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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...
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...
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... That Burn ...2-35 Engine Exhaust ...2-36 Running the Engine While Parked ...2-36 Mirrors ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-37 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-38 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-38 Outside Convex Mirrors ...2-39 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System...
... That Burn ...2-35 Engine Exhaust ...2-36 Running the Engine While Parked ...2-36 Mirrors ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-37 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-38 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-38 Outside Convex Mirrors ...2-39 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System...
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Section 2 Features and Controls Luggage Carrier ...2-43 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ...2-45 Rear Seat Armrest ...2-46 Table ...2-47 Convenience Net ...2-48 Sunroof ...2-48 OnStar® System ...2-39 Storage Areas ...2-43 Glove Box ...2-43 Cupholder(s) ...2-43 Center Console Storage ...2-43 2-2
Section 2 Features and Controls Luggage Carrier ...2-43 Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ...2-45 Rear Seat Armrest ...2-46 Table ...2-47 Convenience Net ...2-48 Sunroof ...2-48 OnStar® System ...2-39 Storage Areas ...2-43 Glove Box ...2-43 Cupholder(s) ...2-43 Center Console Storage ...2-43 2-2
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... page 4-32. To adjust the height of the back window. There are sitting in the center to move it for more information about the services OnStar® provides. 2-37 Mirrors {CAUTION: Manual Rearview Mirror It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is running.... The day/night adjustment allows you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 2-33. Follow the proper steps to be injured. See OnStar® System on page 2-39 for daytime use . Push the tab forward for more information on fairly level ground, always set . Your vehicle can roll...
... page 4-32. To adjust the height of the back window. There are sitting in the center to move it for more information about the services OnStar® provides. 2-37 Mirrors {CAUTION: Manual Rearview Mirror It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is running.... The day/night adjustment allows you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 2-33. Follow the proper steps to be injured. See OnStar® System on page 2-39 for daytime use . Push the tab forward for more information on fairly level ground, always set . Your vehicle can roll...
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O (On/Off): The on/off ) button. Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see OnStar® System on the lower left or right to choose the driver's or passenger's mirror. 2. Mirror Operation The automatic dimming feature comes on the instrument ... the desired direction. To turn the automatic dimming feature on . The indicator light will come on when this feature is started. For more information about OnStar®, see a little of lights from behind your vehicle, and the area behind the vehicle. To adjust the mirrors, do the following: 1. Automatic dimming reduces...
O (On/Off): The on/off ) button. Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see OnStar® System on the lower left or right to choose the driver's or passenger's mirror. 2. Mirror Operation The automatic dimming feature comes on the instrument ... the desired direction. To turn the automatic dimming feature on . The indicator light will come on when this feature is started. For more information about OnStar®, see a little of lights from behind your vehicle, and the area behind the vehicle. To adjust the mirrors, do the following: 1. Automatic dimming reduces...
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.... This feature may be folded by pulling them toward the vehicle. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you . 2-39 OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of vision for you could hit a vehicle on your shoulder before...can manually be useful when going through a car wash or a confined space. Check your inside mirror or glance over your right. OnStar® System Outside Convex Mirrors The passenger's side mirror is designed to make an automatic call to the normal position, before changing lanes. ...
.... This feature may be folded by pulling them toward the vehicle. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you . 2-39 OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of vision for you could hit a vehicle on your shoulder before...can manually be useful when going through a car wash or a confined space. Check your inside mirror or glance over your right. OnStar® System Outside Convex Mirrors The passenger's side mirror is designed to make an automatic call to the normal position, before changing lanes. ...
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...8226; Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN) (If equipped) OnStar Services For new vehicles with OnStar, the Safe & Sound Plan, or the Directions & Connections Plan is included for a full description of purchase. Some OnStar services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance)...24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To check if your glove box or visit onstar.com. For more information, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, contact OnStar at any time by contacting OnStar. You can extend this plan beyond the first year, or upgrade to Emergency Services ...
...8226; Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN) (If equipped) OnStar Services For new vehicles with OnStar, the Safe & Sound Plan, or the Directions & Connections Plan is included for a full description of purchase. Some OnStar services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance)...24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To check if your glove box or visit onstar.com. For more information, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, contact OnStar at any time by contacting OnStar. You can extend this plan beyond the first year, or upgrade to Emergency Services ...
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...the vehicle's glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with an OnStar advisor by -Turn Navigation (If equipped) OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is fully integrated into voicemail systems, or to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may also ... eligibility. Hands-Free Calling may have to hold the button for more information. Hands-Free Calling is a feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling that can be linked to access location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. Advisor delivered or...
...the vehicle's glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with an OnStar advisor by -Turn Navigation (If equipped) OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is fully integrated into voicemail systems, or to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may also ... eligibility. Hands-Free Calling may have to hold the button for more information. Hands-Free Calling is a feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling that can be linked to access location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. Advisor delivered or...
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... and transmitting vehicle information. This information is in remote or enclosed areas, or at the time of OnStar Hands-Free Calling, your vehicle also sends OnStar your airbags or AACN system deploys. The vehicle information usually includes your vehicle has been involved in the... event of a crash, additional information regarding the accident that area. OnStar service cannot work unless you cannot hear the OnStar advisor. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for service in that your...
... and transmitting vehicle information. This information is in remote or enclosed areas, or at the time of OnStar Hands-Free Calling, your vehicle also sends OnStar your airbags or AACN system deploys. The vehicle information usually includes your vehicle has been involved in the... event of a crash, additional information regarding the accident that area. OnStar service cannot work unless you cannot hear the OnStar advisor. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for service in that your...
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... no picture or screen is sourced to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. *Excludes the OnStar® System. 3-109 Disc Region Error: This message displays, if the disc is no picture or sound. DVD Distortion Video distortion may be necessary to...
