98Instruments and controlsSome of the displayed functions differ
when the vehicle is being driven or at
a standstill. Some functions are only
available when the vehicle is being
driven.
Selecting menus and functions The menus and functions can be
selected via the buttons on the turn
signal lever.
Press MENU to switch between the
main menus or to return from a
submenu to the next higher menu
level.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu of the main menu or to set
a numeric value.
Press SET/CLR to select and confirm
a function.
Vehicle and service messages are
popped-up in the Driver Information
Centre if required. Confirm messages
by pressing SET/CLR. Vehicle
messages 3 103.
Trip/Fuel information
Possible pages are: ● digital vehicle speed
● trip odometer
● average fuel economy
● average vehicle speed
● instantaneous fuel economy
● fuel range
● fuel range LPG version
● timer
● outside temperature
Selection and indication is different
between Midlevel display and Uplevel display.Digital vehicle speed
Digital display of the instantaneous
speed.
Trip odometer
Trip odometer displays the current
distance since a certain reset.
Trip odometer counts up to 9999 km
and then restarts at 0.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
between trip odometer 1 and 2 for Uplevel display.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds while viewing this page.
The information of trip page 1 and 2
can be reset separately while the
respective display is active.
Average fuel economy
Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any
time and starts with a default value.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds while viewing this page.
The information of trip page 1 and 2
can be reset separately while the
respective display is active.
Instruments and controls99On vehicles with LPG engines:
Average consumption is indicated for
the currently selected mode, LPG or
petrol.
Average vehicle speed
Display of average speed. The
measurement can be reset at any
time.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds while viewing this page.
The information of trip page 1 and 2
can be reset separately while the
respective display is active.
Instantaneous fuel economy
Display of the instantaneous
consumption.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Instantaneous consumption is
indicated for the currently selected
mode, LPG or petrol.
Fuel range
Range is calculated from current fuel tank level and current consumption. The display shows average values.
After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.When the fuel level in the tank is low,
a message appears on the display
and control indicator Y in the fuel
gauge illuminates.
When the tank must be refuelled
immediately, a warning message
appears and remains on the display.
Additionally, control indicator Y
flashes in the fuel gauge 3 95.
Fuel range, LPG version
Display of the approximate total fuel
range for each fuel tank (LPG and
petrol). A low fuel level in either tank
is indicated by Low in the respective
section.
Timer
To start or stop the timer, press
SET/CLR . To reset, press SET/CLR
for a few seconds.
Outside temperature
Display of current outside
temperature.
Vehicle information
Possible pages are: ● unit
● speed warning
● remaining engine oil life indication
● tyre pressure
● tyre loading
● outside temperature
● following distance
● traffic sign assistant
● language
Selection and indication is different
between Midlevel display and Uplevel
display.
Instruments and controls101Displays the average consumption
development over a distance of
50 km. Filled segments display the
consumption in 5 km steps and shows
the effect of topography or driving
behaviour on fuel consumption.
Graph can be reset by pressing
SET/CLR .
Economy index
The current fuel consumption is
indicated on an economic scale. For
economical driving, adapt driving
style to keep the filled segments
within the Eco area. The more
segments are filled, the higher the
fuel consumption.
Simultaneously, the average
consumption value is indicated.
Top consumers
List of top comfort consumers
currently switched on is displayed in descending order. Fuel saving
potential is indicated.
During sporadic driving conditions,
the engine will activate the heated
rear window automatically to increase
the engine load. In this event, theheated rear window is indicated as
one of the top consumers, without
activation by the driver.
Colour-Info-Display
Depending on the vehicle
configuration, the vehicle has a
Colour-Info-Display with touch screen
functionality.
The Colour-Info-Display with touch
screen functionality indicates in
colour:
● time 3 80
● outside temperature 3 79
● date 3 80
● rear view camera indication 3 172
● parking assist and advanced parking assist instructions
3 160
● electronic climate control settings
3 126
● Infotainment system, see description in the Infotainment
manual
● system messages● vehicle messages 3 103
● settings for vehicle personalisation 3 106
The type of information and how it is
displayed depends on the settings
made.
Selecting menus and settings Menus and settings are selected via
the touch screen display.
Press X to switch on the display.
Press ; to display the homepage.
Tap required menu display icon with
the finger.
