2018.5 OPEL KARL roof rack

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.

58StorageVehicles with tyre repair kit
Stow the warning triangle in the
vehicle tool box below the floor over
in the load compartment.
First aid kit
Stow the first-aid kit in the load
compartment.
Roof rack system
Roof rackFor safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, a vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended.
Mount the roof rack to the roof rails
following the installation instructions
delivered with the roof rack.
Remove the roof rack when not in use.

Storage59Loading information● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests.
Ensure that the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent themfrom sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be
angled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not
cover the sensor on top of the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, orhinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or vehicle.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 178) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
and vehicle speed according to
the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
The permissible roof load for
vehicles with roof railing is 50 kg.
The roof load is the combined
weight of the roof rack and the
load.

Vehicle care171If using a car wash, comply with the
car wash manufacturer's instructions.
The windscreen wiper and rear
window wiper must be switched off.
Remove antenna and external
accessories such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use
an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax painted parts of the vehicle
regularly (at the latest when water no longer beads). Otherwise, the
paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.Unpainted plastic body parts must not
be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Sunroof
Never clean with solvents or abrasive agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.
paint cleaner, acetone-containing
solutions etc.), acidic or highly
alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do
not apply wax or polishing agents to
the sunroof.

184Technical dataVehicle dimensionsLength [mm]3675Width without exterior mirrors [mm]1595-16323)Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]1876Height (without antenna) [mm] without roof rack1476-1495 3)Length of load compartment floor [mm]486Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]1109Load compartment width [mm]968Load compartment height with cover [mm]499Height of load compartment opening [mm]608Wheelbase [mm]2385Turning circle diameter [m] 3)9.8 - 10.73)
Depending on equipment variants.

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