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Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac Torrent. Please read this information about your vehicle’sfeatures and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may notinclude all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.

DRIVER INFORMATIONInstrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . .3Driver Information Center . . . . .4

SAFETY & SECURITYRemote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . .5Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . .6OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Passenger Air Bag StatusIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Child Restraints (LATCH) . . . . . .7

COMFORTManual Driver’s Seat Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Power Driver’s Seat Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support . .8Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

ENTERTAINMENTAudio System Features . . . . . . .9Multiple-Disc CD Player . . . . . .11DVD Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11XM Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . .12Touch Screen NavigationEntertainment System . . . . . . .12Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

CONVENIENCEWindshield Wipers and Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Rear Wiper and Washer . . . . . .13Center Console Features . . . . .14Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Clothes Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Ashtray and Lighter Kit . . . . . .15Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Fold-Down Front PassengerSeatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16MultiFlex™ Split-Folding andSliding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . .16Multifunction Cargo Panel /Security Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Roof Rack Cross-Rails . . . . . . .18

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCEMalfunction Indicator Lamp(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . .18All-Wheel Drive System . . . . . .18StabiliTrak® – Stability Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . .19Cleaning the InteriorUpholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

OWNER INFORMATIONTorrent Accessories . . . . . . . . .19Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . .20My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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A. Air OutletsB. Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverC. Instrument Panel ClusterD. Windshield Wiper/Washer LeverE. Driver Information Center ButtonsF. Hazard Warning Flashers ButtonG. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator

H. Rear Window Wiper/WasherButtons

I. Fog Lamps ButtonJ. Power Mirror ControlK. Instrument Panel Brightness

ControlL. Cruise ControlsM.Tilt Wheel

N. HornO. Audio Steering Wheel ControlsP. Audio SystemQ. Shift LeverR. StabiliTrak ButtonS. Power Window SwitchesT. Heated Seat ButtonsU. Climate Control SystemV. Glove Box

Getting to Know

YourTorrent2

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Instrument Panel DRIVER INFORMATION

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Your vehicle’s instrument panel isequipped with this cluster or one verysimilar to it. The instrument panelcluster includes these key features:A. SpeedometerB. Engine Coolant Temperature

GaugeC. Fuel GaugeD. TachometerE. Safety Belt Reminder Light

F. Tire Pressure Warning LightG. Air Bag Readiness and Warning

LightH. Odometer/Driver Information

Center DisplayI. Malfunction Indicator Lamp

(Check Engine Light)J. Security LightK. Antilock Brake System Warning

Light

3Instrument Panel Cluster


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Note: The instrument panel clusteris designed to let you know aboutmany important aspects of your vehi-cle’s operation. It is important to readyour Owner Manual and becomefamiliar with the information beingrelayed to you by the lights, gaugesand indicators, as well as whataction can be taken to ensure safetyand to prevent damage.

F G H I J K

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Your vehicle’s Driver Information Center(DIC) provides vehicle information,vehicle warning messages and vehiclefeature personalization. The DIC mes-sages will be shown on your instrumentpanel cluster display. To operate theDIC, the ignition switch must be on.

The DIC buttons are located on the rightside of the instrument panel cluster.

(Trip/Fuel): Press this button todisplay the odometer, trip odometer,average speed, average economy, andfuel range.

(Vehicle Information): Press thisbutton to display oil life, units, tirepressure, battery voltage, learn tirepositions (required after tire service),relearn remote key, and vehicle person-alization settings.

(Set/Reset): Press this button to setor reset certain vehicle functions as wellas acknowledge DIC messages.

Driver Information Center Personalization FeaturesTo personalize vehicle features:1. With the vehicle in Park, turn on the

ignition.2. Press the (Vehicle Information)

button until FEATURE SETTINGSappears on the display.

3. Press the (Set/Reset) button toenter the Feature Settings menu.

4. Press the button to scrollthrough the available features.

5. With the desired feature displayed,press the button to access thefeature settings.

6. Press the button to scrollthrough the available settings.

7. With the desired setting displayed,press the button to select it.

8. Press the button to access thenext feature.

9. To exit the Feature Settings menu,press the button until EXITFEATURE SETTINGS is displayedand then press the button, orpress the button.

Personalization features include:• Display Language• Auto Lock• Auto Unlock• Remote Lock Feedback• Remote Unlock Feedback• Delay Lock• Exit Lighting• Approach Lighting• Chime Volume• Remote Start

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The RemoteKeyless Entry(RKE) trans-mitter includesthe followingfunctions:

(RemoteVehicle Start)(if equipped): This feature can be usedto start the engine from outside the vehi-cle. (See Remote Vehicle Start.)

