2018.5 VAUXHALL ADAM recommended oil

168Vehicle careIf the bonnet is opened during anAutostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Closing
Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall
into the latch from a low height
(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is engaged.Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch, to avoid dents.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually
on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine. Ensure that the correct specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
3 214.
The maximum engine oil
consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert it fully, pull out and read the
engine oil level.Caution
It is the owner's responsibility to
maintain the proper level of an
appropriate quality oil in the
engine.
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out. If the oil exceeds the maximum level, do
not start the vehicle and contact a
workshop.

Service and maintenance213Service and
maintenanceGeneral information ...................213
Service information ..................213
Recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 214
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 214General information
Service information In order to ensure economical and
safe vehicle operation and to
maintain the value of your vehicle, it
is of vital importance that all
maintenance work is carried out at the proper intervals as specified.
The detailed, up-to-date service
schedule for your vehicle is available
at the workshop.
Service display 3 83.
European service intervals
Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 20,000 miles or after
one year, whichever occurs first. Additional engine oil and filter change is indicated by the engine oil life
system, when required earlier than
maintenance.
A shorter service interval can be valid
for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for
taxis and police vehicles.
The European service intervals are
valid for the following countries:Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Greenland, Hungary,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta,
Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,
Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Service display 3 83.
International service intervals Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 10,000 miles or after one year, whichever occurs first.
Additional engine oil and filter change is indicated by the engine oil life
system, when required earlier than
maintenance.
Severe operating conditions exist if
one or more of the following
circumstances occur frequently: Cold
starting, stop and go operation, trailer operation, mountain driving, driving
on poor and sandy road surfaces,

214Service and maintenanceincreased 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 regular
service interval.
The international service intervals are
valid for the countries which are not
listed in the European service
intervals.
Service display 3 83.
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 and diesel engines. If it is
unavailable, engine oils of other listed qualities have to be used.
Recommendations for petrol engines
are also valid for Compressed Natural
Gas (CNG), Liquified Petroleum Gas
(LPG) and Ethanol (E85) fuelled
engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 218.
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.

Service and maintenance215Use of engine oils for all petrol
engines with only ACEA quality is
prohibited, since it can cause engine
damage under certain operating
conditions.
Select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 218.
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 3 218.All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze. Consult a
workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °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.

218Technical dataVehicle dataRecommended fluids and lubricantsEuropean service schedule Required engine oil qualityAll European countries with European service interval 3 213Engine oil qualityPetrol engines
B10XFT, F10XFT,
B14NEH, D14NEHAll other petrol engines
(including CNG, LPG, E85)dexos1 Gen2✔–dexos2–✔
All engines except B10XFT, F10XFT, B14NEH and D14NEH: In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. 1 l engine oil quality ACEA C3 for topping up once between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries with European service interval 3 213Ambient 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

220Technical dataEngine oil viscosity gradesAll countries with international service interval 3 213Ambient 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-40 1)1)
Permitted, but usage of oils with dexos quality is recommended.

240Info Display................................... 96
Information displays...................... 92
Instrument cluster ........................80
Instrument panel fuse box .........184
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 114
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 212
Interior lighting ............................ 114
Interior lights ...................... 114, 181
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 205
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lashing eyes ............................... 67
Light switch ................................ 110
Load compartment ................24, 63
Load compartment cover .............65
Loading information .....................69
Low fuel ....................................... 91
LPG .............................. 81, 161, 218M
Malfunction indicator light ............88
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 139
Manual transmission .................. 136
Manual transmission automated 136
Memorised settings ......................21
Midlevel Display............................ 92
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8 Misted light covers .....................114
N New vehicle running-in ..............129
Number plate light .....................180
O Object detection systems ...........149
Odometer ..................................... 80
Oil, engine .......................... 214, 218
OnStar ........................................ 105
Operate pedal ............................... 88
Outside temperature ....................75
Overrun cut-off ........................... 130
P
Parking ................................ 18, 133
Parking assist ...................... 89, 149
Parking brake ............................ 141
Parking lights ............................. 113
Particulate filter ........................... 134
Performance .............................. 223Performing work ........................167
Power outlets ............................... 77
Power steering.............................. 89
Power windows ............................ 29
Puncture ..................................... 198
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 237
Radio remote control ...................20
REACH ....................................... 232
Rear carrier system ......................54
Rear floor storage cover ..............66
Rear fog light ............................... 91
Rear fog lights ........................... 113
Rear storage ................................. 64
Rear window wiper and washer ..74
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 214, 218
Refuelling ................................... 161
Registered trademarks ...............234
Retained power off .....................129
Reversing lights .........................114
Ride control systems ..................142
Roof load ...................................... 69
Roof rack ..................................... 68
S
Safety belts ................................... 37
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 34 Seat belt ........................................ 8