2016 VAUXHALL COMBO Owner's Manual

In brief15Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Air conditioning system
Set the temperature control to
warmest level.
Set fan speed to highest level.
Set air distribution control to V.
Cooling n on.
Heated rear window Ü on.
Electronic climate control system
Press Ê.
Temperature and air distribution are
set automatically and the fan runs at
a high speed.
To return to automatic mode: press
n or AUTO .
Climate control system 3 101,
Electronic climate control system 3 103.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing the
clutch pedal, pull up the collar on the
selector lever and engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 114.

16In briefManual transmission automatedN:neutral positiono:drive position+:higher gear-:lower gearA/M:switch between automatic and
manual modeR:reverse gear (with selector
lever lock)
Manual transmission automated
3 115.
Starting off
Check before starting-off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 151, 3 179.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 135.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 28, 3 33,
3 42.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake.
● Manual transmission automated: operate brake, the transmission
automatically shifts to N (neutral).
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.

In brief17● Diesel engines: turn the key toposition 1 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes
out.
● Turn key to position 2 and release.
Starting the engine 3 109.Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Set the lever in neutral.
● Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated when ^ is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 110.
Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine. Turn the ignition key to position 0 and
remove it. Turn the steering
wheel until the steering wheel
lock is felt to engage.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear before switching off
the ignition. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.

18In briefIf the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Lock the vehicle with e on the
radio remote control.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 134.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx.30 seconds before switching off, in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 19, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 133.

Keys, doors and windows19Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 19
Keys .......................................... 19
Car Pass .................................... 20
Radio remote control .................20
Door locks ................................. 21
Central locking system ..............21
Child locks ................................. 23
Doors ........................................... 23
Sliding door ............................... 23
Rear doors ................................. 24
Load compartment ....................25
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Anti-theft locking system ...........26
Immobiliser ................................ 27
Exterior mirrors ............................ 27
Convex shape ........................... 27
Manual adjustment ....................27
Electric adjustment ....................28
Folding mirrors .......................... 28
Heated mirrors ........................... 28
Interior mirrors ............................. 29
Manual anti-dazzle ....................29Windows...................................... 29
Windscreen ............................... 29
Manual windows ........................29
Power windows ......................... 29
Rear windows ............................ 31
Heated rear window ..................31
Sun visors .................................. 31Keys, locks
Keys
Replacement keys
The key number is specified in the
Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 164.
Lock cylinders
Designed to free-wheel if they are
forcefully rotated without the correct
key or if the correct key is not fully
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with
the correct key until its slot is vertical, remove key and then re-insert it. If the
cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key through 180° and repeat operation.

20Keys, doors and windowsKey with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car Pass The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to a
workshop, this vehicle data is needed
in order to perform certain operations.
Radio remote control
Used to operate:
● central locking system 3 21
● anti-theft locking system 3 26
● power windows 3 29
The radio remote control has a range of up to 5 metres. It can be restricted
by external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
● range exceeded
● battery voltage too low
● frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not
in range
● overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time
● interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources
Unlocking 3 21.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.

Keys, doors and windows21Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and remove the
battery holder by undoing the screw
with a suitable screwdriver. Remove
the battery holder from the key and
replace the battery (type CR 2032),
paying attention to the installation
position.
Refit the battery holder in the key and
secure the screw.
Door locks
Anti-theft security lock
To prevent the front door from being
opened from the outside, open the
door and engage the anti-theft
security lock.
Using a suitable tool, turn the lock
switch on the door to locked position
1 . The door cannot be opened from
outside.
The anti-theft security lock remains
engaged even after unlocking the
vehicle with the remote control.
To disengage, turn the switch to
unlocked position 2.
Central locking system
Unlocks and locks the front doors,
sliding side doors and load
compartment.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks and opens the respective
door.
For safety reasons, the vehicle
cannot be locked if the key is in the
ignition switch.
Unlocking Notice
In the event of an accident of a
certain severity, the vehicle unlocks
automatically.
Fuel cut-off system 3 91.

22Keys, doors and windowsVan
Press Ä: Front doors are unlocked.
Press Å: Rear doors / tailgate and
sliding side doors are unlocked.
Combi, Combo Tour
Press Ä: All doors, including rear
doors / tailgate and sliding side doors
are unlocked.
Press Å: Rear doors / tailgate only
are unlocked.
Notice
If engaged, the anti-theft security lock on the door remains engaged
even after unlocking the vehicle with
the remote control.
Anti-theft security lock 3 21.
Locking
Close all doors. If the doors are not
closed properly, the central locking
system will not work.
Notice
If a door or the tailgate is open,
control indicator ( illuminates in the
instrument cluster 3 84.
Press e. All doors, including rear
doors / tailgate and sliding side doors
are locked.
Automatic locking
The vehicle can be configured to
automatically lock the doors when
vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph.
Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.