Radio Reception - Pontiac Torrent 2009 Owner's Manual

x c
(Previous / Phone On Hook): Press to go to
the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the
previous track if a CD/DVD is playing, to reject an
incoming call, or end a current call.
b g
(Push to Talk / Mute): Press to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on.
For vehicles with OnStar
b g
and hold for longer than two seconds to
interact with those systems. See OnStar
page 2-36 and Bluetooth
for more information.

Radio Reception

Frequency interference and static can occur during
normal radio reception if items such as cell phone
chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external
electronic devices are plugged into the accessory
power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the
item from the accessory power outlet.
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or Bluetooth systems press
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System on
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on page 3-99 in this manual
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range can cause station
frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio
reception, most AM radio stations boost the power levels
during the day, and then reduce these levels during the
night. Static can also occur when things like storms and
power lines interfere with radio reception. When this
happens, try reducing the treble on the radio.
FM Stereo
FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles
(16 to 65 km). Although the radio has a built-in electronic
circuit that automatically works to reduce interference,
some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or
hills, causing the sound to fade in and out.