2020 VAUXHALL CORSA F lock

88Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems...............88
Heating and ventilation system . 88 Air conditioning system .............89
Electronic climate control system ...................................... 91
Auxiliary heater .......................... 95
Air vents ....................................... 95
Adjustable air vents ...................95
Fixed air vents ........................... 96
Maintenance ................................ 96
Air intake ................................... 96
Air conditioning regular operation .................................. 96
Service ...................................... 96Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation system
Controls for: ● temperature :
● air distribution w, > and y
● fan speed E
● demisting and defrosting $
● heated rear window and exterior mirrors f
Heated rear window f 3 24.
Heated exterior mirrors f 3 21.
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by
turning : to the desired
temperature.
red area:warmerblue area:colder
Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distribution
w:to windscreen and front door
windows>:to head area via adjustable air
ventsy:to foot well and windscreen
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by turning Z to the
desired speed.
clockwise:increaseanticlockwise:decrease

Climate control89Demisting and defrosting
● Press $: the air distribution is
directed towards the windscreen.
● Set temperature controller :
to warmest level.
● Set fan speed E to highest level.
● Switch on heated rear window f.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the doorwindows.
Air conditioning system
Controls for: ● temperature :
● air distribution w, x and y
● fan speed E
● demisting and defrosting $
● cooling A/C
● air recirculation n
● heated rear window and exterior mirrors f
● heated seats "
Heated rear window f3 24.
Heated exterior mirrors f3 21.
Heated seats " 3 30.
Some setting changes are indicated briefly in the Info Display. Activated
functions are indicated by the LED in
the respective button.
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by
turning : to the desired
temperature.red area:warmerblue area:colderHeating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distributionw:to windscreen and front door
windowsx:to head area via adjustable air
ventsy:to foot well and windscreen
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by turning E to the
desired speed.
clockwise:increaseanticlockwise:decrease

92Climate controlClimate control settings menu
Press MENU to manually set the
following climate control funtions:
● air distribution w, x and y
● fan speed E
● temperature :
● cooling A/C
● automatic mode AUTO
Climate setting menu can also be displayed in the Info Display.
Info Display 3 74.
Automatic mode AUTO
Basic setting for maximum comfort:
● Press AUTO, the air distribution
and fan speed are regulated
automatically.
● Open all air vents to allow optimised air distribution in
automatic mode.
● Air conditioning must be activated for optimal cooling and
demisting. Press A/C to switch on
air conditioning. The LED in the
button indicates activation.
● Set the preselected temperatures for the front seats
using the left and right rotary ring. Recommended temperature is
22 °C.
Manual settings
Climate control system settings can
be changed by activating the
following functions:
Fan speed E
Adjust the air flow by turning rotary
ring to the desired speed. Turn
anticlockwise to decrease or turn
clockwise to increase. Fan speed can also be changed in the climate
settings menu. Press MENU to enter
the menu.
Turn rotary ring anticlockwise as far
as it will go: fan and cooling are
switched off.

94Climate controlManual air recirculation n
Press n to activate the air
recirculation mode. The LED in the
button illuminates to indicate
activation.
Press n again to deactivate
recirculation mode.
9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling, the
air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the occupants to
feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air
conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside, when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and deactivate w.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows $
● Press $. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.
● Temperature and air distribution are set automatically and the fan
runs at high speed.
● Switch on air conditioning by pressing A/C, if required.
● Switch on heated rear window
f.
● To return to previous mode, press $ again. To return to
automatic mode, press AUTO.
Notice
If à is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be inhibited until à is pressed again.
If à is pressed while the engine is in
an Autostop, the engine will restart
automatically.
Stop-start system 3 102.
Deactivation of electronic climate control system
Cooling, fan and automatic mode can
be switched off by turning one of the rotary rings anticlockwise.
Activation by switching on the fan or
pressing AUTO.
Heated rear window, windscreen and
exterior mirrors f 3 24.
Heated seats " 3 30.

