2009 OPEL MERIVA service interval

206 Service and maintenanceAdditional service workAdditional work ⊕
Additional work is not always necessary at
each service, but can be carried out at the
same time as a regular service.
T h e c o s t o f th i s t y p e o f w o r k i s n o t i n c l ud e d
in the charge for a regular service and will
be invoiced separately. It is, however, more
c o s t - e f f e c t i v e t o h a v e t h i s w o r k d o n e a t t h e
same time as a scheduled service rather
than have it done separately.
Hard driving conditions o
Conditions are considered hard when one
or more of the following situations occurs
more frequently:
z cold start,
z stop and go,
z caravan/trailer towing,
z inclines or steep climbs,
z poor road conditions,
z sand and dust,
z extreme temperature fluctuations.
Police vehicles, taxis and driving school
vehicles are classified as being subjected to
hard driving conditions. With hard driving conditions it might be
necessary to carry out certain service work
more frequently than the scheduled
intervals.
We recommend seeking technical advice
with regard to servic
ing requirements for
your particular driving circumstances.
Recommended fluids and
lubricants Only use products which have been tested
and approved. Damage caused by using
operating materials which have not been
approved is not covere d by the guarantee.
9 Warning
Operating materials are dangerous and
must be handled carefully. If swallowed,
seek medical help immediately. Do not
breath in fumes and avoid contact with
the skin. Keep away from children.
These materials are forbidden to
contaminate waste water, surface
water, groundwater or soil. Dispose of
empty containers correctly. Always
remember that operating materials are
dangerous.

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Inspection system In order to guarantee economical and safe
vehicle operation and to maintain the
value of your vehicle, it is of vital
importance that all maintenance work is
carried out at the proper intervals.
Fixed service interval
When service is due, InSP appears in the
odometer display for
approximately 10 seconds when the
ignition is switched on. Have the next
service performed by a workshop within
one week or 500 km (whichever occurs
first). The service interval display takes account
of off-the-road periods during which the
battery is disconnected.
Flexible service interval
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The length of the service intervals is based
on several parameters stemming from
usage. For this reason, various
engine-specific data is continually
gathered and is used to calculate the
remaining distance until the next service.
If the remaining distance is less
than 1500 km, InSP is displayed with a
remaining distance of 1000 km when the
ignition is switched on and off. If less
than 1000 km remains, InSP is displayed for
several seconds. Have the next service
performed by a workshop within one week
or 500 km (whichever occurs first).
Display of remaining distance:
1. Switch off ignition.
2. Briefly press the trip odometer reset button. The odometer reading is shown.
3. Press and hold the reset button for about 2 seconds. InSP and the remaining
distance are displayed. Further information
on maintenance and
the inspection system can be found in the
Service and Warranty Booklet, which is in
the glove compartment.
Have maintenance work – and repair work
on the body and the equipment – carried
out professionally by a workshop. We
recommend using your Opel partner, who
has excellent knowledge of Opel vehicles
and has the necessary special tools and
up-to-date service inst ructions from Opel.
It is particularly advisable to use an Opel
Partner during the warranty period in order
to prevent loss of warranty. Further
information can be found in the Service
and Warranty Booklet.
Separate anti-corrosion service
Have this work done at the intervals given
in the Service and Warranty Booklet.

212 Service and maintenanceDiesel fuel filter On the event of engine oil change, have
fuel filter checked for possible water
residue by a workshop.
Illumination of A indicates water in the
fuel filter 3.
Have fuel filter checked at shorter intervals
if the vehicle is subjected to extreme
operating conditions such as high humidity
(primarily in coastal areas), extremely high
or low outside temperatures and
substantially varying daytime and
night-time temperatures.
Coolant The coolant provid es anti-freeze
protection down to approx. -28 C. .
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Antifreeze and corrosion protection
Have the concentration of the radiator
contents tested by a workshop before
winter starts. The amount of antifreeze
must provide protection down to
approx. -28 C. A lower antifreeze
concentration will reduce the amount of
protection from fros t and corrosion. Add
antifreeze if necessary.
If coolant loss is topped up with water,
have concentration checked and add
antifreeze if necessary.
Caution
Only use approved anti-freeze.
Coolant additives used to give
additional protection against corrosion
and prevention against small leaks can
lead to functional problems. No liability
is accepted for damage caused by using
coolant additives.
9 Warning
Antifreeze is a danger to health; it must
therefore be kept in the original
container and out of the reach of
children.

