ignition PONTIAC G6 2007 Owner's Guide

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming
rearview mirror with a compass and OnStar®
controls. For more information about OnStar®,
seeOnStar®System on page 148.
The automatic dimming feature turns on each time
the vehicle is started. To turn automatic dimming
off or on, press the left button below the mirror.
A green indicator light will be on when automatic
dimming is on.
There are also three OnStar
®buttons located at
the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more
information on the system and how to subscribe
to OnStar
®. SeeOnStar®System on page 148for
more information about the service OnStar®
provides.
Compass Operation
Press the on/off button once to turn the compass
on or off.
When the ignition and the compass feature are
on, the compass will show two character boxes for
a few seconds. After a few seconds, the mirror
will display the current compass direction.
Compass Calibration
If after a few seconds the display does not show a
compass direction, (N for North for example), there
may be a strong magnetic eld interfering with the
compass. Such interference may be caused by a
magnetic antenna mount, note pad holder, or
similar object. If the letter C appears in the compass
window, the compass may need to be reset or
calibrated.
The mirror can be calibrated by driving the vehicle
in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the
display reads a direction.
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming
rearview mirror with a compass. This feature
enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from
vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically
dim to reduce the glare to a safe level.
The automatic dimming feature turns on each time
the vehicle is started. Press the OFF button once
and the green indicator light located to the left of the
button will go out indicating the feature is off. To
turn the feature back on, press and release the
AUTO button and the green indicator light will
come on.
Compass Operation
Press the on/off button once to turn the compass
on or off.
When the ignition and the compass feature are
on, the compass will show two character boxes for
a few seconds. After a few seconds, the mirror
will display the current compass direction.
Compass Calibration
If after a few seconds the display does not show a
compass direction, (N for North for example), there
may be a strong magnetic eld interfering with the
compass. Such interference may be caused by a
magnetic antenna mount, note pad holder, or
similar object. If the letter C appears in the compass
window, the compass may need to be reset or
calibrated.
The mirror can be calibrated by driving the vehicle
in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the
display reads a direction.
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The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is in
ON or in ACC, or if Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 124.
Press the back of the switch and release it to open
the sunroof to the vent position. From the vent
position, press and release the back of the switch to
express-open the sunroof. To stop the sunroof from
express opening, press the switch again. If the
sunshade is closed, it will open automatically
when the sunroof opens past the vented position.
A deector will automatically raise when the
sunroof is opened. The deector will retract
when the sunroof is closed.
To close the sunroof, press the front of the switch
and hold it until the sunroof is closed. The sunroof
will stop if the switch is released. Close the
sunshade by hand.The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or
closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Notice:If you force the sunshade forward of
the sliding glass panel, damage will occur and
the sunroof may not open or close properly.
Always close the glass panel before closing the
sunshade.
Sunroof - Panoramic
If the vehicle has a panoramic sunroof, it has four
glass panels that tilt or stack upon each other,
when the sunroof control is turned to the vent or
one of three opened positions. There is a separate
control for the automatic sunshade.
The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is
ON or in ACC, or if Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 124.
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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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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 191.
B. Side Window Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment
on page 191.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 168.
D. Cruise Controls (If Equipped). SeeCruise
Control on page 171.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 193.
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 248.
G. Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever. See
Windshield Wipers on page 169andWindshield
Washer on page 171.
H. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 122.
I. Center Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 191.J. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 166.
K. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 219.
L. Adjustable Pedal Buttons (If Equipped). See
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal (Automatic
Transaxle) on page 127.
M. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 178.
N. Fog Lamps (If Equipped). SeeFog Lamps on
page 178.
O. Hood Release Handle. SeeHood Release on
page 317.
P. Horn. SeeHorn on page 167.
Q. Climate Control System. SeeAutomatic
Climate Control System on page 187orClimate
Control System on page 182.
R. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transaxle Operation
on page 129orManual Transaxle Operation
on page 134.
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S. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 181.
T. Traction Control System Button (If Equipped),
Enhanced Traction System Button (If
Equipped), and/or StabiliTrak
®(If Equipped).
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 262orEnhanced Traction System (ETS)
on page 263and/orStabiliTrak
®System on
page 265.
U. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 197.
V. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 150.
Hazard Warning Flashers
Your hazard warning ashers let you warn others.
They also let police know you have a problem.
Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ash on
and off.The hazard warning
asher button is located
in the center of the
instrument panel.
Your hazard warning ashers work no matter what
position your key is in, and even if the key is
not in the ignition switch.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps ash on and off. Press the button
again to turn the ashers off.
When the hazard warning ashers are on, your
turn signals will not work.
Other Warning Devices
If you carry reective triangles, you can set them
up at the side of the road about 300 feet
(100 m) behind your vehicle.
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If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when
you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and
then check the fuse. SeeFuses on page 415.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to
high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever
away from you.
When the high beams
are on, a light on the
instrument panel cluster
also will be on if the
ignition is on.
To change the headlamps from high beam to low
beam, pull the turn signal lever toward you.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam
headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that
you want to pass.
To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever
toward you until the high-beam headlamps
come on, then release the lever to turn them off.
Windshield Wipers
Use this lever, located on the right side of the
steering wheel, to operate the windshield wipers.
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