2010 PONTIAC G6 keyless

Instrument Panel..............................................1-2
Initial Drive Information....................................1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................1-4
Remote Vehicle Start......................................1-4
Door Locks....................................................1-5
Trunk Release...............................................1-5
Windows.......................................................1-6
Seat Adjustment.............................................1-6
Safety Belt....................................................1-9
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag...............1-9
Mirror Adjustment.........................................1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment............................1-11
Interior Lighting............................................1-11
Exterior Lighting...........................................1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer...............................1-12
Climate Controls...........................................1-13Vehicle Features.............................................1-14
Radio(s)......................................................1-14
Satellite Radio..............................................1-15
Portable Audio Devices..................................1-15
Steering Wheel Controls................................1-16
Bluetooth
®...................................................1-16
Cruise Control..............................................1-17
Power Outlets..............................................1-17
Performance and Maintenance.........................1-18
Traction Control System (TCS).......................1-18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)....................1-18
Tire Pressure Monitor....................................1-19
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit....................1-19
Engine Oil Life System..................................1-20
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)................................1-20
Driving for Better Fuel Economy.....................1-21
Roadside Assistance Program........................1-21
OnStar
®......................................................1-22
Section 1 In Brief
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Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some of
the important features that may or may not be on your
specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the
features which can be found later in this owner manual.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock
the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the
vehicle.
Press
Kto unlock the
driver door. Press again
within five seconds to
unlock all remaining doors.Press
Qto lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
Press and hold
Vfor approximately one second to
open the trunk.
Press
Land release to locate the vehicle.
Press
Land hold for three seconds to sound the panic
alarm.
Press
Lagain to cancel the panic alarm.
SeeKeys on page 3-2andRemote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation on page 3-3.
Remote Vehicle Start
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press
Q.
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and
hold
/until the turn signal lamps flash.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on
and remain on as long as the engine is running. The
doors will be locked and the climate control system may
come on.
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The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat
the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote
start can be extended only once.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start:
•Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
and hold
/until the parking lamps turn off.
•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
•Turn the ignition switch on and then back to off.
SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 3-5.
Door Locks
Manual Locks
Pull up or push down on the manual door lock knob
located inside the vehicle, on the windowsill to lock or
unlock a door.
SeeDoor Locks on page 3-8.
Power Door Locks
T
:Press the top of the switch to lock both doors.
Press the bottom of the switch to unlock both doors.
For more information, see:
•Power Door Locks on page 3-8.
•Delayed Locking on page 3-9.
•Automatic Door Lock on page 3-9.
Trunk Release
In addition to the trunk release button on the RKE
transmitter, there is a remote release
Vbutton located
on the driver door near the map pocket.
SeeTrunk on page 3-11andRemote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation on page 3-3.
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Keys...............................................................3-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................3-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation...................................................3-3
Remote Vehicle Start......................................3-5
Doors and Locks.............................................3-8
Door Locks....................................................3-8
Power Door Locks..........................................3-8
Door Ajar Reminder........................................3-9
Delayed Locking.............................................3-9
Automatic Door Lock.......................................3-9
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock.............3-10
Rear Door Security Locks..............................3-10
Lockout Protection........................................3-11
Trunk..........................................................3-11
Windows........................................................3-13
Power Windows............................................3-14
Sun Visors...................................................3-16
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................3-16
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................3-16
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer.............3-18
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation.................................................3-18
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................3-20
New Vehicle Break-In....................................3-20
Ignition Positions..........................................3-20
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................3-21Starting the Engine.......................................3-21
Engine Coolant Heater..................................3-23
Automatic Transmission Operation...................3-24
Parking Brake..............................................3-29
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)......3-30
Shifting Out of Park......................................3-31
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................3-32
Engine Exhaust............................................3-32
Running the Vehicle While Parked..................3-33
Mirrors...........................................................3-34
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................3-34
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror................3-34
Compass.....................................................3-35
Outside Power Mirrors...................................3-36
Outside Convex Mirror...................................3-36
Storage Areas................................................3-37
Glove Box...................................................3-37
Cupholders..................................................3-37
Center Console Storage.................................3-37
Convenience Net..........................................3-37
Sunroof.........................................................3-37
Retractable Hardtop........................................3-38
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop...................3-38
Raising the Retractable Hardtop......................3-41
Section 3 Features and Controls
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
SeeRadio Frequency Statement on page 8-18for
information regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and
RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this:
•Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far
from the vehicle. Stand closer during rainy or
snowy weather.
•Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
•Check the transmitter’s battery. See “Battery
Replacement” later in this section.
•If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see
your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician for
service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions
work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.
There are other conditions which can affect the
performance of the transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 3-3.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):For vehicles with this
feature, press to operate the remote start feature.
SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 3-5. With Remote Start
Shown, Without Remote
Start Similar
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The remote start feature needs to be reset after your
vehicle’s engine is started two times using the
transmitter’s remote start button. To reset the remote
start feature, insert the vehicle’s key into the ignition
switch and turn it to ON/RUN. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 3-20for information regarding the ignition
positions on your vehicle.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE
transmitter functions will have an increased range
of operation. However, the range may be less while the
vehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect the
performance of the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 3-3for additional
information.
/(Remote Start):This button will be on the
RKE transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button,
then immediately press and hold the transmitter’s
remote start button until the vehicle’s turn signal
lamps flash.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn
on and remain on while the engine is running.3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been
driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is still
running, to extend the engine running time by
10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert
and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
The engine will shut off automatically after 10 minutes,
unless a time extension has been done or the
vehicle’s key is inserted into the ignition switch and
turned to ON/RUN.
To manually shut off a remote start:
•Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
and release the remote start button.
•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
•Turn the ignition switch ON/RUN and then
LOCK/OFF.
The parking lamps will turn off to indicate the engine
is off.
Your vehicle’s engine can be started two times, per
ignition cycle, using the transmitter’s remote start
feature.
If the remote start procedure is used again before the
first 10 minute time frame has ended, the first 10 minutes
will immediately expire and the second 10 minute time
frame will start.
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Doors and Locks
Door Locks
{WARNING:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
•Passengers, especially children, can easily
open the doors and fall out of a moving
vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle
will not open it. The chance of being thrown
out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the
doors are not locked. So, all passengers
should wear safety belts properly and the
doors should be locked whenever the vehicle
is driven.
•Young children who get into unlocked vehicles
may be unable to get out. A child can be
overcome by extreme heat and can suffer
permanent injuries or even death from heat
stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever
leaving it.
WARNING: (Continued)
WARNING: (Continued)
•
Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down or stop
your vehicle. Locking your doors can help
prevent this from happening.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.
From the outside, use your key or, if your vehicle has
one, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door.
Turn the key clockwise to lock the door.
From the inside, use the manual lock knobs or the
power lock switches.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock switches are located on the
driver’s and front passenger’s door.
Press the outboard side of the switch to unlock all doors.
Press the inboard side of the switch to lock all doors.
The rear doors do not have power door lock switches.
Rear seat passengers must use the manual lock
knob on their doors.
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Door Ajar Reminder
A chime will sound and the DOOR AJAR message will
display if one of the doors is not fully closed. This
happens when the ignition is on and the shift lever is
moved out of P (Park) or N (Neutral). SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 4-42.
Delayed Locking
This feature lets the driver to delay the locking of the
vehicle. It will not operate with the key in the ignition.
SeeLockout Protection on page 3-11.
Press the driver’s power door lock switch or the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter lock button once.
With the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s
door open, the following will occur:
•Three chimes will sound to signal the delay.
•All doors will lock and the turn signals will flash
once five seconds after the last door has been
closed.
•The horn will chirp if the horn chirp feature is
enabled. SeeDIC Operation and Displays on
page 4-40.If a door is opened before the five seconds has ended,
the doors will not lock until five seconds after all
doors are closed.
If the power door lock switch or the transmitter lock
button is pressed twice when leaving the vehicle, the
doors will lock immediately.
If the power door unlock switch or the transmitter unlock
button is pressed, the doors will unlock immediately
and do not lock automatically after the doors are closed.
This feature is turned on at the factory but may be
turned off through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
SeeDIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4-47.
Automatic Door Lock
Your vehicle is programmed at the factory to lock all
doors automatically when the following are met:
•All doors are closed.
•The ignition is on.
•The shift lever is moved out of P (Park).
This feature cannot be disabled.
If someone needs to exit the vehicle once the doors are
locked, have that person use the manual lock knob
or power door unlock switch.
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