2007 PONTIAC G6 check engine

(h)Change automatic transaxle uid and lter if
the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the uid and lter do not require
changing.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 339 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.(k)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(l)Change automatic transaxle uid if the vehicle
is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the uid does not require changing.
(m)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
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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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Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 381.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the
regular brake. SeeParking Brake on
page 135.Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if it
starts.
3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start
the engine in each gear. The vehicle should
start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the
vehicle starts in any other position, contact
your GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
On manual transaxle vehicles, put the
shift lever in NEUTRAL, push the clutch pedal
down halfway, and try to start the engine.
The vehicle should start only when the clutch
pedal is pushed down all the way to the
oor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal
is not pushed all the way down, contact your
GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
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Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control
System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle. It should be parked
on a level surface.2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking
Brake on page 135.
Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON,
but do not start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift
lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the
shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact
your GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
Ignition Automatic Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set,
try to turn the ignition to OFF in each shift lever
position.
The ignition should turn to OFF only when the
shift lever is in PARK (P).
The ignition key should come out only in OFF.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service
is required.
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Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle
Park (P) Mechanism Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your
vehicle could begin to move. You or
others could be injured and property
could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of your vehicle in case it
begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle
begin to move.Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular
brake, set the parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and transaxle in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure
from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the
vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding
ability: With the engine running, shift to
PARK (P). Then release the parking brake
followed by the regular brake.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
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Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 368
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps...................364, 365, 367
Buying New Tires........................................ 383
C
Calibration..........................................143, 145
California Fuel............................................. 311
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 309
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 424
Carbon Monoxide..............113, 140, 282, 296
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 408
Your CD Player........................................ 250
Your CDs ................................................. 250
Center Console Storage Area...................... 150
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL).........................363, 364
Chains, Tire................................................. 389
Charging System Light................................ 199Check
Engine Light............................................ 204
Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 316
Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. 412
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 53
Infants and Young Children........................ 49
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children....... 60
Older Children........................................... 46
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position................................. 69
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 71
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 58
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 410
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 409
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 406
Finish Care.............................................. 409
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 404
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 407
Leather.................................................... 407
Tires........................................................ 411
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Dome Lamp................................................ 179
Door
Automatic Door Lock................................ 110
Delayed Locking...................................... 110
Door Ajar Reminder................................. 109
Locks....................................................... 108
Power Door Locks................................... 109
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock....... 111
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 111
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 27
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 209
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 209
DIC Vehicle Personalization..................... 216
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 212
Driving
At Night................................................... 272
City.......................................................... 277
Defensive................................................. 254
Drunken................................................... 255
Freeway................................................... 278
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 280
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 274
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 288
Winter...................................................... 282E
Easy Entry Seat............................................ 17
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 415
Engine Compartment Fuse Block............. 418
Fuses...................................................... 415
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 416
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 415
Rear Compartment Fuse Block ................ 421
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 415
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 330
Battery..................................................... 355
Check and Service Engine Soon Light........ 204
Coolant.................................................... 339
Coolant Heater......................................... 128
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 203
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 444
Engine Compartment Overview ................ 318
Exhaust................................................... 140
Oil ........................................................... 325
Oil Life System........................................ 328
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G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 203
Fuel......................................................... 208
Speedometer........................................... 194
Tachometer.............................................. 194
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 310
Specications........................................... 310
Glove Box................................................... 150
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 455
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 166
Head Restraints............................................ 15
Headlamps.................................................. 174
Automatic Headlamp System.................... 177
Bulb Replacement.................................... 361
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 176
Delayed................................................... 176
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 169
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 361Headlamps (cont.)
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps........... 362
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 169
On Reminder........................................... 175
Headlamps Off in Park (P).......................... 175
Heated Seats................................................ 11
Heater................................................182, 187
Highbeam On Light..................................... 208
High-Speed Operation, Tires........................ 381
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 280
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 280
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 316
Release................................................... 317
Horn............................................................ 167
How to Use This Manual ................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 27
Hydraulic Clutch.......................................... 338
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Ignition Positions......................................... 122
Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 49
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 379
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