184Driving and operatingwarning symbols. If a vehicle is then
detected in the blind zone, the
warning symbol B will illuminate as
normal on the relevant side.
When the vehicle is started, both
exterior mirror displays will briefly
come on to indicate that the system is operating.
The system can be activated or
deactivated in the menu Settings in
the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 106.
Deactivation is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre.
Detection zones The system sensor covers a zone of
approx. three metres on both sides of
the vehicle. This zone starts at each
exterior mirror and extends rearwards by approx. three metres. The height
of the zone is approx. between
0.5 metres and two metres off the
ground.
The system is deactivated if the
vehicle is towing a trailer.Side blind spot alert is designed to
ignore stationary objects such as
guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and
beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming
vehicles are not detected.
Fault
Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal circumstances.
Side blind spot alert does not operate when the left or right corners of the
rear bumper are covered with mud,
dirt, snow, ice or slush. Cleaning
instructions 3 250.
In the event of a fault in the system or if the system does not work due to
temporary conditions, a message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in case of a permanent fault.Traffic sign assistant
Functionality The traffic sign assistant system
detects designated traffic signs via a
front camera and displays them in the
Driver Information Centre.
Traffic signs which will be detected
are:
Limit and no passing signs ● speed limit
● no passing
● end of speed limit
● end of no passing
190Driving and operatingFuel additives outside Europe
Fuel should contain detergent
additives that help prevent engine
and fuel system deposits from
forming. Clean fuel injectors and
intake valves will allow the emission
control system to work properly.
Some fuel does not contain sufficient
quantities of additive to keep fuel
injectors and intake valves clean.
To make up for this lack of
detergency, add Fuel System
Treatment PLUS to the fuel tank at
every engine oil change or every
15,000 km, whichever occurs first. It
is available at your workshop.
Fuels containing oxygenates such as
ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated fuel, are available in
some cities. If these fuels comply with
the previously described
specification, then they are
acceptable to use. However, E85
(85% ethanol) and other fuels
containing more than 15% ethanol
must be used only in FlexFuel
vehicles.Caution
Do not use fuel containing
methanol. It can corrode metal
parts in the fuel system and also
damage plastic and rubber parts.
This damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Some fuels, mainly high octane
racing fuels, can contain an octane
enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use fuels or fuel additives with MMT as they can
reduce spark plug life and affect
emission control system
performance. The malfunction
indicator light Z may illuminate 3 89.
If this occurs, seek the assistance of
a workshop.
Fuel for diesel engines
Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590 and which has a sulphur
concentration of max. 10 ppm.
Fuels with a biodiesel (compliant with
EN 14214) content of max. 7% by
volume may be used (e.g. named
B7).
If travelling in countries outside the
European Union, occasional use of Euro-Diesel fuel with a sulphur
concentration below 50 ppm is
possible.
Caution
Frequent usage of diesel fuel
containing more than 15 ppm
sulphur will cause severe engine
damage.
Vehicle care201General 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 warranty
offered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may affect driver assistance systems, may impact fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle and
cause the vehicle to no longer
conform to the operating permit,
impacting the validity of your vehicle
registration.Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, wellventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.
228Vehicle careNo.Circuit1–2Trailer outlet3Parking assist4–5–6–7Power seat8–9–10–11Trailer module/Trailer socket12Trailer module13Trailer outlet14Rear seat/Electrical folding15–16Interior mirror17Power outletNo.Circuit18–19Steering wheel heating20Sunroof21Heated front seats22–23–24–25–26Deactivated logistic mode27–28–29–30–31Amplifier/Subwoofer32Active damping system/Lane
departure warningVehicle tools
Tools
Vehicles without spare wheel Some tools and the towing eye are
located in a tool box in the load
compartment below the floor cover.
230Vehicle careWheels 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 shouldtherefore be fitted on all wheels.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.4-door notchback
Tyre size 205/65 R16 is only suitable
as a winter tyre.
All engines except A14XER,
B14XER, B14NEL, B14NET,
B14NET LPG, B16XER:Tyre size 215/50 R17 is only suitable
as a winter tyre.OPC with Michelin Pilot Super Sport
tyres
This model is factory-fitted with high
performance sports tyres, which have
a reduced performance at low
temperature.9 Danger
Use winter tyres at temperatures
below 0 °C, otherwise damage of
the high performance sports tyres
is possible.
Tyre designations
E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H
215:tyre width, mm60:cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), %R:belt type: RadialRF:type: RunFlat16:wheel diameter, inches95:load index e.g. 95 is equivalent
to 690 kgH:speed code letterSpeed 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) plus
125 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the maximum speed of
the vehicle.
Performance 3 265.
