2018.5 VAUXHALL VIVA ABS

168Vehicle care
2. Screw in the towing eye as far asit will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a
tow rod – to the towing eye.
General
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Switch the selector lever to neutral.
Release the parking brake.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
The vehicle must be towed facing
forward, not faster than 55 mph. In all
other cases and when the
transmission is defective, the front
axle must be raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and engage in the front
bumper.
Appearance care
Exterior care
Locks The locks are lubricated at the factory
using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a de-icing agent only
when absolutely necessary, as this
has a degreasing effect and impairs
lock function. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a workshop.
Washing
The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences. Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.

174Service and maintenanceSelect the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 177.
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 3 177.
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.

194IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 133
Adjustable air vents ...................104
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........71
Airbag deactivation ................44, 71
Airbag label................................... 39 Airbag system .............................. 39
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 105
Air conditioning system ................ 99
Air intake .................................... 105
Air vents...................................... 104
Antilock brake system ................ 117
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......73
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Appearance care ........................168
Ashtrays ....................................... 63
Autostop ..................................... 109
B Battery discharge protection ........97
Battery voltage ............................. 84
Belts.............................................. 37
Bonnet ....................................... 135
Bonnet open ................................. 75
Brake and clutch fluid .................173
Brake and clutch system .............72
Brake assist ............................... 118
Brake fluid .................................. 138Brakes ............................... 117, 138
Breakdown.................................. 167
Bulb replacement ....................... 141
C Capacities .................................. 183
Catalytic converter .....................113
Central locking system ................21
Centre console storage ...............52
Centre high-mounted brake light 145
Changing tyre and wheel size ...157
Charging system .......................... 72
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 48
Child restraints.............................. 45
Child restraint systems ................45
Cigarette lighter ........................... 63
City mode ................................... 121
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems ...............98
Clock ............................................ 61
Code ............................................. 82
Control indicators.......................... 68
Control of the vehicle .................106
Controls ........................................ 59
Coolant and antifreeze ...............173
Cornering lights ............................ 93
Cruise control ...................... 75, 122