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3. Push bulb on plug connector
downward.
4. Remove bulb with connector from
reflector housing.
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5. Detach plug connector from bulb base.
6. Plug the plug onto the new bulb.
7. Insert the bulb with connector so that
the lug engages in the recess in the
reflector.
8. Place headlamp protective cover in
position and close.
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Main beam
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and
remove.
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3. Detach plug connector from bulb.
4. Disengage spring wire clip from
retaining lugs by moving it forward and
swivelling it to the side.
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5. Remove bulb from reflector housing.
6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in
the reflector recesses.
7. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector
onto bulb.
8. Place headlamp protective cover in
position and close.
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Parking lamps
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate the main beam headlamp cap
anticlockwise and remove.
3. Detach plug connector from main
beam bulb.
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4. Remove side light bulb mounting from
reflector.
5. Remove bulb from socket.
6. Insert new bulb.
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7. Insert bulb socket in reflector.
8. Attach connector to main beam bulb.
9. Place headlamp protective cover in
position and close.
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Front indicator lamps
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate bulb holder to left and
disengage.
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3. Push bulb into holder a little, rotate left
and remove.
4. Insert new bulb.
5. Engage holder into reflector by rotating
to the right.
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Ellipsoidal headlamp systemDipped beam
Headlamp system with separate bulbs for
dipped beam (inner bulbs) and main beam
(outer bulbs).
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Remove the headlamp protective cover
by pressing the catch and pulling the
cover downward and off.
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3. Detach plug connector from bulb.
4. Disengage the spring wire clip from the
lugs and swivel it aside.
5. Remove bulb from reflector housing.
6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in
the reflector recesses.
7. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector
onto bulb.
8. Place headlamp protective cover in
position and close.
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Front indicator lamps
1. Open bonnet and engage support.
2. Rotate bulb holder to left and
disengage.
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3. Push bulb into holder a little, rotate left
and remove.
4. Insert new bulb.
5. Engage holder into reflector by rotating
to the right. Main beam, parking lamps
Have bulb replacement carried out by a
workshop.
Side turn signal lamps Have bulb replacement carried out by a
workshop. Fog lamps
3
Have bulb replacement carried out by a
workshop.
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167 Opel Service, maintenance
⊕Additional work.
o Intervals are shorter under extreme operating conditions and when such is necessary due to conditions specific to the country.
Service work after year
1)
km (x 1000)
1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
1
302
603
904
1205
150
Visually inspect steering bellows, track rods and axle drive xxxxx
Check track-rod ends and suspension ball joints xxxxx
⊕
Change brake and clutch fluid (manual transmission automated) every 2 years
Undo wheel mounting and tighten to 110 Nm torque
xx During assembly, lightly lubricate wheel bolt tapers with grease or oil
Check tyre condition; check and correct tyre pressures (including the spare wheel)
With tyre inflation system, check the set to make sure that it is complete and not out
of date. Replace sealant bottle every 4 years
⊕
Annual service check when the annual mileage is more than 20,000 km
Visually inspect the first-aid kit (present and stowed in the right place, intact and not
out of date), lashing eyes and warning triangleevery 2 years
Check and correct headlamp aiming (including auxiliary headlamps) x x
⊕o
Lubricate door hinges, door brakes, lock cylinders, strikers, bonnet closure and
tailgate hinges.xx
Road test, final inspection (check steering column lock, ignition switch, instruments
and control indicators, entire brake system, steering, air conditioning system, engine,
body and chassis), reset service interval display using TECH 2xxxxx
⊕
For Germany only: carry out emissions inspection (AU), general inspection (HU) First after 3 years and then every
2 years thereafter
With commercial passenger transport, taxis, ambulances, hired vehicles, etc. annually
⊕
Carry out gas system test (GAP) and note it in the Service and Warranty Booklet First after 3 years and then every
2 years thereafter
With commercial passenger transport, taxis, ambulances, hired vehicles, etc. annually
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170 Opel Service, maintenance⊕Additional work.
o Intervals are shorter under extreme operating conditions and when such is necessary due to conditions specific to the country.
Service work after year
1)
km (x 1000)
1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
1
152
303
454
605
75
Visually inspect steering bellows, track rods and axle drive x x x x x
Check track-rod ends and suspension ball joints x x x x x
⊕
Change brake and clutch fluid (manual transmission automated) every 2 years
Undo wheel mounting and tighten to 110 Nm torque
xx During assembly, lightly lubricate wheel bolt tapers with grease or oil
Check tyre condition; check and correct tyre pressures (including the spare wheel)
With tyre inflation system, check the set to make sure that it is complete and not
out of date. Replace sealant bottle every 4 years
⊕
Annual service check when the annual mileage is more than 20,000 km
Visually inspect the first-aid kit (present and stowed in the right place, intact and
not out of date), lashing eyes and warning triangleevery 2 years
Check and correct headlamp aiming (including auxiliary headlamps) x x
⊕o
Lubricate door hinges, door brakes, lock cylinders, strikers, bonnet closure and
tailgate hinges.xx
Road test, final inspection (check steering column lock, ignition switch, instruments
and control indicators, entire brake system, steering, air conditioning system, engine,
body and chassis), reset service interval display using TECH 2xxxxx
⊕
Carry out gas system test (GAP) and note it in the Service and Warranty Booklet First after 3 years and then every
2 years thereafter
With commercial passenger transport, taxis, ambulances, hired vehicles, etc. annually
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198 IndexIndex
AABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........... 119
Accessories ............................................. 133
Accessory socket ..................................... 61
Air intake .................................................. 99
Air recirculation system ........................... 97
Air vents ................................................... 93
Airbags ..................................................... 56
Alarm ........................................................ 33
Alternator ................................................. 69
Antenna ........................................... 90, 161
Anti-corrosion service ............................ 173
Antifreeze ............................................... 177
Antifreeze protection .................... 177, 180
Anti-knock quality of fuel
Octane number .................................. 184
Anti-theft alarm system .......................... 31
Anti-theft lock
Alloy wheels ....................................... 139
Anti-theft protection ............................... 17
Aquaplaning .......................................... 123
Ashtray ..................................................... 62
BBattery ........................................... 107, 180
Interruption of power supply ...... 37, 105
Before starting off ................................... 15
Belt tensioners ......................................... 49
Bleeding, diesel fuel system ................. 128
Bonnet .................................................... 128
Boot, see Luggage
compartment ............................. 28, 29, 42
Brake assist ............................................ 120
Brake lamps ........................................... 157
Brake system ......................................... 118
Brakes
ABS ..................................................... 119
Brake assist ........................................ 120
Brake lamps ....................................... 157
Brake servo unit ................................. 106
Hand brake ........................................ 120
Bulb replacement .................................. 151
Bulbs ....................................................... 151