lock PONTIAC G6 2006 Owner's Manual

One key is used for the
ignition and all locks.
When a new vehicle is delivered to the dealer, the key
has a key tag. This tag has a bar-coded key code
that tells your dealer how to make extra keys. This tag
may be removed and kept by your dealer. If it hasn’t
been removed, keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose
your key, your dealer can easily make another one
by using the key code. SeeRoadside Assistance
Program on page 7-6for more information.
Notice:If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle,
you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Be sure you have spare keys.Remote Keyless Entry System
If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a
radio frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
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At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is
normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the
transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer
to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during
rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may
be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the
left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and
try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See “Battery Replacement” under
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on
page 2-5.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualied technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation
The vehicle’s doors may be locked and unlocked, and
the trunk can be opened from approximately 3 feet (1 m)
up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the remote keyless
entry transmitter. If your vehicle has the remote vehicle
start feature, you can also start the vehicle’s engine
with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Remote Keyless Entry
with Remote Start
Remote Keyless Entry
without Remote Start
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The following functions may be available if your vehicle
has the remote keyless entry system.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):If your vehicle has this
feature, the engine may be started from outside
the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
See “Remote Vehicle Start” later in this section for more
detailed information.
Q(Lock):Press the lock button to lock all the doors.
The interior lamps will turn off after all of the doors
are closed. If enabled through the Driver Information
Center (DIC), the remote lock feedback can be
programmed to have the horn chirp and/or the turn
signals ash when the remote keyless entry transmitter
is used to lock the vehicle’s doors. See “LOCK
HORN” and “LIGHT FLASH” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 3-52for more information.
Pressing the lock button may also arm the content
theft-deterrent system. SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on
page 2-19.
K(Unlock):Press the unlock button to unlock the
driver’s door. If the button is pressed again within
ve seconds, all remaining doors will unlock. The interior
lamps will turn on and stay on for 20 seconds or until
the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the
remote unlock feedback can be programmed to have
the horn chirp and/or the turn signals ash whenthe remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock
the vehicle’s doors. See “UNLOCK HORN” and “LIGHT
FLASH” underDIC Vehicle Personalization on
page 3-52for more information.
If enabled through the DIC, and it is dark enough outside,
the vehicle’s high-beam headlamps, parking lamps, and
back-up lamps will turn on each time the unlock button on
the transmitter is pressed. These exterior lamps will stay
on for 20 seconds, or until a door is opened. See “EXT
(Exterior) LIGHTS” underDIC Vehicle Personalization on
page 3-52for additional information.
Pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter will disarm the content theft-deterrent system.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on page 2-19.
V(Remote Trunk Release):The trunk will open
when this button on the transmitter is pressed and held
for approximately one second. You can open the
trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle speed is
less than 2 mph (3 km/h) or when the ignition is off.
L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):This button may
be used to locate your vehicle. Press and release
this button to initiate vehicle locate. The horn will sound
three times and the headlamps and turn signals will
ash three times. Press and hold the button for
approximately three seconds to initiate the panic alarm.
The horn will sound and the headlamps and turn
signals will ash for 30 seconds. Press the button again
to cancel the panic alarm.
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Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring
any remaining transmitters with you when you go to
your dealer. Each vehicle can have a maximum of
four transmitters matched to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about four years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not
work at the normal range in any location. If you have
to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it is probably time to change the battery.
The KEY FOB BATT LOW message in the vehicle’s
DIC will display if the remote keyless entry transmitter
battery is low.
Notice:When replacing the battery, use care not to
touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage the
transmitter.To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry
transmitter do the following:
1. Insert a at object, with a thin edge, into the notch
located below the vehicle locator/panic alarm
button, and separate the bottom half from the top
half of the transmitter.
2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new
one. Make sure the positive (+) side of the battery
faces up. Use one three-volt, CR2032, or
equivalent, type battery.
3. Put the two halves back together. Make sure the
cover is on tight, so water will not get inside the
transmitter.
4. Test the operation of the transmitter with the
vehicle.
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Remote Vehicle Start
Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature.
This feature allows you to start the engine from outside
the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s heating or
air conditioning systems and rear window defogger.
When the remote start system is active and the
vehicle has an automatic climate control system, it will
automatically regulate the inside temperature. Normal
operation of the system will return after the ignition key
is turned to ON.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use of
remote starters. For example, some laws may require a
person using remote start to have the vehicle in view
when doing so. Check local regulations for any
requirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low
on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
The remote start feature provides two separate
starts per ignition cycle, each with 10 minutes of
engine running.
The remote start feature needs to be reset after your
vehicle’s engine is started two times using the
transmitter’s remote start button. The remote start
system is reset by inserting the vehicle’s key into the
ignition switch and turning to ON. SeeIgnition Positions
on page 2-23for information regarding the ignition
positions on your vehicle.Your remote keyless entry transmitter, with the remote
start button, provides an increased range of operation.
You can start your vehicle’s engine from approximately
197 feet (60 m) away. However, the range may be
less while the vehicle is running, and as a result you
may need to be closer to your vehicle to turn it off than
you were to turn it on.
There are other conditions which can affect the
performance of the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry System on page 2-4for additional information.
/(Remote Start):If your vehicle has the remote start
feature, the keyless entry transmitter will have a
button with this symbol on it.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature, do
the following:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button,
then immediately press and hold the transmitter’s
remote start button until the vehicle’s turn signal
lamps ash.
3. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn
on and remain on while the engine is running.
