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VAUXHALL Vivaro
Operation, Safety, Maintenance
Owners Manual
Model Year 2008.5
Edition: January 2008
TS 1545-B-08
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Vehicle specific data
Please enter your vehicle ’s data here to keep it ea sily accessible.
This information is available under the section "Technical da ta" as well as on the identification plate and in the Service Booklet.
Fuel
Designation
Engine oil
Grade
Viscosity
Tyre pressure
Tyre size wi th full load
Summer tyres Front Rear
Winter tyres Front Rear
Weights
Permissible Gross Vehicle Weight
– EC kerbweight
= Payload
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Your Vivaro
is an intelligent combination of forward-
looking technology, impressive safety,
environm ental friendliness and economy.
It now lies with you to drive your vehicle
safely and ensure that it performs
perfectly. This Owner’s Manual provides
you with all the necessary information to
that end.
Make sure your passengers are aware of
the possible risk of accident a nd injury
which may result from improper use of the
vehicle.
You must always comply with the specific
laws of the country that you are travelling
through. These la ws may d iffer from the
information in this Owner’s Manual.
When instructed to consult a workshop, w e
r e co mm e nd t h at y o u co n su lt y o ur Va ux ha ll
Authorised Rep airer.
All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers provide
first-class service at reasonable prices.
You will receive quick, reliable and
individual service.
Experienced mechanics, trained by
Vauxhall, work according to specific
Vauxhall instructions.
The Owners Manual should always be kept
in the vehicle: Ready to hand in the glove
compartment.
Make use of the Owner’s Manual:
z Its "In brief" section will give you an initial
overview.
z The table of contents at the beginning of
the Owner’s Manual and within the
individual chapters will show you where
everything is.
z Its index will help you find what you
want.
z It will familiarise you with the
sophisticated technology.
z It will increase your pleasure in your
vehicle.
z It will help you to hand le your vehicle
expertly.
The Owner’s Manual is designed to be
clearly laid-out and easily und erstood.
This symbol signifies:
6 Continue reading on next page.
3 Items marked with an asterisk are not
fitted to all vehicles (model variants,
engine options, models specific to one
country, optional equipment, Vauxhall
genuine parts and accessories).
Yellow arrows in the illustrations serve as
points of reference or indicate some action
to be performed.
Black arrows in the illustrations indicate a
reaction or a second action to be
performed.
Directional data, e.g. left or right, or front
or back, in the descriptions always relates
to th e di rec tion of trave l.
Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall.
We wish you many hours of pleasurable
driving.
Your Vauxhall Team
9 Warning
Text marked 9 Warning provides
information on risk of accident or injury.
Disregard of the instructions may lead to
injuries or endanger life. Inform your
passengers accordingly.
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Contents
In b rief ................. ...................... .................. 2
Locks, doors, windows ...................... ...... 17
Seats, interior. ........................... ............... 30
Instruments, controls................ ............... 59
Lighting ................... ........................... ...... 76
Infotainment system ........... .................... 81
Clim ate control ................ ...................... .. 83
Driving and op eration ............. .............. 91
Dropside b od y................. ...................... 121
Self-help, vehicle care ..... ..................... 125
Service, maintena nce. ....................... .... 147
Technical data ................ ..................... 162
Index........... ...................... ......... ............. 174
Commitment to customer
satisfaction:
Our aim: to ke ep y ou ha ppy w ith y our
vehicle. All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers
offer first class service at competitive
prices. Experienced, factory-trained
technicians work according to factory
instructions. Your Authorised Repairer can
supply you with GENUINE VAUXHALL-
APPROVED PARTS, which have undergone
stringent quality and precision checks, and
of course useful and attractive
VAUXHALL-APPROVED ACCESSORIES.
Our name is your guarantee!
For details of the
Vauxhall Authorised Repa irer Network
please ring this number; 0845 090 2044
In b ri e f2
In brief
Unlocking the vehicle:
Direct remote control unit 3
towards vehicle, press button c,
pull door handle
The doors are unlocked.
To unlock mechanically: insert key and turn
in driver’s door lock, pull door handle.
To lock doors from inside, press central
locking switch 3 located on the lower part
of the instrument panel.
6 Door locking and unlocking -
see page 17,
child safety locks - see page 18,
electronic immobiliser - see page 18,
radio frequency remote control 3 -
see page 19,
central locking system 3 - see page 21,
mechanical anti-theft locking system -
see page 23,
Vauxhall alarm system 3 - see page 24.
Seat adjustment:
Pull handle, slide seat,
release handle, allow seat to
audibly latch into position
Never adjust the driver’s seat while driving.
It could move in an uncontrolled manner
when the handle ha s been pulled.
6 Seat positionsee page 32.
9 Wa rnin g
Important: Do not sit nearer than
10 inches (25 cm) from the steering
wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment.
In brief 3
A djusting the sea t b ack rest:
Pull release lever
Move seat backrest to suit seating position,
it will lock in position when the lever is
released.
6 Seat position – see page 32.
Adjusting the lumbar support 3:
Turn handwheel
Adjust lumbar support to suit personal
re qu ir eme n ts.
Do not lean on seat backrest whilst
adjusting it.
Adjusting armrest support 3:
Adjust armrest support to suit personal
requirements.
z Raise armrest in increments to desired
he ight.
z To reposition, fully raise armrest before
lowering.
In b ri e f4
Adjusting seat height:
Pull lever at side of seat
Pull lever and remove body weight from
seat to raise it or press down on seat with
body weight to lower it.
6 Seat position – see page 32.
Adjusting head restraint height:
Hold firmly and adjust height,
then release
6 Head restraint position see page 32,
further information, removal – see page 33.
Steering wheel adjustment:
Adjust position
Adjust the stee ring wheel only when the
vehicle is stationary.
Move the unlocking lever up wards, adjust
the wheel to the desired position, then
release the lever.
Push the lever firmly downwards to ensure
that the steering wheel is locked in position.
6 Airbag systems - see page 47.
9 Warning
Disregard of these instructions may lead
to injuries or endanger life. Vehicle
passengers must be informed
accordingly.
In brief 5
Fitting seat belt:
Draw seat belt smoothly from
inertia reel, guide over shoulder
and engage in buckle
The belt must not be twisted at any point.
The lap belt must lie snugly against the
body. The backrest must not be tilted back
too far (recommended maximum tilting
angle approx. 25°).
To release belt, press red button on belt
buckle.
6 Seat belts – see pages 36 to 40,
airbag systems – see page 47,
seat position see page 32.
Adjust interior 3 and exterior
mirrors:
Swivel to appropriate position
Move lever on underside of interior mirror
housing to reduce dazzle at night.
6 Mirrors - see page 26.
Electrically adjustable exterior
mirrors 3:
Four-way switch in door panel
Turn switch to left or rig ht: four-way switch
operates corresponding mirror.
6 Mirrors - see page 26.
6In brief
In brief 7
Page
1 Drink holder ........... .......................... ..57
2 Door window defroster vent............. 84
3 Side air v ents .......................... ...........84
4 Front passenger’s airbag 3 ....... 47, 51
5 Centre air vents ..... ......... ................... 83
6 Triple Information Display 3............ 68
Colour Information Display 3 .... ......70
7 Infotainment system 3................... ..81
Electronic tachograph 3 ............ ......82
8 Parking lights, headlight flash,
front fog lights, fog tail light,
dipped and main beam ... ...76, 77, 78
Turn signal lights... ...................... ......78
Pa ge
9 Driv er’s airbag .... ...................... ....... 47
Horn .... ....................... ........ ................ 11
10 Instruments....... ...................... ......... .. 59
11 Windscreen wiper
and wash system ......... ..............74, 75
Rear door and tailgate window
wiper and wash system 3 ................ 75
Trip co mputer 3................ ................ 65
12 Ashtray ... ...................... .................... 57
13 Coin tray
14 Bonnet release .................. ..............126
15 Starter switch ... .......................... ......... 9
16 Head lig ht range adjustment ......... .. 79
ESP®
Plus
3
(Electronic Stability Programme) ..108
Parking distance sensors 3............ 109
17 Steering wheel adjustm ent ... ............. 4
Page
18 Steering wheel mounted
remote control 3 ......... ..................... 81
19 Cigarette lighter.. ....................... ....... 58
20 Central locking 3 ....................... ....... 22
Heated rear windows 3,
heated exterior mirrors 3 ..... ............ 89
Easytronic w inter and laden
programmes 3.................. .......... 93, 94
21 Haz ard warning................ .......... 23, 78
22 Heating and ventilation system ..... 84
Air conditioning system 3......... ....... 87
Rear air conditioning system 3 ....... 88
23 Utility hook
24 Storage tray
25 Glove compartment
26 Fusebox....... .......................... .......... 137
In b ri e f8
Control indicators
Ü Not used
9 Hea dlight dipped b ea m:
see pages 10, 59, 76.
P Hea dlight main beam ,
head light flash :
see pages 10, 59, 76.
r Fog t ail light:
see pages 10, 59, 78.
> Front fog lights 3 :
see pages 10, 59, 78.
u Anti-lock Brake System (ABS):
see pages 59, 112.
8 Di esel par ticle filt er 3:
see pages 60, 106.
F Not used
v
ESP®
Pl us
(Electronic Stability
Pro g ramm e) 3:
see pages 60, 108.
F
Engine oil life monitor 3:
see pages 60, 68, 107.
O Turn signal lights:
see pages 10, 60, 78.
C Stop engine:
see page 60.
o Elec tronic im mobil iser:
see pages 18, 60.
A Service / Engine electronics 3:
see page 60.
D
Preheating / Fuel filter / Engine
electronics 3:
see pages 14, 60.
Y
Fuel level:
see pages 61, 102, 164, 170.
E Engine stop:
see page 61.
p Alternator:
see page 61.
I Engine oil pressure:
see page 61.
R Brake system:
see pages 61, 111, 156.
v
Airbag systems, belt tensioners:
see pages 37, 47, 61.
H
Front passenger airbag
deactivation 3:
see pages 51, 61.
X
Not used
U
Door open 3:
see page 62.
U Not used
Z Exhaust emissions 3:
see pages 62, 104.
B
Not used
Easytronic 3
kg
Laden program me:
see pages 60, 94.
T Footb rake ap plica tion:
see pages 60, 91.
W Transmission electronics:
see pages 60, 96.
A Automat ic mod e:
see pages 60, 92.
V Wi nter program me :
see pages 60, 93.
In brief 9
Starter switch:
Diesel engines
Petrol engines
6 Starting - see page 14,
electronic immobiliser - see page 18,
parking the vehicle - see page 16.
Releasing steering column lock:
Move steering wheel slightly and
turn key to position A
6 Starting - see page 14,
electronic immobiliser - see page 18,
parking the vehicle - see page 16.
Light switch:
6 Headlight warning device - see page 74,
further information - see page 76,
automatic dipped beam activation 3 -
see page 77,
hea dlight ra ng e adjustment - see pag e 79,
headlights when driving abroad -
see page 80,
daytime running lights 3 - see page 76.
St = Ignition off
A = Steering unlocked, ignition off
M = Ignition on: preheating
(see page 14)
D = Start (transmission in neutral)
St = Ignition off
A = Steering unlocked, ignition off
M = Ignition on
D = Start (tran sm ission in ne utra l)
7 =Off
0
=Parking lights
9 P = Dipped or main
beam
In b ri e f10
Fog lights:
6 Fog tail light, front fog lights -
see page 78.
Headlight flash, main beam and
dipp ed beam:
Pull stalk towards steering wheel
6 Further information - see page 77.
Turn sign al lights:
Stalk in rest position
6 For operation of the turn signal lights
when tow ing - see pages 60, 118,
turn signal lights - see page 78.
7 =Off
> =On
(front fog lights 3
only)
>r =On
(front fog lights 3
and fog tail light)
Upwards = Right turn
Do wn wa rds = Left turn
In brief 11
Hazard warning lights:
6 Further information - see pages 23, 78.
Horn:
Press any pa rt of the stee ring wheel c entre
to activate the horn.
6 Airbag systems see page 47,
steering wheel mounted remote control 3 -
see page 81.
Windscreen wiper:
Move stalk downwards
Return the stalk to its original position to
turn off.
6 Further information - see pages 74, 157,
143.
On = Press button ¨
Off = Press button ¨ again
K
KK
K =Timed interval wipe
1 =Slow
2 =Fast
In b ri e f12
Automatic wiping with
rain sensor 3:
Move stalk downwards
Adjust sensitivity:
Rotate adjuster ring
The rain sensor detects the amount of
water on the windscreen a nd automatically
regulates the windscreen wiper frequency.
6 Further information - see p ages 75, 143,
158.
Windscreen wash system:
Pull stalk towards steering wheel
Short pull
The wiper operates for one cycle.
Long p ull
Wash fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen,
at the same time the wiper is operated for
four cycles.
6 Further information - see pages 75, 159.
Rear door and tailgate window
wash wipe system 3:
Rotate switch
6 Further information - see pages 75, 158,
159.
K
KK
K = Automatic wiping
with rain sensor
Less sensitive = Rotate adjuster
forwa rd s
More sensitive = Rotate adjuster
backwards
0=Off
e =Wiper
f =Wash
In brief 13
Manual transmission:
When shifting up from 4th to 5th gear,
pressure must be exerted towards the right
at the beginning of the shift operation.
When shifting from 5th to 4th gear, do not
exert any force towards the left.
Reverse gear: with vehicle sta tionary,
depress clutch p edal, pull up collar and
move gearshift lever to the left aga inst
resistance.
If the gear does not engage: with lever in
neutral, release clutch pedal and depress
again, then repeat gear selection.
Easytronic 3:
The selector lever must be moved in the
appropriate direction as far as it will go.
Upon release, it automatically returns to
the centre position. Pay heed to the
gear / mode indicator in the tra nsmission
display.
6 Further information - see page 91.
Before starting-off, check:
z Tyre pressures and condition.
z Engine oil level a nd fluid levels in engine
compartment (see pages 150 to 153).
z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting
and number plates are free from dirt,
snow and ice and are operationa l.
z Objects are securely located and will not
be thrown forwards in the event of
sudden braking.
z Seats, seat belts and mirrors are
correctly adjusted.
z Brake operation.
o =Neutral
1 to 5/6 = 1st to 5th or 6th 3
gear
R=Reverse gear
N=Neutral
o = Centre position
- = Shift to lower gear
+ = S hift to high er gear
A/M = Switch between
Automatic and
Manual m ode
R=Reverse
In b ri e f14
Exhaust gases are poisonous
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
which is extremely poisonous but has no
odour or colour.
Therefore, never inhale exhaust gases, and
never run the engine in an enclosed space.
You should also avoid driving with the
doors open, as exhaust gases could enter
the passenger compartment.
6 Exhaust gases - see page 107.
Starting, petrol engines:
Transmission in neutral,
depress clutch peda l 3,
do not accelerate,
turn key to position D
The increased engine speed automatically
returns to normal idling speed as the
engine temperature rises.
6 Electronic immobiliser - see page 18,
further information - see pages 97, 99, 101.
Starting, diesel engines:
Tran smission in neutral,
depress clutch pedal 3,
do not accelerate,
turn key to position M,
wait until preheating control
indicator D extinguishes
1)
,
turn key to position D
6 Electronic im mobiliser - see page 18,
engine preheating 3 - see page 60,
diesel fuel system 3 - see page 125,
further information - see pages 97, 99, 101.
1)
Preheating system switches on only if outside
temperature is low.
In brief 15
Drying misted-up or iced-up
windows:
Set temperature rotary knob
to red,
set fan to position 4,
set air distribution to V
Close centre air vents; open side air vents
and direct them towards the door windows.
6 Heating and ventilation system -
see page 84,
air conditioning system 3 - see page 87.
Heated rear windows 3,
heated exterior mirrors 3
6 Further information - see page 89.
To release the handbrake:
Raise lever slightly,
press release button,
lower lever fully
6 Handbrake - see page 112.
Press Ü =On
Press Ü again = Off
In b ri e f16
Parking the vehicle:
z Apply handbrake firmly without pressing
the release button, and a pply as firmly
as possible on slopes.
z Switch engine off by turning ignition key
to po sitio n "St ". Rem ov e ignition key and
turn steering wheel until lock is felt to
engage (anti-theft protection).
z If the vehicle is parked on a flat surface
or an uphill incline, with manual
transmission engage first gear or with
Easytronic 3 move the selector lever to
the centre position before switching off
the ignition. On an uphill incline, also
turn the front whee ls away from the kerb.
z If the vehicle is parked on a downhill
incline, with manual transmission or
Easytronic 3 engage reverse gear before
switching off the ignition. Also turn the
front wheels towards the kerb.
z Lock doors and load compartment with
key in lock or button e or G on remote
control 3.
z To arm the Vauxhall alarm system 3 ,
press button e once, and to activate the
mechanical anti-theft locking system,
press button e twice.
Advice when parking:
z Do not park vehicle on easily ignitable
surfaces as the hot exhaust system
temperatures could cause the surface to
ignite.
z Close windows.
z The engine cooling fans may run after
the engine has been switched off
see page 97.
6 Further information - see pages 18, 97,
radio frequency remote control 3 -
see page 19,
central locking system 3 - see page 21,
Vauxhall alarm system 3 - see page 24.
That was a brief overview of the
most important in forma tion f or
your first drive in your Vivaro.
Your vehicle has still more
instruments and controls,
possibly also optional
equipment.
The rema in ing ch apters of the
Owner’s Manual contain
important information on
operation, safety and
maintenance as well as a
complete index.
Locks, doors, windows 17
Locks, doors, windows
Replacement keys
The key is a constituent of the electronic
immobiliser. Ordering keys from a Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer guarantees problem -
free operation of the electronic
immobiliser. Keep spare key accessible in a
safe place.
Locks - see page 146.
Door locking and unlocking
From outside:
Pull outside handle to open the front door.
Radio frequency remote control 3 -
see page 19,
central locking system 3 - see page 21,
mechanical anti-theft locking system -
see page 23.
From inside:
Pull the inside lever to open the front door.
The door can be locked or unlocked by
pushing / pulling t he interior lock button 3
or using the central locking switch 3 -
see page 22.
To prevent the driver from being
inadvertently locked out, the front doors
cannot be locked when they are open.
The tailgate can be opened by pushing
down the tailgate interior release 3.
Lock cylinders
Designed to free-wheel if they are
forcefully rotated without the correct key or
if the correct key is not fully inserted.
To reset, turn cylinder with the correct key
until its slot is v ertical, rem ov e key a nd then
re-insert it. If the cylinder still free-w heels,
turn the key through 180° and repeat
operation.
Car Pass 3
The Car Pass contains all of the vehicle’s
data and should therefore not be kept in
the vehicle.
Hav e y our Car Pass to ha nd when
consulting a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Replacement keys ............ .................. 17
Door locking and unlocking...... ......... 17
Lock cylinders ............... ...................... 17
Ca r Pass 3 ......................... .................. 17
Child safety lock ............... ......... ......... 18
Electronic immobiliser....... .................. 18
Radio frequency remote control 3 .... 19
Central locking system 3 .......... ......... 21
Mechanical anti-theft locking system 23
Vauxhall alarm system 3................... 24
Sliding side doors 3...... ...................... 25
Rear doors 3................. ......... ............. 25
Tailgate 3 ....... ....................... ............. 26
Mirrors...... .......................... .................. 26
Window s...... ...................... .................. 28
Sunvisors............... ...................... ......... 29
Locks, doors, windows18
C hild safety lo ck
The child safety lock for the sliding side
door 3 is located on its rearward facing
edge.
To engage, turn knob from the vertical
position: anticlockwise for right-hand side
door or clockwise for left-hand side door.
Door cannot then be opened from inside.
Electronic immobiliser
The system check s whether the v ehicle may
be started using the key that has been
inserted. If the key is recognised as
"authorised" the vehicle can be started.
The check is carried out via a transponder
hou sed in the ke y.
The electronic imm obiliser is automatically
activated when the key is removed from
the starter switch.
The electronic imm obiliser is automatically
activated when the key is removed from
the starter switch and also if the key is left
in the starter switch when the engine is
turned off. Reinsert the key to start the
engine.
C ontrol indic ator for im mobiliser
The control indicator illuminates when the
ignition is switched on then exting uishes.
If the control indicator flashes rapidly after
the ignition is switched on, there is a fault in
the immobiliser system.
z Turn ignition off and remove key,
z wait approx. 2 seconds,
z then repeat starting procedure.
If the control indicator fails to extinguish,
try to start the engine using the spare key.
Obtain assistance from a workshop.
Not e
The immobiliser does not lock the doors.
Therefore, after leaving the vehicle, always
lock it and switch on the Vauxhall alarm
system 3.
9 Wa rning
Use the child safety lock whenever
children are occupying the rear seats 3.
Disregard may lead to injuries or
endanger life. Vehicle passengers must
be informed accordingly.
Locks, doors, windows 19
Radio frequency remote control 3
The remote control is used to operate the
central locking system 3.
Depending on model, the vehicle may use
a remote control with two or three buttons
(selective door locking).
The remote control has a range of approx.
5 metres. This range can be affected by
outside influences. Aim the remote control
at the vehicle to operate.
For your convenience, we recommend that
the central locking system is always
operated using the remote control unit.
Treat the remote control unit with care; it
should be protected against moisture and
should not be operated unnecessarily.
C entra l lock ing system 3
see page 21.
Mechanical anti-theft locking system
see page 23.
Vauxhall alarm system 3
see page 24.
Locks, doors, windows20
Note
If the central locking system 3 cannot be
opera ted with the remote control, this may
be due to the following reasons:
z The remote control is out of range.
z The battery voltage of the remote
control is too low. Change the battery in
the remote control unit.
z The remote control has been operated
too many time s in succe ssion outside the
vehicles reception range (e.g. at too
great a distance from the vehicle).
The remote control must be
reprogrammed, we recommend you
consult a workshop.
z Interference from higher p ow er radio
waves from other sources.
Lock or unlock the doors manually using
the key or central locking switch 3.
Manual locking does not operate the
central locking system. Have cause of fault
remedied by a workshop.
Changing the battery in remote control
unit
Replace the battery in a ccordance with the
Service Booklet or when the range of the
remote control starts to become reduced.
Two function remote control unit:
Open the battery compartment by
inserting a coin into the slot and twisting.
Ensure the new battery is installed
correctly.
Replace the cover and press until it is fully
engaged.
Sele cti ve door lock ing rem ote cont rol unit :
Open the battery compartment by
removing the screw on the rear cover, then
inserting a coin into the slot and twisting .
Ensure the new battery is installed
correctly.
Replace the cover and press until it is fully
engaged, then replace and secure screw.
Make sure that you dispose of old batteries
in accordance with environmental
protection regulations.
Locks, doors, windows 21
Central locking system 3
For front, side and rear doors 3, tailgate 3
and tank flap 3.
With selective door locking 3 , the
passenger compartment a nd rear load
compartment are loc ked and unlocked
separately.
To unlock - two function remote control:
Press button c on remote control unit:
z Hazard warning lights flash once.
z Doors are unlocked.
To unl oc k - selectiv e d oor locking :
Press button c on remote control unit:
z Hazard warning lights flash once.
z Doors of the passenger com partment
only are unlocked.
To lock - tw o func tion remote control :
Press button e on remote control unit:
z Hazard warning lights flash twice.
z Doors are locked.
To lock - selec tive door l ocking:
Press button e on remote control unit:
z Hazard warning lights flash twice.
z Passenger compartment doors only are
locked.
Always ensure that the side door 3 ,
tailgate 3 or rear doors 3 are properly
closed before locking the vehicle with the
remote control.
Manually locking or unlocking a door with
the key does not operate the central
locking system.
For manual operation of the tank flap -
see page 103.
9 Wa rnin g
For safety reasons, the vehicle cannot be
locked if the ignition key is in the starter
switch.
Locks, doors, windows22
Rear load compa rtment doors / tailg ate -
selective door locking
To unlock:
Press button G on remote control unit.
The rear load com partment doors /
tailgate are unlocked.
If no door is opened within approx.
30 second s after the v ehicle has been
unlocked via the remote control, the vehicle
is relocked automatically.
To lock:
Press button G on remote control unit.
The rear load com partment doors /
tailgate are locked.
Central l oc king sw itch 3
Use the central locking switch to lock or
unlock the doors from inside the vehicle.
Pre ss e on the switch to lock or U on the
switch to unlock.
Autom atic locking 3
The central locking system can be
activated to automatically lock the doors
as soon as a speed of approx.
4 mph (6 km/h) is reached.
To activate
With the ignition switched on, press e on
the central locking switch and hold for
approx. 5 seconds, until audible
confirmation is heard.
To deactivate
With the ignition switched on, press U on
the central locking switch and hold for
approx. 5 seconds, until audible
confirmation is heard.
Unlocking the door
The doors are unlocked by opening any
door from inside the vehicle or by
operating the central loc king sw itch.
9 Wa rnin g
If a rear door is opened, it will
automatically be relocked when the
vehicle reaches a speed of approx.
4 mph (6 km/h).
Locks, doors, windows 23
Fault
In the event of a fault, e.g. automatic
locking doesn’t take place, ensure all the
doors hav e been properly closed . Che ck to
ensure that the automatic locking function
has not been deactivated inadvertently. If
this is the case, switch the ignition off and
on again and reactivate the system as
described previously.
If the automatic loc king function still fails to
operate, we recommend that you seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Slam door locks 3
For certain Van models
1)
th e s lid ing sid e
door and rear door locks are isolated for
added security.
Whilst the front doors are locked and
unlocked using the remote control key in
the normal way, the sliding side door and
re ar d oor can only be op ened by m anual
operation of the vehicle key.
Mechanical anti-theft locking
system
To lock:
All doors must be closed; press button e on
the remote control unit 3 again within
10 seconds after locking. Hazard warning
lights flash 5 times.
-or-
Turn key in driver's door lock towards front
of vehicle again within 10 seconds after
locking, then turn it back to the vertical
position and remove.
