2015 OPEL KARL air condition

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22 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Key with fixed key section
Have the battery replaced by a
workshop.
Radio remote control
synchronisation
After replacing the battery, unlock
the door with the key in the driver's
door lock. The radio remote control
will be synchronised when the
ignition is switched on.
Memorised Settings
Whenever the key is removed from
the ignition switch, the following
settings are automatically
memorised by the key:
.lighting
. infotainment system
. central locking system
. comfort settings
The saved settings are
automatically used the next time the
memorised key is inserted into the
ignition switch and turned to position
1
0Ignition Positions 0135.
A precondition is that
Personalisation by driver is
activated in the personal settings of
the Graphic-Info-Display. This must be set for each key used.
On vehicles equipped with
Colour-Info-Display, the
personalisation is permanently
activated.
Vehicle personalisation
0Vehicle
Personalisation 082.
Central Locking System
Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment.
Note
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.

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Lighting 89
Reversing Lamps
The reversing light comes on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is
selected.
Misted Lamp Covers
The inside of the light housing may
mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold
weather conditions, in heavy rain or
after washing. The mist disappears
quickly by itself; to help switch on
the exterior lights.
Interior Lighting
Instrument 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
Duntil 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 Lamps
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front courtesy lights
automatically switch on and then off
after a delay.
Note
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.

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Infotainment System 99
In Radio modes, changes
broadcast frequencies
saved to Presets.
. When buttons are turned
and held.
In Radio modes,
automatically searches
broadcast frequencies.
. Press the button to change
the audio source.
3. +
x- (volume)
. Press the buttons to
increase or decrease the
volume.
. Press and hold the buttons
to quickly increase or
decrease the volume.
Operation
Buttons and controlling device
the Infotainment system is operated
by using the function buttons,
multifunctional dial, and the menu
indicated on the screen display. the buttons and control devices
used in the system are the
following:
.
the Infotainment system buttons
and dials
. the Steering wheel audio remote
control buttons
System on/off
PressPto turn the power on.
When the power is off, pressing
P
will turn the power on and play a
radio broadcast. Automatically turn power on
.
When the external source is
connected in the power off
mode, system will turn power on
and play.
If this connection is removed,
system will automatically turn
power off.
. When a call is received or
initiated, the power is turned on
and the action is carried out.
If this action is ended, system
will automatically turn power off.
. When pressing an HVAC
(Heating,Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning) related button,
system will turn power on and
operate this action.
If no action is taken within
5 seconds, the system will
automatically turn power off.

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Infotainment System 117
calls with Bluetooth®mobile
phones through the multimedia
system.
Before connecting the
Bluetooth unit
. Before connecting the head unit
with the mobile phone, check to
see that the mobile phone
supports Bluetooth features.
. Even if the phone supports
Bluetooth Wireless Technology,
the phone will not be found in a
search" if the phone has been
set to hidden mode or if the
Bluetooth power is turned off.
. Disable the hidden mode or turn
on the Bluetooth power prior to
searching or connecting with the
head unit.
. If Auto Connection is used, the
Bluetooth phone automatically
connects to the system when the
ignition is turned on.
. If you do not want automatic
connection with your Bluetooth
device, turn the Bluetooth
feature off on the Bluetooth
device. .
Park the vehicle when
connecting the unit with the
mobile phone.
. Bluetooth connection may be
intermittently disconnected
depending on the phone. Follow
these steps to try again.
‐Turn the Bluetooth
®function
within the mobile phone OFF/
ON and try again.
‐ Turn the mobile phone power
OFF/ON and try again.
‐ Completely remove the mobile
phone battery, reboot, and try
again.
‐ Reboot this unit and try again.
‐ Delete all paired devices, pair
and try again.
. The hands-free call volume and
quality may differ depending on
the mobile phone.
. Pairing Bluetooth devices and
the use of Bluetooth features are
not supported when the vehicle
is in motion. Please park your
vehicle first. .
The process of downloading
contacts may differ depending
on the mobile phone.
In case of events not described
within this manual, see the
mobile phone manufacturer's
user guide.
. As a Bluetooth wireless
connection can have a range of
up to 10 meters, your Bluetooth
device may automatically
connect to the system even if
the device is not inside the
vehicle. Please consider this,
especially when pairing or
connecting Bluetooth devices to
the Infotainment system when
other Bluetooth devices may be
within range.
. This unit uses the latest Digital
Noise & Echo suppression
system to provide the best
sound clarity with little or no
distortion, but under some
conditions there may still be
some echo and noise
experienced within the vehicle.

