2019 VAUXHALL ADAM Abs

Vehicle care191
2. Screw in the towing eye as far asit will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a
tow rod – to the towing eye.
General
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Switch the selector lever to neutral.
Release the parking brake.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and engage in the front
bumper.
Appearance care
Exterior care
Locks The 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.
WashingAdam without foldable sunroof:
The 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. Restrictions for
filmed or matt painted body parts or
decor tapes, see "Polishing and
waxing".

Service and maintenance197Use of engine oils for all petrol
engines with only ACEA quality is
prohibited, since it can cause engine
damage under certain operating
conditions.
Select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 200.
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 of 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 3 200.All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze. Consult a
workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries 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
Use only 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.

216IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 148
Adjustable air vents ...................113
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........75
Airbag deactivation ................43, 75
Airbag label................................... 38 Airbag system .............................. 38
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 114
Air conditioning system .............. 107
Air intake .................................... 114
Air vents...................................... 113
Antilock brake system ................ 123
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......77
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................191
Ashtrays ....................................... 67
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................27
Automatic light control .................99
Automatic locking ........................23
Autostop ..................................... 118
B Battery discharge protection ......105
Battery voltage ............................. 89
Belts.............................................. 36
Bonnet ....................................... 150
Brake and clutch fluid .................196
Brake and clutch system .............76Brake assist ............................... 125
Brake fluid .................................. 153
Brakes ............................... 123, 153
Breakdown.................................. 190
Bulb replacement ....................... 155
C Capacities .................................. 205
Catalytic converter .....................122
Central locking system ................21
Changing tyre and wheel size ...176
Charging system .......................... 75
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 48
Child restraints.............................. 45
Child restraint systems ................45
Cigarette lighter ........................... 67
City mode ................................... 128
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............106
Clock ............................................ 65
Code ............................................. 87
Control indicators.......................... 72
Control of the vehicle .................115
Controls ........................................ 61
Convex shape .............................. 26
Coolant and antifreeze ...............196
Cruise control ...................... 79, 129
Cupholders .................................. 51
Curtain airbag system .................. 43