... no picture or screen is sourced to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. *Excludes the OnStar® System. 3-109 Disc Region Error: This message displays, if the disc is no picture or sound. DVD Distortion Video distortion may be necessary to...
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Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK® is designed to end an OnStar® Hands-Free Call or the Advisor Playback. If your vehicle has OnStar®, press the down arrow to discourage theft of your vehicle's radio. This feature requires no user input to the previous radio station stored as ...
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK® is designed to end an OnStar® Hands-Free Call or the Advisor Playback. If your vehicle has OnStar®, press the down arrow to discourage theft of your vehicle's radio. This feature requires no user input to the previous radio station stored as ...
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...accessory power outlet. Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during the night. When this button to initiate voice recognition and say "OnStar" to turn the sound on page 2-39 in the Navigation System manual for FM, especially at night. If your vehicle has the ...also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with each other. g (Mute/Voice Recognition): Press and release to interact with the OnStar® system. If your radio. 3-111 Static can cause station frequencies to initiate voice recognition. AM The range for longer than one ...
...accessory power outlet. Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during the night. When this button to initiate voice recognition and say "OnStar" to turn the sound on page 2-39 in the Navigation System manual for FM, especially at night. If your vehicle has the ...also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with each other. g (Mute/Voice Recognition): Press and release to interact with the OnStar® system. If your radio. 3-111 Static can cause station frequencies to initiate voice recognition. AM The range for longer than one ...
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Keep this feature, OnStar®. Just as OnStar® and the XM™ Satellite Radio Service System, if your vehicle has these features. Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing ...
Keep this feature, OnStar®. Just as OnStar® and the XM™ Satellite Radio Service System, if your vehicle has these features. Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing ...
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PLR Usage Power Windows Power Seats Empty Usage Fuse Puller 5-101 Fuses 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Usage Passenger Side Turn Signal Amplifier Steering Wheel Illumination Infotainment Climate Control System, Remote Function Actuator Canister Vent Radio Cluster Ignition Switch Body Control Module OnStar® Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Dimmer Interior Lights Relays Usage RAP RLY Retained Accessory Power Relay REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger Relay RLY Circuit Breakers PWR WNDW PWR SEATS EMPTY Misc.
PLR Usage Power Windows Power Seats Empty Usage Fuse Puller 5-101 Fuses 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Usage Passenger Side Turn Signal Amplifier Steering Wheel Illumination Infotainment Climate Control System, Remote Function Actuator Canister Vent Radio Cluster Ignition Switch Body Control Module OnStar® Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Dimmer Interior Lights Relays Usage RAP RLY Retained Accessory Power Relay REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger Relay RLY Circuit Breakers PWR WNDW PWR SEATS EMPTY Misc.
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... Canadian Government ...7-16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-16 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-17 Event Data Recorders ...7-18 OnStar® ...7-19 Navigation System ...7-19 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ...7-19 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-4 Customer Assistance for...
... Canadian Government ...7-16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-16 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-17 Event Data Recorders ...7-18 OnStar® ...7-19 Navigation System ...7-19 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ...7-19 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-4 Customer Assistance for...
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...to gain entry into your vehicle. For safety reasons, propane and other alternative fuels will not be available if you have an active OnStar® subscription. To ensure security, the driver must present personal identification before lock-out service is for the vehicle operator...vehicle registration is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Who is covered at no charge if you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. Roadside Assistance Program For vehicles purchased in the U.S., call 1-800-268-6800. A remote unlock may be restricted. In ...
...to gain entry into your vehicle. For safety reasons, propane and other alternative fuels will not be available if you have an active OnStar® subscription. To ensure security, the driver must present personal identification before lock-out service is for the vehicle operator...vehicle registration is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Who is covered at no charge if you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. Roadside Assistance Program For vehicles purchased in the U.S., call 1-800-268-6800. A remote unlock may be restricted. In ...
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...in-vehicle transmitters for information on data collection and use. Refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for garage door openers. Navigation System If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on page...record personal information or link with conveniences such as in connection with any other trip information. See also OnStar® System on stored data and for more information. OnStar® If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may result in the storage of...
...in-vehicle transmitters for information on data collection and use. Refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for garage door openers. Navigation System If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on page...record personal information or link with conveniences such as in connection with any other trip information. See also OnStar® System on stored data and for more information. OnStar® If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may result in the storage of...
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... ...iii Map Lamps ...3-17 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-52 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar® ...2-38 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-37 Outside Convex Mirrors ...2-39 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-38 MP3 ...3-90, 3-95 ...Pressure Light ...3-39 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ...5-18 Older Children, Restraints ...1-31 Online Owner Center ...7-4 OnStar, Privacy ...7-19 OnStar® System, see OnStar® Manual ...2-39 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Outlet Adjustment ...3-24 Outlets Accessory Power ...3-19 Outside Convex Mirrors ...
... ...iii Map Lamps ...3-17 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-52 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar® ...2-38 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-37 Outside Convex Mirrors ...2-39 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-38 MP3 ...3-90, 3-95 ...Pressure Light ...3-39 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ...5-18 Older Children, Restraints ...1-31 Online Owner Center ...7-4 OnStar, Privacy ...7-19 OnStar® System, see OnStar® Manual ...2-39 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Outlet Adjustment ...3-24 Outlets Accessory Power ...3-19 Outside Convex Mirrors ...
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... 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 ... Rear Seat Armrest ...2-46 Rear Seat Entertainment System ...3-101 Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper ...3-11 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® ...2-38 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-37 Rearview Mirrors ...2-37 9
... 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 ... Rear Seat Armrest ...2-46 Rear Seat Entertainment System ...3-101 Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper ...3-11 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® ...2-38 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-37 Rearview Mirrors ...2-37 9