2017 OPEL MERIVA belt

144Driving and operating● The stop-start system ismanually deactivated.
● The bonnet is opened.
● The driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door
is opened.
● The engine temperature is too low.
● The charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level.
● The brake vacuum is not sufficient.
● The vehicle is driven at least at walking speed.
● The climate control system requests an engine start.
● The air conditioning is manually switched on.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during the restart might be noticeable.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 parking brake. Pull switch m for approx.
one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 96.
● 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. 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. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. 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.
Lock the vehicle and activate the anti-
theft alarm system.
Note
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle comes to a standstill within a certain
time.

196Vehicle careVehicles with spare wheel
The jack and the vehicle tools are in
the spare wheel well in the load
compartment.
Wheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
Winter tyres
Winter tyres improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.
Tyre designations
E.g. 195/65 R 15 91 H195:tyre width, mm65:cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), %R:belt type: RadialRF:type: RunFlat15:wheel diameter, inches91:load index e.g. 91 is equivalent
to 615 kgH:speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q:up to 160 km/hS:up to 180 km/hT:up to 190 km/hH:up to 210 km/hV:up to 240 km/hW:up to 270 km/h
Choose a tyre appropriate for the
maximum speed of your vehicle.
The maximum speed is achievable at kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus125 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the maximum speed of
the vehicle.
Performance 3 230.
Directional tyres
Directional tyres must be mounted so that they rotate in the correct
direction. The proper rotation
direction is indicated by a symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.

Vehicle care219Clean 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.

244IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 172
Active head restraints ...................36
Adaptive brake light ....................150
Adaptive forward lighting ..100,
123, 182
Adjustable air vents ...................136
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........95
Airbag deactivation ................53, 95
Airbag label................................... 49 Airbag system .............................. 49
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 137
Air conditioning system .............. 130
Air intake .................................... 137
Air vents...................................... 136
Alert ............................................ 108
Antifreeze ................................... 175
Antilock brake system ................ 150
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......97
Anti-theft alarm system ................28
Anti-theft locking system .............. 28
Appearance care ........................216
Armrest ................................... 40, 43
Armrest storage ........................... 63
Ashtrays ....................................... 88
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................31
Automatic light control ...............121
Automatic locking ................25, 100Automatic transmission .............146
Autostop ..................................... 142
Auxiliary heater ........................... 136
B Battery discharge protection ......128
Battery voltage ........................... 109
Belts.............................................. 45 Bicycle rack .................................. 64
Bonnet ....................................... 173
Brake and clutch fluid .................221
Brake and clutch system .............96
Brake assist ............................... 152
Brake fluid .................................. 176
Brakes ............................... 150, 176
Breakdown.................................. 214
Bulb replacement ....................... 180
C Capacities .................................. 234
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................146
Central locking system ................22
Centre console lighting ..............127
Changing tyre and wheel size ...201
Charging system .......................... 96
Child locks ................................... 26
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 57
Child restraints.............................. 55
Child restraint systems ................55

247OnStar........................................ 116
Operate pedal ............................... 96
Outside temperature ....................85
Overrun cut-off ........................... 142
P
Parking ................................ 18, 144
Parking assist ............................ 156
Parking brake ............................ 151
Parking lights ............................. 125
Particulate filter ........................... 145
Performance .............................. 230
Performing work ........................173
Personalisation ........................... 112
Pollen filter ................................. 137
Power outlets ............................... 87
Power steering fluid ....................176
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................... 98
Puncture ..................................... 207
Q
Quickheat ................................... 136
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 243
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 127
Rear carrier system ......................64
Rear doors ................................... 26Rear floor storage cover ..............75
Rear fog light ............................. 100
Rear fog lights ........................... 125
Rear seats .................................... 42
Rear storage ................................. 74
Rear view camera ...................... 158
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 85 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 221, 225
Reduced engine power ................99
Refuelling ................................... 162
Remote control ............................. 21
Retained power off .....................140
Reversing lights .........................125
Ride control systems ..................153
Roof .............................................. 34
Roof load ...................................... 79
Roof rack ..................................... 79
S Safety belts ................................... 45
Safety net .................................... 76
Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 38
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................95
Seat belts ..................................... 45
Seat heating ................................. 41
Seat position ................................ 37
Selector lever ............................. 147
Service ............................... 137, 220Service display ............................ 91
Service information ....................220
Service vehicle soon .................... 96
Side airbag system ......................52
Sidelights .................................... 120
Side turn signal lights ................188
Software acknowledgement .......240
Spare wheel ............................... 210
Speedometer ............................... 89
Starting and operating ................140
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................141
Steering ...................................... 140
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 82
Steering wheel controls ...............82
Steering wheel, heated .................82
Stop-start system........................ 142
Storage ......................................... 61
Storage compartments .................61
Sunvisor lights ........................... 127
Sun visors .................................... 33
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 89
Tailgate ......................................... 27
Tail lights ................................... 185
Technical data ............................ 228
Three-point seat belt .................... 46
Tools .......................................... 195