2014.5 VAUXHALL CORSA Owner's Manual

Keys, doors and windows31
Operating windows from outside
Depending on the equipment level,
the windows can be operated
remotely from outside the vehicle.
Press q or p until all windows have
opened or closed.
Overload
If the windows are repeatedly
operated at short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
Fault
If the windows cannot be opened or
closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows:
1. Close doors.
2. Switch on ignition.
3. Close the window completely and
operate the button for
5 more seconds.
4. Open the window completely and operate the button for
1 more second.
5. Repeat this for each window.Heated rear window
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating functions with the engine running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Depending on the engine type, the
heated rear window comes on
automatically when the diesel particle filter is being cleaned.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.

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.

Keys, doors and windows33Caution
When using a roof rack, check thefree movement of the sunroof in
order to avoid damage. It is only
permitted to raise the sunroof
when a roof rack is installed.
Notice
If the top of the roof is wet, tilt
sunroof, allow water to run off and
then open sunroof.
Do not affix any stickers to sunroof.
Close
Hold down d until the sunroof is
completely closed.
Sunblind
The sunblind is manually operated.
Close or open the sunblind by sliding. When the sunroof is open, the
sunblind is always open.
Overload
If the system is overloaded, the powersupply is automatically cut-off for a
short time. The system is protected by
fuses in the fuse box 3 166.
Initialising the sun roof
If the sunroof cannot be operated,
activate the electronics as follows:
with ignition on, close the sunroof and
hold d depressed for at least
10 seconds.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
have the cause of the fault remedied.

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.

Seats, restraints37
Seat height
Lever pumping motion
up=higherdown=lowerSeat folding
Lift release lever and tilt backrest
forwards. Lower release lever and
backrest engages in lowered position. Slide seat forwards.
To return backrest to its original
upright position: Lift the release lever,
move the backrest back to upright,
lower lever, backrest engages.
Folding the backrest forwards is
possible only when the backrest is in
an upright position.
Do not operate handwheel to adjust
backrest with backrest tilted forward.
Corsa VXR
Remove seat belt from belt mount on
backrest.
Pull release lever on rear of backrest, tilt backrest forwards and release
lever. Slide seat forwards.
To move the backrest upright, slide
seat back, pull release lever and
move backrest upright. Release
lever, backrest engages.
Folding the backrest forwards is
possible only when the backrest is in
an upright position.
Do not operate handwheel to adjust
backrest with backrest tilted forward.

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.