The engine will shut off automatically after
10 minutes, unless a time extension has been done
or the vehicle’s key is inserted into the ignition
switch and turned to ON.
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Remote Start Ready
(Automatic Transmission Only)
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start
feature, it may have the remote start ready feature. This
feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer’s
remote vehicle start feature.
If the keyless entry transmitter has a plus (+) symbol
on the back cover, your vehicle has the remote
start ready feature. You can lock or unlock your vehicle
from approximately 197 feet (60 m) away.
See your dealer if you would like to add the
manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature to
your vehicle.
Doors and Locks
Door Locks
{CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers — especially children — can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the
handle will not open it. You increase the
chance of being thrown out of the vehicle
in a crash if the doors are not locked. So,
wear safety belts properly and lock the
doors whenever you drive.
Young children who get into unlocked
vehicles may be unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by extreme heat and can
suffer permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle
whenever you leave it.
Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down or
stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can
help prevent this from happening.
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There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.
From the outside, use your key or remote keyless
entry transmitter, if equipped. Turn the key
counterclockwise to unlock the door. Turn the key
clockwise to lock the door.
From the inside, use the manual lock knobs or the
power lock switches.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock
switches are located on
the driver’s and front
passenger’s door.Press the top of the switch to unlock all doors.
Press the bottom of the switch to lock all doors.
The rear doors do not have power door lock switches.
Rear seat passengers must use the manual lock
knob on their doors.
Door Ajar Reminder
If one of the doors is not fully closed while the ignition is
on and the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) the following will occur:
A chime will sound.
The DOOR AJAR message will display through the
Driver Information Center (DIC) until the door is
closed. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 3-48.
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Delayed Locking
This feature allows the driver to delay the locking of the
vehicle. It will not operate with the key in the ignition.
SeeLockout Protection on page 2-13.
Press the driver’s power door lock switch or the remote
keyless entry transmitter lock button once. With the
key removed from the ignition and the driver’s
door open, the following will occur:
Three chimes will sound to signal the delay.
All doors will lock and the turn signals will ash
once ve seconds after the last door has been
closed.
The horn will chirp if the horn chirp feature is
enabled. SeeDIC Operation and Displays on
page 3-46.
If a door is opened before the ve seconds has elapsed,
the doors will not lock until ve seconds after all
doors are closed.
If the power door lock switch or the transmitter lock
button is pressed twice when leaving the vehicle, the
doors will lock immediately.If the power door unlock switch or the transmitter unlock
button is pressed, the doors will unlock immediately
and not lock automatically after the doors are closed.
This feature is turned on at the factory but may be
turned off through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Automatic Door Lock
Your vehicle is programmed at the factory to lock all
doors automatically when the following are met:
All doors are closed.
The ignition is on.
The shift lever is moved out of PARK (P) for
vehicles with an automatic transaxle.
The vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h)
for vehicles with a manual transaxle.
This feature cannot be disabled.
If someone needs to exit the vehicle once the doors are
locked, have that person use the manual lock knob
or power door unlock switch.
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Programmable Automatic
Door Unlock
If you have a vehicle with a manual transaxle, the
doors will automatically unlock when the ignition is
turned off. The automatic unlock feature cannot
be programmed.
If you have a vehicle with an automatic transaxle,
it was programmed at the factory to unlock when the
shift lever is moved to PARK (P). You can change
when the automatic unlocking occurs through the
Driver Information Center (DIC). SeeDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 3-52.
Lockout Protection
This feature prevents the driver’s door from being
locked using the power door locks, if the key is left in
the ignition and a door is open.
Pressing the power door lock switch will lock all the
doors and then unlock the driver’s door.
Pressing and holding the power door lock switch for
more than three seconds will override this feature.
If you remove the key from the ignition, or if you use
the manual door lock or the remote keyless entry
transmitter, you could still lock your key inside your
vehicle. Always remember to take your key with you.
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Window Indexing (Coupe and
Retractable Hardtop)
This feature automatically lowers the window a small
amount when the door is opened. Then, when the door
is closed, the window will automatically raise fully.
Power Window Initialize (Coupe
and Retractable Hardtop)
After a power reconnect, such as battery replacement,
the indexing feature will not function until the system
is initialized. This procedure needs to be done for each
individual window. Once power is restored, do the
following:
1. Close the door.
2. Raise the window by pulling the power window
switch up.
3. Hold the window switch up for two seconds after
the window is closed. Release the switch. Then
hold the switch up again for two seconds.
4. Lower the window all the way down. Hold the
switch down for two seconds.
5. Repeat the procedure for each window, including
the rear quarter windows on convertible models,
until all windows are initialized.
Express-Down Window
The express-down feature lowers the window all the
way without continuously pressing the switch. The
switch(es) is labeled AUTO.
On sedan and retractable hardtop models, the driver’s
window has the express-down feature. On coupe
models, both the driver’s and front passenger’s window
have the express-down feature. The front passenger’s
express-down is activated by the driver’s side switch
only. Press the front of the switch all the way down and
release it to express open the window.
To stop the window while it is lowering, pull the front of
the switch up briey.
Window Lockout (Sedan Only)
o
(Window Lockout):This button prevents the rear
passengers from using their window switches.
The window lockout button is located near the driver’s
power window switches. The driver can still operate
all the windows and the front passenger can operate
their own window with the lockout on. Press the
right side of the switch to turn the lockout feature on.
Press the left side to turn it off. The red part of the switch
is visible when you have returned to normal window
operation.
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