2015.5 VAUXHALL ADAM instrument panel

Lighting109
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Dome light Spotlight incorporated in the interior
lighting comes on when headlights
are switched on.
Dome light illuminates gear shifting
console indirectly.
Ambient light Ambient light consists of indirect
lights in the doors, in the instrument
panel below the heating and
ventilation unit and in the passenger
foot well. 8 colours can be selected by
a button in the roof console.
Operate button with ignition switched
on:
m one brief
press=on or offS repeated
brief presses=colours change in
stepsS long press=colours change
continuously
Ambient light can be dimmed with the thumb wheel A together with the
instrument panel illumination 3 108.
The selected colour remains the next time the ignition is switched on.
Ambient light comes on automaticallywhen switching off ignition and
extinguishes after opening a door.
Pressing button m after switching off
ignition; ambient light remains on for 60 minutes.
Starlight panelStarlight panel consists of approx.64 LEDs. The intensity can be
dimmed with a button in the roof
console.

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Operate button with ignition switched
on:m one brief
press=on or offT repeated
brief presses=dimming
stepwiseT long press=dimming
continuously
The selected intensity remains the next time the ignition is switched on.
Starlight comes on automatically
when switching off ignition and
extinguishes after opening a door.
Pressing button m after switching off
ignition; starlight remains on for
60 minutes.
Lighting features
Entry lighting
Welcome lighting
The following lights are switched on
for a short time by unlocking the
vehicle with the radio remote control:
■ headlights
■ tail lights
■ number plate lights
■ instrument panel light
■ interior lights
Some functions are only operable
when it is dark outside to facilitate locating the vehicle.
The lighting switches off immediately
when the ignition key is turned to
position 1 3 123.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the
Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 100.
The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 22.The following lights will additionally
switch on when the driver's door is
opened:
■ all switches
■ Driver Information Centre
■ ambient light
■ starlight panel
Exit lighting The following lights switch on if the
key is removed from the ignition
switch:
■ interior lights
■ instrument panel light (only when it is dark)
■ ambient light
■ starlight panel
They will switch off automatically after
a delay and will be activated again if
the driver's door is opened.
Path lighting Headlights, tail lights and number
plate lights illuminate the surrounding area for an adjustable time after
leaving the vehicle.

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4. Pull bulb from bulb holder andreplace it.
5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise.
6. Insert lamp into bumper and allow
it to engage.
Interior lights Courtesy light, reading lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Load compartment light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Dome light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Ambient light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Starlight panelHave bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Instrument panel
illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.Electrical system
Fuses
Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse.
There are two fuse boxes in the
vehicle:
■ in the front left of the engine compartment,
■ in left-hand drive vehicles behind the light switch, or, in right-hand
drive vehicles, behind the
glovebox.
Before replacing a fuse, turn off the
respective switch and the ignition.There are different kinds of fuses in
the vehicle.
Depending on the type of fuse, a
blown fuse can be recognized by its
melted wire. Do not replace the fuse until the cause of the fault has been
remedied.
Some functions are protected by
several fuses.
Fuses may also be inserted without existence of a function.
Fuse extractor A fuse extractor may be located in the fuse box in the engine compartment.

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No.Circuit1ABS pump2Front wiper3Blower4Instrument panel5–6–7Electrical vacuum pump8Cooling fan low9Cooling fan high10Cooling fan/Electrical vacuum
pump11Starter
After having changed defective fuses
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box
The fuse box is located behind a
cover in the glovebox. Open the
glovebox, then open the cover and
fold it down.

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No.Circuit1–2–3Power windows4Voltage transformer5Body control module 16Body control module 27Body control module 38Body control module 49Body control module 510Body control module 611Body control module 712Body control module 813–14Tailgate15Diagnostic connector16Data link connection17IgnitionNo.Circuit18Air conditioning system19Audio amplifier20Parking assist21Brake switch22Audio system23Display24–25Onstar26Instrument panel27Seat heating, driver28–29–30Instrument panel31Horn32Seat heating, passenger33Heated steering wheel34–

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Glass panel
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the glass panel.
Wheels and tyres Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage with
a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody
Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Rear carrier system
Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.

210Technical dataTechnical dataVehicle identification..................210
Vehicle data ............................... 212Vehicle identification
Vehicle Identification
Number
The Vehicle Identification Number is
stamped on the identification plate
and on the floor pan, under the floor
covering, visible under a cover.
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be embossed on the instrument
panel visible through the windscreen, or in the engine compartment on theright body panel.

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I
Identification plate .....................211
Ignition switch positions .............123
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 89
Indicators ...................................... 80
Information displays...................... 90
Instrument cluster ........................80
Instrument panel fuse box .........177
Instrument panel illumination .....174
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 108
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 205
Interior lighting ............................ 108
Interior lights ...................... 108, 174
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....52
J Jump starting ............................. 199
K Key, memorised settings ..............22
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L Lashing eyes ............................... 68
Light switch ................................ 104Load compartment ................25, 64
Load compartment cover .............66
Loading information .....................70
Low fuel ....................................... 89
M
Malfunction indicator light ............86
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 131
Manual transmission .................. 128
Manual transmission automated 129
Memorised settings ......................22
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................108
N
New vehicle running-in ..............122
Number plate light .....................173
O Object detection systems ...........141
Odometer ..................................... 80
Oil, engine .......................... 208, 212
Operate pedal ............................... 87
Outside temperature ....................76
Overrun cut-off ........................... 124
P Parking ................................ 18, 126
Parking assist ............................ 141Parking brake ............................ 133
Parking lights ............................. 107
Performance .............................. 217
Performing work ........................159
Pollen filter ................................. 120
Power outlets ............................... 79
Power steering.............................. 88
Power windows ............................ 29
Puncture ..................................... 191
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 224
Radio remote control ...................21
Rear carrier system ......................55
Rear floor storage cover ..............67
Rear fog light ............................... 89
Rear fog lights ........................... 107
Rear storage ................................. 65
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 75
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 208, 212
Refuelling ................................... 153
Retained power off .....................123
Reversing lights .........................108
Ride control systems ..................134
Roof load ...................................... 70
Roof rack ..................................... 70