62Seats, restraintsChild restraintsChild restraint systems
We recommend the Opel child
restraint system which is tailored
specifically to the vehicle.
When a child restraint system is being used, pay attention to the following
usage and installation instructions
and also those supplied with the child
restraint system.
Always comply with local or national
regulations. In some countries, the
use of child restraint systems is
forbidden on certain seats.9 Danger
When using a child restraint
system on the front passenger
seat, the airbag systems for the
front passenger seat must be
deactivated; if not, the triggering of the airbags poses a risk of fatal
injury to the child.
This is especially the case if rear-
facing child restraint systems are
used on the front passenger seat.
Airbag deactivation 3 60.
Selecting the right system The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child restraint system.
Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event of an accident.
Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with ECE 44-03 or
ECE 44-04. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child
restraint systems.
Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat beltor remove it from the vehicle.
Note
Do not stick anything on the child
restraint systems and do not cover
them with any other materials.
A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.
Seats, restraints63Child restraint installation locationsPermissible options for fitting a child restraint system
Weight and age class
On front passenger seat
On rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seat
activated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 monthsXU 1U 2U2Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 yearsXU 1U2U2Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsXU 1U2U 2Group II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. 3 to 7 yearsXXUUGroup III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 yearsXXUU1=Only if front passenger seat airbag system is deactivated. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three- point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost position and ensure that vehicle safety belt runs forwards
from the upper anchorage point. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure
that the belt is tight on the buckle side.2=Seat available with ISOFIX and Top-Tether mounting brackets 3 66.U=Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt.X=No child restraint system permitted in this weight class.
64Seats, restraints
Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint systemWeight classSize classFixtureOn front passenger seatOn rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seatGroup 0: up to 10 kgEISO/R1XILILGroup 0+: up to 13 kgEISO/R1XILILDISO/R2XILILCISO/R3XILILGroup I: 9 to 18 kgDISO/R2XILILCISO/R3XILILBISO/F2XIL, IUFIL, IUFB1ISO/F2XXIL, IUFIL, IUFAISO/F3XIL, IUFIL, IUFIL=Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories.The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type.IUF=Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class.X=No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class.
Seats, restraints65
ISOFIX size class and seat deviceA – ISO/F3=Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.B – ISO/F2=Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.B1 – ISO/F2X=Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.C – ISO/R3=Rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kg.D – ISO/R2=Rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kg.E – ISO/R1=Rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg.
66Seats, restraintsISOFIX child restraint
systems
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
mounting brackets. Specific vehicle
ISOFIX child restraint system
positions are marked in the table by
IL 3 63.
No more than two ISOFIX child
restraint systems can be installed on
the rear seats at the same time,
though not right next to each other.
ISOFIX mounting brackets are
indicated by a logo ISOFIX on the
backrest.
Top-tether fastening eyes
The vehicle has three fastening eyes
on the backside of the rear backrests
or in the area behind the head
restraints.
Top-Tether fastening eyes are
marked with the symbol : for a child
seat.
Open the flap of the required
fastening eye, marked by the child
seat symbol.
In addition to the ISOFIX mounting,
fasten the Top-Tether strap to the
Top-Tether fastening eyes. The strap
must run between the two guide rods
of the head restraint.
ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
marked in the table by IUF 3 63.
Instruments and controls101
Illuminates red
Seat occupied and the seat belt is
unfastened.
Illuminates green
Seat occupied and the seat belt has
been fastened.
Illuminates grey
Seat not occupied.
Fastening the seat belt 3 55.
Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the airbag
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the
event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 54, 3 58.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 60.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
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Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 63
Child restraints.............................. 62
Child restraint systems ................62
Cigarette lighter ........................... 89
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............134
Clock............................................. 87
Colour-Info-Display .....................114
Control indicators........................ 100
Control of the vehicle .................148
Controls ........................................ 82
Convex shape .............................. 36
Coolant and antifreeze ...............262
Cruise control ....................106, 171
Cupholders .................................. 67
Curtain airbag system .................. 60
Curve lighting.............................. 125
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............125
Declaration of conformity ............312
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......221
Diesel particle filter .............104, 156
Door open .................................. 107
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........171
Driver Information Centre ...........107Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 209
Driving hints ................................ 148
Dual automatic climate control system ..................................... 140
E Electric adjustment ......................36
Electrical system......................... 232
Electric parking brake .................102
Electric parking brake fault .........102
Electronic driving programmes ..160
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control.......... 167
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........104
Electronic Stability Control off..... 104
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......214
Engine compartment fuse box ...234
Engine coolant ........................... 217
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 98
Engine data ............................... 269
Engine exhaust .......................... 156
Engine identification ...................265
Engine oil ................... 215, 262, 266
Engine oil pressure ....................105
Entry lighting .............................. 131
Event data recorders ..................312
Exit lighting ................................ 132Exterior care .............................. 257
Exterior light ............................... 105
Exterior lighting ....................13, 122
Exterior mirrors ............................. 36
F
Fault ........................................... 160
First aid ......................................... 79
First aid kit ................................... 79
Fixed air vents ........................... 146
Fog light ..................................... 106
Fog lights ................................... 227
Folding mirrors ............................. 37
Following distance ......................103
Following distance indication ......184
Forward collision alert................. 181
Front airbag system .....................58
Front fog lights ........................... 128
Front seats.................................... 47
Front storage ................................ 68
Front turn signal light ..................222
Fuel............................................. 202
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 208
Fuel for diesel engines ..............203
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......203
Fuel for petrol engines ...............202
Fuel gauge ................................... 97
Fuel selector ................................ 98
Fuses ......................................... 232