2009 OPEL ANTARA height

Driving and operation143
Control indicator for park pilotControl indicator r illuminates while
driving if there is a fault in the system.
If the acoustic signal sounds 3 times
continuously when there are no obstacles
near the front or rear bumper, there is a
fault in the system.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a
workshop. To ensure the safety of other road users
and people in the vicinity and to avoid
damage to the vehicle, remember:
z
The park pilot should only be considered
as a supplementary function. Normal
precautions should be maintained when
reversing. Check the rear view and use
the mirrors when reversing.
z Do not push, scratch or otherwise
damage the sensors.
z Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners to
clean the sensors. Clean only with a soft
sponge and clean water.
Automatic level control 3
Automatic level control makes it possible to
keep the height of the vehicle constant
when subjected to different loads in the
rear (e.g. when passengers are occupying
the rear seats or when towing a caravan/
trailer). This significantly improves driving
conditions.
The vehicle is automatically raised at the
rear to its previous unloaded level,
increasing spring travel and ground
clearance.
Headlamp range adjustment -
see page 97.
In the event of malfunctions, do not utilise
the vehicle’s full load capacity. Have the
cause of the fault remedied by a workshop
without delay.

Driving and operation152
Tyre designations
Meanings:
e.g. 235/60 R 17 102 H
Speed code letters: Winter tyres
3
See page 223 for restrictions.
Winter tyres improve safety at extremely
low outside temperatures and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
The design of summer tyres means they
have limited qualities for winter driving.
If the maximum permissible speed for the
winter tyres is less than that of the vehicle,
a notice indicating the maximum
permissible speed for the tyres must be
affixed within the driver's field of vision 3
1).
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.
Ensure that winter tyres are inflated to the
correct pressure specified by the tyre
manufacturer.
If winter tyres are installed that have not
been approved for your vehicle, ESC
performance may be affected. Consult a
workshop regarding availability of
approved winter tyres.
Wheel trims 3
If the wheel trims and tyres used are not
Opel-approved, make sure the tyres do not
have a beaded edge - see page 149. Tyre chains
3
See page 223 for restrictions.
Tyre chains must not be used on the
temporary spare wheel. If you need to use
tyre chains after suffering a flat front tyre,
fit the temporary spare wheel on the rear
axle and transfer one of the rear wheels to
the front axle.
235
=Tyre width inmm
60 =Aspect ratio
(tyre height to tyre width in %)
R =Belt type: Radial
17 = Rim diameter in inches
102 =Load index
e.g.: 91 represents 618 kg
H = Speed code
Q Up to 160 km/h (100 mph)
S Up to 180 km/h (112 mph)
T Up to 190 km/h (118 mph)
H Up to 210 km/h (130 mph)
V Up to 240 km/h (150 mph)
W Up to 270 km/h (168 mph)
1)Varies from country to country on account of
national regulations.

Driving and operation168
Coupling socket load
The coupling socket load is the load
exerted by the caravan/trailer on the
coupling ball. It can be varied by changing
the weight distribution when loading the
caravan/trailer.
The maximum permissible coupling socket
load for the towing vehicle (80 kg) is stated
on the towing equipment identification
plate and should always be aimed for,
particularly in the case of heavy caravans/
trailers. The coupling socket load should
never be below 25 kg.
When measuring the coupling socket load,
make sure that the drawbar of the loaded
caravan/trailer is at the same height as it
will be when the carava n/trailer is coupled
with the towing vehicle loaded. This is
particularly important for caravans/trailers
with tandem axle. Rear axle load during towing
When the caravan/trailer is coupled and
the towing vehicle fully
loaded (including
all occupants), the permissible rear axle
load must not be exceeded.
National regulations regarding maximum
speeds for vehicles towing a caravan/
trailer must be observed.
Tyre pressure
Increase the tyre pressure on the towing
vehicle to the value specified for full load
(see page 224). Also check the pressure of
the caravan/trailer tyres.

