2007 PONTIAC G6 fog light

Instrument Panel Overview........................ 164
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 166
Other Warning Devices............................. 166
Horn.......................................................... 167
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 167
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 168
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 168
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 169
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 169
Windshield Wipers..................................... 169
Windshield Washer.................................... 171
Cruise Control........................................... 171
Headlamps................................................ 174
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 175
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)...................... 175
Delayed Headlamps.................................. 176
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 176
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 177
Fog Lamps................................................ 178
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 178
Courtesy Lamps........................................ 178
Dome Lamp.............................................. 179
Entry/Exit Lighting...................................... 179
Parade Dimming........................................ 180Overhead Console Reading Lamps........... 180
Trunk Lamp............................................... 180
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 181
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 181
Climate Controls......................................... 182
Climate Control System............................. 182
Automatic Climate Control System............. 187
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 191
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 192
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 193
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 194
Trip Odometer........................................... 194
Tachometer............................................... 194
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 195
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 195
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 196
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 197
Charging System Light.............................. 199
Brake System Warning Light..................... 199
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 200
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 201
Traction Control System Active Light......... 201
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Fog Lamps
If your vehicle has fog
lamps, the fog lamp
button is located on the
instrument panel, to
the left of the steering
wheel.
The ignition must be on for the fog lamps to work.
Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. An
indicator light in the button will glow when the fog
lamps are on. Push the button again to turn
the fog lamps off.
The parking lamps will automatically turn on and
off when the fog lamps are turned on and off.
The fog lamps will turn off while the high-beam
headlamps are turned on.
Some localities have laws that require the
headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.
Instrument Panel Brightness
The control for this
feature is located on the
instrument panel to
the right of the steering
wheel.
Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or
counterclockwise to dim them.
Courtesy Lamps
If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, it will
have courtesy lamps in the rear passenger area of
the vehicle. These lamps come on to make it
easier to see while entering and exiting the vehicle.
These lamps will come on when any door is
opened and will only turn off when all doors are
closed.
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To change the air delivery settings, turn the right
knob to select one of the following:
H(Vent):Turn the knob to this mode to direct
air to the instrument panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):Turn the knob to this mode to
direct half of the air to the instrument panel outlets,
and the remaining air to the oor outlets. Some
air may be directed toward the side windows.
6(Floor):Turn the knob to this mode to direct
most of the air to the oor outlets with some
air directed to the side window outlets and
windshield.
:(Outside Air):Press the right side of this
button to turn the outside air mode on. When this
mode is selected, air from outside the vehicle
circulates throughout your vehicle. An indicator
light will comes on to let you know that it is
activated. The outside air mode can be used with
all modes, but it cannot be used with the
recirculation mode. Press this button again to
cancel the recirculation mode.
?(Recirculation):Press the left side of the
button to turn the recirculation mode on. The air
inside the vehicle is recirculated through the climate
control system and throughout the vehicle, not from
outside. This mode is helpful when you are trying to
limit odors from entering your vehicle and for
maximum air conditioning performance in hot
weather. An indicator light above the button will
come on to let you know that it is activated. The
indicator light will blink three times if you try to use
recirculation in a mode that it can not be used in.
Only use this mode when it is needed for comfort,
since window fogging will rapidly occur if the air
conditioning compressor is not engaged.
Press this button to cancel the outside air mode.
When you switch to the defog or defrost modes the
system automatically moves from recirculation to
outside air. When the vehicle or fan is turned off
and back on, the system defaults to outside air
automatically. Only use recirculation mode when it
is needed for comfort, since window fogging may
occur.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate
control system is used properly. There are
two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost
from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear
the windows of fog or moisture and warm the
passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog
or frost from the windshield more quickly.
Turn the right knob to select the defog or
defrost mode.
-(Defog):Turn the knob to this setting to
direct the air between the windshield
and the oor outlets with a small amount directed
to the side windows. This mode automatically
turns off recirculation. The air conditioning
compressor runs unless the outside temperature
is at or below freezing. The air conditioning
compressor operates although the indicator light
is not on. The air conditioning indicator
light turns off when defog is selected. If the air
conditioning button is pressed while in
defog mode, the indicator light turns on. If the
button is pressed again, the light turnsoff. The recirculation mode cannot be selected
while in the defog mode. Do not drive the
vehicle until all the windows are clear.
1(Defrost):Turn the knob to this setting to
direct most of the air to the windshield with some
air directed to the oor vents. In this mode, the
system automatically forces outside air into
the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor runs
unless the outside temperature is at or below
freezing. The air conditioning compressor operates
although the indicator light is not on. The air
conditioning indicator light turns off when defrost is
selected. If the air conditioning button is pressed
while in defrost mode, the indicator light turns on. If
the button is pressed again, the light turns off.
Recirculation cannot be selected while in the
defrost mode.