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Climate Controls 125
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Heating and VentilationSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . 126
Electronic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Air Vents
Adjustable Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . 131
Fixed Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Air Conditioning Regular Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Climate Control
Systems
Heating and Ventilation
System
Controls for:
. temperature
. air distribution
. fan speed
. demisting and defrosting
. air recirculation .
heated rear window
0Heated
Rear Window 030
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by turning
the knob.
Red: Warm
Blue: Cold
Heating will not be fully effective
until the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distribution
E: To head area via adjustable air
vents.
): To head area and foot well.
[:To foot well, with a small
amount of the air being directed to
windscreen, front door windows and
side air vents.
-: To windscreen and foot well,
with a small amount of the air being
directed to front door windows and
side air vents.
0: To windscreen and front door
windows, with a small amount of the
air being directed to side air vents.

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126 Climate Controls
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the
fan to the desired speed.
Demisting and defrosting
.Turn the air distribution knob to
DEFROST
0.
. Set temperature control to
warmest level.
. Adjust the fan control knob to
highest speed for quick
defrosting.
. Switch on heated rear window
R
1.
. Open side air vents as required
and direct them towards the door
windows.
Note
If the settings for demisting and
defrosting are selected, an Autostop
will be inhibited.
If the settings for demisting and
defrosting are selected while the
engine is in an Autostop, the engine
will restart automatically. Note
If mode knob is set on Defrost mode
0, A/C operates and Recirculation
mode will be fixed to outside air
mode regardless of indicator status.
Stop-start system
0Automatic
Engine Start/Stop Feature 0137.
Air Conditioning System
The air conditioning system has
controls for :
AC : Cooling
W:Air recirculation
Cooling
Press A/Cto switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button. Cooling is only functional
when the engine is running and
climate control fan is switched on.
Press A/Cagain 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.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch off the cooling system for fuel
saving reasons. Activated cooling
might inhibit Autostops.
Air recirculation system
The air recirculation mode is
operated with
W. An indicator
light comes on to show that the
recirculation is on.
Press
Wagain to deactivate
recirculation mode.

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{Warning
Periodically turn to the outside air
mode for fresh air. 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. 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 might
mist up from outside, when cold air
is directed to it. If windscreen mists
up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and
deactivate
0.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that hot
air can disperse quickly.
. Switch on cooling A/C. .
Switch on air recirculation
system
W.
. Press air distribution switch
E.
. Set temperature control to
coldest level.
. Set fan speed to highest level.
. Open all vents.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
.
Turn the air distribution knob to
DEFROST
0.
. Set temperature control to
warmest level.
. Adjust the fan control knob to
highest speed for quick
defrosting.
. Switch on heated rear window
R
1.
. Open side air vents as required
and direct them towards the door
windows. Note
If
1is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be
inhibited until
1is pressed again.
If
1is pressed while the engine is
in an Autostop, the engine will
restart automatically.
Note
If mode knob is set on Defrost mode
1, A/C operates and Recirculation
mode will be fixed to outside air
mode regardless of indicator status.
Stop-start system
0Automatic
Engine Start/Stop Feature 0137.

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128 Climate Controls
Electronic Climate
Control System
Controls for:
.temperature
. air distribution
. fan speed
. automatic mode
. air recirculation
. demisting and Defrosting
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by turning
the knob. Red :
Warm
Blue : Cold
Heating will not be fully effective
until the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distribution
E: To head area via adjustable air
vents.
): To head area and foot well.
[:To foot well, with a small
amount of the air being directed to
windscreen, front door windows and
side air vents.
-: To windscreen and foot well,
with a small amount of the air being
directed to front door windows and
side air vents.
0: To windscreen and front door
windows, with a small amount of the
air being directed to side air vents.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by dial knob the
fan to the desired speed.
In order to turn off or on, press
P
or adjust blower knob.
Automatic mode
The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, and recirculation in
order to heat or cool the vehicle to
the desired temperature. When the
AUTO indicator light is on, the
system is in full automatic operation.
If the air delivery mode, fan speed,
recirculation, or air conditioning
setting is adjusted, the AUTO
indicator turns off. To improve fuel
efficiency and to cool the vehicle
faster, recirculation may be
automatically selected in warm
weather. The recirculation light will
not come on. Press
Wto select
recirculation; press it again to select
outside air. To turn off the system,
press power
P.
Basic setting for maximum comfort:
. Press AUTO.
. Open all air vents to allow
optimised air distribution in
automatic mode.