2014 VAUXHALL VIVARO charging

64Instruments and controlsPower outlets
12 V power outlets are located in theinstrument panel and in the rear of the
vehicle.
Connecting electrical accessories
while the engine is off will discharge
the vehicle battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of
120 watts. Do not connect any
current-delivering accessories, e.g.
electrical charging devices or
batteries.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Do not connect any current-delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries.
Caution
Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs.
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter is located in the
instrument panel.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.

Instruments and controls719Danger
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.
Airbag system 3 42, belt tensioners
3 39, airbag deactivation 3 47.
Charging system p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out 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. Power to
the brake servo unit may be cut. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Flashes when the engine isrunning
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the immediate assistance of a
workshop.
Service vehicle soon A illuminates in yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.May illuminate in combination with
another control indicator or a
message in the Driver Information
Centre. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Stop engine C illuminates in red.
Illuminates together with p, I , W or
R ; stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 121.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 102.

Vehicle care121Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Brakes
A squealing noise indicates that the
brake lining is at its minimum
thickness. Continued driving is
possible but have the brake lining
replaced as soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
When topping up, ensure maximum cleanliness as contamination of the
brake fluid can lead to brake system
malfunctions. Have the cause of the
loss of brake fluid remedied by a
workshop.
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for your vehicle.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 147.
Vehicle 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 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
4 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.

122Vehicle care
Battery access
The vehicle battery is located beneath the front left hand seat floor
panel 3 139.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ■ No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
■ Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
■ Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
■ The vehicle battery containssulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn injuries.
■ See the Owner's Manual for further
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.
Vehicle battery maintenance9 Danger
Ensure adequate ventilation when
charging the battery. There is a
risk of explosion if gases
generated during charging are
allowed to accumulate!
Replacing the vehicle battery
When the vehicle battery is being replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a
ventilation hole is open in this area, it
must be closed off with a dummy cap,
and the ventilation in the vicinity of the negative terminal must be opened.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Additional battery
Depending on the vehicle's auxiliary
equipment certain models may have
an additional battery located next to
the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel filter
Drain diesel fuel filter of residual
water at every engine oil change.

Vehicle care123
Place a container underneath the
filter housing. Loosen the knurled
screws on the filter cover and on the
lower part of the filter by approx. one
turn, to drain off the water.
The filter is drained as soon as diesel fuel emerges from the knurled screw
at the bottom. Retighten the two
screws.
Check diesel fuel filter at shorter
intervals if the vehicle is subjected to
extreme operating conditions.
Diesel fuel system
bleedingIf the fuel tank has been run dry, it will be necessary to air vent or bleed the
diesel fuel system.
Fill the tank with fuel and proceed as
follows:
1. Remove the protective cover from
the in-line supply pump.
2. Place a suitable container underneath the fuel filter vent
screw to collect fuel.
3. Loosen the vent screw (arrowed) by one turn.
4. Manually operate the in-line supply pump slowly and steadily
until fuel discharging from the
loosened vent screw is free of air
bubbles.
5. Retighten the vent screw.
6. Refit the protective cover to the in-
line supply pump.Wiper blade replacement
Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift wiper arm, press retaining clip
towards wiper arm and detach wiper
blade.
Wiper blade on the rear window Lift wiper arm, rotate wiper blade and
detach.

134Vehicle care9Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If the vehicle has a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear or reverse gear.
The tyre repair kit is located under the
front seat.
1. Remove the compressor from the
tyre repair kit.
2. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the
compartments on the underside
of the compressor.
3. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
4. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
5. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
6. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
7. The switch on the compressor must be set to O.
8. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the vehicle
battery, we recommend running
the engine.

166IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 115
Adjustable air vents .....................90
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........70
Airbag deactivation ................47, 70
Airbag system .............................. 42
Air conditioning regular operation 91
Air conditioning system ................ 85
Air intake ...................................... 91
Air vents........................................ 90
Alert .............................................. 75
Antifreeze ................................... 119
Antilock brake system ................ 101
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......72
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25 Appearance care ........................143
Armrest ........................................ 35
Ashtrays ....................................... 65 Automatic light control .................79
Automatic locking ........................23
Auxiliary heater ............................. 87
B Battery, jump starting.................. 139
Belts.............................................. 39
Bonnet ....................................... 116
Brake and clutch fluid .................147Brake assist ............................... 102
Brake fluid .................................. 121
Brakes ............................... 101, 121
Brake system ............................... 71
Breakdown.................................. 141
Bulb replacement ....................... 124
C Capacities .................................. 162
Car Pass ...................................... 18
Catalytic converter .......................96
Central locking system ................20
Centre high-mounted brake light 126
Changing tyre and wheel size ...133
Charging system .......................... 71
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraint systems ................48
Cigarette lighter ........................... 64
Cleaning the vehicle ...................143
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock ............................................ 63
Code ............................................. 75
Control indicators.......................... 68
Control of the vehicle ...................93
Controls ........................................ 60
Controls in steering wheel ............60
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant ....................................... 119