2014.5 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA brake light

Driving and operating135Manual transmission
automated
The Easytronic transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic
gear shifting (automatic mode), both
with automatic clutch control.
Transmission display
Shows the mode and current gear.
The display flashes for a few seconds
when A, M or R is selected with the
engine running and the foot brake not
activated.
If the Winter programme is activated,
T is illuminated.
Starting the engine
Depress the foot brake when starting
the engine. If the foot brake is not
depressed, j illuminates in the
instrument, "N" flashes in the
transmission display and the engine
cannot be started.
Starting is not possible if all brake
lights fail.
When the foot brake is depressed, the
transmission automatically shifts to
N upon start. There may be a slight
delay.Selector lever
Always move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will
go. Upon release, it automatically
returns to the centre position.
N=Neutral.A=Switch between automatic and
manual mode. The
transmission display shows A
or M.R=Reverse gear. Engage only
when vehicle is stationary.+=Shift to a higher gear.-=Shift to a lower gear.

140Driving and operatingParking brake
Always apply parking brake firmly
without operating the release button,
and apply as firmly as possible on a
downhill or uphill slope.
To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the release
button and fully lower the lever.
To reduce the operating forces of the
parking brake, depress the foot brake
at the same time.
Control indicator R 3 89.
Brake assist
If the brake pedal is depressed
quickly and forcefully, maximum
brake force is automatically applied
(full braking).
Maintain steady pressure on the
brake pedal for as long as full braking
is required. Maximum brake force is
automatically reduced when the
brake pedal is released.
Hill start assist
The system helps prevent unintended movement when driving away on
inclines.
When releasing the foot brake after
stopping on an incline, the brakes
remain on for a further 2 seconds. The brakes release automatically as soon
as the vehicle begins to accelerate.Ride control systems
Electronic stability
program
Electronic stability program
(ESP® Plus
) improves driving stability
when necessary, regardless of the
type of road surface or tyre grip. It also
prevents the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the vehicle starts to
swerve (understeer/oversteer),
engine output is reduced and the
wheels are braked individually. This
considerably improves the driving
stability of the vehicle on slippery road
surfaces.
ESP® Plus
is operational as soon as
control indicator v extinguishes.
When ESP® Plus
comes into action v
flashes.

148Driving and operating
For trailers with low driving stability
and trailers with a permitted gross
vehicle weight of more than 1300 kg a speed of 80 km/h must not be
exceeded; the use of a stabiliser is
recommended.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 206.
Trailer towing Trailer loads
The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %
The permitted trailer load applies up to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10 %
for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than 8 %, e. g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is
specified on the identification plate
3 198.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by 90 kg and the gross vehicle weight
rating by 75 kg. If the permissible rear
axle load is exceeded, a maximum
speed of 100 km/h applies.
Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.

Driving and operating151
Dismounting the coupling ball
bar
Open the protective flap and turn the
key to position c ( 1) to unlock the
coupling ball bar.
Pull out rotary handle and turn
clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out
coupling ball bar downwards.
Insert sealing plug in opening. Fold away socket.
Insert cover in bumper: Insert guides of cover into bumper, first in the front
and then in the rear and engage.
Compress cover in a slightly bent
position while doing so.
Trailer stability assist
If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is
selectively braked until the snaking ceases.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) is a
function of the electronic stability
program (ESP® Plus
) 3 140.

164Vehicle care
1. Compress wiring plug and pullfrom bulb holder.
2. Unscrew two plastic securing nuts
from the inside by hand.
3. Remove tail light assembly.
4. Disengage locking tabs and remove bulb holder.
5. Push bulb into socket slightly,rotate anti-clockwise, remove and
renew bulb.
Tail light/brake light ( 1)
Turn signal light ( 2)
Rear fog light, may be only on one side ( 3)
Reverse light ( 4)
6. Engage bulb holder into the tail light assembly. Connect wiring
plug. Install tail light assembly in
body and tighten securing nuts.
On the right side, fit the insert with
tyre repair kit. Engage side cover.
On the left side engage retainer of the load compartment cover.
7. After bulb replacement, check the
tail lights for proper functionality:
switch on the ignition, operate the brake, switch on the sidelights.
Side turn signal lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Vehicle care169
No.Circuit12Mobile telephone, Infotainment
system, display13Courtesy light14Windscreen wiper15Windscreen wiper16Horn, ABS, brake light switch,
air conditioning system17Diesel fuel filter or air condi‐
tioning system18Starter19–20Horn21Engine electronics22Engine electronics23Headlight range adjustment24Fuel pump25–26Engine electronicsNo.Circuit27Heating, air conditioning
system, air quality sensor28–29Power steering30Engine electronics31Rear window wiper32Brake light switch33Headlight range adjustment,
light switch, clutch switch,
instrument, driver's door
module34Steering column control unit35Infotainment system36Cigarette lighter, front power
outletFuse assignments in
conjunction with load
compartment fuse box version BNo.Circuit1ABS2ABS3Interior fan electronic climate control4Interior fan heating and air
conditioning system5Radiator fan6Radiator fan7Windscreen washer system8Horn9Headlight washer system10Emergency unlocking of central
locking system11–12–

170Vehicle care
No.Circuit13Fog light14Windscreen wiper15Windscreen wiper16Control module electronics,
Open&Start system, ABS,
brake light switch17Diesel fuel filter heating18Starter19Transmission electronics20Air conditioning system21Engine electronics22Engine electronics23Adaptive forward lighting, head‐
light range adjustment24Fuel pump25Transmission electronics26Engine electronics27Power steeringNo.Circuit28Transmission electronics29Transmission electronics30Engine electronics31Adaptive forward fighting, head‐ light range adjustment32Brake system, air conditioning
system, clutch switch33Adaptive forward lighting, head‐
light range adjustment, light
switch34Steering column control unit35Infotainment system36Mobile telephone, Infotainment
system, displayLoad compartment fuse
box
The fuse box is behind a cover. Press
the locking tabs forward and remove
the cover.
Do not store any objects behind the
cover.
Depending on the equipment, there
are two different fuse boxes.
Fuse box version A
To replace a fuse, remove the
relevant protective cap.

182Vehicle care
Replace the used sealant bottle.Dispose of the bottle as prescribed
by applicable laws.
The compressor and sealant can be used from approx. -30 °C.
The adapters supplied can be used
to pump up other items e.g.
footballs, air mattresses, inflatable
dinghies etc. They are located on the underside of the compressor. To
remove, screw on compressor air hose and withdraw adapter.
Wheel changing Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel
3 179.
Make the following preparations and
observe the following information:
■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and
non-skid surface. The front wheels
must be in the straight-ahead
position.
■ Apply the parking brake and engage first gear, reverse gear or
P .
■ Remove the spare wheel 3 184.■ Never change more than one wheel
at once.
■ Use the jack only to change wheels
in case of puncture, not for
seasonal winter or summer tyre
change.
■ If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft, a solid board
(max. 1 cm thick) should be placed
under the jack.
■ Take heavy objects out of the vehicle before jacking up.
■ No people or animals may be in the
vehicle when it is jacked-up.
■ Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.
■ Do not start the vehicle when it is raised on the jack.
■ Before screwing in the wheel bolts,
clean them and lightly coat thetaper of each wheel bolt with
commercially available grease.
1. Pull off the wheel cover with the hook. Vehicle tools 3 173.
For wheel covers with visible
wheel bolts: The cover can remain
on the wheel. Do not remove the
retaining rings on the wheel bolts.
Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel
bolt caps with a screwdriver and
remove. To protect the wheel,
place a soft cloth between the
screwdriver and the alloy wheel.