2017 OPEL INSIGNIA engine coolant

Vehicle care231Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
cold regions with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 276.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
Depending on version, the filling line
mark is inside the filler opening. To check, open the cap.
Additional cooling circuit for Turbo
engine
Coolant container is fixed to the air
cleaner housing.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.

232Vehicle careGeneral9Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of
approved coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Power steering fluid
Caution
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/dipstick or
from entering the reservoir.
Power steering fluid level normally
does not have to be checked. If an
unusual noise sounds during steering or the power steering reacts
conspicuous seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
windscreen washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.

Service and maintenance277Dexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for
petrol and diesel engines. If it is
unavailable, engine oils of other listed qualities must be used.
Recommendations for petrol engines
are also valid for Compressed Natural
Gas (CNG), Liquified Petroleum Gas
(LPG) and Ethanol (E85) fuelled
engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 281.
Topping up engine oil
Engine oils of different manufacturers
and brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only
ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
prohibited, since it can cause long-
term engine damage under certain
operating conditions.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 281.Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information on the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 281.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze Use only organic acid type-long life
coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for
the vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. Incold regions with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Washer fluid Use only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of
wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.

321Charging system ........................ 105
Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 64
Child restraint systems ................64
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............141
Clock............................................. 90
Collision damage repair ..............316
Colour-Info-Display .....................118
Control indicators........................ 104
Control of the vehicle .................156
Controls ........................................ 86
Convex shape .............................. 38
Coolant and antifreeze ...............276
Cruise control ....................110, 181
Cupholders .................................. 70
Curtain airbag system .................. 62
Curve lighting.............................. 133
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............132
Declaration of conformity ............313
DEF ............................................ 165
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................165
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......235
Diesel particle filter .............108, 164
Door open .................................. 111Doors............................................ 30
Driver assistance systems ..........181
Driver Information Centre ...........111
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 222
Driving hints ................................ 156
Dual automatic climate control system ..................................... 148
E Electric adjustment ......................38
Electrical system......................... 246
Electric parking brake .........106, 175
Electric parking brake fault .........106
Electronic driving programmes ..171
Electronic key system ...................23
Electronic Stability Control.......... 177
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........108
Electronic Stability Control off..... 108
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......228
Engine compartment fuse box ...248
Engine coolant ........................... 231
Engine coolant temperature ......108
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 102
Engine data ............................... 284
Engine exhaust .......................... 164
Engine identification ...................280
Engine oil ................... 229, 276, 281Engine oil pressure ....................109
Entry lighting .............................. 139
Event data recorders ..................318
Exit lighting ................................ 139
Exterior care .............................. 272
Exterior light ............................... 110
Exterior lighting ....................13, 129
Exterior mirrors ............................. 38
F
Fault ........................................... 172
First aid ......................................... 81
First aid kit ................................... 81
Fixed air vents ........................... 153
Fog light ..................................... 110
Fog lights ................................... 241
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Following distance ......................107
Following distance indication ......195
Forward collision alert................. 192
Front airbag system .....................61
Front fog lights ........................... 136
Front seats.................................... 48
Front storage ................................ 71
Front turn signal light ..................237
Fuel............................................. 214
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 221
Fuel for diesel engines ..............215
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......215