How Do You Reset The Check Engine Light On A 2006 Pontiac G6?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  1. Let it go off by itself.
  2. Turn your ignition on and off several times in a row.
  3. Disconnect your battery and reconnect it.
  4. Buy an OBD II scanner (they're relatively inexpensive) and follow the instructions (it's pretty easy)

Can I reset my own check engine light?

The simplest most straightforward way to get rid of the check light is

to drive it for a little bit

, and the light will turn off by itself. Once you drove your car for a couple of days (e.g., usually three days), the check engine light should be gone.

How do I reset my 2006 Pontiac g6?

  1. Turn the ignition to RUN (second position)
  2. Press the INFO button to scroll until the Oil Life displays.
  3. Press the MENU and ENTER (arrow) buttons at the same time to display OIL LIFE RESET.
  4. Press and hold the ENTER (arrow) button until the cluster shows ACKNOWLEDGED.

Where is the reset button on Pontiac g6?

the ‘set/reset' button is

the bottom left button that is an arrow pointing left

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How do I find the code for my Pontiac g6?

  1. Open the glove box of the car. …
  2. Read the last line of the service parts identification sticker below the columns of three-character codes.

How do you change the time in a Pontiac G6?

  1. Press the “Clock” button on the center console in the G6. …
  2. Adjust the hour by turning the adjustment knob to the left or right. …
  3. Press the “Clock” button once again.

How do you reset the oil life on a Pontiac g5?

  1. Turn ignition switch to ON position with engine off.
  2. Press the INFO and RESET buttons on the DIC at the same time to enter the personalization menu.
  3. Press the INFO button to scroll through the menus until you see “Oil-Life Reset”

Why is my Pontiac G6 not starting?

While there are a variety of reasons your Pontiac G6 won't start, the most common 3 are

a dead battery

, an alternator problem, or failed starter.

How do you reset oil life on Pontiac G6?

  1. 1-Turn the ignition to RUN (second position)
  2. 2-Press the INFO button to scroll until the Oil Life displays.
  3. 3-Press the MENU and ENTER (arrow) buttons at the same time to display OIL LIFE RESET.
  4. 4-Press and hold the ENTER (arrow) button until the cluster shows AKNOWLEDGED.

How do you unlock a radio in a Pontiac G6?


Dial 1-800-537-5140 to connect with GM's toll-free radio hotline

. Once you're connected, you'll be asked to provide your vehicle's radio identification number, along with a special dealer access code. You'll then be rewarded with a 4-digit retrieval code, which will allow you to unlock your radio.

Why is my check engine light on in my Pontiac g6?

This indicator is part of the onboard diagnostics (OBD-II) system and in all cases it indicates

a problem with your emissions system

. Basically, it is an emissions monitoring system. A Check Engine indicator will stay solid or blink.

What does engine power reduced mean on Pontiac g6?

A Reduced Power light usually indicates

a fairly serious problem with the throttle system

. When this light illuminates the vehicle will often go into a “safe mode”, which will severely limit the speed of the car and in some cases will render the vehicle un-drivable.

How do you reset the check engine light on a Pontiac Grand Prix?


Insert key

in ignition and take key to full engine start position and hold there for at least 1 minute. (Of course, engine will not start and no instrument lights). Take key back to off, however, it will not remove at this time and be stuck. No problem.

How do you reset the oil light on a 2009 Pontiac G5?

  1. Turn ignition switch to ON position with engine off.
  2. Press the INFO and RESET buttons on the DIC at the same time to enter the personalization menu.
  3. Press the INFO button to scroll through the menus until you see “Oil-Life Reset”

Can a blown fuse prevent car from starting?

A blown fuse in the starter circuit could be the cause of

a no-start problem

. Broken or corroded wiring – Damaged or dirty wires to the battery or to the starter solenoid (or wires that are loose) can prevent sufficient power from reaching the starter.

Can you jump a car with a bad starter?

Jump-starting a car with a bad starter motor

will not help start the engine

. Jump-starting will only boost battery power. A manual transmission car with a bad starter maybe push or tow started but an auto transmission car can not.

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