2009 PONTIAC G6 Owners Manual

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 3-46for more
information.
The hardtop will not operate if the vehicle has an
electrical failure. If an electrical failure occurs, see
your dealer/retailer for service.
If your vehicle has an electrical failure while operating
the hardtop, and must be towed to a dealer/retailer for
service, your vehicle should be towed by atbed with the
vehicle facing backwards. Consult your dealer/retailer or
professional towing service if you need to have your
disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance
Program on page 7-7.Raising the Retractable Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface, and shift the transmission
into (P) Park. The vehicle must be in (P) Park,
and the engine must be running, or the ignition
turned to the ON/RUN 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.
2-47

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
LOCK/OFF during the opening or closing of the
retractable hardtop. Always completely open or
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
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.
To raise the hardtop, pull and hold the switch until the
cycle is complete.
2-48

As the switch is being pulled, 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 3-46for more information.After the hardtop has raised completely, release the
switch. If you continue to pull the switch for about
two seconds after the hardtop has raised completely,
the windows will automatically close.
If the switch is released before the hardtop cycle is
complete, the cycle will stop and the Driver Information
Center (DIC) will display the TOP NOT SECURE
message. Always pull 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 3-46for more information.
The hardtop will not operate if the vehicle has an
electrical failure. If an electrical failure occurs, see
your dealer/retailer for service.
If your vehicle must be towed to a dealer/retailer for
service, your vehicle should be towed by atbed with the
vehicle facing backwards. Consult your dealer/retailer
or professional towing service if you need to have your
disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance
Program on page 7-7.
2-49

✍NOTES
2-50

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-8
Windshield Washer.........................................3-9
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Headlamps..................................................3-13
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-13
Headlamps Off in Park..................................3-14
Delayed Headlamps......................................3-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-14
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-15
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Courtesy Lamps...........................................3-16
Dome Lamps ...............................................3-16
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-16
Parade Dimming...........................................3-17
Reading Lamps............................................3-17
Trunk Lamp.................................................3-17
Electric Power Management...........................3-17
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-18Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-19
Climate Controls............................................3-20
Climate Control System.................................3-20
Automatic Climate Control System...................3-24
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-28
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-28
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-29
Speedometer and Odometer..........................
.3-30
Trip Odometer..............................................3-30
Tachometer.................................................3-30
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-31
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-32
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-33
Charging System Light..................................3-34
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-34
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light.....3-35
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light...........................................3-36
Traction Control System (TCS)
Active Light..............................................3-36
StabiliTrak
®Not Ready Light..........................3-36
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light.............................3-36
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-37
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-37
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-38
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-40
Section 3 Instrument Panel
3-1

Security Light...............................................3-41
Cruise Control Light......................................3-41
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-41
Fuel Gage...................................................3-42
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-42
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-42
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-43
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-46
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-50Audio System(s).............................................3-52
Setting the Clock..........................................3-53
Radio(s)......................................................3-54
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-66
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-68
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-68
Radio Reception...........................................3-69
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-69
Backglass Antenna.......................................3-70
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-70
Section 3 Instrument Panel
3-2

✍NOTES
3-3

Instrument Panel Overview
3-4