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Cascada Owners Manual July 2013
Cascada Owners Manual July 2013
VAUXHALL Cascada
Owner’s Manual
Model Year 2014
Edition: July 2013
KTA-2747/1-VX-en
Contents Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 18
Seats, restraints ........................... 44
Storage ........................................ 68
Instruments and controls ............. 76
Lighting ...................................... 110
Climate control ........................... 123
Driving and operating ................. 133
Vehicle care ............................... 180
Service and maintenance .......... 223
Technical data ........................... 226
Customer information ................ 238
Index .......................................... 240
2 Introduction
Introduction
Introduction 3
Vehicle specific data When this Owner's Manual refers to a ■ The index will enable you to search
workshop visit, we recommend your for specific information.
Please enter your vehicle's data on Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
the previous page to keep it easily ■ This Owner's Manual depicts left-
accessible. This information is All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers hand drive vehicles. Operation is
available in the sections "Service and provide first-class service at similar for right-hand drive vehicles.
maintenance" and "Technical data" reasonable prices. Experienced ■ The Owner's Manual uses the
as well as on the identification plate. mechanics trained by Vauxhall work factory engine designations. The
according to specific Vauxhall corresponding sales designations
instructions.
Introduction can be found in the section
The customer literature pack should "Technical data".
Your vehicle is a designed always be kept ready to hand in the ■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
combination of advanced technology, vehicle. front or back, always relate to the
safety, environmental friendliness
and economy. direction of travel.
Using this manual ■ The vehicle display screens may
This Owner's Manual provides you
with all the necessary information to ■ This manual describes all options not support your specific language.
enable you to drive your vehicle and features available for this ■ Display messages and interior
safely and efficiently. model. Certain descriptions, labelling are written in bold letters.
including those for display and
Make sure your passengers are menu functions, may not apply to
aware of the possible risk of accident your vehicle due to model variant, Danger, Warnings and
and injury which may result from country specifications, special Cautions
improper use of the vehicle. equipment or accessories.
You must always comply with the ■ The "In brief" section will give you 9 Danger
specific laws and regulations of the an initial overview.
country that you are in. These laws Text marked 9 Danger provides
may differ from the information in this ■ The table of contents at the
information on risk of fatal injury.
Owner's Manual. beginning of this manual and within
Disregarding this information may
each section shows where the
endanger life.
information is located.
4 Introduction
9 Warning
Text marked 9 Warning provides
information on risk of accident or
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.
Symbols
Page references are indicated with 3.
3 means "see page".
Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall.
We wish you many hours of
pleasurable driving.
Your Vauxhall Team
Introduction 5
6 In brief
9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
8 In brief
Operate switch 1: Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in
forward/backward = length engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be
adjustment Head restraints 3 44. twisted and must fit close against the
up/down = height body. The backrest must not be tilted
adjustment back too far (maximum approx. 25 °).
up/down at front = inclination To release belt, press red button on
adjustment belt buckle.
Operate switch 2: Seat position 3 46, Seat belts
forward/backward = backrest 3 53, Seat belt presenter 3 53,
adjustment Airbag system 3 56.
Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering
adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on Convex exterior mirrors 3 28, ensure it is fully locked.
the underside of the mirror housing. Electric adjustment 3 28, Folding Do not adjust the steering wheel
Interior mirror 3 29, Automatic anti- exterior mirrors 3 28, Heated unless the vehicle is stationary and
dazzle interior mirror 3 29. exterior mirrors 3 29. the steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 56, Ignition
positions 3 134.
10 In brief
1 Power windows ..................... 30 Hazard warning flashers .... 117 19 Soft top operation switch ..... 33
2 Exterior mirrors ..................... 28 Control indicator for airbag Central window switch ......... 30
3 Cruise control ..................... 151 deactivation .......................... 88 20 Selector lever, manual
Speed limiter ....................... 153 Control indicator for front transmission ....................... 144
passenger seat belt ............. 88 Automatic transmission ...... 141
Forward collision alert ......... 154
4 Side air vents ...................... 131 Tour mode .......................... 149 21 Parking brake, manual or
11 Info-Display .......................... 98 electric operation ................ 145
5 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash, 12 Anti-theft alarm system 22 Ignition switch with
low beam and high beam, status LED ........................... 25 steering wheel lock ............ 134
high beam assist ................. 117 13 Centre air vents .................. 131 23 Horn ..................................... 77
Exit lighting ......................... 121 14 Glovebox, lockable ............... 68 Driver airbag ........................ 60
Parking lights ...................... 118 Fuse box ............................. 199 24 Bonnet release lever .......... 182
15 Traction Control system ..... 147 25 Storage compartment .......... 69
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ................ 94 Electronic Stability Control . 148 Fuse box ............................ 199
6 Instruments .......................... 83 26 Steering wheel adjustment . . 76
Parking assist systems ....... 156
7 Steering wheel controls ....... 76 27 Light switch ........................ 110
8 Driver Information Centre ...... 94 Lane departure warning ..... 170
Headlight range
9 Windscreen wiper, Eco button for stop-start adjustment ......................... 113
windscreen washer system ................................. 136
system, headlight washer Front fog lights ................... 118
16 Climate control system ........ 123
system ................................... 78 Rear fog light ...................... 118
17 AUX input, USB input .......... 10
10 Sport mode ........................ 149
18 Power outlet .......................... 82 Instrument illumination ....... 119
Central locking system .......... 20
12 In brief
Pull lever.
2 = fast Windscreen and headlight washer
1 = slow system 3 78, Washer fluid 3 184. The heating is operated by pressing
P = timed interval wiping or the Ü button.
automatic wiping with rain
Heated rear window 3 32.
sensor
§ = off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 78, Wiper
blade replacement 3 187.
In brief 15
Keys, doors and Keys, locks Key with foldaway key section
windows Keys
Replacement keys
Keys, locks ................................... 18 The key number is specified in the
Doors ........................................... 23 Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
Vehicle security ............................ 25 The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
Exterior mirrors ............................ 28 is a component of the immobiliser
Interior mirrors ............................. 29 system.
Windows ...................................... 30 Locks 3 220.
Roof ............................................. 33
Lock cylinders Press button to extend. To fold the
Designed to free-wheel if they are key, first press the button.
forcefully rotated without the correct
key or if the correct key is not fully
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with
Car Pass
the correct key until its slot is vertical, The Car Pass contains security
remove key and then re-insert it. If the related vehicle data and should
cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key therefore be kept in a safe place.
through 180° and repeat operation. When the vehicle is taken to a
workshop, this vehicle data is needed
in order to perform certain operations.
Keys, doors and windows 19
Radio remote control Handle with care, protect from Radio remote control battery
moisture and high temperatures and replacement
avoid unnecessary operation. Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded
■ Battery voltage too low
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in Batteries do not belong in household
range, which will require re- waste. They must be disposed of at
synchronisation an appropriate recycling collection
Used to operate: point.
■ Overload of the central locking
■ Central locking system system by operating at frequent
■ Anti-theft locking system intervals, the power supply is
■ Anti-theft alarm system interrupted for a short time
■ Soft top ■ Interference from higher-power
radio waves from other sources
■ Power windows
Unlocking 3 20.
The radio remote control has a range
of approx. 20 metres. It can be
restricted by external influences. The
Basic settings
hazard warning flashers confirm Some settings can be changed in the
operation. menu Settings in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 102.
20 Keys, doors and windows
Key with foldaway key section Memorised settings Central locking system
Whenever the key is removed from Unlocks and locks doors, load
the ignition switch, the following compartment and fuel filler flap.
settings are automatically memorised A pull on an interior door handle
by the key: unlocks the respective door. Pulling
■ Lighting the handle once more opens the door.
■ Infotainment system Note
■ Central locking system In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
■ Sport mode settings
deployed, the vehicle is
■ Comfort settings automatically unlocked.
The saved settings are automatically Note
used the next time the memorised key A short time after unlocking with the
Extend the key and open the unit. is inserted into the ignition switch and remote control the doors are locked
Replace the battery (battery type turned to position 1 3 134. automatically if no door has been
CR 2032), paying attention to the A precondition is that Personalization opened.
installation position. Close the unit by driver is activated in the personal
and synchronise. settings of the Graphic-Info-Display.
This must be set for each key used.
Radio remote control On vehicles equipped with
synchronisation Colour-Info-Display, the
After replacing the battery, unlock the personalisation is permanently
door with the key in the driver's door activated.
lock. The radio remote control is
Vehicle personalisation 3 102.
synchronised when the ignition is
switched on.
Keys, doors and windows 21
Unlocking or
■ to unlock only the driver's door, load
compartment and fuel filler flap,
press button c once briefly. To
unlock the entire vehicle, press
button c twice briefly.
The setting can be changed in the
menu Settings in the Info-Display
3 102.
The setting can be saved for the key
being used. Memorised settings
3 20.
Press button e briefly.
Unlocking and opening the boot lid
Press button c. 3 23. If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the central locking system
Two settings are selectable in the will not work.
vehicle personalisation 3 102: Locking
Close doors, load compartment and Hold button e pressed again to close
■ Press button c once briefly to fuel filler flap. the soft top and the windows 3 30.
unlock both doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap. Central locking buttons
Hold button c pressed again to Locks or unlocks both doors, the load
open the windows and the soft top compartment and fuel filler flap from
3 30, the passenger compartment.
22 Keys, doors and windows
Locking
Press the e button to lock. Push inside locking knob of
Press the c button to unlock. passenger's door. Then close the
driver's door and lock it from the
outside with the key. The fuel filler flap
Manually unlock the driver's door by and tailgate cannot be locked.
turning the key in the lock. Switch on Manual closing of the soft top
the ignition and press the central
3 33.
locking button c to unlock
passenger's door, load compartment
and fuel filler flap. By switching on the Automatic locking
ignition, the anti-theft locking system This security feature can be
is deactivated. configured to automatically lock the
Locking doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap as soon as a certain speed
Manually lock the driver's door by
is exceeded.
turning the key in the lock.
Keys, doors and windows 23
Additionally it is configurable to
unlock the driver's door or both doors
Doors
after the ignition is switched off and
the ignition key is removed (manual
Load compartment
transmission) or the selector lever is
moved to P position (automatic
Boot lid
transmission). Opening
Settings can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 102.
The settings can be saved for the key
being used 3 20.
Pressing button x opens the boot
lid while the vehicle remains locked.
Central locking system 3 20.
Load compartment 3 71.
9 Danger
Do not drive with the boot lid open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which can not be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
Use the interior handle. This can cause unconsciousness
Do not touch the brand emblem whilst and even death.
closing as this could unlock the boot
lid again.
Caution
Central locking system 3 20.
Before opening the boot lid check
Blockage of boot lid overhead obstructions, such as a
The boot lid can only be opened when garage door, to avoid damage to
the soft top is completely opened or the boot lid. Always check the
closed. The soft top lid must be moving area above and behind the
closed. boot lid.
Manual closing of the soft top 3 33.
Keys, doors and windows 25
Activation without monitoring of 1. Close boot lid, bonnet, windows Status LED
passenger compartment and and soft top.
vehicle inclination 2. Press button o. LED in the
button o illuminates for a
maximum of 10 minutes.
3. Close doors.
4. Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
To prevent false alarms passenger
compartment monitoring is
deactivated if the soft top is open. The
LED in the button o does not
illuminate.
If only the windows are open, Status LED is integrated in the sensor
passenger compartment monitoring on top of the instrument panel.
Switch off the monitoring of operates restricted and the LED in the Status during the first 30 seconds of
passenger compartment and vehicle button o illuminates. anti-theft alarm system activation:
inclination when animals are being Status message is displayed in the LED illu‐ = test, arming delay.
left in the vehicle, because of high Driver Information Centre. minates
volume ultrasonic signals or LED = doors, boot lid, soft top
movements triggering the alarm. Also flashes or bonnet not
switch off when the vehicle is on a quickly completely closed, or
ferry or train. system fault.
Status after system is armed:
LED flashes = system is armed.
slowly
Keys, doors and windows 27
Seek the assistance of a workshop in unlocked with the radio remote If the control indicator continues
the event of faults. control. Additionally a warning flashing, attempt to start the engine
message is displayed in the Driver using the spare key and seek the
Deactivation Information Centre after switching on assistance of a workshop.
