2009 OPEL ZAFIRA Owners Manual

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adjusted using the ; button. The Ö
button is used to switch to the next
mode and to exit setting mode.
Automatic time synchronisation
The RDS signal of most VHF
transmitters automatically sets the
time, identified by } in the display.
Some transmitters do not send
a correct time signal. In such cases,
we recommend to switch off
automatic time synchronisation.
Activate setting mode and set it to
year setting. Hold the Ö button
depressed about 3 seconds until }
flashes in the display and “RDS
TIME" appears. The function is
activated (RDS TIME 1) or
deactivated (RDS TIME 0) with
the ; button. Exit setting mode using
the Ö button.
Power outlets
Power outlets are located in the
centre console and in the luggage
compartment. Do not damage the sockets by using
unsuitable plugs. Connecting
electrical accessories while the
engine is off will discharge the
battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. Do
not connect any current-delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in DIN VDE
40 839.
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter is located in the
centre console.

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Press in cigarette lighter. Switches off
automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
Ashtrays Caution
To be used only for ash and not for
combustible rubbish.
Ashtray, front
Open ashtray at recess. To empty the ashtray, press the
spring, open ashtray all the way and
remove.
Portable ashtray The portable ashtray can be located
in the drink holders.

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Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
In some versions, the needles of the
instruments briefly rotate to the end
position
when the ignition is switched
on.
Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. Odometer
The bottom line displays the recorded
distance.
Trip odometer
The top line displays the counted
kilometres since the last reset.
To reset, hold the reset knob
depressed

for a few seconds with the
ignition on. Tachometer
Displays the engine revolutions per
minute.
Drive
in a low engine speed range for
each gear as much as possible. Caution
If the needle is in the warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine

speed is exceeded. Engine
at risk.

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Fuel gauge Displays the fuel level or gas pressure
in the tank depending on the
operation mode.
Control indicator
Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately if it flashes. During
natural gas operation, the switch
automatically switches over to petrol
operation 3 84. When operating with natural gas, the
message LoFuEL is displayed if the
level in the petrol tank is low.
Acknowledge the message by
pressing the reset button
3 83.
Never run the tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity. Fuel selector
Pressing button
Y switches between
petrol and natural gas operation.
Switching
is not possible at high loads
(e.g. strong acceleration, running at
full throttle). The LED status shows
the current operating mode.
Natural gas
operation = LED off.
Petrol operation = LED illuminates.
As soon as the natural gas tanks are
empty, petrol operation is
automatically engaged until the
ignition is switched off.

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If the natural gas tanks are not
refuelled, the system must be
manually switched to petrol operation
before the engine is started up again.
This will prevent damage to the
catalytic converter (overheating
caused by irregular fuel supply).
If the selector switch is operated
several times within a short time
a switchover block is activated. The
engine remains in the current
operating mode. The block remains
active until the ignition is switched off.
A slight loss of power and torque can
be expected in petrol operation. You
must therefore adapt your driving
style (e.g. during overtaking
manoeuvres) and vehicle loads (e.g.
towing loads) accordingly.
Every six months run the petrol tank
down until control indicator Y
illuminates and refuel. This is
necessary to maintain fuel quality as
well as system function necessary for
petrol operation.
Fill the tank completely at regular
intervals to prevent corrosion in the
tank. Service display
The message InSP appears when it
is time for servicing. Further
information
3 192.
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. When the ignition is
switched on, most control indicators
will

illuminate briefly as a functionality
test. The control indicator colours mean:
Red = Danger, important
reminder,
Yellow = Warning, information, fault,
Green = Confirmation of activation,
Blue = Confirmation of activation.

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Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminated
The control indicator illuminates
briefly when the parking lamps are
switched on.
Flashes
The control indicator flashes if a turn
signal or the hazard warning flashers
are activated.
Fast flashing: failure of a direction
indicator lamp or associated fuse,
failure of direction indicator lamp on
trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 160. Fuses
3 167.
Turn signals 3 111.
Seat belt reminder
X illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminated
After the ignition is switched on until
the seat belt is fastened. Flashes
After starting off until the seat belt is
fastened.
Fastening the seat belt
3 55.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for about
4 seconds. If it does not illuminate,
does not go out after 4 seconds or
illuminates whilst driving, there is
a fault in the belt tensioner, the
airbags or the seat occupancy
recognition
system. The systems may
fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners or
airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v. 9
Warning Have the cause of the fault
eliminated immediately by
a workshop. Airbag system, belt tensioners
3 57,
3 54.
Seat occupancy
recognition
y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminated
If the vehicle is equipped with seat
occupancy
recognition, y illuminates
for about 4 seconds after the ignition
is switched on.
If a child restraint system with
transponders is detected, y remains
illuminated. Only then may a child
restraint system with transponders be
used on the front passenger seat as
the front passenger airbag systems
are deactivated 3 61.

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Danger If a child restraint system is fitted
and the control indicator is not
illuminated while driving, the front
and side airbag for the front
passenger seat are not
deactivated.
Flashes
Fault in system or child restraint
system with transponders defective
or improperly fitted
3 61.9
Danger Flashing of the control indicator
while driving indicates a fault.
Have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop
immediately.
Child restraint system with
transponders
3 65.
Charging system
p illuminates red. It illuminates when the ignition is
switched
on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. In diesel engines, power
to the brake servo unit may be cut.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
It illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Immediately seek the
assistance of a workshop. Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
throttle until the flashing stops. Seek
the immediate assistance of
a workshop.
Service vehicle soon
A
illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in engine or transmission
electronics. The electronics switch to
an emergency running programme.
Fuel consumption may be increased
and the vehicle handling may be
impaired.
If
the fault persists after restarting the
vehicle, consult a workshop.
Illuminates together with InSP4
in the service display
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
draining the diesel fuel filter.