Halogen Bulbs........................................... 361
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps............. 362
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Sedan)................... 363
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
305

Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
A. Front Sidemarker
B. Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp
C. Low-Beam Headlamp
D. High-Beam HeadlampTo replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Remove the two screws that secure the
headlamp assembly.
2. Loosen the front fascia by removing the
plastic push pins along the top of the tie bar
by prying under the fasteners with a tool.
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3. Pull back the front fascia then pull the
headlamp assembly forward, out of the
vehicle. You need to pry the headlamp
assembly away from the fender. This frees
the ball stud from its retainer in the fender
bracket.
You might want someone to assist you with
the removal of the headlamp assembly to avoid
possible damage to the vehicle.
4. Remove the bulb access cover by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
pull out the bulb assembly.
6. Disconnect the bulb socket from the wiring
harness for headlamps.
For the front turn signal/parking or sidemarker
bulbs, unclip the bulb from the socket.
7. Install a new bulb.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the
bulb assembly and headlamp assembly.Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Sedan)
To replace a center high-mounted stoplamp
(CHMSL) bulb, do the following:
1. Open the trunk lid. SeeTrunk on page 113for
more information.
2. Locate the center high-mounted stoplamp
(CHMSL) on the inside of the trunk lid.
3. Unclip the wiring harness by using a tool to
disengage the connector.
4. Remove the cover by pressing the tabs at
either end with a tool.
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Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
License Plate Lamp 168
Headlamps
High-Beam H9
Low-Beam H11
Stoplamp, Taillamp and
Turn Signal Lamp3057K*
Sidemarker, Stoplamp, Taillamp
and Turn Signal Lamp3157K**
*Coupe and Sedan only
**Retractable Hardtop only
***Sedan Only
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer.
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for
wear or cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 431for more information on wiper blade
inspection.
Replacement blades come in different types and
are removed in different ways. Here’s how to
remove the wiper blade:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away
from the windshield.
2. Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of
the blade, and rotate the blade assembly
away from the arm connector.
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Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly
rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts
should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace
it (except some aluminum wheels, which can
sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same
load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and
be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel
bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new
GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be
sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for your vehicle.{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle
can be dangerous. It could affect the
braking and handling of your vehicle,
make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision
in which you or others could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance,
and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and
chassis.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 390for more
information.
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Fuses Usage
7 Left Headlamp Low Beam
8 Horn
9 Right Headlamp Low Beam
10 Front Fog Lamps
11 Left Headlamp High Beam
12 Right Headlamp High Beam
13Engine Control Module (BATT)
(LE5, LY7)
14 Windshield Wiper
15 Anti-lock Brake System (IGN 1)
16Engine Control Module (IGN 1)
(LE5, LY7)
17 Cooling Fan 1
18 Cooling Fan 2
19Run Relay, Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Blower
20 Body Control Module 1
21 Body Control Module Run/Crank
22 Rear Electrical Center 1Fuses Usage
23 Rear Electrical Center 2
24 Anti-lock Brake System
25 Body Control Module 2
26 Starter
41 Electric Power Steering
42 Transaxle Control Module Battery
43Ignition Module (LE5, LZ4, LZ9),
Odd Cylinder Injectors/Ignition
Coils (LY7)
44Injectors (LE5, LZ4, LZ9),
Even Cylinder Injectors/Ignition
Coils (LY7)
45 Rear Oxygen Sensors
46 Daytime Running Lamps
47 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
50Front Power Windows
Coupe/Retractable Hardtop
51Engine Control Module (BATT)
(LZ4, LZ9)
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 408
Weatherstrips........................................... 408
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 410
Audio System(s).......................................... 219
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 248
Backglass Antenna................................... 250
Care of Your CD Player........................... 250
Care of Your CDs.................................... 250
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 250
Radio with CD......................................... 221
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 231
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).................. 221
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).................. 220
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 248
Understanding Radio Reception............... 249
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System........ 251
Automatic Climate Control System............... 187
Automatic Door Lock................................... 110
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 177
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid...............................................332, 335
Operation................................................. 129B
Backglass Antenna...................................... 250
Battery........................................................ 355
Electric Power Management..................... 180
Run-Down Protection............................... 181
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 279
Bench Seat, Split (60/40).............................. 20
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 259
Emergencies............................................ 261
Parking.................................................... 135
System Warning Light.............................. 199
Brake Pedal, Throttle................................... 127
Brakes........................................................ 352
Braking....................................................... 258
Braking in Emergencies............................... 261
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 122
Bulb Replacement....................................... 361
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)......................363, 364
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 361
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps........... 362
License Plate Lamps................................ 368
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Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance........................... 412
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 408
Weatherstrips........................................... 408
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 410
Climate Control System............................... 182
Automatic................................................. 187
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 191
Clutch, Hydraulic......................................... 338
Collision Damage Repair............................. 462
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 42
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 403
Compass............................................143, 145
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 118
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 258
Convenience Net......................................... 150
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 203
Heater, Engine......................................... 128
Cooling System........................................... 345
Courtesy Lamps.......................................... 178
Cruise Control............................................. 171
Cruise Control Light.................................... 208
Cupholder(s)................................................ 150Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 459
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... 454
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 454
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 450
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program........ 455
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 467
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 467
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 466
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 456
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 468
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 176
Defensive Driving........................................ 254
Delayed Headlamps.................................... 176
Delayed Locking.......................................... 110
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 309
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G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 203
Fuel......................................................... 208
Speedometer........................................... 194
Tachometer.............................................. 194
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 310
Specications........................................... 310
Glove Box................................................... 150
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 455
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 166
Head Restraints............................................ 15
Headlamps.................................................. 174
Automatic Headlamp System.................... 177
Bulb Replacement.................................... 361
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 176
Delayed................................................... 176
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 169
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 361Headlamps (cont.)
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps........... 362
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 169
On Reminder........................................... 175
Headlamps Off in Park (P).......................... 175
Heated Seats................................................ 11
Heater................................................182, 187
Highbeam On Light..................................... 208
High-Speed Operation, Tires........................ 381
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 280
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 280
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 316
Release................................................... 317
Horn............................................................ 167
How to Use This Manual ................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 27
Hydraulic Clutch.......................................... 338
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Ignition Positions......................................... 122
Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 49
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 379
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