2005 PONTIAC G6 battery replacement

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is
normal for any remote keyless entry 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” under
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on
page 2-4.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualied technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation
The following functions
may be available if your
vehicle has the remote
keyless entry system:
/(Remote Start):If your vehicle has this feature, it
may be started remotely by pressing and releasing
the lock button, then immediately following, pressing the
remote start button and holding it until the turn signal
lamps ash, or for four seconds if the lights are not
visible. Pressing the remote start button again after the
vehicle has started will shut off the remote start. See
“Remote Vehicle Start” following for more information.Remote Keyless Entry
with Remote Start
shown, without Remote
Start similar
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Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about four years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t
work at the normal range in any location. If you have
to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it’s probably time to change the battery.
The KEY FOB BATT LOW message in the vehicle’s
DIC will display if the remote keyless entry transmitter
battery is low.
Notice:When replacing the battery, use care not to
touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage the
transmitter.
To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry
transmitter do the following:
1. Use a at thin object to separate the bottom half
from the top half of the transmitter.
2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new
one. Make sure the positive side of the battery
faces up. Use one three-volt, CR2032, or
equivalent, type battery.
3. Put the two halves back together. Make sure the
cover is on tightly, so water won’t get in.
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Service............................................................5-3
Doing Your Own Service Work.........................5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle..............................................5-5
Fuel................................................................5-5
Gasoline Octane............................................5-5
Gasoline Specications....................................5-5
California Fuel...............................................5-6
Additives.......................................................5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries...............................5-7
Filling Your Tank............................................5-8
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.....................5-10
Checking Things Under the Hood....................5-10
Hood Release..............................................5-11
Engine Compartment Overview.......................5-12
Engine Oil...................................................5-13
Engine Oil Life System..................................5-16
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter................................5-17
Automatic Transaxle Fluid..............................5-19
Engine Coolant.............................................5-19
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap..................5-22
Engine Overheating.......................................5-22
Cooling System............................................5-24
Windshield Washer Fluid................................5-29Brakes........................................................5-30
Battery........................................................5-33
Jump Starting...............................................5-34
Bulb Replacement..........................................5-38
Halogen Bulbs..............................................5-38
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps....................................5-38
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL).........5-39
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps...................5-40
Replacement Bulbs.......................................5-40
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement..............5-41
Tires..............................................................5-42
Tire Sidewall Labelling...................................5-43
Tire Terminology and Denitions.....................5-45
Ination - Tire Pressure.................................5-48
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-49
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-50
Buying New Tires.........................................5-51
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-52
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance..................5-53
Wheel Replacement......................................5-53
Tire Chains..................................................5-54
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
5-1

Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your
vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system — for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you need new ones put in — be sure you get
new approved GM replacement parts. If you do not,
your brakes may no longer work properly. For example,
if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for
your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear
brakes can change — for the worse. The braking
performance you have come to expect can change in
many other ways if someone puts in the wrong
replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is
time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement
number shown on the original battery’s label. We
recommend an ACDelco
®replacement battery. See
Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for
battery location.Warning:Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Vehicle Storage
If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days
or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from
the battery. This will help keep your battery from
running down.
{CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
are not careful. SeeJump Starting on
page 5-34for tips on working around a battery
without getting hurt.
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We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest
service station.
Lock-out Service (identication required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will be
covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry
into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will
be covered within 10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest dealership for
warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling
accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is
mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered
by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However,
when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number of
the vehicle.
Mileage, Vehicle Identication Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our
service, it is added security while traveling for you
and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call
away. Pontiac Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE
(762-3743), text telephone (TTY) users, call
1-888-889-2438.
Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Pontiac’s
judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency
or type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the
coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Pontiac reserves the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any
time without notication.
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Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..........................................................5-19
Operation...................................................2-24
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-78
Battery..........................................................5-33
Run-Down Protection...................................3-17
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-22
Bench Seat, Split (60/40)................................... 1-7
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Parking......................................................2-28
System Warning Light..................................3-28
Brake Pedal, Throttle.......................................2-22
Brakes..........................................................5-30
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-38
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-39
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-38
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-38
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-40Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps.................................5-40
Buying New Tires...........................................5-51C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications............................5-82
Carbon Monoxide...................2-12, 2-31, 4-25, 4-38
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-69
Your CD and DVD Player.............................3-78
Your CDs and DVDs....................................3-78
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-42
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-39
Chains, Tire...................................................5-54
Charging System Light....................................3-28
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-31
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-72
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-34
Infants and Young Children...........................1-31
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