2017.5 VAUXHALL ADAM catalytic converter

86Instruments and controlsIlluminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Additionally, a warning message is
displayed in the Driver Information Centre.
The vehicle needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. Vehicle messages 3 96.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 168.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 137.
Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 128.
Flashes
Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine with the key 3 16,
3 127.
On some versions, the Driver
Information Centre indicates a
message to operate the clutch pedal
3 96.

88Instruments and controlsoperational. Driving stability,
however, may deteriorate depending
on road surface conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Control 3 139,
Traction Control system 3 138.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
wheel). After 60-90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 188.Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress the clutch.
2. Select neutral gear.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
During an Autostop the brake
servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 166.
Low fuel
Y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 158.
Catalytic converter 3 131.

Driving and operating125Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 125
Control of the vehicle ...............125
Steering ................................... 126
Starting and operating ...............126
New vehicle running-in ............126
Ignition switch positions ...........126
Retained power off ..................126
Starting the engine ..................127
Overrun cut-off ........................ 127
Stop-start system ....................128
Parking .................................... 130
Engine exhaust .......................... 131
Catalytic converter ...................131
Manual transmission ..................132
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 132
Transmission display ...............133
Starting the engine ..................133
Selector lever .......................... 133
Manual mode ........................... 135
Electronic driving programmes 135
Fault ........................................ 135Brakes........................................ 136
Antilock brake system .............136
Parking brake .......................... 137
Brake assist ............................. 137
Hill start assist ......................... 137
Ride control systems .................138
Traction Control system ..........138
Electronic Stability Control ......139
City mode ................................ 140
Driver assistance systems .........142
Cruise control .......................... 142
Speed limiter ........................... 143
Parking assist .......................... 145
Side blind spot alert .................154
Fuel ............................................ 155
Fuel for petrol engines .............155
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....156
Refuelling ................................ 158
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 162Driving 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 3 128.
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 on the Uplevel-
Display.
Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.

Driving and operating131Caution
After running at high enginespeeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle
comes to a standstill within a certain time.
Engine exhaust9 Danger
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.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.
Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on page 3 155 could damage the
catalytic converter or electronic
components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of
the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.

Driving and operating135ParkingThe most recently engaged gear (see
transmission display) remains
engaged when switching off ignition. With N, no gear is engaged.
Therefore always apply the parking
brake when switching off ignition. If
parking brake is not applied, P flashes
in the transmission display and the
key cannot be removed from the
ignition switch. P stops flashing in the
transmission display as soon as the
parking brake is slightly applied.
When the ignition is switched off, the
transmission no longer responds to
movement of the selector lever.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
To start the sensor matching process of the tyre pressure monitoring
system, the selector lever must be
moved and held in position N for
five seconds. P illuminates in the
transmission display to indicate that
the sensor matching process can be
started.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 188.Manual mode
If a higher gear is selected when theengine speed is too low, or a lower
gear when the speed is too high, the
shift is not executed. This prevents
the engine from running at too low or too high an engine speed. A warning
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre. Vehicle
messages 3 96.
If engine speed is too low, the
transmission automatically shifts to a
lower gear.
If engine speed is too high, the
transmission only switches to a higher gear via kickdown.
When + or - is selected in automatic
mode, the transmission switches to
manual mode and shifts accordingly.
Gear shift indication
The symbol R, with a number
alongside it, is indicated when
gearshifting is recommended for fuel
saving reasons.
Shift indication appears only in
manual mode.Electronic driving
programmes
● Following a cold start, the operating temperature
programme increases engine
speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
● The adaptive programme tailors gearshifting to the driving
conditions, e.g. greater load or gradients.
Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is pressed
down completely in automatic mode, the transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on engine speed.
Fault
To prevent damage to the manual transmission automated, the clutch is
engaged automatically at high clutch
temperatures.

234IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 163
Adjustable air vents ...................123
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........85
Airbag deactivation ................44, 85
Airbag label................................... 39 Airbag system .............................. 39
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 124
Air conditioning system .............. 116
Air intake .................................... 123
Air vents...................................... 123
Antilock brake system ................ 136
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......87
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................208
Ashtrays ....................................... 78
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................28
Automatic light control ...............108
Automatic locking ........................23
Autostop ..................................... 128
B Battery discharge protection ......114
Battery voltage ............................. 98 Belts.............................................. 37
Bicycle rack .................................. 53
Bonnet ....................................... 165Brake and clutch fluid.................213
Brake and clutch system .............86
Brake assist ............................... 137
Brake fluid .................................. 168
Brakes ............................... 136, 168
Breakdown.................................. 205
Bulb replacement ....................... 171
C Capacities .................................. 225
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................131
Central locking system ................22
Changing tyre and wheel size ...192
Charging system .......................... 85
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 47
Child restraints.............................. 45
Child restraint systems ................45
Cigarette lighter ........................... 78
City mode ................................... 140
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............115
Clock ............................................ 75
Code ............................................. 96
Collision damage repair ..............230
Colour-Info-Display .......................94
Control indicators.......................... 82
Control of the vehicle .................125
Controls ........................................ 71