2015 VAUXHALL MERIVA Central locking

26Keys, doors and windows
Closing
Use one of the interior handles.
Do not push the touchpad switch under the moulding whilst closing as
this will unlock the tailgate again.
Central locking system 3 21.
General hints for operating
tailgate
9 Danger
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which cannot be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.Caution
Before opening the tailgate check
overhead obstructions, such as a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the tailgate.
Notice
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.
Vehicle security
Anti-theft locking system9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are
people in the vehicle! The doorscannot be unlocked from the
inside.
The system deadlocks all the doors.
All doors must be closed otherwise
the system cannot be activated.
If the ignition was on, the driver's door
must be opened and closed once so
that the vehicle can be secured.
Unlocking the vehicle disables the
mechanical anti-theft locking system.
This is not possible with the central
locking button.

Keys, doors and windows27
Activating
Press e on the radio remote control
twice within 10 seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system The anti-theft alarm system is
operated in conjunction with the
central locking system.
It monitors: ■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet
■ Ignition
Unlocking the vehicle deactivates the
anti-theft alarm system.
Status LED
Status LED is integrated in the central
locking button.
Status during the first 10 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:
LED illuminates=test, arming delay.LED flashes
quickly=doors, tailgate or
bonnet not
completely closed,
or system fault.
Status after system is armed:
LED flashes
slowly=system is armed.Seek the assistance of a workshop in
the event of faults.
AlarmWhen triggered, the horn sounds, and
the hazard warning lights flash
simultaneously. The number and
duration of alarm signals are
stipulated by legislation.
The alarm can be silenced by
pressing any button of the radio
remote control or by switching on the
ignition.
The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated only by pressing button
c or by switching on the ignition.
A triggered alarm, which has not been interrupted by the driver, will be
indicated by a warning message or a
warning code in the Driver
Information Centre after switching on
the ignition.
Vehicle messages 3 104.
If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: switch the

Vehicle care189
No.Circuit1Radio2Display, instrument, telephone3Radio4Ignition switch, immobiliser5Windscreen washer, rear
screen washer6Central locking system, tailgate7Central locking system8Display, instrument, telephone9Heated steering wheel10Rear left door unlocking11Rear right door unlocking12Courtesy light13Rain sensor, interior mirror,
outside mirrors14–Load compartment fuse
box
The fuse box is on the left side of the
load compartment behind a cover.
Remove the cover.
Disengage the four retaining lugs and remove the cover.

238IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 167
Active head restraints ..................35
Adaptive brake light ....................145
Adaptive forward lighting ..........
.................................. 98, 118, 177
Adjustable air vents ...................131
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........93
Airbag deactivation ................53, 94
Airbag label................................... 48 Airbag system .............................. 48
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 132
Air conditioning system .............. 125
Air intake .................................... 132
Air vents...................................... 131
Alert ............................................ 107
Antifreeze ................................... 170
Antilock brake system ................ 145
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......95
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26 Appearance care ........................213
Armrest ................................... 39, 42
Armrest storage ........................... 63
Ashtrays ....................................... 88
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............116Automatic locking ..................24, 98
Automatic transmission .............141
Auxiliary heater .......................... 131
B Battery discharge protection ......123
Battery voltage ........................... 107
Belts.............................................. 44 Bicycle rack .................................. 64
Bonnet ....................................... 169
Brake and clutch fluid .................217
Brake and clutch system .............95
Brake assist ............................... 147
Brake fluid .................................. 172
Brakes ............................... 145, 172
Breakdown.................................. 211
Bulb replacement ....................... 175
C Capacities .................................. 231
Car Pass ...................................... 19
Catalytic converter .....................141
Central locking system ................21
Centre console lighting ..............122
Changing tyre and wheel size ...197
Charging system .......................... 94
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 57
Child restraints.............................. 54