2009 OPEL AGILA warning

10-27Vehicle care
„Manual transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission 3 in P.
Connect the leads in the order shown
in the illustration:
1. Connect one end of the first jump
lead to the positive terminal 1 of the
battery providing the jump start
(identified by “+” sign on battery
case or terminal).
2. Connect the other end of the first
jump lead to the positive terminal 2
of the discharged battery (“+” sign). 3. Connect one end of the second
jump lead to the negative terminal 3
of the battery providing the jump
start (identified by "-" sign on
battery case or terminal).
4. Connect the other end of the
second jump lead 4 to ground on
the vehicle with the discharged
battery, e.g. on the engine block.
„Do not connect leads to negative
terminal of discharged battery.
„The last connection point should be
as far away from the discharged
battery as possible.
„Route leads so they cannot catch
on rotating parts in engine
compartment.
„Start the engine of the vehicle
providing the jump start.„After 5 minutes, start the other
engine. Start attempts should be
made at intervals of 1 minute and
should not last longer than
15 seconds.
„After starting, allow both engines to
idle for approx. 3 minutes with
leads connected.
„In order to avoid excess voltage in
the electrical system, before
removing a lead, switch on an
electrical consumer (e.g. lamps,
heated rear window) in the vehicle
receiving the jump start.
„Operate discharged vehicle for
approx. 20 minutes to allow for
recharging.
„Reverse above sequence exactly
when removing leads.
9 Warning
Care must be taken to ensure that
the leads do not inadvertently
contact metal surfaces within the
compartment area.

11-5Service and maintenance
Additional servicing
Additional operations ⊕
Additional work is work that is not
required every service but can be
performed in conjunction with a
regular service.
Time allowances for such work are
not included in the scope of regular
services and will be charged for
additionally. It is more economic if
these operations are performed as
part of a scheduled service than
having them performed separately.
Severe operating conditions o
Operating conditions are classified as
severe when one or more of the
following occurs frequently:
„cold starts,
„stop and go,
„trailer/caravan towing,
„gradients and/or high altitudes,
„poor road surfaces,
„sand and dust,
„extreme temperature fluctuations. Police vehicles, taxis and driving
school vehicles are also classified as
operating under severe conditions.
Under severe operating conditions, it
may be necessary to have certain
scheduled service work done more
frequently than the scheduled
intervals.
For example, if fuel is used that does
not comply with required standards,
the fuel filter may need more frequent
draining or replacement and it may
also be necessary to change other
components more often (e.g. spark
plugs).
It is recommended to seek technical
advice on the servicing requirements
dependent on the specific operating
conditions of your vehicle.
Recommended fluids
and lubricants
Only use products that have been
tested and approved. Damage
resulting from the use of non-
approved materials will not be
covered by the warranty.
Checking and topping up fluids
3 10-3.
9 Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and must be handled
with the appropriate level of care.
If consumed, seek medical
attention immediately. Do not
inhale fumes and avoid skin
contact. Keep out of reach of
children. Do not allow operating
materials to contaminate the
sewage system, surface water,
ground water or soil. Dispose of
empty containers properly.
Always bear in mind that
operating materials are
hazardous to your health.

11-7Service and maintenance
The system is factory-filled with
coolant designed for frost protection
down to approx. -28 °C. This
concentration should be maintained
all year-round.
Coolant additives intended to give
additional corrosion protection or seal
against minor leaks can cause
function problems. Liability for
consequences resulting from the use
of coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid
Only use DOT4 brake fluid.
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified
interval.
Brake fluid should be stored in a
sealed container to avoid water
absorption. Ensure it does not become
contaminated with fluids containing
mineral oil (oil, petrol, cleaner) as this
can damage the seals and sleeves of
the brake system.Transmission fluid
Use fluid meeting specification
Grade: API GL-4
Viscosity: 75W-85 or 75W-90.
Automatic transmission fluid
Use fluid meeting specification
ATF3309.
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous!
Caution
Due to its corrosive nature, it must
not come in contact with the
paintwork. Flush any escaped
brake fluid with plenty of water.

