2016 VAUXHALL ADAM lock

62Storage
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
The rear seat backrest is divided into
two parts. Both parts can be folded
down separately.
Load compartment extension
Remove the load compartment cover
if necessary.
Press the catch and push down the
head restraint.
Insert seat belt latch plate into side
holder to protect the belt against
damage.
Pull the strap on one or both
backrests and fold them down onto the seat cushion.
To fold up, raise the backrests into
upright position and let them engage
audibly.
The backrests are properly engaged
when the red marks on both release
straps are not visible.
9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely locked in
position before driving. Failure to

Storage63do so may result in personal injuryor damage to load or vehicle in the
event of heavy braking or collision.
Hook for carrier bags
Use the hook at the right sidewall of
the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Maximum load: 5 kg.
Rear storage
Storage box A closable storage box is located in
the load compartment. The cover is lockable by turning the knob. It must
be locked while driving.
To open, unlock and lift up the cover.
To remove the cover, open it and slide sideways to the left.
The box can be separated by a
divider.
The storage box cover can be loaded
with max. 20 kg.
Removal
To gain access to emergency breakdown equipment or for bulb
replacement of the tail lights, the
storage box must be removed:
● Remove the load compartment cover 3 64.
● Fold down the rear backrests 3 62.
● Open the storage box.
● Turn the lock hooks on both sides
to the rear and push down the
lashing eyes in the recesses.
● Raise the storage box and place it on the folded backrests.
● Remove the storage box out of the load compartment.
Installation ● Place the storage box on the folded backrests.
● Lower the box in the load compartment.
● Open the storage box.

64Storage● Raise the lashing eyes on bothsides and turn the lock hooks to
the front to fix the box to the
lashing eyes.
● Raise the rear backrests and install the load compartment
cover.
● Stow the suitcase with tyre repair
kit in a chamber of the storage
box.
● Close and lock the cover.
Load compartment cover
Do not place any objects on the cover.
OpeningLift up the cover at the rear end. It
engages in a nearly vertical position.
Further opening is possible. To close, move down the cover beyond the
engage point.
Removing
Push cover upwards at the left and
right from the lower side and remove.
Fitting Engage cover by pushing into guides
on both sides.
Rear floor storage cover
Rear floor cover
Lift up rear floor cover to gain access
to emergency breakdown equipment.
Tools 3 180.
Subwoofer cover
Lift up rear part of floor cover to gain
access to the warning triangle.
When closing floor cover, ensure it is
fixed with the Velcro fastener.

Instruments and controls69Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 70
Steering wheel adjustment ........70
Steering wheel controls .............70
Heated steering wheel ...............70
Horn ........................................... 71
Windscreen wiper/washer .........71
Rear window wiper/washer .......73
Outside temperature ..................73
Clock ......................................... 74
Power outlets ............................. 76
Cigarette lighter ......................... 76
Ashtrays .................................... 77
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 77
Instrument cluster ......................77
Speedometer ............................. 77
Odometer .................................. 77
Trip odometer ............................ 77
Tachometer ............................... 78
Fuel gauge ................................ 78
Fuel selector .............................. 78
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Service display .......................... 79Control indicators ......................80
Turn signal ................................. 82
Seat belt reminder .....................82
Airbag and belt tensioners .........83
Airbag deactivation ....................83
Charging system .......................83
Malfunction indicator light ..........84
Service vehicle soon .................84
Brake and clutch system ...........84
Operate pedal ............................ 84
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....85
Upshift ....................................... 85
Power steering .......................... 85
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........85
Electronic Stability Control off ...85
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........85
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 86
Engine oil pressure ....................86
Low fuel ..................................... 86
Immobiliser ................................ 87
Exterior light .............................. 87
High beam ................................. 87
Rear fog light ............................. 87
Cruise control ............................ 87
Door open .................................. 87
Information displays .....................87
Driver Information Centre ..........87Colour-Info-Display ....................92
Graphic-Info-Display ..................93
Vehicle messages ........................94
Warning chimes .........................96
Battery voltage .......................... 97
Vehicle personalisation ................97
OnStar® system ........................101

70Instruments and controlsControlsSteering 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 manual.
Driver assistance systems 3 139.
Heated steering wheel
Activate heating by pressing *.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button.

74Instruments and controls
Illustration shows Colour-Info-
Display.
Uplevel-Display
If outside temperature drops to 3 °C,
a warning message is displayed in the Driver Information Centre.9 Warning
The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above 0
°C.
Clock
Graphic-Info Display
Press CONFIG to open the Settings
menu.
Scroll through the list and select the
menu item Time Date to display the
respective submenu.
Notice
For a detailed description of menu
operation, refer to the Infotainment
manual.
Set time
Press the MENU-TUNE knob to enter
the Set time submenu.
Turn the MENU-TUNE knob to
change the current value of the first setting.
Press the MENU-TUNE knob to
confirm the set value.
The cursor then switches to the next
value. If all values are set, you are
automatically returned to the next
higher menu level.

Instruments and controls75Set date
Press the MENU-TUNE knob to enter
the Set date submenu.
Turn the MENU-TUNE knob to
change the current value of the first setting.
Press the MENU-TUNE knob to
confirm the set value.
The cursor then switches to the next
value. If all values are set, you are
automatically returned to the next
higher menu level.
Set time format
To switch between the available
options, repeatedly press the
MENU-TUNE knob.
Set date format
To switch between the available
options, repeatedly press the
MENU-TUNE knob.
RDS clock synchronization
The RDS signal of most VHF
transmitters automatically sets the time. RDS time synchronisation cantake a few minutes. Some
transmitters do not send a correct
time signal. In such cases, it is
recommended to switch off the
automatic time synchronisation.
To switch between the options On
and Off, repeatedly press the
MENU-TUNE knob.
Colour-Info Display
Press ; then select the Settings
screen button.
Select Time & date settings to display
the respective submenu.
Notice
For a detailed description of menu
operation, refer to the Infotainment
manual.
Set time format
To select the desired time format, tap on the screen buttons 12 h or 24 h .
Set date format
To select the desired date format, tap
on the < and > screen buttons and
choose between the available options.

76Instruments and controlsSet time and date
To adjust the time and date settings,
tap on the H and I screen buttons.
RDS clock synchronization
The RDS signal of most VHF
transmitters automatically sets the
time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some
transmitters do not send a correct
time signal. In such cases, it is
recommended to switch off the
automatic time synchronisation.
To activate or deactivate RDS clock
synchronization , tap on the screen
buttons On or Off.
Power outlets
A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 watts.
With ignition off, the power outlet is
deactivated. Additionally, the power outlet is deactivated in the event of
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Do not damage the outlet by using
unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter is located in the
centre console.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.