2014.5 VAUXHALL CASCADA coolant

Instruments and controls85Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator i illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately if it flashes.
Never run the tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity.
Engine coolant
temperature gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
left area=engine operating
temperature not yet
reachedcentral
area=normal operating
temperatureright area=temperature too highCaution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Service display
The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
and filter. Based on driving
conditions, the interval at which an
engine oil and filter change will be
indicated can vary considerably.

Driving and operating135
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
During an Autostop, the heating and
brake performance will be
maintained.
Caution
The steering assist can be
reduced during an Autostop.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled:
■ The stop-start system is not manually deactivated
■ the bonnet is fully closed
■ the driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened
■ the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition
■ the engine is warmed up
■ the engine coolant temperature is not too high
■ the engine exhaust temperature is not too high, e.g. after driving with
high engine load
■ the ambient temperature is above -5° C
■ the climate control system allows an Autostop
■ the brake vacuum is sufficient
■ the self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active
■ the vehicle was driven at least at walking speed since the last
AutostopOtherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited.
Certain settings of the climate control
system may inhibit an Autostop. See
Climate control chapter for more
details 3 124.
Immediately after motorway driving
an Autostop may be inhibited.
New vehicle running-in 3 132.
Battery discharge protection
To ensure reliable engine restarts,
several battery discharge protection
features are implemented as part of
the stop-start system.
Power saving measures
During an Autostop, several electrical
features, e.g. auxiliary electric heater
or rear window heating are disabled
or switched into a power saving
mode. The fan speed of the climate
control system is reduced to save
power.

Vehicle care177Vehicle careGeneral Information...................177
Vehicle checks ........................... 178
Bulb replacement .......................185
Electrical system ........................193
Vehicle tools .............................. 199
Wheels and tyres .......................200
Jump starting ............................. 214
Towing ....................................... 216
Appearance care .......................218General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash the vehicle. Wax painted parts of the vehicle. Exterior care
3 218.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
■ Fill up fuel tank completely.
■ Change the engine oil.
■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first orreverse gear or set selector lever to P . Prevent the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply the parking brake.

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■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.
■ Close the soft top.
■ Cover the soft top to reduce environment influences.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.

Vehicle care181Engine coolantThe coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or
from entering the reservoir.

Service and maintenance223
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information on the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature
viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 226.
All of the recommended viscosity grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze Use only organic acid type-long life
coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for
the vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frostprotection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.

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Clock............................................. 80
Code ........................................... 100
Control indicators.......................... 86
Control of the vehicle .................131
Controls ........................................ 76
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant and antifreeze ...............222
Cruise control ...................... 93, 149
Cupholders .................................. 69
Curve lighting.............................. 112
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Daytime running lights ...............112
Declaration of conformity ............236
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......184
Diesel particle filter ...............91, 137
Door open .................................... 93
Doors ............................................ 23
Driver assistance systems ..........149
Driver Information Centre .............94
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 172
Driving hints ................................ 131
E
Electric adjustment ......................28
Electrical system......................... 193
Electric parking brake ...........90, 143
Electric parking brake fault ...........90Electronic climate control system 124
Electronic driving programmes ..140
Electronic Stability Control.......... 146
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............91
Electronic Stability Control off....... 91
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......178
Engine compartment fuse box ...194
Engine coolant ........................... 181
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 85
Engine data ............................... 229
Engine exhaust .......................... 137
Engine identification ...................225
Engine oil ................... 179, 222, 226
Engine oil pressure ......................92
Entry lighting .............................. 118
Event data recorders ..................238
Exit lighting ................................ 119
Exterior care .............................. 218
Exterior light ................................. 93
Exterior lighting ....................12, 108
Exterior mirrors ............................. 28
F
Fault ........................................... 141
First aid ......................................... 74
First aid kit ................................... 74
Fixed air vents ........................... 129
Fog light ....................................... 93Fog lights ................................... 188
Folding mirrors ............................. 28
Following distance indication ......154
Forward collision alert................. 152
Front airbag system .....................59
Front fog lights ........................... 116
Front seats.................................... 46
Front storage ................................ 69
Front turn signal lights ...............189
Fuel............................................. 169
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 171
Fuel for diesel engines ..............169
Fuel for petrol engines ...............169
Fuel gauge ................................... 85
Fuses ......................................... 193
G
Gauges ......................................... 83
General information ...................172
Glovebox ..................................... 68
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 98
Ground clearance .......................132
H Halogen headlights ....................185
Hand brake ......................... 142, 143
Hazard warning flashers ............115
Headlight flash ........................... 110