2018 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA charging

Driving and operating161Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation ( e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a danger to yourself and others.
All systems function during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 165.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.Use only floor mats, which fit properly and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver side.
Steering If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher.
Additionally, the cleaning process of
the diesel particle filter may take
place more often.
Diesel particle filter 3 168.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for
charging of the vehicle battery.

Driving and operating167● The driver's seat belt isunfastened and the driver's door
is opened.
● The engine temperature is too low.
● The charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level.
● The brake vacuum is not sufficient.
● The vehicle is driven at least at walking speed.
● The climate control system requests an engine start.
● The air conditioning is manually switched on.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop during the restart might be noticeable.Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the parking brake. Pull switch m for
approx. one second and check
if the control indicator m
illuminates.
The electric parking brake is applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 107.
● Switch off the engine. ● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P before
switching off ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P before switching off ignition.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Switch off ignition with power button. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
● Lock the vehicle with button on the door handle.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 32.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 239.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low
load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.

Vehicle care243
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 3 283.
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 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 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 3 146.
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.
Replacing the vehicle battery
Notice
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.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 165.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed

Vehicle care2692.Type 1: screw the compressor air
hose to the connection on the
sealant bottle and fit the sealant
bottle into the retainer on the
compressor.
Type 2: remove screw plug from
the compressor and from the
sealant bottle. Screw the bottle on the compressor without removing
the tinfoil from the bottle.
3. Set the compressor near the tyre in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
4. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
5. Type 1: screw the filler hose to the
tyre valve.
Type 2: remove protection cap
from filler hose and screw the filler
hose to the tyre valve. The air
release valve must be closed (turn
clockwise).
6. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
7. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the battery,
we recommend running the
engine.
8. Set the rocker switch on the compressor to I. The tyre is filled
with sealant.

316IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 237
Active bonnet ................................ 69
Active emergency braking ..........201
Adaptive cruise control .......111, 189
AdBlue ................................ 109, 170
Adjustable air vents ...................157
Airbag and belt tensioners .........106
Airbag deactivation ..............61, 106
Airbag label................................... 56
Airbag system .............................. 56
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 159
Air conditioning system .............. 148
Air intake .................................... 158
Air vents...................................... 157
All-wheel drive ........................... 178
Antilock brake system ................ 178
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....108
Anti-theft alarm system ................32
Anti-theft locking system .............. 32
Appearance care ........................279
Armrest ................................... 51, 53
Armrest storage ........................... 72
Ashtrays ....................................... 95 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38
Automatic dimming ......................37
Automatic light control ...............135
Automatic locking ........................25Automatic transmission .............173
Autostop ..................................... 165
Auxiliary heater ........................... 157
B Baselevel display ........................112
Battery discharge protection ......146
Battery voltage ........................... 124
Belts.............................................. 54 BlueInjection ............................... 170
Bonnet ....................................... 239
Brake and clutch fluid .................283
Brake and clutch system ...........107
Brake assist ............................... 180
Brake fluid .................................. 242
Brakes ............................... 178, 242
Breakdown.................................. 277
Bulb replacement ....................... 245
C Capacities .................................. 299
Cargo management system ........79
Catalytic converter .....................169
Central locking system ................21
Centre console lighting ..............145
Centre console storage ...............72
Changing tyre and wheel size ...266
Charging system ........................ 107
Child locks ................................... 26
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 65

318Headlight flash ........................... 137
Headlight range adjustment ......137
Headlights................................... 134 Headlights when driving abroad 137
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 43
Head-up display.......................... 121 Heated mirrors ............................. 37
Heated rear window ..................... 40
Heated steering wheel .................88
Heated windscreen .......................41
Heating .................................. 52, 53
High beam ......................... 110, 135
High beam assist ................110, 135
Hill start assist ........................... 181
Horn ....................................... 13, 88
I
Identification plate .....................286
Immobiliser .......................... 35, 110
Indicators .................................... 101
Inductive charging ........................94
Info display ................................. 119
Information displays.................... 112
Instrument cluster ........................96
Instrument panel fuse box .........259
Instrument panel illumination .....255
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 143
Instrument panel overview ........... 10Interactive driving system ...........183
Interior care ............................... 281
Interior lighting ............................ 143
Interior lights ...................... 143, 255
Interior mirrors .............................. 37
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 276
K
Key, memorised settings ..............21
L
Lane change alert .......................216
Lane keep assist ................108, 228
Lashing eyes ............................... 79
LED headlights ...........110, 138, 247
Lighting features .........................145
Light switch ................................ 134
Load compartment ................27, 73
Load compartment cover .............76
Loading information .....................84
Low fuel ..................................... 110
M Malfunction indicator light ..........107
Manual anti-dazzle ......................37
Manual seat adjustment ...............46
Manual transmission .................. 177
Massage ....................................... 53Memorised settings......................21
Midlevel display .......................... 112
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................143
N New vehicle running-in ..............161
Number plate light .....................255
O Object detection systems ...........206
Odometer ................................... 102
Oil, engine .......................... 283, 288
OnStar ........................................ 129
Outside temperature ....................91
Overrun cut-off ........................... 164
P Panoramic view system ..............218
Parking ................................ 18, 167
Parking assist ......................37, 206
Parking brake ............................ 179
Parking lights ............................. 142
Particulate filter ........................... 168
Pedestrian detection ...................111
Performance .............................. 293
Performing work ........................239
Power button .............................. 162
Power outlets ............................... 93
Power seat adjustment ................48
Power windows ............................ 38