Driving and operating137
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
During an Autostop, the heating and
brake performance will be
maintained.
Caution
The steering assist can be
reduced during an Autostop.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled:
■ The stop-start system is not manually deactivated
■ the bonnet is fully closed
■ the driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened
■ the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition
■ the engine is warmed up
■ the engine coolant temperature is not too high
■ the engine exhaust temperature is not too high, e.g. after driving with
high engine load
■ the ambient temperature is above -5° C
■ the climate control system allows an Autostop
■ the brake vacuum is sufficient
■ the self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active
■ the vehicle was driven at least at walking speed since the last
AutostopOtherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited.
Certain settings of the climate control
system may inhibit an Autostop. See
Climate control chapter for more
details 3 126.
Immediately after motorway driving
an Autostop may be inhibited.
New vehicle running-in 3 134.
Battery discharge protection
To ensure reliable engine restarts,
several battery discharge protection
features are implemented as part of
the stop-start system.
Power saving measures
During an Autostop, several electrical
features, e.g. auxiliary electric heater
or rear window heating are disabled
or switched into a power saving
mode. The fan speed of the climate
control system is reduced to save
power.
138Driving and operating
Restart of the engine by the
driver Depress the clutch pedal to restart the
engine.
The engine start is indicated by the
needle at the idle speed position in
the tachometer.
If the selector lever is shifted out of
neutral before depressing the clutch
first, control indicator - illuminates
or is shown as a symbol in the Driver Information Centre.
Control indicator - 3 91.
Restart of the engine by the
stop-start system The selector lever has to be in neutral
to enable an automatic restart.
If one of the following conditions
occurs during an Autostop, the
engine will be restarted automatically by the stop-start system:
■ The stop-start system is manually deactivated
■ 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 the parking brake.
Activate the manual parking
brake without pressing the
release button. Apply as firmly
as possible on a downhill slope
or uphill slope. Depress foot
brake at the same time to
reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
approx. one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 91.
■ 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
204Vehicle careWheels and tyres
Wheels
On vehicles with Diesel engines no
steel rims and only special, for this
vehicle approved alloy wheels are
permitted.
Tyre condition, wheel condition
Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
Winter tyres Winter tyres improve driving safety attemperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 239.Use tyre size 225/55 R17 only as
winter tyres.
On vehicles with Diesel engines, no
steel rims and only special, vehicle-
approved alloy wheels are permitted.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.
Tyre designationsE.g. 235/55 R 17 99 V235=Tyre width, mm55=Cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), %R=Belt type: RadialRF=Type: RunFlat17=Wheel diameter, inches99=Load index e.g. 99 is
equivalent to 775 kgV=Speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q=up to 160 km/hS=up to 180 km/hT=up to 190 km/hH=up to 210 km/hV=up to 240 km/hW=up to 270 km/hDirectional tyres
Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
Tyre pressure Check the pressure of cold tyres atleast every 14 days and before any
long journey. Do not forget the spare
wheel. This also applies to vehicles
with tyre pressure monitoring system.
Unscrew the valve cap.
Tyre pressure 3 239.
224Vehicle care
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Remove dirt residues from smearing
wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.
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 damage
Rectify 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.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.Interior care
Interior and upholsteryOnly 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.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water
or interior cleaner.
Vehicle care225Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
Customer information243
JackTranslation of the original declaration
of conformity
Declaration of conformity according
to EC Directive 2006/42/EC
We declare that the product:
Product designation: Jack
Type/GM part number: 13348505,
13504504
is in compliance with the provisions of
Directive 2006/42/EC.
Applied technical standards:GMN9737=JackingGM 14337=Standard
Equipment Jack –
Hardware TestsGMN5127=Vehicle Integrity –
Hoisting and
Service Station
JackingGMW15005=Standard
Equipment Jack
and Spare Tire,
Vehicle TestISO TS 16949=Quality
management
systems
The signatory is authorised to
compile the technical documentation.
