Starting And Operating Your Vehicle; New Vehicle Break-In - Pontiac Torrent 2009 Owner's Manual

See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service
®
PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut
exactly as the ignition key that operates the system.
To program the new additional key:
1. Verify that the new key has a
2. Insert the original, already programmed, key in the
ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not
start, see your dealer/retailer for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the key to
LOCK/OFF, and remove the key.
4. Insert the new key to be programmed and turn
it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds of
removing the original key.
The security light will turn off once the key has
been programmed.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to
be programmed.
If you lose or damage your PASS-Key
your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service
®
PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made.
Do not leave the key or device that disarms or
deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.
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stamped on it.
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III+ key, see
Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate
break-in. But it will perform better in the long run
if you follow these guidelines:
•
Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast
or slow, for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not
make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to
brake or slow the vehicle.
•
Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles
(322 km) or so. During this time the new brake
linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline
every time you get new brake linings.
•
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing
a Trailer on page 4-33 for the trailer towing
capabilities of your vehicle and more
information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be
gradually increased.