(Lock): Press this button when alldoors are closed to immediately lock allthe doors. RKE feedback (light flashand/or horn chirp) can be programmedusing the DIC.

(Unlock): Press this button to unlockthe driver’s door. Press it again withinfive seconds to unlock all remainingdoors. The approach lighting can beprogrammed using the DIC.

(Remote Alarm): Press this but-ton to sound the alarm. The horn willsound and the headlamps will flash fortwo minutes. Press the button again orturn the ignition key to the Run positionto cancel the alarm. The vehicle must beturned off to use the alarm.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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• Factory Settings• Exit Feature SettingsWarnings and MessagesThe DIC provides a variety of vehiclemessages (depending on optional equip-ment) as well as warnings if a problemis sensed in a vehicle system. To acknowledge a message and clear itfrom the display, press the (Set/Reset)button. Some urgent messages cannotbe cleared from the DIC display.If you have a current OnStar subscrip-tion and a warning message appears,you can press the blue OnStar buttonand speak to an OnStar Advisor. Inmany vehicles, OnStar Advisors canaccess certain diagnostic informationand can tell you how serious the prob-lem is and what you should do about it.


Note: Your vehicle’s warnings and mes-sages provide critical information thatcan prevent damage to your vehicle.Review your Owner Manual to becomefamiliar with the information displayedand the action required.

SAFETY & SECURITY

Remote Keyless Entry

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Remote Vehicle Start (if equipped)

This feature allows you to start theengine from outside the vehicle by usingthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-mitter. (Remote Vehicle Start transmitterrange is within approximately 200 feet ofthe vehicle.)After a remote start, the engine will runfor about 10 minutes before turning itselfoff, but can be extended 10 minutes byperforming another remote startsequence at any time. After two consec-utive remote starts, no additional remotestarts are allowed until the vehicle hasbeen started with the ignition key. The vehicle’s climate control system mayautomatically heat or cool the vehicleinterior, depending on equipment, or willturn on at the same setting as when thevehicle was last turned off.

Starting the VehicleTo remote start the vehicle:1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the

vehicle.2. Press and release the (Lock)

button on the transmitter.3. Immediately press and hold the

(Remote Vehicle Start) button forabout four seconds.

When the vehicle starts, the parkinglamps will light and remain on while theengine is running. Repeat these stepsfor a 10-minute time extension.

When you enter the vehicle after aremote start, the key must be inserted inthe ignition and turned to the Run posi-tion before driving.

Canceling a Remote Start If you wish to turn off the engine insteadof driving after a remote start, performone of the following functions:• Press and hold the button until the

parking lamps turn off.• Press and release the Hazard

Warning Flashers button inside thevehicle. Press the button again toturn off the flashers.

• Turn the key in the ignition switch toOn and then Off.

• The engine will automatically stopwhen time expires.


Note: The Remote Vehicle Start featurewill not operate if the key is in the igni-tion, if a door or the hood is open, or ifthe Check Engine light is illuminated onthe instrument panel cluster.

OnStar

The OnStar system provides in-vehiclesafety, security and phone services,available 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek. These services are easilyaccessed through the three OnStarbuttons in your vehicle. For more information about OnStarfeatures, refer to the OnStar Owner’sGuide and enclosed audio CD locatedin your glove box.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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Your vehicle is equipped with aPassenger Sensing System located inthe front passenger seat for the frontpassenger frontal air bag, and apassenger air bag status indicatorlocated above the audio system onthe instrument panel.

See Sections 1 and 3 of your Owner Manual.

Passenger Air Bag StatusIndicator

Note: It is recommended that childrennot be placed in the front passengerseat, even with the Passenger SensingSystem. All children should be securedin a rear seat, including an infant ridingin a rear-facing infant seat, a child ridingin a forward-facing child seat or an olderchild riding in a booster seat.

