2017.5 OPEL ANTARA stop start

18In briefStop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal
● shift the selector lever to N
● release the clutch pedal
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
To restart the engine, depress the clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 126.
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 the electrical parking brake.
Pull switch m.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 85.
For maximum force, e.g.
parking with a trailer or on
inclines, pull switch m twice.
● Switch off the engine. ● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or move the selector
lever to P before removing the
ignition key. On an uphill slope, turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
move the selector lever to P
before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close windows and sunroof.
● Turn the ignition key to position
LOCK , push key into ignition
switch and remove.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, depress foot
brake and shift into P before
pushing key into ignition switch and removing.
Turn the steering wheel until
the steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle with p on the
radio remote control 3 22.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 26.

32Keys, doors and windowsAdditional switches are located in thefront passenger's door and the reardoors. The rear windows do not open
fully.
Safety function
If the 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, pull the relevant window switch several times until thewindow is closed. The window moves
up with the safety function disabled.Child safety system for rear
windows
Press z to deactivate rear door
power windows. To reactivate, press
z again.
With the child safety system on, rear
door windows can only be operated via the switches in the driver's door.
Overload
If the windows are repeatedly
operated within short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
Heated rear window
Operated by pressing RÜ . LED
illuminates in the button.
Heating works with the key in ignition
switch positions ACC or ON and is
switched off automatically after a
short time.
To avoid discharging the battery,
operate only with the engine running. Do not operate when you are juststarting the vehicle, or if there is a
build up of snow or ice on the rear
window.

Storage69Caution
Do not allow objects to protrude
above the top of the rear floor
storage compartment, to avoid
damage to the storage area and
the load compartment floor.
Jack and vehicle tools 3 179.
Tyre repair kit 3 187.
Temporary spare wheel 3 193.
Lashing eyes
The lashing eyes are designed to
secure items against slippage, e.g.
using lashing straps or a luggage floor
net.
Two additional lashing eyes are
located in front of the rear seats.
Designed for carrying small, light
items only, a luggage floor net helps
keep loads from moving during sharp turns or quick starts and stops.
To install: attach the four net hooks to
the lashing eyes mounted on the load
compartment floor.
Warning triangle Stow the warning triangle below the
floor cover in the load compartment.
First aid kit Stow the first aid kit below the floorcover in the load compartment.
Fire extinguisher Stow the fire extinguisher securely in
the load compartment.Roof rack system
Roof rack
For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact a workshop.
Fasten the roof rack to the roof rails
following the instructions that
accompany the system, ensuring that
the roof load is evenly distributed over the side or cross rails.
Loads must not be placed on the roof
surface. To prevent damage or loss,
check frequently that roof loads are
securely fastened.
Driving with a roof load affects the
vehicle centre of gravity; drive
carefully in crosswinds and do not
drive at high speeds.
Remove the roof rack when not in
use.

78Instruments and controlsCaution
Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g.
electrical charging devices or
batteries.
Do not damage the outlets by
using unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The odometer display is shown in the Driver Information Centre 3 91,
located in the centre of the instrument
cluster.
The bottom line displays the recorded distance in km.

84Instruments and controls9Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Airbag deactivation 3 50.
Charging system p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop vehicle and switch off engine.
Battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective.
Interrupt your journey immediately.
Remove key and check drive belt
condition and tensioning before
seeking the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Can illuminate briefly when driving;
this is normal and does not indicate a system fault.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be exceeded. Fuel economy and vehicle
driveability may be impaired. Seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Control indicator Z also illuminates if
there is a fault in the diesel particle
filter 3 129 or with the automatictransmission 3 138. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Ensure the fuel filler cap is screwed in completely 3 150.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage 3 130 . Ease up on
the accelerator until the flashing
stops. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is
running to indicate a fault in the
engine or transmission electronics.
The electronics switch to an
emergency running programme, fuel
consumption may be increased and
vehicle handling may be impaired.
In some cases, the fault can be
eliminated by switching the engine off
and back on again. If g illuminates
again after restarting the engine, the vehicle may need a service.

Instruments and controls85Have the cause of the fault eliminated
by a workshop.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, stop and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Control indicator R illuminates if the
electrical parking brake is applied and
extinguishes when it is released
3 143.
If it stays lit while the engine is
running, the brakes do not operate as normal, or leaks are found in the
brake system, do not attempt to drive
the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to a workshop for inspection and repair.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when engine is running if
the fluid level for brake hydraulics is
too low 3 162.
Brake system 3 142.
Electrical parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
When the engine is started, m
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates
Electrical parking brake is applied
3 143.
Flashes
Electrical parking brake is not fully
applied or released.
Switch on ignition, depress brake
pedal and attempt to reset the system by first releasing and then re-applying
the electrical parking brake.
If m remains flashing, do not drive
and seek the assistance of a
workshop.Electrical parking brake
fault
p illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, p
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates
Electrical parking brake is operating
with degraded performance 3 143.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.

Instruments and controls87Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
or
Interference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 148.
Electronic Stability Control
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
When the engine is started, b
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.Illuminates
Fault in the system. 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 actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control 3 145.
Electronic Stability Control
off
t illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, t
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when ESC has been
switched off manually by pressing button t on the centre console.
Electronic Stability Control 3 145.Engine coolant temperature
W illuminates red.
When the engine is started, W
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop vehicle and switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 160.
If there is sufficient coolant, seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low. Start the engine when control
indicator extinguishes.

88Instruments and controlsIf it illuminates during driving or if the
engine cannot be started, seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Starting the engine 3 125.
Diesel particle filter % illuminates or flashes yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires
cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes.
Illuminates during driving
Control indicator % illuminates,
accompanied by a warning chime,
when the diesel particle filter is full. Start cleaning process as soon as
possible.
Flashes during driving
Control indicator % flashes when the
maximum filling level of the filter is
reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to theengine. A warning chime sounds
every 3 minutes until the cleaning process is complete.
Diesel particle filter 3 129, Stop-start
system 3 126.
AdBlue
Y flashes yellow.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue as soon as possible, to avoid prevention of engine starts.
A corresponding message may also
appear in the Driver Information
Centre 3 91.
AdBlue 3 131.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
A corresponding message also
appears on the Info-Display 3 92.Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare wheel). After approx. one minute the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. A corresponding
message also appears on the Info-
Display.
Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 183.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.