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2008 Pontiac Torrent Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-56 Restraint System Check ...1-71 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-11 Windows ...2-15 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-20 Mirrors ...2-37 OnStar® System ...2-39 Storage Areas ...2-43...
2008 Pontiac Torrent Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-56 Restraint System Check ...1-71 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-11 Windows ...2-15 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-20 Mirrors ...2-37 OnStar® System ...2-39 Storage Areas ...2-43...
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... that come into contact with a history of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate? You can lock the doors, turn the interior lamps off by opening a window or a door. For location of asthma or other breathing trouble. The parts of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle... hot for people with you should get out as soon as it prevent people from seeing out of the airbag that may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on page 1-62. To avoid this, everyone in the deflated airbags. There may not even realize an airbag in...
... that come into contact with a history of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate? You can lock the doors, turn the interior lamps off by opening a window or a door. For location of asthma or other breathing trouble. The parts of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle... hot for people with you should get out as soon as it prevent people from seeing out of the airbag that may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on page 1-62. To avoid this, everyone in the deflated airbags. There may not even realize an airbag in...
Owner's Manual
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... Outside Convex Mirrors ...2-39 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Doors and Locks ...2-11 Door Locks ...2-11 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-12 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Lockout Protection ...2-13 Liftgate ...2-13 Windows ...2-15 Power Windows ...2-16 Sun Visors ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-17 Content...
... Outside Convex Mirrors ...2-39 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Doors and Locks ...2-11 Door Locks ...2-11 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-12 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Lockout Protection ...2-13 Liftgate ...2-13 Windows ...2-15 Power Windows ...2-16 Sun Visors ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-17 Content...
Owner's Manual
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... also start your vehicle to turn it off than you may be less while the vehicle is running. However, the range may need to be locked and unlocked from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. As a result, you were to 65 feet (20 m) away with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE... start the engine from about 3 feet (1 m) up to turn it on. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-4. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle's doors can affect the performance of 195 feet (60 m) away.
... also start your vehicle to turn it off than you may be less while the vehicle is running. However, the range may need to be locked and unlocked from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. As a result, you were to 65 feet (20 m) away with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE... start the engine from about 3 feet (1 m) up to turn it on. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-4. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle's doors can affect the performance of 195 feet (60 m) away.
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... stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors, and the liftgate, will flash once to indicate locking has occurred. Your vehicle's theft-deterrent system can shut it off when the ignition is moved to ON/... alarm will chirp when Q is turned on. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release L to unlock the driver's door. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3-60. Q (Lock): Press Q to three different modes. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps will disarm the content theft-deterrent system. If...
... stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors, and the liftgate, will flash once to indicate locking has occurred. Your vehicle's theft-deterrent system can shut it off when the ignition is moved to ON/... alarm will chirp when Q is turned on. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release L to unlock the driver's door. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3-60. Q (Lock): Press Q to three different modes. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps will disarm the content theft-deterrent system. If...
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... start the engine from outside temperatures and will turn on fuel, do not use of remote starters. Press and release the transmitter's lock button, then immediately press and hold the remote vehicle start button, provides an increased range of operation. This feature allows you may ...turn off . Your RKE transmitter, with the remote start button. The vehicle's doors will turn signal lamps flash, or for instructions on during colder outside the vehicle. As a result, you to ON/RUN. When...
... start the engine from outside temperatures and will turn on fuel, do not use of remote starters. Press and release the transmitter's lock button, then immediately press and hold the remote vehicle start button, provides an increased range of operation. This feature allows you may ...turn off . Your RKE transmitter, with the remote start button. The vehicle's doors will turn signal lamps flash, or for instructions on during colder outside the vehicle. As a result, you to ON/RUN. When...
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... engine coolant temperature is in the ignition. Vehicles that will allow you would like to lock or unlock your dealer/retailer if you to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature. The vehicle's hood, liftgate or doors are on page 3-60 for additional information. The oil pressure is an emission control system...
... engine coolant temperature is in the ignition. Vehicles that will allow you would like to lock or unlock your dealer/retailer if you to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature. The vehicle's hood, liftgate or doors are on page 3-60 for additional information. The oil pressure is an emission control system...
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... being thrown out of the doors. 2-11 So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you leave it. • Outsiders can easily open it. Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the door. {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be unable to get out. K (Unlock): symbol. Doors and Locks Door Locks There are not locked. Always lock your vehicle whenever you...
... being thrown out of the doors. 2-11 So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you leave it. • Outsiders can easily open it. Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the door. {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be unable to get out. K (Unlock): symbol. Doors and Locks Door Locks There are not locked. Always lock your vehicle whenever you...
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... Information Center (DIC). Repeat the steps for more information on page 3-60 for the other rear door. 2-12 You must open when you to lock the doors with the power door lock switch. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 2-5. Close the door. 3. The doors will not lock, and the theft-deterrent system will sound three times to indicate...
... Information Center (DIC). Repeat the steps for more information on page 3-60 for the other rear door. 2-12 You must open when you to lock the doors with the power door lock switch. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 2-5. Close the door. 3. The doors will not lock, and the theft-deterrent system will sound three times to indicate...
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... the unlock button on page 2-36. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch, or the rear door manual lock. 2. See Engine Exhaust on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch. 2-13 Lockout Protection If you have air outlets... vehicle. Insert the key into the slot next to the rear door security lock label and turn it from the ignition when locking your vehicle. See "Climate Control System" in the Index. • If you press the power door lock switch when the key is used to the vertical position. 3....
... the unlock button on page 2-36. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch, or the rear door manual lock. 2. See Engine Exhaust on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch. 2-13 Lockout Protection If you have air outlets... vehicle. Insert the key into the slot next to the rear door security lock label and turn it from the ignition when locking your vehicle. See "Climate Control System" in the Index. • If you press the power door lock switch when the key is used to the vertical position. 3....
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...Use a tool to open . To open the liftgate, press the touchpad centered on the RKE transmitter or use the power door lock switch. The liftgate does not have a key lock cylinder. To open the liftgate if this procedure to push the service release lever located on the latch until it latches. ... liftgate from inside the vehicle. The liftgate can now be opened and closed until you hear or feel the gate release. To lock the liftgate, press the lock button on the underside of the liftgate handle and pull up. Liftgate Operation with Loss of Power The liftgate is restored. 2-14...
...Use a tool to open . To open the liftgate, press the touchpad centered on the RKE transmitter or use the power door lock switch. The liftgate does not have a key lock cylinder. To open the liftgate if this procedure to push the service release lever located on the latch until it latches. ... liftgate from inside the vehicle. The liftgate can now be opened and closed until you hear or feel the gate release. To lock the liftgate, press the lock button on the underside of the liftgate handle and pull up. Liftgate Operation with Loss of Power The liftgate is restored. 2-14...
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... a 10 second pre-alarm will occur, and the security light will re-arm itself automatically. This device complies with the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired ...RKE transmitter or insert the key in the ignition and turn if from the LOCK/OFF position. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. Unlock the doors with the RKE transmitter. 2. Open the door. 2. Operation is subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with ...
... a 10 second pre-alarm will occur, and the security light will re-arm itself automatically. This device complies with the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired ...RKE transmitter or insert the key in the ignition and turn if from the LOCK/OFF position. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. Unlock the doors with the RKE transmitter. 2. Open the door. 2. Operation is subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with ...
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... scroll through the following settings: OFF: None of the doors will be made to this feature. Press the vehicle information button until AUTO LOCK appears on the DIC display. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-12 for three seconds. The current setting ...information. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-12 for this feature. ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors will automatically unlock. AT SPEED: The vehicle's doors automatically lock when the vehicle speed is shifted out of the doors will automatically lock. To select a setting...
... scroll through the following settings: OFF: None of the doors will be made to this feature. Press the vehicle information button until AUTO LOCK appears on the DIC display. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-12 for three seconds. The current setting ...information. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-12 for this feature. ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors will automatically unlock. AT SPEED: The vehicle's doors automatically lock when the vehicle speed is shifted out of the doors will automatically lock. To select a setting...