Your vehicle is equipped with LATCHanchors, and may have top tethers foruse with a LATCH compatible childrestraint. If your child restraint is notcompatible with the LATCH system, youmay still use it by installing the childrestraint with the seat belt system.Choose a child seat restraint that isappropriate for the child’s age and size(weight and height).See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Child Restraints (LATCH)

COMFORT

The manual driver’s seat height adjust-ment and recliner controls are locatedon the left side of the seat.Raise or Lower the SeatRatchet the height adjustment lever (A)up to raise the seat or down to lower theseat.Recline the SeatbackLift the recliner lever (B) and then movethe seatback to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the seatbackin place.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Manual Driver’s SeatAdjustments (if equipped)

A

B

The six-waypowerdriver’s seatcontrol islocated onthe left sideof the seat.The seat cushion can be raised,lowered, and moved forward or rearwardby moving this control in the desireddirection.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Power Driver’s SeatAdjustments (if equipped)

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The driver’sand frontpassenger’sheated seatcontrols arelocated on the climate control panel.The heated seat operation is canceledeach time the ignition is turned off. High: Press the button once for thehigh setting. Two indicator lights willilluminate.Low: Press the button twice for the lowsetting. One indicator light will illuminate.Off: Press the button a third time to turnoff the heated seats.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.


Climate Controls

A B C

The climate controls include the follow-ing functions:

(Fan): Turn the fan knob (A) toincrease or decrease fan speed.

(Off): Turn the fan knob to the Offposition to turn off the system. Only theheated seats and the rear defogger willfunction when the system is off.

(Air Conditioning): Press this knobto turn the air conditioning system on oroff.

(Recirculation): Press this buttonto recirculate inside air throughout thevehicle. This feature can be used to pre-vent outside air and odors from enteringyour vehicle, or to help heat or cool theair inside your vehicle more quickly.Temperature: Turn the temperatureknob (B) to raise or lower the tempera-ture setting.Airflow: Turn the airflow control knob(C) to change the direction of the airflow.

(Defog): Select this mode to directair to the windshield, side window out-lets and floor outlets.

(Defrost): Select this mode todirect most of the air to the windshieldand some air to the side window outlets.When the defog or defrost mode isselected, the recirculation mode is notavailable because outside air is neededto remove interior moisture from thevehicle.

(Rear Window Defogger): Pressthis button to activate the rear windowdefogger. It will shut off automatically.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Heated Seats (if equipped)

The driver’s seatlumbar control islocated on thefront-right side ofthe seat cushion.When seated,turn the controlknob clockwise or counterclockwise toincrease or decrease lumbar support.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support(if equipped)

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While most of the features on your radiowill look familiar, following are some thatmay be new:

(Power/Volume): Press this knob toturn the system on or off. Turn the knobto adjust the volume.

(Information): Press this button totoggle the radio display between stationfrequency and time. If equipped, it willalso display additional text informationrelated to the current FM-RDS or XMstation, or MP3 song.

(Tune): Turn this knob to select radiostations or, when a CD is playing, toselect a track or MP3 file. Press the knob to display the tonecontrol (bass/treble) or speaker control(balance/fade) setting.

(Balance/Fade): Press this button,or the Tune knob, to adjust the speakercontrol. Adjust the setting using the Tuneknob, SEEK, FWD or REV button.BAND: Press this button to switch toFM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 and XM2 (ifequipped). With a CD loaded or aportable audio player connected, pressthis button to switch between radio andCD/portable audio player operation.

(Seek/Scan): Press the right or leftarrow button to go to the next or previ-ous radio station or, when a CD is play-

Audio System FeaturesENTERTAINMENT ing, to the next track or MP3 file or the

start of the current track or MP3 file.To enter the scan mode, press and holdeither arrow button for a few seconds (abeep will sound). Radio stations will bescanned. Press either arrow buttonagain to stop scanning.

(Reverse): Press and hold thisbutton to reverse playback quickly withina track or MP3 file.

(Forward): Press and hold thisbutton to advance playback quickly with-in a track or MP3 file.CD/AUX: Press this button to play a CDinstead of the radio. Press again and thesystem will automatically search for aportable audio player connected to theauxiliary input jack.RDM (Random): Press this button toplay CD tracks in random order. Pressagain to turn off random play.RPT (Repeat): Press this button to hearthe current CD track again. Press againto turn off repeat play.EQ (Automatic Equalization): Pressthis button to select preset equalizationsettings.CAT (Category) (if equipped): Press thisbutton to find XM stations within adesired category.Auxiliary Input Jack:A portable audio player (iPod®, Palm®,MP3 player or other portable-type play-er) can be connected to the auxiliaryinput jack located on the radio. Whenconnected, press the CD/AUX button toplay audio from the portable playerover the vehicle speakers. To optimizespeaker volume, fully increase thevolume on your portable player.

