2009 OPEL ZAFIRA transmission oil

In brief
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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.

Driving and operating
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Driving and operating
Driving hints ............................... 127
Starting and operating ...............127
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Automatic transmission
.............. 131
Manual transmission ..................136
Manual transmission
automated .................................. 136
Brakes ........................................ 140
Ride control systems .................142
Cruise control ............................. 144
Object detection systems ........... 145
Fuel ............................................ 146
Towing ....................................... 149 Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
Many

systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is
a danger to yourself and others.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals. Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for
a while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
Fuel
and engine oil consumption may
be higher during the running-in
period.

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Driving and operating
No automatic shifting to a higher gear
takes place at high engine revs.
For reasons of safety, kickdown is
also available in manual mode
3 134.
Electronic driving
programmes ■ Following
a cold start, the operating
temperature programme increases
engine speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
■ The automatic neutral shift function automatically shifts to idling when
the vehicle is stopped with
a forward gear engaged.
■ When Sport mode is engaged, the vehicle shifts at higher engine
speeds (unless cruise control is
on). Sport mode 3 143. Winter programme T
Activate the Winter programme to
assist starting off on a slippery road
surface.
Activation

on vehicles without manual
mode
Press the T button with P, R, N , D or
3 engaged. The vehicle starts off in
3rd gear. Activation on vehicles with manual
mode
In automatic mode, press the T
button. Depending on road
conditions, the vehicles starts off in
2nd or 3rd gear.
Deactivation
The

Winter programme is switched off
by:
■ pressing the T button again,
■ manually selecting 2 or 1 ,
■ changing to manual mode,
■ turning off the ignition,
■ or if the transmission oil temperature is too high.

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Service and maintenanceService operations by year
3)
km ( x 1000) 1) 1
15 2
30 3
45 4
60 5
75
+o
Visually inspect front and rear wheel brakes
4)
, if a tyre pressure monitoring system is
fitted, do not swap wheels over X X
Annual service check if annual mileage exceeds 20 000 km
Engine, transmission (AT, MT), inspect air-conditioning compressor for leaks
4) X X X X X
Visually inspect folding covers on steering, tie rods and axle drive X X X X X
Tie rod and supporting joint checking X X X X X
+ Change brake and clutch fluid automated manual transmission (MTA) Every 2 years
Undo wheel fastening (take care if tyre pressure monitoring system is present) and
tighten to torque: 110 Nm.
The wheel bolt taper should be greased or oiled lightly during assembly.
Check tyre condition. Check/correct tyre pressure (including spare wheel)
With tyre repair system - check completeness and expiry date of kit. Replace sealant
bottle every 4 years. X X
+
Annual service check if annual mileage exceeds 20 000 km
Visually inspect first-aid kit, (presence in designated stowage compartment,
completeness and expiry date), lashing eyes and warning triangle Every 2 years
Check/correct headlamp adjustment (including auxiliary headlamps) X X
4)
In case of too high consumption / leakage, perform additional work with customer's agreement.

226
Hill start assist ...........................
142
Horn ....................................... 14, 78
I
Identification plate .....................208
Ignition switch positions .............128
Immobiliser .................................. 38
Instrument cluster ........................ 83
Instrument panel illumination .....167
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 113
Instrument panel overview
........... 11
Interactive driving system ...........143
Interactive Driving System, Continuous Damping Control,
SPORT-mode ........................... 91
Interior care ............................... 191
Interior lights ...................... 113, 166
Interruption of power supply .....
........................................ 135, 139
Introduction .................................... 3
Isofix child restraint systems ........ 65
J
Jump starting ............................. 185
K
Keys ............................................. 27 L
Lashing eyes
............................... 70
Lighting ...................................... 101
Light switch ................................ 108
Load compartment ................35, 69
Load compartment cover .............69
Load compartment fuse box ......171
Loading information .....................75
Load rails and hooks ...................70
Low engine oil level .....................91
Low fuel ....................................... 91
M
Malfunction indicator light ............88
Manual anti-dazzle ......................40
Manual mode .....................133, 138
Manual transmission
.................. 136
Manual transmission automated 136
Manual windows ..........................41
Memorised settings ......................29
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................112
Mobile phones and CB radio equipment .............................. 116
Moonroof ..................................... 43
N
Natural gas operation ..................26
New vehicle running-in ..............127
Number plate light .....................165 O
Odometer .....................................
83
Open&Start system ............... 29, 92
Operation ................................... 115
Outside temperature ....................80
Overrun cut-off ........................... 129
P
Parking ................................ 18, 129
Parking assist ............................ 145
Parking brake ............................ 141
Parking lights ............................. 112
Performance .............................. 212
Performing work ........................155
Pollen filter ................................. 125
Power outlets ............................... 81
Power windows ............................ 41
Preheating and diesel particle filter .......................................... 90
Q
Quickheat................................... 124
R
Radio reception ......................... 115
Radio remote control ...................28
Reading lights ............................ 114
Rear floor storage cover ..............70
Rear fog light ............................... 93
Rear fog lights ........................... 112