Interior lock buttons 3 on all doors are
positioned such that doors cannot be
opened.
Importa nt:
When the ha zard warning lights or parking
lights are on, the mechanical anti-theft
locking system will not be activated.
9 Wa rning
If you decide on having the system active
(with the doors closed) while driving, it
may become difficult for those assisting
you in gaining access to your vehicle in
the event of an emerge ncy.
1)
Not available with mechanical anti-theft
locking system.
9 Wa rnin g
Do not use the system if there are people
in the vehicle! The doors cannot be
unlocked from inside.
Locks, doors, windows24
To unlock:
Press button c on remote control unit 3.
Hazard warning lights flash once.
-or-
Turn key in driver's door lock towards rear
of vehicle, then turn it back to the vertical
position and remove.
Vauxhall alarm system 3
The system monitors:
z Front a nd side doors.
z Rear doors or tailgate 3 , bonnet.
z Passenger comp artment.
z Starter switc h.
z Siren power supply 3.
The remote control unit 3 is used to
operate the anti-theft alarm system.
To activate
All doors must be fully closed:
Press button e on the remote control;
the turn signal lights flash twice.
If the turn signal lights do not flash on
activation, this may indicate that a door or
the bonnet is not fully closed.
To deactivate
Press button c on the remote control;
the turn signal lights flash once.
If the alarm has been triggered, the turn
signal lights w ill not flash upon
deactivation.
When unlocking the v ehicle using the key ,
the alarm will sound: to deactivate, insert
the key and switch on the ignition.
Not e
The anti-theft alarm system cannot be
deactivated in any other way, so keep a
spare key in a safe place.
Alarm
During a switch-on phase, the sensors can
trigger a maximum of 10 times
1)
.
The alarm takes the form of:
z an acoustic signal
(horn, 25 seconds)
and
z a visual sig nal
1)
(turn signal lights, 25 seconds).
9 Wa rning
Unlocking is not possible in any other
way, so keep spare key to hand in a safe
place!
1)
Varies from country to coun try on account of
national regu lation s.
Locks, doors, windows 25
Passenger compartment monitoring
When the anti-theft alarm is activated, the
system automatically monitors the inside
of the v ehicle for m ovem ent.
To disable the passenger compartment
monitoring, (for example if an anim al is to
be left in the vehicle):
z Press and hold button e on the remote
control.
z An audible beep will sound to confirm
that the passenger com partment
monitoring func tio n is disabled .
The disa ble monitoring function will remain
until the alarm is deactivated or the doors
unlocked.
Alar m back-up syst em 3
The alarm system has a battery back-up
siren unit which, in the event of its power
sup ply being disconnected or
disconnection of the vehicle battery, will
sound for approx. 5 minutes on its interna l
batteries.
If the vehicle battery has to be
disconnected it will be necessary to
deactivate the alarm system.
To stop the siren if activated, reconnect the
vehicle ba ttery and press button c on
remote control unit.
Sliding side doors 3
Open the door by pulling the outside
handle, or by pulling the interior lever to
the rear, then sliding the door backwards.
To close the door, slid e it fully forwards and
ensure it is fully closed.
The door can be locked or unlocked with
the remote control 3, the central locking
switch 3 or by the interior lock switch.
Ensure the side door is closed before
driving the vehicle.
Rear doors 3
The doors can be locked or unlocked with
the remote control 3 , the central locking
switch 3, or the key 3.
To open the left-hand rear door, pull the
outside handle. The door is opened from
inside the vehicle by pulling the interior
handle.
The right-hand rear door is released using
the lever (arrowed).
9 Wa rnin g
The rear lights may be obscured if the
rear doors are open and the vehicle is
parked on the roadside. You should
make other road users aware of your
vehicle, by using a warning triangle or
othe r eq uipm ent specified by your
countrys road traffic regulations.
Locks, doors, windows26
The d oors are retained in the 90º position
by locking stays.
To open the doors to 180º or further 3, pull
the door release handles and swing open
to the desired position.
Always close the right-hand door before
the left-ha nd door.
Tailgate 3
To open: press button and lift tailgate to
fully op en po sition .
In very cold climates, the opening
assista nce provided by the tailgate
hydraulic struts may be reduced.
The tailgate can be locked or unlocked
with the remote control 3 or the central
locking switch 3.
Close tailgate using the interior strap.
Ensure tailgate is fully closed.
Mirrors
Interior 3 and exterior mirrors
To adjust mirrors, swivel to appropriate
position.
Move lever on underside of interior mirror
housing to reduce dazzle at night.
Take care when driving with interior mirror
adjusted for night vision. Rear view may be
slightly distorted in this position.
9 Wa rning
Ensure extended opening doors 3 are
secured when fully opened.
Opened doors may slam closed due to
the force of the wind!
9 Warning
Ensure there is adeq ua te cle arance both
above (at least 2.15 m ) and behind when
opening tailga te.
Locks, doors, windows 27
Elec trically ad justable exterior mirror s 3 :
Adjust mirrors using switch located in
drivers door.
Operational with the ignition on or off.
Turn switch to left:
Switch operates left-hand mirror.
Turn switch to right:
Switch operates right-hand mirror.
Switch in central position:
Mirror adjustment is off.
The lower aspherical mirrors are not
adjustable.
For the safety of pedestrians, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position in the event of an
accident-like impact.
Aspherica l exterior m irror
The aspherically curved mirror glass
increases the field of view. Estimating the
distance away from vehicles following you
is only possible to a limited extent because
of slight distortion.
Locks, doors, windows28
Windows
Door windows
The door windows can be operated with
the crank.
Electrically operated door windows 3
With the ignition switched on, operate the
driver’s wind ow using the switch located in
the driver’s door.
To open the window, push the top of the
switch and to close, pull the top of the
switch. The window stops when the switch
is released.
Autom atic oper ation 3
With the ignition switched on, briefly push
or pull the switch to fully open or close the
driver’s window. Briefly push or pull the
switch aga in to stop the window during this
operation.
9 Wa rning
Care must be taken when operating the
elec trically operated windows. There is a
risk of injury, particularly for children, and
a danger that articles could become
trap ped. Vehicle passengers must be
informed accordingly.
Make sure tha t all vehicle occupants
know how to operate the windows
correctly.
Keep a close watch on the windows when
closing them. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they move.
Before leaving the vehicle, remove the
ignition key in order to prevent
unauthorized operation; risk of injury.
Locks, doors, windows 29
With the ignition switched on, the front
passenger’s window is similarly operated
by a switch in the front passenger’s door or
the respective switch in the driver’s door.
Slidi ng side window s 3
To open, pull up catch and slide open.
To close, pull up catch and slide window
until catch engages.
Note: during window opening or closing,
keep the catch raised to allow the glass
sufficient clearance.
Su nvisors
The sunvisors are padded and can be
swung up, down and to the side, for
protec tion of the driver and passenger
against glare.
Seats, interior30
Seats, interior
Front sea ts
Adjust seat longi tudinally 3:
To adjust, pull the handle on the front seat,
slide the seat and release the handle.
Ad justing front seat backrests
To adjust, pull release lever, move seat
backrest to suit seating position and lock in
position when the lever is released .
Do not lean on seat backrest whilst
adjusting it.
Front sea ts ............... ........................... 30
Head restraints ................. .................. 32
Rear seats 3 ........................... ............. 33
Three-stage restraint system ........ ..... 36
Three-point seat belts .. ...................... 36
Belt tensioners................... .................. 37
Using the belts ..... .......................... ..... 39
Child restraint systems 3 .............. ..... 41
Airbag systems ................. .................. 47
Front passenger airbag deactivation 3 51
Load compartment net 3 ......... ......... 54
Load compartment cover 3 . ............. 54
Ashtray ........ ...................... .................. 57
Drink holders ................. ...................... 57
Warning triangle ¨ 3, First-aid kit +3 58
Power outlets .................... .................. 58
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving, as they
could move uncontrollably.
Important: Do not sit nearer than
10 inches (25 cm) from the steering
wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment.
Seats, interior 31
Adjusting the lumbar support 3
To adjust, turn the handwheel whilst
relieving the load on the backrest.
Adjust lumbar support to suit personal
requirements.
Adjusting armrest support 3:
Adjust armrest support to suit personal
re qu ir eme n ts.
z Raise armrest in increments to desired
height.
z To reposition, fully raise armrest before
lowering.
Ad justing seat height 3
To adjust, pull lever at side of seat.
Pull lever and remove body weight from
seat to raise it or press down on seat with
body weig ht to lower it.
Seats, interior32
Seat position
Adjust drivers seat such that with the
driver sitting upright the steering wheel is
held in the area of its upper spokes with the
driver’s arms slightly bent.
The seat backrests must not be tilted too
far back (recommended maximum tilting
angle approx. 25°).
Head restraints
Adjusting head restraint height, hold firmly
and adjust height, then release.
Do not a ttach objects or components that
are not approved for the Vivaro, to the
head restraints. These affect the protective
effect of the head restraints and can be
propelled through the vehicle in an
uncontrolled m anner if the driver brakes
hard or an accident occurs.
Head restra int position
The centre of the head restraint should be
at eye level.
Adjust to highest position if this is not
possible for extremely tall people, and
adjust to lowest position for extremely
small people.
9 Wa rning
Disreg ard can lead to injurie s which could
be fatal. Vehicle pa ssengers m ust be
informed accordingly.
9 Wa rnin g
Disregard ca n lead to injuries which c ould
be fatal. Vehicle passengers must be
informed accordingly.
Seats, interior 33
Head restraint remova l
To remove the head restraints, pull lock tab
and pull the restraint upwards.
Stow head restraints securely in load
compartment. Do not drive with head
restraints removed if the seat is occupied.
Rear seats 3
On some model variants, the rear
passenger compartment offers storage in
the seat trims.
To enable long items to be stored under
the seats, the centre rear seat trim cover 3
can be unclipped.
The load cap acity can be increased furthe r
by folding or removing the rear seats 3.
When folding or removing the rear seat
ensure the armrests 3 a re folded away in
their most upright position. Also remove
the low er seat trim side pockets 3
disconnecting them from the locating clips.
Seats, interior34
Rear seat ac cess 3
To facilitate access to the rear seats, fold
the seat backrest forwards. If necessary
release the two-latch seat belt from its
buckles.
Fold ing seats 3
On some model variants, the load area can
be increased by folding up the rear seats.
Remove the head restraints. Pull the side
ha ndle to re le as e th e backre st and fold
forwards onto the seat cushion, if
necessary releasing the two-latch seat
belts from their buckles.
Release both locking bars at the rear base
of the seat by pulling backwards.
Lift and fold the seat assembly, until the
seat frame rests in place.
To return the folding seat to the upright
position, support the seat assembly and
release the bar by pulling the bar directly
towards you. Gradually lower the seat
assembly, allow ing the rear support legs to
fold down. Lower the seat completely,
ensuring the rear sup port legs are located,
and latched. Raise the backrest, reinstall
head restraints and connect the seat belts.
9 Wa rning
Ensure that the backrest returns to its
correct position a nd the seat belt buckles
engage securely - see page 39, 40.
9 Warning
When folding the seat use caution -
beware of moving parts. Ensure the seat
is secure when completely folded.
9 Wa rnin g
When installing the seat, ensure that the
seat is properly located on the anchor
points and that the locking catches a re
fully engaged, the b ackrest is returned to
the correct position and the seat belts are
engaged securely.
Seats, interior 35
Removable rear seats 3
On some model variants, the load area can
be increased by removing the rear seats.
Release the seats by pressing down and
sliding forward the locking c atch located
on the left and right-hand seat mountings.
With both catches raised, push the seat
unit towards the rear and release them
from the floor anchor points. The seat can
then be lifted out.
The seats must be removed through the
sliding door only.
9 Warning
Removable seats are heavy! Do not
attempt to remove without assistance.
When installing the seats, ensure tha t the
seats are properly located on the anchor
points and that the locking catches are
fully engaged.
9 Wa rnin g
When re-installing seats always ensure
that the row with the folding access
se at B is positioned correctly in front of
the fixed seat row A.
If the seats are incorrectly positioned,
access for passengers is seriously
impeded. Disregard of these instructions
may endanger life.
Seats, interior36
Three-stage restraint system
The system comprises
z Three-point seat belts.
z Belt tensioners on the front seats.
z Airbag sy ste ms for driver, front
passenger 3 and outboa rd rear seat
occ upa nts 3 .
The three stages are activated in sequence
depending on the seriousness of the
accident:
z The automatic seat belt locking d evices
prevent the belt strap from being pulled
out and thus ensure that the vehicle
occupants are retained in their seats.
z The front seat belt buckles are pulled
downwards. As a result, the seat belts
are instantaneously tightened and the
occupants are made awa re of the
deceleration of the vehicle at a very early
stage. This reduces stress placed on the
body.
z The airbag system is additionally
trigg ered in the event of a serious
accident involving a frontal impact and
forms a sa fe ty cushio n for the drive r an d
front passenger 3. The side airbag
system 3 protects the occupants in the
front of the vehicle in the eve nt of side-on
collisions.
Three-point seat belts
The vehicle is equipped with three-point
seat belts with automatic retrac tors and
locking devices, allowing freedom of body
movement although the spring tensioned
belts are alwa ys a snug fit.
The belt has a “vehicle sensitive retractor”
which is designed to lock during heavy
acceleration or deceleration in any
direction.
In the event of an accident, people not
wearing seat belts endanger their fellow
occupants and themselves.
Seat belts are designed to be used by only
one person at a time. They are only
suitable for children a ged up to 12 or
smaller than 150 cm if used in conjunction
with a child restraint.
9 Warning
The airbag system serves to supplement
the three-point seat belts and belt
te nsione rs. T he seat b elts mu st the re fore
always be worn. Disregard of these notes
can lead to injuries which may be fatal.
Vehicle passeng ers must be informed
accordingly.
Be sure to read the detailed descriptions
of all the restraint systems on the
following pages!
9 Wa rnin g
Always wear your seat belt - and that
means also in urban traffic and when you
are a rear seat passenger. It can save
your life!
Pregnant women too must always wear a
se at be lt.
Seats, interior 37
Inspection of belts
Check all parts of the belt system
periodically for damage and function.
Replace damaged components. After an
accident, have the belts and triggered belt
tensioners replaced by a workshop.
Do not perform any alterations on the
belts, their anchora ges, the autom atic
retractors or the belt buckles.
Make sure that belts are not damaged or
trapped by sharp-edged objects.
Belt tensioners
The seat belt systems incorporate belt
tensioners. In the event of a front or rear
impact the belt buckles are pulled
downwards; the diagonal and la p belts are
instantaneously tightened.
Act uation of belt tensioners
The belt tensioners must be replaced after
activation by a workshop.
The seat belts remain fully operational
even when the belt tensioners have been
actuated.
9 Wa rnin g
The belt tensioners are operational only
when the control indicator is unlit.
Seats, interior38
Belt tensioner s c ont rol indic ator v
The seat belt tensioners are monitored
ele ctronic ally together with the airbag, and
their operational readiness shown by the
control indicator in the instrument cluster.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator v illuminates, then
extinguishes. If it does not illuminate or if it
illuminates while d riving, there is a fault in
the airbag system or the belt tensioners
(also see page 50).
The systems integrated self-diagnostics
allows faults to be quickly remedied.
Imp or tant
z Accessories not released for your vehicle
type and other ob jects must not be fixed
or placed within the action zone of the
belt tensioners as they may result in
injury if the belt tensioners are triggered.
z Do not make any modifications to the
components of the belt tensioners, as
this may result in unintended actuation
of the belt tensioners, rendering the
vehicle unroadworthy and causing
serious personal injury.
z The belt tensioner and airbag system
control electronics can be found in the
centre console area. In order to avoid
malfunctions, do not store magnetic
objects in this area.
z We recommend that you have the front
se ats remove d by a w orkshop in the
event of actuation of the belt tensioners.
z When using the rear seats, ensure that
the front seat belt components are not
damaged by shoes or other objects.
Avoid dirt getting in the retractors.
z The belt tensioners only actuate once,
indicated by continuous illumination of
control indicator v in the instrum ent
cluster. Deployed belt tensioners must be
replaced by a workshop.
z When disp osing of the v ehicle, plea se
observe the applicable safety
regulations. Please have the vehicle
disposed of by a company which reuses
vehicle parts.
9 Wa rning
Have the cause of the fault remedied by
a workshop.
9 Warning
Improper handling (e.g. removal or
installation) can activate the belt
tensioners risk of injury.
Seats, interior 39
Using the belts
Fitting the b el t
Pull the belt out evenly from the retractor
and guide it across the body, making
certa in that it is not twisted.
Insert the latch plate into the buckle. The
seat backrest must not be tilted back too
far; the recommended angle of inclination
is approx. 25°. The lap belt must not be
twisted and must fit snugly across the
body. Tension the belt frequently while
driving by tugging the diagonal part of the
belt.
Bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting
properly. The belt must not rest against
hard or fragile objects in the pockets of
your clothing (e.g. ballpoint pens, keys,
spectacles) because these could cause
injury. Do not place any objects (e.g.
handbags) between the belt and your
body.
Upp er anchorage point
height adjustment 3
z Do not adjust height while driving,
z slide adjuster up or down to d esired
position.
Adjust height such that the belt passes
over the wearer’s shoulder and rests
against the shoulder. It must not pass over
the neck or upper arm.
9 Warning
On pregnant women in particular the lap
belt must be positioned as low as
possible across the pelvis in order to
prevent pressure on the abdomen.
Seats, interior40
Removing the belt
To remove the belt, depress the red button
on the buckle; the belt will retract
automatically.
Tw o-latc h belt 3
Before fitting the belt, first insert lower
latch plate into the buckle on the outside of
the seat.
The belt can now be used in the same way
as a standard seat belt.
9 Wa rnin g
The seat belt will not be effective in the
event of an accident if the lower latch is
not correctly fitted.
When releasing the seat belt, ensure that
the central buckle is alwa ys released
before the buckle on the side of the seat.
Always remove the lower latch plate from
the outside buckle before removing seats
from the vehicle or to facilitate access to
the rear seats 3 - see page 33.
Seats, interior 41
Child restraint systems 3
Vauxhall child restraint systems are
designed specifically for your vehicle and
thus provide optimum safety for your child
in the event of impact. The use of a
Vauxhall child restraint system is therefore
recommended.
Selecting the rig ht system
Your child should be transported facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. It is appropriate to change the
system when the childs head can no longer
be p rope rly supported at eye height. The
child’s neck area is still very weak and in an
accident they suffer less stress in the semi-
prone rearward position than when sitting
up right.
Not e
z Children under 12 years or under 150 cm
tall should only travel in an appropriate
child restraint.
z When transporting children, use the child
restra int systems suitable for the child's
weight.
z Ensure that the child restraint system to
be installed is c ompatible with the
vehicle type.
z The fabric cover of the Vauxhall child
restraint system can be wiped clean with
a damp cloth.
z Do not stick anything on the child
restraint systems and do not cover them
with any other materials.
z A child restraint system which has been
subjected to stress in an accident must
be replaced.
z Ensure that the mounting location of the
child restraint system within the vehic le is
correct.
z You should als o ob se rve the instructions
on installa tion and use supplied with the
child restraint system.
9 Wa rning
While using a child restraint system on
the front passenger’s seat, the airbag
system s for the front pa ss enge rs se at
must be deactivated (see page 51);
if not, the triggering of the front or side
airbag poses the risk of fatal injury to the
child.
This is especially the case if rearw ard-
fac ing child restraint systems are used on
the front p assenge rs seat.
Seats, interior42
The following Vauxhall child restraint
systems have been approved for
installation in your Vivaro:
If child restraint systems of other
manufac ture are to be installed, ensure
that they conform to the appropriate
safety regulations.
The country in w hich y ou are trav elling
may prohibit child restraint installation in
certain locations. Always observe local or
national regulations.
Group, weight and age
class
1)
1)
We recommend the use of each system
until the child reaches the upper weight
li mit .
Vauxhall
system
0
0+
From birth - 10 kg,
0 - 10 months
From birth - 13 kg,
0 - 2 years
Baby Safe
I From 9 - 18 kg,
8 months - 4 years
Duo ISOFIX
II
II I
from 15 - 25 kg,
3 years - 7 years
from 22 - 36 kg,
6 years - 12 years
Kid
9 Wa rning
Disre gard of these instructions m ay lea d
to injuries or endanger life.
Seats, interior 43
Front seats - all model variants
Group, weight and age class
Fa cing
direction
Single seat - front passenger
1)
1)
If adjusta ble, ens ure seat is in its r earmo st po sition. Make sure vehicle s eat b elt is as straight a s pos sib le b etw een sh oulder and upper anchorage point.
Bench seat - front passenger
without
airbag
with airbag
- no side
airbag
with side
airbag
without airbag with airbag
centre outer centre outer
0:
0+:
up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months
up to 13 kg or approx. 2 yea rs
Rearward U U
2)
2)
Ensure the front passengers airbag system is deactivated when installing a child restraint in this position. See page 51.
U
2)
X
U
X U
2)
I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months - 4 years Forward U U
2)
U
2)
UF U UF U
2)
II :
II I:
15 to 25 kg or approx. 3 - 7 years
22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 - 12 years
Forward U U
2)
U
2)
UF U UF U
2)
U = Suitable for universal category child restraint systems for use in this mass group, in conjunction with three-point seat belt.
UF = Suitable for universal category forward-facing child restraint systems for use in this mass group, in conjunction with three-point seat belt.
X = Seat position not suitable for children of this mass group.
9 Wa rning
While using a child restraint system on the front p assenger’s seat, the airbag systems for the front passenger’s seat must be deac tiv ated
(see page 51); if not, the triggering of the front or side airbag poses the risk of fatal injury to the child.
This is especially the case if rearw ard-facing child restraint systems are used on the front passeng ers seat.
44 Seats, interior
Combi - rear seats
Group, weight and age class
Facing
direction
2nd row bench seat 3rd row bench seat
Outer Centre Outer Centre
0:
0+:
up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months
up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years
Rearward
U
U,+ XX
I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months - 4 years Forward
UU,+
X
X
II :
II I:
15 to 25 kg or approx. 3 - 7 yea rs
22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 - 12 years
Forward U
U
X
X
U = Suitable for universal category restraint system s for use in this m ass group, in con jun ctio n with three-point seat belt.
L = Suitable only for specifically approved child restraints. Vauxhall has approved child restraint systems from theBaby-safe, ’Duo-ISOFIX’ and ’Kid
ranges.
+ = Seat w ith ISOFIX mou nting a vailable. Wh en m ountin g ISOFIX, only ISOFIX ch ild restraint systems that h ave been appro ved for the vehicle may be used.
X = Seat position not suitable for children of this mass group.
Seats, interior 45
Tour - rear seats
Group, weight and age class
Faci ng
direction
2nd row benc h seat 3rd row bench seat
Outer Centre Outer Centre
0:
0+:
up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months
up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years
Rearward
U
U,+ XX
I: 9 t o 18 kg or approx. 8 months - 4 years Forward
U
U,+ X
X
II :
II I:
15 to 25 kg or ap prox. 3 - 7 years
22 to 36 kg or ap prox. 6 - 12 years
Forward U U X
X
U = Suitable for universal category child restraint systems for use in this mass group, in conjunction with three-point seat belt.
L = Suitable only for specifically approved child restraints. Vauxhall has approved child restraint systems from theBaby-safe, ’Duo-ISOFIX’ and ’Kid
ranges.
+ = Seat with ISOFIX mounting available. When mounting ISOFIX, only ISOFIX child restraint systems th at have been approved for the vehicle may be used.
X = Seat position not suitable for children of this mass group.
46 Seats, interior
Double Cab - rear seats
Group, weight and age class
Facing
direction
Rear bench seat
Outer Centre
0:
0+:
up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months
up to 13 kg or approx. 2 yea rs
Rearward
XX
I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months - 4 years Forward
XX
II :
II I:
15 to 25 kg or approx. 3 - 7 years
22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 - 12 years
Forward X
X
X = Seat position not suitable for children of this mass group.
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Airbag systems
Front airbags
The front airbag system is identified by the
wordAirbag” on the steering wheel and
above the glove compartment 3.
The front airbag system comprises:
z An airbag with an inflator in the steering
wheel, and a second one behind the trim
panel above the glove compartment 3.
z The control elec tronics with impact
se nsor.
z The airbag system control indicator v in
the in strume nt cluster.
z Front passenger airbag deactivation 3.
The front airbag system is triggered:
z Depending on the severity of the
accident.
z Depending on the type of impact.
z Within the range shown in illustration
S 11741.
z Independently of the side airbag 3 and
curtain airbag systems 3.
Exa mples:
z Impact against a non-yielding obstacle:
the front airbag is triggered at low
vehicle speed.
z Impact against a yielding obstacle (such
as another vehicle): the front a irbag is
only triggered at a higher vehicle speed.
When triggered, the drivers airbag and
front passenger’s airbag 3 inflate in
milliseconds and form safety cushions for
the driver a nd front pa ssenge r. The
forward movement of the driver and front
passenger is checked and the risk of
injuries to the upper body and head are
thereby substantially reduced.
z No impairment of view will occur,
because the airbags inflate and deflate
so q uick ly .
9 Wa rnin g
The front airbag system provides
optimum protection when the seat,
backrest and head restraint are correctly
adjusted. Adjust the driver's seat
according to the occupant's height such
that with the driver sitting upright, the
steering wheel is held in the area of its
upper spokes with the driver's arms
slightly bent. The front passengers seat
should be as far back as possible, with
the backrest upright. Do not place the
he ad, body , ha nds or feet on th e cove r of
the airbag system.
Do not place any objec ts in the area in
which the airbags inflate.
The three-point seat belt must be
correctly fitted (see page 39).
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The front airbag system will not be
triggered in the event of:
z The ignition being switched off.
z Minor frontal collisions.
z Accidents in which the vehicle overturns.
z Collisions involving a side or rear-impact
where it would not be of benefit to the
occ upa nts.
