2016 VAUXHALL COMBO trailer

Instruments and controls77If 9 illuminates together with I
3 82; stop engine immediately and
seek the assistance of a workshop.
In the event of the failure of control
indicator v for airbags and belt
tensioners 3 77, 9 will illuminate.
9 also illuminates if the fuel cut-off
switch is triggered. Consult a
workshop.
Fuel cut-off system 3 91, Vehicle
shutdown 3 109.
Depending on version, corresponding
warning messages may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Turn signal 2 or 3 flashes green.
Flashes
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 3 140, Fuses
3 146.Turn signals 3 96.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder for front seats
X for driver's seat and/or front
passenger seat illuminates or flashes
red.
Illuminates
When the ignition has been switched
on, control indicator X illuminates
briefly if driver's seat belt and/or front
passenger seat belt is not engaged. A
warning chime also sounds for a few
seconds.
Flashes
During driving X will flash and a
warning chime will sound for
90 seconds until the front seat belts
are fastened.
Three-point seat belts 3 42.9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
To deactivate the seat belt reminder,
consult a workshop. Reactivation of the warning chime for seat belt
reminder can be done via the Driver
Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Notice
The volume of the warning chime
can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
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

Driving and operating107Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 107
Control of the vehicle ...............107
Steering ................................... 107
Starting and operating ...............108
New vehicle running-in ............108
Ignition switch positions ...........108
Starting the engine ..................109
Vehicle shutdown ....................109
Overrun cut-off ........................ 110
Stop-start system ....................110
Parking .................................... 112
Engine exhaust .......................... 113
Diesel particle filter ..................113
Catalytic converter ...................114
Manual transmission ..................114
Manual transmission automa‐ ted .............................................. 115
Transmission display ...............115
Starting the engine ..................115
Selector lever .......................... 116
Manual mode ........................... 117
Electronic driving programmes 118
Fault ........................................ 118Brakes........................................ 119
Antilock brake system .............119
Parking brake .......................... 119
Brake assist ............................. 120
Hill start assist ......................... 120
Ride control systems .................121
Traction Control system ..........121
Electronic Stability Control ......121
Driver assistance systems .........122
Cruise control .......................... 122
Parking assist .......................... 124
Fuel ............................................ 125
Fuel for petrol engines .............125
Fuel for diesel engines ............126
Fuel for natural gas operation . 126
Refuelling ................................ 127
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 129
Trailer hitch ................................ 130
General information .................130
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 130
Trailer towing ........................... 130Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 110.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.
Steering
If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.

130Driving and operatingTrailer hitch
General information
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Vehicles with natural gas engine may
require special towing equipment.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
Fitting of towing equipment could
cover the opening of the towing eye.
If this is the case use the coupling ball bar for towing. Always keep the
coupling ball bar in the vehicle.
Driving characteristics and towing tips
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate the coupling ball. However, do not do so if a stabiliser, which acts on the
coupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements.For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers with a permitted
gross vehicle weight of more than
1300 kg the use of a stabiliser is
strongly recommended when driving
above 50 mph.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 179.
Trailer towing
Trailer loads The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12%.
The permitted trailer load applies up
to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10% for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8%, e.g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate
3 170.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.

Driving and operating131The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (60 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load The permissible axle loads (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) must not be exceeded.

186Top-tether fastening eyes ............55
Towing ................................ 130, 162
Towing another vehicle .............163
Towing the vehicle .....................162
Traction Control system ............. 121
Trailer coupling ........................... 130
Trailer towing ............................. 130
Transmission ......................... 15, 79
Transmission display ...........73, 115
Tread depth ............................... 153
Trip computer ......................... 85, 91
Trip odometer .............................. 70
Turn and lane-change signals .....96
Turn signal ................................... 77
Tyre chains ................................ 154
Tyre designations ......................150
Tyre pressure ............................ 151
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 82, 151
Tyre pressures ........................... 179
Tyre repair kit ............................. 154
U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 80, 124
Underseat storage .......................57
Unit of measurement ....................85
Upholstery .................................. 166
Upshift .......................................... 80
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 137
Vehicle checks............................ 134
Vehicle data ................................ 171
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 180
Vehicle dimensions .................... 177
Vehicle Identification Number ....170
Vehicle jack ................................ 149
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle shutdown ...........76, 91, 109
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 133
Vehicle tools ............................... 149
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 176
Ventilation ................................... 101
Volume ......................................... 85
W
Warning chime.............................. 85
Warning chimes ........................... 90
Warning lights ............................... 70
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 137
Wheel changing .........................157
Wheel covers ............................. 154
Wheels and tyres .......................150
Windows ....................................... 29
Windscreen................................... 29Windscreen wiper/washer ...........66
Winter tyres ............................... 150
Wiper blade replacement ..........139