2008 Pontiac Torrent Owner's Manual - Page 181

SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the generator and battery charging systems. Driving with this problem could drain the vehicle's battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Have the electrical system checked by your dealer/retailer immediately. Connecting a battery charger to your vehicle while the ignition is in any position other than LOCK/OFF may cause this message to appear. If you need to charge your vehicle, make sure that the key is in LOCK/OFF or out of the ignition during charging. SERVICE POWER STEERING On some vehicles, this message displays when a problem is detected with the power steering system. When this message is displayed, you may notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle increases or feels heavier, but you will still be able to steer the vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer immediately. SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there has been a problem detected with the StabiliTrak® System. A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-34. See StabiliTrak® System on page 4-7 for more information. If this message turns on while you are driving, pull off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then back on. If this message still stays on or turns back on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. Have the StabiliTrak® System inspected by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message displays and a chime sounds when the brake fluid level is low. The brake system warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster when this message appears on the DIC. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-33. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. 3-57