Unlocking the vehicle by pressing c the ignition. Note
deactivates the anti-theft alarm Vehicle messages 3 100. The immobiliser does not lock the
system. Long press will activate soft doors. You should always lock the
top opening. If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance vehicle after leaving it and switch on
work), the alarm siren must be the anti-theft alarm system 3 20,
Alarm 3 25.
deactivated as follows: switch the
When triggered, the alarm sounds via
ignition on then off, then disconnect Control indicator d 3 93.
a separate battery-backed power
the vehicle's battery within
sounder, and the hazard warning
15 seconds.
lights flash simultaneously. The
number and duration of alarm signals
are stipulated by legislation. Immobiliser
The alarm can be silenced by The system is part of the ignition
pressing any button on the radio switch and checks whether the
remote control or by switching on the vehicle is allowed to be started with
ignition. the key being used.
The anti-theft alarm system can be The immobiliser is activated
deactivated only by pressing button automatically after the key has been
c or by switching on the ignition. removed from the ignition switch.
A triggered alarm, which has not been If the control indicator d flashes when
interrupted by the driver, will be the ignition is on, there is a fault in the
indicated by the hazard warning system; the engine cannot be started.
lights. They will flash quickly three Switch off the ignition and repeat the
times the next time the vehicle is start attempt.
28 Keys, doors and windows
Electric adjustment
10 seconds; pressing button once Activate the window electronics for Heated rear window
more continues closing. each window, beginning with the rear
■ If the soft top is already closed but windows, as following:
windows are opened: pressing 1. Soft top must be closed.
button e for two seconds will close 2. Close doors.
the windows.
3. Switch on ignition.
Confirmation 4. Pull switch to the second detent
Complete opening or closing of the until the window starts to close,
soft top is confirmed by the hazard and hold pulled for an additional
warning flashers. 4 seconds.
5. Push switch to the second detent
Overload until the window starts to open
If the windows are repeatedly automatically.
operated within short intervals, the Operated by pressing the Ü button.
6. Repeat for each window.
window operation is disabled for
some time. The LED in the button indicates
activation.
Initialising the power windows Heating works with the engine
If the windows cannot be closed running and is switched off
automatically (e.g. after automatically after a short time.
disconnecting the vehicle battery), a Heated rear window is deactivated
warning message is displayed in the when the soft top is opened.
Driver Information Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 100. Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or
swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
Keys, doors and windows 33
Close soft top Operation with remote control Close soft top
Hold switch pushed until the soft top Hold button e pressed until the soft
and the soft top lid are completely top, the soft top lid and the windows
closed. When the windows start to Hold button c pressed until the soft are completely closed. All windows
move up release switch, the windows top is opened completely and the soft will be opened at first during this
will close automatically. top lid is closed. All windows will be operation.
All windows will be opened at first opened during this operation.
Confirmation of operation
during this operation.
Complete opening or closing of the
Confirmation of operation soft top with the remote control is
Complete opening or closing of the confirmed by the hazard warning
soft top with the switch in the centre flashers.
console is confirmed by the sound of
an acoustic signal.
Keys, doors and windows 35
Safety stop
The button on the remote control or
the switch in the centre console must
be actuated until the soft top is in its
respective end position. Releasing
the button or the switch during
operation stops soft top movement
immediately. The soft top remains in
intermediate position only for a
certain time. After this time a warning
chime sounds, the hydraulic pressure
in the system decreases and the soft
top can start to move by itself. If any of these requirements are not
■ Load compartment partition is
Actuating button or switch once more fulfilled, a warning chime sounds
folded out, pass-through flap is
continues operation. and a message appears in the
closed 3 71.
Driver Information Centre when the
Requirements for operation ■ Soft top lid is engaged in closed switch is actuated and the soft top
■ Vehicle is stationary or driving with position. will not open or close.
a speed up to 31 mph. ■ Boot lid is completely closed. ■ There must be no objects in front of
■ Outside temperature is not lower the rear window or in the pivot area
than -7 °C for opening and -10 °C of the soft top and the soft top lid.
for closing. If the automatic drive is not
■ Vehicle battery voltage is sufficient. operational when the soft top is open,
■ The system is not overloaded by execute a manual closing process,
repeated operation (max. 5 see the following instructions in
complete cycles in succession). "Manual closing in the event of a
system fault".
36 Keys, doors and windows
General hints Manual closing in the event of a Manual operation of the soft top is
Note system fault permitted only for closing.
■ Always actuate the operation In case of malfunction of the electro- Read the following description
switch until the acoustic signal hydraulic actuation, the opened soft completely before starting to
sounds or the hazard warning top can be closed manually. operate.
flashers illuminate, to ensure that Do not perform the manual closing
the soft top is completely opened with the vehicle parked on
or closed. downhill gradient or inclines.
■ The soft top can be held in an Remove the large wind deflector
intermediate position to facilitate before starting to operate.
cleaning of hood spaces and
gaskets. Release the switch in the After closing, have the soft top
centre console during operation to repaired by a workshop.
stop soft top movement in
intermediate position for a Prepare the following tools which are
maximum of 7 minutes when required for manual operation:
ignition is on. After this time a
warning chime sounds, the
hydraulic pressure in the system A warning chime sounds and a
decreases and the soft top can message appears in the Driver
start to move by itself. Information Centre.
■ Do not open the soft top if it is wet,
frozen or dirty.
Caution
■ Activating the soft top on uneven We strongly advise performing
ground can lead to malfunctions manual closing of the soft top with
and damage. two persons.
■ Vehicle care 3 220.
Keys, doors and windows 37
■ Allen key with 4 mm hexagon on the 3. On the inside of the upper load 5. Lift up soft top lid from both sides
long side and 6 mm hexagon on the compartment edge is a lever for simultaneously up to approx. the
short side, located in the glovebox, releasing the soft top lid. Locate half raised position.
■ two strings, located in the glovebox, the lever and unlatch by swivelling
the lever downwards.
■ screwdriver, located in the tool box
in the load compartment 3 201. Note
The boot lid cannot be opened from
1. Switch off ignition.
next step on.
2. Open the boot lid and remove the
Remove the screwdriver from the
screwdriver from the tool box.
toolbox for further operation. It is
possible that the load compartment
cannot be opened until the vehicle is
at a workshop. Therefore remove
any required objects from the load
compartment.
4. Close boot lid.
38 Keys, doors and windows
6. Insert the 4 mm Allen key into the 10. Haul in the attached strings
marked position of the flap-drive around the marked position at the
unit. Turn the Allen key clockwise hinge on both sides and pull the
all the way to the stop, so that the end of the string through the loop,
sideways flaps are swivelled in. as shown in the illustration.
7. Open the soft top lid to its end
position.
12. Pull out the soft top by lifting up the 16. Lift up the tension bow (2) of the
front bow (1) and simultaneously soft top on both sides. Raise up
the tension bow (2) on both sides. soft top lid by pushing slowly
approx. to the half raised position
and then let it slide into the closed
position.
15. Insert the 6 mm Allen key into the 17. Lower the tension bow (2) of the
closure and lock the latch by soft top.
turning the Allen key clockwise to Note
its end position. In this position, the vehicle can be
driven to a workshop for soft top
overhaul. The soft top is not
completely waterproof and not
latched at the rear.
To latch the soft top completely,
execute the following step.
40 Keys, doors and windows
■ Insert the adapter of the deflector ■ Extract the four locking pins of the ■ With the hinges behind the front
with the elevation into the opposite deflector: the upper ones leap out seats insert the right side locking
recess of the guidance. spring-loaded by turning the pins pins in the recesses of the right side
■ Slide deflector in the guidance to out of the brackets on both sides, trim near the rear seat. Fold the
the right vehicle side until it the lower ones leap out by lifting the deflector a little at the centre and
engages. detents at the sliders on both sides. insert the left side locking pins in the
■ Expand the wind deflector. recesses of the left side trim. Make
■ Raise rear backrest. sure that all pins are properly
Remove deflector in reverse order. engaged. Push down the deflector
at the centre.
Fitting of the big wind deflector
■ Take the deflector out of the bag.
42 Keys, doors and windows
Height adjustment
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.
Note
Approved accessories may only be
Front seats ■ Sit with shoulders as far back
against the backrest as possible.
attached if the seat is not in use. Set the backrest rake so that it is
Seat position possible to easily reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly
9 Warning bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
Only drive with the seat correctly turning the steering wheel. Do not
adjusted. angle the backrest too far back. We
recommend a maximum rake of
approx. 25°.
■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 76.
■ Set seat height high enough to
have a clear field of vision on all
sides and of all display instruments.
There should be at least one hand
of clearance between head and the
roof frame. Your thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it.
■ Adjust the head restraint 3 44.
■ Sit with buttocks as far back against ■ Adjust the thigh support so that
the backrest as possible. Adjust the there is a space approx. two fingers
distance between the seat and the wide between the edge of the seat
pedals so that legs are slightly and the hollow of the knee.
angled when pressing the pedals. ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it
Slide the front passenger seat as supports the natural shape of the
far back as possible. spine.
Seats, restraints 47
9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
Drive only with engaged seats and Pull handle, slide seat, release Turn lever to the rear, adjust
backrests. handle. inclination and release lever. Allow
the backrest to engage audibly.
48 Seats, restraints
Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four-
up = seat higher up = front end higher way switch to suit personal
down = seat lower down = front end lower requirements.
Moving support up and down: push
switch up or down.
Increasing and decreasing support:
push switch forwards or backwards.
Seats, restraints 49
Seat folding
9 Warning
Passengers on rear seats should
take care not to be trapped by the Lift release lever and fold backrest
adjustment mechanism when the forwards, then slide seat forwards to Lift release lever and fold backrest
seat moves back to its original the stop. forwards. The seat slides
position. automatically forwards to the stop.
50 Seats, restraints
Move switch upwards/downwards. Move front of switch upwards/ Turn switch forwards/backwards.
downwards.
52 Seats, restraints
Adjust lumbar support using the four- Pull the lever and slide the thigh The armrest can be slid forwards by
way switch to suit personal support. 10 cm. Under the armrest there is a
requirements. storage compartment.
Moving support up and down: push Armrest storage 3 70.
switch up or down.
Increasing and decreasing support:
push switch forwards or backwards.
Note
If the seat setting is electrically
overloaded, the power supply is
automatically cut-off for a short time.
Seats, restraints 53
9 Warning
If handled improperly the airbag
To release belt, press red button on systems can be triggered in an
belt buckle. explosive manner.
9 Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as Note
low as possible across the pelvis The airbag systems and belt
to prevent pressure on the pretensioner control electronics are
abdomen. located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not affix any objects onto the
airbag covers and do not cover them
with other materials.
Seats, restraints 57
Each airbag is triggered only once. Child restraint systems on front geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder
Have deployed airbags replaced by passenger seat with airbag SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES
a workshop. Furthermore, it may be systems KINDES zur Folge haben kann.
necessary to have the steering FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of Warning according to ECE R94.02:
d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un
the panelling, the door seals, siège protégé par un COUSSIN
handles and the seats replaced. GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui,
Do not make any modifications to sous peine d'infliger des
the airbag system as this will BLESSURES GRAVES, voire
invalidate the vehicle type approval. MORTELLES à l'ENFANT.
When the airbags inflate escaping hot ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de
gases may cause burns. retención infantil orientado hacia
atrás en un asiento protegido por un
Fault AIRBAG FRONTAL ACTIVO. Peligro
If there is a fault in the airbag system de MUERTE o LESIONES GRAVES
the control indicator v illuminates and para el NIÑO.
a message or a warning code RU: ЗАПРЕЩАЕТСЯ
appears in the Driver Information EN: NEVER use a rearward-facing устанавливать детское
Centre. The system is not child restraint on a seat protected by удерживающее устройство лицом
operational. an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, назад на сиденье автомобиля,
Have the cause of the fault remedied DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the оборудованном фронтальной
by a workshop. CHILD can occur. подушкой безопасности, если
DE: Nach hinten gerichtete ПОДУШКА НЕ ОТКЛЮЧЕНА! Это
Control indicator v for airbag systems
Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz может привести к СМЕРТИ или
3 88.
verwenden, der durch einen davor СЕРЬЕЗНЫМ ТРАВМАМ
befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG РЕБЕНКА.
58 Seats, restraints
NL: Gebruik NOOIT een achterwaarts PT: NUNCA use um sistema de zalecenia może być przyczyną
gericht kinderzitje op een stoel met retenção para crianças voltado para ŚMIERCI lub POWAŻNYCH
een ACTIEVE AIRBAG ervoor, om trás num banco protegido com um OBRAŻEŃ u DZIECKA.
