2016.5 VAUXHALL MERIVA coolant

174Vehicle care
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 233.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up use a 1:1 mixture of
approved coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have

Vehicle care175the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or
from entering the reservoir.
Power steering fluid level normally
must not be checked. If an unusual
noise sounds during steering or the
power steering reacts conspicuous
seek the assistance of a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
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
In the event of minimum thickness of
the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
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 fluid
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

Service and maintenance221Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 224.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only organic acid type-long life
coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for
the vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. Innorthern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.

245Cigarette lighter ........................... 87
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control, service ..............136
Climate control systems .............128
Clock............................................. 85
Code ........................................... 105
Collision damage repair ..............239
Control indicators.......................... 91
Control of the vehicle .................138
Controls ........................................ 81
Controls in steering wheel ............81
Convex shape .............................. 29
Coolant ....................................... 174
Coolant and antifreeze ...............220
Coolant temperature gauge ..........89
Coupling ball bar ........................167
Cruise control ...................... 99, 153
Cupholders .................................. 60
Curtain airbag system .................. 52
Curve lighting.............................. 122
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running light ..................120
Daytime running lights ...............122
Declaration of conformity ............237
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......178
Diesel particle filter ...............97, 144
Door open .................................... 99Doors............................................ 26
Driver assistance systems ..........153
Driver Information Centre ...........100
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 166
Driving hints ................................ 138
E Electric adjustment ......................29
Electrical system......................... 188
Electric parking brake ...........96, 150
Electric parking brake fault ...........96
Electronic climate control system 131
Electronic driving programmes ..147
Electronic Stability Control.......... 152
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........97
Electronic Stability Control off ...... 97
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......171
Engine compartment fuse box ...190
Engine coolant ........................... 174
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 89
Engine data ............................... 227
Engine exhaust .......................... 144
Engine identification ...................223
Engine oil ................... 173, 220, 224
Engine oil pressure ......................98
Entry lighting .............................. 126
Event data recorders ..................241Exhaust gases ............................ 144
Exit lighting ................................ 126
Exterior care .............................. 215
Exterior light ................................. 98
Exterior lighting ....................12, 119
Exterior mirrors ............................. 29
F Fault ........................................... 147
First aid ......................................... 77
First aid kit ................................... 77
Fixed air vents ........................... 136
Flex-Fix system ............................ 63
Fog light ....................................... 99
Fog lights .................... 123, 124, 183
Folding mirrors ............................. 29
Folding tray .................................. 77
Front airbag system .....................51
Front fog lights ........................... 123
Front seats.................................... 36
Front storage ............................... 62
Front turn signal light ..................179
Front turn signal lights ...............183
Fuel............................................. 159
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 164
Fuel for diesel engines ..............159
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......159
Fuel for petrol engines ...............159
Fuel gauge ................................... 89