110 Driving and operationFuels, refuellingFuel consumption
Fuel consumption is determined under
specific driving conditions 3186.
Special equipment increases the weight of
the vehicle. As a result, they can increase
fuel consumption and reduce the specified
maximum speed.
There is increased friction between engine
and transmission parts during the first
1000 kilometres. This increases fuel
consumption. Fuel for petrol engines
Only use unleaded fuel that complies with
DIN EN 228.
Fuels with ethanol content greater than 5 %
may only be used if the vehicle has been
specifically developed and approved for
these fuels.
Use fuel with the recommended octane
rating (value in bold 3184). Use of fuel
with too low an octane rating can reduce
engine power and torque and slightly
increases fuel consumption. Fuel for diesel engines
Only use diesel fuel that complies with
DIN EN 590. The fuel must have low
sulphur content (max. 50 ppm).
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating oils
or entirely or partially plant-based diesel
fuels, such as rape seed oil or bio diesel,
Aquazole and similar diesel-water
emulsions. Diesel fuels must not be diluted
with fuels for petrol engines.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuel are
temperature-dependent. When
temperatures are low, refuel with diesel fuel
with guaranteed winter properties.
Fuel for natural gas operation
Use natural gas with a methane content of
approx. 78-99 %. L-gas (low) has approx.
78-87 % and H-gas (high) has approx.
87-99 %. Biogas with the same methane
content can also be used if it has been
chemically prepared and desulphurised.
Liquid gas or LPG must not be used. Caution
Use of fuel with too low an octane rating
could lead to uncontrolled combustion
and engine damage.
114 Driving and operationIf the natural gas tank is then not refilled,
petrol operation must be manually
selected the next time the engine is started.
This is necessary in order to prevent
damage to the catalytic converter
(overheating due to irregular fuel supply).
If the switch is pressed several times within
a brief period of time, a changeover
inhibitor is activated. The engine continues
with the current type of fuel. The inhibitor
remains active until the ignition is switched
off.
Minor power and torque losses are to
be expected during petrol operation,
therefore adjust driving style (e.g.
overtaking) and vehicle load (e.g. through
trailer load) accordingly.
Every 6 months, run the petrol tank down
to the reserve zone before refuelling. This is
necessary for petrol operation to obtain
the required system functionality and fuel
quality.Note:
Refuel and operate only w i t h f u e l o f a t l e a s t
95 octane (RON). Upon accidental
refuelling with petrol of an
octane rating (RON) less than 95, avoid
driving with fuel load (e.g. heavy
acceleration, full throttle), allow the tank to
reach the reserve zone and refuel with the
correct petrol.
In order to prevent corrosion in the tank,
please refuel the vehicle to the maximum
level at regular intervals.
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Catalytic converter, engine
exhaust Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gas, such as carbon monoxide
(CO), hydrocarbons, (CH) and nitrous
oxide (NO
x).
Fuel grades other than those listed on
3110, 184 (e. g. LRP = Lead Replacement
Petrol or leaded fuel) could damage the
catalytic converter or electronic
components.
Caution
Damage to the catalytic converter or the
vehicle may result if the following points
are not observed.
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Self-help, vehicle care
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7. Screw in the wheel bolts. Push the wheel
bolt wrench 3 on as far as possible and
tighten the wheel bolts slightly.
On some versions, the wheel trim must
be positioned before the wheel bolts
are tightened.
8. Lower vehicle. 9. Push the wheel bolt wrench 3 on as far
as possible and tighten crosswise.
Tightening torque is 110 Nm.
Alloy wheels 3: put hub cap on and
engage, inserting pin on rear of hub
cap into relevant hole in wheel.
Alloy wheels with anti-theft lock3: Put
hub cap on. Insert and tighten anti-
theft lock3.
10. Before refitting the wheel trim, clean the
wheel around the retaining clips. Valve
symbol 3 on back of wheel trim must
point towards valve on wheel.
Align and engage hub cap or wheel
trim 3 and wheel bolt caps 3.11. Stow the replaced wheel, tools and
warning triangle 3133, 3136.
12. Check the tyre pressure of the newly
mounted wheel.
13. Have the wheel bolt tightening torque
(110 Nm) checked.
14. Replace the faulty tyre on the wheel
that was removed.
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
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
184 Technical dataEngine data Sales designation
Engine identifier code1.4 TWINPORT
Z 14 XEPCNG
Z 16 YNG1.3 CDTI
Z 13 DTJ1.7 CDTI
Z 17 DTH
Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4
Piston displacement [cm
3 ] 1364 1598 1248 1686
Brake horse power [kW/bhp]
at rpm 66
560069
620055
400074
4400
Torque [Nm]
at rpm 125
4000133
4200170
1750 to 2500240
2300
Fuel type
1)
1)Standard high-quality fuels, unleaded DIN EN 228, diesel DIN EN 590. Any commercially available natural gas containing methane can be used for
natural gas operation.
Petrol Natural gas/petrol Diesel Diesel
Octane requirement [RON]
2)
recommended
possible
possible
Cetane requirement [CN]
2)
2)Standard high-quality fuels: R = Regular, P = Premium, PP = Premium Plus, D = Diesel. Value printed in bold: recommended fuel.
