15
In Brief
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Manual transmission Reverse gear: With the vehicle stationary,
lift the ring under the gear-lever knob
3 seconds after depressing the clutch, and
then engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, put the lever
into neutral, release the clutch pedal and
depress again; then repeat gear selection.
Manual transmission 3105.
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Manual transmission
automated
3
To move the selector lever from N to R
press the button on the lever.
Only start in N with foot brake applied.
Manual transmission automated 3 3100.
Before starting off, check zTyre pressure and tyre condition 3121,
3191,
zEngine oil level and fluid levels in engine
compartment 3174 to 3180,
zAll windows, mirrors, exterior lighting
and number plates are free from dirt,
snow and ice and operational,
zSeats, seat belts and mirrors are
correctly adjusted 338, 348, 334,
zCheck brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
N
= Idle speed/start position
o
= Drive position (centre position)
+
=Higher gear
-
= Lower gear
A/M
= Switch between Automatic and
Manual mode
R
= Reverse gear (with selector lever
lock)
69
Instruments
r
Fog tail lamp
Control indicator lights up yellow.
Illuminates when the fog tail lamp is on
386. p
Alternator
Control indicator lights up red
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop and turn engine off. battery is not
charged. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. Contact a workshop.
R
Brake system, clutch system 3
Control indicator lights up or flashes red.
Illuminated
Illuminates when the ignition is switched on
if the hand brake is applied 3120.
Illuminates when the hand brake is
released if the fluid level for the brake or
clutch system 3 is low 3179.
FlashesOn vehicles with manual transmission
automated 3, control indicatorR flashes
for a few seconds after the ignition is
switched off if the hand brake has not been
applied.
u
Anti-lock Braking System 3
Control indicator lights up red
Illuminates while driving
Fault in the anti-lock braking system 3119.
9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your journey.
Consult a workshop.
119
Driving and operation
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Brake system control indicator R
The control indicator illuminates when the
ignition is switched on if the hand brake is
applied or if the brake or clutch fluid level is
too low. Brake fluid 3179. For vehicles with manual transmission
automated 3, the control indicator flashes
for a few seconds when the ignition is
turned off if the hand brake is not applied.
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS
u)3
ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
ABS starts to regulate brake pressure as
soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock.
The vehicle remains steerable, even during
hard braking.
ABS control is made apparent though a
pulse in the brake pedal and the noise of
the regulation process.
For optimum braking, keep the brake
pedal fully depressed throughout the
braking process, despite the fact that the
pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce the
pressure on the pedal.
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Control indicator u for ABS
It illuminates for a few seconds when
ignition is switched on. Once the control
indicator goes out, the system is ready for
operation.
If the control indicator does not go out
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while
driving, there is a fault in the ABS. The
brake system remains operational without
ABS regulation.
9 Warning
If the control indicator illuminates when
the handbrake is released, stop driving
immediately. Contact a workshop for
assistance.
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
190 Technical dataWeights
(kg)
, Table 1, kerb weight
1)
1)According to EC Directive 70/156/EC, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90 % full). Combo van EngineManual transmission Manual transmission automated
without/with air
conditioning
[kg]Z 14 XEP 1190/1350 –
Z 16 YNG 1322/1352 –
Z 13 DTJ 1285/1420 1285/1420
Z 17 DTH 1320/1455 –Weights
(kg)
, Table 1, kerb weight
Combo EngineManual transmission manual transmission automated
without/with air
conditioning
[kg]Z 14 XEP 1235/1265 –
Z 16 YNG 1367/1397 –
Z 13 DTJ 1325/1355 1325/1355
Z 17 DTH 1365/1395 –Weights
, Table 2, heavy accessories
Accessories Folding
sun roofTowing
equipmentAnti-lock braking
system (ABS)Sliding door (front
passenger’s side) Rear vent
windowsLoad
compartment grilleSplit load
compartment grille
Weight [kg] 18 18 7 23 9 8 10
201
Index
KKey
Extending ............................................. 20
Ignition lock .......................................... 16
Locking doors ...........................20, 23, 24
Remove ................................................. 17
Starting ........................................... 16, 21
Starting the engine .............................. 16
Keys ...................................................... 2, 20LLanguage selection ................................. 80
Lashing eyes ............................................ 44
Leaf doors ...................................... 3, 22, 29
Light switch ................................................ 6
Lighting ................................................ 6, 84
Driving abroad ..................................... 89
Load compartment
Loading ................................................ 47
Load compartment grille ........................ 46
Loading ............................................ 47, 126
Loading the vehicle ................................. 47
Locking doors ..............................20, 23, 24
Locking from the inside ..................... 22, 25
Locking the doors .......................... 2, 22, 24
Locks ....................................................... 162
Lubricants .............................................. 175Luggage compartment .......................... 28
Bulb replacement .............................. 158
Cover .................................................... 44
Extension .............................................. 42
Lashing eyes ........................................ 44
Lighting ................................................ 88
Loading ................................ 47, 126, 189
Locking ................................................. 28
Luggage compartment cover ................ 44
MMain beam ........................................... 7, 85
Bulb replacement .............................. 152
Control indicator .................................. 68
Maintenance
Air conditioning system ....................... 99
Antifreeze protection ........................ 177
Brake fluid .......................................... 179
Brakes ................................................. 178
Catalytic converter ............................ 118
Engine oil ............................................ 175
Fuel consumption .............................. 109
Tyre pressure ...................................... 121
Tyres ........................................... 122, 123
Manual transmission ............................. 105
Manual transmission, see Transmission 15
Mirrors ............................................ 6, 34, 35
Misted windows ................................. 96, 98
Mobile telephone ..................................... 91
Muffler, see Exhaust system ................. 116
NNatural gas .............................. 74, 110, 113
Number plate lamps
Bulb replacement .............................. 158
Number plate lighting .......................... 158OOctane numbers .................................... 184
Odometer ................................................. 71
Oil ........................................................... 172
Additives ............................................ 172
Topping up ........................................ 172
Viscosity ............................................. 172
Oil consumption ............................ 175, 184
Oil level ................................................... 175
Oil pressure .............................................. 67
Opel Service ........................................... 164
Operating temperature ........................ 107
Outside temperature gauge .................. 76
Overrun .......................................... 107, 109