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MERIVA

©Copyright by Vauxhall Motors Ltd., England.

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permitted without prior written consent from Vauxhall Motors

Ltd.

All rights as understood under the copyright laws are explicitly

reserved by Vauxhall Motors Ltd.

All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this

manual are based on the latest production information

available at the time of publication.

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notice.

Edition: January 2007.

TS 1578-B-07

MERIVA

Operation, Safety and Maintenance

Owner’s Manual

VAUXHALL Meriva

Operation, Safety, Maintenance

Data specific to your vehicle

Please enter your vehicle ’s data here to keep it ea sily accessible.

This information is available under the section "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate and in the Service Booklet.

Fuel

Designati on

Engine oil

Grade

Viscosity

Tyre pressure

Tyre size wi th up to 3 persons wi th full load

Summer tyres Front Rear Front Rear

Winter tyres Front Rear Front Rear

Weights

Permissible Gross Vehicle Weight

– EC kerbweight

=Loading

Your Meriva

is an intelligent combination of forward-

looking technology, impressive safety,

environmental friendliness and economy.

It now lies with you to drive your vehicle

safely and ensure that it performs

perfectly. This Owner’s Manual provides

you with all the necessary information to

that end.

Make sure your pa ssengers are aware

of the possible risk of accident and injury

which may result from improper use of the

vehic le.

You must always comply with the specific

laws of the country that you are travelling

through. These laws may differ from the

information in this Owner’s Manual.

When this Manual refers to a workshop

visit, we recommend your Vauxhall

Authorised Repairer.

All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers provide

first-class service at reasonable prices.

You will receive quick, reliable and

individual service.

Experienced mechanics, trained by

Vauxhall, work according to specific

Vauxhall instructions.

The Owner’s Ma nual should alwa ys be kept

in the vehicle: Ready to hand in the glove

compartment.

Make use of the Owner’s Manual:

z The "In Brief" section will give you an

initial overview.

z The table of contents at the beginning

of the owner’s manual and within the

individual chapters will show you where

everything is.

z Its index will help you find what you

want.

z It w ill familiarise you with the

sophisticated technology.

z It w ill increase your pleasure in your

vehicle.

z It will help you to handle your vehicle

expertly.

The Owner’s Manual is designed to be

clearly laid-out and easily understood.

This symbol signifies:

6 Continue reading on next page.

3 Items marked with an asterisk are not

fitted to all vehicles (model variants,

engine options, models specific to one

country, optional equipment, Genuine

Vauxhall Parts and Accessories).

Yellow arrows in the illustrations serve as

points of reference or indicate some action

to be performed.

Black arrows in the illustrations indicate

a reaction or a second action to be

performed.

Directional data, e.g. left or right, or front

or back, in the descriptions always relate to

the direction of travel.

We wish you many hours of pleasurable

driving

Your Vauxhall Team

9 Warning

Text marked 9 Warning provides

information on risk of accident or injury.

Disregard of the instructions may lead to

injuries or endanger life.

Inform your passengers accordingly.

Contents

Commitment to customer

satisfaction:

Our ai m: to keep you happy with your

vehicle. All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers

offer first-class service at competitive

prices. Experienced, factory-trained

technicians w ork according to factory

instructions. Your Authorised Repairer can

supply you with GEN UINE VAU XHALL-

APPROVED PARTS, which have undergone

stringent quality and precision checks, and

of course useful and attractive

VAUXHALL-APPROVED ACCESSORIES.

Our name is your guarantee!

For d etails of the

Va uxhall Authorised Rep airer Netw ork,

please ring this number; 0845 090 2044

In Brief ............................. ........................... 2

Keys, Doors, Windows ............. ............... 26

Seats, Interior ............................... ........... 43

Instrum ents, Controls ..... ........................ 84

Lighting ..... ............. ............................... 105

Infotainment S ystem ........................ .... 114

Clim ate Control ......... ......... .................. 117

Driving and Operation ... ...................... 132

Self-help, Vehicle Care ....... .................. 170

Technical Data .......... ........................... 206

Service, Maintenance ..... ...................... 224

Index ....................... ............................... 238

2In Brief

In Brief

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To unlock and open the doors:

Press button q and lift door

handle

All doors and the luggage compartment

are unlocked.

Country-specific version 3:

Pressing once unlocks the driver’s door,

and pressing twice unlocks the entire

vehicle.

6 Door locks – see page 26,

keys – see page 26,

electronic immobiliser – see page 27,

radio frequency remote control –

see page 28,

central locking – see page 30,

Vauxhall alarm system 3 – see page 34.

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To unlock and open the luggage

compartment:

Press button q on remote control

and operate button beneath

handle

6 Radio frequency remote control –

see page 28,

central loc king – see page 30,

Vauxhall alarm system 3 – see page 34.

3In Brief

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To adjust front seats:

Pull handle,

slide seat,

release handle

6 Seats – see page 43,

seat p osition – see page 44.

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Adjust front seat backrests:

Turn handwheel

Move backrest to suit seating position.

Do not lean on seat backrest while

adjusting it.

6 Seats – see page 43,

seat position – see page 44.

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To adjust fron t seat height:

Pull front lever at side

Lift lever and relieve some weight from seat

to raise it or press down on seat cushion

with body weight to lower it.

6 Seats – see page 43,

seat position – see page 44.

9 Wa rning

Important: Do not sit nearer than

10 inches (25 cm ) from the stee ring

wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment.

4In Brief

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To adjust head restraint height of

front and rear outboard seats:

Ti lt head res tra in t forward to

release,

hold and adjust h eigh t,

engage

6 H ead restraints – see page 45,

rear centre head restraint – see page 45,

head restraint position – see page 46,

head restraint removal – see page 46.

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To fit seat belt:

Draw seat belt smooth ly from

inertia reel, guide over shoulder

and engage in buckle

The seat belt must not be twisted at any

point. The lap belt must lie snugly against

the body . The front seat backrests must not

be tilted back too far (recommended

maximum tilting ang le approx. 25°).

To release belt, press red button on belt

buckle.

6 Three-point seat belts – see page 58,

airbag system – see page 67,

seat position – see page 44.

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To adjust exterior mirrors:

From inside,

swivel lever in required direction

6 Mirrors – see page 37,

further information, aspherical exterior

mirror 3 – see page 37.

5In Brief

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To adjust electrically adjustable

exterior mirrors 3:

Four-way switch in driver’s door

Toggle rocker switch to left or right:

Four-way switch moves appropriate mirror.

6 M irrors – see page 37,

fold-in exterior mirrors – see page 37,

further information, aspherical exterior

mirror, heated exterior m irrors 3 –

see pages 12, 37, 119.

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Adjusting interior mirror:

Swivel mirror housing

Swivel lever on underside of mirror housing

to reduce dazzle at night.

6 Interior mirror – see page 38,

automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 –

see page 38.

6In Brief

7In Brief

Page

1 Side air v ents ............ ...................... 118

2 Front pa ssenger’s airbag . .............. 67

3 Infotainment system 3 . ................ 114

4 Haza rd warning lights ............ 10, 107

LED for

Vauxhall alarm system 3 ................34

Heated seats 3 .... ............. ............ 119

5 Central information display

for time, date,

outside temperature,

Infotainment system 3 . .................. 92

6 Centre air v ents ............. ........ ......... 118

7 Turn signal light, headlight flash,

dipped beam, hig h beam ............... 10

Door-to-door lighting function ..... 110

Cruise control 3 .............................. 151

8 Horn ...................... ............................ 11

9 Instruments .................... ........ .......... 84

Pa ge

10 Windscreen wiper,

windscreen wash system,

headlight wash system 3 and

rear window wash system 3 ... 11, 103

11 Pa rk ing lights, dipped beam ........ 105

Courtesy light ............................ ..... 111

Instrument illumination ........ ......... 111

Fog tail lig ht .... ............. .................. 107

Front fog lights 3 ............. .............. 106

Head lig ht range adjustment ......... 107

12 Bonnet release lever ........ ............. 170

13 Remote control on steering

wheel ............................. ............. .... 114

14 Starter switch

with steering column lock ................. 9

15 Steering whee l adjustm ent 3 ... ........ 9

16 Ac celera tor pedal ................. 138, 139

17 Brake peda l ..... ............. ......... 138, 154

Page

18 Clutch pedal 3 ............ .............. .... 138

19 Ashtray ............................. ............... 80

Accessory socket and

cigarette lighter ...... ............. ........... 79

20 Air conditioning system 3 ........ .... 117

Heated rear w indow ............ .... 12, 119

Air recirculation system 3.... ......... 123

21 Clim ate c ontrol .. ........................... 117

22 Glove compartment ... .................... 81

23 Fusebox .......... ............. .................. 188

8In Brief

Control indicators

S ea t belt w arning dev ice 3,

see pa ge 84.

A daptive Forward

Lighting (AFL) 3,

see pa ges 84, 109.

Front fog lights 3,

see pa ges 85, 106.

Engine electronics,

transmission electronics,

immobiliser,

diesel fuel filter 3,

Easytronic3,

fault,

see pa ges 85, 27, 147.

Exhaust emission 3,

see pa ges 85, 147.

A irbag system s 3,

belt tensioners,

see pa ges 60, 72.

Engine oil pressure,

see page 86.

Turn signal l ights,

see pages 10, 86.

Headlight main beam,

see pages 9, 86.

Preheating system for

diesel engines 3 ,

diesel part icle filter 3 ,

see page 88.

Easytronic 3,

start engi ne 3 ,

see page 133.

Easytronic 3,

wint er program me,

see page 135.

Cruise control 3,

see page 151.

Fog tail light,

see pages 87, 107.

Alternat or,

see page 87.

Brake system,

clutch system 3,

see page 87.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS),

see page 156.

Engine oil l evel 3,

see page 88.

EPS

Electric Power Steering (EPS) 3,

see page 88.

Electronic Stab ility Program me

(E SP ®

Pl us

) 3,

see page 149.

Fuel level,

see pages 88, 143.

Seat occup ancy recog nition 3,

see pages 73, 74.

9In Brief

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Steering column lock and ignition:

Turn key to position 1;

Move steerin g wh eel s lightly

to release lock

Positions:

6 Starting – see page 14,

electronic immobiliser – see page 27,

parking the vehicle – see page 15.

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Steering wheel adjustment 3:

Sw iv el lever down,

adjust height,

swivel lever up,

engage

Ad just stee ring wheel only when ve hicle is

stationary and steering column lock is

re lea se d.

6 Airbag system – see page 67.

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Turn ligh t switch:

Press button:

6 Lighting – see p age 105,

headlight warning devic e – see page 103.

0= Ignitionoff

1 = Steering free , ignition off

2= Ignition on,

for diesel engines: preheating

3= Starting

=Off

= Parking lights

= Dipped beam

or main beam

= Front fog lights 3

= Fog tail light

= Courtesy light

10 In Brief

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Headlight flash, m ain beam and

dipped bea m:

Main beam, headlight flash – see

page 106.

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Switch on turn signal lights:

6 Turn signal lights – see page 106.

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Hazard warning lights:

6 Hazard warning lights – see page 107.

Headlight

flash

=Pull stalk

towards

steering wheel

Main beam = Push stalk

fo rwa rds

Dipped beam = Push stalk

forwards again

Right = Stalk up

Left = S talk dow n

On = Press ¨

Off = Press ¨ again

11In Brief

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Horn operation:

Press j

6 Airbag sy ste m 3 – see page 67,

remote control on steering wheel 3 –

see page 114.

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Windscreen wiper:

Stalk up

6 Windscreen wiper – see page 103,

adjustable timed interval wipe 3 –

see page 103,

further information – see pages 204, 233.

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Operating windscreen and

headlight wash systems 3:

Pull stalk towards steering wheel

The wiper w ill swipe for a few strokes.

The headlight wash system 3 can be

ope rated w hen the lights are on.

6 Windscreen wash system –

see page 104,

further information – see pages 204, 234.

=Off

= Adjustable timed interval

wipe

=Slow

=Fast

12 In Brief

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Activate rear window wiper and

wash system:

6 R ear window w ash / wipe system –

see page 104,

further information – see pages 204, 235.

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Heated rear window,

heated exterior mirrors 3:

6 Air conditioning – see page 117,

heated rear window – see page 119.

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To defrost misty or icy windows:

Turn rotary knob for temperature

and airflow clockwise,

air distribution to V;

Air conditioning system 3:

Press button n;

Electronic Climate Control

system 3:

Press button V

6 Climate control – see page 117,

air conditioning system 3 – see page 123,

Electronic Climate Control system 3 –

see page 126.

Wiper on = Push stalk

forwa rd s

Wiper off = Pull stalk

towards

steering wheel

Washer = Push stalk fully

forwa rd s an d

hold

On = Press Ü

Off = Press Ü again

13In Brief

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To set automatic mode of

Electronic Climate Control

system 3 :

Press AUTO button,

set temperature using

left-hand rotary knob

6 E lectronic C lim ate C ontrol system 3 –

see page 126.

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Manual transmission:

Reverse gear: with vehicle stationary,

three seconds after declutching pull the

ring up and engage gear.

If the gear d oes not engage, set the lev er in

neutral, release the clutch pedal and

depress again; then repeat gear selection.

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Easytronic 3:

To move the selector lever from N to R,

press the button on the lever.

Only start in N with footbrake applied.

6 Easytronic 3 – see page 132.

N = Idle / start position

=Drive position

(c entre position)

+ = Higher gear

-=Lower gear

A/M = Switch between

Automatic mode and

Manual mode

R=Reverse gear

(with selector lever lock)

14 In Brief

Before starting-off, check:

z Tyre pressure and tyre condition,

see pages 160, 216.

z Engine oil level and fluid levels in engine

com partment, see pages 228 to 235.

z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting

and num ber p la tes are free from dirt,

snow and ice and are operational.

z No objects are placed in front of the rear

wind ow, on the instrument panel or in

the area in which the airbags inflate.

z Seats, seat belts and mirrors are

correctly adjusted.

z Bra ke op eration.

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To start engine:

Operate clutch and brake,

Easytronic 3 in N,

do not accelerate,

Petrol engines: key to 3;

Diesel engines: key to 2,

when control indicator ! go es

out

, turn key to 3;

release key once engine is

run ning

Before restarting or when switching off the

engine, turn key back to position 0.

To switch on the ignition, only turn the key

to position 2.

6 Electronic immobiliser – see page 27,

diesel fuel system – see page 170,

further information – see pages 138, 171.

Preheating system switches on only if outside

temperature is low.

15In Brief

Picture no: 14714s.tif

Releasing the handbrake:

Raise lever slightly,

press lock button,

lower lever fully

6 Handbrake – see page 155.

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Parking the vehicle:

Apply handbrake firmly,

switch engine off,

remove key,

lock steering wheel,

loc k ve hicle

To lock vehicle and arm the Vauxhall alarm

sy ste m 3, press button p .

To activate the mechanical anti-theft

lock ing sy ste m, p ress b utton p twice.

6 Further inform ation – see pages 27, 138,

radio frequency remote control –

see page 28,

central loc king system – see page 30,

Vauxhall alarm system 3 – see page 34,

vehicle decommissioning – see page 237.

16 In Brief

Advice when parking:

z Do not park the vehicle on flammable

surfaces as combustion could occur due

to the h igh ex ha us t temperature s.

z Always apply the handbrake firmly.

Ap ply the ha ndbrake as firmly as

possible on uphill or downhill slopes. To

reduce operating forces, apply

footbrake at the same tim e.

z Close windows, sliding roof 3 and tilting

roof 3 .

z With manual transmission, select first

gear or reverse gear. With Easytronic 3,

move selector lever to c entre position

before switching ignition off.

z On vehicles with Easytronic 3, control

indicator R flashes for a few seconds

after the ignition is switched off if the

handbrake has not been applied.

z Turn steering wheel until lock is felt to

engage (anti-theft protection) after first

withdrawing the ignition key.

z The engine cooling fans may run after

the engine has been switched off,

see page 227.

6 Further information –

see pages 235, 237.

17In Brief

That was the most important

information for your first drive

in your Meriva in brief.

The other pages o f this chapter

contain a description of some

interesting functions in your

vehicle.

The rema in ing ch apters of the

Owner’s Manual contain

important information on

operation, safety and

maintenance as well as a

com plete index.

18 In Brief

Flexible Seat System (FlexSpace)

The rear row of seats in your vehicle offers

three seats or, with the centre seat lowered,

two seats with more seating space. The

outboard seats can be lowered to obtain a

level loading surface.

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Move rear outboard seats

z Pull handle under seat,

z Slide seat,

z Release handle and allow seat to

eng age in position.

The backrests must not be in the rearmost

position when the seats are moved back, in

order to prevent d amage.

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Adjust or fold backrest of outboard seats

z Pull handle on outboard side of seat,

z Guid e b ackrest into the relevant position,

z Release handle and allow seat to audibly

engage in position.

19In Brief

The backrest can engage in several

positions. In addition, the backrest can be

folded all the w ay down to the seat cushion

when extending the luggage

compartment.

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Low er c en tr e s eat

z House centre se at belt in the belt reta iner

in the roof,

z Insert seat belts into recesses in seat

cushion,

z Slide centre rear seat head restraint all

the way down,

z Pull release handle at rear of centre seat

backrest. Tilt backrest forwards and

eng age.

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Two r ear seat s w ith more seating sp ace

z Lower centre seat,

z Adjust backrest to centre position,

z Pull handle beneath seat.

z Slide seat all the way back, then towards

the centre of the vehicle and then further

rearwards to the desired position,

z Release handle and allow seat to

engage in position.

9 Wa rning

To prevent injuries, a lways hold seat

backrest firmly and guide downwards

when folding.

20 In Brief

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Three seats

z Adjust backrest to centre position,

z Pull handle beneath seat.

z Slide seat all the way forwards, then out

towards the door and then further

forwards to the desired position.

z Release handle and allow seat to

engage in position,

z Raise centre seat.

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Fold ing down out board seats

z Pull seat belt from belt guide on

backrest,

z F o ld d o w n o u tb oa rd r e a r s e a t b a c k r e s t s ,

z To achieve a level loading surfa ce, pull

release handle on back of backrest and

push seat down until it latches into

position.

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Airbag system

The airbag system consists of several

separate systems.

Front airb ag system

The front airbag system will be triggered in

the event of a serious accident involving a

frontal impact and forms safety cushions

for the driv er and front passenger. The

forward movement of the driver and front

passenger is checked and the risk of

injuries to the upper body and head are

thereby substantially reduced.

21In Brief

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Sid e airbag system 3

The side airb ag is trigg ered in the event of

a side-on collision to form a safety cushion

for the driver or front passenger in the

respective door area. This substantially

reduces the risk of injury to the upper body

and pelvis.

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Curtain airbag system 3

The curtain airbag system triggers in case

of a side-on collision and provides a safety

barrier in the head a rea on the respective

side of the v ehicle. This reduces the risk of

injury to the head considerably in case of a

side-on collision.

6 Airbag systems – see page 67.

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Active head restraints 3 on front

seats

In the event of a rear-end impact, the

active head restraints automatically tilt

forward a little. The head is more

effectively supported b y the head restraint

and the danger of injuries caused by

whiplash in the neck area is reduced.

Active head restraints are identified by the

lettering ACTIVE on the head restraint

guide sleeves.

22 In Brief

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Travel Assistant 3

The Travel Assistant contains:

z Arm rest,

z Tray ,

z Drink holders.

The Travel Assistant is mounted on the

lowered centre seat (see page 19).

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Dismantling the Tr avel Assistant

z Press lower button on the Travel

Assistant,

z Pull Travel Assistant upwards out of

recesses,

z There is a carrying handle on the b ack to

facilitate transport.

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Operating menus in the

information display 3

Menu options are selected using menus

and using the buttons / four-way button or

the multi-function knob of the Infotainment

system 3 or the buttons 3 on the steering

wheel. The respective menu options are

s how n on th e display.

Selection using four-way button:

press four-way button at top, bottom , left

or right.

23In Brief

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Selection using multi-function knob 3:

Rotate and press multi-function knob.

To exit a menu, turn the multi-function

knob left or right to Ret urn or Main and

select.

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To select with steering wheel buttons:

Select menu options via the menus and the

buttons.

6 Information display – see p age 92.

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Trip computer 3

The trip computers provide information on

driving data, which is continually recorded

and evaluated electronically.

Functions:

z Range,

z Instantaneous consumption,

z Distance travelled,

z Average speed,

z Effective consumption,

z Average consumption,

z Stop watch.

6 Trip computer – see page 99.

Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36

BC 1 All values

BC 2

257.0 miles

Timer

Ø40mph

7.0 ga l s

Ø 31.0 mpg

24 In Brief

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Remote control on steering

wheel 3

The functions of the Infotainment system

and the information display can be

operated with the buttons on the steering

wheel.

Further information is available in the

Infotainment system operating

instructions.

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Twin Audio 3

Tw in Audio provides rear seat occupants

with the opportunity to listen to a different

audio source than the one selected by the

driver on the Infotainment system.

Only an audio source that is not currently

active on the radio system can be

controlled using Twin Audio.

Tw o headphone connections are available,

with separate volume c ontrols.

Further inform ation is available in the

Infotainme nt sy ste m ope ra ting

instructions.

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Parking distance sensors 3

When rev erse gear is selected, the parking

dis tance se nsors switch on automatically .

If the vehicle approaches an obstacle when

reversing, a series of signals can be heard

in the vehicle interior. The interval between

the signals becomes shorter as the

distance is reduced. If the distance is less

than 30 cm, the signal will be continuous.

6 Parking distance sensors 3 –

see page 153.

25In Brief

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Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL) 3

AFL improves illumination of:

z Curves (curve lighting),

z Intersections and tight turns

(turn lighting).

Picture no:

Curve lig hting (1)

The light beam pivots based on steering

wheel position and speed (from ap prox. 6

mph (10 km/h)).

The headlights shine at an angle of up to

15° to the right or left of the direction of

travel.

Turn lig hting (2)

An additional light illuminates at certain

steering wheel settings (after rotation of

approx. 90°), turn signal settings and

speeds (up to approx. 25 m ph (40 km/h)).

The lig ht beam projects at a 90° angle to

the left or right of the vehicle up to a

distance of a pprox. 30 metres.

Reverse function

Turning the lights on, selecting reverse

gear selected and switching on a turn

signal light causes the turn lighting to be

switched on for the respective side.

When the turn signal is sw itc hed off, the

turn lighting continues to illuminate for

app rox . 1 5 second s.

6 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) 3 –

see page 109.

26 Keys, Doors, Windows

Keys, Doors, Windows

Replacement keys

The key number is specified in the vehicle

docum ents and in the Car Pass 3.

The key is a constituent of the electronic

immobiliser. Ordering keys from a Vauxhall

Authorised Repairer g uarantees problem-

free operation of the electronic

immobiliser.

Keep the spare key in a safe place.

Locks, see page 204.

Lock cylinders

Designed to free-wheel if they are

forcefully rotated without the correct key or

if the correct key is not fully inserted.

To reset, turn cylinder with the correct key

until its slot is vertica l, remove key and then

re-insert it. If the cylinder still free-wheels,

turn the key through 180° and repeat

op eration.

Car Pass

The Car Pass contains all of the vehicle’s

data and should therefore not be k ept in

the vehicle.

Have your Car Pass to hand when

consu lting a Vauxhall A uthorised Re pairer.

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Key with retractable key blade 3

Press button to extend. Press button to

retrac t and audibly engage key blade.

Replacem ent keys ................. .............. 26

Loc k cylinders .......... ............................ 26

Ca r Pass.................... ............................ 26

Key with retractable key blade 3 ...... 26

Electronic immobiliser............ .............. 27

Radio frequency remote control ....... . 28

Central locking system ........................ 30

Fault when locking or unlocking... ...... 32

Luggage compartment ...................... . 32

Vauxhall alarm system 3.................... 34

Child safety locks .......... ...................... . 36

Exterior mirrors..... ............................... . 37

Interior mirror .. ............................... ...... 38

Door windows ...... ............................... . 39

Electric windows 3... ............................ 39

Sunroof and tilting roof 3 ......... ......... . 41

27Keys, Doors, Windows

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Electronic immobiliser

Using a transponder housed in the key, the

system checks whether the vehicle may be

s tarte d us i ng the key that has be en

inserted. If the k ey is re cognised as

"authorised" the engine can be started.

The electronic immobiliser activates

automatically when the key is removed

from the starter switch.

The c od e numbe r of the e lectronic

immobiliser is given in the Car Pass.

Picture no: 17880s.tif

Control i nd icator for imm obiliser A

Control indica tor A illuminates briefly

when the ig nition is sw itched on.

If the control indicator flashes when the

ignition is on, there is a fault in the system;

the engine cannot be started. Switch off

the ignition and then repeat the start

attempt.

If the control indicator A continues to

flash, try to start the engine using the spare

key and conta ct a workshop for assistance.

If control indicator A illum inates after the

engine is started, there is a fault in the

engine electronics or transmission

electronics 3, (see pages 85, 137, 147), or

there is water in the diesel fuel filter 3,

(see page 230).

Not e

The immobiliser does not lock the doors.

Therefore, always lock the vehicle before

leaving it unattended and enable Vauxhall

alarm system 3 . See page 34.

28 Keys, Doors, Windows

Radio frequency remote control

Depending on equipment level, the vehicle

comes equipped with one of the remote

controls illustrated on this page.

The radio frequency remote control is

integrated in the key.

Used to op erate:

z Central locking system ,

z Mechanical anti-theft locking system,

z Vauxhall alarm system 3.

In vehicles with electric windows in all

doors 3, the remote control can be used to

closed the windows.

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The remote control has a range of approx.

5 metres. This range can be affected by

outside influences. Aim the remote control

at the vehicle to op erate.

Handle the remote control with care,

protect it from m oisture and high

temperatures and avoid unnecessary

op eration.

The hazard warning lights flash to indicate

that the remote control is operational.

Picture no: 15331t.tif

C entra l locking system,

see page 30.

Mechanical anti-theft locking system,

see page 28.

Vauxhall alarm system 3,

see page 34.

Electric windows 3,

see page 39.

29Keys, Doors, Windows

Fault

If the central locking system cannot be

opera ted with the remote control, it may be

due to the following:

z The range of the remote control has

been exceeded.

z Remote control battery volta ge is too

low. Battery replacement - see next

column.

z If the remote control is frequently and

repeatedly operated outside the

reception range of the vehicle (e.g. too

far from vehicle), the remote control will

no longer be recognised. Remote control

synchronisation, see end column.

z If the central locking system is

overloaded as a result of repeated

op eration at short intervals. The power

supply is cut off for a brief period.

z Inte rference from higher-power radio

waves from other sources.

To eliminate the cause of a fault, we

recommend contacting a workshop for

assistance.

Open driver’s door with key, see pa ge 32.

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Remote control b attery replacement

Replace the battery as soon as the range

of the remote control becom es reduced.

Ke y with re trac ta ble k ey blade ,

see Fig. 15330 T on previous page.

Extend key, see page 26. Open remote

control. Replace battery - battery type, see

page 218 - noting installation position.

Close remote control.

Make sure that you dispose of old batteries

in accordance with environmental

protection regulations.

Key with fixed blade,

see Fig. 15331 T on previous page.

Have the workshop change the battery.

In the event of a functionality problem or

ba ttery r epl acement, synchroni se the

remot e control.

After changing the battery, unlock the

door using the key in the driver’s lock

cylinder, see page 32. The remote control is

synchronised by inserting the key in the

starter switch.

30 Keys, Doors, Windows

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Central locking system

For doors, luggag e compartment and tank

flap.

To unlock

Press button q on the remote control

– or, from the inside –

pull up lock button on driver’s door.

When the mechanical anti-theft locking

system is enabled, the doors cannot be

unlocked by pulling up the lock buttons.

Country-specific version 3:

Pressing once unlocks the driver’s door,

and pressing twice unlocks the entire

vehic le.

Picture no: 15333t.tif

To lo ck

Close doors, luggage compartment and

tank flap.

Press button p on the remote control

– or, from the inside –

press lock button on driver’s door when the

doors are closed.

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Mechanical anti-theft locking system

All the doors must be closed.

Press the p button on the remote control

within 10 seconds of locking.

Lock buttons on all doors are positioned

such that doors cannot be opened.

If the ignition was on, the driver’s door

must be opened and closed once so that

the vehicle can be secured.

9 Warning

Do not use the system if there are people

in the vehicle! The doors cannot be

unlocked from inside.

31Keys, Doors, Windows

Note

z To prevent the driver from being

inadvertently locked out, the button on

the driver’s door cannot be depressed

when the door is open.

z If the driver’s door is not closed properly,

the central locking system will unlock

again immediately after locking.

z Approx. 30 seconds after unlocking

using the remote control, the doors lock

again automatically if no door is

op ened.

z To lock the doors from inside (e.g. to

prevent unwanted entry from outside),

press lock button on d riv er’s door when

the doors are closed.

z Locked doors unlock automatically if an

accident of a certain severity occurs (to

permit outside assistance). Prerequisite:

Ignition must not be switched off.

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Closing windows 3 from outside

On vehicles with electric windows in all

doors 3, the windows can be closed from

outside:

Hold button p on the remote control

depressed until all of the windows have

closed completely.

Further information on electric windows,

see page 39.

Fault

If the central locking cannot be operated,

this can be for one of the following reasons:

z If the central locking system is

overloaded as a result of repeated

operation at short intervals. The power

supply is cut off for a brief period.

z Defective fuse in fusebox, see page 188.

To eliminate the cause of a fault, we

recommend contacting a workshop for

assistance.

Operate driver’s door with key, see next

page.

9 Warning

Exercise care when operating e lectric

windows. Risk of injury, especially for

children.

Vehicle passeng ers must be informed

accordingly.

Keep a close watch on the windows when

closing them. Ensure that nothing

becomes trapped in them as they move.

32 Keys, Doors, Windows

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Fault when lo cking or u nloc ki ng

Fault in remote control

To unlock

Turn key clockwise in d river’s door lock,

return to the vertical position and remove.

The entire vehicle is unloc ked. Sw itc h on the

ignition to deactivate the Vauxhall alarm

system 3.

To lock

With the driver’s door closed, turn the key

anticlockwise in the lock, return to the

vertic al position and remove. The entire

vehicle is locked.

Malfuncti on i n cent ral locking syst em

To unlock

Turn key clockwise in driver’s door lock,

return to the vertical position and remove.

The driver’s door is unlocked. The other

doors can be unlocked by pulling up the

interior lock buttons (not possible if the

mechanical anti-theft locking system is

enabled). Switch on the ignition to

deactivate the Vauxhall alarm system 3.

To lock

With the driver’s door open, press the

interior lock button of the other doors.

Close the driver’s door. Turn the key

anticlockwise in the lock, return to the

vertical position and remove. The tank flap

cannot be locked if the re is a ma lfunction in

the central locking system.

Note

z The mechanical anti-theft locking

system and the Vauxhall alarm system 3

cannot be activated with the key.

z To deactivate the Vauxhall alarm

system 3 after ope ning a d oor, switch on

the ignition.

z To eliminate the cause of a fault, we

recom mend contacting a workshop for

assistance.

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Luggage com partment

To unlock

Press button q on the remote control. The

luggage compartment is unlocked

together with the doors and the tank flap.

Country-specific version 3:

Press button q twice on the remote

control; one press unlocks the driver’s door,

two presses unlocks the entire vehicle.

33Keys, Doors, Windows

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To open

The luggage com partment is opened by

operating the unlocking button beneath

the handle.

Fitting of accessories on the tailgate will

increase its weight. If it becomes too heavy,

it will then not stay op en.

Picture no: 17882s.tif

To clo se

There are two handles on the inside of the

tailg ate for closing the luggage

compartment.

Do not operate the unlocking button

beneath the handle when closing.

Otherwise the luggage compartment will

once again b e unlocked.

Picture no: 15333t.tif

To lock

Press button p on remote control.

9 Wa rning

Do not drive with the luggage

com partment open or ajar, e.g. when

transporting bulky objects, since toxic

exhaust gas could penetrate the interior.

34 Keys, Doors, Windows

Vauxhall alarm system 3

Monitors:

z The doors, luggage compartment,

bonnet,

z The passenger compartment,

z Vehicle tilt, e.g. if it is raised,

z The ign ition .

Picture no: 15334t.tif

To activ ate

All doors, windows, sunroof 3, tilting roof 3

and the bonnet must be closed.

Press button p on the remote control to

activate the Vauxhall alarm system and

lock the doors.

If the ignition was switched on, the driver’s

door must be opened and closed once so

that the anti-theft alarm system can be

switched on.

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Act ivat ion without monitoring of

passenger compartment or vehicle tilt

E.g., if anim als a re to be left in the vehicle.

1. Close luggage compartm ent and

bonnet.

2. Press button in front of the courtesy light

(with ignition off); LED in the hazard

warning light button flashes for a

maximum of 10 seconds.

3. Close doors.

4. Switch on anti-theft alarm system. LED

illuminates. After approx. 10 second s,

the anti-theft alarm system is activated

without monitoring of the passenger

compartment or vehicle tilt. The LED

flashes until the system is switched off.

35Keys, Doors, Windows

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Light emit ting d iode (LE D)

During the first 10 seconds of anti-theft

alarm system activation:

After the first 10 seconds of anti-theft

alarm system activation:

If a system fault occurs, contact a

work shop for assistance.

Picture no: 15335t.tif

To deactivate

Press button q on remote control unit

– or –

turn on ignition.

If there is a fault in the remote control,

unlock vehicle as described on page 32.

If the alarm is triggered when the driver’s

door is opened, deactivate the anti-theft

alarm sy ste m by sw itc hing on the ignition.

z LE D come s on

= Test, switch-on delay,

z LE D flashe s

quickly

= Door, luggage

com partment or

bonnet open, or

system fault.

z LED flashes

slowly

=System switched on,

z LED illuminates

for approx.

1second

= Switch-off function.

36 Keys, Doors, Windows

Note

z Changes to the vehicle interior, such as

the use of seat covers, could impair the

function of passenger comp artm ent

monitoring.

Alarm

An alarm can be trigg ered when the

anti-theft alarm system is switched on,

indicated by:

z An acoustic signal (horn) and

z A visual signal (hazard warning lig hts).

The number of alarms and the duration

thereof are stipulated by law.

The a la rm can be silenced by pressing

button q on the remote control or by

switching on the ignition. The anti-theft

alarm system is deactivated at the same

time.

Alarm siren

with int eg rated ba ttery 3

The alarm siren monitors the on-board

voltage network and triggers an alarm if

this network is manipulated (e.g. if the

vehicle’s battery is disconnected by

unauthorise d persons). The alarm siren has

its own power supply and is therefore not

dependent on the vehicle’s battery.

If the vehicle’s battery is to be

disconnected (e.g. for maintenance work),

the alarm siren must be deactivated as

follows: switch the ignition on then off,

disconnect the vehicle’s battery within

15 seconds.

To sw itch off al arm siren:

Switch ignition on then off.

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Child safety locks

Turn rotary knob in each rear door lock

from v ertical position using the ignition key:

Door cannot be opened from the inside.

9 Warning

Use the child safety lock whenever

child ren are occupying the rear seats.

Disregard of these instructions may lead

to injuries or endanger life. Vehicle

pas seng ers must be informed

accordingly.

37Keys, Doors, Windows

Picture no: 13985s.tif

Exterior mirrors

Manual

From the inside, move the handle in the

appropriate direction.

