cooling PONTIAC G6 2010 Owner's Manual

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Once a Month

Tire inflation check. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-64.
•Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-73.
Once a Year

Starter switch check. SeeOwner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
•Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)
mechanism check. SeeOwner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
•Automatic transmission shiftlock control system
check. SeeOwner Checks and Services on
page 7-8.
•Ignition transmission lock check. SeeOwner Checks
and Services on page 7-8.
•Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure
check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser
outside cleaning. SeeCooling System on page 6-30.
•Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection
for loose or damaged components.
•Accelerator pedal check for damage, high effort, or
binding. Replace if needed.
•If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit,
check the sealant expiration date printed on the
instruction label of the kit. SeeTire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 6-82.
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First Engine Oil Change After Every
40 000 km/25,000 Miles

Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
80 000 km/50,000 Miles

Engine air cleaner filter replacement.
SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-26.
•Automatic transmission fluid change (severe
service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy
city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or mountainous
terrain, when frequently towing a trailer, or used for
taxi, police, or delivery service. SeeAutomatic
Transmission Fluid (2.4L L4, 3.5L V6 and
3.6L V6 Engines) on page 6-27orAutomatic
Transmission Fluid (3.9L V6 Engine) on page 6-28.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
160 000 km/100,000 Miles

Automatic transmission fluid change (normal
service). SeeAutomatic Transmission Fluid
(2.4L L4, 3.5L V6 and 3.6L V6 Engines) on
page 6-27orAutomatic Transmission Fluid
(3.9L V6 Engine) on page 6-28.
•Spark plug replacement.An Emission Control
Service.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
240 000 km/150,000 Miles

Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill,
cooling system and cap pressure check, and
cleaning of outside of radiator and air conditioning
condenser (or every 5 years, whichever occurs first).
SeeEngine Coolant on page 6-31.An Emission
Control Service.
•Engine accessory drive belt inspection for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious damage and
replacement, if needed.An Emission Control
Service.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system.••
Engine coolant level check.••
Windshield washer fluid level check.••
Tire inflation pressures check.••
Tire wear inspection.••
Rotate tires.••
Fluids visual leak check.••
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only).••
Brake system inspection.••
Steering and suspension inspection.•
Engine cooling system inspection.•
Windshield wiper blades inspection.•
Body components lubrication.•
Restraint system components check.•
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions).•
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Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance.............................6-113
Washing Your Vehicle.................................6-110
Weatherstrips............................................6-110
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................6-112
Clearing the System........................................4-81
Climate Control System...................................4-16
Outlet Adjustment........................................4-24
Climate Control Systems
Automatic...................................................4-20
Climate Controls.............................................1-13
Clock, Setting.................................................4-53
Cold Temperature Operation.............................6-23
Collision Damage Repair..................................8-11
Collision Parts................................................8-12
Compact Spare Tire......................................6-106
Compass.......................................................3-35
Compass Calibration.......................................3-35
Compass Operation.........................................3-35
Compass Variance..........................................3-35
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant............................6-82
Configurations for Use of Child Restraints
(Sedan Only)..............................................2-45
Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod
®.......4-67
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................3-16
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 5-3
Convenience Net............................................3-37Coolant
Engine.......................................................6-31
Engine Temperature Gage............................4-33
Engine Temperature Warning Light.................4-33
Cooling System..............................................6-30
Courtesy Lamps.............................................4-13
Courtesy Transportation Program......................8-10
Coverage........................................................ 8-8
Cruise Control.................................................. 4-7
Light..........................................................4-38
Cupholders....................................................3-37
Current and Past Model Order Forms................8-16
Customer Assistance......................................... 8-6
Offices......................................................... 8-6
Text Telephone (TTY) Users........................... 8-6
Customer Information
Service Publications Ordering Information........8-15
Customer Satisfaction Procedure........................ 8-2
D
Damage Repair, Collision.................................8-11
Data Recorders, Event....................................8-17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).........................4-11
Defensive Driving............................................. 5-2
Delayed Headlamps........................................4-11
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Electrical System (cont.)
Electronic Immobilizer
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................3-18
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................3-18
Electronic Stability Control................................. 5-5
Electronic Stability Control Indicator/Warning
OFF Light...................................................4-32
Emergency Trunk Release Handle.....................3-12
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
Programs...................................................4-36
Ending a Call.................................................4-79
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................6-26
Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp...........4-34
Compartment Overview................................6-16
Coolant......................................................6-31
Coolant Heater............................................3-23
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................4-33
Coolant Temperature Warning Light................4-33
Cooling System...........................................6-30
Drive Belt Routing.......................................7-12
Exhaust.....................................................3-32
Oil .............................................................6-21
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........6-37
Overheating................................................6-35
Starting......................................................3-21Engine (cont.)
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing..................5-33
Engine Identification......................................6-114
Engine Oil
Life System................................................6-24
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil Flushes...........6-24
Entering Personalization Menu..........................4-48
Entry/Exit Lighting...........................................4-13
Event Data Recorders.....................................8-17
Exiting Personalization Menu............................4-52
Express-Down Window....................................3-15
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................2-35
Exterior Mirrors...............................................1-10
F
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
and Industry and Science Canada.................6-67
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................6-26
Finding a Category (CAT) Station (XM Satellite
Radio Service Only).....................................4-58
Finding a Station............................................4-55
Finish Damage.............................................6-113
Fixed Mast Antenna........................................4-84
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 4-3
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