bulb PONTIAC G6 2007 User Guide

5. Remove the bulb by turning it
counterclockwise.
6. Install a new bulb.
7. Reverse Steps 3 through 5 to reinstall the
bulb assembly.
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
(Retractable Hardtop and Coupe)
If your vehicle has this component and it needs
replacement, it is recommended that it be replaced
as a unit by your dealer.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps (Sedan)
A. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal
B. Sidemarker Lamp
C. Back-up Lamp
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 113
for more information.
2. Remove the convenience net, if the vehicle
has one.
3. Remove the wing nuts holding the trunk trim.
4. Remove the two nuts, which hold the taillamp
assembly, from inside the vehicle.
5. Remove the taillamp assembly.
6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove.7. Pull the bulb from the socket.
8. Install a new bulb.
9. Reverse Steps 2 through 7 to reinstall the
taillamp assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps (Coupe)
A. Sidemarker Lamp
B. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp
C. Back-up Lamp
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 113
for more information.
2. Remove the convenience net, if the vehicle
has one.
3. Remove the two wing nuts from the trunk trim
to expose the hex nuts.
4. Remove the three hex nuts retaining the
taillamp assembly.5. Pull the assembly off to the side to release it
from the rear of the vehicle.
6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove.
7. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket.
8. Install a new bulb.
9. Reverse Steps 3 through 5 to reinstall the
taillamp assembly.
366

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Retractable Hardtop)
A. Sidemarker Lamp
B. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp
C. Back-up LampTo replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 113
for more information.
2. Locate the three rubber covers in the trunk trim,
near the taillamp assembly and remove them.
3. Remove the two nuts and one bolt retaining
the taillamp assembly.
4. Pull off the assembly to the side to release it
from the vehicle.
5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove.
6. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket.
7. Install a new bulb.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the
taillamp assembly.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace the license plate lamp bulb, do the
following:
1. Remove the two screws holding the license
plate lamp assembly to the fascia.
2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp forward
through the fascia opening.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
pull the bulb straight out of the socket.4. Install the new bulb.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the
lamp assembly.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up Lamp
Coupe and Retractable
Hardtop921
Sedan 3057K
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)912***
Front Parking and
Turn Signal Lamp3157KX
Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamp 194
368

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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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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Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 368
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps...................364, 365, 367
Buying New Tires........................................ 383
C
Calibration..........................................143, 145
California Fuel............................................. 311
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 309
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 424
Carbon Monoxide..............113, 140, 282, 296
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 408
Your CD Player........................................ 250
Your CDs ................................................. 250
Center Console Storage Area...................... 150
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL).........................363, 364
Chains, Tire................................................. 389
Charging System Light................................ 199Check
Engine Light............................................ 204
Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 316
Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. 412
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 53
Infants and Young Children........................ 49
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children....... 60
Older Children........................................... 46
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position................................. 69
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 71
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 58
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 410
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 409
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 406
Finish Care.............................................. 409
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 404
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 407
Leather.................................................... 407
Tires........................................................ 411
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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
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 122
Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 49
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 379
477

Remote Keyless Entry System.................... 100
Remote Keyless Entry System,
Operation................................................. 101
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 394
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 392
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 368
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 467
General Motors........................................ 467
United States Government....................... 466
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 94
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 95
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 124
Retractable Hardtop..................................... 153
Lowering.................................................. 154
Raising.................................................... 157
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 37
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 456
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 288
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 444
Running the Engine While Parked............... 141S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 195
Pretensioners............................................. 45
Reminder Light........................................ 195
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 408
Driver Position........................................... 27
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 27
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 26
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 42
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 38
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 37
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 45
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 37
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 22
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 36
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 431
Seatback Latches.......................................... 16
Seats
60/40 Split Bench Seat.............................. 20
Easy Entry Seat........................................ 17
Head Restraints......................................... 15
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