Self-help, vehicle care172
To open completely, locate the safety
catch, found slightly left of centre on the
underside of the bonnet, push the catch
upwards and lift the bonnet gently. The
bonnet is held open automatically.
When the bonnet is opened, leaves, dirt or
snow on the bonnet can slide down and
obstruct the air intake. Remove any leaves,
dirt or snow. Air intake - see page 114.
Never drive with bonnet open.
To close bonnet, lower it 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.
Starting
Do not start with quick charger
This prevents damage to electronic
components.
Do not start by pushing or towing
Because your vehicle is fitted with a
catalytic converter, it must not be started
by pushing or towing - see page 133.
The vehicle can only be started using jump
leads - see following pages.
Starting the engine with jump
leads 3
A vehicle with a discha rged battery can be
started using jump leads and the battery of
another vehicle.
Start attempts should be made at intervals
of 1 minute and should not last longer than
15 seconds.
9 Warning
If the vehicle battery requires charging
whilst still in the vehicle, ensure there is
adequate ventilation in and around the
battery compartment, to prevent risk of
explosion.
9 Warning
This must be done with extreme care. Any
deviation from the following instructions
could lead to personal injury or damage
resulting from battery explosion, as well
as to damage to the electrical systems in
both vehicles.

Self-help, vehicle care180
3. The location of front and rear jacking points is indicated by notches on the
bottom edge of the vehicle, under the
doors.4. Before positioning the jack, set it to the necessary height by rotating the eye by
hand.
Position jack at the front or rear jacking
point located nearest to the wheel
concerned so that the jack claw spans
the vertical base. Make sure it is properly
positioned.
The jack base must be on the ground
directly below the jacking point in a
manner that prevents it from slipping.5. Attach wrench to eye of threaded rod and turn crank to raise vehicle.
If this is not the case, carefully lower the
vehicle immediately and reposition the
jack.
Raise the vehicle until the wheel is just
clear of the ground.
6. Unscrew wheel nuts completely by turning anti-clockwise and wipe clean
with a cloth. Then apply a light coating
of grease to the cone of each wheel
nut. Do not grease the threads.
Put wheel nuts somewhere where the
threads will not be soiled.

226 Technical data
Dimensions
Overall length (mm)4576
Width (mm) 1850
Overall height with roof rails (mm) 1747
Wheelbase (mm) 2707
Track width (mm): Front
Rear 1562
1572
Turning circle diameter, wall to wall (m) 12.78
Maximum wading depth (mm)
(at 5 km/h (3 mph)) 450
Approach angle 24°
Ramp angle 17.6°
Departure angle 23°

Index231
Fuel gauge ............................................... 76
Fuel system, diesel
................................ 194
Fuse extractor
........................................ 182
Fuses
....................................................... 181
G
Gears ........................................................ 17
Generator, see Alternator
....................... 74
Glasses compartment
............................. 65
Glove compartment
................................ 64
Bulb replacement
.............................. 191
Cooling
............................................... 105
Lighting
........................................ 64, 100
Graphical information display
......... 77, 83
Gross Vehicle Weight
........... 131, 167, 221
H
Halogen headlamp system .................. 185
Bulb replacement
.............................. 185
Hand brake
...................................... 19, 147
Hazard warning lamps
..................... 14, 97
Head restraints
.................................... 8, 39
Active head restraints
......................... 39
Head restraint position
....................... 39
Height adjustment
.............................. 39
Headlamp aiming
................................. 185
Headlamp flash
................................. 14, 95
Headlamp main beam
..................... 14, 95
Bulb replacement
.............................. 186
Control indicator
............................ 73, 95
Headlamp range adjustment
......... 97, 185
Automatic
............................................ 97
Manual
................................................. 97
Headlamp switch
.............................. 13, 94 Headlamp washer system
........ 16, 93, 199
Antifreeze protection
........................ 199
Capacities
.......................................... 225
Washer fluid reservoir
....................... 199
Headlamps
........................................ 13, 94
Bulb replacement
...................... 186, 187
Daytime running lamps
...................... 94
Driving abroad
.................................. 100
Front fog lamps
................................... 96
Warning device
............................. 92, 94
Wiper activated lighting
..................... 94
Heated exterior mirrors
.................. 16, 105
Heated front seats
................................ 105
Heated rear window
....................... 16, 105
Heating
.......................................... 103, 107
Exterior mirrors
.................................. 105
Rear window
...................................... 105
Seats
................................................... 105
With air conditioning system
.... 107, 108
With Electronic Climate Control
112, 113
Heating the footwell
............................. 108
Height adjustment Head restraints
................................ 8, 39
Seat belts
............................................. 47
Steering wheel
..................................... 13
High-pressure cleaners
143, 167, 202, 204
Horn
......................................................... 15
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
............... 138
I
Identification plate ............................... 215
Ignition logic
...................................... 80, 87
Ignition switch
......................................... 13
Illumination
........................................ 100
Ignition system
........................................ 19
Immobiliser
.............................................. 22
Information display
................................ 76
Bulb replacement
.............................. 191
Illumination
.......................................... 98
Infotainment system
..................... 101, 102
Inspection system
................................. 206
Instrument display
.................................. 75
Bulb replacement
.............................. 191
Illumination
.......................................... 98
Instrument panel
..................................... 10
Instruments
.............................................. 70
Interior lamps
.......................................... 98
Front reading lamps
........................... 99
Rear interior lamps
.............................. 99
Interior mirror
...................................... 9, 31
Interruption of power supply
... 83, 90, 120
Selector lever lock
............................. 120
ISOFIX
.......................................... 50, 51, 52
J
Jack ........................................................ 176
Jump leads
............................................ 172

