2009 OPEL AGILA engine oil

10-1Vehicle care
Vehicle care General information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of ‘Opel
genuine parts and accessories’
expressly released for your vehicle
type. Do not make any changes to the
vehicle’s electrical systems.
End-of-life vehicle recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available at
www.opel.com.
Vehicle checks
Bonnet .................................. 10-2
Engine oil .............................. 10-3
Engine coolant ...................... 10-4
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluid ........................ 10-5
Windscreen/rear window
wipers ................................. 10-5
Brakes ................................... 10-6
Battery .................................. 10-6
Diesel fuel system, bleeding . 10-7
Bulb replacement .................. 10-7
Fuses .................................... 10-11
Wheels .................................. 10-15
Tyre repair kit 3 ..................... 10-18
Wheel changing .................... 10-22
Jump starting 3 ..................... 10-26
Towing .................................. 10-28
Interior care........................... 10-29
Exterior care ......................... 10-30
9 Warning
Only carry out engine
compartment checks when the
ignition is switched off.
The cooling fan can start to
operate unexpectedly, even when
the ignition is switched off.
9 Danger
Electronic ignition systems
generate very high voltages. Do
not touch the ignition system; high
voltage can be fatal.

10-3Vehicle care
To close, lift bonnet slightly, release
the support rod from the hole and
press it back into its retaining clip.
Lower the bonnet gradually, allowing
it to drop from a height of approx.
30 cm.
Check that the bonnet is locked in
position before driving, by pulling at
its front edge. If it is not engaged,
repeat closing procedure.
Engine oil
Information on engine oil is in the
chapter “Service and maintenance”
311-6.
We recommend the engine oil level is
checked before starting a long trip.
The engine oil level must be checked
with the vehicle horizontal and with
the engine (which must be at
operating temperature) switched off.
Wait a few minutes before checking
the level to allow the normal oil
accumulation in the engine to drain
back into the oil pan.
Pull out dipstick from the tube, wipe it
clean and re-insert it as far as it will
go. After pulling the dipstick out again, check the engine oil level,
ensuring it is between the lower and
upper (MIN and MAX) marks.
The illustrations show checking the
engine oil in the K 10 B and K 12 B
petrol engines and the diesel engines
respectively.
Top up if the engine oil level has
dropped to the "add oil" lower mark
(MIN mark).

10-4 Vehicle care
When replenishing, attempt to use
the same type of engine oil as used at
the last oil change.
The engine oil level must not go
above the upper (MAX) mark on the
dipstick.
Capacities 3 12-5.
Engine oil life monitor 3 3 5-14.
Engine coolant
Antifreeze and corrosion
protection
The antifreeze provides freeze
protection down to -28 °C.
Coolant level
The illustrations show the LOW and
FULL coolant level marks in the
petrol and diesel engines
respectively.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be drained
or syphoned out.
Caution
Use only approved antifreeze.
9 Warning
Allow engine to cool down before
removing coolant filler cap. If
steam is visible, move away from
the vehicle until the engine is
cool.
Remove coolant filler cap
carefully so that pressure can
escape slowly.

10-13Vehicle care
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Engine compartment fuse
box
Petrol engines
The fuse box is located next to the
battery in the engine compartment.
To open, disengage cover and tilt
upwards. No. Circuit
1-
2Ignition coils
3Reversing lamp
4Instrument cluster
5Accessory socket, cigarette
lighter, power exterior mirror
6Infotainment system
7Power window
8Wipers/washer
9Power steering
10Airbag system
11ABS, ESP
12Tail lamp
13-
14Door lock
15Diesel engine
16Starter motor
17-
18Heater fan
19Rear fog lamp
20Infotainment system
21Heated rear window
22Horn, hazard warning
23Manual transmission
24Power windows No. Circuit
9 Danger
Switch off ignition before opening
the engine compartment fuse
box.

