2017.5 OPEL AMPERA E stop start

14In briefElectric drive unitP:ParkR:ReverseN:NeutralD:DriveL:Low
The shift lever can only be moved out
of P when the vehicle is on, the brake
pedal is applied first, and then the
shift lever button is pressed.
Electric drive unit 3 154.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 231, 3 250.
● Fluid levels 3 214.
● 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 31, 3 39,
3 44.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
Starting the vehicle ● Depress brake pedal and press POWER m. When the vehicle
ready light 4 illuminates in the
instrument cluster, the vehicle is
ready to be driven.
Press POWER m once more.
Release button after starting
procedure begins.● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
Starting and stopping the vehicle
3 151.

16Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 16
Keys .......................................... 16
Radio remote control .................17
Electronic key system ................19
Memorised settings ...................20
Central locking system ..............20
Delayed locking ......................... 25
Automatic locking ......................25
Child locks ................................. 26
Smartphone remote function .....26
Doors ........................................... 28
Load compartment ....................28
Vehicle security ............................ 29
Anti-theft locking system ...........29
Anti-theft alarm system ..............29
Immobiliser ................................ 31
Exterior mirrors ............................ 31
Convex shape ........................... 31
Electric adjustment ....................31
Folding mirrors .......................... 32
Heated mirrors ........................... 32
Interior mirrors ............................. 33
Automatic anti-dazzle ................33Windows...................................... 34
Windscreen ............................... 34
Power windows ......................... 35
Heated rear window ..................36
Sun visors .................................. 36Keys, locks
Keys
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on a
detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 240, Central locking 3 20,
Starting and stopping the vehicle
3 151.
Radio remote control 3 17.
Electronic key 3 19.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.

Keys, doors and windows192. Insert the key blade for approx.6 mm and turn the key to open thehousing. Further insertion of the
key blade can damage the
housing.
3. Remove and replace battery. Use
CR 2032 or equivalent battery.
Pay attention to the installation
position.
4. Close the housing and insert key blade.
Radio remote control
synchronisation
After replacing the battery, unlock the
door with the key in the driver's door
lock. The radio remote control will be
synchronised when you switch on the
vehicle.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in radio remote control.
● The range is exceeded.
● The battery voltage is too low.● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while notin range, which will require re-
synchronisation.
● 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.
Manual unlocking 3 20.
Electronic key systemEnables a keyless operation of the
following functions:
● central locking system 3 20
● tailgate 3 28
● starting and stopping the vehicle 3 151
The electronic key simply needs to be on the driver's person.
Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 17.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Note
Do not put the electronic key into the
load compartment or in front of the
Info-Display.
Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for battery replacement is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.

Keys, doors and windows23Operation with buttons on the
electronic key
The central locking system can also
be operated with the buttons on the
electronic key.
Press ( to unlock.
Press ) to lock.
Press and release ) and then
immediately press and hold O for at
least four seconds to start the
vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and the heated rear window
from outside the vehicle.
Press 5 to stop charging the vehicle.
Press and hold 5 until the lock of the
charge cable is released.
Remote start 3 20, Remote control
operation 3 20.
Passive locking
Automatic locking 3 25.
Confirmation
Operation of central locking system is
confirmed by the hazard warning
flashers. A precondition is that the
setting is activated in the vehicle
personalisation 3 92.
Central locking buttons Locks or unlocks all doors, the load
compartment and charge port door
via a switch in the driver's door panel.
Press ) to lock.
Press ( to unlock.
Operation with the key in case of
a central locking system fault
In case of a fault, e.g. vehicle battery
or electronic key battery is
discharged, the driver's door can be
locked or unlocked with the
mechanical key.
The lock cylinder in the driver's door
is covered by a cap.