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Ele ctri c 3

Four-way switch in driver’s door.

Move rocker switch located above the

four-way switch to the left or right:

Four-way switch controls corresponding

mirror.

Aspherical ext eri or mirror 3

Increases the field of view. Estimating the

distance away from vehicles following you

is only possible to a limited extent because

of slight distortion.

Picture no: 15279s.tif

Sw ing-in exter ior mirror s

Manually: Press lightly.

Electrically: Press button. The mirrors

swing-in to their respective end positions.

If a mirror has been manually adjusted,

swing-in both mirrors by hand and then

press the button.

After electrical operation, there is a

6-second delay before the mirrors can

be operated again.

38 Keys, Doors, Windows

Picture no: 14138s.tif

For the safety of pedestrians, the exterior

mirrors will swing out of their normal

mounting position if they are bumped with

sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by

applying slight pressure to the mirror

housing.

Picture no: 14300s.tif

Interior mirror

To adjust, swivel mirror housing.

Swivel lever on underside of mirror housing

to reduce dazzle at night.

Picture no: 13984s.tif

Autom atic anti-da zzle interior mi rror 3

Dazzle at night is automatically reduced.

The mirror does not reduce dazzle when:

z The ignition is switched off,

z Reverse gear is engaged or the selector

lever is set to R,

z Interior lighting has been switched on.

39Keys, Doors, Windows

Picture no: 14137s.tif

Door windows

The door windows can be operated with

the cra nk.

Electric win dows 3

Operable when the ignition key is in

position 1 (see page 9).

Button illumination indicates operational

readiness.

Operational readiness ends when the

driver’s door is opened.

Ope rated with two or four cross switches in

driver’s door armrest: top cross switches for

driver’s and front passenger’s d oor

windows, and bottom cross switches 3 for

the rear windows.

There are also cross switches in the front

passenger’s door arm rest and in the rear

door armrests 3.

Picture no: 14804s.tif

To operate window in stages, tap

appropriate switch.

For automatic opening or closing, keep

switch pressed for slightly longer.

To stop window movement, tap switch

again.

Safety function

If the window glas s encounte rs resistance

above the middle of the window d uring

automatic closing, it is immediately

stopped and the window opened again.

If the windows do not move easily (e.g. on

account of frost), repeatedly tap the switch

for the appropriate window until the

window has been closed in stages.

9 Warning

Take care when operating the electric

windows 3. Risk of injury, espec ia lly for

children. Inform vehicle occupants.

If there are children occupying the rear

seats, switch on child safety system for

rear windows 3, see next page.

Keep a close watch on the windows when

closing them. Ensure that nothing

becomes trapped in them as they move.

40 Keys, Doors, Windows

Picture no: 14140s.tif

Child safety system for rear windows 3

Switch between the rock er switches in the

armrest on the driver’s door:

z To the left (red control indicator visible):

Rear windows cannot be operated with

the rocker buttons in the rear doors,

z To the right (green control indicator

visible): Rear windows can be operated

with the rocker buttons in the rear doors.

Picture no: 17899s.tif

Closing windows from outside 3

On vehicles with electric windows in all

doors, the windows can be closed from

outs ide:

Hold button p on the remote control until

all of the windows have closed completely.

Overload

If the windows are repeatedly operated at

short intervals, the power supply is briefly

cut off.

The sy stem is protected by fuses in the

fusebox, see page 186.

Fault

The wind ow s c ann ot be auto matically

opened or closed.

Activate electric windows as follows:

1. Close doors.

2. Switch on ignition.

3. Open window completely.

4. Close window and hold down rocker

switch for at least another 5 seconds.

5. Repeat for each window.

41Keys, Doors, Windows

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Sunroof and tilting roof 3

Front sliding roof

Left rocker switch l and \ between the

sunvisors. O perable when the ignition is on.

To op en :

Press button l, sunroof opens.

To stop the movement, press button ag ain.

To close

Press button \ until the sunroof is closed.

To ra ise

With the sunroof closed, press button \

until sunroof is open.

To low er

Press button l until the sunroof is closed.

Picture no: 14143s.tif

Rear t ilting roof

Right rocker switch \ and w between the

sunvisors. O pera ble when the ignition is on.

To raise

Press button \ until tilting roof has been

raised.

To lower

Press b utton w until tilting roof has closed.

9 Wa rning

Take care when operating sunroof 3 and

tilting roof 3. Risk of injury, especially for

children. Vehicle occup ants must be

informed accordingly.

Keep a close watch on the sliding roof

when closing it. Ensure that nothing

becomes trapped in it as it moves.

42 Keys, Doors, Windows

Sunshade

To reduce the sunlight in the vehicle interior

with the sliding roof closed or raised.

Open or close sunshade as required.

When the sunroof is opened, the sunshade

is also op ened.

Note

z If the top of the roof is wet, raise roof,

allow water to run off and then op en

roof.

z When using a roof rack, check the

clearance of the sunroof, to avoid

damage.

Picture no: 14802s.tif

Fault

If the electric d rive fails, the system is

protected by a fuse in the fusebox – see

page 186. Until the fault is remedied,

operate the sunroof as follows:

Push drive cover backwards.

Picture no: 14803s.tif

Press the sprung central part of the drive

shaft in as fa r as possible with a

screwdriver 3 and turn the driveshaft until

the sunroof or tilting roof is closed.

43Seats, Interior

Seats, Interior

Picture no: 13977s.tif

Front seats

Adjust seat longi tudinally

To adjust, pull the handle on the front seat,

slide the seat and release the handle.

Picture no: 13978s.tif

Adjusting the backrest

To adjust, turn handwheel on outboard

side of seat while releasing the load on the

backrest.

Move seat backre st to suit se ating position.

Front sea ts ........... ............................... . 43

Head restraints .... ......... ....................... 45

Armrest 3 ............. ......... ....................... 47

Travel Assistant 3 ............ ................... 47

Rear seats............. ............................... . 50

Flexible Seat S ystem (Flex Space)....... 51

Luggage compartment extension ..... 52

Luggage compartment cover 3... ...... 54

Safety net 3 .... ............................... ...... 55

Lashing eyes 3 ................. ................... 56

Bag hangers 3 ............................... ...... 56

Notes on loading the vehic le ............. . 56

Three-stage safety system............ ...... 58

Three-point seat belts ........... .............. 58

Belt tensioners. ............................... ...... 60

Using the belts ....................... ........ ...... 62

Mounting brackets 3 for ISO-FIX child

restra int system s ........ ............. .......... 64

Child restraint systems 3 ...... ........ ...... 65

Airbag system .......... ............................ 67

Cigarette lighter 3... ......... ................... 79

Accessory sockets 3 ..... ............. .......... 79

Ashtray s .......... ......... ............................ 80

Foldaway ta bles 3 ............................. . 82

Stowage comp artments... ................... 81

Coin holder ........... ......... ....................... 83

Sunvisors.......... ......... ............................ 83

9 Warning

Important: Do not sit nearer than

10 inches (25 cm) from the steering

wheel, to perm it safe airba g deployment.

Never adjust the seat while driving.

It could move in an uncontrolled manner

when the handle is pulled.

44 Seats, Interior

Picture no: 13979s.tif

Adjusting the seat height

To adjust, pull lever up and relieve the load

on the seat cushion, or press the seat

cushion down with your body weight.

Never adjust driver’s seat height while the

vehicle is in motion. Uncontrolled

adjustm ents could occur when the lever is

pulled.

Picture no: 16098s.tif

Adjusting t he lum bar supp ort 3

To adju st, tu rn s ide handw he el o n

outboard side of seat while relieving the

loa d on the backrest.

Ad just lumbar support to suit personal

re quir em e nts.

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Seat position

Adjust driver’s seat such that with the

driver sitting upright, the steering wheel is

held in the area of its upper spokes with the

driver’s arms slig htly bent.

Push front passenger’s seat as far back as

possible.

45Seats, Interior

The seat backrests must not be tilted too

far back. Recommend ed maximum tilting

angle approx. 25°.

Picture no: 13980s.tif

Head restraints

Adjusting t he front head restraints and

the rea r outboard head restraints 3

To adjust head restraint, tilt forward, hold

and adjust height.

To fold over the rear seats or lower the

front passenger’s seat head restraint all

the way down and remove, see next page.

Picture no: 14102s.tif

Ad justing the rear centre head restraint

To adjust, pull head restraint upwards,

press springs and push head restraint

down.

To improve visibility, push head restraint

down as far as possible if centre seat is

unoccupied or to increase the size of the

luggage compartment.

Fold centre seat – see page 53.

If centre seat is occupied, pull head

restraint upwards.

9 Wa rning

Failure to observe these descriptions

could lead to injuries which could be

fata l. Vehicle p assenge rs must b e

informed accordingly before starting-off.

46 Seats, Interior

Picture no: 14101s.tif

Head restraint position

The middle of the head restraint should be

at eye level. If this is not possible for

extremely tall persons, set to highest

position, and set to lowest position for

small persons.

Picture no: 14287j.tif

Active head restra ints 3

In the event of a rear-end impact, the

active head restraints automatically tilt

forward a little. The head is more

effectively supported by the head restraint

and the danger of injuries caused by

whip la sh in th e ne ck ar ea is re du c ed.

Active head restraints are identified by the

lettering ACTIVE o n th e h ead re s tra in t

guid e sleeves.

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Removing the head restraints

Press and release the two catches.

Pull and remove the head restraint.

Not e

Only approved objects or com ponents

should be attached to the head restraint of

the unoccupied front passenger’s seat.

9 Wa rning

Failure to observe the descriptions can

lead to injuries which could be fatal.

Vehicle passengers must be informed

accordingly before moving away.

47Seats, Interior

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Armrest 3

Arm res t a t driv er ’s se at

Push raised armrest backwards against

resistance and fold down.

The armrest can be moved to different

positions in stages by lifting it.

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Travel Assistant 3

The Travel Assistant contains:

z Armrest,

z Tray,

z Drink holders.

The Travel Assistant is mounted on the

low ered centre seat (see page 53).

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Insta lling The Travel Assistant

Lower the centre seat – see page 53.

Insert Travel Assistant in rear recesses on

bac k of centre seat.

48 Seats, Interior

Picture no: 14311s.tif

Fold Travel Assistant down and audibly

enga ge in front recesses.

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Armrest

The armrest can be moved and therefore

adapted to the position of the outboard

se ats.

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Tray

There is a tray beneath the armrest.

Open tray by pushing upper button.

9 Wa rning

If it is not c orrectly engaged, the Travel

Assistant can be propelled forward with

considerable force if hard braking occurs,

possibly causing injury.

49Seats, Interior

Picture no: 14314s.tif

Drink holders

Open drink holder on front by pressing

front face.

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Dismantling the Tr avel Assistant

Press lower button on the Travel Assistant.

Picture no: 14316s.tif

Pull Travel Assistant upwards out of

recesses.

There is a carrying handle on the back to

facilitate transport.

It is not necessary to remove the Travel

Assistant if you wish to raise the centre

seat, however, the armrest must be pushed

forwards. Be careful of any items in the

Travel Assistant.

50 Seats, Interior

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Rear seats

Move rear outboard seats

Pull ha ndle under sea t, move se at, re leas e

handle and allow seat to engage.

The b ackres ts must not be in the re armost

position when the seats are moved back, in

order to prevent damage.

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Adjusting backrests of rear

outboard seats

Get hold of bac krest, pull handle at

outboard side of seat and guid e backrest

into the relevant position. Release handle

and allow backrest to engage.

The seat backrest engages in severa l

positions.

To extend the luggage compartment, the

seat can be swivelled down. However, we

recommend always using the seat for

sitting only when in the swivelled-up

position. To extend the lugga ge

compartment, see pag e 52.

9 Warning

To prevent injuries, always hold seat

backrest firmly and guide downwards

when folding.

51Seats, Interior

Flexible Seat System (FlexSpace)

In the rear row of seats, your vehicle offers

either three seats or two seats with more

seating room, in this case the centre seat

must be folded down. The outboard seat

backrests can be swivelled downwards to

increase the size of the luggage

compartment.

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Tw o rear seats with m ore seat ing space

Lower centre seat – see page 53.

Move backrest to centre position, pull

ha ndle beneath s eat, s lide s eat backwards

as far as possible, then slide inwards to

centre of vehicle and further back into the

desired position.

Release handle and allow seat to engage

in position.

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Three seats

Move backrest to centre position, pull

handle beneath seat, slide seat forwards to

the stop, then slide out towards door and

further forward into the desired position.

Release handle and allow seat to engage

in position.

Raise centre seat – see pa ge 53.

52 Seats, Interior

Luggage compartment extension

To increase the size of the luggage

compartment, you can:

z Fold down the outboa rd rear seat

backrests,

z Lowe r the ce ntre seat,

z Swivel down the outboard seats,

z Fold down the front passenger’s seat

backrest 3 .

See following pages for instructions.

The rear seats must be in the outboard

positions, see "Three seats" on the previous

page.

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Fold down outb oa rd rear seat backrest

If necessary, remove luggage

compartment cover 3 – see pag e 54.

Push head restraints down fully -

see pages 4, 45.

Ta ke seat belt out of the belt guide on the

backrest.

Remove the push-in sleeves 3 for m ounting

the IS O-FIX child res traint syste m – see

separate instructions for the ISO-FIX child

restraint system.

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Hold the backrest, pull handle at outboard

side of seat and fold backrest down onto

seat cushion. Release handle and engage

backrest.

To raise, pull handle on outboard side of

the seat and raise seat backrest. Release

handle and latch.

Insert seat belt into belt guide on backrest.

9 Warning

To prevent injuries, always hold seat

backrest firmly and guide downwards

when folding.

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Lower centre seat

House centre seat belt in the holder in the

roof – see page 63.

Insert seat belts into recesses in seat

cushions.

Push centre head restraint as far down as it

will go – see page 45.

Pull release handle at rear of centre

backrest – see illustration. Tilt backrest

forward and engage.

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Raise cent re seat

Pull release handle, m ove backrest up rig ht

and engage. Outboard seats must be in

the outer position to do this – see right-

ha nd column on page 51.

Fold ing down out board seats

Push front seats forwards or remove head

restraints on the rear outboard seats –

see page 46.

Fold down outboard rear seat backrests.

To achieve a level loading surface, pull

release handle on back of backrest and

push seat down until it latches into

position.

Raise outboard seats

Pull release handle on back of b ackrest

and pull seat upwards until it engages.

Pull handle on outboard side of rear seat

and move rear seat backrest upright.

Release handle and latch into position.

Insert seat belt into belt guide on backrest.

The seat backrests can be righted even

with the seat swivelled back. We

recommend only using the seat for sitting

while in the swivelled-up position.

9 Wa rning

Loads must not obstruct the operation of

the handbrake and the gears. Pay

attention to notes on pa ge 56.

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Picture no: 14107S.tif

Folding d own the front pa ssenger’s

seat 3

Push front passenger’s seat head restraint

all the way down or remove –

see pages 4, 45, 46.

Push front passenger’s seat backwards.

Raise release lever and fold front

passenger’s seat forwards.

Raise front passenger’s seat backrest 3

Raise release lever, lift front passenger’s

seat a nd audibly engage backrest into

position.

Notes on load ing

See page 56.

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Luggage compartment cover 3

To op en :

Lift cover at rear and tilt forwards, segment

by segment.

To clo se:

Tilt top part of cover backwards and latch

into position.

Do not place any heavy or sharp-edged

ob jects on the cover.

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Removing

Open cover, disengage towards the rear

and remove from above.

Fitti ng

Insert the cover from the rear, clip into

place and fold back.

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Picture no: 14736s.tif

Safety net 3

The safety net is installed behind the front

seats with the rear seat backrests folded

forward.

Passengers must not be carried behind the

safety net.

Fitting

Fold all rear seat backrests forwards – see

luggage comp artment e xtension, p age 52.

The roof frame contains two mounting

openings: Open c ov ers.

Hang the upper net rod first in one

aperture and then in the other side; clip in

place by pushing rod forwards into smaller

aperture.

Picture no: 17952S.tif

Hook tension straps into lashing eyes 3 or

slots 3 at the rear of the outer front seat

bracket and tension.

On the version without lashing eyes, when

the safety net is mounted for the first time,

the slots at the rear of the outer front seat

bracket must first be opened:

Press the marked field at the upper edge

with a blunt object a nd fold inwards.

Removing

Tilt belt length adjuster upwards and

unhook belts. Unhook top net rods and

close two mounting openings.

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Stowage of safety net

Roll up the removed safety net and secure

it with Velcro strips.

Store the safety net under the floor in the

luggage compartment. To open, remove

the luggage compartment cover 3, see

page54, lift the floor covering by the

handle and raise towards the front, see

page176. Store safety net in front

recesses.

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Picture no: 14718s.tif

Lashing eyes 3

The lashing ey es in the lugg age

compartment are for securing transported

items to prevent them from slipping

around.

Picture no: 14717s.tif

Bag hangers 3

There are two retainers on the back of the

outer rear seat backrests for hanging

carrier bags on. Maximum load: 10 kg per

re tainer.

Picture no: 14110s.tif

Notes on lo ad ing the vehicle

z Heavy objects in the luggage

compartment should be placed as far

forwa rd as possible ag ainst the enga ged

rear seat backrests or, if the rear seat

backrests are fold ed down, against the

front seat backrests. If objects are to be

stack ed, the hea vier objects should be

placed at the bottom. Unsecured objects

in the luggage compartment would be

thrown forward with great force in the

event of heavy braking, for example.

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z Secure heavy objects with lashing

straps 3 attached to lashing eyes 3 –

see page 56. If heavy loads slip when the

vehicle is braked heavily or driven

around a bend, the handling of the

vehicle may change.

z When transporting objects with rear seat

backrests tilted forward, fit safety net –

see page 55.

z Close the luggage compartme nt cover 3

so the rear window does not reflect the

ob je cts.

z If the backrests are not folded down

when transporting objects in the

lugga ge compartment, they must be

engaged in an upright position -

see page 53.

z Do not allow the load to protrude above

the upper edge of the rear seat

backrests, or above the upper edge of

the front seat backrests if the rear seat

backrests are folded down.

z The warning triangle 3 and first-aid kit

(cushion) 3 must always be freely

accessible.

z Do not place any objects in front of the

rear window or on the instrument panel.

They are re flecte d in the glass, obstruct

the driver’s view and will be thrown

th rough the ve hicle, for insta nce in the

event of heavy braking.

z Objects must not be stored in the airbag

inflation area, because they could cause

injury if the airbag inflates.

z Loads must not obstruct the ope ra tion of

the pedals, the handbrake or the gears,

or restrict the driver’s freedom of

movement. Do not place loose objects in

the vehicle interior.

z Do not drive with luggage compartm ent

open when transporting bulky objects,

for example, since toxic exhaust fumes

could penetra te the interior.

z Weights, payload and roof load –

see page 214.

z A roof load increases the sensitivity of

the vehicle to crosswinds and impairs

vehicle handling due to the vehicle’s

hig her centre of gravity. Driving with a

roof load - see pages 138, 141, 163.

9 Warning

Failure to observe these descriptions can

lead to injuries which ma y be fatal.

Vehic le pa ssengers m ust be inform ed

accordingly.

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Three-stage safety system

Com prising:

z Three-point seat belts,

z Belt tensioners at the front seats,

z Airbag systems for the driver’s seat and

front passenger’s seat 3 as well as the

outboard rear seats 3.

The three stages are activated in sequence

depending on the severity of the accident:

z The automatic seat belt locking d evices

prevent the belt strap from being pulled

out and thus ensure that the vehicle

occupants are retained in their seats.

z The front seat belts are pulled down at

the belt buckles. This means the belts fit

snugly, the occupants are decelerated

early with the vehicle and the stress

placed on the body is reduced .

z The airbag systems are also triggered in

the event of severe accidents and form a

safety cushion for the occupants.

Alw ays read the instructions provided w ith

the child restraint system!

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Three-point seat belts

The vehicle is equipped with three-point

seat belts with automatic retractors and

locking d evices, allowing freedom of body

movement although the spring tensioned

belts always ensure a snug fit.

For information on correct seating

position – see pages 44, 62, 68.

The belt has a "vehicle sensitive retractor"

which is designed to lock during heavy

acceleration or deceleration in any

direction.

9 Warning

The airbag systems serve to supplement

the three-point seat belts and belt

te ns ioners. The seat b elts must there fore

alway s be w orn. Disreg ard of these

instructions may lead to injuries or

end ang er life. Vehicle p assenge rs must

be informed a ccord ingly.

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In the event of an accident, persons not

wearing seat belts endanger their fellow

occupants and themselves.

Control indicator X for the seat belt –

see page 84.

Seat belts are designed to be used by only

one person at a time. They are not suitable

for anyone under 12 years of age or

150 cm.

For childre n up to 12 yea rs of ag e, w e

recommend the Vauxhall child restraint

system – see page 65.

Belt force limi ter s

Belt force limiters on the front seats reduce

the body load, due to damped release of

the belt on a collision. This means that the

seat occupants move forward under

control.

Testing the belts

Check all parts of the belt system

periodically for dam age and correct

functioning. Replace dam aged

components. After an accident, have the

belts and triggered belt tensioners

replaced by a workshop.

Do not perform any alterations on the

belts, their anchorages, the automatic

retractors or the belt buckles.

Make sure that belts are not damaged or

trapped by sharp-edged objects.

9 Wa rning

Always wear your seat belt, and that

means also in urban traffic and when you

are a rear sea t passenger. It can save

your life!

Also, pregnant women must always wear

a seat belt – see page 62.

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Picture no: 14719s.tif

Belt tensioners

The front seat belt systems are equipped

with belt tensioners. In the event of a head-

on or rear-end collision of a certain

severity, the belt buckles are pulled down,

thus tightening the belts.

Actua tion of belt t ensioners

Indicated by illum ination of control

indicator v, see next colum n.

If the belt tensioners are triggered, they

must be replaced by a workshop.

Picture no: 17885s.tif

Control i nd icator v for belt tensioners

The function of the belt tensioners and

airbag systems is monitored electronically

and indicated by the control indicator v.

When the ignition is turned on, the control

indica tor illum inates for approx. 4 seconds.

If it does not illuminate, or if it does not go

out after 4 seconds, or if it illuminates while

driving, there is a fault in the belt tensioner

or airbag systems, see page 72. The

systems might not trigger in the event of an

accident.

Deployment of the belt tensioners is

indica ted by continuous illumination of v.

Self-diagnosis integrated into the system

allows rapid fault identification.

9 Warning

Eliminate the cause of the fault

immediately by a workshop.

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Im portant

z Do not fit accessories not specifically

released for your vehicle type or store

ob jects in the belt tensioner operating

area (in the area of the be lt tensioners)

due to the risk of injury in the event the

belt tensioners are triggered.

z Do not m ake any modifications to the

com ponents of the belt tensioners, as

this will render the vehicle unroadworthy.

z The belt tensioner and airbag system

control electronics can be found in the

centre console area. In order to avoid

malfunctions, do not store magnetic

objects in this area.

z When using the rear seats, ensure that

the front seat belt components are not

damaged by shoes or other objects.

Avoid dirt getting into the belt retractors.

z We recommend that you have the front

se ats remove d by a w orkshop in the

event of actuation of the belt tensioners.

z The belt tensioners trigger once only,

ind icated by the illumination of control

ind icator v. Have a workshop replace

triggered belt tensioners.

z Whe n disposing of the vehicle, the sa fety

instructions given for this must be

observed . Ta ke the vehicle to a recycling

company for disposal.

9 Wa rning

Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or fitting

of seat belts or belt buckles) can trigger

the belt tensioners; risk of injury.

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Using the belts

Fitting seat belts

Pull the belt out of the retractor and guide

it across the body, making certain that it is

not twisted.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle. The

front seat backrest must not be tilted back

too far or the seat belt will not op erate

properly. The recommended angle of

inclina tion is 25°.

Make sure that the lap belt is not twisted

and that it fits snugly across the body.

Tension the belt frequently while driving by

tugging the diagonal part of the belt.

Picture no: 14121s.tif

Bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting

properly. The belt must not rest against

ha rd or fragile objects in the pockets of

your clothing (e.g. ballpoint pens, keys,

spectacles) because these could cause

injury. Do not place any objects (e.g.

ha ndbags, mobile phones) between the

belt and your body.

Picture no: 14122s.tif

Height adjustment

For height adjustment of the upper guiding

point of the front seat belts:

1. Pull belt out slig htly.

2. Push button on sliding adjuster.

3. Set desired height.

4. Allow sliding adjuster to audibly latch.

Do not adjust height while driving.

9 Warning

O n pregna nt wo me n in particular, the lap

belt must be positioned as low as

possible across the pelvis so as not to put

too much pressure on the abdomen.

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Picture no: 13982s.tif

Adjust height such that the belt p asses

over the wearer’s shoulder and rests

against the shoulder. It must not pass over

the neck or upper arm.

Picture no: 14123s.tif

Removing the belt

To remove the belt, depress the red

pushbutton on the buckle; the belt will

retract automatically.

Picture no: 14124S.tif

Three- point seat belt on c entre rear seat

Pull latch plates out of belt retainer in roof.

Click bottom latch plate into right-hand

buckle (1) on centre seat. Remove top latch

plate from reta iner, guide over shoulder

and lap area with belt (d o not twist) and

click into left buckle (2) on centre seat.

If using the centre seat, both outboard

seats must be pushed backwards and the

backrests must be flush with the centre

seat backrest, see p age 51.

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Picture no: 14739S.tif

To remove the b elt, press the button on the

left sid e of the buck le (2). If the central seat

is to be lowered, press the button on the

right side of the buckle (1). The belt retracts

automatically.

Push the upper latch plate into the holder

for the lower latch plate. Fold over locked

together latch plates ag ainst the belt.

Picture no: 14740S.tif

Insert in the belt retainer in the roof with the

low er latch plate pointing forwards.

Mounting brackets 3 for ISO-FIX

child restraint systems

The brackets located between the backrest

and seat cushion are used for mounting

ISO-FIX child restraint systems.

Please follow the instructions

accompanying the ISO-FIX child restraint

system.

O nly ISO -FIX child res traint syste ms

approved for the vehicle may be used.

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Child restraint systems 3

When using a child restraint system, follow

the instructions for installation and use.

The country in which you are travelling

may not permit the use of child restraint

systems on certain seats. Always comply

with the local or national regulations.

Selecting the right system

Your child should travel facing backwards

in the vehicle for as long as possible.

A child has a very weak cervical sp inal

column and in the event of an accident is

less likely to suffer injury in a rearward-

facing, semi-lying position than if seated

upright.

9 Wa rning

Never carry child restraint systems on

your lap, risk of fatal injury.

Permissible options for fitting a child safety seat

For reason s of safety, we recomm end that the ch ild safety seat be installed on

one of the outer rear seats.

Weight

and

age class

We recommend the use of each system until the child reaches the upper weight limit.

front

passenger’s seat

outboard rear seats

centre rear seat

up to 10 kg

or approx.

10 months

0+ :

up to 13 kg

or approx.

2 years

, + U, + U, + +

9 t o 18 kg

or approx.

8 months to

4years

, + U, + U, + +

II:

15 to 2 5 kg

or approx.

3 to 7 y ears

III :

22 to 3 6 kg

or approx.

6 to 12 ye ars

X U U, ++

66 Seats, Interior

Not e

z Children under 12 years or under 150 cm

tall should only travel in an ap propriate

child sa fety seat.

z When transporting children, use the child

restraint systems suitable for the child’s

weight.

z Check that the child restraint systems

have been correctly installed – see

instructions provided with child restraint

sy ste m.

z The covers of the Vauxhall child restraint

sy ste m can b e wipe d cle an.

z Do not stick anything on the child

restraint systems and do not cover them

with any other materials.

z Only allow child ren to enter and exit at

the side facing away from the traffic.

z A child restraint system which has been

subjected to stress in an accident must

be replaced.

z Secure or remove child restraint systems

carried in the vehicle when not in use.

= Conditional, without front

passenger’s airbags or with seat

occupancy recognition and

Vauxhall child restraint systems with

transponders.

The front passenger’s seat m ust

also have a height adjusting facility:

Move to highest position, slide front

passenger’s seat all the way back

and move front passeng er’s seat

belt anc horage point to lowest

possible position.

= Conditional, without side airbag

with front pa ssenger’s seat slid all

the way back, or with seat

occupancy recognition and

Vauxhall child restraint systems with

transponders.

The front passenger’s seat m ust

also have a height adjusting facility:

Move to highest position and slide

front pa ssenger’s seat all the way

back so that the seat belt runs

towards the front from the

anchorage point.

U = For universal use in combination

with three-point seat belt.

+ = Vehicle seat available with ISO-FIX

fixings. When using ISO-FIX, only

ISO-FIX child restraint systems

approved for the vehicle may be

used.

++ = Only if both outboard rear seats are

pushed back and are flush with the

centre seat.

X = N o child re straint sy ste m pe rmitted.

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Picture no: 16424s.tif

Airbag system

Front airb ag

The front airbag system is identified by the

word AIRBAG on the stee ring wheel and

above the glove com partment 3.

The front airbag system comprises:

z An airbag with inflator in the steering

wheel and a second behind the trim

panel above the glove compartment,

z The control electronics with impact

se nsor,

z Control indicator for airbag systems v in

the in strume nt clus ter,

Picture no: 14317s.tif

z Seat occupancy recognition 3,

z The control indicator for Vauxhall child

restraint systems with transponders y 3

in the courtesy light.

The front airbag system will be trigg ered:

z Depending on the severity of the

accident,

z Depending on the type of impact,

z Within the range shown in the

illustration,

z Independently of the side airbag

system 3 and curtain airbag system 3.

Exception:

Front passenger’s seat with seat

occupancy recognition system 3.

The seat occupancy recognition system

deactivates the front and side airbags on

the passenger’s side if the front

passenger’s seat is unoccupied, or a

Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders 3 has been fitted to the front

passenger’s seat.

Seat occupancy recognition – see page 73.

Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders 3 – see page 74.

Examples of events triggering the front

airbag system:

z Impact against a non-yielding obstacle:

The front airbags are triggered at low

vehicle speeds.

z Impact against a yielding obsta cle (such

as another vehicle):

The front airbags are only trig gered at

hig her ve hicle s pee ds .

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Picture no: 14125s.tif

When triggered, the front airbags inflate in

milliseconds to form a safety cushion for

the driv er and front passenger. The

forward movement of the front seat

occupants is checked, thereby

substantially reducing the risk of injury to

the upp er body and head.

No im pairment of view will occur, because

the airbags inflate and deflate so quickly.

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The front airbag system will not be

triggered in the event of:

z The ignition being switched off,

z Minor frontal collisions,

z Accidents in which the vehicle overturns,

z Collisions involving a side or rear-impact,

that is to say, if it w ould not be of benefit to

the occupants.

9 Warning

The front airbag system provides

optimum protection when the seat,

backrest and head restraint are correctly

adjusted: Adjust the driver’s seat

according to the occupant’s height such

that with the driver sitting upright the

steering wheel is held in the area of its

upper sp ok es with the d riv er’s arms

slightly bent.

The front passenger’s seat should be as

far back as possible, with the backrest

upright (see pages 3, 44). Do not place

your head, body, hands or feet on the

covers of the airbag systems.

Do not place any objects in the area in

which the airbags inflate. Important

information – see page 75.

9 Warning

The three-point seat belt must be

correctly fitted – see page 62.

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In addition, the front airbag system will not

be triggered for the front passenger in

model variants with seat occupancy

re cognitio n 3 if:

z The front passenger’s seat is

unoccupied,

z There is a properly fitted Vauxhall child

restraint system with transpond ers 3.

Seat occupancy recognition – see page 73.

Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders 3 – see page 74.

Picture no: 14741s.tif

Si de airba g 3

The side airbag syste m is identified by the

word AIRBAG on the outboard sides of the

front se at back rests.

The side airbag sy ste m compris es:

z An airbag w ith inflator in the back of the

driver’s and front passenger’s seat

respectively,

z The control electronics,

z The side-impact sensors,

z Control indicator for airbag systems v in

instrument cluster,

z Seat occupancy recognition 3,

z The control indicator for Vauxhall child

res tra int sy ste ms with transp onde rs y 3

in the courtesy light.

9 Wa rning

Seat belts must therefore always be worn.

The front airbag system serves to

supplement the three-point seat belts.

If you do not wear your seat belt, you risk

being seriously injured, or even thrown

from the vehic le, in the event of an

accident.

In the event of an accident, the belt helps

to keep you in the correct seating

position, so tha t the front airbag system

can provide you with effective protection.

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Picture no: 14318s.tif

The side airbag system will be triggered:

z Depending on the severity of the

accident,

z Depending on the type of impact,

z Within the range shown in the

illustration, from the centre d oor pillar on

the driver’s or front passenger’s side,

z Independently of the front airbag

system .

Exce ption:

Front passenger’s seat with seat occupancy

re cogn itio n s yste m 3. The seat occupancy

recognition system deactivates the

passenger’s front and side airbags if the

front passenger’s seat is unoccupied, or a

Vauxhall child restraint system w ith

tran s po nd e rs 3 has been fitted to the front

passenger’s seat.

Seat occupancy recognition – see page 73.

Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders 3 – see page 74.

Picture no: 14742s.tif

When deployed, the side airbag inflates

within milliseconds to form a safety cushion

for the driv er or front passenger in the

respective front door area. This

substantially reduces the risk of injury to

the upper bod y and pelvis in the event of a

side-on collision.

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The sid e airbags w ill not be trigg ered in the

event of:

z The ignition b eing switched off,

z Frontal collisions,

z Accidents in which the vehicle overturns,

z Collisions involving a rear-impact,

z Collisions involving a side-impact outside

the passenger cell.

In addition, the side airbag system will not

be triggered for the front passenger in

model variants with seat occupancy

recognition 3 if:

z The front p assenge r’s seat is

unoccupied,

z There is a properly fitted Vauxhall child

restraint system with transponders 3.

Seat occupancy recognition – see page 73.

Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders 3 – see page 74.

Picture no: 14129s.tif

Curtain airbag 3

The curtain airbag system is identified by

the word AIRBAG on the roof pillar trim.

The curtain airbag system comprises:

z An airbag with inflator in the roof frame

on the driver’ s and front passenger’s side

respectively,

z The control e lectronics,

z The side -impact sens ors,

z Control indicator for airbag systems v in

the instrument cluster.

Picture no: 14318s.tif

The curtain airbag system will be triggered:

z Depending on the severity of the

accident,

z Depending on the type of impact,

z Within the range shown in the

illustration, from the centre door pillar on

the drive r’s or front pa ssenge r’s side ,

z Tog ether with the side airbag system,

z Irrespective of seat occupancy

recognition,

z Independently of the front airbag

sy ste m.

9 Wa rning

The re m ust be no objects in the area in

which the airbag inflates or in the area

between the seat backs and the vehicle

body. Do not place the hands or arms on

the covers of the airbag systems.

Important information – see page 75.

The three-point seat belt must always be

correctly fitted – see page 62.

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Picture no: 14127s.tif

When the curtain airbag is triggered, it

inflates within milliseconds and provides a

safety barrier in the head area on the

respective side of the vehicle. This reduces

the risk of injury to the head c onsiderab ly in

case of a sid e-impact.

