2007 PONTIAC G6 Owners Manual

Sunshade
The automatic sunshade
control is located on the
headliner, between
the map lamp controls.
The sunshade can be independently opened or
closed while the panoramic sunroof is closed.
To express-open or express-close the sunshade,
press and release the control rearward or forward.
The sunshade will retract to the full-open or closed
position. To stop the movement of the sunshade,
press the control a second time. To close the
sunshade to a particular position, continue to press
the control and release it when the desired position
is reached.
Neither the panoramic sunroof nor the sunshade
can be opened or closed if the vehicle has an
electrical failure.
Retractable Hardtop
The following procedures explain the proper
operation of the retractable hardtop. The retractable
hardtop will not operate if the trunk cargo cover is
not in place.
If the retractable hardtop is lowered or raised
multiple times, the engine should be running while
doing so to prevent drain on the vehicle’s battery.
{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.
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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
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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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As the switch is being pressed the windows and
trunk lid will open. The hardtop will automatically
lower into the trunk, and the trunk lid will close and
latch. If the engine is on, a chime will sound when
the hardtop has lowered completely. The Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display TOP MOVE
COMPLT to signal the procedure is complete. See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 212for more
information.After the hardtop has lowered completely, release
the switch. If you continue to press the switch for
about two seconds after the hardtop has completely
lowered, the windows will automatically close.
If pressure is released from the switch before the
hardtop cycle is complete, the cycle will stop and
the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the
TOP NOT SECURE message. Always press and
hold the switch until a chime sounds, if the engine
is on, and the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays the TOP MOVE COMPLT to signal the
procedure is complete. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 212for more information.
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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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4. The hardtop switch
is located on the
headliner between
the front reading
lamps.
Press and hold the switch forward to raise the
hardtop. The switch must be pressed until
the cycle is complete.
As the switch is being pressed the hardtop will raise
from the trunk and move into place. The hardtop
and trunk lid will close and latch. If the engine is on,
a chime will sound when the hardtop has raised
completely. The Driver Information Center (DIC)
will display the TOP MOVE COMPLT message to
signal the procedure is complete. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 212for more
information.
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After the hardtop has raised completely, release
the switch. If you continue to press the switch for
about two seconds after the hardtop has raised
completely, the windows will automatically close.
If pressure is released from the switch before the
hardtop cycle is complete, the cycle will stop and
the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the
TOP NOT SECURE message. Always press and
hold the switch until a chime sounds, if the engine
is on, and the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays the TOP MOVE COMPLT to signal the
procedure is complete. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 212for more information.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. See
Roadside Assistance Program on page 456.
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