95 (P)
3)
98 (PP)
3)
91 (R)
3)4)
–
3)Knock control system automatically adjusts ignition timing according to type of fuel used (octane number). 4)Slight reduction in engine output and torque if 91 RON is used.
95 (P)
3)
98 (PP)
3)
–
––
–
–
49 (D)
5)
5)A lower value is possible with winter diesel fuels.
–
–
–
49 (D)
5)
Max. permissible engine speed,
continuous operation approx. [rpm ]. 6200 6400 5020 to 5180 5000 to 5200
Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
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Technical data
Tyres Not all tyres available on the market
currently meet the structural requirements.
We recommend that you consult an Opel
Partner concerning suitable tyre makes.
These tyres have undergone special tests
to establish their reliability, safety and
specific suitability for Opel vehicles.
Despite continuous market monitoring, we
are unable to assess these attributes for
other tyres, even if they have been granted
approval by the relevant authorities or in
some other form.
Further information 3121. Winter tyres
3
Tyre sizes 185/60 R 15, 185/65 R 15,
195/45 R 16 and 195/50 R 16 are not
permitted for winter driving.
Exception: Tyres of size 185/60 R 15 may be
used as winter tyres on the Combo
Tramp/Arizona. If winter tyres are in use, the spare wheel
may still be fitted with a summer tyre. Use
of the spare wheel may alter vehicle
handling. Obtain a replacement for the
faulty tyre as soon as possible, and have
the wheel balanced and fitted to the
vehicle.
Further information 3124.
Tyre chains
3
Tyre chains may be used on the front
wheels only.
We recommend the use of tyre chains with
a fine mesh that add no more than 10 mm
to the running surface and the insides of
the tyres (including chain lock).
Tyre chains are not permitted on the spare
wheel and tyres sizes 185/60 R 15,
185/65 R 15, 195/45 R 16 and 195/50 R 16.
Exception: Tyre chains on tyres of size
185/60 R 15 are permitted on Combo
Tramp/Arizona.
Tyre chains are generally permitted on
tyres of size 185/55 R 15.
Further information 3125. Wheels Wheel bolt tightening torque: 110 Nm.
Spare wheel
3
Depending on the version, the spare wheel
is designed for use as a temporary spare
wheel 3: the handling of the vehicle may
change if the spare wheel is used. Replace
a defective tyre as soon as possible,
balance the wheel and fit it to vehicle. Pay
attention to notes on this page and on
3125, 3135.
On vehicles with alloy wheels 3 the spare
wheel may have a steel rim.
The spare wheel can be fitted with a
smaller tyre
1) and a smaller rim than the
wheels fitted on the vehicle.
Tyre pressure (overpressure)The specified tyre pressure are valid for
cold tyres. The increased tyre pressure
resulting from extensive driving must not
be reduced. The tyre pressure specified on
the following pages apply to both summer
and winter tyres.
The spare wheel must always be filled with
the tyre pressure for a full load - see tables
on following pages.
Temporary spare wheel tyre pressure 3 –
see tables on the following pages.
Further information 3121 to 3125. 1)Country-specific version: The spare wheel is
only permitted for use as a temporary spare.
203
Index
Signal system ........................................... 13
Sliding doors ............................................ 27
Spare fuses ............................................. 145
Spare keys ................................................ 20
Spare wheel .................................... 134, 137
Speed .............................................. 108, 109
Fuel consumption ...................... 108, 109
Speedometer ............................................ 71
Starter switch ........................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................16, 21, 129
Self-help .............................................. 129
Steam jet cleaner ................................... 163
Steering column lock ......................... 16, 17
Steering wheel adjustment ....................... 6
Steering wheel remote control .......... 19, 90
Stowage compartments .............. 39, 63, 64
Sun visors .................................................. 65
System settings ........................................ 79TTachometer .............................................. 71
Tail lamps ................................................. 84
Bulb replacement ............................... 157
Tailgate ................................................ 2, 28
Technical data ....................................... 182
Telephone, see Mobile telephone .......... 91
Temperature regulation .......................... 94
Temporary spare wheel ................ 125, 135
The first 1000 km ................................... 106Tightening torque .......................... 141, 191
Time .......................................................... 77
Tools ....................................................... 136
Towing .................................................... 131
Towing equipment ................................ 126
Towing eye ..................................... 131, 133
Transmission, Easytronic
Driving programmes ......................... 102
Fault .................................................... 104
Interruption of power supply ............ 105
Kickdown ............................................ 103
Selector lever ........................................ 15
Winter programme ............................ 103
Transmission, manual ..................... 15, 105
Tread depth ........................................... 123
Trip odometer .......................................... 72
Triple information display ....................... 76
Turn signal lamps ................................ 7, 85
Turn signals
Bulb replacement ..............154, 156, 157
Tyre chains ............................................. 125
Tyre condition ........................................ 122
Tyre pressure ................................. 121, 191
Tyre repair kit ........................................ 142
UUnderbody wash ................................... 163
Units of measure ..................................... 81
Unleaded fuel ................................ 114, 184
VValve cap key ........................................ 121
Vehicle care ........................................... 160
Vehicle decommissioning ..................... 181
Vehicle identification number .............. 183
Vehicle keys, see Keys ............................ 20
Vehicle recommissioning ...................... 181
Vehicle tools .......................................... 136
Ventilation ............................................... 92
VIN,
see Vehicle Identification Number ..... 182