DODELIJK of ERNSTIG LETSEL van AIRBAG ACTIVO na frente do TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet
het KIND te voorkomen. mesmo, poderá ocorrer a PERDA DE sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir
DA: Brug ALDRIG en bagudvendt VIDA ou FERIMENTOS GRAVES na AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile
autostol på et forsæde med AKTIV CRIANÇA. korunmakta olan bir koltukta
AIRBAG, BARNET kan komme i IT: Non usare mai un sistema di kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR
LIVSFARE eller komme ALVORLIGT sicurezza per bambini rivolto veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE
TIL SKADE. all'indietro su un sedile protetto da YARALANABİLİR.
SV: Använd ALDRIG en bakåtvänd AIRBAG ATTIVO di fronte ad esso: UK: НІКОЛИ не використовуйте
barnstol på ett säte som skyddas med pericolo di MORTE o LESIONI систему безпеки для дітей, що
en framförvarande AKTIV AIRBAG. GRAVI per il BAMBINO! встановлюється обличчям назад,
DÖDSFALL eller ALLVARLIGA EL: ΠΟΤΕ μη χρησιμοποιείτε παιδικό на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ
SKADOR kan drabba BARNET. κάθισμα ασφαλείας με φορά προς τα ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це
FI: ÄLÄ KOSKAAN sijoita taaksepäin πίσω σε κάθισμα που προστατεύεται може призвести до СМЕРТІ чи
suunnattua lasten turvaistuinta από μετωπικό ΕΝΕΡΓΟ ΑΕΡΟΣΑΚΟ, СЕРЙОЗНОГО ТРАВМУВАННЯ
istuimelle, jonka edessä on διότι το παιδί μπορεί να υποστεί ДИТИНИ.
AKTIIVINEN TURVATYYNY, LAPSI ΘΑΝΑΣΙΜΟ ή ΣΟΒΑΡΟ HU: SOHA ne használjon hátrafelé
VOI KUOLLA tai VAMMAUTUA ΤΡΑΥΜΑΤΙΣΜΟ. néző biztonsági gyerekülést előlről
VAKAVASTI. PL: NIE WOLNO montować fotelika AKTÍV LÉGZSÁKKAL védett ülésen,
NO: Bakovervendt dziecięcego zwróconego tyłem do mert a GYERMEK HALÁLÁT vagy
barnesikringsutstyr må ALDRI brukes kierunku jazdy na fotelu, przed KOMOLY SÉRÜLÉSÉT okozhatja.
på et sete med AKTIV którym znajduje się WŁĄCZONA HR: NIKADA nemojte koristiti sustav
KOLLISJONSPUTE foran, da det kan PODUSZKA POWIETRZNA. zadržavanja za djecu okrenut prema
føre til at BARNET utsettes for Niezastosowanie się do tego natrag na sjedalu s AKTIVNIM
LIVSFARE og fare for ALVORLIGE
SKADER.
Seats, restraints 59
ZRAČNIM JASTUKOM ispred njega, се стигне до СМЪРТ или LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ
to bi moglo dovesti do SMRTI ili СЕРИОЗНО НАРАНЯВАНЕ на neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu
OZBILJNJIH OZLJEDA za DIJETE. ДЕТЕТО. bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek
SL: NIKOLI ne nameščajte otroškega RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ un scaun aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu
varnostnega sedeža, obrnjenega v pentru copil îndreptat spre partea din AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo
nasprotni smeri vožnje, na sedež z spate a maşinii pe un scaun protejat pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt
AKTIVNO ČELNO ZRAČNO de un AIRBAG ACTIV în faţa sa; SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ.
BLAZINO, saj pri tem obstaja acest lucru poate duce la DECESUL ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole
nevarnost RESNIH ali SMRTNIH sau VĂTĂMAREA GRAVĂ a suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille
POŠKODB za OTROKA. COPILULUI. ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA
SR: NIKADA ne koristiti bezbednosni CS: NIKDY nepoužívejte dětský kaitstud iste, sest see võib
sistem za decu u kome su deca zádržný systém instalovaný proti põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või
okrenuta unazad na sedištu sa směru jízdy na sedadle, které je TÕSISE VIGASTUSE.
AKTIVNIM VAZDUŠNIM chráněno před sedadlem AKTIVNÍM Beyond the warning required by
JASTUKOM ispred sedišta zato što AIRBAGEM. Mohlo by dojít k ECE R94.02, for safety reasons
DETE može da NASTRADA ili da se VÁŽNÉMU PORANĚNÍ nebo ÚMRTÍ never use a forward-facing child
TEŠKO POVREDI. DÍTĚTE. restraint system on the passenger
MK: НИКОГАШ не користете детско SK: NIKDY nepoužívajte detskú seat with an active front airbag.
седиште свртено наназад на sedačku otočenú vzad na sedadle
седиште заштитено со АКТИВНО chránenom AKTÍVNYM AIRBAGOM, 9 Danger
ВОЗДУШНО ПЕРНИЧЕ пред него, pretože môže dôjsť k SMRTI alebo
затоа што детето може ДА ЗАГИНЕ VÁŽNYM ZRANENIAM DIEŤAŤA. Do not use a child restraint system
или да биде ТЕШКО ПОВРЕДЕНО. on the passenger seat with active
LT: JOKIU BŪDU nemontuokite atgal
front airbag.
BG: НИКОГА не използвайте atgręžtos vaiko tvirtinimo sistemos
детска седалка, гледаща назад, sėdynėje, prieš kurią įrengta AKTYVI
Airbag deactivation 3 61.
върху седалка, която е защитена ORO PAGALVĖ, nes VAIKAS GALI
чрез АКТИВНА ВЪЗДУШНА ŽŪTI arba RIMTAI SUSIŽALOTI.
ВЪЗГЛАВНИЦА пред нея - може да
60 Seats, restraints
9 Danger
If both control indicators are
illuminated at the same time, there is
Child restraints
a system failure. The status of the
Risk of fatal injury for a child using system is not discernible, therefore
Child restraint systems
a child restraint system on a seat no person is allowed to occupy the We recommend the following child
with activated front passenger front passenger seat. Contact a restraint systems which are tailored
airbag. workshop immediately. specifically to the vehicle:
Risk of fatal injury for an adult Change status only when the vehicle ■ Group 0, Group 0+
person on a seat with deactivated is stopped with the ignition off. Vauxhall Baby Safe, with or without
front passenger airbag.
Status remains until the next change. ISOFIX base, for children up to
Control indicator for airbag 13 kg
deactivation 3 88. ■ Group I
Vauxhall Duo ISOFIX, for children
from 9 kg to 18 kg
■ Group II, Group III
Vauxhall Kid, for children from
15 kg up to 36 kg
When a child restraint system is being
used, pay attention to the following
usage and installation instructions
and also those supplied with the child
restraint system.
If the control indicator V illuminates
for approx. 60 seconds after the Always comply with local or national
ignition is switched on, the front regulations. In some countries, the
passenger airbag system will inflate use of child restraint systems is
in the event of a collision. forbidden on certain seats.
Seats, restraints 63
1 = Only if front passenger seat airbag system is deactivated. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-
point seat belt, move seat into the rear adjustment area and set seat height to uppermost position. Adjust seat backrest
inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side.
2 = Seat available with ISOFIX and Top-Tether mounting brackets 3 67.
3 = Remove rear head restraint when using child restraint systems in this weight group 3 44.
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.
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 in this weight class.
* = Move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system in one of the foremost adjustment positions.
** = Remove respective rear head restraint when using child restraint systems in this size class. 3 44.
66 Seats, restraints
ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
systems The vehicle has two fastening eyes marked in the table by IUF 3 64.
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX on the backside of the rear backrests.
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX Top-Tether fastening eyes are
mounting brackets. Specific vehicle marked with the symbol : for a child
ISOFIX child restraint system seat.
positions are marked in the table by
IL 3 64.
9 Warning
Storage compartments ................ 68
Load compartment ....................... 71 Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
Loading information ..................... 75
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could
be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Rear console
Load compartment
Load compartment extension
Folding load compartment partition
To enlarge the load compartment
when the soft top is closed, the load
compartment partition can be folded
in.
■ Close soft top 3 33.
■ Open the boot lid 3 23.
■ To fold out the load compartment A warning chime sounds and a
partition, pull the strap downwards message appears in the Driver
to the rear. The pass-through flap Information Centre if the load
must be closed in vertical position compartment partition is not folded
by the Velcro fasteners. out fully, including the pass-through
During soft top operation or when it is flap behind the rear seats, when
opened, the load compartment actuating the switch to open the soft
partition must be folded out. top.
Folding rear backrests
To enlarge load compartment further
or to gain access to the wind deflector
bag, both rear backrests can be
■ To fold in, push the load folded down.
compartment partition at the loop
area upwards to the inside.
72 Storage
■ Pull the release switch p on one or Pass-through flap behind rear seats
9 Warning both sides of the load
compartment, to fold down the
Take care when operating the backrests onto the seat cushion.
electric foldable rear seats. The
seat backrest is folded with ■ To fold up, raise the backrest and
considerable power. Risk of injury, guide it into an upright position until
particularly to children. it engages audibly.
Ensure that nothing is attached to
the rear seats or located on the
9 Warning
seat cushion.
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely locked in
■ Remove big wind deflector if
position before driving. Failure to
installed, 3 40.
do so may result in personal injury
■ Press the catches and push down or damage to the load or vehicle in For transporting long objects in the
the head restraints 3 44. the event of hard braking or a load compartment, a pass-through
collision. flap between load compartment and
vehicle interior can be opened:
■ Remove the installed big wind
deflector or the bag with the stowed
wind deflectors behind the rear
seats 3 40.
■ Close soft top 3 33.
■ Push the load compartment
partition at the loop area upwards
to the inside 3 71.
Storage 73
open the soft top. The pass-through Rear floor storage cover
flap must be closed in vertical
position. Rear floor cover
Rear storage
Hooks for carrier bags
The lashing eyes are designed to Warning triangle is stowed in the The first aid kit is stowed on the right
secure items against slippage, e.g. space on the inside of the boot lid side in the load compartment behind
using lashing straps or luggage net. behind the straps. a strap.
Storage 75
Controls ....................................... 76
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐
cators ........................................... 83
Information displays ..................... 94
Vehicle messages ...................... 100
Vehicle personalisation .............. 102
Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor
Windscreen wiper
Clock
Graphic shows Colour-Info-Display Date and time are shown in the
Info-Display.
Speedometer
The portable ashtray can be placed in
the cupholders.
The cigarette lighter is located in the
front console.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches
off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
Ashtrays
Caution
To be used only for ash and not for Indicates vehicle speed.
combustible rubbish.
84 Instruments and controls
Tachometer
The bottom line displays the recorded W displays the recorded distance
distance in miles. since the last reset.
Two trip odometer are selectable for Displays the engine speed.
different trips. Select between page Drive in a low engine speed range for
W1 and pageW2 by turning the each gear as much as possible for
adjuster wheel on turn signal lever. fuel saving reasons.
Both trip odometer can be reset
separately when ignition is on: select Caution
respective page, hold the reset knob
depressed for a few seconds or press If the needle is in the red warning
the SET/CLR button on the turn signal zone, the maximum permitted
lever. engine speed is exceeded. Engine
Trip odometer counts up to a distance at risk.
of 2000 miles and then restarts at 0.
Instruments and controls 85
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
Displays the fuel level in the tank. indicated can vary considerably.
Control indicator i illuminates if the Displays the coolant temperature.
level in the tank is low. Refuel left area = engine operating
immediately if it flashes. temperature not yet
Never run the tank dry. reached
Because of the fuel remaining in the central = normal operating
tank, the top-up quantity may be less area temperature
than the specified tank capacity. right area = temperature too high
86 Instruments and controls
The remaining oil life duration is The system must be reset every time ignition is switched on, most control
displayed in the Vehicle Information the engine oil is changed to allow indicators will illuminate briefly as a
Menu. proper functionality. Seek the functionality test.
The menu and function can be assistance of a workshop. The control indicator colours mean:
selected via the buttons on the turn Press the SET/CLR button to reset. red = danger, important
signal lever. Therefore the ignition must be reminder
To display the remaining engine oil switched on, with the engine not yellow = warning, information, fault
life duration: running. green = confirmation of activation
When the system has calculated that blue = confirmation of activation
engine oil life has been diminished, white = confirmation of activation
Change Engine Oil Soon 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 94.
Service information 3 223.
