Vehicle care173
Jump starting procedure
Depending on model, the jump start
terminal may be located at the left-
hand or right-hand side of the engine
compartment.
Lead connection order:
1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the jump start terminal of
the vehicle with the discharged
vehicle battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the boosterbattery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as
far away from the discharged
vehicle battery as possible,
however at least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
1 minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.
4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.
174Vehicle careTowing
Towing the vehicle The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 158.
Disengage the cover using a suitable
tool and remove.
Screw the towing eye clockwise into
the front towing point and tighten fully using the wheel wrench.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the towing eye, never to the
bumper or front suspension units.
Caution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Switch off the air suspension system 3 114.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Vehicles with manual
transmission automated: If neutral cannot be selected, the vehiclemust only be towed with the drive
wheels raised off the ground.
The vehicle should always be
towed with the ignition switched
off.
Manual transmission automated
3 118.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust fumes
from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation system 3 97 and
close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and refit the cover.
Vehicle care175Towing another vehicle
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the rear towing eye, never to
the rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
Appearance care
Exterior care
Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock
function. After using a de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing. Restrictions for
filmed or matt painted body parts or
decor tapes, see "Polishing and
waxing".Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.
If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wipers
must be switched off. Remove
antenna and external accessories
such as roof racks etc..
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
182Technical dataIdentification plate
The identification plate is located on
the right hand door pillar.
Information on identification plate 1)
:
1=Vehicle identification number2=Permissible gross vehicle
weight rating in kg3=Permissible gross train weight
in kg4=Maximum permissible front axle load in kg5=Maximum permissible rear axle
load in kg6=Trim code7=Technical specifications of
vehicle, including: Vehicle paint
code, equipment level and
vehicle type8=Additional equipment
specification9=Fabrication number10=Interior trim code
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
Engine identifier code and engine number Stamped on the engine cylinder block
and on a label attached to the timing
chain cover, depending on variant.
1) The identification plate on your vehicle may differ from the illustration shown.
204Customer information
■ Vehicle reactions in particulardriving situations (e.g. inflation of
an airbag, activation of the stability
regulation system)
■ Environmental conditions (e.g. temperature)
These data are exclusively technical
and help identifying and correcting
errors as well as optimizing vehicle
functions.
Motion profiles indicating travelled
routes cannot be created with these
data.
If services are used (e.g. repair
works, service processes, warranty
cases, quality assurance),
employees of the service network
(manufacturer included) are able to
read out this technical information
from the event and error data storage
modules applying special diagnostic
devices. If required, you will receive
further information at these
workshops. After an error has been
corrected, the data are deleted from
the error storage module or they are
constantly overwritten.When using the vehicle, situations
may occur in which these technical
data related to other information
(accident report, damages on the
vehicle, witness statements etc.) may be associated with a specific person -
possibly, with the assistance of an
expert.
Additional functions contractually
agreed upon with the client (e.g.
vehicle location in emergency cases)
allow the transmission of particular vehicle data from the vehicle.Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) RFID technology is used in somevehicles for functions such as tyre
pressure monitoring and ignition
system security. It is also used in
connection with conveniences such
as radio remote controls for door
locking/unlocking and starting, and in-
vehicle transmitters for garage door
openers. RFID technology in
Vauxhall vehicles does not use or
record personal information or link with any other Vauxhall system
containing personal information.
206IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 138
Adaptive forward lighting .....91, 150
Adjustable air vents ...................106
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........79
Airbag deactivation ................51, 79
Airbag label................................... 46 Airbag system .............................. 46
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 107
Air conditioning system ................ 97
Air intake .................................... 107
Air suspension ........................... 114
Air suspension system................ 174
Air vents...................................... 106
Antifreeze ................................... 142
Antilock brake system ................ 121
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......81
Anti-theft alarm system ................28
Anti-theft bolts............................. 167
Anti-theft locking system .............. 28
Anti-theft security lock ..................19
Appearance care ........................175
Armrest ........................................ 41
Ashtrays ....................................... 73
Automatic light control .................89
Automatic locking ...................20, 24Autostop..................................... 110
Auxiliary heater ........................... 102
B Battery discharge protection ........95
Battery, jump starting.................. 171
Belts.............................................. 44
Bonnet ....................................... 140
Brake assist ............................... 123
Brake fluid .......................... 144, 179
Brakes ............................... 121, 144
Brake system ............................... 81
Breakdown.................................. 174
Bulb replacement ....................... 147
C Capacities .................................. 200
Cargo management system ........64
Car Pass ...................................... 18
Catalytic converter .....................116
Central locking system ................20
Centre high-mounted brake light 153
Changing tyre and wheel size ...163
Charging system .......................... 80
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 54
Child restraints.............................. 52
Child restraint systems ................52
Cigarette lighter ........................... 73
207
Cleaning the vehicle...................175
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems ...............96
Clock ............................................ 72
Control indicators.......................... 77
Control of the vehicle .................108
Controls ........................................ 69
Convex shape .............................. 30
Coolant ....................................... 142
Coolant and antifreeze ...............179
Coolant heater ............................ 102
Cornering light ......................91, 150
Coupling ball bar ........................135
Cruise control ...................... 84, 126
Cupholders .................................. 62
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights .................90
Declaration of conformity ............203
Demisting and defrosting ..............14
Diesel fuel ................................... 132
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 146
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......146
Diesel particle filter ....................116
Door locks..................................... 19
Door open .................................... 84
Doors ............................................ 24
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........116Driver assistance systems ..........126
Driver Information Centre .............84
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 134
Driving economically................... 108
Driving hints ................................ 108
E ECO mode .................................. 108
Electric adjustment ......................31
Electrical system......................... 155
Electronic climate control system 98
Electronic driving programmes ..120
Electronic Stability Program .....
.................................. 81, 125, 136
Electronic Stability Program off ...82
Emergency exit ............................. 35
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......139
Engine compartment fuse box ...156
Engine coolant ........................... 142
Engine coolant temperature ........82
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 75
Engine data ............................... 185
Engine exhaust .......................... 116
Engine identification ...........182, 183
Engine oil ................... 140, 179, 184
Engine oil additives ....................179
Engine oil level monitor ................76
Engine oil pressure ......................82Engine oil viscosity grades .........179
Enhanced Traction function 124, 125
Event data recorders ..................203
Exhaust gases ............................ 116
Exit lighting .................................. 95
Exterior care .............................. 175
Exterior light ................................. 83
Exterior lighting ......................12, 89
Exterior mirrors ............................. 30
F
Fault ........................................... 121
Fire extinguisher ..........................66
First aid ......................................... 66
First aid kit ................................... 66
Fixed air vents ........................... 107
Fog light ....................................... 84
Fog lights .............................. 92, 150
Folding mirrors ............................. 31
Front airbag system .....................50
Front fog lights ........................ 89, 92
Front seats.................................... 37
Front storage ............................... 62
Front turn signal lights ...............150
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 134
Fuel for diesel engines ..............132
Fuel gauge ................................... 75 Fuse box ............................. 156, 157
Fuses ......................................... 155
208
GGauges ......................................... 74
General information ...................134
Glass panel .................................. 35
Glovebox ..................................... 62
Glovebox cooler ......................... 107
Ground clearance .......................114
H Hand brake - see Parking brake. 122
Hazard warning flashers ..............91
Headlight flash ............................. 90
Headlight range adjustment ........90
Headlights ...................... 89, 90, 147
Headlights when driving abroad ..90
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 36
Heated exterior mirrors .................14
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ...............14, 34
Heating ........................................ 41
Heating and ventilation system ...96
High beam ............................. 84, 90
Hill start assist ........................... 123
Horn ....................................... 13, 70
Hub cap hook ............................. 158
I
Identification plate .....................182
Idle speed control .......................111Ignition switch positions .............110
Immobiliser .................................. 30
Indicators ...................................... 74
Information displays...................... 84
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument cluster ........................74
Instrument panel fuse box .........157
Instrument panel illumination .....155
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage .............61
Interior care ............................... 177
Interior lighting .............................. 93
Interior lights ........................ 93, 154
Interior mirrors .............................. 32
Interruption of power supply ......121
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....60
J Jack ............................................ 158
Jump starting ............................. 171
K Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 64
Light covers, misted...................... 92
Lighting ......................................... 89Lighting features........................... 95
Light switch .................................. 89
Load compartment........................ 20
Load compartment lighting ...........93
Loading information .....................68
Low fuel ....................................... 83
M Malfunction indicator light ............80
Manual adjustment ......................30
Manual anti-dazzle ......................32
Manual door locks ........................20
Manual mode ............................. 120
Manual transmission............. 15, 117 Manual transmission automated ......................... 15, 118
Manual windows ..........................33
Messages ..................................... 85
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8 Mirrors .................................... 30, 32
Misted light covers .......................92
N New vehicle running-in ..............109
Number plate light .....................153
O
Object detection systems ...........130
Octane rating .............................. 185
Odometer ..................................... 74