Installation Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Battery Positive Cable Extension Cable
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  1. Install the battery positive cable extension cable (1) to the vehicle.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Battery Positive Cable Extension Cable Lead & Positive Battery Cable.
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  3. Install the battery positive cable extension cable lead (3) to the positive battery cable.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the battery positive cable extension cable nut (2).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  6. Close the positive battery cable (1) cover.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Battery Positive Cable Extension Cable Bolt
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  8. Install the battery positive cable extension cable bolt (1).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  9. Fig 4: View Of 36-Volt Terminal Block & Nuts
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  10. Place a NEW terminal block seal onto the generator control module.
  11. Position the 36-volt terminal block (2) to the generator control module.
  12. Install the 36-volt terminal block nuts (1) to the generator control module.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  13. Fig 5: View Of Generator Control Module Cover & Integral Bolts
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  14. Place the generator control module cover (2) on top of the generator control module and tighten the bolts (1).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  15. Fig 6: View Of Generator Control Module Bracket Reinforcement Bolt & Nuts
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  16. Install the generator control module bracket reinforcement (3).
  17. Install the generator control module bracket reinforcement bolt (1) and nuts (2).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolt/nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  18. Fig 7: Identifying Battery Positive Cable Fuse
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  19. Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors (2) to the generator control module.
  20. Install the 2 CPA retainers (3).
  21. Connect the hybrid battery. Refer to Hybrid Battery Service Disconnect/ConnectΒ .
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.