2018.5 OPEL KARL battery replacement

22Keys, doors and windowsKey with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Radio remote control
Used to operate:
● central locking system
● anti-theft alarm system
The radio remote control has a range of approx. 20 m. It can be restrictedby external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
● The range is exceeded.
● The battery voltage is too low.
● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not
in 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.
Unlocking 3 23.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.

Vehicle care135Vehicle careGeneral Information...................135
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 135
Vehicle storage ........................136
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....136
Vehicle checks ........................... 137
Performing work ......................137
Bonnet ..................................... 137
Engine oil ................................. 138
Engine coolant ......................... 139
Washer fluid ............................ 140
Brakes ..................................... 140
Brake fluid ............................... 140
Vehicle battery ......................... 140
Wiper blade replacement ........142
Bulb replacement .......................143
Halogen headlights ..................143
Fog lights ................................. 145
Front turn lights .......................145
Tail lights ................................. 146
Side turn lights ......................... 147
Centre high-mounted brake light ......................................... 147
Number plate light ...................148Interior lights ............................ 148
Instrument panel illumination ...148
Electrical system ........................149
Fuses ....................................... 149
Engine compartment fuse box . 150
Instrument panel fuse box .......152
Vehicle tools .............................. 153
Tools ........................................ 153
Wheels and tyres .......................154
Winter tyres ............................. 154
Tyre designations ....................154
Tyre pressure .......................... 155
Tyre pressure monitoring
system .................................... 156
Tread depth ............................. 159
Changing tyre and wheel size . 159 Wheel covers ........................... 160
Tyre chains .............................. 160
Tyre repair kit .......................... 160
Wheel changing .......................163
Spare wheel ............................ 166
Jump starting ............................. 168
Towing ....................................... 169
Towing the vehicle ...................169
Appearance care .......................170
Exterior care ............................ 170
Interior care ............................. 172General Information
Accessories and vehiclemodifications
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, fuel consumption, CO 2
emissions and other emissions of the
vehicle. They may also invalidate the
vehicle operating permit.

142Vehicle careMeaning of symbols:● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of the reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.Wiper blade replacement
Windscreen
Lift the wiper arm. Press release lever
and detach the wiper blade.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Rear window
Lift wiper arm. Push the wiper blade,
slightly angled to the wiper arm
downwards until it disengages.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

196IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 135
Adjustable air vents ...................106
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........73
Airbag deactivation ................46, 73
Airbag label................................... 41 Airbag system .............................. 41
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 107
Air conditioning system .............. 101
Air intake .................................... 107
Air vents...................................... 106
Antilock brake system ................ 119
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......75
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Appearance care ........................170
Ashtrays ....................................... 65
Autostop ..................................... 111
B Battery discharge protection ........99
Battery voltage ............................. 86
Belts.............................................. 39
Bonnet ....................................... 137
Bonnet open ................................. 77
Brake and clutch fluid .................175
Brake and clutch system .............74
Brake assist ............................... 120
Brake fluid .................................. 140Brakes ............................... 119, 140
Breakdown.................................. 169
Bulb replacement ....................... 143
C Capacities .................................. 185
Catalytic converter .....................115
Central locking system ................23
Centre console storage ...............54
Centre high-mounted brake light 147
Changing tyre and wheel size ...159
Charging system .......................... 74
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 50
Child restraints.............................. 47
Child restraint systems ................47
Cigarette lighter ........................... 65
City mode ................................... 123
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems .............100
Clock ............................................ 63
Code ............................................. 84
Control indicators.......................... 70
Control of the vehicle .................108
Controls ........................................ 61
Coolant and antifreeze ...............175
Cornering lights ............................ 95
Cruise control ...................... 77, 124