2006 PONTIAC G6 bulb

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Sedan)
A. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal
B. Sidemarker Lamp
C. Back-up LampTo replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-14for more
information.
2. Remove the convenience net, if equipped.
3. Remove the wing nuts holding the trunk trim.
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4. Remove the two nuts, which hold the taillamp
assembly, from inside the vehicle.
5. Remove the taillamp assembly.
6. Remove the wiring harness from the taillamp
assembly by lifting on the release tab.
7. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove.
8. Pull the bulb from the socket.
9. Install a new bulb.
10. Reverse Steps 2 through 7 to reinstall the taillamp
assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Coupe)
A. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal
B. Sidemarker Lamp
C. Back-up Lamp
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-14for more
information.
2. Remove the convenience net, if equipped.
3. Remove the two wing nuts from the trunk trim to
expose the hex nuts.
4. Remove the three hex nuts retaining the taillamp
assembly.
5. Pull off the assembly to the side to release it from
the rear of the vehicle.
6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove.7. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket.
8. Install a new bulb.
9. Reverse Steps 3 through 5 to reinstall the taillamp
assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Retractable Hardtop)
A. Back-up Lamp
B. Sidemarker/Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-14for more
information.
2. Locate the three access plastic 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 the steps to reinstall.Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up
Coupe and Retractable
Hardtop921
Sedan 3057K
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)912***
Front Parking and Turn
Signal Lamp3157KX
Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamp 194
Headlamps
High-Beam H9
Low-Beam H11
Stoplamp, Taillamp and
Turn Signal3057K*
Sidemarker, Stoplamp, Taillamp
and Turn Signal3157K**
* Coupe and Sedan only
** Retractable Hardtop only
*** Sedan Only
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer.
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Audio System(s).............................................3-54
Audio Steering Wheel Controls..............3-86, 3-87
Backglass Antenna......................................3-89
Care of Your CD and DVD Player..................3-88
Care of Your CDs and DVDs........................3-88
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-88
Radio with CD....................................3-56, 3-61
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-71
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-55
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-55
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-86
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-87
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-89
Automatic Climate Control System.....................3-23
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-12
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-16
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..................................................5-23, 5-24
Operation...................................................2-28
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-89
Battery..........................................................5-42
Run-Down Protection...................................3-18
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-24Bench Seat, Split (60/40)................................... 1-9
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-7
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Parking......................................................2-33
System Warning Light..................................3-36
Brake Pedal, Throttle.......................................2-26
Brakes..........................................................5-39
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-22
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-49
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-51
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-49
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-47
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-50
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-55
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps.................5-52, 5-53, 5-54
Buying New Tires...........................................5-68
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-3
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
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Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-8
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-7
Gage.........................................................3-45
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light.......................................3-45
Fuses...........................................................5-97
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................5-100
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-98
Rear Compartment Fuse Block....................5-102
Windshield Wiper.........................................5-97
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-40
Fuel..........................................................3-45
Speedometer..............................................3-31
Tachometer.................................................3-31
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-5
Glove Box.....................................................2-45
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-6
Headlamp
Aiming.......................................................5-47
Headlamps....................................................3-14
Automatic Headlamp System.........................3-16
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-49
Daytime Running Lamps...............................3-15
Delayed.....................................................3-15
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-49
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-50
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-14
Headlamps Off in Park (P)...............................3-14
Heated Seats................................................... 1-4
Heater...................................................3-20, 3-23
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-44
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-25
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-26
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-11
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Power
Accessory Outlet(s)......................................3-19
Door Locks.................................................2-11
Electrical System.........................................5-97
Lift Seat....................................................... 1-8
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-24
Seat............................................................ 1-3
Steering Fluid.............................................5-37
Windows....................................................2-17
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-29
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock...............2-13
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-14
R
Radios..........................................................3-54
Care of Your CD and DVD Player..................3-88
Care of Your CDs and DVDs........................3-88
Radio with CD....................................3-56, 3-61
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-71
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-55
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-55
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-86Radios (cont.)
Understanding Reception..............................3-87
Raising the Retractable Hardtop........................2-51
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-27
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-23
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with Compass.............................................2-41
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®and Compass.................................2-39
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...........................2-39
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-39
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-38
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-5
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-78
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-76
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-55
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-11
General Motors...........................................7-11
United States Government............................7-10
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-71
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-72
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-24
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