2006 Pontiac Torrent Consumer Discussions

Pontiac Torrent Loud when idling?

Loud when idling?

Written by: samiaml on Oct 13, 2009 04:26 PM

Hi i have a 2006 Pontiac Torrent and have been havin it in and out of the shop for the long cranking ignition (of which after almost a yr they still cant figure out the problem) but the last time i got it back from a different dealer my truck sounded a lil loud when idling.... i didnt notice it before but my husband says for 1 its a suv so its gonna b a lil louder and for 2 its ... Read More...

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Re: I like my 2006 Torrent- when it is not in the shop [dakdog14]

Written by: andy93 on Jun 03, 2009 07:08 AM

I have a 2006 Pontiac Torrent FWD and have had some of the same problems that seem to keep showing up in the forums. 1. At 17000 miles replaced both wheel bearings. 2. At 10000 replaced ignitions switch. 3. Service warning light kept coming on and the dealer couldn't find anything wrong so their guess was that the gas cap was not tight. I just happened to be under the ... Read More...

Pontiac Torrent Ignition Problem

Re: what do you do?????????? [dahlbpmn]

Written by: brendav on Mar 15, 2009 09:22 PM

ATTENTION ALL 2006 AND 2007 PONTIAC TORRENT OWNERS WHO ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH STARTING ISSUES. THIS MESSAGE IS FOR YOU.!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a 2006 torrent and bought it brand new. At 20,000 miles I started having issues with the starter dragging and the car not starting. I have had it in several times to the dealership. They have replaced starters, fuel pumps, ... Read More...

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The future of the Torrent

Written by: rhouser2 on Jan 16, 2009 08:21 AM

As a satisfied owner of a 2006 Torrent with 46000 trouble free miles i have been thinking about the future of the GM lineup. Given the current state of the auto industry and the economy and GM, things are going to have to change. we all know chevy,gmc,buick and saturn have the lambda series midsize crossover suvs. chevy,saturn,pontiac have the small crossovers,,the ... Read More...

Pontiac Torrent Maintenance and Repair

2006 Torrent Radio/interior lights not playing after ignition is turned off

Written by: jj_chenue on Dec 21, 2008 02:32 PM

My mom-in-law has a 2006 Pontiac Torrent that has stopped playing the radio and turning on the interior lights once the ignition is turned off. Not sure if it is a sign of something bigger or not. Any idea's on things to check prior to taking it to the dealer? Doesn't seem to be the fuse, because the radio and lights work any other time. Read More...

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I like my 2006 Torrent- when it is not in the shop

Written by: dakdog14 on Oct 14, 2008 03:43 PM

I have a 2006 AWD Pontiac Torrent and have had it in the repair shop repeatedly- many times for the same issue. I just broke the 36,000 mile mark and after getting no help from the dealership or GM I reluctantly purchased an extended warranty with the assumption that I will have further problems. Some issues I have had are: 1) Both front wheel bearings were replaced ... Read More...

Pontiac Torrent Sunroof

Pontiac Torrent Sunroof

Written by: jhorton6 on Aug 22, 2008 11:55 AM

I have a 2006 Torrent. I was looking at the sunroof the other day and have a question. When it is closed should the glass be level with the top of the roof? When mine is closed it sits about a quarter of an inch below at the front and only about one eigth below at the back. I have looked at 3 other equinox's and torrents with one being the same as mine and the 2 others higher ... Read More...

Pontiac Torrent Ignition Problem

May have solved mystery of Torrent starting problem

Written by: joeltahoe on Aug 07, 2008 09:57 PM

I have a 2006 Pontiac Torrent with the same intermittent starting problem, or failure to turn over as described by other. I've been through reprogramming the computer and the ignition replacement, and most other repair attempt listed. After 3 visits to the dealership, they determined that I had a very high level of "Upper-End Carbon Buildup" in the motor. They ... Read More...

Pontiac Torrent Maintenance and Repair

Re: Pontiac Torrent Maintenance and Repair [lorrainelab]

Written by: appleman on Jul 27, 2008 05:23 PM

My 2006 torrent is in the shop right now getting its right hub bearing replaced. i never had a vehichle that had a hub bearing go bad. the problem i sthey cannot get he old bearing out. hey say this only happens one a year. Do Torrents have a major problem with hub bearings? Read More...

Pontiac Torrent Ignition Problem

Ignition Problems with Pontiac Torrent

Written by: joeltahoe on Jul 13, 2008 10:38 PM

I have a 2006 Pontiac Torrent with the same hesitating start. The dealership replaced the key cylinder and made some computer adjustments, but the problem returned with increasing frequency. Until recently, the car always started; however this Saturday, the car would not turn over at all. Fortunately, I was with mechanic at the time, and he said to depress ... Read More...