18In briefElectronic climate control system
● Press Ê. LED illuminates in the
button when activated.
● Temperature, air distribution and cooling are regulated
automatically and the fan runs at
high speed.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü
3 45.
Electronic climate control system
3 118.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait three seconds after depressing
clutch pedal and then pull up the
collar on the selector lever and
engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 145.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 184, 3 218.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 165.
● 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 41, 3 47,
3 56.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
84Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 85
Steering wheel adjustment ........85
Steering wheel controls .............85
Horn ........................................... 85
Steering column controls ...........85
Windscreen wiper/washer .........86
Rear window wiper/washer .......87
Outside temperature ..................87
Clock ......................................... 88
Power outlets ............................. 88
Cigarette lighter ......................... 90
Ashtrays .................................... 90
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 91
Instrument cluster ......................91
Speedometer ............................. 91
Odometer .................................. 91
Trip odometer ............................ 91
Tachometer ............................... 92
Fuel gauge ................................ 92
Fuel economy gauge .................93
Service display .......................... 93
Control indicators ......................94
Turn signal ................................. 96Seat belt reminder.....................97
Airbag and belt tensioners .........97
Airbag deactivation ....................97
Charging system .......................98
Malfunction indicator light ..........98
Service vehicle soon .................98
Stop engine ............................... 98
Brake system ............................. 98
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....99
Upshift ....................................... 99
Electronic Stability Program ......99
Electronic Stability Program off ............................................. 99
Engine coolant temperature ......99
Preheating ............................... 100
AdBlue ..................................... 100
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 100
Engine oil pressure ..................100
Fuel economy mode ................101
Low fuel ................................... 101
Stop-start system ....................101
Exterior light ............................ 101
High beam ............................... 101
Fog light ................................... 101
Rear fog light ........................... 101
Cruise control .......................... 102
Tachograph ............................. 102
Door open ................................ 102Information displays...................102
Driver Information Centre ........102
Info display .............................. 102
Vehicle messages ......................103
Warning chimes .......................104
Engine oil level ........................ 104
Trip computer ............................. 105
Tachograph ................................ 107
96Instruments and controlsControl indicators in the roof
console
Overview
OTurn signal 3 96XSeat belt reminder 3 97vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 97Ó ONAirbag activation 3 97* OFFAirbag deactivation 3 97pCharging system 3 98ZMalfunction indicator light
3 98FService vehicle soon 3 98CStop engine 3 98RBrake system 3 98uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 99kjUpshift, downshift 3 99RElectronic Stability Program
3 99ØElectronic Stability Program
off 3 99WEngine coolant temperature
3 99!Preheating 3 100YAdBlue 3 100wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 100IEngine oil pressure 3 100ECOFuel economy mode 3 101YLow fuel 3 101DAutostop (Stop-start system)
3 101\Autostop inhibited (Stop-
start system) 3 1019Exterior light 3 1018Exterior light 3 101CHigh beam 3 101>Fog light 3 101øRear fog light 3 101mCruise control 3 102UCruise control speed limiter
3 102&Tachograph 3 102yDoor open 3 102
Turn signal
O flashes green.
Flashes if a turn signal or the hazard
warning flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse.
An audible warning can be heard
when the turn signals are on.
Bulb replacement 3 173.
100Instruments and controlsCaution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 167.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
The control indicator must be blue
before continuing driving.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
AdBlue Y illuminates yellow.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue as
soon as possible, to avoid prevention
of engine starts.
Illuminates together with control
indicator F to indicate a system
failure or as a warning that engine
starting may not be possible after a
certain distance. Seek the assistance
of a workshop immediately.
A corresponding message appears in the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
AdBlue percentage remaining can
also be checked by pressing button
repeatedly on end of wiper lever. Trip
computer 3 105.
AdBlue 3 139.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with C 3 98 and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre when a puncture or severely under-inflated
tyre is detected.Flashes
Fault in system. After a delay the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with A 3 98 and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre when a
tyre without a pressure sensor is
mounted (e.g. spare wheel).
