2020.25 OPEL VIVARO C Manual user

In brief15Windscreen washer
Windscreen washer system 3 95.
Washer fluid 3 216.
Wiper blade replacement 3 219.
Rear window wiper0:offS:rear window wiperR:rear window washerRear window washer
Set to R.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Rear window wiper and washer
3 97.

16In briefClimate control
Heated rear window
The heating is operated by pressing
è .
Heated rear window 3 44.
Heated windscreen 3 45.
Heated exterior mirrors
Depending on the version, heating is
operated by pressing è or m .
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 40.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Heating and ventilation system, air
conditioning system
● Set fan speed ý to highest level.
● Set temperature controller ñ to
warmest level.
● Switch on cooling A/C, if
required.
● Switch on heated rear window è.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the doorwindows.

In brief17Note
If the settings for demisting and
defrosting are selected, an
Autostop may be inhibited.
If the settings for demisting and
defrosting are selected while the
engine is in an Autostop, the engine
will restart automatically.
Stop-start system 3 157.
Heating and ventilation system
3 139.
Air conditioning system 3 141.Electronic climate control system
● Press h. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.
● Air conditioning and automatic mode are automatically switched
on. The LED in the button A/C
illuminates, AUTO is shown in the
display.
● Temperature and air distribution are set automatically and the fan
runs at high speed.
● Switch on heated rear window è.
● Switch on heated windscreen
9 .
● To return to previous mode, press h again.
Note
If h is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be inhibited
until h is pressed again.
If h is pressed while the engine is
in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
Electronic climate control system 3 143.

18In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
To engage reverse on 5-speed
transmission, depress the clutch
pedal and move the selector lever to
the right and rear.
To engage reverse on 6-speed
transmission, depress the clutch
pedal, pull the ring under the selector
lever and move the selector lever
quite to the left and front.
Manual transmission 3 168.
Automatic transmissionType A
Turn the gear selector.
P:park position, front wheels are
locked, engage only when the
vehicle is stationary and the
parking brake is appliedR:reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationaryN:neutralD:automatic modeM:manual mode

In brief19Type B
Turn the gear selector.
R:reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationaryN:neutralA:automatic modeM:manual mode
Automatic transmission 3 165.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 237 and
condition 3 271
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 214
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 39,
seats 3 48 and seat belts
3 58
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wetStarting the engine
Ignition switch
● turn key to position 1
● move the steering wheel slightly 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

20In brief● diesel engine: wait until controlindicator z for preheating
extinguishes
● turn key to position 2 and release
after engine has been started
Starting the engine 3 155.Start power button
● manual transmission: operate
clutch and brake pedal
● automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selectorlever to P or N
● do not operate accelerator pedal
● press Start/Stop button
● release button after starting procedure begins
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, an Autostop is activated.
An Autostop is indicated by control
indicator ñ.
Manual transmission: to restart the
engine, depress the clutch pedal
again. Control indicator ñ
extinguishes.
Automatic transmission: to restart the
engine, release the brake pedal.
Control indicator ñ extinguishes.
Stop-start system 3 157.

In brief21Parking9Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the parking brake.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P (automatic
transmission type A) / N
(automatic transmission type B). On an uphill slope, turn the
front wheels away from the
kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P (automatic transmission type
A) / N (automatic transmission
type B). Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Switch off the engine.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
● Lock the vehicle with - on the
radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 37.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 213.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 22.
Laying-up the vehicle for a long
period of time 3 212.

22Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 22
Keys .......................................... 22
Radio remote control .................23
Electronic key system ................24
Central locking system ..............25
Automatic locking ......................29
Child locks ................................. 29
Doors ........................................... 31
Sliding doors .............................. 31
Load compartment ....................33
Vehicle security ............................ 36
Anti-theft locking system ...........36
Anti-theft alarm system ..............37
Immobiliser ................................ 39
Exterior mirrors ............................ 39
Convex shape ........................... 39
Electric adjustment ....................39
Folding mirrors .......................... 40
Heated mirrors ........................... 40
Interior mirrors ............................. 41
Manual anti-dazzle ....................41
Automatic anti-dazzle ................41
Child surveillance mirror ............41Windows ...................................... 42
Windscreen ............................... 42
Power windows ......................... 42
Rear windows ............................ 43
Heated rear window ..................44
Heated windscreen ....................45
Sun visors .................................. 45
Roller blinds ............................... 45
Roof ............................................. 46
Glass panel ............................... 46Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky items to the ignition key.
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on a
detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 253.
Central locking 3 25.
Starting the engine 3 155.
Radio remote control 3 23.
Electronic key 3 24.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 244.