170Vehicle care● A discharged vehicle battery canalready freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a vehicle battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much
less than that of the discharged
vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the vehicle battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral.
Lead connection order:
1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged vehicle battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged
vehicle battery as possible,
however at least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump.
2. After five minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
one minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. three minutes with the
leads connected.
Vehicle care1714. Switch on electrical consumers(e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle
Release the cap by carefully lifting
with a screwdriver. To prevent
damage, it is recommended to place
a cloth between the screwdriver and
the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 158.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
Caution
The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering
the vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Note
If neutral cannot be selected on
vehicles with manual transmission
automated (MTA), the vehicle must
only be towed with the drive wheels
raised off the ground.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
172Vehicle careTo prevent the entry of exhaust gasesfrom the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation 3 107 and close the
windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the cap.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
side of the cap. Release the cap by
carefully levering the screwdriver. To
prevent damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver
and the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 158.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap.
Appearance care
Exterior care Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock
function. After using a de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
WashingThe paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing. Restrictions for
filmed or matt painted body parts or
decor tapes, see "Polishing and
waxing".
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.
180Technical dataIdentification plate
The identification plate is located in
the engine compartment, attached to
the bulkhead.
Information on identification label:1:type approval number2:vehicle Identification Number3:vehicle type identification
code4:permissible gross vehicle
weight rating in kg5:permissible gross train weight
in kg6:maximum permissible front
axle load in kg7:maximum permissible rear
axle load in kg8:engine type9-11:vehicle-specific or country-
specific data
Note
The identification plate on your
vehicle may differ from the
illustration shown.
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the
front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
Engine identification
The engine number is stamped on the engine block.
The technical data tables show the
engine identifier code. Engine data
3 182.
To identify the respective engine,
refer to the engine power in the EEC
Certificate of Conformity provided
with your vehicle or other national
registration documents.
Customer information193When using the vehicle, situations
may occur in which technical data
related to other information (accident report, damages on the vehicle,
witness statements etc.) may be
associated with a specific person -
possibly, with the assistance of an
expert.
Additional functions contractually
agreed upon with the client (e.g.
vehicle location in emergency cases)
allow the transmission of particular vehicle data from the vehicle.
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
RFID technology is used in some
vehicles for functions such as tyre
pressure monitoring and ignition
system security. It is also used in
connection with conveniences such
as radio remote controls for door
locking/unlocking and starting, and in-
vehicle transmitters for garage door
openers. RFID technology in Opel
vehicles does not use or record
personal information or link with any
other Opel system containing
personal information.
194IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 140
Adjustable air vents ...................110
Airbag activation ........................... 90
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........82
Airbag deactivation ..........53, 83, 90
Airbag label............................. 48, 53
Airbag system .............................. 48
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 111
Air conditioning system .............. 107
Air intake .................................... 111
Air vents...................................... 110
Alert .............................................. 95
Antilock brake system ................ 126
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......84
Anti-Slip Regulator (ASR) ...........128
Anti-theft locking system .............. 29
Appearance care ........................172
Armrest ......................................... 40
Ashtrays ....................................... 75
ASR (Anti-Slip Regulator) ...........128
Audible warning chimes................ 95
Autoclose ...................................... 90
Automatic fuel cut-off ............96, 115
Automatic locking .........................90
Autostop ..................................... 116
AUX socket ................................... 74B
Battery ........................................ 146
Battery discharge protection ......105
Belts.............................................. 45
Bonnet ....................................... 142
Brake and clutch fluid .................177
Brake assist ............................... 127
Brake fluid .................................. 145
Brake pad wear ............................ 84
Brakes ............................... 126, 145
Brake system ............................... 84
Breakdown.................................. 171
Bulb replacement ....................... 148
C Capacities .................................. 189
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................120
Central locking system ................24
Centre high-mounted brake light 151
Change engine oil .......................88
Changing tyre and wheel size ...162
Charging system .......................... 83
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 57
Child restraints.............................. 55
Child restraint systems ................55
Child safety system for rear windows .................................... 32
195Chimes......................................... 95
Cigarette lighter ........................... 75
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............106
