2017.5 OPEL VIVARO B traction control

12In brief27Ultrasonic parking assist ....154
Electronic Stability
Program (ESP® Plus
)............ 149
Traction Control system
(TC) ..................................... 148
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 109
Instrument panel
illumination control ..............112
Auxiliary heater ...................121
Speed limiter ....................... 153

Instruments and controls99If R illuminates together with control
indicator C and a warning chime,
there is a fault in the braking system.
A corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 102 . Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Brake system 3 146.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly after the ignition is
switched on. The system is ready for
operation when u extinguishes.
If control indicator u does not go out
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. Control indicator F may also
illuminate in the instrument cluster
together a corresponding message in the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
If control indicators u, F , R and C
illuminate, there is a fault in the
braking system. A correspondingmessage appears in the Driver
Information Centre. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Antilock brake system (ABS) 3 146.
Upshift k or j illuminates.
It is recommended to shift gear when
illuminated to improve fuel economy.
Electronic Stability Program
R flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Flashing during driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Illuminates while driving The system is not available. A
corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 102.ESP® Plus
3 149, Traction Control
system 3 148.
Electronic Stability Program off
Ø illuminates green.
If ESP ®Plus
has been deactivated with
Ø on the instrument panel, control
indicator Ø illuminates and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
ESP® Plus
3 149, Traction Control
system 3 148.
Engine coolant temperature
W illuminates blue or red.
Illuminates red briefly when the
ignition is switched on, then turns
blue.
Illuminates red when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine.

Driving and operating129Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 129
Driving economically ...............129
Control of the vehicle ...............130
Steering ................................... 130
Starting and operating ...............131
New vehicle running-in ............131
Ignition switch positions ...........131
Power button ........................... 131
Starting the engine ..................133
Idle speed control ....................134
Vehicle shutdown ....................134
Overrun cut-off ........................ 135
Stop-start system ....................135
Parking .................................... 138
Engine exhaust .......................... 138
Diesel particle filter ..................138
Catalytic converter ...................139
AdBlue ..................................... 139
Manual transmission ..................145
Brakes ........................................ 146
Antilock brake system .............146
Parking brake .......................... 147Brake assist............................. 147
Hill start assist ......................... 147
Ride control systems .................148
Traction Control system ..........148
Electronic stability program .....149
Driver assistance systems .........150
Cruise control .......................... 150
Speed limiter ........................... 153
Parking assist .......................... 154
Rear view camera ...................156
Fuel ............................................ 158
Fuel for diesel engines ............158
Refuelling ................................ 158
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 160
Trailer hitch ................................ 160
General information .................160
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 160
Trailer towing ........................... 161
Trailer stability assist ...............161Driving hints
Driving economically
ECO mode ECO mode is a function that
optimises fuel consumption. It affects
engine power and torque,
acceleration, gear shift indication,
heating, air conditioning and electrical consumers.
Activation
Press ECO. Control indicator ECO
illuminates in the instrument cluster when activated.

136Driving and operatingdeactivated automatically, and the
engine is switched off. Restart engine by pressing START/STOP .
Power button 3 131.
Autostop
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● depress the clutch pedal
● move the selector lever to neutral
● release the clutch pedal
The engine will be switched off while
the ignition stays on if the required
conditions are met.An Autostop is indicated when Ï
illuminates in the instrument cluster
3 101.
During an Autostop, heating and brake performance will be
maintained. Brake assist, however, is
not available 3 147.Caution
The power steering assist may be
reduced during an Autostop.
If you exit the vehicle while the engine
is in an Autostop, a warning chime will
sound and a message " IGNITION
OFF " is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre as a reminder that
the engine is on standby and has not
been switched off.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled,
otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited and control indicator \ will
illuminate in the instrument cluster:
● the stop-start system is not manually deactivated
● the bonnet is fully closed
● the driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened
● the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition
● the engine is warmed up
● the engine coolant temperature is
not too high
● the outside temperature is not too
low or too high (e.g. below 0 °C
or above 30 °C)
● the defrosting function is not activated
● the climate control system does not inhibit an Autostop
● the brake vacuum is sufficient
● the self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active
3 138
● the Antilock brake system (ABS) 3 146, Traction Control system
(TC) 3 148 and Electronic

148Driving and operatingRide control systems
Traction Control system
The Traction Control system (TC) is a component part of the Electronic
Stability Program (ESP® Plus
) which
improves driving stability when
necessary, regardless of the type of
road surface or tyre grip, by
preventing the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the drive wheels starts to spin, engine output is reduced and
the wheel spinning the most is braked
individually. This considerably
improves the driving stability of the
vehicle on slippery road surfaces.
TC is operational as soon as the
ignition is switched on and control
indicator b extinguishes in the
instrument cluster. A corresponding
message also appears in the Driver
Information Centre 3 102.
When TC is active b flashes.9 Warning
Do not let this special safety
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving.
Adapt speed to the road
conditions.
Control indicator b 3 99.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) 3 161.
Enhanced Traction function
If necessary, in the event of soft
ground, mud or snow-covered road
surfaces, the Traction control system
(TC) can be deactivated to enhance
traction:
Press Ø on the instrument panel.
Control indicator Ø illuminates in the
instrument cluster and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
When vehicle speed reaches 50 km/h, the system switches
automatically from Enhanced
Traction function to TC operation.
Control indicator Ø extinguishes in
the instrument cluster.

