2015.5 VAUXHALL CASCADA window

102Instruments and controlsVehicle messagesMessages are indicated in the Driver
Information Centre (DIC), in some
cases together with a warning and
signal sound.
Press the SET/CLR button, the
MENU button or turn the adjuster
wheel to confirm a message.
Messages in the Driver
Information Centre (DIC)
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ service messages
■ fluid levels
■ anti-theft alarm system
■ brakes
■ ride control systems
■ driver assistance systems
■ cruise control
■ speed limiter
■ forward collision alert
■ parking assist systems
■ lighting, bulb replacement
■ wiper/washer system
■ doors, windows
■ soft top
■ load compartment, boot lid
■ side blind spot alert
■ traffic sign assistant
■ lane departure warning
■ radio remote control
■ seat belts
■ airbag systems
■ engine and transmission
■ tyre pressure
■ diesel particle filter
■ vehicle battery status
■ selective catalytic reduction, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), AdBlue
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Messages in the
Colour-Info-Display Some important messages may
appear additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. Some messages only pop
up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or
whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a door or the boot lid is not fully closed when starting off.
■ If the soft top is not completely opened or closed.
■ If the soft top lid is not completely closed.■ If the load compartment partition isfolded in when operating the soft
top.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded when
operating the soft top.
■ If a programmed speed or speed limit is exceeded.
■ If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre
(DIC).
■ If the parking assist detects an object.
■ If unintended lane change occurs.
■ If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling level.
■ If AdBlue needs to be refilled.
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.During an Autostop ■ If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC).
1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe ride, e.g.
seat heating, heated rear window
or other main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.
The warning message will disappear after the engine has been started
twice consecutively without a voltage
drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.

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■Sport steering : Steering support is
reduced.
■ Swap backlight colour main instr. :
Changes the instrument
illumination colour.
Languages
Selection of the desired language.
Time Date
See 'Clock' 3 81.
Radio settings
See Infotainment system manual for further information.
Phone settings
See Infotainment system manual for further information.Vehicle settings
■ Climate and air quality
Auto fan speed : Modifies the level
of the cabin airflow of the climate
control in automatic mode.
Climate control mode : Controls the
state of the cooling compressor
when the vehicle is started. Last
setting (recommended) or at
vehicle start is either always ON or
always OFF.
Auto rear demist : Activates heated
rear window automatically.
■ Comfort settings
Chime volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization by driver : Activates
or deactivates the personalisation
function.
■ Park assist / Collision detection
Park assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic sensors.
Activation is selectable with or
without attached trailer coupling.
Side blind zone alert : Changes the
settings for the side blind spot alert
system.

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Sport Mode Profile■ Engine Sport Performance :
Accelerator pedal and gear change
characteristics become more
responsive.
■ Sport Mode Back Lighting :
Changes the instrument
illumination colour.
■ Sport Suspension : Damping
becomes harder.
■ Sport Steering : Steering support is
reduced.
Languages
Selection of the desired language.
Time and Date
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.
Radio Settings
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.
Phone Settings
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.Navigation Settings
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.
Display Settings ■ Home Page Menu :
See Infotainment system manual
for further information.
■ Rear Camera Options :
Press to adjust the rear camera
options 3 168.
■ Display Off :
See Infotainment system manual
for further information.
■ Map Settings :
See Infotainment system manual
for further information.
Vehicle Settings ■ Climate and Air Quality
Auto Fan Speed : Modifies the level
of the cabin airflow of the climate
control in automatic mode.
Air Conditioning Mode : Controls the
state of the cooling compressor
when the vehicle is started. Last setting (recommended) or atvehicle start is either always ON or
always OFF.
Auto Rear Demist : Activates
heated rear window automatically.
■ Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
■ Collision Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic sensors.
Activation is selectable with or
without attached trailer coupling.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates or
deactivates the side blind spot alert
system.
■ Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activates or
deactivates the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the
duration of exit lighting.

120Lighting
■ door pocket lights
■ console lights
Activation, deactivation and duration
of this function can be changed in the
Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
3 104.
The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 22.
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)
■ door and console lights
■ puddle lights
They will switch off automatically after
a delay and will be activated again if
the driver's door is opened.
Headlights, tail lights and number
plate lights illuminate the surrounding area for an adjustable time after
leaving the vehicle.Path lighting
Headlights, tail lights and number
plate lights illuminate the surrounding
area for an adjustable time after
leaving the vehicle.
Activating
1. Switch off ignition
2. Remove ignition key
3. Open driver's door
4. Pull turn signal lever
5. Close driver's door
If the driver's door is not closed, the
lights switch off after two minutes.
Exit lighting is switched off
immediately if the turn signal lever is pulled while the driver's door is open.
Activation, deactivation and duration
of this function can be changed in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
3 104.
The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 22.
Battery discharge
protection
Vehicle battery state of charge
function
The function guarantees longest
vehicle battery life via a generator
with controllable power output and
optimised power distribution.
To prevent discharge of the vehicle
battery when driving, the following
systems are reduced automatically in two stages and finally switched off:
■ auxiliary heater
■ heated rear window and mirrors

122Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems ............. 122
Air vents ..................................... 130
Maintenance .............................. 131Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation
system
Controls for: ■ temperature
■ air distribution
■ fan speed
■ demisting and defrosting
Heated rear window Ü 3 34.
Temperature
red=warmblue=coldHeating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distributions=to windscreen and front door
windowsM=to head area via adjustable air
ventsK=to foot well
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan to the desired speed.

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Demisting and defrosting
■Press button V: fan automatically
switches to higher speed, the air distribution is directed towards the
windscreen.
■ Set temperature control to warmest
level.
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü.
■ Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards the door
windows.
Air conditioning system
In addition to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has controls for:
n=cooling4=air recirculation
Heated seats ß 3 53, Heated
steering wheel * 3 78.
Cooling n
Press button
n to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by illumination
of the LED in the button. Cooling is
only functional when the engine is
running and climate control fan is switched on.
Press button n again to switch off
cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
outside temperature is slightly above
the freezing point. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle.

124Climate control
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch off the cooling system for fuel
saving reasons. Activated cooling
may inhibit autostops.
Air recirculation system 4
Press button
4 to activate air
recirculation mode. Activation is
indicated by the LED in the button.
Press button 4 again to deactivate
air recirculation mode.
9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside, when cold air is
directed to it. If windscreen mists up
from outside, activate windscreen
wiper and deactivate s.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that hot
air can disperse quickly.
■ Switch on cooling n.
■ Air recirculation system 4 on.
■ Press air distribution switch M.
■ Set temperature control to coldest level.
■ Set fan speed to highest level.
■ Open all vents.