2014 OPEL ANTARA check engine light

In brief17
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<=higher gear]=lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the foot brake is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 129.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 176,
3 207.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 153.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 35,
3 42.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position ACC
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ manual transmission in neutral
■ operate clutch and brake pedals ■ automatic transmission in P or N
■ do not accelerate
■ diesel engines: turn key to ON for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes
■ turn key to START and release
Starting the engine 3 124.

Instruments and controls85
Interrupt your journey immediately.Remove key and check drive belt
condition and tensioning before
seeking the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Can illuminate briefly when driving;
this is normal and does not indicate a
system fault.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be exceeded. Fuel economy and vehicle
driveability may be impaired. Seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.Control indicator Z also illuminates if
there is a fault in the diesel particle
filter 3 128 or with the automatic
transmission 3 132. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Ensure the fuel filler cap is screwed in completely 3 145.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage 3 129 . Ease up on
the accelerator until the flashing
stops. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is
running to indicate a fault in the
engine or transmission electronics. The electronics switch to an
emergency running programme, fuel
consumption may be increased and
vehicle handling may be impaired.In some cases, the fault can be
eliminated by switching the engine off
and back on again. If g illuminates
again after restarting the engine, the vehicle may need a service.
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, stop and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
If it stays lit while the engine is
running, the brakes do not operate as normal, or leaks are found in the
brake system, do not attempt to drive
the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to a workshop for inspection and repair.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.

100Instruments and controls
■ During automatic self-cleaning ofthe diesel particle filter 3 128.
■ In vehicles equipped with engine overspeed warning; when vehicle
speed exceeds 120 km/h 3 91.
When the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
Tyre pressure
Check controlIn vehicles with tyre pressure
monitoring system, if low tyre
pressures are detected, relevant
information appears on the
information display.
Reduce speed and check tyre
pressure at the next opportunity.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 176.
Check tyre pressures 3 176, 3 207.
If there is a considerable loss of
pressure, a corresponding message
appears indicating the relevant tyre.
Steer out of the flow of traffic as
quickly as possible without
endangering other vehicles. Stop and
check the tyres. Mount the spare
wheel 3 182, 3 185.
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 176.

152Vehicle care
■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.
■ 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.
9 Danger
The ignition system and Xenon
headlights use extremely high
voltage. Do not touch.

Vehicle care153Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Locate the safety catch, found slightly left of centre on the underside of the
bonnet, push the catch upwards and
lift the bonnet gently.
The bonnet is held open
automatically.
If the bonnet is opened during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Air intake 3 121.
Closing
Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the latch from a low height (20-25 cm).
Check that the bonnet is engaged.
Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch to avoid dents.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of oil is used. Recommended fluids
and lubricants 3 195.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.
Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.

160Vehicle careWiper blade replacementWiper blades on the windscreen
Lift wiper arm, press and hold
retaining clip and detach wiper blade.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Bulb replacement
Switch off the ignition and turn off the
relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Replace headlight bulbs from within
the engine compartment.
Bulb check After a bulb replacement switch on
the ignition, operate and check the
lights.
Headlights
Headlamp removal For bulb replacement, it is necessary
to first remove the headlamp
assembly.
1. Switch off the ignition and headlight switch.
2. Open the bonnet, release the 11 retainers and remove the
radiator cover.
3. Remove 3 bolts and withdraw headlamp.
4. Depress harness connector tags and disconnect headlamp wiring.
5. Remove the headlamp assembly.
Headlamp assembly installation is the
reverse of removal - ensure locating
dowel aligns with its socket. Do not
overtighten bolts or retainers.

Vehicle care189
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the front towing eye, never to
the bumper or front suspension units.
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear.
The front towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Turn key to ignition switch position
ACC and release the electrical
parking brake before towing the
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
Keep tow rope clear of front bumper, and ensure it is securely fixed to the
towing eye at both ends. Pull on the tow rope to check.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation system 3 116 and
close the windows.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards. The maximum speed is
88 km/h . In all other cases, and when
the transmission is defective, the front axle must be raised off the ground.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Do not tow the vehicle using the
towing eye. Towing with a tow rope
could cause severe damage to the
transmission. When towing a vehicle with automatic transmission, use flat
bed or wheel lift equipment.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the spoiler lip. Store
towing eye in the storage
compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment.
Vehicle tools 3 173.

211
Centre high-mounted brakelight.................................. 110, 165
Change engine oil .......................89
Changing tyre and wheel size ...178
Charging system .......................... 84
Check control.............................. 100
Child locks ................................... 22
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 52
Child restraints.............................. 51
Child restraint systems ................51
Cleaning the vehicle ...................190
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............115
Clock ............................................ 77
Clutch fluid .................................. 157
Coin storage ................................. 57
Console box.................................. 58
Console net .................................. 57
Control indicators.......................... 81
Control of the vehicle .................123
Controls ........................................ 73
Controls in steering wheel ............73
Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............195
Coupling ball bar ........................148
Cruise control ...................... 91, 141
Cupholders .................................. 56
Curtain airbag system .................. 49D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Daytime running lights ...............108
Declaration of conformity ............208
Descent control system .......87, 139
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 159
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......159
Diesel particle filter .........85, 88, 128
Door open .................................... 91
Doors ............................................ 23
Drain fuel filter ............................. 90
Drink holders ................................ 56
Driver assistance systems ..........141
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 147
Driving hints ................................ 123
E
Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical parking brake ........86, 137
Electrical parking brake fault ........86
Electrical system......................... 166
Electronic climate control system 117
Electronic driving programmes ..131
Electronic Stability Control ..87, 138
Electronic Stability Control off....... 88 End-of-life vehicle recovery .......152
Engine compartment fuse box ...167
Engine coolant ........................... 154Engine coolant temperature ........88
Engine data ............................... 202
Engine exhaust .......................... 128
Engine identification ...................198
Engine oil ................... 153, 195, 199
Engine oil life monitor ...................89
Engine oil pressure ......................88
Entry lighting .............................. 113
Event data recorders ..................208
Exhaust gases ............................ 128
Exit lighting ................................ 113
Exterior care .............................. 190
Exterior lighting ....................13, 106
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27
F
Fault ........................................... 132
Fire extinguisher ........................... 70
First aid kit ................................... 70
Fixed air vents ........................... 121
Flex-Fix system ............................ 58
Fog light ....................................... 90
Fog lights .................... 109, 110, 163
Folding mirrors ............................. 28
Front airbag system .....................47
Front fog lights ........................... 109
Front passenger seat undertray ...58
Front seats.................................... 35
Front storage ................................ 57
Fuel............................................. 144