[MikeFL]

I've been searching around but can't find a picture/diagram of where the fusible link locations are for a 2008 G6. The car isn't starting but is getting power to most of the car except the radio and starter. Jumping the starter directly will start the car so I'm guessing there's an issue with the fusible link? All the regular fuses/relays are good. Does anyone have a diagram/picture of these the fusible links are for an '08 G?

Thanks,
Mike

 

[CruisinG6]

The fusible link is normally a section of wire with a specific gauge that's in the path of the normal wires.
Which engine do you have? I can pull a starter diagram, not every g6 has fusible links protecting the starter and alternator.

 

[MikeFL]

Hey Cruisin, it's the 3.5L V6.

Thanks,
Mike

 

[CruisinG6]

Looks like there's only one fusible link, and it's protecting the alternator from everything else. Between the battery and starter it's just a cable.

Check the starter fuse #26 and the relay #31.
If the fuse is good and the relay is working properly then the next easy step would probably be the neutral safety switch.

There have been recalls on some year G6s for the shifter, there's a chance it could be related.

 

[Ab0440888]

Hi my name is Ashley I have an 05 Pontiac g6 and last summer my starter had problems I replaced that and then my car started losing power the power steering went out the radio messed up so I thought it was an alternator replace alternator in the battery and then my stepdad fixed the wire by the starter and it started working good just recently it did it again replaced the starter the alternator the battery couldn't figure out why it keeps doing that I'm not a mechanic my stepdad is but I'm away from him and my car broke down today again because even though I replaced all those I started losing power again is there any way you go can walk me through it or a diagram or something I just recently got my two oldest daughters back and I have four kids and I'm kind of stuck and I don't know how to fix it and I took it to the shop the other day and they are not that smart about it and told me to just drive it because there was no lights on at the time because it was relying on the brand new batteries a voltage but I'm stuck with the car broke down somewhere I'm just really frustrated at this point on what to do

 

[Ab0440888]

I forgot to mention that I had to replace the starter again in the alternator in the battery so I just replaced all those things again

 

[Milkshake]

I forgot to mention that I had to replace the starter again in the alternator in the battery so I just replaced all those things again

Sorry to hear about your situation and hope you were able to get it resolved. I'm currently going through what you described. I just replaced the battery, alternator, and starter, but it didn't help.

 

[Milkshake]

Looks like there's only one fusible link, and it's protecting the alternator from everything else. Between the battery and starter it's just a cable.

Check the starter fuse #26 and the relay #31.
If the fuse is good and the relay is working properly then the next easy step would probably be the neutral safety switch.

There have been recalls on some year G6s for the shifter, there's a chance it could be related.

Wouldn't it not be the neutral safety switch if he was able to start the car with a new battery? And when the fuse link is bad, are you able to see it or do you just have to test for continuity?

 

[Hillr420]

The fusible link is normally a section of wire with a specific gauge that's in the path of the normal wires.
Which engine do you have? I can pull a starter diagram, not every g6 has fusible links protecting the starter and alternator.

I am having the same issue with my 2010 G6 V6 engine. There's a continuity wire running from the positive cable to the fuse box would that bey fusible link?

 

[mcfly4408]

I have the same problem still can't figure it out. The stater was bad I replaced it. Then it started but the battery light came on and the car kept dying. So I replaced the alternator. But the same problem keeps happening. The ar keeps dying. Any and all help would be appreciated. It's 06 g6 3.5l

 

[boomer]

If you have a voltmeter, you can test at the battery terminals. When the engine is off you should see something between 11-12 volts for a good battery that is charged. When you have the car running you should be seeing something between 13-14v. The higher voltage indicates that the power from the alternator is reaching the battery and charging it. If you don't see any change in voltage, try measuring the positive output at the alternator. If that is showing the 13-14v then you have a strong indicator the alternator is working and that the problem may be in the wiring. Also, if you have an auto parts store nearby, you could get them to test the battery which they will usually do for free.

Hope this helps.

 

[mcfly4408]

If you have a voltmeter, you can test at the battery terminals. When the engine is off you should see something between 11-12 volts for a good battery that is charged. When you have the car running you should be seeing something between 13-14v. The higher voltage indicates that the power from the alternator is reaching the battery and charging it. If you don't see any change in voltage, try measuring the positive output at the alternator. If that is showing the 13-14v then you have a strong indicator the alternator is working and that the problem may be in the wiring. Also, if you have an auto parts store nearby, you could get them to test the battery which they will usually do for free.

Hope this helps.

I took the battery into get charged and then they tested it last night. I'm going to go get a voltmeter and in the morning and then I will go from there with what you said from the alternator. Does the car have to be running to test the alternator. And do I use the red cable from the meter on the big wire frome the alternator? And if so where do I put the black on? Thanks

 

[boomer]

You will want the car to be running to test the alternator. If the engine is off and the wiring is good I would expect to see the 11-12v from the battery at the alternator. Please be careful not to allow the test leads to dangle near any moving parts. Personally, I would try the alternator tests with two ground points. The first would be the battery ground and the second would be a metal point on the engine block.

 

[mcfly4408]

Okay thanks I will luk what happens tomorrow.

 

[CherryHasAPontiac]

The FUSIBLE LINK is located in between the starter and the alternator. It's GREEN in color, attached to a RED/BLACK wire that attaches to the alternator from the starter.