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4. Press the FAV button. You may nowbegin storing your favorite stations forthe chosen number of pages.

To store favorite stations:1. Tune in the desired radio station.2. Press the FAV button to display the

page where the station is to bestored.

3. Press and hold one of the six push-buttons until a beep sounds to storethe station.

4. Repeat the steps for each pushbuttonon each page.

Setting the TimeTo set the time (without date display):1. Press the (Clock) button until the

hour numbers begin flashing on theradio display. Press the button againto adjust the minute numbers.

2. With either the hour or minute num-bers flashing, use the (Tune) knobto select the time.

3. Press the Clock button again to setthe currently displayed time.

To set the time (with date display,if equipped):1. Turn on the radio.2. Press the (Clock) button. Or, if

equipped, press the MENU buttonuntil the clock option is displayed;and then press the pushbutton locat-ed under the clock option label. TheHR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY labels willappear on the display.

3. Press the pushbutton under any ofthe labels to be changed.

4. Press the pushbutton again or theFWD button to increase the numbers.Press the REV button to decrease

Setting Preset or Favorite StationsBefore setting your preset or favoritestations, shift the vehicle into Park.

To preset up to 18 stations:1. Turn on the radio.2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2 or

AM.3. Tune in the desired radio station.4. Press and hold one of the six num-

bered pushbuttons until a beepsounds to store the station.

Setting Favorite Stations (if equipped)Press the FAV (Favorite) button to gothrough up to six pages of any combina-tion (AM, FM or XM, if equipped) offavorite radio stations. On each page, upto six stations are available by using thesix pushbuttons below the radio stationfrequency labels on the radio display.To set the number of favorite stationpages:1. Press the MENU button to display the

radio setup menu.2. Press the pushbutton located below

the FAV 1–6 label on the radiodisplay.

3. Select the desired number of favoritestation pages.

Note: Choosing to engage in extendedsearching for specific audio stations orsongs by using buttons and knobs — orto give extended attention to entertain-ment tasks — can lead you to lookaway from the road frequently or longerthan usual. Looking away from the roadfor prolonged periods may cause you tomiss seeing things on the road that youneed to see. Be sure to keep your eyeson the road and mind on the drive —and avoid engaging in extended search-ing for specific items while driving.

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the numbers. Rotating the (Tune)knob also will increase or decreasethe numbers of the selected label.

5. Press the Clock or MENU buttonagain to set the currently displayedtime and date.

MP3 Capability (if equipped)If your AM/FM stereo with CD has MP3playing capability, a CD-R or CD-RWcontaining MP3 audio tracks will playautomatically when inserted into the CDplayer. An MP3 symbol will be displayed.Radio Data System (if equipped)When you tune to a Radio Data System(RDS) station, the station name and callletters will appear on the display insteadof the frequency. RDS stations may alsoprovide the time of day, a program typefor current programming and the nameof the program being broadcast.RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadcast RDSinformation. RDS relies on receivingspecific information from these stationsand will work only when the informationis available.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Multiple-Disc CD Player (if equipped)

• Press and hold the LOAD buttonfor two seconds to load multiple CDs.Follow the display prompts to loadeach CD.

To play a specific CD:• Press the pushbutton below the arrow

label on the radio display to select thedesired CD number.

To eject a CD:• Press the EJECT button once to

eject the CD that is currently playing.• Press and hold the EJECT but-

ton for two seconds to eject all CDs.If a CD is not removed after severalseconds, it will be pulled back into theplayer automatically.


Note: CDs with any affixed labels mayjam in the CD player. Label a CD usinga permanent marker. If more than oneCD is inserted into the slot at one time,or if scratched or damaged CDs areplayed, the CD player could be dam-aged. When using the CD player, useonly CDs in good condition withoutlabels; load one CD at a time; and keepthe CD player and the loading slot freeof foreign materials, liquids or debris.

The DVD radio is located in the centerof your instrument panel. Refer to yourdetailed DVD quick tips card for operat-ing instructions.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

DVD Radio (if equipped)With the in-dash 6-disc CD player, youcannot directly load a CD as in single-play systems.To load CDs:• Press and release the LOAD

button to load one CD. Wait for thedisplay prompt to load the CD.

