lock PONTIAC G6 2007 Owner's Manual

What Will You See After an Airbag
Inates?
After the frontal and seat-mounted side impact
airbags inate, they quickly deate, so quickly that
some people may not even realize an airbag
inated. Roof-mounted side impact airbags may still
be at least partially inated minutes after the vehicle
comes to rest. Some components of the airbag
module — the steering wheel hub for the driver’s
airbag, the instrument panel for the right front
passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback closest to
the door for the seat-mounted side impact airbags
(if equipped), and the garnish trim and the area
along the ceiling of your vehicle near the side
windows for the roof–mounted side impact airbags
(if equipped) — may be hot for a short time. The
parts of the airbag that come into contact with you
may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may
be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in
the deated airbags. Airbag ination does not
prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield
or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it
prevent people from leaving the vehicle.
{CAUTION:
When an airbag inates, there may be
dust in the air. This dust could cause
breathing problems for people with a
history of asthma or other breathing
trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the
vehicle should get out as soon as it is
safe to do so. If you have breathing
problems but cannot get out of the vehicle
after an airbag inates, then get fresh air
by opening a window or a door. If you
experience breathing problems following
an airbag deployment, you should seek
medical attention.
Your vehicle has a feature that may automatically
unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on,
and turn the hazard warning ashers on, when the
airbags inate. You can lock the doors, turn the
interior lamps off, and turn the hazard warning
ashers off again by using the controls for those
features.
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Keys.............................................................. 99
Remote Keyless Entry System.................. 100
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation............................................... 101
Doors and Locks........................................ 108
Door Locks................................................ 108
Power Door Locks..................................... 109
Door Ajar Reminder.................................. 109
Delayed Locking........................................ 110
Automatic Door Lock................................. 110
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock....... 111
Rear Door Security Locks......................... 111
Lockout Protection..................................... 112
Trunk........................................................ 113
Windows...................................................... 115
Power Windows........................................ 116
Sun Visors................................................ 117
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 118
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 118
PASS-Key
®III+......................................... 120
PASS-Key®III+ Operation......................... 120Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 122
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 122
Ignition Positions....................................... 122
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 124
Starting the Engine.................................... 125
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
(Automatic Transaxle)............................ 127
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 128
Automatic Transaxle Operation.................. 129
Manual Transaxle Operation...................... 134
Parking Brake........................................... 135
Shifting Into Park (P)
(Automatic Transaxle)............................ 136
Shifting Out of Park (P)
(Automatic Transaxle)............................ 138
Parking Your Vehicle
(Manual Transaxle)................................ 138
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 139
Engine Exhaust......................................... 140
Running the Engine While Parked............. 141
Section 2 Features and Controls
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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 has not 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. See
Roadside Assistance Program on page 456for
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 the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
system, it 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 RKE 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”
underRemote Keyless Entry System
Operation on page 101.
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 197 feet (60 m) away with the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. If your
vehicle has the remote vehicle start feature, you
can also start the vehicle’s engine with the RKE
transmitter.
Remote Keyless Entry
with Remote StartRemote Keyless Entry
without Remote Start
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The following functions may be available if your
vehicle has the RKE system.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):If your vehicle has
this feature, the engine may be started from outside
the vehicle using the RKE 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 RKE transmitter is
used to lock the vehicle’s doors. See “LOCK
HORN” and “LIGHT FLASH” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 216for more information.
Pressing the lock button may also arm the content
theft-deterrent system. SeeContent Theft-Deterrent
on page 118.
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 when the RKE
transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle’s doors.
See “UNLOCK HORN” and “LIGHT FLASH” under
DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 216for 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 216for additional information.
Pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter
will disarm the content theft-deterrent system. See
Content Theft-Deterrent on page 118.
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V(Remote Trunk Release):Press and hold
this button for approximately one second to open
the trunk. The trunk will open using the transmitter
when the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph (3 km/h),
when the ignition is off, or when the vehicle shift
lever is in PARK (P), if your vehicle has an
automatic transaxle.
L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):This button
may be used to locate your vehicle. When you
press and release this button, 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 sound 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.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle
Each RKE 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 additional transmitters so they can also
be re-coded to match the new transmitter.
Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter,
the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.
Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters
matched to it.
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/(Remote Start):If your vehicle has the remote
start feature, the RKE 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.
If you enter the vehicle after a remote start,
and the engine is still running, insert the
key into the ignition switch and turn to ON
to drive the vehicle.4. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of
the following. The parking lamps will turn off
to indicate the engine is off.
Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and
press and release the remote start button.
Turn on the hazard warning ashers.
Turn the ignition switch ON and then OFF.
Your vehicle’s engine can be started two times, per
ignition cycle, using the transmitter’s remote start
feature. If only one remote start procedure has
been done, since last driving the vehicle, or
resetting the remote start system, the engine may
be started again remotely by following the remote
start procedure a second time.
If the remote start procedure is used again before
the rst 10 minute time frame has ended, the
rst 10 minutes will immediately expire and
the second 10 minute time frame will start.
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The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if
any of the follow occur:
The remote start system is disabled through
the DIC.
The vehicle’s key is in the ignition.
The vehicle’s hood is open.
The hazard warning ashers are on.
The check engine light is on. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 204.
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
The oil pressure is low.
Two remote vehicle starts have already been
used for that ignition cycle.
Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature
are shipped from the factory with the remote
start system enabled. The system may be enabled
or disabled through the DIC. See “REMOTE
START” underDIC Vehicle Personalization on
page 216for additional information.
Remote Start Ready
(Automatic Transaxle 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 RKE 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.
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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.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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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.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your
vehicle.
From the outside, use your key or, if your vehicle
has one, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. 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.
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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 212.
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