Directional tyres
Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
Vehicle care249
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Switch the selector lever to neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 80 km/h nor further than 100 km. In all other cases
and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap at the top and engage
downwards.
Towing another vehicle
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat
screwdriver to prevent paint damage. Insert the screwdriver in the slot at the
lower bend of the cap. Release the
cap by carefully moving the
screwdriver downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 228.
289Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems .............130
Clock............................................. 78
Code ........................................... 100
Control indicators.......................... 85
Control of the vehicle .................141
Controls ........................................ 74
Convex shape .............................. 31
Coolant and antifreeze ...............255
Cruise control ...................... 93, 160
Cupholders .................................. 61
Curtain airbag system .................. 53
Curve lighting.............................. 121
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............121
Declaration of conformity ............276
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......208
Door open .................................... 94
Doors ............................................ 27
Driver assistance systems ..........160
Driver Information Centre .............94
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 195
Driving hints ................................ 141
E Electric adjustment ......................31
Electrical system......................... 223
Electric parking brake ...........89, 154Electric parking brake fault ...........90
Electronic climate control system 133
Electronic driving programmes ..150
Electronic Stability Control.......... 156
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............91
Electronic Stability Control off....... 91
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......202
Engine compartment fuse box ...224
Engine coolant ........................... 204
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 84
Engine data ............................... 263
Engine exhaust .......................... 146
Engine identification ...................259
Engine oil ................... 203, 255, 260
Engine oil pressure ......................92
Entry lighting .............................. 128
ERA GLONASS .......................... 114
Event data recorders ..................283
Exhaust filter ......................... 91, 146
Exit lighting ................................ 128
Exterior care .............................. 250
Exterior light ................................. 93
Exterior lighting ....................15, 117
Exterior mirrors ............................. 31
F
Fault ........................................... 151
First aid ......................................... 70First aid kit ................................... 70
Fixed air vents ........................... 138
Fog light ....................................... 93
Fog lights ................................... 213
Folding mirrors ............................. 32
Following distance indication ......173
Forward collision alert................. 170
Front airbag system .....................52
Front fog lights ........................... 125
Front seats.................................... 41
Front storage ................................ 62
Front turn lights .......................... 215
Fuel............................................. 189
Fuel for diesel engines ..............190
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......191
Fuel for petrol engines ...............189
Fuel gauge ................................... 82
Fuel selector ................................ 82
Fuses ......................................... 223
G
Gauges ......................................... 81
General information ...................195
Glass panel .................................. 38
Glovebox ..................................... 61
H Halogen headlights ....................209
Hand brake ......................... 153, 154
Hazard warning flashers ............124
Headlight flash ........................... 119
290Headlight range adjustment ......120
Headlights................................... 117
Headlights when driving abroad 120
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 39
Heated mirrors ............................. 32
Heated rear window ..................... 36
Heated steering wheel .................74
Heating ........................................ 47
Heating and ventilation system . 130
Height adjustable rear floor cover 68
High beam ........................... 93, 119
High beam assist ..................93, 119
Hill start assist ........................... 155
Horn ....................................... 16, 75
I
Identification plate .....................258
Ignition switch positions .............142
Immobiliser ............................ 31, 93
Indicators ...................................... 81
Info Display ................................... 98
Information displays...................... 94
Instrument cluster ........................81
Instrument panel fuse box .........226
Instrument panel illumination .....222
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 126
Instrument panel overview ........... 11
Interactive driving system ...........158Interior care ............................... 253
Interior lighting ............................ 126
Interior lights ...................... 126, 222
Interior mirrors .............................. 33
Interruption of power supply ......151
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 247
K Key, memorised settings ..............24
Keys ............................................. 22
Keys, locks ................................... 22
L Lane departure warning .......90, 188
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Lighting features .........................128
Light switch ................................ 117
Load compartment ................27, 65
Load compartment cover .............67
Load compartment fuse box ......227
Loading information .....................71
Low fuel ....................................... 92
Low washer fluid ..........................93
LPG .............................. 82, 191, 260
M Malfunction indicator light ............89
Manual anti-dazzle ......................33Manual mode ............................. 150
Manual seat adjustment ...............42
Manual transmission .................. 152
Manual windows ..........................34
Memorised settings ......................24
Midlevel-Display ........................... 94
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................126
N New vehicle running-in ..............141
Number plate light .....................222
O
Object detection systems ...........176
Odometer ..................................... 81
Oil, engine .......................... 255, 260
OnStar ........................................ 111
Operate pedal ............................... 89
Outside temperature ....................77
Overrun cut-off ........................... 143
P Parking ................................ 20, 145
Parking assist ............................ 176
Parking brake ............................ 154
Parking lights ............................. 125
Particulate filter ........................... 146
Performance .............................. 265
Performing work ........................202
Pollen filter ................................. 138