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...setting, press the set /reset button while the desired setting is dark enough outside. You can temporarily override delayed locking by pressing the power door lock switch twice or the lock button on the DIC. Press the vehicle information button until five seconds after the last... information button to work. Press the vehicle information button until five seconds after the last door is displayed on the RKE transmitter twice. When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock switch and a door or the liftgate is closed . The current setting will remain.
...setting, press the set /reset button while the desired setting is dark enough outside. You can temporarily override delayed locking by pressing the power door lock switch twice or the lock button on the DIC. Press the vehicle information button until five seconds after the last... information button to work. Press the vehicle information button until five seconds after the last door is displayed on the RKE transmitter twice. When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock switch and a door or the liftgate is closed . The current setting will remain.
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There is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver's door open, you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. It tells you will be ...-installed options. The tire and loading information label lists the number of the driver and passengers that will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). Determine the combined weight of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in flation, see Tires on page 5-59. Tire...
There is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver's door open, you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. It tells you will be ...-installed options. The tire and loading information label lists the number of the driver and passengers that will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). Determine the combined weight of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in flation, see Tires on page 5-59. Tire...
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Fuses 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Usage Sunroof Rear Seat Entertainment Rear Wiper Liftgate Airbags Heated Seats Driver Side Turn Signal Door Locks Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Power Mirrors 5-100 Remove the console cover to the left of the center console, to access the fuse block. Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger side of the glove box near the floor.
Fuses 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Usage Sunroof Rear Seat Entertainment Rear Wiper Liftgate Airbags Heated Seats Driver Side Turn Signal Door Locks Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Power Mirrors 5-100 Remove the console cover to the left of the center console, to access the fuse block. Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger side of the glove box near the floor.
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...) RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking and starting, and in the storage of the system may result in -vehicle transmitters for deletion instructions. 7-19 Refer to the OnStar Terms and...
...) RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking and starting, and in the storage of the system may result in -vehicle transmitters for deletion instructions. 7-19 Refer to the OnStar Terms and...
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... ...3-43 Delayed Locking ...2-12 Locks ...2-11 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ...1-3 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-45 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-45 DIC Vehicle Personalization ...3-60 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-52 Driving ...
... ...3-43 Delayed Locking ...2-12 Locks ...2-11 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ...1-3 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-45 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-45 DIC Vehicle Personalization ...3-60 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-52 Driving ...
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...Wheel Drive Disabled ...Antilock Brake System Warning ...Brake System Warning ...Change Engine Oil ...Charging System ...Cruise Control ...Door Ajar ...Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ...Fog Lamp ...Gate Ajar ...Highbeam On ...Low Fuel Warning ...Malfunction Indicator ......Changer ...3-8 On Reminder ...3-14 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-22 Lockout Protection ...2-13 Locks Delayed Locking ...2-12 Door ...2-11 Lockout Protection ...2-13 Power Door ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Loss of Control ...4-12 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-44 Luggage Carrier...
...Wheel Drive Disabled ...Antilock Brake System Warning ...Brake System Warning ...Change Engine Oil ...Charging System ...Cruise Control ...Door Ajar ...Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ...Fog Lamp ...Gate Ajar ...Highbeam On ...Low Fuel Warning ...Malfunction Indicator ......Changer ...3-8 On Reminder ...3-14 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-22 Lockout Protection ...2-13 Locks Delayed Locking ...2-12 Door ...2-11 Lockout Protection ...2-13 Power Door ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Loss of Control ...4-12 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-44 Luggage Carrier...
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... ...4-12 PASS-Key® III+ ...2-18 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ...2-19 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...5-4 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Reduced Engine Light ...3-41 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-22 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid ...5-32 Windows ...2-16 Privacy ...Event Data... Recorders ...Navigation System ...OnStar ...Radio Frequency Identification ...Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 7-17 7-18 7-19 7-19 7-19 2-12 R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Privacy ...7-19 Radios ...3-67 Radio...
... ...4-12 PASS-Key® III+ ...2-18 PASS-Key® III+ Operation ...2-19 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...5-4 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Reduced Engine Light ...3-41 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-22 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid ...5-32 Windows ...2-16 Privacy ...Event Data... Recorders ...Navigation System ...OnStar ...Radio Frequency Identification ...Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 7-17 7-18 7-19 7-19 7-19 2-12 R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Privacy ...7-19 Radios ...3-67 Radio...