2014.5 VAUXHALL ADAM roof rack

50StorageStorageStorage compartments................50
Load compartment .......................61
Roof rack system .........................67
Loading information .....................67Storage compartments9Warning
Do not not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of sharp
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
Pull lever to open the glovebox cover.
The glovebox features a coin holder
and an adapter for the locking wheel
bolts.
The intermediate shelf can be
removed.
The glovebox should be closed whilst
driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the consolebetween the front seats. They are
designed for different sizes.

Storage67Roof rack system
Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoiddamage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact your workshop.
Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Mounting roof rack Open the cover from each mounting
point by using a coin.Loading information
■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placedagainst the seat backrests. Ensure
that the backrests are securely
engaged. If objects can be stacked, heavier objects should be placed at
the bottom.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing eyes 3 65.
■ Use the hook at the right sidewall of
the load compartment for hanging
up carrier bags. Maximum load: 5 kg.
■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent them from
sliding.
■ When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrests ofthe rear seats must not be angled
forward.
■ Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not cover
the sensor on top of the instrument
panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
■ Do not drive with an open load compartment.

68Storage9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 197) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter the
data for your vehicle in the Weights
table at the front of this manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to
the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.
The permissible roof load is 50 kg. The roof load is the combined
weight of the roof rack and the load.

Vehicle care191Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and engage in the bumper.
Appearance care
Exterior care Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock
function. After using de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiperand rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.

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Indicators...................................... 77
Information displays...................... 87
Instrument cluster ........................77
Instrument panel fuse box .........167
Instrument panel illumination .....164
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 106
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 193
Interior lighting ............................ 106
Interior lights ...................... 106, 164
Interior mirrors .............................. 26
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....49
J
Jump starting ............................. 187
K Key, memorised settings ..............20
Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 65
Light switch ................................ 102
Load compartment ................22, 61
Load compartment cover .............63
Loading information .....................67
Low fuel ....................................... 86M
Malfunction indicator light ............83
Manual anti-dazzle ......................26
Manual transmission .................. 124
Memorised settings ......................20
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................106
N New vehicle running-in ..............119
Number plate light .....................163
O
Object detection systems ...........133
Odometer ..................................... 77
Oil, engine .......................... 195, 199
Operate pedal ............................... 84
Outside temperature ....................73
Overrun cut-off ........................... 121
P Parking ................................ 17, 123
Parking assist ............................ 133
Parking brake ............................ 126
Parking lights ............................. 105
Performance .............................. 203
Performing work ........................151
Pollen filter ................................. 118
Power outlets ............................... 76
Power steering.............................. 84Power windows ............................ 27
Puncture ..................................... 180
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 209
Radio remote control ...................19
Rear carrier system ......................52
Rear floor storage cover ..............64
Rear fog light ............................... 86
Rear fog lights ........................... 105
Rear storage ................................. 62
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 72
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 195, 199
Refuelling ................................... 146
Retained power off .....................120
Reversing lights .........................106
Ride control systems ..................127
Roof load ...................................... 67
Roof rack ..................................... 67
S
Safety belts ................................... 34
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 32 Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................82
Seat belts ..................................... 34
Seat folding .................................. 33
Seat position ................................ 31