2017.5 OPEL AMPERA E ECU

208Driving and operatingNote
By choosing a reduced charge level,
the charging time is increased.
Charge limit selection can be made
using the Charge limit preference
screen on the Info display. Charge limit selection 3 197.
Grounding instructions This product must be grounded. If thisproduct should malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This
product is equipped with a cord that
has an equipment grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.9 Warning
Improper connection of the charge
cord ground may cause electrical
shock. Check with a qualified
electrician if there is doubt as to
whether the charge circuit is
properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product.
If it will not fit the electrical outlet,
have a proper electrical outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Charge cord mounting
instructions
Choose an appropriate, solid location for mounting the charge cord. The
appropriate height for mounting the
charge cord is 91 cm from the floor.
Space the holes 18.7 cm apart.
Install the mounting screws leaving
the head of the screws 5 mm from the
surface.
Securely mount the charge cord on to
the screws.
Connect the wall plug to the electrical
outlet.
Connect the vehicle plug to the
charge port.
Electrical requirementsCaution
Do not use portable or stationary
backup generating equipment to charge the vehicle. This may
cause damage to the vehicle's
charging system. Only charge the
vehicle from utility supplied power.
Charge limit selection 3 197.
Reduced limit mode allows a non-
dedicated circuit to be used but
increases the charging time.
This vehicle is capable of being
charged with standard vehicle
charging equipment complying with
one or more of the following
standards:
● SAE J1772
● SAE J2847–2
● IEC 61851-1
● IEC 61851-22
● IEC 61851-23
● IEC 61851-24
● IEC 62196-1

214Vehicle care
2.Move the safety catch sideways to
the left vehicle side and open the
bonnet.
3. Release the bonnet support from its retainer above the radiator
support and place it securely into
the slotted retainer in the bonnet.
Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the latch from a low height (20-25 cm).
Check that the bonnet is engaged.Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch to avoid dents.
Cooling system
The vehicle has three different
cooling systems.
Regularly check the coolant level of
the respective cooling systems and
have the cause of a possible coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Caution
Make sure that you never run the
vehicle with insufficient coolant.
Too low a coolant level can cause damage to the vehicle.
Heater cooling system
The coolant reservoir is located in the engine compartment.
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C.

Vehicle care219● See the Owner's Manual forfurther information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Post-crash label
The post-crash label is located in the
door frame 3 152.
Wiper blade replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm
2. Press button to disengage the wiper blade and remove.
3. Lower wiper arm carefully.
Wiper blade on the rear window
1. Pull the cover until it disengages.
2. Slide the cover toward the wiper blade tip to unhook it from the
blade assembly.
3. Remove the cover.
4. Lift the wiper arm.
5. Push the release lever (2) to disengage the hook and push the
wiper arm (1) out of the blade
assembly (3).
6. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the
release lever clicks into place.
7. After wiper blade replacement, ensure that the cover hook slides
into the slot in the blade assembly.
8. Snap the cover down to secure.
Headlight aiming Headlight aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.
When driving in countries where the
traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, it is not necessary to adjust
the low beam.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,
the headlight aim may be affected. If
adjustment to the low beam is
necessary, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

226Vehicle careNumberUsage1–2Power window rear3–4Rechargeable energy
storage system 15–6–7Left high‐beam headlight8Right high‐beam headlight9Left low‐beam headlight10Right low‐beam headlight11Horn12–13Front wiper motor driver14Tailgate15Front wiper motor co-driver16Electronic brake control
module supply electronicsNumberUsage17Rear wiper18Tailgate19Seat module front20Washer21HID light22Linear power module23Electronic brake control
module supply motor24Seat module rear25Powertrain26Transmission range control
module27Aero shutter28Auxiliary oil pump29E-booster motor source30Front power windows31In-panel bussed electrical
centreNumberUsage32Rear window defogger33Heated exterior rear view
mirror34Pedestrian friendly alert
function35–36–37Current sensor38Rain sensor39–40E-booster (ECU)41Power line communication
module42Infant occupant sensing43Window switch44Rechargeable energy
storage system45Vehicle integration control
module

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261UUltrasonic parking assist............. 174
Upholstery .................................. 242
Usage ......................... 110, 120, 133
AUX ......................................... 126
Bluetooth ................................. 126
iPod ......................................... 126
Menu ....................................... 113
Phone ...................................... 137
Radio ....................................... 120
USB ......................................... 126
USB Connecting device ..................126
General information ................126
USB audio menu .....................128
USB movie menu ....................131
USB picture menu ...................130
Using smartphone applications ..132
Using this manual ..........................2
V
Vehicle battery ........................... 217
Vehicle checks............................ 213
Vehicle data ................................ 248
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 254
Vehicle detected ahead ................82
Vehicle dimensions .................... 249
Vehicle Identification Number ....246
Vehicle jack ................................ 230Vehicle messages .......................90
Vehicle personalisation ...............92
Vehicle ready ................................ 82
Vehicle security ............................ 29
Vehicle storage ........................... 211
Vehicle tools ............................... 230
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 4
Vehicle weight ........................... 248
Voice recognition ........................133
Volume Auto volume ............................ 116
Maximum startup volume ........116
Mute function........................... 110
Ring tone volume ....................116
Setting the volume ..................110
Speed compensated volume ..116
Touch beep volume ................116
TP volume ............................... 116
Volume limitation at high
temperatures ........................... 110
Volume settings .......................... 116
W
Warning chimes ........................... 91
Warning lights ............................... 75
Warning triangle .......................... 62
Washer and wiper systems .........12
Washer fluid ............................... 216
Waveband selection ...................120
Wheel covers ............................. 236Wheels and tyres .......................230
Windows ....................................... 34
Windscreen................................... 34
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........67
Winter tyres ............................... 231
Wiper blade replacement ..........219
X Xenon headlights .......................220