Driving and operating137Starting the engine
Vehicles with ignition switch
Turn key to position 1 to release the
steering wheel lock.
Manual transmission: depress clutch and brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: depress
brake pedal and move the selector
lever to P or N.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal.
Diesel engine: turn the key to position2 for preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes.
Turn the key briefly to position 3 and
release: an automatic procedure operates the starter with a short delay
as long as the engine is running, see
'Automatic Starter Control'.
Manual transmission: during an
Autostop, the engine can be restarted
by depressing the clutch pedal
3 138.
Automatic transmission: during an
Autostop, the engine can be restarted
by releasing the brake pedal 3 138.
Vehicles with power button
Manual transmission: depress clutch
and brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: depress
brake pedal and move selector lever
to P or N.
Do not depress accelerator pedal.
Press and release Engine Start/Stop:
an automatic procedure operates the starter with a short delay until the engine is running, see automatic
starter control.
Before restarting or to switch off the
engine when vehicle is stationary,
press Engine Start/Stop once more
briefly.
Manual transmission: during an
Autostop, the engine can be restarted
by depressing the clutch pedal
3 138.
Automatic transmission: during an
Autostop, the engine can be restarted
by releasing the brake pedal 3 138.
Key lock release Some vehicles with an automatic
transmission are equipped with an
electronic key lock release system.
The key lock release is designed to
prevent ignition key removal unless
the selector lever is in P.
Driving and operating139Deactivation
Deactivate the stop-start system
manually by pressing Ï.
Deactivation is indicated when the
LED in the button extinguishes.
Autostop If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Move the selector lever to neutral.
● Release the clutch pedal.
The engine will be switched off while
the ignition stays on.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
During an Autostop, the heating
performance, power steering and
brake performance will be
maintained.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled:
● The stop-start system is not manually deactivated.
● The bonnet is fully closed.
● The driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened.
● The vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition.
● The engine is warmed up.
● The engine coolant temperature is not too high.
● The engine exhaust temperature is not too high, e.g. after driving
with high engine load.
● The ambient temperature is above -5 °C.
● The climate control system allows an Autostop.
● The brake vacuum is sufficient.
● The self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active.
● The vehicle was driven at least at
walking speed since the last
Autostop.
Otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited.
Certain settings of the climate control
system may inhibit an Autostop. See
Climate control chapter for more
details 3 127.
Driving and operating173Trailer hitch
General information
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
The bulb outage detection function for trailer brake light cannot detect a
partial bulb outage, e.g. in case of four
times five watt bulbs, the function only detects lamp outage when only a
single five Watt lamp remains or none remain.
Fitting of towing equipment could
cover the opening of the towing eye.
If this is the case, use the coupling ball
bar for towing. Always keep the
coupling ball bar in the vehicle when
not in use.Driving characteristics and
towing tips
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements.
For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers with a permitted
gross vehicle weight of more than
1000 kg a speed of 80 km/h must not
be exceeded; the use of a stabiliser is
recommended.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more
slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 231.Trailer towing
Trailer loadsThe permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the trailer coupled.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12%.
The permitted trailer loads apply up to
the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross train weight also decreases by 10%
for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8%, e.g. motorways).
Vehicle care177Vehicle careGeneral Information...................177
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 177
Vehicle storage ........................178
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....178
Vehicle checks ........................... 179
Performing work ......................179
Bonnet ..................................... 179
Engine oil ................................. 180
Engine coolant ......................... 181
Power steering fluid .................181
Washer fluid ............................ 182
Brakes ..................................... 182
Brake fluid ............................... 182
Vehicle battery ......................... 183
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....184
Wiper blade replacement ........185
Bulb replacement .......................186
Halogen headlights ..................186
Fog lights ................................. 187
Tail lights ................................. 188
Number plate light ...................189
Electrical system ........................190
Fuses ....................................... 190
Engine compartment fuse box . 190Instrument panel fuse box .......192
Load compartment fuse box ....194
Vehicle tools .............................. 195
Tools ........................................ 195
Wheels and tyres .......................196
Winter tyres ............................. 196
Tyre designations ....................196
Tyre pressure .......................... 196
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 197
Tread depth ............................. 201
Changing tyre and wheel size . 202
Wheel covers ........................... 202
Tyre chains .............................. 202
Tyre repair kit .......................... 203
Wheel changing .......................206
Spare wheel ............................ 208
Jump starting ............................. 210
Towing ....................................... 212
Towing the vehicle ...................212
Towing another vehicle ...........213
Appearance care .......................214
Exterior care ............................ 214
Interior care ............................. 216General Information
Accessories and vehicle modifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Any modification, conversion or other
changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control units) may invalidate the warrantyoffered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may impact fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle and
cause the vehicle to no longer
conform to the type approval,
impacting the validity of your vehicle
registration.
Vehicle care181The engine oil filler cap is located on
the camshaft cover.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 230.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -30 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -40 °C.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 218.
Coolant levelCaution
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.
9 Warning
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
released 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.
182Vehicle care
Power steering fluid level normally
does not need to be checked. If an
unusual noise sounds during steering or the power steering reacts
conspicuously, 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.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Washer fluid 3 218.
Brakes
In the event of minimum thickness of
the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
Vehicle care193No.Circuit1Body control module2Body control module3Body control module4Body control module5Body control module6Body control module7Body control module8Body control module9Ignition switch10Safety diagnosis module11Data link connector12Climate control13Tailgate14Central gateway module15Lane departure warning/Interior
mirror16Adaptive forward lighting17Column lockNo.Circuit18Ultrasonic park assist module19Body control module/Regulated
voltage control20Steering wheel21–22Cigarette lighter/DC accessory
power outlet (front)23Cigarette lighter/DC accessory
power outlet (rear center
console)24Spare25Telematics service module26Heated steering wheel27Instrument panel cluster/Info‐
tainment system/Auxiliary
heater switch28Trailer socket29Display/Infotainment system30Transmission control moduleNo.Circuit31Instrument panel cluster32Infotainment system33Trailer socket34Passive entry/Passive start
module
S/B Fuses
No.Circuit01Power seat switch02Spare03Power windows front04Power windows rear05Logistic mode06Power seat switch07Spare08Spare
242Heated rear window ..................... 36
Heated steering wheel .................77
Heating ........................................ 43
Heating and ventilation system . 126
High beam ........................... 96, 116
High beam assist ..................96, 117
Hill start assist ........................... 149
Horn ....................................... 14, 78
I
Identification plate .....................220
Ignition switch positions .............135
Immobiliser ............................ 31, 95
Indicators ...................................... 84
Info display ................................. 101
Information displays...................... 97
Initial drive information.................... 6 Instrument panel fuse box .........192
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 123
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 216
Interior lighting ............................ 123
Interior lights .............................. 123
Interior mirrors .............................. 33
Interruption of power supply ......145
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....57
J
Jump starting ............................. 210K
Key, memorised settings ..............24
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L Lane departure warning .......94, 165
Lashing eyes ............................... 73
Lighting features .........................124
Light switch ................................ 115
Load compartment ................29, 71
Load compartment cover .............73
Load compartment fuse box ......194
Loading information .....................74
Low fuel ....................................... 95
M
Malfunction indicator light ............93
Manual anti-dazzle ......................33
Manual mode ............................. 144
Manual transmission .................. 146
Manual windows ..........................34
Memorised settings ......................24
Midlevel display ............................ 97
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................123
N New vehicle running-in ..............134
Number plate light .....................189O
Object detection systems ...........158
Odometer ..................................... 84
Oil, engine .......................... 218, 222
OnStar ........................................ 109
Outside temperature ....................80
Overrun cut-off ........................... 138
P Parking ................................ 19, 140
Parking assist ............................ 158
Parking brake ............................ 148
Particulate filter ........................... 142
Performance .............................. 227
Performing work ........................179
Pollen filter ................................. 131
Power button .............................. 135
Power outlets ............................... 83
Power steering fluid ....................181
Power windows ............................ 35
Preheating ................................... 94
Puncture ..................................... 206
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 238
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 124
Rear carrier system ......................61
Rear floor storage cover ..............73
Rear fog light ....................... 96, 122