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2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Circuit/System Testing
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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For steps 5-8, perform the tests on each of the disconnected coax cables.
Rear Glass Antenna Testing
- Inspect the radio antenna module grounding surfaces and the mounting hardware for any corrosion that may cause a poor ground.
- If corrosion is noted, clean the grounding surfaces or hardware.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the radio antenna module.
- Radio ON, test for B+ between the signal circuit terminal 1 and ground.
- If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
- Disconnect both coax cables from the radio and the radio antenna module.
- Test for infinite resistance between the antenna coax center terminal and ground.
- If less than the specified value, replace the antenna coax.
- Test for less than 5 ohms on the antenna coax center terminal from end to end.
- If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
- Test for less than 5 ohms on the antenna coax outer shield from end to end.
- If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
- Test for infinite resistance between the coax center terminal and the outer shield.
- If less than the specified value, replace the antenna coax.
- Radio ON, verify the radio reception has improved.
- If there is still poor reception, replace the antenna module.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the radio.
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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.