2015.5 VAUXHALL MERIVA airbag off

54Seats, restraints
If the control indicator V illuminates
for approx. 60 seconds after the
ignition is switched on, the front
passenger airbag system will inflate
in the event of a collision.
If both control indicators are
illuminated at the same time, there is
a system failure. The status of the
system is not discernible, therefore
no person is allowed to occupy the
front passenger seat. Contact a
workshop immediately.
Change status only when the vehicle
is stationary with the ignition off.
Status remains until the next change.
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation 3 95.Child restraints
Child restraint systems
We recommend the Vauxhall child
restraint system which is tailored
specifically to the vehicle.
When using the Vauxhall child
restraint system, move the rear
outboard seats into position 2 3 41.
We recommend fastening the Vauxhall child restraint system by using the following securing systems
in combination:ISOFIX

94Instruments and controls
Control indicators in the centreconsole
Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn
signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 176, Fuses
3 186.
Turn signals 3 120.
Seat belt reminder Seat belt reminder on frontseats X illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
After the ignition has been switched on until the seat belt has been
fastened.
Flashes
After having started the engine for a maximum of 100 seconds until the seat belt has been fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 45.
Seat belt status on rear seats
> or X in the Driver Information
Centre flashes or illuminates.Illuminates
After having started the engine for a
minimum of 35 seconds until the seat
belt has been fastened.
If an unfastened seat belt is fastened
whilst driving.
Flashes
After starting off when the seat belt is
unfastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 45.
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.

Instruments and controls959Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 44, 3 48.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 53.
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.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes 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 assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Additionally a warning message or a
warning code is displayed.
The vehicle needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 105.

Instruments and controls107
No.Vehicle message69Service suspension system70Service level control system71Service rear axle74Service AFL75Service air conditioning76Service side blind zone alert
system79Top up engine oil81Service transmission82Change engine oil soon83Service adaptive cruise control84Engine power is reduced89Service vehicle soon94Shift to park before exiting95Service airbag128Bonnet open134Park assist fault, clean bumperNo.Vehicle message136Service parking assist174Low vehicle battery258Park assist off
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ fluid levels
■ anti-theft alarm system
■ brakes
■ drive systems
■ ride control systems
■ cruise control
■ object detection systems
■ lighting, bulb replacement
■ wiper/washer system
■ doors, windows
■ radio remote control
■ seat belts
■ airbag systems
■ engine and transmission
■ tyre pressure
■ diesel particle filter

120LightingHazard warning flashers
Operated by pressing ¨.
In the event of an accident with airbag
deployment the hazard warning
flashers are activated automatically.
Turn and lane-change
signalslever up=right turn signallever down=left turn signal
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
For three flashes, e.g. when changing lanes, press the lever until resistance
is felt and then release.
With a trailer connected, turn signal
flashes six times when pressing the
lever until resistance is felt and then
releasing.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original
position.
Front fog lights
Operated by pressing >.
Light switch in position AUTO:
switching on front fog lights will switch the low beam on automatically.

122LightingInterior lightingInstrument panel
illumination control
Brightness of the following lights can
be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
■ instrument panel illumination
■ Info-Display
■ illuminated switches and operation elements
Turn thumb wheel A until the required
brightness is obtained.
On vehicles with light sensor the
brightness can only be adjusted when the exterior lights are on and the light
sensor detects night conditions.
Interior lights
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front and rear courtesy lights
automatically switch on and then off
after a delay.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Front courtesy lightOperate rocker switch:w=automatic switching on
and offpress u=onpress v=off
Rear courtesy lights
Illuminate in conjunction with the front
courtesy light depending on rocker
switch position.

140Driving and operating
■ The stop-start system is manuallydeactivated.
■ 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 climate control system requests an engine start.
■ The air conditioning is manually switched on.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
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.Parking9 Warning
■ Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface.
■ Always apply parking brake. Pull switch m for approx.
one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 96.
■ Switch off the engine.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector lever to position P before removing
the ignition key. On an uphill
slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position
P before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
■ Remove the ignition key. Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.
Lock the vehicle and activate the anti-
theft alarm system.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle
comes to a standstill within a certain
time.

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Child restraint systems ................54
Cigarette lighter ........................... 89
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control, service ..............133
Climate control systems .............125
Clock............................................. 86
Code ........................................... 105
Control indicators.......................... 92
Control of the vehicle .................135
Controls ........................................ 82
Controls in steering wheel ............82
Convex shape .............................. 29
Coolant ....................................... 171
Coolant and antifreeze ...............218
Coolant temperature gauge ..........91
Coupling ball bar ........................164
Cruise control ...................... 99, 150
Cupholders .................................. 61
Curtain airbag system .................. 52
Curve lighting.............................. 119
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running light ..................117
Daytime running lights ...............119
Declaration of conformity ............236
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......176
Diesel particle filter ....................141
Door open .................................... 99Doors............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........150
Driver Information Centre ...........100
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 163
Driving hints ................................ 135
E Electric adjustment ......................29
Electrical system......................... 186
Electric parking brake ...........96, 147
Electric parking brake fault ...........96
Electronic climate control system 128
Electronic driving programmes ..144
Electronic Stability Control.......... 149
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........97
Electronic Stability Control off ...... 97
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......169
Engine compartment fuse box ...187
Engine coolant ........................... 171
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 91
Engine data ............................... 225
Engine exhaust .......................... 141
Engine identification ...................221
Engine oil ................... 170, 218, 222
Engine oil pressure ......................98
Entry lighting .............................. 123
Event data recorders ..................237Exhaust gases ............................ 141
Exit lighting ................................ 123
Exterior care .............................. 214
Exterior light ................................. 99
Exterior lighting ....................12, 116
Exterior mirrors ............................. 29
F
Fault ........................................... 144
First aid ......................................... 79
First aid kit ................................... 79
Fixed air vents ........................... 133
Flex-Fix system ............................ 64
Fog light ....................................... 99
Fog lights .................... 120, 121, 180
Folding mirrors ............................. 29
Folding tray .................................. 78
Front airbag system .....................51
Front fog lights ........................... 120
Front seats.................................... 36
Front storage ............................... 63
Front turn signal light ..................176
Front turn signal lights ...............181
Fuel............................................. 156
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 162
Fuel for diesel engines ..............156
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......157
Fuel for petrol engines ...............156
Fuel gauge ................................... 90