2009 OPEL CORSA headlamp

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Adaptive Forward Lighting
system
3
Headlamp system has separate systems
for dipped beam 1 (outer bulbs) and main
beam 2 (inner bulbs). The cornering light is
also located behind the cover for the main
beam.
Due to the complexity of the procedure,
bulb changes should be carried out by a
workshop.
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Dipped beam
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Disengage wire clip and remove cover.
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3. Press base upwards and remove from reflector.
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4. Detach plug connector from bulb.
5. Insert new bulb in reflector so that the
locating tab of the bulb holder aligns
with the reflector recess. Attach the bulb
holder so that the locating tab is on the
side.
6. Engage bulb.
7. Attach connector to bulb.
8. Put on cover and engage wire clip.
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Main beam
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate the main beam headlamp cap
anticlockwise and remove.
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3. Detach plug connector from bulb.
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4. Disengage spring wire clip from retaining lugs by moving it and swivelling it to the
side.
5. Remove bulb from reflector housing.
6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in the reflector recesses.
7. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector onto bulb.
8. Fit headlamp cap and rotate clockwise.
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Cornering light
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate the main beam headlamp cap
anticlockwise and remove.
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3. Detach plug connector from bulb.
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4. Disengage spring wire clip from retaining lugs by moving it and swivelling it to the
side.
5. Remove bulb from reflector housing.
6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in the reflector recesses.
7. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector onto bulb.
8. Fit headlamp cap and rotate clockwise.
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Parking lamps
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate the main beam headlamp cap
anticlockwise and remove.
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3. Remove parking lamp socket from reflector.
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4. Remove bulb from socket.
5. Insert new bulb.
6. Insert socket in reflector.
7. Fit headlamp cap and rotate clockwise.
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Front indicator lamps 1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate bulb holder to left and disengage.
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3. Push bulb into holder a little, rotate left
and remove.
4. Insert new bulb.
5. Insert lamp holder in reflector, rotate clockwise and engage in position. Fog lamps
3
Have bulb replacement carried out by a
workshop. Side turn signal lamp Have bulb replacement carried out by a
workshop.
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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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232 Opel Service, maintenanceService schedule Europe⊕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
Carry out a visual check of all warning lamps, lighting and signalling devices,
check steering and ignition locks xxxxx
Remote control: replace batterie s (check spare key) every 2 years
Check windscreen wipers, windscreen washer and headlamp washer systems, adjust if
necessary. xxxxx
Check coolant and antifreeze levels
2), top up if necessary, note antifreeze temperature
in Service and Warranty Booklet (validation fields).
2)If the loss is too great or there are leaks, carry out remedial work in agreement with the customer.
xxxxx
Check water-carrying hoses for leaks and make sure that they are secure. xxxxx
Check break fluid level
2), top up if necessary. xxx
Check that the battery terminals and lugs are secure xxxxx
Vehicle system check using TECH 2 xxxxx
Replace pollen filter or active charcoal filter xx
⊕o
If the air is particularly polluted, full of du st or sand or pollen, if the air conditioning
system smells Discussion between customer / Opel Partner
Replace air cleaner element every 4 years/60000 km
⊕
Replace spark plugs every 4 years/60000 km
Make a visual check of the ribbed belt x x
⊕
Replace ribbed belt
Z 13 DTJ, Z 13 DTH, Z 17 DTR every 10 years/150000 km
⊕
Check valve clearance,
adjust if necessary
Z16 LEL, Z 16 LER, Z 17 DTR every 10 years/150000 km
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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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