2017 VAUXHALL ADAM warning

88Instruments and controlsoperational. Driving stability,
however, may deteriorate depending
on road surface conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Control 3 139,
Traction Control system 3 138.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
wheel). After 60-90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 187.Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress the clutch.
2. Select neutral gear.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
During an Autostop the brake
servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 165.
Low fuel
Y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 158.
Catalytic converter 3 131.

Instruments and controls91Press SET/CLR to select a function or
to confirm a message.
Vehicle Information Menu
Press MENU to select the Vehicle
Information page.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu.
Follow the instructions given in the
submenus.
● Unit
Press SET/CLR while page is
displayed. Select imperial
(unit 1) or metric (unit 3) by
turning the adjuster wheel. Press
SET/CLR to set the unit.
● Tyre Pressure
Tyre pressure of all wheels is
displayed on this page during
driving 3 187.
● Tyre Load
The tyre pressure category
according to the actually inflated
tyre pressure can be selected
3 187.
● Remaining Oil Life
Indicates an estimate of the oil's
useful life. The number in %
means the current remaining oil
life and indicates when to change the engine oil and filter 3 81.● Speed Warning
The speed warning display
alarms when a set speed is
exceeded.
To set the speed warning, press SET/CLR while the page is
displayed. Turn the adjuster
wheel to select the value. Press
SET/CLR to set the speed.
If the selected speed limit is
exceeded, a warning chime
sounds. Once the speed is set,
this feature can be turned off by
pressing SET/CLR while viewing
this page.

Instruments and controls93
Trip odometer
Trip odometer displays the current
distance since a certain reset.
Trip odometer counts up to a distance
of 2000 miles and then restarts at 0.
Reset trip odometer by pressing
SET/CLR for a few seconds on the
respective page.
Average consumption
Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any
time and starts with a default value.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds on the respective page.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Average consumption is indicated for
the currently selected mode (LPG or
petrol).
Average speed
Display of average speed. The
measurement can be reset at any
time.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds on the respective page.
Digital speed
Digital display of the instantaneous
speed.
Fuel range
Range is calculated from current fuel
tank level and current consumption.
The display shows average values.
After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.
When the fuel level in the tank is low,
a message appears on the display.
Y in the fuel gauge illuminates.
When the tank must be refuelled
immediately, a warning message
pops-up on the display. Y in the fuel
gauge flashes.Y 3 88.
Fuel range LPG version
Display of approximate fuel range
available with the remaining fuel in
each respective fuel tank of petrol and LPG fuel, along with a total range of
both fuel types together. Switch
between the mode by pressing
SET/CLR .
Instantaneous consumption
Display of the instantaneous
consumption.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Instantaneous consumption is
indicated for the currently selected
mode; LPG or petrol.
ECO Information Menu s
Press MENU to select s in the top
line of the Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.

96Instruments and controlsTo exit the Settings menu, press
BACK repeatedly or press CONFIG
after confirming the changes.
Vehicle personalisation 3 99.
Memorised settings 3 21.Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated mainly in the
Driver Information Centre, in some
cases together with a warning and
signal buzzer.
Press SET/CLR , MENU or turn the
adjuster wheel to confirm a message.
Vehicle messages on the
Midlevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message1Change engine oil3Engine coolant level low4Air conditioning off5Steering wheel is locked7Turn steering wheel, switch
ignition off then on

98Instruments and controlsVehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
Vehicle messages on the
Colour-Info-Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If a programmed speed is exceeded.
● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre orInfo-Display.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If the reverse gear is engaged and the rear end carrier
extended.When the vehicle is parked and/or
the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
Midlevel-Display
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning code 174 will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
Uplevel-Display
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe drive, e.g.
seat heating, heated rear window
or other main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.

Instruments and controls99The warning message or warning
code will disappear after the engine
has been started twice consecutively without a voltage drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop.Vehicle personalisation
The vehicle's behaviour can be
personalised by changing the settings in the Info-Display.
Some of the personal settings for
different drivers can be memorised
individually for each vehicle key.
Memorised settings 3 21.
Depending on vehicle equipment and
country-specific regulations some of
the functions described below might
not be available.
Some functions are only displayed or
active when the engine is running.
Personal settings Graphic-Info-Display
Press CONFIG for the Settings menu.
Turn the MENU-TUNE knob to move
to the desired setup menu, then press
MENU-TUNE .
Select Settings and then Vehicle
settings .
Vehicle settings
● Climate and air quality
Auto fan speed : Modifies the
level of the cabin airflow of the
climate control in automatic
mode.

100Instruments and controlsAir conditioning mode: Controls
the state of the cooling
compressor when the vehicle is
started. Last setting
(recommended) or at vehicle
start is either always ON or
always OFF.
Auto rear demist : Activates
automatically rear heated
window.
● Comfort settings
Chime volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization by driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Rear auto wipe in reverse :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
● Park assist / Collision detection
Park assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
sensors.Side blind zone alert : Changes
the settings for the side blind spot
alert system.
● Exterior ambient lighting
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the entry lighting.
Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates and
changes the duration of exit
lighting.
● Power door locks
Auto door lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door locking function after switching
on ignition.
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the door
locking function while a door is open.
Delayed door lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function. This menu
option is displayed with Stop door
lock if door open deactivated.
Central locking system 3 22.● Remote locking, unlocking,
starting
Remote unlock feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.
Passive door unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Auto relock doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without
opening the vehicle.
● Restore factory settings :
Resets all settings to the default settings.
Personal settings Colour-Info-Display
When audio is switched on, press ;
on the control panel.

Instruments and controls101
Select Settings and then Vehicle
settings .
Vehicle settings
● Climate & air quality
Auto Fan Max Speed : Modifies
the level of the cabin airflow of the climate control in automatic
mode.
Air Conditioning Mode : Controls
the state of the cooling
compressor when the vehicle is
started. Last setting
(recommended) or at vehicle
start is either always on or always
off.
Auto Rear Defog : Automatically
activates heated rear window.
● Collision / Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates
or deactivates side blind zone
alert.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.Personalization By Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
● Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activates
or deactivates the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the
duration of exit lighting.
● Power Door Locks
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out :
Activates or deactivates the door
locking function while a door is open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after switching on ignition.
Auto Door Unlock : Changes the
configuration to unlock only the driver's door or the whole vehicle after switching off ignition.