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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1258 (PROGRAMMING AND SETUP - ALL SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTHEFT DETERRENT MODULE PROGRAMMING AND SETUP (N. AMERICA EXCEPT CANADA)THEFT DETERRENT MODULE REPLACEMENT USING NEW KEYS
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Theft Deterrent Module Replacement Using New Keys
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Theft Deterrent Module Replacement Using New Keys
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Use this procedure only if replacing the TDM using new vehicle keys.
The TDM must be replaced prior to beginning this procedure.
The TDM must be replaced prior to beginning this procedure.
- Connect a scan tool to the vehicle.
- With a new, unlearned, vehicle key, turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- With a scan tool, select Theft Deterrent Module in the Vehicle Control Systems Module Setup data list.
- Select Step 1.
- Select Use New Keys.
- Navigate to key data on scan tool to show how many keys are learned - should be zero at this point
- Remove key from ignition, re-insert key, turn key to run (observe on scan tool that keys learned is 1) Make sure to have all keys available during the learn procedure.
- Repeat step 7 for all other keys (must be completed within 10 seconds after turning ignition off for each key). Now existing keys will be learned (observed on scan tool the number of keys learned increments for each key). If addition keys are not learned (10 second timer between cycling ignition off/on expired), then use the add key procedure.
- Perform 30 minute or 10 minute learn for the ECM to learn the new fuel continue password.
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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.