2009 OPEL MERIVA System

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Infotainment system
Mobile telephones and radio
equipment
3
The Opel installation instructions and the
operating guidelines provided by the
telephone manufacturer must be followed
when fitting and op erating a mobile
telephone. Failure to do so could invalidate
the vehicle’s operating permit
(EU Directive 95/54/EG).
Recommended prerequisites for fault-free
operation:
z Professionally installed exterior antenna
to obtain the maximum range possible
z Maximum transmission power 10 Watt
z Installation of the telephone in a suitable
spot (see information 374)
Seek advice on predetermined installation
points for the external antenna or
equipment holder and ways of using
devices with a transmission power
exceeding 10 watts.
We recommend you contact your Opel
Service Partner who will have brackets and
various different accessory kits available
and can fit them correctly. Use of a handsfree
attachment without
external antenna with mobile telephone
standards GSM 900/1800/1900 and UMTS
is only permitted if the maximum
transmission power of the mobile
telephone is 2 watts for GSM 900 or 1 watt
for the other types.
For reasons of safety, we recommend that
you do not use the phone while driving.
Even use of a handsfree set can be a
distraction while driving. Be sure to observe
any country-specific regulations.
9 Warning
Mobile phones that do not comply with
the above-mentioned mobile phone
standard and radio equipment must
only be operated using an antenna that
is attached to the exterior of the vehicle.
Caution
Mobile phones and radio equipment
may cause malfunctions in the vehicle
electronics if they are operated in the
vehicle without the external antenna
unless the above-mentioned regulations
are complied with.

114 Climate controlClimate control
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Heating and ventilation system,
air conditioning system
3
Ventilation, heating and cooling 3 are
combined into one unit that is designed to
provide comfort regardless of the season,
weather or outside temperature.
When cooling 3 is activated, the air is
cooled and dried.
The heating unit heats the air as required in
all operating modes depending on the
position of the temperature switch. The air
supply can be adjusted to suit
requirements by means of the fan.
The buttons for cooling n and air
recirculation 4 are only found on
versions with optional air conditioning
system 3.
Air conditioning system 3 3 119.
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Electronic climate control
system
3
Offers the greatest comfort in the vehicle
interior regardless of the conditions
outside.
To ensure a uniform and comfortable
climate in the vehicle, the temperature of
inflowing air, air-flow rate and air
distribution are automatically adapted
based on the climate conditions outside
the vehicle and the current temperature of
the vehicle interior.
Electronic climate control system 3 3 122.
Heating and ventilation system, air
conditioning system 3...................... 114
Electronic climate control system 3... 114
Air vents ............................................... 115
Heating and ventilation system ......... 116
Air conditioning system 3................... 119
Electronic climate control system 3... 122
Auxiliary heater ................................... 127
Air intake .............................................. 127
Air outlet............................................... 127
Pollen filter ........................................... 127
Regular operation ............................... 128

116 Climate control
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Heating and ventilation system Temperature
Adjusted using left-hand rotary switch.
The amount of heat is dependent on the
coolant temperature and is thus not fully
attained until the engine is warm.
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Air flow
Adjusted using centre rotary switch.
The rate of air flow is determined by the
fan. The fan should therefore also be
switched on during a journey.
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Air distribution
Set using right rotary switch.
Open the air vents when the switch is set
toL or M .
red area = warm
blue area = cold
x
off
1-4 selected fan speed
Vto windscreen and front side
windows
J towards windscreen, front door
windows and footwell
K to footwell
L towards head area and footwell
M towards head area

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Climate control
Air conditioning system
3
As a supplement to the heating and
ventilation system, the air conditioning
system cools and dehumidifies (dries)
inflowing air.
If cooling or dehumidification is not
desired, switch off cooling in order to save
fuel.
Cooling switches off automatically at low
outside temperatures.
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Cooling n
Only operate with the engine and fan
running. Activate and deactivate with
the nbutton.
When cooling is active (AC compressor) the
air is cooled and dehumid ified. If cooling or
dehumidification is not desired, switch off
cooling in order to save fuel.
Cooling switches off automatically at low
outside temperatures.
When cooling operates, condensation
forms and drips from the underside of the
vehicle.
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Air recirculation system 4
The air recirculation mode of the
ventilation system is activated and
deactivated by pressing the 4 button.
If fumes or unpleasant odours penetrate
from outside: Temporarily switch on air
recirculation system 4.
To increase cooling at high outside
temperatures, switch on the air
recirculation system briefly.

120 Climate controlAir distribution to V: the air recirculation
system is automatically switched off to
speed up window demisting and prevent
fogging.
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Comfort setting
z Set cooling n as desired.
z Air recirculation system 4 off.
z Set temperature switch as desired.
z Switch on fan at desired speed.
z Set air distribution switch to M or L.
z Open or adjust vents as required. Temperature switch in centre of
adjustment range: warmer air will flow into
the foot well and cooler air into the upper
zone, with warmer air coming from the side
air vents and cooler air from the centre
vents.
9 Warning
The air recirculation system minimises
the entry of outside air. The humidity
increases, and the windows can mist up.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates which
may cause the vehicle occupants to feel
drowsy.

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Climate control
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Maximum cooling
Briefly open windows, sun roof and tilting
roof 3 so that warm air can escape quickly.
z Cooling n on
z Air recirculation system 4 on
z Turn the temperature switch
anticlockwise as far as it will go (cold)
z Set fan to 4
z Set air distribution switch to M
z Open all air vents
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Demisting and defrosting windows
Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp
weather, damp clothing or low outside
temperatures: z
Cooling n on, the air conditioning
compressor automatically switches itself
off at low outside temperatures (icing).
z Turn the temperature switch clockwise.
z Set fan to 3 or 4 .
z Air distribution switch to V, air
recirculation system 4 automatically
switches off,
– or –
if there is still moisture in the system after
previous air conditioning operation, the
windows may mist up. To prevent this,
set air distribution to K before starting
engine and set to V approx. 5 seconds
after starting.
z Activate heated rear window Ü.
z Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards the side windows.
9 Warning
Disregard of the instructions could lead
to misting or icing of the windows and
subsequent accidents due to impaired
visibility.

122 Climate controlElectronic climate control
system
3
Provides a the greatest amount of comfort
in the interior regardless of the weather,
outside temperature or season.
To ensure a constant and comfortable
climate in the vehicle, the temperature of
the inflowing air, the air-flow rate and the
air distribution are changed automatically
according to climatic conditions outside
the vehicle.
The climate is regulated automatically
based on personal settings.
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Temperature changes due to external
influences, such as direct sunlight, are
automatically compensated.
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 control 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 automatically at low outside
temperatures.

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Climate control
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Automatic mode
Basic setting for maximum comfort:
zPress AUTO button.
z Open all air vents.
z Switch on AC compressor 3125.
z Preset temperature to 22 C with turn
knob.
The temperature can be set higher or lower
as desired. Switching off the air conditioning
compressor (
ECO appears in display) can
have a detrimental effect on comfort and
safety 3125.
All air vents are actuated automatically in
automatic mode. The air vents should
therefore always be open 3115. Temperature preset
The left rotary knob can be used to set the
temperature to values of between 16 C
and 28 C.
For the sake of comfort, only change the
pre-selected temperature in small steps.
If the temperature setting is less
than 16 C,
LO appears in the air
conditioning display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
cooling power, and the temperature is not
regulated.
If the temperature setting is
above 28 C, HI appears in the air
conditioning display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
heating power, and the temperature is not
regulated.
The temperature settings remain stored
when the ignition is turned off.