2018.5 VAUXHALL ADAM warning light

Storage63Fold in number plate light
Fold number plate light forwards.
Retracting the rear carrier system
Caution
Take care that all foldable parts,
e.g. wheel recesses and mounting brackets, are stowed accurately.
Otherwise the rear carrier system might get damaged when trying to retract it.
Push the release lever up and hold.
Lift the system slightly and push it into the bumper until it engages.
Release lever must return to original
position.
9 Warning
If the system cannot be correctly
engaged, please seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Load compartment
The rear seat backrest is divided into
two parts. Both parts can be folded
down separately.
Load compartment extension
Remove the load compartment cover
if necessary.
Press the catch and push down the
head restraint.
Insert seat belt latch plate into side
holder to protect the belt against
damage.

64Storage
Pull the loop on one or both backrestsand fold them down onto the seat
cushion.
To fold up, raise the backrests into
upright position and let them engage
audibly.
The backrests are properly engaged
when the red marks on both release
loops are not visible.
9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely locked in
position before driving. Failure to
do so may result in personal injury or damage to load or vehicle in the event of heavy braking or collision.
Hook for carrier bags
Use the hook at the right sidewall of
the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Maximum load: 5 kg.
Rear storage
Storage box A closable storage box is located in
the load compartment. The cover is lockable by turning the knob. It must
be locked while driving.
To open, unlock and lift up the cover.
To remove the cover, open it and slide sideways to the left.
The box can be separated by a
divider.
The storage box cover can be loaded
with max. 20 kg.
Removal
To gain access to emergency breakdown equipment or for bulb
replacement of the tail lights, the
storage box must be removed:
● Remove the load compartment cover 3 65.
● Fold down the rear backrests 3 63.
● Open the storage box.

66StorageRear floor storage coverRear floor cover
Lift up rear floor cover to gain access
to emergency breakdown equipment.
Tools 3 186.
Subwoofer cover
Lift up rear part of floor cover to gain
access to the warning triangle.
When closing floor cover, ensure it is
fixed with the Velcro fastener.
Removal
Remove floor cover to gain access to
emergency breakdown equipment
and for bulb replacement of tail lights:
● Lift up and fold the rear part to the
front.
● Pull out the cover to the rear, it will be lifted slightly by a guide.
● Detach the cover from the load compartment.
To gain access to the right cover in
the load compartment, e.g. for bulb
replacement, fold down rear right
backrest and pull out the tool box
beside the subwoofer.
Bulb replacement 3 176.
Installation ● Install the tool box if removed.
● Place the floor cover in load compartment.

Instruments and controls71Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 72
Steering wheel adjustment ........72
Steering wheel controls .............72
Heated steering wheel ...............72
Horn ........................................... 73
Windscreen wiper and washer ..73
Rear window wiper and washer ...................................... 74
Outside temperature ..................75
Clock ......................................... 76
Power outlets ............................. 77
Inductive charging .....................78
Cigarette lighter ......................... 79
Ashtrays .................................... 79
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 80
Instrument cluster ......................80
Speedometer ............................. 80
Odometer .................................. 80
Trip odometer ............................ 80
Tachometer ............................... 80
Fuel gauge ................................ 81
Fuel selector .............................. 81Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 82
Service display .......................... 83
Control indicators ......................84
Turn lights .................................. 86
Seat belt reminder .....................86
Airbag and belt tensioners .........87
Airbag deactivation ....................87
Charging system .......................87
Malfunction indicator light ..........88
Service vehicle soon .................88
Brake and clutch system ...........88
Operate pedal ............................ 88
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....89
Gear shifting .............................. 89
Power steering .......................... 89
Parking assist ............................ 89
Electronic Stability Control off ...89
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........89
Exhaust filter .............................. 90
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 90
Engine oil pressure ....................90
Low fuel ..................................... 91
Immobiliser ................................ 91
Exterior light .............................. 91
High beam ................................. 91
Rear fog light ............................. 91Cruise control............................ 91
Door open .................................. 91
Displays ....................................... 92
Driver Information Centre ..........92
Info Display ................................ 96
Vehicle messages ........................98
Warning chimes .......................100
Battery voltage ........................ 101
Vehicle personalisation ..............101
Telematics service .....................105
OnStar ..................................... 105

80Instruments and controlsWarning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
The needles of the instruments briefly
rotate to the end position when the
ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The bottom line displays the recorded distance in miles.
Trip odometer The top line displays the recordeddistance since the last reset.
To reset, press SET/CLR on the stalk
for a few seconds 3 92.
Trip odometer counts up to a distance
of 2000 miles and then restarts at 0.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
Caution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.

82Instruments and controlsWhen petrol fuel tank is empty, the
engine will not start.
Every six months, run the petrol tank
down until control indicator Y
illuminates, then refuel. This helps
maintain fuel quality and system
function for petrol operation.
Fill the tank completely at regular
intervals to prevent corrosion in the
tank.
Faults and remedies
If gas mode is not possible, check
whether there is enough liquid gas or petrol present for starting.
Due to extreme temperatures in
combination with the gas
composition, it may take slightly
longer before the system switches
from petrol to gas mode.
In extreme situations, the system may
also switch back to petrol mode if the
minimum requirements are not
fulfilled. If conditions allow, it might be
possible to manually switch back to
liquid gas operation.
Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of all other faults.Caution
Repairs and adjustments may onlybe made by trained specialists in
order to maintain the safety and
warranty on the LPG system.
Liquid gas is given a particular odour
(odorised) so that any leaks can be
detected easily.
9 Warning
If you smell gas in the vehicle or in
the immediate vicinity, switch to petrol mode immediately. No
smoking. No naked flames or
ignition sources.
If the gas odour persists, do not start
the engine. Have the cause of the
fault remedied by a workshop.
When using underground car parks,
follow the instructions of the operator
and local laws.
Notice
In the event of an accident, switch off
the ignition.
Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 161.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
left area:engine operating
temperature not yet
reachedcentral
area:normal operating
temperatureright area:temperature too high

86Instruments and controlsControl indicators in the centre
console
Overview
OTurn lights 3 86XSeat belt reminder 3 86vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 87VAirbag deactivation 3 87pCharging system 3 87ZMalfunction indicator light
3 88gService vehicle soon 3 88RBrake and clutch system
3 88-Operate pedal 3 88uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 89[Gear shifting 3 89cPower steering 3 89rParking assist 3 89nElectronic Stability Control off
3 89bElectronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 89%Exhaust filter 3 90wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 90IEngine oil pressure 3 90YLow fuel 3 91dImmobiliser 3 918Exterior light 3 91CHigh beam 3 91rRear fog light 3 91mCruise control 3 91hDoor open 3 91
Turn lights
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes
A turn light or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn light or associated fuse.
Bulb replacement 3 172.
Fuses 3 181
Turn lights 3 113.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder on front seats
X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red in the tachometer.

88Instruments and controlsIlluminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Additionally, a warning message is
displayed in the Driver Information Centre.
The vehicle needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. Vehicle messages 3 98.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 170.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 141.
Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 131.
Flashes
Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine with the key 3 16,
3 130.
On some versions, the Driver
Information Centre indicates a
message to operate the clutch pedal
3 98.