2016.5 VAUXHALL VIVARO engine coolant

146Vehicle careVehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system generates
extremely high voltages. Do not
touch.
The caps for topping up the engine oil, the coolant, the washer fluid and the
oil dipstick handle are yellow for ease
of identification.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Move the safety catch (located
slightly right of centre) sideways to
the left vehicle side and open the
bonnet.
The bonnet is held open
automatically by a lifter.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Stop-start system 3 119.
Closing
Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall
into the latch from a low height
(approx. 30 cm). Check that the
bonnet is engaged.

148Vehicle careAfter topping-up, put the funnel into a
plastic bag and stow it securely.
A stabilization of the engine oil
consumption will not take place until
the vehicle has been driven several
thousand miles. Only then can the
actual degree of consumption be
established.
If consumption exceeds more than
0.6 litres every 600 miles after this
running-in period, consult a
workshop.
Capacities 3 197.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.Engine air filter
Engine air flow indicator
On certain models, an indicator is
located in the engine induction
system and indicates if the air-intake
to the engine is restricted.
Clear:No restrictionRed tell-tale:Restricted
If the red tell-tale is displayed when
the engine is running, consult a
workshop.
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.

Vehicle care149If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be just above the
MINI mark. Top-up if the level is low.9Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top-up with antifreeze. If no
antifreeze is available, use clean tap
water or distilled water. Install the cap
tightly. Have the antifreeze
concentration checked and have the
cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop.
If a substantial amount of coolant is
required, it will be necessary to bleed
any trapped air from the cooling
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
If the coolant temperature is too high, control indicator W 3 87 illuminates
red in the instrument cluster, together
with C 3 86. Consult a workshop if
coolant level is sufficient.
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 or from
entering the reservoir.
The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the front left wheel
arch, behind a trim panel.
The fluid level normally does not need
to be checked. If an unusual noise is
heard during steering or if the power
steering reacts conspicuously, seek
the assistance of a workshop.If the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MIN mark consult a
workshop.

Service and maintenance183Engine 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 3 186.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for thevehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C.
This concentration should be
maintained all year round. The use of additional coolant additives that
intend to give additional corrosionprotection or seal against minor leaks
can cause function problems. Liability
for consequences resulting from the
use of additional coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
AdBlue Only use AdBlue to reduce the
nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
emission 3 123.

203Changing tyre and wheel size ...168
Charging system .......................... 86
Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 60
Child restraints.............................. 59
Child restraint systems ................59
Cigarette lighter ........................... 79
Cleaning the vehicle ...................177
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............103
Clock ............................................ 77
Coat hooks ................................... 67
Coin holder ................................... 66
Control indicators.......................... 82
Control of the vehicle .................115
Controls ........................................ 75
Controls in steering wheel ............75
Convex shape .............................. 37 Coolant ....................................... 148
Coolant and antifreeze ...............182
Coolant heater ............................ 108
Cooling (A/C) .............................. 104
Cornering light .............................. 98
Cruise control ...................... 90, 133
Cupholders .................................. 67
Curtain airbag system .................. 57D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ............97, 98
Declaration of conformity ............199
DEF ............................................ 123
Demisting and defrosting ..............15
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................123
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 152
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......152
Diesel particle filter ....................122
Directional tyres ..................164, 173
Distance to service .......................81
Document tray .............................. 67
Door locks..................................... 23
Door open .................................... 90
Door panel storage .......................68
Doors ............................................ 29
Double cab ................................... 68
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........122
Driver assistance systems ..........133
Driver Information Centre .............90
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 142
Driving economically................... 114
Driving hints ................................ 114
E ECO mode .................................. 114
ecoScoring.................................... 93Electric adjustment ......................37
Electrical accessories ...................78
Electrical system......................... 159
Electronic climate control system 105
Electronic data recording ..............39
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Program 87,
131, 143
Electronic Stability Program off ...87
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......145
Engine air filter............................ 148
Engine air flow indicator .............148
Engine coolant ........................... 148
Engine coolant temperature ........87
Engine data ............................... 187
Engine exhaust .......................... 122
Engine identification ...................185
Engine oil ...........147, 182, 186, 197
Engine oil additives ....................182
Engine oil level ............................ 92
Engine oil pressure ......................88
Engine oil viscosity grades .........182
Enhanced Traction function 130, 131
Entry lighting .............................. 101
Event data recorders ..................201
Exhaust gases ....................122, 176
Exit lighting ................................ 102
Exterior care .............................. 177
Exterior light ................................. 89