2019.5 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Owner's Manual

In brief15Climate control
Heated rear window
Operated by pressing b.
Heated rear window 3 41.
Heated windscreen
Operated by pressing ,.
Heated windscreen 3 41.
Heated exterior mirrors
Pressing b also operates the heated
exterior mirrors.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 37.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows, air conditioning system
● Press á: fan automatically
switches to higher speed, the air
distribution is directed towards
the windscreen.
● Set temperature control to warmest level.
● Switch on air conditioning A/C if
required.
● Switch on heated rear window b.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the doorwindows.
Air conditioning system 3 144.

16In briefDemisting and defrosting the
windows, electronic climate
control
● Press à. Temperature and air
distribution are set automatically
and the fan runs at high speed.
● Activate air condition: Press CLIMATE to show climate control
menu in the Info Display, then
select A/C.
● Switch on heated rear window b.
Electronic climate control system 3 147.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
Manual transmission 3 173.
Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 168.

In brief17Starting offCheck before starting off ● Tyre pressure 3 260 and
condition 3 296.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 237.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors 3 36,
seats 3 46 and seat belts
3 56.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Manual transmission: operateclutch and brake pedal.
● Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Press Engine Start/Stop button.
● Release button after starting procedure begins.
Starting the engine 3 159.
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, an Autostop is activated.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
Stop-start system 3 161.

18In briefParking9Warning
● 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 3 106.
● 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 by pressing the button on the door handle or
button e on the remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 236.
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.
Electronic key system 3 21.
Laying the vehicle up for a long period
of time 3 235.

Keys, doors and windows19Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 19
Keys .......................................... 19
Radio remote control .................20
Electronic key system ................21
Memorised settings ...................24
Central locking system ..............24
Automatic locking ......................26
Child locks ................................. 27
Doors ........................................... 28
Load compartment ....................28
Vehicle security ............................ 33
Anti-theft locking system ...........33
Anti-theft alarm system ..............33
Immobiliser ................................ 35
Exterior mirrors ............................ 36
Convex shape ........................... 36
Electric adjustment ....................36
Folding mirrors .......................... 36
Heated mirrors ........................... 37
Automatic dimming ....................37
Parking assist ............................ 38Interior mirrors............................. 38
Manual anti-dazzle ....................38
Automatic anti-dazzle ................38
Windows ...................................... 39
Windscreen ............................... 39
Power windows ......................... 39
Heated rear window ..................41
Heated windscreen ....................41
Sun visors .................................. 41
Roof ............................................. 42
Sunroof ...................................... 42Keys, locks
Keys Replacement keys
The key number is specified on a
detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser system.
Locks 3 278.
Central locking 3 24.
Starting the engine 3 159.
Radio remote control 3 20.
Electronic key 3 21.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 270.
Replacing battery Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for

20Keys, doors and windowsbattery replacement is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 122.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
To replace:
1. Press button at the back of the electronic key unit and extract thekey blade from the housing.
2. Insert the key blade again for approx. 6 mm and turn the key to
open the housing. Further
insertion of the key blade can
damage the housing.
3. Remove and replace battery. Use
CR 2032 or equivalent battery.
Pay attention to the installation
position.
4. Close the housing and insert key blade.
Radio remote control
Enables operation of the following
functions via the use of the remote control buttons:
● central locking system 3 24
● anti-theft locking system 3 33
● anti-theft alarm system 3 33
● power windows 3 39
● sunroof 3 42
The remote control has a range of up
to 100 m, but may also be much less
due to external influences. The
hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.

Keys, doors and windows21Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in radio remote control.
● The range is exceeded.
● The battery voltage is too low.
● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not
in range, which will require re-
synchronisation.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Manual unlocking 3 24.Electronic key system
Enables a keyless operation of the
following functions:
● central locking system 3 24
● switching on ignition and starting the engine 3 159
The electronic key simply needs to be on the driver's person.
Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control:
● central locking system
● anti-theft alarm system
● power windows
The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle the device with care, protect
from moisture and high temperatures
and avoid unnecessary operation.
Notice
Do not put the electronic key in the
load compartment.
Electronic key system operation
The electronic key must be outside
the vehicle, within a range of approx.
1 m of the relevant door side.

22Keys, doors and windowsUnlocking
Press the button on the respective
exterior door handle and pull the
handle.
Unlocking mode can be set in the
vehicle personalisation menu in the
Info Display. Two settings are
selectable:
● All doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap will be unlocked by
pressing the button on any
exterior handle once.
● Only the driver's door and fuel filler flap will be unlocked by
pressing the button on the
driver's door exterior handle
once. To unlock all doors and
load compartment, press button
twice.
The setting can be changed in the
menu Settings in the Info Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
Locking
Press the button on any exterior door
handle.
All doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap will be locked.
The system locks if any of the
following occurs:
● It has been more than 5 seconds since unlocking.
● The button on an exterior handle has been pressed twice within
5 seconds to unlock the vehicle.
● Any door has been opened and all doors are now closed.
If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the electronic key remains in the vehicle or the ignition is not off,
locking will not be permitted.
If there have been two or more
electronic keys in the vehicle and the
ignition was on once, the doors will be
locked even if just one electronic key
is taken out of the vehicle.
Unlocking the tailgate
The tailgate can be unlocked by
pushing the button under the brand
emblem when the electronic key is in
range. The doors remain locked.
Load compartment 3 28.