Driving and operating133Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 134
Control of the vehicle ...............134
Starting and operating ...............134
New vehicle running-in ............134
Ignition switch positions ...........134
Retained power off ..................135
Starting the engine ..................135
Overrun cut-off ........................ 136
Stop-start system ....................136
Parking .................................... 139
Engine exhaust .......................... 140
Diesel particle filter ..................140
Catalytic converter ...................141
Automatic transmission ..............141
Transmission display ...............141
Selector lever .......................... 141
Manual mode ........................... 142
Electronic driving programmes 143
Fault ........................................ 143
Interruption of power supply ....143
Manual transmission ..................144Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 145
Transmission display ...............145
Starting the engine ..................145
Selector lever .......................... 146
Manual mode ........................... 148
Electronic driving programmes 148
Fault ........................................ 148
Brakes ........................................ 149
Antilock brake system .............149
Parking brake .......................... 150
Brake assist ............................. 150
Hill start assist ......................... 150
Ride control systems .................151
Traction Control system ..........151
Electronic Stability Control ......152
City mode ................................ 153
Driver assistance systems .........154
Cruise control .......................... 154
Speed limiter ........................... 156
Forward collision alert .............157
Following distance indication ...160
Parking assist .......................... 160
Side blind spot alert .................170
Rear view camera ...................172
Traffic sign assistant ................173
Lane departure warning ..........176
Fuel ............................................ 177
Fuel for petrol engines .............177Fuel for diesel engines ............178
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....179
Refuelling ................................ 181
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 184
Trailer hitch ................................ 185
General information .................185
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 185
Trailer towing ........................... 185
Towing equipment ...................186
Trailer stability assist ...............189
134Driving and operatingDriving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
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.
Stop-start system 3 136.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.Use only floor mats, which fit properly and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver side.
Driving downhill
Engage a gear when driving downhill
to ensure that sufficient brake
pressure is available.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.
Additionally, the cleaning process of
the diesel particle filter may take
place more often.
Diesel particle filter 3 140.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for charging of the vehicle battery.
Ignition switch positions Turn key:
140Driving and operatingEngine exhaust9Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Diesel particle filter
The diesel particle filter system filters
harmful soot particles out of the
exhaust gases. The system includes
a self-cleaning function that runs
automatically during driving without
any notification. The filter is cleaned
by periodically burning off the soot
particles at high temperature. This
process takes place automatically
under set driving conditions and may
take up to 25 minutes. Typically it
needs between seven and
12 minutes. Autostop is not available
and fuel consumption may be higher
during this period. The emission of
smells and smoke during this process is normal.
Under certain driving conditions, e.g.
short distances, the system cannot
clean itself automatically.
If cleaning of the filter is required and if previous driving conditions did not
enable automatic cleaning, it will be
indicated by control indicator %.
Simultaneously a warning message
or warning code appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
% illuminates when diesel particle
filter is full. Start cleaning process as
soon as possible.
% flashes when diesel particle filter
has reached the maximum filling
level. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine.
Cleaning process To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
above 2000 revolutions per minute.
Shift down if necessary. Diesel
particle filter cleaning is then started.
If g illuminates additionally,
cleaning is not possible, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Caution
When possible, do not interrupt
cleaning process. Drive until
cleaning is completed to avoid
service or repair by a workshop.
Cleaning takes place quickest at high
engine speeds and loads.
Control indicator % extinguishes as
soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete.
Driving and operating177Activation
The lane departure warning system isactivated by pressing ). The
illuminated LED in the button
indicates that the system is switched
on. When control indicator ) in the
instrument cluster illuminates green, the system is ready to operate.
The system is only operable at
vehicle speeds above 56 km/h and if lane markings are available.
When the system recognises an
unintended lane change, control
indicator ) changes to yellow and
flashes. Simultaneously a chime
sound is activated.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by
pressing ), LED in the button
extinguishes.
At speeds below 56 km/h the system
is inoperable.
Fault The lane departure warning system
may not operate properly when:
● The windscreen is not clean.
● There are adverse environmental
conditions e.g. heavy rain, snow,
direct sunlight or shadows.
The system can not operate when no
lane marking is detected.
Fuel
Fuel for petrol engines
Only use unleaded fuel that complies
with European standard EN 228 or
equivalent.
The engine is capable of running with fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol(e.g. named E10).
Use fuel with the recommended
octane rating. A lower octane rating can reduce engine power and torque
and slightly increases fuel
consumption.Caution
Do not use fuel or fuel additives
that contain metallic compounds
such as manganese-based
additives. This may cause engine
damage.
184Driving and operating
DISH adapter: Austria, Bosnia-
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
France, Greece, Hungary, Italy,
Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia,
Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia,
Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden,
Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine
Fuel filler cap
Only use genuine fuel filler caps.
Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps.
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions
The fuel consumption (combined) of the model Opel Corsa is within arange of 7.5 to 3.4 l/100 km.
The CO 2 emission (combined) is
within a range of 174 to 90 g/km.
For the values specific for your
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of Conformity provided with your vehicle
or other national registration
documents.
General information
The official fuel consumption and
specific CO 2 emission figures quoted
relate to the EU base model with standard equipment.
Fuel consumption data and CO 2
emission data are determined
according to regulation R (EC)
No. 715/2007 (in the latest applicable
version), taking into consideration the
vehicle weight in running order, as specified by the regulation.The figures are provided only for the
purpose of comparison between different vehicle variants and mustnot be taken as a guarantee for the
actual fuel consumption of a
particular vehicle. Additional
equipment may result in slightly
higher results than the stated
consumption and CO 2 figures.
Furthermore, fuel consumption is dependent on personal driving styleas well as road and traffic conditions.