Side airbags 3
The side airbags are m ounted on the
outboard side s of the front seat backre sts
to protect the occupants in the event of a
se vere side-imp act.
The side airbag system comprises:
z An airbag with inflator in the back of the
driver's and front passenger's seat
respectively.
z The control electronics.
z Side-impact sensors.
z The airbag systems control indicator v in
the instrument cluster.
The side airbag system will be triggered:
z Depending on the severity of the
accident,
z Depending on the type of impact.
z Within the range shown in illustration
S 11743.
z Independently of the front airbag
sy ste m.
9 Wa rning
Seat belts must therefore always be worn.
The front airbag system serves to
supplement the three-point seat belts. If
you do not wea r your seat belt you risk
being seriously injured, or even thrown
from the vehic le, in the event of an
accident.
The be lt he lps to ke ep y ou in the correct
seating position, in which the front airbag
system will provide you with effective
protection in the event of an accident.
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When triggered the side airbag inflates in
millis econds and forms a sa fety cushion for
driver and/or front passenger in the
respective door area. The risk of injury to
the upper body in the event of a side-
impact is thereby substantially reduced.
The sid e airbags will not be trigg ered in the
event of:
z The ignition being switched off,
z Frontal collisions.
z Accidents in which the vehicle overturns.
z Collisions involving a rear-impact.
z Collisions involving a side-impact outside
the passenger cell.
Curtain airbag s 3
The curtain airbag system is identified by
the badge AIRBAG on the headlining trim.
The curtain airbag system comprises:
z An airbag w ith inflator in the roof frame
on the d riv ers and p assenger’s side
respectively.
z The control electronics.
z The side -impact s ens ors.
z The airbag systems control indicator v in
the instrument cluster.
The curtain airbag system will be triggered:
z Depending on the severity of the
accident.
z Depending on the type of impact.
z Within the range shown in illustration
S 11743.
z Together with the side airbag system.
z Independently of the front airbag
sy ste m.
9 Wa rning
The re m ust be no objects in the area in
which the airbag inflates or in the area
between the seat backrests a nd the
vehicle body. Do not place the hands or
arms on the covers of the airbag systems.
Important information - see page 52.
The three-point seat belt must be
correctly fitted - see page 39.
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When triggered the curtain airbag inflates
within milliseconds and provides a safety
barrier in the head area on the respective
side of the vehicle. This reduces the risk of
injury to the head considerably in the event
of a side-impact.
The curtain airbags will not be triggered in
the event of:
z The ignition being switched off.
z Frontal collisions.
z Accidents in which the vehicle overturns.
z Collisions involving a rear-impact.
z Collisions involving a side-impact outside
the passenger cell.
Airbag control indicator v
The front airbag system, side airbag
sy ste m 3 and curtain airbag system 3 are
monitored electronically together with the
belt tensioners, and their operational
readiness shown by the control indicator v
in the instrument cluster. When the ignition
is switched on, the control indicator
illuminates then extinguishes. If it does not
illuminate, or if it illuminates while driving,
there is a fault in the airbag systems or the
belt tensioners.
The systems might not be triggered in the
event of an accident.
The system's integral self-diagnosis facility
allows faults to be quickly remedied.
9 Wa rning
The re m ust be no objects in the area in
which the airbag inflates. Do not place
the hands or arms on the covers of the
airbag systems. Important information
see page 52.
The three-point seat belt m ust always be
correctly fitted – see page 39.
9 Wa rnin g
Have the cause of the fault remedied by
a workshop .
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Front passenger airbag
deactivation 3
Front and side airbag sy stems must b e
deactivated if a child restraint system is to
be mounted on the front passenger’s seat.
The belt tensioners as well as all airbag
systems for the drivers seat remain active
when the front passenger seat’s airbag
systems are disengaged.
The switch for deactivating or activating
the airbag system is located on the front
passenger’s door.
The chosen setting remains active after the
ignition has been switched off. Control
indicator H for front passenger airbag
deactivation is located in the instrument
cluster.
To dea ctiv ate:
With the front passengers door open,
press switch in and rotate anticlockwise to
the "OFF" position.
The airbag systems for the front
passenger’s seat are now deactivated.
With the ignition switched on, the control
indicator H will remain illuminated to
indicate deactivation. It is now safe to
place a child restraint on the front
passengers seat.
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To activate:
Ensure the airbag systems for the front
passenger’s seat are activated when a
passenger of a dult size occupies the front
passenger’s seat.
With the front passenger’s door open,
press switch in and rotate clockwise to the
"ON" position. Front passenger’s airbag
systems are now activated and will be
triggered in the event of an accident.
Upon switching the ignition on, control
indicator H will illuminate briefly and then
exting uish, indicating that the front
passenger’s airbag is active.
If control indicator H remains illuminated
in conjunction with control indicator v, this
indicates a fault w ithin the system.
Imp or tant
z Accessories not released for your vehicle
type and other objects must not be
affixed or placed in the area in which the
airbags inflate, as they could cause
injury when the airbags are triggered.
z Do not place any objects between the
airbag systems and the vehicle
occupants; risk of injury.
z Do not stick or place anything on the
stee ring whee l, instrument p anel, front
seat backrests in the vicinity of the
airbags and seat areas or c over them
with other materials.
z The airb ag systems and belt tensioner
control electronics can be found in the
centre console area. In order to avoid
malfunctions, do not store magnetic
objec ts in this area.
z Use only a dry cloth or Interior /
Upholstery Cleaner to clean the steering
wheel, instrum ent panel, front seat
backrests, roof frame and seat area of
the front passenger’s seat. Do not use
any aggressive cleaning agents.
z Only protective covers which are
approved for your Vivaro with side
airbag 3 may be fitted on the front
seats. When fitting the protective covers,
make sure that the airbag units on the
outboard sides of the front seat
backrests are not covered.
z The airbag systems are triggered
independently of each other depending
on the severity of the accident and the
type of im pact. The side airbag system 3
and the curtain airbag system 3 are
triggered together.
z Each airbag can be triggered only once.
Once triggered, an airbag must be
replaced without delay by a workshop .
z The speeds, directions of movement and
deformation properties of the vehicles,
and the properties of the obstacle
concerned, determine the severity of the
accident and triggering of the airbags.
The degree of damage to your vehicle
and the resulting repair costs alone are
not indicative that the criteria for
trig gering of the side airbag 3 were met.
9 Wa rning
Have the cause of the fault remedied by
a workshop.
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z Do not perform any modifications to the
components of the airbag systems, as
this will render the vehicle unroadworthy.
z We recom mend hav ing the stee ring
wheel, the instrument p ane l, all panelling
parts, the door seals, the handles and
the front seats removed by a workshop
in the event of triggering of the airbags.
z When disposing of the v ehicle, please
observe the applicab le safety
regulations. Please have the vehicle
disposed of by company which reuses
vehicle parts.
The system for deactivating the front
passenger seats airbag systems is
indicated a sticker on the side of the
instrument panel, visible when passenger’s
door is open.
9 Wa rning
The systems can be triggered ab ruptly
and cause injury if they are handled
im p ro p er ly.
9 Wa rning
Child restraint systems as well as other
heavy objects must never be carried on
the lap of passengers; risk of fa tal injury.
9 Wa rnin g
While using a child restraint system on
the front passeng ers seat, the airbag
sy ste ms for the front passengers se at
must be d eactivated; if not, the
triggering of the front or side airbag
poses the risk of fatal injury to the child.
This is especially the case if rearward-
facing child restraint systems are used on
the front passeng ers seat.
Seats, interior54
Load compartment net 3
The load compartment net can be fitted
behind the front or rear seats to separate
compartments when transporting luggage
or animals.
Installing (front or rear position)
Lift the covers to access the mountings,
insert the load compartment net rod into
the mounts and secure. Attach the straps
to the lashing eyes behind the front seats;
or to the rings on the rear seat frame, then
tension the straps.
Rem oving
Tilt strap length adjuster upwards and
unhook strap.
Load compartment cover 3
To remove:
Lift cover and disconnect from the side
guides.
Not es on load ing
See page 56.
9 Warning
Loose objects in the load compartment
should be secured safely.
9 Wa rnin g
Do not place any heavy or sharp objects
on the cover.
Loose objects in the load compartment
should be secured safely.
Seats, interior 55
Lashing eyes
Lashing eyes are mounted in the load
compartment to enable loads to be
secured in position using lashing stra ps 3
or a luggage floor net 3.
The maximum force applied to the lashing
eyes should not exceed 5000 N at 30°.
Load anchorage ra ils 3
Load anchorage rails mounted in the load
compartment, provide adjustable
anchorage points for securing loads.
z Release centre pin of the anchorage
point, by pulling out against spring
tension,
z slide the anchorage point to the required
location,
z position the anchorag e point directly
over the nearest suitable "locking hole",
z release the centre pin of the anchorage
point, ensuring the pin is located
correctly and the anchorage point is
securely locked,
z loads can then be secured in position
using lashing straps 3 attached to the
anchorage point.
The maximum load of each anchorag e
point is 75 kg. To prevent the possibility of
exce eding this maxim um , the use of
ratchet type lashing straps is to be
avoided.
9 Wa rnin g
Loose objects in the load compartment
should be secured safely.
Seats, interior56
Notes on load ing the vehicle
z Heavy objects in the load compartm ent
should be placed as far forwards as
possible. If objects are to be stacked, the
heavier objects should be placed at the
bottom. Unsecured objects in the load
compartment would be thrown forwards
with great force in the event of heavy
braking, for example.
z Secure heavy objects with lashing
straps 3 attached to the lashing eyes.
If heavy loads slip when the vehicle is
braked heavily or driven around a bend,
the handling of the vehicle may change.
z Secure loose items in load compartment
using luggage floor net 3, to prev ent
sliding.
z When transporting objects in the load
compartment, fit load compartment
ne t 3 - see page 54.
z Close the load compartment cover 3, to
prevent the objects from being reflected
in the rear wind ow .
z If the rear seats are not folded down 3 or
re move d 3 when transporting objects in
the load compartment, they must be
engaged in their upright position -
see page 34.
z The warning triangle 3 and first-aid kit 3
should always be freely accessible.
z No objects should be placed on the load
compartment cover 3 or the instrument
panel. They are re flected in the g lass,
obstruct the driver’s view and will be
thrown through the vehicle in the event
of heavy braking, for example.
z No objects should be stored in any of the
airbag 3 inflation zones, as injuries may
be caused w hen the a irba g is trig gered.
z T he lo ad m us t not obs tru ct th e operatio n
of the pedals, handbrake and gearshift
lever, or hinder the freedom of
movement of the driver. Do not place
any unsecured objects in the interior.
z Bulky objects should not be transported
with the rear doors open or ajar,
otherwise poisonous exhaust fumes may
enter the vehicle. In addition, the number
plate is only distinguishable and
illuminated correctly if the doors are
closed.
z Weights, payload and roof load -
see page 166.
z Driving with a roof load (also see
page 97) increases the sensitivity of the
vehicle to crosswinds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle handling
owing to the higher centre of gravity of
the vehicle.
9 Wa rnin g
Disregard of these instructions may lead
to injuries or e ndanger life. Vehicle
passeng ers must be informed
accordingly.
Seats, interior 57
Over-cab storage area 3
The total weight in this compartment must
not exceed 30 kg.
Ashtray
Removable to enable universal use for
driver or p assengers.
To be used only for ash and not for
combustible rubbish.
To open: lift up the cover.
To empty: remove the ashtra y from the
drink holder recess and empty.
Drink holders
To use drink holders, remove the ashtray
unit.
9 Warning
Disregard of these instructions may lead
to injuries or endanger life. Vehicle
passengers must be informed
accordingly.
Seats, interior58
Warning triangle ¨ 3,
First-aid kit +3
Your first-aid kit and warning triangle can
be accommodated in the space under the
front se ats.
Power outlets
Ciga rette lighter )
With ignition switched on, press in the
cigarette lighter. Heating up ceases once
element is glowing. Withdraw lighter.
Accessory socket
The soc ket for the cigarette lighter ca n be
used to connect electrical acc essories when
the ignition is switched on.
An ad ditional acce ssory socket 3 is loc ated
in the rear of the vehicle.
When the engine is not running, using these
accessory sockets will ca use the battery to
be discharged.
The maximum power requirement of
electrical accessories m ust not exceed
120 watts.
Do not connect any current-delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Connected electrical accessories must
comply with the EC standard in terms of
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839,
otherwise vehicle malfunctions may occur.
The use of non-authorised accessories may
cause damage to the socket.
9 Wa rning
Ensure items stowed under the seats a re
securely restrained.
Instruments, controls 59
Instruments, controls
Control indicators .................. ............. 59
Instrument display............ .................. 62
Multi-function display ................... ..... 64
Trip computer 3 .. ...................... ......... 65
Engine oil life monitor 3............ ......... 68
Triple Information Display 3 .... ......... 68
Outside temperature............. ............. 69
Colour Information Display 3 ............ 70
Warning buzzers.. ...................... ......... 74
Windscreen wiper .................. ........ ..... 74
Windscreen wash system ...... ............. 75
Rear door and tailgate window wash
wipe sy ste m 3 ............ ...................... 75
Control indicators
The control indica tors described here are
not present in all vehicles. The descriptions
however, apply to all instrument versions.
The colours of the control indicators mean:
Ü
Not used
9
Hea dlight dipped bea m
Illum inates in green when dipp ed b eam is
on - see pages 10, 76.
P
Headlight main beam, headlight fl ash
Illuminates in blue when m ain beam is on
and when headlight flash is operated -
see pages 10, 76.
r
Fog tai l light
Illuminates in yellow when the fog tail light
is switched on - see pages 10, 78.
>
Front fog lights 3
Illuminates in green when front fog lights
are switched on - see pages 10, 78.
u
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Control indicator illuminates in yellow -
see page 112.
z Red
Danger, important reminder,
z Yellow
Warning, information, fault,
z Green
Confirmation of activation,
z Blue
Confirmation of activation.
Instruments, controls60
8
Diesel p artic le filter 3
Illuminates in yellow when regeneration
of diesel particle filter is required -
see page 106.
F
Not used
v
ESP®
Plus
3
(Electr oni c Sta bility Program me)
Control indicator illum inates in yellow -
see page 108.
F
Eng ine oi l life monit or 3
Control indicator illum inates in yellow in
transmission display - see pages 68, 107.
kg
Easytronic , La den program me 3
Illuminates in yellow in transmission display
when Lade n programme is enabled -
see page 94.
T
Easytronic , footbrake appl ication 3
Control indicator illum inates in yellow in
transmission display - see page 91.
W
Easytronic, transmission electronics 3
Illuminates in yellow briefly when ignition
is switched on. Illuminates in transmission
display when fault has occurred -
see page 96.
A
Easytronic, A ut omatic mode 3
Illum inates in y ellow in tra nsmission d isplay
when Automatic mode is selected -
see page 92.
V
Easytronic, Winter p rogramm e 3
Illum inates in y ellow in tra nsmission d isplay
when Winter programm e is e nab led -
see page 93.
O
Turn sig nal lig ht s
The corresponding control indicator
flashes in green when the turn signal light is
on.
Flashes rapidly: a turn signal bulb has
fa ile d.
An audible warning can be heard when the
turn signal lights are on. When towing a
caravan or trailer, the pitch of the audible
warning changes.
Turn signal lights - see pages 10, 78.
Bulb replacement - see page 140.
C
Stop engine
If control indicator C illuminates in red, in
conjunction with p, I, E or R, stop
engine immediately and consult a
workshop.
o
Electronic im mobiliser
If the control indicator flashes in red when
the ignition is on, there is a fault in the
imm ob iliser sy ste m; the engine cannot b e
started - see page 18.
A
Service / Engine electronics 3
If control indicator A illuminates in yellow,
in conjunction with u or v, interrupt your
journey. Consult a workshop.
D
Preh ea tin g / F uel fi lte r / Engine
electronics 3
Illuminates in yellow briefly during engine
preheating - see page 14.
If illuminated continuously it indicates:
z The presence of wa ter in the diesel fuel
filter 3. Drain diesel fuel filter of residual
water - see page 154.
z An electronic system failure: consult a
workshop.
Instruments, controls 61
Y
Fuel level
If it illuminates in yellow:
fuel level low, fill up.
Never let the tank become empty!
With diesel engines, it is not possible to
start the engine after the ta nk has been run
empty. The fuel system must be bled first.
Further information - see pages 102, 164,
170.
E
Engine stop
Will illuminate in red in conjunction with C
engine if coolant temperature is too high.
Stop vehicle and consult a workshop.
p
Alternator
Illuminates in red when ignition is switched
on. Extinguishes after engine is started.
If illuminated while driving:
Stop vehicle and switch off engine. The
battery is not being charged and the
engine cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be effective.
Interrupt your journey and check drive belt
condition and tensioning before
contacting a workshop.
I
Engine oil p ressure
Illum inates in red when ignition is switched
on. Extinguishes after a short period of
time. Can illuminate intermittently when
idling with hot engine; must extinguish
when engine spee d is increased.
If illuminated while driving:
Engine lubrication may be interrupted,
resulting in damage to the engine and/or
locking of the driving w heels:
z Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly
as possible without impeding other
vehicles,
z Depress clutch,
z Move gearshift lever to neutral, or with
Easytronic 3 place selector lever in N,
z Switch off ignition (to position A).
Considerably greater force will be
required for braking and steering.
Check engine oil level before consulting a
workshop. If the engine oil level is low, top
up using the specified engine oil - see
pages 150, 164.
If the engine oil level is normal, have a
workshop check the vehicle’s lub ricating
sy ste m.
R
Brake system
Illuminates in red w hen ignition is switched
on if ha ndb ra ke is applied and/or fluid level
for brake hydraulics is too low .
Further information - see pages 111, 156.
v
Airb ag s y ste m s, bel t te ns ion ers
Control indicator illuminates in yellow -
see pages 37, 47.
H
Front passenger airba g deactivation 3
Illuminates in yellow when the ignition is
switched on and remains illuminated when
the front passengers airbag has been
deactivated.
If control indicator H is illuminated in
conjunction with v or A, consult a
workshop.
Further information - see page 51.
9 Warning
Do not rem ov e ke y until ve hicle has come
to a standstill, otherwise the steering
column lock could eng age unexpectedly.
9 Wa rnin g
If it illuminates when the handbrake is not
applied: stop vehicle; interrupt your
journey immediately. Consult a
workshop.
Instruments, controls62
X
Not used.
U
Door open 3
Operational only when ignition is switched
on. Illuminates in red when d riv er’s door,
passenger’s door or side loading doors are
open.
U
Not used.
Z
Exhaust emissions 3
Illuminates in yellow when ig nition is
switched on. Extinguishes shortly after
engine starts.
If it illuminates when the eng ine is running:
Fault in emission control sy ste m. The
permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Consult a workshop.
If it flashes when the engine is running:
For fault that can lead to destruction of the
catalytic converter, see page 104. Consult
a workshop immediately.
B
Not used
In strument disp la y
Tachometer
Making use of the tachom eter helps to
sav e fuel; it indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute.
Warning zone on right: maximum
permissible engine speed exceeded;
danger to engine.
If possible, drive in each gear in the low
engine speed ra ng e (between approx.
2000 and 3000 rpm) and maintain an even
vehicle speed.
Sp eedom eter
Indicates the vehicle speed.
Certain model variants feature a speed
regulator 3
1)
which restricts the vehicle
maximum speed. As a visible indication of
this, a wa rning label is located on the
instrument panel.
1)
Depen ding on driving enviro nment (e.g. when
descending steep inclines), the vehicle speed
can exceed set limits. In such instances, it
remains the driver’s responsibility to adhere to
the specific speed limits.
Instruments, controls 63
Fuel gauge
Display of fuel level:
Illumination of bars displays fuel level.
When fuel gauge indicates fuel supply is
low, fuel warning control indicator Y
illuminates = fill up. See page 102.
Never let tank become empty!
Coolant tem perature gaug e
Display of coolant temperature:
For physical reasons, the coolant
temperature gauge shows the coolant
temperature only if the coolant level is
adequate.
Bars illuminated
in lower area
= Engine operating
temp erature not y et
reached.
Bars illuminated
up to cen tral
area
= Normal operating
temp erature.
Bars illuminated
in upp ermost
zone or control
indicator E
illuminates 3
= Temperature too
high. Stop vehicle,
switch off engine.
Danger to engine.
Check coolant level.
See p age 155.
Instruments, controls64
Multi-f unction d isp la y
Transmission display 3
Display of the selected gear and mode with
Ea sytronic.
Engine oil l evel display
The engine oil level display is correct only if
the vehicle is parked on level ground with a
cold engine. The engine oil level display will
only be reset if the ignition has been
switched off for more than two minutes.
If "OIL" appears in the display, the engine
oil level may need topping up. To gain a
more accurate indication of the engine oil
level, press and hold the reset button - see
page 67.
The squares that appear in the display
indicate the engine oil level. As the engine
oil level diminishes, the squares in the
display disappear and are replaced with
dashes.
To return to the normal displa y, press the
reset button again.
Checking and topping up fluids -
see page 150.
N Neutral or idling position.
R Reverse gear.
A Automatic mode.
kg Laden programme.
V Winter prog ramme.
T Footbrake application.
W Transmission electronics.
A:Maximum level
B:Intermediate level
C: Minimum level = check and top up
engine oil
1)
1)
Control indicator A illuminates if
engine oil level is too low.
Instruments, controls 65
Electronic odometer / clock
In normal mode, the odometer and clock
are visible.
The reset button is located alongside the
speedometer. Press button once to display
the trip odometer.
Press the button and hold; the display will
flash and after 1 second will reset to zero.
Press the button again to return the
odometer to normal mode.
To adjust the clock:
With the display in norm al mode, press and
hold the button, and the minutes rea ding
will begin to increase.
After the button is released, the clock will
continue to flash for a further 5 seconds to
enable further adjustments to be made.
Trip computer 3
In addition to the electronic odometer
functions, the trip computer can also
display additional monitored vehicle data,
including;
z Fuel used.
z Average consumption.
z Instantaneous consumption.
z Range.
z Distanc e travelled.
z Average speed.
Pre ssing the selection switch located on the
end of the windscreen wash stalk will cycle
through these displays.
Fuel used
Displays the amount of fuel consumed
since the last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at any
timesee "Reset trip computer
information" on page 67.
Instruments, controls66
Average consumption
Average consumption is displayed, taking
into consideration the distance travelled
and the fuel used since the last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at any
time - see "Reset trip computer
inform ation" on page 67.
Instantaneous consumption
The value is displayed after reaching a
speed of 15 mph (25 km/h).
Rang e
The ra ng e is calculated from the c urre nt
contents of the fuel ta nk and the averag e
consumption since the last reset -
see "Reset trip comp uter informa tion" on
page 67.
The range will not be displayed if fuel level
control indicator Y is illuminated.
Instruments, controls 67
Distance tra velled
Displays the distance driven since the last
reset.
The measurement can be restarted at any
time - see "Reset trip computer
inform ation".
Average speed
The average speed is displayed, since the
last re set.
The measurement can be restarted at any
tim e - see "Reset trip computer
information".
Stoppages in the journey with the ignition
off are not includ ed in the calculations.
Reset trip computer inform ation
To reset the trip computer, select one of its
functions then press the reset button.
The following trip computer inform ation
will be reset:
z Fuel used.
z Average consumption.
z Range.
z Distance travelled.
z Average speed.
Interruption of power supply
If the power supp ly has been interrupted or
if the battery voltage has dropped too low,
the values stored in the trip computer will
be lost.
Instruments, controls68
Engine oil life monitor 3
Each time the ignition is switched on, the
remaining distance before the next engine
oil and filter change is due may be shown
in the display for approx. 5 seconds.
Within 1800 miles (3000 km) of the next
engine oil change be ing due, the rema ining
distance and control indicator F will
illuminate in red for approx. 30 seconds as
a reminder. Make an appointment with a
workshop for service work as soon as
possible.
Further information - see page 107.
Trip le In formation Di splay 3
Display for time, outside temperature,
ra dio / date.
When the ignition is off, the time, date and
outside temperature can be m ade to
appear for approx. 15 seconds by briefly
pressing one of the two buttons beside the
display.
Setting date and time
Switch off radio. Press Ö and ; beside
display as follows:
Press Ö for approx. 2 seconds:
Day flashes
;:Set day
Ö:Month flashes
;:Set month
Ö:Year flashes
;:Set year
Ö:Hours flash
;: Set hours
Ö: Minutes flash
;: Set minutes
Ö: Clock starts at 0 seconds.
Instruments, controls 69
If only the time is to be set, repeatedly
press Ö with display in setting mode until
hours / minutes flash.
Autom atic d ate and t ime setting 3
Possible in the case of radio reception from
RDS stations
1)
which broadcast a time
signal.
Autom atic setting is carried out once the
radio has been switched on and an RDS
time sig nal ha s b een re ce iv ed. The setting
is indicated by } in the display. If no time
signal is received, or the time signal is
inaccurate, the date and time must be set
manually.
Deactivating and activating the automatic
setting function (e.g. if an inaccurate time
signal is received from the broadcasting
station):
Fault displa y
Display --.-°C or an F in the display
indicates a fault. Have the cause
eliminated , consult a workshop.
Interruption of p ower supply
If the power supply has been interrup ted or
if the battery voltage has dropped too low,
the date and time must be reset.
When the battery has been reconnected or
charged, set the d ate a nd time as
described under “Setting date and time”.
In the ca se of radios w ith RDS 3, the tim e is
set automatically w hen the radio is
receiving an R DS station which broadcasts
a time signal.
Outside temperature
A fall in tempera ture is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
If the external temperature falls to 3 °C, to
warn of ice on the road the : symbol
appears in the Triple Inform ation Display.
When the temperature climb s, the :
symbol extinguishes above 5 °C.
1)
RDS = Radio Data Sys tem .
Press Ö for approx. 2 seconds; the time
display is now in setting mode.
Press Ö twice (until year flashes).
Press Ö for approx. 3 seconds until } in
display flashes and the display
“RDS TIME” appears (years
flash while button is depressed).
Press ; Display indicates:
RDS TIME 0 = Deactivated
RDS TIME 1 = Activated
Press Ö three times.
9 Wa rnin g
Caution: The road surface may already
be icy even though the display indicates
a few degrees above 0 °C.
Instruments, controls70
In vehicles with Colour Information
Display 3 , a warning message appears in
the display as a wa rning for icy roa d
surfaces. There is no m essag e below -5 °C
Colour In formation Display 3
Selecting functi ons
Functions and their menus are shown in the
information display.
These functions are marked or executed in
the menu display via the four-way button,
the multi-function knob 3 on the
Infotainment system or buttons 3 on the
steering wheel.
To select with four-way button:
Select menu items via menus and
with the buttons / four-way button of
the Infotainment system.
Selec tion with the multi-function knob 3:
To exit a menu, turn the multi-func tion
knob left or right to Return or Main
and select.
9 Wa rning
Caution: The road surface may already
be icy even though the display ind icates
a few degrees above 0 °C.
Slippery road
-2,5°C
OK
Turn Mark menu items or commands,
se lec t functions.
Press Select marked item,
confirm command.
Instruments, controls 71
Selection using buttons 3 on steering
wheel:
Select menu options via menus and
with the buttons.
For each functional area there is a main
page (Main), which is selected at the top
edge of the display (not with Infotainment
System CD 30):
z Audio.
z Navigation 3.
Function areas audio and navigation 3
see Infotainment system operating
instructions.
System settings
The settings are accessed via the Setting s
menu.
Press the Main button 3 (not found on all
Infotainment systems) on the Infotainment
system (call up main display).
Press the Settings button on the
Infotainment system. For Infotainment
System CD 30, no menu may be selected.
The Settings menu is displayed.
FM [TP] C Din
90.6
MHz
19, 19:36
7
77
7 Settings 19,5° 19:36
Time, Date 19:36
Language
Units 10 . 07 . 2004
Contrast
Day / Night
6
66
6 Ign. logic
Instruments, controls72
Setti ng date and time
Select menu item Time, Date, from the
Setti ng s menu.
The menu for Time, Date, is displayed.
Select the menu items required:
Make the desired setting.
Corr ecting tim e 3
Some RDS transmitters
1)
do not send
correct time signals. If the incorrect time is
frequently displayed, deactivate
automatic time synchronisation 3 and set
the time manually.
To correct time with the help of R DS, select
menu item Synchron. clock automatical.
from the Ti me, Date, menu.
Language selection
You can select the display language for
some func tions.
Select menu item Language from the
Settings menu.
The available languages are displayed.
Select the desired language.
Selec tions are indic ated b y a 6 in front of
the menu item.
In systems with voice output 3, when the
language setting of the display is changed
the sy ste m will as k w he ther the
ann ounce me nt lang uag e s hould also b e
changed see Infotainment system
operating instructions.
1)
RDS = Radio Data System.
7
77
7 T ime, Date 19,5° 19:36
Time 19:36
D ate 10 . 07 . 2004
6
66
6 Synchron. clock automatical.
7
77
7 Settings 19,5° 19:36
Time, Date
Language Deutsch
Units English
Contrast Español
Day / Night ...
6
66
6 Ign. logic
7
77
7 13 Languages 19,5° 19:36
X Deutsch
English
Español
Dutch
French
Italiano
Instruments, controls 73
Setti ng units of measure
You can select which units of measure are
to be used.
Select menu item Units from the Settings
menu.
The available units are displayed.
Select the desired unit.
Selections are indicated by a o in front of
the m enu item .
Setting d isplay mode 3
The display can be adapted to light
conditions: Dark coloured text on a light
background or light coloured text on a
dark background.
Select menu item Day / Night from the
Settings menu.
The options are displayed.
Automatic:
Adapted based on vehicle lighting.
Always day design:
Dark coloured text on light background.
Always night design:
Light coloured text on dark background.
Selections are indicated by a o in front
of the menu item.
Ign. log ic 3
See Infotainment system operating
instructions.
Stopwatch 3
Press BC button on the Infotainment
system
The Ti me r menu is displayed.
To start, select menu item Start.
To reset, select menu item Reset.
7
77
7 Settings 19,5° 19:36
Time, Date
Language
~ Europe-SI
Units
| Japan
Contrast
| Great Britain
Day / Night
| USA
6
66
6 Ign. logic
2 19,5° 19:36
00:00:00
Timer
Start
Reset
Options
Instruments, controls74
The stopw atc h information to be displayed
can be selected via menu Opt ions 3:
Driv ing Time exc l. Stop s
Measurement of the time the vehicle is in
motion. Stationary time is not includ ed.
Driv ing Time incl. Stops
Measurement of the time the vehicle is in
motion. The time the vehicle is stationary
with the key in the starter switch is
included.
Travel Time
Measurement of the time from manual
activation via Start to manual deactivation
via Reset.
Warn ing buzzers
While driving:
z While operating the turn signal lights.
z During illum ination of low fuel control
indicator Y.
z Easytronic 3: with high clutch
temperatures.
When the vehicle is parked and drivers
door is opened:
z If the key is in the starter switch.
z If the headlights are switched on.
z Easytronic 3: if neutral is not selected,
footbrake is not depressed or handbrake
is not applied.
Driving hints - see page 97,
Save fuel, protect the environment -
see page 99.
Windscreen wiper
To activate, move stalk downwards.
Return the stalk to its original position to
turn off.
K
KK
K = Timed interval wipe
1 =Slow
2 =Fast
Instruments, controls 75
Autom atic w iping with ra in sensor 3:
To activate, move stalk downwards to
automatic wiping with rain sensor
position K
KK
K .
The rain sensor detects the amount of
water on the windscreen a nd automatically
regulates the windscreen wiper frequency.
The sensitivity of the system can be
adjusted by rotating the adjuster ring:
Upon starting the engine, automatic
wiping will need to be reselec ted.
Further information - see pages 143, 158.
Windscreen wash system
To activate, pull stalk towards steering
wheel.
Short pull
The wiper operates for one cycle.
Long p ull
Wash fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen,
at the same time the wiper is operated for
four cycles.
Check regularly that the windscreen wash
system is operating efficiently.
On vehicles with rain sensor 3, keep the
sensor area clean by operating the wash
sy ste m reg ularly .
Further information - see page 159.
Rear door and tailgate window
wash wipe system 3
To activate, rotate switch.
Wash fluid is sprayed onto the window
when the stalk is moved to the second
position. The switch is spring loaded and
will return to thewiper’ position w hen
released.
Check regularly that the window wash
system is ope rating efficiently.
Further information - see pages 158, 159.
Less sensitive = Rotate adjuster
forwards
More sensitive = Rotate adjuster
backwards
0 =Off
e =Wiper
f =Wash
Ligh ting76
Lighting
Exterior lights
Turn light switch:
Dip ped / main beam and headlight flash -
see page 77.
In positions 0 and 9, the tail lights a nd
number plate light are also illuminated.
Mechanical anti-theft locking system -
see page 23.
Vehicles with daytime running lights 3:
When the ignition is on, the dipped beam is
on and the instrument illumination is
subdued.
The daytime running lights extinguish
when the ignition is switched off.
Follow the regulations of the country in
which you are driving when using da ytime
running lig hts and front fog lights 3.
Driving abroad - see page 80.
Exterior lights .................... .................. 76
Main beam, headlight flash . ............. 77
Autom atic dipped beam activation 3 77
Turn signal lights ..... ...................... ..... 78
Fog tail light r, front fog lights > 3 78
Reversing lights...................... ............. 78
Haza rd warning lights...... .................. 78
Headlight range adjustment ?......... 79
Door-to-door lighting 3 ........ ............. 79
Interior light................... ...................... 79
Load compartment lights .................. 80
Instruments, cigarette lighter ............ 80
Headlights w hen driving abroad ...... 80
7 =Off
0 = Parking lights
9 P = Dipped or main beam
Lighting 77
Main beam, headlight flash
To change between dipped and main
beam, pull the stalk towards the steering
wheel, then release when a click is felt.
Pulling the stalk towards the steering wheel
to the first stop operates the headlight
flash.
The control indicator P in the instrument
cluster is illumina ted in blue when the main
beam or headlight flash is on.
Automatic dipped beam
activation 3
Dipped beam switches on or off
automatically when the engine is running
based on the outside light cond itions.
The exterior lights switch off when the
ignition is switched off.
To activate:
1. Sw itch on the ignition,
2. turn light switch to 0 and return to 7,
3. repeat stage 2 within approx. 5 seconds,
4. a double acoustic signal sounds for
confirmation.
To deactivate:
1. Switch on the ignition,
2. turn light switch to 0 and return to 7,
3. repeat stage 2 within approx. 5 seconds,
4. an acoustic signal sounds for
confirmation.
For reasons of safety it is a dvisable to have
the automatic dipped beam function
activated.
During poor lighting conditions e.g. fog or
mist, manually switch on the dipped beam.
Ligh ting78
Turn signal lights
To activate, move stalk up or down from
rest position.
When the stee ring wheel is turned back, the
stalk automatically returns to its original
position. This will not hap pen when making
a m inor s tee ring manoeuvre s uch as la ne
changing.
When lane changing, move stalk part way
to first stop. When released, stalk will
spring back.
For operation of the turn signal lights when
towing - see pages 60, 118.
Fog ta il ligh t r,
front fog lights >
3
Rotate switch, control indicators > and r
illuminate in instrument cluster:
The fog lights will only illuminate when the
ignition and headlights are switched on.
Reversing lights
Illum inate when reverse gear is engaged
and ignition is switched on.
Hazard warning lights
To switch on, press button ¨.
To switch off, press button ¨ again.
When the ha zard warning system is
activated, the button's control indicators
flash in unison with the turn signal lights.
Mechanical anti-theft locking system -
see page 23.
Stalk up = Right turn
Stalk down = Left turn
7 = Off
> = Front fog lights on
> and r = Fog tail light and
front fog lights on
Lighting 79
Headlight range adju stment ?
With dipped bea m switched on, adjust
headlight range to suit vehicle load.
Correct adjustment of the headlight range
reduces dazzle for other road users.
Door-to-door lighting 3
The headlights are switched on and remain
illuminated for a short time after the
vehicle is parked .
To activate:
1. Switch off ignition,
2. rem ove ignition ke y,
3. open drivers door,
4. pull stalk towards steering wheel.
The dipped beam illuminates for approx.
30 seconds. This action can be repeated up
to four times to a maximum period of two
minutes.
Switching on the ignition or rotating the
light switch cancels the function before the
lights automatically switch off.
Interior light
Operated by tilting the light lens. With the
light in its central position, the light
functions as a courtesy light and
illuminates when the front doors are
opened.
Once the front doors are closed, the
courtesy light extinguishes after a
15 second delay.
The interior light extinguishes immediately
if the ignition is switched on.
z No load
=0
z Loaded up to permissible
maximum weight
=4
Ligh ting80
Load compartment lights
Van
Operated by tilting the light lens.
Combi / Tour / Double Cab
Operated by tilting the light lens to one of
3-positions:
z On constantly.
z Controlled by the function of the interior
light.
z Off constantly.
Instruments, cigarette lighter
Illuminates when exterior lights are
switched on.
Headlights when driving abroad
The asymmetrical dipped beam increases
the field of vision on the near side of the
lane.
When driving in countries which drive on
the opposite side of the road, this causes
glare for oncoming traffic.
To avoid glare, conventional headlight
glasses must be provided with a black
cover strip. Consult a workshop.
Infotainment system 81
Infotainment system
Radio reception 3
The radio is operated as described in the
operating instructions supplied.
Vehicle radio reception will differ from that
obtained with domestic radios.
As the vehicle antenna is relatively near the
ground, the broadcasting companies
cannot guarantee the same quality of
reception as is obtained with a domestic
radio using an overhead antenna.
z Changes in distance from the
transm itter,
z multi-path reception due to reflection
and
z shadowing
may cause hissing, noise, distortion or loss
of reception a ltogether.
Steerin g wh eel mo unted remote
control 3
Radio and Infotainment system functions
can be operated by the buttons mounted
on the ste ering wheel.
The radio 3 and Infotainment system 3 are
operated as described in the respective
operating instructions supplied.
Radio reception 3............. .................. 81
Steering wheel mounted remote
control 3 ....... ........................... ......... 81
Electronic tachograph 3 ....... ............. 82
Infotainment Sy stem 3, radio 3........ 82
Mobile telephones and radio
equipment (CB) 3 ............... ........ ..... 82
Infotainment system82
Electronic tachograph 3
The tachograph is operated as described
in the operating instructions supplied.
Observe regulations regarding use.
In fota in men t Sy stem 3, rad io 3
The systems are operated as described in
the operating instructions supplied.
The navigation system is supplied with a
CD detailing the local territory.
For additional countries / territories,
separate CDs are available from your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Mo bile teleph ones and radio
eq uipment (C B) 3
The Vauxhall installation instructions and
the opera ting guid elines provided by the
telep hone ma nufacturer must be ob served
when fitting and operating a mobile
telephone. Failure to do so could invalidate
the vehicles operating permit (EU Directive
95/54/EG).
Requirem ents to ensure troub le-free
op eration:
z Professionally installed exterior a erial to
obtain the maximum range possib le.
z Maximum transmission power 10 W.
z Installation of the telephone in a suitable
spot (see Important notes on page 52).
Obtain advice on predetermined
installation locations for the external
antenna and equipment holder and ways
of using devices with transmission power of
more than 10 Watts.
We recommend that you consult your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who will
have consoles and various installation kits
and install them in accordance with
regulations.
Operation of a hands-free attachment with
no outside antenna, using the mobile
telephone standards GSM 900/1800/1900
and UMTS, may take place only if the
maximum transmission power of the
mobile telephone does not exceed 2 W, in
the case of GSM 900, and otherwise 1 W.
The op erating instructions of the
manufacturer of the telephone and
hands-free attachment must be noted in
all c ase s.
For reasons of safety, we recommend that
you do not use the phone while driving.
Even use of a hands-free set can be a
distraction while driving. Be sure to observe
any country-specific regulations.
9 Wa rnin g
When used in the vehicle interior, mobile
telephones and radio equipment (CB)
with integrated antenna may cause
malfunctions in the vehicle electronics.
Mobile telephones and radio equipment
(CB) should only be used with an antenna
fitted on the vehicle exterior.
Climate control 83
Climate control
Heating and ventilation system
Vauxhall air mixture system: by mixing cold
and hot air the temperature can be
regulated without delay and held
practically constant at all speeds.
Air vents
Centre air vents
Pleasant ventilation to the head area is
controlled by the position of the
temperature rotary knob.
To open air vents, turn regulating wheel:
The air supply is inc reased by switching on
the fan.
The airflow can be directed as desired by
tilting and swivelling the fins.
Heating and ventila tion system ........ 83
Air vents .......... ........................... ......... 83
Heating and ventila tion system ........ 84
Air recirculation button ................. ..... 87
Air conditioning system 3............. ..... 87
Rear air conditioning system 3 ......... 88
Heated rear windows 3,
heated exterior mirrors 3... ............. 89
Heated front seats 3..................... ..... 90
Turn to left = Open
Turn to right = Closed
Climate control84
Sid e a ir vents
Depending upon the position of the
temperature rotary knob, air will be
directed into the vehicle via these air vents.
The a ir vents are opened and closed by
means of the regulating wheel.
The airflow can be directed as desired by
tilting and swivelling fins.
To increase the air supply, switch on the
fan.
Door window defroster vents
With air distribution rotary knob set to
V or J: cold or heated air will b e directed
onto the windscreen and onto the door
windows (mainly in the area of the exterior
mirrors).
Rea r air vents 3
Operational when air distribution rotary
knob is set to L, K or J.
Unheated or hea ted air will b e directed into
the rear passenger compartment.
The airflow is biased towards the central
and right-hand air vents for optimum
distribution.
Heating and ventilation system
Rig ht-hand rot ary knob: Air distribut ion
The rotary knob can be set to any
intermediate position in order to adjust the
air distribution to suit personal
requirements.
Open the air v ents when the air distribution
rotary knob is set to M or L.
M To head area
L To head area and footwell
K To footwell
J To defrosters and footwell
V To defrosters
Climate control 85
Left-hand rotary knob : Temperature Central rotary knob: Fan
Four speeds:
The rate of airflow is determined by the
fan. The fan should therefore also be
switched on while driving.
Ventilati on
z Turn temperature rotary knob to blue.
z Switch on fan.
z For maximum ventilation in head area:
set air distribution rotary knob to M and
open all a ir vents.
z For ventilation to footwell: set air
distribution rotary knob to K .
z For simultaneous ventilation to head
and footwells: set air distribution rotary
knob to L.
Red zone = warm
Blue zone = cold
0 Off
4 High speed
Climate control86
Heating
The amount of heat is dependent on the
engine temperature and is thus not fully
attained until the engine is warm.
For rapid warming of the passenger
compartment,
z Turn temperature rotary knob to red.
z Switch on fan.
z Set the air distribution rotary knob to the
desired position.
The com fort and general we ll-being of the
vehicle occupants are to a large extent
dependent on a correct setting of the
ventilation and heating.
Heating the footw ell
z Turn temperature rotary knob to red.
z Set the air distribution rotary knob to K.
z Sw itch on fan.
Window demisting a nd defrosting
z Turn temperature rotary knob to red.
z Switch on fan.
z Set air distribution rotary knob to V.
z Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards the door windows.
z Close centre air vents.
z Switch on heated rear windows.
For simultaneous warming of the footwell,
set air distribution rotary knob to J.
Climate control 87
Air recirculation button
During ’normal’ operation, the heating and
ventilation and air conditioning systems
use outside air, however, to prevent fumes
or unpleasant odours from entering the
vehicle when in stationary traffic, press
button 4, control indicator illum ina tes
and air will be recirculated.
Recirc ulated air should only be used for
brief periods due to the gradual
deterioration in the air quality and increase
in humidity.
Air conditioning system 3
The air conditioning system is designed to
operate in conjunction with the heating
and ventilation system to provide
maximum comfort under any weather
conditions.
The air conditioning system cools the air
and removes moisture from it. It is
op erational only in tem peratures abov e
approx. +4 °C, with the engine running and
with the fan switched on:
Once activated the air conditioning system
is operated via the normal heating and
ventilation controls.
To improve efficiency of the air
conditioning, always close the windows to
prevent chilled air from escaping.
Switc hing on the air conditioning will assist
in windscreen demisting.
In very hot temperatures, before switching
on the air conditioning, allow hot air to
escape from the vehicle by opening the
windows.
When the sy ste m is sw itc hed on, at leas t
one air vent m ust be open so that the
evaporator does not ice up due to lack of
air movement.
When the air conditioning is on, fuel
consumption increases. Switch off the
system whenev er it is not required .
Maintenance
To ensure efficient performance of the air
conditioning system, it must be switched on
once a month for a short time, irrespective
of the weather and time of year (possible
only when outside temperature is above
+4 °C).
Malfunctions in the system must not be
rectified by the owner; consult a workshop.
Press AC button - control
indicator illuminates
=on
Press AC button again = off
Climate control88
Glove compartment cooler 3
Slide the control upwards to allow the air
conditioning system to also keep the
contents of the glove compartment cool.
Rear air conditioning system 3
The rear air conditioning 3 sy ste m cools
the air and removes moisture from it. It is
op erational only in tem peratures abov e
approx. +4 °C, with the eng ine running.
It is activated in conjunction with the
driver’s comp artment air conditioning :
Rear p assenger com partment
fan rotary knob 3
The fan assists airflow to the passeng er
compartment. Switching on the fan whilst
the air conditioning is activated, will allow
conditioned air to be distributed.
The rate of airflow is determined by the
fan.
3 speeds:
When the sy ste m is sw itc hed on, at leas t
one air vent located in the roof must be
open, so that the evaporator does not ice
up due to lack of air movement.
Press AC button = On
Press AC button again = Off
0 =Off
3 =High speed
Climate control 89
Rear passenger c ompartment hea ting 3
1)
The fan assists airflow to the rear
passenger compartment via the rear air
vents.
The rate of airflow is determined by the
fa n.
3 spe eds :
Heated rear windows 3,
heated exterior mirrors 3
Operates only with engine running.
Button Ü on instrument pa nel.
Control indicator in button illuminates
when in use.
Turn off as soon as rea r vision is clear. The
heating switches off automatically after
approx. 10 minutes.
1)
Co untry-specific version : Th e heater will cease
to operate if the vehicle fuel level drops below
11 litres.
0 Off
3 High speed
Press = on
Press again = off
90 Climate control
Heated front seats 3
Button ß in trim panels of the sea t.
Operate only with engine running.
Seat heating is thermostatically controlled
and will automatically cease when the seat
temperature is sufficient. The control
indicator will illumina te when system is on,
not just when heating.
Press ß =On
Press ß again = Off
Driving and o peration 91
Driving and operation
Easytronic 3
The semi-automatic Easytronic
tra nsmission permits manual (Manual
mode) or automatic gearshifting
(Automatic m ode), both w ith fully
automatic clutch control.
Transmission display
Shows the mode, programme and current
gear.
St arting the engine
Depress footbrake, turn on ignition.
If control indicator T illumina tes in red in
the transmission display, the footbrake is
not depressed. When "N" is shown in the
transmission display the engine can be
started.
It is not necessary to select the neutral "N"
position before starting. If a gear other
than "N" is selected, depress the footbrake
and there will be a short delay whilst the
transmission automatically shifts into
neutral.
Ea sytronic 3 .................. ......... ............. 91
Driving hints ......... .................. ........ ..... 97
Save fuel, protect the environment... 99
Fuels, refuelling ........ ...................... ..... 101
Catalytic converter, exhaust emissions 104
Drive control system s .................... ..... 108
Brake system... ....................... ............. 111
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) u....... 112
Wheels, tyres ................. ...................... 113
Roof racks 3.................. ......... ............. 118
Towing eq uipm ent 3 ..................... ..... 118
Towing .................. ......... ................. ..... 118
9 Warning
Disregard of these instructions may lead
to injuries or endanger life.
Drivin g and op era tio n92
Easytronic operation
The selector lever must be moved in the
appropriate direction as far as it will go. It
then returns to the centre position.
Observe the gear / mode indicator in the
transm iss ion display .
Selecting neutra l
Move the selector lever towards N .
Automat ic mod e
When the engine is started, Easytronic is in
Automatic mode and "A" is shown in the
transmission display.
To engage 1st g ear, depress footbrake
and move selector lever towards +.
The vehicle will begin to "creep" when the
footbrake is released without accelerating.
It is possible to start-off quickly by
releasing the footbrake and accelerating .
In Automatic mode the transmission shifts
to other gears automatically dependent on
driving conditions.
Manual mode
Manual gearshifting is possible in Manual
mode. If the vehicle is in Automatic mode,
Manual mode can be selected by moving
the selector lever towards A/M. The current
gear will appear in the transmission
display.
To engage 1st gear depress footbrake and
move selector lever towards + or - and 1 will
appear in the transmission display.
Moving selector lever toward:
If the engine speed is too low, Easytronic
will autom atically shift to a lowe r gear e ven
in Manual m ode. This prevents the eng ine
from stalling.
If a higher gear is selected when the
running speed is too low, or a lower gear
when the speed is too high, no shift is
effected. This prevents the engine from
running at too low or too high revs.
Gears can be skip ped by moving the
selector lever repeatedly at short intervals.
+ Shifts to a higher gear.
- Shifts to a lower gear.
Driving and o peration 93
Selecting reverse
Enga ge only when the v ehicle is sta tionary.
With the footbrake depressed, move the
selector lever towards R. Reverse gear is
engaged and "R" appears in the
transm iss ion display .
The v ehicle begins to cre ep w hen the
footbrake is released. Accelera te gently to
move.
Wi nt er program me V
In the event of difficulties starting-off on
slippery surfac es, press button V and
control indicator V is shown in the
transmission display. Easytronic switches
to Automatic mode and the vehicle sets off
in a suitable gear.
The Winter programme is switched off by:
z Pressing button V aga in.
z Turning off the ignition.
In order to protect Easytronic at extremely
high clutch temperatures, an intermittent
audible warning may sound. In such cases
depress the footbrake, select "N" and
app ly the handbrak e allowing the clutch to
cool down.
If the vehicle is switched to Manual mode
while Winter programme is active, the
Winter programm e is switched off.
Drivin g and op era tio n94
Laden progra mme kg
It is possible to use Laden programme in
both Manual and Automatic modes. In
both cases, the gearshifting patterns are
adapted automatically for carrying an
increased pa yload. Press button kg, Lad en
programme will be selected and control
indicator kg will appear in the transmission
display. Easytronic will then select
optimized gearshift patterns.
The Laden programme is switc hed off by:
z Pressing button kg again.
z Turning off the ignition.
Kick down
Accelerator pedal pressed past the
pressure point: below certain speeds, the
transmission shifts down into a lower gear.
Full engine power is a vailable for
acceleration.
When the engine speed approaches its
upper limit, the transmission shifts to a
higher gear during kickdown even in
Manual mode.
Without kickdown this automatic shift is
not affected in Manual mode.
Engine braking assistance
Automatic mode: When d riving downhill,
Easytronic does not shift into the higher
gears until a fairly high engine speed has
been reached. During braking, Easytronic
shifts down to a low er gear in good time.
Manual mod e: To utilize the engine
braking effect, select a lower gear in good
time when driving downhill.
Driving and o peration 95
Stopping the vehicle
In Automatic or Manual mode, once the
vehicle is stationary first gear engages
automatically and the clutch is
disengaged. In R, reverse remains
engaged.
When stopping on gradients engag e
handbrake or depress brake pedal. To
prevent overheating of the clutch, an
intermittent, audible warning may sound
as a signal to depress the footbrake or
apply the handbrake.
Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy
period, e.g. in traffic jams.
Pa rkin g
Before leaving the vehicle:
z Apply handbrake,
z remove ignition key.
The most recently enga ged gear (see
indicator in transmission display) remains
engaged. With N, no gear is engaged.
When the ignition is switched off,
Easytronic no longer responds to
movements of the selector lever.
If the ignition is not switched off, or the
ha ndb ra ke has not be en ap plied, an
intermittent audible warning may sound
upon opening the drivers door.
Rocking the vehicle
If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle
to free it from sand, mud, snow or a hole,
move the selector lever between R and A
(or + or - ) in a repeat pattern while applying
light pressure to the accelerator pedal. Do
not race the engine and avoid sudden
acceleration.
This applies only in exceptional
circumstances mentioned above.
Drivin g and op era tio n96
Manoeuvring the vehicle
To manoeuvre the vehicle back and forth
during attempts to park or in garage
entrances, the creeping movement can be
utilized by releasing the footbrake.
Never depress the accelerator and brake
pedals simultaneously.
In order to protect Easytronic at extrem ely
high clutch temperatures, an intermittent
audible warning may sound. In such cases
depress the footbrake, select "N" and
apply the handbrake allow ing the clutch to
cool down.
Fault W
If a fault occurs in Easytronic, control
indicator W will be shown in the
transmission display.
You can continue driving, provided you
drive with care and anticipation. Consult a
workshop to have the cause of the fault
eliminated.
The system's integral self-diagnosis facility
allows faults to be quickly remedied.
Interruption of power supply
The clutch is not disengaged if the vehicle
battery is discharged and a gear has been
selected. The vehicle c annot m ov e.
If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using
jump leads - see page 127.
If the cause of the interruption to the power
supply is not a discharged battery, consult
a workshop.
Driving and o peration 97
Driving hints
The first 600 miles (1000km)
Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do
not use full throttle. Never allow the engine
to labour at low revs.
Make good use of all gea rs. Depress the
accelerator pedal a maximum of approx.
three quarters of the available pedal travel
in all gears and drive ranges.
Do not drive faster than three quarters of
maximum speed.
Never coast with engine not running
Many units may then not function (e.g.
brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in
this manner is a danger to yourself and
others.
Brake servo unit
With the engine not running the brake
servo unit is no longer effective once the
footbrake has been depressed once or
twice . The braking effe ct is not reduced but
substantially greater foot pressure is
nece ssary to stop the ve hicle .
Power steering
Never leave the steering wheel on full lock
when the v ehicle is stationary as this may
damage the power steering pump.
If the power steering should fail - e.g. when
the vehicle is being towed with the engine
switched off - the vehicle can still be
prop erly steered but considerably greater
effort is necessary.
Driving in mountainous terrain or with
caravan / trailer
Electrica lly driven fan: The fan cooling
capacity is not dependent on engine
spe ed. It is not necessary, therefore, when
driving uphill to shift down into a lower
gear if the vehicle can clim b in a higher
gear.
Dr iving with a roof load
Do not exceed the permissible roof load.
For safety reasons, distribute the load
evenly and secure it tightly with straps so
that it cannot slip. Do not drive faster than
75 mph (120 km/h). Check and retighten
straps at frequent intervals.
Sw itching off the engi ne
If the engine temperature is very high, e.g.
after driving in mountainous terrain: allow
the engine to idle for approx. two minutes
in order to prevent heat accumulation.
When you switch off, fans in the engine
compa rtment may continue running for a
time to cool the engine.
Vehicles with turbocharged engine
After running at high eng ine speeds or high
engine loads, op erate the engine briefly at
a low load or run in neutral for approx.
30 seconds before switching off in order to
protect the turbocharger.
Save energy – more miles
Please observe the running-in hints in the
left-hand column and the tips for energy
saving on the following pages.
Good, technically correct and economical
driving ensures m aximum d urability and
performance for your vehicle.
Drivin g and op era tio n98
Overrun
The fuel supply is automatically shut off
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
being driven down long gradients or d uring
braking. To enable the overrun cut-off to
come into action, do not accelerate or
depress clutch pedal during overrun.
Engine rpm
Under all driving conditions drive in a
favourable engine speed range.
Warming up
Allow the engine to warm up while driving.
Do not warm it up by letting it run at idling
speed. Do not apply full throttle until the
engine has reached operating
tem perature.
After a cold start, Easytronic 3 do not shift
into hig her gears until higher engine
speeds have been reached. This allows the
catalytic converter to quickly reach the
tem perature required for optim um
pollutant reduction.
Correct g ear selection
Do not race your engine whilst in neutral or
with a low gear selected. Driving too fast in
individual gears or drive ranges as w ell as
stop-and-go traffic increase engine wear
and fuel consum ption.
Change down
When decreasing speed shift down into the
next lowest gear. Do not slip the clutch with
a high-revving engine. This is especially
important when hill climbing.
Clutch operation 3
Always depress the clutch pedal hard to
the floor to prevent shifting difficulties and
tra nsmission dam age. There must b e no
mats in the area of the pedals.
When driving do not use the pedal as a
footrest; this will cause substantial clutch
wear.
Pedals
Do not place any objects in the footwell
which could slip under the pedals and
inhibit the pedal travel.
To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited,
there must be no mats in the area of the
pedals.
Bat tery ca re while driv ing
When driving slowly or when the vehicle is
stationary, e.g. in slow urban traffic, stop-
and-go traffic or traffic jams, turn off all
unnecessary electrical loads where
possible (heated rear window, auxiliary
headlights etc.).
When starting the engine, depress the
clutch pedal so that transmission
resistance is elimina ted a nd the starter
motor and battery are relieved.
Driving and o peration 99
Save fuel, protect the
environment
Trend-setting technology
When developing and manufacturing your
vehicle, Vauxhall used environment-
friendly and in the main recycla ble
materials. The production methods used to
mak e your v ehicle are like wise
environmentally-compatible.
Recycling of production wastes keeps the
circulation of material closed. Reduction of
energy and water requirements also helps
to conserve natural resources.
A highly advanced design means that your
vehicle can be easily disassembled at the
end of its working life, and the individual
materials separated for subsequent re-use.
Materia ls such as asbestos and cadmium
are not used. The re frigerant in the air
conditioning system 3 is CFC-free.
New painting techniques employ water as
a solvent.
End-of-Life Vehicle recovery
For detailed information on Va uxhalls
on-going commitment to achieving an
environmentally-sustainable future,
including; design for recycling, take back of
End-of-Life Vehicle’s (ELVs) and the
recycling of ELVs, view
www.vauxha ll.co.uk/recycling
for details.
Drive in an energy and
environment-conscious way
z High fuel consumption, noise levels and
exhaust emission are often caused by a
driving style that is not energy and
environment-conscious.
z You should therefore drive with energy in
mind: "more miles with less fuel".
z Reduce the noise level and exhaust
emissions by adopting an environment-
conscious driving style. This is extremely
worthwhile and improves the quality of
life.
Fuel consumption depends to a great
extent on your own personal driving style.
The following hints are intended to help
you consume fuel at a rate that is as close
as possible to the specified levels.
Check your vehicle’s fuel consumption
every time you refuel. This facilitates early
detection of any irregularities causing
increased fuel consumption.
Warming up
z Full throttle and warming up at idle
speed increase wear, fuel consumption,
fuel emission, the amount of pollutant in
the exhaust and the amount of noise.
z Drive off immediately after starting.
Warm up the engine by running it at
moderate eng ine speeds.
Uniform speed
z Hectic driving significantly increases fuel
consumption, the quantity of emission
and the proportion of pollutant in the
ex haust.
z Do not accelerate and brake
unnecessarily. Drive at uniform speed.
Avoid freq uent starting-off and stopping
e.g. at traffic lights, in short distance
tra ffic and in queues of traffic by means
of clever planning . Select roads with
good traffic flow.
Idling
z The engine also consumes fuel when
idling.
z If you have to wait for more than one
minute, it is worthwhile switching off the
engine. Five minutes of idling
corresponds to ap prox. 0.6 miles (1 km )
of driving.
Drivin g and op era tio n100
Overrun
z The fuel supply is automatically shut off
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
being driven down long gradients or
during braking - see page 98.
z To enable the overrun cut-off to take
effect and save fuel, do not accelerate or
depress clutch pedal.
Corr ect gear selection
z High revs increase engine wear and fuel
consumption.
z Do not race your engine. Avoid driving at
high engine speeds.
Driv ing with an ey e on the tachom eter
saves fuel. I f possib le, drive a t low revs in
each gear and at constant speed. Drive
in top gear as much as possible, shift up
as soon as possible and do not shift
down prematurely.
High speed
z The faster the speed, the higher the
consumption and noise level. Driving at
full throttle uses up a great deal of fuel
and generates excessive noise and high
emission levels.
z Slightly releasing the accelerator pedal
results in distinct fuel savings with no
major loss of speed.
Drive at no more than approx. three
quarters of maximum speed and you will
use up to 50% less fuel, without losing a
great deal of time.
Tyre pressure
z Inadequate tyre pressure, leading to
higher road resistance, costs money in
two ways: for more fuel and increased
tyre wear.
z Regular checks (every 14 days) pay off.
Ele ctri cal loa ds
z The power consumption of electrical
equipment increases fuel consumption.
z Switch off all additional consumers
(e.g. air conditioning 3, heated rear
window 3 ) when they are no longer
required.
Roof racks 3
z Roof racks can increase fuel
consumption by approx.
3.5 gal./1000 miles (1 l/100 km), due to
air resistance.
z Remove them if they are not being used.
Repai r and m aintenance
z Improper repairs or adjustment and
maintenance work can increase fuel
consumption. Do not carry out work on
the engine yourself.
You may out of ignorance infringe
environmental law s b y not disposing of
materials properly.
Appropriate parts m ight not be recycled.
Contact with some of the materials
involved may pose a health hazard.
z We recommend that repairs and
maintenance be entrusted to a Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer.
Extreme d riving conditions
z Driving up steep gradients, cornering,
driving on poor roads, and winter driving
all increase fuel consumption.
Fuel consumption increases dramatically
in urba n tra ffic a nd at winter
temperatures, especially on short trips
when the engine operating te mpera ture
is not reached.
z Follow the hints given above to keep
consumption to a minimum under such
cond itions.
Driving and o peration 101
Fuels, refuelling
Fuel consumption
Optional equipment (e.g. wide tyres, air
conditioning system, towing equipment)
increases the kerbweight and in some
cases also the permissible Gross Vehicle
Weight. This in turn increases fuel
consumption and reduces the maximum
speed of the vehicle.
When the ve hicle is new, there is increased
friction between the engine and
transm ission components lasting for
several thousand miles / kilometres. This
increases fuel consumption.
Fuel for petrol engi nes
Commercially available high-quality fuel
with a maximum ethanol content of 5% as
per DIN EN 228 (catalytic converter -
se e p age 104 , octane numbers -
see page 164). Fuel quality has a decisive
influence on power output, running
behaviour and service life of the engine.
The additives contained in the fuel play an
important role in this regard. You should
therefore only use high-quality fuels
containing additives.
Fuels with ethanol content greater than 5%
do not comply w ith DI N EN 228 a nd must
not b e used unle ss the v ehicle ha s b een
specifically develop ed a nd approved for
use of su ch.
Fuel with too low an octane number can
cause pinking. Vauxhall cannot be held
liable for resulting damage.
Petrol with a higher octane number can
always be used.
Filler nozzles for leaded fuel cannot b e
inserted into the filler neck of vehicles that
operate on unleaded fuel.
The ignition timing is automatically
adjusted according to the grade of fuel
used (octane number) see page 164.
Use of petrol with an octane rating of 95
will ensure economical driving.
F uel for die sel engi nes
Diesel engines must be operated only on
comm ercially available diesel fuel meeting
the specifications of DIN EN 590.
Since January 2004, some oil companies
have mixed their diesel fuel with up to 5%
Bio fuel (FAME = Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
like RME (Rape-Oil Methyl Ester). This is in
accordance with the current DIN EN 590
and does not harm the fuel injection
system. The characteristics of a diesel fuel
mixed up with 5% Bio fuel (FAME) do not
differ from conventional diesel fuel and do
not influence the vehicle’s driveability.
Important: Diesel fuel mixed with 5% FAME
according to DIN EN 590 must not be
confused with 100% Bio-Diesel, which is not
to be used in Vauxhall engines.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuel a re
temperature-dependent.
Diesel fuels with improved low temperature
properties are therefore a vailable on the
market during the winter months. Make
sure that you fill the tank with winter fuel
before the start of the cold weather
season.
Additives can be used with diesel fuels with
winter properties that are guaranteed by
the manufacturer and when using diesel
fuel filters that are heated depending on
the outside temperature.
Diesel fuels must not be diluted with fuels
that are intended for petrol engines.
Drivin g and op era tio n102
Refuel ling
The fuel tank filler neck with bayonet cap is
located on the left-hand side of the vehicle.
The tank flap is locked 3 together with the
doors - see page 21.
To unlock filler cap 3: insert key and turn
anticlockwise.
The fuel tank has a limiting system which
prevents overfilling of the tank.
Correct refuelling is largely dependent on
correct operation of the dispensing pump:
z Insert dispensing pump as far as it will go
and switch on,
z after the first automatic cut-off, do not
fill the tank any further.
Replace the filler cap and turn key
clockwise as far as it will go.
Wipe off any overflowing fuel immediately.
9 Wa rning
Care must b e tak en when ha ndling fuel.
Before refuelling, switch off the engine
and any external heaters with
combustion chambers (identified by a
sticker on the tank flap). Switch off
mobile phones.
Fuel is flamm able and ex plosive .
Therefore, avoid naked flames and
sparks when handling or in the vicinity of
fuel. Do not smoke! This also applies in
places where fuel c an only be dete cted
by its characteristic smell. If you can smell
fuel in the vehicle, have the cause thereof
remedied immediately by a workshop.
Driving and o peration 103
Should an interruption to the power supply
occur, the tank flap will not unlock in
conjunction with the central locking 3. In
such cases release manually.
To op en
z Reposition left front seat to access the
release cover,
z remove the release cover and position
the seat belt to one side,
z raise fuel filler release to unlock the tank
flap.
To close
z Close the tank flap and lower fuel filler
relea se to lock the tank flap,
z replace the release cover.
If the cause of the interruption to the power
supply is not a discharged battery, consult
a workshop.
Drivin g and op era tio n104
Catalytic converter, exhaust
emissions
Ca talytic conv er ter for petrol engines
Leaded fuel will damage the catalytic
converte r and parts of the elec tronic
system, thereby rendering them
inoperative.
On vehicles with a catalytic converter, the
fuel tank filler neck is of a narrow d esign so
that a dispensing pump for leaded fuel
cannot be inserted.
Damage to the catalytic converter or the
vehicle may result if the follow ing points
are not observed:
z If the engine misfires or runs roughly
after a cold start, the engine power has
reduced significantly or other unusual
opera ting problems occur that indicate a
fault in the ignition system, please
contact a workshop as quickly as
possible. Drive at a slower speed and
with less engine revs for a short time if
necessary.
z If unburned fuel enters the catalytic
converter, this may result in overheating
and irreparable damage to the catalytic
converter.
You should therefore avoid frequent
coldstarts, unnecessarily long use of the
starter when setting off, running the tank
dry (an irregular fuel supply leads to
overheating) and sta rting the engine by
pushing or towing.
z If the control indicator Z for exhaust
emission flashes, lift your foot off the
accelerator until the indicator stops
flashing and is steadily illuminated.
Contact a workshop im med iately.
Control indicator Z for ex ha us t
emissions - see pages 62, 105.
C atalytic c onverter for diesel eng ines
Damage to the catalytic converter or the
vehicle may result if the following points
are not observed:
z Consult a workshop as quickly as
possible in the event of irregular engine
running, a significant loss of engine
power or other unusual malfunctions. If
necessary, driving may be continued for
a short time at a low speed and with a
low engine speed.
Driving and o peration 105
Controlling exha ust em ission
Through design-related measures - mainly
in the a rea of the mixture formation
system - the proportion of noxious
materials in the exhaust, such as carbon
monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (CH) and
nitrogen oxides (NO
x
), is reduced to a
minimum.
Control ind icator Z for exhaust
Illum inates when the ignition is switched on
and during the start attempt. Extinguishes
shortly after the engine starts running.
If it illuminates while the engine is running
there is a fault in the emission control
sy ste m. T he pe r mit ted emis sio n v a lu es may
be exceed ed. Consult a workshop
immediately.
C ontrol indic ator A for engine
electronics
Illuminates for a few seconds when ignition
is switched on.
If the control indicator A illuminates when
the engine is running, there is a fault in the
engine electronics. The electronics switch
to the emergency running programme, fuel
consumption may increase and the
driveability of the vehicle may be affected.
In some cases the fault can be eliminated
by sw itching the engine off and back on
again. If the control indicator A
illuminates again w hen the engine is
running, consult a workshop to have the
cause of the fault eliminated.
Drivin g and op era tio n106
Diesel p artic le filter 3
The d iesel pa rticle filter system removes
polluting soot particles out of the engine
exhaust gases. The system includes a self-
cleaning function (regeneration) that
opera tes autom atically while driving. The
filter is cleaned by burning the trapped
soot particles at a high temperature. There
may be an increase in fuel consumption,
exhaust smell, and engine cooling fan
operation during regeneration.
When control indicator 8 is illuminated
the d iesel pa rticle filter requires driver
induced regeneration
1)
.
To car ry out regeneration
2)
With the engine at normal operating
temperature, maintain an average speed
of approx. 40 mph (60 km/h) until control
indicator 8 extinguishes. In some cases
this can take up to 20 minutes.
Failing to achieve these speeds or an
interruption to your journey may prevent
regeneration taking place. The
regeneration process will then need to be
restarted.
If control indica tor 8 fails to extinguish or
8 illuminates in conjunction with control
indicator A , consult a workshop to have
the cause of the fault eliminated.
1)
During regeneration white smoke can be
em itted from the exh aust which is not
detrimental to the vehicle.
9 Warning
Before attem pting regeneration of the
diesel particle filter, ensure road
conditions will a llow the vehicle to safely
travel at speeds in excess of approx.
40 mph (60 km/h) for up to 20 minutes.
2)
Where speed limits and traffic conditions
permit.
Driving and o peration 107
Eng ine oi l life monit or 3
If control indicator A illuminates and F
flashes continuously in the display, the
engine oil has become oxidized.
If the engine oil has become diluted,
control indicator A will illuminate in
conjunction with E . In either case, it is
necessary to carry out a n engine oil and oil
filter change and to reset the engine oil life
monitor.
Make an appointment with a workshop for
service work as soon as possible.
Eng ine oi l life monit or reset
The engine oil life monitor must be reset
when the engine oil and oil filter is
changed. This will indicate when the next
engine oil and oil filter change is due.
To reset the engine oil life moni tor:
The procedure must be completed within
10 seconds after switching on ignition.
1. Sw itch on the ignition, but do not start
the engine,
2. depress a ccelera tor pedal fully and hold
in this position,
3. depress footbrake three times
consecutively,
4. release accelerator pedal,
5. turn off ignition.
Exhaust gases
When the vehicle is driven for the first time,
wax and oil on the exhaust system may
evaporate, producing smoke-like em issions
which should not be inhaled. Allow wax
and oil to evaporate while the vehicle is in
the open air.
Maintenance
Have all maintenance work carried out at
the intervals specified by Vauxhall. We
recommend that you entrust this work to
your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who
has proper equipment and trained
personnel available. Electronic testing
systems permit rapid diagnosis and
remedy of faults. This way you can be
certain that all components of the vehicle’s
electrical, injection and ignition systems
operate correctly, that your vehicle ha s a
low level of pollutant emission and that the
catalytic converter system will have a long
service life.
You are thereby making an important
contribution towards keeping the air clean
and com pliance with emissions legislation.
Checking and adjustment of the fuel-
injection and ignition systems is part of the
scope of inspection. For this reason you
should have all maintenance work carried
out at the intervals specified in your
Service Booklet.
9 Warning
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous
carbon monoxide, which has no colour or
odour and can be letha l if inhaled.
If exhaust fumes penetrate the vehicle
interior, open the windows and consult a
workshop immediately.
Drivin g and op era tio n108
Drive control systems
ESP®
Plus
3
(Electr oni c Sta bility Program me)
ES P®
Plus
improves driving sta bility when
necessary, independently of the type of
road surfa ce and the tyre grip. It also
includes the Traction Control function.
The system monitors vehicle m oveme nts.
As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve
(und ersteers / oversteers) engine output is
reduced (the sound of the engine changes)
and individual wheels are specifically
braked. This considerably improves the
driving stability of the vehicle on slippery
road surfaces.
The ES
Plus
is ready for op eration as soon
as the ignition is switched on and the
control indicator v extinguishes.
When the ESP®
Pl us
comes into action, v
flashes.
The vehicle is now in a critical situation;
the ESP®
Pl us
assists you to keep control of
the vehicle and reminds you to match your
speed to the road conditions.
C ontrol indic ator v
Illuminates in yellow for a few seconds
when ig nition is switched on. The system is
now ready for operation.
Flashing while driving:
This shows the system has come into
action. The engine output may be reduced
(the sound of the engine changes) and the
vehicle may be braked automatically to a
small degree.
9 Warning
Do not let this special safety feature
tempt you into taking risks when driving.
Traffic safety can only be achieved by
adopting a responsible driving style.
Driving and o peration 109
Illuminated w hile driving:
If control indicator v illuminates in the
instrume nt clus ter, ES P®
Plus
may have
been switched off. Switch on ES P®
Plus
again; see next column.
If control indicator v illuminates in
conjunction with control indicator A, this
indicates a fault in the system. Driving can
be continued. Poor road surface conditions
may how ever still cause vehicle stability to
be impaired.
Have the cause of the fault rem edied. The
systems integrated self-diagnostics allows
faults to be quickly remedied.
Swit ching off
The Traction Control and ESP®
Plus
functions can be switche d off by p ressing
the v button.
When deactivated, control indicator v
illuminates in the instrument cluster.
The func tion is switched on again by
pressing the v button again or the next
time the ignition is switched on.
When vehicle sp eed reaches approx.
20 mph (30 km/h), the Traction Control
and ESP®
Plus
functions will be restored
automatic ally.
Parking distance sensors 3
The parking distance sensors make reverse
parking easier by measuring the distance
between the re ar of the v ehicle and an
obstacle through ultrasonic reflection and
warning you with an acoustic signal in the
passenger compartment.
The sy ste m rec ords the distance using
sensors in the rear bumper.
The parking distance sensors are
automatically enabled when the ignition is
switched on and reverse gear is selected.
Readiness for operation is indica ted by
brief acoustic alarm.
Drivin g and op era tio n110
As the vehicle slowly gets close to an object
while reversing, an intermittent acoustic
signal is aud ible in the passenger
compartment.
The interval between the signals becomes
shorter as the distance is reduced. If the
distance is less than 25 cm, a continuous
signal is aud ible.
The sy ste m re giste rs the d istance by me ans
of sensors on the rear bumper.
To ensure that the sensors function
correctly and that the information
provided is accurate, they must be
undamaged and free of dirt, snow and ice.
Fault
There will be a continuous acoustic alarm
for 5 seconds when selecting reverse gear if
the system detects an operating fault.
It is possible to permanently or temporarily
deactivate the system.
Tem porary deactivation
With the ignition on and reverse gear
selected, press button E on instrument
panel. System is temporarily deactivated.
When reverse gear is selected, no acoustic
signal will sound indicating deactivation.
The func tion is switched on again by
pressing button E again or the next time
the ignition is switched on.
Permanent deac tivation
With the ignition on and reverse gear
selected, press and hold button E on
instrument panel for approx. 3 seconds.
The system is deactivated and will not
operate. W hen re verse gear is se lected, no
acoustic signal will sound.
To reactivate permanent deactivation:
Press again and hold button E for three
seconds. The next time reverse gear is
selected, the parking distance sensors will
function.
Should the parking distance sensors fail to
operate, consult a workshop.
If towing equipment is required for your
vehicle we recommend contacting your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
9 Wa rning
Under certain circumstances, various
reflective surfaces on objects or clothing
as w ell as external noise sources may
cause the system to fail to detect
obstacles. For this reason, care must be
taken when reversing, even if the parking
distance sensors are operational. This is
of p articular im portance when in the
vicinity of pedestrians.
9 Wa rnin g
When reversing the area should be free
from obstacles which could impact on the
underside of the vehicle.
Impact to the rear axle which m ay not be
visible, could lead to uncharacteristic
changes in the vehicle handling.
In the event of such an impa ct consult a
workshop.
Driving and o peration 111
Brake system
The effectiveness of the brakes is an
important factor for traffic safety.
In the interest of effe ctiv eness, do not
brake unnecessarily hard during the first
120 miles (200 km) after new disc brake
pads have been fitted.
Wear of the brake linings must not exceed
a certain limit. Regular maintenance as
detailed in the Service Booklet is therefore
of the utmost importance for traffic safety.
Pads which have been tested and passed
ensure optimum brake performance.
Brake pads worn to their minimum are
noisy. It is possible to continue driving.
Have your brake pa ds replaced a s soon as
possible. Seek the assistance of a workshop
for replacing the brake pads.
Footbrake
The brake system comprises two separate
brake circuits. If one brake circuit should
fail, the vehicle can still be stopped with the
second remaining circuit. If this happens,
the footbrake must be fully depressed with
greater pedal pressure. The distance
required for braking will be greater.
Consult a workshop before continuing to
drive.
In order to utilise the full pedal travel -
particularly in the event of a brake circuit
fault - there must be no mats in the area of
the pedals.
With the engine stop ped the servo
assistance is discontinued after the
footbrake has been depressed once or
twice. The braking action will not be
reduced but greater pedal pressure will be
necessary. Take extra care when the
vehicle is being towed.
Check the brake lights before starting out
on a journey. Shortly after the start of each
journey the brake system should be tested
at low speed for its effectiveness, especially
if the brakes are wet, e.g. after washing
your vehicle.
The brake fluid level should be checked
regularly - see page 156.
