2009 OPEL CORSA alternator

10 In BriefControl indicators w
Deflation detection system 3,
3 84, 3164.
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Ultrasonic parking sensors 3,
fault,
3 162.
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Adaptive driving light 3, fault,
3 112, 3117.
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Manual transmission
automated 3, starting the
engine 3,
3 85, 3137.
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Preheating system 3,
Diesel particle filter 3,
3 85.
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Exhaust gases 3,
3 85, 3156.
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Engine electronics, transmission
electronics 3, immobiliser, diesel
fuel filter 3 , fault,
3 27, 386, 3142, 3148, 3156.
S Engine oil level 3
,
3 86, 3242.
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Engine oil pressure,
386.
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Alternator,
3
87.
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Electro-hydraulic power
assisted steering,
387.
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Turn signal lamps,
311, 387.
Y
Fuel level,
387, 390.
C
Main beam,
311, 387.
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Coolant temperature,
387, 3244.
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Deactivate front passenger
airbag systems,
375.
T
Winter setting for automatic
transmission
3 or automated
transmission 3,
3 140, 3146.
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Manual transmission
automated SPORT mode
3,
3 139, 3146.
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Headlamp range adjustment,
375.
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Exterior lights,
388, 3108.
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Fog lamps 3,
3 88, 3110.
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Airbag systems, belt tensioners,
361, 374.
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Seat belt 3,
3 89, 362.
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Fog tail lamp,
388, 3110.
R
Brake system, clutch system,
389, 3167, 3246.
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Anti-lock brake system,
3166.
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Electronic Stability Programme
(ESP®
Plus
) 3 ,
3 151.
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Cruise control 3,
3 161.
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Instruments, controls
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Alternator
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
red.
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Flashes during or after engine start
Battery voltage too lo w. Have electrical
system tested by a workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is runningStop and switch engine off. Battery will not
be charged. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. Effect of brake servo unit may
stop in vehicles with diesel engines.
Contact a workshop for assistance. p
Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering
Control indicator lights up yellow.
Fault in electro-hydr aulic power assisted
steering system. The power assisted
steering may have failed. The vehicle can
be steered but considerably more force is
required. Contact a workshop for
assistance.
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Turn signal lamps
Control indicator flashes green.
The control indicator flashes if a turn signal
or the hazard warning flashers are
activated.
Rapid flashes: A turn signal lamp or the
related fuse has failed, failure of turn signal
lamp on the trailer 3.
Change bulbs 3212. Fuses 3 209.
Y
Fuel level
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow
Lamps

Level in fuel tank too low.
Flashes
Fuel level is used up, fuel immediately.
Never let the tank run dry!
Erratic fuel supply can cause catalytic
converter to overheat 3155.
Diesel engines: Bleed the fuel system after
running empty 3190.
C

Main beam
Control indicator lights up blue.
It is illuminated when main beam is on and
during headlamp flash 311, 3109.
W
Coolant temperature
Stop, switch off engine.
Check coolant level immediately 3244.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a
workshop. Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
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230 Self-help, vehicle careWindows
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather
together with window cleaner and insect
remover.
When cleaning the rear window, make sure
the heating element inside the window is
not damaged.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a sharp-
edged ice scraper. Press the scraper firmly
against the glass so that no dirt can get
under it and scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a soft
cloth and window cleaner.
Sun roof 3
Never clean with solvents or abrasives,
fuels, aggressive agents (e.g. paintwork
cleaner, solutions containing acetone,
etc.), acidic or strongly alkaline agents or
scourers.
No stickers may be applied to the sun roof. Locks
The locks are lubricated with a high-quality
locking cylinder grease
in the factory. Only
use de-icer in urgent cases, since it has a
de-greasing effect and affects the
operation of the locks. Have the locks re-
greased in a workshop after using de-icer.
Engine compartment
Clean painted surfaces in the engine
compartment like any other painted
surface.
It is advisable to wash the engine
compartment before and after winter and
preserve it with wax. Cover alternator and
brake fluid reservoir with plastic sheets
before washing the engine.
When washing the engine with a steam-jet
cleaner, do not direct the steam jet at
components of the anti-lock brake system,
the air conditioning system, the climate
control system, belt drive or the fuse box.
After an engine wash, have all engine room
components preserved thoroughly by a
workshop using protective wax.
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners. Underbody
Some areas of the vehicle underbody have
a PVC undercoating while other critical
areas have a durable protective wax
coating.
After the underbody is washed, check the
underbody and have more protective wax
applied if necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could damage
the PVC coating. Have underbody work
carried out by a workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective wax
coating checked.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner.
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270 IndexIndex
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ............... 166
Accessories ....................................... 63, 196
Accessory socket ..................................... 80
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) .. 23, 112Bulb replacement .............................. 216
Driving abroad ................................... 117
Adaptive Forward Lighting = AFL ................................ 23, 112
Air conditioning system ................ 120, 126
Air intake ................................................ 135
Air recirculation system ......................... 126
Air vents ................................................. 122
Airbag systems which can be deactivated .......................... 19, 75, 88
Airbags ..................................................... 69
Alarm system ........................................... 37
Alternator ................................................. 87
Antenna ......................................... 118, 228
Antifreeze ............................................... 244 Antifreeze protection .................... 244, 248
Anti-theft alarm system .......................... 37
Anti-theft locking system ........................ 33
Towing equipment ............................ 186
Anti-theft protection ............................... 17
Aquaplaning .......................................... 170
Ashtray ..................................................... 81
Automatic Anti-dazzle interior mirror .................. 44
Automatic transmission .......................... 15 automatic mode ................................ 145
Driving programme ........................... 146
Fault ................................................... 148
Interruption of power supply ............ 148
Kickdown ............................................ 146
Selector lever ............................... 15, 145
Winter programme ............................ 146
Automatic wiping .................................. 106
Auxiliary heater ..................................... 134
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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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