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
Press the MENU button to select the not present in all vehicles. The
Vehicle Information MenuX. description applies to all instrument
Turn the adjuster wheel to select versions. Depending on the
Remaining Oil Life. equipment, the position of the control
indicators may vary. When the
Instruments and controls 87
Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 188, Fuses When the ignition is switched on, the
console 3 196. control indicator illuminates for
Turn signals 3 117. approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not extinguish after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
Seat belt reminder driving, there is a fault in the airbag
system, in the belt tensioner or the
Seat belt reminder on front deployable anti-roll bars. The airbags,
seats belt pretensioners and anti-roll bars
X for driver's seat illuminates or may fail to trigger in the event of an
flashes red. accident.
k for front passenger seat illuminates Deployment of the belt tensioners,
or flashes red, when seat is occupied. airbags or deployable anti-roll bars is
indicated by continuous illumination
Illuminates of v.
After the ignition has been switched
Turn signal on until the seat belt has been 9 Warning
O illuminates or flashes green. fastened.
Have the cause of the fault
Flashes remedied immediately by a
Illuminates briefly
After having started the engine for a workshop.
The parking lights are switched on. maximum of 100 seconds until the
seat belt has been fastened. Airbag system, belt tensioners 3 56,
Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning 3 53. Rollover protection system
flashers are activated. Airbag, belt tensioners and 3 42.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal anti-roll bars
light or associated fuse, failure of turn v illuminates red.
Airbag deactivation
signal light on trailer. V illuminates yellow.
Instruments and controls 89
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds Illuminates when the engine is Flashes when the engine is
after the ignition is switched on. The running running
front passenger airbag is activated. Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle Fault that could lead to catalytic
* illuminates yellow. battery is not charging. Engine converter damage. Ease up on the
The front passenger airbag is cooling may be interrupted. The accelerator until the flashing stops.
deactivated 3 61. brake servo unit may cease to be Seek the assistance of a workshop
effective. Seek the assistance of a immediately.
9 Danger workshop.
Brake and clutch system
Risk of fatal injury for a child using Malfunction indicator light
a child restraint system together Brake and clutch fluid level
with activated front passenger Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
R illuminates red.
airbag. Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly The brake and clutch fluid level is too
Risk of fatal injury for an adult low 3 185.
person with deactivated front after the engine starts.
passenger airbag.
Illuminates when the engine is 9 Warning
running
Charging system Fault in the emission control system. Stop. Do not continue your
p illuminates red. The permitted emission limits may be journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the ignition is exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately. Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly switched on if the manual parking
after the engine starts. brake is applied 3 145.
Operate pedal
- illuminates or flashes yellow.
90 Instruments and controls
Information displays ■ Vehicle Information Menu X Press the MENU button to switch
between the menus or to return from
■ Trip/Fuel Information MenuW
a submenu to the next higher menu
Driver Information Centre ■ ECO Information Menu s level.
The Driver Information Centre (DIC) Some of the displayed functions differ
is located in the instrument cluster when the vehicle is being driven or at
between speedometer and a standstill. Some functions are only
tachometer. available when the vehicle is being
The following main menus can be driven.
indicated in the Display and selected Vehicle personalisation 3 102.
by pushing the MENU button on the Memorised settings 3 20.
turn signal lever. Menu symbols are
indicated in the top line of the display: Selecting menus and functions
The menus and functions can be
selected via the buttons on the turn
signal lever.
Turn the adjuster wheel to highlight a
menu option or to set a numeric value.
Instruments and controls 95
above recommends upshifting for switched off consumer disappears in 5 mile steps and shows the effect
fuel saving reasons. from the list and the consumption of topography or driving behaviour
Eco index display: The current fuel value will be updated. on fuel consumption.
consumption is indicated on a During sporadic driving conditions,
segment display. For economical the heated rear window is activated Graphic-Info-Display,
driving adapt your driving style to automatically to increase engine
keep the filled segments within the load. In this event, the heated rear Colour-Info-Display
Eco area. The more segments are window is indicated as one of the Depending on the vehicle
filled, the higher the fuel top consumers, without activation configuration the vehicle has a
consumption. Simultaneously the by the driver. Graphic-Info-Display or a Colour-
current consumption value is Info-Display.
indicated. The Info-Displays is located in the
instrument panel above the
Infotainment system.
Graphic-Info-Display
Phone settings Climate control mode: Controls the Side blind zone alert: Changes the
See description for Infotainment state of the cooling compressor settings for the side blind spot alert
system in the Infotainment system when the vehicle is started. Last system.
manual. setting (recommended) or at ■ Exterior ambient lighting
vehicle start either always ON or
Navigation settings always OFF. Duration upon exit of vehicle:
See description for Infotainment Activates or deactivates and
Auto rear demist: Activates heated changes the duration of exit
system in the Infotainment system rear window automatically.
manual. lighting.
Exterior lighting by unlocking:
Vehicle settings Activates or deactivates the
welcome lighting.
■ Power door locks
Auto door lock: Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching
off ignition. Activates or deactivates
the automatic door locking function
after driving off.
Prevent doorlock while door open:
■ Comfort settings Activates or deactivates the
automatic door locking function
Chime volume: Changes the while a door is open.
volume of warning chimes.
■ Climate and air quality ■ Lock / Unlock / Start by remote
■ Park assist / Collision detection
Auto fan speed: Modifies the level Remote unlock feedback: Activates
of the cabin airflow of the climate Park assist: Activates or or deactivates the hazard warning
control in automatic mode. deactivates the parking assist. flasher feedback whilst unlocking.
Instruments and controls 107
Remote door unlock: Changes the Settings in the Colour-Info- ■ Radio Settings
configuration to unlock only the Display ■ Phone Settings
driver's door or the whole vehicle CD 600/Navi 650/Navi 950
whilst unlocking. ■ Navigation Settings
Press the CONFIG button on the ■ Display Settings
Auto relock doors: Activates or Infotainment system faceplate to
deactivates the automatic relock ■ Vehicle Settings
enter the Configuration menu.
function after unlocking without In the corresponding submenus the
opening the vehicle. Turn the multifunction knob to scroll
following settings can be changed:
upwards or downwards in the list.
■ Restore factory settings Press the multifunction knob Sport Mode Profile
Restore factory settings: Resets all (Navi 950 / Navi 650: press the outer ■ Engine Sport Performance:
settings to the default settings. ring) to select a menu item.
Accelerator pedal and gear change
Display settings characteristics become more
Selectable display settings: responsive.
■ Day mode: Optimisation for ■ Sport Mode Back Lighting:
daylight conditions. Change of instrument illumination
■ Night mode: Optimisation for colour.
darkness. ■ Sport Suspension: Damping
■ Automatic mode: The display becomes harder.
changes mode when the vehicle ■ Sport Steering: Steering support is
lights are switched on/off. reduced.
■ Rear view camera: Changes the
settings for the rear view camera. Languages
Selection of the desired language.
■ Picture frame: See description for ■ Sport Mode Profile
Infotainment system in the ■ Languages Time and Date
Infotainment system manual. See Infotainment system manual for
■ Time and Date
further information.
108 Instruments and controls
The current status of automatic light Automatic light control Furthermore the headlights are
control is displayed In the Driver switched on if the windscreen wipers
Information Centre. have been activated for several
When switching on the ignition, wipes.
automatic light control is active.
Tunnel detection
When headlights are on, 8 When a tunnel is entered headlights
illuminates. Control indicator 8 are switched on immediately.
3 93.
Adaptive forward lighting 3 114.
Tail lights
Tail lights are illuminated together High beam
with headlights and sidelights.
Additional lights in the boot lid frame
Additional tail light assemblies, When the automatic light control
existing of tail lights and hazard function is switched on and the
warning flasher lights, are located in engine is running, the system
the boot lid frame. They are switches between daytime running
illuminated when lights are activated light and headlights automatically,
and the boot lid is open. Additional tail depending on the lighting conditions
lights are only intended as position and information given by the rain
lights when the boot lid is open. They sensor system.
are not to be used when driving. Daytime running light 3 114.
Deactivation
Push indicator lever once. It is also
deactivated when front fog lights are
switched on.
Lighting 113
To deactivate, operate the same With the light switch in position Country lighting
procedure as described above. AUTO all lighting functions are Activated automatically at a speed
Control indicator f will not flash when available. range between approx. 34 and
function is deactivated. The following functions are available 70 mph. The beam of light and the
also with light switch in position 9: brightness is different between the
Daytime running lights ■ Dynamic curve lighting left and the right side.
Daytime running lights increase ■ Cornering light Motorway lighting
visibility of the vehicle during daylight. ■ Reversing function Activated automatically at a speed
They are switched on automatically ■ Dynamic automatic headlight above approx. 70 mph and minimal
when ignition is on. levelling steering movements. It switches on
If the vehicle is equipped with after a delay or directly when the
automatic light control function, the Playstreet lighting vehicle is powerfully accelerated. The
system switches between daytime Activated automatically at low speed light beam is longer and brighter.
running light and low/high beam up to approx. 20 mph. The light beam
automatically, depending on the is turned at an angle of 8° to the Adverse weather lighting
lighting conditions and information roadside. Activated automatically up to a speed
given by the rain sensor system. of approx. 43 mph, when the rain
Automatic light control 3 111. Town lighting sensor recognises condensation or
Activated automatically at a speed the wiper operates continuously. The
range between approx. 25 and range, distribution and light intensity
Adaptive forward lighting 34 mph and when street lights are is regulated variably depending on
The Adaptive forward lighting detected by the light sensor. The light visibility.
functions are only available with Bi- range is reduced by an extended light
Xenon headlights. Light range, light distribution.
distribution and intensity of light are
variably triggered depending on the
light conditions, weather and road
type.
Lighting 115
Reversing function
If the headlights are on and reverse
gear is engaged, both corner lights
are switched on. They remain
illuminated for 20 seconds after
disengaging reverse gear or until
The light beam pivots based on driving faster than 10 mph in a
steering wheel angle and speed, forward gear.
improving lighting in curves.
High beam assist
Control indicator f 3 93.
This feature allows high beam as
main driving light by night and when
Corner lighting vehicle speed is faster than 25 mph. The high beam assist is activated by
It switches to low beam when: pushing the indicator lever twice with
a speed above 25 mph.
■ the camera in the windscreen
detects the lights of oncoming or The green control indicator l
preceding vehicles illuminates continuously when the
assist is activated, the blue one 7
■ the vehicle speed is slower than illuminates when high beam is on.
12 mph
On tight bends or when turning off, Control indicator l 3 93.
■ it is foggy or snowy
depending on the steering angle or
the turn signal light, an additional left ■ driving in urban areas Deactivation
or right reflector is switched on which If there are no restrictions detected, Push indicator lever once. It is also
illuminates the road at a right angle to the system switches back to high deactivated when front fog lights are
the direction of travel. It is activated beam. switched on.
up to a speed of 25 mph.
116 Lighting
If a headlight flash is activated when If there are no restrictions detected, A special topographical evaluation
the high beam is on, the high beam the system switches back to high function detects preceding vehicles
assist will be deactivated. beam. on hills or slopes by recognising the
If a headlight flash is activated when When the system is active, the front rear light moving ahead. The system
the high beam is off, the high beam camera monitors the area ahead of adjusts the height of the light range to
assist will stay activated. the vehicle and ensures an optimum ensure optimum illumination on the
light distribution for maximum driver road ahead without dazzling.
High beam assist is always active
after the ignition is switched on. vision during almost all conditions.
Activation
Intelligent light ranging with automatic
Intelligent light ranging with high beam activation therefore
automatic high beam activation reduces the difference between
Intelligent light ranging uses the conventional low and high beam
properties of Bi-Xenon headlights to without drastic changes in light-
extend the light range of the low beam range, distribution and intensity.
by up to 400 metres and additionally
activates automatic high beam
without dazzling or disturbing
oncoming or preceding traffic.
High beam is deactivated and the low
beam light range is reduced to avoid
dazzling when the following
restrictions are detected by the front Intelligent light ranging and automatic
camera in the windscreen: high beam activation are switched on
together by pushing the indicator
■ a preceding vehicle is recognised,
lever twice. They can be switched on
■ an oncoming vehicle is recognised, with ignition on.
■ urban areas are entered,
■ it is foggy or snowy.
Lighting 117
Automatic high beam activation Fault in Adaptive forward In the event of an accident with airbag
operates at a speed above 25 mph lighting system deployment the hazard warning
and deactivates below 12 mph. When the system detects a failure in flashers are activated automatically.
Intelligent light ranging operates the Adaptive forward lighting system,
above 35 mph. the system moves to a preset position Turn and lane-change
The green control indicator l to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic.
illuminates continuously when the If this is not possible, the affected
signals
function is activated, the blue one 7 headlight will be automatically
illuminates when high beam switches switched off. In any case, one
on automatically. headlight will stay on. A warning is
displayed in the Driver Information
Deactivation Centre.