To help clear the windshield quickly, do the
following:
1. Select the defrost mode.
2. Select the highest temperature.
3. Select the highest fan speed.
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
window defogger on or off. An indicator light
comes on to indicate that the rear window
defogger is on. Be sure to clear as much snow as
possible from the rear window.
If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window
defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the
button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger
only runs for about seven and one-half minutes
before turning off. The defogger can also be turned
off by pressing the button again or by turning off
the engine.If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above
50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger
remains on once the button is pressed.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the
rear defogger automatically turns on if it is
cold outside. When the vehicle transitions out of
the remote start mode, the rear defogger turns off.
SeeRemote Keyless Entry System Operation
on page 101.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the
inside of the rear window. If you do, you could
cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license,
tape, a decal or anything similar to the
defogger grid.
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H(Vent):Turn the knob to this position to direct
air to the instrument panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):Turn the knob to this position to
direct half of the air to the instrument panel outlets,
and the remaining air to the oor outlets.
6(Floor):Turn the knob to this position to direct
most of the air to the oor outlets with some air
directed to the side window outlets and windshield.
The right knob can also be used to select defog
or defrost modes. See Defogging and Defrosting
later in this section.
:(Outside Air):Press the right side of this
button to turn the outside air mode on. Air
from outside the vehicle circulates throughout your
vehicle. An indicator light will come on to let you
know that it is activated. The outside air mode can
be used with all modes, but it cannot be used
with the recirculation mode. Pressing this button
will cancel the recirculation mode.
?(Recirculation):Press the left side of the
button to turn the recirculation mode on. The
air inside the vehicle is recirculated through the
climate control system and throughout the vehicle,not from outside. This mode is helpful when you
are trying to limit odors from entering your
vehicle and for maximum air conditioning
performance in hot weather. An indicator light
above the button will come on to let you know that
it is activated. It blinks three times if you try to
use recirculation in a mode that it can not be used
in. Only use this mode when it is needed for
comfort, since window fogging will rapidly occur if
the air conditioning compressor is not engaged.
Press this button to cancel the auto recirculation
feature. Each time the vehicle is started, the
system reverts to the auto recirculation function.
If recirculation is selected while in defrost, defog or
oor, the light on the button will ash three
times and go out to let you know this is not
allowed. This is to prevent window fogging.
When the weather is cool or damp, operating the
system in recirculation for extended periods of
time can cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows.
To clear the fog, select either defog or defrost.
Make sure the air conditioning is on.
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Defogging and Defrosting
You can use either defog or front defrost to clear
fog or frost from the windshield.
-(Defog):Use to clear the windows of fog or
moisture. Turn the mode knob to this position
to select this setting. This setting delivers air to the
oor and windshield outlets.
0(Defrost):Turn the mode knob to this position
to defrost the windshield. The system automatically
controls the fan speed if AUTO mode is selected.
If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or
warmer, the air conditioning compressor
automatically runs to help dehumidify the air and
dry the windshield. The air conditioning indicator
light blinks three times if you try to turn off
the compressor while in this mode.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear):Press this button to turn the rear
window defogger on or off. An indicator light above
the button comes on to indicate that the rear
window defogger is activated.If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window
defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the
button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger
will only run for about seven and one-half
minutes before turning off.
If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above
50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger
remains on once the button is pressed.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the
rear defogger automatically turns on if it is
cold outside, but the indicator light does not come
on. When the vehicle transitions out of remote
start mode the rear defogger turns off.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear window. Do not
adhere anything to the defogger grid lines
in the rear glass. These actions may damage
the rear defogger. Repairs would not be
covered by your warranty.
Outlet Adjustment
Rotate the instrument panel outlets and move the
louvers on the outlets to change the direction
and amount of airow in your vehicle.
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Operation Tips
Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the windshield that
may block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of
objects to help circulate the air inside of your
vehicle more effectively.
When an objectionable odor outside the vehicle
is encountered, use the recirculation mode,
with the temperature knob at a comfortable
setting to prevent the odor from entering the
vehicle through the ventilation system. This can
be helpful when driving through a long tunnel
with poor ventilation. However, extended usage
of this mode in cold or cool weather can cause
window fogging.
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages
that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will
help you locate them.Warning lights and gages can signal that
something is wrong before it becomes serious
enough to cause an expensive repair or
replacement. Paying attention to your warning
lights and gages could also save you or others
from injury.
Warning lights come on when there could be or
there is a problem with one of your vehicle’s
functions. As you will see in the details on the next
few pages, some warning lights come on briey
when you start the engine just to let you know they
are working. If you are familiar with this section,
you should not be alarmed when this happens.
Gages can indicate when there could be or there is
a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Often gages and warning lights work together to let
you know when there is a problem with your
vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and
stays on when you are driving, or when one of the
gages shows there may be a problem, check
the section that tells you what to do about
it. Follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do
repairs can be costly — and even dangerous. Get
to know your warning lights and gages. They
are a big help.
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