Rüsselsheim, 31st January 2014
signed by
Hans-Peter Metzger
Engineering Group Manager Chassis & Structure
Adam Opel AG
D-65423 Rüsselsheim
Vehicle data recording
and privacy
Event data recorders The vehicle has a number of
sophisticated systems that monitor
and control several vehicle data.
Some data may be stored during
regular operation to facilitate repair of
detected malfunctions, other data is
stored only in a crash or near crash event by modules in your vehicle
systems that have an event data
recording function such as the airbag
control module.
The systems may record diagnostic
data about the condition of the vehicle
(e.g. oil level or vehicle mileage) and
information how it was operated (e.g. engine speed, brake application and
seat belt usage).
To read this data, special equipment
and access to the vehicle is required. Some diagnostic data is electronically
fed into Opel global systems when the vehicle is serviced in a workshop, in
order to document the service history
246IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 181
Active head restraints ...................47
Adaptive forward lighting ..........
.................................. 95, 114, 191
Adjustable air vents ...................131
Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- roll bars ..................................... 90
Airbag deactivation ................63, 90
Airbag label................................... 58 Airbag system .............................. 58
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 132
Air conditioning system .............. 124
Air intake .................................... 132
Air vents...................................... 131
Antilock brake system ................ 144
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......92
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Anti-theft locking system .............. 27
Appearance care ........................222
Armrest ......................................... 54
Armrest storage ........................... 72
Ashtrays ....................................... 85 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................31
Automatic light control ...............111
Automatic locking ........................24Automatic transmission .............141
Auxiliary heater ........................... 131
B Battery discharge protection ......121
Battery voltage ........................... 104 Bonnet ....................................... 183
Brake and clutch fluid .................227
Brake and clutch system .............91
Brake assist ............................... 147
Brake fluid .................................. 186
Brakes ............................... 144, 186
Breakdown.................................. 220
Bulb replacement ....................... 189
C
Capacities .................................. 238
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................140
Central locking system ................22
Centre console storage ...............72
Changing tyre and wheel size ...209
Charging system .......................... 91
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 64
Child restraint systems ................64
Cigarette lighter ........................... 85
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............123
249
Preheating ................................... 93
Puncture ..................................... 213
Q
Quickheat ................................... 131
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 244
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 120
Rear floor storage cover ..............75
Rear fog light ............................... 95
Rear fog lights ........................... 118
Rear storage ................................. 75
Rear view camera ...................... 166
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 227, 231
Refuelling ................................... 173 Retained power off .....................134
Reversing lights .........................119
Ride control systems ..................147
Rollover protection system ...........44
S Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 49
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................90
Seat belts ..................................... 55
Seat folding .................................. 51Seat position ................................ 48
Selector lever ............................. 141
Service ............................... 132, 226
Service display ............................ 87
Service information ....................226
Side airbag system ......................62
Side blind spot alert ....................164
Sidelights .................................... 110
Side turn signal lights ................195
Soft top ........................................ 35
Spare wheel ............................... 216
Speed limiter............................... 153
Speedometer ............................... 85
Starting and operating ................134
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................135
Steering ...................................... 133
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 78
Steering wheel controls ...............78
Stop-start system........................ 136
Storage ......................................... 70
Storage compartments .................70
Sunvisor lights ........................... 120
Sun visors .................................... 34
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 86
Tail lights ................................... 194
Three-point seat belt .................... 56Tools .......................................... 203
Top-tether fastening eyes ............69
Tow bar....................................... 175
Towing ................................ 175, 220
Towing another vehicle .............221
Towing equipment .....................176
Towing the vehicle .....................220
Traction Control system ............. 147
Traction Control system off........... 93
Traffic sign assistant ...................168
Trailer coupling ........................... 175
Trailer towing ............................. 176
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................141
Tread depth ............................... 208
Trip odometer .............................. 86
Turn and lane-change signals ...117
Turn signal ................................... 90
Tyre chains ................................ 210
Tyre designations ......................204
Tyre pressure ............................ 204
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 94, 205
Tyre pressures ........................... 239
Tyre repair kit ............................. 210
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 157
Upholstery .................................. 224