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The worst complaints are steering, lights, and accessories interior problems. The 2008 pontiac g6 has 34 nhtsa complaints for the engine at 91,299 miles average. In this video am checking it at pressure test port. There is a strong odor of gas coming from my 2008 pontiac g6 do you know if there is a recall. May 23, 2016 this explains in depth how to remove the center console and gear shift trim for a 20062010 pontiac g6.
My 2006 g6 s clutch burnt out with over 50 k a few years ago. Apr 30, 2014 2008 pontiac g5 recalls view 2008 pontiac g5 recalls on production vehicles at. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location, your vehicles make and model, and even your. More than likely it sounds like your low on fluid at least a 12 to a whole quart. I was more aggressive than usual but not hot rodding having driven primarily manual transmission for 40 years i have never burnt a clutch. Pontiac g6 recalls and complaints can be searched here. See how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in your 2009 pontiac g6 gt 3. Transmission cooler lines at the transmission were leaking. Pontiac g6 transmission leak inspection cost estimate. Pontiac g6 2008, high performance transmission oil cooler kit by hayden. To see how frequently pontiac g6 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Official recalls have been issued for the 2008 pontiac g6 by the nhtsa. Has sense received the two recall letters bcmtransmission but dealership is.
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The recall summary will inform you of the consequences for having a defective component. Shortage of electric causing failure to power lockswindows. Jul 21, 2014 2008 pontiac g6 recalls view 2008 pontiac g6 recalls on production vehicles at. Sluggish shifting or hesitancy shifting gears can indicate a transmission fluid leak in you 2009 pontiac g6 gt 3. The worst complaints are transmission not shifting properly, doesnt drive in first gear, and hole in transmission. Why is my pontiac g6 leaking transmission fluid answers. Each recall record lists the failing product and the corrective action taken.
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Sep 10, 2018 my pontiac g6 2008 started having acceleration problems. Since these are sealed units it should be taken to the dealership to have looked at. The video above shows how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in a 2007 pontiac g6. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate. This explains in depth how to remove the center console and gear shift trim for a 20062010 pontiac g6.
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