178Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................178
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 178
Vehicle storage ........................179
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....179
Vehicle checks ........................... 180
Performing work ......................180
Bonnet ..................................... 180
Engine oil ................................. 181
Engine coolant ......................... 182
Power steering fluid .................182
Washer fluid ............................ 183
Brakes ..................................... 183
Brake fluid ............................... 183
Vehicle battery ......................... 184
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....185
Wiper blade replacement ........185
Bulb replacement .......................186
Halogen headlights ..................187
Fog lights ................................. 188
Tail lights ................................. 189
Number plate light ...................190
Electrical system ........................191
Fuses ....................................... 191
Engine compartment fuse box . 191Instrument panel fuse box .......193
Load compartment fuse box ....195
Vehicle tools .............................. 196
Tools ........................................ 196
Wheels and tyres .......................197
Winter tyres ............................. 197
Tyre designations ....................197
Tyre pressure .......................... 198
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 199
Tread depth ............................. 202
Changing tyre and wheel size . 203
Wheel covers ........................... 203
Tyre chains .............................. 204
Tyre repair kit .......................... 204
Wheel changing .......................207
Spare wheel ............................ 209
Jump starting ............................. 211
Towing ....................................... 213
Towing the vehicle ...................213
Towing another vehicle ...........214
Appearance care .......................215
Exterior care ............................ 215
Interior care ............................. 217General Information
Accessories and vehicle modifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Any modification, conversion or other
changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control units) may invalidate the warrantyoffered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may affect driver assistance
systems, fuel consumption, CO 2
emissions and other emissions of the
vehicle. They may also invalidate the
vehicle operating permit.
Vehicle care197Wheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition
Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
Winter tyres
Winter tyres improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 233.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.
Using winter tyres may result in
decreased dry road traction,
increased road noise and shortertread life. After changing to winter
tyres, be alert for changes in vehicle
handling and braking.
If using winter tyres, make sure to use ● tyres of the same brand and tread
type on all four wheel positions
● only radial ply tyres of the same size, load range and speed ratingas the tyres originally fitted at the
factory.
Winter tyres with the same speed
rating as the tyres originally fitted at
the factory may not be available for H,
V, W, Y and ZR speed rated tyres. If using winter tyres with a lower speed
rating, never exceed the tyre's
maximum speed capability.
Tyre designations
E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H215:tyre width, mm60:cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), percentageR:belt type: RadialRF:type: RunFlat16:wheel diameter, inches95:load index e.g. 95 is equivalent
to 690 kgH:speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q:up to 160 km/hS:up to 180 km/hT:up to 190 km/hH:up to 210 km/hV:up to 240 km/hW:up to 270 km/h
Choose a tyre appropriate for the
maximum speed of your vehicle.
The maximum speed is achievable at kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus125 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the maximum speed of
the vehicle.
Performance 3 229.
Directional tyres
Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
Vehicle care203
The legally permissible minimum
tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
reached when the tread has worn
down as far as one of the tread wear
indicators (TWI). Their position is
indicated by markings on the
sidewall.
If there is more wear at the front than
the rear, swap round front wheels and rear wheels. Ensure that the direction
of rotation of the wheels is the same
as before.
Tyres age, even if they are not used.
We recommend tyre replacement
every six years.
Changing tyre and wheel
size
If tyres of a different size than those
fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the
speedometer as well as the nominal
tyre pressure and make other vehicle modifications.
After converting to a different tyre
size, have the label with tyre
pressures replaced and the tyre
pressure monitoring system
reinitialised. 3 1999 Warning
The use of unsuitable tyres or
wheels may lead to accidents and will invalidate the vehicle
operating permit.
Wheel covers
Wheel covers and tyres that are
factory-approved for the respective
vehicle and comply with all of the
relevant wheel and tyre combination requirements must be used.
If the wheel covers and tyres used are
not factory-approved, the tyres must
not have a rim protection ridge.
Wheel covers must not impair brake
cooling.9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel
covers could lead to sudden
pressure loss and thereby
accidents.
Vehicles with alloy wheels: When
mounting steel wheels with alloy
wheel nuts, e.g. when changing to
winter tyres, the wheel covers cannot
be attached to the steel wheels.
204Vehicle careTyre chains
Use tyre chains only on front wheels.
9Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of
size 215/65 R16, 215/60 R17 and
215/55 R18.
