Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Circuit/System Verification
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Verification
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- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool can communicate with both SOD sensors.
- If the scan tool can not communicate with the left SOD sensor, refer to Left SOD Sensor Malfunction
- If the scan tool can not communicate with the right SOD sensor, refer to Right SOD Sensor Malfunction
- Ignition ON, verify that the SOD system indicators located in the outside rearview mirrors illuminate briefly and turn OFF during the system self test.
- If both SOD indicators do not illuminate briefly during the system self test and the DIC displays SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF, the SOD system has been disabled from the DIC by the driver and is operating normally.
- If both SOD indicators illuminate and remain illuminated after the system self test and the DIC displays CLEAN SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM, check for contamination on the fascia and sensor surface, making sure they are clean.
- If the SOD indicators do not illuminate briefly during the self test, refer to Left SOD Indicator Malfunction or Right SOD Indicator Malfunction .
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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.