2009 OPEL CORSA instrument panel

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Driving and operation
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Hydraulic brake system The foot brake comprises two independent
brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can still be
braked using the other brake circuit.
However, the brake pedal must be
depressed a considerable way before any
braking effect occurs, and much more
force is required. The braking distance is
longer. Contact a workshop for assistance
before continuing to drive. To ensure that full
pedal travel can be
utilised, especially in case of a fault in one
of the brake circuits, there must be no mats
in the vicinity of the pedals 3150.
When the engine is not running, the
support of the brake servo unit disappears
once the brake pedal has been depressed
once or twice. Braking effect is not
reduced, but braking requires significantly
greater force. This is especially important
to bear in mind when towing.
The brake fluid level should be checked
regularly. If the brake fluid level is too low
and the hand brake is not applied, control
indicator R on the instrument panel
illuminates 389.
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Brake system control indicator R
The control indicator lights up when the
ignition is switched on when the hand
brake is applied or when the brake or
clutch fluid level is too low. Brake fluid
level 3246.
For vehicles with manual transmission
automated 3, the control indicator flashes
for a few seconds when the ignition is
turned off when the hand brake is not
applied.
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Warning
If the control indicator illuminates when
the hand brake is released, stop driving
immediately. Contact a workshop for
assistance.
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Self-help, vehicle care
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (by the time the
water no longer beads at the latest).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint has
become dull or if solid deposits have
become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts should not be treated
with wax and polish.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners.
Clean wheels with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Wheels are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damage
Rectify minor paintwork damage with a
touch-up pen before rust forms. Have more
extensive damage or rust areas repaired
by a workshop. Exterior lights
Headlamp and other lamp covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any caustic
agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do
not clean them when dry.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned
with the same cleaner as used to clean the
body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do
not use any other agent. Avoid solvents
and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
Interior and upholstery
Only clean the vehicle interior, including
the instrument panel fa
scia and panelling,
with a dry cloth or interior cleaner.
The instrument pane l should only be
cleaned using a soft damp cloth.
Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum
cleaner and brush. Remove stains with an
upholstery cleaner.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or
interior cleaner.
Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro
fasteners on clothing could damage
seat upholstery.
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234 Opel Service, maintenance⊕Additional work.
o The intervals are shorter where driving conditions are more arduous or country-specific.
Service work
after year
1)
km (x1000)
1)
1)Depending on what occurs first.
1
30 2
60 3
90 4
120 5
150
⊕o
Remove brake drum, clean, carry out visual check every 4 years/60 000 km
Visually inspect steering system boots, track rods, final drive xxxxx
Check track rod end and supporting ball joint xxxxx
⊕
Change brake and clutch fluids (manual transmission automated) every 2 years
Loosen wheel mounting and tighten to 110 Nm
xx
Grease or apply oil to
bolt taper when fitting.
Check tyre condition and pressure (inclu ding spare wheel), correct if necessary.
If there is a tyre inflation system, check that the set is complete and the use-by date is
still valid. Replace sealant bottle every four years.
⊕
Annual service check if the annual distance travelled is greater than 20000 km.
Visually check the first aid kit (that it is wher e it should be, that it is undamaged and that
the use by date is still valid), lashing eyes and warning triangle every 2 years
Check headlamp settings (including auxi liary headlamps), adjust if necessary x x
⊕o
Lubricate door hinges, check arms, cylinder lo ck, door latch, bonnet catch, rear panel
hinge xx
OPC: check function of central locking system
clean door lock from outside and grease xxxxx
Test run, final check (check steering and ig nition lock, instrument and warning lamps,
entire brake system, steering, air conditioni ng system, engine, bodywork and chassis,
reset service/interval display with TECH 2. xxxxx
⊕
Germany only: carry out emissions check, main inspection
First time after three years, then every 2 years
If used commercially to transport passengers, taxis, ambulances, hire cars etc. annually
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Opel Service, maintenance
⊕ Additional work.
o The intervals are shorter where driving conditions are more arduous or country-specific.
Service work
after year
1)
km (x1000)
1)
1)Depending on what occurs first.
1
15 2
30 3
45 4
60 5
75
⊕o
Remove brake drum, clean, carry out visual check every 4 years/60000 km
Visually inspect steering system boots, track rods, final drive xxxxx
Check track rod end and supporting ball joint xxxxx
⊕
Change brake and clutch fluids (manual transmission automated) every 2 years
Loosen wheel mountings and tighten to 110 Nm
xx
Grease or apply oil to
bolt taper when fitting.
Check tyre condition and pressure (inclu ding spare wheel), correct if necessary.
If there is a tyre inflation system, check that the set is complete and the use-by date is
still valid. Replace sealant bottle every four years.
⊕
Annual service check if the annual distance travelled is greater than 20000 km.
