Retractable PONTIAC G6 2007 User Guide

Mirrors......................................................... 142
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 142
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®....... 142
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®and Compass........................... 143
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass............................................... 145
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 147
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 147
OnStar
®System.......................................... 148Storage Areas............................................. 150
Glove Box................................................. 150
Cupholder(s).............................................. 150
Center Console Storage Area.................... 150
Convenience Net....................................... 150
Sunroof....................................................... 150
Sunroof - Panoramic................................. 151
Retractable Hardtop.................................... 153
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop.............. 154
Raising the Retractable Hardtop................ 157
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Trunk
To open the trunk from the outside, press and hold
the trunk release button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter. You can also use the key
in the trunk lock, except on retractable hardtop
models.
Use the pull cup to aid in closing the trunk.
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk
lid open because carbon monoxide (CO)
gas can come into your vehicle. You
cannot see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
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CAUTION: (Continued)
If you must drive with the trunk lid open
or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the trunk lid:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed and select
the control setting that will force
outside air into your vehicle.
See Climate Control System.
If you have air outlets on or under
the instrument panel, open them
all the way.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 140.
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Power Windows
The power window switches for all the windows
are located on the driver’s door armrest. Each
passenger door also has a power window switch for
its own window. Press the front of the switch to the
rst position to lower the window to the desired
level. Pull the switch up to raise the window.
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.
Sedan SwitchesCoupe Switches
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5. Repeat the procedure for each window,
including the rear quarter windows on
retractable hardtop 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)
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(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.
Sun Visors
Swing down the visors to block glare. The visors
can be removed from the center mount and swung
to the side. The visors also have extenders that
can be pulled out for additional blockage.
Your vehicle may have lighted vanity mirrors on
the driver’s and passenger’s visors. When
you lift the cover, the light will turn on.
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Sunshade
The automatic sunshade
control is located on the
headliner, between
the map lamp controls.
The sunshade can be independently opened or
closed while the panoramic sunroof is closed.
To express-open or express-close the sunshade,
press and release the control rearward or forward.
The sunshade will retract to the full-open or closed
position. To stop the movement of the sunshade,
press the control a second time. To close the
sunshade to a particular position, continue to press
the control and release it when the desired position
is reached.
Neither the panoramic sunroof nor the sunshade
can be opened or closed if the vehicle has an
electrical failure.
Retractable Hardtop
The following procedures explain the proper
operation of the retractable hardtop. The retractable
hardtop will not operate if the trunk cargo cover is
not in place.
If the retractable hardtop is lowered or raised
multiple times, the engine should be running while
doing so to prevent drain on the vehicle’s battery.
{CAUTION:
When the retractable hardtop is opened or
closed, people can be injured by the parts
that move: the hardtop and its mechanism,
the trunk lid, and the side windows. Keep
people away from these parts when you are
lowering or raising the top.
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Lowering the Retractable Hardtop
Notice:Leaving the retractable hardtop down
and exposing the interior of your vehicle to
outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always
close the retractable hardtop if leaving your
vehicle outdoors.
Notice:Lowering the top if it is damp, wet, or
dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage
to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the
top before lowering it.
Notice:If you lower the retractable hardtop in
cold weather (0°F/−18°C or lower), you may
damage top components. Do not lower
the retractable hardtop in cold weather.
1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking
brake. Shift the automatic transaxle into
PARK (P). The vehicle must be in PARK (P),
and the engine must be running, or the ignition
turned to the ON position, to operate the
retractable hardtop.2. The trunk cargo cover must be fully closed,
and the trunk must be closed before lowering
the hardtop.
3. Make sure that nothing or no one is on or
around the hardtop. Make sure there is
nothing on top or in front of the cargo cover.
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{CAUTION:
When the retractable hardtop is opened or
closed, people can be injured by the parts
that move: the hardtop and its mechanism,
the trunk lid, and the side windows. Keep
people away from these parts when you are
lowering or raising the top.
{CAUTION:
If the retractable hardtop is not completely
opened or closed, the system will cause
the retractable hardtop to slowly descend
after 3 minutes. You or others could be
injured. The retractable hardtop will
descend immediately if the ignition is
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
turned to OFF during the opening or
closing of the retractable hardtop. Always
completely open or close the retractable
hardtop and do not shut off the ignition
during the opening or closing of the
retractable hardtop.
4. The hardtop switch
is located on the
headliner between
the front reading
lamps.
Press and hold the switch rearward to lower the
hardtop. The switch must be pressed until the cycle
is complete.
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The hardtop will not operate if the vehicle has an
electrical failure. If an electrical failure occurs,
see your dealer for service.
If your vehicle has an electrical failure while
operating the hardtop, and must be towed to a
dealer for service, your vehicle should be towed
by atbed with the vehicle facing backwards.
Consult your dealer or professional towing service
if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 456.Raising the Retractable Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking
brake. Shift the automatic transaxle into
PARK (P). The vehicle must be in PARK (P),
and the engine must be running, or the ignition
turned to the ON position, to operate the
retractable hardtop.
2. The trunk cargo cover must be fully closed,
and the trunk must be closed before raising
the hardtop.
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3. Make sure nothing or no one is on or around
the hardtop. Make sure there is no cargo on
top of or in front of the trunk cargo cover.
{CAUTION:
When the retractable hardtop is opened or
closed, people can be injured by the parts
that move: the hardtop and its mechanism,
the trunk lid, and the side windows. Keep
people away from these parts when you are
lowering or raising the top.
{CAUTION:
If the retractable hardtop is not completely
opened or closed, the system will cause
the retractable hardtop to slowly descend
after 3 minutes. You or others could be
injured. The retractable hardtop will
descend immediately if the ignition is
turned to OFF during the opening or
closing of the retractable hardtop. Always
completely open or close the retractable
hardtop and do not shut off the ignition
during the opening or closing of the
retractable hardtop.
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Fog Lamps
If your vehicle has fog
lamps, the fog lamp
button is located on the
instrument panel, to
the left of the steering
wheel.
The ignition must be on for the fog lamps to work.
Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. An
indicator light in the button will glow when the fog
lamps are on. Push the button again to turn
the fog lamps off.
The parking lamps will automatically turn on and
off when the fog lamps are turned on and off.
The fog lamps will turn off while the high-beam
headlamps are turned on.
Some localities have laws that require the
headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.
Instrument Panel Brightness
The control for this
feature is located on the
instrument panel to
the right of the steering
wheel.
Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or
counterclockwise to dim them.
Courtesy Lamps
If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, it will
have courtesy lamps in the rear passenger area of
the vehicle. These lamps come on to make it
easier to see while entering and exiting the vehicle.
These lamps will come on when any door is
opened and will only turn off when all doors are
closed.
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