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Your vehicle’s Navigation EntertainmentSystem provides you with detailedmaps of all major highways and roadsthroughout the United States. Thesystem provides turn-by-turn drivinginstructions for each destination youenter. In addition, the system can helpyou locate a variety of points of interest,such as banks, airports, restaurants andmore.Refer to your Navigation EntertainmentSystem Owner Manual for operatinginstructions.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

In addition to the radio’s primary con-trols, your steering wheel may includesecondary radio controls as well — making for quick accessibility while help-ing you keep your eyes on the road.+ – (Volume): Press the + or – button toincrease or decrease volume.

(Seek): When playing the radio,press the up or down arrow to go to thenext or previous radio station and staythere. When playing a CD, press the upor down arrow to go to the next or previ-ous track.1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons): When play-ing the radio, press this button to go to apreset radio station. When playing a CDin the six-disc CD changer, press thisbutton to go to the next CD (if multipleCDs are loaded).See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Audio Steering Wheel Controls(if equipped)

Touch Screen NavigationEntertainment System (if equipped)

XM Satellite Radio offers more than 160channels of digital-quality sound thatgoes wherever you go — coast to coast.XM displays song title, artist and enter-tainment genre.Activation fee and service subscriptionare extra. Service is based in the 48contiguous U.S. states and Canada. For more information, visit XM online at www.XMradio.com or call 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

XM Satellite Radio (if equipped)

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CONVENIENCE

The windshield wipers are controlled bythe lever on the right side of the steeringcolumn. The wipers include the followingfunctions:

(Mist): Pull the lever down andrelease it for a single wiping cycle. Foradditional cycles, hold the lever downbefore releasing it.

(Off): Move the lever to this positionto turn off the wipers.

(Intermittent): Place the lever inthis position to set a delay betweenwipes. You can choose the amount oftime between wipes by rotating theIntermittent control band. The wipersactivate more often as the band is rotat-ed upward.

(Low): Move the lever to thisposition for slow, steady wiping cycles.

(High): Move the lever to thisposition for rapid wiping cycles.

(Washer Fluid): Press the buttonon the end of the lever to spray washerfluid on the windshield.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Windshield Wipers and Washer

The rear wiper and washer buttons arelocated next to the fog lamps button(if equipped) above the audio system.

(Rear Wiper): Press this button (A)to activate the rear wiper. When thewiper is on, it will run continuously at apreset speed.

(Washer Fluid): Press this button(B) to spray washer fluid on the rearwindow. It will continue to spray fluiduntil you release the button. The rearwiper will run a few more cycles afterthe washer button is released. If the rearwiper function was on prior to pressingthe washer button, it will stay on until thewiper button is pressed again.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Rear Wiper and Washer

A B

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The cruisecontrolbuttons arelocated onthe steeringwheel.

(On/Off):Press thisbutton to turnthe cruisecontrol system on or off. – SET (Set): Press this button to set aspeed, or to decrease the set speed ifthe system is engaged. When the cruisecontrol is engaged, the cruise controlsymbol will illuminate in the instrumentcluster.+ RES (Resume): Press this button toresume a set speed, or to increase theset speed if the system is engaged.

Cruise Control

CupholdersA pair ofcupholdersare locatedin the frontportion of thecenter consoleand an addi-tional pair ofcupholdersare located in

The center console between the frontseats features cupholders and a foldingarmrest/storage bin. To access thestorage bin, pull up the lever on the frontof the console. Lift up the entire foldingarmrest/storage bin for additional stor-age space for items such as CDs (A).See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Center Console Features

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the rear of the console. There is alsoone cupholder under the folding armrestof the center console.

The rear seat center armrest has a pairof cupholders. Fold down the armrest touse the cupholders.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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The dome lamps control, located on thefront passenger dome lamp housing,controls both the front and rear lamps.The following settings are available:

(Off): Place the switch in thisposition to turn off the dome lamps.

(Door): Place the switch in this posi-tion to have the dome lamps illuminateautomatically when a door is opened.

(On): Place the switch in thisposition to turn on the dome lamps.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Dome Lamps

If cruise control has been deactivated formore than 60 seconds, the set speedwill be erased.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Clothes Hook

Pull down thehook located onthe ceiling of thecargo area totransport clothingon hangers.

You can order the ashtray and cigarettelighter through the plant. An ashtray andlighter accessory kit is also availablefrom your dealership.

