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out of date.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not out of date), lashing eyes and warning triangleevery 2 years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
171
Opel Service, maintenance
Additional service workAdditional work ⊕
Additional work is work which is not
required for every service but can be
carried out along with a regular service.
Time allowances for such work are not
included within the scope of a regular
service and must be accounted for
separately. However, it is more cost
effective to carry out this work as part of a
planned service than to have it done
separately.
Extreme operating conditions o
Operating conditions are considered
extreme when one or more of the following
occur frequently:
zCold starts,
zStop-and-go,
zCaravan/trailer towing,
zDriving on inclines and/or in high
altitudes,
zPoor road conditions,
zSand and dust,
zExtreme temperature fluctuations.
Police vehicles, taxis and driving school
vehicles are also classified as operating
under extreme conditions.When operating conditions are extreme, it
may be necessary to have certain service
work carried out more frequently than the
planned service intervals.
We recommend obtaining technical advice
for the service requirements of your vehicle
based on the special conditions of use.
Recommended fluids and
lubricants Only use products which have been tested
and approved. Damage caused by using
non-approved operating materials is not
covered by the warranty.
9 Warning
Fuels are dangerous and require
appropriate care when handling. If
swallowed, immediately call a doctor.
Do not inhale fumes and avoid contact
with the skin. Keep out of the reach of
children. Fuels must not be allowed to
contaminate wastewater, groundwater
or soils. Dispose of empty containers
properly. Always keep in mind that fuels
are hazardous to health.
173
Opel Service, maintenance
Picture no: 14419s.tif
Inspection systemIn order to ensure 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 as
specified.
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 3
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
located 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 instructions from Opel.
It is particularly advisable to use an Opel
Partner during the warranty period in order
to prevent invalidation of the warranty.
Further information can be found in the
Service and Warranty Booklet.
Separate anti-corrosion service
Carry out according to the intervals
specified in the Service and Warranty
Booklet.
177
Opel Service, maintenance
Diesel 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 provides anti-freeze
protection down to approx. -28 C. .
Picture no: 11676s.tif
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
frost 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 for additional
corrosion protection and sealing small
leaks can cause operation 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.
179
Opel Service, maintenance
Brake fluid Changing brake fluid
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 form in the water,
which can have an extremely adverse
effect on braking power (depending on the
proportion of water).
Therefore, keep to the specified change
intervals.
Picture no: 13328j.tif
Windscreen wiper replacement Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift wiper arm. Move release lever and
detach wiper blade.
Picture no: 9392t.tif
Wiper blades 3 on the rear window
Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as
shown in illustration and remove.
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.
202 IndexPPaintwork damage ................................ 161
Parking ..................................................... 17
Parking lamps ............................................ 6
Bulb replacement ............................... 153
Parking the vehicle .................................. 17
Parts ........................................................ 174
Pedals ..................................................... 107
Performance ................................... 185, 186
Petrol ...................................................... 184
Pollen filter ............................................... 99
Power steering,
see electric power steering ............ 70, 106
Power-assisted steering,
see electric power steering ............ 70, 106
Preheater start switch ............................. 16
Preheating ................................................ 68
Pushing, towing ..................................... 129
RRadio ........................................................ 90
Radio equipment (CB) ............................. 91
Radio reception ....................................... 90
Rear lamp cluster .................................... 84
Bulb replacement .............................. 157
Rear seat backrests ................................. 42
Rear window
washer system .................14, 83, 161, 180
Rear window wiper ............................ 14, 83
Refuelling
Fuel filler cap ...................................... 111
Fuel gauge ..................................... 73, 74
Relays ..................................................... 145
Remote control ........................................ 23
Central locking system ........................ 23
Steering wheel ...................................... 90
Replacement keys ................................... 20
Reversing lamps ...................................... 85
Bulb replacement .............................. 157
Roof load .................................. 47, 106, 109
Roof rack .................................. 47, 109, 125
Roof racks ................................ 47, 109, 125
Running-in .............................................. 106
Brakes ................................................. 178
SSafeguard against
Unauthorised use ................ 16, 17, 20, 21
Safety accessories ................................. 133
Safety net ................................................. 45
Saving energy ........................................ 108
Seat adjustment ...................................... 38
Seat belts ......................................... 52, 162
Seat height adjustment ...................... 4, 39
Seat position ............................................ 39
Seats ..................................................... 3, 38
Heated ................................................. 40
Self-diagnosis ............................ 51, 60, 120
Self-help ................................................. 128
Central locking ..................................... 26
Electric windows .................................. 36
Information display ............................. 77
Radio remote control .......................... 23
Service interval display ......................... 173
Service intervals ..................................... 164
Additional work ................................. 171
Extreme operating conditions .......... 171
Main service ....................................... 164
Service work ........................................... 173
Side airbags ............................................. 58