Driving and operating1339Warning
If the vehicle battery is discharged,
the vehicle must not be towed,
tow-started or jump-started as the
steering wheel lock cannot be
disengaged.
Operation on vehicles with
electronic key system in case of
failure
If either the electronic key fails or the
battery of the electronic key is weak,
a message may be displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
Hold the electronic key with buttons
outside at the marking on the steering column cover as shown in the
illustration.
Operate the clutch pedal (manual
transmission), the brake pedal and
press Start/Stop .
This option is intended for
emergencies only. Replace the
electronic key battery as soon as
possible 3 23.
For unlocking or locking the doors,
see fault in radio remote control unit
or electronic key system 3 24.Starting the engine
Vehicles with ignition switch
Turn key to position 1 to release the
steering wheel lock.
Manual transmission: operate clutch
and brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector lever
to P or N.
Do not operate accelerator pedal.
Diesel engines: wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes.
142Driving and operatingNote
When unscrewing the protective cap from the filler neck, ammonia fumes
may emerge. Do not inhale as the
fumes have a pungent smell. The
fumes are not harmful by inhalation.
The AdBlue tank should be filled
completely. This must be done if the
warning message regarding
prevention of an engine restart is
already displayed.
The vehicle must be parked on a level surface.
The filler neck for AdBlue is located
behind the fuel filler flap, which is
located at right rear side of the
vehicle.
The fuel filler flap can only be opened
if the vehicle is unlocked.
1. Remove key from ignition switch.
2. Close all doors to avoid ammonia fumes entering the interior of the
vehicle.
3. Release the fuel filler flap by pushing the flap 3 190.
4. Unscrew protective cap from the
filler neck.
5. Open AdBlue canister.
6. Mount one end of the hose on the
canister and screw the other end
on the filler neck.
7. Lift the canister until it is empty, or
until the flow from the canister has stopped. This can take up to
5 minutes.
8. Place the canister on the ground to empty the hose, wait
15 seconds.
9. Unscrew the hose from the filler neck.
10. Mount the protective cap and turn
clockwise until it engages.
Note
Dispose of AdBlue canister
according to environmental
requirements. Hose can be reused
after flushing with clear water before
AdBlue dries out.
Vehicle care199Vehicle storageStorage 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. Note 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. Initialize the power
windows 3 40.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.
Vehicle care215No.Circuit1Electronic key system / Anti-
theft alarm system4Stop-start system5Advanced parking assist /
Camera / Transmission control
module7Amplifier8Rear wiper10Central locking system11Central locking systemNo.Circuit13Anti-theft alarm system16Electrical power steering wheel18OnStar21Interior lights22Glovebox light23Blind spot alert system / Exterior
mirror adjustment / Inductive
charging24Column electrical assembly25Interior mirror26Seat belt reminder27Camera / Rain sensor / Auto‐
matic light control28USB / Infotainment31Airbag33Power outlet front36InfotainmentNo.Circuit1Interior mirror / Electrical power
steering wheel / Selective ride
control / Radar / Diesel exhaust
system3Trailer provisions control
module4Horn5Windscreen washer6Windscreen washer7Power outlet rear10Doors lock / Tailgate lock
216Vehicle careNo.Circuit11Doors lock / Tailgate lock12Stop-start system / Diagnostic
connector module / Brake
system13Infotainment / Climate control
system14Alarm siren15Climate control system16Stop-start system / Brake
system17Instrument cluster19Column electrical assembly /
Steering wheel controls21Anti-theft alarm system22Camera / Rain sensor / Auto‐
matic light control23Seat belt reminder24Automatic transmission /
Advanced parking assist /
Panoramic view systemNo.Circuit25Airbag26Electronic Stability Control27Alarm28OnStar29Infotainment32Cigarette lighter / Power outlet front34Heated rear window / Heated
windscreen / Inductive charging35Light switch / Diagnostic
connector module36LightingVehicle tools
Tools
Vehicles with spare wheel Open the floor cover of the load
compartment 3 73.
Remove the cover of the tool box.
The jack, the towing eye, chocks and
the tools are located in the tool box.
Vehicle care233Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap with the upper flange into
the recess and fix cap by pushing.
Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a de-icing agent only
when absolutely necessary, as this
has a degreasing effect and impairs
lock function. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
WashingThe paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiperand rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Wax painted parts of the vehicle regularly.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
264Customer informationOnline servicesIf your vehicle has a radio networkconnection, this allows data to be
exchanged between your vehicle and other systems. The radio network
connection is made possible by
means of a transmitter device in your
vehicle or a mobile device provided
by you (e.g. a smartphone). Online
functions can be used via this radio
network connection. These include
online services and applications /
apps provided to you by the
manufacturer or other providers.
Proprietary services
In the case of the manufacturer's
online services, the relevant functions are described by the manufacturer in
an appropriate location (e.g. Owner's
Manual, the manufacturer's website) and the associated data protection
information is provided. Personal
data may be used to provide online
services. Data exchange for this
purpose takes place via a protected
connection, e.g. using the
manufacturer's IT systems provided
for the purpose. Collection,processing and use of personal data
for the purposes of preparation of services take place solely on the
basis of legal permission, e.g. in the
case of a legally prescribed
emergency communication system or a contractual agreement, or by virtue
of consent.
You can activate or deactivate the services and functions (which are
subject to charges to some extent)
and, in some cases, the vehicle's
entire radio network connection. This
does not include statutory functions
and services such as an emergency
communication system.
Third party services If you make use of online services
from other providers (third parties),
these services are subject to the
liability and data protection and usage conditions of the provider in question.
The manufacturer frequently has no
influence over the content exchanged
in this regard.Therefore, please note the nature,
scope and purpose of the collection
and use of personal data within the
scope of third party services provided by the service provider in question.
Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID)
RFID technology is used in some
vehicles for functions such as tyre
pressure monitoring and immobiliser.
It is also used in connection with
conveniences such as radio remote
controls for door locking / unlocking and starting. RFID technology in Opel vehicles does not use or record
personal information or link with any
other Opel system containing
personal information.
267Clock............................................. 84
Collision damage repair ..............258
Control indicators.......................... 92
Control of the vehicle .................131
Controls ........................................ 80
Convex shape .............................. 37
Coolant and antifreeze ...............242
Cruise control ...................... 98, 153
Cupholders .................................. 69
Curtain airbag system .................. 60
Curve lighting.............................. 111
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............111
Declaration of conformity ............255
DEF ............................................ 139
Deflation detection system ...........97
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................139
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......205
Door open .................................... 99
Doors ............................................ 30
Driver alert .................................. 187
Driver assistance systems ..........153
Driver Information Centre .............99
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 192
Driving hints ................................ 131E
Electric adjustment ......................37
Electrical system......................... 212
Electric parking brake ...94, 146, 147
Electric parking brake fault ...........95
Electronic climate control system 123
Electronic driving programmes ..144
Electronic key system ...................23
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ....96, 150
Emergency call ........................... 107
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......199
Engine compartment fuse box ...213
Engine coolant ........................... 202
Engine coolant temperature ........96
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 90
Engine data ............................... 248
Engine exhaust .......................... 138
Engine identification ...................245
Engine oil ................... 201, 242, 246
Engine oil level monitor ................91
Engine oil pressure ......................97
Entry lighting .............................. 118
Event data recorders ..................261
Exhaust filter ......................... 96, 138
Exit lighting ................................ 118
Exterior care .............................. 233
Exterior light ................................. 97Exterior lighting ....................13, 109
Exterior mirrors ............................. 37
F
Fault ........................................... 145
First aid ......................................... 76
First aid kit ................................... 76
Fixed air vents ........................... 128
Floor mats................................... 236
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Forward collision alert................. 164
Front airbag system .....................59
Front fog lights .............98, 115, 208
Front pedestrian protection ........169
Front seats.................................... 46
Fuel............................................. 188
Fuel for diesel engines ..............189
Fuel for petrol engines ...............188
Fuel gauge ................................... 90
Fuses ......................................... 212
G
Gauges ......................................... 89
Gear selection ........................... 143
Gear shifting ................................. 95
General information ...................192
Glass panel .................................. 43
Glovebox ..................................... 69
Glovebox cooler ......................... 128