Push indicator lever once. It is also
deactivated when front fog lights are
switched on. Hazard warning flashers
Dynamic automatic headlight
levelling
To prevent oncoming traffic from
dazzle, headlight levelling is
automatically adjusted based on lever up = right turn signal
inclination information measured by lever down = left turn signal
front and rear axle, acceleration or If the lever is moved past the
deceleration and vehicle speed. resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
Operated with the ¨ button.
118 Lighting
For three flashes, e.g. when changing Light switch in position AUTO: Parking lights
lanes, press the lever until resistance switching on front fog lights will switch
is felt and then release. headlights on automatically.
When a trailer is connected, turn
signal flashes six times when Rear fog lights
pressing the lever until resistance is
felt and then releasing.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the turn signal off manually by
moving the lever to its original
position.
Reversing lights Interior lighting Turn thumb wheel A and hold until
the desired brightness is obtained.
The reversing light comes on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is Instrument panel On vehicles with light sensor, the
brightness can only be adjusted when
selected. illumination control the exterior lights are on and the light
sensor detects night conditions.
Misted light covers
The inside of the light housing may Interior lights
mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold
weather conditions, in heavy rain or During entry and exit of the vehicle,
after washing. The mist disappears the front and rear courtesy lights
quickly by itself; to help switch on the automatically switch on and then off
headlights. after a delay.
Note
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Brightness of the following lights can
be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
■ Instrument panel illumination
■ ambient light
■ dome light
■ Info-Display
■ Illuminated switches and operation
elements.
120 Lighting
Reading lights
Dome light
Spotlight incorporated in the interior
lighting comes on when headlights
are switched on.
Climate control Climate control systems Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Heating and ventilation
Climate control systems ............. 123 system Air distribution
Air vents ..................................... 131 s = to windscreen and front door
windows
Maintenance .............................. 131 M = to head area via adjustable air
vents
K = to foot well
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed.
Controls for:
■ Temperature
■ Air distribution
■ Fan speed
■ Demisting and defrosting
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Temperature
red = warm
blue = cold
124 Climate control
■ Press button V: fan automatically In addition to the heating and Press button n to switch on cooling.
switches to higher speed, the air ventilation system, the air Activation is indicated by the LED in
distribution is directed towards the conditioning system has controls for: the button. Cooling is only functional
windscreen. when the engine is running and
n = cooling
■ Set temperature control to warmest climate control fan is switched on.
4 = air recirculation
level. Press button n again to switch off
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. Heated seats ß 3 53, Heated cooling.
steering wheel * 3 77. The air conditioning system cools and
■ Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards the door dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
windows. outside temperature is slightly above
the freezing point. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from
under the vehicle.
Climate control 125
Press lower button to decrease or Press appropriate button for desired Press button n to switch on cooling.
upper button to increase fan speed as adjustment. Activation is indicated by Activation is indicated by the LED in
shown in the illustration. The fan the LED in the button. the button. Cooling is only functional
speed is indicated by the number of s = to windscreen and front door when the engine is running and
segments in the display. windows. climate control fan is switched on.
Pressing the lower button longer: fan M = to head area via adjustable air Press button n again to switch off
and cooling are switched off. vents. cooling.
Pressing the upper button longer: the K = to foot well. The air conditioning system cools and
fan runs at maximum speed. All combinations are possible. dehumidifies (dries) when outside
To return to automatic mode: Press temperature is above a specific level.
Return to automatic air distribution: Therefore condensation may form
AUTO button. press button AUTO. and drip from under the vehicle.
130 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 133
■ Power windows Diesel engine: turn the key to position Starting the vehicle at low
■ Power outlets 2 for preheating until control temperatures
indicator ! extinguishes. Starting the engine without additional
Power to the Infotainment system will
continue to operate for 30 minutes or Turn the key briefly to position 3 and heaters is possible down to -25 °С for
until the key is removed from the release: an automatic procedure diesel engines and -30 °C for petrol
ignition switch, regardless of whether operates the starter with a short delay engines. Required is an engine oil
any door will be opened. as long as the engine is running, see with the correct viscosity, the correct
Automatic Starter Control. fuel, performed services and a
Before restarting or to switch off the sufficiently charged vehicle battery.
Starting the engine engine, turn the key back to position With temperatures below -30 °C the
0. automatic transmission needs a
warming phase of approx. 5 minutes.
During an Autostop, the engine can
The selector lever must be in position
be started by depressing the clutch
P.
pedal.
Automatic Starter Control
This function controls the engine
starting procedure. The driver does
not have to hold the key in position 3.
Once applied, the system will go on
starting automatically until the engine
is running. Because of the checking
procedure, the engine starts running
Manual transmission: operate clutch. after a short delay.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake and move the selector lever to
P or N.
Do not operate the accelerator pedal.
136 Driving and operating
Restart of the engine by the ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened ■ Always apply parking brake. Apply
driver and the driver's door is opened manual parking brake without
Depress the clutch pedal to restart the ■ the engine temperature is too low pressing release button. Apply as
engine. firmly as possible on downhill or
■ the charging level of the vehicle uphill slopes. Depress the foot
The engine start is indicated by the battery is below a defined level brake at the same time to reduce
needle at the idle speed position in ■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient operating force.
the tachometer.
■ the vehicle is driven at least at Apply electric parking brake by
If the selector lever is shifted out of walking speed pulling switch m for approx.
neutral before depressing the clutch one second.
■ the climate control system requests
first, control indicator - illuminates
an engine start ■ Switch off the engine and ignition.
or is shown as a symbol in the Driver
Information Centre. ■ the air conditioning is manually Turn the steering wheel until the
switched on steering wheel lock engages.
Control indicator - 3 89.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a ■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
Restart of the engine by the warning message is displayed in the uphill slope, engage first gear or set
Driver Information Centre. the selector lever to P before
stop-start system switching off the ignition. On an
The selector lever has to be in neutral If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
to enable an automatic restart. portable CD player, is connected to
away from the kerb.
the power outlet, a brief power drop
If one of the following conditions If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
during restart might be noticeable.
occurs during an Autostop, the engage reverse gear or set the
engine will be restarted automatically selector lever to P before switching
by the stop-start system: Parking off the ignition. Turn the front
■ The stop-start system is manually ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily wheels towards the kerb.
deactivated ignitable surface. The high ■ Lock the vehicle and activate the
■ the bonnet is opened temperature of the exhaust system anti-theft alarm system.
could ignite the surface.
Driving and operating 139
Note
In the event of an accident with
Engine exhaust take up to 25 minutes. Typically it
needs between 7 and 12 minutes.
airbag deployment, the engine is Autostop is not available and fuel
turned off automatically if the vehicle 9 Danger consumption may be higher during
comes to a standstill within a certain this period. The emission of smells
time. Engine exhaust gases contain and smoke during this process is
poisonous carbon monoxide, normal.
which is colourless and odourless
and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Simultaneously Diesel partic. filter is Cleaning takes place quickest at high rectified by a workshop as soon as
full continue driving appears in the engine speeds and loads. possible. In an emergency, driving
Driver Information Centre. The control indicator % extinguishes can be continued for a short period,
% illuminates when diesel particle as soon as the self-cleaning keeping vehicle speed and engine
filter is full. Start cleaning process as operation is complete. speed low.
soon as possible.
% flashes when diesel particle filter Catalytic converter
has reached the maximum filling
The catalytic converter reduces the
level. Start cleaning process
amount of harmful substances in the
immediately to avoid damage to the
exhaust gases.
engine.
Transmission display
Do not accelerate while engaging a Manual mode In manual mode no automatic shifting
gear. Never depress the accelerator to a higher gear takes place at high
pedal and brake pedal at the same engine revolutions.
time.
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle Electronic driving
slowly begins to creep when the
brake is released. programmes
■ Following a cold start, the operating
Engine braking temperature programme increases
To utilise the engine braking effect, engine speed to quickly bring the
select a lower gear in good time when catalytic converter to the required
driving downhill, see manual mode. temperature.
■ The automatic neutral shift function
Rocking the vehicle automatically shifts to idling when
Rocking the vehicle is only Move selector lever out of position D the vehicle is stopped with a
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in towards the left and then forwards or forward gear engaged and the
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector backwards. brake pedal is pressed.
lever between D and R in a repeat < = Shift to a higher gear. ■ When SPORT mode is engaged,
pattern. Do not race the engine and the vehicle shifts at higher engine
avoid sudden acceleration. ] = Shift to a lower gear. speeds (unless cruise control is
If a higher gear is selected when on). SPORT mode 3 149.
Parking
Apply the parking brake and engage vehicle speed is too low, or a lower ■ Special programmes automatically
P. gear when vehicle speed is too high, adapt the shifting points when
the shift is not executed. This can driving up inclines or down hills.
The ignition key can only be removed cause a message in the
when the selector lever is in position Driver-Info-Display.
P.
Driving and operating 143
ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Control indicator u 3 90. Parking brake
as soon as a wheel shows a tendency
to lock. The vehicle remains Adaptive brake light Manual parking brake
steerable, even during hard braking. During full braking, all three brake
ABS control is made apparent lights flash for the duration of ABS
through a pulse in the brake pedal control.
and the noise of the regulation
process. Fault
For optimum braking, keep the brake
pedal fully depressed throughout the 9 Warning
braking process, despite the fact that
If there is a fault in the ABS, the
the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce
wheels may be liable to lock due
the pressure on the pedal.
to braking that is heavier than
After starting off the system performs normal. The advantages of ABS
a self-test which may be audible. are no longer available. During
hard braking, the vehicle can no Always apply parking brake firmly
longer be steered and may without operating the release button,
swerve. and apply as firmly as possible on a
downhill or uphill slope.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop. To release the parking brake, pull the
lever up slightly, press the release
button and fully lower the lever.
To reduce the operating forces of the
parking brake, depress the foot brake
at the same time.
Control indicator R 3 89.
146 Driving and operating
Electric parking brake Do not operate electric parking brake Dynamic braking when vehicle is
system too often without engine moving
running as this will discharge the When the vehicle is moving and the
vehicle battery. switch m is kept pulled, the electric
Before leaving the vehicle, check the parking brake system will decelerate
electric parking brake status. Control the vehicle, but will not apply
indicator m 3 90. statically.
As soon as the switch m is released,
Releasing dynamic braking will be stopped.
Switch on ignition. Keep brake pedal
depressed and then push switch m. Fault
Failure mode of electric parking brake
Drive away function is indicated by control indicator j and
Depressing clutch pedal (manual by a vehicle message which is
Applying when vehicle is stationary transmission) or engaging drive gear displayed in the Driver Information
(automatic transmission) and then Centre.
Pull switch m for approx.
depressing the accelerator pedal
one second, the electric parking Apply electric parking brake: pull and
releases the electric parking brake
brake operates automatically with an hold the switch m for more than
automatically. This is not possible
adequate force. For maximum force, 5 seconds. If control indicator m
when the switch is pulled at the same
e.g. parking with trailer or on inclines, illuminates, electric parking brake is
time.
pull switch m twice. applied.
This function also helps driving away
The electric parking brake is applied Release electric parking brake: push
on inclines.
when control indicator m illuminates and hold the switch m for more than
3 90. Aggressive drive away may reduce 2 seconds. If control indicator m
life time of wear parts. extinguishes, electric parking brake is
The electric parking brake can always
be activated, even if the ignition is off. released.
Driving and operating 147
ESC is operational after each engine For a more sporty behaviour ESC and Interactive driving system
start as soon as the control indicator TC can be deactivated separately:
b extinguishes. ■ press button b briefly: only Traction Flex Ride
When ESC operates b flashes. control system is inactive, ESC Flex Ride driving system allows the
remains active, k illuminates driver to select between three driving
9 Warning ■ hold button b pressed for min. modes:
5 seconds: TC and ESC are ■ SPORT mode: press button
Do not let this special safety deactivated, k and n illuminate. SPORT, LED illuminates.
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving. Additionally the selected mode is ■ TOUR mode: press button TOUR,
displayed as status message in the LED illuminates.
Adapt speed to the road Driver Information Centre.
conditions. ■ NORMAL mode: both buttons
If the vehicle comes into threshold SPORT and TOUR are not
with deactivated ESP, the system will pressed, no LED illuminates.
Control indicator b 3 91.
reactivate ESP for the time duration Deactivate SPORT mode and TOUR
Deactivation of the threshold, when the brake mode by pressing corresponding
pedal is depressed once. button once more.
