2017 OPEL INSIGNIA Manual user

In brief15Windscreen and headlight
washer
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 87, Washer fluid 3 232.
Rear window wiper
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper switch:continuous
operationlower switch:intermittent
operationmiddle position:offRear window washer
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Rear window wiper/washer 3 89.

16In briefClimate control
Heated rear window, heated
exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 43.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows, air conditioning system
Press V.
Set temperature control to warmest
level.
Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Air conditioning system 3 141.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows, automatic climate
control
Press V.
Temperature and air distribution are
set automatically and the fan runs at
high speed.
Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Dual automatic climate control
3 148

In brief17Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, press the
release button on the selector lever
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 3 173.
Automatic transmissionP:parkR:reverseN:neutralD:automatic modeM:manual mode: move selector
lever from D to the left.<:manual mode upshifting]:manual mode downshifting
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 168.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 254, 3 295.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 229.
● 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 38, 3 48,
3 56.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.

18In briefStarting the engine
● Ignition switch: turn key toposition 2.
Power button: press
Engine Start/Stop for a few
seconds until green LED
illuminates.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake.
● Automatic transmission in P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Ignition switch: turn key to position 3 and release.
Power button: press
Engine Start/Stop and release.
● The engine starts after a short delay.
Starting the engine 3 159.
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Set the lever to neutral.
● Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer or by a control
indicator in the instrument cluster.

In brief19
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 160.
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 parking brake. Activate the manual
parking brake without pressing the release button. Apply as
firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Depress
brake pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
approx. one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 106.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P before
removing the ignition key or
switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button. On
an uphill slope, turn the front
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position
P before removing the ignition
key or switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.

20In brief●Lock the vehicle with button e on
the radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 35.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 228.Caution
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. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 21, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 227.

Keys, doors and windows21Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 21
Keys .......................................... 21
Car Pass .................................... 22
Radio remote control .................22
Electronic key system ................23
Memorised settings ...................24
Central locking system ..............25
Automatic locking ......................28
Child locks ................................. 29
Doors ........................................... 30
Load compartment ....................30
Vehicle security ............................ 34
Anti-theft locking system ...........34
Anti-theft alarm system ..............35
Immobiliser ................................ 37
Exterior mirrors ............................ 38
Convex shape ........................... 38
Electric adjustment ....................38
Folding mirrors .......................... 38
Heated mirrors ........................... 39
Automatic dimming ....................39
Parking assist ............................ 39Interior mirrors............................. 40
Manual anti-dazzle ....................40
Automatic anti-dazzle ................40
Windows ...................................... 40
Windscreen ............................... 40
Manual windows ........................41
Power windows ......................... 41
Heated rear window ..................43
Sun visors .................................. 43
Roller blinds ............................... 43
Roof ............................................. 44
Sunroof ...................................... 44Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky items to the ignition key.
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 3 272, Radio remote control
3 22, Electronic key 3 23, Central
locking 3 25, Starting the engine
3 159.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 262.

22Keys, doors and windowsKey with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car 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
Enables operation of the following
functions via the use of the remote control buttons:
● central locking system 3 25
● anti-theft locking system 3 34
● anti-theft alarm system 3 35
● tailgate 3 30
● power windows 3 41
● sunroof 3 44
● mirror folding 3 38
The remote control has a range of
approx. 50 metres. It can be restricted
by external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Replacing battery in radio remote
control
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.