The curtain airbags will not be triggered in

the event of:

z The ignition being switched off,

z Frontal c ollisions,

z Accidents in which the vehicle overturns,

z Collisions involving a rear-impact,

z Collisions involving a side-imp act outside

the passenger cell.

Picture no: 17885s.tif

C ontrol indic ator v for ai rbag system s

The function of the airbag systems is

monitored electronically together with the

seat occupancy recognition 3 and the belt

tensioners, and indicated by the control

indicator v.

When the ignition is switched on, the

control indicator illum inates for approx.

4 seconds. If it does not illuminate, does

not go out after 4 seconds or illuminates

while driving, there is a fault in the a irbag

systems, seat occupancy recognition 3 or

in belt tensioners. See also page 60. The

systems may fail to trigger in the event of

an accident.

Deployed airbags are indicated by

continuous illumination of v.

9 Warning

There must be no objects in the area in

which the airb ag inflates or in the area

between the seat backrests and the

vehicle body.

Do not place the hands or arms on the

covers of the airbag systems.

Important information – see page 75.

The three-point seat belt must alw ays be

correctly fitted – see page 62.

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Self-diagnosis integrated into the system

allows rapid fault identification.

Seat oc cupancy recognition 3

The seat occupancy recognition system

deactivates the front and side front

passenger’s airbags if the front

passenger’s seat is unoccupied or a

Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders 3 has been fitted to the front

passenger’s sea t. The curtain airbag

system 3 remains activated.

The control indicator for seat occupancy

recognition y is located in the front

courtesy light. If control indicator y

illuminates for approx. 4 seconds after the

ignition is switched on, the vehicle is

equipped with seat occupancy recognition

– see page 74, Fig. 12135 S.

If a Vauxhall child restraint system

with transponders 3 is fitted, control

indicator y illuminates perm anently after

the ignition is switched on, as soon as the

system has detected the child restraint

system. Only then may the child restraint

system with transponders 3 be used on the

front passenger’s seat.

Picture no: 15844t.tif

Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition

can be identified by the sticker on the front

passenger’s seat or on the side of the

instrument panel.

Vauxhall child restraint systems w ith

transponders 3 are automatically

detected if correctly fitted to the front

passenger’s seat. When these child

restraint systems are being used on the

front passenger’s seat, the front and side

airbag systems for the front passenger’s

seat are deactivated. The curtain airbag

sy ste m rem ains ac tiv ated.

Pay attention to the control indicator y

for seat occupancy recognition 3 –

see page 74.

Vauxhall child restraint systems with

transponders 3 can be identified by a

sticker or badge.

9 Wa rning

Have the cause of the fault eliminated

im med ia t el y by a wo rk sh o p .

9 Warning

Only Vauxhall child restraint systems with

transponders 3 can be fitted on the front

pas seng er’s seat. Us e of sy ste ms w ithout

transponders poses a risk of fatal injury.

74 Seats, Interior

Cont rol indica tor y for Vauxha ll child

restraint systems with transponders 3

The p resence of a Vauxhall child restraint

system with transponders is ind icated after

the ignition has been switched on, by

permanent illumination of the control

indicator y in the front courtesy light, as

soon as the seat occupancy recognition

system has detected the child restraint

system.

Picture no: 12097s.tif

If control indicator y does not illuminate

while driving, the front and side airbags for

the front passenger’s seat have not been

deactivated and there is a risk of fata l

injury to the child. In this case, only fit child

restraint systems to the outer rear seats.

Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a

workshop.

If the child restraint system is not correctly

installed or the transponders a re defective,

the control indicator will fla sh. Check for

correct child restraint system installation.

For installation of child restraint system

with transponders 3 – see instructions

provided with child restraint system.

If control indicator y flashe s when the

child restraint system with transponders is

correctly fitted, there is a fault, with risk of

fatal injury to the child. In this case, only fit

child restraint systems to the outer rear

seats. Have the cause of the fault

elimina ted by a workshop.

If no Vauxhall child restraint system

with transponders is fitted, the control

indicator must not illum inate or flash,

as the front passenger’s airbag systems

would not deploy in the event of a collision.

Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a

workshop.

75Seats, Interior

Imp or tant

z Due to risk of injury when the airbags

deploy, accessories and objects should

not be placed within the expansion

range of the airbag systems.

z Do not place any objects between the

airbag systems and the vehicle

occupants; risk of injury.

z Use the hooks in the roof frame only to

hang up light articles of clothing or coat

hangers. Do not place any objects in the

pocke ts of the hanging item s – risk of

injury.

z The airbag systems and belt tensioner

control electronics can be found in the

centre console area. In order to avoid

malfunctions, do not store magnetic

objects in this area.

z Do not stick anything on the steering

wheel, instrument panel, front seat

backrests or roof frame, in the vicinity of

the airbags, or on the front p assenger’s

seat cushion, or cover any of those areas

with other materials.

z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to

clean the steering wheel, instrument

panel, front seat backrests, roof fra me

and seat cushion of the front

passeng er’s seat. Do not use any

aggressive cleaning agents.

z Only protective covers which are

approved for your vehicle with side

airbag may be fitted on the front seats.

When fitting the protective covers, make

sure that the airbag units on the

outboard sides of the front seat

backrests are not covered.

z The airbag systems are triggered

ind ependently of each other depending

on the severity of the accident and the

type of imp act. The side airbag syste m 3

and the curtain airbag system 3 are

triggered together. See seat occupancy

recognition 3 on page 73 for exceptions.

z Each airbag deploys once only. Have a

workshop replace deployed airbags

immediately.

9 Wa rning

If a Vauxhall child restraint system with

transponders has been fitted according

to the instru ctions, th e cont rol indica tor

for Vauxhall child restraint systems with

tran s po n ders y must illuminate in the

front courtesy light when the ignition is

switched on.

If the control indicator does not illuminate

while driving, the front passenger’s

airbag systems have not been

deactivated and there is a risk of fatal

injury. In this case, fit child restraint

system s to the outer rear seats only. Have

the cause of the fault eliminated by a

workshop.

9 Warning

Never carry child restraint systems or

other objects on your lap - risk of fatal

injury.

76 Seats, Interior

z The speeds, directions of movement and

deformation properties of the vehicles,

and the properties of the obstacle

concerned, determine the severity of the

accident and trig gering of the airbags.

The degree of damag e to y our v ehicle

and the resulting repair costs alone are

not indicative that the criteria for

triggering of the airbags were met.

z Do not perform any alterations on the

com ponents of the airbag system, as this

would render the vehicle unroadworthy.

z We recom mend hav ing the steering

wheel, the instrument p anel, all panelling

parts, the door seals, the handles and

the seats removed by a workshop.

z When disposing of the vehicle, the safety

instructions given for this must be

observed. Take the vehicle to a recycling

company for disp osal.

z Persons weighing less than 35 kg should

only travel on the rear seats. This does

not apply to children who are travelling

in child restraint systems with

transponders 3.

z In vehicles with seat occupancy

recognition 3, do not place any heavy

objects on the front passenger’s seat

otherwise the airbag systems for the

front passenger’s seat may be triggered

in the eve nt of an accident.

z In vehicles with seat occupancy

recognition 3, to prevent malfunctions

do not use protective c ov ers or extra seat

cushions on the front passenger’s seat.

z When using a Vauxhall c hild restraint

sy ste m with transponders 3 on the front

passeng er’s seat, in order to prevent

malfunctions, no objects (e.g. plastic

sheet, stickers or heated mats) may be

placed under the child restraint system.

9 Wa rning

The systems can be triggered abruptly

and cause injury if they are handled

im pro p er ly.

9 Warning

Child restraint systems as well as other

objects must never be carried on the lap

of pass enge rs; risk of fatal injury . If

carried in this way, child restraint systems

with transponders 3 in vehicles with seat

occupancy recognition 3 could lead to

front passenger’s airbag systems not

being triggered in the event of an

accident.

77Seats, Interior

Use of child restraint systems 3 on the

front passenger’s seat in vehicles with

airbag system s 3, but w ithout seat

occupa ncy recog nition 3

Picture no: 11704a.tif

Vehicles with front passeng er’s airbag can

be recognised by the word AIRBAG above

the glove compartment and by the sticker

on the instrument panel on the passenger’s

side - see illustration above.

Picture no: 14791s.tif

A vehicle with side airbags can b e

identified by the word AIRBAG on the

outboard sides of the front seat backrests.

Seat occupancy recognition 3 –

see page 73.

9 Wa rning

Vehicles with front passenger’s airbag

without side airbag 3: Child restraint

system s fac ing the re ar of the ve hicle

must not be installed on the front

passenger’s seat, risk of fatal injury.

Child restraint systems facing the

direction of travel (child restraint systems

for weight classes I, II a nd III, see p age 65)

may be installed on the front passenger’s

seat if the seat has been pushed back as

far as it will g o and the backrest has been

adjusted suc h that the lap belt fits snugly.

9 Warning

Vehicles with side airbag 3:

No child restraint system 3 may be

fitted on the front passenger’s seat;

risk of fatal injury.

78 Seats, Interior

Picture no: 15844t.tif

Use of child restraint systems 3 on front

passenger’s seat in vehicles with airbag

systems 3 a nd wit h seat occupancy

recognition 3

Vehicles with seat occup ancy recognition

are identified by a sticke r on the lower

panel of the front passenger’s seat –

see illustration above.

Picture no: 12097s.tif

Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition

can also be recognised by control

indica tor y in the front courtesy light.

If control indicator y illuminates for

approx. 4 seconds after the ignition is

switche d on, the vehicle is equippe d with

seat occupancy recognition - see page 73.

The seat occupancy recognition system

detects Vauxhall child restraint systems

with transponders 3 and switches off the

front and side airbag systems for the front

passenger’s seat. The curtain airba g

system remains activated.

Seat occupancy recognition – see page 73.

Vauxhall child restraint systems with

transponders 3 can be identified by a

sticker or badge.

9 Wa rning

Only Vauxhall child restraint systems with

tran s po n ders 3 can be fitted on the front

passenger’s seats. Use of systems

without transponders poses a risk of fatal

in j u ry.

79Seats, Interior

Picture no: 14111s.tif

Cigarette lighter 3

The cigarette lighter is behind the ashtray

cover.

The cover opens when pressed at the

centre point. See Fig. 14354 S on page 80.

Press in cigarette lighter with the ignition

switched on. Switches off autom atically

when elem ent is glowing. Withdraw

cigarette lighter.

Picture no: 16111s.tif

Accessory soc kets 3

An accessory socket is located behind the

ashtray cover. Additional accessory

socke ts 3 can be found in the centre

console in front of the backrests and in the

lugg age compartment.

Ac cessory sockets can be used to connect

electrica l accessories.

Ac cessory socke ts are operable when the

ignition is switched on. Use of the sockets

while the engine is not running w ill drain

the battery.

Do not damage the socket by using

unsuitable plugs.

The maximum power consumption of

electrical ac cessories must not exceed

120 watts.

Do not connect any current-delivering

accessories, e.g. electrical charging

devices or batteries.

Electrical accessories connected to the

socket must comply with the

electromagnetic compatibility

requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839,

otherwise vehicle malfunctions may occur.

If the tyre repair kit is 3 is in operation, no

consumers may be connected to the

auxiliary socket.

80 Seats, Interior

Picture no: 14111s.tif

Ashtrays

To be used only for ash and not for

combustible rubbish.

Ashtray, front

The cover opens when pressed at the point

indicated.

Picture no: 16110s.tif

To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray

insert a t the points illustrated and pull

up wards.

Picture no: 14114s.tif

Rear ashtray 3

In the rear centre console.

To open, pull ashtray towards the rear of

the vehicle.

To empty, open the ashtray, press the

spring (see arrow in illustration) and pull

out the ashtray.

9 Wa rning

Failure to observe these descriptions can

lead to injuries which may be fatal.

Vehicle passengers must be informed

accordingly.

81Seats, Interior

Picture no: 17884s.tif

Ashtray 3

For universal use in vehicle interiors, e.g. in

the front or rear of the centre console or in

foldaway tables 3 (see next page).

Open cover to use.

Picture no: 11699s.tif

Stowage compartments

Stowage compartment beneath front

passenger’s seat 3

Lift tray by grasping recessed edge and

pull forwards. Maximum load: 1 kg.

To close the tray, push it in and lock it in

place.

Picture no: 14115s.tif

Glov e c ompar tment

To open, pull handle upwards.

On the inside of the glove compartment

cover there is a pen holder.

The glove com partment should be closed

while driving.

Cooled glove compartment 3 –

see page 119.

82 Seats, Interior

Picture no: 11701s.tif

Stow age com partm ent for glasses 3

Located on d river’s side. Fold down to

open.

Do not store heavy objects in the stowage

compartment.

Picture no: 16384s.tif

Stowage compartments in rear footwell 3

To open, unclip cover at recess and lift up.

Foldaway tables 3

Located on the front seat backrests.

Open by pulling upwards until it engages.

Fold away by pressing dow n past the

resistance point.

Do not place any heavy objects on the

foldaway tables.

83Seats, Interior

Picture no: 14116s.tif

Coin holder

Located in the centre console.

Sunvisors

Use the sunvisor to protect from glare, by

pulling it down and/or swivelling it to the

side .

While driving, the mirrors in the sunvisors

should be covered.

84 Instruments, Controls

Instruments,

Controls

Control indicators ...................... ......... . 84

Instrument display ............ ................... 89

Information display . .............. .............. 92

Warning buzzers........................ .......... 103

Windscreen wiper ...................... .......... 103

Windscreen wash system and

headlight wash system 3 ................. 104

Rear window wash and wiper system 104

Picture no: 17876s.tif

Control indicators

The control indicators described here are

not present in all vehicles. The descriptions

however, apply to all instrument versions.

The control indicator colours mean:

Picture no:

Seat belt wa rning devic e 3

Control indicator illuminates in red.

Illuminates after turning on the ignition

(with warning tone) until the seat belt is

applied. Apply seat belt, see page 62.

Ad aptive Forwa rd Lighting (AF L ) 3

Control indicator illuminates in yellow .

If it is illuminated:

Fault in syste m.

Contact a workshop for help.

AFL 3 – see page 109.

z Red

Danger, important remind er,

z Yellow

Warning, note, fault,

z Green

On confirmation,

z Blue

On confirmation.

85In struments, Controls

Picture no: 18385s.tif

Front fog lig hts 3

Control indicator illuminates in green.

It is illuminated when the front fog lights

are on – see page 106.

Engine electronics,

tra nsm ission electronic s, immob iliser,

diesel fuel filter 3, Easytronic 3, fault

Control indicator illuminates or flashes in

yellow.

It illuminates for a few seconds when the

ignition is switched on.

Picture no:

Illuminates when the engine is running:

Fault in engine or gearbox electronic

sy ste m. E lectronics hav e switched to

emergency running programme. Fuel

consumption may be increased and the

vehicle’s driveability reduced, see

page 147. Contact a workshop

immediately.

For vehicles with a diesel engine, the diesel

fuel filter may need to be drained of water,

see page 230.

If it flashes when the ignition is on:

Fault in the electronic immobiliser system;

the engine cannot be started –

see page 27.

Exhaust emission

Control indicator illuminates or flashes in

yellow.

It illuminates when the ignition is switched

on and goes out shortly after the engine

starts.

If it illuminates when the engine is running:

Fault in emission control system. The

permitted emissions may be exceeded.

Contact a workshop immediately.

If it flashes when the engine is running:

Fault which could lead to damage to the

catalytic converter, see page 147. Contact

a workshop immediately.

Airb ag system s 3,

b elt tensioners

Control indicator illuminates in red.

If it illuminates when the engine is running:

Fault in the airbag or belt tensioner

systems, see pages 60, 72.

86 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 17876s.tif

Engine oil pressure

Control indicator illuminates in red.

It illuminates when the ignition is switched

on and goes out shortly after the engine

starts.

If it illuminates when the engine is running:

Engine lubrication ma y b e interrupted. This

may result in d amage to the engine a nd /or

locking of the drive wheels:

1. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly

as possible, without impeding other

vehicles.

2. Depress clutch.

Picture no:

3. Move gearshift lever to neutra l, or with

Easytronic3, place selector lever in N.

4. Switch off ignition.

Check oil level before contacting a

workshop.

9 Warning

When the engine is off, consid erably

more force is needed to brak e and steer.

Do no t rem ov e ke y until ve hicle has come

to a standstill, otherwise the steering

column loc k could engage unexpectedly.

Turn signal lights

Control indicator flashes green.

The corresponding control indicator

flashes on the side selected.

Both control indicators flash with the

hazard warning lights on.

Rapid flashing:

Failure of a turn signal bulb or

associated fuse.

Change bulbs, see page 190.

Fuses, see page 188.

Headl ight main beam

Control indicator illuminates in blue.

It is illuminated when main beam is on and

during headlight flash – see pages 9, 105.

87In struments, Controls

Picture no: 18385s.tif

Easytronic 3, start engi ne

Control indicator illuminates in yellow.

It illuminates if the footbrake is not applied

when starting the engine. The indicator

goes off as soon as the footbrake is

applied. The engine can only be started

with the footbrake applied, see page 133.

Easytronic winter programme 3

Control indicator is illuminated when winter

programme is enab led.

Further information – see page 135.

Picture no:

Cruise control 3

Control indicator illuminates in green.

It is illuminated when the system is on – see

page 151.

Fog t ail light

Control indicator illuminates in yellow.

It is illuminated when the fog tail light is on

– see page 107.

Alternator

Control indicator illuminates in red.

It illuminates when the ignition is switched

on and goes out shortly after the engine

starts .

If it illuminates when the engine is running:

Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not

charging. Check drive belt condition and

tensioning before contacting a workshop.

Brake system,

clut ch system 3

Control indicator illuminates or flashes in

red.

It illuminates after the ignition is turned on,

when the handbrake is applied or if the

brake or clutch fluid level is too low. For

further information, see pages 156, 232.

On vehicles with Easytronic 3, control

indicator R flas h es for a few se cond s after

the ignition is switched off, if the

handbrake has not been applied.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Control indicator illuminates in red.

If it illuminates while driving:

Fault in ABS, see page 156.

9 Warning

Illum ina te s when th e ha nd brake is

applied. Stop driving immediately.

Contact a workshop imm ediately.

88 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 17876s.tif

Eng ine oi l level 3

Control indicator illuminates in yellow.

In vehicles with engine oil level check, the

oil level is checked automatically .

If it illuminates when the engine is running:

Engine oil level too low. Check engine oil

level and top up engine oil if necessary, see

page 228.

EPS

E lec tric P owe r St ee ring

Control indicator illuminates in yellow.

Fault in Electric Power Steering. Vehicle can

still b e driven, but greater force is required

for steering. Contact a workshop

immediately.

Picture no:

Electronic Stab ility Program me

(E SP ®

Pl us

) 3

Control indicator flashes or illuminates in

yellow.

If it flashes during driving:

System actively engaged, see page 149.

If it illuminates while driving:

Fault in Electronic Stability Program me,

see page 149.

Fuel level

Control indicator illuminates or flashes in

yellow.

If it illuminates:

Low fuel level, fuel gauge in reserve area.

EPS = Electric Power Steering.

If it flashes:

Fuel supply exhausted, refuel immediately.

Never let the tank run dry!

Erra tic fuel supply can c ause catalytic

converter to overheat, see page 145.

Diesel engines:

If the tank is run dry, bleed the fuel system

as described on page 170.

Preheating system for diesel engines 3,

d iesel par ticle filt er 3

Control indicator illuminates in yellow .

Prehe ating system active, switches on only

if outside temperature is low.

If it flashes (with diesel particle filter):

Diesel particle filter must be cleaned.

Continue driving, and as soon as road and

traffic conditions allow, increase speed to

over 25 mph (40 km/h) to start cleaning of

the diesel p artic le filter. The control

indicator goes out when cleaning is

complete. We recommend not turning off

the ignition during cleaning.

Further information – see page 148.

89In struments, Controls

Picture no: 12097s.tif

Seat oc cupancy recognition 3

see pages 67, 73.

Picture no: 17879s.tif

In strument displa y

In some versions, the pointers of the

tachometer, the speedometer, the coolant

temperature gauge and the fuel gauge

briefly go to the end stop as a functionality

check.

Tachometer

Indicates engine speed.

Warning zone: Maximum permissible

engine spe ed e xce ed ed; danger to e ngine.

Speedometer

Speed d isplay .

Picture no:

Mil ea ge / k ilometre di sp lay

If the ignition is off, the mileage is

displayed for approx. 15 seconds b y briefly

pressing the reset knob.

Top line:

Trip odometer

Display of miles / kilom etres covered since

last reset.

To reset, hold the reset knob depressed

for a few seconds when the ignition is

switched on.

Bottom line:

Odometer

Records the miles / kilometres driven.

Maintenance, Inspection system -

see pages 91, 226.

90 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 17906s.tif

Coola nt temperat ure display

For physical reasons, the engine

temperature gauge shows the coolant

temperature only if the coolant level is

adequate.

During operation, the system is

pressurised. The tem perature may

therefore rise briefly to ov er 100 ° C.

Picture no: 17907s.tif

Fuel gauge

Never run the tank dry!

Diesel engines: If the tank is run dry, bleed

the fue l sy ste m as de sc rib ed on pag e 17 0.

Because of the fuel remaining in the tank,

the amount of fuel required to fill the tank

may be less than the specified tank

capacity.

Pointer in zone at

left

= Engine operating

temperature not y et

reached.

Pointer between

the zones

= Normal operating

temperature.

Pointer in zone at

right

(warning zone)

= Temperature too

high :

Stop vehicle and

switch off engine.

Danger to engine.

Check coolant level,

see page 231.

Pointer in red

warning

zone or Y

illuminated

= Reserve level.

Pointer in red

warning

zone or Y

flashing

= Refuel imme diately –

see page 143.

91In struments, Controls

Picture no: 17901s.tif

Servi ce display 3

When the indicator in the display of the

odometer app ears, mak e a Service

appointment with a workshop as soon as

possible.

Maintenance, Inspection system -

see page 226.

Picture no: 17878s.tif

Tr an sm is si on dis play 3

Display of current gear or mode with

Easytronic 3.

Easytronic 3 - see page 132.

R Reverse gear.

N Neutral.

A Automatic mode of Easytronic.

1-5 Manual mode, current gear of

Easytronic.

92 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 17913s.tif

Information display

Triple Information Display 3

Display of time, outside temperature and

date / Infotainment system (when it is on).

When the ignition is off, the time, date and

outside temperature can be made to

appear for approx. 15 seconds by briefly

pressing one of the two buttons adjacent

to the display.

An F in the display indicates a fault.

Hav e the cause eliminated by a workshop.

Picture no: 16719t.tif

Graphica l Informa tion Display 3,

Colour Inform ation Displ ay 3

Display of time, outside temperature and

date / Infotainment system (when it is on).

The Graphical Information Display

presents the information in monochrome.

The Colour Information Display presents

the inform ation in c olour.

The information that is displayed depend s

on the Infotainment system configuration.

Some information app ears in the display in

an abbreviated form.

For Infotainment system, see Infotainment

system operating instructions.

An F in the display indicates a fault.

Have the cause eliminated by a workshop .

12:01 17,0°C

FM 3 90,6MHz

REG AS RDS TP

Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36

BC 1 All values

BC 2

257.0 miles

Timer

Ø40mph

7.0 ga l s

Ø 31.0 mpg

93In struments, Controls

Picture no: 17913s.tif

Outside temperature

A fall in temperature is indicated

immediately and a rise in temperature

after a time delay.

If the external temperature falls to 3 °C, to

warn of ice on the road the symbol :

appears in the Triple Informa tion Display.

When the temperature climbs, the

symbol : goes out above 5 °C.

Picture no: 16707t.tif

In vehicles with Graphical Information

Display 3 or Colour Information Display 3,

an icy road surface warning message

appears in the display.

No me ssage is disp la yed if the

temperature is less than -5 °C.

8:56 -5,5°C

07.04.2004

Slippery road

-2,5°C

9 Warning

Caution: The road surface may already

be icy , ev en though the display ind ic ates

a few degrees above 0 °C.

94 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 17914s.tif

Triple Information Display

Set d ate and ti me

With Infotainment system off,

press Ö and ; next to the display as

follows:

Correcting time:

Some RDS transmitters do not send a

correct time sig nal. If the incorrect time is

displayed on frequent occasions,

deactivate autom atic time synchronisation

– see next column, and set the time

manually.

The automatic setting is indicated by } in

the display.

Deactivating / activating automatic time

synchronisation: With Infotainment system

off, press Ö and ; n ext to the dis play:

Press Ö for approx. 2 seconds:

Day flashes

;:Set day

Ö:Month flashes

;:Set month

Ö:Year flashes

;:Set year

Ö:Hours flash

;:Set hours

Ö: Minutes flash

;: Set minutes

Ö:Clock is started.

8:56 5,5°C

07.04.2004

Hold down Ö for a pprox. 2 sec., cloc k

display is now in setting mode,

Press Ö twice (until year flashes).

Press Ö and hold down for approx.

3seconds until} flashe s in display 3

and text "RDS TIME" appears (years

flash during this time),

Press ;; display shows:

RDS TIME 0 = Off

Press ;; display shows:

RDS TIME 1 = On

Press Ö three times.

95In struments, Controls

Picture no: 16711t.tif

Graphical Information Display 3

or Colour Information Display 3,

selecting functions

Functions and their menus are shown in the

Graphical Information Display and Colour

Information Display.

These functions are highlighted or

executed in the m enu display v ia the

four-wa y b utton, the m ulti-func tion knob 3

on the Infotainment System or the remote

control buttons 3 on the steering wheel.

Picture no: 15593t.tif

To select w ith four-wa y button

Select menu items via menus and with the

buttons / four-way button of the

Infotainme nt sy ste m.

Picture no: 15559t.tif

Selecti on with the mul ti-function knob 3

Turn:

Highlighting of menu options or

commands, selection of function ranges.

Press:

Selection of highlighting, confirmation of

commands.

To exit a menu, turn the multi-function

knob left or right to Return or Main and

select.

FM AS [TP] REG C Din MP3

ᕃ

90.6

MHz

19,5° 19:36

96 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 14034s.tif

Selection using rem ot e c ontrol butt ons 3

on steering wheel

Select menu options via menus and with

the buttons.

Picture no: 16711t.tif

For each functional area, there is a main

page (Main), which is selected at the top

edge of the display (not with the

Infotainment system CD 30 without the

hands-free mobile phone system):

z Audio,

z Navigation 3,

z Telephone 3,

z Trip computer 3.

Function areas audio, navigation 3 and

telephone 3 – see Infotainme nt sy ste m

op erating instructions.

Picture no: 16712t.tif

System settings

The settings are accessed via the Setting s

menu.

Press the Main button 3 (not found on all

Infotainment systems) on the Infotainm ent

system (call up main display).

Press the Settings button on the

Infotainment system. For Infotainment

system CD 30, no menu may be selected.

The Settings m enu is displayed.

FM AS [TP] REG CDin MP3

ᕃ

90.6

MHz

19,5° 19:36

7 Settings 19,5° 19:36

Time, Date 19:36

Language

Units 10 . 07 . 2004

Contrast

Day / Night

6 Ign. logic

97In struments, Controls

Picture no: 16713t.tif

Setti ng the date and time 3

Select menu item Time, Date from the

Setti ng s menu.

The menu for Time, Date is displayed.

Select the menu items required.

Make the desired setting.

Correcting time:

Some RDS transmitters

do not send

correct time sig nals. If the incorrect time is

frequently displayed, deactivate

automatic time synchronisation and set the

time manually.

To correct tim e with the help of RDS, select

menu item Synchron. clock autom atica l.

from the Time, Da te menu.

The box in front of Synchron. clock

automat ical. will be ticked – see

Fig. 16713 T.

Picture no: 16714t.tif

Language selection

You can select the display language for

some functions.

Select menu item Language from the

Sett ings menu.

The available languages are displayed.

7 Time, Date 19,5° 19:36

Time 19:36

Date 10 . 07 . 2004

6 Synchron. clock automatical.

RDS = Rad io Dat a S ys te m.

7 Settings 19,5° 19:36

Time, Date

Language Deutsch

Units English

Contrast Español

Day / Night ...

6 Ign. logic

98 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 16715t.tif

Select the desired language.

Selections are indicated by a 6 in front of

the menu item .

In systems with voice output 3, w hen the

language setting of the d isplay is change d,

the system will ask whether the

announcement language should also be

changed – see Infotainment system

operating instructions.

Picture no: 16716t.tif

Setting units of measure

You can select which units of measure are

to be used.

Select menu item Units from the Settings

menu.

The available units are displayed.

Select the desired unit.

Selections are indicated by a o in front of

the menu item.

Picture no: 16717t.tif

Ad just ing con tra st 3

(Graphical Inform ation Displ ay)

Select menu item Cont rast from the

Sett ings menu.

The menu for Contr ast is displayed.

Confirm the required setting.

7 13 Languages 19,5° 19:36

X Deutsch

English

Español

Nederlands

Français

Italiano

7 Settings 19,5° 19:36

Time, Date

Language

~ Europe-SI

Units

| Japan

Contrast

| Great Britain

Day / Night

| USA

6 Ign. logic

7 Contrast 19,5° 19:36

99In struments, Controls

Setti ng displa y ill um inati on 3

The display can be adjusted to suit the

lighting conditions, black or coloured text

on a light background or white or coloured

text on a dark background.

Select menu item Day / Night from the

Setti ng s menu.

The options are displayed.

Autom atic:

Adapted based on vehicle lighting.

Alw ays da y design:

Black or coloured text on light background.

Alw ays night design:

White or coloured text on dark

background.

Selections are indicated by a o in front of

the menu item .

Ig ni tion logic 3

Se e Infotainme nt sy ste m ope ra ting

instructions.

Picture no: 16719t.tif

Graphical Information Display 3

or Colour Information Display 3,

trip computer 3

The trip computers provide information on

driving data, which is continually recorded

and evaluated electronically.

The on-board computer main page gives

information on range, instantaneous

consumption and average consumption 3.

To display the other trip computer driving

information, press BC button on

Infotainme nt sy ste m 3 or select trip

computer menu on display.

For vehicles with Infotainment

System CD 30 3 and steering wheel rem ote

control 3 , the left-hand steering wheel

buttons only operate the trip computer.

Picture no: 16710t.tif

Range

Range is calculated from current fuel tank

content and instantaneous consumption.

The display shows average values.

When the vehicle has been refuelle d, the

range is updated automatically after a

brief delay.

Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36

BC 1 All values

BC 2

257.0 miles

Timer

Ø40mph

7.0 ga l s

Ø 31.0 mpg

Ra ng e

257

miles

Inst. Consumpt.

mpg

Aver . Cons ump.

mpg

19,5° 19:36

100 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 16718t.tif

If less than 30 miles (50 km) can be driven

with the fuel remaining in the tank, the

warning "Range" appears on the display.

If less than 20 miles (30 km) can be driven

with the fuel remaining in the tank, the

warning "Please refuel!" 3 appears on the

display.

Acknowledge the menu item as described

on page 95.

Instantaneous consumption

Display changes depending on speed:

Distance travelled

Display of miles / kilometres travelled.

The measurement can be reset to zero at

any time and restarted, see next colum n.

Average speed

Calculation of average speed.

The measurement can be reset to zero at

any time and restarted, see next colum n.

Stoppages in the journey with the ignition

off are not included in the calculations.

Effective consumption

Display of fuel used.

The measurement can be reset to zero at

any time and restarted, see next colum n.

Average consumption

Calculation of average consumption.

The measurement can be reset to zero at

any time and restarted, see next colum n.

Picture no: 16719t.tif

Reset trip computer inform ation

The following trip computer information

can be reset (restart measurements):

z Distance travelled,

z Average speed,

z Effective consumption,

z Average consumption.

Select BC 1 or BC 2 from the trip computer

menu.

Display in gal/h below 8 mph

(13 km/h),

Display in mpg above 8 m ph

(13 km/h).

Range

23 miles

Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36

BC 1 All values

BC 2

257.0 miles

Timer

Ø40mph

7.0 ga l s

Ø 31.0 mpg

101In struments, Controls

Picture no: 16720t.tif

The information of both trip computers can

be re set separately and therefore p rov id es

a facility for evaluating information over

different time periods.

Select the desired trip computer

information.

The v alue for the selecte d function will b e

reset and recalculated.

Picture no: 16721t.tif

To reset all trip computer information,

select m enu item All v alues.

After resetting, "- - -" is displayed with the

trip computer information selected. The

recalculated values are displayed after a

brief delay.

Interruption of power supply

If the power supply has been interrupted or

if the battery voltage has dropped too low,

the values stored in the trip computer will

be lost.

Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36

All values

257.0 m iles

Ø40mph

7.0 gals

Ø 31.0 mpg

Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36

All values

257.0 m iles

Ø40mph

7.0 gals

Ø 31.0 mpg

102 Instruments, Controls

Picture no: 16722t.tif

Stop watch

Select menu item Timer from the Board

Com puter menu.

The Timer menu is displayed.

To start, select menu item St art.

To reset, select menu item Reset.

The stop watch information to be

displayed can be selected via menu

Opt ions 3:

Dr iving Ti me excl. S tops

Measurement of the time the vehicle is in

motion. Stationary time is not included.

Dr iving Ti me incl. S tops

Measurement of the time the vehicle is in

motion. The time the vehicle is stationary

with the key in the starter sw itch is

included.

Tr ave l T ime

Measurement of the time from manual

activation via Start to manual deactivation

via Reset.

Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36

BC 1

BC 2

00:00:00

Timer

Start

Reset

Options

103In struments, Controls

Warning buzzers

When starting the engine or while driving:

z if se at b e lt is n o t fas t en ed 3,

z if a specified maximum speed is

exce ed ed 3,

z for E asytro nic 3 - if A, M or R is selected

while the engine is running and the

driver’s door is opened b ut the footbrak e

is not applied.

When the vehicle is parked and the driver’s

door is opened:

z with the ke y in the ig nitio n ,

z with parking lights or dipped beam

switched on,

z if the turn signal stalk is engaged.

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Windscreen wiper

To activate, press stalk briefly up wards

Ad just able wi per interval

Setting wiper interval to a value between

2 and 15 seconds:

Sta lk to timed interval wipe position $,

stalk to § ,

wait for desired interval time,

push stalk back to timed interval wipe

position $.

The interval time selected remains stored

until it is next changed or until the ignition

is turned off.

After turning on the ignition and setting the

lever to timed interval wipe position $, the

interval is set to 7 seconds.

§ =Off

$ = Adjustable timed interval wipe

% =Slow

& =Fast

104 Instruments, Controls

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Windscreen wash system and

headlight wash system 3

To activate, pull stalk towards steering

wheel.

The wiper will swipe for a few strokes.

The headlight wash system 3 can be

operated when the lights are on.

Picture no: 14057h.tif

Rear wind ow wash and wiper

system

To activate, push stalk forwards.

The rear window wiper swipes in timed

interval mode.

To deactivate, pull stalk tow ards steering

wheel.

If the stalk is held forwards, the rear

window wash is engaged for the duration

of activation.

The wiper will swipe for a few strokes when

washing.

105Lighting

Lighting

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Exterior lights

Turn light switch:

In positions 8 and 9, the tail lights and

numb er plate lights are also on.

If the ignition is switched off with the

dipped bea m or main b eam on, the

parking lights illuminate 3.

