2014 VAUXHALL ANTARA alarm

126Driving and operating
If the selector lever is shifted out of
neutral before depressing the clutch
first, control indicator - illuminates.
Control indicator - 3 89.
Restart of the engine by the
stop-start system
The selector lever must be in neutral to enable an automatic restart.
If one of the following conditions occurs during an Autostop, the
engine will be restarted automatically
by the stop-start system.
■ The stop-start system is manually deactivated
■ the bonnet is opened
■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door is opened
■ the engine temperature is too low
■ the charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level
■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient
■ the vehicle is driven at least at walking speed
■ the defrosting function is activated■ the climate control system requests
an engine start
■ the air conditioning is manually switched on
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during restart might be noticeable.
Parking ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
■ Always apply the electrical parking brake.
Pull switch m.
For maximum force, e.g. parking
with a trailer or on inclines, pull
switch m twice.
■ Switch off the engine and turn the ignition key to position LOCK, push
key into ignition switch and remove.
Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.For vehicles with automatic
transmission, depress foot brake
and shift into P before pushing key
into ignition switch and removing.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear ormove the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, engage reverse gear or move the
selector lever to P before switching
off the ignition. Turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.
■ Lock the vehicle with button p on
the radio remote control 3 20 and
activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 24.

Vehicle care151
■ 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.

156Vehicle careCaution
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle.
Brake fluid 3 195.
Brake fluid level control indicator R
3 84.
Clutch fluid
9 Warning
Clutch fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
If the fluid in the reservoir falls below
the MIN mark, seek the assistance of
a workshop.
Clutch fluid 3 195.
Vehicle battery Vehicles without stop-start system
will be equipped with a lead acid
battery. Vehicles with stop-start
system will be equipped with an
AGM vehicle battery which is not a
lead acid battery.
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
6 weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
The anti-theft alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the ignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.

210IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 150
Accessory sockets ........................77
Active head restraints .............33, 34
Adjustable air vents ...................119
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........83
Airbag deactivation ......................48
Airbag label................................... 43 Airbag system .............................. 43
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 120
Air conditioning system .............. 115
Air intake .................................... 120
Air vents...................................... 119
All wheel drive .....................85, 133
Antilock brake system ................ 135
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......85
Anti-theft alarm system ..........24, 90
Anti-theft locking system .............. 23
Appearance care ........................190
Apply footbrake ............................ 89
Armrest ......................................... 39
Armrest storage ........................... 57
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................29
Automatic dimming ......................28
Automatic headlight levelling system ...................................... 89
Automatic level control .......106, 139Automatic light control ...............105
Automatic transmission ........84, 128
AUX input ..................................... 57
B Battery .......................................... 83
Battery discharge protection ......113
Battery, jump starting.................. 187
Belt pretensioners......................... 40
Belts.............................................. 40
Bicycle rack .................................. 57
Board-Info-Display .......................91
Bonnet ....................................... 152
Bonnet open ................................. 90
Brake and clutch fluid .................195
Brake assist ............................... 137
Brake fluid .................................. 155
Brakes ............................... 135, 155
Brake system ............................... 84
Breakdown.................................. 188
Bulb replacement ....................... 159
C Capacities .................................. 206
Card holder ................................... 56
Car Pass ...................................... 18
Catalytic converter ................84, 128
CD tray ......................................... 56
Central locking system ................20
Centre console storage ...............57