Do you put the top down on a Pontiac G6?
WHATEVER YOU DO DO NOT PUT THE TOP DOWN UNTIL YOU HAVE IT FILLED! If you do then you will have to remove the trunk, backseat, 5 actuator pins and many other parts to your car just to manually close the lid. It is literally the worst job I have ever done on a car! I would rather change and engine.
Are there any problems with my Pontiac G6 convertible?
I have an ’06 G6 convertible with 70k miles on it. Physically, the car is in immaculate shape, but I seem to be having some new problems with it! The biggest and most concerning is with the convertible top. At the end of the summer, the top would “pop” open when i went to put it down, but it would not lift up and go down.
Why does my G6 GT top not lift?
First check the coolant level in the reservoir. The switch or relay may be bad if it only works in one direction. I have a 2007 G6 GT and my top will go as far as lifting the trunk lid but the top won’t lift off the windshield. I used to be able to push the button in the opposite direction and at least close it.
Where is the power steering fluid in a Pontiac G6?
Get ONLY GM 88801975 Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid. There is a plastic fill tank in the trunk under the plastic liner. You must take out the pop nuts remove the plastic liner then with a funnel fill the white plastic tank until it gets to the full mark.
Is the hard top on a G6 GT retractable?
There is a GM paper #07-08-67-010B: Retractable Hard Top Switch Diagnosis I found. It requires a Tech 2 to poll the computer for error codes. I would love to find a shop to fix this. I have a 2007 G6 GT and my top will go as far as lifting the trunk lid but the top won’t lift off the windshield.
What to do if your convertible top goes out?
Many times the “o” rings go out on the lines and need replaced. WHATEVER YOU DO DO NOT PUT THE TOP DOWN UNTIL YOU HAVE IT FILLED! If you do then you will have to remove the trunk, backseat, 5 actuator pins and many other parts to your car just to manually close the lid.
WHATEVER YOU DO DO NOT PUT THE TOP DOWN UNTIL YOU HAVE IT FILLED! If you do then you will have to remove the trunk, backseat, 5 actuator pins and many other parts to your car just to manually close the lid. It is literally the worst job I have ever done on a car! I would rather change and engine.
I have an ’06 G6 convertible with 70k miles on it. Physically, the car is in immaculate shape, but I seem to be having some new problems with it! The biggest and most concerning is with the convertible top. At the end of the summer, the top would “pop” open when i went to put it down, but it would not lift up and go down.
First check the coolant level in the reservoir. The switch or relay may be bad if it only works in one direction. I have a 2007 G6 GT and my top will go as far as lifting the trunk lid but the top won’t lift off the windshield. I used to be able to push the button in the opposite direction and at least close it.
Many times the “o” rings go out on the lines and need replaced. WHATEVER YOU DO DO NOT PUT THE TOP DOWN UNTIL YOU HAVE IT FILLED! If you do then you will have to remove the trunk, backseat, 5 actuator pins and many other parts to your car just to manually close the lid.
What are the problems with a convertible top?
The biggest and most concerning is with the convertible top. At the end of the summer, the top would “pop” open when i went to put it down, but it would not lift up and go down. When i would reverse the button to close it, it closes and locks back up with ease.
There is a GM paper #07-08-67-010B: Retractable Hard Top Switch Diagnosis I found. It requires a Tech 2 to poll the computer for error codes. I would love to find a shop to fix this. I have a 2007 G6 GT and my top will go as far as lifting the trunk lid but the top won’t lift off the windshield.
Get ONLY GM 88801975 Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid. There is a plastic fill tank in the trunk under the plastic liner. You must take out the pop nuts remove the plastic liner then with a funnel fill the white plastic tank until it gets to the full mark.
When did the Pontiac G6 come out in the US?
Pontiac G6. The Pontiac G6 is a midsize car that was produced by General Motors under the Pontiac brand. It was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year to replace the Grand Am. The car was built on the GM Epsilon platform which it shared with the Chevrolet Malibu and Saab 9-3 along with other General Motors vehicles.
Pontiac G6. The Pontiac G6 is a midsize car that was produced by General Motors under the Pontiac brand. It was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year to replace the Grand Am. The car was built on the GM Epsilon platform which it shared with the Chevrolet Malibu and Saab 9-3 along with other General Motors vehicles.
Why is the top on my Pontiac G6 not closing?
The lid opened, top started up to close, but would lock & not shut. The dealership (former Pontiac) discovered that the bracket that the hinge was wielded to the roof on was broken. I had to have a whole new roof installed.
Can you put a convertible top on a G6 GT?
I have a 2007 G6 GT and my top will go as far as lifting the trunk lid but the top won’t lift off the windshield. I used to be able to push the button in the opposite direction and at least close it. But now I have to wait until gravity slowly closes the trunk lid, then pressing the switch it will complete the operation and secure the top.
What kind of transmission does a Pontiac G6 have?
Matched to a four-speed automatic transmission, the GT featured TAPshift, where the driver could select the gears manually. Base models were well equipped, featuring power locks, windows and mirrors with keyless entry, six-speaker CD stereo, power drivers seat, air conditioning and split folding rear seat.
Why does my Pontiac G6 trunk not open?
The ground is through the latch, itself. If anything has gotten on the body portion of the latch and the trunk was closed, like a towel or plastic bag, that prevents the trunk portion from making metal to metal contact with the body striker, the release won’t activate.