ESC is reactivated by pressing the In each driving mode Flex Ride
b button again. If the TC system was networks the following electronic
previously disabled, both TC and systems:
ESC are reactivated.
■ Continuous Damping Control.
ESC is also reactivated the next time
■ Accelerator Pedal Control.
the ignition is switched on.
■ Steering Control.
■ Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
■ Antilock brake system (ABS) with
cornering brake control (CBC).
■ Automatic transmission.
150 Driving and operating
Speed limiter Press button L. If cruise control has maximum speed. Speed limit is
been activated before, it is switched displayed in the Driver Information
The speed limiter prevents the off when speed limiter is activated Centre.
vehicle exceeding a preset maximum and the control indicator m
speed. extinguishes.
The maximum speed can be set at a
speed above 15 mph. Set speed limit
The driver can only accelerate up to
the preset speed. Deviations from the
limited speed may occur when driving
downhill.
The preset speed limit is displayed in
the top line of the Driver Information
Centre when the system is active.
Activation
Change speed limit
With speed limiter active, turn thumb
wheel to RES/+ to increase or SET/-
to decrease the desired maximum
With speed limiter active, hold thumb speed.
wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn
to RES/+ repeatedly until the desired Exceeding the speed limit
maximum speed is displayed in the In the event of an emergency it is
Driver Information Centre. possible to exceed the speed limit by
Alternatively accelerate to the desired depressing the accelerator pedal
speed and briefly turn thumb wheel to firmly beyond the point of resistance.
SET/-: the current speed is stored as
154 Driving and operating
The complete attention of the the windscreen is used to detect the If there is no vehicle ahead or the
driver is always required while distance of a vehicle directly ahead in vehicle ahead is out of range, two
driving. He shall always be ready the vehicle's path. It is active at dashes will be displayed: -.- s.
to take action and apply the speeds above 25 mph.
brakes. When a preceding vehicle is detected Parking assist
ahead, the distance is indicated in
System limitations seconds, displayed on a page in the 9 Warning
The system is designed to warn only Driver Information Centre 3 94. Press
for vehicles, but may react also on the MENU button on the turn signal It is the driver, however, who bears
other objects. lever to select Vehicle Information full responsibility for the parking
Menu X and turn the adjuster manoeuvre.
In the following cases, forward
collision alert may not detect a vehicle wheel to choose following distance
indication page. Check always environment when
ahead or sensor performance is driving backwards or forwards
limited: while using parking assist system.
■ on winding roads,
■ when weather limits visibility, such Rear parking assist
as fog, rain, or snow, The rear parking assist makes
parking easier by measuring the
■ when the sensor is blocked by
distance between the vehicle and
snow, ice, slush, mud, dirt, or
rear obstacles. It informs and warns
windscreen damage.
the driver by giving acoustic signals.
Following distance
indication
The following distance indication
displays the distance to a preceding The minimum indicated distance is
moving vehicle. The front camera in 0.5 seconds.
Driving and operating 157
vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. In both cases the LED in the button
When the distance is less than about extinguishes and a message pops up
30 cm, the sound is continuous. in the Driver Information Centre.
Additionally the distance to obstacles
Fault
can be shown in the Driver
Information Centre. In the event of a fault in the system or
if the system does not work due to
Deactivation temporary conditions like snow
covered sensors, a message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Parking assist button and operation Long press of button D (approx. one
logic second) activates or deactivates the
advanced parking assist.
Button logic operates the systems by
pressing as following:
■ front-rear parking assist is active:
short press deactivates front-rear
parking assist.
■ front-rear parking assist is active:
long press activates advanced
parking assist.
The system has four ultrasonic ■ advanced parking assist is active:
parking sensors each in the rear and short press activates front-rear
front bumper. parking assist.
Front-rear parking assist is equipped ■ advanced parking assist is active:
It uses two different acoustic warning with button r. If the vehicle is
signals for the front and rear long press deactivates advanced
additionally equipped with advanced parking assist.
monitoring areas, each with a parking assist, see separate
different tone frequency. description following, the system is Activation
equipped with button D. In this case When reverse gear is engaged, the
both systems will be operated by front and rear parking assist is ready
button D. to operate.
Short press of button r or D An illuminated LED in the parking
activates or deactivates the parking assist button r or D indicates that
assist. the system is ready to operate.
Driving and operating 159
Functionality
The parking slot suggestion of the The instructions in the display show:
system is accepted when the vehicle ■ a hint when driving faster than
When the vehicle passes a row of is stopped by the driver within
cars and the system is activated, the 18 mph,
10 metres after the Stop message is
advanced parking assist system given. The system calculates the ■ the demand to stop the vehicle,
begins searching for a suitable optimal route into the parking slot. when a parking slot is detected,
parking slot. When a suitable slot is Then it manoeuvres the driver into the ■ the direction of driving during the
detected, a visual feedback on the slot by giving detailed instructions. parking manoeuvre,
Driver Information Centre and an
acoustic signal are given. ■ the steering wheel position during
parking,
If the driver does not stop the vehicle
within 10 metres after a parking slot is ■ for some of the instructions a
proposed, the system starts to search progress bar is shown.
for another suitable parking slot.
162 Driving and operating
Note
After production the advanced 9 Warning
parking assist needs a calibration.
For an optimal parking guidance a Side blind spot alert does not
driving distance of at least 6 miles replace driver vision.
with many curves is required. The system does not detect:
■ Vehicles outside the side blind
Side blind spot alert zones which may be rapidly
The Side blind spot alert system approaching.
detects and reports objects on either ■ Pedestrians, cyclists or animals.
side of the vehicle, within a specified
"blind spot" zone. The system alerts Before changing a lane, always
visually in each exterior mirror, when check all mirrors, look over the
shoulder and use the turn signal. Side blind spot alert is active from
detecting objects that may not be
speeds of 6 mph up to 87 mph.
visible in the interior and exterior
When the system detects a vehicle in Driving faster than 87 mph
mirrors.
the side blind zone while driving deactivates the system, indicated by
The system's sensors are located in forward, either while passing a low lighting warning symbols B in
the bumper on the left and right side vehicle or being passed, an amber both exterior mirrors. Reducing the
of the vehicle. warning symbol B will illuminate in speed again will extinguish the
the relevant exterior mirror. If the warning symbols. If a vehicle is then
driver then activates the turn signal, detected in the blind zone, the
the warning symbol B starts flashing warning symbols B will illuminate as
amber as a warning not to change normal on the relevant side.
lanes. When the vehicle is started, both
exterior mirror displays will briefly
come on to indicate that the system is
operating.
Driving and operating 165
The system can be activated or Side blind spot alert does not operate e.g. below the bumper or
deactivated in the menu Settings in when the left or right corners of the underneath the vehicle, are not
the Info-Display, vehicle rear bumper are covered with mud, displayed.
personalisation 3 102. dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy
rainstorms. Cleaning instructions Do not reverse the vehicle by only
Deactivation is indicated by a looking at the Info-Display and
message in the Driver Information 3 220.
check the surroundings behind
Centre. In the event of a fault in the system or and around the vehicle before
if the system does not work due to reversing.
Detection zones temporary conditions, a message is
The system sensor covers a zone of displayed in the Driver Information
approx. 3 metres on both sides of the Centre. Seek the assistance of a
Activation
vehicle. This zone starts at each workshop. Rear view camera is automatically
exterior mirror and extends rearwards activated when reverse gear is
by approx. 3 metres. The height of the engaged.
zone is approx. between 0.5 metres
Rear view camera
and 2 metres off the ground. The rear view camera assists the Functionality
driver when reversing by displaying a
The system is deactivated if the
view of the area behind the vehicle.
vehicle is towing a trailer.
The view of the camera is displayed
Side blind spot alert is designed to
in the Colour-Info-Display.
ignore stationary objects such as
guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and
beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming 9 Warning
vehicles are not detected.
The rear view camera does not
Fault replace driver vision. Note that
objects that are outside the
Occasional missed alerts can occur
camera's field of view and the
under normal circumstances and will
advanced parking assist sensors,
increase in wet conditions.
166 Driving and operating
The camera is mounted between the The top line of the display can be
number plate lights and has a viewing cleared by pushing the multifunction
angle of 130°. knob.
Display settings
Pop-up function
Speed limits and no passing signs are
displayed as pop-ups on each page in
the Driver Information Centre.
The content of the traffic sign page is Once setting page is displayed, select
also cleared during driving by pushing Off to deactivate pop-up function.
the SET/CLR button on the turn signal Reactivated by selecting On. When
lever for a longer time. switching on the ignition, pop-up
function is deactivated.
The pop-up function can be
Pop-up indication is displayed for
deactivated on the traffic sign page by
approx. 8 seconds in the Driver
pressing the SET/CLR button on the
Information Centre.
turn signal lever.
170 Driving and operating
Fault signs. Do not ignore traffic signs Criteria for the detection of an
The traffic sign assistant system may which are not displayed by the unintended lane change are:
not operate correctly when: system. ■ no operation of turn signals
■ the area of the windscreen, where The system does not discern any ■ no brake pedal operation
the front camera is located, is not other than the conventional traffic ■ no active accelerator operation or
clean signs that might give or end a speeding-up
■ traffic signs are completely or speed limit.
■ no active steering
partially covered or difficult to Do not let this special feature
discern If the driver is performing these
tempt you into taking risks when
actions, no warning will be issued.
■ there are adverse environmental driving.
conditions, e.g. heavy rain, snow, Always adapt speed to the road Activation
direct sunlight or shadows. In this conditions.
case No Traffic Sign Detection due The driver assistance systems do
to Weather is indicated on the not relieve the driver from full
display responsibility for vehicle
■ traffic signs are incorrectly mounted operation.
or damaged
■ traffic signs do not comply with the Lane departure warning
Vienna Convention on traffic signs
The lane departure warning system
(Wiener Übereinkommen über
observes the lane markings between
Straßenverkehrszeichen)
which the vehicle is driving via a front
camera. The system detects lane
Caution changes and warns the driver in the
event of an unintended lane change The lane departure warning system is
The system is intended to help the
via visual and acoustic signals. activated by pressing the ) button.
driver within a defined speed
range to discern certain traffic The illuminated LED in the button
indicates that the system is switched
Driving and operating 171
Caution
Do not use fuel or fuel additives
that contain metallic compounds
such as manganese-based
additives. This may cause engine
damage.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by
pressing ) button, the LED in the
button extinguishes.
172 Driving and operating
Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load
must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the
Trailer loads specified on the identification plate towing vehicle fully loaded, the
The permissible trailer loads are 3 226. permissible rear axle load (see
vehicle and engine-dependent identification plate or vehicle
maximum values which must not be
Vertical coupling load documents) may be exceeded by
exceeded. The actual trailer load is The vertical coupling load is the load 100 kg, the gross vehicle weight
the difference between the actual exerted by the trailer on the coupling rating may be exceeded by 100 kg. If
gross weight of the trailer and the ball. It can be varied by changing the the permissible rear axle load is
actual coupling socket load with the weight distribution when loading the exceeded, a maximum speed of
trailer coupled. trailer. 60 mph applies.
The permissible trailer loads are The maximum permissible vertical
specified in the vehicle documents. In coupling load (75 kg) is specified on Towing equipment
general, they are valid for gradients the towing equipment identification
up to max. 12 %. plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load, Caution
The permitted trailer load applies up especially in the case of heavy
to the specified incline and up to an When operating without a trailer,
trailers. The vertical coupling load
altitude of 1000 metres above sea remove the coupling ball bar.
should never fall below 25 kg.
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air Stowage of coupling ball bar
becoming thinner, therefore reducing The coupling ball bar is stowed in a
climbing ability, the permissible gross bag and must be secured in the load
train weight also decreases by 10 % compartment.
for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8 %, e.g. motorways).
176 Driving and operating
Vehicle with spare wheel Vehicles with tyre repair kit Vehicles with flat load compartment
floor
Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable ■ The coupling ball bar must be firmly
in the opening and push firmly engaged in the opening.
upwards until it audibly engages. ■ The coupling ball bar must be
The rotary handle snaps back into its locked and the key removed.
original position resting against the
coupling ball bar without a gap. 9 Warning
Caution
Move the safety catch sideways to the
left vehicle side and open the bonnet. Do not press the bonnet into the
latch to avoid dents.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually
on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine. Ensure that the correct
specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
Pull the release lever and return it to 3 224.
its original position. Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
Secure the bonnet support. off for at least 5 minutes.
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Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, We recommend the use of the same
insert it to the stop on the handle, pull grade of engine oil that was used at
out and read the engine oil level. last change.
Caution
It is the owner's responsibility to
maintain the proper level of an
appropriate quality oil in the
engine.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 235.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Different dipsticks are used
depending on engine variant.
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Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Laying up the vehicle for more than must be closed off with a dummy cap, Note
4 weeks can lead to battery and the ventilation in the vicinity of the Using an AGM vehicle battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from negative terminal must be opened. different from the original Vauxhall
the negative terminal of the vehicle Only use vehicle batteries that allow vehicle battery may result in a lower
battery. the fuse box to be mounted above the performance of the stop-start
Ensure the ignition is switched off vehicle battery. system.
before connecting or disconnecting In vehicles with stop-start system, be We recommend that you have the
the vehicle battery. sure to have the AGM (Absorptive vehicle battery replaced by a
The anti-theft alarm siren must be Glass Mat) battery replaced with workshop.
deactivated as follows: Switch the another AGM battery. Stop-start system 3 136.
ignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds. Charging the vehicle battery
Vehicle battery discharge protection
3 122. 9 Warning
Warning label ■ See the Owner's Manual for further Wiper blade replacement
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in
the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Bulb check
After a bulb replacement switch on Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) with one 1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwise
the ignition, operate and check the bulb for low and high beam. and remove it.
lights. Sidelight/Daytime running light (2).
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4. Insert bulb holder and turn 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp
clockwise. housing and turn clockwise.
5. On left side: insert front end into 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let
fender, slide forward and insert engage.
rear end.
On right side: insert rear end into Interior lights
fender, slide rearward and insert
front end. Courtesy light, reading lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Number plate light
Load compartment light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
3. Remove bulb holder from lamp
housing by turning anticlockwise.
Instrument panel
illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Electrical system
Fuses
Data on the replacement fuse must
match the data on the defective fuse.
There are three fuse boxes in the
vehicle:
■ in the front left of the engine
compartment,
■ in left-hand drive vehicles, in the
interior behind the storage
compartment, or, in right-hand
drive vehicles, behind the
glovebox,
■ behind a cover on the left side of the
load compartment.
Before replacing a fuse, turn off the
respective switch and the ignition.
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. Fuse extractor Place the fuse extractor on the
A fuse extractor may be located in the various types of fuse from the top or
Fuses may also be inserted without fuse box in the engine compartment. side, and withdraw fuse.
existence of a function.
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Vehicles with tyre repair kit Vehicles with tyre repair kit and Wheels and tyres
flat load compartment floor
Wheels
On vehicles with Diesel engines no
steel rims and only special, for this
vehicle approved alloy wheels are
permitted.
Use tyre size 225/55 R17 only as Tyre pressure Always inflate the spare tyre to the
winter tyres. pressure specified for full load.
Check the pressure of cold tyres at
On vehicles with Diesel engines, no least every 14 days and before any The ECO tyre pressure serves to
steel rims and only special, vehicle- long journey. Do not forget the spare achieve the smallest amount of fuel
approved alloy wheels are permitted. wheel. This also applies to vehicles consumption possible.
In accordance with country-specific with tyre pressure monitoring system. Incorrect tyre pressures will impair
regulations, affix the speed sticker in Unscrew the valve cap. safety, vehicle handling, comfort and
the driver's field of view. fuel economy and will increase tyre
wear.
Tyre designations Tyre pressures differ depending on
various options. For the correct tyre
E.g. 235/55 R 17 99 V pressure value, follow the procedure
235 = Tyre width, mm below:
55 = Cross-section ratio (tyre 1. Identify the engine identifier code.
height to tyre width), % Engine data 3 231.
R = Belt type: Radial
RF = Type: RunFlat 2. Identify the respective tyre.
17 = Wheel diameter, inches The tyre pressure tables show all
99 = Load index e.g. 99 is possible tyre combinations 3 236.
equivalent to 775 kg For the tyres approved for your
V = Speed code letter Tyre pressure 3 236. vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of
Speed code letter: The tyre and loading information label Conformity provided with your vehicle
on the left door frame indicates the or other national registration
Q = up to 100 mph documents.
S = up to 112 mph original equipment tyres and the
T = up to 118 mph correspondent tyre pressures. The driver is responsible for correct
H = up to 130 mph The tyre pressure data refers to cold adjustment of tyre pressure.
V = up to 150 mph tyres. It applies to summer and winter
W = up to 168 mph tyres.
204 Vehicle care
9 Warning Caution
If the pressure is too low, this can Tyre pressure monitoring system
result in considerable tyre warm- warns just about low tyre pressure
up and internal damage, leading to condition and does not replace
tread separation and even to tyre regular tyre maintenance by the
blow-out at high speeds. driver.
If the tyre pressure must be reduced All wheels must be equipped with
or increased on a vehicle with tyre pressure sensors and the tyres must
pressure monitoring system, switch have the prescribed pressure.
off ignition. After adjusting tyre The current tyre pressures can be
pressure switch on ignition and select shown in the Vehicle Information Press the MENU button to select the
the relevant setting on the page Tyre Menu in the Driver Information Vehicle Information MenuX.
load on the Driver Information Centre, Centre.
3 94.
The menu can be selected by the
buttons on the turn signal lever.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
The tyre pressure monitoring system
checks the pressure of all four wheels
once a minute when vehicle speed
exceeds a certain limit.
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Turn the adjuster wheel to select the After inflating, driving may be External high-power radio equipment
tyre pressure monitoring system. required to update the tyre pressure could disrupt the tyre pressure
System status and pressure warnings values in the DIC. During this time w monitoring system.
are displayed by a message with the may illuminate. Each time the tyres are replaced tyre
corresponding tyre flashing in the If w illuminates at lower temperatures pressure monitoring system sensors
Driver Information Centre. and extinguishes after some driving, have to be dismounted and serviced.
this could be an indicator for getting For the screwed sensor: replace
low pressure. Check tyre pressure. valve core and sealing ring. For
Vehicle messages 3 100. clipped sensor: replace complete
valve stem.
If the tyre pressure must be reduced
or increased, switch off ignition. Vehicle loading status
Only mount wheels with pressure Adjust tyre pressure to load condition
sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure according to tyre information label or
will not be displayed and w tyre pressure chart 3 236, and select
illuminates continuously. the relevant setting in the menu Tire
A spare wheel or temporary spare Load in the Driver Information Centre,
wheel is not equipped with pressure Vehicle Information Menu 3 94.
sensors. The tyre pressure
A detected low tyre pressure monitoring system is not operational
condition is indicated by the control for these wheels. Control indicator w
indicator w 3 92. illuminates. For the further three
If w illuminates, stop as soon as wheels the system remains
possible and inflate the tyres as operational.
recommended 3 236. The use of commercially available
liquid tyre repair kits can impair the
function of the system. Factory-
approved repair kits can be used.
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Temperature dependency
Tyre pressure depends on the
temperature of the tyre. During
driving, tyre temperature and
Select: pressure increase.
■ Light for comfort pressure up to The tyre pressure value displayed in
3 people the Driver Information Centre shows
the actual tyre pressure. Therefore it
■ Eco for Eco pressure up to is important to check tyre pressure
3 people with cold tyres. The legally permissible minimum
■ Max for full loading tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
reached when the tread has worn
Auto learn function Tread depth down as far as one of the tread wear
After changing wheels, the vehicle Check tread depth at regular indicators (TWI). Their position is
must be stationary for approx. intervals. indicated by markings on the
20 minutes, before the system sidewall.
Tyres should be replaced for safety
recalculates. The following relearn reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm If there is more wear at the front than
process takes up to 10 minutes of (4 mm for winter tyres). the rear, swap round front wheels and
driving with a minimum speed of rear wheels periodically. Ensure that
the direction of rotation of the wheels
is the same as before.
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Tyres age, even if they are not used. Wheel covers Tyre chains
We recommend tyre replacement
every 6 years. Wheel covers and tyres that are
factory approved for the respective
vehicle and comply with all of the
Changing tyre and wheel relevant wheel and tyre combination
size requirements must be used.
If tyres of a different size than those If the wheel covers and tyres used are
fitted at the factory are used, it may be not factory approved, the tyres must
necessary to reprogramme the not have a rim protection ridge.
speedometer as well as the nominal Wheel covers must not impair brake
tyre pressure and make other vehicle cooling.
modifications.
After converting to a different tyre 9 Warning
size, have the label with tyre Use tyre chains only on front wheels.
pressures replaced. Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel
covers could lead to sudden Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of
pressure loss and thereby size 225/55 R 17. Always use fine
9 Warning mesh chains that add no more than
accidents.
10 mm to the tyre tread and the
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels inboard sides (including chain lock).
may lead to accidents and will
invalidate the vehicle type Tyre chains are also permitted on
approval. tyres of size 245/45 R 18. Always use
fine mesh chains that add no more
than 7 mm to the tyre tread and the
inboard sides (including chain lock).
208 Vehicle care
9 Warning
3. Remove the electrical connection
Do not drive faster than 50 mph. cable and air hose from the
Do not use for a lengthy period. stowage compartments on the
Steering and handling may be underside of the compressor.
affected.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective 10. Set the rocker switch on the
the connection on the sealant tyre. compressor to I. The tyre is filled
bottle. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre with sealant.
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the valve. 11. The compressor pressure gauge
retainer on the compressor. 8. The switch on the compressor briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst
Set the compressor near the tyre must be set to J. the sealant bottle is emptying
in such a way that the sealant (approx. 30 seconds). Then the
9. Connect the compressor plug to pressure starts to drop.
bottle is upright. the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket. 12. All of the sealant is pumped into
the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.
To avoid discharging the vehicle
battery, we recommend running 13. The prescribed tyre pressure
the engine. should be obtained within
10 minutes. Tyre pressure
3 236. When the correct pressure
is obtained, switch off the
compressor.
210 Vehicle care
the wheel cover with the hook. 3. Ensure the jack is correctly
Vehicle tools 3 201. positioned under the relevant
Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel vehicle jacking point.
nut caps with a screwdriver and
remove. To protect the wheel,
place a soft cloth between the
screwdriver and the alloy wheel.
10. Align the valve hole in the wheel Rear arm position of the lifting
cover with the tyre valve before platform centrically under the recess
installing. of the sill.
Install wheel nut caps.
Install centre cap on alloy wheels.
11. Stow the replaced wheel 3 213
and the vehicle tools 3 201.
12. Check the tyre pressure of the
installed tyre and the wheel nut
torque as soon as possible.
Have the defective tyre renewed or
Attach wheel wrench and with the
repaired as soon as possible.
jack correctly aligned rotate
wrench until wheel is clear of the
Jacking position for lifting
ground.
platform Front arm position of the lifting
5. Unscrew the wheel nuts.
platform at the underbody.
6. Change the wheel. Spare wheel
3 213.
7. Screw on the wheel nuts. Spare wheel
8. Lower vehicle. Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare
9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring
wheel.
that it locates securely and tighten
each nut in a crosswise The spare wheel can be classified as
sequence. Tightening torque is a temporary spare wheel depending
140 Nm. on the size compared to the other
mounted wheels and country
regulations.
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The spare wheel has a steel rim. remove conus and take out the
spare wheel.
Caution
The use of a spare wheel that is
smaller than the other wheels or in
combination with winter tyres
could affect driveability. Have the
defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible.
■ Never expose the battery to naked ■ The vehicles must not come into 3. Connect the black lead to the
flames or sparks. contact with each other during the negative terminal of the booster
■ A discharged vehicle battery can jump starting process. battery.
already freeze at a temperature of ■ Apply the parking brake, 4. Connect the other end of the black
0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery transmission in neutral, automatic lead to a vehicle grounding point,
before connecting jump leads. transmission in P. such as the engine block or an
■ Wear eye protection and protective ■ Open the positive terminal engine mounting bolt. Connect as
clothing when handling a battery. protection caps of both batteries. far away from the discharged
battery as possible, however at
■ Use a booster battery with the least 60 cm.
same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much Route the leads so that they cannot
less than that of the discharged catch on rotating parts in the engine
battery. compartment.
■ Use jump leads with insulated To start the engine:
terminals and a cross section of at 1. Start the engine of the vehicle
least 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for diesel providing the jump.
engines). 2. After 5 minutes, start the other
■ Do not disconnect the discharged engine. Start attempts should be
battery from the vehicle. made for no longer than
■ Switch off all unnecessary electrical 15 seconds at an interval of
consumers. Lead connection order: 1 minute.
