48Seats, restraintsChild restraintsChild restraint systems
We recommend Vauxhall child
restraint system which are tailored
specifically to the vehicle.
The following child restraints are recommended for the following
weight classes:
■ Group 0, Group 0+
Maxi Cosi Cabriofix plus Easyfix,
for children up to 13 kg
■ Group I
VAUXHALL Duo, for children from
13 kg to 18 kg in this group
When a child restraint system is being used, pay attention to the following
usage and installation instructions
and also those supplied with the child
restraint system.
Check local laws and regulations for
mandatory use of child restraint
systems. In some countries, the use
of child restraint systems is forbidden
on certain seats.9 Danger
If using a rear-facing child restraint
system on the front passenger
seat, the airbag system for the
front passenger seat must be
deactivated. This also applies to certain forward-facing child
restraint systems as indicated in
the tables 3 50.
Airbag deactivation 3 46.
Airbag label 3 41.
The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child restraint system.
Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This ensures that the child's backbone, which is still very weak, is
under less strain in the event of an
accident.
Selecting the right system
Only use suitable restraint systems,
e.g. those that comply with valid
UN ECE regulations.
Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type. Refer to the tables on
the following pages, the instructions
supplied with the child restraint
system and the vehicle type list of
non-universal child restraint systems.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat belt
or remove it from the vehicle.
Child restraint systems could be
fastened with ISOFIX mounting
brackets, Top-tether if available,
and/or a three-point seat belt. Refer
to the following tables.
50Seats, restraintsChild restraint installation locationsPermissible options for fastening a child restraint system with a three-point seat belt
Weight and age class
On front passenger seat
On rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seat
activated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 monthsXU 1,2U/L 3XGroup 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 yearsXU 1,2U/L 3XGroup I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsXU 1,2U/L 3,4XGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. 3 to 7 yearsU 1,2XU/L 3,4XGroup III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 yearsU 1,2XU/L 3,4XU=universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat beltL=suitable for particular child restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The child
restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type (refer to the vehicle type list of the child restraint system)X=no child restraint system permitted in this weight class1=move seat forwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical positionto ensure that the belt runs forwards from the upper anchorage point
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2=move seat height adjustment upwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary toa vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side3=move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards as far as necessary4=adjust the respective backrest to the rearmost position 3 67, adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove
if required 3 34
Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system
Weight classSize classFixture
On front passenger seat 5On rear outboard
seatsOn rear
centre seatactivated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 monthsEISO/R1XILIL 3XGroup 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 yearsEISO/R1XILIL 3XDISO/R2XILIL3XCISO/R3XILIL3XGroup I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsDISO/R2XILIL 3,4XCISO/R3XILIL 3,4XBISO/F2XIL/IUFIL, IUF 3,4XB1ISO/F2XXIL/IUFIL, IUF3,4XAISO/F3XIL/IUFIL, IUF 3,4X
52Seats, restraints
Weight classSize classFixture
On front passenger seat5
On rear outboard
seatsOn rear
centre seatactivated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. 3 to 7 yearsIL 1,2XIL3,4XGroup III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 yearsIL 1,2XIL 3,4XIL=suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the "specific-vehicle", "restricted" or "semi-universal" categories.
(ISOFIX/Top-tether fastening points optional for the front passenger seat but not available for Corsa VXR). The
ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type (refer to the vehicle type list of the child
restraint system)IUF=suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class
(ISOFIX/Top-tether fastening points optional for the front passenger seat (not available for Corsa VXR)X=no ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class1=move seat forwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt runs forwards from the upper anchorage point2=move seat height adjustment upwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary
to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side3=move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards as far as necessary4=adjust the respective backrest to the rearmost position 3 67 , adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove
if required 3 345=ISOFIX/Top-tether fastening points optional for the front passenger seat (not available for Corsa VXR)
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ISOFIX size class and seat deviceA – ISO/F3=forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kgB – ISO/F2=forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kgB1 – ISO/F2X=forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kgC – ISO/R3=rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kgD – ISO/R2=rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kgE – ISO/R1=rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg
72StorageLoading information
■ Heavy objects in the loadcompartment should be placedagainst the seat backrests. Ensure
that the backrests are securely
engaged. If objects can be stacked, heavier objects should be placed at
the bottom.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing eyes 3 70.
■ Use the hook at the right sidewall of
the load compartment for hanging
up carrier bags. Maximum load: 5 kg.
■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent them from
sliding.
■ When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrests ofthe rear seats must not be angled
forward.
■ Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not cover
the sensor on top of the instrument
panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
■ Do not drive with an open load compartment.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 226) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter the
data for your vehicle in the Weights
table at the front of this manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to
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the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph. The permissible roof load is 75 kg. The roof load is the combined
weight of the roof rack and the load.
Driving and operating171
No. 715/2007 (in the latest applicable
version), taking into consideration the
vehicle weight in running order, as specified by the regulation.
The figures are provided only for the
purpose of comparison between
different vehicle variants and must
not 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
consumption and CO 2 figures.
Furthermore, fuel consumption is
dependent on personal driving style
as well as road and traffic conditions.Trailer hitch
General information Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
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 than1000 kg a speed of 50 mph must not
be exceeded; the use of a stabiliser is recommended.
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 3 237.
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.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %