2017 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Owner's Manual

In brief15Climate control
Heated rear window, heated
exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 42.
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 3 140.
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
3 147

16In briefTransmission
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 3 172.
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 3 167.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 253, 3 294.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 228.
● 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 37, 3 47,
3 55.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.

In brief17Starting 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 3 158.
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.

18In brief
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 159.
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 3 105.
● 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.

In brief19●Lock the vehicle with button e on
the radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 34.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 227.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 20, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 226.

20Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 20
Keys .......................................... 20
Car Pass .................................... 21
Radio remote control .................21
Electronic key system ................22
Memorised settings ...................23
Central locking system ..............24
Automatic locking ......................27
Child locks ................................. 28
Doors ........................................... 29
Load compartment ....................29
Vehicle security ............................ 33
Anti-theft locking system ...........33
Anti-theft alarm system ..............34
Immobiliser ................................ 36
Exterior mirrors ............................ 37
Convex shape ........................... 37
Electric adjustment ....................37
Folding mirrors .......................... 37
Heated mirrors ........................... 38
Automatic dimming ....................38
Parking assist ............................ 38Interior mirrors............................. 39
Manual anti-dazzle ....................39
Automatic anti-dazzle ................39
Windows ...................................... 39
Windscreen ............................... 39
Manual windows ........................40
Power windows ......................... 40
Heated rear window ..................42
Sun visors .................................. 42
Roller blinds ............................... 42
Roof ............................................. 43
Sunroof ...................................... 43Keys, 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 3 271, Radio remote control
3 21, Electronic key 3 22, Central
locking 3 24, Starting the engine
3 158.
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 3 261.

Keys, doors and windows21Lock cylinders
Designed to free-wheel if they are forcefully rotated without the correct
key or if the correct key is not fully
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with
the correct key until its slot is vertical, remove key and then re-insert it. If the
cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key through 180° and repeat operation.
Key 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 24
● anti-theft locking system 3 33
● anti-theft alarm system 3 34
● tailgate 3 29
● power windows 3 40
● sunroof 3 43
● mirror folding 3 37
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.

22Keys, doors and windows
Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type CR 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Radio remote control
synchronisation
After replacing the battery, unlock the
door with the key in the driver's door
lock. The radio remote control will be
synchronised when you switch on the
ignition.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in radio remote control.
● The range is exceeded.
● The battery voltage is too low.
● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while notin range, which will require re-
synchronisation.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Manual unlocking 3 24.Electronic key system
Enables a keyless operation of the
following functions:
● central locking system 3 24
● tailgate 3 29
● ignition switching on and starting the engine 3 158
The electronic key simply needs to be on the driver's person.
Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 21.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.