2017.5 OPEL ANTARA engine

106LightingTail lightsTail lights illuminate together with low
beam/high beam and sidelights.
Automatic light control
When the automatic light control
function is switched on and the
engine is running, low beam switches on automatically depending on
outside light conditions.
For reasons of safety, the light switch
should always remain in the AUTO
position.
To ensure automatic light control
functions properly, do not cover the
light sensor on top of the instrument
panel.
Driving abroad 3 107.
Wiper activated lighting With light switch in the AUTO
position, when the windscreen wiper
is operated for 8 cycles or more the
exterior lights illuminate
automatically.
High beam
To switch from low to high beam,
push lever.
To switch to low beam, pull lever back
again.
Control indicator C 3 90.
Headlight flash
To activate the headlight flash, pull
lever.
Headlight range adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment ?

114Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems.............114
Heating and ventilation system 114
Air conditioning system ...........115
Electronic climate control system .................................... 116
Air vents ..................................... 119
Adjustable air vents .................119
Fixed air vents ......................... 120
Maintenance .............................. 120
Air intake ................................. 120
Pollen filter ............................... 120
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 121
Service .................................... 121Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation system
Controls for: ● Temperature
● Air distribution
● Fan speed
● Demisting and defrosting
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Heated seats ß 3 40.
Temperaturered:warmblue:cold
Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distribution
M:to head area via adjustable air
ventsL:to head area via adjustable air
vents and to foot wellsK:to foot wells and to windscreenJ:to windscreen, front door
windows and foot wellsl:to windscreen, front door
windows and head area via
adjustable air vents
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed.
x:off1:minimum speed4:maximum speed

Climate control115Demisting and defrosting● Set the air distribution switch to l or J
● Set temperature control to warmest level
● Set fan to highest level
● Close centre air vents
● Open side air vents and direct them towards the door windows
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Air conditioning system
In addition to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has controls for:n:cooling4:air recirculationÜ:demisting and defrosting
Heated seats ß 3 40.
Cooling n
Press n
to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by illumination
of the LED in the button. Cooling is
only functional when the engine is
running and climate control fan is switched on.
Press n again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
outside temperature is slightly above
freezing point. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch the cooling system off to save
fuel.
Activated cooling may inhibit
autostops. Stop-start system 3 126.
Air recirculation system 4
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
mode. Activation is indicated by
illumination of the LED in the button.
Press 4 again to deactivate
recirculation mode.9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen might mist up from outside, when cold air is

118Climate controlNote
If A/C is switched on, reducing the
set cabin temperature can cause the engine to restart from an Autostop or
inhibit an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Manual settings
Climate control system settings can
be changed by pressing A/C or by
adjusting the fan speed or air
distribution switch. Changing a
setting will deactivate Automatic
mode.
To return to Automatic mode: Press
AUTO .
Cooling A/C 3 115.
Fan speed x
To deactivate Automatic mode,
change fan speed manually or turn
fan to position off x.
To return to Automatic mode: Switch
on fan and press AUTO.
Air distribution
Press appropriate button for desired
adjustment. Activation is indicated by illumination of the LED in the button.M:to head area via adjustable air
ventsL:to head area via adjustable air
vents and to foot wellsK:to foot wells and to windscreenJ:to windscreen, front door
windows and foot wellsV:to windscreen, front door
windows and head area via
adjustable air vents
All combinations are possible.
To return to Automatic mode: Press
AUTO .
Automatic air recirculation t
The automatic air recirculation
system has an air quality sensor
which switches on automatically if
harmful ambient gases are detected.
Operated by pressing t. Activation is
indicated by illumination of the LED in
the button.
The automatic air recirculation
system is only operational if the
engine is running.

120Climate control
Direct the flow of air by tilting and
swivelling the slats.
9 Warning
Do not attach any objects to the
slats of the air vents. Risk of
damage and injury in case of an
accident.
Fixed air vents
Additional air vents are located
beneath the windscreen, door
windows and in the front and rear foot wells.
The area underneath the front seats
must be kept clear, to allow air flow to
the rear passenger foot well.Maintenance
Air intake
The air intakes in front of the
windscreen in the engine
compartment must be kept clear to
allow air intake. Remove any leaves,
dirt or snow.
Pollen filter Cabin air filtration A particle filter cleans the cabin air
from dust, soot, pollen and spores.

122Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 122
Driving economically ...............122
Control of the vehicle ...............123
Steering ................................... 124
Starting and operating ...............124
New vehicle running-in ............124
Ignition switch positions ...........125
Starting the engine ..................125
Overrun cut-off ........................ 126
Stop-start system ....................126
Parking .................................... 128
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Diesel particle filter ..................129
Catalytic converter ...................130
AdBlue ..................................... 131
Automatic transmission ..............136
Transmission display ...............136
Selector lever .......................... 136
Sport mode .............................. 137
Manual mode ........................... 138
Electronic driving programmes 138
Fault ........................................ 138
Interruption of power supply ....139Manual transmission ..................139
Drive systems ............................ 140
All-wheel drive ......................... 140
Brakes ........................................ 142
Antilock brake system .............142
Parking brake .......................... 143
Brake assist ............................. 144
Hill start assist ......................... 144
Ride control systems .................145
Electronic Stability Control ......145
Descent control system ...........146
Automatic level control ............147
Driver assistance systems .........147
Cruise control .......................... 147
Parking assist .......................... 148
Fuel ............................................ 150
Fuel for diesel engines ............150
Refuelling ................................ 150
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 151
Trailer hitch ................................ 152
General information .................152
Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 152
Trailer towing ........................... 153
Towing equipment ...................153
Trailer stability assist ...............155Driving hints
Driving economically Fuel economy mode
Fuel economy mode is a function that optimises fuel consumption. It affects,
e.g., engine power and torque,
acceleration and gear shift indication.
Manual transmissionActivation
Press s on the instrument panel;
LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation.

Driving and operating123Deactivation
Press s again; LED in the button
extinguishes.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Automatic transmission
Activate fuel economy mode to allow
the transmission to adapt gearshift
patterns, improving the vehicle's fuel
economy.
Activation
In automatic mode, press s.
Control indicator s illuminates in
the instrument cluster 3 89.
The settings of certain electronic
systems are adapted to reduce fuel
consumption:
● The engine reacts less quickly to
the accelerator pedal.
● Automatic upshift points occur sooner and downshift points
occur later.
● The transmission locks itself to the engine at cruising speeds, to
improve efficiency and increase
power and torque.
● The fuel supply is automatically cut-off more quickly during
vehicle deceleration. Overrun
cut-off 3 126.
Do not use fuel economy mode whilst towing, e.g. a trailer.Deactivation
Press s again; control indicator
s extinguishes in the instrument
cluster.
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 3 126.

124Driving and operatingPedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
SteeringCaution
Never leave the steering wheel on
full lock when the vehicle is
stationary, as this may damage
the power steering pump.
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.
Electric power steering Electric power steering does not havepower steering fluid. Regular
maintenance is not required.
Note
If the steering wheel is turned until it
reaches the end of its travel, and is
held in that position for an extended
period of time, power steering assist
may be reduced. If used for an
extended period of time, power
steering assist may be reduced.
Normal use of the power steering
assist should return when the
system cools down.
If power steering assist is lost due to
a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Control indicator 2 3 86.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be
inhibited to allow for charging of the
battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 129.