2009 PONTIAC G6 bulb

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Sedan)
A. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal
B. Sidemarker Lamp
C. Back-up Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
2. Remove the convenience net.
3. Remove the wing nuts holding the trunk trim.4. Remove the two nuts that hold the taillamp
assembly.
5. Remove the taillamp assembly.
6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove.
7. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
8. Push the new bulb straight in until it clicks.
9. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall.
10. Reinstall the taillamp assembly and the two nuts
that hold the taillamp assembly.
11. Reinstall the wing nuts holding the trunk trim.
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Coupe)
A. Sidemarker Lamp
B. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp
C. Back-up Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
2. Remove the convenience net.3. Remove the two wing nuts from the trunk trim and
pull back the trunk trim to expose the hex nuts.
4. Remove the three hex nuts retaining the taillamp
assembly.
5. Pull the assembly off to the side to release it from
the rear of the vehicle.
6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove
from the taillamp assembly.
7. Pull the bulb from the socket.
8. Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks.
9. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall into the
taillamp assembly.
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10. Push the taillamp assembly back into the rear of
the vehicle.
11. Reinstall the three hex nuts retaining the taillamp
assembly.
12. Reinstall the trunk trim and the two wing nuts.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
(Retractable Hardtop)
A. Sidemarker Lamp
B. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn Signal Lamp
C. Back-up LampTo replace one of these bulbs:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
2. Locate the three rubber covers in the trunk trim,
near the taillamp assembly and remove them.
3. Remove the two nuts and one bolt retaining the
taillamp assembly.
4. Pull off the taillamp assembly to the side to release
it from the vehicle.
5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove.
6. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket.
7. Push the new bulb straight in until it clicks.
8. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall.
9. Push the taillamp assembly back into place.
10. Reinstall the two nuts and one bolt retaining the
taillamp assembly.
11. Reinstall the trunk trim and three rubber covers.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace the license plate lamp bulb:
1. Remove the license plate assembly by turning the
two screws counterclockwise.
2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp forward
through the fascia opening.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the
bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Push the new bulb in and turn it clockwise to install.
5. Replace the license plate lamp by pushing it through
the fascia opening.
6. Turn the two screws that hold the license plate
lamp clockwise to reinstall.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Coupe and Retractable Hardtop 921
Sedan 3057K
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)912***
Front Parking and Turn
Signal Lamp3157KX
Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamp 194
License Plate Lamp 168
Headlamps
High-Beam Lamp H9
Low-Beam Lamp H11
Stoplamp, Taillamp and Turn
Signal Lamp3057K*
Sidemarker, Stoplamp, Taillamp
and Turn Signal Lamp3157K**
*Coupe and Sedan only
**Retractable Hardtop only
***Sedan Only
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your
dealer/retailer.
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Audio System (cont.)
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-69
Radio Reception..........................................3-69
Setting the Clock.........................................3-53
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-68
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-70
Audio System(s).............................................3-54
Automatic Climate Control System.....................3-24
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-10
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-15
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-29
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-70
Battery..........................................................5-45
Electric Power Management..........................3-17
Run-Down Protection...................................3-18
Bench Seat, Split (60/40).................................1-12
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-6
Brake Fluid....................................................5-42
Brakes..........................................................5-42
System Warning Light..................................3-34Braking........................................................... 4-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-6
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-21
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-51
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-51
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-51
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-52
License Plate Lamps....................................5-57
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-57
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps ....................................5-54, 5-55, 5-56
Buying New Tires...........................................5-78C
Calibration.....................................................2-38
California Fuel.................................................. 5-7
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-5
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-118
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-12, 2-35, 4-17
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Fog Lamp
Fog ...........................................................3-15
Fuel............................................................... 5-6
Additives...................................................... 5-8
California Fuel.............................................. 5-7
Driving for Better Economy............................. 4-2
E85 (85% Ethanol)........................................ 5-8
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-12
Filling the Tank...........................................5-10
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-9
Gage .........................................................3-42
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-7
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-7
Low Warning Light.......................................3-42
Fuses..........................................................5-110
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................5-112
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-110
Rear Compartment Fuse Block....................5-115
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-109
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-37
Fuel..........................................................3-42
Speedometer..............................................3-30
Tachometer.................................................3-30Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-7
Specications............................................... 5-7
Glove Box.....................................................2-43
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-7
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-2
Headlamp
Aiming .......................................................5-51
Headlamps....................................................3-13
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-51
Daytime Running Lamp................................3-14
Delayed.....................................................3-14
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-51
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-52
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-13
Headlamps Off in Park....................................3-14
Heated Seats................................................... 1-6
Heater...................................................3-20, 3-24
Engine Coolant...........................................2-25
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-4
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-6
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-89
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-87
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-57
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-14
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-15
General Motors...........................................7-15
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-76
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................1-77
Retained Accessory Power...............................2-22
Retractable Hardtop........................................2-44
Lowering....................................................2-44
Raising......................................................2-47
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-20
Routing, Engine Drive Belt...............................6-15
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................2-36S
Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-31
Safety Belts
Care of ....................................................5-104
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-19
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-28
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-35
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Seatback Latches............................................. 1-9
Seats
60/40 Split Bench Seat.................................1-12
Easy Entry Seat..........................................1-10
Heated Seats............................................... 1-6
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-5
Power Lift Seat...........................................1-12
Power Seat.................................................. 1-5
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-6
Seatback Latches.......................................... 1-9
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................1-56
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-58
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