2018 OPEL KARL charging

142Vehicle careCaution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Washer fluid 3 176.
Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of
the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below MIN seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 176.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to vehicle battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 98.
Disconnecting the battery
If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the
ignition on then off, then disconnect
the vehicle's battery within
15 seconds.

Vehicle care143Replacing the vehicle batteryNote
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this section may lead to
temporary deactivation or
disturbance of the stop-start system.
When the vehicle battery is being
replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a
ventilation hole is open in this area, it
must be closed off with a dummy cap, and the ventilation in the vicinity of the
negative terminal must be opened.
Ensure that the battery is always replaced by the same type of battery.
We recommend the use of an originalOpel battery.
Note
Using an AGM vehicle battery
different from the original Opel
vehicle battery may result in a lower
performance.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6
volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the battery
might be damaged.
Jump starting 3 169.
Stop-start system 3 111.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of the reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.

Vehicle care1631. Open the floor cover.
2. Remove the compressor and thesealant bottle.
3. Remove the electrical connectioncable and air hose from the
storage compartments on the
underside of the compressor.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
6. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
8. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the
engine.

196IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 137
Adjustable air vents ...................105
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........72
Airbag deactivation ................46, 72
Airbag label................................... 41 Airbag system .............................. 41
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 106
Air conditioning system .............. 100
Air intake .................................... 106
Air vents...................................... 105
Antilock brake system ................ 119
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......74
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Appearance care ........................172
Ashtrays ....................................... 65
Autostop ..................................... 111
B Battery discharge protection ........98
Battery voltage ............................. 85
Belts.............................................. 39
Bonnet ....................................... 139
Bonnet open ................................. 76
Brake and clutch fluid .................176
Brake and clutch system .............73
Brake assist ............................... 120
Brake fluid .................................. 142Brakes ............................... 119, 142
Breakdown.................................. 171
Bulb replacement ....................... 144
C Capacities .................................. 187
Catalytic converter .....................115
Central locking system ................23
Centre console storage ...............54
Centre high-mounted brake light 149
Changing tyre and wheel size ...161
Charging system .......................... 73
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 50
Child restraints.............................. 47
Child restraint systems ................47
Cigarette lighter ........................... 65
City mode ................................... 123
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems ...............99
Clock ............................................ 63
Code ............................................. 83
Collision damage repair ..............192
Control indicators.......................... 69
Control of the vehicle .................108
Controls ........................................ 61
Coolant and antifreeze ...............176
Cornering lights ............................ 94
Cruise control ...................... 76, 124