Clock....................................... 72, 90
CNG............................................ 189
Collision damage repair ..............191
Control indicators.......................... 79
Control of the vehicle .................113
Controls ........................................ 70
Convex shape .............................. 30
Coolant and antifreeze ...............177
Cruise control ...................... 90, 130
Cupholders .................................. 61
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Date .............................................. 90
Daytime running lights ..........90, 100
Declaration of conformity ............191
Diesel particle filter ...............86, 120
Distance to next service ...............90
Door open .................................... 90
Doors ...................................... 26, 28
Drain fuel filter ............................. 89
Driver assistance systems ..........130
Driver Information Centre .............90
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 138
Driving hints ................................ 113E
Eco mode (E).............................. 124
Electric adjustment ......................30
Electrical system......................... 154
Electronic climate control system 108
Electronic driving programmes ..124
Electronic Stability Control ..85, 129
Electronic Stability Control (ESC). 85
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......141
Engine compartment fuse box ...155
Engine coolant ........................... 144
Engine coolant temperature ........86
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 78
Engine data ............................... 182
Engine exhaust .......................... 120
Engine identification ...................180
Engine oil ...........143, 177, 181, 189
Engine oil pressure ......................87
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) 129
Event data recorders ..................192
Exit lighting ................................ 105
Extendable load compartment cover ................................... 63, 67
Exterior care .............................. 172
Exterior light ................................. 89
Exterior lighting ......................13, 99
Exterior mirrors ............................. 30F
Fault ........................................... 125
Fixed air vents ........................... 111
Fog light ....................................... 90
Fog lights ................................... 150
Folding front passenger seat ........38
Folding mirrors ............................. 31
Folding seats .......................... 41, 42
Front airbag system .....................52
Front fog lights ........................... 101
Front passenger seat Folding ...................................... 38
Table position ............................ 38
Front seats.................................... 36
Front storage ................................ 61
Front turn signal light ..................148
Fuel............................................. 134
Fuel consumption .........................90
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 137
Fuel cut-off system .........81, 96, 115
Fuel for diesel engines ..............134
Fuel for natural gas operation ...134
Fuel for petrol engines ...............134
Fuel gauge ................................... 77
Fuel selector ................................ 77
Fuel system messages .........96, 115
Fuel tank ..................................... 189
Fuses ......................................... 154
196GGauges ......................................... 76
Gear shifting ................................. 85
General information ...................138
Generic warning .............81, 96, 115
Glovebox ..................................... 61
Gross Vehicle Weight ...................67
H
Halogen headlights ....................148
Hand brake ................................. 127
Hazard warning flashers ............100
Headlamp washer......................... 72
Headlight flash ............................. 99
Headlight range adjustment ......100
Headlights..................................... 99
Headlights when driving abroad 100
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 35
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 34
Heating ........................................ 40
Heating and ventilation system . 106
High beam ............................. 89, 99
Hill start assist ...................... 85, 127
Horn ....................................... 14, 70
I Identification plate .....................180
Ignition switch positions .............114
Immobiliser ............................ 29, 89Indicators...................................... 76
Information displays...................... 90
Initial drive information.................... 6
Installing seats .............................. 42
Instrument cluster ........................76
Instrument panel fuse box .........156
Instrument panel illumination .....154
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 102
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............60
Interior care ............................... 175
Interior lighting ......................90, 102
Interior lights ...................... 103, 153
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX .......................................... 55
J Jump starting ............................. 169
K Kerb weight................................... 67Key number .................................. 20
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Language ..................................... 90
Lashing eyes ......................... 65, 67
Laying up the vehicle ..................146Light switch .................................. 99
Load compartment ................28, 62
Load compartment cover .............63
Load compartment grille ...............66
Load compartment lighting .........104
Loading ............................. 38, 41, 42
Loading information .............67, 187
Loadspace dimensions ...............187
Lock cylinders ............................... 20
Low engine oil level .....................88
Low fuel ....................................... 88
Luggage floor net .........................65
Lumbar support ............................ 37
M Malfunction indicator light ............83
Manual adjustment ......................30
Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual door locks ........................22
Manual mode ............................. 124
Manual transmission .................. 121
Manual transmission automated 122
Manual windows ..........................32
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................102
Multifunction display .....................90
N
Natural gas ................................. 189
New vehicle running-in ..............114
Number plate light .....................152