Ashtray and Lighter Kit (if equipped)

Sunroof (if equipped)

The sunroof controls are located on the headliner above your rearview mirror. The ignition key must be in theRun or Accessory position to operatethis feature.Vent: With the sunroof closed, pull downon the front of the switch. The sunroofwill open to the vent position. Push up onthe front of the switch to close it.Open: With the sunroof closed, pull theswitch rearward past the detent andrelease it. The sunroof will express-openautomatically. Press the switch rearwardagain to stop the sunroof.Close: Press and hold the switch for-ward. The sunroof will close only whenthe switch is being pressed.


Note: In the closed position, the sunroofmay not appear parallel with the vehicleheadliner.

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The front passenger seatback can befolded flat, allowing you to carry extra-long cargo, such as skis, lumber, or aneight-foot ladder.The back of the seat has a durable plas-tic surface that can be used as a deskor table when the vehicle is stationary.

Fold the Seatback Forward1. Lift the release bar located under the

front of the seat cushion.2. Slide the seat completely rearward,

and then release the bar.3. Push and pull on the seat to ensure it

is locked in place.4. Lift and hold the recliner lever located

on the right side of the seat cushionfully upward; and then fold the seat-back forward until it locks in the fold-ed position.

5. Pull up on the seat to ensure it islocked in place.

Return the Seatback to an UprightPosition1. Lift and hold the recliner lever fully

upward; and then raise the seatbackto an upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback toensure it is locked in place.


Fold-Down Front PassengerSeatback

MultiFlex™ Split-Folding andSliding Rear Seat

Your vehicle’s rear seatbacks can foldforward to provide additional cargospace. The seatbacks also include tworecline positions for greater passengercomfort. In addition, the seat can travelnearly eight inches — two inches for-ward and six inches backward.

Fold the Seatback(s) Down

1. Lift the lever located on top of theseatback.

2. Tilt the seatback forward and down.Recline the Seatback(s)1. Lift and hold the lever located on top

of the seatback.2. Tilt the seatback rearward; then

release the lever when the seatbackis in the desired position.

Note: Before folding or reclining theseatback(s), ensure that all three rearsafety belts are unbuckled and that thefront seatbacks are not reclined.

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Slide the Seat Forward or Rearward

1. Lift the release bar located under thefront of the seat cushion to unlock theseat.

2. Slide the seat to the desired position;then release the bar.

3. Try to move the seat forward andbackward to ensure it is locked inplace.


This feature serves as an adjustablecargo panel or as a security cover whenplaced in the upper level position.The cargo panel is carpeted on one sideand has a recessed plastic surface onthe other — a convenient feature whencarrying wet or dirty cargo. The panelincludes four hooks for securing grocerybags and has a swing-down leg thatallows the panel to be used as a table.Four Cargo Panel PositionsThe cargo panel can be placed in one offour positions: Upper, Center, Lower anda Table position.

Multifunction Cargo Panel/Security Cover (if equipped)

Upper, Center and Lower Positions1. Insert the panel’s rubber knobs into

either the upper, center or lowerguides and slide the panel forward.

2. Press down on the back of the panelto lock it in place.

Setting Up the Table1. Insert the panel’s rubber knobs into

the rear of the upper guides.2. Tilt the panel upward.3. Release the table leg from the panel;

then rotate the leg outward.4. While lowering the panel, guide the

leg onto the striker plate located onthe lower trim molding of the vehicle.

5. Be sure that the leg is secure.


Note: The table can only be used in theupper level position. The table can holda maximum of 100 pounds. Placing hotitems on the table surface could dam-age it. Be sure items placed on thetable are of moderate temperature.Always have the panel in the storedposition when you are driving; other-wise, vehicle damage may occur.

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The cross-rails can be moved along theroof rack to hold a variety of cargo.

Adjust the Cross-Rails:1. Pull up the cross-rail latches (A).2. Adjust the position of the cross-rail to

the desired location on each side ofthe roof rack.

3. Push down the latches to secure thecross-rail.


Roof Rack Cross-Rails (if equipped)

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StabiliTrak is an advanced computer-controlled vehicle stability and tractionenhancement system that assists withdirectional control of the vehicle indifficult driving conditions. It turns onautomatically every time you start yourvehicle.To limit wheelspin and help maintaindirectional control, you should alwaysleave the system on. However, if yourvehicle becomes stuck and rocking thevehicle is required, the system shouldbe turned off.To turn off the traction control part of thesystem, press the traction control buttonlocated next to the shift lever. To turn off the traction control and stabil-ity enhancement systems, press andhold the button for five seconds.When the system is turned off, the trac-tion control off light will illuminate.See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.