Keys, doors and windows27● Welcome lighting: Request lightwhen approaching the vehicle.
● Location services: Save the parked location or start
navigation at the vehicle’s GPS
coordinates.Setup function ● KeyPass setup
● Managing priority setting ● Modifying priority setting
● RevocationActive remote function ● Door lock/unlock
● Remote start/stop
● Panic alarm activation/ termination
● Remote charge termination
● High voltage charge functions ● Temporary charging override
update
● Change the charging mode permanently
● Update departure time schedule●High voltage priority charging
activation and deactivation
● Select charge level/limit preference screen
● Vehicle locator
● Routing /available mileagePassive function
Approach detection/welcome lightingVisual display for vehicle information ● Low high voltage battery indication
● Tyre pressure
● Remote engine start status
● Odometer reading
● Rear closure ajar switch status
● Electric parking brake status
● Bonnet status
● High voltage battery state of charge status
● GPS signal for end of trip
● Charge mode status ● Available mileage
● Charge start and end times status● Full week of time baseddelayed charging status
● Disable rate based and delayed charging status
● High voltage charging system fault (unable to
charge)
● High voltage charger power level
● High voltage battery charge cord connected indication
● Charge complete
● Usable state of charge
● High voltage depletion mode range
● High voltage battery state of charge status
Pairing A smartphone must be paired to the
KeyPass module and then it must be
connected to the vehicle before it can
be used.

Instruments and controls71USB charging port
Two USB ports for charging devices
only are located in the back of the
centre console.
Each socket provides 2.1 ampere at
five volts.
Note
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
Inductive charging9 Warning
Inductive charging can affect the
operation of implanted
pacemakers or other medical
devices. If applicable, seek
medical advice before using the
inductive charging device.
9 Warning
Remove any metal objects from
the charging device before
charging a mobile phone, as these
objects could become very hot.
PMA or Qi compatible mobile phones can be charged inductively.
The vehicle must be switched on, in
accessory power mode or retained
power off. Starting and stopping the
vehicle 3 151.
The operating temperature is −20 °C
to 60 °C for the charging system and
0 °C to 35 °C for the phone.
To charge a mobile device:
1. Remove all objects from the charging pocket. The system may
not charge if there are any objects
in the charging pocket.
2. With the mobile device screen facing the driver, slowly insert the
device into the charging pocket
until 0 is shown on the Info
display. This indicates that the
mobile device is properly
positioned and charging.
If a phone is inserted into the pocket
and 0 does not display, remove the
phone from the pocket, turn it

Instruments and controls81ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 158.
Sport mode
3 illuminates when sport mode
is selected.
Sport mode 3 154.
Lane keep assist a illuminates green or yellow, or
flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
The system is switched on and ready
to operate.
Illuminates yellow
The system approaches a detected
lane marking without using the turn
signal in that direction.
Flashes yellow
The system recognises that the lane
is departed significantly.Lane keep assist 3 191.
Electronic Stability Control off
n illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Flashes
The system is active and is working to assist the driver with directional
control of the vehicle in difficult driving
conditions.Electronic Stability Control 3 163,
Traction Control system 3 162.
Traction Control system off
k illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Tyre pressure monitoringsystem
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
wheel). After 60 to 90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Immobiliser d illuminates yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
propulsion system cannot be started.

84Instruments and controls
Press ] to open main menu page.
Select a main menu page with
{ or }.
Confirm a main menu page with 9.
Once a main menu page is selected, press { or } to select subpages.
Press [ to open the next folder of the
selected subpage.
Press { or } to select functions or to
set a numeric value, if required.
Press 9 to select and confirm a
function.
If the Driver Information Centre
requests the driver to confirm a
function or message by pressing 9.
Once a main menu page is selected,
this selection remains stored until
another main menu page is selected.
This means once the Vehicle info
menu page is selected, you can
change the subpages just by pressing { or }.
Vehicle and service messages pop-
up in the Driver Information Centre
when required.
Confirm messages by pressing 9.
Vehicle messages 3 90.
Vehicle info
The following list contains all possible Vehicle info menu pages. Some may
not be available for your particular
vehicle. Depending on the display,
some functions are symbolised.
Press { or } to select a page:
● Trip
● Tyre pressure (kPa)
● Average speed
● Timer
● Traffic sign assistant● Following distance
● Blank page
Trip
Trip odometer displays the current distance and the current average
electrical energy economy since a
certain reset.
The distance counts up to
99,999.9 km then restarts at 0.
The average electrical energy
economy displays the approximate
average kWh per 100 kilometres
(kWh/100 km).
To reset, press and hold 9.
Tyre pressure (kPa)
Checks tyre pressure of all wheels
during driving 3 233.
Average speed
Display of average speed. The
measurement can be reset at any
time.
Timer
To start and stop, press 9. To reset,
press > and confirm reset.