Owner's Manual
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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 ...Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-51 Tires ...5-52 Appearance Care ...5-88 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-99 Capacities and Specifications ...5-105 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-17 Index ...1
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 ...Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-51 Tires ...5-52 Appearance Care ...5-88 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-99 Capacities and Specifications ...5-105 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-17 Index ...1
Owner's Manual
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... you in a crash. Keep safety belts clean and dry. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is damaged, opened or broken airbag covers, have it repaired. If there are working properly. See your...
... you in a crash. Keep safety belts clean and dry. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is damaged, opened or broken airbag covers, have it repaired. If there are working properly. See your...
Owner's Manual
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... certain particles from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that were set before entering the vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on if it is turned to change the direction of routine scheduled maintenance. See Heated Seats on the air outlets to ON/RUN. Notice: Do not use any ice, snow, or leaves...
... certain particles from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that were set before entering the vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on if it is turned to change the direction of routine scheduled maintenance. See Heated Seats on the air outlets to ON/RUN. Notice: Do not use any ice, snow, or leaves...
Owner's Manual
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...have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of routine driving. If it catches fire. If you start your vehicle. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this inspection could be covered by the system. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system ...vehicle serviced. 3-39 This light will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on your engine. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD ...
...have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of routine driving. If it catches fire. If you start your vehicle. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this inspection could be covered by the system. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system ...vehicle serviced. 3-39 This light will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on your engine. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD ...
Owner's Manual
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... problem. The fog lamp light will need to reset the light. You could be low on page 3-52. See Engine Oil on page 5-15, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-19. A CHANGE OIL SOON message will go out when the fog lamps are in use. The light will appear on the DIC. Security...
... problem. The fog lamp light will need to reset the light. You could be low on page 3-52. See Engine Oil on page 5-15, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-19. A CHANGE OIL SOON message will go out when the fog lamps are in use. The light will appear on the DIC. Security...
Owner's Manual
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...fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear on the display along with the Change Engine Oil Light on a schedule consistent with your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this display may change the oil on the instrument panel cluster. This estimate will alert you see 99% ...though the same amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Press this button to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is low on page 6-4 for more information. For example, if driving in traffic and making frequent stops, this manual. See "FUEL LEVEL...
...fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear on the display along with the Change Engine Oil Light on a schedule consistent with your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this display may change the oil on the instrument panel cluster. This estimate will alert you see 99% ...though the same amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Press this button to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is low on page 6-4 for more information. For example, if driving in traffic and making frequent stops, this manual. See "FUEL LEVEL...
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.... This reminder will not come on page 3-49 for more information. See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3-40, Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on , the driver's safety belt is unbuckled, and the vehicle is on page 5-18 for more information. This message displays and a chime sounds when the...
.... This reminder will not come on page 3-49 for more information. See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3-40, Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on , the driver's safety belt is unbuckled, and the vehicle is on page 5-18 for more information. This message displays and a chime sounds when the...
Owner's Manual
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See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Check periodically to review these is clear ... trailering, it is a good idea to see that are tight. • Start your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you do the following: Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more on this manual, and the Index will help you start your trip. When You Are Ready...
See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system. Check periodically to review these is clear ... trailering, it is a good idea to see that are tight. • Start your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you do the following: Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more on this manual, and the Index will help you start your trip. When You Are Ready...
Owner's Manual
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is required. 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on location. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is located in the engine compartment on the clamps holding the air ...;lter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at each engine oil change after each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. Turn off . 5-20
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is required. 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on location. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is located in the engine compartment on the clamps holding the air ...;lter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at each engine oil change after each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. Turn off . 5-20
Owner's Manual
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...When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-4. However, there are two additional systems that need to add some lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-12. 5-44 Add ... need lubrication. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be sure to check the lubricant. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be...
...When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-4. However, there are two additional systems that need to add some lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-12. 5-44 Add ... need lubrication. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be sure to check the lubricant. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be...
Owner's Manual
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Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to Check Lubricant AWD Differential Case for 3.4L V6 Model A. Fill Plug B. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Drain Plug 5-45 How to change it.
Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to Check Lubricant AWD Differential Case for 3.4L V6 Model A. Fill Plug B. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Drain Plug 5-45 How to change it.
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... to your vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you'll need to be on page 6-12. See Recommended...
... to your vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to the bottom of the filler plug hole, you'll need to be on page 6-12. See Recommended...
Owner's Manual
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...Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you . 2. To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following : 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-14. 2. Push the release lever (B) to remove. Lift the wiper blade arm straight toward you hear the release lever click into ...whole blade to the right to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (A) out of the blade (C). 3. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4 for wear and cracking. Install the new blade. 4. To replace the rear window wiper blade do the following : 1. Lift...
...Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you . 2. To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following : 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-14. 2. Push the release lever (B) to remove. Lift the wiper blade arm straight toward you hear the release lever click into ...whole blade to the right to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (A) out of the blade (C). 3. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4 for wear and cracking. Install the new blade. 4. To replace the rear window wiper blade do the following : 1. Lift...
Owner's Manual
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... cap stem. Turn the ignition switch to 13 000 km). Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to LOCK/OFF. 10. See Scheduled Maintenance on the DIC display screen goes off. 9. The horn chirp, which may take up to 30 seconds to sound, confirms that the sensor...
... cap stem. Turn the ignition switch to 13 000 km). Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to LOCK/OFF. 10. See Scheduled Maintenance on the DIC display screen goes off. 9. The horn chirp, which may take up to 30 seconds to sound, confirms that the sensor...
Owner's Manual
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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... vehicle in very hot, dusty weather. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. We want to keep your dealer/retailer. Using the Maintenance Schedule Have you keep your vehicle in good condition..., see your vehicle in making deliveries. But we breathe. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to help protect our environment...
... vehicle in very hot, dusty weather. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. We want to keep your dealer/retailer. Using the Maintenance Schedule Have you keep your vehicle in good condition..., see your vehicle in making deliveries. But we breathe. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to help protect our environment...
Owner's Manual
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... your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for updated information and to register your vehicle. 7-4 Specific vehicle information can save information on the web for service...
... your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for updated information and to register your vehicle. 7-4 Specific vehicle information can save information on the web for service...
Owner's Manual
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...263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins' give additional technical service information needed...notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, please notify General Motors. Call 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle. ...
...263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins' give additional technical service information needed...notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, please notify General Motors. Call 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle. ...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 ...2-43 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-4 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 7
... 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 ...2-43 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-4 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 7
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Maintenance Schedule (cont.) At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-36 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Manual Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual, Using ...iii Map Lamps ...3-17 Message ...
Maintenance Schedule (cont.) At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-36 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Manual Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual, Using ...iii Map Lamps ...3-17 Message ...