2017.5 VAUXHALL CORSA F towing

188Driving and operating9Warning
Towing a trailer is permitted only
when a coupling ball bar is fitted correctly. If the coupling ball bardoes not engage correctly, seekthe assistance of a workshop.
Dismounting the coupling ball bar
Insert the key in the lock and unlock
the coupling ball bar.
Push the rotary knob onto the
coupling ball bar and rotate right while pressed down until it engages. Pull
out the ball bar downwards.
Insert sealing plug in opening for
coupling ball bar. Fold away socket.
Trailer stability assist
If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is
selectively braked until the snaking ceases. While system is working keep
steering wheel as still as possible.
Trailer stability assist is a function of
the Electronic Stability Control 3 151.

Vehicle care189Vehicle careGeneral Information...................190
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 190
Vehicle storage ........................190
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....191
Vehicle checks ........................... 191
Performing work ......................191
Bonnet ..................................... 191
Engine oil ................................. 192
Engine coolant ......................... 193
Washer fluid ............................ 195
Brakes ..................................... 195
Brake fluid ............................... 195
Vehicle battery ......................... 195
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....197
Wiper blade replacement ........197
Bulb replacement .......................198
Halogen headlights ..................198
Xenon headlights .....................201
Fog lights ................................. 202
Front turn signal lights .............202
Tail lights ................................. 202
Side turn signal lights ..............204
Centre high-mounted brake light ......................................... 205Number plate light...................205
Interior lights ............................ 206
Instrument panel illumination ...206
Electrical system ........................206
Fuses ....................................... 206
Engine compartment fuse box . 207
Instrument panel fuse box .......209
Vehicle tools .............................. 211
Tools ........................................ 211
Wheels and tyres .......................212
Winter tyres ............................. 212
Tyre designations ....................212
Tyre pressure .......................... 213
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 214
Tread depth ............................. 218
Changing tyre and wheel size . 218
Wheel covers ........................... 219
Tyre chains .............................. 219
Tyre repair kit .......................... 219
Wheel changing .......................225
Spare wheel ............................ 227
Jump starting ............................. 229
Towing ....................................... 231
Towing the vehicle ...................231
Towing another vehicle ...........232Appearance care .......................233
Exterior care ............................ 233
Interior care ............................. 235

Vehicle care211No.Circuit34–35Tyre repair kit36–37Rear wiper38Cigarette lighter39Power windows/Sunroof/Auto‐
matic transmission display40–Vehicle tools
Tools
Vehicles with tyre repair kit
The tools are located together with
the towing eye and tyre repair kit in the load compartment below the floor cover.
On VXR or LPG version or versions
with rear carrier system or double
load-bay floor, the tools are located
together with the towing eye and tyre
repair kit on the right side of the load
compartment, behind a cover.

228Vehicle careTo remove, unscrew wing nut, liftspare wheel, move to a vertical
position and remove from above.
When stowing the replaced wheel or
the temporary spare wheel back in
the spare wheel well, always secure
with the wing nut.Delivery van
Remove load floor.
The spare wheel is screwed down
together with the floor cover.
Unscrew wing nut and lift load cover.
Remove spacer above the spare
wheel, lift the wheel, move to a
vertical position and remove from
above.
When stowing the replaced wheel or
the temporary spare wheel back in
the spare wheel well, always insert
the adapter and secure the load cover with the wing nut.
Depending on the defective replaced
wheel, the spacer can be omitted if
necessary, or the wheel can be bolted down without the floor cover.
Temporary spare wheelCaution
The use of the temporary spare
wheel could affect driveability.
Have the defective tyre renewed
or repaired as soon as possible.
Only mount one temporary spare
wheel. The permissible maximum
speed on the label on the temporary
spare wheel is only valid for the
factory-fitted tyre size.
If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the
rear while towing another vehicle,
mount the temporary spare wheel in
the front and the full size tyre in the
rear.
Tyre chains 3 219.
Spare wheel with directional tyre If possible, fit directional tyres such
that they roll in the direction of travel.
The rolling direction is indicated by a
symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the
sidewall.

Vehicle care231Towing
Towing the vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
lower part of the cap. Release the cap
by carefully moving the screwdriver
downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 211.
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.
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.
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.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: the vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor
further than 60 miles. In all other
cases and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Vehicles with manual transmission
automated: the vehicle must only be
towed facing forwards with the front
axle raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap at the top and engage
downwards.

232Vehicle careTowing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
lower bend of the cap. Release the
cap by carefully moving the
screwdriver downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 211.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
The lashing eye at the rear
underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye.
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 at the top and engage
downwards.

Vehicle care235Liquid gas system9Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Rear carrier system Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
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 the 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 a
weak 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.

261Control indicators.......................... 87
Control of the vehicle .................133
Controls ........................................ 75
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant and antifreeze ...............237
Corner lighting ............................ 115
Cruise control ...................... 95, 153
Cupholders .................................. 56
Curtain airbag system .................. 48
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............115
Declaration of conformity ............254
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......197
Diesel particle filter ...............93, 139
Door open .................................... 95
Doors ............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........153
Driver Information Centre .............96
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 184
Driving hints ................................ 133
E Easy entry..................................... 38
Electric adjustment ......................28
Electrical system......................... 206
Electronic climate control system 125
Electronic driving programmes . ........................................ 142, 147Electronic Stability Control.......... 151
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............93
Electronic Stability Control off....... 93
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......191
Engine compartment fuse box ...207
Engine coolant ........................... 193
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 85
Engine data ............................... 244
Engine exhaust .......................... 139
Engine identification ...................240
Engine oil ................... 192, 237, 241
Engine oil pressure ......................94
Entry lighting .............................. 120
Event data recorders ..................258
Exit lighting ................................ 120
Exterior care .............................. 233
Exterior light ................................. 95
Exterior lighting ....................12, 112
Exterior mirrors ............................. 28
F
Fault ................................... 142, 147
First aid ......................................... 71
First aid kit ................................... 71
Fixed air vents ........................... 130
Flex-Fix system ............................ 58
Fog light ....................................... 95
Fog lights ................................... 202Folding mirrors ............................. 29
Following distance indication ......159
Forward collision alert................. 156
Front airbag system .....................46
Front fog lights ........................... 117
Front seats.................................... 36
Front storage ................................ 57
Front turn signal lights ...............202
Fuel............................................. 176
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 183
Fuel for diesel engines ..............177
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......178
Fuel for petrol engines ...............176
Fuel gauge ................................... 84 Fuel selector ................................ 85
Fuses ......................................... 206
G Gauges ......................................... 82
Gear shifting ................................. 92
General information ...................184
Glovebox ..................................... 56
Graphic-Info-Display ...................101
H Halogen headlights ....................198
Hand brake ......................... 148, 149
Hazard warning flashers ............116
Headlight flash ........................... 114
Headlight range adjustment ......114