2017 OPEL ANTARA Owners Manual

In brief15Windscreen and headlight
washer systems
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 73, Washer fluid 3 161.
Rear window wiper and washer
systemWiper on:push leverWiper off:pull leverWash:press and hold button
Rear window wiper and washer
system 3 74, Wiper blade
replacement 3 165, Washer fluid
3 161.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heated
exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 32, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 29.

16In briefDemisting and defrosting the
windows
Air distribution to V (or l).
Cooling A/C (or n) and air
recirculation 4 are switched on
automatically to improve defrosting
efficiency (air recirculation 4 is
automatically switched off in vehicles
with electronic climate control).
Set temperature to highest level.
Set fan speed to highest level.
Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Close centre air vents, open side air vents and direct them towards the
door windows.
Climate control system 3 114.Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal 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 3 139.

In brief17Automatic transmissionP:parkR:reverseN:neutralD:drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<:higher gear]:lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the foot brake is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 136.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 182, 3 212.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 159.
● 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 28, 3 36,
3 42.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position ACC
● move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
● manual transmission in neutral
● operate clutch and brake pedals ● automatic transmission in P or N
● do not accelerate
● diesel engines: turn key to ON for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes
● turn key to START and release
Starting the engine 3 125.

18In briefStop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal
● shift the selector lever to N
● release the clutch pedal
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
To restart the engine, depress the clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the electrical parking brake.
Pull switch m.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 85.
For maximum force, e.g.
parking with a trailer or on
inclines, pull switch m twice.
● Switch off the engine. ● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or move the selector
lever to P before removing the
ignition key. On an uphill slope, turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
move the selector lever to P
before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close windows and sunroof.
● Turn the ignition key to position
LOCK , push key into ignition
switch and remove.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, depress foot
brake and shift into P before
pushing key into ignition switch and removing.
Turn the steering wheel until
the steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle with p on the
radio remote control 3 22.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 26.

In brief19●The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 158.
● After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx.1 or 2 minutes, before switching
off in order to protect the
turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 20, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 157.

20Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 20
Keys .......................................... 20
Car Pass .................................... 21
Radio remote control .................21
Central locking system ..............22
Child locks ................................. 23
Doors ........................................... 24
Load compartment ....................24
Vehicle security ............................ 25
Anti-theft locking system ...........25
Anti-theft alarm system ..............26
Immobiliser ................................ 28
Exterior mirrors ............................ 28
Convex shape ........................... 28
Electric adjustment ....................28
Folding mirrors .......................... 29
Heated mirrors ........................... 29
Automatic dimming ....................30
Interior mirrors ............................. 30
Manual anti-dazzle ....................30
Automatic anti-dazzle ................30
Windows ...................................... 31
Windscreen ............................... 31Power windows......................... 31
Heated rear window ..................32
Sun visors .................................. 33
Roof ............................................. 33
Sunroof ...................................... 33Keys, locks
Keys Replacement keys
The key number is specified in the Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 198.
Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.

Keys, doors and windows21Car Pass
The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to a
workshop, this vehicle data is needed
in order to perform certain operations.
Radio remote control
Used to operate: ● Central locking system
● Anti-theft locking system
● Anti-theft alarm system
The radio remote control has a range of approx. 6 metres. This range can
be affected by external influences.
The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
● Range exceeded.
● Battery voltage too low.
● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not
in range, which will require
reprogramming. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Unlocking 3 22.Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Key with foldaway key section

22Keys, doors and windowsExtend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit.
Key with fixed key sectionOpen the unit with a small screwdriver
in the notch on the cover. Replace the battery (battery type CR2032), paying
attention to the installation position.
Close the unit.
Central locking system Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the respective door. Pulling the handle once more opens the door.
Note
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.Unlocking
Press q.
Note
If no door is opened within
5 minutes after the vehicle has been unlocked, the vehicle is relocked
automatically (and the anti-theft
alarm is reactivated).
When q is pressed, the instrument
panel illuminates for approx.
30 seconds or until ignition switch is
turned to position ACC.
Locking
Close doors, load compartment, fuelfiller flap, bonnet, windows and
sunroof.
Press p.
The central locking system can be
activated with the windows open.