2018.5 OPEL KARL wheel

Seats, restraints41Using the seat belt while pregnant9Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as
low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
abdomen.
Airbag system
The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.
When triggered, the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable
during the collision.9 Warning
The airbag system deploys in an
explosive manner, repairs must be performed by skilled personnel
only.
9 Warning
Adding accessories that change
the vehicle's frame, bumper
system, height, front end or side
sheet metal, may keep the airbag
system from working properly. The operation of the airbag system can
also be affected by changing any
parts of the front seats, seat belts,
airbag sensing and diagnostic
module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, inner door seals including the speakers, any of the
airbag modules, ceiling or pillar
trim, front sensors, side impact
sensors or airbag wiring.
Note
The airbag systems and belt
pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not affix any objects onto the
airbag covers and do not cover them with other materials. Have damagedcovers replaced by a workshop.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it may be
necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle operating
permit.

44Seats, restraintsчрез АКТИВНА ВЪЗДУШНА
ВЪЗГЛАВНИЦА пред нея - може да се стигне до СМЪРТ или
СЕРИОЗНО НАРАНЯВАНЕ на
ДЕТЕТО.
RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ un scaun
pentru copil îndreptat spre partea din
spate a maşinii pe un scaun protejat
de un AIRBAG ACTIV în faţa sa;
acest lucru poate duce la DECESUL
sau VĂTĂMAREA GRAVĂ a
COPILULUI.
CS: NIKDY nepoužívejte dětský
zádržný systém instalovaný proti
směru jízdy na sedadle, které je
chráněno před sedadlem AKTIVNÍM
AIRBAGEM. Mohlo by dojít k
VÁŽNÉMU PORANĚNÍ nebo ÚMRTÍ
DÍTĚTE.
SK: NIKDY nepoužívajte detskú
sedačku otočenú vzad na sedadle
chránenom AKTÍVNYM AIRBAGOM,
pretože môže dôjsť k SMRTI alebo
VÁŽNYM ZRANENIAM DIEŤAŤA.
LT: JOKIU BŪDU nemontuokite atgal
atgręžtos vaiko tvirtinimo sistemos
sėdynėje, prieš kurią įrengta AKTYVI
ORO PAGALVĖ, nes VAIKAS GALI
ŽŪTI arba RIMTAI SUSIŽALOTI.LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ
neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu
bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek
aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu
AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt
SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ.
ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole
suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille
ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA
kaitstud iste, sest see võib
põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või
TÕSISE VIGASTUSE.
MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li
jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit
protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu; dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew
ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL.
GA: Ná húsáid srian sábháilteachta
linbh cúil RIAMH ar shuíochán a
bhfuil mála aeir ag feidhmiú os a
chomhair. Tá baol BÁIS nó GORTÚ
DONA don PHÁISTE ag baint leis.
Beyond the warning required by
ECE R94.02, for safety reasons a
forward-facing child restraint system
must only be used subject to the
instructions and restrictions in the
tables 3 50.The airbag label is located on both
sides of the front passenger sun visor.
Airbag deactivation 3 46.
Front airbag system
The front airbag system consists of
one airbag in the steering wheel and
one in the instrument panel on the
front passenger side. The location is
identified by the word AIRBAG.
The front airbag system is triggered in
the event of a front-end impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.

Storage53StorageStorage compartments................53
Glovebox ................................... 53
Cupholders ................................ 53
Centre console storage .............54
Load compartment .......................54
Load compartment cover ...........56
Rear floor storage cover ............57
Warning triangle ........................57
First aid kit ................................. 58
Roof rack system .........................58
Roof rack ................................... 58
Loading information .....................59Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
Pull lever to open the glovebox cover.
The glovebox features an adapter for
the locking wheel bolts.
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console.