Vehicles with daytime running lights 3:

With the ignition on and the light

switch on 7, dipped beam without

instrument illum ination is on.

The daytime running lights switch off when

the ignition is switched off.

Follow the regulations of the country in

which you are driving w hen using daytime

running lights and fog lights 3.

Driving ab road – see page 113.

Exterior lights .................... ......... .......... 105

Main beam, headlight flash . .............. 106

Turn signal lights ........................... ...... 106

Front fog lights > 3.............. .............. 106

Fog tail light r ...................... .............. 107

Haza rd warning lights......................... 107

Headlight range adjustment ? .... ...... 107

Adaptive Forw ard Lighting (AFL) 3 . 109

Door-to-door lighting function 3 ...... . 110

Activating the exterior lighting w ith

the remote control 3........... ............. . 110

Instrument illumination k,

Informa tion display illumination ...... 111

Courtesy lig ht ........... .............. .............. 111

Battery discharge protection 3.......... 113

Light covers. ............................... .......... 113

Headlights w hen driving abroad . ...... 113

7 =Off

8 = Parking lights

9 = Dip ped beam

or main bea m

106 Lighting

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Main beam, headlight flash

To switch from d ipped to main beam , push

stalk forwards.

To switch to dipped beam, push stalk

forwards again.

To activate the headlight flash, pull stalk

towards steering wheel. Main beam is

engaged for the duration of activation.

When the main beam or headlight flash is

activated, the blue control indicator C

lights.

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Turn signal lights

To activate, push stalk up or down.

If the stalk is moved past the resistance

point, the turn signal light remains on.

When the steering wheel moves back

towards the straight-ahead position, the

turn signal light is automatically

deactivated.

Brief flash: Push stalk to resistance point

and release.

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Front fog lights > 3

The front fog lights can only be switched on

when both the ignition and the headlights

are on.

Stalk up = Right turn signal light

Stalk down = Left turn signa l light

On = Press >, > illuminates in

instrument cluster.

Off = Press > again or switch off

ignition or headlights.

107Lighting

Fog tail light r

The fog tail light can only be switched

on when b oth the ignition and the

dipped beam / parking lights are on.

The fog tail light on the vehicle is

deactivated when towing a caravan /

trailer.

Re v ers in g lights

Illuminate when reverse gear is engaged

and the ignition is switched on.

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Hazard warning lights

To activate, press button ¨.

To deactivate, press button ¨ again.

To aid location of the pushbutton, the red

surface is illuminated when the ignition is

switched on. When the button is pressed,

its control indicator flashes in time with the

ha zard warning lights.

Picture no: 14757s.tif

Headlight range adjustment ?

Manual hea dlight range adjustment

With dipped beam switched on, adjust

headlight range in four steps to suit vehicle

load. Push to release knob and turn it

against resistance to the required position.

On = Press r, r illuminates in

instrument cluster.

Off = Press r again or switch off

ignition or dipped beam /

parking lights.

108 Lighting

Correct adjustment of the headlight range

reduces dazzle for other road users.

Automatic headlight range adjustment 3

On vehicles with Xenon headlights,

headlight range is adjusted automatically

based on vehicle load.

Front seats occupied = 0

All seats occupied = 1

All seats occupied and

luggage compartment

load = 2

Driver’s seat occupied

and luggage

compartment load = 3

109Lighting

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Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL) 3

AFL improves illumination of:

z Curves (curve lighting),

z Intersections and tight turns

(turn lighting).

Curv e lighting (1)

The light b eam pivots based on steering

wheel position and speed (from approx.

6 mph (10 km/h)).

The headlights shine at an angle of up

to 15° to the right or left of the direction of

travel.

Picture no:

Turn l ightin g (2 )

An additional light illuminates at certain

steering wheel positions (after

approx. 90°), turn signal settings and

speeds (up to approx. 25 mph (40 km/h)).

The light shines approx. 90° to the left or

right of the vehicle and approx. 30 metres

to the front.

Reverse function

Turning the headlights on, selecting

reverse gear and switching a turn signal

light on causes the turn lighting to be

switched on for the respective side.

When the turn signal is switched off, the

turn lighting continues to illuminate for

approx. 15 seconds.

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C ontrol indic ator B for adap tive driving

lig hts

Illuminated: Fault in system.

The syste m is not ready for operation.

Contact a workshop.

The steering angle sensor must be

calibrated after a power supply

interruption, in order to make the system

operational. See page 150.

If the control indicator B flashes for

approx. 4 seconds after the ignition is

switched on, this is a reminder that the

headlights have been set to symmetrical

dipped b eam; see "Headlights when

driving abroad" on pag e 113.

110 Lighting

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Door-to-door lighting function 3

The dipped beam illum inates for approx.

30 seconds after leaving the vehicle and

closing the driver’s door.

To activate:

1. Switch off ignition.

2. Remove ignition key.

3. Open driver’s door.

4. Pull turn sig nal stalk tow ards ste ering

wheel.

5. Close driver’s door.

If the driver’s door is left open, the lights will

go out after approx. two minutes.

The light goes out immediately if the

ignition key is inserted in the starter switch

or the turn signal stalk is moved a gain.

Picture no: 17920S.tif

Activating the exterior lighting

with the remote control 3

The welcome light function engages the

dipped b eam for a pprox. 30 seconds.

This feature must be activated (once):

Unlock the vehicle, put the ignition key in

the starter switch and press the light switch

for approx. 5 seconds - see Fig. 14136 S on

next page.

To deactivate the function, contact a

workshop.

111Lighting

To activate the welcome light function,

press button q on the remote control

twice, with the vehicle locked.

Country-specific version 3:

To enable the welcome light function, press

button q on the remote control once, with

the vehicle loc ked.

This feature is deactivated im mediately by

pressing button p on the remote control or

by switching on the ignition.

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Instrument illumination k,

Information display illumination

Illuminates when ignition is switched on.

Brightness can be adjusted when the

exterior lights are on:

Push to release kn ob k and then turn it

clockwise or anticlockwise and hold until

the desired brightness is obtained.

Display illum ination 3 – see page 99.

Picture no: 14136s.tif

Courtesy light

Autom atic interior light

Illuminates automatically when the vehicle

is unlocked with the remote control or when

a door is opened.

Goes off automatically after a delay when

the doors are closed or immediately when

the ignition is switched on or the doors are

locked.

Front courtesy l ight

Manual operation from inside, with doors

closed:

On = Press light switch 0

Off = Press light switch 0 again

112 Lighting

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Front reading l ights 3

Left and right reading lights are

individually operable. With ignition on:

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Courtesy lights,

rear reading lights 3

Ce ntre sw itc h position:

The rear courtesy light illuminates together

with the front courtesy lights when a door is

op ened.

The rear reading lights on the left and right

can be switched on separately.

With ignition on:

Entry l ighting 3

After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument

panel and switch lighting p lus the courtesy

lights illuminate for a few seconds.

Illuminated mirror i n the sunvisors 3

The lig hting switches on when the cove r is

opened.

Glov e c ompar tment lig ht ing

Illuminates when ignition is on and the

glove compartment lid is opened.

Cigarette lig hter

and ashtray illumi na tion 3

Illuminates when ignition is switched on.

Luggag e compart ment lighting

Illuminates when the luggage

compa rtm ent is opened.

Autom atica lly reg ul ated centre console

lig hting 3

Spotlight in housing of interior mirror.

Daylight-dependent, automatically

regulated centre console lighting with

ignition switched on.

On = Press button

Off = Press button again

On = Switch position I

Off = Switch position 0

113Lighting

Battery discharge protection 3

Some consumers, such as the interior

lighting switch them se lves off after ap prox.

30 minutes if the ignition is off, in order to

protect the battery charge.

Light covers

The inside of the light covers may briefly

mist up under unfavourable wet / cold

weather conditions, during heavy rain or

after the ve hic le has been washed. The

misting disa ppears of its own accord after

a short time, but can be accelerated by

switching on the lights.

Headlights when driving abroad

The asymmetrical dipped beam increases

the field of vision on the passenger’s side of

the lane.

This causes glare for oncom ing traffic if the

vehicle is driven in countries where traffic

drives on the opposite side of the road.

Do as follows to prevent glare:

Vehicle s wit h

Halogen headlig ht system or

Xenon headlight system 3

Have a workshop convert the headlights.

Vehicles with Adaptive Forward

Lighting (AFL) 3

1. Pull stalk for main beam towards

steering wheel and hold

(headlight flash).

2. Sw itch on ignition.

3. After approx. 3 seconds, an acoustic

signal sounds and the AFL control

indicator B flashes for approx.

4seconds.

After the change, AFL control indicator B

flashes for approx. 4 seconds each time the

ignition is switc hed on.

To return to asymmetrica l dipped beam,

pull the main beam stalk tow ards the

steering wheel again and hold, switch on

the ignition and wait for the acoustic

signal. AFL control indica tor B will then

discontinue flashing.

Control indica tor B – see page 109.

114 Infotainment System

Infotainment System

Radio reception 3

Vehicle radio reception differs from

domestic radio reception:

As the vehicle antenna is relatively near the

ground, the broadcasting companies

cannot guarantee the same quality of

reception as obtained with a dom estic

radio using an overhead antenna.

z Changes in distance from the

transmitter,

z multi-path reception due to reflection

and

z shadowing

may cause hissing, noise, distortion or loss

of reception altogether.

Infotainment system 3

The Infotainment system is operated as

described in the operating instructions.

Picture no: 14034s.tif

Remote control on steering

wheel 3

The functions of the Infotainment system 3

and the informa tion display can be

operated via the buttons on the steering

wheel.

Further information – see page 96 and the

relevant operating instructions.

Radio reception 3.... ............................ 114

Infotainment system 3 ........................ 114

Remote control on steering wheel 3.. 114

Twin Audio 3 ........... ............................ 115

AUX input 3 ............................... .......... 115

Electronic data acquisition in toll

sy ste ms 3.................... ....................... 115

Mobile telephones and radio

equipment 3.......... ............................ 116

115Infotainment System

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Twin Audio 3

Twin Audio provides rear seat occupa nts

with the opportunity to listen to a different

audio source than the one selected by the

driver on the Infotainment system.

Only an audio source that is not currently

active on the Infotainment system can be

controlled using Twin Audio.

Two headphone connections are availab le ,

with separate volume controls.

Further information is available in the

Infotainment system operating

instructions.

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AUX inpu t 3

The AUX input is next to the handbrake in

the centre console.

An externa l audio source, e.g. a portable

CD player, can be connected via the AUX

input.

Always keep the AUX input clean and dry.

Further inform ation is available in the

Infotainme nt sy ste m ope ra ting

instructions.

Picture no: 14033s.tif

Electronic data acquisition in toll

systems 3

In vehicles with a heat-reflecting

windscreen 3

, attach chipcard 3 for

electronic data acquisition and fee

payment in b lack area of windscreen on

left or right-hand side, behind the interior

mirror. See markings in illustration.

Attaching the chipcard outside this area

may cause data acquisition malfunctions.

Solar Reflect.

116 Infotainment System

Mobile telephones and radio

equipment 3

The Vauxhall installation instructions and

the operating guidelines provided by the

telephone manufa cturer must be observed

when fitting and operating a mob ile

telephone. Failure to do so could invalidate

the vehicle’s ope rating pe rm it (EU Directiv e

95/54/EG).

Recommended conditions for fault-free

operation:

z Professionally installed exterior antenna

to ob ta in th e max imu m range poss ible.

z Maximum transmission power 10 Watt.

z Installation of the te lephone in a suitab le

spot (see information on page 75).

Obtain advice on pred eterm ined

installation locations for the external

antenna and equipment holder and ways

of using devices with transmission power of

more than 10 Watts.

We recommend that you consult your

Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who will

have brackets and various installation kits

availab le as accessories and will install

them in accordance with regulations.

Operation of a hands-free device without

external antenna, with mobile phone

standard GSM 900/1800/1900 and UMTS,

is permitted only if the maximum

transmission power of the phone does not

exceed 2 Watt for GSM 900 and otherwise

1 Watt. The instructions of the

manufacturer of the telephone and

ha nds-free device must b e observ ed in all

cases.

For reasons of safety, we recommend that

you do not use the phone while driving.

Even use of a hands-free set can be a

distraction while driving. Be sure to observe

any country-specific reg ulations.

9 Warning

Mobile phones and radios can cause

malfunctions of the vehicle electronics

when operated inside the vehicle without

an external antenna, unless the

instructions above are observed.

Mobile phones which do not comply with

the above standards, and rad ios, may

only be used with antennae installed on

the outside of the vehicle.

117Climate Control

Climate Control

Picture no: 14154s.tif

Heating and ventilation system,

air conditioning system 3

Ventilation, heating and cooling 3 are

combined into one unit that is designed to

provide com fort regardless of the season,

weather or outside temperature.

When cooling 3 is activated, the air is

cooled and dried.

The heating unit heats the air as required in

all operating mod es depending on the

position of the temperature switch.

The air supply can be adjusted to suit

requirements by means of the fan.

The buttons for cooling n and a ir

re cir cu la tion 4 are only found on m odel

variants with air conditioning system 3.

Air conditioning system 3 - see page 123.

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Electronic Climate Control

system 3

Offers the greatest comfort in the vehicle

interior regardless of the conditions

outside.

To ensure a uniform and comfortable

climate in the vehicle, the temperature of

inflowing air, airflow rate and air

distribution are automatically adapted

based on the climate conditions outside

the vehicle and the current temperature of

the vehicle interior.

Electronic Climate Control system 3 -

see page 126.

Heating and ventilation system, air

conditioning system 3 ...................... 117

Electronic Climate Control system 3 .. 117

Air vents .......... ............................... ...... 118

Heated rear window, heated exterior

mirrors 3 ... ............. ............................ 119

Heated seats 3 ............. ....................... 119

Cooled glove compartment 3 ...... ...... 119

Heating and ventila tion system ... ...... 120

Air conditioning system 3.................. . 123

Electronic Climate Control system 3 .. 126

Air intake ......... .............. ....................... 131

Air outlet.. ........ ............................... ...... 131

Pollen filter ............................. ............. . 131

Note ...................... ............. ................... 131

Maintenance ............ .............. .............. 131

118 Climate Control

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Air vents

Pleasant ventilation to the head area

controlled by the position of the

tem perature switch.

To increase the air supply, turn the fan all

the way up and set the air distribution

switch to M or L.

Centre and side (1) air vents

To open air vent:

Turn vertical adjuster wheel up.

Adjust the direction of airflow by turning

the horizontal and vertical adjuster wheels.

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To close the air vents, turn the adjustment

wheel fully downwards.

Wind sc reen defroster nozzles (2)

Air distribution switch set to V or J:

Air is directed onto the windscreen and

do or wind ow s.

Additional vents

Located beneath the windscreen and side

windows and in the front footwell.

119Climate Control

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Heated rear window,

heated exterior mirrors 3

With the ignition on, the rear window and

exterior mirror heating is switched on by

pressing button Ü:

LED Ü illuminated:

rear window and exterior mirror heating.

LED Ü not illuminated: rear window and

exterior mirror heating is switched off.

Heating works with the engine running and

is switched off automatically after approx.

15 minutes.

Depending on engine, cleaning the diesel

particle filter 3 automatically switches on

the heated rear window.

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Heated seats 3

Two pushbuttons ß between the centre air

vents.

When the ignition is switched on, the seat

heating is activated by pushing the

button ß:

LED illumina ted: seat heating on.

LED not illuminated: seat heating off.

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Cooled glove compartment 3

Cool air is routed to the glove

compartm ent.

If glove compartment cooling is not

required, slide cover downwards.

G eneral in forma tion a nd

information on air intake,

air outlet, pollen filter and

maintenance,

see page 131.

120 Climate Control

Picture no: 14144s.tif

Heating and ventilation system

Left -hand rota ry knob : Temperature

Picture no: 14145s.tif

Centre rotary knob: Quantity of a ir

Four fan speeds:

The rate of airflow is determined by the

fan. The fan should therefore also be

switched on du ring a jou rne y.

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Rig ht-hand rot ary knob: Air distribut ion

Open the air vents when the switch is

set to L or M.

Red area = Warm

Blue area = Cold

x Off

4 Maximum rate of airflow

V Towa rd s w in ds creen an d

front door windows

J Towa rd s w in ds creen ,

front door windows and footwell

K Towards footwell

L Towa rds head area and footwell

M Towa rds head area

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Vent ilation

z Set the temperature to the desired

se tting,

z Switch fan on, adjust fan setting as

desired,

z For maximum ventilation in head area:

set air distribution switch to M and open

all air vents,

z For ventilation to footwell:

Set air distribution switch to K,

z For simultaneous ventilation to the head

area and the footwell:

Set air distribution switch to L.

Hea ting

The amount of heat is dependent on the

coolant temperature and is thus not fully

attained until the engine is warm.

For rapid warming of the passenger

compartment:

z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as

far as it will g o.

z Set the fan to speed 3.

z Set air distribution switch to desired

position, preferably position J,

see page 120.

Vehicles with Quickheat 3:

Depending on the outside temperature

and the engine temperature, the

passenge r com partment is heated up more

quic kly using an auxiliary electric heater.

The auxiliary electric heater switches itself

on a uto ma tica lly .

The comfort and general well-being of the

vehicle occupants are to a large extent

dependent on a suitable ventilation a nd

heating setting.

To achieve stratification of temperature

with a pleasant "cool head and warm feet"

effect, set the rotary air distribution

switch to K, J or L, set temperature

rotary knob to any position (in centre range

with temperature stratification effect).

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Heating the footwell

z Set the temperature switch to the

re d zo n e .

z Switch on fan.

z Set air distribution switch to K.

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Dem isting and defrost ing wind ow s

Miste d or icy windows, such as in dam p

weather, from wet clothes or when outside

temperatures are low:

z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as

far as it will g o (warm).

z Set fan to 3 or 4.

z Set air distribution switch to V.

z Switch on heated rear window Ü.

z Open sid e air vents as required and

direct them towards door windows.

z For simultaneous footwell heating, set

air distribution switch to J.

9 Warning

Disregard of these instructions could lead

to misting or icing of the windows and

subsequent accidents due to impaired

visibility.

123Climate Control

Air conditioning system 3

As a supplement to the heating and

ventilation system, the air conditioning

system cools and dehumidifies (dries)

inflowing air.

If cooling or dehumidification is not

desired, switch off cooling in order to save

fuel.

Cooling switches off automatically at low

outside temperatures.

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Cooling n

Operation only if engine is running and fan

is switched on:

Control indicator in the button.

When cooling (air conditioning

compressor) is active, the air is cooled and

dehumidified. If cooling or

dehumidification is not desired, switch off

cooling in order to save fuel.

Cooling switches off automatically at low

outside temperatures.

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Air recirculation system 4

The air recirculation button 4 is used to

set the ventilation system to air

recirculation mode (control indicator in

button).

If f ume s or unpleasa nt od ours pe ne trate

from outside: Temporarily switch on air

recirculation system 4.

To increase the cooling power at high

outside temperatures, temporarily switch

on the air recirculation system.

On = Press n

Off = Press n again

124 Climate Control

The air recirculation system minimises the

entry of outside air and the air in the

passenger com partment is recirculated.

The humidity increases, and the windows

can mist up. The quality of the passenger

compartment air deteriorates which may

cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.

Air distribution to V:

The air recirculation system is

automatically switched off, to speed up

window demisting and prevent fogging.

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Comfort sett ing

z Set cooling n as desired.

z Air recirculation system 4 off.

z Set temperature switch a s desired.

z Switch on fan to desired speed.

z Set air distribution switch to M or L .

z Open or adjust air vents as required.

Temperature switch in centre of

adjustment range: warmer air will flow into

the footwell and cooler air into the upper

zone, with warm er air coming from the side

air vents and cooler air from the centre air

vents.

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Ma xim um cooling

Briefly open windows, sunroof and tilting

roof 3 so that warm air can escape quic kly.

z Cooling n on.

z Air recirculation system 4 on.

z Turn the temp erature switch

anticlockwise as far as it will go (c old).

z Set fan to 4.

z Set air distribution switch to M.

z Open all air vents.

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Demisting a nd defrosting w indows

Misted or icy windows, such as in damp

weather, from wet clothes or when outside

tem peratures are low:

z Cooling n on,

the air conditioning compressor

deactivates automatically when outside

te mperatures are low (icing),

z Turn the temperature switch clockwise,

z Set fan to 3 or 4,

z Air distribution switch to V;

air recirculation system 4

automatically switches off,

– or –

if there is still moisture in the system after

previous air conditioning operation, the

windows may mist up. To prevent this,

set air distribution to K before starting

engine and set to V approx. 5 seconds

after starting,

z Activate heated rear window Ü,

z Open side air vents as required and

direct them towards the side windows.

9 Wa rning

Disregard of these instructions could lead

to misting or icing of the windows and

subsequent accidents due to impaired

visibility.

126 Climate Control

Electronic Climate Control

system 3

Provides the greatest amount of comfort in

the interior regardless of the weather,

outside temperature or season.

To ensure a constant and comfortable

climate in the v ehicle, the tempera ture of

the inflowing air, the airflow rate and the

air distribution are changed automatically

according to clim atic conditions outside

the vehicle.

The clim ate is regulated automatically

based on personal settings.

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Temperature changes due to external

influences, such as direct sunlight, are

autom atically compensated.

When cooling (air conditioning

compressor) is active, air is cooled and

dehumidified.

The pollen filter removes dust, soot, pollen

and spores from the inflowing outside air.

Picture no:

When set to automatic mode, the

Electronic Climate Control system provides

the optimal settings for almost all

conditions. If necessary, settings can be

modified manually.

The Elec tronic Climate Control system is

only operational when the engine is

running.

Cooling (air conditioning compressor)

switches off automatically at low outside

temperatures.

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Autom atic m ode

Basic setting for maximum comfort:

z Press AUTO button.

z Open all air vents.

z Air conditioning compressor activation –

see page 129.

z Preset temperature to 22 °C with rotary

knob.

The temp erature can be set highe r or low er

as desired.

Switching off the air conditioning

compressor (ECO appears in displa y) can

ha ve a detrimental effect on comfort and

safe ty – see p age 129.

All air vents are actuated automatically in

automatic mode. The air vents should

therefore always be open – see page 118.

Tempe rat ur e p res et

The left rotary knob can be used to set the

temperature to values of between 16 °C

and 28 °C.

For the sake of comfort, only change the

preselected te mperature in sm all ste ps.

Vehicles with Quickheat 3:

Depending on the outside temperature

and the engine temperature, the

passenger compartme nt is heated up more

quickly using an auxiliary electric heater.

The auxiliary e lectric heater switches itself

on automatically.

If the temperature setting is less

than 16 °C, LO appears in the air

conditioning display: The Electronic

Climate Control system runs constantly at

maximum cooling power, and the

temperature is not regulated.

If the temperature setting is above 28 °C,

HI appears in the air conditioning display:

The Electronic Climate Control system runs

constantly at maximum heating power,

and the temperature is not regulated.

128 Climate Control

Manual settings

Under certain circumstances (e.g. iced or

misted wind ow s), the functions of the

Electronic Climate Control system can be

modified manually.

Make manual settings as follows when

necessary:

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Wind ow demi st ing and d efrosting

Miste d or icy windows, such as in dam p

weather, from wet clothes or when outside

temperatures are low:

Press button V, V appears in the air

conditioning display.

The temperature, air distribution and fan

are set automatically, windows are quickly

demisted and de-iced.

To return to automatic mode:

Press button V or AUTO.

Heated rear window – see page 130.

9 Warning

Failure to follow the instructions could

lead to misted or icy windows and

accide nts ste mming from impa ired

visibility.

129Climate Control

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Acti vati ng and d eac tiva ting ai r

conditioning compressor

Press the ECO button. EC O ap pears in the

air conditioning display.

Switch on to save fuel. In this m od e, the

cooling (air conditioning comp ressor) is

switched off.

Inflowing air is neither cooled nor

dehumidified. This restricts the level of

comfort provided by the Electronic Climate

Control system. This may cause the

windows to mist up, for example.

To return to cooling operation:

Press EC O button. ECO goes out.

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Air distribution

Press one or more of the following buttons.

The corresponding symbol appears in the

air conditioning display:

To return to automatic mode:

Press the appropriate buttons again,

or press AUTO.

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Airflow

Set airflow using the right-hand rotary

knob. The selected fan speed is indicated

by the number of bars.

To deactivate the fan and thereby the

Electronic Climate Control system:

Turn the right-hand rotary knob

anticlockwise until the display goes out.

Switching on: Turn rotary knob clockwise.

To return to automatic mode:

Press the AUTO button.

s Air distribution towards windscreen

and front door windows.

M Air distribution towards vehicle

occupants via adjustable air vents.

K Air distribution towards footwell.

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Manual air recirculation mode

The air recirculation system minimises the

entry of outside air and the air in the

passenger com partment is recirculated.

Press button 4 , % appears in the air

conditioning display.

The exchange of fresh air is reduced in air

recirculation mode. The quality of the

passenger compartment air deteriorates

which may cause the vehicle occupants to

feel drowsy. In operation without c ooling,

the air humidity increases, so the windows

may mist up. Consequently, the air

recirculation system should only be run for

short periods of time.

To switch off air recirculation:

Press button 4 again.

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Air conditioning with the engine not

running

When the vehicle is stopped and the

ignition is off, the heat or cooling power still

in the system can be used to condition the

passenger compartment, for example

when stop ped at a level crossing.

Pre ss AUTO with the ignition off. The

preselected temperature appears in the air

conditioning display. The temperature can

be adjusted with the left-hand rotary knob.

The air conditioning will operate for a

limited period of time.

To deactivate air conditioning:

Pre ss th e AUTO button.

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Heated r ear window ,

heated exterior mirrors 3

With the ignition on, the rear window and

exterior mirror heating is activated by

pressing button Ü, the air conditioning

display shows Ü.

The rear window and exterior mirrors will

quickly be cle ared of ice and cond ensa tion.

Heating works with the engine running and

is switched off automatically after approx.

15 minutes.

Depending on engine, cleaning the diesel

particle filter 3 automatically switches on

the he ated rear w indow.

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Air intake

The air intakes in front of the windscreen on

the far right and left sides of the engine

compartment must be kept clear to allow

air intake. Remove any leaves, dirt or snow.

Air outlet

Do not cover the air outlets when stowing

items in the luggage compartment

stowage compartments.

Pollen f ilter

The pollen filter cleans the air entering from

outside and filters dust, soot, pollen and

spores from the interior air if the air

recirculation system 3 is active. The active

carbon layer 3 eliminates most odours and

ha rm ful a mbient ga se s from the air.

Have the pollen filter replaced at the

intervals specified in the Service Booklet.

Note

If the windscreen is misted-up due to damp

weather, tem porarily set the system as

described und er "Window demisting and

defrosting", see pages 122, 125.

Cooling 3 works most efficiently when the

windows, sunroof and tilting roof 3 are

closed. If the passenger com partment has

heated up considerably after a long period

in direct sunlight, briefly open the windows,

sunroof and tilting roof 3 so that warm air

can escape quickly.

When cooling 3 (air conditioning

compressor) is switched on, condensation

forms, w hich is expelled from the und ersid e

of the vehicle.

At least one air vent must be open while

cooling 3 (air conditioning compressor) is

on, in order to prevent the evaporator from

icing up due to lack of air movement.

Cooling switches off automatically at low

outside temperatures.

For trouble-free operation of the Electronic

Climate Control system 3, do not cover the

sensor located between the air vents

beneath the windscreen.

Maintenance

For consistently good operation, the air

conditioning compressor 3 must be

switched on for several minutes once per

month, regardless of the weather and the

time of year. Operation with the air

conditioning compressor switched on 3 is

not possible at low outside temperatures.

For faults, contact a workshop.

132 Drivin g and Opera tion

Driving and Operation

Easytronic 3

The semi-automatic Easytronic 3

transmission permits manual (Manual

mode) or automatic (Automatic m ode)

gearshifting, both with automatic clutch

control.

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Transmission display

Shows the mode or current gear.

Ea sytronic 3 ............. ............................ 132

Driving hints ......... ............................... . 138

Saving fuel, protecting the

environment ............................ .......... 140

Fuel consump tion .... .............. .............. 142

Fuel ..... ............. ............................... ...... 142

Fuel filler ca p..................... ................... 143

Refuelling . ............. ............................... . 143

Ca ta lytic converter, exhaust g ases... . 145

Drive Control System s ................... ...... 149

Brake system ... ............................... ...... 154

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ............ . 156

Wheels, tyres ............ .............. .............. 158

Roof racks 3 ............. ............................ 163

Towing eq uipm ent 3 ........................... 163

Towing eq uipm ent with removable

coup ling ball bar 3 ........ ............. ...... 163

Ca ra van / trailer towing ............ .......... 166

9 Warning

Disregard of these instructions m ay lead

to injuries or endanger life.

133Driving an d Operation

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Starting the engine

When starting the engine, apply the

footb rake at the same time. The engine

can only be started in position N and with

the footbrake applied. The transmission

display shows "N".

If the footbrake is not applied, the control

indicator j in the instrument cluster

illuminates and "N" flashes in the

transmission display; the engine cannot be

started.

Also the vehicle cannot be started if all

brake lights have failed.

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Easytronic operation via the selector lever

Alw ays move the selector lever all the way

to the stop . Note the gear or mode

indicator in the transmission display.

Move select or lever towa rd N

Neutral.

Selector lever in o (centre position)

Once the selector lever ha s b een moved

from N to position o (centre position) w ith

the footbrake applied, the Easytronic is in

Automatic mode and first gear has been

selected (second gear with winter

programm e enabled). "A" appears in the

transmission display.

When the footbrake is released, the vehic le

starts to "creep". If the footbrake is not

applied, "A" flashes. Start off by pressing

the accelerator immediately or move

selector lever back to N a nd repeat

procedure with footbrake applied.

Shifting to different gears takes place

automatically in Automatic mode,

depending on the driving conditions.

134 Drivin g and Opera tion

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Selector lever in A/M

Switch between Automatic and M anual

mode.

In Manual mode, gears can be selected

manually by moving the selector lever to +

or -. The current gear is indicated in the

transm ission display .

If the engine speed is too low, the

Easytronic will automatically shift to a

lower gear even in Manual mode. This

prevents the engine from stalling .

Selec tor lever in + or -

+ Shift to a higher gear.

- Shift to a lower gear.

If a higher g ear is selected when the

running speed is too low, or a lower gear

when the speed is too high, no shift is

effected. This prevents the engine from

running at too low or too high revs.

Gears can be skipped by jog ging the

selector lever repeatedly at short intervals.

When the vehicle is in Automatic mode,

Easytronic shifts to Manual mode by

moving the selector lever to position + or -.

The current gear is indicated in the

transmission display.

Selec tor lever in R

Reverse gear. Eng age only when vehicle is

stationary.

Press button on selector lever, select R.

The transmission display shows "R".

If R is selected when the vehicle is in motion,

"R" flashes in the transmission display and

no g ear is engaged.

Electronical ly cont rolled driv ing

pr og rammes in Aut omatic mode

z By means of delayed gear changing

(higher engine speeds) following a cold

start, the operating temperature

programme quickly and automatically

bring s the catalytic converter to the

temperature required for optimum

pollutant reduction.

z Adaptive programmes automatically

adapt gearshifting to suit the driving

conditions, such as if the vehicle is

tow ing a caravan / trailer, has a high

payload, or is being driven on inclines.

135Driving an d Operation

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Winter progr amme T

In the event of difficulties starting-off on

slippery roads, press button T ("A" and T

appear in the transmission display).

Easytronic switches to Automatic mode

and the vehicle sets off in second gear.

The winter programme is switched off by:

z Pressing button T again,

z Switching to Manual mode,

z Turning off the ignition.

In order to protect the Easytronic, the

winter p rogram me autom atically switches

itself off at extremely high clutch

tem peratures.

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Kick down

Ac celera tor pedal pressed past the

pressure point: below certain speeds, the

transmission shifts down into a lower gear.

Full engine power is available for

acceleration.

During kickdown, no manual gearshifting is

possible.

When the engine speed approaches its

up per limit, the transmission shifts to a

higher gear during kickdown, even in

Manual mode.

Without kickdown, this automatic shift is

not effected in Manual mode.

Brak ing assistance from eng ine

Automatic mode:

When driving dow nhill, Easytronic does not

shift into higher g ears until a fairly high

engine speed has been reached. When

brak ing, Easytronic shifts down in good

time.

Manual mode:

To utilise the engine braking effect, select a

lower gear in good time when driving

downhill.

"Rocking" the vehicle

If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle

to free it from sand, mud, snow or a hole,

move the selector lever between o (c entre

position) and R in a repeat pattern while

applying light pressure to the accelerator

pedal. Do not race the engine and avoid

sudden a cceleration.

This applies only to the exceptional

circumstances mentioned above.

136 Drivin g and Opera tion

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Manoeuvring the vehicle

For accurate manoeuvring when pa rking ,

at garage entranc es etc., the creeping

movement can be utilised by releasing the

footbrake with a gear selected.

Never actuate a ccelerator and brake

pedals simultaneously.

In order to prevent damage, the Easytronic

disengages the "creep function" at

extremely high automatic clutch

tem peratures.

Stopping the vehicle

In Automatic or Manual mode, when the

vehicle has stopped, first gear (with Winter

mode engaged, second gear) is engaged

automatically and the clutch released.

In R, reverse remains engaged.

If a warning signal sounds when the

driver’s door is opened (footbrake not

applied), move the selector lever to N and

apply the handbrake.

When stopping on grad ients, apply the

handbrake or footbrake. To prevent

overheating of the clutch, do not increase

engine speed, to ensure smooth idling

when in gear.

To prevent damage to the Easytronic, the

clutch is closed automatically at high

clutch temperatures.

Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy

period, e.g. in traffic jams or at level

crossings.

Vehicle storage

Before leaving the vehicle:

z Apply handbrake,

z Remove ignition key.

The most recently eng aged gear (indicator

in transmission display) remains engaged.

With N, no g ear is engaged.

When the ignition is switched off, the

Easytronic no longer responds to

movement of the selector lever.

If the ignition key is not removed, the

battery may be discharged if the vehicle is

then left to stand for a lengthy period of

time.

If the handbrake has not b een applied,

control indicator R flashes for a few

seconds after the ignition is switched off.

137Driving an d Operation

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Fault

If a fault occurs in the Easytronic, control

indicator A illuminates. In the event of

serious faults, "F" a lso app ears in the

transm ission display .

It is possible to continue driving if only

control indicator A illuminates. Manual

mode can then no longer be selected.

If "F" also appears in the transmission

display, it is not possib le to continue

driving.

Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a

workshop. The self-diagnosis integrated

into the system allows rapid fault

identification.

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Interruption of p ower supply

The clutch is not disengaged if the vehicle

battery is discha rg ed and a gear has been

selected. The vehicle cannot move.

If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using

jump leads – see page 172.

If the cause of the power failure is not a

discharged battery, contact a workshop. If

the vehicle must be removed from flowing

traffic, release the clutch as follows:

1. Apply handbrake and switch off ignition.

2. Open bonnet and engage support.

3.Clean Easytronic around the cap (see

illustration in prev ious c olumn) so that no

dirt can get into the opening when the

cap is removed.

4. Rotate cap to slacken and remove by

lifting upwa rds – see illustration in

previous column.

5. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise using

a flat-head screwdriver (vehicle tools 3 –

see page 176) until clear resistance can

be felt. The clutch has now been

disengaged.

Do not turn beyond the resistance, since

this can damage the Easytronic.

6. Fit cleaned cap again. The cap must be

in full contact w ith the housing.

Towing the vehicle and starting the engine

is not permitted when the clutch has been

released in this way, although the vehicle

can be m oved a short distance.

Contact a workshop immediately.

138 Drivin g and Opera tion

Driving hints

The first 600 miles (1000 km)

Drive your vehicle at various speeds.

Do not use full throttle. Never allow the

engine to labour at low revs.

Make good use of all gea rs.

Depress the accelerator pedal a maximum

of approx. three quarters of the available

pedal travel in all gears.

Do not drive faster than three quarters of

maximum speed.

Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the

first 125 miles (200 km).

Never coast with engine not running

Many units will not function in this situation

(e.g. brak e serv o unit, Electric Power

Steering (EPS) 3). Driving in this manner is

a danger to yourself and others.

Brake servo unit

When the engine is not running, the brake

servo unit is no longer effective once the

footbrake has been depressed once or

twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but

significantly greater force is required for

braking.

Electric Power Steering (EPS) 3

If the E lectric Power Steering fails when

being towed with the engine switched off,

the vehicle can still be steered, but

considerably more force is required.

Driving in mountainous terrain or with a

caravan / trailer

The cooling fan is electrically operated. Its

cooling p ower is therefore independent of

the engine speed.

Since a considerable amount of heat is

generated at high engine speeds and less

at slower speeds, do not shift d own when

climbing hills w hile the vehicle is still c op ing

with the gradient in the higher gear.

Dr iving with a roof load

Do not exceed the permissible roof load,

see page 214. For reasons of safety,

distribute the load evenly and secure it

properly w ith retaining straps.

Ad just tyre pressure to load conditions.

Do not d riv e faster than 75 mph

(120 km/h). Check and retighten the straps

frequently. Observe country-specific

re gulations.

Sw itching off the engi ne

When you switch off, fans in the engine

compa rtm ent may continue running for a

time to cool the engine.

If the engine temperature is very high, e.g.

after driving in mountainous terrain:

Allow the engine to idle for approx.

two minutes in order to prevent heat

accum ulation.

Vehicles with turbocharged engine:

After running at high eng ine speeds or high

eng ine 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.

Sa ve energy – more miles / kilom etres

Please observe the running-in hints on the

previous page a nd the tips for energy

saving on the following pages.

Good, technically correct and economical

driving ensures maximum durab ility and

performance for your vehicle.

139Driving an d Operation

Overrun

The fuel supply is autom atically shut off

during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is

being driven down long gradients or when

braking. To enable the overrun cut-off to

take effect, do not accelerate during

overrun and on manual vehicles, do not

release the clutch. To prevent dam age to

the catalytic converter, overrun cut-off is

tem porarily deactivated when the catalytic

converte r tem perature is high.

Vehicles with turbocharged engine:

Flow -g enerated noises may be aud ible if

the accelerator is released quickly, on

account of airflow in the turbocharger.

Engine speed

Drive in a low engine speed range for each

gear as much as possible.

Warming up

Allow the engine to warm up while driving.

Do not w arm it up by letting it run at idling

speed. Do not apply full throttle until the

engine has reached operating

tem perature.

After a cold start, the Easytronic 3 does

not switch to higher gears until the speed

increases when it is in Automatic mode.

This allows the catalytic converter to

quickly reach the temperature that is

required for optimum emission reduction.

Correct gear selection

Do not ra ce y our e ngine while the

transmission is in neutral or with a low gea r

selected. Driving too fast in individual

gears as well as stop-and-go traffic

increases engine wear and fuel

consumption.

Change down

When decreasing speed, shift down into

the next lowest gear. Do not slip the clutch

with a high-revving engine. This is

especially important when hill climbing.

Clutch operation

Always depress the clutch pedal hard to

the floor to prevent shifting difficulties and

transmission dam age.

When driving, do not use the pedal as a

footrest; this will cause substantial clutch

wear.

Cooling fan

The cooling fan is controlled via a

therm oswitch and therefore only runs if

necessary.

Depending on engine, cleaning the diesel

particle filter 3 automatically switches on

the cooling fan.

Pedals

Do not place any objects in the footwell

which could slip under the pedals and

inhibit the pedal travel.

To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited,

there must be no mats in the area of the

pedals.

Battery care

When driving slowly or when the vehicle is

stationary, e.g. in slow urban traffic, stop-

and-go traffic or traffic jams, turn off all

unnecessary electrical loads where

possible (e.g. heated rear window, heated

front se ats, etc. ).

Declutch when starting, in order to relieve

the strain on the starter and the battery.

140 Drivin g and Opera tion

Saving fuel, protecting the

environment

Trend-setting technology

In the development and manufacture of

your vehicle, environment-friendly and in

the main recyclable materials were used.

The production methods used to make

your vehicle are likewise environmentally-

compatible.

Recycling of production wastes keeps the

circulation of material closed. Reduction of

energy and water requirements also helps

to conserve natural resources.

A highly advanced design means that your

vehicle can be easily disassembled at the

end of its working life, and the individual

materials separated for subsequent re -use.

Materia ls such as asbestos and cadmium

are not used . The refrigerant in the air

conditioning system 3 is CFC-free.

New painting techniques employ water as

a solvent.

End-of-Life vehicle recovery

For detailed information on Vauxhall’s

on-going commitment to achieving an

environmentally susta inab le future ,

including; design for recycling, take back of

End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) and the

recycling of ELVs, view

www.vauxhall.co.uk/recycling for details.

Energy and environm ent-c onsci ous

drivi ng

z High noise levels and exhaust emissions

are often a result of driving w ithout due

attention to saving energy and

protecting the environment.

z You should therefore drive with energy in

mind "more miles / kilometres – less fuel".

Reduce the noise level and exhaust

emissions by adopting an environment-

conscious driving style. This is extremely

worthwhile and improves the quality of

life.

Fuel consumption depends to a great

extent on your own personal driving

style. The following hints are intended to

help you consume fuel at a rate that is as

close as possible to the specified levels –

see page 212.

Check your vehicle’s fuel consumption

every time you refuel. This facilitates

early detection of any irregularities

causing increased fuel consumption.

Warming up

z Full throttle and w arming up at idle

speed increase wear, fuel consumption,

ex haust em ission, the am ount of

pollutant in the exhaust and the amount

of noise.

z Drive off imm ediately after starting.

Warm up the engine by running it at

moderate engine speeds.

Uniform speed

z Hectic driving significantly increases fuel

consumption, the exhaust emissions, the

proportion of pollutant in the exhaust

gas and the noise level.

z Do not accelerate and brake

unnecessarily. Drive at uniform speed,

watching the road.

Avoid freq uent starting-off and stopping

e.g . at traffic lights, in short distance

traffic and in queues of traffic by means

of clever planning . Select roads w ith

good traffic flow.

Idling

z The engine also consumes fuel when

idling .

z If you have to wait for more than one

minute, it is worthwhile switching off the

engine. Five minutes of idling

corresponds to approximately 0.6 miles

(one kilometre) of driving.

141Driving an d Operation

Overrun

z The fuel supply is automatically shut off

during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is

being driven down long gradients or

when braking – see page 139.

z To enable the overrun cut-off to come

into action and save fuel, do not

accelerate or declutch during overrun.

Corr ect gear sel ec tion

z High revs increase engine w ear and fuel

consumption.

z Do not race your engine. Avoid driving at

high engine speeds.

Making use of the tachometer helps to

save fuel. Drive in a low engine spee d

range for each gear as much as possible

with uniform engine speeds. Drive as

often as possible in top gear, select the

next higher gear as soon as possible,

and only change down when the engine

is no longer running perfectly smoothly.

High speed

z The higher the speed, the higher the

consumption and the noise level. At top

speed, you consume a great deal of fuel

and produce excessive noise and

exhaust emissions.

z Slightly releasing the accelerator pedal

results in distinct fuel savings with no

major loss of speed.

Drive at no more tha n approx. three

quarters of maximum speed and you will

use up to 50% less fuel, without losing a

great deal of time.

Tyre pressure

z Inadequate tyre pressure, leading to

higher road resistance, costs money in

two ways: for more fuel and increased

tyre wear.

z Regular checks (every 14 d ays) pay off.

Ele ctri cal loa ds

z The power consumption of electrical

equipment increases fuel consumption.

z Switch off all auxiliary electrical loads

(e.g. air conditioning 3, heated rear

window) when not needed.

Ro of rack s, sk i-ho lde rs

z Due to air resistance, a roof load can

increase fuel consump tion by approx.

3.5 gal./1000 miles (1 l/100km).

z Remove them if they are not being used.

Repair and m aintenance

z Improper repairs or adjustm ent and

maintenance work can increase fuel

consumption. Do not carry out work on

the engine yourself.

You may, out of ignorance, infringe

environmental law s b y not disposing of

materials properly.

Appropriate parts might not be recycled.

Contact with some of the materials

involved may pose a health hazard.

z We recom mend that repair and

maintenance be entrusted to your

Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.

Extr eme d riving conditions

z Going up steep slopes, cornering, driving

on poor roads and winter driving a ll

increase fuel consumption.

Fuel consumption increases dramatically

in urba n tra ffic a nd at winter

temperatures, especially on short trips

when the engine operating te mpera ture

is not reached.

z Follow the hints given above to keep

consumption to a minimum under such

cond itions.

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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption is determined under

specific driving conditions – see page 212.

Special equipment increases the weight of

the vehicle. As a result, they can increase

fuel consumption and reduce the specified

maximum speed.

For the first few thousand miles /

kilometres, friction between the engine and

transmission components is higher. This

increases fuel consumption.

Fuel

Fuel for petrol engines

Normal c ommercial high-quality fuels with

a m aximum ethanol content of 5% in

accordance with DIN EN 228 are suitable

(for catalytic converter see page 145, for

octane numbers see page 208). The

quality thereof has considerable effect on

the performance, running and service life

of the engine. The additives mixed with the

fuel are extremely important. For this

rea son you must only refuel with high-

quality fuels containing additives.

Fuels with ethanol content greater than 5%

do not comply w ith DI N EN 228 a nd must

not b e used unless the v ehicle ha s b een

specifically developed and approved for

these fuels.

Fuel with too low an octane number can

cause pinking. Vauxhall cannot be held

lia ble for resulting damage.

Petrol with a higher octane number can

always be used.

Do not use 91 octane petrol in vehicles with

the Z 16 LET

engine.

The ignition tim ing is automatically

adjusted according to the grade of fuel

used (octane number) – see page 208.

Use of petrol with an octane rating of 95

will ensure economica l driving.

For ve hicles with Z 16 LE T

engine, use of

95 RON fuel reduces performance and

torque.

F uel for die sel engi nes

Diesel engines must be operated only on

comm ercially available diesel fuel meeting

the specifications of DIN EN 590.

Since January 2004, some oil comp anies

have mixed their diesel fuel with up to 5%

Bio fuel (FAME = Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)

like RME (Rape-Oil Methyl Ester). This is in

accordance with the current DIN EN 590

and does not harm the fuel injection

system. The characteristics of a diesel fuel

mixed up with 5% Bio fuel (FAME) do not

differ from conventional diesel fuel and do

not influence the vehicle’s driveability.

Important: Diesel fuel mixed with 5% FAME

according to DIN EN 590 must not be

confused with 100% Bio Diesel, which is not

to be used in Vauxhall engines.

The flow and filterability of diesel fuel are

temperature-dependent.

Diesel fuels with improved low temperature

prope rties are therefore a vailable on the

market during the winter months. Make

sure that you fill the tank with winter fuel

before the start of the cold weather

season.

Additives can be used with diesel fuels with

winter prop erties that are guaranteed by

the manufacturer and when using diesel

fuel filters that are heated depending on

the outside temperature.

Diesel fuels must not be diluted with fuels

that are intended for petrol eng ines.

Sales designation – see page 208.

143Driving an d Operation

Fuel filler cap

When replacing the fuel filler cap, be sure

to use a genuine fuel filler cap for your

model to ensure full functionality. Diesel-

engined vehicles have special fuel filler

caps.

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Refuelling

9 Warning

Care m ust be taken when handling fuel.

Before refuelling, turn off engine a nd also

shut off external heaters with com bustion

chambers (identified by stickers on fuel

filler cap). Switch off mobile phones.

9 Warning

Fuel is flammable and explosive. When

ha nd ling fuel or when in the immediate

vicinity, avoid naked flames or sparks. Do

not smoke. This also applies where the

presence of fuel is reveale d by its

characteristic smell. If fuel odours occur in

the vehicle, have a workshop eliminate

the fault immediately.

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Fuel filler neck at right rear sid e of vehicle.

The tank flap is locked together with the

doors – see page 30.

Open the tank flap.

To open, unscrew the fuel filler cap, remove

and suspend from the tank flap.

The fuel tank has a limiting system which

prevents overfilling of the tank.

Correct filling depends to a large extent on

proper operation of the fuel dispensing

pump:

1. Fully insert the pump nozzle and switch it

on.

2. At the automatic sw itch-off, the

specified tank capacity is reached by

means of metered refuelling (twice).

Insert fuel dispensing pump as far as

possible.

To close, place fuel filler cap in position and

turn, overcoming the resistance until the

ratchet on the cap engages audibly.

Close tank flap.

Wipe off any overflowing fuel im mediately.

145Driving an d Operation

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Catalytic converter, exhaust

gases

Ca talytic conv er ter for petrol engines

Leaded fuel will damage the catalytic

converte r and parts of the elec tronic

system, rendering them inoperative.

Use of high-quality fuels other than those

specified on page 142 (e.g. LRP

) could

damage the catalytic converter.

Damage to the catalytic converter or the

vehicle may result if the follow ing points

are not observed:

z On ignition faults, uneven running after

cold start, a clear drop-off in engine

power or other unusual operating

symptoms which could indicate a fault in

the ignition system, contact a workshop

immediately. Continue driving if

necessary for a short time at low speed

and low revs.

Irregular engine running and a loss of

engine power when the Electronic

Stab ility Programme ESP®

Plus

3 comes

into action are due to the operating

conditions and are therefore of no

significance - see pag e 149.

z If unburned fuel enters the catalytic

converter, this may result in overheating

and irreparable damage to the c atalytic

converter.

You should therefore avoid

unnecessarily long use of the starter

when starting-off, running the tank dry

(an irregular fuel supply w ill lead to

overheating) and starting the engine by

pushing or towing.

LRP = Lead Replacement Petrol.

146 Drivin g and Opera tion

z If the control indicator Z flashes to

indica te emissions, back off until the

flashing stops and the control indicator

illuminates. Contact a workshop

immediately. Control indicator for

emissions Z, see page 147.

Cata lytic converter for d iesel engines

Damage to the catalytic converter or the

vehicle may result if the follow ing points

are not observed:

z On uneven running, a clear drop-off in

eng ine power or other unusual ope rating

symptoms, contact a workshop

immediately. Continue driving if

necessary for a short time at low speed

and low revs.

Irregular engine running and a loss of

engine power when the Electronic

Stab ility Programme ESP®

Plus

3 comes

into action are due to the operating

conditions and are therefore of no

significance - see pag e 149.

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C ontrolling exhaust em ission

Some of the damaging substances in the

exhaust such as carbon monoxide (CO),

hydrocarbons (HC) and nitrous oxides

(NO

) are reduced to a minimum by

making structural changes – mainly in the

injection system and the ignition system in

conjunction with the catalytic converter.

147Driving an d Operation

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Control indicator Z for exhaust

Illuminates when the ignition is switched on

and during the start attempt. Goes off

shortly after the engine starts running.

Illuminated with the engine running

indicates a fault in the exhaust gas

cle aning system . The permitted em issions

may be exceeded . Contact a workshop

immediately.

Flashing with the engine running indicates

a fault which could lead to catalytic

converter damage. You may continue

driving without damage if you back off

until the flashing stops and the control

indica tor illuminates steadily. Contact a

workshop immediately.

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Control indicator A for engine e lectronics

Illuminates for a few seconds after the

ignition is turned on.

If it illuminates when the engine is running,

there is a fault in engine or transmission

electronics. The electronic system switches

to an emergency running programme. Fuel

consumption may be increased and the

driveability of the vehicle may be impaired.

In some cases, faults can be elim inated by

switching off the engine and restarting. If

the control indicator illuminates again

when the engine is running, contact a

workshop to eliminate the cause of the

fault.

148 Drivin g and Opera tion

If it illuminates briefly, but does not recur,

it is of no significance.

Illumination of control indicator A can

indicate water in the diesel fuel filter 3.

Check diesel fuel filter for possible water

residue, see page 230.

If it flashes after the ignition is switched on,

there is a fault in the immobiliser system.

The engine cannot be started –

see page 27.

Exhaust gases

During the first drive, smoke may develop

because of wax and oil evaporating on the

exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the

open for a while after the first drive and

avoid inhaling the fumes.

Diesel pa rticle filt er 3

The diesel particle filter system filters

harmful soot particles out of the exhaust

gases.

The system c ontains a self-cleaning

function at set intervals. The filter is

cleaned by burning the soot particles at

high temperature. This process is

automatic in certain driving conditions and

can take up to 25 minutes. During this time,

fuel consumption may be increased. Some

od ou r a nd sm ok e are n ormal.

Under certain driving cond itions, e.g. short

journe ys, the sy ste m may not clea n itself

automatically.

If control indicator ! flashes, drive on and

as soon as road and traffic conditions

allow, increase the speed to over 25 mph

(40 km/h) to start the diesel p article filter

cleaning. Cleaning is quickest at high

speeds and under load . The engine spe ed

should not fall below 2000 rpm. The control

indicator goes out as soon as cleaning is

complete.

We recommend not switching off the

ignition during cleaning.

9 Warning

Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous

carbon m onox id e, which is colourless and

odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.

If exhaust gases penetrate the vehicle

interior, open a window and contact a

workshop .

149Driving an d Operation

Maintena nce

Have all maintenance work carried out at

the intervals specified. We recommend

that you entrust this work to your Vauxhall

Authorised Repairer, who has proper

equipm ent and trained personnel

available. Electronic testing systems permit

rapid diagnosis and remedy of faults. This

way you can be certain that all

components of the v ehicle’ s electrical,

injection and ignition systems operate

correctly, that your vehicle has a low level

of pollutant emission and that the c atalytic

converter system will have a long service

life.

You are thereby making an important

contribution towards keeping the air clean

and complianc e with emissions legislation.

Checking and adjustment of the fuel-

injection and ignition systems is part of the

scope of a Service. For this reason you

should have all maintenance work carried

out at the intervals specified in your Service

Booklet.

Drive Control Systems

Electronic Stab ility Program me

(E SP ®

Pl us

) 3

ESP®

Plus

improves driving stability as

necessary in any driving situation

regardless of the type of road surface or

tyre grip. It also prevents the drive wheels

from spinning.

The system monitors vehicle movements.

As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve

(understeers / oversteers) engine output is

reduced (the sound of the engine cha ng es)

and individual wheels are specifically

braked. This considerab ly improves the

driving stability of the vehicle on snow and

ice and on wet or slippery road surfaces.

ESP®

Plus

is ready for operation as soon as

the ignition is switched on and control

indica tor v goes out.

Whe n ESP®

Plus

comes into action, control

indica tor v flashes.

The vehicle is now in a critical situation;

ESP®

Pl us

allows you to keep control of the

vehicle and reminds you to match your

speed to the road conditions.

9 Warning

Do not let this special safety feature

tempt you into taking risks w hen driving.

Traffic safety can only be achieved by

adopting a responsible driving style.

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Control indicator v:

Illuminates for a few seconds after the

ignition is turned on. The system is ready

for operation when the control indicator

goes out.

Flashes while driving:

This shows that the system has come into

action. The engine output may be reduced

(the sound of the engine changes) and the

vehicle may be braked automatically to a

small degree.

Picture no: 17892s.tif

Illuminates while driving:

Fault in the system. Driving can be

continued. Poor road surface conditions

may however still cause vehicle stability to

be impaired.

Have the cause of the fault eliminated.

Self-diagnosis integrated into the system

allow s rapid fault identification.

Illuminates after interruption of power

supply e.g. after disconnecting battery.

After a power supply interruption, the

steering angle sensor must be calibrated to

make the system operational:

z Automatic calibration driving in a

straight line at a constant slow speed

(12 to 25 mph (20 to 40 km/h)) on a level,

dry road.

z Manual calibration by turning steering

wheel from limit position to limit position.

If the control indicator does not go off after

successful calibration, observe notes in

middle column.

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Cruise control 3

Cruise control can store and maintain

speeds of approx. 20 to 125 m ph

(30 to 200km/h). Deviation from the stored

speed is possible on uphill or d ownhill

inclines.

For safety reasons, the cruise control

cannot be activated until the footbrake

has been applied once.

The c ruise c ontrol is operated with the

buttons I, R and O on the turn signal stalk.

Do not use cruise control if it is not

advisable to maintain a constant speed

(e.g. in situations presenting a danger to

yourself and other road users, in heavy

traffic or on winding, slippery or greasy

roads).

With Easytronic 3, only use cruise control

when in Automatic mode.

When the cruise control is active, reaction

tim es ma y b e increased due to the d ifferent

position of the feet.

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Control indicator m:

Illuminates for a few seconds when the

ignition is switched on. The system is now

ready for operation.

When driving, control indicator m will

illuminate as soon as the system is switched

on.

9 Warning

Even with cruise control activated, the

driver has full responsibility for

maintaining an app ropriate speed.

Disregard of these instructions could lead

to injury or danger to life.

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To activate:

Tap b utton I:

The c urrent speed is stored and

maintained. The accelerator pedal can be

released.

Vehicle speed can be increased by

depressing the accelerator pedal. When

the accelerator pedal is released, the

previously stored speed is resumed.

Ac celera te:

With cruise control active, hold down

button I or tap it repeatedly: the speed is

increased continuously or in steps of

1.2 m ph (2 km/h) without using the

accelerator pedal.

The current speed is stored and saved after

the I button has been released.

Decelerate:

With cruise control active, hold down

button R or briefly press it repeatedly:

speed is reduced continuously or in

ste ps of 1.2 m ph (2 k m/h).

The current speed is stored and saved after

the R button has been released.

To deactivate:

Tap button O:

Cruise control is switched off.

The vehicle slowly decelerates. To continue

driving, depress the accelerator pedal in

the usual way.

For reasons of safety, cruise control

deactivates under certain d riving

conditions.

For example:

z if the vehicle’s speed drops below

approx. 20 mph (30 km/h) or,

z if the footbrake is depressed or,

z if the clutch pedal is dep ressed or,

z if Easytronic 3 selector lever in N .

Resuming the stored speed:

Tap button R at a speed a bove 20 mph

(30 km/h): the speed selected before the

cruise control w as switched off is resumed.

The stored speed value is deleted when the

ignition is switched off.

153Driving an d Operation

Parking distance sensors 3

Parking distance sensors make reverse

parking easier by measuring the distance

between the rear of the vehicle and an

obstacle through ultrasonic reflection, and

by warning you with an acoustic signal in

the passenger compartment.

The system record s the distance using four

sensors in the rear bumper.

To activate:

The parking distance sensors activate

automatically when the ignition is sw itched

on and reverse gear is engaged.

Operational readiness is indicated by a

brief tone.

If the vehicle slowly gets close to an

obstacle w hile reversing, an intermittent

acoustic signal is audible in the passenger

compartment when the vehicle tail is less

than one metre from the obstacle. The

interval between the signals becomes

shorter as the distance is reduced. If the

distance is less than 30 cm, a continuous

signal is audible.

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To deactivate:

The system deactivates automatically

when reverse gear is disengaged.

Towing equipment,

caravan / trailer towing:

If a towing device is subsequently fitted to

the vehicle, the system must be set to the

modified vehicle length by a workshop.

When operating without a trailer, the tow

bar must be removed, else the system can

be damaged.

Fitting rear load racks 3:

Rear load racks, e.g. bicycle racks, fitted

near the sensors could disrupt the system.

Fault:

On system faults, a permanent tone

sounds at a dista nce of 1 metre from the

obstacle. Have the cause of the fault

elimina ted by a workshop.

In order to avoid operational problems or

erroneous information, the sensors must be

undamaged and free of soiling, snow and

ice.

9 Warning

Under certain circumstances, various

reflective surfaces on objects or clothing

as well as external noise sources may

cause the system to fail to detect

obstacles. For this reason, care must be

taken when reversing even if the parking

distance sensors are operational. This is

of particular importance when in the

vicinity of p edestrians.

154 Drivin g and Opera tion

Brake system

The effectiveness of the brakes is an

important factor for traffic safety.

To improve effectiveness, do not brake

unnecessarily hard for the first 125 miles

(200 km) after new brake pads have been

fitted.

Brake pad wear must not exceed a

specified limit. Regular maintenance as

detailed in the Service Booklet is therefore

of the utmost importance for traffic safety.

Have worn brake pads replaced by a

workshop.

Tested and approved pads give optimum

braking performance.

Brake pads worn to the minimum level

cause grinding noises. You may continue

to drive but have the pads replaced as

soon as possible. To change the pad s,

contact a workshop.

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Brak e assist

If the footbrake is operated with a powerful

push, the vehicle is automatically braked

at full braking power in order to achieve

the shortest possible braking distance

when full-on braking occurs (braking

assistant).

Maintain steady pressure on the footbrake

for as long as full-on braking is to continue.

When the footbrake is rele ased, the

maximum brake force amplification is

taken away.

Ad aptive brake li ghts 3

During full-on braking, all three brake

lights flash for the duration of ABS control.

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Footbrake

The footbrake comprise s tw o independe nt

brake circuits.

If one brake circuit faults, the vehicle can

still be braked with the other brake circuit.

However the braking effect will occ ur a t a

lower pedal position and consid erably

more force is required. The braking

distance is longer. Contact a w orkshop

before continuing to drive.

To ensure that full pedal travel can be

utilized, especially in case of a fa ult in one

of the brake circuits, there must b e no mats

in the vicinity of the pedals – see page 139.

When the engine is not running, the

assistance of the brake servo unit

disappears once the footbrake has been

depressed once or twice. Braking effect is

not reduced, but b raking requires

significantly greater force. This is especially

important to bear in mind when towing.

Check the brake lights before starting out

on a journey.

Shortly after starting each journey, the

effectiveness of the brake system should

be tested at low speeds and without

inconveniencing other traffic, especially if

the brakes are wet, e.g. after the vehicle

ha s b een washed.

The brake fluid level should be checked

regularly. If the brake fluid level is too low

and the handbrake is not applied, control

indica tor R illuminates in the instrument

cluster – see page 87.

Hill St art Assist 3 (HS A )

The system helps pull away on inclines.

After releasing the footbra ke, if the

ha ndbrake is not applied, the brakes are

only released after 2 seconds. As soon as

the acceleration is sufficient to prevent

rolling back, the brake is released.

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Handbrake

Always apply handbrake firmly. On slopes,

apply the handbrake as firm ly as possible.

The mechanical handbrake a cts on the

brakes on the rear wheels. It eng ages

automatically when app lied.

To release the handbrake, p ull the lever up

slightly, press the ratchet knob, and fully

lower the lever.

To reduc e the operating forces of the

handbrake, apply the footbrake at the

same time.

156 Drivin g and Opera tion

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Brak e sy stem con trol i ndicat or R

The control indicator illuminates after the

ignition is turned on, when the ha ndb ra ke

is applied or if the b ra ke or clutch fluid level

is too low. Brake fluid – see page 232.

For ve hicles with Ea sy tronic 3 , the c ontrol

indicator flashes for a few seconds when

the ignition is turned off, if the handbrake

is not app lied.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

ABS contin uous ly monitors th e v ehicle’ s

brak e system and prev ents the wheels from

locking regardless of the road condition

and tyre grip.

It starts to regulate the braking pressure as

soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock.

The vehicle rema ins stee rable, even in the

event of very heavy braking, for instance

on bends or when swerving to avoid an

obstacle. Ev en in the c ase of full-on

braking, the ABS makes it possible to drive

round an obstacle without releasing the

brakes.

ABS control is mad e apparent through a

pulse in the footbrake and the noise of the

regulation process.

9 Wa rning

If the control indicator illum inates when

the handbrake is released, stop driving

im media tely. Contact a workshop.

9 Warning

If the control indicator illuminates when

the handbrake is released, stop driving

immediately. Contact a workshop .

9 Warning

For op tim um brak ing, keep the footbrak e

fully depressed throughout the braking

process, despite the fact that the pedal is

pulsating. Do not reduce the pressure on

the pedal.

Do not let this special safety feature

tempt you into taking risks when driving.

Traffic safety can only be achieved by

adopting a responsible driving style.

157Driving an d Operation

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Cont rol indica tor u for ABS

The control indicator illuminates for a few

seconds after the ignition is turned on. The

system is ready for operation when the

control indicator goes out.

If the control indicator does not go out

after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while

driving, there is a fault in the ABS. The

brake system remains operational without

ABS regulation.

Self-check

Each time the ignition is turned on and the

engine is started, after driving at a speed

of approx. 2 mph (3 km/h), the system

performs a self-check which may be

audible.

Fault

You can continue driving, provided you

drive with care and anticipation.

Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a

workshop. The self-diagnosis integrated

into the system allows rapid fault

identification.

9 Warning

If there is a fault in ABS, the wheels may

be subject to loc king due to braking that

is heavier than normal. The advantages

of ABS are no longer op erational.

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Wheels, tyres

See page 216 for suitable tyres and

restrictions.

Tyres fitted in the factory are adapted to

the chassis and provide optimum driving

comfort and safety.

Changing tyre / wheel type

Before changing to other tyres or wheels,

note the necessary changes.

If tyres of a different size than those fitted

at the factory are used, the electronic

speedometer may require reprogramming

to ensure that the correct speed is

displayed.

Fit ting ne w ty re s

Fit tyres in pairs or in sets, which is even

better. Ensure that tyres on one axle are:

z the same size,

z the same design,

z the same make,

z and have the same tread pattern.

Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the

direction of travel. The rolling direction is

indica ted by a symbol (e.g. an arrow) on

the sidewall.

Tyres fitted opposing the rolling direction

(such as when changing a tyre) should be

refitted as soon as possible. This is the only

way to benefit fully from the design

prop erties of the tyre.

When disposing of tyres, follow the legal

re quir em e nts.

Certain brands of tyre have a beaded edge

to protect alloy wheels from damage. If

wheel trims are used on steel wheels with

beaded-edge tyres, the following

procedure must be followed:

z Use wheel trims and tyres that are

approved by Vauxhall for the vehicle in

question and therefore mee t all the

requirements pertaining to the

respective wheel / tyre combination.

z If the wheel trims and tyres used are not

Vauxhall-approved, the tyres must not

ha ve a beaded edge.

9 Wa rning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels may

lead to accidents and render the vehicle

unroadworthy.

9 Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel trims

could lead to sudden loss of air and

thereby accidents.

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Tyre pr essure

Check tyre pressure, including the spare

wheel, at least every 14 days and prior to

any long journey; the tyres should be

checked when cold. Don’t forget to check

the spare 3.

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Use the valv e cap key to m ake unscrewing

the valve caps easier. The key is located on

the inside of the tank flap.

Tyre pressure, see page 216.

Do not reduce tyre pressure when the tyres

are wa rm. O therwise the pressure may

drop below the permissible minimum when

the tyres cool down.

After having checked the tyre pressures,

tighten the valve caps using the valve cap

key.

Picture no: 9358t.tif

Incorrect inflation pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and fuel

economy and will increase tyre wear.

If the pressure is too low, this can result in

considerable tyre heating and internal

damage, leading to tread separation and

even ty re blow-out at high speeds.

Hidden tyre dama ge is not eliminated by

adjusting the inflation p ressure.

9 Warning

Incorre ct ty re pressure could lead to a flat

tyre.

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Picture no: 15941s.tif

Tyre condition, wheel condition

Drive over edges slowly and at a rig ht

angle if p ossible. Driving ov er sha rp edge s

can lead to hidden tyre damage and wheel

damage which is only noticed later on.

When pa rk ing, ensure that the tyres a re not

pressed against the edge of the kerb .

Check tyres regularly for damage

(penetrated foreign bodies, punctures,

cuts, cracks, bulges in side walls). Check

wheels for damage. If dam age or unusual

wear is found, contact a workshop.

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Tread depth

Check tread depth regularly.

If w ear is greater in the front than in the

rear, switch the front and rear tyres.

Correct the tyre pressures.

For reasons of safety, tyres should be

re placed when their tread depth has worn

down to 2 to 3 mm (winter tyres: 4 mm).

9 Warning

Dama ge may lead to tyre blow-out.

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The legally permissible minimum tread

depth (1.6 mm) has been reached when

the tread has worn down as far as one of

the tread wear indicators (TWI

). A

number of tread wear indicators are

spaced at equal intervals around the tyre

within the tread. Their position is indicated

by markings on the tyre sidewa ll.

General informati on

z The risk of aqua planing is greater if the

tyres are worn.

z Tyres age, even if they are used only very

little or not at all. A spare wheel which

has not been used for six years should be

used with care.

z Never fit used tyres the previous history

and use of which you do not know.

z So as not to impair brake cooling , use

only wheel trims approved for use on

your vehicle.

Tyre designations

Meanings:

e.g. 17 5/7 0 R 14 88 T

Speed code letters:

TW I = Tread Wear Indicator.

175 =Tyre width inmm

70 = Cross-section ratio (tyre depth to

width in %)

R = Belt type R adial

14 = Wheel diam eter in inc h

88 = Load index

e.g. 88 corresponds to 567 kg

T = Speed code letter

Q up to 100 mph (160 km/h)

S up to 112 mph (180 km/h)

T up to 118 mph (190 km/h)

H up to 130 mph (210 km/h)

V up to 150 mph (240 km/h)

W up to 168 mph (270 km/h)

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Winter tyres 3

For notes on fitting new tyres – see

page 158.

See page 216 for restric tions.

Winter tyres (M + S tyres) improve safety at

tem peratures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all the wheels.

The d esign of summ er tyres mea ns they

have limited qualities for winter driving.

If the maximum permissible speed for the

winter tyres is less than that of the vehicle,

a notice ind icating the maximum

permissible speed for the tyres must be

affixed within the driver’s field of vision

If y ou use the spare wheel when it is fitted

with a summer tyre, the vehicle’s

driveability may be affected, especia lly on

slippery road surfaces. Obtain a

replacement for the faulty tyre as soon as

possible, and have the wheel balanced

and fitted to the vehicle.

Wheel covers 3

If the whee l trims and tyre s used are not

Vauxhall-approved, make sure that the

tyres d o not hav e a bea ded edge – see

page 158.

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Ty re ch ain s 3

Limitations and further information –

see page 216.

Tyre chains are only permitted on the drive

wheels (front axle). They must be fitted to

the tyres symmetrically in order to achieve

a concentric fit.

Alw ays use fine mesh chains that add no

more than 10 m m to the tyre tread and the

inboard sides (including chain lock).

Wheel trims on steel wheels could come

into contact w ith parts of the chain and be

damaged. Remove the wheel trim –

see page 178.

Tyre cha ins may only be used at sp eeds up

to 30 mph (50 km/h) and, when travelling

on roads that are free of snow , they m ay be

used for brief periods only since they are

subject to rapid wear on a hard road and

may snap.

