key PONTIAC G6 2006 Workshop Manual

On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever
in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch pedal down
halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle
should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed
down all the way to the oor. If the vehicle starts
when the clutch is not pushed all the way down,
contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control
System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 2-33.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON, but do
not start the engine. Without applying the regular
brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out
of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer
for service.
Ignition Automatic Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition to OFF in each shift lever position.
The ignition should turn to OFF only when the shift
lever is in PARK (P).
The key should come out only in OFF.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name, part
number, or specication may be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM Standard
GM6094M and displays the
American Petroleum Institute
Certied for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench
®
oil meets all the requirements for your
vehicle. To determine the proper
viscosity for your vehicle’s engine,
seeEngine Oil on page 5-17.
Engine
Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-27.
Hydraulic
Brake SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Hydraulic
Clutch SystemHydraulic Clutch Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345347, in
Canada 10953517) or equivalent
DOT-3 brake uid.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic
Power
Steering
System
(if equipped)GM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransaxleDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Manual
TransaxleManual Transmission Fluid
(Part No. 21018899).
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring Anchor,
and Release
PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and
Door HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 109435474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in
Canada 992887).
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Roadside Assistance Program
As the owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are
automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside
Assistance program. This value-added service is
intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive
in the city or travel the open road. Contact Pontiac’s
Roadside Assistance toll-free at 1-800-ROADSIDE
(762-3743). Roadside Assistance Representatives are
available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the
nearest service station.
Lock-out Service (identication required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will
be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain
entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement
key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest dealership
for warranty service or in the event of a
vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided
when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not
covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However,
when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number
of the vehicle.
Mileage, Vehicle Identication Number (VIN),
and delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.
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Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-15
Hydraulic Clutch.............................................5-26
I
Ignition Positions.............................................2-23
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-33
Ination -- Tire Pressure..................................5-64
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness..................................................3-17
Cluster.......................................................3-29
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-42
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Labelling, Tire Sidewall....................................5-59
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection.........................3-18
Courtesy....................................................3-17
Dome........................................................3-18
Fog ...........................................................3-17
Overhead Console Reading..........................3-18
Trunk.........................................................3-18
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-41
Lift Seat, Power............................................... 1-8
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-33
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-37
Brake System Warning.................................3-36
Charging System.........................................3-36
Cruise Control.............................................3-44
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Active Light.............................................3-39
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Warning Light..........................................3-38
Highbeam On.............................................3-44
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-45
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-40
Oil Pressure...............................................3-43
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-34
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder....................3-32
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Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview
with Compass..........................................2-41
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar
®
and Compass..........................................2-39
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-39
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®.............2-39
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-43
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-43
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-22
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-13
O
Odometer......................................................3-31
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-31
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-15
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-17
Pressure Light.............................................3-43
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............................5-20
Older Children, Restraints................................1-30
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-44
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-28
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-43
Power Mirrors.............................................2-43
Overhead Console Reading Lamps....................3-18
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode..........................................5-32
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-8
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-34
Shifting Out of............................................2-36
Park (P) Headlamps Off in Park (P)..................3-14
Parking
Brake........................................................2-33
Over Things That Burn.................................2-37
Parking Your Vehicle.......................................2-36
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.....................3-34
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-65
Passing.........................................................4-16
PASS-Key
®III+..............................................2-20
PASS-Key®III+ Operation................................2-21
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Power
Accessory Outlet(s)......................................3-19
Door Locks.................................................2-11
Electrical System.........................................5-97
Lift Seat....................................................... 1-8
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-24
Seat............................................................ 1-3
Steering Fluid.............................................5-37
Windows....................................................2-17
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-29
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock...............2-13
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-14
R
Radios..........................................................3-54
Care of Your CD and DVD Player..................3-88
Care of Your CDs and DVDs........................3-88
Radio with CD....................................3-56, 3-61
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-71
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-55
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-55
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-86Radios (cont.)
Understanding Reception..............................3-87
Raising the Retractable Hardtop........................2-51
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-27
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-23
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with Compass.............................................2-41
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®and Compass.................................2-39
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...........................2-39
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-39
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-38
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-5
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-78
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-76
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-55
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-11
General Motors...........................................7-11
United States Government............................7-10
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-71
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-72
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-24
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Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-36
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-22
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Spare Tire
Compact....................................................5-86
Installing....................................................5-78
Removing...................................................5-76
Storing.......................................................5-83
Specications, Capacities...............................5-105
Speedometer..................................................3-31
Split Bench Seat (60/40).................................... 1-9
StabiliTrak
®System.........................................4-12
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light................................3-39
StabiliTrak®Not Ready Light.............................3-39
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-24
Steering........................................................4-13
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.................3-86, 3-87
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-45
Convenience Net.........................................2-46
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-45
Glove Box..................................................2-45
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-32
Sun Visors.....................................................2-19
Sunroof.........................................................2-46
Sunroof - Panoramic.......................................2-47
T
Tachometer....................................................3-31
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps.......................5-52, 5-53, 5-54
TCS Active Light.............................................3-38
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-38
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-86
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-19
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-19
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-20
PASS-Key®III+ Operation.............................2-21
Throttle, Adjustable..........................................2-26
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Tires.............................................................5-57
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-93
Buying New Tires........................................5-68
Chains.......................................................5-73
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-74
Cleaning....................................................5-93
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-86
Different Size..............................................5-69
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-74
Ination -- Tire Pressure...............................5-64
Inspection and Rotation................................5-66
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-78
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