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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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Tail lamps 1. Disengage cover by pressing retaining
lugs and remove.
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2. Detach plug connector from bulb
mounting.
3. Grip the bulb housing from the outside,
slacken the two knurled nuts using the
wheel bolt spanner 3 and unscrew by
hand.
4. Detach bulb housing.
5. Press retaining lugs on bulb mounting
together and remove bulb mounting, as
shown in illustration 13726 S.
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Lamps from top to bottom:
6. Remove bulb from socket.
7. Insert a new bulb. Engage the bulb
mounting in the bulb housing. Insert the
bulb housing into the vehicle body.
Screw the fixing nuts onto setscrews by
hand and tighten. Engage the plug
connector. Place the cover in position
and close. Reversing light/brake light
Turn signal lamp
Reversing light
Fog tail lamp (country-specific version:
fog tail lamp at one side only).
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Number plate lamps 1. Unscrew both screws. Remove lamp
insert.
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2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip
and remove.
3. Insert new bulb.
4. Insert lamp insert and secure using a
screwdriver.
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Courtesy lamps Front courtesy lamp
1. Prise lamp out of recess using a
screwdriver.
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2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip
and remove.
3. Insert new bulb.
4. Insert lamp in opening and engage in
position.
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Front courtesy lamp with reading lamps3
1. Disengage and remove lens at the
position located in the illustration using a
screwdriver.
2. Remove bulb from socket.
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3. Insert new bulb.
4. Mount lens and engage in position.
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Luggage compartment lamp3
1. Prise lamp out of recess using a
screwdriver.
2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip
and remove.
3. Insert new bulb.
4. Insert lamp in opening and engage in
position. Instrument illumination, Information
display illumination3
Have bulb replacement carried out by a
workshop.
Vehicle careWhen caring for your vehicle, observe all
national environmental regulations,
particularly when washing it.
Regular, thorough care helps to improve
the appearance of your vehicle and
maintain its value over the years. It is also
prerequisite for warranty claims for any
paint or corrosion damage. The following
pages contain tips for vehicle care which,
if used properly, will help combat the
unavoidable damaging effects of the
environment.
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162 Self-help, vehicle careExterior lights
Headlamp and other lamp lens are made
of plastic. Do not use any abrasive or
caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper,
and do not clean them dry.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned
with the same cleaner as used to clean the
body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do
not use any other agent. Avoid solvents
and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
Interior and upholstery
Clean the vehicle interior, including the
instrument panel fascia, using interior
cleaner.
The instrument panel is only to be cleaned
with a soft, damp cloth.
Clean the fabric upholstery with a vacuum
cleaner and brush. Remove stains with an
upholstery cleaner.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or
interior cleaner. Windows and windscreen wiper blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather
together with window cleaner and insect
remover.
When cleaning the rear window, make sure
the heating element inside the window is
not damaged.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a sharp-
edged ice scraper. Press the scraper firmly
against the glass so that no dirt can get
under it and scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a soft
cloth and window cleaner.
Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory
using a high quality lock cylinder grease.
Use de-icing agent only where absolutely
necessary, as this removes grease and
impairs lock function. After using de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop. Engine compartment
Clean painted surfaces in the engine
compartment like any other painted
surface.
For best results, wash and wax the engine
compartment before and after winter.
Before washing the engine, cover the
alternator and brake fluid reservoir with
plastic sheeting.
When washing the engine with a steam-jet
cleaner, do not direct the steam jet at
components of the Anti-lock Braking
System 3, the automatic air conditioning
system 3 or the belt drive and its
components.
After an engine wash, have all engine room
components preserved thoroughly by a
workshop using protective wax.
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners.
Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro
fasteners on clothing could damage
seat upholstery.
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165 Opel Service, maintenance
European service plan⊕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 control, lighting and signal devices as well as airbags;
check steering column lock and ignition switchxxxxx
Remote control: replace batteries (don’t forget the spare key) every 2 years
Check and correct windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system and headlamp
washer systemxxxxx
Check and correct coolant level and frost protection (pale orange)
2)
Note freeze protection temperature in the Service and Warranty Booklet
(confirmation box)
2)If loss is great/leaks are present, carry out follow-up work with customer consent.
xxxxx
Check water hoses for leaks and check to make sure they are firmly seated x x x x x
Check and correct brake fluid level
2) xxx
Check battery clamps to make sure they are firmly seated and check the battery eye x x x x x
Vehicle System Check with TECH 2 x x x x x
Replace pollen filter or active charcoal filter x x
⊕o
if the air is heavily polluted or there are high levels of airborne dust, sand or pollen,
the air-conditioning system will produce an odourVerbal arrangement between the
customer and Opel Partner
Replace the air filter element every 4 years/60,000 km
⊕
Replace spark plugsevery 4 years/60,000 km
Z 16 YNGevery 2 years/30,000 km
Visually inspect the ribbed V-belt every 2 years/60,000 km
⊕
Replace ribbed V-belt
Y 13 DTJ, Z 13 DTJ, Y 13 DT, Z 13 DT, Z 17 DTH every 10 years/150,000 km
⊕
Check valve play and adjust
Z16 XEP, Z 17 DTHevery 10 years/150,000 km
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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