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2009 Pontiac Torrent Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-55 Restraint System Check ... Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-47 Tires ...5-48 Appearance Care ...5-82 Vehicle Identification ...5-90 Electrical System ...5-91 Capacities and Specifications ...5-97 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
2009 Pontiac Torrent Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-12 Child Restraints ...1-31 Airbag System ...1-55 Restraint System Check ... Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-47 Tires ...5-48 Appearance Care ...5-82 Vehicle Identification ...5-90 Electrical System ...5-91 Capacities and Specifications ...5-97 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
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.... Make sure the safety belt reminder light is damaged, opened or broken airbag covers, have it repaired. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, check that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job...
.... Make sure the safety belt reminder light is damaged, opened or broken airbag covers, have it repaired. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, check that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job...
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...passenger's side air inlet panel is routed through a passenger compartment air filter before entering the vehicle. Pry the center of routine scheduled maintenance. The filter should be replaced early. This filter removes certain particles from the air inlets at the base of the ...vehicle that may occur more effectively. See Scheduled Maintenance on the air outlets to change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: Operation Tips • Clear away...
...passenger's side air inlet panel is routed through a passenger compartment air filter before entering the vehicle. Pry the center of routine scheduled maintenance. The filter should be replaced early. This filter removes certain particles from the air inlets at the base of the ...vehicle that may occur more effectively. See Scheduled Maintenance on the air outlets to change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: Operation Tips • Clear away...
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...system readiness, your dealer/retailer can prepare the vehicle for lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that critical emission control systems have the vehicle serviced. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the ... system is in this inspection if the OBD II (on the vehicle. The repairs would be covered by the system. Always follow the maintenance schedule in ON/RUN and the light is not on. • The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is ...
...system readiness, your dealer/retailer can prepare the vehicle for lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that critical emission control systems have the vehicle serviced. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the ... system is in this inspection if the OBD II (on the vehicle. The repairs would be covered by the system. Always follow the maintenance schedule in ON/RUN and the light is not on. • The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is ...
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... service is required for more information. 3-37 The light goes out when the fog lamps are in use. See Engine Oil on page 5-15, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-18. If it means that oil is working normally the indicator light then goes off . If the system is not flowing through...
... service is required for more information. 3-37 The light goes out when the fog lamps are in use. See Engine Oil on page 5-15, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 2-18. If it means that oil is working normally the indicator light then goes off . If the system is not flowing through...
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...Light on page 3-49 for more information. See "CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-37. See Scheduled Maintenance on the display along with your vehicle is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will change if driving conditions change even though... this manual. RANGE Press the trip/fuel button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. The fuel range estimate is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in the fuel tank. In addition to scroll through the following displays: OIL LIFE Press the vehicle information button until RANGE displays.
...Light on page 3-49 for more information. See "CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-37. See Scheduled Maintenance on the display along with your vehicle is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will change if driving conditions change even though... this manual. RANGE Press the trip/fuel button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. The fuel range estimate is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in the fuel tank. In addition to scroll through the following displays: OIL LIFE Press the vehicle information button until RANGE displays.
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... 5 mph (8 km/h) to those shown on page 5-18 for more information. See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3-37, Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 3-42. You can . See DIC Operation and Displays on page 6-4 for the vehicle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 4-20, and Infl...
... 5 mph (8 km/h) to those shown on page 5-18 for more information. See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3-37, Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 3-42. You can . See DIC Operation and Displays on page 6-4 for the vehicle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 4-20, and Infl...
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... into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can cause collisions resulting in injury or possible death. Avoid fast...
... into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can cause collisions resulting in injury or possible death. Avoid fast...
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...into the curb if facing downhill or into P (Park). 5. Then apply the parking brake and shift into traffic if facing uphill. 2. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. Check periodically to see that are tight. See Engine Overheating on a Hill 1. Parking on... Reapply the brake pedal. Let up and store the chocks. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more often when pulling a trailer. Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are especially important in place, release the ...
