2018.5 OPEL KARL steering

Lighting95Headlight range adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment
To adapt headlight range to the
vehicle load to prevent dazzling: turn
thumb wheel ? to required position.
0:front seats occupied1:all seats occupied2:all seats occupied and load
compartment laden3:driver's seat occupied and load
compartment ladenHeadlights when driving
abroad
Headlight aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.
When driving in countries with
opposite hand traffic, it is not
necessary to adjust the headlights.
Daytime running lights Daytime running light increases
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
They are switched on automatically
when ignition is on.
Cornering lights
On tight bends or when turning off,
depending on the steering angle or
the indicator light signal, an additional left or right reflector is switched on
which illuminates the road in the
direction of travel. It is activated up to
a speed of 40 km/h.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated by pressing ¨
.
In the event of an accident with airbag
deployment, the hazard warning
flashers are activated automatically.

96LightingTurn lightsstalk up:right turn lightstalk down:left turn light
A resistance point can be felt when
moving the stalk.
Constant flashing is activated when
the stalk is being moved beyond the
resistance point. It is deactivated
when the steering wheel is moved in
the opposite direction or stalk is
manually moved back to its neutral
position.
Activate temporary flashing by
holding the stalk just before the
resistance point. Turn lights will flash
until stalk is being released.
To activate three flashes, tap the stalk
briefly without passing the resistance
point.
Front fog lights
Operated by pressing >
.
Rear fog light
Operated by pressing r.
Light switch in position 8: Rear fog
light can only be switched on with
front fog lights.

100Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems.............100
Heating and ventilation system 100
Air conditioning system ...........101
Electronic climate control system .................................... 103
Air vents ..................................... 106
Adjustable air vents .................106
Fixed air vents ......................... 107
Maintenance .............................. 107
Air intake ................................. 107
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 107
Service .................................... 107Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation system
Controls for: ● temperature
● fan speed
● air distribution
4:air recirculationÜ:heated rear window
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Heated exterior mirrors Ü 3 29.
Heated seats ß 3 38.
Heated steering wheel * 3 61.
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by turning the
temperature control.red:warmblue:cold
Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed.
Air distribution
M:to head area via adjustable air
ventsL:to head area and foot wellK:to foot well, with a small amount of air being directed to
windscreen and front door
windowsJ:to windscreen and foot well,
with a small amount of air being
directed to front door windowsV:to windscreen and front door
windows

Climate control101Intermediate settings are possible.Demisting and defrosting the
windows
● Set air distribution control to V.
● Set temperature control to warmest level.
● Set fan speed to highest speed.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door
windows.
● For simultaneous warming of the
foot well, set air distribution
control to J.Air conditioning system
Controls for:
● temperature
● fan speed
● air distribution
A/C:cooling4:air recirculationÜ:heated rear window
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Heated exterior mirrors Ü 3 29.
Heated seats ß 3 38.
Heated steering wheel * 3 61.
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by turning the
temperature control.red:warmblue:cold
Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed.
Air distribution
M:to head area via adjustable air
ventsL:to head area and foot wellK:to foot well, with a small amount of air being directed to
windscreen and front door
windows

Climate control103If air distribution is set to V, A/C
operates and air recirculation mode will be set to demisting / defrosting
regardless of indicator status.
Note
If V is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be inhibited
until V is pressed again.
If V is pressed while the engine is
in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
Stop-start system 3 111.
Electronic climate control systemControls for: ● temperature
● air distribution
● fan speedA/C:coolingAUTO:automatic mode4:manual air recirculationV:demisting and defrostingÜ:heated rear window
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Heated exterior mirrors Ü 3 29.
Heated seats ß 3 38.
Heated steering wheel * 3 61.
Climate control settings are shown on the Info Display. Setting modifications
are briefly popped-up, superimposed
over the currently displayed menu.
The electronic climate control system is only fully operational when the
engine is running.
Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Automatic mode AUTO
The system automatically controls the
fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, and recirculation in
order to heat or cool the vehicle to the
desired temperature.
When the AUTO indicator light is on,
the system is in full automatic
operation.
If the air delivery mode, fan speed,
recirculation, or air conditioning
setting is adjusted, the AUTO
indicator turns off.
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool
the vehicle faster, recirculation may
be automatically selected in warm
weather. The recirculation light will
not come on. Press 4 to select
recirculation; press it again to select
outside air.
To turn off the system, press power m.

108Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 108
Control of the vehicle ...............108
Steering ................................... 109
Starting and operating ...............109
New vehicle running-in ............109
Ignition switch positions ...........109
Retained power off ..................110
Starting the engine ..................110
Overrun cut-off ........................ 111
Stop-start system ....................111
Parking .................................... 114
Engine exhaust .......................... 115
Catalytic converter ...................115
Manual transmission ..................115
Manual transmission automa‐ ted .............................................. 116
Transmission display ...............116
Starting the engine ..................116
Selector lever .......................... 117
Manual mode ........................... 118
Electronic driving programmes 118
Fault ........................................ 118Brakes........................................ 119
Antilock brake system .............119
Parking brake .......................... 120
Brake assist ............................. 120
Hill start assist ......................... 120
Ride control systems .................121
Traction Control system ..........121
Electronic Stability Control ......122
City mode ................................ 123
Driver assistance systems .........124
Cruise control .......................... 124
Speed limiter ........................... 125
Parking assist .......................... 127
Lane departure warning ..........128
Fuel ............................................ 129
Fuel for petrol engines .............129
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....131
Refuelling ................................ 131Driving hints
Control of the vehicle Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others.
All systems function during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 111.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.

Driving and operating109Use only floor mats, which fit properly
and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver side.
Driving downhill
Engage a gear when driving downhill
to ensure that sufficient brake
pressure is available.
Steering If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a
system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 75.Caution
Vehicle equipped with electric
power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and
is held against that position for an
extended period of time, power
steering assistance may be
reduced.
If the steering assistance is used
for an extended period of time,
power assistance may be
reduced.
Power steering assistance should
return back to normal when the
system has cooled down.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for
charging of the vehicle battery.
Ignition switch positions
Turn key:

110Driving and operating0:ignition off: Some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously1:accessory power mode: Steering wheel lock released, some
electrical functions are operable,
ignition is off2:ignition on power mode: Ignition
is on. Control indicators
illuminate and most electrical
functions are operable3:engine start: Release key after
starting procedure beginsSteering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
Retained power off The following electronic systems areoperable until the driver's door is
opened or at the latest for
10 minutes after the ignition is
switched off:
● power windows
● power outlets
● power sunroof
Power to the Infotainment system will continue to operate for 30 minutes oruntil the key is removed from the
ignition switch, regardless of whether
any door is opened.Starting the engine
Turn key to position 1 to release the
steering wheel lock.
Manual transmission: operate clutch
and brake pedal.
Manual transmission automated:
operate brake pedal.
Do not operate the accelerator pedal. Turn key briefly to position 3 and
release: an automatic procedure
operates the starter after a brief
delay, until the engine is running. See
"Automatic Starter Control".