2014.5 VAUXHALL CORSA warning

32Keys, doors and windows
If the sun visors have integral mirrors,the mirror covers should be closed
when driving.Roof
Sunroof9 Warning
Take care when operating the
sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the
movable parts when operating
them. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they
move.
Sunroof can be operated with ignition on.
Operated via a rocker switch in the
roof console.
Press the button briefly for activation
in steps. Hold down the button for
longer for automatic opening.
Raise
With the sunroof closed, press ü.
The sunroof is raised at the rear.
Open Press ü again with the sunroof in the
raised position. The sunroof opens
automatically until it reaches its end
position.
To close: press d.

34Seats, restraintsSeats, restraintsHead restraints............................ 34
Front seats ................................... 35
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Airbag system .............................. 41
Child restraints ............................. 48Head restraints
Position9 Warning
Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.
The upper edge of the head restraint
should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.
Adjustment
Head restraints on front seats
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.

Seats, restraints35
Head restraints on rear seats
The height of the head restraints can
be set in two positions.
To set to the first position, pull the
head restraint upwards. To set to the
second position press the spring
marked in the illustration and push the
head restraint right up to the top.
To adjust downwards, press the
spring marked in the illustration and
push the head restraint downwards.
Active head restraints
In the event of a rear-end impact, the
active head restraints tilt slightly
forwards. The head is more
effectively supported so the risk of
whiplash injury is reduced.
Notice
Approved accessories may only be
attached to the front passenger seat head restraint if the seat is not in use.Front seats
Seat position9 Warning
Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.
■ Sit with buttocks as far back against
the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the
pedals so that legs are slightly
angled when pressing the pedals.
Slide the front passenger seat as
far back as possible.

36Seats, restraints
■ Sit with shoulders as far backagainst the backrest as possible.Set the backrest to an angle so that it is possible to reach the steering
wheel with arms slightly bent.
Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do not
tilt the backrest too far back. We
recommend a maximum angle of
approx. 25°.
■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 70.
■ Set the seat high enough to have a
clear field of vision on all sides and
on all display instruments. There
should be at least one hand of
clearance between head and the
roof frame. Thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it.
■ Adjust the head restraint 3 34.
■ Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 39.Seat adjustment9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.
Seat backrests
Turn handwheel. Do not lean on
backrest when adjusting.

38Seats, restraintsHeating
Activate heating by pressing ß button
for the seat with the ignition on.
LED in button ß on: relevant front
seat heating on.
Seat heating is operational when the engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Seat belts
The belts are locked during heavy
acceleration or deceleration of the
vehicle for the safety of the
occupants.
9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child
restraint system 3 48.
Periodically check all parts of the belt
system for damage, pollution and
proper functionality.
Have damaged components
replaced. After an accident, have the
belts and triggered belt tensioners
replaced by a workshop.
Notice
Make sure that the belts are not
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged
objects or are trapped. Prevent dirt
from getting into the belt retractors.
Seat belt reminder X 3 80.
Belt force limiters
In the front seats, stress on the body
is reduced by the gradual release of
the belt during a collision.

Seats, restraints39
Belt tensioners
In the event of a head-on or rear-end
collision of a certain severity, the front
seat belts are tightened.
9 Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
tensioners with risk of injury.
Deployment of the belt tensioners is
indicated by illumination of control
indicator v 3 80.
Triggered belt tensioners must be
replaced by a workshop. Belt
tensioners can only be triggered once.
Notice
Do not affix or install accessories or
other objects that may interfere with
the operation of the belt tensioners.
Do not make any modifications to
belt tensioner components as this
will invalidate the vehicle type
approval.
Three-point seat belt
Fastening seat beltWithdraw belt from retractor, guide it
untwisted across the body and insert the latch plate in the buckle. Tension
the lap belt regularly whilst driving by
tugging the shoulder belt.
With the Corsa VXR: Feed seat belt
through belt mount on backrest when fastening seat belt.
Loose or bulky clothing prevents the
belt from fitting snugly. Do not place
objects such as handbags or mobile
phones between the belt and your body.

40Seats, restraints9Warning
The belt must not rest against hard
or fragile objects in the pockets of
your clothing.
Height adjustment
1. Pull belt out slightly.
2. Press button.
3. Adjust height and engage audibly.
Adjust the height so that the belt lies
across the shoulder. It must not lie
across the throat or upper arm.
Do not adjust while driving.
Removing seat belt
To release belt, press red button on
belt buckle.
Seat belts on the rear outer
seats
When not in use or to fold forward the rear backrests, feed seat belts
through belt mount.
Using the seat belt while
pregnant9 Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as
low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
abdomen.

Seats, restraints41Airbag system
The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.
When triggered the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision.9 Warning
If handled improperly the airbag
systems can be triggered in an
explosive manner.
Notice
The airbag systems and belt
pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not stick anything on the airbag
covers and do not cover them with
other materials.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it might be necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle type approval.
When the airbags inflate, escaping
hot gases may cause burns.
Control indicator v for airbag systems
3 80.
Child restraint systems on front passenger seat with airbag
systems Warning according to ECE R94.02:
EN: NEVER use a rearward-facing
child restraint on a seat protected by
an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it;
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur.
DE: Nach hinten gerichtete
Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz
verwenden, der durch einen davor
befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG
geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder
SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES
KINDES zur Folge haben kann.
FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège
d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un
siège protégé par un COUSSIN
GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui,