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Vauxhall Viva

Owner's Manual
Contents Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 19
Seats, restraints ........................... 31
Storage ........................................ 49
Instruments and controls ............. 56
Lighting ........................................ 88
Climate control ............................. 94
Driving and operating ................. 103
Vehicle care ............................... 131
Service and maintenance .......... 169
Technical data ........................... 172
Customer information ................ 183
Index .......................................... 190
2 Introduction

Introduction
Introduction 3

Vehicle specific data When this Owner's Manual refers to a ● The table of contents at the
workshop visit, we recommend your beginning of this manual and
Please enter your vehicle's data on Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. within each section shows where
the previous page to keep it easily the information is located.
accessible. This information is For gas vehicles, we recommend a
available in the sections "Service and Vauxhall Authorised Repairer ● The index will enable you to
maintenance" and "Technical data" licensed to service gas vehicles. search for specific information.
as well as on the identification plate. All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers ● This Owner's Manual depicts left-
provide first-class service at hand drive vehicles. Operation is
Introduction reasonable prices. Experienced similar for right-hand drive
Your vehicle is a designed mechanics trained by Vauxhall work vehicles.
combination of advanced technology, according to specific Vauxhall ● The Owner's Manual uses the
safety, environmental friendliness instructions. engine identifier code. The
and economy. The customer literature pack should corresponding sales designation
This Owner's Manual provides you always be kept ready to hand in the can be found in the section
with all the necessary information to vehicle. "Technical data".
enable you to drive your vehicle ● Directional data, e.g. left or right,
safely and efficiently. Using this manual or front or back, always relate to
Make sure your passengers are ● This manual describes all options the direction of travel.
aware of the possible risk of accident and features available for this ● Displays may not support your
and injury which may result from model. Certain descriptions, specific language.
improper use of the vehicle. including those for display and
● Display messages and interior
menu functions, may not apply to
You must always comply with the labelling are written in bold
your vehicle due to model
specific laws and regulations of the letters.
variant, country specifications,
country that you are in. These laws special equipment or
may differ from the information in this accessories.
Owner's Manual.
● The "In brief" section will give you
Disregarding the description given in an initial overview.
this manual may affect your warranty.
4 Introduction

Danger, Warnings and Symbols


Cautions Page references are indicated with 3.
3 means "see page".
9 Danger Page references and index entries
refer to the indented headings given
Text marked 9 Danger provides in the section table of content.
information on risk of fatal injury.
Chronological order to select menu
Disregarding this information may
entries in the vehicle personalisation
endanger life.
is indicated with I.
Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall.
9 Warning We wish you many hours of
pleasurable driving.
Text marked 9 Warning provides
information on risk of accident or Your Vauxhall Team
injury. Disregarding this
information may lead to injury.

Caution
Text marked Caution provides
information on possible damage to
the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
damage.
Introduction 5
6 In brief

In brief Vehicle unlocking

Initial drive information

To open the tailgate, push the switch


on the underside of the brand
Press c to unlock the doors and load emblem.
compartment. Open the doors by Radio remote control 3 20, Central
pulling the handles. locking system 3 21, Load
compartment 3 24.
In brief 7

Seat adjustment Backrest inclination Seat height

Longitudinal adjustment

Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion


release lever. Allow the seat to up : seat higher
Pull handle, slide seat, release engage audibly. down : seat lower
handle. Try to move the seat back and Seat position 3 32, Seat adjustment
forth to ensure that the seat is locked 3 33. Seat position 3 32, Seat adjustment
in place. 3 33.
Seat position 3 32, Seat adjustment
3 33.
8 In brief

Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Mirror adjustment


Interior mirror

Press release button, adjust height Pull out the seat belt and engage in
and engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be
twisted and must fit close against the To adjust the mirror, move the mirror
Head restraints 3 31.
body. The backrest must not be tilted housing in the desired direction.
back too far (maximum approx. 25 °). Manual anti-dazzle interior mirror
To release belt, press red button on 3 27.
belt buckle.
Seat position 3 32, Seat belts
3 35, Airbag system 3 37.
In brief 9
Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment

Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering
adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and
Exterior mirrors 3 26, Electric ensure it is fully locked.
adjustment 3 26, Folding exterior Do not adjust the steering wheel
mirrors 3 26. unless the vehicle is stationary and
Heated exterior mirrors 3 26. the steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 37, Ignition
positions 3 104.
10 In brief

Instrument panel overview


In brief 11
1 Power windows ..................... 28 13 Anti-theft alarm system Electronic Stability Control . 117
status LED ........................... 25 27 Light switch .......................... 88
Central locking system .......... 21
14 Infotainment system
2 Exterior mirrors ..................... 26 Headlight range
15 Glovebox .............................. 49 adjustment ........................... 89
3 Cruise control ..................... 119
16 Climate control system .......... 94 Front fog light ........................ 90
Speed limiter ...................... 121 17 AUX input, USB input Rear fog light ........................ 90
Heated steering wheel .......... 57 18 Selector lever, manual
4 Turn and lane-change transmission ....................... 110 Brightness of instrument
signals, headlight flash, panel illumination .................. 91
Selector lever, manual
low beam and high beam ...... 90 transmission automated ...... 111
Exit lighting ........................... 93 19 Seat heating .......................... 34
Parking lights ........................ 91 20 Parking brake ...................... 115
5 Side air vents ...................... 100 21 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............ 104
6 Instruments .......................... 61
22 Horn ..................................... 58
7 Driver Information Centre ...... 73
8 Steering wheel controls ....... 57 Driver airbag ........................ 40
9 Windscreen wiper, 23 Bonnet release lever .......... 133
windscreen washer 24 Steering wheel adjustment . . 57
system, rear window 25 Fuse box ............................ 147
wiper, rear window washer
system ................................... 58 26 Traction Control system ..... 116
10 Centre air vents .................. 100 City mode ............................ 118
11 Hazard warning flashers ...... 89 Stop-start system ................ 106
12 Info-Display ........................... 78 Fuel selector ......................... 63
Lane departure warning ..... 123
12 In brief

Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and Turn and lane-change signals
low beam
Light switch

lever up : right turn signal


headlight flash : pull lever lever down : left turn signal
Turn light switch: high beam : push lever
Turn and lane-change signals
7 : lights off low beam : push or pull lever
3 90, Parking lights 3 91.
8 : sidelights High beam 3 88, Headlight flash
9 : headlights 3 88.
Fog lights
Press button in light switch:
> : front fog lights
r : rear fog light
In brief 13
Hazard warning flashers Horn Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper

Operated by pressing ¨. Press j.


Hazard warning flashers 3 89.
HI : fast
LO : slow
E : interval wiping
OFF : off
For single wipe when the wiper is off,
press lever down to position 2.
Windscreen wiper 3 58.
14 In brief
Windscreen washer Rear window wiper Rear window washer

Pull lever. Press the rocker switch to activate the Push lever.
Windscreen washer system 3 58, rear window wiper: Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
Washer fluid 3 135, Wiper blade upper switch : continuous window and the wiper wipes a few
replacement 3 138. operation times.
lower switch : intermittent Rear window wiper/washer 3 59.
operation
middle position : off
In brief 15

Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Transmission


windows
Heated rear window Manual transmission

● Press V.
The heating is operated by pressing ● Set temperature control to Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
Ü. warmest level. depress clutch pedal and press the
Heated rear window 3 29. release button on the selector lever
● Set fan speed to highest level. and engage the gear.
Heated exterior mirrors ● Switch on heated rear window Ü. If the gear does not engage, set the
Pressing Ü also activates the heated ● Open side air vents as required lever to neutral, release the clutch
exterior mirrors. and direct them towards the door pedal and depress again; then repeat
windows. gear selection.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 26.
Climate control system 3 94. Manual transmission 3 110.
16 In brief
Manual transmission automated Starting off Starting the engine

Check before starting off


● Tyre pressure and condition
3 150, 3 182.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 134.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats,
and seat belts 3 26, 3 32,
R : reverse, engage only when 3 36. ● Turn key to position 1.
vehicle is stationary ● Move the steering wheel slightly
N : neutral ● Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet. to release the steering wheel
D : automatic mode lock.
M : manual mode
< : upshift in manual mode ● Manual transmission: operate
] : downshift in manual mode clutch and brake pedal.
Manual transmission automated:
Manual transmission automated operate brake pedal.
3 111.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Turn key to position 3 and
release.
In brief 17
Starting the engine 3 105. Stop-start system Vehicles with manual transmission
automated:
If the vehicle is at a standstill with the
brake pedal depressed, Autostop is
activated automatically, indicated by
the needle at the AUTOSTOP
position in the tachometer.
Release the brake pedal or move
selector lever out of D to restart the
engine.
Stop-start system 3 106.

If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a


standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
Vehicles with manual transmission:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Set the lever to neutral.
● Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
18 In brief

Parking key. Turn the front wheels Caution


towards the kerb.
9 Warning ● Close the windows and the After running at high engine
sunroof. speeds or with high engine loads,
● Do not park the vehicle on an operate the engine briefly at a low
easily ignitable surface. The ● Remove the ignition key from
the ignition switch. Turn the load or run in neutral for
high temperature of the approx. 30 seconds before
exhaust system could ignite the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to switching off, in order to protect
surface. the turbocharger.
engage.
● Always apply the parking
brake. Activate the manual For vehicles with manual Keys, locks 3 19, Laying-up the
parking brake without pressing transmission automated, the key vehicle for a long period of time
the release button. Apply as can only be removed from the 3 132.
firmly as possible on a downhill ignition switch when the parking
slope or uphill slope. Depress brake is applied.
brake pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force. ● Lock the vehicle by pressing e on
the radio remote control.
● Switch off the engine.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
● If the vehicle is on a level system 3 25.
surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear before removing the ● The engine cooling fans may run
ignition key. On an uphill slope, after the engine has been
turn the front wheels away from switched off 3 133.
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before removing the ignition
Keys, doors and windows 19

Keys, doors and Heated rear window .................. 29


Sun visors .................................. 29
Keys, locks
windows Roof ............................................. 29 Keys
Sunroof ...................................... 29
Caution
Keys, locks ................................... 19
Keys .......................................... 19 Do not attach heavy or bulky items
Radio remote control ................. 20 to the ignition key.
Memorised settings ................... 21
Central locking system .............. 21 Replacement keys
Child locks ................................. 23 The key number is specified in the
Doors ........................................... 24 Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
Load compartment .................... 24 The key number must be quoted
Vehicle security ............................ 25 when ordering replacement keys, as
Anti-theft alarm system .............. 25 it is a component of the immobiliser
Immobiliser ................................ 25 system.
Exterior mirrors ............................ 26 Locks 3 166.
Mirrors ....................................... 26
The code number of the adapter for
Electric adjustment .................... 26
the locking wheel bolts is specified on
Folding mirrors .......................... 26
a card. It must be quoted when
Heated mirrors ........................... 26
ordering a replacement adapter.
Interior mirrors ............................. 27
Wheel changing 3 159.
Manual anti-dazzle .................... 27
Windows ...................................... 27
Windscreen ............................... 27
Manual windows ........................ 27
Power windows ......................... 28
20 Keys, doors and windows
Lock cylinders Radio remote control Fault
Designed to free-wheel if they are If the central locking system cannot
forcefully rotated without the correct be operated with the radio remote
key or if the correct key is not fully control, it may be due to the following:
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with ● The range is exceeded.
the correct key until its slot is vertical,
remove key and then re-insert it. If the ● The battery voltage is too low.
cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key ● Frequent, repeated operation of
through 180° and repeat operation. the radio remote control while not
in range, which will require re-
Key with foldaway key section synchronisation.
● Overload of the central locking
system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
Used to operate: interrupted for a short time.
● central locking system ● Interference from higher-power
● anti-theft alarm system radio waves from other sources.
The radio remote control has a range Unlocking 3 21.
of approx. 20 metres. It can be
restricted by external influences. The Radio remote control battery
hazard warning flashers confirm replacement
operation.
Replace the battery as soon as the
Handle with care, protect from range reduces.
Press button to extend. To fold the moisture and high temperatures and
key, first press the button. avoid unnecessary operation.
Keys, doors and windows 21
Radio remote control Central locking system
synchronisation Unlocks and locks doors and load
After replacing the battery, unlock the compartment.
door with the key in the driver's door Notice
lock. The radio remote control will be In the event of an accident in which
synchronised when the ignition is airbags or belt pretensioners are
Batteries do not belong in household switched on. deployed, the vehicle is
waste. They must be disposed of at
automatically unlocked.
an appropriate recycling collection
point. Memorised settings Unlocking
Whenever the key is removed from
Key with foldaway key section the ignition switch, the following
settings are automatically memorised
by the key:
● lighting
● presets for Infotainment system
● central locking system
● comfort settings
The saved settings are automatically
used the next time the memorised key
is inserted into the ignition switch and
turned to position 1 3 104.
Press c.
A precondition is that Personalization
Extend the key and open the unit By Driver is activated in the personal
sideways. Replace the battery settings of the Info-Display.
(battery type CR 2032), paying This must be set for each key used.
attention to the installation position.
Vehicle personalisation 3 82.
Close the unit and synchronise.
22 Keys, doors and windows
Two settings are selectable in the
Info-Display:
● To unlock only the driver's door,
press c once. To unlock all doors
and load compartment, press c
twice.
● Press c once to unlock all doors
and load compartment.
The setting can be changed in the
menu Settings in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 82.
The setting can be saved for the key Press e. Press e to lock.
being used. If the driver's door is not closed Press c to unlock.
Memorised settings 3 21. properly, the central locking system
will not work.
Locking
Central locking buttons
Close doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap. Locks or unlocks doors and the load
compartment from inside the
passenger compartment.
Keys, doors and windows 23
Fault in radio remote control Close the driver's door. Manually lock
system the driver's door by turning the key.

Unlocking Fault in central locking system


Unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. From the
inside of the vehicle the doors can be
unlocked by pulling up the lock button
on the respective door. The load
compartment cannot be unlocked.
Automatic door locking Move the pin in the rear door to the
front. The door cannot be opened
If no door is opened or the position of
from inside.
ignition key is not located in position
1 or position 2 within three minutes
Manually unlock the driver's door by after unlocking with the radio remote
turning the key in the lock. Switch on control, all the doors are locked and
the ignition and press the central the anti-theft alarm system is
locking button c to unlock the other activated automatically.
doors and load compartment.
By switching on the ignition, the anti- Child locks
theft alarm system is deactivated.
9 Warning
Locking
Close all doors. Open the driver's Use the child locks whenever
door and press the central locking children are occupying the rear
button. The vehicle is locked. seats.
24 Keys, doors and windows

Doors Closing gases, which cannot be seen or


smelled, could enter the vehicle.
Load compartment This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
Tailgate
Opening Caution
Before opening the tailgate, check
overhead obstructions, e.g. a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the
tailgate.
Use interior handle.
Do not press the touchpad switch Notice
whilst closing as this will unlock the The installation of certain heavy
tailgate again. accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.
Central locking system 3 21.
To open the tailgate, push the switch General hints for operating
on the underside of the brand tailgate
emblem.
9 Danger
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
Keys, doors and windows 25

Vehicle security Status during the first 30 seconds of


anti-theft alarm system activation:
Vehicle messages 3 79.

Anti-theft alarm system LED illuminates : test, arming delay Immobiliser


LED flashes : doors, tailgate or
The anti-theft alarm system is The system is part of the ignition
quickly bonnet not
combined with the central locking switch and checks whether the
completely closed,
system. vehicle is allowed to be started with
or system fault
It monitors: the key being used.
Seek the assistance of a workshop in The immobiliser is activated
● doors, tailgate, bonnet
the event of faults. automatically after the key has been
● ignition removed from the ignition switch.
Deactivation
Status LED If the control indicator d flashes when
Unlocking the vehicle by pressing c the ignition is on, there is a fault in the
deactivates anti-theft alarm system. system; the engine cannot be started.
Switch off the ignition and repeat the
Alarm start attempt.
When triggered, the alarm horn If the control indicator continues
sounds and the hazard warning lights flashing, attempt to start the engine
flash simultaneously. The number using the spare key and seek the
and duration of alarm signals are assistance of a workshop.
stipulated by legislation.
Notice
The alarm can be silenced by The immobiliser does not lock the
pressing any button on the radio doors. You should always lock the
remote control or by switching on the vehicle after leaving it.
ignition.
Status LED is integrated in the sensor Switch on the anti-theft alarm
on top of the instrument panel. The anti-theft alarm system can only system 3 21, 3 25.
be deactivated by pressing c on the
radio remote control or by switching Control indicator d 3 72.
on the ignition.
26 Keys, doors and windows

Exterior mirrors Folding mirrors Heated mirrors


For pedestrian safety, the exterior
Mirrors mirrors will swing out of their normal
The shape of the mirrors makes mounting position if they are struck
objects appear smaller, which will with sufficient force. Reposition the
affect the ability to estimate mirror by applying slight pressure to
distances. the mirror housing.

Electric adjustment

Operated by pressing Ü.
Mirror heating works with the engine
running.
It is switched off automatically after a
short time.

Select the relevant exterior mirror by


turning the control to left (L) or right
(R). Then swivel the control to adjust
the mirror.
In position 0 no mirror is selected.
Keys, doors and windows 27

Interior mirrors Windows Manual windows


Manual anti-dazzle Windscreen
Windscreen stickers
Do not attach stickers, e.g. toll road
stickers or similar, on the windscreen
in the area of the interior mirror.
Otherwise the detection zone of the
sensor in the mirror housing could be
restricted.
Windscreen replacement

Caution The windows can be opened or


closed manually with the window
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on If the vehicle has a front-looking cranks.
the underside of the mirror housing. camera sensor for the driver
assistance systems, it is very
important that any windscreen
replacement is performed
accurately according to Vauxhall
specifications. Otherwise, these
systems may not work properly
and there is a risk of unexpected
behaviour and/or messages from
these systems.
28 Keys, doors and windows

Power windows Operate the switch in the door trim for Override safety function
the respective window by pushing to
open or pulling to close. In the event of closing difficulties due
9 Warning to frost or the like, switch on the
Open ignition, then pull the switch several
Take care when operating the times to close the windows in stages.
power windows. Risk of injury, Short push: window opens in stages.
particularly to children. Long push: window opens Child safety system for rear
Be careful when closing the automatically up to end position. To windows
windows. Ensure that nothing stop movement, move switch in
becomes trapped in them as they opposite direction.
move.
Close
Operable with ignition on (position 2) Short pull: window closes in stages.
3 104.
Longer pull: window closes
Retained power off 3 105. automatically up to end position. To
stop movement, move switch in
opposite direction.
Safety function
If the window glass encounters
resistance above the middle of the Press z to deactivate rear door
window during automatic closing, it is power windows; the LED illuminates.
immediately stopped and opened To activate, press z again.
again.
Keys, doors and windows 29
Overload Heated rear window Roof
If the windows are repeatedly
operated at short intervals, the Sunroof
window operation is disabled for
some time. 9 Warning
Initialising the power windows Take care when operating the
If the windows cannot be opened or sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly
closed automatically (e.g. after to children.
disconnecting the vehicle battery), Keep a close watch on the
activate the window electronics as movable parts when operating
follows: them. Ensure that nothing
1. Close the doors. becomes trapped in them as they
move.
2. Switch on ignition. Operated by pressing Ü.
3. Close the window completely and Rear window heating works with the Operable via a rocker switch with
operate the button for an engine running. ignition on (position 2) 3 104.
additional two seconds. It is switched off automatically after a Retained power off 3 105.
4. Repeat this procedure for each short time.
window.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or
swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
The integral mirrors should be closed
when driving.
30 Keys, doors and windows
Close
Hold switch r depressed from any
position until sunroof is closed
completely. Releasing the switch
stops movement in any position.
Notice
If the top of the roof is wet, tilt
sunroof, allow water to run off and
then open sunroof.
Do not affix any stickers to sunroof.

Raise Sunblind
Hold switch p depressed until the The sunblind is manually operated.
sunroof is raised at the rear. Close or open the sunblind by sliding.
When the sunroof is open, the
Open sunblind is always open.
From raised position press and
release switch p: the sunroof is
opened automatically up to end
position. To stop movement before
end position, operate switch once
more.
Seats, restraints 31

Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment


Front head restraints, height
Position adjustment
Head restraints ............................ 31
Front seats ................................... 32 9 Warning
Seat position .............................. 32
Seat adjustment ........................ 33 Only drive with the head restraint
Heating ...................................... 34 set to the proper position.
Seat belts ..................................... 35
Three-point seat belt ................. 36
Airbag system .............................. 37
Front airbag system ................... 40
Side airbag system .................... 41
Curtain airbag system ............... 41
Airbag deactivation .................... 42
Child restraints ............................. 43 Press release button, adjust height,
Child restraint systems .............. 43 engage.
Child restraint installation
locations ................................... 45
ISOFIX child restraint systems . . 48
Top-tether fastening eyes .......... 48 The upper edge of the head restraint
should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.
32 Seats, restraints
Rear head restraints, height
adjustment
Front seats
Seat position
9 Warning
Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.

9 Danger

Press both catches, pull the head Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
restraint upwards and remove. the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
Pull the head restraint upwards and
let engage. To move downwards,
press the catch to release and push 9 Warning
the head restraint downwards.
Never adjust seats while driving as
Removal of rear head restraint they could move uncontrollably.
E.g. when using a child restraint
system 3 43.
9 Warning
Never store any objects under the
seats.
Seats, restraints 33
● Sit with shoulders as far back Longitudinal adjustment
against the backrest as possible.
Set the backrest rake so that it is
possible to easily reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly
bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do
not angle the backrest too far
back. We recommend a
maximum rake of approx. 25°.
● Adjust seat and steering wheel in
● Sit with buttocks as far back a way that the wrist rests on top
against the backrest as possible. of the steering wheel while the
Adjust the distance between the arm is fully extended and Pull handle, slide seat, release
seat and the pedals so that legs shoulders on the backrest. handle. Try to move the seat back and
are slightly angled when fully ● Adjust the steering wheel 3 57. forth to ensure that the seat is locked
pressing the pedals. Slide the in place.
● Adjust the head restraint 3 31.
front passenger seat as far back
as possible. ● Adjust the seat belt 3 36.
● Set seat height high enough to
have a clear field of vision on all Seat adjustment
sides and of all display Drive only with engaged seats and
instruments. There should be at backrests.
least one hand of clearance
between head and the roof
frame. Your thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without
pressing into it.
34 Seats, restraints
Backrest inclination Seat height Heating

Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion Activate seat heating by pressing ß
release lever. Allow the backrest to up : seat higher for the respective front seat.
engage audibly. down : seat lower The LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation.
Pressing ß once more deactivates
seat heating.
Seat heating is operational when
engine is running.
During an Autostop, seat heating is
also operational.
Stop-start system 3 106.
Seats, restraints 35

Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by


only one person at a time. Child
Belt force limiters
restraint system 3 43. Stress on the body is reduced by the
gradual release of the belt during a
Periodically check all parts of the belt collision.
system for damage, pollution and
proper functionality. Belt pretensioners
Have damaged components In the event of a head-on or rear-end
replaced. After an accident, have the collision of a certain severity, the front
belts and triggered belt pretensioners seat belts are tightened.
replaced by a workshop.
Notice 9 Warning
Make sure that the belts are not
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
objects or are trapped. Prevent dirt fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
The seat belts are locked during from getting into the belt retractors. pretensioners.
heavy acceleration or deceleration of Seat belt reminder
the vehicle holding the occupants in Deployment of the belt pretensioners
the sitting position. Therefore the risk Front seats are equipped with a seat is indicated by continuous illumination
of injury is considerably reduced. belt reminder, indicated for driver seat of control indicator v 3 68.
as control indicator X in the Triggered belt pretensioners must be
9 Warning tachometer 3 68, and for front replaced by a workshop. Belt
passenger seat as control indicator pretensioners can only be triggered
Fasten seat belt before each trip. k in the Driver Information Centre once.
3 65.
In the event of an accident, people Notice
not wearing seat belts endanger Do not affix or install accessories or
their fellow occupants and other objects that may interfere with
themselves. the operation of the belt
pretensioners. Do not make any
36 Seats, restraints
modifications to belt pretensioner Unfasten
components as this will invalidate
the vehicle type approval.
Three-point seat belt
Fasten

Loose or bulky clothing prevents the


belt from fitting snugly. Do not place
objects such as handbags or mobile To release belt, press red button on
phones between the belt and your belt buckle.
body.

9 Warning
Withdraw the belt from the retractor,
guide it untwisted across the body The belt must not rest against hard
and insert the latch plate into the or fragile objects in the pockets of
buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly your clothing.
while driving by pulling the shoulder
belt. Seat belt reminder X 3 68.
Seats, restraints 37
Using the seat belt while pregnant Airbag system necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
The airbag system consists of a
handles and the seats replaced.
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of Do not make any modifications to
equipment. the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle type approval.
When triggered, the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate When the airbags inflate escaping hot
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable gases may cause burns.
during the collision.
Fault
9 Warning If there is a fault in the airbag system,
the control indicator v illuminates and
If handled improperly the airbag a message or a warning code
9 Warning systems can be triggered in an appears in the Driver Information
explosive manner. Centre. The system is not
The lap belt must be positioned as operational.
low as possible across the pelvis Notice
Have the cause of the fault remedied
to prevent pressure on the The airbag systems and belt
by a workshop.
abdomen. pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area. Control indicator for airbag systems
Do not put any magnetic objects in 3 68.
this area.
Do not affix any objects onto the
airbag covers and do not cover them
with other materials.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it may be
38 Seats, restraints
Child restraint systems on front FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège DA: Brug ALDRIG en bagudvendt
passenger seat with airbag d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un autostol på et forsæde med AKTIV
systems siège protégé par un COUSSIN AIRBAG, BARNET kan komme i
GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui, LIVSFARE eller komme ALVORLIGT
sous peine d'infliger des TIL SKADE.
BLESSURES GRAVES, voire SV: Använd ALDRIG en bakåtvänd
MORTELLES à l'ENFANT. barnstol på ett säte som skyddas med
ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de en framförvarande AKTIV AIRBAG.
retención infantil orientado hacia DÖDSFALL eller ALLVARLIGA
atrás en un asiento protegido por un SKADOR kan drabba BARNET.
AIRBAG FRONTAL ACTIVO. Peligro FI: ÄLÄ KOSKAAN sijoita taaksepäin
de MUERTE o LESIONES GRAVES suunnattua lasten turvaistuinta
para el NIÑO. istuimelle, jonka edessä on
RU: ЗАПРЕЩАЕТСЯ AKTIIVINEN TURVATYYNY, LAPSI
устанавливать детское VOI KUOLLA tai VAMMAUTUA
удерживающее устройство лицом VAKAVASTI.
EN: NEVER use a rearward-facing назад на сиденье автомобиля, NO: Bakovervendt
child restraint on a seat protected by оборудованном фронтальной barnesikringsutstyr må ALDRI brukes
an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it; подушкой безопасности, если på et sete med AKTIV
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the ПОДУШКА НЕ ОТКЛЮЧЕНА! Это KOLLISJONSPUTE foran, da det kan
CHILD can occur. может привести к СМЕРТИ или føre til at BARNET utsettes for
DE: Nach hinten gerichtete СЕРЬЕЗНЫМ ТРАВМАМ LIVSFARE og fare for ALVORLIGE
Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz РЕБЕНКА. SKADER.
verwenden, der durch einen davor NL: Gebruik NOOIT een achterwaarts PT: NUNCA use um sistema de
befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG gericht kinderzitje op een stoel met retenção para crianças voltado para
geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder een ACTIEVE AIRBAG ervoor, om trás num banco protegido com um
SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES DODELIJK of ERNSTIG LETSEL van AIRBAG ACTIVO na frente do
KINDES zur Folge haben kann. het KIND te voorkomen.
Seats, restraints 39
mesmo, poderá ocorrer a PERDA DE kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR SR: NIKADA ne koristiti bezbednosni
VIDA ou FERIMENTOS GRAVES na veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE sistem za decu u kome su deca
CRIANÇA. YARALANABİLİR. okrenuta unazad na sedištu sa
IT: Non usare mai un sistema di UK: НІКОЛИ не використовуйте AKTIVNIM VAZDUŠNIM
sicurezza per bambini rivolto систему безпеки для дітей, що JASTUKOM ispred sedišta zato što
all'indietro su un sedile protetto da встановлюється обличчям назад, DETE može da NASTRADA ili da se
AIRBAG ATTIVO di fronte ad esso: на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ TEŠKO POVREDI.
pericolo di MORTE o LESIONI ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це MK: НИКОГАШ не користете детско
GRAVI per il BAMBINO! може призвести до СМЕРТІ чи седиште свртено наназад на
EL: ΠΟΤΕ μη χρησιμοποιείτε παιδικό СЕРЙОЗНОГО ТРАВМУВАННЯ седиште заштитено со АКТИВНО
κάθισμα ασφαλείας με φορά προς τα ДИТИНИ. ВОЗДУШНО ПЕРНИЧЕ пред него,
πίσω σε κάθισμα που προστατεύεται HU: SOHA ne használjon hátrafelé затоа што детето може ДА ЗАГИНЕ
από μετωπικό ΕΝΕΡΓΟ ΑΕΡΟΣΑΚΟ, néző biztonsági gyerekülést előlről или да биде ТЕШКО ПОВРЕДЕНО.
διότι το παιδί μπορεί να υποστεί AKTÍV LÉGZSÁKKAL védett ülésen, BG: НИКОГА не използвайте
ΘΑΝΑΣΙΜΟ ή ΣΟΒΑΡΟ mert a GYERMEK HALÁLÁT vagy детска седалка, гледаща назад,
ΤΡΑΥΜΑΤΙΣΜΟ. KOMOLY SÉRÜLÉSÉT okozhatja. върху седалка, която е защитена
PL: NIE WOLNO montować fotelika HR: NIKADA nemojte koristiti sustav чрез АКТИВНА ВЪЗДУШНА
dziecięcego zwróconego tyłem do zadržavanja za djecu okrenut prema ВЪЗГЛАВНИЦА пред нея - може да
kierunku jazdy na fotelu, przed natrag na sjedalu s AKTIVNIM се стигне до СМЪРТ или
którym znajduje się WŁĄCZONA ZRAČNIM JASTUKOM ispred njega, СЕРИОЗНО НАРАНЯВАНЕ на
PODUSZKA POWIETRZNA. to bi moglo dovesti do SMRTI ili ДЕТЕТО.
Niezastosowanie się do tego OZBILJNJIH OZLJEDA za DIJETE. RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ un scaun
zalecenia może być przyczyną SL: NIKOLI ne nameščajte otroškega pentru copil îndreptat spre partea din
ŚMIERCI lub POWAŻNYCH varnostnega sedeža, obrnjenega v spate a maşinii pe un scaun protejat
OBRAŻEŃ u DZIECKA. nasprotni smeri vožnje, na sedež z de un AIRBAG ACTIV în faţa sa;
TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet AKTIVNO ČELNO ZRAČNO acest lucru poate duce la DECESUL
sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir BLAZINO, saj pri tem obstaja sau VĂTĂMAREA GRAVĂ a
AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile nevarnost RESNIH ali SMRTNIH COPILULUI.
korunmakta olan bir koltukta POŠKODB za OTROKA.
40 Seats, restraints
CS: NIKDY nepoužívejte dětský kaitstud iste, sest see võib
zádržný systém instalovaný proti põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või
směru jízdy na sedadle, které je TÕSISE VIGASTUSE.
chráněno před sedadlem AKTIVNÍM MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li
AIRBAGEM. Mohlo by dojít k jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit
VÁŽNÉMU PORANĚNÍ nebo ÚMRTÍ protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu;
DÍTĚTE. dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew
SK: NIKDY nepoužívajte detskú ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL.
sedačku otočenú vzad na sedadle Beyond the warning required by
chránenom AKTÍVNYM AIRBAGOM, ECE R94.02, for safety reasons a
pretože môže dôjsť k SMRTI alebo forward-facing child restraint system
VÁŽNYM ZRANENIAM DIEŤAŤA. must only be used subject to the
LT: JOKIU BŪDU nemontuokite atgal instructions and restrictions in the The inflated airbags cushion the
atgręžtos vaiko tvirtinimo sistemos tables 3 45. impact, thereby reducing the risk of
sėdynėje, prieš kurią įrengta AKTYVI The airbag label is located on both injury to the upper body and head of
ORO PAGALVĖ, nes VAIKAS GALI sides of the front passenger sun visor. the front seat occupants
ŽŪTI arba RIMTAI SUSIŽALOTI. considerably.
Airbag deactivation 3 42.
LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ
neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu 9 Warning
bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek Front airbag system
aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu The front airbag system consists of Optimum protection is only
AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo one airbag in the steering wheel and provided when the seat is in the
pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt one in the instrument panel on the proper position.
SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ. front passenger side. The location is Seat position 3 32.
ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole identified by the word AIRBAG. Keep the area in which the airbag
suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille The front airbag system is triggered in inflates clear of obstructions.
ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA the event of a front-end impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
Seats, restraints 41

Fit the seat belt correctly and Curtain airbag system


engage securely. Only then is the The curtain airbag system consists of
airbag able to protect. an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. The location is identified by the
Side airbag system word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.

The inflated airbags cushion the


impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.

The side airbag system consists of an 9 Warning


airbag in each front seat backrest.
The location is identified by the word Keep the area in which the airbag
AIRBAG. inflates clear of obstructions.
The side airbag system is triggered in The inflated airbags cushion the
Notice impact, thereby reducing the risk of
the event of a side impact of a certain
Only use protective seat covers that injury to the head in the event of a
severity. The ignition must be
have been approved for the vehicle. side-on impact considerably.
switched on.
Be careful not to cover the airbags.
42 Seats, restraints

9 Warning 9 Danger
Keep the area in which the airbag Deactivate passenger airbag only
inflates clear of obstructions. in combination with the use of a
The hooks on the handles in the child restraint system, subject to
roof frame are only suitable for the instructions and restrictions in
hanging up light articles of the tables 3 45.
clothing, without coat hangers. Do Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal
not keep any items in these injury for a person occupying a
clothes. seat with a deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Airbag deactivation Use the ignition key to choose the
The front passenger airbag system switch position:
must be deactivated for a child *OFF : front passenger airbag is
restraint system on the passenger deactivated and will not
seat according to the instructions in inflate in the event of a
the tables 3 45. collision. Control indicator
The other airbag systems, the belt *OFF illuminates
pretensioners and all driver airbag continuously
systems will remain active. VON : front passenger airbag is
active
Seats, restraints 43
If control indicator d illuminates for
approx. 60 seconds after the ignition
Child restraints Always comply with local or national
regulations. In some countries, the
is switched on, the front passenger use of child restraint systems is
airbag system will inflate in the event
Child restraint systems forbidden on certain seats.
of a collision. We recommend Vauxhall child
restraint systems which are tailored 9 Danger
If both control indicators are
specifically to the vehicle.
illuminated at the same time, there is
a system failure. The status of the The following child restraints are If using a rear-facing child restraint
system is not discernible, therefore recommended for the following system on the front passenger
no person is allowed to occupy the weight classes: seat, the airbag system for the
front passenger seat. Contact a ● Group 0, Group 0+ front passenger seat must be
workshop immediately. deactivated. This also applies to
Maxi Cosi Cabriofix with ISOFIX certain forward-facing child
Change status only when the vehicle base, for children up to 13 kg restraint systems as indicated in
is stopped with the ignition off. ● Group I the tables 3 45.
Status remains until the next change. Duo Plus with ISOFIX and Top
Control indicator for airbag tether, for children from 9 kg to Airbag deactivation 3 42.
deactivation 3 68. 18 kg in this group Airbag label 3 37.
● Group II, Group III
Selecting the right system
Kidfix with or without ISOFIX for
children from 15 kg to 36 kg The rear seats are the most
When a child restraint system is being convenient location to fasten a child
used, pay attention to the following restraint system.
usage and installation instructions Children should travel facing
and also those supplied with the child rearwards in the vehicle as long as
restraint system. possible. This ensures that the child's
backbone, which is still very weak, is
under less strain in the event of an
accident.
44 Seats, restraints
Only use suitable restraint systems, Notice
e.g. those that comply with valid Do not affix anything on the child
UN ECE regulations. restraint systems and do not cover
Ensure that the child restraint system them with any other materials.
to be installed is compatible with the A child restraint system which has
vehicle type. Refer to the tables on been subjected to stress in an
the following pages, the instructions accident must be replaced.
supplied with the child restraint
system and the vehicle type list of
non-universal child restraint systems.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Remove rear head restraint before
mounting a child restraint system if
required.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not
in use, secure the seat with a seat belt
or remove it from the vehicle.
Child restraint systems could be
fastened with ISOFIX mounting
brackets, Top-tether if available,
and/or a three-point seat belt. Refer
to the following tables.
Seats, restraints 45

Child restraint installation locations


Permissible options for fastening a child restraint system with a three-point seat belt
On front passenger seat
Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat
Group 0: up to 10 kg X U1 U2 X
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg X U1 U2 X
or approx. 2 years
Group I: 9 to 18 kg X U1 U2 X
or approx. 8 months to 4 years
Group II: 15 to 25 kg X X U2 X
or approx. 3 to 7 years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg X X U2 X
or approx. 6 to 12 years

U : universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt


X : no child restraint system permitted in this weight class
1 : adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt runs forwards from

the upper anchorage point


2 : move the driver and/or passenger seat forwards and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical

position to ensure that the child restraint system does not have any interference from the front seat backrest.
46 Seats, restraints
Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system
On front passenger On rear outboard
Weight class Size class Fixture seat seats On rear centre seat
Group 0: up to 10 kg F ISO/L1 X X X
or approx. 10 months G ISO/L2 X X X
E ISO/R1 X IL X
Group 0+: up to 13 kg E ISO/R1 X IL X
or approx. 2 years D ISO/R2 X IL X
C ISO/R3 X IL1 X
Group I: 9 to 18 kg D ISO/R2 X IL X
or approx. 8 months to 4 years C ISO/R3 X IL1 X
B ISO/F2 X IL, IUF X
B1 ISO/F2X X IL, IUF X
A ISO/F3 X IL, IUF X
Group II: 15 to 25 kg X IL X
or approx. 3 to 7 years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg X IL X
or approx. 6 to 12 years
Seats, restraints 47
IL : suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the "specific-vehicle", "restricted" or "semi-universal" categories.
The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type (refer to the vehicle type list of the child
restraint system)
IUF : suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class
X : no ISOFIX child restraint system approved for this weight class
1 : only applicable for rear outer seat on passenger side with foremost seating position and backrest upright.
Notice
Move the driver and/or passenger seat forwards and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical
position to ensure that the child restraint system does not have any interference from the front seat backrest.
ISOFIX size class and seat device
A – ISO/F3 : forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg
B – ISO/F2 : forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg
B1 – ISO/F2X : forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg
C – ISO/R3 : rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kg
D – ISO/R2 : rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kg
E – ISO/R1 : rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg
F - ISO/L1 : left lateral facing position CRS (carry cot) for smaller children in the weight class up to 10 kg
G - ISO/L2 : right lateral facing position CRS (carry cot) for smaller children in the weight class up to 10 kg.
48 Seats, restraints

ISOFIX child restraint Remove rear head restraint before Route, attach, and tighten the top
mounting a child restraint system, if tether according to your child restraint
systems required 3 31. instructions.
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX Route, attach, and tighten the top ISOFIX child restraint systems of
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX tether according to your child restraint universal category positions are
mounting brackets. Specific vehicle instructions. marked in the table by IUF.
ISOFIX child restraint system
positions are marked in the table by Remove rear head restraint before
IL. Top-tether fastening eyes mounting a child restraint system, if
required 3 31.
The vehicle has two fastening eyes
on the back of the rear seats.
Top-tether fastening eyes are marked
with the symbol : for a child seat.

ISOFIX mounting brackets on the


rear seats are indicated by the
ISOFIX logo on the backrest.
ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are In addition to the ISOFIX mounting,
marked in the table by IUF. fasten the Top-tether strap to the
Top-tether fastening eyes.
Storage 49

Storage Storage compartments Pull lever to open the glovebox cover.


The glovebox features an adapter for
the locking wheel bolts.
9 Warning The glovebox should be closed whilst
Storage compartments ................ 49 driving.
Glovebox ................................... 49 Do not store heavy or sharp
Cupholders ................................ 49 objects in the storage
Centre console storage ............. 50 compartments. Otherwise, the Cupholders
Load compartment ....................... 50 storage compartment lid could
Load compartment cover ........... 52 open and vehicle occupants could
Rear floor storage cover ............ 53 be injured by objects being thrown
Warning triangle ........................ 53 around in the event of hard
First aid kit ................................. 54 braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Loading information ..................... 54
Glovebox

Cupholders are located in the centre


console.
50 Storage

Centre console storage Load compartment


Load compartment extension

Caution
First fold up the rear seat cushion
before folding the rear seat
backrest.
Disregard may lead to damage to
the rear seat.
1. Pull up the front of the rear seat
Notice cushion to release it.
The storage is used for small articles. To ensure sufficient room for rear 2. Guide the rear of the rear seat
seat cushion operation, slide the cushion to an upright position.
front seats forward and move the
front seat backrest upright. 3. Remove the rear seat head
restraints 3 31.
Storage 51
or damage to the load or vehicle in
the event of hard braking or a
collision.

Ensure the seat belts are not


pinched by the latch.
2. Reinstall the rear head restraints.
3. Place the rear part of the seat
cushion in its original position.
Notice
Make sure the seat belts are not
4. Pull the release knob on top of the 6. Put the seat belts for the outboard twisted or caught under the seat
rear backrest. seats into the belt guides. cushion.
7. Adjust the front seats to the 4. Push the front part of the seat
desired position. cushion down firmly until it
latches.
To return the backrest to the original
position: The centre rear seat belt may lock
when you raise the backrest. If this
1. Lift the backrest up and pull out happens, allow the belt to go back all
the seat belt from the belt guides. the way and repeat operation.
Push backrest firmly into place.
If the seat belt is still locked, fold down
the seat cushion and try again.
9 Warning
To return the rear seat cushion, put
When folding up, ensure that the rear part of the seat cushion in its
backrests are securely engaged in original position ensuring that the
5. Fold down the backrest and insert position before driving. Failure to seat belt buckle straps are not twisted
the rear seat head restraints into do so may result in personal injury
the pockets.
52 Storage
or caught under the seat cushion,
then push the front part of the seat
cushion firmly down until it latches.

Caution
When returning rear seat backrest
to the upright position, place the
rear seat belt and buckles
between the rear seat backrest
and one cushion. Make sure the
rear seat belt and buckles do not
get pinched under the rear seat
To remove the rear seat cushion, Removing
cushion.
push the hinges in direction of arrow.
Ensure the seat belts are not Unhook retaining straps from tailgate.
twisted or caught in the seat Lift cover at the rear and push it
backrest and are arranged in their Load compartment cover
upwards at the front.
proper position. Do not place heavy objects on the
cover. Remove the cover.
Stowing
When the load compartment is fully
loaded, stow the load compartment
cover on the rear seats or remove
from vehicle.
Fitting
Engage cover in side guides and fold
downwards. Attach retaining straps to
tailgate.
Storage 53

Rear floor storage cover General hint Warning triangle


Rear floor cover 9 Warning Vehicles with spare wheel

For safety reasons, stow all parts


in the load compartment in its
position, always drive with a
closed rear floor cover and, if
possible, with folded up rear
backrests.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants
could be injured by objects being
thrown around in the event of
sharp braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Lift up rear floor cover to gain access Stow the warning triangle in the load
to the tyre repair kit, vehicle tools and compartment.
warning triangle.
On versions with spare wheel, the
spare wheel is located under the rear
floor cover together with the vehicle
tools.
Tools 3 149.
54 Storage
Vehicles with tyre repair kit First aid kit Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load
compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests.
Ensure that the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure loose objects in the load
compartment to prevent them
from sliding.
● When transporting objects in the
Stow the warning triangle in the Stow the first-aid kit in the well in the load compartment, the backrests
vehicle tool box below the floor over load compartment. of the rear seats must not be
in the load compartment. angled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude
above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the
load compartment cover or the
instrument panel, and do not
cover the sensor on top of the
instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the
operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
Storage 55
hinder the freedom of movement Optional equipment and
of the driver. Do not place any accessories increase the kerb
unsecured objects in the interior. weight.
● Do not drive with an open load ● Driving with a roof load increases
compartment. the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
9 Warning detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
Always make sure that the load in higher centre of gravity.
the vehicle is securely stowed. Distribute the load evenly and
Otherwise objects can be thrown secure it properly with retaining
around inside the vehicle and straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
cause personal injury or damage and vehicle speed according to
to the load or vehicle. the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
● The payload is the difference
between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 173) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
56 Instruments and controls

Instruments and Control indicators ...................... 65


Turn signal ................................. 67
Cruise control ............................ 72
Speed limiter ............................. 72
controls Seat belt reminder ..................... 68 Bonnet open .............................. 72
Airbag and belt tensioners ......... 68 Door open .................................. 73
Airbag deactivation .................... 68 Information displays ..................... 73
Charging system ....................... 69 Driver Information Centre .......... 73
Controls ....................................... 57 Malfunction indicator light .......... 69 Info display ................................ 78
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 57 Service vehicle soon ................. 69
Steering wheel controls ............. 57 Brake and clutch system ........... 69 Vehicle messages ........................ 79
Heated steering wheel ............... 57 Operate pedal ............................ 69 Warning chimes ......................... 81
Horn ........................................... 58 Antilock brake system (ABS) ..... 70 Battery voltage .......................... 81
Windscreen wiper/washer ......... 58 Gear shifting .............................. 70 Vehicle personalisation ................ 82
Rear window wiper/washer ....... 59 Power steering .......................... 70 OnStar ......................................... 84
Outside temperature .................. 59 Lane departure warning ............ 70
Clock ......................................... 59 Ultrasonic parking assist ........... 70
Power outlets ............................. 61 Electronic Stability Control off . . . 70
Cigarette lighter ......................... 61 Electronic Stability Control and
Ashtrays .................................... 61 Traction Control system ........... 70
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ Traction Control system off ....... 71
cators ........................................... 61 Engine coolant temperature ...... 71
Instrument cluster ...................... 61 Tyre pressure monitoring
Speedometer ............................. 61 system ...................................... 71
Odometer .................................. 62 Engine oil pressure .................... 71
Trip odometer ............................ 62 Low fuel ..................................... 72
Tachometer ............................... 62 Immobiliser ................................ 72
Fuel gauge ................................ 62 Reduced engine power ............. 72
Fuel selector .............................. 63 Exterior light .............................. 72
Engine coolant temperature High beam ................................. 72
gauge ....................................... 64 Fog light ..................................... 72
Service display .......................... 64 Rear fog light ............................. 72
Instruments and controls 57

Controls Steering wheel controls Heated steering wheel


Steering wheel adjustment

Driver Information Centre, some Activate heating by pressing A.


driver assistance systems, Activation is indicated by the LED in
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, Infotainment system and a connected the button.
then engage lever and ensure it is mobile phone can be operated via the
fully locked. controls on the steering wheel.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless Driver assistance systems 3 119.
vehicle is stationary and steering Further information is available in the
wheel lock has been released. Infotainment manual.
58 Instruments and controls
The grip areas of the steering wheel Windscreen wiper/washer Windscreen washer
are heated quicker and to a higher
temperature than the other areas. Windscreen wiper
Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 106.

Horn

Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed


onto the windscreen and the wiper
HI : fast wipes a few times.
LO : slow Washer fluid 3 135
E : interval wiping
OFF : off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
Press j. lever down to position 2.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Instruments and controls 59

Rear window wiper/washer Outside temperature


A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.

Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed


onto the rear window and the wiper
Press the rocker switch to activate the wipes a few times.
rear window wiper: Do not use if the rear window is
upper position : continuous frozen.
operation Switch off in car washes.
lower position : intermittent 9 Warning
operation The rear window wiper comes on
middle position : off automatically when the windscreen The road surface may already be
wiper is switched on and reverse gear icy even though the display
is engaged. indicates a few degrees above 0
Activation or deactivation of this °C.
function can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Clock
Washer fluid 3 135 Date and time are shown in the
Vehicle personalisation 3 82. Info-Display.
Info-Display 3 78
60 Instruments and controls
Graphic-Info-Display Set Date Set Time Format
Select Set Date to enter the To select the desired time format,
Press MENU to open the respective respective submenu. touch the screen buttons 12 h or 24 h.
audio menu.
Select Auto Set at the bottom of the
Set Date Format
screen. Activate either On - RDS or
Off (Manual). To select the desired date format,
select Set Date Format and choose
If Off (Manual) is selected, adjust the between the available options in the
date settings. submenu.
7'' Colour-Info-Display Auto Set
Select Time and Date. Press ; and then select Settings. To choose whether time and date are
to be set automatically or manually,
Set Time Select Time and Date to display the
select Auto Set.
Select Set Time to enter the respective submenu.
For time and date to be set
respective submenu. automatically, select On - RDS.
Select Auto Set at the bottom of the For time and date to be set manually,
screen. Activate either On - RDS or select Off - Manual. If Auto Set is set
Off (Manual). to Off - Manual, the submenu items
If Off (Manual) is selected, adjust Set Time and Set Date become
hours and minutes. available.
Repeatedly select 12-24 HR at the
bottom of the screen to choose a time Set time and date
mode. To adjust the time and date settings,
select Set Time or Set Date.
If the 12-hour mode is selected, a
third column for AM and PM selection Touch + and - to adjust the settings.
is displayed. Select the desired
option.
Instruments and controls 61

Power outlets Do not connect any current-delivering


accessories, e.g. electrical charging
Warning lights, gauges
devices or batteries. and indicators
Do not damage the outlet by using
unsuitable plugs. Instrument cluster
Stop-start system 3 106. The needles of the instruments briefly
rotate to the end position when the
ignition is switched on.
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter may be located Speedometer
in the centre console.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches
off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Do not exceed the maximum power
Ashtrays
consumption of 120 watts.
Caution
With ignition off, the power outlet is
deactivated. Additionally, the power To be used only for ash and not for
outlet is deactivated in the event of combustible rubbish.
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are The portable ashtray can be placed in
Indicates vehicle speed.
connected must comply with the the cupholders.
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
62 Instruments and controls

Odometer Tachometer Fuel gauge

The bottom line displays the recorded Displays the engine speed. Number of LEDs displays the level in
distance in miles. Drive in a low engine speed range for the fuel tank.
each gear as much as possible. The arrow indicates the vehicle side
Trip odometer where the fuel filler flap is located.
The recorded distance is displayed Caution During liquid gas operation, the level
since the last reset. in the gas tank is displayed.
If the needle is in the red warning
Trip odometer counts up to zone, the maximum permitted
9999.9 miles and then restarts at 0. engine speed is exceeded. Engine
To reset, press SET/CLR on the turn at risk.
signal lever for a few seconds
3 73.
Instruments and controls 63

Fuel selector LED illu‐ : liquid gas operation


minates
LED : liquid gas tank is empty
flashes or failure in liquid gas
five system. A message is
times displayed in the Driver
and Information Centre.
extin‐
guishes
As soon as the liquid gas tank is
empty, petrol operation is
automatically engaged until the
Control indicator Y illuminates if the ignition is switched off.
level in the tank is low. Refuel Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 125.
immediately if it flashes. Press LPG to switch between petrol
During liquid gas operation, the and liquid gas operation. The LED in
system automatically switches over to the button shows the current
petrol operation when gas tanks are operating mode.
empty 3 63. LED off : petrol operation
Never run the fuel tank dry. LED : checking conditions for
flashes fuel transition to liquid
Because of the fuel remaining in the gas operation.
tank, the top-up quantity may be less Illuminates if conditions
than the specified tank capacity. are fulfilled.
64 Instruments and controls

Engine coolant temperature Caution


The remaining engine oil life duration
is displayed in percent in the Driver
gauge Information Centre.
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off To display the remaining engine oil
engine. Danger to engine. Check life duration use turn signal lever
coolant level. buttons:

Service display
The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
and filter. Based on driving
conditions, the interval at which an
engine oil and filter change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Number of LEDs displays the coolant
temperature.
up to 2 LEDs : engine operating
temperature not Press MENU to select the Vehicle
yet reached Information Menu .
3 to 6 LEDs : normal operating
temperature Turn the adjuster wheel to select
more than 6 : temperature too Remaining Oil Life.
LEDs high
Instruments and controls 65
Reset Depending on the equipment, the
position of the control indicators may
Press SET/CLR on turn signal lever vary. When the ignition is switched
for several seconds to reset. The on, most control indicators will
remaining engine oil life duration illuminate briefly as a functionality
menu must be active. Switch on test.
ignition, but not the engine.
The control indicator colours mean:
The system must be reset every time
the engine oil is changed to ensure red : danger, important reminder
proper functionality. Seek the yellow : warning, information, fault
assistance of a workshop. green : confirmation of activation
blue : confirmation of activation
Next service white : confirmation of activation
When the system has calculated that
engine oil life has diminished, a
warning message appears in the
Driver Information Centre. Have
engine oil and filter changed by a
workshop within one week or
300 miles (whichever occurs first).
Driver Information Centre 3 73.
Service information 3 169.

Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions.
66 Instruments and controls
Control indicators in the instrument cluster
Instruments and controls 67
Control indicators in the overhead R Brake and clutch system Y Low fuel 3 72
console 3 69
d Immobiliser 3 72
- Operate pedal 3 69
# Reduced engine power 3 72
u Antilock brake system (ABS)
3 70 8 Exterior light 3 72

[ Upshift 3 70 C High beam 3 72

c Power steering 3 70 > Fog light 3 72

) Lane departure warning 3 70 r Rear fog light 3 72

r Ultrasonic parking assist m Cruise control 3 72


3 70 L Speed limiter 3 72
a Electronic Stability Control off / Bonnet open 3 72
Overview 3 70
N Door open 3 73
O Turn signal 3 67 b Electronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 70
X Seat belt reminder 3 68
k Traction Control system off
Turn signal
v Airbag and belt tensioners 3 71 O illuminates or flashes green.
3 68
W Engine coolant temperature Illuminates briefly
V Airbag deactivation 3 68 3 71
The parking lights are switched on.
p Charging system 3 69 w Tyre pressure monitoring
system 3 71 Flashes
Z Malfunction indicator light
3 69 I Engine oil pressure 3 71 A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
g Service vehicle soon 3 69
68 Instruments and controls
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal Illuminates When the ignition is switched on, the
light or associated fuse. After the ignition has been switched control indicator illuminates for
Bulb replacement 3 138, Fuses on, until the seat belt has been approx. four seconds. If it does not
3 144. fastened. illuminate, does not go out after
four seconds or illuminates whilst
Turn signals 3 90. Flashes driving, there is a fault in the airbag
After having started the engine, for a system. Seek the assistance of a
Seat belt reminder maximum of 100 seconds, until the workshop. The airbags and belt
seat belt has been fastened. pretensioners may fail to trigger in the
Seat belt reminder on front seats Fastening the seat belt 3 36. event of an accident.
X for driver's seat illuminates or Deployment of the belt pretensioners
flashes red in the speedometer.
Seat belt status on rear seats or airbags is indicated by continuous
X in the Driver Information Centre illumination of v.
flashes or illuminates.
9 Warning
Illuminates
After having started the engine for a Have the cause of the fault
minimum of 35 seconds, until the seat remedied immediately by a
belt has been fastened. workshop.

Flashes Belt pretensioners, airbag system


After starting-off, when the seat belt is 3 35, 3 37.
unfastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 36. Airbag deactivation
d illuminates yellow.
k for front passenger seat illuminates
or flashes red in the overhead
Airbag and belt tensioners The front passenger airbag is
console when the seat is occupied. v illuminates red. activated.
c illuminates yellow.
Instruments and controls 69
The front passenger airbag is Malfunction indicator light Seek the assistance of a workshop.
deactivated 3 42. Vehicle messages 3 79.
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
9 Danger Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly Brake and clutch system
Risk of fatal injury for a child using after the engine starts. R illuminates red.
a child restraint system together The brake and clutch fluid level is too
with activated front passenger Illuminates when the engine is
running low, when manual parking brake is
airbag. not applied 3 136.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult Fault in the emission control system.
person with deactivated front The permitted emission limits may be 9 Warning
passenger airbag. exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately. Stop. Do not continue your
Charging system Flashes when the engine is
journey. Consult a workshop.
p illuminates red. running Illuminates when the manual parking
Illuminates when the ignition is brake is applied and ignition is
Fault that could lead to catalytic
switched on and extinguishes shortly switched on 3 115.
converter damage. Ease up on the
after the engine starts.
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Illuminates when the engine is Seek the assistance of a workshop Operate pedal
running immediately.
- illuminates or flashes yellow.
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
Service vehicle soon Illuminates
cooling may be interrupted. The g illuminates yellow. Clutch pedal must be depressed to
brake servo unit may cease to be Additionally, a warning code is start the engine in Autostop mode.
effective. Seek the assistance of a displayed in the Driver Information Stop-start system 3 106.
workshop. Centre.
The vehicle requires a service.
70 Instruments and controls
Flashes Power steering Ultrasonic parking assist
Pedal must be depressed for a main c illuminates yellow. r illuminates yellow.
start of the engine 3 16, 3 105. Fault in system
Illuminates with power steering
disabled or
Antilock brake system Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
(ABS) Failure in the power steering system. covered by ice or snow
Consult a workshop.
u illuminates yellow. or
Illuminates for a few seconds after the Illumination of c and b Interference due to external sources
ignition is switched on. The system is simultaneously of ultrasound. Once the source of
ready for operation when the control interference is removed, the system
Power steering system must be
indicator extinguishes. will operate normally.
calibrated, system calibration 3 118.
If the control indicator does not go out Have the cause of the fault in the
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates system remedied by a workshop.
while driving, there is a fault in the Lane departure warning Ultrasonic parking assist 3 122.
ABS. The brake system remains ) illuminates green or flashes yellow.
operational but without ABS
regulation. Illuminates green Electronic Stability Control
Antilock brake system 3 114. System is switched on and ready to off
operate. t illuminates yellow.
Gear shifting Flashes yellow The system is deactivated.
[ with the number of the
System recognises an unintended
recommended gear is indicated,
lane change.
Electronic Stability Control
when upshifting is recommended for and Traction Control system
fuel saving reasons. Lane departure warning 3 123.
b flashes or illuminates yellow.
Instruments and controls 71
Flashes Illuminates when the engine is Tyre pressure monitoring system
running 3 151.
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and Stop, switch off engine.
the vehicle may be braked Engine oil pressure
automatically to a small degree. Caution I illuminates red.
Illuminates Illuminates when the ignition is
Coolant temperature too high. switched on and extinguishes shortly
A fault in the system is present. A after the engine starts.
warning code appears in the Driver Check coolant level 3 135.
Information Centre. Continued driving If there is sufficient coolant, consult a Illuminates when the engine is
is possible. The system is not workshop. running
operational. Driving stability,
however, may deteriorate depending Caution
on road surface conditions. Tyre pressure monitoring
Have the cause of the fault remedied system Engine lubrication may be
by a workshop. w illuminates or flashes yellow. interrupted. This may result in
Electronic Stability Control 3 117, damage to the engine and/or
Traction Control system 3 116.
Illuminates locking of the drive wheels.
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
1. Depress the clutch.
Traction Control system off and check tyre pressure.
2. Set selector lever to neutral.
k illuminates yellow. Flashes 3. Move out of the flow of traffic as
The system is deactivated. Fault in system or tyre without quickly as possible without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare impeding other vehicles.
Engine coolant temperature wheel). After 60-90 seconds the 4. Switch off the ignition.
control indicator illuminates
W illuminates red. continuously. Consult a workshop.
72 Instruments and controls

9 Warning Immobiliser Rear fog light


d flashes yellow. r illuminates yellow.
When the engine is off, Fault in the immobiliser system. The The rear fog light is on 3 90.
considerably more force is needed engine cannot be started.
to brake and steer.
During an Autostop, the brake
Cruise control
servo unit will still be operational.
Reduced engine power m illuminates white or green.
Do not remove key until vehicle is # illuminates yellow.
Illuminates white
stationary, otherwise the steering The engine power is limited. Consult
wheel lock could engage a workshop. The system is on.
unexpectedly.
Illuminates green
Exterior light
Check oil level before seeking the Cruise control is active.
assistance of a workshop 3 134. 8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 88. Cruise control 3 119.

Low fuel Speed limiter


Y illuminates or flashes yellow. High beam
L illuminates in the Driver
C illuminates blue.
Illuminates Information Centre when Speed
Illuminated when high beam is on or limiter is active. Set speed is indicated
Level in fuel tank is too low. during headlight flash 3 88. alongside L symbol.
Flashes Speed limiter 3 121.
Fog light
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the fuel tank dry.
> illuminates green. Bonnet open
The front fog lights are on 3 90. / illuminates yellow.
Refuelling 3 127.
Catalytic converter 3 110. Illuminates when the bonnet is open.
Stop-start system 3 106.
Instruments and controls 73

Door open Information displays The following indications appear


when appropriate:
N illuminates.
A door or the tailgate is open.
Driver Information Centre ● warning codes 3 79
The Driver Information Centre is ● gear shift indication 3 70
located in the instrument cluster. ● tyre pressure warning 3 151
● seat belt reminder indication
3 68
● service information 3 69

Selecting menus and functions


The menus and functions can be
selected via the buttons on the turn
signal lever.

Some of the displayed functions differ


when the vehicle is being driven or at
a standstill. Some functions are only
available when the vehicle is being
driven.
Main menus are:
● trip/fuel information, see
description below
● vehicle information, see
description below
74 Instruments and controls
Press MENU to switch between the Trip odometer
main menus or to return from a
submenu to the next higher menu
level.

Press SET/CLR to select a function or


to confirm a message.
Trip odometer displays the current
Vehicle and service messages are distance since a certain reset.
popped-up in the Driver Information
Centre if required. Confirm messages Trip odometer counts up to
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a 9999 miles and then restarts at 0.
submenu of the main menu or to set by pressing SET/CLR. Vehicle
a numeric value. messages 3 79. To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds.
Trip/Fuel information
Possible pages are:
Instruments and controls 75
Fuel range Fuel range, LPG version Instantaneous fuel economy
Display of the approximate total fuel
range for each fuel tank (LPG and
petrol).
Average vehicle speed

Range is calculated from current fuel Display of the instantaneous


tank level and current consumption. consumption.
The display shows average values. On vehicles with LPG engines:
After refuelling, the range is updated Instantaneous consumption is
automatically after a brief delay. indicated for the currently selected
Display of average speed. The mode, LPG or petrol.
When the fuel level in the tank is low, measurement can be reset at any
a message appears on the display time.
and control indicator Y in the fuel
gauge illuminates. To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds while viewing this page.
When the tank must be refuelled
immediately, a warning code appears
and remains on the display.
Additionally, control indicator Y
flashes in the fuel gauge 3 72.
76 Instruments and controls
Average fuel economy Timer Unit

Display of average consumption. The Indicates driving time since last reset. Press SET/CLR while page is
measurement can be reset at any To stop or start timer press displayed. Select metric (unit 1) or
time and starts with a default value. SET/CLR. imperial (unit 2) by turning the
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few adjuster wheel. Press SET/CLR to set
To reset press and hold SET/CLR for the unit of measurement.
seconds while viewing this page. a few seconds.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Average consumption is indicated for Vehicle information
the currently selected mode, LPG or Possible pages are:
petrol.
● unit
● remaining engine oil life
indication
● tyre pressure
● tyre loading
Instruments and controls 77
Remaining oil life Tyre pressure Tyre learn

Indicates an estimate of the oil's Tyre pressures of all wheels are This display allows for matching new
useful life. The number in percentage displayed on this page during driving tire and wheel by the tyre pressure
means the current remaining oil life 3 151. monitoring system sensors 3 151.
and indicates when to change the
engine oil and filter 3 64.
78 Instruments and controls
Tyre load Info display Graphic-Info-Display
The Info-Display is located in the
instrument panel near the instrument
cluster.
Depending on the vehicle
configuration the vehicle has a
● Graphic-Info-Display
or
● 7'' Colour-Info-Display with
touch-screen functionality
The vehicle has a 7'' Colour-Info-
Display with touch-screen
The tyre pressure category according functionality. Press X to switch on the display.
to the actual tyre inflation pressure The Info displays can indicate: Press MENU to select main menu
can be selected 3 151.
● time 3 59 page.
Outside temperature ● outside temperature 3 59 Turn MENU to select a menu page.
Display of current outside ● date 3 59 Press MENU to confirm a selection.
temperature.
● Infotainment system, see Press BACK to exit a menu without
Language description in the Infotainment changing a setting.
Select preferred country language as manual
7'' Colour-Info-Display
display language. ● indication of parking assist
instructions 3 122 Selecting menus and settings
Time
● system messages Menus and settings are accessed via
Display of current time. the display.
● settings for vehicle
personalisation 3 82
Instruments and controls 79
Valet mode Vehicle messages
Some functions of the Driver
Information Centre and the Info- Messages are indicated mainly in the
Display can be limited for some Driver Information Centre, in some
drivers. cases together with a warning and
signal buzzer.
Activation or deactivation of valet
mode can be set in the menu
Settings in the vehicle personalisation
menu.
Vehicle personalisation 3 82.
For more information see
Press X to switch on the display. Infotainment manual.
Press ; to display the homepage.
Tap required menu display icon with
the finger.
Tap a respective icon to confirm a
selection.
Tap 9 to return to the next higher Press SET/CLR, MENU or turn the
menu level. adjuster wheel to confirm a message.
Press ; to return to the homepage.
For further information, see
Infotainment manual.
Vehicle personalisation 3 82.
80 Instruments and controls
Vehicle messages in Driver No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message
Information Centre
15 Centre high-mounted brake 49 Lane departure warning
light failure unavailable
16 Brake light failure 52 Change timing belt
17 Headlight levelling malfunction 56 Tyre pressure imbalance on
front axle
18 Left low beam failure
57 Tyre pressure imbalance on
19 Rear fog light failure rear axle
20 Right low beam failure 59 Open, then close driver window
21 Left sidelight failure 60 Open, then close front
22 Right sidelight failure passenger window
The vehicle messages are displayed 23 Reversing light failure 61 Open, then close left rear
as code numbers. window
24 Number plate light failure
No. Vehicle message 62 Open, then close right rear
25 Left front turn signal failure window
3 Engine coolant level low
26 Left rear turn signal failure 65 Theft attempted
4 Air conditioning off
27 Right front turn signal failure 66 Service anti-theft alarm system
11 Brakes worn
28 Right rear turn signal failure 67 Service steering wheel lock
12 Vehicle overloaded
35 Replace battery in radio remote 68 Service power steering
13 Compressor overheated control
75 Service air conditioning
36 ESC Initialising
Instruments and controls 81

No. Vehicle message Warning chimes When the vehicle is parked and/or
the driver's door is opened
77 Service lane departure warning When starting the engine or whilst
driving ● With exterior lights on.
79 Top up engine oil
Only one warning chime will sound at During an Autostop
81 Service transmission
a time. ● If the driver's door is opened.
82 Change engine oil soon The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
84 Engine power reduced
over any other warning chime.
Battery voltage
89 Service vehicle soon ● If seat belt is not fastened. When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, the warning code 174 will
95 Service airbag ● If a door or the tailgate is not fully appear in the Driver Information
closed when starting off. Centre.
145 Check washer fluid level
● If a certain speed is exceeded 1. Switch off immediately any
151 Press clutch to start with parking brake applied. electrical consumers which are
174 Low vehicle battery ● If a programmed speed is not required for a safe drive, e.g.
exceeded. seat heating, heated windscreen
258 Parking assist off and heated rear window or other
● If a warning message appears in
the Driver Information Centre or main consumers.
Vehicle messages on Info-Display. 2. Charge the vehicle battery by
Colour-Info-Display driving continuously for a while or
● If the parking assist detects an
Some important messages appear object. by using a charging device.
additionally in the ● If unintended lane change The warning code will disappear after
Colour-Info-Display. Some occurs. the engine has been started twice
messages only pop-up for a few consecutively without a voltage drop.
seconds. ● If a fault in the automatic locking
system is detected. If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop.
82 Instruments and controls

Vehicle personalisation automatic switching on of the


rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
The vehicle's behaviour can be
personalised by changing the settings ● Languages: Scroll through the list
in the Info-Display. and select the desired language.
Some of the personal settings for ● Lighting
different drivers can be memorised Exterior lighting by unlocking:
individually for each vehicle key. Activates or deactivates the entry
Memorised settings 3 21. lighting.
Depending on vehicle equipment and Exit Lighting: Activates or
country-specific regulations some of deactivates exit lighting and
the functions described below may changes lighting duration.
In the corresponding submenus the
not be available. ● Power Door Locks
following settings can be changed:
Some functions are only displayed or Stop door lock if door open:
active when the engine is running. Vehicle Settings Activates or deactivates the door
● Park Assist / Collision Detection locking function while a door is
Personal settings
Park Assist: Activates or open.
Graphic-Info-Display deactivates the ultrasonic Delayed Door Lock: Activates or
Press MENU, when ignition is on and parking assist. deactivates the delayed door
infotainment system is activated. ● Comfort Settings locking function. This feature
Turn the MENU button to scroll Chime Volume: Changes the delays the actual locking of the
through the menu list. Press MENU to volume of warning chimes. doors until all doors are closed.
select the respective menu. To close Personalisation by Driver: ● Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
a menu or to go back to previous Activates or deactivates the Remote Unlock Feedback:
page, press BACK. personalisation function. Activates or deactivates the
Select Settings, scroll through the list Rear Auto Wipe in Reverse: hazard warning flasher feedback
and select Vehicle Settings Activates or deactivates whilst unlocking.
Instruments and controls 83
Remote Lock Feedback: Auto Defog: Supports
Changes what kind of feedback windscreen dehumidification by
is given when locking the vehicle. automatically selecting the
Remote Door Unlock: Changes necessary settings and
the configuration to unlock only automatic air conditioning mode.
the driver's door or the whole Auto Rear Defog: Automatically
vehicle whilst unlocking. activates heated rear window.
Auto Relock Doors: Activates or ● Collision / Detection Systems
deactivates the automatic relock Park Assist: Activates or
function after unlocking without deactivates the ultrasonic
opening the vehicle. parking assist.
● Restore Factory Settings: ● Comfort and Convenience
In the corresponding submenus the
Resets all settings to the default Chime Volume: Changes the
following settings can be changed:
settings. volume of warning chimes.
● Valet Mode: Settings Personalization By Driver:
Activated, all vehicle displays are ● Climate & Air Quality Activates or deactivates the
locked and no changes may be Auto Fan Max Speed: Modifies personalisation function.
performed within the system. the level of the cabin airflow of the Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear:
See Infotainment manual. climate control in automatic Activates or deactivates
mode. automatic switching on of the
Personal settings Air Conditioning Mode: Controls rear window wiper when reverse
7" Colour-Info-Display the state of the cooling gear is engaged.
compressor when the vehicle is ● Lighting
Press ;, select Settings and started. Last setting
thenVehicle on the touch-screen. (recommended) or at vehicle Exit Lighting: Activates or
start is either always on or always deactivates and changes the
off. duration of exit lighting.
84 Instruments and controls
● Power Door Locks OnStar ● Smartphone application
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out: ● Remote control, e.g. location of
Activates or deactivates the door OnStar is a personal connectivity and the vehicle, activation of horn and
locking function while a door is service assistant with integrated lights, control of central locking
open. Wi-Fi hotspot. The OnStar service is system
Delayed Door Lock: Activates or available 24 hours a day, seven days ● Stolen vehicle assistance
deactivates the delayed door a week. ● Vehicle diagnostics
locking function. This feature Notice
delays the actual locking of the ● Destination download
OnStar is not available for all
doors until all doors are closed. markets. For further information, Notice
● Remote Lock, Unlock, Start contact your workshop. The OnStar module of the vehicle is
deactivated after ten days without an
Remote Unlock Light Feedback: Notice ignition cycle. Functions requiring a
Activates or deactivates the In order to be available and data connection will be available
hazard warning flasher feedback operational, OnStar needs a valid again after switching on the ignition.
whilst unlocking. OnStar subscription, functioning
Remote Door Unlock: Changes vehicle electrics, mobile service and OnStar buttons
the configuration to unlock only GPS satellite link.
the driver's door or the whole To activate the OnStar services and
vehicle whilst unlocking. set up an account, press Z and speak
Relock Remotely Unlocked with an advisor.
Doors: Activates or deactivates Depending on the equipment of the
the automatic relock function vehicle, the following services are
after unlocking without opening available:
the vehicle.
● Emergency services and support
in the case of a vehicle
breakdown
● Wi-Fi hotspot
Instruments and controls 85
Privacy button OnStar services Notice
Press and hold j until a message is The Wi-Fi hotspot functionality is not
heard to activate or deactivate the General services available for all markets.
transmission of the vehicle location. If you need any information
Up to seven devices may be
Press j to answer a call or to end a concerning e.g. opening hours, points
connected.
of interest and destinations or if you
call to an advisor. To connect a mobile device with the
need any support e.g. in the case of a
Press j to access the Wi-Fi settings. vehicle breakdown, a flat tyre and Wi-Fi hotspot:
empty fuel tank, press Z to establish 1. Press j and then select Wi-Fi
Service button a connection to an advisor. settings on the Info-Display. The
Press Z to establish a connection to settings displayed include the Wi-
an advisor. Emergency services Fi hotspot name (SSID),
In the case of an emergency situation, password and connection type.
SOS button press [ and talk to an advisor. The
Press [ to establish a priority 2. Start a Wi-Fi network search on
advisor then contacts emergency or your mobile device.
emergency connection to a specially assistance service providers and
trained emergency advisor. directs them to your vehicle. 3. Select your vehicle hotspot
(SSID) when listed.
Status LED In the case of an accident with
activation of airbags or belt 4. When prompted, enter the
Green: The system is ready. password on your mobile device.
tensioners, an automatic emergency
Green flashing: The system is on a call is established. The advisor is
call. Notice
immediately connected to your To change the SSID or password,
Red: A problem arose. vehicle to see whether help is press Z and talk to an advisor or log
Off: System is in standby mode. needed. in to your account.
Red / green flashing for a short period Wi-Fi hotspot To switch off the Wi-Fi hotspot
of time: Transmission of the vehicle The Wi-Fi hotspot of the vehicle functionality, press Z to call an
location has been deactivated. provides internet connectivity with a advisor.
maximum speed of 4G/LTE.
86 Instruments and controls
Smartphone app The following functions are available: On-demand diagnostics
With the My Vauxhall smartphone ● Lock or unlock vehicle. At any time e.g. if the vehicle displays
app, some vehicle functions can be a vehicle message, press Z to
● Provide information on the
operated remotely. contact an advisor and ask to
vehicle location.
The following functions are available: complete a real-time diagnostic check
● Honk horn or flash lights. to directly determine the issue.
● Lock or unlock vehicle. Depending on the results, the advisor
● Honk horn or flash lights. Stolen vehicle assistance will provide further support.
If the vehicle is stolen, report the theft
● Check fuel level, engine oil life
to the authorities and request OnStar Diagnostic report
and tyre pressure (only with tyre
stolen vehicle assistance. Use any The vehicle automatically transmits
pressure monitoring system).
phone to call an advisor. Find the diagnostic data to OnStar which
● Send navigation destination to respective OnStar phone number on sends a monthly email report to you
the vehicle, if equipped with a our country-specific website. and your preferred workshop.
built-in navigation system.
OnStar can provide support in Notice
● Locate vehicle on a map. locating and recovering the vehicle. The workshop notification function
● Manage Wi-Fi settings. Theft alert can be disabled in your account.
To operate these functions, download When the anti-theft alarm system is
The report contains the status of key
the app from Apple's App Store or triggered, a notification is sent to
operating systems of the vehicle like
Google Play Store. OnStar. You are then informed about
engine, transmission, airbags, ABS,
this event by text message or email.
Remote control and other major systems. It also
Restart prevention provides information on possible
If desired, use any phone to call an
By sending remote signals, OnStar maintenance items and tyre pressure
advisor, who can remotely operate
can prevent the vehicle from (only with tyre pressure monitoring
specific vehicle functions. Find the
restarting once it has been turned off. system).
respective OnStar phone number on
our country-specific website. To look at the information in greater
detail, select the link within the email
and log in to your account.
Instruments and controls 87
Destination download If the OnStar service is used on Notice
A desired destination can be directly another vehicle, press Z and request The vehicle location always remains
downloaded to the navigation system. that the account be transferred to the accessible to OnStar in the case of
Press Z to call an advisor and new vehicle. an emergency.
describe the destination or point of Notice Find the privacy policy in your
interest. In any case, if the vehicle is disposed account.
The advisor can look up any address of, sold or otherwise transferred,
immediately inform OnStar about Software updates
or point of interest and directly send
the destination to the built-in the changes and terminate the OnStar may remotely carry out
navigation system. OnStar service on this vehicle. software updates without further
notice or consent. These updates are
Vehicle location to enhance or maintain safety and
OnStar settings
The vehicle location is transmitted to security or the operation of the
OnStar PIN OnStar when service is requested or vehicle.
To have full access to all OnStar triggered. A message on the Info-
Display informs about this These updates may concern privacy
services, a four-digit PIN is required. issues. Find the privacy policy in your
The PIN has to be personalised when transmission.
account.
first talking to an advisor. To activate or deactivate the
To change the PIN, press Z to call an transmission of the vehicle location,
advisor. press and hold j until an audio
message is heard.
Account data The deactivation is indicated by the
An OnStar subscriber has an account status light flashing red and green for
where all the data is stored. To a short period of time and each time
request a change of the account the vehicle is started.
information, press Z and talk to an
Notice
advisor or log in to your account. If the transmission of the vehicle
location is deactivated, some
services are no longer available.
88 Lighting

Lighting Exterior lighting High beam


Light switch
Exterior lighting ............................ 88
Light switch ................................ 88
High beam ................................. 88
Headlight flash ........................... 88
Headlight range adjustment ...... 89
Headlights when driving
abroad ...................................... 89
Daytime running lights ............... 89
Cornering lights ......................... 89
Hazard warning flashers ............ 89
Turn and lane-change signals ... 90 To switch from low to high beam,
Front fog lights ........................... 90 push lever.
Rear fog light ............................. 90
To switch to low beam, push lever
Parking lights ............................. 91 Turn light switch: again or pull.
Reversing lights ......................... 91 7 : lights off
Misted light covers ..................... 91 8 : sidelights
Interior lighting ............................. 91 9 : headlights Headlight flash
Instrument panel illumination To activate the headlight flash, pull
control ....................................... 91 Control indicator 8 3 72. lever.
Interior lights .............................. 92
Reading lights ............................ 92 Tail lights
Lighting features .......................... 93 Tail lights are illuminated together
Exit lighting ................................ 93 with headlights and sidelights.
Battery discharge protection ...... 93
Lighting 89

Headlight range adjustment Headlights when driving which illuminates the road in the
direction of travel. It is activated up to
Manual headlight range
abroad a speed of 25 mph.
adjustment Headlight aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.
When driving in countries with
Hazard warning flashers
opposite hand traffic, it is not
necessary to adjust the headlights.

Daytime running lights


Daytime running light increases
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
They are switched on automatically
when ignition is on.

Cornering lights
To adapt headlight range to the
vehicle load to prevent dazzling: turn Operated by pressing ¨.
thumb wheel ? to required position.
In the event of an accident with airbag
0 : front seats occupied deployment, the hazard warning
1 : all seats occupied flashers are activated automatically.
2 : all seats occupied and load
compartment laden
3 : driver's seat occupied and load On tight bends or when turning off,
compartment laden depending on the steering angle or
the indicator light signal, an additional
left or right reflector is switched on
90 Lighting

Turn and lane-change Switch the turn signal off manually by Rear fog light
moving the lever to its original
signals position.

Front fog lights

Operated by pressing r.
lever up : right turn signal Light switch in position 8: Rear fog
lever down : left turn signal light can only be switched on with
front fog lights.
If the lever is moved past the Operated by pressing >.
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
For three flashes, e.g., when
changing lanes, press the lever until
resistance is felt and then release.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Lighting 91

Parking lights Reversing lights Interior lighting


The reversing light comes on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is Instrument panel
selected. illumination control
Misted light covers
The inside of the light housing may
mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold
weather conditions, in heavy rain or
after washing. The mist disappears
quickly by itself; to help switch on the
headlights.

When the vehicle is parked, the


parking lights on one side can be
activated:
1. Switch off the ignition. Brightness of the following lights can
2. Move the turn signal lever all the be adjusted when the exterior lights
way up (right parking lights) or are on:
down (left parking lights). ● instrument panel illumination
Confirmed by an acoustic signal and ● Info-Display
the corresponding turn signal control
● illuminated switches and
indicator.
operation elements
Turn thumb wheel A and hold until
the desired brightness is obtained.
92 Lighting

Interior lights Operate rocker switch:


When opening a door, the courtesy centre : automatic switching on
light automatically switches on and position w when opening a door.
then off after a delay. Turns off after a delay.
press d : permanently on
When exterior lighting has been on, press K : permanently off
courtesy light will turn on when
ignition is switched off.
Notice
Reading lights
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Courtesy light Operated by pressing the buttons in
front.
Dome light
Spotlight incorporated in the interior
lighting comes on when headlights
are switched on.
Dome light illuminates gear shifting
console indirectly.
Lighting 93

Lighting features 4. Pull the turn signal lever.


5. Close the driver's door.
Exit lighting If the driver's door is not closed the
lights switch off after two minutes.
Path lighting
Exit lighting is switched off
Headlights, tail lights and number immediately if the turn signal lever is
plate lights illuminate the surrounding pulled while the driver's door is open.
area for an adjustable time after Activation, deactivation and duration
leaving the vehicle. of this function can be changed in the
Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
Activating
3 82.
The settings can be saved for the key
being used 3 21.

Battery discharge protection


Switching off electric lights
To prevent discharge of the vehicle
battery when the ignition is switched
off, some interior lights are switched
off automatically after some time.

1. Switch off the ignition.


2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Open driver's door.
94 Climate control

Climate control Climate control systems Temperature


Adjust the temperature by turning the
Heating and ventilation temperature control.
Climate control systems ............... 94
system red : warm
Heating and ventilation system . 94 blue : cold
Air conditioning system ............. 95 Heating will not be fully effective until
Electronic climate control the engine has reached normal
system ...................................... 97 operating temperature.
Air vents ..................................... 100
Adjustable air vents ................. 100 Fan speed
Fixed air vents ......................... 101 Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
Maintenance .............................. 101 to the desired speed.
Air intake ................................. 101
Pollen filter ............................... 101 Air distribution
Air conditioning regular
M : to head area via adjustable air
operation ................................ 101
vents
Service .................................... 102 Controls for: L : to head area and foot well
● temperature K : to foot well, with a small amount
● fan speed of air being directed to
windscreen and front door
● air distribution
windows
● demisting and defrosting J : to windscreen and foot well,
● air recirculation with a small amount of air being
Heated rear window Ü 3 29. directed to front door windows
V : to windscreen and front door
Heated seats ß 3 34. windows
Heated steering wheel * 3 57.
Intermediate settings are possible.
Climate control 95
Demisting and defrosting the Controls for: Air distribution
windows ● temperature M : to head area via adjustable air
● Set air distribution control to V. ● fan speed vents
● Set temperature control to ● air distribution L : to head area and foot well
warmest level. K : to foot well, with a small amount
A/C : cooling
of air being directed to
● Set fan speed to highest speed. 4 : air recirculation
windscreen and front door
Ü : heated rear window
● Switch on heated rear window Ü. windows
● Open side air vents as required Heated rear window 3 29. J : to windscreen and foot well,
and direct them towards door with a small amount of air being
Heated seats ß 3 34.
windows. directed to front door windows
Heated steering wheel * 3 57. V : to windscreen and front door
● For simultaneous warming of the windows (air conditioning is
foot well, set air distribution Temperature activated in the background to
control to J. help preventing windows from
Adjust the temperature by turning the
temperature control. fogging)
Air conditioning system red : warm Intermediate settings are possible.
blue : cold
Cooling A/C
Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal Press A/C to switch on cooling. The
operating temperature. LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation. Cooling is only
Fan speed functional when the engine is running
and climate control fan is switched on.
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed. Press A/C again to switch off cooling.
96 Climate control
The air conditioning system cools and The exchange of fresh air is Demisting and defrosting the
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the reduced in air recirculation mode. windows V
outside temperature is slightly above In operation without cooling the air
the freezing point. Therefore ● Set air distribution control to V.
humidity increases, so the
condensation may form and drip from windows may mist up. The quality ● Set temperature control to
under the vehicle. of the passenger compartment air warmest level.
If no cooling or drying is required, deteriorates, which may cause the ● Set fan speed to highest level.
switch off the cooling system for fuel vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. ● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
saving reasons.
In warm and very humid ambient air ● Open side air vents as required
Activated cooling may inhibit and direct them towards the door
Autostops. conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside, when cold air is windows.
Stop-start system 3 106. When V is switched on, A/C
directed towards it. If windscreen
Air recirculation system 4 mists up from outside, activate operates and air recirculation mode
windscreen wiper and deactivate V. will be fixed to outside air mode
Press 4 to activate air recirculation regardless of indicator status.
mode. The LED in the button Maximum cooling
Notice
illuminates to indicate activation. If V is pressed while the engine is
Briefly open the windows so that hot
Press 4 again to deactivate air air can disperse quickly. running, an Autostop will be inhibited
recirculation mode. until V is pressed again.
● Switch on cooling A/C.
● Switch on Air recirculation If V is pressed while the engine is
9 Warning in an Autostop, the engine will restart
system 4.
automatically.
Driving with recirculation mode for ● Set temperature control to
a prolonged period of time can coldest level. Stop-start system 3 106.
make you sleepy. Periodically turn ● Set fan speed to highest level.
to the outside air mode for fresh
air. ● Set air distribution control to M.
● Open all vents.
Climate control 97

Electronic climate control Climate control settings are shown on weather. The recirculation light will
the Info-Display. Setting not come on. Press 4 to select
system modifications are briefly popped-up, recirculation; press it again to select
superimposed over the currently outside air.
displayed menu. To turn off the system, press power m.
The electronic climate control system Basic setting for maximum comfort:
is only fully operational when the
engine is running. ● Press AUTO. The LED in the
button illuminates to indicate
Heating will not be fully effective until activation.
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature. ● Open all air vents to allow
optimised air distribution in
Automatic mode AUTO Automatic mode.
The system automatically controls the ● Set the preselected temperature.
fan speed, air delivery, air Recommended temperature is
Controls for: conditioning, and recirculation in 22 °C.
● temperature order to heat or cool the vehicle to the Temperature preselection
● air distribution desired temperature.
When the AUTO indicator light is on, Set temperature to the desired value.
● fan speed It is indicated on the display in the
the system is in full automatic
A/C : cooling operation. temperature control.
AUTO : automatic mode For reasons of comfort, change
4 : manual air recirculation If the air delivery mode, fan speed,
recirculation, or air conditioning temperature only in small increments.
V : demisting and defrosting
setting is adjusted, the AUTO If the minimum temperature Lo is set,
Ü : heated rear window
indicator turns off. the climate control system runs at
Heated rear window 3 29. To improve fuel efficiency and to cool maximum cooling, if cooling A/C is
Heated seats ß 3 34. the vehicle faster, recirculation may active.
Heated steering wheel * 3 57. be automatically selected in warm
98 Climate control
If the maximum temperature Hi is set, Notice windows may mist up. The quality
the climate control system runs at If V is pressed while the engine is of the passenger compartment air
maximum heating. running, an Autostop will be inhibited deteriorates, which may cause the
Recommended temperature is 22 °C. until V is pressed again. vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.
Notice If V is pressed while the engine is
If A/C is switched on, reducing the in an Autostop, the engine will restart In warm and very humid ambient air
set cabin temperature can cause the automatically. conditions, the windscreen may mist
engine to restart from an Autostop or Stop-start system 3 106. up from outside, when cold air is
inhibit an Autostop. directed towards it. If windscreen
Air recirculation system 4 mists up from outside, activate
Stop-start system 3 106. windscreen wiper and deactivate V.
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
Demisting and defrosting the mode. The LED in the button Manual settings
windows V illuminates to indicate activation.
Climate control system settings can
● Press V. The LED in the button Press 4 again to deactivate air be changed by activating the buttons
illuminates to indicate activation. recirculation mode. and rotary knobs as follows.
● Temperature and air distribution Changing a setting will deactivate
are set automatically and the fan 9 Warning Automatic mode.
runs at high speed.
Driving with recirculation mode for
● Switch on heated rear window Ü. a prolonged period of time can
● To return to previous mode: make you sleepy. Periodically turn
press V. To return to Automatic to the outside air mode for fresh
mode: press AUTO. air.
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air
humidity increases, so the
Climate control 99
Fan speed Z Air distribution J : to windscreen and foot well,
with a small amount of air being
directed to front door windows
V : to windscreen and front door
windows (air conditioning is
activated in the background to
help preventing windows from
fogging)
To return to Automatic mode: Press
AUTO.
Cooling A/C

Adjust the air flow by switching the fan Press appropriate button for desired
to the desired speed. The selected adjustment. Activation is indicated by
fan speed is indicated by the number the LED in the button.
of segments in the display. If the fan M : to head area
is switched off the air conditioning is L : to head area and foot well
also deactivated. K : to foot well, with a small amount
To return to Automatic mode: Press of air being directed to
AUTO. windscreen and front door
windows

Press A/C to switch on cooling. The


LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation. Cooling is only
functional when the engine is running
and climate control fan is switched on.
100 Climate control
Press A/C again to switch off cooling. windows may mist up from inside. Air vents
The air conditioning system cools and The quality of the passenger
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the compartment air deteriorates, Adjustable air vents
outside temperature is slightly above which may cause the vehicle At least one air vent must be open
the freezing point. Therefore occupants to feel drowsy. while the cooling is on.
condensation may form and drip from
under the vehicle. In warm and very humid ambient air
If no cooling or drying is required, conditions, the windscreen may mist
switch off the cooling system for fuel up from outside when cold air is
saving reasons. directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
Activated cooling might inhibit
windscreen wiper.
Autostops.
Stop-start system 3 106. Maximum cooling
Air recirculation mode 4 Briefly open the windows so that hot
air can disperse quickly.
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
● Switch on cooling A/C.
mode. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation. ● Switch on Air recirculation
system 4. Direct the flow of air by tilting and
Press 4 again to deactivate air swivelling the slats.
recirculation mode. ● Set temperature control to
coldest level. 9 Warning
9 Warning ● Set fan speed to highest level.
● Set air distribution control to M. Do not attach any objects to the
The exchange of fresh air is slats of the air vents. Risk of
reduced in air recirculation mode. ● Open all vents. damage and injury in case of an
In operation without cooling, the accident.
air humidity increases, so the
Climate control 101

Fixed air vents Maintenance The filter should be replaced as part


of routine scheduled maintenance.
Additional air vents are located
beneath the windscreen and door Air intake
Caution
windows and in the foot wells.
More frequent maintenance of the
passenger compartment air filter is
required if the driving
circumstances are dusty roads, air
pollution areas, and frequent
unpaved roads.
The filter efficiency is decreased
and the bronchus is badly
affected.

Air conditioning regular


The air intake in front of the operation
windscreen in the engine
compartment must be kept clear to In order to ensure continuously
allow air intake. Remove any leaves, efficient performance, cooling must
dirt or snow. be operated for a few minutes once a
month, irrespective of the weather
and time of year. Operation with
Pollen filter cooling is not possible when the
The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, outside temperature is too low.
pollen and spores from the air
entering the vehicle through the air
intake.
102 Climate control

Service
For optimal cooling performance, it is
recommended to annually check the
climate control system, starting
three years after initial vehicle
registration, including:
● functionality and pressure test
● heating functionality
● leakage check
● check of drive belts
● cleaning of condenser and
evaporator drainage
● performance check
Driving and operating 103

Driving and Brakes ........................................ 114


Antilock brake system ............. 114
Driving hints
operating Parking brake .......................... 115 Control of the vehicle
Brake assist ............................. 115
Hill start assist ......................... 115 Never coast with engine not
Driving hints ............................... 103 Ride control systems ................. 116 running
Control of the vehicle ............... 103 Traction Control system .......... 116 Many systems will not function in this
Steering ................................... 104 Electronic Stability Control ...... 117 situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
City mode ................................ 118 steering). Driving in this manner is a
Starting and operating ............... 104
New vehicle running-in ............ 104 Driver assistance systems ......... 119 danger to yourself and others.
Ignition switch positions ........... 104 Cruise control .......................... 119 All systems function during an
Retained power off .................. 105 Speed limiter ........................... 121 Autostop.
Starting the engine .................. 105 Parking assist .......................... 122
Lane departure warning .......... 123 Stop-start system 3 106.
Overrun cut-off ........................ 106
Stop-start system .................... 106 Fuel ............................................ 124 Idle boost
Parking .................................... 109 Fuel for petrol engines ............. 124
Fuel for liquid gas operation .... 125 If charging of the vehicle battery is
Engine exhaust .......................... 110
Refuelling ................................ 127 required due to battery condition, the
Catalytic converter ................... 110
Fuel consumption - CO2- power output of the generator must
Manual transmission .................. 110 be increased. This will be achieved by
Emissions ............................... 130
Manual transmission automa‐ an idle boost which may be audible.
ted .............................................. 111 A message appears in the Driver
Transmission display ............... 111 Information Centre.
Starting the engine .................. 111
Selector lever .......................... 112 Pedals
Manual mode ........................... 113
Electronic driving programmes 113 To ensure the pedal travel is
Fault ........................................ 113 uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
104 Driving and operating
Use only floor mats, which fit properly
and are fixed by the retainers on the
If the steering assistance is used Starting and operating
for an extended period of time,
driver side. power assistance may be New vehicle running-in
Driving downhill reduced. Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
Power steering assistance should the first few journeys.
Engage a gear when driving downhill return back to normal when the
to ensure that sufficient brake During the first drive, smoke may
system has cooled down. occur because of wax and oil
pressure is available.
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
Steering while after the first drive and avoid
If power steering assist is lost inhaling the fumes.
because the engine stops or due to a During the running-in period, fuel and
system malfunction, the vehicle can engine oil consumption may be
be steered but may require increased higher.
effort.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for
Control indicator c 3 70. charging of the vehicle battery.

Caution
Ignition switch positions
Vehicle equipped with electric Turn key:
power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until
it reaches the end of its travel and
is held against that position for an
extended period of time, power
steering assistance may be
reduced.
Driving and operating 105
Steering wheel lock Starting the engine
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.

Retained power off


The following electronic systems are
operable until the driver's door is
opened or at the latest for ten minutes
after the ignition is switched off:
● power windows
● power outlets
0 : ignition off: Some functions
remain active until key is ● power sunroof
removed or driver's door is Power to the Infotainment system will Turn key to position 1 to release the
opened, provided the ignition was continue to operate for 30 minutes or steering wheel lock.
on previously until the key is removed from the Manual transmission: operate clutch
1 : accessory power mode: Steering ignition switch, regardless of whether and brake pedal.
wheel lock released, some any door is opened.
Manual transmission automated:
electrical functions are operable,
operate brake pedal.
ignition is off
2 : ignition on power mode: Ignition Do not operate the accelerator pedal.
is on. Control indicators Turn key briefly to position 3 and
illuminate and most electrical release: an automatic procedure
functions are operable operates the starter after a brief
3 : engine start: Release key after delay, until the engine is running. See
starting procedure begins "Automatic Starter Control".
106 Driving and operating
Before restarting or to switch off the Possible reasons for a non-starting switches off the engine as soon as the
engine, turn the key back to position engine: vehicle is at a low speed or at a
0. ● clutch pedal not operated standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a
During an Autostop, the engine can (manual transmission) traffic jam.
be started by depressing the clutch ● brake pedal not operated On vehicles with manual
pedal. (manual transmission transmission, the engine is started
automated) automatically as soon as the clutch is
Starting the vehicle at low depressed.
temperatures ● timeout occurred
On vehicles with manual transmission
The start of the engine without Turbo engine warm-up automated, the engine is started
additional heaters is possible down to automatically as soon as the brake
Upon start-up, engine available pedal is released.
-30 °C.
torque may be limited for a short time,
Required is an engine oil with the especially when the engine A vehicle battery sensor ensures that
correct viscosity, the correct fuel, temperature is cold. The limitation is an Autostop is only performed if the
performed services and a sufficiently to allow the lubrication system to fully vehicle battery is sufficiently charged
charged vehicle battery. protect the engine. for a restart.

Automatic starter control Activation


Overrun cut-off The stop-start system is available as
This function controls the engine
starting procedure. The driver does The fuel supply is automatically cut- soon as the engine is started, the
not need to hold the key in position 3. off during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle starts-off and the conditions
Once applied, the system will go on vehicle is driven with a gear engaged as stated below in this section are
starting automatically until the engine but accelerator is released. fulfilled.
is running. Because of the checking
procedure, the engine starts running Stop-start system
after a short delay.
The stop-start system helps to save
fuel and to reduce the exhaust
emissions. When conditions allow, it
Driving and operating 107
Deactivation The engine will be switched off while During an Autostop, the heating and
the ignition stays on. brake performance will be
maintained.
Vehicles with manual transmission
automated Conditions for an Autostop
If the vehicle is at a standstill with the The stop-start system checks if each
brake pedal depressed, Autostop is of the following conditions is fulfilled:
activated automatically.
● The stop-start system is not
The engine will be switched off while manually deactivated.
the ignition stays on.
● The bonnet is fully closed.
The stop-start system will be disabled
on inclines of 15% or more. ● The driver's door is closed or the
driver's seat belt is fastened.
Indication ● The vehicle battery is sufficiently
Deactivate the stop-start system charged and in good condition.
manually by pressing Ï. The ● The engine is warmed-up.
deactivation is indicated when the ● The engine coolant temperature
LED in the button extinguishes. is not too high.
Autostop ● The engine exhaust temperature
is not too high, e.g. after driving
Vehicles with manual transmission with high engine load.
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill, activate an Autostop as ● The ambient temperature is
follows: above -5 °C.
● Depress the clutch pedal. ● The climate control system
allows an Autostop.
● Set the lever in neutral.
An Autostop is indicated by the
● Release the clutch pedal. needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.
108 Driving and operating
● The brake vacuum is sufficient. Restart of the engine by the driver ● The driver's seat belt is
● The vehicle was driven at least at unfastened and the driver's door
Vehicles with manual transmission is opened.
walking speed since the last Depress the clutch pedal to restart the
Autostop. engine. ● The engine temperature is too
Otherwise an Autostop will be low.
If the selector lever is shifted out of
inhibited. neutral before depressing the clutch ● The charging level of the vehicle
Certain settings of the climate control pedal first, control indicator - battery is below a defined level.
system may inhibit an Autostop. See illuminates or is shown as a symbol in ● The brake vacuum is not
"Climate control" chapter for further the Driver Information Centre. sufficient.
information 3 97. Control indicator - 3 69. ● The vehicle is driven at least at
Immediately after motorway driving walking speed.
an Autostop may be inhibited. Vehicles with manual transmission
automated ● The climate control system
New vehicle running-in 3 104. Release the brake pedal or move requests an engine start.
selector lever out of D to restart the ● The air conditioning is manually
Vehicle battery discharge protection
engine. switched on.
To ensure reliable engine restarts,
several vehicle battery discharge If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
Restart of the engine by the stop- warning message is displayed in the
protection features are implemented start system
as part of the stop-start system. Driver Information Centre.
The selector lever must be in neutral If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
Power saving measures to enable an automatic restart. portable CD player, is connected to
During an Autostop, several electrical If one of the following conditions the power outlet, a brief power drop
features, e.g., the rear window occurs during an Autostop, the during restart might be noticeable.
heating, are disabled or switched into engine will be restarted automatically
a power saving mode. The fan speed by the stop-start system:
of the climate control system is
reduced to save power. ● The stop-start system is
manually deactivated.
● The bonnet is opened.
Driving and operating 109

Parking key. Turn the front wheels load or run in neutral for
towards the kerb. approx. 30 seconds before
9 Warning ● Close the windows and the switching off, in order to protect
sunroof. the turbocharger.
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The ● Remove the ignition key from Notice
high temperature of the the ignition switch. Turn the In the event of an accident with
exhaust system could ignite the steering wheel until the airbag deployment, the engine is
surface. steering wheel lock is felt to switched off automatically if the
engage. vehicle comes to a standstill within a
● Always apply the parking
brake. Activate the manual For vehicles with manual certain time.
parking brake without pressing transmission automated, the key
the release button. Apply as can only be removed from the
firmly as possible on a downhill ignition switch when the parking
slope or uphill slope. Depress brake is applied.
brake pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force. ● Lock the vehicle.
● Switch off the engine. ● Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
● If the vehicle is on a level
surface or uphill slope, engage ● The engine cooling fans may run
first gear before removing the after the engine has been
ignition key. On an uphill slope, switched off 3 133.
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb. Caution
If the vehicle is on a downhill After running at high engine
slope, engage reverse gear speeds or with high engine loads,
before removing the ignition operate the engine briefly at a low
110 Driving and operating

Engine exhaust Caution Manual transmission


Fuel grades other than those listed
9 Danger on pages 3 124, 3 177 could
damage the catalytic converter or
Engine exhaust gases contain electronic components.
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless Unburnt petrol will overheat and
and could be fatal if inhaled. damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of
If exhaust gases enter the interior the starter, running the fuel tank
of the vehicle, open the windows. dry and starting the engine by
Have the cause of the fault pushing or towing.
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load In the event of misfiring, uneven
compartment, otherwise exhaust engine running, a reduction in engine To engage reverse, depress the
gases could enter the vehicle. performance or other unusual clutch pedal and engage the reverse
problems, have the cause of the fault gear.
Catalytic converter rectified by a workshop as soon as
If the gear does not engage, set the
possible. In an emergency, driving
The catalytic converter reduces the lever to neutral, release the clutch
can be continued for a short period,
amount of harmful substances in the pedal and depress again; then repeat
keeping vehicle speed and engine
exhaust gases. gear selection.
speed low.
Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily.
When operating, depress the clutch
pedal completely. Do not use the
pedal as a foot rest.
Driving and operating 111

Caution Manual transmission Transmission display


automated
It is not advisable to drive with the
hand resting on the selector lever. The automated manual transmission
permits manual gearshifting (manual
Upshift indication 3 70. mode) or automatic gearshifting
Stop-start system 3 106. (automatic mode), both with
automatic clutch control.
Manual shifting is possible by tapping
the selector lever in manual mode.
Notice
When unlocking or opening a
vehicle door, a sound may be
audible caused by the hydraulic In automatic mode, the driving
system. programme is indicated by D in the
Driver Information Centre.
In manual mode, M and the number
of the selected gear is indicated.
R indicates reverse gear.
N indicates neutral.

Starting the engine


To start the engine, depress the brake
pedal, if transmission is not in position
N.
112 Driving and operating
Transmission automatically shifts to N : neutral position Information Centre. Accelerate as
N upon starting. There may be a slight D/M : switch between automatic (D) long as D or R flashes. The selected
delay. and manual (M) shift mode. gear is engaged and the vehicle starts
Starting is not possible if all brake The transmission display moving.
lights fail. shows either D or M with the If the accelerator pedal is not
selected gear depressed as long as D or R are
< : upshifting in manual mode flashing in the Driver Information
Selector lever ] : downshifting in manual mode Centre, no gear is engaged.
R : reverse gear. Engage only
when vehicle is stationary Stopping the vehicle
If selector lever is moved from R to the In D, first gear is engaged and the
left, D is directly engaged. clutch is released when the vehicle is
If selector lever is moved from D to stopped. In R, reverse gear remains
< or ], manual mode M is selected engaged.
and the transmission shifts.
Engine braking
Starting off
Automatic mode
Depress the brake pedal and move When driving downhill, the manual
the selector lever to D/M or R. If D is transmission automated does not
selected, transmission is in automatic shift into higher gears until a fairly
Always move the selector lever in the mode and first gear is engaged. If R high engine speed has been reached.
appropriate direction as far as it will is selected, reverse gear is engaged. It shifts down in good time when
go. Upon release, it automatically The vehicle starts to move when the braking.
returns to the centre position. brake pedal is released.
To start off immediately without
depressing the brake pedal, move the
selector lever to D or R. D or R will
flash for a short time in the Driver
Driving and operating 113
Manual mode When the ignition is switched off, the If engine speed is too low, the
To utilise the engine braking effect, transmission no longer responds to transmission automatically shifts to a
select a lower gear in good time when movement of the selector lever. lower gear.
driving downhill. Changing into When + or - is selected in automatic
manual mode is only possible while Tyre pressure monitoring system
mode, the transmission switches to
the engine is running. To start the sensor matching process manual mode and shifts accordingly.
of the tyre pressure monitoring
Rocking the vehicle system, the selector lever must be Gear shift indication
Rocking the vehicle is only moved and held in position N for The symbol R with a number
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in five seconds. P illuminates in the alongside it, is indicated when
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector transmission display to indicate that gearshifting is recommended for fuel
lever between R and D in a repeat the sensor matching process can be saving reasons.
pattern. Do not race the engine and started.
avoid sudden acceleration. Shift indication appears only in
Tyre pressure monitoring system manual mode.
3 151.
Parking
The most recently engaged gear (see Electronic driving
Manual mode
transmission display) remains programmes
engaged when switching off ignition. If a higher gear is selected when the
engine speed is too low, or a lower The adaptive programme tailors
With N, no gear is engaged. gearshifting to the driving conditions,
gear when the speed is too high, the
Therefore always apply the parking shift is not executed. This prevents e.g. greater load or gradients.
brake when switching off ignition. If the engine from running at too low or
parking brake is not applied, P flashes
in the transmission display and the
too high an engine speed. M and the Fault
number of the selected gear will be
key cannot be removed from the To prevent damage to the manual
flashed, then the current gear is
ignition switch. P stops flashing in the transmission automated, the clutch is
displayed again..
transmission display as soon as the engaged automatically at high clutch
parking brake is slightly applied. temperatures.
114 Driving and operating
In the event of a fault, control indicator
g illuminates. Additionally, a
Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure
as soon as a wheel shows a tendency
warning message is displayed in the to lock. The vehicle remains
The brake system comprises two
Driver Information Centre. Vehicle steerable, even during hard braking.
independent brake circuits.
messages 3 79. ABS control is made apparent
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
Continued driving is restricted or not through a pulse in the brake pedal
still be braked using the other brake
possible, depending on the fault. and the noise of the regulation
circuit. However, braking effect is
Have the cause of the fault remedied process.
achieved only when the brake pedal
by a workshop. is depressed firmly. Considerably For optimum braking, keep the brake
more force is needed for this. The pedal fully depressed throughout the
braking distance is extended. Seek braking process, despite the fact that
the assistance of a workshop before the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce
continuing the journey. the pressure on the pedal.
When the engine is not running, the After starting-off the system performs
support of the brake servo unit a self-test which may be audible.
disappears once the brake pedal has Control indicator u 3 70.
been depressed once or twice.
Braking effect is not reduced, but Adaptive brake light
braking requires significantly greater
During full braking, all three brake
force. It is especially important to bear
lights flash for the duration of ABS
this in mind when being towed.
control.
Control indicator R 3 69.

Antilock brake system


Antilock brake system (ABS)
prevents the wheels from locking.
Driving and operating 115
Fault Parking brake To reduce the operating forces of
the parking brake, depress the
9 Warning Manual parking brake brake pedal at the same time.

If there is a fault in the ABS, the Control indicator R 3 69.


wheels may be liable to lock due
to braking that is heavier than
normal. The advantages of ABS Brake assist
are no longer available. During If the brake pedal is depressed
hard braking, the vehicle can no quickly and forcefully, maximum
longer be steered and may brake force is automatically applied
swerve. (full braking).
Maintain steady pressure on the
Have the cause of the fault remedied brake pedal for as long as full braking
by a workshop. is required. Maximum brake force is
automatically reduced when the
9 Warning brake pedal is released.

Always apply parking brake firmly Hill start assist


without operating the release
The system helps prevent unintended
button, and apply as firmly as
movement when driving away on
possible on a downhill or uphill
inclines.
slope.
When releasing the brake pedal after
To release the parking brake, pull
stopping on an incline, the brakes
the lever up slightly, press the
remain on for a further two seconds.
release button and fully lower the
The brakes release automatically as
lever.
116 Driving and operating
soon as the vehicle begins to
accelerate or the two seconds holding
Ride control systems 9 Warning
time is over.
Traction Control system Do not let this special safety
The hill start assist is not active during feature tempt you into taking risks
The Traction Control system (TC) is a
an Autostop. when driving.
component of the Electronic Stability
Control (ESC). Adapt speed to the road
TC improves driving stability when conditions.
necessary, regardless of the type of
road surface or tyre grip, by Deactivation
preventing the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the drive wheels start to
spin, engine output is reduced and
the wheel spinning the most is braked
individually. This considerably
improves the driving stability of the
vehicle on slippery road surfaces.

TC can be switched off when spinning


of drive wheels is required: press t
TC is operational after each engine briefly.
start as soon as the control indicator
b extinguishes.
When TC operates b flashes.
Driving and operating 117

Electronic Stability Control 9 Warning


Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
improves driving stability when Do not let this special safety
necessary, regardless of the type of feature tempt you into taking risks
road surface or tyre grip. when driving.
As soon as the vehicle starts to Adapt speed to the road
Control indicator k illuminates. swerve (understeer/oversteer), conditions.
When TC is deactivated, ESC engine output is reduced and the
remains active. wheels are braked individually. Control indicator b 3 70.
TC is reactivated by pressing t again. ESC operates in combination with the
Traction Control system (TC). It Deactivation
TC is also reactivated the next time
the ignition is switched on. prevents the drive wheels from
spinning.
Fault
If there is a fault in the system the
control indicator b illuminates
continuously and a warning code
appears in the Driver Information
Centre. The system is not
operational. ESC is operational after each engine
Have the cause of the fault remedied start as soon as the control indicator
by a workshop. b extinguishes.
When ESC operates b flashes. For very high-performance driving
ESC can be deactivated:
Press and hold t for a minimum of
five seconds. Control indicator t
illuminates.
118 Driving and operating
ESC is reactivated by pressing t Activation Deactivation
again. If the TC system was
previously disabled, both TC and Press B. The LED in the button
ESC are reactivated. k and t extinguishes.
extinguish when TC and ESC are Each time the engine is started, City
reactivated. mode is deactivated.
ESC is also reactivated the next time Overload
the ignition is switched on.
If the steering in City mode is heavily
Fault loaded, e.g. in long parking
If there is a fault in the system, the manoeuvres or heavy city traffic, the
control indicator b illuminates system is deactivated for overheat
continuously and a warning code protection. Steering operates in
appears in the Driver Information normal mode until City mode
Press B when engine is running. The activates automatically
Centre. The system is not
system works from standstill up to
operational. Fault
37 mph, and also in reverse gear.
Have the cause of the fault remedied Above this speed, the system
by a workshop. changes to normal mode. When
activated, City mode engages
City mode automatically below 37 mph.
City mode is a feature which enables An illuminated LED in the City mode
increased steering assistance during button indicates that the system is
lower speed conditions, e.g. city active and a message pops-up in the
traffic or parking. Steering assistance Driver Information Centre.
is increased for greater convenience. City mode remains active during an
Autostop, but is only operational
when the engine is running.
Stop-start system 3 106.
Driving and operating 119
In the event of a fault in the system,
control indicator c illuminates.
Driver assistance
Vehicle messages 3 79.
systems

9 Warning
Driver assistance systems are
developed to support the driver
and not to replace the driver's
attention.
The driver accepts full
responsibility when driving the
vehicle. Do not use the cruise control if it is not
advisable to maintain a constant
When using driver assistance speed.
systems, always take care
regarding the current traffic On vehicles with manual transmission
situation. automated, cruise control can be
activated in automatic mode and
manual mode.
Cruise control
Control indicator m 3 72.
The cruise control can store and
maintain speeds of approx. 15 mph to Switching on
105 mph. Deviations from the stored
speeds may occur when driving uphill
or downhill.
For safety reasons, the cruise control
cannot be activated until the brake
pedal has been operated once.
Activating in first gear is not possible.
120 Driving and operating
Press m; control indicator m in Automatic deactivation:
instrument cluster illuminates white. ● Vehicle speed is below approx.
15 mph.
Activation
● The brake pedal is depressed.
Accelerate to the desired speed and
● The clutch pedal is depressed for
turn thumb wheel to SET/-, the
a few seconds.
current speed is stored and
maintained. Control indicator m in ● The selector lever is in N.
instrument cluster illuminates green. ● Engine speed is in a very low
Set speed is indicated on the display. range.
Accelerator pedal can be released. ● The Traction Control system or
Vehicle speed can be increased by Electronic Stability Control is
depressing the accelerator pedal. Reduce speed operating.
When the accelerator pedal is
released, the previously stored speed With cruise control active, hold thumb Resume stored speed
is resumed. wheel turned to SET/- or briefly turn to
SET/- repeatedly: speed decreases Turn thumb wheel to RES/+ at a
Cruise control remains activated continuously or in small increments. speed above 15 mph. The stored
while gearshifting. speed will be obtained.
Deactivation
Increase speed Switching off
Press y; control indicator m in
With cruise control active, hold thumb instrument cluster illuminates white. Press m, control indicator m in
wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn Cruise control is deactivated. Last instrument cluster extinguishes. The
to RES/+ repeatedly: speed stored speed remains in memory for stored speed is deleted.
increases continuously or in small later speed resume. Pressing L to activate the speed
increments.
limiter or switching off the ignition also
Alternatively accelerate to the desired switches off cruise control and
speed and store by turning to SET/-. deletes the stored speed.
Driving and operating 121

Speed limiter Press L. If cruise control has been Change speed limit
activated before, it is switched off
The speed limiter prevents exceeding when speed limiter is activated and With speed limiter active, turn thumb
a preset maximum speed. control indicator m extinguishes. wheel to RES/+ to increase or SET/-
The maximum speed can be set at to decrease the desired maximum
speeds above 18 mph. Set speed limit speed.
The driver can only accelerate up to With speed limiter active, hold thumb Exceeding the speed limit
the preset speed. Deviations from the wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn
limited speed may occur when driving to RES/+ repeatedly until the desired When exceeding the limited speed
downhill. maximum speed is displayed in the without driver input, the speed will
Driver Information Centre. flash in the Driver Information Centre
The preset speed limit is displayed in
and a chime sounds during this
the Driver Information Centre when Alternatively, accelerate to the period.
the system is active. desired speed and briefly turn thumb
wheel to SET/-: the current speed is In the event of an emergency, it is
Activation stored as maximum speed. Speed possible to exceed the speed limit by
limit is displayed in the Driver depressing the accelerator pedal
Information Centre. firmly nearly to the final point.
Release the accelerator pedal and
the speed limiter function is
reactivated once a speed lower than
the limit speed is obtained.
Deactivation
Press y: speed limiter is deactivated
and the vehicle can be driven without
speed limit.
122 Driving and operating
The limited speed will be stored and Parking assist rear obstacles. It informs and warns
is indicated in brackets in the Driver the driver by giving acoustic signals
Information Centre. Additionally, a Rear parking assist and display indication.
corresponding message appears. The system has three ultrasonic
Resume speed limit 9 Warning parking sensors in the rear bumper.

Turn thumb wheel to RES/+. The It is the driver who bears full Activation
stored speed limit will be obtained. responsibility for the parking When reverse gear is engaged, the
manoeuvre. system is ready to operate
Switching off Always check the surrounding automatically.
Press L, the speed limit indication area while reversing and using the Indication
extinguishes in the Driver Information rear parking assist system.
The system warns the driver with
Centre. The stored speed is deleted. acoustic signals against potentially
By pressing m to activate cruise hazardous obstacles behind the
control, speed limiter is also vehicle. The interval between the
deactivated and the stored speed is sounds becomes shorter as the
deleted. vehicle gets closer to that obstacle.
By switching off the ignition, speed When the distance is less than
limiter is also deactivated, but the approx. 40 cm, the sound is
speed limit will be stored for next continuous.
speed limiter activation.
Deactivation
The system automatically switches
off when reverse gear is disengaged.
The system might not detect the
The rear parking assist makes obstacle when the vehicle is driven
parking easier by measuring the above a 10 km/h.
distance between the vehicle and
Driving and operating 123
Fault changes and warns the driver in the
In the event of a fault in the system, Caution event of an unintended lane change
control indicator r illuminates in the via visual and acoustic signals.
Performance of the system can be
instrument cluster 3 70. Criteria for the detection of an
reduced when sensors are
Additionally if the system does not covered, e.g. by ice or snow. unintended lane change are:
work due to temporary conditions like ● No operation of turn signals.
Performance of the parking assist
snow covered sensors, r ● No brake pedal operation.
system can be reduced due to
illuminates.
heavy loading. ● No active accelerator operation
Basic notes on parking assist Special conditions apply if there or speeding-up.
systems are taller vehicles in the vicinity ● No active steering.
(e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans,
vans). Object identification and If the driver is performing these
9 Warning actions, no warning will be issued.
correct distance indication in the
Under certain circumstances, upper part of these vehicles Activation
various reflective surfaces on cannot be guaranteed.
objects or clothing as well as Objects with a very small reflection
external noise sources may cause cross-section, e.g. objects of
the system to fail to detect narrow size or soft materials, may
obstacles. not be detected by the system.
Special attention must be paid to Parking assist systems do not
low obstacles which can damage detect objects outside the
the lower part of the bumper. detection range.

Lane departure warning


The lane departure warning system
observes the lane markings between
which the vehicle is driving via a front
camera. The system detects lane
124 Driving and operating
The lane departure warning system is
activated by pressing ). The
Fault Fuel
illuminated LED in the button The lane departure warning system
indicates that the system is switched may not operate properly when: Fuel for petrol engines
on. When control indicator ) in the ● The windscreen is not clean. Only use unleaded fuel that complies
instrument cluster illuminates green, ● There are adverse environmental with European standard EN 228 or
the system is ready to operate. conditions e.g. heavy rain, snow, E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent.
The system is only operable at direct sunlight or shadows. The engine is capable of running with
vehicle speeds above 35 mph and if The system can not operate when no fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol
lane markings are available. lane marking is detected. (e.g., named E10).
When the system recognises an Use fuel with the recommended
unintended lane change, control octane rating. The engine-specific
indicator ) changes to yellow and requirements are given in the engine
flashes. Simultaneously a chime data overview 3 177. A country-
sound is activated. specific label at the fuel filler flap can
supersede the requirement.

Caution
Do not use fuel or fuel additives
that contain metallic compounds
such as manganese-based
additives. This may cause engine
Deactivation damage.
The system is deactivated by
pressing ), the LED in the button
extinguishes.
At speeds below 35 mph the system
is inoperable.
Driving and operating 125
The boiling point depends on the Pressing LPG switches between
Caution pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient petrol and liquid gas operation as
pressure, it is between -42 °C (pure soon as the required parameters
Use of fuel that does not comply to propane) and -0.5 °C (pure butane). (coolant temperature, gas
EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or temperature and minimum engine
equivalent can lead to deposits or
Caution speed) have been reached. The
engine damage. requirements are usually fulfilled after
The system works at an ambient approx. 60 seconds (depending on
Caution temperature of approx. -8 °C to exterior temperature) and the first firm
100 °C. press on the accelerator. The LED
Use of fuel with too low an octane status shows the current operating
rating could lead to uncontrolled Full function of the LPG system can mode.
combustion and engine damage. only be guaranteed with liquid gas LED off : petrol operation
which complies with the minimum LED : checking conditions for
requirements of DIN EN 589.
Fuel for liquid gas operation flashes fuel transition to liquid
gas operation.
Liquid gas is known as LPG Fuel selector Illuminates if conditions
(Liquefied Petroleum Gas) or under are fulfilled.
its French name GPL (Gaz de Pétrole LED illu‐ : liquid gas operation
Liquéfié). LPG is also known as minates
Autogas. LED : liquid gas tank is empty
LPG consists mainly of propane and flashes or failure in liquid gas
butane. The octane rating is between five system. A message is
105 and 115, depending on the times displayed in the Driver
butane proportion. LPG is stored and Information Centre.
liquid at around five to ten bar extin‐
pressure. guishes
If the fuel tank is empty, the engine
will not start.
126 Driving and operating
The selected fuel mode is stored and Due to extreme temperatures in
reactivated at the next ignition cycle if combination with the gas 9 Warning
conditions allow. composition, it may take slightly
longer before the system switches If you smell gas in the vehicle or in
As soon as the liquid gas tanks are the immediate vicinity, switch to
empty, petrol operation is from petrol to gas mode.
petrol mode immediately. No
automatically engaged until the In extreme situations, the system may smoking. No naked flames or
ignition is switched off. also switch back to petrol mode if the ignition sources.
When switching automatically minimum requirements are not
between petrol or gas operation, a fulfilled. If conditions allow, it might be If the gas odour persists, do not start
brief delay of engine tractive power possible to manually switch back to the engine. Have the cause of the
may be noticeable. liquid gas operation. fault remedied by a workshop.
Every six months, run the petrol tank Seek the assistance of a workshop in When using underground car parks,
down until control indicator Y the event of all other faults. follow the instructions of the operator
illuminates, then refuel. This helps and local laws.
maintain fuel quality and system Caution
Notice
function for petrol operation.
Repairs and adjustments may only In the event of an accident, switch off
Fill the tank completely at regular the ignition and lights.
be made by trained specialists in
intervals to prevent corrosion in the
order to maintain the safety and
tank.
warranty on the LPG system.
Faults and remedies
If gas mode is not possible, check the Liquid gas is given a particular odour
following: (odorised) so that any leaks can be
detected easily.
● Is there enough liquid gas
present?
● Is there enough petrol present for
starting?
Driving and operating 127

Refuelling 9 Danger
2. Pull up the fuel filler flap release
lever located on the floor, right
front side of driver's seat.
Fuel is flammable and explosive.
No smoking. No naked flames or The fuel filler flap is located at right
sparks. rear side of the vehicle.
If you can smell fuel in your
vehicle, have the cause of this
remedied immediately by a
workshop.

Caution
In case of misfuelling, do not
switch on ignition.
9 Danger
1. Stop the engine.
Before refuelling, switch off
ignition and any external heaters 3. Turn the fuel filler cap
with combustion chambers. counterclockwise slowly. If a
Follow the operating and safety hissing sound is heard, wait for it
instructions of the filling station to stop before completely
when refuelling. unscrewing the cap.
4. Remove the cap. The cap is
tethered to the vehicle.
128 Driving and operating
5. After refuelling, replace cap. Turn
it clockwise until you hear several
clicks.
6. Push the fuel filler flap closed until
it latches.
Notice
If, in cold weather, the fuel filler door
does not open, tap the door lightly.
Then try to open it again.

Caution
Wipe off any overflowing fuel Unscrew protective cap from the filler Screw the required adapter hand-
immediately. neck. tight onto the filler neck.
ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of the
Liquid gas refuelling filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press
locking lever on filler nozzle down.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station when DISH filler neck: Place the filler nozzle
refuelling. into the adapter. Press locking lever
on filler nozzle down.
The filling valve for the liquid gas is
behind the fuel filler cap. Bayonet filler neck: Place filler nozzle
on the adapter and turn clockwise or
anticlockwise through one quarter
turn. Pull locking lever of filler nozzle
fully.
EURO filler neck: Press the filler
Protective cap is magnetic. Place it on nozzle onto the adapter until it
fuel filler door while refuelling. engages.
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Press the button at the liquid gas The multivalve on the liquid gas tank
supply point. The filling system stops automatically limits the fill quantity. If
or begins to run slowly when 80% of a larger quantity is added, we
the tank volume is reached recommend not exposing the vehicle
(maximum fill level). to the sun until the excess amount
Release button on filling system and has been used up.
the filling process stops. Release the
Filling adapter
locking lever and remove the filler
nozzle. A small quantity of liquid gas As filling systems are not
may escape. standardised, different adapters are
required which are available from
Remove adapter and stow securely in Vauxhall Distributors and from
vehicle. Vauxhall Authorised Repairers.
Fit protective cap to prevent the Bayonet adapter: Netherlands,
penetration of foreign bodies into the Norway, Spain, United Kingdom
filler opening and the system.

9 Warning
Due to the system design, an
escape of liquid gas after
releasing the locking lever is
unavoidable. Avoid inhaling.

9 Warning
ACME adapter: Belgium, Germany,
The liquid gas tank should only be Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland
filled to 80% capacity, for safety EURO adapter: Spain
reasons.
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Fuel consumption - CO2- The figures are provided only for the
purpose of comparison between
Emissions different vehicle variants and must
The fuel consumption (combined) of not be taken as a guarantee for the
the model Vauxhall Viva is within a actual fuel consumption of a
range of 61.4 to 68.9 mpg. particular vehicle. Additional
The CO2 emission (combined) is equipment may result in slightly
higher results than the stated
within a range of 106 to 94 g/km. consumption and CO2 figures.
For the values specific for your
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of Furthermore, fuel consumption is
Conformity provided with your vehicle dependent on personal driving style
or other national registration as well as road and traffic conditions.
DISH adapter: Austria, Bosnia- documents.
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, General information
France, Greece, Hungary, Italy,
Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, The official fuel consumption and
Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, specific CO2 emission figures quoted
Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, relate to the EU base model with
Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine standard equipment.
Fuel consumption data and CO2
Fuel filler cap emission data are determined
Only use genuine fuel filler caps. according to regulation R (EC)
No. 715/2007 (in the latest applicable
version), taking into consideration the
vehicle weight in running order, as
specified by the regulation.
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Vehicle care Interior lights ............................ 144


Instrument panel illumination ... 144
General Information
Electrical system ........................ 144 Accessories and vehicle
Fuses ....................................... 144
General Information ................... 131 Engine compartment fuse box . 146
modifications
Accessories and vehicle Instrument panel fuse box ....... 147 We recommend the use of genuine
modifications .......................... 131 Vehicle tools .............................. 149 parts and accessories and factory
Vehicle storage ........................ 132 Tools ........................................ 149 approved parts specific for your
End-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 132 vehicle type. We cannot assess or
Wheels and tyres ....................... 150 guarantee reliability of other products
Vehicle checks ........................... 133 Winter tyres ............................. 150
Performing work ...................... 133 - even if they have a regulatory or
Tyre designations .................... 150 otherwise granted approval.
Bonnet ..................................... 133 Tyre pressure .......................... 150
Engine oil ................................. 134 Tyre pressure monitoring Do not make any modifications to the
Engine coolant ......................... 135 system .................................... 151 electrical system, e.g. changes of
Washer fluid ............................ 135 Tread depth ............................. 155 electronic control units (chip tuning).
Brakes ..................................... 136 Changing tyre and wheel size . 155
Brake fluid ............................... 136 Wheel covers ........................... 155 Caution
Vehicle battery ......................... 136 Tyre chains .............................. 156
Wiper blade replacement ........ 138 Tyre repair kit .......................... 156 When transporting the vehicle on
Bulb replacement ....................... 138 Wheel changing ....................... 159 a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
Halogen headlights .................. 139 Spare wheel ............................ 161 mud flaps might be damaged.
Fog lights ................................. 140 Jump starting ............................. 163
Front turn signal lights ............. 141
Tail lights ................................. 141 Towing ....................................... 165
Side turn signal lights .............. 142 Towing the vehicle ................... 165
Centre high-mounted brake Appearance care ....................... 166
light ......................................... 143 Exterior care ............................ 166
Number plate light ................... 143 Interior care ............................. 168
132 Vehicle care

Vehicle storage ● Open the bonnet, close all doors Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
and lock the vehicle. service centre authorised for gas
Storage for a long period of time ● Disconnect the clamp from the vehicles.
If the vehicle is to be stored for several negative terminal of the vehicle
months: battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
● Wash and wax the vehicle. alarm system.
● Have the wax in the engine
compartment and underbody Putting back into operation
checked. When the vehicle is to be put back into
● Clean and preserve the rubber operation:
seals. ● Connect the clamp to the
● Fill up fuel tank completely. negative terminal of the vehicle
● Change the engine oil. battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection. ● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value ● Check the engine oil level.
specified for full load. ● Check the coolant level.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, well ● Fit the number plate if necessary.
ventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear. Prevent the vehicle
from rolling. End-of-life vehicle recovery
● Do not apply the parking brake. Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our
website. Only entrust this work to an
authorised recycling centre.
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Vehicle checks 9 Danger


Performing work The ignition system uses
extremely high voltage. Do not
touch.

Bonnet
Opening

Push the safety catch upwards and


open the bonnet.

9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off. Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.

Secure the bonnet support.


134 Vehicle care
If the bonnet is opened during an Check with the vehicle on a level When the engine oil level has
Autostop, the engine will be restarted surface. The engine must be at dropped to the MIN mark, top up
automatically for safety reasons. operating temperature and switched engine oil.
off for at least five minutes.
Closing
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
Before closing the bonnet, press the insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
support into the holder. out and read the engine oil level.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall
into the latch from a low height Caution
(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is
engaged. It is the owner's responsibility to
maintain the proper level of an
Caution appropriate quality oil in the
engine.
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch, to avoid dents. Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn. We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
Engine oil last change.
Check the engine oil level manually The engine oil level must not exceed
on a regular basis to prevent damage the MAX mark on the dipstick.
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification Caution
of oil is used. Recommended fluids
and lubricants 3 170. Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
The maximum engine oil
consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.
Capacities 3 181.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
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Engine coolant the coolant concentration checked


and have the cause of the coolant
The coolant provides freeze loss remedied by a workshop.
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant Washer fluid
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C.

Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant level If the cooling system is cold, the


coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
Caution
low.
Too low a coolant level can cause
engine damage. 9 Warning
Fill with clean water mixed with a
Allow the engine to cool before suitable quantity of approved
opening the cap. Carefully open windscreen washer fluid which
the cap, relieving the pressure contains antifreeze.
slowly.
Caution
To top up use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed Only washer fluid with a sufficient
with clean tap water. If no coolant antifreeze concentration provides
concentrate is available, use clean protection at low temperatures or
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have a sudden drop in temperature.
136 Vehicle care

Brakes
In the event of minimum thickness of
the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible. Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
Once new brake linings are installed, an appropriate recycling collection
do not brake unnecessarily hard for point.
the first few journeys.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to vehicle battery
Brake fluid The brake fluid level must be between discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the MIN and MAX marks. the negative terminal of the vehicle
9 Warning If fluid level is below MIN seek the battery.
assistance of a workshop. Ensure the ignition is switched off
Brake fluid is poisonous and Brake and clutch fluid 3 170. before connecting or disconnecting
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, the vehicle battery.
skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
Vehicle battery The anti-theft alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the
The vehicle battery is maintenance- ignition on then off, disconnect the
free provided that the driving profile vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and Battery discharge protection 3 93.
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
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Replacing the vehicle battery We recommend that you have the Warning label
vehicle battery replaced by a
Notice workshop.
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this section may lead to Stop-start system 3 106.
temporary deactivation of the stop- Charging the vehicle battery
start system.
When the vehicle battery is being 9 Warning
replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the On vehicles with stop-start
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a system, ensure that the charging
ventilation hole is open in this area, it potential does not exceed 14.6
must be closed off with a dummy cap, volts when using a battery
and the ventilation in the vicinity of the charger. Otherwise the battery
negative terminal must be opened. might be damaged. Meaning of symbols:
In vehicles with an AGM (Absorptive ● No sparks, naked flames or
Glass Mat) battery, make sure to Jump starting 3 163. smoking.
have the battery replaced with ● Always shield eyes. Explosive
another AGM battery. gases can cause blindness or
We recommend the use of an original injury.
Vauxhall battery. ● Keep the vehicle battery out of
Notice the reach of children.
Using an AGM vehicle battery ● The vehicle battery contains
different from the original Vauxhall sulfuric acid which could cause
vehicle battery may result in a lower blindness or serious burn
performance. injuries.
138 Vehicle care
● See the Owner's manual for
further information.
Wiper blade on the rear window Bulb replacement
● Explosive gas may be present in Switch off the ignition and switch off
the vicinity of the battery. the relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do
Wiper blade replacement not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Replace headlight bulbs from within
the engine compartment.
Bulb check
Lift wiper arm. Push the wiper blade,
After a bulb replacement switch on
slightly angled to the wiper arm
the ignition, operate and check the
downwards until it disengages.
lights.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
Lift the wiper arm. Press release lever engages.
and detach the wiper blade. Lower wiper arm carefully.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
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Halogen headlights
Low beam and high beam

2. Remove fuse box cover (left side 4. Remove protective cover.


of the vehicle only).

1. On left vehicle side: rotate and pull


out the filling pipe of the
windscreen washer fluid
container.

5. Press spring clip and disengage.


3. Press both clips together and
detach plug connector from bulb.
140 Vehicle care
3. Detach bulb from the bulb holder
and replace it.
4. Insert the bulb socket into the
reflector and turn clockwise.
Sidelight/daytime running light
with LEDs
Sidelights and daytime running lights
are designed as LEDs and cannot be
changed. Consult a workshop in case
of a defective LED.
6. Remove bulb from reflector 2. Rotate the bulb holder
housing. anticlockwise and remove. Fog lights
7. When fitting a new bulb, engage
the lugs in the recesses on the
reflector.
8. Engage the spring clip.
9. Place headlight protective cover
in position and close.
10. Ensure the protective cover is
placed correctly to prevent water
leak and heavy condensations.
Sidelight/Daytime running light
1. Remove fuse box cover (left side 1. Tilt the wheel and remove the two
of the vehicle only). push nuts on the outside of the
wheel liner.
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Front turn signal lights 2. Rotate bulb anticlockwise and


remove from bulb holder.
3. Replace bulb.
4. Insert the bulb holder into the
reflector and rotate clockwise.

Tail lights
Tail lights, turn signal lights, brake
lights and reversing lights

2. Disconnect the electrical


connector from the bulb holder.
3. Remove the bulb assembly 1. Rotate the bulb holder
anticlockwise and pull it straight anticlockwise and remove.
out.
4. Insert a new bulb assembly
straight into the lamp and rotate
clockwise.
5. Reconnect the electrical
connector.
1. Unscrew both screws.
2. Remove tail light assembly. Take
care that the cable duct remains in
position.
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6. Insert bulb holder into the tail light
assembly and screw into place.
Connect wiring plug. Install tail
light assembly in body and tighten
screws. Close covers and
engage.
7. Switch on ignition, operate and
check all lights.

Side turn signal lights


To replace bulb, remove lamp
3. tail light / brake light 1 4. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise. housing:
turn signal light 2
tail light 3
reversing light (passenger side) /
rear fog light (driver's side) 4.

5. Remove bulb holder. Push bulb 1. Slide lamp to the front and remove
into socket slightly, rotate anti- it out of the front wing with the rear
clockwise, remove and renew end.
bulb.
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4. Insert bulb holder and turn Number plate light
clockwise.
5. Insert front end into front wing,
slide forward and insert rear end.

Centre high-mounted brake


light

2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise


and remove from housing.
1. Unscrew both screws.
2. Remove bulb housing
downwards, taking care not to pull
on the cable.
Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise
to disengage.
Have LEDs replaced by a workshop. 3. Remove bulb from bulb holder
and replace it.
4. Insert bulb holder into bulb
housing and turn clockwise.
5. Insert bulb housing and secure
3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and using a screwdriver.
replace it.
144 Vehicle care

Interior lights Electrical system


Courtesy light, reading lights Fuses
1. To remove, prise the opposite Data on the replacement fuse must
side of the lamp switch using a match the data on the defective fuse.
flat-blade screwdriver. (Be careful There are two fuse boxes in the
not to make scratches.) vehicle:
2. Remove the bulb. ● In the front left of the engine
3. Replace the bulb. compartment.
4. Reinstall the lamp assembly. ● On the driver's side behind a
cover in the instrument panel.
Load compartment light 2. Remove bulb.
Before replacing a fuse, turn off the
3. Insert new bulb. respective switch and the ignition.
4. Install lamp.

Instrument panel
illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

1. Prise the lamp out with a


screwdriver.
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There are different kinds of fuses in Fuse extractor
the vehicle. Some types of fuses in
the vehicle may differ from the ones A fuse extractor may be located in the
illustrated. fuse box in the engine compartment.

Place the fuse extractor on the


various types of fuse from the top, and
withdraw fuse.

Depending on the type of fuse, a


blown fuse can be recognized by its
melted wire. Do not replace the fuse
until the cause of the fault has been
remedied.
Some functions are protected by
several fuses.
Fuses may also be inserted without
existence of a function.
146 Vehicle care

Engine compartment fuse No. Circuit


box 1 Tailgate
2 –
3 Heated rear window
4 Heated exterior mirror
5 Sunroof
6 Transmission control module
7 Engine control module
8 –
9 ABS
The fuse box is in the front left of the
10 Body control module, voltage
engine compartment.
Disengage the cover, lift it upwards 11 Rear view camera
and remove. 12 –
13 –
14 Engine control module/Trans‐
mission control module
15 Injection system/Starter
16 Fuel pump
17 Engine control module1
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No. Circuit No. Circuit After having changed defective fuses


close the fuse box cover and press
18 Engine control module2 34 High beam right until it engages.
19 Injection system/Ignition 35 – If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.
20 Air conditioning system 36 Rear wiper
21 Battery sensor 37 Cornering light left Instrument panel fuse box
22 Electric steering column lock 38 Washer system
23 Cooling fan low 39 Cornering light right
24 – 40 –
25 Exterior mirror switch 41 –
26 Engine control module/Manual 42 Starter 2
transmission automated
module 43 Instrument panel

27 Fuel system 44 Manual transmission auto‐


mated
28 Brake switch
45 Starter 1 The fuse box is located on the driver's
29 Seat occupancy recognition side behind a cover in the instrument
46 ABS
30 Headlight range adjustment panel.
47 Cooling fan high
To open the compartment, compress
31 Horn
48 Front wiper the locking tabs, fold cover down and
32 Front fog light remove.
49 Body control module/Retained
33 High beam left power off
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No. Circuit No. Circuit


1 Onstar 17 forward collision alert
2 Air conditioning system 18 Instrument panel
3 Instrument panel 19 Forward collision alert indication
4 Transmission control module 20 Headlight range adjustment
5 Infotainment 21 Power windows, front
6 Body control module 22 Power windows, rear
7 Rear parking assist 23 –
8 Data link connection 24 Manual transmission auto‐
mated module
9 Electric steering column lock
25 Auxiliary power outlet
10 Sensing and Diagnostic module
26 Sunroof
11 DC transformer
27 –
12 –
28 Body control module 8
13 Electronic toll collection system
29 Body control module 7
14 Linear power module
30 Body control module 6
15 Central locking system/Ignition
system 31 Body control module 5
16 Ignition system 32 Body control module 4
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No. Circuit Vehicle tools Vehicles with spare wheel


33 Body control module 3
Tools
34 Body control module 2
Vehicles with tyre repair kit
35 Body control module 1

36 Ignition system
37 Steering wheel control LED
38 –
39 Logistic/DC transformer
40 Power window, driver The jack and the vehicle tools are in
the load compartment.
41 Blower
42 Seat heating, front
The vehicle tools are in the
43 Air conditioning module compartment under the floor cover in
44 Heated steering wheel the load compartment, together with
the tyre repair kit.
45 Body control module 2
150 Vehicle care

Wheels and tyres Tyre designations Directional tyres


E.g. 195/55 R 16 95 H Directional tyres must be mounted so
Tyre condition, wheel condition 195 : tyre width, mm that they rotate in the correct
55 : cross-section ratio (tyre height direction. The proper rotation
Drive over edges slowly and at right to tyre width), % direction is indicated by a symbol
angles if possible. Driving over sharp R : belt type: Radial (e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
edges can cause tyre and wheel RF : type: RunFlat
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb
when parking.
16 : wheel diameter, inches Tyre pressure
91 : load index e.g. 91 is equivalent
Regularly check the wheels for to 615 kg Check the pressure of cold tyres at
damage. Seek the assistance of a H : speed code letter least every 14 days and before any
workshop in the event of damage or long journey.
unusual wear. Speed code letter: Do not forget the spare wheel.
We recommend not swapping the Q : up to 100 mph This also applies to vehicles with tyre
front wheels with the rear wheels and S : up to 112 mph pressure monitoring system.
vice versa, as this can affect vehicle T : up to 118 mph
Unscrew the valve cap.
stability. Always use less worn tyres H : up to 130 mph
on the rear axle. V : up to 150 mph
W : up to 168 mph
Winter tyres Choose a tyre appropriate for the
maximum speed of your vehicle.
Winter tyres improve driving safety at
temperatures below 7 °C and should The maximum speed is achievable at
therefore be fitted on all wheels. kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus
125 kg payload. Optional equipment
In accordance with country-specific
could reduce the maximum speed of
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the vehicle.
the driver's field of view.
Performance 3 178.
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Tyre pressure 3 182. The driver is responsible for correct Temperature dependency
The tyre pressure information label adjustment of tyre pressure.
The tyre pressure depends on the
on the driver's door frame indicates temperature of the tyre. During
the original equipment tyres and the 9 Warning
driving, tyre temperature and
correspondent tyre pressures. pressure increase. Tyre pressure
If the pressure is too low, this can
The tyre pressure data refers to cold values provided on the tyre
result in considerable tyre warm-
tyres. It applies to summer and winter information label and tyre pressure
up and internal damage, leading to
tyres. chart are valid for cold tyres, which
tread separation and even to tyre
The ECO tyre pressure serves to blow-out at high speeds. means at 20 °C.
achieve the smallest amount of fuel The pressure increases by nearly
consumption possible. 1.5 psi for a 10 °C temperature
Incorrect tyre pressures will impair 9 Warning increase. This must be considered
safety, vehicle handling, comfort and when warm tyres are checked.
For specific tyres the
fuel economy and will increase tyre The tyre pressure value displayed in
recommended tyre pressure as
wear. the Driver Information Centre shows
shown in the tyre pressure table
Tyre pressures differ depending on the real tyre pressure. A cooled down
may exceed the maximum tyre
various options. tyre will show a decreased value,
pressure as indicated on the tyre.
which does not indicate an air leak.
For the correct tyre pressure value, Never exceed the maximum tyre
follow the procedure below: pressure as indicated on the tyre.
● Identify the engine identifier Tyre pressure monitoring
code. Engine data 3 177. If the tyre pressure must be reduced system
or increased, switch off ignition. After
● Identify the respective tyre. adjusting tyre pressure switch on The tyre pressure monitoring system
For the tyres approved for your ignition and select the relevant setting checks the pressure of all four tyres
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of on the page Tyre Load in the Driver once a minute when vehicle speed
Conformity provided with your vehicle Information Centre 3 73. exceeds a certain limit.
or other national registration
documents.
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System status and pressure warnings
Caution are displayed by a message with the
corresponding tyre flashing in the
Tyre pressure monitoring system Driver Information Centre.
warns only about low tyre pressure
condition and does not replace The system considers the tyre
regular tyre maintenance by the temperature for the warnings.
driver. Temperature dependency 3 150.

All wheels must be equipped with


pressure sensors and the tyres must
have the prescribed pressure.
Notice
Press MENU to select the Vehicle
In countries where the tyre pressure
Information MenuX.
monitoring system is legally
required, the use of wheels without
pressure sensors will invalidate the
vehicle type approval.
The current tyre pressures can be
shown in the Vehicle Information
Menu in the Driver Information A detected low tyre pressure
Centre. condition is indicated by the control
The menu can be selected by indicator w 3 71.
pressing the buttons on the turn If w illuminates, stop as soon as
signal lever. possible and inflate the tyres as
recommended 3 182.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select the
tyre pressure monitoring system.
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If w flashes for 60-90 seconds then The use of commercially-available The Tyre Load menu only appears if
illuminates continuously, there is a liquid tyre repair kits can impair the the vehicle is in a standstill and the
fault in the system. Consult a function of the system. Factory- parking brake is applied. On vehicles
workshop. approved repair kits can be used. with automatic transmission the
After inflating, some driving may be Operating electronic devices or being selector lever has to be in P.
required to update the tyre pressure close to facilities using similar wave
values in the Driver Information frequencies could disrupt the tyre
Centre. During this time w may pressure monitoring system.
illuminate. Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre
If w illuminates at lower temperatures pressure monitoring system sensors
and extinguishes after some driving, must be dismounted and serviced.
this could be an indicator for For the screwed sensor; replace
approaching a low tyre pressure valve core and sealing ring. For the
condition. Check tyre pressure. clipped sensor; replace complete
Vehicle messages 3 79. valve stem.
If the tyre pressure must be reduced Vehicle loading status
or increased, switch off ignition.
Adjust tyre pressure to load condition Select:
Only mount wheels with pressure according to the tyre information label
sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure or tyre pressure chart 3 182, and ● Lo for comfort pressure up to
will not be displayed and w 3 people.
select the appropriate setting in the
illuminates continuously. menu Tyre Load in the Driver ● Eco for Eco pressure up to
A temporary spare wheel is not Information Centre, Vehicle 3 people.
equipped with pressure sensors. The Information Menu 3 73. This setting is ● Hi for full loading.
tyre pressure monitoring system is the reference for the tyre pressure
not operational for these tyres. warnings.
Control indicator w illuminates. For
the further three tyres, the system
remains operational.
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Tyre pressure sensor matching match all four wheel positions. If it 6. Press SET/CLR to begin the
process takes longer, the matching process sensor matching process. A
stops and must be restarted. message requesting acceptance
Each tyre pressure sensor has a of the process should be
The tyre pressure sensor matching
unique identification code. The displayed.
process is:
identification code must be matched
1. Apply the parking brake. 7. Press SET/CLR again to confirm
to a new tyre/wheel position after
the selection. The horn sounds
rotating the tyres or exchanging the 2. Turn the ignition on. twice to indicate that the receiver
complete wheel set and if one or more 3. On vehicles with manual is in relearn mode.
tyre pressure sensors were replaced. transmission automated: Press
The tyre pressure sensor matching 8. Start with the left side front wheel.
and hold brake pedal. Move and
process should also be performed hold the selector lever for five 9. Place the relearn tool against the
after replacing a spare tyre with a seconds in position N until P is tyre sidewall, near the valve stem.
road tyre containing the tyre pressure displayed in the Driver Then press the button to activate
sensor. Information Centre. P indicates the tyre pressure sensor. A horn
The malfunction light w and the that the sensor matching process chirp confirms that the sensor
warning message or code should go can be started. identification code has been
off at the next ignition cycle. The matched to this wheel position.
On vehicles with manual
sensors are matched to the wheel transmission: select neutral. 10. Proceed to the right side front
positions, using a relearn tool, in the wheel, and repeat the procedure
following order: left side front wheel, 4. Use MENU on the turn signal in Step 9.
right side front wheel, right side rear lever to select the Vehicle
Information Menu in the Driver 11. Proceed to the right side rear
wheel and left side rear wheel. The wheel, and repeat the procedure
turn signal light at the current active Information Centre.
in Step 9.
position is illuminated until sensor is 5. Turn the adjuster wheel to scroll to
matched. the tyre pressure menu. 12. Proceed to the left side rear
wheel, and repeat the procedure
Consult a workshop for service or in Step 9. The horn sounds twice
purchase a relearn tool. There are to indicate that the sensor
two minutes to match the first wheel identification code has been
position, and five minutes overall to
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matched to the left side rear speedometer as well as the nominal
wheel, and the tyre pressure tyre pressure and to make other
sensor matching process is no vehicle modifications.
longer active. After converting to a different tyre
13. Turn off the ignition. size, have the label with tyre
14. Set all four tyres to the pressures replaced.
recommended air pressure level
as indicated on the tyre 9 Warning
information label.
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels
15. Ensure the tyre loading status is
may lead to accidents and will
set according to the selected
invalidate the vehicle type
pressure 3 73.
The legally permissible minimum approval.
tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
Tread depth reached when the tread has worn Wheel covers
Check tread depth at regular down as far as one of the tread wear Wheel covers and tyres that are
intervals. indicators (TWI). Their position is factory approved for the respective
indicated by markings on the vehicle and comply with all of the
Tyres should be replaced for safety
sidewall. relevant wheel and tyre combination
reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm
(4 mm for winter tyres). Tyres age, even if they are not used. requirements must be used.
We recommend tyre replacement If the wheel covers and tyres used are
For safety reasons it is recommended
every 6 years. not factory approved, the tyres must
that the tread depth of the tyres on
one axle should not vary by more than not have a rim protection ridge.
2 mm. Changing tyre and wheel Wheel covers must not impair brake
size cooling.
If tyres of a different size than those
fitted at the factory are used, it may be
necessary to reprogramme the
156 Vehicle care
If you have a flat tyre:
9 Warning 9 Warning
Apply the parking brake and engage
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel Damage may lead to tyre blowout. first gear or reverse gear.
covers could lead to sudden
pressure loss and thereby Tyre chains are only permitted on
accidents. tyres of size 165/65 R14.
Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres
Tyre chains of size 185/55 R15 and 195/45 R16.
The use of tyre chains is not permitted
on the temporary spare wheel.

Tyre repair kit


Minor damage to the tyre tread can be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from The tyre repair kit is in the tool box
the tyres. under the floor cover in the load
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that compartment.
is at the tyre's sidewall cannot be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Tyre chains are only permitted on the
front wheels. 9 Warning
Always use fine mesh chains that add Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread
and the inboard sides (including chain Do not use for a lengthy period.
lock). Steering and handling may be
affected.
Vehicle care 157
1. Open the floor cover. 3. Remove the electrical connection
cable and air hose from the
storage compartments on the
underside of the compressor.

6. Unscrew valve cap from defective


2. Remove the compressor and the tyre.
sealant bottle. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre
valve.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to 8. The switch on the compressor
the connection on the sealant must be set to J.
bottle.
9. Connect the compressor plug to
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the the power outlet or cigarette
retainer on the compressor. lighter socket.
Set the compressor near the tyre To avoid discharging the battery,
in such a way that the sealant we recommend running the
bottle is upright. engine.
158 Vehicle care
13. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push
catch on bracket to remove
sealant bottle from bracket. Screw
the tyre inflation hose to the free
connection of the sealant bottle.
This prevents sealant from
escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in
load compartment.
14. Remove any excess sealant
using a cloth.
15. Take the label indicating
Set the rocker switch on the If the prescribed tyre pressure is maximum permitted speed from
compressor to I. The tyre is filled not obtained within ten minutes, the sealant bottle and affix in the
with sealant. remove the tyre repair kit. Move driver's field of view.
10. The compressor pressure gauge the vehicle one tyre rotation. 16. Continue driving immediately so
briefly indicates up to six bar Reattach the tyre repair kit and that sealant is evenly distributed
whilst the sealant bottle is continue the filling procedure for in the tyre. After driving approx.
emptying (approx. 30 seconds). ten minutes. If the prescribed tyre six miles (but no more than ten
Then the pressure starts to drop. pressure is still not obtained, the minutes), stop and check tyre
tyre is too badly damaged. Seek pressure. Screw compressor air
11. All of the sealant is pumped into the assistance of a workshop. hose directly onto tyre valve and
the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated. compressor when doing this.
Drain excess tyre pressure with
12. The prescribed tyre pressure the button over the pressure
should be obtained within ten indicator.
minutes. Tyre pressure 3 182.
When the correct pressure is Do not run the compressor for
obtained, switch off the longer than ten minutes.
compressor.
Vehicle care 159
If unusual noise is heard or the Make the following preparations and
compressor becomes hot, turn observe the following information:
compressor off for at least ● Park the vehicle on a level, firm
30 minutes. and non-skid surface. The front
The built-in safety valve opens at a wheels must be in the straight-
pressure of seven bar (102 psi). ahead position.
Note the expiry date of the kit. After ● Apply the parking brake and
this date its sealing capability is no engage first gear or reverse gear.
longer guaranteed. Pay attention to ● Never change more than one
storage information on sealant wheel at once.
bottle.
● Use the jack only to change
If tyre pressure is more than Replace the used sealant bottle. wheels in case of puncture, not
1.3 bar, set it to the correct value. Dispose of the bottle as prescribed for seasonal winter or summer
Repeat the procedure until there by applicable laws. tyre change.
is no more loss of pressure. The compressor and sealant can be ● The jack is maintenance-free.
If the tyre pressure has fallen used from approx. -30 °C.
● If the ground on which the vehicle
below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must The adapters supplied can be used is standing is soft, a solid board
not be used. Seek the assistance to pump up other items e.g. (max. 1 cm thick) should be
of a workshop. footballs, air mattresses, inflatable placed under the jack.
17. Stow away tyre repair kit in load dinghies etc. They are located on the
underside of the compressor. To ● Take heavy objects out of the
compartment.
remove, screw on compressor air vehicle before jacking up.
Reinstall floor cover. Rear floor
hose and withdraw adapter. ● No people or animals may be in
storage cover 3 53.
the vehicle when it is jacked-up.
Notice Wheel changing ● Never crawl under a jacked-up
The driving characteristics of the Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle.
repaired tyre are severely affected, tyre repair kit instead of a spare
therefore have this tyre replaced. wheel.
160 Vehicle care
● Do not start the vehicle when it is
raised on the jack.
● Clean wheel nuts and thread with
a clean cloth before mounting the
wheel.

9 Warning
Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel
nut and wheel nut cone.

1. Steel wheels:
Pull off the wheel cover. 2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring 3. Ensure the jack is correctly
Alloy wheels with bolt caps that it locates securely and loosen positioned under the relevant
each wheel bolt by half a turn. vehicle jacking point.
Disengage wheel bolt caps with a
screwdriver and remove. To The wheels might be protected by
protect the wheel, place a soft locking wheel bolts. To loosen
cloth between the screwdriver these specific bolts, first attach
and the alloy wheel. the adapter for the locking wheel
bolts onto the head of the bolt
Alloy wheels with centre cap before installing the wheel
Insert extractor in the open slot of wrench. The adapter is located in
the centre cap and remove the the glovebox.
cap from the wheel. Vehicle tools
3 149.

4. Set the jack to the necessary


height. Position it directly below
Vehicle care 161
the jacking point in a manner that Have the defective tyre renewed or
prevents it from slipping. repaired as soon as possible.
Attach jack handle and with the
Jacking position for lifting platform
jack correctly aligned rotate
handle until wheel is clear of the
ground.
5. Unscrew the wheel bolts.
6. Change the wheel.
7. Screw on the wheel bolts.
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring
that it locates securely and tighten Front arm position of the lifting
each bolt in a crosswise platform at the underbody.
sequence. Tightening torque is
140 Nm. Spare wheel
10. Align the valve hole in the wheel Rear arm position of the lifting
Some vehicles are equipped with a
cover of the steel wheel with the platform, located centrally under the
tyre repair kit instead of a spare
tyre valve before installing. recess of the sill.
wheel.
Install wheel bolt caps or centre If mounting a spare wheel, which is
cap on alloy wheel. different from the other wheels, this
11. Stow and secure the replaced wheel might be classified as a
wheel, the vehicle tools 3 149 and temporary spare wheel and the
the adapter for the locking wheel corresponding speed limits apply,
bolts 3 49. even though no label indicates this.
12. Check the tyre pressure of the Seek the assistance of a workshop to
installed tyre and the wheel bolt check the applicable speed limit.
torque as soon as possible. The spare wheel has a steel rim.
162 Vehicle care
in the spare wheel well after changing 1. Remove load compartment cover
Caution wheels, the floor cover can be placed and lift up load compartment floor.
on the projecting wheel. Position the tool box and the
The use of a spare wheel that is damaged wheel to stand upright
smaller than the other wheels or in Temporary spare wheel into the tool box spare.
combination with winter tyres
could affect driveability. Have the 2. Pull up the release knob on top of
Caution the rear seat and move backrest
defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible. forwards.
The use of the temporary spare
wheel could affect driveability.
Have the defective tyre renewed
or repaired as soon as possible.

Only mount one temporary spare


wheel. Do not drive faster than
50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not
use for a long period of time.
If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the
rear while towing another vehicle,
mount the temporary spare wheel in
the front and the full size tyre in the
rear. 3. Place the loop end of the strap
The spare wheel is located in the load from the tool box through the
Tyre chains 3 156. backrest latch.
compartment beneath the floor
covering. It is secured in the recess Storing a damaged wheel in the 4. Place the hook end of the strap
with a wing bolt. load compartment using a strap through the loop and pull it until
The spare wheel well is not designed the strap is fastened securely to
for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel Use the strap placed in the tool box. the backrest latch.
wider than the spare must be stowed Vehicle tools 3 149.
Vehicle care 163

Store jack and tools always in the Jump starting


respective storage compartments
and secure them by fixing. Do not start with a quick charger.
Damaged wheel placed in the load A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
compartment must always be battery can be started using jump
secured by the strap. leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.

9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
5. Pull back the backrests. from the following instructions can
6. Mount the hook to the tailgate lead to injuries or damage caused
latch. by battery explosion or damage to
7. Tighten the strap and secure it the electrical systems of both
using the buckle. vehicles.

9 Warning 9 Warning
Storing a jack, a wheel or other Avoid contact of the battery with
equipment in the load eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
compartment could cause injury if surfaces. The fluid contains
they are not fixed properly. During sulphuric acid which can cause
a sudden stop or a collision, loose injuries and damage in the event
equipment could strike someone. of direct contact.

● Never expose the battery to


naked flames or sparks.
164 Vehicle care
● A discharged vehicle battery can ● Apply the parking brake, 3. Connect the black lead to the
already freeze at a temperature transmission in neutral. negative terminal of the booster
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery ● Open the positive terminal battery.
before connecting jump leads. protection caps of both vehicle 4. Connect the other end of the black
● Wear eye protection and batteries. lead to a vehicle grounding point,
protective clothing when such as the engine block or an
handling a battery. engine mounting bolt. Connect as
● Use a booster battery with the far away from the discharged
same voltage (12 Volts). Its vehicle battery as possible,
capacity (Ah) must not be much however at least 60 cm.
less than that of the discharged Route the leads so that they cannot
battery. catch on rotating parts in the engine
● Use jump leads with insulated compartment.
terminals and a cross section of To start the engine:
at least 16 mm2. 1. Start the engine of the vehicle
● Do not disconnect the discharged providing the jump.
vehicle battery from the vehicle. 2. After five minutes, start the other
● Switch off all unnecessary Lead connection order: engine. Start attempts should be
electrical consumers. 1. Connect the red lead to the made for no longer than
● Do not lean over the battery positive terminal of the booster 15 seconds at an interval of
during jump starting. battery. one minute.
● Do not allow the terminals of one 2. Connect the other end of the red 3. Allow both engines to idle for
lead to touch those of the other lead to the positive terminal of the approx. three minutes with the
lead. discharged battery. leads connected.
● The vehicles must not come into
contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
Vehicle care 165
4. Switch on electrical consumers
(e.g. headlights, heated rear
Towing
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
Towing the vehicle
The towing eye is stowed with the
5. Reverse above sequence exactly
vehicle tools 3 149.
when removing leads.

2. Screw in the towing eye as far as


it will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a
tow rod – to the towing eye.
General
1. Disengage cap by using the
The towing eye must only be used for
screwdriver and remove the cap.
towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
166 Vehicle care

Caution Appearance care If using a car wash, comply with the


car wash manufacturer's instructions.
The windscreen wiper and rear
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Exterior care window wiper must be switched off.
Excessive tractive force can Remove antenna and external
damage the vehicle. Locks
accessories such as roof racks etc.
The locks are lubricated at the factory If you wash your vehicle by hand,
When the engine is not running, using a high quality lock cylinder
considerably more force is needed to make sure that the insides of the
grease. Use a de-icing agent only wheel housings are also thoroughly
brake and steer. when absolutely necessary, as this rinsed out.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases has a degreasing effect and impairs
from the towing vehicle, switch on the lock function. After using a de-icing Clean edges and folds on opened
air recirculation and close the agent, have the locks regreased by a doors and the bonnet as well as the
windows. workshop. areas they cover.
The vehicle must be towed facing Clean bright metal mouldings with a
Washing cleaning solution approved for
forward, not faster than 88 km/h. In all
other cases and when the The paintwork of your vehicle is aluminium to avoid damages.
transmission is defective, the front exposed to environmental influences.
axle must be raised off the ground. Wash and wax your vehicle regularly. Caution
Seek the assistance of a workshop. When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that Always use a cleaning agent with
After towing, unscrew the towing eye. includes waxing. a pH value of four to nine.
Insert cap and engage in the front Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, Do not use cleaning agents on hot
bumper. pollen and the like should be cleaned surfaces.
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can Have the door hinges of all doors
cause paint damage. greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment
with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Vehicle care 167
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the Windows and windscreen wiper Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use blades cleaner.
separate leathers for painted and Rims are painted and can be treated
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
with the same agents as the body.
the windows will impair vision. leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover. Paintwork damage
Exterior lights When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the Rectify minor paintwork damage with
Headlight and other light covers are a touch-up pen before rust forms.
made of plastic. Do not use any heating element to prevent damage.
Have more extensive damage or rust
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use For mechanical removal of ice, use a areas repaired by a workshop.
an ice scraper, and do not clean them sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
dry. scraper firmly against the glass so Underbody
that no dirt can get under it and
Polishing and waxing scratch the glass. Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
Wax painted parts of the vehicle Clean smearing wiper blades with a critical areas have a durable
regularly (at the latest when water no soft cloth and window cleaner. protective wax coating.
longer beads). Otherwise, the
paintwork will dry out. Sunroof After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
Polishing is necessary only if the paint Never clean with solvents or abrasive necessary.
has become dull or if solid deposits agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.
have become attached to it. paint cleaner, acetone-containing Bitumen/rubber materials could
solutions etc.), acidic or highly damage the PVC coating. Have
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a underbody work carried out by a
protective film, making waxing alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do
not apply wax or polishing agents to workshop.
unnecessary.
the sunroof. Before and after winter, wash the
Unpainted plastic body parts must not underbody and have the protective
be treated with wax or polishing Wheels and tyres wax coating checked.
agents.
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
168 Vehicle care
Liquid gas system The instrument cluster and the Plastic and rubber parts
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a Plastic and rubber parts can be
9 Danger cleaned with the same cleaner as
weak soap solution.
used to clean the body. Use interior
Liquid gas is heavier than air and Clean fabric upholstery with a cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
can collect in sink points. vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol
Take care when performing work stains with an upholstery cleaner. in particular. Do not use high-
at the underbody in a pit. Clothing fabrics may not be pressure jet cleaners.
colourfast. This could cause visible
For painting work and when using a discolourations, especially on light-
drying booth at a temperature above coloured upholstery. Removable
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be stains and discolourations should be
removed. cleaned as soon as possible.
Do not make any modifications to the Clean seat belts with lukewarm water
liquid gas system. or interior cleaner.

Interior care Caution

Interior and upholstery Close Velcro fasteners as open


Velcro fasteners on clothing could
Only clean the vehicle interior, damage seat upholstery.
including the instrument panel fascia
The same applies to clothing with
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
interior cleaner.
belts or studded jeans.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
Service and maintenance 169

Service and General information Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-


Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
maintenance Service information Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
In order to ensure economical and Greece, Greenland, Hungary,
safe vehicle operation and to Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
General information ................... 169 maintain the value of your vehicle, it Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Service information .................. 169 is of vital importance that all Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta,
Recommended fluids, lubricants maintenance work is carried out at the Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,
and parts .................................... 170 proper intervals as specified. Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
Recommended fluids and The detailed, up-to-date service San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,
lubricants ................................ 170 schedule for your vehicle is available Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
at the workshop. Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Service display 3 64. Service display 3 64.

European service intervals International service intervals


Maintenance of your vehicle is Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 20,000 miles or after required every 10,000 miles or after
one year, whichever occurs first, one year, whichever occurs first,
unless otherwise indicated in the unless otherwise indicated in the
service display. service display.
A shorter service interval can be valid The international service intervals are
for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for valid for the countries which are not
taxis and police vehicles. listed in the European service
The European service intervals are intervals.
valid for the following countries: Service display 3 64.
170 Service and maintenance
Confirmations Recommended fluids, Dexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for
Confirmation of service is recorded in lubricants and parts petrol engines. If it is unavailable,
the Service and Warranty Booklet. engine oils of other listed qualities
The date and mileage is completed Recommended fluids and have to be used. Recommendations
with the stamp and signature of the
servicing workshop.
lubricants for petrol engines are also valid for
Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
Make sure that the Service and Only use products that meet the
Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
Warranty Booklet is completed recommended specifications.
Select the appropriate engine oil
correctly as continuous proof of based on its quality and on the
service is essential if any warranty or 9 Warning
minimum ambient temperature
goodwill claims are to be met, and is 3 174.
also a benefit when selling the Operating materials are
vehicle. hazardous and could be
Topping up engine oil
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on Engine oils of different manufacturers
Service interval with remaining and brands can be mixed as long as
engine oil life duration the containers.
they comply with the required engine
The service interval is based on oil quality and viscosity.
Engine oil
several parameters depending on Use of engine oil with only
usage. Engine oil is identified by its quality ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
The service display lets you know and its viscosity. Quality is more prohibited, since it can cause long-
when to change the engine oil. important than viscosity when term engine damage under certain
selecting which engine oil to use. The operating conditions.
Service display 3 64. oil quality ensures e.g. engine
Select the appropriate engine oil
cleanliness, wear protection and oil
based on its quality and on the
aging control, whereas viscosity
minimum ambient temperature
grade gives information on the oil's
3 174.
thickness over a temperature range.
Service and maintenance 171
Additional engine oil additives northern countries with very low
The use of additional engine oil temperatures the factory filled coolant
additives could cause damage and provides frost protection down to
invalidate the warranty. approx. -50 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
Engine oil viscosity grades The use of additional coolant
The SAE viscosity grade gives additives that intend to give additional
information of the thickness of the oil. corrosion protection or seal against
Multigrade oil is indicated by two minor leaks can cause function
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first problems. Liability for consequences
figure, followed by a W, indicates the resulting from the use of additional
low temperature viscosity and the coolant additives will be rejected.
second figure the high temperature
viscosity.
Brake and clutch fluid
Select the appropriate viscosity grade Over time, brake fluid absorbs
depending on the minimum ambient moisture which will reduce braking
temperature 3 174. effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified
All of the recommended viscosity
interval.
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant
(LLC) antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -36 °C. In
172 Technical data

Technical data Vehicle identification


Vehicle Identification
Vehicle identification .................. 172
Number
Vehicle Identification Number .. 172
Identification plate ................... 173
Engine identification ................ 173
Vehicle data ............................... 174
Recommended fluids and
lubricants ................................ 174
Engine data ............................. 177
Performance ............................ 178 The Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle weight ......................... 179 may be embossed on the instrument
Vehicle dimensions ................. 180 panel, visible through the windscreen.
Capacities ................................ 181
Tyre pressures ........................ 182
The Vehicle Identification Number is
located in the engine compartment.
Technical data 173

Identification plate Information on identification label: Engine identification


1 : manufacturer The technical data tables use the
2 : type approval number engine identifier code. Engine data
3 : vehicle identification number 3 177.
4 : permissible gross vehicle weight
rating in kg To identify the respective engine,
5 : permissible gross train weight refer to the EEC Certificate of
in kg Conformity provided with your vehicle
6 : maximum permissible front axle or other national registration
load in kg documents.
7 : maximum permissible rear axle The Certificate of Conformity shows
load in kg the engine identifier code, other
national publications may show the
The combined total of front and rear engineering code. Check piston
axle loads must not exceed the displacement and engine power to
The identification plate is located on
permissible gross vehicle weight. For identify the respective engine.
the left door frame.
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the
front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
174 Technical data

Vehicle data
Recommended fluids and lubricants
European service schedule
Required engine oil quality
All European countries with European service interval 3 169
Engine oil quality Petrol engines
(including LPG, E85)
dexos 1 –
dexos 2 ✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries with European service interval 3 169
Ambient temperature Petrol engines
down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
Technical data 175
International service schedule
Required engine oil quality
All countries with international service interval 3 169
Engine oil quality Petrol engines
(including LPG, E85)
dexos 1 (if available) ✔
dexos 2 ✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use the oil qualities listed below:
All countries with international service interval 3 169
Engine oil quality Petrol engines
(including LPG, E85)
GM-LL-A-025 ✔
GM-LL-B-025 –

All countries with international service interval 3 169


Engine oil quality Petrol engines
(including LPG, E85)
ACEA A3/B3 ✔
ACEA A3/B4 ✔
176 Technical data

All countries with international service interval 3 169


ACEA C3 ✔
API SM ✔
API SN resource conserving ✔

Engine oil viscosity grades


All countries with international service interval 3 169
Ambient temperature Petrol engines
down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
down to -20 °C SAE 10W-301) or SAE 10W-40

1) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended.
Technical data 177

Engine data
Engine identifier code B10XE B10XL LPG
Sales designation 1.0 1.0 LPG
Piston displacement [cm3] 999 999
Engine power [kW] 55 54
at rpm 6500 6500
Torque [Nm] 95 92
at rpm 4500 4500
Fuel type Petrol Liquid gas/Petrol
Octane rating RON2)
recommended 95 95
possible 91 91
possible 98 98
Additional fuel type – Liquid gas (LPG)

2) A country-specific label at the fuel filler flap can supersede the engine specific requirement.
178 Technical data

Performance
Engine B10XE B10XL LPG
Maximum speed [mph]
Manual transmission 105 105
Manual transmission automated 105 –
Automatic transmission – –
Technical data 179

Vehicle weight
Kerb weight
Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission
minimum / maximum B10XE 939 / 1034 939/1034 –
[kg]
B10XL LPG 1025/1091 – –

Optional accessories increase the kerb weight.


Loading information 3 54.
180 Technical data

Vehicle dimensions
Length [mm] 3675
Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1595
Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 1876
Height (without antenna) [mm] without roof rack 1485
Length of load compartment floor [mm] 486
Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1109
Load compartment width [mm] 968
Load compartment height with cover [mm] 499
Height of load compartment opening [mm] 608
Wheelbase [mm] 2385
Turning circle diameter [m]3) 9.6 - 10.4

3) Depending on body- and equipment variants.


Technical data 181

Capacities
Engine oil
Engine B10XE
B10XL LPG
including Filter [l] 4.0
between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0

Fuel tank
Engine B10XE B10XL LPG
Petrol, refilling quantity [l] 32 32
LPG, refilling quantity [l] – 25
182 Technical data

Tyre pressures
Comfort with up to 3 With full load
people ECO with up to 3 people
Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear
[kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar]
([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi])
B10XE, 165/65 R14, 220/2.2 (32) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (44)
B10XL LPG 185/55 R15,
195/45 R16
Temporary spare wheel 420/4.2 (60)
T105/70D14
Customer information 183

Customer Customer information


information Declaration of conformity
Transmission systems
Customer information ................ 183 This vehicle has systems that
Declaration of conformity ......... 183 transmit and/or receive radio waves
Collision damage repair ........... 185 subject to Directive 1999/5/EC.
Software acknowledgement .... 185 These systems are in compliance
Vehicle data recording and pri‐ with the essential requirements and
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Event data recorders ............... 187 1999/5/EC. Copies of the original
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184 Customer information
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versions with the names “Info- temperature).
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including, but not limited to, vehicle These data are exclusively technical
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188 Customer information
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Radio Frequency
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pressure monitoring and ignition
system security. It is also used in
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openers. RFID technology in
Vauxhall vehicles does not use or
record personal information or link
with any other Vauxhall system
containing personal information.
Customer information 189
190

Index A
Accessories and vehicle
Brakes ............................... 114, 136
Breakdown.................................. 165
modifications .......................... 131 Bulb replacement ....................... 138
Adjustable air vents ................... 100
Airbag and belt tensioners ........... 68
C
Airbag deactivation ................ 42, 68 Capacities .................................. 181
Airbag label................................... 37 Catalytic converter ..................... 110
Airbag system .............................. 37 Central locking system ................ 21
Air conditioning regular Centre console storage ............... 50
operation ................................ 101 Centre high-mounted brake light 143
Air conditioning system ................ 95 Changing tyre and wheel size . . . 155
Air intake .................................... 101 Charging system .......................... 69
Air vents...................................... 100 Child locks ................................... 23
Antilock brake system ................ 114 Child restraint installation
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....... 70 locations ................................... 45
Anti-theft alarm system ................ 25 Child restraints.............................. 43
Appearance care........................ 166 Child restraint systems ................ 43
Ashtrays ....................................... 61 Cigarette lighter ........................... 61
Autostop..................................... 106 City mode................................... 118
Climate control ............................. 15
B Climate control systems............... 94
Battery discharge protection ........ 93 Clock ............................................ 59
Battery voltage ............................. 81 Code............................................. 79
Belts.............................................. 35 Collision damage repair.............. 185
Bonnet ....................................... 133 Control indicators.......................... 65
Bonnet open................................. 72 Control of the vehicle ................. 103
Brake and clutch fluid................. 170 Controls........................................ 57
Brake and clutch system ............. 69 Coolant and antifreeze............... 170
Brake assist ............................... 115 Cornering lights............................ 89
Brake fluid .................................. 136 Cruise control ...................... 72, 119
191
Cupholders .................................. 49 Engine oil ................... 134, 170, 174 G
Curtain airbag system .................. 41 Engine oil pressure ...................... 71 Gauges......................................... 61
Event data recorders.................. 187 Gear shifting................................. 70
D Exit lighting .................................. 93 Glovebox ..................................... 49
Danger, Warnings and Cautions . . . 4 Exterior care .............................. 166
Daytime running lights ................. 89 Exterior light ................................. 72 H
Declaration of conformity............ 183 Exterior lighting ...................... 12, 88 Halogen headlights .................... 139
Door open .................................... 73 Exterior mirrors............................. 26 Hand brake......................... 114, 115
Doors............................................ 24 Hazard warning flashers .............. 89
Driver assistance systems.......... 119 F Headlight flash ............................. 88
Driver Information Centre............. 73 Fault ........................................... 113 Headlight range adjustment ........ 89
Driving hints................................ 103 First aid......................................... 54 Headlights..................................... 88
First aid kit ................................... 54 Headlights when driving abroad . . 89
E Fixed air vents ........................... 101 Head restraint adjustment ............. 8
Electric adjustment ...................... 26 Fog light ....................................... 72 Head restraints ............................ 31
Electrical system......................... 144 Fog lights ................................... 140 Heated mirrors ............................. 26
Electronic climate control system 97 Folding mirrors ............................. 26 Heated rear window ..................... 29
Electronic driving programmes . . 113 Front airbag system ..................... 40 Heated steering wheel ................. 57
Electronic Stability Control.......... 117 Front fog lights ............................. 90 Heating ........................................ 34
Electronic Stability Control and Front seats.................................... 32 Heating and ventilation system . . . 94
Traction Control system............ 70 Front turn signal lights ............... 141 High beam ............................. 72, 88
Electronic Stability Control off....... 70 Fuel............................................. 124 Hill start assist ........................... 115
End-of-life vehicle recovery ....... 132 Fuel consumption - CO2- Horn ....................................... 13, 58
Engine compartment fuse box ... 146 Emissions ............................... 130
Engine coolant ........................... 135 Fuel for liquid gas operation....... 125 I
Engine coolant temperature ........ 71 Fuel for petrol engines ............... 124 Identification plate ..................... 173
Engine coolant temperature Fuel gauge ................................... 62 Ignition switch positions ............. 104
gauge ....................................... 64 Fuel selector ................................ 63 Immobiliser ............................ 25, 72
Engine data ............................... 177 Fuses ......................................... 144 Indicators...................................... 61
Engine exhaust .......................... 110 Info display................................... 78
Engine identification................... 173 Information displays...................... 73
192
Instrument cluster ........................ 61 M Performing work ........................ 133
Instrument panel fuse box ......... 147 Malfunction indicator light ............ 69 Pollen filter ................................. 101
Instrument panel illumination ..... 144 Manual anti-dazzle ...................... 27 Power outlets ............................... 61
Instrument panel illumination Manual mode ............................. 113 Power steering.............................. 70
control ...................................... 91 Manual transmission .................. 110 Power windows ............................ 28
Instrument panel overview ........... 10 Manual transmission automated 111 Puncture..................................... 159
Interior care ............................... 168 Manual windows .......................... 27
Interior lighting.............................. 91 Memorised settings...................... 21
R
Interior lights ........................ 92, 144 Mirror adjustment ........................... 8 Radio Frequency Identification
Interior mirrors.............................. 27 Mirrors ......................................... 26 (RFID)..................................... 188
Introduction .................................... 3 Misted light covers ....................... 91 Radio remote control ................... 20
ISOFIX child restraint systems .... 48 Reading lights .............................. 92
N Rear floor storage cover .............. 53
J New vehicle running-in .............. 104 Rear fog light ......................... 72, 90
Jump starting ............................. 163 Number plate light ..................... 143 Rear window wiper/washer .......... 59
Recommended fluids and
K O lubricants ........................ 170, 174
Key, memorised settings.............. 21 Object detection systems........... 122 Reduced engine power................ 72
Keys ............................................. 19 Odometer ..................................... 62 Refuelling ................................... 127
Keys, locks................................... 19 Oil, engine.......................... 170, 174 Retained power off..................... 105
OnStar.......................................... 84 Reversing lights ........................... 91
L Operate pedal............................... 69
Lane departure warning....... 70, 123 Ride control systems.................. 116
Outside temperature .................... 59 Roof.............................................. 29
Light switch .................................. 88 Overrun cut-off ........................... 106
Load compartment ................ 24, 50 Roof load...................................... 54
Load compartment cover ............. 52 P S
Loading information ..................... 54 Parking ................................ 18, 109 Safety belts................................... 35
Low fuel ....................................... 72 Parking assist ............................ 122 Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 33
Parking brake ............................ 115 Seat belt ........................................ 8
Parking lights ............................... 91 Seat belt reminder ....................... 68
Performance .............................. 178 Seat belts ..................................... 35
193
Seat heating................................. 34 Three-point seat belt .................... 36 Vehicle data recording and
Seat position ................................ 32 Tools .......................................... 149 privacy..................................... 187
Selector lever ............................. 112 Top-tether fastening eyes ............ 48 Vehicle dimensions .................... 180
Service ....................................... 102 Towing........................................ 165 Vehicle Identification Number .... 172
Service display ............................ 64 Towing the vehicle ..................... 165 Vehicle jack................................ 149
Service information .................... 169 Traction Control system ............. 116 Vehicle messages ....................... 79
Service vehicle soon .................... 69 Traction Control system off........... 71 Vehicle personalisation ............... 82
Side airbag system ...................... 41 Transmission ............................... 15 Vehicle specific data ...................... 3
Sidelights...................................... 88 Transmission display ................. 111 Vehicle storage........................... 132
Side turn signal lights ................ 142 Tread depth ............................... 155 Vehicle tools............................... 149
Software acknowledgement....... 185 Trip odometer .............................. 62 Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Spare wheel ............................... 161 Turn and lane-change signals ..... 90 Vehicle weight ........................... 179
Speed limiter......................... 72, 121 Turn signal ................................... 67 Ventilation..................................... 94
Speedometer ............................... 61 Tyre chains ................................ 156
Starting and operating................ 104 Tyre designations ...................... 150 W
Starting off ................................... 16 Tyre pressure ............................ 150 Warning chimes ........................... 81
Starting the engine ............ 105, 111 Tyre pressure monitoring Warning lights............................... 61
Steering...................................... 104 system............................... 71, 151 Warning triangle .......................... 53
Steering wheel adjustment ...... 9, 57 Tyre pressures ........................... 182 Washer and wiper systems ......... 13
Steering wheel controls ............... 57 Tyre repair kit ............................. 156 Washer fluid ............................... 135
Stop-start system........................ 106 Wheel changing ......................... 159
Storage......................................... 49 U Wheel covers ............................. 155
Storage compartments................. 49 Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 70, 122 Wheels and tyres ....................... 150
Sunroof ........................................ 29 Upholstery.................................. 168 Windows....................................... 27
Sun visors .................................... 29 Using this manual .......................... 3 Windscreen................................... 27
Symbols ......................................... 4 Windscreen wiper/washer ........... 58
V Winter tyres ............................... 150
T Valet mode................................... 78 Wiper blade replacement .......... 138
Tachometer ................................. 62 Vehicle battery ........................... 136
Tail lights ................................... 141 Vehicle checks............................ 133
Vehicle data................................ 174
194
Copyright by General Motors UK Ltd.
The information contained in this publication is effective as of the date indicated below. General Motors UK Ltd. reserves the right
to make changes to the technical specifications, features and design of the vehicles relative to the information contained in this
publication, as well as changes to the publication itself.
Edition: January 2016, General Motors UK Ltd.
Printed on chlorine-free bleached paper.

KTA-2779/3-VX-en 01/2016
*KTA-2779/3-VX-EN*

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