Drivin g and op era tio n112
Handbrake
Always apply the ha ndbrake firmly without
pressing the release button. Apply as fully
as possible on uphill or downhill inclines.
The mechanical handbrake acts on the
brakes on the rea r wheels. It engag es
automatically when applied.
To release the handbrake, pull the lever up
slig htly , press the release button, fully lower
and release.
Control ind icator R fo r brak e sy st em
Control indicator R illuminates in re d whe n
ignition is switched on if handbrake is
applied and/or fluid level for brake system
is too low. Brake fluid level - see page 156.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) u
ABS continuous ly mo nitors th e v ehicle's
brak e system and prev ents the wheels from
locking, irresp ective of the road condition
and tyre grip.
It starts to regulate the braking pressure as
soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock.
The vehicle rema ins steerable, even in the
event of very heavy braking, e.g. on bends
or when swerving to avoid an obstacle.
Even in the case of full-on braking, the ABS
makes it possible to drive round an
obstacle without releasing the brakes.
ABS control is mad e ap parent through a
pulse in the brake pedal and the noise of
the regulation process.
9 Warning
If the control indicator illuminates when
the handbrake is not applied: stop
vehicle; interrupt your journey
immediately and consult a workshop.
9 Wa rnin g
For op tim um braking, keep the footbrak e
fully depressed throughout the braking
process, despite the fact that the pedal is
pulsating. Do not reduce the pressure on
the pedal.
Do not let this special safety feature
tempt you into taking risks w hen driving.
Traffic safety can only be achieved by
adopting a responsible driving style.
Driving and o peration 113
Control indica tor u for ABS
When the ignition is switched on, the ABS
control indicator u illuminates in yellow.
At the same time, the system performs a
self-check which m ay be audible . When the
control indicator extinguishes, the system is
ready for operation.
If the control indicator u does not
e xting uish after a few se cond s, or if it
illuminates while d riving, there is a fault in
the ABS . The vehicle's brak e system
remains operational without ABS
regulation.
You can continue driving, provided you
drive with care and antic ipation.
Have the cause of the fault remedied. The
system's integrated self-diagnostics allows
fa ults to be quickly remedied.
Wheels, tyres
Tyres
See page 169 for suitable tyres and
restrictions.
Factory-fitted tyres are matched to the
chassis and offer optimum driving comfort
and safety.
Changing tyre / wheel type
Before switching to different tyres or
wheels, seek advice on technica l
possibilities. We recom mend that you
consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer,
who will b e ab le to ad vise you of any
necessary modifications.
If tyres of a different size to those fitted at
the fa ctory are used (this includes winter
tyres), the electronic speedometer may
possibly need to be rep rogram med to
ensure that the speed displayed is correct.
9 Warning
If there is a fault in the ABS, the rear
wheels may tend to lock in the event of
unusually heavy braking. This may cause
the vehicle to swerve. The benefits of the
ABS are lost.
9 Wa rnin g
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels may
lead to accidents and render the vehicle
unroadworthy.
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Fitting new tyres
New tyres should be fitted in pairs, or for
preference in sets. Make sure that both
tyres on one axle are:
z The same size ,
z the same design,
z the same make,
z and have the same tread pattern.
Observe legal requirements when
disposing of tyres.
Some brands of tyres have a beaded edge
for alloy wheels, to protect against
damage. If wheel covers are used on steel
wheels with beaded-edge tyres, the
following procedure must be followed:
z Wheel covers and tyres that are
approved by Vauxhall for the respective
vehicle and comply with all of the
relevant wheel and tyre com bination
requirements must be used.
If the whe el cov ers and tyres used are not
Vauxhall-approved, the tyres must not
ha ve a beaded edge.
Tyre pressure
Check tyre pressures w hen cold, including
the spare wheel, at least every 14 days and
prior to any long journey. Don't forget to
check the spare.
Tyre pressures - see page 169.
Increased pressure resulting from tyre
warm -up must not be reduced, otherwise
the pressure may drop below the
permissible minimum.
After having checked the tyre pressures,
securely tighten the valve caps.
9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel covers
could lead to sudden pressure loss and
thereby accidents.
Driving and o peration 115
Incorrect tyre pressures will impair safety,
vehicle handling, comfort and fuel
economy and will increase tyre wear.
Hidden tyre damag e is not eliminated by
subsequently adjusting the tyre pressure.
Tyre condition, wheel condition
Driving over sharp edges ca n lead to
hidden tyre dam age and wheel dama ge
which is only noticed later on: there is a
danger of tyre blow-out.
Drive over edges slowly and at a right
angle if possible. When parking, ensure
that the tyres are not pressed against the
edge of the k erb.
Check tyres regularly for damage (foreign
bodies, punctures, cuts, cracks, bulges in
sidewalls). Check wheels for damage. In
the event of damage or ab normal wear,
consult a workshop.9 Wa rning
If the pressure is too low, this can result in
considerable tyre warm-up and internal
damage, leading to tread separation
and even to tyre blow-out at high speeds.
9 Wa rnin g
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Drivin g and op era tio n116
Tread dept h
Check tread depth regularly. Should the
front tyres show greater wear than the rear
tyres, have both front wheels exchanged
with the rear wheels so that the tyres w ith
deepe r tread are on the front ax le.
For safety reasons, tyres should be
replaced when their tread depth has worn
down to 2 to 3 mm. The legal permissible
minimum tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
reached when the tread has worn down as
far as one of the tread wear indicators. A
numb er of trea d we ar indicators are
spac ed at equal intervals around the tyre
within the tread. Their position is indicated
by markings on the tyre sidewall.
General inform ation
Note that the danger of aquaplaning is
greater if the tyres are worn.
Tyres age, even if they are used only very
little or not at all. A spare wheel 3 which
has not been used for six years should be
used with care.
Never fit used tyres the previous history
and use of which you do not know.
Tyre designations
Meanings:
e.g. 19 5/6 5 R 16 C
195 =Tyre width inmm
65 = Aspect ratio in %
(tyre height to tyre width in %)
R = Belt type: Radial
16 = Rim diameter in inches
C = Cargo or commercial use
Driving and o peration 117
Winter tyres 3
See page 169 for restrictions.
Winter tyres (M + S tyres) improve safety
and should therefore be fitted on all
wheels.
The d esign of summ er tyres mea ns they
have limited qualities for winter driving.
If the maximum permissible speed for the
winter tyres is less than that of the vehicle,
a notice indicating the maximum
permissible speed for the tyres must be
affixed w ithin the driver's fie ld of vision 3
1)
.
If you use the spare wheel when it is fitted
with a sum mer tyre: the vehicle's
driveability may be affected, especially on
slippery road surfaces. Obtain a
replacement for the faulty tyre as soon as
possible, and have the wheel balanced
and fitted to the vehicle.
Ensure that winter tyres are inflated to the
correct pressure specified by the tyre
manufacturer.
Wheel covers 3
If the whe el cov ers and tyres used are not
Vauxhall-app roved, make sure that the
tyres do not have a beaded edge -
see page 114.
Tyre chains 3
See page 169 for restrictions.
Tyre chains may be used only on the drive
wheels (front ax le). They must be fitted
symmetrically on the tyre to ensure that
they are seated conc entrically.
1)
Varies from country to country o n account of
national regulations .
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Only fine-mesh chains - not protruding
more than 15 mm on the tyre tread and
inboard sides (including chain lock).
Whee l covers on stee l whee ls m ay com e
into contact with parts of the chains. In
suc h case s, rem ov e the whee l cove rs.
Tyre chains may only be used at speeds up
to 30 mph (50 km/h)
1)
a nd, w he n travelling
on roads that are free of snow, they may
only be used for brief periods since they are
subject to rapid wear on a hard road and
may snap.
Roof racks 3
For reasons of safety and to avoid
damaging the roof, we recommend that
you use the Vauxhall roof rack system
released for your vehicle.
Note: The front roof rack fixing points
loca ted a bove the cab area a re for
installation of the full roof rack system only
and must not be used to attach roof bars.
Driving hints - see page 97.
Towing equipment 3
If the vehicle is not equipped with a trailer
hitch, we recommend having this retro-
fitted by a workshop, who will advise you
on any possible towed load increases. The
workshop has instructions on how to install
the trailer hitch and making any chang es
to the vehicle that are needed that affect
the cooling system or other equipment.
Mounting dimensions of towing equipment
- see page 173.
Towi ng eq uipment aud ible warning 3
For vehicles fitted with towing equipment 3
when connected to a caravan or trailer the
pitch of the audible warning changes upon
operating the turn signal lights. The pitch
of the aud ible warning w ill cha nge if the
caravan / trailer or towing vehicle turn
signal light fails.
Towing
C arava n / trailer loa ds
2)
The permissible caravan / trailer loads are
vehicle-dependent and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual caravan / trailer load
is the difference between the actual gross
weight of the caravan / trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
caravan / trailer coupled.
When the caravan / trailer load is being
checked, therefore, only the caravan /
trailer wheels - and not the jockey wheel -
must be standing on the weighing
apparatus.
1)
Varies from country to country o n account of
national regulations .
9 Warning
Disregard of the instructions may lead to
injuries or endanger life. Vehicle
passengers must be informed
accordingly.
2)
Observe national regulations.
Driving and o peration 119
The permissible caravan / trailer loads for
your vehicle are given in the vehicle papers.
Unless otherwise stated, they are valid for
gradients up to max. 12%.
The permissible caravan / trailer load
should be fully utilized only by drivers who
are adequately experienced in towing
large caravans / trailers.
In higher elevations the engine output and
gradability may drop so that it may not be
possible for the permissible caravan /
trailer loads to be fully utilized in
mountainous territory.
The actual caravan / trailer load plus the
actual Gross Vehicle Weight must not
exceed the maximum permitted towing
weight. For examp le, if the permitted Gross
Vehicle Weight is utilised, the caravan /
trailer load must only be used until the
maximum permitted towing weight is
reached. The maximum permitted towing
weight is shown on the identification plate,
see page 162.
Coupling soc ket load
The coupling socket load is the load
exerted by the caravan / trailer on the
coupling ball. It can be varied by cha nging
the weight distribution when loading the
caravan / trailer.
The maximum permissible coupling socket
load for the towing vehicle, stated on the
label, should always be aimed for,
particularly in the case of heavy caravans /
tra ilers. The coupling socket load should
never be below 25 kg.
In the case of caravan / trailer load s of
1200 kg or more, the coupling socket load
should not be less than 50 kg.
When measuring the coupling socket load,
make sure that the drawbar of the loaded
caravan / trailer is at the same height as it
will be when the caravan / trailer is coupled
with the towing vehicle loaded. Particularly
important for caravans / trailers with
tandem axle.
Rear axle load duri ng towing
When the caravan / trailer is coupled and
the towing vehicle fully loaded (including
all occupants), the perm issible rear axle
load must not be exceeded.
Tyre pressure
Increase the tyre pressure on the towing
vehicle to the value specified for full load
(see page 169). Also check the pressure of
the caravan / trailer tyres.
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Driv ing chara cteristics, tow ing tip s
In the case of caravans / trailers with
brakes, attach the breakaway stopping
cable.
Before coupling the caravan / trailer,
lubricate the ball of the caravan / trailer
towing device. However, do not do so if a
stabilizer which acts on the coupling ball is
being used to damp snaking motions.
Handling is greatly influenced by the
loading of the caravan / trailer. Loads
should therefore be secured so that they
cannot slip and placed in the centre of the
caravan / trailer if possible, i.e. above the
axle.
Vauxhall genuine parts and accessories,
e.g. large mirrors for wide caravans /
trailers can be retro-fitted, to aid trailer
operation.
In the case of caravans / trailers with low
directional stability, it is advisable to use a
stabilizer to damp snaking motions.
Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h)
if possible, even in c ountries where higher
speeds are p ermitted .
Make sure that you have enough room
when cornering and a void sud den
manoeuvres.
If the caravan / trailer starts to sway, drive
more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and bra ke sharply if necessary.
Electrica lly driven fan: The fan cooling
capacity is not dependent on engine
spe ed. It is not necessary, therefore when
driving uphill to shift down into a lower
gear if the vehicle can clim b in a higher
gear.
When coupled to a caravan / trailer the
vehicle requires more braking effort when
driving down long gradients, so select the
sam e gear as you would driving uphill and
drive at roug hly the same spee d.
Remember that the braking distance for
vehicles towing caravans / trailers is always
greater tha n the braking distance for
vehicles not towing a caravan / trailer.
St arting on inclines
Hold engine rpm constant, release clutch
pedal gradually (let clutch slip), release
brake and accelerate to an appropriate
speed. If possible, the engine speed should
not drop during this procedure.
For vehicles with Easytronic 3 in Automatic
mode, apply sufficient throttle.
Before starting-off under extreme
conditions (high Gross Combination
Weight, mountainous terrain with steep
inclines), switch off all unnecessary
electrical loads (e.g. heated rear window).
Dropside body 121
Dropside body
Loading
1)
z Load the vehicle evenly, d istributing the
load across the body.
z Secure any solid loads with additional
lashing equipment. See page 123.
z Place loads onto the dropside body from
the minimum practicable height. Do not
drop loads onto the body floor.
z Do not overload the dropside body.
z Ensure the load will not fall out or
endanger other road users.
z Do not leave load deposits on public
roads or footpaths.
z Do n ot drive wi th the tailbo ard o r
sideboards down.
z The Gross Vehicle Weight and
Gross Combination Weight can be found
on the vehicle identification plate
2)
,
which is located on the rig ht-hand door
pillar - see page 162.
Loading ... .......................... .................. 121
Using the step ............... ......... ............. 123
Lashing points ..... ...................... ......... 123
Underfloor storage compartments 3 124
Cleaning .. ...................... ...................... 124
Service operations ... .................. ......... 124
1)
Observe the national regulations on securin g
loads.
2)
The VIN plate on your vehicle may differ from
illustration S 12 234 (s hown above).
Dropside body122
To lower the sideboar d:
Release b oth sideboard levers by pulling
the lever outwards.
Pull the lever down until it contacts the
body and low er the sideboard carefully.
To lower the tail board:
Release both tailboard levers.
Lower the tailboard carefully.
To raise:
Raise the sideboard or tailboard and push
firmly against the body. Push the lever up
into its recess until it clicks audibly into
place. Check the sideboard or the
tailboard is secure.
Dropside body 123
Using the step
Lowering:
With the tailboard down, swing the step
plate down to a horizontal position.
Stow ing:
Swing the step plate up into the vertical
position ag ainst the mounting brac ket.
La sh ing p oints
Pull up the lashing eyes as required.
Secure heavy objects with lashing straps
attached to the lashing points. If heavy
loads slip when the vehicle is braked
heavily or driven a round a bend, the
ha ndlin g of the ve hicle may change.
The two additional lashing points on the
bulkhead should also b e used to secure the
load w henever possible.
Observe the safety labels on the bulkhead
to avoid overloading.
9 Warning
When loading heavy or bulk items, the
lashing point eyes m ust be flush with the
body floor, to avoid causing any
damage.
Dropside body124
Underfloor storage
compartments 3
Certain models feature five lockable
underfloor storage compartments.
For security , these can be locked with the
key provided.
To open, pull latch and lower flap.
Upon closing, ensure the flap is pushed
firmly until it clicks audibly into place.
Cleaning
Dirt or mud which remains dry on the body
may become abrasive a nd can dam age
paint, seals, locks and hinges.
Clean the following pa rts of the drop side
body, if contaminated with dirt:
z Sideboard and tailboard locks, latches
and hing es.
Service operations
In conjunction with the Service items
detailed in the vehicle Service Booklet, the
following checks are additionally required:
z Tail / sideboard latches and hinges:
check op eration.
z Bolts and nuts of sub-frame mounting:
check tightening torque.
Your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer will also
be able to advise you if additional Service
operations are recommended, depending
on the specific operating conditions of your
vehicle.
These op erations ca n b e perform ed at the
same time and intervals as a vehicle
Service.
Self-help, vehicle care 12 5
Self-help, vehicle care
Diesel fuel system, bleeding
If the fuel tank has been allowed to run dry,
it will be necessary to a ir vent or bleed the
system before attempting to start the
engine.
Fill the tank with fuel and proceed as
follows:
1. Remove the protective cover 3 from the
in-line supply pump,
2. Place a suitable container underneath
the vent sc rew to collect fuel,
3. Loosen the fue l filter vent sc re w
(arrowed) by one turn,
4. Manually opera te the in-line supply
pump slowly and steadily until fuel
discharging from the loosened vent
screw is free of air bubbles,
5. Retighten the vent screw,
6. Refit the protective cover 3 to the
in-line supply pump.
Draining water from diesel fue l filter -
see page 154.
Diesel fuel system, bleeding .............. 125
Bonnet release ....................... ............. 126
Starting ..................... ........................... 127
Starting the engine with jump leads 3 12 7
Towing .................. ......... ................. ..... 130
Jac k and v ehicle tools 3 .. .................. 131
Warning triangle ¨ 3, F irst-a id kit +3 131
Spare wheel 3............... ...................... 131
Wheel changing................ .................. 132
Tyre repair kit 3... ...................... ......... 134
Electrical system .. ...................... ......... 137
Fuses ... ...................... ...................... ..... 138
Bulb replacem ent .... ...................... ..... 139
Vehicle care..... ........................... ......... 143
9 Warning
Disregard of the instructions may lead to
injuries or endanger life. Vehicle
passengers must be informed
accordingly.
Self-help, vehicle care126
Bonnet release
To open the bonnet, pull the release lever
located on the right-hand side below the
instrument panel. The bonnet will then be
unlocked and will partially op en. Return
release lever to its original position.
To open completely, locate the safety
catch, located slightly to the right of centre
- as view ed from the front - pull the catch
and lift the bonnet.
To hold bonnet in the open position, insert
the support rod, located on the underside
of the bonnet, into the slot provided.
Before closing bonnet, press the support
rod firmly into its retainers. Lower bonnet
gradually to be finally dropped by its own
weight.
Check that the bonnet is locked in position
by pulling a t its front edge. If it is not lock ed
in position, repeat closing procedure.
Self-help, vehicle care 12 7
Starting
Do not start with q uick charger
This prevents damage to electronic
components.
Do not start by pushing or towi ng
If your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic
converter, it must not be started by
pushing or towing - see page 104.
Starting the engine with jump
leads 3
A vehicle with a discha rged battery can be
started using jump leads and the battery of
another vehicle.
Attempts to start the vehicle should be
made at intervals of one minute and
should not last longer than 15 seconds.
z Never expose the battery to naked
fla mes or sparks.
z A disc ha rg ed b attery c an fre ez e at
temperatures of 0 °C. Defrost the battery
in a warm room before connecting the
jump leads.
z Do not allow battery fluid to contact
ey es, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces.
The fluid contains sulphuric acid which
can cause injuries and dam age in the
event of direct contact.
z Wear eye protection and protective
clothing when handling a battery.
z Use auxiliary battery with same volta ge
(12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be
considerably less than that of the
discharged battery. Voltage and
capacity information can be found on
the batteries.
z Use jump leads with insulated terminals
and a width of at least 16 m m
2
(25 mm
2
for diesel engines).
z Do not disconnect the discharged
battery from the vehicle.
z Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers.
9 Wa rning
If the vehicle battery requires charging
whilst still in the vehicle, ensure there is
adequate ventilation in and around the
battery compartment, to prevent risk of
explosion.
9 Warning
This must be done with extreme care.
Any deviation from the following
instructions could lead to personal injury
or damage resulting from battery
explosion, as w ell as to dam age to the
electrical systems in both vehicles.
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z Do not lean over the battery during the
jump starting procedure.
z Do not allow the terminals of one lead to
touch those of the other lead.
z The vehicles must not come into contact
with each other during the jump starting
procedure.
z Apply handbrake. Transmission in
ne utra l (Eas ytronic 3 in N).
z Do not connect leads to negative
terminal of discharged battery!
z The connection point should be as far
away from the discharged battery as
possible.
z Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
z Start the engine of the vehicle providing
the jump start.
z After 5 minutes, start the other engine.
Start attempts should be made at
intervals of 1 minute and should not last
longer than 15 seconds.
z After starting, allow both engines to idle
for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.
z In order to avoid excess voltage in the
electrical system, before removing a
lead, switch on an electrical consumer
(e.g. light, heated rear window) in the
vehicle receiving the jump start.
z Reverse above sequence exactly when
removing leads.
Battery access
The battery is located beneath the front
left-hand seat floor panel. Lift the floor
covering and use tool supplied in the tool
kit to loosen 4 screws.
Note the position of the arrow facing
forwards on the battery cover when
replacing.
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Remove cover plate to access battery. Connect the leads in the order shown in the
picture:
1. Connect one end of the first jump lead to
the positive terminal 1 of the discharged
battery (identified by “+” sign on battery
case or terminal),
2. Connect the other end of this lead to the
positive terminal 2 of the battery
providing the jump start (“+” sign),
3. Connect the first end of the second jump
lead to the negative terminal 3 of the
discharged battery ("-" sign),
4. Connect the other end of this jump
lead 4 to ground on the vehicle providing
the jump start, e.g. engine block or screw
connection in engine suspension.
z Do not connect the lead to the negative
terminal of the battery on the vehicle
providing the jump start! The c onnec tion
point should be as far away from the
battery as possible.
z Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
z Reverse above sequence exactly when
removing leads.
9 Wa rnin g
Care must be taken to ensure that the
leads do not inadvertently contact metal
surfaces within the engine com partment.
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Towing
Towing the vehicle
Screw the tow ing eye (stow ed in the tool kit
- see page 131) fully into the front towing
socket.
Attach the tow rope 3 - or better still, a tow
rod 3 - to the towing eye, never to the
bumper or front suspension units. Do not
tow the vehicle from the rear.
The front towing eye must only be used for
towing and not recovering a vehicle.
Switch on the ignition to release the
steering column lock and to permit the
opera tion of the brake lights, horn and
windscreen wiper.
Manual transmission or Easytronic 3 in the
neutral position.
Drive off slowly and avoid jerky
movem ents. Impe rmissible tractive force s
could damage the vehicles.
To prev ent the e ntry of exhaust fumes from
the towing vehicle, switch on the air
circulation system and close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Tow ing s ervice
Entrust your vehicle only to the towing
se rvice of yo ur choice and obta in a n
estimate on towing costs before employing
any towing service. This will prevent
unnecessary expense and possible
insurance problems during claim
processing.
Towing another vehicle
Attach tow rope 3 - or better still a tow
rod 3 - to the rear towing eye, never to the
rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be used for
towing and not recovering a vehicle.
Drive off slowly and avoid jerky
movements. Impermissible trac tive forces
could da mage the vehicles.
9 Warning
For braking and steering, significa ntly
higher forces are required: brake
assistance and steering assistance are
effective only with the engine running.
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Jack and vehicle tools 3
The jac k and the vehicle tools hav e been
specially developed for your vehicle and
must only be used on that vehicle. Only use
jack for changing wheels.
The jack, adapters, ratchet, torx key, wheel
cover hook, towing eye and spare wheel
security tool 3 are contained in a unit,
stowed under the drivers seat.
Warning triangle ¨ 3,
First-a id k it +3
Your first-aid kit and warning triangle can
be accommodated in the space under the
front seats.
Spare wheel 3
Th e s pare wh e el is m ounted u nde r the re ar
underbody. The spare wheel may be
secure d using a Va ux ha ll se curity bolt 3
that can only be removed using the tool
supplied in the tool kit.
It may be necessary to jack the vehicle up
to gain access to the spare wheel on a fully
loaded vehicle with a flat rear tyre.
9 Warning
Ensure items stowed under the seats are
securely restrained.
9 Wa rnin g
Due to the weight of the tyre assembly it
is recomme nded that you ex ercise
caution when releasing the spare wheel
carrier. Do not fully remove carrier bolt 1
(see next page).
Support the spare wheel with a suitable
object to prevent the wheel falling
suddenly w hen loose ning the carrier bolts
- risk of injury!
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To release the spare wheel carrier, loosen
carrier bolt 1, ensuring it is not fully
removed. Fully remove bolt 2, then pull the
carrier to the left, until it clears bolt 1, and
lower the carrier assembly.
When installing the wheel, ensure that the
spare wheel carrier is correctly positioned
before tightening the bolts.
Genera l informa tion
If you use winter tyres 3, the spare wheel
may still be fitted with a summer tyre.
If y ou use the spare wheel when it is fitted
with a summer tyre, the vehicle's
driveability may be affected, espec ially on
slippery road surfaces.
Obtain a replacement for the faulty tyre as
soon as possible, and have the wheel
balanced and fitted to the vehicle.
Wheel changing
In order to reduce the chance of possible
injuries, make the following prepara tions
and note the procedure:
z Park on a level, firm and non-slippery
surface.
z Switch on hazard warning lights and
apply handbrake. Engage 1st gear or
reverse gear for manual transmission
and Easytronic 3.
z Correctly set up warning triangle.
z No people or animals may be in the
vehicle when it is jacked -up.
z Before lifting the vehicle, turn front
wheels to straight-ahead position.
z Never change more than one wheel at a
time.
z Block wheel diagonally opposite the
wheel to be changed by placing wedge
blocks, any available blocks of wood or
rocks behind and in front of it.
z Use jack only when changing wheels.
z If the ground on which the vehicle is
standing is soft, a solid board (max. 1 cm
thick) should be placed under the jack.
Using a thicker board could lead to
damage of the ja ck and the vehicle.
z Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.
z Do not start or run the engine while the
vehicle is on the jack.
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1. Remove wheel cover, slacken the wheel
bolts with the ratchet and adapter. The
ratchet should turn anticlockwise to
slacken the bolts - invert the ratchet if
necessary.
2. To ra ise vehicle, place lifting pad spigot
of the jack under the jacking hole
located nearest the wheel concerned.
3. Install adapter onto the jack and raise
the vehicle by turning the ratchet until
the wheel is clear of the ground.
4. Remove wheel bolts and replace wheel.
5. Refit wheel bolts and low er vehicle.
6. Tighten wheel bolts in criss-cross
sequence (see illustration S 11799) and
refit wheel cover.
7. Stow the whee l, jacking equipment a nd
warning triangle 3.
Have the ne w whee l balance d on the
vehicle and have the torque of the wheel
bolts checked as soon as possible.
Tightening torque - see page 169.
Have defective tyre repaired and
balanced.
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Tyre repair kit 3
Minor dam age to the tyre trea d or sidewall,
e.g. from foreign bodies, can be repaired
using the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove the foreign body from the
tyre.
Use of the tyre repair kit does not
constitute a permanent repair. Use of this
system enables the driver to safely
continue driving and seek technical
assistance at the earliest opportunity so
that the tyre can be renewed.
Important information – see page 136.
In the event of a flat tyre:
z Switch on hazard warning lights, apply
handbrake, manual transmission or
Easytronic 3: engage 1st or reverse gear.
z Correctly set up the warning triangle 3.
Warning triangle 3see page 131.
Tem porary puncture repair
The repair kit is located under the front
se at.
1. Carefully remove the components from
the case,
2. Remove the comp ressor.
3. Remove the electrical connection cable
and air hose from the compartments on
the underside of the com pressor.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to the
connection on the sealant bottle.
5. Invert the sealant bottle in the retainer
on the compressor.
Position the compressor near the tyre in
such a way that the sealant bottle is
up rig ht.
6.Remove the valve cap from the defective
tyre.
9 Wa rning
Driving with inadequate tyre pressure or
a flat tyre can lea d to hidden tyre
damage, which cannot be eliminated by
using the tyre repair kit. Park the vehicle
and consult a workshop.
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7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
8.The switch on the compressor must be
set to §.
9. Connect the compressor plug to the
accessory socket or ciga rette lig hter
socket. Accessory socket see page 58.
10.Switch on ignition.
11.Set the rocker switch on the compressor
to I. The tyre is filled with sealant.
12.While the sealant bottle drains (approx.
30 seconds) the pressure indicator on
the compressor briefly points to 6 bar
(87 psi). Pressure then sinks again.
13.All of the sealant is pumped into the
tyre and then the tyre is filled with air.
14.The prescribed tyre pressure
(see page 169) should be reached
within 10 minutes. Switch off the
compressor when the correct pressure is
obtained.
If the prescribed tyre pressure is not
reached within 10 minutes, detach the tyre
repair kit. M ove the vehicle one tyre
revolution (approx. 2 metres) in a straight
line. Reconnect the tyre repair kit and
continue the filling procedure for
10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre pressure
is still not reached, the tyre is too badly
damaged. Park the vehicle and consult a
workshop.
9 Wa rning
Do not allow the sealant to contact skin,
eyes or clothing. If swallowed, seek
medical assistance immediately.
9 Wa rnin g
Do not run the compressor for more than
10 minutes - see "Important information"
on page 136.
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Reduce excess tyre pressure with the
button above the pressure indicator.
15. Detach the tyre repair kit. Screw the
filler hose to the free connection on the
sealant bottle. This prevents sealant
leakage. Stow the tyre repair kit in the
vehicle.
16. Wipe away any sealant spill with a
cloth.
17. Dismantle and stow the warning
triangle 3.
18. The stick er supp lie d in the kit shows the
maximum permitted speed at which the
tyre repair may be used. Apply sticker in
the drivers field of vision.
19.Continue driving immediately to allow
the sealant to distribute evenly
throughout the tyre. Stop after approx.
6 miles (10 km), but no more than
10 minutes, and check tyre pressure.
Screw the compressor air hose directly
onto the tyre valve.
As long as the tyre pressure is m ore
than 3.1 bar (45 psi), adjust to the
prescribed value. Repeat the procedure
until there is no more pressure loss.
If tyre pressure is below 3.1 bar (45 psi),
the vehicle must not be driven. Consult
a workshop.
20.Stow the tyre repair kit under the front
seat.
Importa nt informa tion
If the compressor makes abnormal noises
or heats up greatly, switch it off for at least
30 minutes.
Protect the compressor from moisture and
rain.
The seala nt can only be stored for approx.
4 years. After this time, the sealing
properties can no long er be guaranteed.
Heed the expiration date on the sealant
bottle.
The sealant bottle can only be used once.
Replace a used sealant bottle.
The compressor and sealant can be used
from approx. -30 °C.
Dispose of a used tyre repair kit in
accordance with app licable legislation.
9 Wa rnin g
Do not drive faster than
50 mph (80 km/h). Have the tyre
permanently repaired or replaced before
subjecting it to prolonged usage.
Have the repaired tyre replaced as soon
as possible. Do not drive with more than
one repaired tyre.
Steerability and driving behaviour m ay
be impaired. Take bends slowly.
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Electrical system
Fuseboxes
The fusebox is located on the left-hand
side of the instrument p anel.
When replacing a fuse, turn off the
respective switch and the ignition.
A defective fuse can be recognized b y its
melted w ire. A new fuse should only be
installed after the cause of the trouble has
been eliminated.
Only install fuses of the spec ified rating.
Each fuse has its rating written on it, in
addition the fuses are colour coded.
It is adv isable to carry a full se t of fuse s.
Provision is made in the fusebox for the
storing of spare fuses.
Instrument panel fusebox
To open the cover, remove the ashtray
from the left-hand cup holder, pull open
the fusebox cover.
To help in replacing fuses, a fuse remover is
located in the fusebox.
9 Wa rning
Electronic ignition systems use a very
high v oltag e. Do not tou ch; d ang er to
life .
Fuses,
Colour
Fuses,
Rating
1)
1)
Rating in Amperes.
Grey 2 A
Light brown 5 A
Dark brown 7.5 A
Red 10 A
Light blue 15 A
Yellow 20 A
White 25 A
Light green 30 A
Orange 40 A
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Fuses
Symbol A pplica tion
Z
Air conditioning
d
Heated exterior mirrors
U
Heated front seats
, Electric windows
L
Left-hand main beam
N
Right-hand main beam
K Windscreen wiper
Z Radio
)
Cigaret te lighter
Boiler
Rear passenger
compartment heater
j Horn
Symbol App licat ion
a
Left-hand dipped beam
W
Right-ha nd dipped beam
e Instrument panel
Z Heating
d Interior light
u Anti-lock Brake System
Ü Heated rear windows
+
Clock / interior lights / radio
UCH
INJ
Fuel injection system
f
Rear window wash
e
Rear widow wiper
Symbol Applic ation
T
Left-hand side light
S
Right-hand side light
U Central locking
:
Electrically adjustable
exterior mirrors
%
Stop control indicator
Daytime running lights
r Fog tail light
>
Front fog lights
? Accessory socket
&
&&
& Tachograph
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Bulb replacement
Before replacing a bulb, turn off the
respective light switch.
Only hold new bulb at base! Oil a nd grease
stains on the glass evaporate, eventually
resulting in a dull reflector. Inadvertently
staine d bulbs may be c leaned with a clean,
non-fluffy cloth, using alcohol or white
spirit.
Replacement bulb must be in accordance
with data on base of defective bulb. Do not
exceed wattage given on bulb base.
Headlight aiming
We recommend that headlight a iming be
carried out by a workshop, who will have
special equipment.
On vehicles with headlight range
adjustm ent, carry out headlight aiming
with switch in position 0.
Hea dlight dipped and ma in beam
1. Remove harness connector.
2. Re move rub ber sea l.
3. Release retaining clip and remove bulb.
4. Renew bulb and install retaining clip
ensuring that bulb is in correct
orientation.
5. Install rubber seal and harness
connector.
Parking lig ht
1. Remove bulb holder from light assemb ly
by rotating through 90º.
2. Renew bulb.
3. Install bulb holder in light assembly.
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Front turn signal light
1. Remove bulb holder from light assembly
by rotating through 90º.
2. Renew bulb.
3. Install bulb holder in light assembly.
Side repeater lig ht
1. Release light clips from wing using a
flatblade screwdriver and lift out.
2. Remove b ulb holder from light assembly
by rotating through 90º and renew bulb.
3. Install bulb holder in light assembly and
install lig ht assembly into aperture.
Rear b rake, tur n sig nal and tail lights
1. Remove 3 screws (using the tool supplied
in the tool kit).
2. Carefully pull light assembly from
retaining pins on the outer side and
remove.
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3. Twist bulb holder to separate from light
assembly.
4. Renew bulb.
5. Push to install the bulb holder into the
light assembly - then twist to secure.
6. Check that the wiring harness is located
correctly.
7. Locate light assembly into position,
ensuring that it is seated correctly.
8. Fit light assembly onto retaining pins
and replace 3 screws.
Reversi ng lights and fog tail light
1. Remove 2 screw s (using the tool supplied
in the tool kit ) and remove light
assembly.
2. Twist bulb housing to separate from light
assembly.
3. Renew bulb.
4. Push to install the bulb holder into the
light assembly - then twist to secure.
5. Install light assembly with 2 screws.
Number plat e light
1. Remove 2 screws (arrowed) and remove
lens.
2. Renew bulb.
3. Re-insta ll lens; replace screws.
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Interior lights
1. Remove lens using a flat blade.
2. Renew bulb.
3. Reinstall lens assem bly.
Load compartment light 3
1. Remove light assembly using a flat
blade.
2. Gain access to b ulb by removing rear
cover on light assembly.
3. Renew bulb, and install rear cover.
4. Reinstall light assembly.
Third brak e li ght, front fog lights 3 ,
instrument and glove compar tment
ill uminati on
W e re comme nd ha ving bulb re place ments
carried out by a workshop.
Rear courtesy lights 3
W e re comme nd ha ving bulb re place ments
carried out by a workshop.
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Vehicle care
In caring for your vehicle, observe all
national environmental regulations,
particularly when washing your vehicle.
Regular, thorough care contributes to
improving the appearance of your vehicle
and maintaining its value. It is also a
prerequisite for claims made under the
warranty, in the event of paint or corrosion
damage.
In the following p ages, we give you tips for
vehicle care which, with correct use, will
help to ward off unavoidable and harmful
environmental influences.
Vehicle ca re a ids 3
Vehicle wash:
z Wash brush.
z Car Shampoo.
z Car Sponges.
z Wheel Cleaners.
z Engine Cleaners.
z Glass Cleaners.
z Insect Removal Sponge.
z Chamois Leather.
Exterior care:
z Paintwork Cleaner.
z Paintwork Polish.
z Cream Polish.
z Metallic Paintw ork Wax.
z Hard Wa x.
z Touch-Up Applicator.
z Touch-Up Paints.
z Aerosol and Touch-Up Paint.
z Lock Cylinder Grease.
z W hee l Preserver.
z Alloy Wheel Cleaner.
z Alloy Wheel Preserver.
z Rust Preventative.
z Vauxhall De-icer Spray.
z Insect Remover.
z Window Cleaning Spray.
z Windscreen Wash Solvent.
z Silicone Oil for Rubber Seals.
Interior care:
z Interior / Upholstery Cleaner.
Washing
The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to
environmental influences, e.g. continuous
changes in w eather conditions, industrial
waste gases and dust or thawing salts, so
wash a nd wax your vehicle regularly . When
using automatic car wa shes, select a
programme which includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, pollen
and the like should be cleaned off
immediately, as they contain aggressive
constituents which can cause paint
damage.
If using a car wash, comply with the
pertinent instructions of the car wash
manufacturer. The windscreen wiper, the
automatic wiper with rain sensor 3, and
the rear door / tailgate wind ow wiper must
be switched off – see page 75. Remove
detachable rod antenna. Stand on the
door sill to reach them more ea sily.
If y ou wash your vehicle by hand, make
sure that the insides of the wings are also
thoroughly rinsed out.
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Clean edges and folds on opened doors
and flaps as well as the areas they cover.
Thoroughly rinse off and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for paint and window
surfaces: remnants of wax on the windows
will impair vision.
Observe national regulations.
Waxing
Wax your vehicle regularly, in particular
after it ha s b ee n washed using
Car Shampoo and at the latest when water
no longer forms beads on the paintwork,
otherwise the paintwork will dry out.
Also wax e dge s and folds on opened doors
and flaps as well as the areas they cover.
Polishing
Polishing is necessa ry only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits ha ve
become attached to it.
Pa in tw ork po lis h w it h s ilic on e f orm s
a protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts should not be treated
with wax and polish.
Use Metallic Paintwork Wax on vehicles
with a metallic-effect paint finish.
Wheels
Use a p H-neutral wheel clea ning a gent to
clean the wheels.
Wheels are painted a nd can be treated
with the sam e agents as the body. For alloy
wheels, we recommend the use of Alloy
Wheel Preserver.
Paintwork damage
Repair small areas of paint damage such
as stone impacts, scratches etc.
immediately using a Vauxhall Touch-Up
Applicator or Vauxhall Spray and Touch-
Up Paint before rust can form. If rust has
already formed, have the cause remedied
by a workshop. Please also pay attention
to surfaces and edges beneath the vehicle
where rust may have formed unnoticed for
some time.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other protective light
bezels are made of plastic. If they require
additional cleaning after the vehicle
has been washed, clean them with
Car Shampoo. Do not use any abrasive or
caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper,
and do not clean them dry.
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Plastic and rubber parts
For additiona l cleaning of plastic and
rubber parts, use Interior / Upholstery
Cleaner suitable for vehicle interiors.
Do not use any other agent, and in
particular do not use solvents or petrol.
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners on
plastic and rubber parts.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners on
wheels and tyres.
Interior and upholstery
Clean the vehicle interior, including the
instrument panel facia, using Interior /
Upholstery Cleaner.
Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum
cleaner and brush. To remove stains, use
Interior / Upholstery Cleaner that is suitable
for both fabrics and vinyl.
Open Velcro fasteners on clothing could
damage seat upholstery. Make sure that
Velcro fasteners are closed.
Do not use cleaning agents such as
acetone, carbon tetrachloride, paint
thinner, paint remover, nail varnish
remover, washing powder or bleach to
clean fabrics, carpets, the instrument panel
or leather trim 3 in the vehicle interior.
Petrol is also unsuitable.
Avoid over-exposure to vapours from
cleaning agents and other chemicals when
cleaning. Whenever possible, avoid using
such cleaning agents in small, unventilated
spac es, to avoid inhalation of dangerous
vapours. Open the doors.
If the front seats are equipped with side
airbags 3, do not use chemical solvents or
strong detergents on the seat fabric.
Do not saturate the seat fabric with
Interior / Upholstery Cleaner, to avoid
contaminating the airbag system,
otherwise the side airbags 3 may not
trigg er in the event of a collision.
Seat belts
Alw ays keep seat belts clean and dry.
Clean only with lukewarm water or Interior /
Upholstery Cleaner.
Windows
When cleaning the heated rear windows,
make sure that the heating element on the
inside of the window is not damaged.
Use a soft lint-free cloth or Chamois
Leather in conjunction with Window
Cleaning Spray and Insect Remover.
Vauxhall Windscreen Wash Solvent is
suitable for de-icing windows.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
commercially available sharp-edged ice
scraper. Press the scraper firmly against
the glass so that no dirt can get under it
and scratch the glass.
Windscreen wiper blades
Wax, such as that used in car w ashes, can
cause streaks to form on the windscreen
when the wiper is used.
Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with
a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen
Wash Solvent, and replaced if necessary
see page 157.
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Locks
The locks are lubrica ted with a high-grade
Lock Cylinder Grease at the factory. Lock
Cy lind er Grease prevents the locks from
freezing up. Only use de-icing agent in
emergencies, as they have a degreasing
effect and will impair the function of the
locks. After using a de-icing agent, have
the lock s regreased by a workshop.
Eng ine compar tment
Areas of the engine compartment that are
painted in the same colour as the vehicle
must be looked after like any other painted
surface.
It is adv isable to wash the engine
compartment before and after winter and
preserve it with wax. Cover alternator and
brake fluid reservoir with plastic sheets
before washing the engine.
When washing the engine with a steam-jet
cle ane r, do not d ire ct th e ste am je t at
components of the Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS), the air conditioning system 3 or the
belt drive and its components.
Protective wax that has been applied is
also removed during the engine wash. For
this reason, have the engine, brake system
components in the engine compartment,
axle components with steering, body parts
and cavities thoroughly preserved with
protective wax after the wash by a
workshop.
An engine wash can be performed in the
spring in order to remove dirt that has
adhered to the engine compartment,
which may also have a high salt content.
Check protectiv e w ax la yer and ma ke good
if necessary.
Do not use high-pressure jet clea ners in
engine com partment.
Underbody
Your vehicle has a factory-applied PVC
undercoating in the wheel arches
(including the longitudinal mem bers) which
provides permanent protection and needs
no special maintenance. The surfaces of
the vehicle underbody not covered by PVC
are provided with a durable p rotective wax
coating in critical areas.
On ve hicles whic h are wa shed frequently
in automatic car washes with underbody
washing facility, the protective wax
coating may be im paired by dirt-dissolving
add itiv es, so check the underb od y after
washing and have it waxed if necessary.
Before the start of the cold weather season,
check the PVC coating and protective wax
coating and, if necessary, have them
restored to perfect condition.
Caution commercially available bitumen /
rubber materials can damage the PVC
coating. We recommend that you ha ve
underbody work carried out by a
workshop, who knows the prescribed
materials and has experience in the use
thereof.
The underbody should be washed
following the end of the cold weather
season to remove any dirt adhering to the
underbody since this may also contain salt.
Check protective wax coating and, if
necessary, have it restored to perfect
condition.
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Service, maintenance
Vauxhall Service
In our ex perience, the most com mon cause
of all complaints is the result of
misunderstanding or lack of
communication between the customer a nd
the Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
We sincerely hope you will never have
cause to complain ab out your vehicle.
However, if things do go wrong, the best
cours e of action for y ou to ta ke is to
contact your Vauxhall Authorised
Repairers Service Reception Staff and
explain the difficulty you are having. We
are confident they will do their utmost to
resolve the problem to your complete
satisfaction.
Sometimes, however, despite the best of
intentions of all concerned,
misunderstandings can occur. If your
problem has not been resolved to your
satisfaction, please make an appointment
to discuss the matter with the Manager of
the department concerned.
The majority of areas of concern can be
quickly resolved in this way.
Should you wish to pursue the matter
further, the Principal of the Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer should be made
aware of your concern. It is advisab le in
such cases to write to him to confirm your
problem and the solutions offered.
You can be assured the Authorised
Repairers Principal will only be too anxious
to fully investigate your problems and
correct any errors made. After all, they
have a l arg e investment in their business
and are proud of their reputation and
professionalism and fully realises that
satisfied customers are their key to success.
In the unlikely event that you are still not
happy with the answer your Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer has given, or the
action he proposes to correct the problem,
you may contact the Customer Care
Department
1)
where a team of Customer
Care Consultants will spare no effort to
ensure your complete satisfaction.
Vauxhall Motors Ltd.
Customer Care,
Griffin Hous e ,
Osborne Road,
LUTON,
Be ds. , LU1 3YT
Telephone: 0845 090 2044
They w ill review all the facts involved. Then
if it is felt some further action can be taken,
the Vauxhall Authorised Repairer will be
advised accordingly. In any case, your
contact will be acknowledged confirming
Vauxhall Motors position in the matter.
If you are not satisfied with the outcome,
you can if you wish, seek advice from an
independent third party suc h as:
Autom obile Association (A.A.)
Fanum House, Basing View,
BASINGSTOKE,
Hants., R G21 4EA
Vauxhall Service .................... ............. 147
Inspection system ......... ...................... 149
Vauxhall genuine parts and
accessories......... ...................... ......... 149
A note on safety ........... ...................... 150
Checking and topping up fluids ... ..... 150
Engine oil .................. ........................... 150
Diesel fuel filter 3 ...................... ......... 154
Engine airflow indicator 3 ................. 154
Coolant .... ...................... ...................... 155
Brake fluid ... ...................... .................. 156
Windscreen wiper .................. ........ ..... 157
Windscreen wash system ...... ............. 159
Power steering fluid ...... ...................... 159
Battery ..... ...................... ...................... 160
Protection of electronic components 161
Vehicle storage .... ...................... ......... 161
1)
Calls may be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
Service, maintenance148
Roy al Autom obile Club (R.A.C.),
R.A.C. Motoring Services Ltd.,
89-91 Pall Mall,
LONDON, SW1Y 5HS
The Customer Relations Department,
Soci ety of Motor Manufacturers and
Traders Ltd. (S.M.M.T.),
Forbes House, Halkin Street,
LONDON, SW1X 7DS
Customer Complaints Service,
Scot tish Motor Trade A ssocia tion,
(S.M .T.A.),
3 Palmerston Place,
EDINBURGH, EH12 5AQ
The Nationa l Conciliation Service,
Retail Motor Ind ust ry Federation,
9 North Street,
RUGBY, CV21 2AB
If you have a p roblem w hilst abroa d:
The Service Departments of Adam Opel
GmbH and General Motors branches
everywhere will provide information and
assistance:
In Luxembourg, please contact the
General Motors Service Department in
Antwerp – Belgium
Tel. 00 32-34 50 63 29
General Motors Austria GmbH
Groß-Enzersdorfer Str. 59
1220 Vienna Austria
Tel. 00 43 1-2 88 77 444 or
00 43-1-2 88 77 0
General Motors Belgium N.V.
Noorderlaan 401 Haven 500
2030 Antw erp – Belgium
Tel. 00 32-34 50 63 29
General Motors Southeast Europe,
org. s lož ka
Olbrachtova 9
140 00 Prague – Czech Republic
Tel. 00 420-2 39 004 321
General Motors Danmark
Jaegersborg Alle 4
2920 Charlottenlund Denmark
Tel. 00 45-39 97 85 00
Vauxhall Motors Ltd.
Customer Ca re
Griffin House, Osborne Road
Luton, Bedfor dshi re, LU1 3YT – England
Tel. 00 44-845 090 2044
General Motors Finland Oy
Pajuniityntie 5
00320 Helsinki – Finland
Tel. 00 358-9 817 101 47
General Motors France
1 9, avenue du Marais
Angle Q ua i de Bezon s
95101 Argenteuil Cedex – France
Tel. 00 33-1-34 26 30 51
ADA M OP E L Gm bH
Bahnhofsplatz 1
65423 Rüsselsheim – Germany
Tel. 00 49-61 42-77 50 00 or
00 49-61 42-7 70
General Motors Hellas S.A.
56 Kifisia s Av enue & Delfon str.
Amarousion
151 25 Athens Greece
Tel. 00 30-1-6 80 65 01
General Motors Southeast Europe Ltd.
Szabadsag utca 117
2040 Budaörs – Hungary
Tel. 00 36-23 446 100
General Motors India
Sixth Floor, Tower A
Global Business Park
Mehrauli – Gurgaon Road
Gurgaon 122 022, Haryana India
Tel. 00 91-124 280 3333
General Motors Ireland Ltd.
Opel House, Unit 60, Heather Road
Sandyford, Dublin 18 Ireland
Tel. 00 353-1-216 10 00
General Motors Italia Srl
Piazzale dell’Industria 40
00144 Rome – Italy
Tel. 00 39-06-5 46 51
General Motors Nederland B.V.
Lage Mosten 49 63
4822 NK Breda Netherlands
Tel. 00 31-76-5 44 83 00
General Motors Norge AS
Kjeller-Vest 6
2027 Kjeller Norway
Tel. 00 47-23 50 01 04
General Motors Poland Sp. z o. o.
Wołoska 5
06-675 Warsaw Poland
Tel. 00 48-22-606 17 00
Service, maintenance 149
General Motors Portugal
Quinta da Fonte
Edificío Fernão M agalhães, Piso 2
2780-190 Po dArcos – Portugal
Tel. 00 351-21 440 75 00
General Motors Southeast Europe,
org. zlka
Apollo Business Centre
Mlynské Nivy 45
821 09 Bratislava Slovakia
Tel. 00 421-2 58 275 543
General Motors España S.L.
Paseo de la Castellana, 91
28046 Madrid Spain
Tel. 00 34-902 25 00 25
General Motors Norden AB
Årstngvägen 17
100 73 Stockholm Sweden
Tel. 00 46-20 333 000
General Motors Suisse S.A.
Stelzenstraße 4
8152 Glattbrugg – Switzerland
Tel. 00 41-44 828 28 80
General Motorsrkiye Ltd. Sti.
Kemalpasa yolu üzeri
35861 Torbalı / İzmir Turkey
Tel. 00 9 0-2 32-8 53-1 4 53
In Alb ania, Bosnia-H erzegovina ,
Bulga ria, C roatia, Estonia, La tvia ,
Lithuania, Macedonia, Montenegro,
Romania, Serbi a and Slovenia
please consult the General Motors
Service Department at Budaörs – Hungary
Tel. 00 36-23 446 100
Inspection system
In order to guarantee econom ical and safe
vehicle operation and to m aintain the
value of your vehicle, it is of vital
importance that all maintenance work is
carried out at the proper intervals, as
specified by Vauxhall in the Service
Booklet. Time or mileage / kilom etre
intervals - whichever is reached first -
determine when your vehicle is due for its
ne xt serv ice.
In the case of low mileage / kilometre
accumulation with frequent cold starts or
predominantly urban traffic and stop-and-
go traffic, an additional eng ine oil and
filter change is recommended.
You will find the Service Booklet in the
glove compartment.
Have service work – and repair work to
body and equipment – carried out by
professionals, in accordance with Vauxhall
Motors’ recommendations using Vauxhall
genuine parts and a ccessories. We
recommend that you consult your Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer, who ha s excellent
know ledge of Vauxhall vehicles, and has
the special tools and the latest Vauxhall
Service Instructions.
It is particularly advisable to use a
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer during the
warranty period, to avoid loss of warranty
claims. See Service Booklet for additional
information.
Sepa rate anti-p erfor ation inspection
Have this inspection performed regularly,
either within the scope of a Service or
separately, see Service Booklet.
Vauxhall genuine parts and
accessories
We recommend “Vauxhall genuine parts
and accessoriesand conversion parts
rele ased exp ressly for y our vehicle type.