■ Do not lean over the battery during 1. Connect the red lead to the 3. Allow both engines to idle for
jump starting. positive terminal of the booster approx. 3 minutes with the leads
battery. connected.
■ Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other 2. Connect the other end of the red
lead. lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.
218 Vehicle care
Caution
Polishing and waxing For mechanical removal of ice, use a
Wax painted parts of the vehicle sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
regularly (at the latest when water no scraper firmly against the glass so
After washing or cleaning, the soft that no dirt can get under it and
top must be completely dried longer beads). Otherwise, the
paintwork will dry out. scratch the glass.
before opening. If a wet soft top
remains opened for a longer time, Polishing is necessary only if the paint Clean smearing wiper blades with a
it would be damaged by water has become dull or if solid deposits soft cloth and window cleaner.
spotting and mould growth. have become attached to it.
Wheels and tyres
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
When cleaning with a high-pressure Do not use high-pressure jet
protective film, making waxing
jet cleaner ensure a minimum cleaners.
unnecessary.
distance of 30 cm to the rear brand Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
Soft top as well as plastic body parts
emblem to prevent unintended cleaner.
must not be treated with wax or
unlocking. Rims are painted and can be treated
polishing agents.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the with the same agents as the body.
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use Windows and windscreen wiper
separate leathers for painted and blades Paintwork damage
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois Rectify minor paintwork damage with
the windows will impair vision. leather together with window cleaner a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have the door hinges of all doors and insect remover. Have more extensive damage or rust
greased by a workshop. areas repaired by a workshop.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the Underbody
Exterior lights heating element to prevent damage.
Headlight and other light covers are Some areas of the vehicle underbody
made of plastic. Do not use any have a PVC undercoating while other
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use critical areas have a durable
an ice scraper, and do not clean them protective wax coating.
dry.
222 Vehicle care
After the underbody is washed, check The instrument cluster and the Plastic and rubber parts
the underbody and have it waxed if displays should only be cleaned using Plastic and rubber parts can be
necessary. a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a cleaned with the same cleaner as
Bitumen/rubber materials could weak soap solution. used to clean the body. Use interior
damage the PVC coating. Have Clean fabric upholstery with a cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
underbody work carried out by a vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol
workshop. stains with an upholstery cleaner. in particular. Do not use high-
Before and after winter, wash the Clothing fabrics may not be pressure jet cleaners.
underbody and have the protective colourfast. This could cause visible
wax coating checked. discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
Towing equipment stains and discolourations should be
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with cleaned as soon as possible.
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet Clean seat belts with lukewarm water
cleaner. or interior cleaner.
Vehicle data
Recommended fluids and lubricants
European service schedule
Required engine oil quality
All European countries
(except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel
Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines
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 and Israel
(except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey)
Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines
down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
Technical data 229
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below:
All countries outside Europe
except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey
Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines
GM-LL-A-025 ✔ – ✔ –
GM-LL-B-025 – ✔ – ✔
230 Technical data
1) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended.
Technical data 231
Engine data
Sales designation 1.4 Turbo 1.4 Turbo 1.6 Turbo 2.0 CDTI 2.0 CDTI BiTurbo
Engine identifier code A14NEL A14NET A16XHT A20DTH A20DTR
Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4
Piston displacement [cm3] 1364 1364 1598 1956 1956
Engine power [kW] 88 103 125 121 143
at rpm 4200-6000 4900-6000 6000 4000 4000
Torque [Nm] 200 200 260 350 400
at rpm 1850-4200 1850-4900 1650-3200 1750-2500 1750-2500
Fuel type Petrol Petrol Petrol Diesel Diesel
Octane rating RON
recommended 95 95 98 – –
possible 98 98 95 – –
possible 91 91 91 – –
Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
232 Technical data
Performance
Engine A14NEL A14NET A16XHT A20DTH A20DTR
Maximum speed2) [mph]
Manual transmission 121 129 138 135 143
Automatic transmission – – 135 132 –
2) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
Technical data 233
Vehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment
Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission
without/with air conditioning A14NEL 17013) –
[kg] A14NET 17013) –
A16XHT 1733 1733
A20DTH 1816 1816
A20DTR 1816 –
Vehicle dimensions
Length [mm] 4696
Lenght max. when operating soft top [mm] 4760
Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1839
Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020
Height (without antenna) [mm] 1443
Height max. when operating soft top [mm] 2103
Length of load compartment floor [mm] 991
Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1709
Load compartment width [mm] 978
Load compartment height [mm] with opened soft top 246
Load compartment height [mm] with closed soft top 453
Wheelbase [mm] 2695
Turning circle diameter [m] 12.3
Technical data 235
Capacities
Engine oil
Engine A14NEL, A16XHT A20DTH,
A14NET A20DTR
including Filter [l] 4.0 5.5 4.5
between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0
Fuel tank
Petrol/diesel, refill quantity [l] 56
236 Technical data
Tyre pressures
Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load
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])
A14NEL, 235/55 R17, 230/2.3 (34) 230/2.3 (34) 280/2.8 (41) 280/2.8 (41) 240/2.4 280/2.8
A14NET, (35) (41)
A16XHT 235/50 R18,
245/45 R18,
235/45 R19,
245/40 R20,
225/55 R17
Technical data 237
service history of the vehicle. This In addition, the manufacturer may use Radio Frequency
enables the workshop to offer you the collected or received diagnostic
efficient maintenance and repair, data: Identification (RFID)
tailored to your individual vehicle, ■ for the manufacturer's research RFID technology is used in some
each time you bring it back to the needs vehicles for functions such as tyre
workshop. pressure monitoring and ignition
■ to make it available for research
The manufacturer will not access system security. It is also used in
needs where appropriate
driver's behaviour related information connection with conveniences such
confidentiality is maintained and
about a crash event or share it with as radio remote controls for door
need is shown
others except: locking/unlocking and starting, and in-
■ to share summary data which is not vehicle transmitters for garage door
■ with the consent of the vehicle tied to a specific vehicle with other openers. RFID technology in
owner or, if the vehicle is leased, of organisations for research Vauxhall vehicles does not use or
the lessee purposes record personal information or link
■ in response to an official request of with any other Vauxhall system
police or similar government office containing personal information.
■ as part of the manufacturer's
defense in case of legal
proceedings
■ as required by law
240
Index A
Accessories and vehicle
B
Battery discharge protection ...... 122
modifications .......................... 180 Battery voltage ........................... 102
Active head restraints................... 45 Bonnet ....................................... 182
Adaptive forward lighting .......... Brake and clutch fluid................. 224
.................................. 93, 114, 190 Brake and clutch system ............. 89
Adjustable air vents ................... 131 Brake assist ............................... 147
Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- Brake fluid .................................. 185
roll bars..................................... 88 Brakes ............................... 144, 185
Airbag deactivation ................ 61, 88 Breakdown.................................. 218
Airbag system .............................. 56 Bulb replacement ....................... 188
Air conditioning regular
operation ................................ 132 C
Air conditioning system .............. 124 Capacities .................................. 235
Air intake .................................... 131 Car Pass ...................................... 18
Air vents...................................... 131 Catalytic converter ..................... 140
Antilock brake system ................ 144 Central locking system ................ 20
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....... 90 Centre console storage ............... 70
Anti-theft alarm system ................ 25 Changing tyre and wheel size . . . 207
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25 Charging system .......................... 89
Appearance care........................ 220 Child restraint installation
Armrest......................................... 52 locations ................................... 64
Armrest storage ........................... 70 Child restraints.............................. 62
Ashtrays ....................................... 83 Child restraint systems ................ 62
Automatic anti-dazzle .................. 29 Cigarette lighter ........................... 83
Automatic light control ............... 111 Climate control ............................. 14
Automatic locking ........................ 22 Climate control systems............. 123
Automatic transmission ............. 141 Clock............................................. 80
Auxiliary heater........................... 130 Code........................................... 100
241
Control indicators.......................... 86 Electronic Stability Control.......... 148 Following distance indication...... 156
Control of the vehicle ................. 133 Electronic Stability Control and Forward collision alert................. 154
Controls........................................ 76 Traction Control system............ 91 Front airbag system ..................... 60
Convex shape .............................. 28 Electronic Stability Control off....... 91 Front fog lights ........................... 118
Coolant and antifreeze............... 224 End-of-life vehicle recovery ....... 181 Front seats.................................... 46
Cruise control ...................... 93, 151 Engine compartment fuse box ... 197 Front storage................................ 69
Cupholders .................................. 69 Engine coolant ........................... 184 Front turn signal lights ............... 191
Curve lighting.............................. 114 Engine coolant temperature Fuel............................................. 171
gauge ....................................... 85 Fuel consumption - CO2-
D Engine data ............................... 231 Emissions ............................... 173
Danger, Warnings and Cautions . . . 3 Engine exhaust .......................... 139 Fuel for diesel engines .............. 172
Daytime running lights ............... 114 Engine identification................... 227 Fuel for petrol engines ............... 171
Declaration of conformity............ 238 Engine oil ................... 182, 224, 228 Fuel gauge ................................... 85
Diesel fuel system bleeding ....... 187 Engine oil pressure ...................... 92 Fuses ......................................... 196
Diesel particle filter............... 91, 139 Entry lighting .............................. 121
Door open .................................... 93 Event data recorders.................. 238 G
Doors............................................ 23 Exit lighting ................................ 121 Gauges......................................... 83
Driver assistance systems.......... 151 Exterior care .............................. 220 General information ................... 174
Driver Information Centre............. 94 Exterior light ................................. 93 Glovebox ..................................... 68
Driving characteristics and Exterior lighting .................... 12, 110 Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-
towing tips .............................. 174 Exterior mirrors............................. 28 Info-Display .............................. 98
Driving hints................................ 133 Ground clearance....................... 134
F
E Fault ........................................... 143 H
Electric adjustment ...................... 28 First aid......................................... 74 Halogen headlights .................... 188
Electrical system......................... 196 First aid kit ................................... 74 Hand brake......................... 144, 145
Electric parking brake................... 90 Fixed air vents ........................... 131 Hazard warning flashers ............ 117
Electric parking brake fault........... 90 Fog light ....................................... 93 Headlight flash ........................... 112
Electronic climate control system 126 Fog lights ................................... 191 Headlight range adjustment ...... 113
Electronic driving programmes . . 142 Folding mirrors ............................. 28 Headlights................................... 110
242
Headlights when driving abroad 113 Interruption of power supply ...... 143 N
Head restraint adjustment ............. 8 Introduction .................................... 3 New vehicle running-in .............. 134
Head restraints ............................ 44 ISOFIX child restraint systems .... 67 Number plate light ..................... 195
Heated mirrors ............................. 29
Heated rear window ..................... 32 J O
Heated steering wheel ................. 77 Jump starting ............................. 216 Object detection systems........... 156
Heating ........................................ 53 Odometer ..................................... 84
K Oil, engine.......................... 224, 228
Heating and ventilation system . 123 Key, memorised settings.............. 20
High beam ........................... 93, 111 Outside temperature .................... 80
Keys ............................................. 18 Overrun cut-off ........................... 136
High beam assist.................. 93, 112 Keys, locks................................... 18
Hill start assist ........................... 147 P
Horn ....................................... 13, 77 L Parking ................................ 17, 138
Lane departure warning....... 91, 170 Parking assist ............................ 156
I Lashing eyes ............................... 74
Identification plate ..................... 226 Parking brake ............................ 145
Light switch ................................ 110 Parking lights ............................. 118
Ignition switch positions ............. 134 Load compartment ................ 23, 71
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 93 Particulate filter........................... 139
Load compartment fuse box ...... 200 Performance .............................. 232
Indicators...................................... 83 Loading information ..................... 75
Information displays...................... 94 Performing work ........................ 181
Low fuel ....................................... 92 Pollen filter ................................. 131
Instrument cluster ........................ 83
Instrument panel fuse box ......... 199 M Power outlets ............................... 82
Instrument panel illumination ..... 195 Malfunction indicator light ............ 89 Power seat adjustment ................ 50
Instrument panel illumination Manual anti-dazzle ...................... 29 Power steering.............................. 91
control .................................... 119 Manual mode ............................. 142 Power windows ............................ 30
Instrument panel overview ........... 10 Manual transmission .................. 144 Preheating ................................... 91
Interactive driving system........... 149 Memorised settings...................... 20 Puncture..................................... 211
Interior care ............................... 222 Mirror adjustment ........................... 9 Q
Interior lighting............................ 119 Misted light covers ..................... 119 Quickheat................................... 130
Interior lights ...................... 119, 195
Interior mirrors.............................. 29
243