Visually check the first aid kit (that it is wher e it should be, that it is undamaged and that
the use by date is still valid), lashing eyes and warning triangle every 2 years
Check headlamp settings (including auxi liary headlamps), adjust if necessary x x
⊕o
Lubricate door hinges, check arms, cylinder lo ck, door latch, bonnet catch, rear panel
hinge xx
OPC: check function of central locking system
clean door lock from outside and grease xxxxx
Test run, final check (check steering and ig nition lock, instrument and warning lamps,
entire brake system, steering, air conditioni ng system, engine, bodywork and chassis,
reset service/interval display with TECH 2. xxxxx
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272 IndexDDashboard, see Instrument panel ............ 6
Data .................................................. 26, 250
Date .......................................................... 96
Daytime running lights .......................... 108
Decommissioning .................................. 249
Deflation detection system ............. 22, 164
Deflation Detection System (DDS) ....... 164
Demisting and defrostingWindows ............................................. 125
With climate control system .............. 131
With the air conditioning system ...... 128
Diesel fuel filter ...................................... 244
Diesel fuel system .......................... 190, 244
Diesel particle filter ........... 46, 85, 150, 157
Dimensions ............................................. 268
Dipped beam ........................................... 11 Bulb replacement ............................... 213
Display ..........................................91, 92, 94
Display mode ......................................... 100
Door locks ......................................... 26, 230
Double load-bay floor ....................... 24, 82
Driving abroad Headlamps ......................................... 116
Driving hints ........................................... 149
EEasytronic ................................................. 15 Driving programmes ......................... 139
Fault .................................................... 142
Interruption of power supply ............ 143
Kickdown ............................................ 141
Selector lever ........................................ 15
Sport programme .............................. 140
Starting off ......................................... 138
Winter programme ............................ 140
Economical driving ................................ 151
Electric sun roof ....................................... 46
Electric windows ...................................... 45
Electrical system ....................208, 249, 267
Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering ............................ 87, 149
Electronic components .......................... 249
Electronic immobiliser ............................. 27
Electronic Stability Program ................. 151
Engine code ...........................251, 252, 253
Engine control indicator ........................ 156
Engine data ........................................... 253
Engine oil ........................................ 239, 242 Additives ............................................ 239
Top up ................................................ 239
Viscosity .............................................. 239
Engine oil consumption ................. 149, 242
Engine oil level ................................. 86, 242
Engine oil pressure .................................. 86
Engine speed ......................................... 150
Engine wash ........................................... 230
Environmental protection ..................... 228 ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ....... 151
Exhaust control indicator ..................... 156
Exhaust gases ........................................ 157
Exhaust system ...................................... 149
Exterior mirrors ........................ 5, 42, 43, 46
FFan ......................................................... 123
Filling station
Engine oil level ................................... 242
Fuel ............................................. 252, 253
Opening the bonnet .......................... 190
Tyre pressure ............................. 152, 264
Vehicle data ....................................... 250
Windscreen washer system .............. 248
First-aid kit (cushion) ............................ 196
Flat tyre .................................................. 204
Flex-Fix system ................................ 24, 174
Fog lamps .............................................. 110 Bulb replacement .............................. 220
Fog tail lamp ......................................... 110 Bulb replacement .............................. 221
Foot brake ............................................. 167
Front passenger airbag .......................... 69
Fuel ......................................... 153, 252, 253
Fuel consumption .......................... 151, 256
Fuel filler cap ......................................... 153
Fuel filter ................................................ 244
Fuel gauge ............................................... 90
Fuel level .................................................. 90
Fuel system, diesel ................................ 190
Fuses ...................................................... 208
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Index
GGears ................................................ 14, 144
Generator, see Alternator ....................... 87
Glove compartment ................................ 82
Glove compartment lightingBulb replacement ............................... 227
Graphical information display ................ 94
Gross vehicle weight .............................. 259
Gross vehicle weight rating ................... 259HHalogen headlamp system .................. 212 Bulb replacement ............................... 212
Driving abroad ................................... 117
Hand brake ................................16, 17, 167
Hazard warning lamps ................... 12, 111
Head restraints .................................... 4, 52
Headlamp flash ..................................... 109
Headlamp range adjustment ............... 111
Headlamp switch .....................11, 108, 109
Headlamp washer system ......13, 107, 248
Headlamps ............................................... 11 Daytime running lights ...................... 108
Driving abroad ................................... 117
Fog lamps ........................................... 110
Reversing lamps ................................. 110
Warning device .................................. 105
Headrest height ad justment ..................... 4
Heated exterior mirrors ..................... 13, 43
Heated front seats ............................ 50, 51
Heated rear window .......................... 13, 46 Heating .......................................... 120, 124
Seats ............................................... 50, 51
With climate control system ............. 130
With the air conditioning system ...... 128
Height adjustment Seat belts .............................................. 63
Steering wheel ........................................ 5
High-pressure cleaners ......................... 230
Hill Start Assist ....................................... 167
Horn .......................................................... 12
IIdentification plate ................................ 250
Idling ....................................................... 144
Ignition logic .......................................... 100
Ignition system .......................241, 248, 249
Immobiliser ............................................... 27
Information display ................................. 94
Infotainment system ............................. 118
Inspection system ............................ 91, 231
Instrument display ................................... 90
Instrument illumination ......................... 114 Bulb replacement .............................. 227
Instrument panel ....................................... 6
Instruments .............................................. 84
Interior mirror ....................................... 4, 44
Interruption of power supply .......... 46, 104 Easytronic ........................................... 143
Electric windows ................................... 46
Selector lever lock .............................. 148
ISOFIX ....................................................... 68
JJack ................................................ 198, 202
Jump leads ............................................. 191KKey Extending ............................................. 26
Locking doors ................................ 28, 32
Remove ................................................ 17
Starting the engine .............................. 16
Keys .......................................................... 26LLanguage selection ................................ 99
Lashing eyes ...................................... 55, 56
Lead-me-to-the-car light function ....... 113
Light switch .............................................. 11
Lighting ...................................... 11, 88, 108 Driving abroad .................................. 117
Load-bay floor .................................. 24, 82
Loading .................................................. 187
Locking doors .................................... 28, 32
Locking from the inside .................... 29, 34
Locks ...................................................... 230
Luggage compartment Bulb replacement .............................. 227
Lighting .............................................. 116
Loading ................................ 57, 187, 259
Locking ................................................. 36
Luggage compartment cover .......... 54, 56
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