16In briefWasher and wiper systems
Windscreen wiperHI:fastLO:slowINT:interval wiping
or
automatic wiping with rain
sensorOFF:off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.
Windscreen wiper 3 80.
Windscreen and headlight
washer systems
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 80, Washer fluid 3 190.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heated
exterior mirrors
The heating is operated by pressing
Ü .
Heated rear window 3 35.
Instruments and controls81Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Wiper lever in position INT.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity of the rain sensor.
The rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windscreen and
automatically regulates the wiping
frequency and speed.
After 20 seconds without wiping
activity, the wiper arms move slightly
down to park position.
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Windscreen and headlight
washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Outside temperature A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
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Vehicle care185Vehicle careGeneral Information...................185
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 185
Vehicle storage ........................186
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....186
Vehicle checks ........................... 187
Performing work ......................187
Bonnet ..................................... 187
Engine oil ................................. 188
Engine coolant ......................... 189
Washer fluid ............................ 190
Brakes ..................................... 190
Brake fluid ............................... 190
Vehicle battery ......................... 191
Wiper blade replacement ........192
Bulb replacement .......................192
Halogen headlights ..................193
Adaptive forward lighting .........194
Front fog lights ......................... 195
Front turn lights .......................196
Tail lights ................................. 197
Side turn lights ......................... 199
Number plate light ...................199
Interior lights ............................ 200
Instrument panel illumination ...200Electrical system ........................200
Fuses ....................................... 200
Engine compartment fuse box . 201
Instrument panel fuse box .......203
Load compartment fuse box ....204
Vehicle tools .............................. 206
Tools ........................................ 206
Wheels and tyres .......................207
Winter tyres ............................. 207
Tyre designations ....................207
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 207
Tyre pressure .......................... 211
Tread depth ............................. 212
Changing tyre and wheel size . 212 Wheel covers ........................... 212
Tyre chains .............................. 213
Tyre repair kit .......................... 213
Wheel changing .......................217
Spare wheel ............................ 217
Jump starting ............................. 223
Towing ....................................... 224
Towing the vehicle ...................224
Towing another vehicle ...........225
Appearance care .......................226
Exterior care ............................ 226
Interior care ............................. 228General 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.
186Vehicle careCaution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps may be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash the vehicle. Wax painted parts of the vehicle. Exterior care
3 226.
● 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.
● Close the soft top.
● Cover the soft top to reduce environmental influences.
● 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.
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.
190Vehicle carethe 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.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
after a sudden drop in
temperature.
Use of washer fluid containing
isopropanol can damage exterior
lamps.
Washer fluid 3 231.
Brakes In the event of minimum thickness ofthe 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 fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
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 3 231.
232Service and maintenanceSelect the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 235.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information on the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature
viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 235.
All 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 Only use 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.
258Vehicle personalisation .............104
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 186
Vehicle tools ............................... 206
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 239
Ventilating ..................................... 55
Ventilation ................................... 127
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Warning chimes .........................103
Warning lights ............................... 85
Warning triangle .......................... 76
Washer and wiper systems .........16
Washer fluid ............................... 190
Wheel changing .........................217
Wheel covers ............................. 212
Wheels and tyres .......................207
Wind deflector............................... 43
Windows ....................................... 32
Windscreen................................... 32
Windscreen wiper and washer ....80
Winter tyres ............................... 207
Wiper blade replacement ..........192