11-1Service and maintenance
Service and
maintenanceScheduled
maintenance
Service intervals
Interim Service
Due every 15,000 km (10,000 miles)
or 1 year, whichever occurs first.
Main Service
Due every 30,000 km (20,000 miles)
or 2 years, whichever occurs first.
The service intervals are based on
average operating conditions. For
severe operating conditions 311-5.
Service interval display 35-14.
Engine oil life monitor 35-14.Confirmations
Confirmation of Service is recorded in
the spaces provided in the Service
and Warranty Booklet. The date and
kilometre/mileage reading is
completed with the stamp and
signature of the Servicing Workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty or
goodwill claims are to be met, and is
also a benefit when you come to sell
the vehicle. Scheduled maintenance ....... 11-1
Service schedule .................. 11-2
Additional servicing ............... 11-5
Recommended fluids and
lubricants ............................ 11-5

11-3 Service and maintenance
Service operations by year 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1)Whichever occurs first.⊕Additional operations.o Under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced.
1
15
102
30
203
45
304
60
405
75
506
90
60
Ribbed V-belt: visual check - petrol engines only x x
⊕ Replace every 6 years/90,000 km/60,000 miles
Ribbed V-belt and tensioner: visual check - diesel engines only x x x
⊕ Replace every 10 years/150,000 km/100,000 miles
⊕Valve clearances: check, adjust - petrol engines only x x x
Engine oil and oil filter: replace x x x x x x
oDiesel fuel filter: drain water x x x x x x
Diesel fuel filter: replace and bleed x x x
⊕Manual transmission: oil level check, correct x
Oil changexx
Parking brake cable: check, adjust x
Parking brake: check and adjust
Wheel mounting and suspension front and rear, brake lines, brake
pressure hoses, fuel lines, fuel tank and exhaust system: visual checkxxx
Corrosion protection: check and record in Service and Warranty Booklet annually
Front and rear wheel brakes: check visually x x x x x x

11-4 Service and maintenance
⊕Additional operations.o Under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced.
Service operations by year 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1
15
102
30
203
45
304
60
405
75
506
90
60
o⊕Automatic transmission fluid level: check correct x x x
Fluid hose: inspectx
Fluid: change every 165,000 km/110,000 miles
Engine, transmission, A/C compressor: check for leaks x x x x x x
oBrake drum: remove, clean, visual check x
Steering system boots, track rods, final drive: visual check x x
Track rod end and supporting ball joint: check x x x
⊕Brake and clutch fluid: change every 2 years
Wheel fastening: loosen and tighten to torque
Tyre condition and pressures: check, correctxxxxxx
First aid kit: visual check every 2 years
Headlamp aiming: check, adjust x x x
Door hinges, door stop, lock cylinder, lock striker, bonnet catch, tailgate
hinges and check links: lubricate xxx
Test drive, final check
Service interval display and oil life monitor: reset - if applicablexxxxxx
1)Whichever occurs first.

11-6 Service and maintenance
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and also its viscosity. Quality is more
important than viscosity when
selecting which engine oil to use.
Engine oil quality
Opel engine oil meets classifications
GM-LL-A-025 and GM-LL-B-025 and
is therefore suitable for both petrol
and diesel engines.
Topping up engine oil
Oils of different manufacturers and
brands can be mixed as long as you
comply with the specified engine oil
criteria (quality and viscosity).Not every engine oil available on the
market meets the quality
requirements, always check the
required specification and rating is
marked on the container.
If engine oil of the required quality is
not available, a maximum of 1 litre of
ACEA A3/B4 or A3/B3 grade may be
used (only once between each oil
change). The viscosity should be of
the correct rating.
Use of ACEA A1/B1 and A5/B5
engine oil is expressly forbidden,
since they can cause long-term
engine damage under certain
operating conditions.
Engine oil additives
The use of engine oil additives could
cause damage and invalidate the
warranty.
Engine oil viscosity
Diesel engines:
SAE 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30 or 5W-40
Petrol engines:
SAE 5W-30The SAE viscosity rating defines the
ability of an oil to flow. When cold, oil
is more viscous than when hot.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures. The first figure, followed by a
W, indicates low temperature
viscosity and the second figure the
high temperature viscosity.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use antifreeze of recommended
specification. GM-LL-A-025: Petrol engines
GM-LL-B-025: Diesel engines
GM General Motors Europe
LL Longlife
A or B Engine oil quality
specification
025 Validity index