2009 OPEL ZAFIRA low oil pressure

In brief
17
Automatic transmission P
=park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = drive
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(Selector lever lock). To engage P or
R , push button on selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 131. Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre
pressure and condition 3 175,
3 220.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 156.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 46, 3 55, 3 39.
■ Check brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet. Starting engine with ignition
switch
Turn key to position 1. Move the
steering wheel slightly to release the
steering wheel lock. Operate clutch
and brake, automatic transmission in
P or N
, do not accelerate; for diesel
engine, turn the key to position 2 for
preheating until control indicator !
goes out; turn key to 3 and release
key when engine is running.

Instruments and controls
91
Interactive Driving System,
Continuous Damping
Control, SPORT-mode
IDS+ illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approximately 10
seconds after the driver's door is
opened. Illumination whilst driving
indicates a fault in the system. The
system
switches to the harder chassis
setting for reasons of safety. Have the
cause of the fault remedied by
a workshop.
IDS Plus
3 143, CDC 3 143, SPORT
mode 3 143.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
It illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine is
running
Caution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2.

Select neutral gear, set selectorlever to N .
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition. 9
Warning When the engine is off,
considerably

more force is needed
to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle
has come to a standstill, otherwise
the steering column lock could
engage unexpectedly. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Low engine oil level
S
illuminates yellow.
Engine oil level is checked
automatically.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Low

engine oil level. Check engine oil
level and top up as necessary
3 156.
Low fuel
Y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminated
Level in fuel tank too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 130.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 159.

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Vehicle care
Vehicle care
General Information ...................154
Vehicle checks ........................... 155
Bulb replacement .......................160
Electrical system ........................167
Vehicle tools .............................. 173
Wheels and tyres .......................174
Jump starting ............................. 185
Towing ....................................... 187
Appearance care .......................189 General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We
recommend to use Genuine Parts
and Accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee for other products - even if
they have a regulatory or otherwise
granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the
electrical system, e. g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
Following must be done if the vehicle
should be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.
■ Change engine oil. ■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.
■
Check coolant anti-freeze andcorrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park vehicle in dry, well ventilated place. Engage first or reverse gear
or set selector lever to P. Prevent
the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply hand brake.
■ Open bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation
Following must be done if the vehicle
is putting back into operation: ■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronic of the power
windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Vehicle care
157When the engine oil level has
dropped to the
MIN mark, top up
engine oil. We recommend to use the same
engine oil that is filled in.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities
3 219.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. Caution
Only use approved anti-freeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause
engine damage. If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
KALT/COLD
mark. Top up if the level
is low. 9
Warning Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top up with anti-freeze. If no anti-
freeze is available, use clean tap
water

or distilled water. Install the cap
tightly. Have the anti-freeze

Service and maintenance
201Service operations by year
3)
km ( x 1000) 1) 1
15 2
30 3
45 4
60 5
75
+ Replace toothed belt and tension roller,
Z 20 LER, Z 20 LEH Every 8 years / 120.000 km
Z 16 YNG Every 6 years / 90.000 km
Z 16 XE1, Z 16 XER, Z 18 XER, A 17 DTJ, A 17 DTR, Z 19 DT, Y/Z 19 DTH, Z 19 DTL Every 10 years / 150.000 km
Inspect power steering for leaks, check / correct fluid level
4) X X X X X
Check electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) oil level (cap with dipstick) X X X X X
Change engine oil and filter X X X X X
+o Drain water from fuel filter, diesel (with high humidity and / or lower grade fuel) X X X X X
Drain CNG oil-separator, Z 16 YNG Every 4 years / 60.000 km
Replace and drain fuel filter, diesel (grade EN 590) X X
Replace fuel filter, external, CNG (grade EN 228), Z 16 YNG Every 4 years / 60.000 km
Check and adjust parking brake (no weight on wheels); visually inspect wheel mounting
and suspension springs front and rear, brake lines, brake pressure hoses, fuel lines,
gas lines of CNG vehicles, level control and exhaust system X X
Check exterior of body/underbody corrosion protection and note any damage in the
Service Booklet X X X X X
4)
In case of too high consumption / leakage, perform additional work with customer's agreement.