2016.5 VAUXHALL MERIVA ignition

Instruments and controls91and filter changed by a workshop
within one week or 300 miles
(whichever occurs first).
Driver Information Centre 3 100.
Service information 3 219.
Control indicators The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions.
Depending on the equipment the
position of the control indicators may vary.
When the ignition is switched on,
most control indicators will illuminate
briefly as a functionality test.
The control indicator colours mean:red:danger, important reminderyellow:warning, information, faultgreen:confirmation of activationblue:confirmation of activationwhite:confirmation of activation

94Instruments and controlsFlashes
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 3 179, Fuses
3 188.
Turn signals 3 123.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder on front seats
X illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
After the ignition has been switched
on until the seat belt has been
fastened.
Flashes
After having started the engine for a maximum of 100 seconds until the
seat belt has been fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 45.Seat belt status on rear seats
> or X in the Driver Information
Centre flashes or illuminates.
Illuminates
After having started the engine for a
minimum of 35 seconds until the seat
belt has been fastened.
If an unfastened seat belt is fastened
whilst driving.
Flashes
After starting off when the seat belt is unfastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 45.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the airbag
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 44, 3 48.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 52.

Instruments and controls959Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon
g illuminates yellow.
Additionally a warning message or a
warning code is displayed.
The vehicle needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 105.Brake and clutch system
Brake and clutch fluid level R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low 3 175.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Operate pedal
- illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Brake pedal needs to be depressed
to release the electric parking brake
3 150.
Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
to start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 141.
Flashes
Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
for a main start of the engine 3 16,
3 140.

96Instruments and controlsElectric parking brakem illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
Electrical parking brake is applied 3 150.
Flashes
Electrical parking brake is not fully applied or released. Switch on
ignition, depress brake pedal and
attempt to reset the system by first
releasing and then applying the
electrical parking brake. If m remains
flashing, do not drive and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Electric parking brake fault j illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Electrical parking brake is operating
with degraded performance 3 150.Flashes
Electrical parking brake is in service
mode. Stop vehicle, apply and
release the electrical parking brake to
reset.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 149.
Upshift
[ illuminates green when upshifting
is recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
On vehicles with Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display, [ with the
number of the recommended gear is
shown in the bottom line of the Driver
Information Centre.
Variable effort steeringc illuminates yellow.
Fault in variable effort steering
system. This may lead to a higher or
lower steering effort. Consult a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 141.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
or

98Instruments and controlsFlashes
Fault in system or tyre without pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare wheel). After 60-90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 197.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as
quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking
assistance of a workshop 3 173.
Low fuel
i illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Additionally a warning message is
displayed on vehicles with Uplevel-
Display.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Additionally a warning message is
displayed on vehicles with Midlevel-
and Uplevel-Display.
Refuelling 3 161.
Catalytic converter 3 145.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 178.
Immobiliser d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Reduced engine power
# illuminates yellow.
The engine power is limited. Consult
a workshop.
Exterior light8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 119.

Instruments and controls99High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and during headlight flash 3 121.
Adaptive forward lighting f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Fault in system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes
System switched to symmetrical low
beam.
Control indicator f flashes for approx.
4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the
system has been activated 3 121.
Automatic light control 3 120.
Fog light > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 123.Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 124.
Cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white The system is on.
Illuminates green
A certain speed is stored.
Cruise control 3 153.
Door open
h illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.
Automatic locking
^ illuminates amber.
Fault in the automatic locking system. The rear doors are possibly not
secured against opening.9 Warning
Stop your journey immediately!
Follow the instructions as
described in paragraph "Fault in
the automatic locking system"
before continuing your journey
3 24.
Consult a workshop.

102Instruments and controls
●Remaining Oil Life : Indicates
when to change the engine oil and filter 3 90.
● Speed Warning : If exceeding the
preset speed, a warning chime will be activated.
● Language : Displayed language
can be changed if the vehicle is
not equipped with a radio.
Selection and indication can be
different between Midlevel-, Uplevel-,
and Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Trip/Fuel Information Menu
Press MENU to select the Trip/Fuel
Information Menu , or select W on
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.● trip odometer 1
● trip odometer 2
● digital speed
Trip odometer 2 and digital speed are
only available on vehicles with
Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-
Display.
Reset trip odometer by pressing
SET/CLR on the turn signal lever for
a few seconds or by pressing the
reset knob between speedometer
and Driver Information Centre with
the ignition on.
On vehicles with trip computer more
submenus are available.
Selection and indication can be
different between Midlevel-, Uplevel-,
and Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Trip/Fuel Information Menu, Trip
Computer 3 108.

Instruments and controls105Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated mainly in the
Driver Information Centre, in some
cases together with a warning and
signal buzzer.
Press SET/CLR , MENU or turn the
adjuster wheel to confirm a message.
Vehicle messages on the
Midlevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message2No radio remote control
detected, depress clutch pedal
for a restart3Engine coolant level low4Air conditioning off5Steering wheel is lockedNo.Vehicle message6Depress brake pedal to release
electrical parking brake7Turn steering wheel, switch
ignition off and then on9Turn steering wheel, start
engine again12Vehicle overloaded13Compressor overheated15Centre high-mounted brake
light failure16Brake light failure17Headlight levelling malfunction18Left low beam failure19Rear fog light failure20Right low beam failure21Left sidelight failure22Right sidelight failure23Reversing light failure24Number plate light failure