2015 VAUXHALL MERIVA warning

64StorageRear carrier system
The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix
system) allows bicycles to be
attached to a pull-out carrier
integrated into the vehicle floor. The
transportation of other objects is not
permitted.
The maximum load of the rear carrier
system is 40 kg. The maximum load
per bicycle is 20 kg.
If not in use, the rear carrier system
can be slid back into the vehicle floor.
There must not be any objects on thebicycles that could become loose
during transportation.
Caution
Do not attach bicycles with carbon pedal cranks to bicycle carriers.
The bicycles might get damaged.
Extending
Open the tailgate.
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No-one should be in the extension
zone of the rear carrier system,
risk of injury.
Pull release lever up. The system
disengages and travels quickly out of
the bumper.
Completely pull out the rear carrier
system until you hear it engage.
Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without
pulling the release lever again
9 Warning
It is only permissible to fit objects
to the rear carrier system if the
system has been correctly
engaged. If the rear carrier system

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The settings for the wheel recessesand on the rotary lever on the pedal
crank recess should be noted and
saved for each bicycle. Correct
presetting will facilitate refitting of the
bicycle.
Notice
It is recommended to attach a
warning sign at the rearmost bicycle to increase visibility.
Removing a bicycle from the rear carrier system
Undo strap retainers on both bicycle
tyres.
Hold on to the bicycle, loosen the attachment screw for the pedal
bearing mount, then lift the pedal
bearing mount to remove it.
Retracting the rear carrier
system
Push the pedal crank mounts into the
pedal crank recess as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the strap retainer and pull
tightly downwards as far as possible.

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Press release lever and slide in wheel
recesses all the way as far as they will go.
Disengage the locking lever on the
diagonal support and fold both pedal crank recesses down.
9 Warning
Risk of pinching.
Remove number plate and fold down
the number plate holder.
Swivel first the left clamping lever ( 1),
followed by the right clamping lever
( 2 ), until they stop.
Push the clamping lever down and
pull both lamp supports out of the recesses.
Fold in the lamp supports on the
backs of the tail lamps.
First place the front tail lamp ( 1), then
the rear tail lamp ( 2) in the recesses
and push down as far as possible. Push cables all the way into all guides
in order to prevent damage.
Open the tailgate.

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Push the release lever up and hold.
Lift the system slightly and push it into the bumper until it engages.
Release lever must return to original
position.
9 Warning
If the system cannot be correctly
engaged, please seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Load compartment
Folding down rear seat backrests The rear seat backrest is divided into
three parts. All parts can be folded
down and lowered individually to
increase the size of the load
compartment.9 Warning
Do not stow objects under or
behind the seats. The objects
might be damaged and prevent
the guide rails from locking
properly.
A completely flat load bay is created if the rear seat backrests are folded
down.
Caution
Do not fold the outer seatbacks
while the seats are in the inner
position. The seats could be
damaged.
Remove the load compartment cover if necessary 3 74.
Push head restraints down by
pressing both catches.
Take the seat belt out of the retaining clip on the backrest.

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Pull the handle on the front side of the
backrest and fold down the backrest
onto the seat cushion. The seat is
lowered automatically.
The backrests can also be folded
from the load compartment.Pull the handle on the back side of the backrest and fold down the backrest.
To fold up, pull the handle and raise
the backrests into an upright position
until they engage audibly.
9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely locked in
position before driving. Failure to
do so may result in personal injury or damage to load or vehicle in the event of heavy braking or collision.
Rear storage
On the left side of the load
compartment there is a stowage
compartment.
Turn the fastener anticlockwise and
fold down the cover.
Load compartment cover
Do not place any objects on the cover.

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Roll the upper net rod down to
approximately over the middle.
Place the upper net rod over the
tensioning straps next to the lower net
rod. The hooks on the upper net rod
must point away from the lower net
rod.
Fasten Velcro tape tightly about the
net next to the length adjusters. The
length adjusters and net rods must lie flat next to each other.
Stow safety net in the space between
the double load-bay floor in the load
compartment. Rear floor storage
cover 3 75.
Folding tray
Located in the front seat backrests.
Open by pulling upwards until it
engages.
Fold away by pressing down past the resistance point.
Do not place any heavy objects on the
folding tray.
Warning triangle
Stow the warning triangle in the space
at the rear side of the load
compartment.
First aid kit
Stow the first aid kit and the high
visibility vest under the driver's seat.
Use the straps.

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■ Use the hook at the left sidewall ofthe load compartment for hanging
up carrier bags. Pull out the hook.
Maximum load: 3 kg.
■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent them from
sliding.
■ When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrests of
the 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 the
instrument 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, 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 vehicle.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 220) 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
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 60 kg. The roof load is the combined
weight of the roof rack and the load.

Instruments and controls81Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 81
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 88
Information displays .....................99
Vehicle messages ...................... 104
Trip computer ............................. 108
Vehicle personalisation ..............111Controls
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.
Steering wheel controls
The Infotainment system, the cruise
control and a connected mobile
phone can be operated via the
controls on the steering wheel.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment system manual.
Cruise control 3 149.