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Brake fluid The brake fluid level must be between
theMIN and the MAX marks. When topping up, ensure maximum
cleanliness as contamination of the brake
fluid can lead to func
tion problems in the
braking system.
Only use approved high performance
brake fluids. Only us e brake fluid DOT4.
After correcting the brake fluid level, have
the cause of the loss of brake fluid
remedied by a workshop. Brake fluid change
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs
water. If the brakes become hot, such as
when driving on long downhill stretches,
vapour bubbles can occur in the water,
which can have an extremely adverse
effect on braking power (depending on the
proportion of water).
Keep to the specified intervals.
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Do not allow it to come into contact with
eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces.
9 Warning
Have the brake fluid change performed
by a workshop. Please comply with the
legal environmental and health
regulations – concerning the disposal
of brake fluid.

238 IndexRear seats.................................................. 51
Rear window washer system ...13, 101, 215
Refuelling................................................. 140Fuel filler cap ....................................... 141
Remote control Central locking system ......................... 28
Steering wheel ............................... 24, 111
Replacement keys .................................... 26
Reversing lamps...................................... 107 Bulb replacement................................ 191
Roof load .......................... 58, 135, 138, 226
Roof rack ...................................58, 138, 158
Roof racks ......................................... 58, 138
Running-in ............................................... 135 Brakes .................................................. 213SSafeguard against unauthorised use ..................15, 17, 27, 36
Safety accessories .................................. 171
Safety net .................................................. 56
Safety systems ........................................ 111
Saving energy ......................................... 136
Seat adjustment ............................. 2, 44, 51
Seat belts........................................... 62, 198
Seat height adjustment ........................ 3, 45
Seat occupancy recognition .................... 72
Seat position ................................... 2, 44, 45
Seats ...................................................... 2, 44 Extending the luggage
compartment .................................. 32, 53
heated ................................................... 46
Selector lever ........................................... 130
Self-diagnosis ..............................61, 72, 153 Self-help
Central locking ...................................... 31
Electric windows.................................... 40
Information display .............................. 92
Radio remote control ........................... 29
Self-help, care for your car .................... 165
Service interval display .......................... 208
Service intervals ...................................... 199 additional work ................................... 206
hard driving conditions ...................... 206
main inspection .................................. 199
Service work ............................................ 208
Side airbags .............................................. 69
Signal system ...................................... 11, 12
Spare wheel .................................... 172, 174
Speed............................................... 137, 138 Fuel consumption ....................... 137, 138
Speedometer ............................................ 87
Starting the engine.............15, 27, 130, 166 Self-help............................................... 166
Steam-jet cleaners.................................. 198
Steering column lock ................................ 15
Steering wheel adju stment ........................ 5
Steering wheel remote control ........ 24, 111
Stowage compartments .......................... 80
Sun roof ..................................................... 42 Fault....................................................... 43
Sun shade ................................................. 43
Sun visors .................................................. 81
System settings ......................................... 94
TTables ........................................................ 81
Tachometer............................................... 87 Tail lamps ............................................... 102
Bulb replacement ............................... 191
Tank Fuel gauge ............................................ 88
Technical data ....................................... 218
Telephone, see Mob ile telephone ......... 113
Temperature regulation ........................ 123
Tempomat, see cruise control ............... 148
Temporary spare wheel ................. 158, 173
The first 1000 km .................................... 135
Tightening torque .......................... 177, 228
Time........................................................... 92
Toll systems ............................................ 112
Tools ........................................................ 171
Towing equipment ................................. 158
Towing eye ..................................... 168, 170
Transmission ............................................. 14 Manual transmission .......................... 134
Transmission, Easytronic ....................... 129 Driving programmes .......................... 131
fault ..................................................... 133
Interruption of power supply ............. 134
Kickdown............................................. 132
Selector lever................................. 15, 130
Winter programme ............................. 132
Travel Assistant ............................ 22, 48, 49
Tread depth ............................................ 155
Trip computer ..................................... 23, 97
Trip odometer ........................................... 87
Triple information display ....................... 90
Turn signal lamps ............................. 11, 103
Turn signals Bulb replacement ....................... 190, 191
Twin Audio ........................................ 24, 112