...into the curb if facing downhill or into P (Park). 5. Then apply the parking brake and shift into traffic if facing uphill. 2. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. Check periodically to see that are tight. See Engine Overheating on a Hill 1. Parking on... Reapply the brake pedal. Let up and store the chocks. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more often when pulling a trailer. Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are especially important in place, release the ...
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... 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 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/fi...sensor electrical connector. 3. If you are driving in place. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on the passenger's side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the clamps holding the air outlet duct...
... 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 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/fi...sensor electrical connector. 3. If you are driving in place. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on the passenger's side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the clamps holding the air outlet duct...
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... vehicle. 5. To disconnect the jumper cables from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from both vehicles, do the following: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
... vehicle. 5. To disconnect the jumper cables from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from both vehicles, do the following: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
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...filler plug hole, you'll need to Check Lubricant PTU for 3.4L and 3.6L V6 Models A. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole, located on page 6-4. Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be... Case for 3.6L V6 Model A. Drain Plug 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 use. Fill Plug B. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on a level surface. See...
...filler plug hole, you'll need to Check Lubricant PTU for 3.4L and 3.6L V6 Models A. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole, located on page 6-4. Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be... Case for 3.6L V6 Model A. Drain Plug 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 use. Fill Plug B. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on a level surface. See...
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... been preset at you 'll need to be injured. Aim adjustment to use. You or others could indicate a problem; What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to read and follow the instructions on page 6-13.
... been preset at you 'll need to be injured. Aim adjustment to use. You or others could indicate a problem; What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to read and follow the instructions on page 6-13.
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For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4 for wear and cracking. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you . 2. Replacement blades come in different ... the new blade. 1. Push the release lever (B) to remove. 3. Push the wiper blade arm back into place. To replace the rear window wiper blade: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-15. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 4. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for more information.
For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4 for wear and cracking. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you . 2. Replacement blades come in different ... the new blade. 1. Push the release lever (B) to remove. 3. Push the wiper blade arm back into place. To replace the rear window wiper blade: 1. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-15. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 4. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for more information.
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.... Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that your vehicle's tires, including the spare tire, for signs of a regular tire rotation is no longer active. See Scheduled Maintenance on the valve stems. Any time you regularly inspect your vehicle continues to 13 000 km). Put the valve caps back on page 6-4.
.... Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that your vehicle's tires, including the spare tire, for signs of a regular tire rotation is no longer active. See Scheduled Maintenance on the valve stems. Any time you regularly inspect your vehicle continues to 13 000 km). Put the valve caps back on page 6-4.
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-10 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-16 Maintenance Record ...6-17 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 ...6-7 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-10 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-16 Maintenance Record ...6-17 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 ...6-7 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 6-1
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.../retailer for details. You might not be sure to maintain the vehicle properly. Any damage caused by the vehicle warranty. 6-2 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep the vehicle in... good condition, be covered by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Or you drive. Because of emissions from the vehicle. See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or ...
.../retailer for details. You might not be sure to maintain the vehicle properly. Any damage caused by the vehicle warranty. 6-2 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep the vehicle in... good condition, be covered by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Or you drive. Because of emissions from the vehicle. See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or ...
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...technical service information needed to assist in the diagnosis and service of Canada Limited. Call 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably...and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to notifying General Motors of your vehicle has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, in addition...
...technical service information needed to assist in the diagnosis and service of Canada Limited. Call 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably...and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to notifying General Motors of your vehicle has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, in addition...
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... Security Locks ...2-11 Loss of Control ...4-12 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-41 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...1-42 Luggage Carrier ...2-42 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-4 M Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-7 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-11...
... Security Locks ...2-11 Loss of Control ...4-12 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-41 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...1-42 Luggage Carrier ...2-42 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-4 M Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-7 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-11...
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Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-34 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Manual Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Manual Seats ...1-2 Map Lamps ...3-16 Message DIC Warnings and ...
Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-34 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Manual Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Manual Seats ...1-2 Map Lamps ...3-16 Message DIC Warnings and ...