2015.5 VAUXHALL MERIVA brake fluid

16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 145.
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<=higher gear]=lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 142.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 194,
3 233.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 170.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 29, 3 36,
3 45.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.

96Instruments and controlsBrake and clutch system
Brake and clutch fluid level R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low 3 173.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Operate pedal
- illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Brake pedal needs to be depressed
to release the electric parking brake
3 147.
Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
to start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 138.
Flashes
Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
for a main start of the engine 3 16,
3 136.
Electric parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates Electrical parking brake is applied3 147.
Flashes
Electrical parking brake is not fully applied or released. Switch on
ignition, depress brake pedal and attempt to reset the system by first
releasing and then applying the
electrical parking brake. If m remains
flashing, do not drive and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Electric parking brake fault j illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Electrical parking brake is operating
with degraded performance 3 147.Flashes
Electrical parking brake is in service
mode. Stop vehicle, apply and
release the electrical parking brake to
reset.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Antilock brake system
(ABS) u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 146.

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

168Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................168
Vehicle checks ........................... 169
Bulb replacement .......................176
Electrical system ........................186
Vehicle tools .............................. 192
Wheels and tyres .......................193
Jump starting ............................. 210
Towing ....................................... 212
Appearance care .......................214General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
■ Fill up fuel tank completely.
■ Change the engine oil.
■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first orreverse gear or set selector lever to P . Prevent the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply the parking brake.

Vehicle care173Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Brakes
In the event of minimum thickness ofthe brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
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 fluid9 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 the 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 the vehicle.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 218.

Service and maintenance219
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 222.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 222.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.Coolant and antifreeze
Use only organic acid type-long life
coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for
the vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant provides frost protection down to
approx. -37°C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified
interval.

240IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 168
Active head restraints ..................35
Adaptive brake light ....................146
Adaptive forward lighting ..........
.................................. 99, 119, 179
Adjustable air vents ...................132
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........94
Airbag deactivation ................53, 95
Airbag label................................... 48 Airbag system .............................. 48
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 133
Air conditioning system .............. 126
Air intake .................................... 133
Air vents...................................... 132
Alert ............................................ 108
Antifreeze ................................... 171
Antilock brake system ................ 146
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......96
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Anti-theft locking system .............. 27 Appearance care ........................214
Armrest ................................... 39, 42
Armrest storage ........................... 63
Ashtrays ....................................... 89
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............117Automatic locking ..................24, 99
Automatic transmission .............142
Auxiliary heater .......................... 132
B Battery discharge protection ......124
Battery voltage ........................... 108
Belts.............................................. 44 Bicycle rack .................................. 64
Bonnet ....................................... 170
Brake and clutch fluid .................218
Brake and clutch system .............96
Brake assist ............................... 148
Brake fluid .................................. 173
Brakes ............................... 146, 173
Breakdown.................................. 212
Bulb replacement ....................... 176
C Capacities .................................. 232
Car Pass ...................................... 19
Catalytic converter .....................142
Central locking system ................21
Centre console lighting ..............123
Changing tyre and wheel size ...198
Charging system .......................... 95
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 57
Child restraints.............................. 54

243
Oil............................................... 170
Oil, engine .......................... 218, 222
Oil pressure .................................. 98
Operate pedal ............................... 96
Outside temperature ....................86
Overrun cut-off ........................... 137
P Parking ................................ 17, 140
Parking assist ............................ 152
Parking brake ............................ 147
Parking lights ............................. 121
Particulate filter ........................... 141
Performance .............................. 228
Performing work ........................169
Personalisation ........................... 112
Pollen filter ................................. 133
Power outlets ............................... 88
Power steering fluid ....................172
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................... 97
Puncture ..................................... 204
Q
Quickheat ................................... 132
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 238
Radio remote control ...................20Reading lights ............................ 123
Rear carrier system ......................64
Rear doors ................................... 25
Rear floor storage cover ..............76
Rear fog light ............................... 99
Rear fog lights ........................... 121
Rear seats .................................... 41
Rear storage ................................. 75
Rear view camera ...................... 154
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 85
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 218, 222
Reduced engine power ...............99
Refuelling ................................... 159 Remote control ............................. 20
Retained power off .....................136
Reversing lights .........................121
Ride control systems ..................149
Roof .............................................. 33
Roof load ...................................... 80
Roof rack ..................................... 79
S
Safety belts ................................... 44
Safety net .................................... 77
Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 36
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................94
Seat belts ..................................... 44
Seat heating ................................. 40Seat position ................................ 36
Selector lever ............................. 143
Service ............................... 133, 217
Service display ............................ 91
Service information ....................217
Service vehicle soon .................... 95
Side airbag system ......................52
Sidelights .................................... 116
Side turn signal lights ................184
Spare wheel ............................... 208
Speedometer ............................... 89
Starting and operating ................136
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................136
Steering ...................................... 135
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 82
Steering wheel controls ...............82
Steering wheel, heated .................83
Stop-start system........................ 138
Storage ......................................... 61
Storage compartments .................61
Sunvisor lights ........................... 123
Sun visors .................................... 33
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 90
Tailgate ......................................... 26
Tail lights ................................... 182
Technical data ............................ 225