How does the starter relay work on a Pontiac G6?
For the 2003 through 2008 model years, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or Engine Control Module (ECM) controls the starter relay based on input from the key switch. When the ignition switch is held in the start position for 0.4 seconds, the PCM/ECM start timer is activated.
How can you tell if your starter relay is bad?
The most obvious warning sign that a problem with the starter relay exists is when the vehicle won’t start when you engage the ignition process. As stated above, electronic keys do not have a manual ignition switch. However, when powered, it should send a signal to the starter relay once the key is turned or the starter button is pressed.
Why is the crank on my Pontiac G6 not working?
When the ignition switch is turned to the Start position, the body control module (BCM) receives battery voltage on the ignition 1 voltage circuit, and less than 5 volts on the off/run/crank voltage circuit. The BCM supplies voltage to energize the RUN/CRANK Relay 32.
What to do if your G6 wont start?
Re: I got a 09 pontiac g6 wont start.there is no crank no… You have know idea how the starting system works , an with the engine light on your best bet would be to have it towed to a qualified repair shop .
For the 2003 through 2008 model years, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or Engine Control Module (ECM) controls the starter relay based on input from the key switch. When the ignition switch is held in the start position for 0.4 seconds, the PCM/ECM start timer is activated.
Why does my Pontiac G6 GT not start?
My wife’s 2010 G6 GT is having this exact problem. Every other day or so, the car will crank but not start. The temporary fix is removing and reseating the fuel pump relay in the trunk fuse box. It will go several start cycles but will fail again within a few days.
The most obvious warning sign that a problem with the starter relay exists is when the vehicle won’t start when you engage the ignition process. As stated above, electronic keys do not have a manual ignition switch. However, when powered, it should send a signal to the starter relay once the key is turned or the starter button is pressed.
Why is my fuel pump not working on my Pontiac G6?
The real problem is the fuse box overheating and causing the relay to the fuel pump to not work once in a while. Pontiac G6s are junk. Electrical nightmares. It is the fuse box in the trunk. Replace it. There is a short that will bet worse. Mine took out the fuel pump. 0 5 Pontiac G6 overheating. Not sure why. Not using much water.