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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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 13 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONTHEFT DETERRENT FEATUREOPERATING MODES
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Operating Modes
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Operating Modes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The theft deterrent feature causes 3 operating modes:
- VULNERABLE (UNARMED) MODE -The radio does not have a 4-digit code stored. If stolen, the radio will operate normally when power is applied.
- SECURE (ARMED) MODE - The radio has a 4-digit code stored. The radio will enter the LOCK (locked) mode if the power between the battery and the radio is interrupted for more than 20 seconds.
- LOCK (LOCKED) MODE - The radio has been removed from power for more than 20 seconds or the wrong 4-digit code has been entered while in the SEC (armed) mode.
IMPORTANT:
Before performing service on a vehicle, verify the theft deterrent feature is in the VULNERABLE (unarmed) mode. This check is made by the following steps:
- Turn the ignition ON. Radio OFF.
- Press and hold preset buttons 1 and 2 for 5 seconds.
- If SEC (armed), a 4-digit number will appear on the radio display. This number is NOT the customer's code. Ask the customer to disarm the feature by following the procedure given in the owner's manual. The procedure is the same procedure used for activating the theft deterrent feature.
- If no number appears, the theft deterrent feature is VULNERABLE (unarmed) and service may be performed.
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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.