2019 OPEL KARL battery replacement

Keys, doors and windows21Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Radio remote control
Used to operate:
● central locking system
● anti-theft alarm system
The radio remote control has a range of approx. 20 m. It can be restrictedby external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle 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, it may be due to the following:
● 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.
Unlocking 3 22.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.

126Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................126
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 126
Vehicle storage ........................127
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....127
Vehicle checks ........................... 128
Performing work ......................128
Bonnet ..................................... 128
Engine oil ................................. 129
Engine coolant ......................... 130
Washer fluid ............................ 131
Brakes ..................................... 131
Brake fluid ............................... 131
Vehicle battery ......................... 131
Wiper blade replacement ........133
Bulb replacement .......................134
Halogen headlights ..................134
Front fog lights ......................... 136
Front turn lights .......................136
Tail lights ................................. 137
Side turn lights ......................... 138
Centre high-mounted brake light ......................................... 138
Number plate light ...................139Interior lights ............................ 139
Instrument panel illumination ...139
Electrical system ........................140
Fuses ....................................... 140
Engine compartment fuse box . 141
Instrument panel fuse box .......143
Vehicle tools .............................. 144
Tools ........................................ 144
Wheels and tyres .......................145
Winter tyres ............................. 145
Tyre designations ....................145
Tyre pressure .......................... 146
Tyre pressure monitoring
system .................................... 147
Tread depth ............................. 150
Changing tyre and wheel size . 150 Wheel covers ........................... 150
Tyre chains .............................. 151
Tyre repair kit .......................... 151
Wheel changing .......................154
Spare wheel ............................ 155
Jump starting ............................. 159
Towing ....................................... 160
Towing the vehicle ...................160
Appearance care .......................161
Exterior care ............................ 161
Interior care ............................. 163General 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, fuel consumption, CO 2
emissions and other emissions of the
vehicle. They may also invalidate the
vehicle operating permit.

Vehicle care133Meaning of symbols:● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of the reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.Wiper blade replacement
Windscreen
Lift the wiper arm. Press release lever
and detach the wiper blade.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Rear window
Lift wiper arm. Push the wiper blade,
slightly angled to the wiper arm
downwards until it disengages.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

184IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 126
Adjustable air vents ...................102
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........70
Airbag deactivation ................45, 70
Airbag label................................... 40 Airbag system .............................. 40
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 103
Air conditioning system ................ 97
Air intake .................................... 103
Air vents...................................... 102
Antilock brake system ................ 112
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......72
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Appearance care ........................161
Ashtrays ....................................... 64
Autostop ..................................... 107
B Battery discharge protection ........95
Battery voltage ............................. 83
Belts.............................................. 38
Bonnet ....................................... 128
Bonnet open ................................. 74
Brake and clutch fluid .................165
Brake and clutch system .............71
Brake assist ............................... 113
Brake fluid .................................. 131Brakes ............................... 112, 131
Breakdown.................................. 160
Bulb replacement ....................... 134
C Catalytic converter .....................110
Central locking system ................22
Centre console storage ...............53
Centre high-mounted brake light 138
Changing tyre and wheel size ...150
Charging system .......................... 71
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraints.............................. 46
Child restraint systems ................46
Cigarette lighter ........................... 64
City mode ................................... 115
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems ...............96
Clock ............................................ 62
Code ............................................. 81
Control indicators.......................... 67
Control of the vehicle .................104
Controls ........................................ 60
Coolant and antifreeze ...............165
Cornering lights ............................ 91
Cruise control ...................... 74, 117
Cupholders .................................. 52
Curtain airbag system .................. 45

187Software acknowledgement.......178
Spare wheel ............................... 155
Speed limiter......................... 74, 118
Speedometer ............................... 64
Starting and operating ................105
Starting off ................................... 18
Starting the engine ....................107
Steering ...................................... 105
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 60
Steering wheel controls ...............60
Stop-start system........................ 107
Storage ......................................... 52
Storage compartments .................52
Sunroof ........................................ 32
Sun visors .................................... 32
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 65
Tail lights ................................... 137
Three-point seat belt .................... 39
Tools .......................................... 144
Towing ........................................ 160
Towing the vehicle .....................160
Traction Control system ............. 114
Traction Control system off........... 73
Transmission ............................... 17
Tread depth ............................... 150
Trip odometer .............................. 65
Turn lights .............................. 69, 92Tyre chains ................................ 151
Tyre designations ......................145
Tyre pressure ............................ 146
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 73, 147
Tyre pressures ........................... 174
Tyre repair kit ............................. 151
U
Upholstery .................................. 163
Using this manual ..........................3
V Valet mode ................................... 80
Vehicle battery ........................... 131
Vehicle checks............................ 128
Vehicle data ........................ 169, 172
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 180
Vehicle dimensions .................... 173
Vehicle Identification Number ....167
Vehicle jack ................................ 144
Vehicle messages .......................81
Vehicle personalisation ...............83
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 127
Vehicle tools ............................... 144
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Ventilation ..................................... 96W
Warning chimes ........................... 83
Warning lights ............................... 64
Warning triangle .......................... 56
Washer and wiper systems .........15
Washer fluid ............................... 131
Wheel changing .........................154
Wheel covers ............................. 150
Wheels and tyres .......................145
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30
Windscreen wiper and washer ....61
Winter tyres ............................... 145
Wiper blade replacement ..........133