2017.5 VAUXHALL VIVARO steering

160Driving and operatingIn the case of trailer loads of
1200 kg or more, the vertical coupling load should not be less than 50 kg.
Rear axle load When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded (including all occupants), the permissible rear
axle load (see identification plate or
vehicle documents) must not be
exceeded.
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 the system is working, keep steering wheel as still as
possible.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) is a
function of the Electronic Stability
Program (ESP® Plus
) 3 147.

Vehicle care161Vehicle careGeneral Information...................162
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 162
Vehicle storage ........................162
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....163
Vehicle checks ........................... 163
Performing work ......................163
Bonnet ..................................... 163
Engine oil ................................. 164
Engine air filter ........................ 165
Engine coolant ......................... 166
Power steering fluid .................166
Washer fluid ............................ 167
Brakes ..................................... 167
Brake fluid ............................... 167
Vehicle battery ......................... 168
Diesel fuel filter ........................170
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....170
Wiper blade replacement ........171
Bulb replacement .......................172
Headlights ............................... 172
Fog lights ................................. 172
Front turn signal lights .............173
Tail lights ................................. 173
Side turn signal lights ..............174Centre high-mounted brake
light ......................................... 174
Reversing light ......................... 175
Number plate light ...................176
Fog tail light ............................. 176
Interior lights ............................ 177
Instrument panel illumination ...177
Electrical system ........................178
Fuses ....................................... 178
Instrument panel fuse box .......179
Vehicle tools .............................. 182
Tools ........................................ 182
Wheels and tyres .......................183
Tyres ....................................... 183
Winter tyres ............................. 183
Tyre designations ....................183
Tyre pressure .......................... 183
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 185
Tread depth ............................. 187
Changing tyre and wheel size . 187
Wheel covers ........................... 187
Tyre chains .............................. 188
Tyre repair kit .......................... 188
Wheel changing .......................191
Spare wheel ............................ 192
Jump starting ............................. 194Towing....................................... 195
Towing the vehicle ...................195
Towing another vehicle ...........196
Appearance care .......................197
Exterior care ............................ 197
Interior care ............................. 199

166Vehicle careEngine coolantThe coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be just above the
MINI mark. Top-up if the level is low.9Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top-up with antifreeze. If no
antifreeze is available, use clean tap
water or distilled water. Install the cap
tightly. Have the antifreeze
concentration checked and have the
cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop.
If a substantial amount of coolant is
required, it will be necessary to bleed
any trapped air from the cooling
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
If the coolant temperature is too high, control indicator W 3 97 illuminates
red in the instrument cluster, together
with C 3 96. Consult a workshop if
coolant level is sufficient.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap or from
entering the reservoir.
The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the front left wheel
arch, behind a trim panel.
The fluid level normally does not need
to be checked. If an unusual noise is
heard during steering or if the power
steering reacts conspicuously, seek
the assistance of a workshop.

Vehicle care181No.Circuit1Battery backup (with electronic
key system)2Adaptations3Adaptations4Vehicle battery (with electronic key system)5Additional heating and ventila‐
tion / Air conditioning system6Supplementary heating and
ventilation system7Electric exterior mirrors / Addi‐
tional adaptations8Heated exterior mirrors9Radio / Multimedia / Electric
exterior mirrors / Diagnostic
socket10Multimedia / Trailer hitch11Courtesy lights / Battery
discharge protectionNo.Circuit12Right-hand high beam / Left-
hand low beam / Sidelights /
Right-hand daytime running
light13Hazard warning flashers / Turn
and lane-change signals14Central locking15Left-hand high beam / Right-
hand low beam / Tail lights /
Left-hand daytime running light16Front fog lights / Rear fog lights /
Number plate lighting17Alarm / Horn / Lighting / Wiper18Instrument cluster19Heating and ventilation system20Rear window wiper / Wind‐
screen washer pump / Horn21General battery22Reversing lights23Brake switchNo.Circuit24Fuel injection / Starter25Airbag / Steering column lock26Passenger power window27Power steering28Brake lights29Battery backup (with electronic
key system)30Service display31Cigarette lighter / Power outlet32Heating and ventilation system33Brake lights / ABS / Immobiliser34Interior lighting / Air conditioning35Starting with electronic key
system36Rear window wiper37Warning chimes38Load compartment power outlet39Driver power window

188Vehicle careTyre chains
Tyre chains are only permitted on the
front wheels.
Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 15 mm to the tyre tread
and the inboard sides (including chain lock).
For tyre size 215/60 R17, consult a
workshop.
9 Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Wheel covers on steel wheels may
come into contact with parts of the
chains. In such cases, remove the
wheel covers.
Tyre chains may only be used at
speeds up to 30 mph and, when
travelling on roads that are free of
snow, they may only be used for brief
periods since they are subject to rapid wear on a hard road and may snap.
The use of tyre chains is not permitted on the temporary spare wheel.
Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread or
sidewall can be repaired with the tyre
repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding four mm or
that is at tyre sidewall near the rim
cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If the vehicle has a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear or reverse gear.
The tyre repair kit is located under the
driver's seat. Vehicle tools 3 182.
1. Remove the compressor and sealant bottle from the tyre repairkit case.
2. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the
compartments on the underside
of the compressor.

