2009 OPEL AGILA ESP

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.

10-11Vehicle care
Interior lamps
1. Using a suitable screwdriver
covered by a cloth, pry lens away
from roof lining.
2. Remove bulb by pulling straight
out.
3. Insert new bulb, ensuring contact
springs hold the bulb securely.
4. Reinstall lens in roof lining by
pushing it back into original
position.
Instrument illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Electrical system
Fuses
Only install fuses of the specified
rating. Each fuse has its rating written
on it, in addition the fuses are colour
coded.
There are two fuse boxes in the
vehicle: the instrument panel fuse
box is located on the left-hand side of
the vehicle below the instrument
panel and the engine compartment
fuse box is located next to the battery.
It is advisable to carry a full set of
fuses.
Spare fuses can be kept in the engine
compartment fuse box.
When replacing a fuse, turn off the
respective switch and the ignition.

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.

10-14 Vehicle care
Do not store any objects behind the
cover.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.Diesel engines
The fusebox is located behind the
rear of the battery.
To open, disengage cover and lift
upwards.
No. Circuit
1Heater fan
2Fuel injection
3Air conditioning compressor
4Automatic transmission
5Brake lamp switch
6ABS, ESP
7Starter motor
8-
9Power steering control
module
10Ignition switch
11Radiator fan
12-
13ABS, ESP
14-
15Engine electrics
16Front fog lamps
17Headlamp (left)
18Headlamp (right) No. Circuit

10-15Vehicle care
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Wheels
Tyres
Factory-fitted tyres are matched to
the chassis and offer optimum driving
comfort and safety.
Winter tyres 3
Tyres of size 165/70 R 14 and
185/60 R 15 may be used as winter
tyres.
Winter tyres improve safety at
temperatures below 7
°C and should
therefore be fitted on all the wheels.
Depending on national regulations, a
notice indicating the maximum
permissible speed for the tyres must
be affixed within the driver's field of
vision.
The maximum permissible speed
varies from country to country on
account of national regulations.
Ensure that winter tyres are inflated
to the correct pressure specified by
the tyre manufacturer. No. Circuit
1Starter motor
2Air conditioning compressor
3Fuel pump
4Fuel injection
5Heater fan
6Radiator fan
7Power steering control
module
8ABS, ESP
9ABS, ESP
10Brake lamp switch
11Headlamp (right)
12Headlamp (left)
13Front fog lamps
14Ignition switch
15Ignition switch, power
windows, wipers, starter No. Circuit

10-25Vehicle care
Remove the retainer by rotating it
anti-clockwise, and remove spare
wheel from the spare wheel well.
General information
If you use winter tyres 3, the spare
wheel may still be fitted with a
summer tyre.
If you use the spare wheel when it is
fitted with a summer tyre, the
vehicle's driveability may be affected,
especially on slippery road surfaces.
Obtain a replacement for the faulty
tyre as soon as possible, and have
the wheel balanced and fitted to the
vehicle.
„Using a temporary spare wheel
may change the driving behaviour
of the vehicle, particularly if using
winter tyres3. Replace defective
tyre as quickly as possible, balance
wheel and fit to vehicle.
„Fit only one temporary spare
wheel.
„Do not drive faster than 80 km/h
(50 mph).
„Take curves slowly.„Do not use the temporary spare
wheel for a lengthy period.
„Replace temporary spare wheel
with full specification wheel without
delay.
„When temporary spare wheel is
fitted, do not take the vehicle
through an automatic car wash with
guide rails. The temporary spare
wheel may get caught on the rails,
causing damage to the tyre, wheel
and other vehicle parts.
„Tyre chains are not permitted on
the temporary spare wheel.
„If tyre chains are necessary after a
front wheel puncture, fit the
temporary spare wheel to the rear
and a rear wheel to the front. Check
tyre pressure and adjust if
necessary 3 12-8.Tools
To access the jack, vehicle tools and
tyre repair kit 3 (3 10-18), open
tailgate and pull up luggage
compartment floor carpet using the
central strap located near the tailgate
latch and hang the string on the hook
provided 3 4-4.
The jack and vehicle tools are located
below the spare wheel.
If equipped, remove the under floor
storage compartment 3 from the
luggage compartment by pulling it up
by the handle located near the
tailgate latch 3 4-4.

13-2Index
Changing the battery
Remote control ....................... 2-2
Changing tyre/wheel type
...... 10-17
Changing wheels
................... 10-22
Charging system ........................ 5-9
Chassis number, see Vehicle
Identification Number
......12-1, 12-2
Child restraint systems ............... 3-9
Child safety locks
....................... 2-4
Cigarette lighter
.......................... 5-5
Cleaning ................................. 10-30
Climate controls
......................... 8-1
Clock
.......................................... 5-3
Clutch fluid ............................... 10-6
Clutch operation
..................9-2, 9-6
Cold starts
.................................. 9-8
Control indicators ....................... 5-5
ABS
........................................ 5-9
Airbags
................................... 5-9
Belt tensioners ........................ 5-9
Brake system
.......................... 5-9
Charging system
..................... 5-9
Diesel particle filter ........5-13, 9-7
Door ajar
........................2-5, 5-12
Driver’s seat belt
..............3-7, 5-9
Electronic Stability Program .5-10
Engine coolant temperature
.5-11
Engine electronics
................ 5-13
Engine oil change ........5-12, 5-14Engine oil pressure
............... 5-11
ESP .............................5-10, 9-11
Exhaust
................................. 5-11
Exhaust emissions
................ 5-11
Front fog lamps ..............5-12, 6-3
Fuel level
............. 5-7, 5-11, 5-13
Headlamp range adjustment
5-12
High beam .....................5-12, 6-2
Immobiliser
....................2-7, 5-12
Passenger airbag status
....... 3-18
Power steering ...................... 5-10
Preheating
............................ 5-11
Rear fog lamp
................5-12, 6-3
Service transmission .......5-9, 9-5
Service vehicle soon
............. 5-12
Theft-deterrent
...............2-7, 5-12
Traction Control Support
System off
....................5-10, 9-11
Turn signal lamps
................. 5-13
Coolant ............................10-4, 11-6
Coolant level
............................ 10-4
Coolant temperature
................ 5-11
Cooling ....................................... 8-3
Cooling fan
................ 9-3, 9-7, 10-1
Correcting time
........................... 5-3
Corrosion
protection
............ 10-4, 10-31, 11-6
Courtesy lamps
.......................... 6-4
Bulb replacement ................ 10-11Cup holders
................................4-1
Curtain airbags .........................3-16
D
Dashboard - see
Instrument panel
........................1-5
Data
..........................................12-1
Demisting and defrosting
...........8-2
Diesel .......................................9-12
Diesel fuel system
....................10-7
Diesel particle filter (DPF)
5-13, 9-7
Dimensions ..............................12-6
Dipped beam
..............................6-2
Bulb replacement
..................10-7
Display ............................... 5-6, 5-7
Door locks
..............................10-30
Doors
................................ 2-5, 5-12
Driver’s airbag ..........................3-13
Driving abroad
............................6-3
Driving hints
...............................9-1
E
Electric throttle body system
....5-11
Electrical system
....................10-11
Electronic Stability Program .....9-10
Emissions
....................... 9-13, 12-4
Engine braking assistance
.........9-4
Engine code ................... 12-2, 12-3
Engine coolant temperature
.....5-11
Engine data
..............................12-3