On tyres of size 215/65 R16 and
215/60 R17 always use fine mesh
chains suitable for sport utility
vehicles that add no more than
9 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain lock).
On tyres of size 215/55 R18 only usespecial snow chains which are
permitted for Opel Mokka and tyres of these sizes. For further information
contact a workshop.
The use of tyre chains is not permitted
on the temporary spare wheel.
Tyre repair kit
Minor damage to the tyre tread can be repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that
is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If you have a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear, reverse gear or P.
The tyre repair kit is located in the
right side of rear compartment.
1. Take the tyre repair kit from the compartment.
Vehicle care209Jacking position for lifting platform
Rear arm position of the lifting
platform centrically under the recess
of the sill.
Front arm position of the lifting
platform at the underbody.
Spare wheel Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel
3 204.
If mounting a spare wheel, which is
different from the other wheels, this
wheel might be classified as a
temporary spare wheel and the
corresponding speed limits apply,
even though no label indicates this.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
check the applicable speed limit.
The spare wheel has a steel rim.Caution
The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres
could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible.
The spare wheel is located in the load
compartment beneath the floor
covering. It is secured with a wing nut.
Stowing a damaged full size
wheel in the load compartment
The spare wheel well is not designed for other tyre sizes than the spare
wheel.
210Vehicle care
A damaged full size wheel must be
stowed in the load compartment and
secured with a strap. Vehicle tools
3 196.
To secure the wheel: 1. Position the wheel in the middle of
the load compartment.
2. Place the loop end of the strap through the lashing eye on one
side.
3. Place the hook end of the strap through the loop and pull it until
the strap is fastened securely to
the lashing eye.4. Insert the strap through the spokes of the wheel as shown in
the illustration.
5. Mount the hook to the opposite lashing eye.
6. Tighten the strap and secure it using the buckle.
9 Danger
Always drive with folded up and
engaged rear seat backrests when stowing a damaged full size wheel
in the load compartment.
Temporary spare wheelCaution
The use of the temporary spare
wheel could affect driveability.
Have the defective tyre renewed
or repaired as soon as possible.
Only mount one temporary spare
wheel. Do not drive faster than
80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not
use for a long period of time.
If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the
rear while towing another vehicle,
mount the temporary spare wheel at
the front and the full size tyre at the
rear.
Tyre chains 3 204.
Spare wheel with directional tyre If possible, fit directional tyres such
that they roll in the direction of travel.
The rolling direction is indicated by a
symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the
sidewall.
Technical data231Vehicle dimensionsLength [mm]4275Width without exterior mirrors [mm]1781Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]2038Height (without antenna) [mm]1659/17465)Length of load compartment floor [mm]731Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]1428Load compartment width [mm]914Load compartment height [mm]808Wheelbase [mm]2555Turning circle diameter [m]10.9/11.3 5)5)
Depending on wheel size and equipment.
244IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 178
Adaptive forward lighting .....97, 120
Adjustable air vents ...................132
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........93
Airbag deactivation ................51, 94
Airbag label................................... 46 Airbag system .............................. 46
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 133
Air conditioning system .............. 128
Air intake .................................... 132
Air vents...................................... 132
All-wheel drive ........................... 148
Antilock brake system ................ 149
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......94
Anti-theft alarm system ................30
Anti-theft locking system .............. 30
Appearance care ........................215
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................34
Automatic light control ...............117
Automatic locking ........................28
Automatic transmission .............144
Autostop ..................................... 139
Auxiliary heater ........................... 131
B Battery discharge protection ......126
Battery voltage ........................... 105Bicycle rack .................................. 62
Bonnet ....................................... 180
Brake and clutch fluid .................219
Brake and clutch system .............94
Brake assist ............................... 150
Brake fluid .................................. 183
Brakes ............................... 149, 183
Breakdown.................................. 213
Bulb replacement ....................... 186
C
Capacities .................................. 232
Catalytic converter .....................143
Central locking system ................24
Centre console storage ...............62
Changing tyre and wheel size ...203
Charging system .......................... 94
Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 55
Child restraints.............................. 52
Child restraint systems ................52
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............127
Clock............................................. 82
Code ........................................... 104
Collision damage repair ..............239
Control indicators.......................... 89
Control of the vehicle .................135
Controls ........................................ 78