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If the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MIN mark consult a
workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of windscreen
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
A squealing noise indicates that the
brake lining is at its minimum
thickness. 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.
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The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MINI and MAXI 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 your vehicle.
Brake fluid 3 176.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle is equipped with a lead
acid battery. Vehicles with stop-start
system will be equipped with an
AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery
which is not a lead acid battery.
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
4 weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Replacing the vehicle battery
In vehicles with stop-start system, be
sure to have the AGM (Absorptive
Glass Mat) battery replaced with
another AGM battery.
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An AGM battery can be identified by
the label on the battery. We
recommend the use of an original
Opel battery.
Note
Using an AGM vehicle battery
different from the original Opel
vehicle battery may result in a lower performance of the stop-start
system.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 117.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed
14.6 volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the vehicle
battery might be damaged.
9 Danger
Ensure adequate ventilation when
charging the battery. There is a
risk of explosion if gases
generated during charging are
allowed to accumulate!
Jump starting 3 168.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ■ No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
■ Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
■ Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
■ The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn injuries.
■ See the Owner's Manual for further
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.
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146Vehicle careDiesel fuel filter
Drain diesel fuel filter of residual
water at every engine oil change.
Place a container underneath the
filter housing. Loosen the knurled
screw on the lower part of the filter by approx. one turn, to drain off the
water.
The filter is drained as soon as water-
free diesel fuel emerges. Retighten
the screw.
Check diesel fuel filter at shorter
intervals if the vehicle is subjected to
extreme operating conditions.
Diesel fuel system
bleeding
If the fuel tank has been run dry, it will
be necessary to air vent or bleed the
diesel fuel system.
Refuel then proceed as follows:
With ignition key ■ Switch on the ignition (key to position M) for 5 seconds at a time.
■ Switch off ignition (key to position A) for 3 seconds.
■ Repeat this process multiple times.
■ Start the engine (key to position D)
then switch off (key to position St).
Ignition switch positions 3 114.
With power button ■ Insert the electronic key in the card
reader.
■ Press the Start/Stop button without
pressing any of the pedals.
■ Wait a few minutes before starting engine.
Power button 3 114.If the engine fails to start, seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Starting the engine 3 116.
Wiper blade replacement Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift the wiper arm, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach new wiper blade slightly
angled to the wiper arm and push until
it engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
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Wiper blade on the rear windowLift wiper arm, rotate wiper blade and
detach.Bulb replacement
Switch off the ignition and turn off the
relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Bulb check
After a bulb replacement, switch on
the ignition, operate and check the
lights.Headlights
Low beam and high beam
1. Remove protective cover by rotating it anticlockwise.
2. Remove harness connector.
3. Release retaining clip and remove
bulb.
4. Renew bulb and install retaining clip ensuring that bulb is in correctorientation.
5. Install harness connector and protective cover.
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Sidelights
1.Remove bulb holder from reflector
housing by rotating it
anticlockwise.
2. Renew bulb.
3. Install bulb holder in reflector housing.
Fog lights
Access the front fog light bulb from
beneath the vehicle.
1. On left vehicle side, release retaining clip and open the accesscover.
On right vehicle side, remove screws and retaining clips to
remove the access cover.
2. Remove harness connector.
3. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and remove bulb.
4. Renew bulb and install bulbholder.
5. Install harness connector and access cover.
Front turn signal lights
1. Remove bulb holder from reflector
housing by rotating anticlockwise.
2. Renew bulb.
3. Install bulb holder in reflector housing.
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Vehicle care149Tail lightsRear brake, turn signal and tail
lights
1. Remove the 3 screws (using the tool supplied).
2. Carefully pull lamp assembly from
retaining pins on the outer side
and remove.
3. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise to separate from lamp assembly.
4. Renew bulb.
5. Push to install the bulb holder into
the lamp assembly, then rotate
clockwise to secure.
6. Check that the wiring harness is located correctly.
7. Replace lamp assembly into original position, ensuring that it isseated correctly.
8. Fit lamp assembly onto retaining pins and replace the 3 screws.
Side turn signal lights
1.Release clips from fender using a
flat blade screwdriver and lift out
lamp assembly from aperture.
2. Remove bulb holder from lamp assembly by rotating
anticlockwise and renew bulb.
3. Install bulb holder in lamp assembly and install lamp
assembly into aperture.
Centre high-mounted
brake light
1. Open the rear doors/tailgate.
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2. Remove the 2 bolts from insidethe rear doors/tailgate.
3. From outside the vehicle, removethe bulb holder by releasing the
clips with a flat blade screwdriver.
4. Renew bulb.
5. Install bulb holder and replace the
2 bolts.
Reversing light
1. Remove the 2 screws (using the tool supplied) and remove lamp
assembly.
2. Rotate bulb housing anticlockwise
to separate from lamp assembly.
3. Renew lower bulb.
4. Push to install the bulb holder into
the lamp assembly, then rotate
clockwise to secure.
5. Install lamp assembly with the 2 screws.
Number plate light
1. Prise out lamp using a flat blade screwdriver.
2. Prise off lens.
3. Renew bulb.
4. Install lens and replace lamp in housing.