Storage57Rear floor storage coverRear floor cover
Lift up rear floor cover to gain access
to the tyre repair kit, vehicle tools and
warning triangle.
On versions with spare wheel, the
spare wheel is located under the rear
floor cover together with the vehicle
tools.
Tools 3 153.
General hint9 Warning
For safety reasons, stow all parts
in the load compartment in its
position, always drive with a
closed rear floor cover and, if
possible, with folded up rear
backrests.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants
could be injured by objects being
thrown around in the event of
sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
Warning triangle
Vehicles with spare wheel
Stow the warning triangle in the load
compartment.

60Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 61
Steering wheel adjustment ........61
Steering wheel controls .............61
Heated steering wheel ...............61
Horn ........................................... 62
Windscreen wiper and washer ..62
Rear window wiper and washer ...................................... 63
Outside temperature ..................63
Clock ......................................... 63
Power outlets ............................. 65
Cigarette lighter ......................... 65
Ashtrays .................................... 65
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 65
Instrument cluster ......................65
Speedometer ............................. 65
Odometer .................................. 66
Trip odometer ............................ 66
Tachometer ............................... 66
Fuel gauge ................................ 66
Fuel selector .............................. 67
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 68Service display.......................... 69
Control indicators ......................70
Turn lights .................................. 72
Seat belt reminder .....................73
Airbag and belt tensioners .........73
Airbag deactivation ....................73
Charging system .......................74
Malfunction indicator light ..........74
Service vehicle soon .................74
Brake and clutch system ...........74
Operate pedal ............................ 74
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....75
Gear shifting .............................. 75
Power steering .......................... 75
Lane departure warning ............75
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........75
Electronic Stability Control off ...75
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........75
Traction Control system off .......76
Engine coolant temperature ......76
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 76
Engine oil pressure ....................76
Low fuel ..................................... 77
Immobiliser ................................ 77
Reduced engine power .............77
Exterior light .............................. 77
High beam ................................. 77
Fog light ..................................... 77Rear fog light............................. 77
Cruise control ............................ 77
Speed limiter ............................. 77
Bonnet open .............................. 77
Door open .................................. 78
Displays ....................................... 78
Driver Information Centre ..........78
Info Display ................................ 83
Vehicle messages ........................84
Warning chimes .........................86
Battery voltage .......................... 86
Vehicle personalisation ................87
Telematics service .......................89
OnStar ....................................... 89

Instruments and controls61Controls
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.
Steering wheel controls
Driver Information Centre, some
driver assistance systems,
Infotainment system and a connected
mobile phone can be operated via the controls on the steering wheel.
Driver assistance systems 3 124.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment manual.
Heated steering wheel
Activate heating by pressing A.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button.

62Instruments and controlsThe grip areas of the steering wheel
are heated quicker and to a higher
temperature than the other areas.
Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 111.
Horn
Press j.
Windscreen wiper and
washer
Windscreen wiperHI:fastLO:slowE:interval wipingOFF:off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 2.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Washer fluid 3 140

Instruments and controls69up to 2 LEDs:engine operating
temperature not
yet reached3 to 6 LEDs:normal operating
temperaturemore than 6
LEDs:temperature too
highCaution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Service display
The engine oil life system informs
when to change the engine oil and
filter. Based on driving conditions, the interval at which an engine oil and
filter change will be indicated can vary
considerably.
When the system has calculated that
engine oil life has been diminished, a warning message appears in theDriver Information Centre. Have
engine oil and filter changed by a
workshop within one week or
500 km, whichever occurs first.
This can be an additional engine oil
and filter change or part of a regular
service.
The remaining engine oil life duration
is displayed in percent in the Driver
Information Centre.
To display the remaining engine oil
life duration use the stalk buttons:
Press MENU to select the Vehicle
Information Menu .
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
Remaining Oil Life .
Reset Press SET/CLR on the stalk for
several seconds to reset. The
remaining engine oil life duration
menu must be active. Switch on
ignition, but not the engine.
The system must be reset every time
the engine oil is changed to ensure
proper functionality. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.