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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 101 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESREMOTE START DOES NOT WORKTEST DESCRIPTION
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Test Description
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Test Description
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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
- 2: The remote start enable procedure is contained in the Starting System Description and Operation.
Remote Start Does Not Work
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
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| Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views DEFINITION: The remote vehicle start function does not operate. |
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| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
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Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Enable the remote vehicle start by pressing the Set/Reset button until On is displayed. Was the remote vehicle start option able to be enabled? |
Go to Step 4 | Go to Driver Information Center (DIC) Inoperative in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console |
| 4 | Observe the DIC for remote start related messages. Is there any remote related message displayed? |
Go to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Momentarily turn the ignition key to the start position. Does the engine crank? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Starter Solenoid Does Not Click |
| 6 | Does the engine start? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Engine Cranks but Does Not Run in Engine Controls - 3.8L or Engine Cranks but Does Not Run in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7) |
| 7 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.