2009 OPEL CORSA cooling

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Climate control
Data is shown on the information display.
Setting modifications are briefly shown in
the information display, superimposing
over the currently displayed menu.
May appear differently depending on the
type of display 394.
The climate control system settings are
stored in the vehicle key when the vehicle is
locked, see "Personalised key" 339.
Different settings are stored for each
remote control. Use of a remote control will
activate the settings associated with it.
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Manual settings such as operating without
cooling and air distribu tion can be selected
using the menu 3132.
When cooling (air conditioning
compressor) is active, air is cooled and
dehumidified.
The pollen filter removes dust, soot, pollen
and spores from the inflowing outside air.
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When set to automatic mode, the climate
control system provides the optimal
settings for almost all conditions. If
necessary, climate cont rol system settings
can be modified manually.
The climate control system is only
operational when the engine is running.
If you wish the climate control system 3 to
operate correctly, do not cover the sensor
on the instrument panel.
Cooling (air conditioning compressor)
switches off automati cally at low outside
temperatures.
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131
Climate control
If a temperature below 16 C is set, Lo
appears in the display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
cooling power. The temperature is not
regulated.
If a temperature above 28 C is set, Hi
appears in the display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
heating power. The temperature is not
regulated.
The temperature setting is saved when the
ignition is switched off.
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Window demisting and de-icing
Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp
weather, damp clothing or low outside
temperatures:
Press V button. V appears in display:
control indicator in button illuminates.
Temperature and air distribution are set
automatically and the fan runs at a high
speed. The air flow can be increased or decreased
by turning the right knob.
To return to automatic mode: press
button
V or AUTO .
Heated rear window 346.
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Warning
Disregard of the instructions could lead
to misting or icing of the windows and
subsequent accidents due to impaired
visibility.
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132 Climate control
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Manual settings
Under certain circumstances (e.g. iced or
misted windows), the functions of the
climate control system can be modified
manually.
Climate control system settings can be
changed via the centre knob, the buttons
and the menus depicted on the display.
To call up the menu, press the centre knob.
The Climate menu appears in the display.
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Individual menu items are marked by
turning the centre knob and selected by
pressing it. Selecting certain menus by
pressing the knob will open a submenu 3.
To exit a menu, turn the centre knob left or
right to Return or Main and select.
Manual settings are saved when the
ignition is switched off.
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Activating and deactivating cooling
system
Find option Climate in the menu AC and
press to select.
Deactivate when cooling or drying is
unnecessary (greatest fuel savings): Eco
appears in the display. The inflowing air is
neither cooled nor dehumidified. This
restricts the level of comfort offered by the
electronic climate control system. This may,
for example, cause the windows to mist up.
When cooling operates, condensation
forms and drips from the underside of the
vehicle.
Climate
Air distribut.
AC
Autom. blower
Air distribut.
Climate
Air distribut. AC Air conditioning
Autom. blower on / off
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133
Climate control
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Air distribution
Turn the centre knob. The Air distribut.
menu is activated, showing the possible air
distribution settings.
The Air distribut. menu can also be called
up via the Climate menu.
Return to automatic air distribution:
Deactivate corresponding setting or press
button AUTO.
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Air flow
Turn right knob right or left. The selected
fan speed in indicated with x and the
number in the display.
At speed 0 both the fan and cooling (air
conditioning compressor) are switched off.
To return to automatic mode: Press AUTO
button.
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Fan control in automatic mode 3
Fan regulation in automatic mode can be
modified.
Select menu item Automatic blower from
the Climate menu and select the desired
fan regulation.
Up Air distribution towards
windscreen and front door
windows.
Middle Air distribution to vehicle occupants via controllable front
air vents.
Down Air distribution towards footwell.
Air distribut.
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Automatic blower
Strong
Normal
Weak
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134 Climate control
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Manual air recirculation mode
The air recirculation system prevents the
entry of outside air and the air in the
passenger compartment is circulated.
Operated with the 4 button. To deactivate manual
air recirculation:
Press button 4 again. The control
indicator in the butt on will go out.
Auxiliary heater Depending on outside temperature and
engine temperature, the passenger
compartment of vehicles with Quickheat 3
electric auxiliary heating is warmed up
more quickly.
Diesel-engined vehicles have a fuel-
powered auxiliary heater 3.
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Warning
The exchange of fresh air is reduced in
air circulation mode. The quality of the
passenger compartment air deterio-
rates which may cause the vehicle occu-
pants to feel drowsy. In operation
without cooling the air humidity
increases, so the windows may mist up.
Consequently, the air circulation system
should only be run for short periods of
time.
