2007 PONTIAC G6 Spare tire

GTP and Retractable Hardtop Models
To store the at tire and jack in the compact spare
tire compartment, do the following:
1. Make sure the retractable hardtop is in the up
position.
2. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 113for
more information.
3. If you have a retractable hardtop model,
unlatch the trunk cargo cover so that it is
in the open position.
4. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow
sleeve) from the jack and remove the
center cap from the wheel.5. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the oor,
making sure it contacts the bolt as shown.
6. Place the extension bolt (A) onto the bolt (B).
7. Thread the jack retainer nut (C) until it is
at or near the end of the threads.
8. Reach under the wheel and lift the extension
bolt so that the threaded end of the bolt
passes through the center hole of the wheel.
9. Remove the yellow cap.
10. Secure the tire and wheel with the larger
wing nut.
11. Replace the cover.
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A. Retainer
B. Cover
C. Flat Tire (Valve
Stem Up)
D. NutE. Bolt Extension
F. Bracket
G. Jack and Wheel
Wrench
H. BoltThe compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire
as soon as you can. SeeCompact Spare Tire on
page 403See the storage instructions label to
replace your compact spare properly into your
trunk.
Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after
a time. Check the ination pressure regularly.
It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle,
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare
tire is correctly inated. The compact spare is made
to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h)
for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so
you can nish your trip and have the full-size
tire repaired or replaced at your convenience.
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Of course, it is best to replace the spare with a
full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tire
will last longer and be in good shape in case it is
needed again.
Notice:When the compact spare is installed,
do not take your vehicle through an automatic
car wash with guide rails. The compact spare
can get caught on the rails. That can damage
the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of
your vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or
wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not t.
Keep the spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact
spare. Using them can damage your vehicle
and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire
chains on your compact spare.Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if
it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust
and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt
can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic
surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to
remove particles from your upholstery. It is
important to keep your upholstery from becoming
and remaining heavily soiled. Soils should be
removed as quickly as possible. Your vehicle’s
interior may experience extremes of heat that
could cause stains to set rapidly.
Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent
cleaning. Use care because newspapers and
garments that transfer color to your home
furnishings may also transfer color to your
vehicle’s interior.
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your GM
Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with these
checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 442.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 325for
further details.Notice:It is important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure
to keep your engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to your engine not covered
by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 339for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure
they are inated to the correct pressures. Do not
forget to check the spare tire. SeeInation - Tire
Pressure on page 379. Check to make sure the
spare tire is stored securely. SeeChanging a Flat
Tire on page 390.
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Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or
Highway:Tow to the nearest dealership for
warranty service or in the event of a
vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out
assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand,
mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of your spare tire
in good condition 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.
Additional Services for Canadian
Customers

Trip Routing Service:Upon Request,
Roadside Assistance will send you detailed,
computer-personalized maps, highlighting your
choice of either the most direct route or the
most scenic route to your destination,
anywhere in North America, along with any
helpful travel information we may have
pertaining to your trip. To request this service,
please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800.We’ll make every attempt to send your
personalized trip routing as quickly as
possible, but it’s best to allow three weeks
before your planned departure date.
Trip routing requests will be limited to
six per calendar year.
Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance:
In the event of a warranty related vehicle
disablement, while en route and over
250 kilometres from original point of departure,
you may qualify for trip interruption expense
assistance. This assistance covers reasonable
reimbursement of up to a maximum of $500
(Canadian) for (A) meals (maximum of
$50/day), (B) lodging (maximum of $100/night)
and (C) alternate ground transportation
(maximum of $40/day). This benet is to assist
you with some of the unplanned expense
you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to
be repaired.
Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts
and a copy of the repair order are required.
Once authorization has been given, your
advisor will help you make any necessary
arrangements and explain how to claim for trip
interruption expense assistance.
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Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance........................... 412
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 408
Weatherstrips........................................... 408
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 410
Climate Control System............................... 182
Automatic................................................. 187
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 191
Clutch, Hydraulic......................................... 338
Collision Damage Repair............................. 462
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 42
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 403
Compass............................................143, 145
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 118
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 258
Convenience Net......................................... 150
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 203
Heater, Engine......................................... 128
Cooling System........................................... 345
Courtesy Lamps.......................................... 178
Cruise Control............................................. 171
Cruise Control Light.................................... 208
Cupholder(s)................................................ 150Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 459
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... 454
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 454
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 450
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program........ 455
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 467
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 467
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 466
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 456
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 468
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 176
Defensive Driving........................................ 254
Delayed Headlamps.................................... 176
Delayed Locking.......................................... 110
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 309
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Remote Keyless Entry System.................... 100
Remote Keyless Entry System,
Operation................................................. 101
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 394
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 392
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 368
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 467
General Motors........................................ 467
United States Government....................... 466
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 94
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 95
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 124
Retractable Hardtop..................................... 153
Lowering.................................................. 154
Raising.................................................... 157
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 37
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 456
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 288
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 444
Running the Engine While Parked............... 141S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 195
Pretensioners............................................. 45
Reminder Light........................................ 195
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 408
Driver Position........................................... 27
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 27
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 26
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 42
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 38
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 37
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 45
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 37
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 22
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 36
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 431
Seatback Latches.......................................... 16
Seats
60/40 Split Bench Seat.............................. 20
Easy Entry Seat........................................ 17
Head Restraints......................................... 15
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Seats (cont.)
Heated Seats............................................. 11
Manual........................................................ 9
Manual Lumbar.......................................... 10
Power Lift Seat.......................................... 20
Power Seat................................................ 10
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 12
Seatback Latches...................................... 16
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 69
Right Front Seat Position........................... 71
Security Light.............................................. 207
Service........................................................ 308
Accessories and Modications.................. 308
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle......................................... 310
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 309
Doing Your Own Work............................. 309
Engine Soon Light................................... 204
Publications Ordering Information............. 468
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 92
Setting the Time
Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)..................................... 221
Radios without Radio Data
Systems (RDS)..................................... 220Sheet Metal Damage................................... 411
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 136
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 138
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 36
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 168
Spare Tire
Compact.................................................. 403
Installing.................................................. 394
Removing................................................ 392
Storing..................................................... 400
Specications, Capacities............................ 424
Speedometer............................................... 194
Split Bench Seat (60/40)............................... 20
StabiliTrak
®System..................................... 265
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light........................... 203
StabiliTrak®Not Ready Light........................ 203
Starting Your Engine................................... 125
Steering...................................................... 266
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 248
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 167
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 150
Convenience Net..................................... 150
Cupholder(s)............................................ 150
Glove Box................................................ 150
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