StabiliTrak® – Stability ControlSystem

Your vehicle may be equipped with an“on-demand” All-Wheel Drive (AWD)system. The system has no buttons orcontrols, as it is completely automatic.There may be a slight engagementsound or feel when the system engages,but this is normal.See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.

All-Wheel Drive System (if equipped)

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

If the (Malfunction Indicator Lamp/Check Engine Light) illuminates in the in-strument cluster and remains on steadilywhen the engine is running, check thatthe fuel cap is securely tightened.If you have recently refueled your vehi-cle and the cap is not secure, turn itclockwise until a clicking sound is heard,indicating that it is properly installed. The Check Engine Light will turn off aftera few driving trips with the fuel cap prop-erly installed.See Sections 3 and 5 of your Owner Manual.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp(Check Engine Light)

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The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts youwhen a significant reduction in pressureoccurs in one or more of your vehicle’stires by illuminating the (low tire pres-sure) warning light on the instrumentpanel. The low tire pressure warninglight will remain on until you correct thetire pressure.You may also have a CHECK TIREPRESSURE message appear on theDIC (if equipped). Correcting the Tire PressureWhen the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates, you must fill the tire to theproper tire inflation pressure. The Tireand Loading Information label shows thecorrect inflation pressure for the tireswhen they’re cold. “Cold” means yourvehicle has been sitting for at least threehours or driven no more than one mile.You can temporarily remove the DICmessage by acknowledging it with yourDIC controls. However, at the next vehi-cle startup, the DIC message will reap-pear if the tire pressure has not beencorrected.You may notice during cooler conditionsthat the low tire pressure warning lightwill appear when the vehicle is first start-ed and then turn off as you start to drivethe vehicle. This could be an early indi-cator that your tire pressures are gettinglow and need to be inflated to the properpressure.


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Note: The Tire Pressure Monitor canalert you about low tire pressure, but itdoesn’t replace normal monthly tiremaintenance.

In general, cleaning the entire seatpanel is recommended, starting from theseams and moving into the stain toavoid a ring effect after drying.For the cloth fabric seats, in mostinstances, mild soapy water and a cleanwhite cloth will remove spills and spots.For oil and grease spots, sprinkle bakingsoda on the spot, and then brush andwipe with a clean white cloth. See yourOwner Manual for additional cleaninginformation.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

Cleaning the Interior Upholstery

OWNER INFORMATION

A full line of accessories have beendesigned for your Torrent. VisitPontiac.com or see your dealer forinformation about the availability andpricing of accessories.

Torrent Accessories

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Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your OwnerManual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at thetime of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2006 by GM Corp.

My GMLink

The Pontiac Owner Center at My GMLinkis a complimentary service for Pontiacowners, a one-stop resource to enhanceyour Pontiac ownership experience.Exclusive member benefits include onlineservice reminders, vehicle maintenancetips, online owner manual, special privi-leges and more. Sign up today atwww.mygmlink.com.

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For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the followinginformation:• Location of the vehicle• Telephone number and your location• Vehicle model, year and color• Vehicle mileage• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)• Vehicle license plate numberPontiac reserves the right to limit servicesor reimbursement to an owner or driverwhen, in Pontiac’s judgment, the claimsbecome excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance and OnStar (if equipped)If your vehicle is OnStar-equipped, whenyou press the blue OnStar button, thevehicle will send your current GPS locationto an OnStar Advisor who will speak toyou, assess your problem, contactRoadside Assistance and relay your exactlocation so you will get the help you need.

1-800-ROADSIDE(1-800-762-3743)TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438As the proud owner of a new Pontiacvehicle, you are automatically enrolled inthe Pontiac Roadside Assistance program.This value-added service is intended toprovide you with peace of mind as youdrive in the city or travel the open road. Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-freenumber is staffed by a team of technicallytrained advisors who are available 24hours a day, 365 days a year. The advi-sors can provide minor repair informationor make arrangements to tow your vehicleto the nearest Pontiac dealer.Pontiac will provide the following servicesfor 3 years/36,000 miles (60,000 km), at no expense to you:• Fuel delivery• Lockout service (identification required)• Tow to nearest dealership for warranty

service• Flat tire assistance• Jump startIn many instances, mechanical failures arecovered under Pontiac’s comprehensivewarranty. However, when other servicesare utilized, an advisor will explain anypayment obligations you might incur.

Roadside Assistance

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