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135
Climate control
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Air intake The air intakes in the engine compartment
in front of the windscreen must be kept free
of leaves, dirt and snow in order to provide
a supply of air.
Pollen filter The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen
and spores from the air entering from
outside. The active carbon layer 3
eliminates most odours and noxious
environmental gases from the air.
Regular operationFor consistently good operation, the air
cooling system 3 must be switched on for
several minutes once per month regardless
of the weather and the time of year.
Operation not possible with the cooling
system switched on and when the outside
temperature is low. Service For optimal cooling performance, we
recommend that the climate control
system be checked annually, starting three
years after initial vehicle registration.
z Functionality and pressure test
z Heating functionality
z Leakage check
z Check of drive belts
z Cleaning of condenser and evaporator
drainage
z Performance check
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149
Driving and operation
Driving hints The first 1000 km
Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do
not use full throttle. Never allow the engine
to labour at low revs.
Make good use of all gears. Depress the
accelerator pedal a maximum of about
3/4
of the available pedal travel in all gears.
Do not drive faster than three quarters of
maximum speed.
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the
first 200 km.
During the first drive smoke may develop
because of wax and oil evaporating on the
exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the
open for a while after the first drive and
avoid inhaling the fumes.
Fuel and engine oil consumption is higher
than normal during the running-in period.
Never coast with engine not running
Many units will not function in this situation
(e.g. brake servo unit, electro-hydraulic
power steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. Brake servo unit
When the engine is not running, the brake
servo unit is no longer effective once the
brake pedal has been depressed once or
twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but
significantly greater force is required for
braking.
Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering
If the power assisted steering fails when
being towed with the engine switched off,
the vehicle can still be steered, but
considerably more force is required.
Driving in mountainous terrain or with a
trailer/caravan
The cooling fan is elec
trically operated. Its
cooling power is therefore independent of
the engine speed.
Since a considerable amount of heat is
generated at high engine speeds and less
at slower speeds, do not shift down when
climbing hills whilst the vehicle is still coping
with the gradient in the higher gear. Driving with a roof load
Do not exceed the permissible roof load
3
173, 3259. For reasons of safety,
distribute the load evenly and secure it
properly with retaining straps. Adjust tyre
pressure to load conditions. Do not drive
faster than 120 km/h. Check and re-tighten
the straps frequently. Observe country-
specific regulations.
Switching off the engine
When you switch off, fans in the engine
compartment may continue running for a
time to cool the engine.
If the engine temperature is very high, e.g.
after driving in mountainous terrain: allow
the engine to idle for approximately two
minutes in order to prevent heat
accumulation.
Vehicles with turbocharged engine
After running at high engine speeds or
high engine loads, operate the engine
briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds befo re switching off
in order to protect the turbocharger.
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150 Driving and operationSave energy – more kilometres
Please observe the running-in hints on the
previous page and the tips for saving
energy on the following pages.
Good, technically correct and economical
driving ensures maximum durability and
performance for your vehicle.
Overrun cut-off
The fuel supply is automatically cut off
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
driven with a gear engaged but no throttle
application. Overrun cut-off is deactivated
if catalytic converter temperature is high.
Vehicles with turbocharged engine Flow-generated noises may be audible if
the accelerator is released quickly on
account of air flow in the turbocharger.
Engine speed
Drive in a low engine speed range for each
gear as much as possible. Warming up
After a cold start, the automatic
transmission
3 or manual transmission
automated 3 in automatic mode shifts into
higher gears at higher rpm. This allows the
catalytic converter to quickly reach the
temperature required for optimum pollutant
reduction.
Correct gear selection
Do not race your engine whilst in neutral or
with a low gear selected. Driving too fast in
individual gears as well as stop-and-go
traffic increases engine wear and fuel
consumption.
Change down
When decreasing speed, shift down into
the next lowest gear. Do not slip the clutch
with a high-revving engine. This is
especially important when hill climbing. Cooling fan
The cooling fan is controlled via a
thermoswitch and therefore only runs if
necessary.
The cooling fan automatically switches on
when the diesel particle filter is being
cleaned
3 depending on the engine.
Pedals
Do not place any objects in the foot well
which could slip under the pedals and
inhibit the pedal travel.
To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited,
there must be no mats in the area of the
pedals.
Battery care
When driving slowly or when the vehicle is
stationary, e.g. in slow urban traffic, stop-
and-go traffic or traffic jams, turn off all
unnecessary electrical loads where
possible (e.g. heated rear window, heated
front seats, etc.).
Declutch when starting in order to relieve
the strain on the starter and the battery.
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