13-3 Index
Engine oil ........................ 10-3, 11-6
Additives ............................... 11-6
Topping up
.................. 10-3, 11-6
Viscosity
............................... 11-6
Engine oil level and
consumption
............................ 10-3
Engine oil life monitor
.............. 5-14
Engine oil pressure .................. 5-11
Engine speed
............................. 5-6
Engine wash
.......................... 10-32
Environmental protection ....... 10-30
ESP (Electronic Stability
Program)
.................................. 9-10
Exhaust gases ........................... 9-8
Exhaust system
......................... 9-8
Exterior care
.......................... 10-30
Exterior lamps ............................ 6-1
Exterior mirrors
.......................... 2-8
F
Fan
............................................ 8-2
Filling station
Capacities
............................ 12-5
Engine oil level ..................... 10-3
Fuel
............................. 9-12, 12-3
Opening the bonnet
.............. 10-2
Tyre pressure ....................... 12-8
Vehicle data
......................... 12-1
Windscreen washer system
. 10-5
First aid kit ................................. 4-5Flat tyre
.................................. 10-24
Foot brake ................................. 9-9
Front airbags
........................... 3-13
Front fog lamps
.......................... 6-3
Bulb replacement ................. 10-8
Front passenger’s airbag
......... 3-13
Deactivation
......................... 3-17
Front turn signal lamps
Bulb replacement
................. 10-8
Fuel
.......................................... 9-12
Fuel consumption ........... 9-13, 12-4
Fuel filler cap
........................... 9-13
Fuel gauge
................................. 5-7
Fuse extractor ........................ 10-12
Fuses
..................................... 10-11
G
Gears
......................................... 9-6
Generator, see Charging system
5-9
Glove box
.................................. 4-1
Gross Vehicle Weight ..... 9-12, 12-7
H
Hand brake, see Parking brake
.9-9
Hazard warning lamps ............... 6-2
Head restraints
.......................... 3-1
Headlamp flash
.......................... 6-2
Headlamp range adjustment ..... 6-1Headlamps
................................ 6-1
Bulb replacement ................. 10-7
Driving abroad
........................ 6-3
Front fog lamps
...................... 6-3
Warning chime ..................... 5-13
Heated exterior mirrors
.............. 8-5
Heated rear window
................... 8-5
Heating ...................................... 8-1
Exterior mirrors
....................... 8-5
Rear window
.......................... 8-5
Height adjustment
Head restraints
....................... 3-1
Seat belts
............................... 3-8
Steering wheel ....................... 5-1
High beam
................................. 6-2
Bulb replacement
................. 10-7
High-pressure cleaners 10-30, 10-31
Horn
........................................... 5-2
I
Identification plate
.................... 12-1
Ignition switch
............................ 9-1
Ignition system
........................... 9-2
Immobiliser ................................ 2-7
Infotainment system
.................. 7-1
Instrument cluster
...................... 5-8
Instrument panel ........................ 1-5
Instruments
................................ 5-1
Interior care
........................... 10-29

13-6Index
Transmission display ..........5-7, 9-3
Trip computer ........................... 5-14
Trip odometer
............................. 5-6
Turn signal lamps
....................... 6-2
Bulb replacement .................. 10-8
Tyre chains
............................ 10-17
Tyre condition
........................ 10-17
Tyre pressure ................10-16, 12-8
Tyre repair kit
......................... 10-18
U
Units of measure
...................... 5-16
Unleaded fuel
..................9-12, 12-3
V
Vehicle care
............................. 10-1
Vehicle checks
......................... 10-1
Vehicle dimensions
.................. 12-6
Vehicle Identification
Number
...........................12-1, 12-2
Vehicle keys, see Key
................ 2-1
Vehicle tools ........................... 10-25
Vehicle weights
........................ 12-7
Ventilation
...........................8-1, 8-4
W
Warning chimes
....................... 5-13
Warning triangle
......................... 4-5
Washer fluid reservoir .............. 10-5
Washing the vehicle
............... 10-30
Weights
.................................... 12-7
Wheel condition ..................... 10-17Wheel covers
......................... 10-17
Wheels, tyres ......................... 10-15
Windows
...........................2-10, 8-5
Demisting and defrosting
........ 8-2
Windscreen washer
system
...............................5-3, 10-5
Antifreeze protection
............. 10-5
Capacities ............................. 12-5
Washer fluid reservoir
........... 10-5
Windscreen wipers
............5-2, 10-5
Winter operation
Coolant, antifreeze
............... 10-4
Fuel for diesel engines
......... 9-12
Heating ............................8-1, 8-3
Locks
.................................. 10-30
Tyre chains
......................... 10-17
Window demisting and
defrosting
................................ 8-2
Winter tyres
........................ 10-15