Temporary spare wheel 3:

Tyre chains must not be used on the

temporary spare wheel. If you need to use

tyre chains after suffering a flat front tyre,

fit the temporary spare on the rear axle

and transfer one of the rear wheels to the

front axle.

For notes on the temporary spare wheel –

see pages 178, 216.

Changing wheels – see page 178.

Varies from country to country on account of

national regulations .

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Roo f racks 3

For safety reasons and to avoid roof

damage, we recommend using the

Vauxhall roof rack system approved for

your vehicle.

Disengage covers concealing roof rack

mounts by pushing sliders in direction of

arrow (e.g. with coin) and remove. To close

roof rack mounts, insert covers at front and

enga ge sliders at rear.

Fasten the roof rack following the

instructions that ac company the system.

Driving hints – see page 138.

Towing equipment 3

Only use a trailer towing device approved

for the vehicle. Have a towing device fitted

by workshop, who will inform you of any

possible trailer load increases. They will

have the instructions for fitting the device

and any necessary changes to the vehicle

concerning cooling, heat shields or other

devices.

Mounting dimensions of towing

equipment 3 – see page 222.

Picture no: 14195s.tif

Towing equipment with

removable c oupling ball b ar 3

St owage of coup ling ba ll bar

The coupling ball bar is located in a bag

with the vehicle tools housed under the

spare wheel - see illustration above.

Spare wheel 3 - see page 177.

On vehicles with a tyre repair kit 3, the

coupling ball bar is located in the left

stowage compartment beneath the floor

cover in the luggage compartment - see

page 166, Fig. 17923 S.

9 Wa rning

Disreg ard of these notes ca n lead to

injuries which may be fatal. Vehicle

pass enge rs must b e informed

accordingly.

9 Warning

Disregard of these notes can lead to

injuries which may be fatal. Vehicle

passengers must be informed

accordingly.

9 Warning

The coupling ball bar is to be removed

when not towing.

164 Drivin g and Opera tion

Picture no: 15271s.tif

Fitting the c oupling b all ba r

Fold down the socket. Remove the sealing

plug from the hole for the coupling ball bar

and stow it in the luggage compartment.

Picture no: 12416t.tif

Checking the tensioning of the coupling

ball bar:

z Red marking on turn knob points

towards white marking on coupling ball

bar.

z Gap of a pprox. 4 mm be tween turn k nob

and coupling ba ll bar.

z Key is in lock at position 1.

Picture no: 12417t.tif

Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must be

tensioned before it is inserted into the

coupling housing:

z Unlock coupling ball bar (key to

position 1) – see Fig. 12416 T.

z Pull turn knob out and turn it forwards as

far as it will go – see illustration a bove.

165Driving an d Operation

Picture no: 12418t.tif

Inserting the coupling ball bar:

Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar into

the coupling housing and push firmly

upwards until the coupling ball bar

enga ges in position.

The turn knob snaps back into its home

position resting against the coupling ball

bar.

Picture no: 16484s.tif

Lock coup ling ball bar (key to p osition 2 –

see page 164, Fig. 12416 T). Remove key

and press protective flap into position.

When the coupling ball bar is locked, the

turn knob can no longer be pulled out.

Important

Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly

insta lled:

z Green marking on turn knob points

tow ards white marking on coupling ball

bar.

z No gap between turn knob and coupling

ball bar.

z Coupling ball bar must be seated firmly

in coup lin g hous ing.

z Coupling ball bar must be locked and

key must be removed.

Eye for break-away stopping cable

For trailers w ith brakes, attach break-a way

stopping cable to rear tow ing eye –

see arrow in Fig. 16484 S.

9 Wa rning

Do not touch the turn knob when

inserting the coup ling ball bar - risk of

in j u ry.

9 Warning

Towing is permitted only with a correctly

fitted towbar. If the towbar cannot be

fitted correctly, contact a workshop.

166 Drivin g and Opera tion

Picture no: 13670t.tif

Dismounting the coupling b all ba r

Unlock coupling ball bar (key to position 1 –

see page 164, Fig. 12416 T).

Pull turn knob out and turn it forwards as

far as it will go. Remove c oupling ball bar

downwards out of coupling housing.

Fold away the socket – see page 164,

Fig. 15271 S.

Insert the sealing plug in the hole for the

coupling ball bar.

Do not use steam-jet cleaners or other

high-pressure cleaners to clean the

coupling ball bar.

Picture no: 17923s.tif

Stowa ge of coupling b all b ar

Plac e coupling ball bar in bag, as show n on

page 163 in Fig . 14195 S, and attach next

to vehicle tools, beneath the spare wheel.

On vehicles with a tyre repair kit 3 , the

coupling ball bar is stored in the left

stowage compartment beneath the floor

cover in the luggage compartment - see

illustration above.

Caravan / trailer towing

C arava n and tra iler loads

The permissible caravan / trailer loads are

vehicle-dependent and engine-dependent

maximum values which must not be

exceeded. The actual caravan / trailer load

is the difference between the actual gross

weight of the caravan / trailer and the

actual coupling socket load with the

caravan / trailer coupled.

When the caravan / trailer load is being

checked, therefore, only the caravan /

trailer wheels – and not the jockey wheel –

must be sta nding on the weighing

apparatus.

The permissible caravan / trailer loads for

your vehicle are specified in the vehicle

documents. Unless otherwise specified,

they are valid for gradients up to

max. 12%.

Observe national regulations.

167Driving an d Operation

The permissible caravan / trailer load

should be fully utilised only by drivers who

are adequately experienced in towing

large or heavy caravans / trailers.

The permitted caravan / trailer load

applies up to the specified incline and up to

an altitude of 1000 metres above sea-level.

Since engine power decreases as altitude

increases because of the air becom ing

thinne r, there fore reducing climbing ability,

the permitted towing weight also

decreases by 10% for every 1000 metres of

additional altitude. The towing weight

does not have to be reduced when driving

on roads with slight inclines (less than 8%,

e.g. motorways).

The actual caravan / trailer load plus the

actual gross weight of the towing vehicle

must not exceed the maximum permitted

towing weight. For example, if the

permitted Gross Vehicle Weight is utilised,

the caravan / trailer load must only be used

until the maximum permitted towing

weight is reached. The maximum

permitted towing weight is shown on the

identification plate – see page 206.

Coupling soc ket load

The coupling socket load is the load

exerted by the caravan / trailer on the

coupling ball. It can be varied by cha nging

the weight distribution when loading the

caravan / trailer.

The maximum permissible coupling socket

load (55 kg) of the towing vehicle is

specified on the towing equipment

identification plate and in the vehicle

documents. This must always b e comp lied

with, particularly in the case of heavy

caravans / trailers. The coupling socket

loa d should be no less than 25 kg.

When m easuring the coupling socket load,

make sure that the drawbar of the loaded

caravan / trailer is at the same height as it

will be when the c aravan / trailer is coupled

with the towing vehicle loaded. Particularly

important for caravans / trailers w ith

tandem axle.

Rear a xle load during t owing

With the caravan / trailer connected and

the towing vehicle fully loaded, including

all occupants, the permitted rear axle load

(specified on identification plate and

vehicle documents) may be exceeded by

no more than 25 kg, and the maximum

permitted Gross Vehicle Weight by no more

than 30 kg.

If the maximum permitted rear axle load is

exceeded, a maximum speed of 60 mph

(100 km/h) applies, and 50 mph (80 km/h)

for commercial vehicles. Slower national

maximum speed limits for towed vehicles

must be complied with.

168 Drivin g and Opera tion

Picture no: 9358t.tif

Tyre pr essure

On the towing vehicle, increase the tyre

pressure to the value given for full load –

see page 216. Also check tyre pressures of

the trailer wheels and the spare whee l 3.

Picture no: 12421t.tif

Driving characteristi cs, towing tips

In the case of caravans / trailers with

brakes, attach the break-away stopping

cable to the eye (arrow in illustration).

Before attaching the caravan / trailer,

lubricate the ball of the cara van / trailer

towing device. How ever, do not lubricate

the ball if a stabiliser, which acts on the

coupling b all, is being used to damp

snaking.

Check caravan / trailer lighting before

starting to drive. The fog tail light on the

vehicle is deactivated when towing a

caravan or trailer.

Caravan / trailers with LED turn signals

must have a provision that makes it

possible to monitor standard light bulbs.

Turn signal control indicator - see page 86.

Handling is greatly influenced by the

loading of the caravan / trailer. Load s

should therefore be secured so that they

cannot slip , and should be placed in the

centre of the caravan / trailer if possible,

i.e. above the axle.

In the case of caravans / trailers with low

driving stability, do not exceed a speed of

50 mph (80 km/h); the use of a friction-type

stabiliser is strongly recommended.

Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h)

if possible, even in countries where higher

speeds are permitte d.

Make s ure th at y ou ha ve enoug h room

when cornering and avoid sudden

manoeuvres.

If the caravan / trailer starts to sway, drive

more slowly, do not attempt to correct the

steering and brake sharply if necessary.

If it is necessary to apply the brakes fully,

depress the footbrake as hard as possible.

Remember that the braking d istance for

vehicles towing caravans / trailers with and

without brakes is always greater than that

for vehicles not towing a caravan / trailer.

169Driving an d Operation

When driving downhill, the brakes are

under considerab ly m ore load when towing

a caravan / trailer. For this reason, drive in

the same gear as if driving uphill and drive

at a similar speed.

In Automatic mode, the Easytronic 3

automatically selects the drive programme

with optimum engine braking effect.

The cooling fan is electrically operated. Its

cooling power is therefore independent of

the engine speed.

Since a considerable amount of heat is

generated at high engine speeds and less

at slower speeds, do not shift down when

climbing hills while the vehicle is still coping

with the gradient in the higher gear.

Diesel engines: On gradients of 10% or

more, do not drive faster than 20 mph

(30 km/h) in first gear or 30 mph (50 km/h)

in second gear.

Picture no: 14196s.tif

Start ing on inclines

For vehicles with manual transmission, the

most favourable engine speed when

starting-off on an incline is between 2500

and 3000 rpm for petrol engines and

between 2000 and 2500 rpm for diesel

engines. Hold engine speed constant,

engage clutch gradually (let slip), release

ha ndb ra ke and open throttle. If possible,

the engine speed should not drop during

this procedure.

For vehicles with Easytronic 3 in Automa tic

mode, simply apply full gas.

Before starting-off under extreme

conditions (high combination weight,

mountainous terrain with steep inclines),

switch off all unnecessary electrical loads

(e.g. heated rear window, air conditioning

system 3, heated front seats 3 ).

170 Self-help, Vehicle Care

Self-help,

Vehicle Care

Diesel fuel system, bleeding

Never let the tank run dry!

If control indicator Y illuminates, refuel as

soon as possible. Refuel immediately if it

flas hes .

Restarting after running out of fuel is

possible, but starting behaviour will be

delayed. Turn on the ignition three times

for 15 seconds each time. Then start the

engine for a maximum of 40 seconds

If it does not start, repeat the p rocess after

waiting at least 5 seconds. If the engine still

does not start, contact a workshop.

Picture no: 16109s.tif

Bonnet

To open the bonnet, pull the release lever

located on the driver’s side below the

instrument panel. The bonnet will then be

unlocked and will partially open. Return

release lever to its original position.

Diesel fuel system, bleeding ..... .......... 170

Bonnet ............................... ............. ...... 170

Starting ............ ............................... ...... 171

Starting the engine with jump leads 3 172

Towing the v ehicle......................... ...... 173

Towing another vehicle......... .............. 175

Warning triangle ¨ 3,

First-aid kit +3................... .............. 176

Jac k £ and vehicle tools 3 ................ 176

Spare wheel 3 ...... ............................... . 177

Changing wheels ..... ............................ 178

Tyre repair kit 3 ............................. ...... 182

Electrical system ........... ............. .......... 186

Fuses and the most important circuits

they p rotect ............................. .......... 188

Bulb replacem ent ............................... . 190

Halogen headlight system .................. 191

Halogen headlight system 3,

Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) 3 193

Xenon headlight system .. ............. ...... 193

Parking lights ........... ............................ 195

Front turn sig nal lights .............. .......... 196

Front fog lights 3 .......... ....................... 196

Tail lights ........................... ............. ...... 197

Numb er plate light .. ............................ 198

Courtesy lig hts ......... ............................ 200

Vehicle care.......... ......... ....................... 202

9 Warning

Disregard of these notes can lead to

injuries which may be fatal. Vehicle

passengers must be informed

accordingly.

With engine Z 17 DTH:

For techn ical reasons, only possible for

30 secon ds. Sales designation - see page 209 .

171Self-help, Vehicle Care

Picture no: 17883s.tif

A re le ase le ve r is loca te d b e h i nd t h e

radiator grille just right of centre – as

viewed from the front.

To open, pull lever and raise bonnet.

Any dirt or snow on the bonnet can slide

down towards the windscreen when the

bonnet is opened and block the air intake –

see page 131.

Picture no: 14733s.tif

To hold the bonnet in the open position,

insert the support rod located at right

angles above the radiator grille into the

small slot in the underside of the bonnet.

Before closing bonnet, press support rod

firmly into its retainer. Lower the bonnet

gradually and then allow it to fall into the

lock under its own weight.

Check that the bonnet is locked in position

by pulling at its front edge. If it is not

engaged, repeat the procedure.

Starting

Do not sta rt wit h quick charger

This prevents damage to electronic

components.

Do not start by pushing or towing

Because your vehicle is fitted with a

catalytic converter, it must not be started

by pushing or towing – see page 145.

The v ehicle can only be started using jum p

leads – see following page.

172 Self-help, Vehicle Care

Starting the engine with jump

leads 3

A vehicle with a discharged battery can be

started using jump lead s and the battery of

another vehicle.

Attempts to start the vehicle should be

made at intervals of one minute and

should not last longer than 15 seconds.

Picture no: 15286a.tif

z Never expose the battery to naked

flames or sparks.

z A discharged battery can freeze at a

temperature of approx. 0 °C. Alwa ys

thaw a frozen battery in a warm room

before connecting jump leads.

z Do not allow battery fluid to come into

contact with eyes, skin, fabrics or

painted surfaces. The fluid contains

sulphuric ac id which can cause injuries

and damage in the event of d irect

contact.

z Wear eye protection and protective

clothing when handling a battery.

z Use auxiliary battery with same voltage

(12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be

considerably less than that of the

discharged battery. Voltage and

capacity information can be found on

the batteries.

z Use jump leads with insulated terminals

and a cross section of at least 16 mm

(25 mm

for diesel engines).

z Do not disconnect the discharged

battery from the vehicle.

z Switch off all unnecessary electrical

consumers.

z Do not lean over the ba ttery during jump

starting.

z Do not allow the terminals of one lead to

touch those of the other lead.

z Do not touch the vehicles while jump

starting.

z Apply handbrake. Manual transmission

in neutral (Easytronic 3 in position N).

9 Wa rning

Be extrem ely careful when starting with

jump leads. Any deviation from the

following instructions can lead to injuries

or damage caused by battery explosion

or damage to the e lec trical syste ms of

both vehicles.

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Picture no: 16485s.tif

Connect the lea ds in the order shown in the

illustration:

1. Connect one end of the first jump lead to

the positive terminal 1 of the battery

providing the jump start (identified by

"+" sign on battery case or terminal).

2. Connect the other end of this lead to the

positive terminal 2 of the discharged

battery ("+" sign).

3. Connect the first end of the other jump

lead to the negative terminal 3 of the

battery providing the start ("–" sign).

4. Connect the other end of the second

ju mp l ead 4 to ground on the other

vehicle, e.g. e ngine block or scre w

connection in the engine suspension.

z Do not connect leads to negative

terminal of discharged battery!

z The connection point should be as far

away from the discharged battery as

possible.

z Route the leads so that they cannot

catch on rotating parts in the engine

compartment.

z Start the engine of the vehicle providing

the jump start.

z After 5 minutes, start the other engine.

Start attempts should be made at

intervals of 1 minute and should not last

longer than 15 seconds.

z After starting, allow both engines to idle

for approx. 3 minutes with the leads

connected.

z In order to avoid excess voltage in the

electrical system, before removing a

lead, switch on an electrical consumer

(e.g. light, heated rear window) in the

vehicle receiving the jump start.

z Reverse above sequence exactly whe n

removing leads.

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Towing the vehicle

To open the cap of the front right towing

eye, disengage the bottom of the cap and

pull downwards to remove.

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Picture no: 14198s.tif

The towing eye is located in the vehicle tool

bag 3 in the luggage compartment

bene ath the spare wheel 3 - see illustration

above - or, for model variants with a tyre

repair kit 3, in a stow age compartment

beneath the floor cover - see page 177,

Fig. 17918 S.

Spare wheel 3 – see page 177.

Tyre repair kit 3 – see page 182.

Jac k and vehicle tools 3 – see page 176.

Picture no: 17897s.tif

Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise as far

as it will go until it stops in a horizontal

position.

Attach a tow rope 3 – or better still a

tow rod 3 – to the eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not recovering a vehicle.

Switch on ignition to release steering

colum n lock and t o pe rmit o p e ra tion of

brake lights, horn and windscreen wiper.

Manual transmission in neutral,

Easytronic 3 in position N.

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive

tractive force can damage the vehicle.

To prevent the entry of exhaust fum es from

the tow ing vehicle, switch on the air

recirculation 3 and close the windows.

Contact a workshop who will provide a

reliable, fa st and professional repair.

9 Warning

For braking and steering, significantly

hig her forces are required:

Brake assistance and steering assistance

are effective only with the engine

running.

175Self-help, Vehicle Care

If the automatic clutch is released

manually after a power failure on vehicles

with Easytronic 3, towing is not permitted,

see page 137. In this case, contact a

workshop immediately.

After towing, unscrew towing eye by

rotating clockwise and insert and close the

cap.

Towing service

Entrust your vehicle only to the towing

service of your choice and obtain an

estimate on towing costs before employing

any towing service. In this way you avoid

unnecessary costs and possible insurance

problems during claim processing .

Picture no: 14199s.tif

Towing another vehicle

Attach a tow rope 3 – or better still a

tow rod 3 – to the rear towing eye on the

right side of the vehicle underbody, but

never to the rear axle.

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive

tractive force can damage the vehicle.

Picture no: 17898s.tif

On some model variants, the towing eye is

located behind a cover 3.

Slacken the screw a quarter turn with a

screwdriver 3 (see illustration) and remove

the cover.

The tow ing eye must only be used for

towing and not recovering a vehicle.

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive

tractive force can damage the vehicle.

After towing, fit cover and secure with

screw.

176 Self-help, Vehicle Care

Picture no: 16140s.tif

Warning triangle ¨ 3,

first-aid kit +3

The warning triangle and first-aid kit

(cushion) are strapped with a rubber band

in the stowage compartment on the

left-hand side of the luggage

compartment, beneath the floor covering.

Picture no: 14201s.tif

To op en, remove the luggage

compartment cover 3 – see page 54, lift

the floor us ing the ha ndle and raise

towards the front.

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Jack £ and veh icle to ols 3

The jack and the vehicle tools have been

specially developed for your vehicle and

must only be used on that vehicle. Only use

jack for cha nging wheels.

The jack and vehicle tools are stowed in a

bag und erneath the spare wheel 3 in the

luggage compartment.

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For vehicles with a tyre repair kit 3, the

tools a re stowed together with the tyre

repair kit in the stowage compartment

beneath the floor cover in the luggage

compartment.

Spare wheel 3

Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre

repair kit instead of a spare wheel.

See page 182.

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The spare wheel is in a recess in the floor of

the vehicle and is screwed down with a

wing nut.

To access the spare wheel, remove the

lugg age compartment cover 3 – see

page 54, lift the floor c over using the

handle and raise towards the front. Fold

the spare wheel cover up towards the front.

Stowing standard size tyres in the spare

wheel well

The spare wheel well is not designed for all

size s of comme rcia lly availab le tyre s. If a

larger wheel must be stow ed in the spare

wheel well after changing wheels, place the

floor cover on the overlaying wheel.

General inform ation

Depending on the model variant, the sp are

wheel may be in the form of a temporary

spare wheel 3. Refer to the notes on this

page and pages 162, 216.

On vehicles with alloy wheels 3, the spare

wheel may have a steel rim.

If y ou use win ter tyres 3, the spare wheel

ma y still be fitted with a summer tyre. If y ou

use the spare wheel, the v ehicle’ s handling

may be altered. Obtain a replacement for

the faulty tyre as soon as possible, and

have the wheel balanced and fitted to the

vehicle.

The spare wheel may have a smaller tyre

and a smaller rim than the wheels mounted

on the vehicle

: Using the spare wheel may

alter the driving behaviour of the vehicle.

Have the defective tyre replaced as soon

as possible, balance the wheel and have it

mounted on the vehicle.

Country-specific version:

In some countries, the spare wheel may only

be used as a temporary spare wheel.

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Notes on tempor ary spa re wheel 3

z If the temporary spare wheel is used, the

handling of the vehicle may change,

particularly if winter tyres 3 are being

used .

z The Electronic Stability Program

ESP®

Pl us

3 m ay sw i tc h itse lf off.

z Replace defective tyres as soon as

possible, balance wheel and fit to

vehicle.

z Fit only one temporary spare wheel.

z Do not d riv e faster than 50 mph

(80 km/h).

z Ta ke c urv es slowly .

z Do not use the tem porary spare wheel

for a lengthy period.

z Replace tempora ry spare wheel with full

specification w heel without delay.

z Ty re ch ains 3 are not perm itted on the

temporary spare wheel. If tyre cha ins

have to be used after a front wheel

puncture, fit temporary spare wheel to

the rear axle and fit a rear wheel to the

front axle. Check tyre pressure and

correct if necessary, see page 216.

z Note the information on the temporary

spare wheel on pages 162, 216.

Notes on directional tyres 3

Directiona l tyres only achieve their full

performance potential when mounted in

the prescribed direction of rotation. If, after

a flat tyre, the tyre or spare wheel is

mounted against the prescribed direction

of rotation, observe the following:

z Driving conditions may be altered.

Replace the defective tyre as soon as

possible, balance the wheel and mount it

on the v ehicle.

z Do not drive faster than 50 mph

(80 km/h).

z Drive especially carefully in wet or snowy

weather.

For further information on directional

tyres – se e p age 158.

Changing wheels

There may be a tyre repair kit instead of a

spare wheel – see page 182.

To ensure your safety, make the following

preparations and observe the following

inform ation when changing wheels:

z Park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-

skid surface .

z Switch on the hazard warning lights,

apply the handbrake, eng age first gear

or reverse gear (Easytronic 3 in

position N or R).

z Correctly set up the warning triangle.

Warning triangle – see page 176.

z Remove spare wheel from luggage

compartment, see previous page.

z Before raising the vehicle, set the front

wheels to the straight-ahead position.

z Never change more than one wheel

at a time.

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z Block the wheel diagonally opposite the

wheel to be changed, by placing wedge

bloc ks or equivalent in front and behind

th e whee l.

z Use the jack 3 only to change wheels.

z If the ground on which the vehicle is

standing is soft, a solid b oa rd (max. 1 cm

thick) should be placed under the jack 3.

Using a thicker board could damage the

ja ck and the vehicle.

z No people or animals may be in the

vehicle when it is jacked up.

z Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.

z Do not start or run the engine while the

vehicle is on the jack.

z Before inserting the wheel bolts when

cha nging wheels, lightly grease the cone

of each bolt. For this reason, carry some

conventional grease.

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1. Remove the wheel trim using the hook 3

found with the vehicle tools. Vehicle

tools - see page 176.

If the wheel trim has visible wheel

bolts 3, the trim can remain on the

wheel. The retaining washers 3 on the

wheel bolts must not be removed.

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Alloy wheels 3:

Prise off the hub cap by inserting a

screwdriver 3 in the rec ess at the side of

the hub cap. Protect the rim by placing a

soft cloth between the screwdriver and

the alloy wheel.

Remove wheel bolt caps 3 from wheel

bolts.

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Alloy wheels with anti-theft lock 3:

Unscrew hub cap using key included in

vehicle tools 3 and remove it.

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2. Slacken wheel bolts using wheel bolt

wrench 3, putting on the wheel bolt

wrench 3 as far as possible.

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3. The jacking points on the vehicle

underbody are marked by depressions

on the lower body sill.

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4. Before positioning the jack 3, set it to the

necessary height by rotating the eye by

hand. Position the jack arm at the front

or rear so that the ja ck claw (see arrow in

illustration) spans the vertical base and

grip s in the rece ss in the vertical base .

Make sure it is properly positioned.

With VXR 3 and VXR Line 3, the jack 3

must not be used, since the vehicle may

be damaged. Consult a workshop.

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The ed ge of the jack base must be on the

ground directly below the jacking point,

in a manner that prevents it from

slipping.

Raise vehicle by turning crank handle.

If this is not the case, carefully lower the

vehicle immediately and reposition the

jack.

5. Unscrew wheel bolts and wipe clean with

a cloth. Then apply a light coating of

grease to the wheel bolts. Do not grease

the thread of the bolts. Do not put the

wheel bolts down in a location where

they may become soiled.

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If the wheel bolts have retaining

washers 3, they must not be removed.

6. Change the wheel. Notes on spare

wheel – see page 177, notes on

temporary spare wheel – see page 178.

7. Screw in wheel bolts and tighten slightly,

inserting the wheel bolt wrench 3 as far

as possible.

8. Lower vehicle.

9. Tighten wheel bolts crosswise, putting on

wheel bolt wrench 3 as far as possible.

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10. Before refitting the whee l trim, clea n the

wheel around the retaining clips. The

valve symbol 3 on the back of the

wheel trim must point toward s valve on

wheel.

Align and refit wheel trim or wheel bolt

caps 3.

Alloy wheels 3:

Put hub cap on and engage, inserting

pin on rear of hub cap into relevant hole

in wheel.

Alloy wheels with anti-theft lock 3:

Put hub cap on. Insert and tighten

anti-theft lock 3.

11.Stow the replaced wheel, vehicle tools

and warning triangle -

see pages 176, 177.

12. Check the tyre inflation pressure of the

newly fitted wheel. Adjust as necessary.

13. Have the tightening torque of the whe el

bolts on the new wheel checked on the

ve hicle usin g a torque wre nc h as soon

as possible a nd, if nece ssary, corrected.

Tightening torque – see page 216.

14. Replace the faulty tyre on the wheel

that was removed.

15. Replace temporary spare wheel 3 with

a full specification wheel without delay.

Tyre repair kit 3

Minor damage to the tyre tread and

sidewall, e.g. foreign bodies, can be

remedied with the tyre repair kit.

Do not remove the foreign body from the

tyre.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is on

the rim cannot be repaired with the tyre

repair kit.

Important information – see page 185.

In the event of a fla t tyre:

z Switch on hazard warning lights and

apply handbrake. In vehicles with

manual transmission, select 1st gear or

reverse gear (Easytronic 3 in

position N or R).

z Correctly set up the warning triangle.

Warning tria ngle – see page 176.

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The tyre repair kit is in a stowage

compartment beneath the floor cover in

the luggage compartment.

1. Remove ba g containing tyre repair kit

from stowage compartment. Carefully

remove parts from bag.

2. Remove the compressor.

9 Warning

Driving with tyre pressures that are too

low or deflated tyres can cause invisible

damage to the tyre. This damage cannot

be eliminated with a tyre repair kit. Park

the vehicle and contact a workshop.

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3. Remove the electrical connection cable

and air hose from the stowage

com partments on the underside of the

com pressor.

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4. Screw the air compressor hose to the

connection on the sealant bottle.

5. Fit the sealant bottle in the retainer on

the compressor.

Set the compressor near the tyre in such

a way that the sealant bottle is upright.

6. Re move the valv e cap from the de fective

tyre.

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7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.

8.The switch on the compressor must be

se t to §.

9. Plug the compressor connector into the

accessory socket or the cigarette lighter

socket. For accessory sockets, see

page 79.

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10. Switch on ignition.

11.Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled with

sealant.

12. While the sealant bottle drains

(approx. 30 seconds) the pressure

indicator on the compressor briefly

points to 6 bar (87 psi). Pressure then

sinks aga in.

13. All of the sealant is pumped into the

tyre. Afterwards, the tyre is filled with

air.

14.The prescribed tyre pressure – see

page 216, should be reached within

10 minutes. Switch off the comp ressor

when the correct pressure is obtained.

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If the specified tyre pressure is not

reached within 10 minutes, remove the

tyre repair kit. Move the vehicle through

one tyre rotation, approx. 2 metres, in

either direction. Reconnect the tyre

repair kit and continue the filling

process for 10 minutes. If the specified

tyre pressure is still not reached, the tyre

is too badly damaged. Park the vehicle

and contact a workshop .

Drain excess tyre pressure with the

button over the pressure indicator.

Do not run the compressor for more

than 10 minutes, see "Important

information" on page 185.

15. Detach the tyre repair kit. Screw the

filler hose to the free connection on the

sealant bottle. This prevents sealant

leakage. Stow the tyre repair kit in the

luggage compartment.

16. Wipe away any sealant spill with a

cloth.

17. Dismantle the warning triangle and

stow it in the luggage compa rtment –

see page 176.

18. The provided sticker shows the

max imum permitted speed at which the

vehicle may be driven after a tyre repair

has been made. Affix sticker in driver’s

field of v iew.

19. Continue driving im mediately to a llow

the sealant to distribute evenly

throughout the tyre. Stop after approx.

6 miles (10 km) or no more than 10

min utes , a nd chec k ty re pr essure. S crew

the air compressor hose directly onto

the tyre valve (see Fig. 15798 T on next

page).

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As long as the tyre pressure is more

than 1.3 bar (19 psi) it may be adjusted

to the prescribed value. Repeat the

procedure until there is no more

pres sure loss.

If the tyre pressure has fallen below

1.3 bar (19 psi), the vehicle may no

longer be used. Contact a workshop.

20. Stow the tyre repair kit in the luggage

compartment – see page 182.

Imp or tant

The driving comfort of the repaired tyre is

severely affe cted, therefore ha ve this tyre

replaced.

If the comp ressor ma kes abnormal noises

or hea ts up greatly , switch it off for at least

30 minutes.

The integrated safety valve opens at a

pressure of 7 bar (102 psi).

Protect the compressor from moisture and

ra in.

The sealant can only be stored for

approx. 4 years. After this time, the sealing

properties can no long er be guaranteed.

Heed the expiration date on the sealant

bottle.

The sealant bottle can only be used once.

Replace a used sealant bottle.

The compressor and sealant can be used

from app rox. -30 °C.

Dispose of a used tyre repair kit in

accorda nce with applicable legisla tion.

An adapter for filling air mattresses, inner

tubes, etc. is located on the underside of

the compressor. Remove by unscrewing the

air compressor hose and pulling out the

adapter.

9 Warning

Do not drive faster than 50 mph

(80 km/h).

Do not use the temporary spare w heel for

a lengthy period.

Steerability and driving b ehaviour may

be impaired.

Have the repaired tyre repla ced as soon

as possible.

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Electrical system

Fuses

In the ve hicle, there are two fuseboxes:

one in the vehicle interior, below the

instrument panel, and a nother in the

engine bay, in front of the windscreen.

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We recommend carrying a complete set of

fuses.

Put spare fuses in the p rov id ed loca tion in

the fusebox in the instrument panel

(marked in yellow in the illustration). Open

cover – see page 188.

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

9 Wa rning

Electronic ignition systems generate very

high voltages. Do not touch the ignition

system; high voltage can be fatal.

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A defective fuse can be recognized b y its

melted wire. A new fuse should only be

installed after the cause of the trouble has

been rectified.

To help in replacing fuses, there is a special

fuse-gripping tool in the fusebox 3.

Slot fuse-gripping tool onto fuse and

withdraw it.

Alw ays use fuses with the specified rating.

This is shown on each fuse, and is also

indica ted by the fuse colour and the plug-

in location in the fusebox.

Fus e Fuse

colour rating

Grey 2 A

Brow nis h ye llow 5 A

Brown 7.5 A

Red 10 A

Blue 15 A

Yellow 20 A

Light green 30 A

Pink (Maxi-Fuse) 30 A

Orange 40 A

Red (Maxi-Fuse) 50 A

Yellow (Maxi-Fuse) 60 A

Black (Maxi-Fuse) 80 A

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Fuses a nd the m ost importan t

circuits they protect

Fusebox in passenger compa rtment

Disengage fusebox cover at bottom and

remove.

Some circuits may be protected by several

fuses.

No. C ircuit Rating

1 Central control unit 7.5 A

2 Immobiliser,

hazard warning lights,

exterior lighting

5 A

3 Headlight wash system 30 A

No. Circ uit Rat ing

4 Infota inment system,

diesel engine

20 A

5 ––

6 ––

7 Starter,

diesel engine:

engine controller

10 A

8 Horn 15 A

9 Fuel injection system,

fuel pump,

sta tionary heater

20 A

10 Turn signal lights 20 A

11 Infota inment system,

Inform ation d isplay

20 A

12 Heated rear window,

exterior mirrors

7.5 A

13 Central locking,

Va ux ha ll alarm s ys tem

10 A

14 Engine control

Petrol engine:

Diesel engine:

15 A

7.5 A

15 Engine control unit,

Z 17 DTH engine

10 A

15 A

16 Accessory socket,

cigarette lighter

20 A

No. Circuit Rating

17 ––

18 Ada ptive Forward Lighting

(AFL)

15 A

19 Central locking system 20 A

20 Interior lighting,

reading light

5 A

21 Windscree n wash system 15 A

22 Rear electric windows 20 A

23 Slide / tilt sunroof,

skylight roof

20 A

24 Vauxhall alarm system 5 A

25 Rear window wiper 15 A

26 Ignition system,

engine electronics

15 A

27 Engine control,

a irb ags, ESP®

Plus

5 A

28 Air conditioning system 7.5 A

29 Front left electric window 20 A

30 ––

31 Engine control,

Z 17 DTH engine

7. 5 A

10 A

32 Front rig ht elec tric wind ow 20 A

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No. C ircuit Rating

33 Central control module,

immobiliser,

control indicators

5 A

34 Windscreen wiper 30 A

35 Interior lighting,

interior mirror,

information display

5 A

36 Brake light, ABS, ESP®

Pl us

15 A

37 Cigarette lighter,

auxiliary heater

20 A

38 Seat heater (left) 15 A

39 Seat heater (right) 15 A

40 Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL),

automatic headlight ra ng e

adjustment

5 A

41 Reversing lights 15 A

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No. Circ uit Rat ing

42 Engine cooling,

lighting

5 A

43 Left parking light 5 A

44 Right parking light 5 A

45 Fog tail light 10 A

46 Front fog lights 15 A

47 Towing equipm ent,

accessory socket

20 A

48 Diesel filter heater 30 A

49 ––

50 Diesel filter heater 30 A

No. Circuit Rating

51 Left dipped beam:

Xenon headlight

Halogen headlight

15 A

10 A

52 Right dipped beam:

Xenon headlight

Halogen headlight

15 A

10 A

53 Sunroof,

electric windows,

radio

5 A

54 Main beam (left) 10 A

55 Main beam (right) 10 A

56 ––

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Fusebox in engine compartment

The fusebox is at the front of the engine

compartment, near the windscreen.

Disengage cover of fusebox from lug and

lift off.

Some circuits may be protected by several

fuses.

