Owner's Manual
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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 ...1-70... Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-26 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 All-Wheel Drive ...5-41 Headlamp Aiming ...5-43 Bulb Replacement ...5-43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-47 Tires ...5-48 Appearance Care ...5-82 Vehicle Identification ...5-90 Electrical System...
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 ...1-70... Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-26 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 All-Wheel Drive ...5-41 Headlamp Aiming ...5-43 Bulb Replacement ...5-43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-47 Tires ...5-48 Appearance Care ...5-82 Vehicle Identification ...5-90 Electrical System...
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... the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: 9: #: !: g: $: Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator...
... the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: 9: #: !: g: $: Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator...
Owner's Manual
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Put someone on it goes. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it . Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 1-13 Take the simplest vehicle.
Put someone on it goes. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it . Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 1-13 Take the simplest vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... airbag is off, the off indicator in your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the steering wheel for the driver and on page 1-63 for more information. 8. All of the airbags in the passenger airbag status indicator will have the following airbags...
... airbag is off, the off indicator in your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the steering wheel for the driver and on page 1-63 for more information. 8. All of the airbags in the passenger airbag status indicator will have the following airbags...
Owner's Manual
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The right front passenger's airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-58 Where Are the Airbags?
The right front passenger's airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-58 Where Are the Airbags?
Owner's Manual
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..., they are in flate properly or it might not in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-59 Do not put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any door or window opening. If you do not attach or put anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof...
..., they are in flate properly or it might not in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-59 Do not put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any door or window opening. If you do not attach or put anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof...
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...deployment is determined by the direction of the side impact. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Airbags should have occupant seating positions. 1-61 Gas from the in flated simply because of the damage... head and chest of gas from the in frontal impacts, near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. Roof-rail airbags are located inside of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant...
...deployment is determined by the direction of the side impact. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Airbags should have occupant seating positions. 1-61 Gas from the in flated simply because of the damage... head and chest of gas from the in frontal impacts, near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. Roof-rail airbags are located inside of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant...
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... still inflate during improper service. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail airbag modules, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim, overhead console, front sensors, side impact sensors, rollover sensor module, or airbag wiring...
... still inflate during improper service. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail airbag modules, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim, overhead console, front sensors, side impact sensors, rollover sensor module, or airbag wiring...
Owner's Manual
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..., your dealer/retailer and the service manual have questions, call Customer Assistance. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 7-2. A: If you have to get my vehicle modified. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 5-66 for Customer Assistance are in this...
..., your dealer/retailer and the service manual have questions, call Customer Assistance. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 7-2. A: If you have to get my vehicle modified. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 5-66 for Customer Assistance are in this...
Owner's Manual
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Use the correct key, make sure it only with your dealer/retailer. 9 (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition and steering column, with the wheels turned off center. If this does not work, then the vehicle needs service. In order to LOCK/OFF. The ignition switch cannot be turned by ... ignition is in the ignition could cause damage to ACC/ACCESSORY. The steering can bind with the key removed. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to the switch or break the key.
Use the correct key, make sure it only with your dealer/retailer. 9 (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition and steering column, with the wheels turned off center. If this does not work, then the vehicle needs service. In order to LOCK/OFF. The ignition switch cannot be turned by ... ignition is in the ignition could cause damage to ACC/ACCESSORY. The steering can bind with the key removed. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to the switch or break the key.
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... a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into another gear. P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. Automatic Transmission Operation (3.4L V6 with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). It is located...
... a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into another gear. P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. Automatic Transmission Operation (3.4L V6 with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). It is located...
Owner's Manual
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... engine is Stuck in skidding, see If Your Vehicle is running at high speed. R (Reverse): Use this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. Shift to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is stopped. Do not shift into a drive gear. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is moving could...
... engine is Stuck in skidding, see If Your Vehicle is running at high speed. R (Reverse): Use this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. Shift to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is stopped. Do not shift into a drive gear. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is moving could...
