hardtop PONTIAC G6 2007 Owner's Manual

4. The hardtop switch
is located on the
headliner between
the front reading
lamps.
Press and hold the switch forward to raise the
hardtop. The switch must be pressed until
the cycle is complete.
As the switch is being pressed the hardtop will raise
from the trunk and move into place. The hardtop
and trunk lid will close and latch. If the engine is on,
a chime will sound when the hardtop has raised
completely. The Driver Information Center (DIC)
will display the TOP MOVE COMPLT message to
signal the procedure is complete. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 212for more
information.
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After the hardtop has raised completely, release
the switch. If you continue to press the switch for
about two seconds after the hardtop has raised
completely, the windows will automatically close.
If pressure is released from the switch before the
hardtop cycle is complete, the cycle will stop and
the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the
TOP NOT SECURE message. Always press and
hold the switch until a chime sounds, if the engine
is on, and the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays the TOP MOVE COMPLT to signal the
procedure is complete. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 212for more information.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. See
Roadside Assistance Program on page 456.
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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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BRAKE FLUID:This message displays to inform
the driver that the brake uid level is low while the
ignition is in ON. The brake system warning light on
the instrument panel cluster also comes on. See
Brake System Warning Light on page 199for more
information. Have the brake system serviced by
your dealer as soon as possible.
CHANGE OIL SOON:This message displays
when the life of the engine oil has expired and it
should be changed.
When you acknowledge the CHANGE OIL SOON
message by clearing it from the display, you
still must reset the engine oil life system
separately. SeeEngine Oil Life System on
page 328,Engine Oil on page 325, andScheduled
Maintenance on page 431for more information.
CHECK CARGO TOP:If your vehicle has a
retractable hardtop, this message displays if the
cargo divider is not in place when operating
the retractable hardtop. Open the trunk and make
sure the cargo divider is secure and no objects
are on the divider. SeeTrunk on page 113,
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 154,
andRaising the Retractable Hardtop on page 157
for more information.CHECK GAS CAP:This message displays if the
fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck
the fuel cap to make sure that it is on properly.
A few driving trips with the cap properly installed
should turn the message off.
DOOR AJAR:This message displays if one or
more of the vehicle’s doors are not closed
properly. When this message displays, make sure
that the door is closed completely.
ENGINE DISABLED:This message displays if
the starting of the engine is disabled. Have
your vehicle serviced immediately by your dealer.
ENG (Engine) PWR (Power) REDUCED:This
message displays to inform you that the vehicle
has reduced engine power to avoid damaging the
engine. Reduced engine power can affect the
vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
but there is no reduction in performance, proceed
to your destination. The performance may be
reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The
vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed
while this message is on, but acceleration and
speed may be reduced. Anytime this message
stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your
dealer for service as soon as possible.
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TOP INOP (Inoperative) – TRUNK:If your
vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message
displays if the trunk lid is not completely closed
when operating the retractable hardtop. Make sure
that the trunk lid is closed when operating the
retractable hardtop. SeeTrunk on page 113,
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 154,
andRaising the Retractable Hardtop on page 157
for more information.
TOP MOVE COMPLT (Complete):If your vehicle
has a retractable hardtop, this message displays
when the retractable hardtop has lowered or raised
completely. SeeLowering the Retractable
Hardtop on page 154andRaising the Retractable
Hardtop on page 157for more information.
TOP NOT ALLOWED:If your vehicle has a
retractable hardtop, this message displays if the
retractable hardtop button is pressed while
the vehicle is not in PARK (P). Make sure that the
vehicle is in PARK (P) when operating the
retractable hardtop. SeeLowering the Retractable
Hardtop on page 154andRaising the Retractable
Hardtop on page 157for more information.TOP NOT SECURE:If your vehicle has a
retractable hardtop, this message displays when
the retractable hardtop button is released before
the top open or close operation is complete. Press
and hold the retractable hardtop button to fully open
or close the top. SeeLowering the Retractable
Hardtop on page 154andRaising the Retractable
Hardtop on page 157for more information.
TOP OVER TEMP (Temperature):If your vehicle
has a retractable hardtop, this message displays
when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and
the hardtop pump motor temperature is too hot.
Wait for the hardtop pump motor to cool down
before using the retractable hardtop. SeeLowering
the Retractable Hardtop on page 154and
Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 157for
more information.
TOP TOO COLD:If your vehicle has a retractable
hardtop, this message displays when the
retractable hardtop button is pressed and the
hardtop pump motor temperature is too cold. Wait
for the hardtop pump motor to warm up before
using the retractable hardtop. SeeLowering
the Retractable Hardtop on page 154andRaising
the Retractable Hardtop on page 157for more
information.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
(Retractable Hardtop and Coupe)........... 364
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up
Lamps (Sedan)...................................... 364
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps (Coupe) ... 365
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Retractable Hardtop)............................. 367
License Plate Lamp................................... 368
Replacement Bulbs................................... 368
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement....... 369
Tires............................................................ 370
Winter Tires.............................................. 372
Tire Sidewall Labeling............................... 372
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 376
Ination - Tire Pressure............................. 379
High-Speed Operation............................... 381
Tire Inspection and Rotation...................... 381
When It Is Time for New Tires.................. 383
Buying New Tires...................................... 383
Different Size Tires and Wheels................ 385Uniform Tire Quality Grading..................... 386
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance............ 387
Wheel Replacement.................................. 388
Tire Chains............................................... 389
If a Tire Goes Flat.................................... 390
Changing a Flat Tire................................. 390
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools.......... 392
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire....................................... 394
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools.............................................. 400
Compact Spare Tire.................................. 403
Appearance Care........................................ 404
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 404
Fabric/Carpet............................................. 406
Leather...................................................... 407
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces................................................ 407
Care of Safety Belts.................................. 408
Weatherstrips............................................ 408
Washing Your Vehicle............................... 408
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses................ 409
Finish Care............................................... 409
Windshield and Wiper Blades.................... 410
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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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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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
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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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