Driving and operating149TC is reactivated by pressing Ø
again. Control indicator Ø
extinguishes.
TC is also reactivated the next time
the ignition is switched on.
Fault
If the system detects a fault, control
indicator b 3 99 illuminates together
with F 3 98 in the instrument cluster
and a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 102.
TC is not operational. Have the cause
of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 103.
Electronic stability program
The Electronic Stability Program
(ESP® Plus
) improves driving stability
when necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip. It also
prevents the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the vehicle starts to
swerve (understeer/oversteer),
engine output is reduced and thewheels are braked individually. This
considerably improves the driving
stability of the vehicle on slippery road
surfaces.
ESP® Plus
is operational as soon as
the ignition is switched on and control
indicator b extinguishes in the
instrument cluster. A corresponding
message also appears in the Driver
Information Centre 3 102.
When ESP® Plus
comes into action b
flashes.9 Warning
Do not let this special safety
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving.
Adapt speed to the road
conditions.
Control indicator b 3 99.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) 3 161.
Enhanced Traction function
If necessary, in the event of soft
ground, mud or snow-covered road
surfaces, ESP® Plus
can be
deactivated to enhance traction:
Press Ø on the instrument panel.

150Driving and operating
Control indicator Ø illuminates in the
instrument cluster and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
When vehicle speed reaches 50 km/h, the system switches
automatically from Enhanced
Traction function to ESP® Plus
operation. Control indicator Ø
extinguishes in the instrument cluster.
ESP® Plus
is reactivated by pressing
Ø again. Control indicator Ø
extinguishes.
ESP® Plus
is also reactivated the next
time the ignition is switched on.
Engine Drag Torque Control
The engine drag torque control
system is an integral feature of
ESP® Plus
. When downshifting under
slippery road conditions, the engine
speed and torque increases to help
prevent locking of the drive wheels
during sudden deceleration.
Fault
If the system detects a fault, control indicator b 3 99 illuminates together
with F 3 98 in the instrument cluster
and a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 102.
The Electronic stability program
(ESP® Plus
) is not operational. Have
the cause of the fault remedied by a
workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 103.Driver assistance
systems9 Warning
Driver assistance systems are
developed to support the driver
and not to replace the driver's
attention.
The driver accepts full
responsibility when driving the
vehicle.
When using driver assistance
systems, always take care
regarding the current traffic
situation.
Cruise control
The cruise control can store and
maintain speeds of 30 km/h and
above. Deviations from the stored
speeds may occur when driving uphill or downhill.
For safety reasons, the cruise control cannot be activated until the brake
pedal has been operated once.

225Charging system .......................... 98
Child locks ................................... 32
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 68
Child restraints.............................. 65
Child restraint systems ................65
Cigarette lighter ........................... 90
Cleaning the vehicle ...................198
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems .............116
Clock ............................................ 88
Coat hooks ................................... 75
Coin holder ................................... 73
Collision damage repair ..............221
Control indicators.......................... 94
Control of the vehicle .................130
Controls ........................................ 85
Controls in steering wheel ............85
Convex shape .............................. 40
Coolant ....................................... 167
Coolant and antifreeze ...............203
Coolant heater ............................ 121
Cooling (A/C) .............................. 117
Cornering light ............................ 110
Cruise control ....................102, 150
Cupholders .................................. 75
Curtain airbag system .................. 63D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ........109, 110
Declaration of conformity ............219
DEF ............................................ 139
Demisting and defrosting ..............17
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................139
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 171
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......171
Diesel particle filter ....................138
Directional tyres ..................184, 193
Distance to service .......................93
Document tray .............................. 75
Door locks..................................... 25
Door open .................................. 102
Door panel storage .......................76
Doors ............................................ 32
Double cab ................................... 76
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........138
Driver assistance systems ..........150
Driver Information Centre ...........102
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 160
Driving economically................... 129
Driving hints ........................ 129, 130
Driving style indicator ...................93E
ECO mode .................................. 129
ecoScoring.................................. 105
Electric adjustment ......................41
Electrical accessories ...................88
Electrical system......................... 179
Electronic climate control system 118
Electronic data recording ..............43
Electronic key system ...................24
Electronic Stability Program 99,
149, 161
Electronic Stability Program off ...99
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......164
Engine air filter............................ 166
Engine air flow indicator .............166
Engine coolant ........................... 167
Engine coolant temperature ........99
Engine data ............................... 208
Engine Drag Torque Control ......149
Engine exhaust .......................... 138
Engine identification ...................206
Engine oil ...........165, 203, 207, 217
Engine oil additives ....................203
Engine oil level .......................... 104
Engine oil pressure ....................100
Engine oil viscosity grades .........203
Enhanced Traction function 148, 149
Entry lighting .............................. 114
Event data recorders ..................221
Exhaust gases ....................138, 196