2020.25 OPEL VIVARO C brake

112Instruments and controlsFlashes when the engine is
running
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 or SERVICE 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
STOP 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
W illuminates yellow.
Illuminates together with STOP.
A major engine fault has been
detected.
Stop engine as soon as possible and seek the assistance of a workshop.
Brake system
h illuminates red.
The brake fluid level is too low.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Parking brake
h illuminates red.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 170.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
i illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If i does not extinguish after a few
seconds, or if it illuminates while
driving, there is a fault in the ABS. The brake system remains operational butwithout ABS regulation.
If i illuminates together with h, a
fault with the electronic brake force distribution has been detected.
Stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Antilock brake system 3 169.

Instruments and controls113Gear shifting
, with the number of a higher gear
is indicated, when upshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
On some vehicles with manual
transmission, the system suggests to shift into neutral position, when the
activation of the stop-start system is
recommended.
Lane departure warning Q flashes green.
System recognises an unintended
lane change.
Lane departure warning 3 200.
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system
J 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 and the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 171.
Selective ride control 3 172.
Engine coolant temperature
V or 2 illuminates red.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level immediately
3 215.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Preheating
z illuminates yellow.
Preheating of diesel engine is
activated. Only activates when
outside temperature is low. Start the
engine when control indicator
extinguishes.
Exhaust filter
+ or C illuminates yellow,
accompanied by a message in the
Driver Information Centre and a
chime.
The exhaust filter requires cleaning.
Continue driving until the control
indicator extinguishes.

114Instruments and controlsIlluminates temporarilyStart of saturation of the exhaust filter.
Start cleaning process as soon as
possible by driving at a vehicle speed
of at least 60 km/h.
Illuminates constantlyIndication of a low additive level. Seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Exhaust filter 3 161.
AdBlue
B flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates yellow
The remaining driving range is
between 100 km and 2400 km.
Flashes yellow
The remaining driving range is
between 0 km and 100 km.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue
soon to avoid prevention of the
engine start.
AdBlue 3 162.Deflation detection system
q illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss in one or more wheels. Stop immediately and check
tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system. Consult a workshop.
Deflation detection system 3 238.
Engine oil pressure
T illuminates red.
Illuminates 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.
Low fuel r or 2 illuminates yellow.
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Refuelling 3 204.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 219.

116Instruments and controlsForward collision alertI is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre when the distance
to the vehicle ahead gets to small.
Forward collision alert 3 187.
Side blind spot alert
T illuminates green.
The system is active 3 194.
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
3 188 and in case of a system fault,
seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.Depending on the situation, the
vehicle may automatically brake
moderately or hard.
Forward collision alert 3 187.
Front pedestrian protection 3 191.
Active emergency braking 3 188.
Speed limiter
5 illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre when speed
limiter is active. Set speed is indicated
alongside 5 symbol.
Speed limiter 3 177.
Door open O illuminates red.
A door, the tailgate or the tailgate
window is open.
If the vehicle is equipped with hinged
doors, O is not illuminated when it is
open.Displays
Driver Information Centre
The Driver Information Centre is
located in the instrument cluster.
Driver Information Centre indicates: ● overall and trip odometer
● digital speed indication
● trip / fuel information menu
● gear shift indication
● service information
● vehicle and warning messages
● driver assistance messages
● pop-up messages
Selecting menus and functions There are several ways to toggle
between the respective menus and
functions:

Instruments and controls123UnitsUnits can be changed in vehicle
personalisation menu 3 124.
Care of head-up display
Clean the screen of the head-up
display with a soft cloth sprayed with
glass cleaner. Wipe the lens gently,
then dry it.
System limitations Head-up display may not operate
properly when:
● The lens in the instrument panel is covered by objects or not
clean.
● Display brightness is too dim or bright.
● Image is not adjusted to the proper height.
● The driver wears polarized sunglasses.
If the head-up image is not correct for other reasons, contact a workshop.Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated in the Driver
Information Centre, in some cases
together with a warning chime.
Press 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 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 chimewill sound.
When starting the engine or whilst driving
● If a seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● 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.

