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Pontiac 2006 G6 User Manual

Pontiac 2006 G6
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Seats and Restraint System
............................. 1-1
Head Restraints
......................................... 1-2
Front Seats
............................................... 1-4
Rear Seats
.............................................. 1-12
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-14
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-36
Airbag System
......................................... 1-61
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-76
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-9
Windows
................................................. 2-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-17
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-21
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-37
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-40
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-43
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-43
Retractable Hardtop
.................................. 2-44
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-28
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-42
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-52
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-26
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-4
Fuel
......................................................... 5-6
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-12
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-51
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-51
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-58
Tires
...................................................... 5-59
Appearance Care
................................... 5-102
Vehicle Identification
............................... 5-108
Electrical System
.................................... 5-109
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-118
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information
.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-14
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
........... 7-16
Index
................................................................ 1
2009 Pontiac G6 Owner Manual M

Table of Contents

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Pontiac 2006 G6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPontiac
Model2006 G6
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings and Symbols

CAUTION: Safety Symbol Meaning

A circle with a slash means "Do Not".

CAUTION: Boxed Warnings

Boxed text with CAUTION highlights potential harm to people.

Vehicle Symbols

Vehicle Symbol Chart

Explains component symbols used in the owner's manual.

Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

Information on adjusting front and rear seat head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Instructions for adjusting manual and power front seats, including lumbar support.

Reclining Seatbacks

Steps to recline and lock seatbacks, with important safety cautions.

Safety Belts

Importance of proper safety belt use for all occupants and crash protection.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for using appropriate child restraints for older children and infants.

Airbag System

Overview of airbag types, locations, and deployment conditions.

Features and Controls

Keys

CAUTION: Leaving Children with Keys

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

How to use RKE functions like lock, unlock, and remote vehicle start.

Doors and Locks

Overview of manual and power door locking mechanisms and safety cautions.

Windows

Operation of power window switches, including lockout button.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Information on the vehicle's alarm system and its arming/disarming procedures.

PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer

How the passive theft-deterrent system works and troubleshooting.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Step-by-step procedure for starting the engine, including CAUTIONS.

Mirrors

Adjusting and using rearview mirrors, including automatic dimming and compass.

OnStar® System

Information on OnStar services, data collection, and use.

Retractable Hardtop

Step-by-step procedures and CAUTIONS for operating the retractable hardtop.

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Diagram and list of main instrument panel components and their functions.

Cruise Control

Instructions on how to set, resume, reduce speed, and end cruise control.

Headlamps

Operation of headlamps, including automatic system and reminders.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of instrument panel lights, gauges, and indicators.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

How to use DIC buttons to access vehicle info, warnings, and personalization.

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Tips for fuel economy and principles of defensive driving.

Braking

Information on braking action, perception/reaction time, and stopping distances.

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Explanation of the ABS system and how it helps prevent braking skids.

Skidding

Understanding different types of skids and how to handle them.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Tips for driving safely in rain, including hydroplaning avoidance.

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow

Procedures for freeing a vehicle stuck in various conditions.

Loading the Vehicle

Importance of knowing vehicle weight capacity and proper loading techniques.

Towing a Trailer

Essential tips and safety rules for towing a trailer correctly.

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Guidelines for using genuine GM parts and the impact of modifications.

Fuel

Recommendations for gasoline octane, specifications, and refueling.

Checking Things Under the Hood

Safety CAUTIONS and diagrams for checking engine components.

Engine Oil

How to check, add, and understand engine oil levels, types, and life system.

Cooling System

Information on engine coolant, its life, checking, and adding procedures.

Tires

Importance of proper tire maintenance, pressure, and replacement.

Electrical System

Information on fuses, fuse blocks, and add-on electrical equipment CAUTIONS.

Capacities and Specifications

Approximate capacities and specifications for vehicle fluids and components.

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

How to use the schedule based on driving habits and conditions.

Scheduled Maintenance

Table outlining required maintenance services based on mileage intervals.

Additional Required Services

Specific services required at mileage intervals, detailed by engine type.

Owner Checks and Services

Owner checks and services to perform at intervals for safety and dependability.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

List of recommended fluids and lubricants by name, part number, or specification.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

List of replacement parts with GM and ACDelco part numbers.

Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Steps for resolving customer concerns with the dealership and Pontiac.

Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process

Guidance on taking an active role in vehicle damage repairs.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.

Service Publications Ordering Information

Information on ordering service manuals, bulletins, and owner publications.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording by onboard computers and privacy.

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