196Vehicle careCaution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Caution
Activate the child locks in the rear
doors if the rear seats are
occupied. Child locks 3 30.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Notice
Depending on version, it may be
necessary to switch on the engine to
permit operation of brake lights.
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.
Switch on hazard warning flashers
3 109.
To prevent the entry of exhaust fumes
from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation system 3 115 and
close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace cap.
Towing another vehicle
The fixed towing eye is located under the rear bumper, on the left vehicle
side.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the rear towing eye, never to
the rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.

223Charging system .......................... 96
Child locks ................................... 30
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 63
Child restraint systems ................63
Cigarette lighter ........................... 88
Cleaning the vehicle ...................197
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............114
Clock ............................................ 86
Coat hooks ................................... 73
Coin holder ................................... 71
Collision damage repair ..............219
Control indicators.......................... 92
Control of the vehicle .................128
Controls ........................................ 83
Controls in steering wheel ............83
Convex shape .............................. 39
Coolant ....................................... 166
Coolant and antifreeze ...............201
Coolant heater ............................ 119
Cooling (A/C) .............................. 115
Cornering light ............................ 108
Cruise control ....................100, 149
Cupholders .................................. 73
Curtain airbag system .................. 61D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ........107, 108
Declaration of conformity ............217
DEF ............................................ 137
Demisting and defrosting ..............15
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................137
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 170
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......170
Diesel particle filter ....................136
Directional tyres ..................183, 192
Distance to service .......................91
Document tray .............................. 73
Door locks..................................... 24
Door open .................................. 100
Door panel storage .......................74
Doors ............................................ 31
Double cab ................................... 74
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........136
Driver assistance systems ..........149
Driver Information Centre ...........100
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 159
Driving economically................... 127
Driving hints ........................ 127, 128
Driving style indicator ...................91E
ECO mode .................................. 127
ecoScoring.................................. 103
Electric adjustment ......................39
Electrical accessories ...................86
Electrical system......................... 178
Electronic climate control system 116
Electronic data recording ..............41
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Program 97,
147, 160
Electronic Stability Program off ...97
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......163
Engine air filter............................ 165
Engine air flow indicator .............165
Engine coolant ........................... 166
Engine coolant temperature ........97
Engine data ............................... 206
Engine Drag Torque Control ......147
Engine exhaust .......................... 136
Engine identification ...................204
Engine oil ...........164, 201, 205, 215
Engine oil additives ....................201
Engine oil level .......................... 102
Engine oil pressure ......................98
Engine oil viscosity grades .........201
Enhanced Traction function 146, 147
Entry lighting .............................. 112
Event data recorders ..................219
Exhaust gases ....................136, 195

225JJack ............................................ 182
Journey record............................ 103
Jump starting ............................. 194
K
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 77
Lashing straps .............................. 77
Laying up the vehicle ..........162, 168
LED spotlights ............................ 110
Light covers, misted.................... 110
Lighting ....................................... 106
Lighting features .........................112
Light switch ................................ 106
Load compartment ................33, 76
Load compartment cover .............77
Load compartment grille ...............79
Load compartment lighting .........111
Loading information .....................80
Load-through feature ....................74
Low fuel ....................................... 99
Luggage floor net .........................77
M
Malfunction indicator light ............96
Manual adjustment ......................39
Manual anti-dazzle ......................40Manual transmission .................. 143
Maximum speed limiter............... 152
Messages ................................... 101
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 39, 40
Misted light covers .....................110
N New vehicle running-in ..............129
Number plate light .....................176
O
Object detection systems ...........152
Odometer ..................................... 89
Oil ............................................... 164
Oil, engine .................. 164, 201, 205
Oil pressure .................................. 98
Outside temperature ....................85
Overcab storage ..........................76
Overrun cut-off ........................... 133
P Parking ................................ 18, 136
Parking assist ............................ 152
Parking brake ............................ 145
Particulate filter ........................... 136
Pedals......................................... 128
Performing work ........................163
Phone controls.............................. 83
Phone holder ................................ 71
Pollen filter ................................. 126Power button........................ 17, 129
Power outlets ............................... 86
Power steering fluid ....................166
Power windows ............................ 42
Preheating ........................... 98, 131
Puncture ..................................... 191
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 220
Radio remote control ...................20
Reading lights ............................ 111
Rear air conditioning system .....118
Rear courtesy lights ....................110
Rear door manual lock .................24
Rear doors .............................. 24, 31
Rear fog light ............................... 99
Rear fog lights ....................106, 110
Rear heating system .................. 118
Rear parcel shelf .......................... 77
Rear seats ................................... 49
2nd row seats ............................ 49
3rd row seats............................. 49
Folding ...................................... 49
Installing .................................... 49
Rear seat access ......................49
Removing .................................. 49
Seat cushion adjustment ...........49
Rear view camera ...................... 154
Rear windows .............................. 42