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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 7 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 2.4L - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Installation Procedure
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Slide the ECM into the bracket on the front of the battery box.
- Push down on the ECM until the retaining tab snaps into place.
- Connect the ECM harness connectors.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure
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Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Reset the clock and preset radio stations.
- If a NEW ECM was installed, the ECM must be programmed. Refer to Control Module References .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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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.