2018.5 OPEL KARL oil temperature

172Vehicle careWheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen / rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery
Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.

Service and maintenance175increased air pollution, presence of
airborne sand and high dust content,
driving at high altitude and large
variations of temperature. Under
these severe operating conditions,
certain service work may be required more frequently than the regularservice interval.
The international service intervals are
valid for the countries which are not
listed in the European service
intervals.
Service display 3 69.
Confirmations
Confirmation of service is recorded in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
The date and mileage is completed
with the stamp and signature of the
servicing workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is
also a benefit when selling the
vehicle.Recommended fluids,
lubricants and parts
Recommended fluids andlubricants
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications.9 Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and could be
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on
the containers.
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and its viscosity. Quality is more
important than viscosity when
selecting which engine oil to use. The oil quality ensures e.g. engine
cleanliness, wear protection and oil
aging control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
thickness over a temperature range.
Dexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for petrol engines. If it is unavailable,
engine oils of other listed qualities
have to be used. Recommendations
for petrol engines are also valid for
Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 179.
Topping up engine oilCaution
In case of any spilled oil, wipe it up and dispose it properly.
Engine oils of different manufacturersand brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only ACEA
quality is prohibited, since it can
cause engine damage under certain
operating conditions.

176Service and maintenanceSelect the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 179.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade
depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 179.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -36 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -50 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Washer fluid Use only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.Brake and clutch fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should therefore be replaced at the specified interval.

Technical data179Vehicle dataRecommended fluids and lubricants
European service schedule Required engine oil qualityAll European countries with European service interval 3 174Engine oil qualityPetrol engines
(including LPG, E85)dexos2✔
In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. 1 l engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries with European service interval 3 174Ambient temperaturePetrol enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

Technical data181Engine oil viscosity gradesAll countries with international service interval 3 174Ambient temperaturePetrol enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40down to -20 °CSAE 10W-30 1)
or SAE 10W-401) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended.

197Cupholders .................................. 53
Curtain airbag system .................. 46
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights .................95
Declaration of conformity ............187
Door open .................................... 78
Doors ............................................ 26
Driver assistance systems ..........124
Driver Information Centre .............78
Driving hints ................................ 108
E Electric adjustment ......................29
Electrical system......................... 149
Electronic climate control system 103
Electronic driving programmes ..118
Electronic Stability Control.......... 122
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............75
Electronic Stability Control off....... 75
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......136
Engine compartment fuse box ...150
Engine coolant ........................... 139
Engine coolant temperature ........76
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 68
Engine data ............................... 182
Engine exhaust .......................... 115
Engine identification ...................178Engine oil ................... 138, 175, 179
Engine oil pressure ......................76
Event data recorders ..................192
Exit lighting .................................. 98
Exterior care .............................. 170
Exterior light ................................. 77
Exterior lighting ......................14, 94
Exterior mirrors ............................. 29
F Fault ........................................... 118
First aid ......................................... 58
First aid kit ................................... 58
Fixed air vents ........................... 107
Fog light ....................................... 77
Fog lights ................................... 145
Folding mirrors ............................. 29
Front airbag system .....................44
Front doors ................................... 25
Front fog lights ............................. 96
Front seats.................................... 36
Front turn lights .......................... 145
Fuel............................................. 129
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......131
Fuel for petrol engines ...............129
Fuel gauge ................................... 66 Fuel selector ................................ 67
Fuses ......................................... 149G
Gauges ......................................... 65
Gear shifting ................................. 75
Glovebox ..................................... 53
H Halogen headlights ....................143
Hand brake ......................... 119, 120
Hazard warning flashers ..............95
Headlight flash ............................. 94
Headlight range adjustment ........95
Headlights..................................... 94 Headlights when driving abroad ..95
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 35
Heated mirrors ............................. 29
Heated rear window ..................... 32
Heated steering wheel .................61
Heating ........................................ 38
Heating and ventilation system . 100
High beam ............................. 77, 94
Hill start assist ........................... 120
Horn ....................................... 15, 62
I Identification plate .....................178
Ignition switch positions .............109
Immobiliser ............................ 28, 77
Indicators ...................................... 65
Info Display ................................... 83
Information displays...................... 78

198Instrument cluster ........................65
Instrument panel fuse box .........152
Instrument panel illumination .....148
Instrument panel illumination control ...................................... 97
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 172
Interior lighting .............................. 97
Interior lights ........................ 98, 148
Interior mirrors .............................. 30
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 168
K Key, memorised settings ..............23
Keys ............................................. 21
Keys, locks ................................... 21
L
Lane departure warning .......75, 128
Light switch .................................. 94
Load compartment ................26, 54
Load compartment cover .............56
Loading information .....................59
Low fuel ....................................... 77
LPG ...................................... 67, 131M
Malfunction indicator light ............74
Manual adjustment ......................29
Manual anti-dazzle ......................30
Manual mode ............................. 118
Manual transmission .................. 115
Manual transmission automated 116
Manual windows ..........................31
Memorised settings ......................23
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors ......................................... 29
Misted light covers .......................97
N New vehicle running-in ..............109
Number plate light .....................148
O Object detection systems ...........127
Odometer ..................................... 66
Oil, engine .......................... 175, 179
OnStar .......................................... 89
Operate pedal ............................... 74
Outside temperature ....................63
Overrun cut-off ........................... 111
P Parking ................................ 20, 114
Parking assist ............................ 127
Parking brake ............................ 120
Parking lights ............................... 97Performance .............................. 183
Performing work ........................137
Power outlets ............................... 65
Power steering.............................. 75
Power windows ............................ 31
Puncture ..................................... 163
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 195
Radio remote control ...................22
REACH ....................................... 190
Reading lights .............................. 98
Rear doors ................................... 26
Rear floor storage cover ..............57
Rear fog light ......................... 77, 96
Rear window wiper and washer ..63
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 175, 179
Reduced engine power ................77
Refuelling ................................... 131 Registered trademarks ...............191
Retained power off .....................110
Reversing lights ........................... 97
Ride control systems ..................121
Roof .............................................. 33
Roof load ...................................... 59
Roof rack ..................................... 58