2016.5 VAUXHALL VIVA charging

136Vehicle careBrakesIn 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 fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below MIN seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 170.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to vehicle battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
The anti-theft alarm siren must be deactivated as follows: Switch theignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.
Battery discharge protection 3 93.

Vehicle care137Replacing the vehicle batteryNotice
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this section may lead to
temporary deactivation of the stop-
start system.
When the vehicle battery is being
replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a
ventilation hole is open in this area, it
must be closed off with a dummy cap,
and the ventilation in the vicinity of the negative terminal must be opened.
In vehicles with an AGM (Absorptive
Glass Mat) battery, make sure to
have the battery replaced with
another AGM battery.
We recommend the use of an original Vauxhall battery.
Notice
Using an AGM vehicle battery
different from the original Vauxhall
vehicle battery may result in a lower
performance.We recommend that you have the vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 106.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6
volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the battery
might be damaged.
Jump starting 3 163.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols:
● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of the reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.

Vehicle care1571. Open the floor cover.
2. Remove the compressor and thesealant bottle.
3. Remove the electrical connectioncable and air hose from the
storage compartments on the
underside of the compressor.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
6. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
8. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the
engine.

190IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 131
Adjustable air vents ...................100
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........68
Airbag deactivation ................42, 68
Airbag label................................... 37 Airbag system .............................. 37
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 101
Air conditioning system ................ 95
Air intake .................................... 101
Air vents...................................... 100
Antilock brake system ................ 114
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......70
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Appearance care ........................166
Ashtrays ....................................... 61
Autostop ..................................... 106
B Battery discharge protection ........93
Battery voltage ............................. 81
Belts.............................................. 35
Bonnet ....................................... 133
Bonnet open ................................. 72
Brake and clutch fluid .................170
Brake and clutch system .............69
Brake assist ............................... 115
Brake fluid .................................. 136Brakes ............................... 114, 136
Breakdown.................................. 165
Bulb replacement ....................... 138
C Capacities .................................. 181
Catalytic converter .....................110
Central locking system ................21
Centre console storage ...............50
Centre high-mounted brake light 143
Changing tyre and wheel size ...155
Charging system .......................... 69
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 45
Child restraints.............................. 43
Child restraint systems ................43
Cigarette lighter ........................... 61
City mode ................................... 118
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems ...............94
Clock ............................................ 59
Code ............................................. 79
Collision damage repair ..............185
Control indicators.......................... 65
Control of the vehicle .................103
Controls ........................................ 57
Coolant and antifreeze ...............170
Cornering lights ............................ 89
Cruise control ...................... 72, 119