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The following fuses are Maxi fuses.

Bulb replacement

Before replacing a bulb, switch ignition off

and switch relevant switch off.

Only hold new bulb at base! Do not touch

the bulb glass with bare hands, otherwise

fingerprints on the glass evapora te.

Residue builds up on the reflector

eventually resulting in a dull reflector.

Inadvertently stained bulbs may be

cleaned with a clean non-fluffy cloth, using

alcohol or white spirits.

The replacement b ulb must be in

accordance with the data on the base of

the defective bulb. Do not exceed wattage

given on bulb base.

Headl ight ai ming

We recommend that headlight adjustment

be carried out by a workshop who will have

s pec ia l equip me n t.

When adjusting headlights, headlight

range adjustment must be set to 0.

9 Wa rning

Turn off engine before opening fusebox,

risk o f in jury.

No. Circ uit Rat ing

1 Interior fan 30 A

2 Electric Power Steering

(EPS)

50 A

3 ABS 40 A

4 Easytronic,

diesel preheating system

60 A

80 A

5 Heated rear window 30 A

6 Engine cooling 50 A

7 Starter 30 A

8 Engine cooling 40 A

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Halogen headlight system

Headlights with separate systems for

dipped beam 1 (bottom lights) and main

beam 2 (top lights).

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Dipped beam

1. Open bonnet and engage support.

2. To replace the bulb on the left-hand

side, remove the relay box.

To replace the bulb on the right-hand

side, remove the air hose from the air

filter.

3. Rotate the headlight protective cover

anticlockwise and remove.

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4. Press the bulb down in the hold er.

5. Remove bulb with connector from

reflector housing.

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6. Detach plug connector from bulb base.

7. Fit connector onto new bulb, without

touching the glass.

8. Insert the bulb with connector so that

the lug engages in the recess in the

reflector.

9. Place headlight protective cover in

position and close.

10. Insert relay box after replacing bulb at

left-hand side.

After replacing the bulb on the right-

hand side, reattach the air hose to the

air filter and engage.

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Main beam

1. Open bonnet and engage support.

2. To replace the bulb on the left-hand

side, remove the relay box.

To replace the bulb on the right-hand

side, remove the air hose from the air

filter.

3. Rotate the headlight protective cover

anticlockwise and remove.

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4. Detach plug connector from bulb.

5. Disengage spring wire clip from

retaining lugs by moving it forwards

and swivel it aside.

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6. Remove bulb from reflector housing.

7. When fitting a new bulb , engage the

lugs in the recesses on the reflector

without touching the glass.

8. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector

onto bulb.

9. Place headlight protective cover in

position and close.

10. Insert relay box after replacing bulb at

left-hand side.

After replacing the bulb on the right-

hand side, reattach the air hose to the

air filter and engage.

Halogen headlight system 3,

Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL) 3

Halogen headlight system for dipped and

main beam in combination with curve and

turn lighting.

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Xenon headlight system

He adlights with se parate sy ste ms for

dipped b eam 1 (bottom lights) and main

beam 2 (top lights).

Dipp ed beam

9 Warning

We recommend having bulbs for dipped

beam, m ain beam, turn lighting, parking

lights and turn sig nal lights replaced by a

workshop only.

9 Warning

The dipped beam works with very high

electrical voltage. Do not touch, risk of

fatal injury. Have bulbs changed by a

workshop.

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Main beam

1. Open bonnet and engage support.

2. Remove headlight protective cover.

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3. Detach plug connector from bulb.

4. Disengage spring wire clip from

retaining lug and swivel upward.

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5. Remove bulb from reflector housing.

6. When fitting a new bulb, engage the

lugs in the recesses on the reflector

without touching the glass.

7. Engage spring wire clip, plug connector

onto bulb.

8. Place headlight protective cover in

position and close.

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Parking lights

1. Open bonnet and engage support.

2. To replace the bulb on the left-hand

side, remove the relay box.

To replace the bulb on the right-hand

side, remove the air hose from the air

filter.

3. Turn the main beam headlight cover

cap anticlockwise and remove.

For vehicles with Xenon headlight

sy ste m 3, remove the headlight cover

cap – see page 194, Fig. 14219 S.

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4. Push side lugs of parking light holder

together and remove holder from

reflector.

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5. Remove bulb from socket.

6. Insert new bulb, without touching the

glass.

7. Insert bulb socket in reflector.

8. Place headlight protective cover in

position and close.

9. Insert relay box after replacing bulb on

left-hand side.

10. After replacing the bulb on the right-

hand side, reattach the air hose to the

air filter and engage.

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Front turn signal lights

1. Open bonnet and engage support.

2. To replace the bulb on the left-hand

side, remove the relay box.

To replace the bulb on the right-hand

side, remove the air hose from the air

filter.

3. Rotate left turn signal light bulb carrier

and disengage.

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4. Remove bulb mounting from reflector.

5. Detach bulb from bulb mounting.

6. Insert new bulb into bulb m ounting,

without touching the glass.

7. Insert new bulb so that the two lugs on

the bulb mounting engage in the

recesses in the reflector.

8. Rotate bulb carrier to right as far as it

will go.

9. Insert relay box after replacing bulb at

left-hand side.

After replacing the bulb on the right-

hand side, reattach the air hose to the

air filter and engage.

Side turn signal lights

Have bulbs changed by a workshop.

Front fog lights 3

Have bulbs changed by a workshop.

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Tail lights

1. Unscrew the four screws from the bulb

housing using a screwdriver 3.

2. Pull bulb housing, reflector and fog tail

light out of retainers to rear.

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3. Disengage the p lug of the main bulb

mounting by pressing (arrow in

illustration) and pull from bulb

mounting.

4. Disengage lug of fog tail light plug (see

arrow in illustration) and remove.

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5. Slacken both screws on the back of the

main bulb mounting. Press the catches

of the bulb mounting together and

remove the bulb mounting.

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Bulbs in ma in bulb mounting:

1 = Turn signal

2 = Brake light

3 = Tail light

4 = Reversing light

Remove bulb from socket.

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Fog tail light bulb:

Rotate bulb mounting anticlockwise and

disengage.

Remove bulb from socket.

6. Insert new bulb, being careful not to

touch the bulb glass, and engage the

bulb mounting in the bulb housing .

7. Retighten both screws on the back of the

main bulb mounting. Connect both

plugs. Insert bulb housing with retaining

pins to vehicle body and fasten housing

with the four screws.

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Number plate ligh t

1. Insert screwdriver 3 vertically on right-

ha nd side of bulb housing, ex ert p re ssure

tow ards the right and disengage spring.

Remove the bulb housing downwards.

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2. Rotate bulb holder to left and

disengage.

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3. Re move bulb from socket.

4. Insert new bulb, without touching the

glass.

5. Engage bulb holder by rotating right in

bulb housing. Insert bulb housing and

engage.

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Courtesy lights

Front courtesy light, readi ng lights 3

To ensure that no power is supplied to the

lights, close the doors before removing.

1. Unclip the scatter disc on the housing at

the point shown in the illustration.

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2. Re move bulb from socket.

3. Insert new bulb, without touching the

glass.

4. Mount housing and engage in position.

Rear c ourtesy light,

rear read ing lights 3

Have bulbs changed by a workshop.

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Picture no: 12927j.tif

Glov e com part ment light ,

lugg age compa rtment light

To ensure that no power is supplied to the

lights, close the doors or hold the contact

switch depressed before removing.

1 . Pris e th e light o u t wit h a s cr ewdr iv er 3

and remove.

Picture no: 12928j.tif

2. Press bulb slig htly towards spring c lip

and remove.

3. Insert new bulb, without touching the

glass.

4. Insert light in opening and engage in

position.

Instrum ent illumi na tion,

Inform ation d isplay illumi nation

Have bulbs changed by a workshop.

202 Self-help, Vehicle Care

Vehicle care

When caring for your vehicle, observe all

national environmental regulations,

particularly when washing it.

Regular, thorough care helps to imp rove

the appearance of your vehicle and

maintain its value over the years. It is also

a prerequisite for warranty claims for any

paint or corrosion dam age.

The following pages contain tips for vehicle

care which, if used properly, will help

combat the unavoidable damaging effects

of the environm ent.

Vehicle ca re aids 3

Vehicle wash:

z Wash brush,

z Car Shampoo,

z Car Sponges,

z Insect Removal Sponge,

z Chamois Leather,

z Wheel cleane rs,

z Engine cleaners,

z Glass cleaners.

Vehicle care:

z Paintwork Cleaner,

z Paintwork Polish,

z Metallic Paintw ork Wax,

z Hard wax,

z Touch-up pens,

z Touch-Up / Aerosol Paint,

z Wheel Preserve r,

z Insect Remover,

z Window Cleaning Spray,

z Vauxhall Windscreen Wash Solvent,

z Silicone Oil for Rubber Seals,

z Cleaner,

z Alloy Wheel Cleaner,

z Alloy Wheel Preserver,

z Rust Preventative.

Washing

The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to

environmental influences, e.g. continuous

changes in w eather conditions, industrial

waste gases and dust or thawing salts, so

wash a nd wax your vehicle regularly . When

using autom atic car wa shes, select a

programme which includes waxing.

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, pollen

and the like should be cleaned off

immediately, as they contain aggressive

constituents which can cause paint

damage.

If using a car wash, comply with the

pertinent instructions of the manufacturer

of the car wash. Windscreen wiper and rear

window wiper must be switched off, see

pages 11 and 12. Unscrew antenna 3 and

roof-mounted luggage carrier 3, stand on

door sill to reach them more ea sily.

If y ou wash your vehicle by hand, make

sure that the insides of the wings are also

thoroughly rinsed out.

Clean edges and folds on opened doors

and flaps as well as the areas they cover.

Thoroughly rinse off and leather-off the

vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use

sepa rate leathers for paint and window

surfaces: remnants of wax on the windows

will impair vision.

Observe national regulations.

203Self-help, Vehicle Care

Waxing

Wax your vehicle regularly, in particular

after it has been washed using shampoo,

and at the latest when water no longer

forms beads on the paintwork, otherwise

the paintwork will dry out.

Also wax e dge s and folds on opened doors

and flaps as well as the areas they cover.

Polishing

Polishing is necessary only if the paint has

become dull or if solid deposits have

become attached to it.

Paintwork polish with silicone forms a

protective film, making waxing

unnecessary.

Plastic body parts should not be treated

with wax and polish.

Use Metallic Paintwork Wax on vehicles

with a metallic-effect paint finish.

Wheels

Use a p H-neutral whee l clea ning a gent to

clean the whee ls.

Whe els are painted a nd can be treate d

with the same agents as the body. For alloy

wheels, we recommend use of Alloy Wheel

Preserver.

Paintwork damage

Repair m inor p aintwork damage such as

stone chips, scratches e tc. im mediately

using a touch-up pen or spray, before rust

forms. If rust has already formed, have a

workshop eliminate the cause. Also check

the surfaces and edges facing the road

surface on which rust may have developed

unnoticed for some time.

Exterior lights

Headlight and other protective light bezels

are made of plastic. If they require

additional cleaning after the vehicle has

been wa shed , clean them w ith C ar

Shampoo. Do not use any abrasive or

caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper,

and do not clean them dry.

Plastic and rubb er parts

If the car wash does not clean plastic and

rubber parts adequa tely, use cleaner

suita ble for vehicle interiors. Do not use any

other agent, and in particular do not use

solvents or petrol.

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners on

wheels and tyres.

204 Self-help, Vehicle Care

Interior and upholstery

Clean the vehicle interior, including the

instrument panel facia, using interior

cleaner.

The instrument panel should only be

cleaned using a soft damp cloth.

Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum

cleaner and brush. To remove stains, use

cleaner that is suitable for both fab rics and

vinyl.

Do not use cleaning agents such as

acetone, tetrachloride, paint thinner, paint

remover, nail varnish remover, washing

powder or bleach. Petrol is also unsuitable.

Open Velcro fasteners on clothing could

damage seat upholstery. Make sure that

Velcro fasteners are closed.

Seat belts

Alw ays keep seat belts clean and dry.

Clean only with lukewarm water or Cleaner.

Wi nd ows

Whe n cleaning the he ated rear w indow,

make sure that the heating element on the

inside of the window is not damaged.

Use a soft lint-free c loth or cham ois leather

in conjunction with Window Cleaning Spray

and Insect Remover.

Vauxhall Windscreen Wash Solvent is

suitable for defrosting w indows.

For mechanical removal of ice, use a

commerc ially available sharp-edged ice

scraper. Press the scraper firmly against

the glass so that no dirt can get under it

and scra tch the glass.

Windscreen wiper blades

Wax, such as that used in car w ashes, can

cause streaking on the windscreen when

the wiper is used.

Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with

a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen

Wash Solvent, and replaced if necessary –

see page 233.

Locks

The locks are factory-lubricated with a high

quality lock cylinder grease. This prevents

the locks from freezing. Only use de-icer in

urgent c ase s as this de stroys the grease

and damages the func tion of the locks.

After using de-icer, have a workshop

regrease the locks.

205Self-help, Vehicle Care

Eng ine compar tment

Look after areas in the engine

compartment that are painted in the same

colour as the vehicle like any other

paintwork.

It is adv isable to wash the engine

compartment before and after winter and

preserve it with wax. Before engine

washing, cover alternator and brake fluid

reservoir with plastic sheeting.

When washing the engine with a steam-jet

cle ane r, do not d ire ct the ste am jet at

components of the Anti-lock Brake

System (ABS), the automatic air

conditioning system 3 or the b elt drive and

its components.

Engine washing also rem oves subsequently

applied protective wax. Therefore after

washing, have a workshop protect the

engine, parts of the braking system in the

engine bay, axle elements with steering,

body elements and cavities, thoroughly

with protective wax.

An engine wash can be performed in the

spring in order to remove dirt that has

adhered to the engine compartment,

which may also have a high salt content.

Check protective wax layer and make good

if necessary.

Do no t use high -press ure jet clea ne rs in the

engine compartment.

Underbody

Your vehicle has a factory-applied PVC

undercoating in the wheel arches

(including the longitudinal mem bers) which

provides permanent protection and needs

no special maintenance. The surfaces of

the vehicle underbody not covered by PVC

are provided with a durable p rotective wax

coating in critical areas.

On vehicles which are washed frequently in

automatic car washes with underbody

washing facility, the protective wax

coating may b e impaired by d irt-dissolv ing

additives, so check the underbody after

washing and have it waxed if necessary.

Before the start of the cold weather season,

check the PVC coating and protective wax

coating and, if necessary, have them

restored to perfect condition.

Caution - commercially available bitum en /

rubber materials can damage the PVC

coating. We recommend that you ha ve

underbody work carried out by a

workshop, who knows the prescribed

materials and has experience in the use

thereof.

The underbody should be washed

following the end of the cold weather

season to remove any dirt adhering to the

underbody since this may also contain salt.

Check protective wax coating and, if

necessary, have it restored to perfect

condition.

206 Technical Data

Technical Data

Vehicle documents,

identification plate

The technical data is determined in

accordance with European Community

standards. We reserve the right to make

modifications. Specifications in the vehicle

docum ents always have priority over those

given in this manual.

Picture no: 14247s.tif

The identification plate is affixed to the

front right door frame.

Vehicle documents, identification

plate....................... .............. .............. 206

Vehicle identification d ata.... .............. 207

Coolant, b rake fluid, oils ........... .......... 207

Engine data................... ....................... 208

Performance........................... ............. . 210

Fuel consumption, CO

emissions ......

212

Weights, pay loa d and roof load ........ 214

Tyres ..................... ............. ................... 216

Electrical system ........... ............. .......... 218

Ca pacities ... ............. ............................ 219

Dimensions.. ............................... .......... 221

Mounting dimensions of towing

equipment 3.......... ............................ 222

207Technical Data

Picture no: 13329j.tif

Information on identification plate:

Picture no: 14249s.tif

Veh icle identification data

The Vehicle Identification Number is

stamped on the identification plate (see

previous page) and in the vehicle floor on

the right-hand side under a cover between

the driver’s door and seat.

In other model variants, the identification

plate may also be affix ed to the instrume nt

panel.

Engine identifier and engine number:

marked on left-hand side of engine in

engine b lock .

Coolant, brake fluid, oils

Only use approved fluids.

Use of unsuitable fluids can cause serious

damage to the vehicle.

Engine oils

Information on engine oils is found in the

Service Booklet.

1 Manufacturer

2 Type approval number

3 Vehic le Id entific ation N umber

4 Gross Vehicle Weight rating

5 Permissible Gross Train Weight

6 Maximum permissible front axle load

7 Maximum permissible rear axle load

8 Vehic le-specific or country-specific

data

208 Technical Data

Engine data

Sales designation

Engine identifier code

1.4 TWINPORT

Z 14 XEP

1. 6 TW IN PORT

Z 16 XEP

1. 8

Z 18 XE

VXR

Z 16 LET

Number of cylinders4444

Piston displacement (cm

) 1364 1598 1796 1598

Brake horse power (bhp)

at rpm

5600

6000

132

5500

Torque (Nm)

at rpm

125

4000

150

3900

165

4600

230

2200-5400

Type of fuel

Standard quality fuels, e.g. unleaded DIN EN 228.

Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol

Octane requirement (RON)

unle aded

or unle aded

Bold type: recommended fuel.

3)4)

Knock control system automatically adjusts ignition timing according to type of fuel used (octane number).

Slight reduction in engine ou tput and torque if 91 RON is used.

3)4)

3)5)

–

Slight reduction in engine ou tput and torque if 95 RON is used.

Do not use fuel of octane num ber 91 RON.

Max . permissible engine spe ed,

continuous operation (rpm ) approx. 6200 6500 6500 6500

Oil consumption (l/1000 km) 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6

209Technical Data

Engine data

Sales designation

Engine code

1.3 CDTI

Z 13 DTJ

1.7 CDTI

Z 17 DTH

Numb er of cylinders 44

Piston displacement (cm

) 1248 1686

Brake horse power (bhp)

at rpm

4000

4400

Torque (Nm)

at rpm

170

1750 to 2500

240

2300

Type of fuel

Standard quality fuels, e.g. diesel DIN EN 590.

Diesel Diesel

Cetane requirement (CN)

Standard quality fuels: D = diesel, bold type: recommended fuel

49 (D)

A lower value is possible with winter diesel fuels.

49 (D)

Max . permissible engine spe ed,

continuous operation (rp m) approx. 5100 to 5300 4700

Oil consumption (l/1000 km) 0.6 0.6

210 Technical Data

Performance

(approx. mph / km/h

)

The maximum speed is achievable with a maximum of half payload. Optional equipment may reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.

Engine

Sa les desig nat ion – see pa ge 20 8.

Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 16 LET

Top speed

5-speed manual transmission

5-speed sports transmission

6-speed manual transmission

Easytronic

104 / 168

–

112 / 181

–

112 / 181

118 / 190

119 / 192

–

118 / 190

–

138 / 222

–

211Technical Data

Performance

(approx. mph / km/h

)

The maximum speed is achievable with a maximum of half payload. Optional equipment may reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.

Engine

Sa les desig nat ion – see pa ge 20 9.

Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DTH

Top speed

5-speed manual transmission

6-speed manual transmission

Easytronic

98 / 157

–

111 / 178

–

212 Technical Data

Fuel consumption,

emissions

Directive 80/1268/EEC (last changed by

1999/100/EC) has applied for the

measurement of fuel consumption

since 1996.

The directive is oriented to actual driving

practices: Urba n driving is rated at

approx.

and extra-urban driving at

approx.

(urban and extra-urban

consumption). C old sta rts a nd acce leration

phases are also taken into consideration.

The specification of CO

emission is also a

constituent of the directive.

The figures given m ust not be taken as a

guarantee for the actual fuel consumption

of a partic ular vehicle.

All values are based on the EU base model

with standard equipment.

The calculation of fuel consumption as

specified by directive 1999/100/EC takes

account of the vehicle’s kerbweight,

ascertained in accordance with the said

regulation. Optional extras may result in

slightly higher fuel consumption and CO

emission levels than those quoted.

To convert l/100 km into mpg, divide 282

by num ber of litres/100 km.

S aving fuel, p rotecting the environm ent –

see page 140.

213Technical Data

Fuel consumption, CO

emissions

Engine

Sales designation – see page 20 8, 209.

Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 16 LET

5-speed /Sports/6-speed /Easytronic transm ission

Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km)

Urban

Ex tra-urb an

Com bined

emission (approx. g/km)

Urban

Ex tra-urb an

Com bined

8.3/–/–/–

5.3/–/–/–

6.4/–/–/–

199/–/–/–

127/–/–/–

154/–/–/–

8.8/–/–/ 8.9

5.5/–/–/ 5.4

6.7/–/–/ 6.7

211/–/–/214

132/–/–/130

161/–/–/161

10.9/10.9/–/10.7

6 .1/ 6.6/–/ 6. 1

7 .9/ 8.2/–/ 7. 8

262/ 262/–/ 257

146/ 158/–/ 146

190/ 196/–/ 187

–/–/10.4/–

–/–/ 6.3/–

–/–/ 7.8/–

–/–/ 250/–

–/–/ 151/–

–/–/ 187/–

Engine

Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DTH

5-speed /Sports /6-speed/Easytronic transm ission

Fuel consumption (approx. l/100 km)

Urban

Ex tra-urb an

Com bined

emission (approx. g/km)

Urban

Ex tra-urb an

Com bined

6.2/–/–/–

4.3/–/–/–

5.0/–/–/–

167/–/–/–

116/–/–/–

135/–/–/–

6.6/–/–/–

4.4/–/–/–

5.2/–/–/–

178/–/–/–

119/–/–/–

140/–/–/–

214 Technical Data

Weights, payload and roof load

The p ayload is the differe nce betwe en the

permitted Gross Vehicle Weight (see

identification plate, page 206) and the EC

kerbweight.

To ca lc ulate the kerbweight, ente r the data

for your vehicle below:

z Kerb weight from

Ta ble 1 ,

page 215 +.............. kg

z Weight of heavy

accessories from

Ta ble 2 ,

page 215 +.............. kg

The total =.... .......... kg

is the EC kerbweight.

Optional equipment and accessories

increase the kerbweight, w hich means that

the payload will also change slightly.

No te weig ht ra nge s in the ve hicle

documents and on the rating plate.

The combined total of front and rear axle

loa ds must not e xce ed the perm issible

Gross Vehicle Weight. For example, if the

front axle is bearing its maximum

permissible load, the rear axle can only

bear a load that is equa l to the Gross

Ve hicle Weigh t m inu s th e front axle load.

When the tra iler is coupled and the towing

vehicle fully loaded (including all

occupants), the permissible rear axle load

(see identification plate or vehicle

docum ents) may be exceeded by 25 kg

and the permissible Gross Vehicle Weight

by 25 kg.

If the permissible rear axle load is

exceeded, a maximum speed of 60 mph

(100 km/h) applies. If national regulations

specify a lower maximum speed for

vehicles towing a trailer, this must be

ob se rved.

See the identification plate or v ehicle

docum ents for permissible axle loads.

Roof load

The permissible roof load is 75 kg.

The roof load consists of the weight of the

roof rack plus the load carried.

Driving hints – see page 138.

Roof racks 3 – see page 163.

215Technical Data

Table 1, Kerbweight in kg

According to EC Directive 70/156/EC, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full).

Model Engine

Sales designation – see page 20 8, 209.

Manual

transmission

Easytronic

Meriva

Z 14 XEP 1330 –

Z 16XEP 1375 1375

Z 18 XE 1380 1380

Z 16 LET 1380 1380

Z 13 DTJ 1393 –

Z 17 DTH 1455 –

Meriva

with air

conditioning

system

or Electronic

Cl imate Control

(ECC) system

Z 14 XEP 1355 –

Z 16XEP 1400 1400

Z 18 XE 1405 1405

Z 16 LET 1400 1400

Z 13 DTJ 1418 –

Z 17 DTH 1480 –

Table 2, Weight of heavy accessories in kg

Accessories Towing equipment

Weight 25

216 Technical Data

Tyres

Restrictions

Not all tyres available on the market

currently me et the structural requirem ents.

We recommend that you consult a

Vauxhall Authorised Repairer concerning

suitable tyre makes.

These ty res have und ergone spe cial tests

to establish their reliability, safety and

specific suitability for Vauxhall vehicles.

Despite continuous ma rk et monito ring, we

are unable to assess these attributes for

other tyres, ev en if they hav e been g ra nted

approval by the relevant authorities or in

some other form.

Further information – see page 158.

Winter tyres 3

Tyres of size 205/50 R 16 are not suitable

for use as winter tyres except on vehicles

with the Z 16 LET

engine .

Tyres of size 205/45 R 17 are not suitable

for use as winter tyres.

If winter tyres are in use, the spare wheel

may still be fitted w ith a summ er tyre. Use

of the spare wheel may alter vehicle

ha ndling. Obtain a replacement for the

faulty tyre as soon as possible, and have

the wheel balanced and fitted to the

vehicle.

Further information – see page 162.

Tyre chains 3

Tyre c hains may be used on the front

wheels only.

We recommend the use of fine-link chains

which add no more than 10 mm to the

tread and tyre inner wall with (including

cha in lock).

Tyre chains are not permitted on tyre sizes

205/50 R 16 and 205/45 R 17.

Further information – see page 162.

Wheels

Wheel bolt tightening torque: 110 Nm.

Spare wheel 3

Depending on design, the spare wheel is

designed as a temporary spare wheel 3 .

When using the spare whee l, the driv ing

behaviour may be modified. Replace the

faulty tyre as soon a s possible, balance the

wheel and refit to vehicle. Follow the notes

on this page and on pages 162, 178.

On vehicles with alloy wheels 3, the spare

wheel may have a steel rim.

The spare wheel may be fitted with a

smaller tyre

and a smaller wheel than the

wheels fitted to the vehicle.

Tyre pressure in bar / psi

The specified tyre pressures are valid for

cold tyres. The increased tyre pressure

resulting from extensive driving must not

be reduced. The tyre pressures specifie d on

the following pages apply to both summer

and winter tyres.

Th e spar e wh ee l m ust a lways be inflate d to

the tyre pressure for a full load – see table

on next page.

Further information –

see pages 158 to 162.

Sales designation – see page 20 8, 209.

Country-specific version: In so me countries,

the spare wheel may only be used as a

temporary spare wheel.

1 bar corresponds to 100 kPa / 14.5 psi.

217Technical Data

(ctd.)

Tyre pressure in bar / psi

1 bar corresponds to 100 kPa / 14.5 psi.

Tyre pressure

for load of

up to 3 persons

Tyre pressure

for full load

Engine

Tyres Front Rear Front Rear

Z 14 XEP 175/70 R 14,

185/60 R 15,

205/50 R 16,

205/45 R 17

2.4/35 2.2/32 2.6/38 3.0/44

Z 16 XEP 185/60 R 15,

205/50 R 16,

205/45 R 17

2.4/35 2.2/32 2.6/38 3.0/44

Z 18 XE 185/6 0 R 15,

205/50 R 16,

205/45 R 17

2.4/35 2.2/32 2.6/38 3.0/44

Z 16 LET 185/ 55 R 16

195/50 R 16

205/50 R 16,

205/45 R 17

2.8/41 2.6/38 3.0/44 3.4/49

Z 13 DTJ 185/60 R 15,

205/50 R 16,

205/45 R 17

2.4/35 2.2/32 2.6/38 3.0/44

Z 17 DTH 185/60 R 15,

205/50 R 16,

205/45 R 17

2.6/38 2.4/35 2.8/41 3.2/46

Sales designation – see page 208, 209 .

Only permitted as winter tyres.

218 Technical Data

Electrical system

Battery Voltage 12 Volt

Amp hours 44 Ah / 55 Ah 3 / 60 Ah3 / 66 Ah 3 / 70 Ah 3

Battery for radio frequency remote control CR 20 32

219Technical Data

Capacities

(approx. litres)

Engine

Sales designation – see page 20 8, 209.

Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 16 LET

Fuel tank (nominal content) 53 53 53 53

Engine oil with filter change 3.5 4.5 4.25 4.5

Engine oil betw een MIN a nd MAX

on dipstick 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0

Windscreen wash system reservoir 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1

He adlight wash sy ste m rese rvoir 3 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5

220 Technical Data

Capacities

(approx. litres)

Engine

Sales designation – see page 20 8, 209.

Z 13 DTJ Z 17 D TH

Fuel tank (nominal content) 53 53

Engine oil with filter change 3. 2 5. 0

Engine oil betw een MIN a nd MAX

on dipstick 1. 0 1. 0

Windscreen wash system reservoir 2. 1 2. 1

He adlight wash sy ste m rese rvoir 3 3.2 3. 5

221Technical Data

Dimensions

(mm)

Meriva Meriva VXR

Overall length 4052 4068

Overall width 1694 1694

Width including two exterior mirrors 1948 1948

Overall height 1624 1624

Length of luggage compartment floor 861 861

Luggage compartment width 1034 1034

Height of luggage compartment opening 832 832

Wheelbase 2630 2630

Turning circle diameter

In me t re s.

10.42 10.42

222 Technical Data

Mounting dimensions of

towing equipment 3

All measurements refer to Vauxhall-

approved towing equipment.

9 Wa rning

Only use towing equipm ent approved for

your vehicle. We recommend entrusting

retro-fitting of towing equipment to a

workshop.

Di me nsi o n m m

468

727

508.1

471.5

441.4

497.6

496.6

35.1

50.1

36.4

142.6

585

568

Dimension mm

425

378

430

223Technical Data

224 Service, Maintenance

Service, Maintenance

In our ex perience, the most com mon cause

of all complaints is the result of

misunderstanding or lack of

communication between the customer a nd

the Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.

We sincerely hope you will never have

cause to complain about your vehicle.

However, if things do go wrong, the best

cours e of action for y ou to ta ke is to

contact your Vauxhall Authorised

Repairer’s Service Reception Staff and

explain the difficulty you are having. We

are confident they will do their utmost to

resolve the problem to your complete

satisfaction.

Sometimes, however, despite the best of

intentions of all concerned,

misunderstandings can occur. If your

problem has not been resolved to your

satisfaction, please make an appointment

to discuss the matter with the Manager of

the department concerned.

The majority of areas of concern can be

quic kly resolved in this way.

Should you wish to pursue the matter

further, the Principal of the Vauxhall

Authorised Repairer should be made

aware of your concern. It is advisable in

cases such as this to write to him to confirm

your problem and the solutions that have

been offered.

You can be assured the Authorised

Repairer’s Principal w ill only be too anxious

to fully investigate your prob lems and

correct any errors made. After all, he has a

large investment in his business and is

proud of his reputation and

professionalism and fully realises that

satisfied customers are his key to success.

In the unlikely event that you are still not

happy with the answer your Vauxhall

Authorised Repairer has given, or the

action he proposes to correct the problem,

you may contact the Customer Care

Department

where a team of Customer

Care Consultants will spare no effort to

ensure your complete satisfaction.

Vauxhall Motors Ltd.

Customer Care,

Griffin House ,

Osborne Road,

LUTON,

Be ds. , LU1 3YT

Telephone: 0845 090 2044

They w ill review all the facts involve d. Then

if it is felt some further action can be taken,

the Vauxhall Authorised Repairer will be

advised accordingly. In any case, your

contact will b e acknowledged confirm ing

Vauxhall Motors’ position in the matter.

If you are not satisfied with the outcome,

you can if you wish, seek advice from an

independent third p arty suc h as:

Autom obile Association (A.A.)

Fanum House,

BASINGSTOKE,

Hants., R G21 2EA

Inspection system ............................... . 226

Genuine Vauxhall Parts and

Accessories ............ ............................ 227

A note on safety .................... .............. 227

Checking and topping up fluids ........ . 228

Engine oil . ............................... .............. 228

Diesel fuel filter ............. ....................... 230

Coolant .... ............. ............................... . 230

Brake fluid ..................... ....................... 232

Windscreen wiper ...................... .......... 233

W ind scre en and headlight wash

sy ste ms 3........... ............................... . 234

Battery .................. ............................... . 235

Protecting electronic components .... . 236

Vehicle decomm issioning................... . 237

Vehicle recommissioning........... ......... . 237

Calls may be monitored and recorded for

training purposes.

225Service, Maintenance

Royal Autom obile Club (R.A.C. ),

R.A.C. Motoring Services Ltd.,

89-91 Pall Mall,

LONDON, SW1Y S45

The Customer Relations Department,

Soci ety of Motor Manufacturers and

Traders Ltd. (S.M.M.T.),

Forbes House, Halkin Street,

LONDON, SW1X 7DS

Customer Complaints Service,

Scot tish Motor Trad e A ssocia tion,

(S.M .T.A.),

3 Palmerston Place,

EDINBURGH, EH12 5AQ

The Nationa l Conciliation Service,

Retail Motor Ind ustry Fed era tion,

9 North Street,

RUGBY, CV21 2AB

If you have a p roblem w hilst abroa d:

The S ervice Departments of ADAM OPEL

GmbH and General Motors branches

everyw here will provide information and

assistance:

In Luxembourg please contact

the General Motors Service Department in

Antwerp – Belg ium

Tele phone 00 32-34 50 63 29

General Motors Austria GmbH

Groß-Enzersdorfer Str. 59

1220 Vienna – Austria

Tel. 00 43 1-2 88 77 444 or

00 43-1-2 88 770

General Motors Belgium N.V.

Noorderlaan 401 – Haven 500

2030 Antw erp – Belgium

Telephone 00 32-34 50 63 29

General Motors Southeast Europe,

org. s lož ka

Olbrachtova 9

140 00 Prague – Czech Republic

Tel. 00 420-2 39 004 321

General Motors Denmark

Jaegersborg Alle 4

2920 Charlottenlund – Denmark

Telephone 00 45-39 97 85 00

Vauxhall Motors Ltd.

Customer Ca re

Griffin House, Osborne Road

Luton, Bedfor dshire, LU1 3YT – Engla nd

Tel. 00 44-845 090 2044

General Motors Finland Oy

Pa juniityntie 5

00320 Helsinki – Finland

Tel. 00 358-9 817 101 47

General Motors France

1 – 9, avenue du Marais

Angle Q ua i de Bezo ns

95101 Argenteuil Cedex – France

Tel. 00 33-1-34 26 3051

ADAM OPEL Gm bH

Bahnhofsplatz 1

65423 Rüsselsheim – Germany

Tel. 00 49-61 42-77 50 00 or

00 49-61 42-7 70

General Motors Hellas S.A.

56 Kifisia s Avenue & Delfon str.

Amarousion

151 25 Athens – Greece

Tel 00 30-1-6 80 65 01

General Motors Southeast Europe Ltd.

Szabadsag utca 117

2040 Budaörs – Hungary

Tel. 00 36-23 446 100

General Motors India

Sixth Floor, Tower A, Global Business Park

Mehra uli – Gurgaon Road

Gurgaon – 122 022, Haryana – India

Tel. 00 91-124 280 3333

General Motors Ireland Ltd.

Opel House, Unit 60, Heather Road

Sandyford, Dublin 18 – Ireland

Tel. 00 353-1-216 10 00

General Motors Italia Srl

Piazzale dell’Industria 40

00144 Rome – Italy

Tel. 00 39-06-5 46 51

General Motors Nederland B.V.

Lage Mosten 49 – 63

4822 NK Breda – Netherlands

Tel. 00 31-76-5 44 83 00

General Motors Norge AS

Kjeller-Vest 6

2027 Kjeller – Norway

Tel. 00 47-23 50 0104

General Motors Poland Sp. z o. o.