Index233
Power steering ................................. 73, 127
Fluid
.................................................... 198
Preheating
......................................... 19, 73
Pushing, towing
..................................... 172
R
Radio ...................................................... 101
Radio equipment (CB)
.......................... 102
Radio frequency remote control Central locking system
.............. 6, 23, 25
Fault
..................................................... 24
Radio reception
..................................... 101
Rain sensor
................................15, 93, 198
Rear interior lamps Bulb replacement
.............................. 190
Rear lamp cluster
.................................... 96
Bulb replacement
.............................. 188
Rear seat armrest
.................................... 42
Rear seats
................................................ 41
Folding backrests
................................ 41
Restoring backrests
............................. 42
Rear window washer system
....16, 93, 199
Rear window wipers
.......................... 16, 93
Refuelling
............................................... 132
Fuel filler cap
..................................... 132
Remote control Central locking system
.............. 6, 23, 25
Fault
..................................................... 24
Replacement keys
................................... 21
Reversing lamps
...................................... 96
Bulb replacement
.............................. 188
Roof load
.................. 35, 64, 127, 153, 221
Roof racks
...................................... 130, 153 Running-in
............................................. 127
Brakes
................................................. 145
S
Safeguard against
unauthorised use
........................ 13, 20, 21
Safety
..................................................... 191
Safety accessories
..................... 47, 68, 177
Safety net
................................................. 60
Saving energy
........................................ 129
Saving fuel
............................................. 129
Seat adjustment
.................................. 7, 36
Seat belts
............................... 8, 42, 43, 204
Driver’s seat belt reminder
................. 72
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder
46
Height adjustment
.............................. 47
Removing
............................................. 47
Seat height adjustment
...................... 8, 37
Seat position
............................................ 38
Seats
..................................................... 7, 36
Adjustment
.................................. 7, 8, 36
Electric seat adjustment
..................... 37
Folding passenger’s seat
.................... 40
Heated seats
..................................... 105
Selector lever
................................... 18, 116
Selector lever lock
........................... 18, 116
Self-diagnosis
.......................................... 45
Self-help
................................................. 171
Automatic transmission
.................... 120
Information display
....................... 80, 86
Remote control
.................................... 24
Service
.................................................... 206
Service intervals
............................. 206, 207
Side airbags
............................................. 54 Side repeater lamps
Bulb replacement
.............................. 188
Slide/tilt sun roof
..................................... 34
Spare keys
............................................... 21
Spare wheel
................................... 153, 177
Speed
............................................. 129, 130
Fuel consumption
.............................. 129
Speedometer
........................................... 75
Starting on inclines
............................... 170
Starting the engine
........................... 13, 19
Self-help
............................................. 172
Steam-jet cleaners
........143, 167, 202, 204
Steering column lock
.............................. 13
Steering wheel adjustment
..................... 13
Steering wheel remote control
............. 101
Storage
.................................................... 59
Stowage compartments
......................... 64
Sun roof
................................................... 34
Sun visors
................................................. 34
Illumination
........................................ 100
Sunglass holder
....................................... 65
System settings
................................. 79, 85
T
Tachometer ............................................. 75
Tail and brake lamps Bulb replacement
.............................. 188
Tailgate
............................................... 6, 26
Tailgate washer system
............ 16, 93, 199
Antifreeze protection
........................ 199
Capacities
.......................................... 225
Washer fluid reservoir
....................... 199
Tailgate wiper
................................... 16, 93