sunroof PONTIAC TORRENT 2009 Owners 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
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
......................................2-10
Windows
.................................................2-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-19
Mirrors
....................................................2-36
OnStar
®System
......................................2-38
Storage Areas
.........................................2-42
Sunroof
..................................................2-47
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-19
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-24
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-42
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-64Driving 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 Identication
.................................5-90
Electrical System
......................................5-91
Capacities and Specications
.....................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 ManualM

OnStar®System.............................................2-38
Storage Areas................................................2-42
Glove Box...................................................2-42
Cupholders..................................................2-42
Center Console Storage.................................2-42
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-42Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover..........2-44
Rear Seat Armrest........................................2-45
Table..........................................................2-46
Convenience Net..........................................2-47
Sunroof.........................................................2-47
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-2

ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY):This is the position in which
you can operate some electrical accessories.
R(ON/RUN):This position can be used to operate the
electrical accessories and to display some instrument
panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The switch
stays in this position when the engine is running. If you
leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN
position with the engine off, the battery could be drained.
You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is
allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
/(START):This is the position that starts the engine.
When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch returns to ON/RUN for driving.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
Audio System
Power Windows
Sunroof (if equipped)
Power to these accessories will continue to operate for
up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.
All these features will work when the key is in ON/RUN
or ACC/ACCESSORY.
2-21

Convenience Net
Use the convenience net, located in the rear, to store
small loads as far forward as possible. The net
should not be used to store heavy loads.
Sunroof
If the vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, the controls
to operate it are located on the headliner above the
rearview mirror. The ignition must be in RUN/ON or
ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
must be active, to operate the sunroof. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-21for more
information.To express-open the
sunroof glass panel and
sunshade, press the switch
rearward and release it.
To stop the sunroof before it is completely open, press
the switch rearward again. The sunshade cannot be
closed with the sunroof open.
To close the sunroof, press forward and hold the switch
until the sunroof stops, lifts and seals at the back of
the sunroof glass. Press forward on the switch again,
to make sure the sunroof is fully closed.
To put the sunroof in the vent position, pull down on the
front of the switch. Push up on the front of the switch
to close it.
2-47

Compass Calibration
The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate
the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location,
such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle
in circles is not a danger. It is suggested to calibrate
away from tall buildings, utility wires, manhole covers,
or other industrial structures, if possible.
If CAL should ever appear in the DIC display, the
compass should be calibrated.
If the DIC display does not show a heading, for
example, N for North, or the heading does not change
after making turns, there may be a strong magnetic eld
interfering with the compass. Such interference may be
caused by a magnetic CB or cell phone antenna mount,
a magnetic emergency light, magnetic note pad holder,
or any other magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, move
the magnetic item, then turn on the vehicle and calibrate
the compass.To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure:Compass Calibration Procedure
1. Before calibrating the compass, make sure the
compass zone is set to the variance zone in
which the vehicle is located. See “Compass
Variance (Zone) Procedure” earlier in this section.
Do not operate any switches such as window,
sunroof, climate controls, seats, etc. during
the calibration procedure.
2. Press the vehicle information button until
PRESS
VTO CALIBRATE COMPAS (Compass)
displays.
3. Press the set/reset button to start the compass
calibration.
4. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN
CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in tight circles at less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) to complete the calibration.
The DIC will display CALIBRATION COMPLETE
for a few seconds when the calibration is complete.
The DIC display will then return to the
previous menu.
3-48

XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception
from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States,
and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can
interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to
fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under
heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause
loss of the XM signal for a period of time.
Cellular Phone Usage
Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the
vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when making
or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s battery,
or simply having the phone on. This interference causes
an increased level of static while listening to the radio.
If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug
the cellular phone and turn it off.
Multi-Band Antenna
The multi-band antenna is located on the roof of the
vehicle. The antenna is used for the AM/FM radio,
OnStar
®and the XM™ Satellite Radio Service System,
if the vehicle has these features. Keep the antenna
clear of obstructions for clear reception. If the vehicle
has a sunroof, the performance of the AM/FM radio,
OnStar
®, and the XM system may be affected if
the sunroof is open.
3-120

Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is located on the
passenger side of the center console, to the left of the
glove box near the oor.
Remove the console cover to access the fuse block.
Fuses Usage
1Sunroof, Inside Rear View Mirror,
Compass
2 Rear Seat Entertainment
3 Rear Wiper
4 Liftgate
5 Airbags
6 Heated Seats
7 Driver Side Turn Signal
8 Door Locks
5-92

Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-36
Reclining Seatbacks, Manual.............................. 1-5
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-13
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-26
Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-38
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 7-7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-5
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-7
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-73
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-72
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-46
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-15
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors.......7-16
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government..................................7-16
Reporting Safety Defects to the
U.S. Government.........................................7-15
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-70
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-71
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-21
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 7-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-20
Roof
Sunroof......................................................2-47
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................2-36S
Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-27
Safety Belts
Care of ......................................................5-85
Extender....................................................1-30
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-17
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-25
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-12
Use During Pregnancy.................................1-30
Safety Defects
Reporting to Canadian Government................7-16
Reporting to General Motors.........................7-16
Reporting to the U.S. Government.................7-15
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Additional Required Services........................... 6-7
Scheduling Appointments.................................7-10
Seatback, Folding Passenger............................. 1-8
Seats
Driver Seat Height Adjuster............................. 1-3
Heated Seats............................................... 1-4
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-4
Manual Reclining Seatbacks........................... 1-5
Passenger Folding Seatback........................... 1-8
Power Seat.................................................. 1-3
Split Folding Rear Seat................................1-10
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................1-49
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-52
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Security Light.................................................3-37
Service........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 5-5
All-Wheel-Drive Light....................................3-39
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Lamp......................................3-34
Publications Ordering Information...................7-16
Scheduling Appointments..............................7-10
Vehicle Soon Light.......................................3-40
Service Parts Identication Label.......................5-90
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-68
Setting the Clock............................................3-65
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-89
Shifting
Out of Park................................................2-33
Shifting Into Park............................................2-32
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Spare Tire
Compact....................................................5-81
Installing....................................................5-73
Removing...................................................5-72
Storing.......................................................5-79
Specications and Capacities............................5-97
Speedometer..................................................3-26
Split Folding Rear Seat....................................1-10
StabiliTrak
®System.......................................... 4-6
Start Vehicle, Remote....................................... 2-7
Starting the Engine.........................................2-22Steering.......................................................... 4-9
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-118
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console...........................................2-42
Convenience Net.........................................2-47
Cupholders.................................................2-42
Glove Box..................................................2-42
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-42
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover.........2-44
Rear Seat Armrest.......................................2-45
Table.........................................................2-46
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-19
Sun Visors.....................................................2-16
Sunroof.........................................................2-47
T
Table............................................................2-46
Tachometer....................................................3-26
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps....5-45
Text Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-6
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-118
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-16
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-17
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer............2-17
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation................................................2-18
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