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P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. To be injured. The vehicle can shift from improper operation. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running , the vehicle can move the ...
P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. To be injured. The vehicle can shift from improper operation. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running , the vehicle can move the ...
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... be covered by the vehicle warranty. Then press the shift lever button and move very rapidly. See Shifting Out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into another gear. Notice: Shifting out of Park on the brake pedal, the...
... be covered by the vehicle warranty. Then press the shift lever button and move very rapidly. See Shifting Out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into another gear. Notice: Shifting out of Park on the brake pedal, the...
Owner's Manual
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... voice-guided driving directions. To find out more information. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on eligibility. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into voice mail systems, or...to the vehicle. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to interact with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute Packages. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have an OnStar advisor locate a business or address and download driving directions to a Verizon Wireless service plan ...
... voice-guided driving directions. To find out more information. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on eligibility. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into voice mail systems, or...to the vehicle. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to interact with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute Packages. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have an OnStar advisor locate a business or address and download driving directions to a Verizon Wireless service plan ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...3-37 Security Light ...3-37 Fog Lamp Light ...3-37 Cruise Control Light ...3-38 Reduced Engine Power Light ...3-38 3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-8 Windshield Washer ...3-9 Rear Window Wiper/Washer...
... ...3-37 Security Light ...3-37 Fog Lamp Light ...3-37 Cruise Control Light ...3-38 Reduced Engine Power Light ...3-38 3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-8 Windshield Washer ...3-9 Rear Window Wiper/Washer...
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... Bluetooth® ...3-98 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ...3-109 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-118 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-118 Radio Reception ...3-119 Multi-Band Antenna ...3-120 Highbeam On Light ...3-38 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...3-39 All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light ...3-39 Gate Ajar Light ...3-40 Door Ajar Light ...3-40 Service Vehicle Soon Light...
... Bluetooth® ...3-98 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ...3-109 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-118 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-118 Radio Reception ...3-119 Multi-Band Antenna ...3-120 Highbeam On Light ...3-38 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...3-39 All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light ...3-39 Gate Ajar Light ...3-40 Door Ajar Light ...3-40 Service Vehicle Soon Light...
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... page 3-42. DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-25. Power Windows on page 3-15. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 2-15. M. Glove Box on page 3-6. N. D. S. Tilt Wheel on page 2-42. 3-5 H. L. R. The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Audio Steering...
... page 3-42. DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-25. Power Windows on page 3-15. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 2-15. M. Glove Box on page 3-6. N. D. S. Tilt Wheel on page 2-42. 3-5 H. L. R. The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Audio Steering...
Owner's Manual
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... driving. 3-6 Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to lock the column in place. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and push the lever down. This warns others that lets the steering wheel be adjusted. Hazard Warning Flashers | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button... located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn the flashers off . Then, move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever up firmly to sound the horn. The tilt lever is located on the left side of the...
... driving. 3-6 Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to lock the column in place. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and push the lever down. This warns others that lets the steering wheel be adjusted. Hazard Warning Flashers | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button... located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn the flashers off . Then, move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever up firmly to sound the horn. The tilt lever is located on the left side of the...
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...button is in heavy traffic. Cruise control does not work at a steady speed. When the wiper is on it stays on , prior to limit wheel spin, the cruise control automatically disengages. See Windshield Washer Fluid on winding roads or in cruise control and the Traction Control System (TCS) begins to... is in tire traction can be maintained without keeping your foot on the rear window. When road conditions allow, the cruise control can cause excessive wheel slip, and you cannot drive safely at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). The window wiper will run a few more be used again....
...button is in heavy traffic. Cruise control does not work at a steady speed. When the wiper is on it stays on , prior to limit wheel spin, the cruise control automatically disengages. See Windshield Washer Fluid on winding roads or in cruise control and the Traction Control System (TCS) begins to... is in tire traction can be maintained without keeping your foot on the rear window. When road conditions allow, the cruise control can cause excessive wheel slip, and you cannot drive safely at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). The window wiper will run a few more be used again....