Domaniewska 41

06-672 Warsaw – Poland

Tel. 00 48- 22-606 17 00

226 Service, Maintenance

General Motors Portugal

Quinta da Fonte

Edificío Fernão M agalhães, Piso 2

2780-190 Paço d’Arcos – Portugal

Tel. 00 351- 21 440 75 00

General Motors Southeast Europe,

org. zložka

Apollo Business Centre

Mlynské Nivy 45

821 09 Bratislava – Slovakia

Tel. 00 421-2 58 275 543

General Motors España S.L.

Paseo de la Castellana, 91

28046 Madrid – Spain

Tel. 00 34-902 25 00 25

General Motors Norden AB

Årstaängvägen 17

100 73 Stockholm – Sweden

Tel. 00 46-20 333 000

General Motors Suisse S.A.

Stelzenstraße 4

8152 Glattbrugg – Switzerland

Tel. 00 41-44 828 28 80

General Motors Türkiye Ltd. Sti.

Kemalpasa yolu üzeri

35861 Torbali/Izmir – Turkey

Tel. 00 90-2 32-8 53-1 4 53

In Albania, Bosnia-H erzegovina ,

Bulga ria, C roatia, Estonia, La tvia ,

Lithuania, Macedonia, Romania,

Serbia-Montenegro and Slovenia

please contact the

General Motors Service Department in

Budaörs – Hungary

Tel. 00 36-23 446 100

Picture no: 17901s.tif

Inspection system

In orde r to guarantee econom ical and safe

vehicle operation and to mainta in the

value of your vehicle, it is of vital

importance that all maintenance work is

carried out at the proper intervals as

specified.

For vehicles with fixed oil change and

service intervals, InSP appears in the

odometer display when the ignition is

turned on before the service work becomes

due: arra nge for the next S ervice to be

performed by a workshop within one week

or 300 miles (500 km).

The service interval display takes acc ount

of off-the-road periods during which the

battery is disconnected.

For vehicles with flexible engine oil change

and service intervals, the length of these

intervals is based on several parameters

stemming from usage. For this reason,

various engine-specific data is continually

gathered and is used to calculate the

remaining distance until the next Service.

The distance remaining c an be displayed

with the ignition turned off: press the reset

button for the trip odometer for approx.

2seconds, InS P and the remaining

distance appea r (see Fig. 17901 S).

If the remaining d istance is less than

1000 miles (1500 km), InSP is displayed

with a remaining distance of 600 miles

(1000 km) when the ignition is switched on

and off. InSP is disp layed for se ve ra l

seconds if the remaining distance is less

than 600 miles (1000 km). Have the service

work that is due carried out within one

week or 300 miles (500 km). Have this work

carried out by a Vauxhall Authorised

Repairer in order to avoid invalidation of

warranty claims.

227Service, Maintenance

Further information on maintenance and

the Service Plan can be found in the Service

Booklet, which is in the glove comp artm ent.

Have service work and repairs to the

bodyw ork and components performed

properly b y a workshop and in accordance

with Vauxhall Motors’ recommendations,

using Genuine Vauxhall Parts and

Accessories. We recommend your Vauxhall

Authorised Repairer, who has excellent

knowledge of Vauxhall vehicles and is in

possession of the necessary tools and

current Service Instructions from Vauxhall.

To exclude the possibility of loss of

warranty, use of a Vauxhall Authorised

Repairer is recommended in particular

during the warranty period. For further

information, see the Service Booklet.

Separ ate anti-cor rosion service

Hav e the work performed b y a workshop at

the intervals specified in the Service

Booklet.

Genuine Vauxhall Parts and

Accessories

We recommend that you use "Genuine

Vauxhall Parts and Accessories" and

conversion p arts released expressly for

your vehicle type. These parts have

undergone special tests to establish their

reliability, safety a nd specific suitability for

Vauxhall vehicles. Despite continuous

market monitoring, we cannot assess or

guarantee these attributes for other

products, even if they have been granted

approval by the relevant authorities or in

some other form.

"Genuine Vauxhall Parts and Accessories"

and conversion parts approved by

Vauxhall can be obtained from your

Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who can

provide expert advice on permitted

technical changes and ensure correct

installation.

Picture no: 17922S.tif

A note on safety

To avoid injury from moving parts and

cables conduc ting ignition voltage, only

carry out engine compartment checks

(e.g. checking brake fluid or engine oil

level) when the ignition is switched off.

9 Warning

The cooling fan is controlled by a

thermoswitch and can therefore start

unexpe ctedly ev en if the ig nition is

switched off. Risk of injury.

Electronic ignition systems generate very

high voltages. Do not touch the ignition

system; high voltage can b e fatal.

228 Service, Maintenance

Picture no: 14234s.tif

Never carry out any repairs or adjustment

and maintenance work on the vehicle

yourself. This especially applies to the

engine, chassis and safety parts. You may

unwittingly infringe the provisions of the

law and, by not performing the work

properly, endanger yourself and other

road users.

Checking and topping up fluids

To aid identification, the caps used when

topping up engine oil, coolant and w ash

fluid as well as the oil dipstick are coloured

yellow.

Picture no: 16486s.tif

Eng ine oil

Information on engine oils is found in the

Service Booklet.

Engine oil level and consumption

Every engine consumes engine oil for

technical reasons. The oil consumption

cannot be assessed until a fairly long

distance has been driven, and may be

above the specified value when the vehicle

is first being driven (run-in period).

Frequent driving at high revs increases

engine oil consumption.

In vehicles w ith engine oil level check 3, the

engine oil level is checked automatically -

see page 88. It is particularly advisable to

check the engine oil lev el b efore emb arking

on a long jo urney.

Picture no: 16487s.tif

Engine oil level check , topp ing up

engine oil

The oil level must be checked with the

vehicle on a level surface and with the

eng ine (which must be at operating

temperature) switched off. Wait at least

5 minutes be fore chec king the level, to

allow the normal oil accumulation in the

engine to drain into the oil pan.

9 Warning

Important: It is the owner’s responsibility

to maintain the correct level of an

appropriate quality oil in the engine.

229Service, Maintenance

Picture no: 17903s.tif

To check the engine oil level, insert wiped

oil dipstick into dipstick tube as far as it will

go. Top engine oil up if the level has

dropped into the range of the top-up mark

MIN.

The engine oil level must not exceed the

upper mark MAX on the dipstick. Excess

engine oil must be drained off or extracted.

If the engine oil level is above the MAX

mark, there is a risk of damage to the

engine or the catalytic converter.

The amount filled must be between the

MIN and MA X marks – see page 219.

Picture no: 15972s.tif

Top up with the same brand of engine oil

that was used during the previous oil

cha ng e, following the instructions in the

Service Booklet.

To close, position the cap and screw it into

place.

Capacities – see page 219.

Picture no: 14238s.tif

Engine oil change, oi l filter chang e

Have oil changed by a workshop as a

function of the service interval display.

We recommend that you use genuine

eng ine oil filters.

9 Wa rning

Do not allow the engine oil to drop below

the minimum level!

230 Service, Maintenance

Picture no: 17902s.tif

Diesel fuel filter

At each eng ine oil chang e, hav e the d iesel

fuel filter 3 checked for any water residue

by a workshop.

Illumination of control ind icator A

indica tes water in the diesel fuel filter.

Have diesel fuel filter checked at shorter

intervals if the vehicle is subjected to

extreme opera ting conditions, such as high

humidity (primarily in coastal areas),

extremely high or low outside

temperatures, and substantially varying

daytime and night-time temperatures.

Coolant

The glycol-based coolant p rovides

excellent corrosion protection for the

heating and cooling systems as well as

anti-freeze protection down to –28 °C.

It remains in the cooling system throughout

the year and need not be changed.

Use of certain anti-freezes can lead to

engine damage. We therefore recommend

that you use only approved anti-freezes.

9 Wa rning

Used engine oil cannot be disposed of

with domestic refuse. Observe the legal

requirements for disposal of old oil and

filters, to protect the environment and

your he alth .

9 Warning

Anti-freeze is a danger to health; it must

therefore be kept in the original container

and out of the reach of children.

231Service, Maintenance

Picture no: 17905s.tif

Anti-freeze and corrosion protection

Before the start of winter, have a w orkshop

check the anti-free ze protection. The anti-

freeze level must guarantee protection

down to approx. -28 °C. Insufficient anti-

freeze will reduce the frost protection level

and the corrosion protection. If necessary,

add anti-freeze.

If coolant loss is topped up with water,

have concentration checked and ad d anti-

freeze if necessary.

Picture no: 17904s.tif

Coolant level

Hardly any losses occur since the cooling

system is sealed, and it is thus ra rely

necessary to top up the coolant.

The coolant should be a little above the

KAL T/COL D mark in the expansion tank

with a cold cooling system. The coolant

level can also be read off from the outside

of the expansion tank.

When the engine is at op erating

temperature, coolant level rises. It falls

again when the system cools. If it falls

below the KALT/COLD mark when the

system is cold, top up to the mark.

Top up anti-freeze. If no anti-freeze is

available, top up with clean tap water. If

tap water is unavailable, distilled water

can be used.

After filling with tap water or distilled

water, measure the anti-freeze

concentration and ad d anti-freeze if

required. Have a workshop establish the

cause of the coolant loss.

Too low a coolant level can cause engine

damage.

To close, position the cap and screw it into

place.

9 Warning

Allow engine to cool down before

removing coolant filler cap. Remove

coolant filler cap carefully so that

pressure can escape slowly, otherwise

there is a risk of scalding.

232 Service, Maintenance

Coola nt temperat ure

If the temperature gauge enters the red

zone, check the coolant level immediately.

z Coolant level too low:

Add coolant. See notes under "Anti-

freeze and corrosion protection" and

"Coolant level". Have a workshop

eliminate the cause of the coolant loss.

z Coolant OK:

Have the cause of the raised coolant

temperature eliminated. Contact a

workshop.

Picture no: 14765s.tif

Brake fluid

Brake fluid level

The brake fluid level in the reservoir must

be neither higher than the MAX mark nor

low er than the MIN mark.

Use of certain brake fluids can lead to

damage or reduced braking effect. We

therefore recommend that you use only

approved high-performance brake fluid.

Absolute cleanliness is important when

topping up, since contamination in the

brake fluid can c ause brake system

malfunctions.

After correcting the brake fluid level, have

a workshop eliminate the cause of the

brake fluid loss.

9 Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous and corrosive.

Do not allow it to come into contact with

eyes, skin, fab ric or painted surfaces.

Direct contact could cause injury and

damage.

233Service, Maintenance

Brake fluid chang e

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs

water. If the brakes become hot, such as

when driving on long downhill stretches,

vapour bubb les can occur in the water

which can have an extremely adverse

effect on braking power (depending on the

proportion of water).

The brake fluid change intervals specified

in the S ervice Booklet must therefore b e

observed.

Windscreen wiper

Clear vision is essential for safe driving.

The refore, check wind screen wipe r and

headlight wash/wipe system 3 regularly for

cleaning effect. We recommend replacing

the wiper blades after a year at most.

If the windows are dirty, op erate the

windscreen wash before switching the

wiper on, in order to prevent wiper blade

wear.

Do not switch windscreen wiper on if

wind ow s a re icy , s ince this may damage

the wiper edges or the wiper system.

If the wiper becomes frozen on to the glass,

we recom mend that it be released w ith the

aid of Vauxhall De-icer Spray before

starting the v ehicle, to prevent w iper motor

damage.

Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with

a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen

Wash Solvent.

Wiper blades whose lips have become

hardened, cracked or covered with silicone

must be replaced. This may be necessary

as a result of the effects of ice, thawing salt

or heat, or the incorrect use of cleaning

agents.

Switc h off w indscreen wiper if using a car

wash – see pages 11, 204.

Wiper care – see page 204.

9 Wa rning

Have the brake fluid changed by a

workshop. Observe the legal

requirements for disposal of brake fluid,

to protect of the environment and your

he alth.

234 Service, Maintenance

Picture no: 13328j.tif

Wiper bla des on t he windscreen

Lift wiper arm . Move release lever and

detach wiper blade.

Picture no: 9392t.tif

Wiper blade on the rear w indow 3

Lift wiper arm. Diseng age wiper blade as

shown in illustration and remove.

Picture no: 14245s.tif

Windscreen and headlight

wash systems 3

Reservoir for windscreen wash system and

rear window wash system in engine

compa rtm ent be neath the wind scre en

wiper on the driv er’s side of the vehicle .

235Service, Maintenance

Picture no: 14246s.tif

In vehicles with headlight wash system 3,

the opening for refilling is in the engine

compartment behind the headlights on the

driver’s side of the vehicle.

Capacities – see p ages 219, 220.

Fill only with clean water to prevent the

nozzles from clogging. To improve

cleaning efficiency, we recommend that

you add a little Vauxhall Windscreen Wash

Solvent.

The windscreen wash system and

headlight wash system will not freeze in

winter:

When closing the reservoir, press the lid

firmly over the beaded edge all the way

round.

Picture no: 13488a.tif

Battery

The battery is m ainte nance-free.

Frost protection

down to

Mixture of

Vauxhall

Windscreen Wash

Solvent: Water

– 5 °C 1 : 3

– 10 °C 1 : 2

– 20 °C 1 : 1

– 30 °C 2 : 1

9 Warning

Have the battery changed by a

workshop. Observe the legal

requirements for disposal of old batteries

to protect the environment a nd your

he alth.

236 Service, Maintenance

Retro-fitting of electrical or electronic

accessories can discharge or add extra

load to the battery. Obtain advice on the

technical p ossibilities, e.g. use of a more

powerful ba ttery, from a workshop.

Parking the vehicle for more than 4 weeks

can lead to battery discharging. This may

reduce the service life of the battery.

Disconnect battery from on-board power

supply by disconnecting the negative

terminal.

The Vauxhall alarm system 3 siren must be

deactivated as follows: switch the ignition

on then off, disconnect the vehicle’s

battery within 15 seconds.

Ensure ignition is switched off before

connecting battery. Then perform the

following actions:

z Set date and time in information

display – see page 94,

z If necessary, activate the window

elec tronics 3 – see page 40,

z Calibrate steering angle

se nsor (ES P®

Plus

) 3, see page 150.

In order to prevent the battery from

discharging, some consumers such as the

courtesy light automatically switch off

after approx. 30 minutes.

Protecting electronic components

In order to prevent faults in electronic

components in the electrical system, never

connect or disconnect battery with engine

running or ignition switched on. Never start

engine with battery disconnected, e.g.

when starting using jump leads.

To avoid damaging the vehicle, do not

make any modifications to the electrical

sy ste m, e.g. connecting additional

consumers or tamp ering with e lectronic

control units (chip tuning).

Disconnecting/connecting the battery

fro m /t o the ele ctr ical syst em

Disconnect the battery from the vehicle

electrical system before charging:

First detach the negative and then the

positive lead. Do not reverse the polarity of

the battery, i.e. do not confuse the

terminals for the positive and negative

leads. When connecting, start with the

positive lead and then connect the

negative lead.

9 Warning

Electronic ignition systems generate very

high voltages. Do not touch the ignition

system; high voltage can be fatal.

237Service, Maintenance

Vehicle decomm issioning

Observe national regulations.

If the vehicle is to be parked for several

months, to avoid damage have the

following work performed by a workshop:

z Wash and preserve the vehicle – see

page 202,

z Check corrosion protection in engine

compartment and on underbody and

make good if necessary,

z Clean and preserv e rubber seals on

bonnet and doors,

z Change engine oil – see page 229,

z Check anti-freeze and corrosion

protection – see page 231,

z Check the coolant level, top up with anti-

freeze if necessary – see page 231,

z Empty windsc reen w ash system and

headlight wash system 3 reservoirs,

z Increase tyre pressure to value specified

for full load – see page 216.

Vehicle storag e

z Park vehicle in a dry and well ventilated

place. With manual transmission, select

first gear or reverse gear, and with

Easytronic3, move selector lever to

middle position before switching ignition

off. Use wedges or the like to prevent

vehicle from rolling.

z Do not apply handbrake,

z Disconnect battery by disengaging

negative terminal from vehicle electrical

system – see page 236.

Vehicle recommissioning

Observe national regulations.

Perform the following work before

recommissioning the vehicle:

z Connect ba ttery – see page 236,

z Check tyre pressure, correct if

necessary – see page 216,

z Fill up windscreen wash system and

headlight wash system 3 reservoirs – see

page 234,

z Check engine oil level – see page 228,

z Check the coolant level, top up with anti-

freeze if necessary – see page231,

z Fit the number plate, if necessary.

238 Index

Index

AB S (Anti-lock Braking System) ........... 156

Ac cessories ......... ............................... ..... 176

Ac cessory socket ........ ......... .................... 79

Ad aptive brake lights ............................ 154

Ad aptive Forward Lighting (AFL) .... ..... 109

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 193

Driving abroad .............................. ..... 113

Air conditioning system .......... ......117, 123

Air intake ............ .............. ...................... 131

Air recirculation system ................. 123, 130

Air vents ............................... ............. ..... 118

Airba gs ............................. ........................ 67

Ala rm siren .................. ............................. 36

Alterna tor .................... ............. ................ 87

Antenna ............. .............. ..............114, 202

Anti-corrosion service .............. .............. 226

Anti-freeze .............. ............................... 230

Anti-freeze protection ............. ......230, 234

Anti-knock q ua lity of fuel ..................... 142

Octane number .................... .............. 208

Anti-theft alarm system .......................... 34

Anti-theft lo ck

Alloy wheels ............ ........................... 180

Anti-theft protection .................... ........... 15

Aq ua planing ........... ............. .................. 161

Arm rest .................... ............. .................... 47

Ashtray .. ............................... ............ 80, 112

Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror .... 38

AU X input .......... ............................... ..... 115

Battery .......... .........................139, 218, 235

Interruption of p ow er supply ...... 40, 137

Battery discharge protection . ..............113

Before starting-off .......... ......................... 14

Belt tensioners ........... .............................. 59

Bleeding, diesel fuel system ....... .......... 170

Bonnet .. ............................... ................... 170

Boot, see Luggage compartment .... 32, 52

Brake assist ................ .............. .............. 154

Brake lights ..................... ......... ......154, 197

Brake system ............................... .......... 154

Brakes

ABS ..................... ............................... . 156

Adaptive brake lights .............. ..........154

Brake assist ........ ............................... . 154

Brake fluid .......... ........................207, 232

Brake lights .............................. .......... 197

Brake servo unit ................... ............. . 138

Handbrake .................. ............. .... 15, 155

Bulb replacem ent ............................. ..... 190

239Ind ex

Ca pacities .. ............. .......................219, 220

Ca r Pass .. ............................... ............. ......26

Ca ra van / trailer towing ....... ................. 138

Ca re ........ ............................... ................. 202

Ca ta lytic converter ................... .....149, 171

Central locking system .... .................. 28, 30

Centre console lighting ... ..............111, 112

Changing the radio frequency

remote c ontrol battery ..................29, 218

Changing tyre / wheel type ................... 158

Changing wheels ............. ......... ............. 178

Chassis number, see

Vehicle Identification Number ............ 207

Child restraint systems .... ........................65

Child safety locks .... ........................... 36, 40

Ciga rette lighter .. ............................. 79, 112

Clutch operation .......... ..........................139

emissions ........................... ............. 212

Coin holder ..... .............. ............................ 83

Cold start ............. ............. ...................... 139

Colour Information Display ...... ...............95

Contrast .. ............................... ...................98

Control indica tors .... ............................. 8, 84

ABS (Anti-lock Brak ing System ) ........ 157

Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL) .. ............................... ............ 84, 109

Airbags ........... .............. ........................ 72

Belt tensioners ........................... ........... 60

Cruise control ............................ ......... 151

Engine electronics ........ ...................... 147

EPS (Electric Power S teering) ... ........... 88

ESP (Electronic Stability Program) .... 149

Exhaust .. .............. ............................... 147

Immobiliser .......... ............................... ..27

Coolant ............................. ...................... 230

Coolant level .................... ............. ......... 231

Coolant temp erature d isplay .......... ....... 90

Correcting time .. ............................... ....... 97

Coupling sock et load ................... ......... 167

Courtesy lights ..................... ......... ......... 111

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 200

Cruise control ................... ......................151

Curtain airbags ........... ............................. 71

Curve lighting (AFL) ......... ................ 25, 109

Dashboard, see Instrum ent panel .. ..........6

Data . ............................... ................. 26, 206

Date ...... ............................... .............. ....... 94

Daytime running lights ...... ................... 105

Decommissioning ........... ............. .......... 237

Demisting a nd defrosting

Windows .... ............. ............................ 122

With Electronic Clim ate Control ....... 128

With the air conditioning system ..... 125

Diesel fuel filter ...... ............. ................... 230

Diesel fuel system ...... ....................170, 230

Die sel particle filte r 88, 119, 130, 1 39, 148

Dimensions ......... ............. ....................... 221

Dipped beam .................. ......................... 10

Bulb replacement ........... ......... ..191, 193

Display .......... ............................... ......... ... 92

Display m ode ..... ............................... ....... 99

Door locks . ............................... ........26, 204

Driving ab road ...... ........................224, 225

Head lights .......... ............................... . 113

Toll system s ..................... .............. ..... 115

Driving hints .. ............................... .......... 138

240 Index

Ea sytronic ... ............. .........................13, 132

Driving programmes ............. ............. 134

Fault ............ ............................... ......... 137

Interrup tion of power supply ............ 137

Kickdown ...................... ...................... 135

Selector lever ............ ............. .......13, 133

Winter prog ramme ............... ............. 135

Economical driving ................... ............. 140

Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...................88

Towing ............. ............................... .... 173

Electric windows ........... ............................ 39

Fault ............ ............................... ...........40

Electrical system ................... 186, 218, 236

Electronic Climate Control (ECC) ........... 126

Electronic components ............. ............. 236

Electronic immobiliser ...... ........................27

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ......... 149

Engine code ........ ...........................208, 209

Engine control indicator ........................ 147

Engine oil ............................... ................. 228

Engine oil filter .... ............. ...................... 229

Engine oil level and

consum ption ................... ..... 208, 209, 228

Engine oil pressure ....... ......... ................... 86

Engine speed ............................. ............. 139

Engine wash ........ ............................... .... 205

Env ironmenta l protection .............202, 229

Exhaust control indicator ......... ............. 147

Exhaust ga ses ............................... ......... 148

Exhaust system ... ............. ...................... 148

Exterior mirrors .... .........................4, 36, 119

Fan ......... ............. ....................117, 120, 227

Filling station

Capacities ............... ...................219, 220

Engine oil level ..................... .............. 228

Fuel ............. ............. ...................208, 209

Opening the bonnet .......................... 170

Tyre pressure ....... .......................141, 216

Vehicle data ... .............. ..............206, 207

Windscreen wa sh system .... .............. 234

First-a id kit ..... ............................... ......... 176

Flat ty re . ...................... ......... .................. 182

FlexSpa ce ........... ............................... ....... 51

Fog tail light ............ ............................... 107

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 197

Footbrake ....... ......... .......................154, 155

Front fog lights ............................. ......... 106

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 196

Front passenger’s airbag ............ ........... 67

Fuel .... ............................... ......142, 208, 209

Fuel consumption ... .......................140, 212

Fuel filter ................. ............................... 230

Fuel level ................. ............................... .. 90

Fuel system, diesel ................... .............. 170

Fuel tank

Fuel gauge . ............................... ...........90

Fuses .. ............................... ............. ......... 186

Gears ......... ............................... ............. ... 13

Generator, see Alternator .. ..................... 87

Genuine Vauxhall Parts

a nd Accessories ..................... .............. 224

Glasses compartment ........ ..................... 82

Glove compartment ............................. ... 81

Glove compartment lighting .. ............. . 112

Bulb replacement ........... ......... .......... 201

Cooling ........... ............................... ..... 119

Graphical I nformation Display ........ ....... 92

Gross Vehicle Weight ..... ....................... 214

Halogen headlight system ................... 191

Bulb replacement ........... ......... .......... 191

Driv ing abroad .................... .............. 113

Handb ra ke ............................... ........ 15, 155

Haz ard warning lights .................... 10, 107

Head restraints .. ........ .................. 21, 45, 46

Headlight flash ...... ............................... ... 10

Headlight range adjustment ........ 107, 190

Headlight switch ..................... .......... 9, 105

Headlight wash system ..... .....11, 104, 234

Headlights ......... ............................... ..........9

Changing bulbs ..... ............................ 191

Daytime running lights ... .............. ..... 105

Driv ing abroad .................... .............. 113

Front fog lights .................... ......... ..... 106

Reversing lig hts ...... ............................ 107

Warning device ........................ .......... 103

241Ind ex

Heated exterior mirrors ... ........12, 119, 130

Heated rear window ................12, 119, 130

Heated seats ........... ............................... 119

Heating ................ ...........................117, 121

Seats ......................... .......................... 119

With Electronic Climate Control ........ 127

With the air conditioning system ...... 117

Height adjustment

Seat belts .... ............................... ........... 62

Steering wheel .......... .............................. 9

High-pressure cleaners ... ..... 166, 203, 205

Horn ..................... ............................... ......11

Identification plate ............... .........206, 207

Ignition sy stem ...................... 227, 235, 236

Imm ob iliser ............................ ...................27

Information display ..... ............................ 92

Infotainment system ............. ................. 114

Instrument display ....... ............................ 89

Instrument illumination ..................... .... 111

Bulb replacement ..... .......................... 201

Instrument pa nel .......... ............. ............. 6

Instruments ......... ............. ..............6, 84, 89

Interior mirror ............... ............. ...........5, 38

Interruption of power supply ............ .... 101

Easytronic ..................... ............. ......... 137

Elec tric sunroof .... .............. ...................42

Elec tric wind ow s .................... ......... ......40

Elec tronic S ta bility Program ......150, 235

ISO-FIX ............ ............................... ...........64

Jack ..................... ............................ 176, 180

Jump leads ......... ............................... ..... 172

Keys ... ............. ............................... ........... 26

Extending ... ............. ............................. 26

Ignition lock ......... ......... .................. 14, 27

Locking doors ..... .....................28, 30, 36

Remove ........... .............. ........................ 15

Starting .. ......... ............................... ....... 27

Starting the engine ...... ........................ 14

Language selection ............. .................... 97

Lashing eyes ...... .............. ........................ 56

Leather trim ... ......... ............................... 204

Light switch .............................. .................. 9

Lighting .......... ......... ........................... 9, 105

Driving abroad .............................. ..... 113

Loading the vehicle .................56, 166, 214

Locking d oors ...................... ....2, 28, 30, 36

Locks .. ............................... ............. ......... 204

Lubricants ...... ............................... .207, 228

Luggag e comp artm ent ................ .....32, 52

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 201

Cov er . ............. ............................... ....... 54

Extension .... ......... ........................... 32, 52

Lighting . ......... ............................... ..... 112

Loading ............... .................56, 166, 214

Lumba r support .......... ............................. 44

Main b eam ......... ............................... ....... 10

Bulb replacement ........... ......... ..192, 194

Control indica tor .... .............................. 86

Maintenance

Air cond itioning system .................... 131

Anti-freeze protection .... ................... 230

Brake fluid .......... ............................... . 232

Brakes .... ............................... .............. 154

Catalytic conv erter ............................ 149

Engine oil ... ............................... ..228, 229

Fuel consumption .................... .......... 141

Tyre pressure .................. ......... ..159, 216

Tyres ................... ............................... . 160

Windscreen wiper ........... ................... 233

Manual transmission . .............................. 13

Mechanical anti-theft locking system ... 30

Tow ing equipment ......... ................... 165

Mirrors ........... ............................... ........ 5, 38

Misted wind ow s ......... ............122, 125, 128

Mobile telephone ........... ....................... 116

Muffler, see Exhaust system ............ ..... 148

N umber plate lighting ... ......... .............. 198

Bulb replacement ........... ......... .......... 198

N umber plates .................... ................... 237

242 Index

Octane numbers .......... ......... 142, 208, 209

Odometer ..................... ......... ...................89

Oil chang e ...... ............................... ......... 229

Oil filter change ...... ............................... 229

Oil level and consum ption .... 208, 209, 228

Oil pressure .... ......... ............................... ..86

Operating temperature ................ ......... 139

Outside temperature ga uge ........ ........... 93

Overrun ... ............. ...........................139, 141

Paintwork dama ge ....................... ......... 203

Parking ... ........ ............................... ...........15

Parking distance sensors .......... ............. 153

Parking lights .......... ............................... .... 9

Bulb replacement ..... .......................... 195

Parts ........ ............................... ................. 224

Peda ls ..... ........ ............................... ......... 139

Performance .......................... ............. .... 210

Petrol . ............................... ............. ......... 142

Pinking ..................... ............................... 142

Pollen filter . ............. ............................... 131

Power steering,

see Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........ ..88

Preheating ........... ............. ........................88

Pushing, towing ........... ............. ............. 171

Quickhea t ........... ............................ 121, 127

Radio . ............................... ............. ...24, 114

Radio eq uipm ent (CB) ........................... 116

Radio frequency rem ote control ........... .. 28

Central locking system ............. ........... 28

Steering wheel ......... ..................... 24, 114

Radio reception ............................ ......... 114

Reading lig hts .... ............................... ..... 112

Rear light cluster ............................... ..... 105

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 197

Rear seats .......... ............................... ....... 50

Rear w indow wash system ......12, 104, 234

Refuelling ......................... ...................... 143

Fuel filler ca p .................... .................. 144

Replacement keys ............................ ....... 26

Reversing lights .. ......... ........................... 107

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 197

Roof load ... ...................... 57, 138, 141, 214

Roof rac ks ............................ ..........141, 163

Running-in ................... ........................... 138

Brakes ...................... ......... .................. 154

Safeguard against

unauthorised use ..... .............. 9, 16, 27, 36

Safety a ccessories ............................ ..... 176

Safety net ........... ............................... ....... 55

Safety system s ... ............................... ..... 114

Saving energy .............................. .......... 138

Seat ad justment ........ .................... 3, 43, 50

Seat belts ............................ ............. 62, 204

Seat height adjustment .............. ........ 3, 44

Seat occupancy recognition ... ................ 73

Seat position ...... ............................ 3, 43, 44

Seats . ......... ............................... ............ 3, 43

Extending the luggage

compartment . ............................... .32, 52

Heated sea ts .................. ...................119

Selector lever ...................... ................... 133

Self-diagnosis .... ........................60, 73, 157

Self-help

Central lock ing sy stem ............ ............ 31

Electric windows ............................... ... 39

Informa tion display ............. ................ 94

Radio frequenc y remote control ........ 29

Self-help, vehicle care .............. ............. . 170

Service interval d isplay .. ......... .............. 226

Service work ....... ............................... ..... 226

Sid e airba gs ........................ ..................... 69

Sig nal system ......... ............................ 10, 11

Spare keys ..... ............................... ............ 26

243Ind ex

Spa re wheel ............. .......................177, 178

Speed ...... ........ ............................... .140, 141

Fuel consumption ......................140, 141

Speedom eter .. .............. ............................ 89

Starter switch ................... .................. 14, 27

Starting the engine ............. 9, 27, 133, 171

Self-help ........... ............................... .... 171

Steam-jet cleaners .. ......... ..... 166, 203, 205

Steering column lock .................... .......9, 15

Steering wheel ad justment .. ........ ............. 9

Steering wheel remote control ........24, 114

Stowage comp artments .. ........................81

Sunroof ....... ............................... ...............41

Fault ............ ............................... ...........42

Sunshad e ............................... ...................42

Sunvisors ......... ......... ............................... ..83

System settings ............................. ...........96

Ta bles ............. ............................... ........... 83

Ta chom eter .... ............................... ........... 89

Ta ilgate............... ............................... ....... 36

Ta il lights ... ............................... .............. 105

Bulb replacem ent ... ........................... 197

Technical data ................. ...................... 206

Telep hone, see Mobile telephone ........ 116

Temperature regula tion ......... ......120, 127

Temporary spa re wheel .. ..............162, 178

The first 600 miles (1000 km) ............... 138

Tig htening torque ............ ..............182, 216

Tim e .................... ............................... ....... 94

Toll system s ................. ......... .................. 115

Tools .. ............. ............................... ......... 176

Towing ............ ............................... ......... 173

Towing equipment .................. ..............163

Towing eye ........................... ..........173, 175

Tra iler / caravan towing ......... .............. 138

Tra nsmission ........... ............................... .. 13

Tra nsmission, Easytronic ...................... 132

Driving programm es .................... ..... 134

Fault .............................. ...................... 137

Interruption of power supply ............ 137

Kic kdown ............. ............................... 135

Selector lever .. .............................. 13, 133

Winter programm e . ........................... 135

Travel Assistant . ............................... .22, 47

Tread depth .. ............................... .......... 160

Trip comp uter ..................... ......... ...... 23, 99

Trip odometer .............................. ............ 89

Triple Informa tion Display .......... ............ 92

Turn lighting (AFL) .......... ....................... 109

Turn signal lig hts ... .......................... 10, 106

Bulb replacement ........... ......... ..196, 197

Twin Audio ......... .............................. 24, 115

Tyre chains .... ............................... ..162, 216

Tyre condition ................. ....................... 160

Tyre pressure ............. ....................159, 216

Tyre repair kit ............ ............................ 182

Tyres . ............................... ....................... 158

244 Index

Units of m easure ................... ...................98

Unlead ed fuel ...............142, 145, 208, 209

Used oil ... ............................... ................. 229

Valve cap key ..... ............................... .... 159

Vauxhall Service .............. ......................224

Vehicle care ............. ......... ...................... 202

Vehicle decomm issioning ...................... 237

Vehicle identification number ............... 207

Vehicle keys, see Keys . ............................26

Vehicle recommissioning . ...................... 237

Ventilation ........... .................. 117, 121, 129

Warning buzzers .... ............................... 103

Warning triangle .............................. ..... 176

Wash fluid reservoir,

windsc reen w ash system ..................... 234

Weights .......... ............................... ......... 214

Welcome light function ... ...................... 110

Deactivate................ ........................... 110

Wheels ................ ......... ........................... 158

Windows .... .............. ............................... .. 38

Demisting and defrosting .122, 125, 128

Windscreen wash system .... ....11, 104, 234

Anti-freeze protec tion ......... ..............234

Capacities ............... ...................219, 220

Wash fluid reservoir ...................... ..... 234

Windscreen wiper ... .................11, 103, 233

Winter mode

Starting-off aid .................... .............. 135

Winter op eration

Battery ..................... ............. .............. 139

Coolant, a nti-freeze ..................... ..... 230

Fuel consum ption ............ .................. 141

Fuel for diesel engines .......................142

Heating .. ......... ............................... ..... 117

Locks ............................. ...................... 204

Tyre chains ..... ............................162, 216

Window demisting

and d efrosting ...................122, 125, 128

Windscre en wa sh sys tem,

anti-freeze protection . ............. .........234

Winter prog ramme .............. ............. .....135

Winter tyres ...................... ...................... 216

Xenon headlight system

Bulb replacement ........... ......... .......... 193

Driv ing abroad .................... .............. 113

MERIVA

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manual are based on the latest production information

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notice.

Edition: January 2007.

TS 1578-B-07

MERIVA

Operation, Safety and Maintenance

Owner’s Manual

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