2015 VAUXHALL COMBO trailer

Instruments and controls73
Control indicator in the roof
console
Airbag deactivation 3 45, 3 74.
Generic warning 9 illuminates yellow.
Depending on model variant, control
indicator 9 may illuminate
independently or in conjunction with
Æ , t , Z or r .
If 9 illuminates together with I; stop
engine immediately and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 80.
9 also illuminates if the fuel cut-off
switch is triggered, or if a fault is
detected in the engine oil pressure
sensor. Consult a workshop.
Fuel cut-off system 3 86.
Turn signal 2 or 3 flashes green.
Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 133, Fuses
3 139.
Turn signals 3 91.Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder for frontseats
X for driver's seat and/or front
passenger seat illuminates or flashes
red.
Illuminates
When the ignition has been switched
on, control indicator X illuminates
briefly if driver's seat belt and/or front
passenger seat belt is not engaged. A
warning chime also sounds for a few
seconds.
Flashes
During driving X will flash and a
warning chime will sound for
90 seconds until the front seat belts
are fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 39.

102Driving and operatingDriving and operatingDriving hints............................... 102
Starting and operating ...............103
Engine exhaust .......................... 108
Manual transmission ..................109
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 110
Brakes ........................................ 113
Ride control systems .................115
Driver assistance systems .........117
Fuel ............................................ 120
Trailer hitch ................................ 124Driving hints
Control of the vehicleNever coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation ( e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 105.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.Steering
If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a
system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.Caution
Never leave the steering wheel on
full lock when the vehicle is
stationary, as this may damage
the power steering pump.

124Driving and operating
The figures are provided only for the
purpose of comparison between different vehicle variants and mustnot be taken as a guarantee for the
actual fuel consumption of a
particular vehicle.
Additional equipment may result in
slightly higher results than the stated
fuel consumption and CO 2 figures.
Furthermore, fuel consumption is dependent on personal driving style
as well as road and traffic conditions.
Natural gas
The fuel consumption information
was obtained using reference fuel
G20 (methane proportion
99 - 100 mol%) under prescribed
driving conditions. When using
natural gas with a lower proportion of
methane, the fuel consumption can
differ from the specified values.Trailer hitch
General information
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Vehicles with natural gas engine may
require special towing equipment.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
Fitting of towing equipment could
cover the opening of the towing eye.
If this is the case use the coupling ball
bar for towing. Always keep the
coupling ball bar in the vehicle.
Driving characteristics and
towing tips Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements.For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers with a permitted
gross vehicle weight of more than
1300 kg the use of a stabiliser is
strongly recommended when driving
above 50 mph.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 172.
Trailer towing Trailer loads The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.

Driving and operating125
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %.
The permitted trailer load applies up to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10 % for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8 %, e.g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate
3 164.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load The permissible axle loads (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) must not be exceeded.

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Payload......................................... 60
Performance .............................. 168
Performing work ........................127
Pollen filter ................................. 101
Power outlets ............................... 66
Power steering fluid ....................130
Power windows ............................ 29
Preheating ................................... 77
Puncture ..................................... 150
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 174
Radio info ..................................... 80
Radio remote control ...................20
Rear doors ................................... 23
Rear fog light ............................... 80
Rear fog lights ............................. 92
Rear parcel shelf .......................... 56
Rear seats ............................. 36, 55
Rear storage ................................. 55
Rear windows .............................. 31
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 64
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 162, 165
Refuelling ................................... 121
Reversing lights ........................... 92
Ride control systems ..........115, 116
Roof bars ...................................... 55
Roof load ...................................... 60Roof rack ..................................... 59
Roof racks .................................... 60
S Safety belts ................................... 38
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 33
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................73
Seat belt reminder warning chime 80
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat position ................................ 33
Selector lever ............................. 110
Service ............................... 101, 161
Service display ......................70, 80
Service information ....................161
Settings menu............................... 80
Side airbag system ......................45
Sidelights ...................................... 89
Side turn signal lights ................137
Sliding door .................................. 23
Sliding side door ........................... 23
Spare wheel ............................... 152
Speed limit warning chime............ 80
Speedometer ............................... 67
Standard display ........................... 80
Starting and operating ................103
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ............103, 110
Steering ...................................... 102
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 62Steering wheel controls ...............62
Stop-start system.................. 79, 105
Storage ......................................... 53
Storage compartments .................53
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 68
Tailgate ......................................... 25
Tail lights ................................... 136
Temperature ................................. 80
Three-point seat belt .................... 39 Tools .......................................... 143
Top-tether fastening eyes ............52
Towing ................................ 124, 156
Towing another vehicle .............157
Towing the vehicle .....................156
Traction Control system ............. 115
Trailer coupling ........................... 124
Trailer towing ............................. 124
Transmission ......................... 16, 76
Transmission display ...........71, 110
Tread depth ............................... 146
Trip computer ......................... 80, 87
Trip odometer .............................. 68
Turn and lane-change signals .....91
Turn signal ................................... 73
Tyre chains ................................ 147
Tyre designations ......................144