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 186.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
If control indicator I illuminates
when the engine is running (together
with control indicator C and a
warning chime): Stop, switch off
engine.
162Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................163
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 163
Vehicle storage ........................163
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....164
Vehicle checks ........................... 164
Performing work ......................164
Bonnet ..................................... 164
Engine oil ................................. 165
Engine air filter ........................ 166
Engine coolant ......................... 167
Power steering fluid .................167
Washer fluid ............................ 168
Brakes ..................................... 168
Brake fluid ............................... 168
Vehicle battery ......................... 169
Diesel fuel filter ........................171
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....171
Wiper blade replacement ........172
Bulb replacement .......................173
Headlights ............................... 173
Fog lights ................................. 173
Front turn signal lights .............174
Tail lights ................................. 174
Side turn signal lights ..............175Centre high-mounted brake
light ......................................... 175
Reversing light ......................... 176
Number plate light ...................177
Fog tail light ............................. 177
Interior lights ............................ 178
Instrument panel illumination ...178
Electrical system ........................179
Fuses ....................................... 179
Instrument panel fuse box .......180
Vehicle tools .............................. 183
Tools ........................................ 183
Wheels and tyres .......................184
Tyres ....................................... 184
Winter tyres ............................. 184
Tyre designations ....................184
Tyre pressure .......................... 184
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 186
Tread depth ............................. 188
Changing tyre and wheel size . 188
Wheel covers ........................... 188
Tyre chains .............................. 189
Tyre repair kit .......................... 189
Wheel changing .......................192
Spare wheel ............................ 193
Jump starting ............................. 195Towing....................................... 196
Towing the vehicle ...................196
Towing another vehicle ...........197
Appearance care .......................198
Exterior care ............................ 198
Interior care ............................. 200
Vehicle care163General Information
Accessories and vehicle modifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Any modification, conversion or other changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control
units) may invalidate the warranty
offered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may impact fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle and
cause the vehicle to no longer
conform to the type approval,
impacting the validity of your vehicle
registration.Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash the vehicle. Wax painted parts of the vehicle. Exterior care
3 198.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park vehicle in a dry, wellventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear. Prevent the vehicle
from rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Since the durability of AdBlue is limited to two years, fluid should
be exchanged if it is too old. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
● Fit the number plate, if necessary.
Vehicle care193
3.Place lifting pad spigot of the jack
under the jacking hole located
nearest the wheel concerned.
Ensure the jack is positioned
correctly. The jack base must be
on the ground directly below the
jacking hole in a manner that
prevents it from slipping.
4. Install wrench onto the jack and raise the vehicle by turning the
wrench until the wheel is clear of
the ground.
5. Unscrew wheel bolts completely by turning anticlockwise and wipe
clean with a cloth.
Put wheel bolts somewhere
where the threads will not be
soiled.
6. Change the wheel. Spare wheel 3 193.
7. Screw in the wheel bolts.
8. Lower the vehicle and remove jack.
9. Tighten each of the wheel bolts in
a crosswise sequence using the
wheel wrench. Ensure the wrench locates securely. The wrench
should turn clockwise to tighten
the bolts. Invert the wrench if
necessary.
Tightening torque is 160 Nm.
10. Replace the wheel cover, ensuring that the valve hole in thewheel cover is aligned with the
tyre valve before installing.
Note
If applicable, fit anti-theft bolts
nearest the tyre valve (otherwise it
may not be possible to refit the wheel
cover).11. Stow the replaced wheel 3 193
and the vehicle tools 3 183.
12. Have the new wheel balanced on the vehicle.
Check the tyre pressure of the
installed tyre 3 218.
Check the wheel bolt torque.
Have the defective tyre renewed or
repaired as soon as possible.
Spare wheel
Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel
3 189.
If mounting a spare wheel which is
different from the other wheels, this
wheel might be classified as a
temporary spare wheel and the
corresponding speed limits apply,
even though no label indicates this.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
check the applicable speed limit.
200Vehicle careClean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage with
a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean any leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using a soft damp cloth. If necessary use aweak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could
damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.