2019.1 OPEL COMBO E brake fluid

18In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
To engage reverse on 6-speed
transmission, depress the clutch
pedal, pull the ring under the selector
lever and move the selector lever
quite to the left and front.
Manual transmission 3 160.
Automatic transmissionP:park position, front wheels are
locked, engage only when the
vehicle is stationary and the
parking brake is appliedR:reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationaryN:neutralD:automatic modeM:manual mode
Automatic transmission 3 157.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 232 and
condition 3 265
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 215
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 38,
seats 3 47 and seat belts
3 57
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet

Instruments and controls105Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon
H illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
May illuminate together with other
control indicators and a
corresponding message in the Driver
Information Centre.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Stop engine
Y illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.Illuminates together with other controlindicators, accompanied by a warning
chime and a corresponding message in the Driver Information Centre.
Stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
System check
J illuminates yellow or red.
Illuminates yellow
A minor engine fault has been
detected.
Illuminates red
A major engine fault has been
detected.
Stop engine as soon as possible and seek the assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch system
R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Parking brake
m illuminates red.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 162.
Electric parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake is applied
3 162.
Flashes
Electric parking brake is not applied
automatically. The application or the
release is faulty.

212Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................212
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 212
Vehicle storage ........................213
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....214
Vehicle checks ........................... 214
Performing work ......................214
Bonnet ..................................... 214
Engine oil ................................. 215
Engine coolant ......................... 216
Washer fluid ............................ 217
Brakes ..................................... 217
Brake fluid ............................... 217
Vehicle battery ......................... 217
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....219
Wiper blade replacement ........219
Bulb replacement .......................220
Halogen headlights ..................220
LED headlights ........................ 222
Front fog lights ......................... 222
Front turn lights .......................223
Tail lights ................................. 224
Side turn lights ......................... 226
Number plate light ...................227
Interior lights ............................ 227Electrical system........................227
Fuses ....................................... 227
Engine compartment fuse box . 228
Instrument panel fuse box .......229
Vehicle tools .............................. 230
Tools ........................................ 230
Wheels and tyres .......................231
Winter tyres ............................. 231
Tyre designations ....................232
Tyre pressure .......................... 232
Tyre deflation detection system .................................... 233
Tread depth ............................. 234
Changing tyre and wheel size . 235
Wheel covers ........................... 235
Tyre chains .............................. 235
Tyre repair kit .......................... 236
Wheel changing .......................239
Spare wheel ............................ 240
Jump starting ............................. 244
Towing ....................................... 245
Towing the vehicle ...................245
Towing another vehicle ...........246
Appearance care .......................247
Exterior care ............................ 247
Interior care ............................. 249General Information
Accessories and vehiclemodifications
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 warranty
offered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may affect driver assistance
systems, may impact fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle and
cause the vehicle to no longer
conform to the operating permit,
impacting the validity of your vehicle
registration.

Vehicle care213Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Cold protection covers
In order to prevent the accumulation
of snow at the radiator cooling fan, it is recommended to install removable
protection covers.
The protection covers must be
professionally installed, consult a
workshop.
Caution
The protection covers must be removed when one of the
following conditions occur:
● The ambient temperature is above 10 °C.
● When the vehicle is towed.
● The vehicle is driven at speeds
above 120 km/h.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.

Vehicle care217the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
windscreen washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.
The washer fluid level has to be
underneath the MAX mark.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Washer fluid 3 255.
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 DANGER and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below DANGER, seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 255.
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.

244Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 V). Its capacity
(Ah) must not be much less than
that of the discharged vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the vehicle battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
Open the positive terminal protection
caps of both vehicle batteries.
Lead connection order: 1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.

256Service and maintenanceAll of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only organic acid type-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. -28 °C. In
cold regions 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.
AdBlue Only use AdBlue to reduce the
nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
emission 3 154.

276IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 212
Active emergency braking ..110, 182
Adaptive cruise control .......109, 174
AdBlue ................................ 107, 154
Adjustable air vents ...................141
Advanced parking assist ............190
Airbag and belt tensioners .........103
Airbag deactivation ..............64, 104
Airbag label................................... 59 Airbag system .............................. 59
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 143
Air conditioning system .............. 133
Air intake .................................... 143
Air vents...................................... 141
Antilock brake system ................ 161
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....106
Anti-theft alarm system ................35
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35 Appearance care ........................247
Armrest ......................................... 51
Ashtrays ....................................... 97
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................40
Automatic light control ...............124
Automatic locking ........................28
Automatic transmission .............157
Autostop ............................. 108, 149B
Battery discharge protection ......131
Battery voltage ........................... 117
BlueInjection ............................... 154
Bonnet ....................................... 214
Brake and clutch fluid .................255
Brake and clutch system ...........105
Brake assist ............................... 165
Brake fluid .................................. 217
Brakes ............................... 161, 217
Breakdown.................................. 245
Bulb replacement ....................... 220
C Capacities .................................. 265
Cargo management system ........80
Catalytic converter .....................154
Central locking system ................25
Centre console lighting ..............130
Centre console storage ...............75
Changing tyre and wheel size ...235
Charging system ........................ 104
Child locks ................................... 28
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 68
Child restraints.............................. 65
Child restraint systems ................65
Child surveillance mirror ...............40
Cigarette lighter ........................... 96
Climate control ............................. 16