126Instruments and controls●Type the new speed value via the
keypad and confirm with A /
OK .
● Confirm with A / OK once more
to exit the menu.
Vehicle settings
Press _.
Select Vehicle settings .
In the corresponding submenus the following settings can be changed:
● Parking
Prevention of door mirror folding :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic folding of the exterior
mirrors.
Rear wiper in reverse : Activates
or deactivates automatic
switching on of the rear window
wiper when reverse gear is
engaged.
● Headlights
Guide-me-home lighting :
Activates or deactivates the
function and adjusts its duration.Welcome lighting : Activates or
deactivates the function and
adjusts its duration.
Directional headlamps : Activates
or deactivates the cornering
lights.
● Comfort
Mood lighting : Adjusts the
brightness of the ambient
lighting.
● Safety
Speed reading/recommendation :
Activates or deactivates the
speed limit information by traffic sign recognition.
Active safety brake : Activates or
deactivates active emergency
braking, the alert distance for risk of collision can be selected.
Mirror adaptation in reverse :
Adjusts the exterior mirrors if
reverse gear is engaged to
facilitate pavement visibility.
Driver’s attention warning :
Activates or deactivates the
driver drowsiness system.Multimedia Navi
Press : to open settings menu.
Unit settings
Select System settings in the options
menu.
Change units for Distance and fuel
consumption and Temperature .
Confirm with A / OK .
Language settings
Select Languages .
Change language by touching the respective entry.
Confirm with A / OK .

128Instruments and controlsWelcome lighting: Activates or
deactivates the function and
adjusts its duration.
Directional headlamps : Activates
or deactivates the cornering
lights.
● Vehicle access
Hands-free auto locking :
Activates or deactivates the
function.
● Comfort
Mood lighting : Adjusts the
brightness of the ambient
lighting.
● Safety
Traffic Signs Recognition :
Activates or deactivates the
speed limit information by traffic sign recognition.
Active safety brake : Activates or
deactivates active emergency
braking, the alert distance for risk
of collision can be selected.
Mirror adaptation in reverse :
Adjusts the exterior mirrors if
reverse gear is engaged to
facilitate pavement visibility.Driver’s attention warning :
Activates or deactivates the
driver drowsiness system.Telematics services
Opel Connect
Opel Connect is a new way to stay
connected and secure on the road.
Features available with
Opel Connect are:
● emergency call function
● breakdown call function
When the vehicle is equipped with
Opel Connect, these features are
automatically activated. Terms and
Conditions apply.
Opel Connect is operated by the
buttons in the overhead console.
Note
Opel Connect is not available for all
markets. For further information,
contact your workshop.
Emergency call function
Vehicles featuring the emergency call
function are equipped with a red
SOS button in the overhead console.
The emergency call function will
establish a connection to the nearest
public safety answering point (PSAP).

152Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 153
Control of the vehicle ...............153
Steering ................................... 153
Starting and operating ...............153
New vehicle running-in ............153
Ignition switch positions ...........153
Power button ........................... 154
Starting the engine ..................155
Overrun cut-off ........................ 157
Stop-start system ....................157
Parking .................................... 160
Engine exhaust .......................... 161
Exhaust filter ............................ 161
Catalytic converter ...................161
AdBlue ..................................... 162
Automatic transmission ..............165
Transmission display ...............166
Gear selection ......................... 166
Manual mode ........................... 167
Electronic driving programmes 168
Fault ........................................ 168
Manual transmission ..................168Brakes........................................ 169
Antilock brake system .............169
Parking brake .......................... 170
Brake assist ............................. 171
Hill start assist ......................... 171
Ride control systems .................171
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........171
Selective ride control ...............172
Driver assistance systems .........174
Cruise control .......................... 174
Speed limiter ........................... 177
Adaptive cruise control ............180
Forward collision alert .............187
Active emergency braking .......188
Front pedestrian protection .....191
Parking assist .......................... 192
Side blind spot alert .................194
Panoramic view system ...........196
Rear view camera ...................199
Lane departure warning ..........200
Driver alert ............................... 201
Fuel ............................................ 203
Fuel for diesel engines ............203
Refuelling ................................ 204
Trailer hitch ................................ 205
General information .................205
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 205Trailer towing........................... 206
Towing equipment ...................207
Trailer stability assist ...............210