Driving and operating97Driving and
operatingDriving hints ................................. 98
Control of the vehicle .................98
Steering ..................................... 98
Starting and operating .................98
New vehicle running-in ..............98
Ignition switch positions .............98
Power button ............................. 99
Starting the engine ..................100
Overrun cut-off ........................ 102
Stop-start system ....................102
Parking .................................... 104
Engine exhaust .......................... 105
Exhaust filter ............................ 105
Catalytic converter ...................106
AdBlue ..................................... 106
Automatic transmission ..............109
Transmission display ...............109
Gear selection ......................... 110
Manual mode ........................... 111
Electronic driving programmes 111
Fault ........................................ 112
Interruption of power supply ....112
Manual transmission ..................113Brakes........................................ 114
Antilock brake system .............114
Parking brake .......................... 114
Brake assist ............................. 117
Hill start assist ......................... 117
Ride control systems .................117
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........117
Driver assistance systems .........119
Cruise control .......................... 119
Speed limiter ........................... 121
Adaptive cruise control ............123
Active emergency braking .......131
Forward collision alert .............134
Front pedestrian protection .....136
Parking assist .......................... 137
Advanced parking assist .........141
Side blind spot alert .................145
Panoramic view system ...........147
Rear view camera ...................150
Traffic sign assistant ................151
Lane keep assist .....................151
Driver alert ............................... 153
Fuel ............................................ 155
Fuel for petrol engines .............155
Fuel for diesel engines ............155
Refuelling ................................ 156
Trailer hitch ................................ 158
General information .................158Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 158
Trailer towing ........................... 158

Driving and operating990:ignition off: some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously1:ignition on power mode: ignition
is on, diesel engine is preheating, control indicators illuminate and
most electrical functions are
operable2:engine start: release key after
engine has been started
Steering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
9 Danger
Never remove the key from
ignition switch during driving as
this will cause steering wheel lock.
Power button
The electronic key or smart access
device must be inside the vehicle.
Engine start
Operate the clutch pedal (manual
transmission), the brake pedal and
press Start/Stop .Ignition on power mode without
starting the engine
Press Start/Stop without operating
clutch or brake pedal. Control
indicators illuminate and most
electrical functions are operable.Engine and ignition off
Press Start/Stop briefly in each mode
or when engine is running and vehicle
is stationary. Some functions remain
active until driver's door is opened,
provided the ignition was on
previously.Emergency shut off during driving
Press Start/Stop for 5 seconds
3 100. Steering wheel locks as soon
as vehicle is stationary.
Steering wheel lock
The steering wheel lock activates
automatically when:
● The vehicle is stationary.
● The ignition has been switched off.
To release steering wheel lock, open
and close driver's door and switch the ignition on power mode or start the
engine directly.

100Driving and operating9Warning
If the vehicle battery is discharged,
the vehicle must not be towed,
tow-started or jump-started as the
steering wheel lock cannot be
disengaged.
Smart access
This function enables the starting of the vehicle via a mobile device. The
vehicle is controlled via an
application.
After entering into the vehicle and
confirming a message, there are
10 seconds to start the vehicle.
When no message pops up, place the smart phone in the designated area.
Operation on vehicles with
electronic key system in case of
failure
If either the electronic key fails or the battery of the electronic key is weak,
a message may be displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
Hold the electronic key at the marking on the steering column cover as
shown in the illustration.
On vehicles with manual
transmission, select neutral gear,
operate the clutch pedal, the brake
pedal and press Start/Stop.
On vehicles with automatic
transmission, set the selector lever to position P, operate the brake pedal
and press Start/Stop.
This option is intended for
emergencies only. Replace the
electronic key battery as soon as
possible 3 10.
For unlocking or locking the doors,
see fault in radio remote control unit
or electronic key system 3 11.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with ignition switch
Turn key to position 1 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.

Driving and operating105button. Turn the steering wheeluntil the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
● Lock the vehicle.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 162.
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.
Notice
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment, the engine is
switched off automatically if the
vehicle comes to a standstill within a
certain time.
In countries with extreme low
temperatures it may be necessary to park the vehicle without applied
parking brake. Make sure to park the
vehicle on a level surface.Engine exhaust9 Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Exhaust filter
Automatic cleaning process
The exhaust filter system filters soot particles out of the exhaust gases.
The start of saturation of the exhaust
filter is indicated by the temporary
illumination of t or C ,
accompanied by a message in the
Driver Information Centre.