2019.75 OPEL CROSSLAND X brake

Instruments and controls83Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Flashes when the engine is
running
The engine management system has a 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
C 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 control indicators, 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, when parking brake is not
applied 3 179.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 138.
Brake fluid 3 179.
Parking brake m illuminates red.

84Instruments and controlsIlluminates when the parking brake is
applied and ignition is switched on
3 138.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is ready for operation when the controlindicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates
while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 137.Gear shifting
Manual transmission
R with the number of a higher gear is
indicated, when upshifting into this gear is recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Automatic transmission manual
mode
R is indicated, when upshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Lane departure warning
) flashes yellow when the system
recognises an unintended lane
change.
Lane departure warning 3 163.
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged. Engine output may be reduced andthe vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 139.

86Instruments and controlsIlluminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and / or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Select neutral gear.
2. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
3. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
During an Autostop, the brake
servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Keep engine turned off and let the
vehicle be towed to a workshop
3 177.
Low fuel o illuminates yellow.
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Refuelling 3 167.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 181.
Autostop D illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates green
Engine is in an Autostop.
Flashes green
Autostop is temporarily unavailable,
or Autostop mode is invoked
automatically.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Exterior light 8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 100.
Low beam
9 illuminates green.
Illuminated when low beam is on.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 101.
High beam assist
f illuminates green.
The high beam assist is activated
3 101.
Front fog lights
> illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 104.

Instruments and controls87Rear fog lightø illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 105.
Rain sensor
< illuminates green.
Illuminated when automatic wiping
with rain sensor is activated.
Windscreen wiper and washer 3 71.
Cruise control m illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre.
Cruise control 3 140.
Side blind spot alert
B illuminates green.
The system is active 3 158.
Active emergency braking m illuminates or flashes yellow.Illuminates
The system has been deactivated or
a fault has been detected.
Additionally, a warning message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Check the reason of the deactivation
3 147 and in case of a system fault,
seek the assistance of a workshop.
Note
m also illuminates if the seat belts
of the front passengers are not
fastened. In this case, active
emergency braking is deactivated.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Depending on the situation, the
vehicle may automatically brake
moderately or hard.
Forward collision alert 3 145.
Front pedestrian protection 3 149.
Speed limiter
ß illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre.Speed limiter 3 143.
Door open h illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.

94Instruments and controlsVehicle messagesMessages are indicated in the Driver
Information Centre, in some cases
together with a warning chime.
Press SET/CLR to confirm a
message.
Vehicle and service messages The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
Messages in the
Colour Info Display
Some important messages may
appear additionally in the
Info Display. Some messages only
pop-up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
If several warnings appear at the same time, only one warning chime
will sound.
When starting the engine or whilst driving
The warning chime regarding not
fastened seat belts has priority over
any other warning chime.
● If a seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If cruise control deactivates automatically.
● If a programmed speed or speed
limit is exceeded.● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
● If the electronic key is not in the passenger compartment.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If an unintended lane change occurs.
● If the exhaust filter has reached the maximum filling level.
When the vehicle is parked and / or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.● If any condition for an autostart is
not fulfilled.

Driving and operating121Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 122
Control of the vehicle ...............122
Steering ................................... 122
Starting and operating ...............122
New vehicle running-in ............122
Ignition switch positions ...........123
Power button ........................... 123
Starting the engine ..................124
Overrun cut-off ........................ 126
Stop-start system ....................126
Parking .................................... 128
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Exhaust filter ............................ 129
Catalytic converter ...................130
AdBlue ..................................... 130
Automatic transmission ..............133
Transmission display ...............133
Gear selection ......................... 134
Manual mode ........................... 135
Electronic driving programmes 135
Fault ........................................ 135
Interruption of power supply ....135
Manual transmission ..................136Brakes........................................ 137
Antilock brake system .............137
Parking brake .......................... 138
Brake assist ............................. 139
Hill start assist ......................... 139
Ride control systems .................139
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........139
Driver assistance systems .........140
Cruise control .......................... 140
Speed limiter ........................... 143
Forward collision alert .............145
Active emergency braking .......147
Front pedestrian protection .....149
Parking assist .......................... 150
Advanced parking assist .........153
Side blind spot alert .................158
Panoramic view system ...........159
Rear view camera ...................162
Lane departure warning ..........163
Driver alert ............................... 164
Fuel ............................................ 166
Fuel for petrol engines .............166
Fuel for diesel engines ............166
Refuelling ................................ 167
Trailer hitch ................................ 169
General information .................169
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 169Trailer towing........................... 170
Towing equipment ...................170

122Driving and operatingDriving 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 3 126.
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 exhaust filter may take place more
often.
Exhaust filter 3 129.

Driving and operating123Ignition switch positions0:ignition off: some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously1:ignition on power mode: ignition
is on, control indicators illuminate and most electrical functions are
operable2:engine start: release key after
engine has been started
Steering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
9 Danger
Never remove the key from
ignition switch during driving as
this will cause steering wheel lock.
Power button
The electronic key must be inside the
vehicle.
Ignition on power mode without
starting the engine
Press Start/Stop without operating a
pedal. Control indicators illuminate
and most electrical functions are
operable.Engine start
Operate the clutch pedal, the brake
pedal and press Start/Stop. Release
the button after starting procedure
begins.Engine and ignition off
Press Start/Stop briefly in each mode
or when engine is running and vehicle
is stationary. Some functions remain
active until driver's door is opened,
provided the ignition was on
previously.
Emergency shut off during driving
If the engine needs to be switched offduring driving in case of emergency,
press Start/Stop for 5 seconds.
9Danger
Switching off the engine during
driving may cause loss of power
support for brake and steering
systems. Assistance systems and
airbag systems are disabled.
Lighting and brake lights will
extinguish. Therefore power down