2017.5 OPEL AMPERA E key

Keys, doors and windows29General hints for operating
tailgateCaution
Before opening the tailgate, check overhead obstructions, e.g. a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the
tailgate.
Note
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.
Vehicle security
Anti-theft locking system9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are
people in the vehicle! The doorscannot be unlocked from the
inside.
The system deadlocks all the doors. All doors must be closed otherwise
the system cannot be activated.
Unlocking the vehicle disables the
mechanical anti-theft locking system.
This is not possible with the central
locking button.
Activating
Press ) on the electronic key twice
within five seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system is
combined with the anti-theft locking
system.
It monitors the doors, tailgate, bonnet and if the vehicle is being switched
on.

30Keys, doors and windowsActivationAll doors must be closed and the
electronic key of the electronic key
system must not remain in the
vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot
be activated.
● Radio remote control: self- activated 30 seconds after
locking the vehicle by
pressing ) once.
● Electronic key system: self- activated 30 seconds after
locking the vehicle by pressing the button on any exterior door
handle.● Radio remote control or electronic key: directly by
pressing ) twice within
five seconds.
● Electronic key system with passive locking enabled: briefly
activated after passive locking
occurs.
● Central locking button: with a door open, press ).
Deactivation Radio remote control: Unlocking the
vehicle by pressing ( deactivates the
anti-theft alarm system.Electronic key system: Unlocking the
vehicle by pressing the button on any exterior door handle deactivates the
anti-theft alarm system.
The electronic key must be outside
the vehicle, within a range of approx. one metre of the relevant door side.
The system is not deactivated by
unlocking the driver's door with the
key or with the central locking button
in the passenger compartment.
Alarm When triggered, the alarm horn
sounds and the hazard warning lights flash simultaneously. The number
and duration of alarm signals are
stipulated by legislation.
The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated by pressing (, by
pressing the switch on the door
handle or switching on the vehicle.
A triggered alarm, which has not been
interrupted by the driver, will be
indicated by the hazard warning
lights. They will flash quickly three
times the next time the vehicle is
unlocked with the radio remote
control. Additionally, a warning

Keys, doors and windows31message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre after switching on
the vehicle.
Vehicle messages 3 90.
Immobiliser The system whether the vehicle is
allowed to be started with the key
being used.
The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the electronic key
has been removed from the vehicle.
If control indicator d flashes when the
vehicle is on, there is a fault in the
system; the propulsion system cannot
be started. Switch off the vehicle and
repeat the start attempt.
If control indicator d continues
flashing, attempt to start the
propulsion system using the spare
key and seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Note
Radio Frequency Identification
(RFID) tags may cause interference with the key. Do not have it placednear the key when starting the
vehicle.Note
The immobiliser does not lock the doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 20,
3 29.
Control indicator d 3 81.Exterior mirrors
Convex shape
The shape of the mirror makes
objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate
distances.
Side blind zone alert 3 181.
Electric adjustment
Press í or ì to select the relevant
exterior mirror. Then press the control
pad to adjust the respective mirror.
Press í or ì again to deselect the
mirror.

32Keys, doors and windowsFolding mirrors
For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure tothe mirror housing.
Electric folding
Press n to fold both exterior mirrors.
Press n again - both exterior mirrors
to return to their original position.
If an electrically folded mirror is
manually extended, pressing n will
only electrically extend the other
mirror.
Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing Ü.
The LED in the button indicates
activation.
Heating works after the vehicle has
been started and is switched off
automatically after a short time.

Keys, doors and windows33Interior mirrors
Automatic anti-dazzle
Dazzle from following vehicles at
night is automatically reduced.
Rear camera mirror
This automatic dimming mirror
provides a wide angle camera view of
the area behind the vehicle.
Pull the tab rearward to turn on the
display. Push the tab forward to turn
it off. When off, the mirror is automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a clear
view of the area behind the vehicle
while the display is off.To adjust the brightness, press the
button (1) on the back of the rear view mirror without covering the light
sensor (2).
Each button press cycles the
brightness between five settings.

34Keys, doors and windows9Warning
The rear camera mirror has a
limited view. Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects may
not be seen. Do not drive or park
the vehicle using only this camera. Objects may appear closer thanthey are. Check the outside
mirrors or glance over your
shoulder when making lane
changes or merging. Failure to
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Rear view camera 3 185.
Troubleshooting
If the tab is in the rearward position and a blue screen and d are displayed
in the mirror and the display shuts off, see a workshop for service.
The rear camera mirror may not work properly or display a clear image if:
● There is glare from the sun or headlights. This may obstruct
objects from view.
● Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks
the camera lens. Clean the lens
with a soft damp cloth.
● The back of the vehicle has been
damaged and the position and
mounting angle of the camera
has changed.Windows
Windscreen Windscreen stickers
Do not attach stickers such as toll
road stickers or similar on the
windscreen in the area of the interior
mirror. Otherwise the detection zone
of the sensor and the view area of the camera in the mirror housing could be
restricted.
Windscreen replacementCaution
If the vehicle has a front-looking
camera sensor for the driver
assistance systems, it is very
important that any windscreen
replacement is performed
accurately according to Opel
specifications. Otherwise, these
systems may not work properly
and there is a risk of unexpected
behaviour and/or messages from
these systems.

Keys, doors and windows35Power windows9Warning
Take care when operating the
power windows. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety
system for the power windows.
Keep a close watch on the
windows when closing them.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped in them as they move.
Switch on the vehicle to operate
power windows. Retained power off
3 151.
Operate the switch for the respective
window by pushing to open or pulling to close.
Push the switch briefly: the window opens automatically. To close the
window, keep the switch pulled.
The driver's window opens or closes
automatically when the switch # is
pulled or pushed briefly. To stop movement, operate the switch once
more in the same direction.
Safety function
If the driver's window glass
encounters resistance above the
middle of the window during
automatic closing, it is immediately
stopped and opened again.
Override safety function In the event of closing difficulties due
to frost or the like, switch on the
vehicle, then pull the switch to the first
detent and hold. The window moves
up without safety function enabled.
To stop movement, release the
switch.

36Keys, doors and windowsChild safety system for rear
windows
Press V to deactivate rear door
power windows; the LED illuminates.
To activate, press V again.
Overload
If the windows are repeatedly
operated within short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
Initialising the power windows
If the driver's window cannot be
closed automatically (e.g. after
disconnecting the vehicle battery), a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 90.
Activate the window electronics as
follows:
1. Close doors.
2. Switch on the vehicle.
3. Push switch until the window is completely open and keep
pushing for additional
two seconds.
4. Pull switch until the window is closed and keep pulling for
additional two seconds.
5. Repeat for each window.Heated rear window
Operated by pressing Ü.
The LED in the button indicates
activation.
Heating works after the vehicle has
been started and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down or
swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
The covers of the mirrors should be
closed when driving.