These parts ha ve undergone specia l tests
to establish their reliability, safety and
specific suitability for your vehicle. Despite
continuous market monitoring, we cannot
assess or guarantee these attributes for
other products, even if they have been
granted approval by the relevant
authorities or in some other form.
"Vauxhall genuine parts and accessories"
and conversion pa rts approved by
Vauxhall can be obtained from your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who can
give advice about permitted technical
changes and correct installation.
Service, maintenance150
A note on safety
To avoid the possibility of injury, only carry
out engine compartment checks (e.g.
check ing the bra ke fluid level or the eng ine
oil level) when the ignition is switched off.
Never carry out any repairs or adjustment
and maintenance work on the vehicle
yourself. This especially applies to the
engine, chassis and safety parts. You may,
out of ignoranc e, infringe the provisions of
the law and, by not performing the work
properly, you may endanger yourself and
other road users.
Checking and topping up fluids
To aid identification, the engine oil filler
cap, the coolant expansion tank cap, the
lid of the fluid container for the windscreen
wash system and the handle of the engine
oil dipstick may be coloured yellow .
Engine oil
Information on engine oils is available in
the Service Booklet.
Engine oil level
It is normal for every engine to consume
some oil, and it is som etimes necessary to
check and top up the engine oil level
between oil changes.
For this reason, the engine oil level should
be checked every 300 miles (500 km) or
before starting a long trip.
9 Wa rning
The cooling fan may be op erated by a
thermoswitch and can therefore start to
op erate unexpectedly ev en whe n the
ig nition is sw itched off. Risk of injury.
Electronic ignition systems generate very
high voltages. Do not touch the ignition
system; high voltage can be fatal.
9 Wa rnin g
Do not allow the engine oil level to drop
below the minimum level!
Service, maintenance 151
The illustrations show checking and
replenishing the engine oil in the petrol and
diesel engines respectively.
To check the level, rem ov e the engine oil
gauge (dipstick), wipe it clean (use a fibre-
free material) a nd re-insert it as far as it will
go.
Engine oil level check and topping up
The engine oil level must be checked with
the vehicle horizontal and with the engine
(w hich m ust be at operating temperature)
switched off. Wait approx. 10 minutes
before checking the level, to allow the
normal oil accumulation in the engine to
drain back into the oil pan.
On F9Q engines, the engine oil gauge is
mounted on the oil filler cap which m ust be
rotated anticlockwise to open.
For M9R engines, rotate cap anticlockwise,
remove the engine oil g aug e, wip e it clean
and re-insert it as far as it will go.
9 Warning
Important: It is the owner’s responsibility
to maintain the correct level of an
appropriate quality oil in the engine.
Service, maintenance152
Top up if the engine oil level has dropped
to the "add oil" mark A .
The engine oil level must not go above the
upper mark B on the dipstick. This would
lead, for example, to increased engine oil
consumption, excessive formation of
carbon residue and a possible risk of
dam age to the cataly tic co nv erter or
engine.
When replenishing, attempt to use the
sam e typ e of engine oil as used at the last
oil change.
To prevent spillage when replenishing the
engine oil on F9Q engines, use the funnel
stored in the front of the engine
compartm ent.
To re lease the funnel, raise the plastic
catch on the funnel and lift upwards.
Service, maintenance 153
Remove the caps and ensure funnel is
securely located onto the filler pipe.
Ensure the funnel is replaced securely
together with both end caps fitted.
Capacities - see page 170.
A stabilization of the engine oil
consumption will not take place until the
vehicle has been driven several thousand
miles / kilometres. Only then can the a ctual
degree of c onsumption be established.
If consumption exceeds m ore tha n 0.5 litre
every 600 miles (1000 km) after this
running-in period, consult a workshop.
Remove the engine oil filler cap and top up
as required. Do not overfill.
Service, maintenance154
Eng ine oi l change, oil filter change
Engine oil changes are to be carried out
depending on time intervals or mileage
intervals, since oil loses its lubrication
properties not only through engine
opera tion but also through ageing.
We recommend that you use Vauxhall
genuine engine oil filters.
Diesel fuel filter 3
Dra in diesel fuel filter of residual wate r at
every engine oil change.
Place a container underneath the filter
housing. Loosen the knurled screws on the
filter cover and on the lower part of the
filter by approx. one turn, to drain off the
water.
The filter is drained as soon as diesel
emerges from the knurled screw at the
bottom. Retighten the two screws.
Check d iesel fuel filter at shorter intervals if
the vehicle is subjected to extreme
operating conditions such as high humidity
(p rimarily in coastal areas), extremely hig h
or low outside temperatures and
substantially varying daytime and night-
time temperatures.
Engine airflow indicator 3
On certain models, an indicator is located
in the engine induction system and
in di cate s i f the air -in ta ke to the e ngin e i s
restricted.
If the red tell-tale is displayed when the
e ng ine is running, cons ult a works hop.
9 Wa rning
Used engine oil filters and empty oil
containers should not be disposed of as
domestic refuse. Observe legal
requirements regarding protection of
your health and the environment whe n
disposing of used engine oil and oil filters.
Clear = No restriction
Red tell-tale = Restricted
Service, maintenance 155
Coolant
During operation the system is pressurized.
The temp erature may therefore rise to ov er
100 °C.
The anti-freeze provides excellent
corrosion protection for the cooling and
heating system, as well as freeze
protection down to -28 °C.
Certain types of anti-freeze can lead to
engine damage. We therefore strongly
recom mend the use of anti-freeze that has
been approved by Vauxhall.
Freeze protection and corrosion
protection
Before the start of the cold weather season,
have the coolant checked for correct
concentration by a workshop. The amount
of anti-freeze must provide protection
down to approx. –28 °C. If the anti-freeze
concentration is too low, this reduces
protection from freezing and corrosion.
Top up anti-freeze if necessary.
If coolant loss is topped up with water,
have anti-freeze concentration checked
and more anti-freeze added as necessary.
C oolant level
Hardly any losses occur since the cooling
system is sealed and it is thus rarely
necessary to top up the coolant.
The coolant level in the expansion ta nk
should be slightly above the MIN mark
when the system is cold. It rises at engine
operating temperature and drops again
when the engine cools down. If the level
falls below the MIN mark, the coolant
should be replenished to slightly over the
mark.
9 Wa rning
Anti-freeze is a danger to health; it must
therefore be kept in the original container
and out of the reach of children.
Service, maintenance156
Top up anti-freeze. If no anti-freeze is
available, top up with clean ta p water.
If tap water is unavailable, distilled water
can be used.
After topping up with tap water or distilled
water, have the anti-freeze concentration
checked, and anti-freeze added if
necessary. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
When closing, tighten coolant filler cap as
far as it will go.
Coolant tem perature
For physical reasons, the engine
temperature gauge shows the coolant
temperature only if the coolant level is
adequate. See page 63.
During operation the system is pressurized.
The temperature may therefore rise to over
100 °C.
If the temperature gauge enters the
uppermost zone, check the coolant level.
z Coolant level too low:
Top up coolant. Pay strict attention to
the instructions given under Anti-freeze
and corrosion protection" and "Coolant
level". Have the cause of coolant loss
remedied by a workshop.
z Where a substantial amount of coolant is
required, it will be necessary to bleed any
trapped air from the cooling system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
z Coolant level OK:
Have the cause of increased coolant
temperature reme died . Se ek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake fluid
Brake fluid level
9 Wa rning
Allow engine to cool dow n before
removing coolant filler cap. Remove filler
cap c arefully so that pressure c an e scape
slowly, otherwise there is a risk of
scalding.
9 Wa rnin g
Caution - brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Do not allow it to contact eyes,
skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. Direct
contact may cause injuries and damage.
Service, maintenance 157
The fluid level in the container must not be
higher than the "MAX" mark or lower than
the "MIN" mark.
Use of some brake fluids could cause
damage or im pair braking effectiveness.
Stay well informed. We recommend that
you use Vauxhall-approved high
performance brake fluid.
Extreme cleanliness is important, since
brake fluid contamination can lead to
brake system malfunctions.
After correcting the brake fluid level, have
the cause of the loss remedied by a
workshop.
Brake fluid change
As brake fluid is hygroscopic, it absorbs
water. Vapour bubbles which impair the
braking effect may occur during braking.
The fluid change intervals specified in the
Serv ic e Booklet must therefore be
ob se rved.
Windscreen wiper
Clear vision is essential for safe driving.
Perform regular checks on the windscreen
wiper to ensure it is operating correctly.
We recommend wiper blade replacement
at least onc e a yea r.
If the windsc reen is dirty, operate the
windscreen wash system before switching
on the windscreen wiper. This will avoid
wiper blade wear.
Do not switch on the windscreen wiper if
the windscreen is iced up, as this could
damage the wiper blades or the wiper
system.
If the wiper becomes frozen on to the glass,
we recomm end that it be released with the
aid of Vauxhall De-icer Spray before
starting the vehicle, to prevent wiper motor
damage.
9 Warning
Have brake fluid changed by a
workshop , who will be familiar with the
requirements of the law as regards
disposal of brake fluid, and can thus help
to protect the environment and your
health.
Service, maintenance158
Sm earing w ip er b la des ca n be clea ne d w ith
a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen
Wash Solvent.
Wiper bla des whose lips have become
hardened, cracked or covered with silicone
must be replaced. This may be necessary
as a result of the effects of ice, thawing salt
or heat, or the incorrect use of cleaning
agents.
Switch off the windscreen wiper in car
washes – see pages 74, 143.
Windscreen wiper care see page 145.
To ensure proper op eration of the rain
se nsor 3, the sensor area must be free from
dust, dirt and ice.
The windscreen wash system must also be
operated at regula r intervals and the
sensor area must be de-iced.
Vehicles with rain sensor can be identified
by the sensor area near the top of the
wind screen.
Front windscreen wiper
Lift wiper arm, move release lever and
detach wiper blade.
Rear windscreen wiper 3
Lift wiper arm, rotate wiper blade and
detach.
Service, maintenance 159
Windscreen wash system
The filler op ening of the fluid conta iner for
the windscreen wash system is located on
the front left-hand side - as seen from the
front of the engine compartment.
Fill only with clean water to prevent the
nozzles from clogging. To improve
cleaning efficiency, we recommend that
you add a little Vauxhall Windscreen Wash
Solvent.
The w in ds cr ee n w a sh sy ste m w ill n ot fr ee ze
in winter:
When closing the container, press the lid
firmly over the beaded edge.
Power steering fluid
The power stee ring fluid does not require
any additional maintenance than that
detailed in the Service Booklet.
If the fluid in the reservoir falls below the
MIN mark, consult a workshop.
Freeze
protection
down to
Mixture - Vauxhall
Windscreen Wash
Solvent : Water
- 5 °C 1 : 3
- 10 °C 1 : 2
- 20 °C 1 : 1
- 30 °C 2 : 1
Service, maintenance160
Battery
Battery access
The b attery is located beneath the front
left-hand seat floor pa nel - see page 128.
Add itional b attery 3
Depending on the vehicle auxiliary
equipment, certain models m ay have an
additional battery located next to the
vehicle battery.
Battery maintenance 3
If the battery installed to your vehicle is not
maintenance free:
Remove ba ttery caps and ensure
electrolyte level is 15 mm above the plates.
Add distilled or demineralised water to
correct the level.
If battery fluid level drops below the plates,
do not attempt to test or recharge the
battery or jump start the engine.
Electrical or electronic accessories fitted at
a later sta ge ca n place a n additional load
on the battery or discharge the battery.
Consult a workshop as regards technica l
possibilities, such as fitting a more powerful
or an additional battery.
9 Wa rning
Ensure adequate ventilation w hen
charging the battery. There is a risk of
explosion if gases generated during
charging are allowed to accumulate!
9 Warning
We recommend that you have battery
changes carried out by a workshop, who
knows the laws concerning the disposal
of used batteries and therefore protects
the environment and your health.
Service, maintenance 161
Protectio n of electronic
components
In order to avoid the breakdown of
electronic components within the electrical
system, never disconnect the battery with
the engine running. Never start the engine
while the battery is disconnected (e.g.
when using jump leads).
The battery must be disconnected from
the vehicle before being charged :
First disconnect the negative cable and
then the positive cable. The polarity of the
battery, i.e. the connections for the positive
and negative cables, must not be
inte rcha ng ed.
When reconnecting, first connect the
positive cable and then the negative cable.
To avoid dam aging the vehicle, do not
make any modifications to the electrical
system, e.g. connecting additional
consumers or tamp ering with electronic
control units (chip tuning).
Disconnecting / connecting the battery
from / t o the el ect rical s yst em
Disconnect the battery from the vehicle
electrical system before charging :
First detach the negative and then the
positive lead.
Do not reverse the polarity of the battery,
i.e. do not confuse the terminals for the
positive and negative leads.
When connecting, start with the positive
lead and then connect the negative lead.
Vehicle storage
If y our vehicle is to be stored for long
periods without use, we recommend you
consult your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer
for advice.
9 Warning
Electronic ignition systems generate very
high voltages. Do not touch the ignition
system; high voltage can be fatal.
Technical data162
Technical data
Vehicle documents,
identification plate
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European Community
standards. We reserve the right to make
modifications. Specifications in the vehic le
documents always have priority over those
given in this manual.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN ) is
on the vehicle identification plate, located
on the right-hand door pillar.
The vehicle identification plate also lists, in
kilograms, the Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW), the Gross Combination Weight
(GCW) and the maximum front and rear
axle loads respectively. Observe these
limits w hen using the full load or towing
capacity of your vehicle.
Information on identification plate
1)
:
1 Manufacturer
Type ap proval number
(see separate plate on next page)
2 Vehic le Id entific ation N umber
3 Permissible Gross Vehicle Weight
4 Permissible Gross Com bination Weight
5 Maximum permissible front axle load
6 Maximum permissible rear axle load
7 Vehic le-specific or
country-specific data
Vehicle docum ents,
identification plate.................. ......... 162
Engine identification........................... 163
Coolant, b ra ke fluid, oils ............... ..... 163
Engine data.............. ......... .................. 164
Weights, pay load and roof load ....... 166
Tyre pressures in bar / psi ..... ............. 169
Electrical system .. ...................... ......... 170
Ca pacities ............ .......................... ..... 170
Dimensions.. ........................... ............. 171
Loadspa ce dimensions .... .................. 172
Mounting dimensions of caravan /
tra iler towing equip ment ................. 173
1)
The VIN plate on your vehicle may differ from
illustration S 11 831 (s hown above).
Technical data 163
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is
also displayed behind a removable plastic
cover on the right-hand side door step and
on a fixed plate, located on the left-hand
side of the instrument panel surface.
Engine identification
It is possible, using the Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), to determine
the engine type that is installed in your
vehicle. The seventh digit denotes the
engine type:
Engine identifier code and engine number
Stamped on the lower rear of the engine
block on an identification plate.
Coolant, brake fluid, oils
Use approved fluids only.
Use of unsuitable fluids could cause severe
damage to the vehicle.
Engine oils
Information on engine oils is available in
the Service Booklet.7th
character
Engine
C: 1.9 Diesel, F9Q 760 - 74 kW
1)
1)
Euro III.
H: 2.0 Diesel, M9R 782 - 84 kW
2)
2)
Euro IV.
J: 2.5 Diesel, G9U 630 - 107 kW
3)
3)
Euro IV with diesel particle filter.
L: 2.0 Petrol, F4R 820 - 86 kW
2)
M: 2.0 Diesel, M9R 782 - 66 kW
2)
N: 2.0 Petrol, F4R 820 - 86 kW
2)
R: 2.5 Diesel, G9U 630 - 84 kW
3)
U: 2.0 Diesel, M9R 784 - 84 kW
2)
V: 2.5 Diesel, G9U 630 -107 kW
2)
W: 2.0 Petrol, F4R 820 - 86 kW
1)
164 Technical data
Engine data
Sales designation
Engine identifier code
1.9
F9Q 760
2.0
M9R 782
1)
1)
Low output.
2.0
M9R 782
2. 0
M9R 784
2)
2)
Market specific.
Numb er of cylinders 4 4 4 4
Bore dia. (mm) 80 89 89 84
Stroke (mm) 93 99 99 90
Piston displacement (cm
3
) 1870 1995 1995 1995
Max. engine power (kW)
at rpm
74
3500
66
3500
84
3500
84
3500
Torque (Nm)
at rpm
240
1800
290
1600
310
2100
290
1600
Compression ratio 18.3 17.1 17.1 15.6
Cetane requirement (CN)
3)4)
3)
Standard high quality fuels, e.g. diesel EN 590; value printed in bold: recommended fuel.
4)
A lo wer va l ue is pos sib l e wi th w i nter fu els .
49 (D) 49 (D) 49 (D) 49 (D)
Technical data 165
Engine data
Sales designation
Engine identifier code
2. 5
G9U 630
1)2)
1)
With diesel particle filter.
2)
Low output.
2.5
G9U 630
2.5
G9U 630
1)
2.0
F4R 820
Number of cylinders4444
Bore dia. (mm ) 89 89 89 82.7
Stroke (mm) 99 99 99 93
Piston displacement (cm
3
) 2464 2464 2464 1998
Max. engine power (kW)
at rpm
84
3500
107
3500
107
3500
86
4700
Torque (Nm)
at rpm
290
1600
310
2100
310
2100
186
3750
Compression ratio17.117.117.19.8
Cetane requirement (CN)
3)4)
3)
Standard high quality fuels, e.g. diesel EN 590; value printed in bold: recommended fuel.
4)
A lo wer va l ue is pos sib l e wi th w i nter fu els .
49 (D) 4 9 (D) 49 (D) -
Octane requirement (RON)
5)
unle aded
or un le aded
or un le aded
5)
Standard high-quality fuels , e.g. unleaded EN 228: value printed in bold: recommended fuel.
---
95
5)
98
5)
91
6)
6)
If no unleaded premium-grade fuels are available, 91 RON can be used, taking care to avoid severe engine loads and driving at full throttle.
166 Technical data
Weights, payload and roof load
The p ayload is the difference between the
permissible Gross Vehicle We ight and the
EC kerbweig ht.
The combined total of front and rear axle
loads (see ve hicle id entific ation plate) must
not exceed the permissible Gross Vehicle
Weight, i.e. if the front axle loa d is being
fully utilized, the rear axle load must not be
such that the permissible Gross Vehicle
Weight is exceeded.
Optional equipment and accessories
increase the kerbweight and in some cases
also the permissible Gross Vehicle Weight,
which means that the payload will also
change slightly.
Note the weights given on the vehicle
identification plate. Both the Gross Vehicle
Weight (GVW) and Gross Comb ination
Weight (GCW) are shown on the VIN plate
- see page 162.
The maximum permissible roof load
(which includes the weight of the roof rack)
is 280 kg for standard roof variants and
210 kg for high roof variants (excludes
Platform cab conversions).
The maximum load on the Vauxhall full
length roof rack system is 210 kg for
stand ard roof variants and 140 kg for high
roof variants (excludes Platform cab
conversions).
Driving hints see page 97.
Vehicle weights (approx. kg)
Model Wheelbase Roof Payload Class Engine
1)
1)
Sales designation - see pages 164, 165.
Kerbweight
2)3)
2)
Without driver, base model including all fluids (tank 90% full).
3)
Kerbweight and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) increase on models fitted with bad road
equipment package - refer to VIN plate on page 162.
Van Short Standard 1000 F9Q 1660
M9R 1678
F4R 1660
G9U 1736
Standard 1200 F9Q 1669
M9R 1688
F4R 1660
G9U 1737
High 1200 F9Q 1713
M9R 1760
F4R 1695
G9U 1810
Long Standard 1200 F9Q 1676
M9R 1724
F4R 1660
G9U 1772
Technical data 167
Vehicle weights (approx. kg)
Model Wheelba se Roof Payload Class Engine
1)
1)
Sales designation - see pages 1 64, 165.
Kerbweight
2)3)
2)
Without driver, base model including all fluids (tank 90% full).
3)
Kerbweight and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) increase on models fitted with bad road equipment package - refer to VIN plate on page 162.
Van (continued) Long High 1200 F9Q 1761
M9R 1810
F4R 1745
G9U 1860
Combi Short Standard 1000 F9Q 1835
M9R 1883
F4R 1818
G9U 1940
1200 F9Q 1846
M9R 1893
F4R 1829
G9U 1942
Long Standard 1200 F9Q 1906
M9R 1954
F4R 1890
G9U 2003
168 Technical data
Vehicle weights (approx. kg)
Model Wheelba se Roof Payload Class Engine
1)
1)
Sales designation - see pages 1 64, 165.
Kerbweight
2)3)
2)
Without driver, base model including all fluids (tank 90% full).
3)
Kerbweight increases on models fitted with bad road equipment package - refer to VIN plate on page 162 .
Double Cab Short Standard 1000 F9Q 1660
M9R 1678
G9U 1736
Platform cab Long Standard
1200
F9Q 1467
4)
4)
Veh ic le witho ut bod y co nv er si on.
M9R 1515
4)
F4R 1449
4)
G9U 1563
4)
Tour Short Standard
900
M9R 1944
F4R 1879
G9U 2018
Dropside Long Standard 1035 / 1065
5)
5)
Standard / Low floor variants.
F9Q -
Technical data 169
Tyre pressures in bar / psi
1)
The tyre pressures given are valid for cold
tyres. The increased tyre pressure resulting
from extensive driving must not be
reduced.
The pressures given ap ply to both summer
and winter tyres.
Winter tyres - see page 117.
Tyre chains
See page 117.
Restrictions
Tyre chains may be used on the front drive
wheels only.
Tyre chains for 215/65 R 16 tyres:
We recommend you consult your Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer.
Wheels
Tightening torque: 140 Nm.
1)
1 bar corresponds to 100 kPa / 14.5 psi.
Ty re
1)
1)
If tyres of a different size to the factory-fitted type are used (this includes winter tyres), the
electro nic speedometer may need to be repro grammed - see page 113.
Tyre pressure with full load (bar / p si)
2)
2)
The spare wheel should be set to the highest applicable pressure shown on the table.
Front Rear
195/65 R 16 C 3.4/49 3.7/54
195/75 R 16 C
3)
3)
For mo dels with ba d road eq uipm ent pac kag e.
3.8/55 4.2/61
205/65 R 16 C 3.8/55 4.2/61
215/65 R 16 C 3.1/45 3.4/49
170 Technical data
Electrical system
Capacities
(approx. litres)
Vivaro
Battery Voltage 12 V
Am p hours 85 Ah 3 / 95 Ah 3
Battery for remote control CR 1220
Engine
1)
1)
Sales designation - see pages 1 64, 165.
M9R F9Q F4R G9U
Cooling system 6.4 6.4 5.4 8.0
Fuel tank 90 90 90 90
Engine oil with filter change 7.7 4.8 5.5 7.5
Engine oil between MIN and MAX on dipstick 1.5 - 2.0 1.5 - 2.0 1.5 - 2.0 1.5 - 2.0
Technical data 171
Dimensions
Type Van Double Cab Combi / Tour
1)
1)
Tour available as short wheel base only.
Dropside Platform cab
Wheelbase Short Long Short Short Long Long Long
Length (mm) 4782 5182 4782 4782 5182 5350 / 5438
2)
2)
Standard / Low floor variants.
5130
Width (mm)
with exterior mirrors
1904
2232
1904
2232
1904
2232
1904
2232
1904
2232
1980
2206
1904
2232 / 2434
3)
3)
With wide arm exterior mirrors.
Height (mm)
4)
- unladen
Standard roof
High roof
4)
Vehicle height with out body co nversion (except D ro pside).
1968
2492
1968
2492
1959
-
1968
-
1968
-
2000
-
1981
-
Wheelbase (mm) 3098 3498 3098 3098 3498 3498 3498
Track width (mm):
Front
Rear
1615
1630
1615
1630
1615
1630
1615
1630
1615
1630
1615
1630
1615
1630
172 Technical data
Load spac e dimension s
Van Double Cab
Wheelbase
Short Long Short
Roof height
Standard
Roof
High
Roof
Standard
Roof
High
Roof
Standard
Roof
Maximum rear door
aperture height (mm)
1335 1818 1335 1818 1320
Rear door aperture width
(at f loor) (m m)
1390 1390 1390 1390 1390
Maximum load
area height (mm)
1387 1913 1387 1913 1387
Maximum load area width (mm) 1690 1690 1690 1690 1690
Width between
wheel arches (mm )
1268 1268 1268 1268 1268
Max load floor length (mm) 2400 2400 2800 2800 1906
Loading height unladen (mm) 543 547 542 548 549
Sliding side door
aperture width (mm)
1000 1000 1000 1000 1000
Sliding side door
aperture height (mm)
1285 1285 1285 1285 1285
Technical data 173
Mounting dimensions of caravan /
trailer towing equipment
Dimension mm
A
933
B
392
C
289.1
D
59
E
57
F
1032
G
337
H
55
9 Wa rning
Only use towing eq uipm ent approved for
your vehicle. We recommend entrusting
fitting of towing equipment at a later
date to a workshop.
In de x174
Index A
AB S ..................... ........................... ......... 112
Accessories ..... ...................... .................. 149
Accessory socket ........ ........................... .. 58
Air conditioning ............... ........................ 87
Rear air conditioning ....... .................... 88
Air distribution ... ........................... ........... 84
Air recirculation ................... .................... 87
Air vents ...................... ...................... ....... 83
Airba g ..................... .......................... ....... 36
Airba g s yste ms
Curtain airbag s ................ .................... 49
Front a irba gs ....................... ................ 47
Side airbag s ............ ........................... .. 48
Ala rm system ..... ...................... ................24
Alternator .. ....................... ........................ 61
Antenna ............. ........................... ... 81, 143
Anti-corrosion service .......... .................. 149
Anti-freeze ....................... ...................... 155
Anti-freeze protection ..... ...................... 159
Anti-knock q ua lity of fuel ... .................. 101
Octane number ... ...................... ......... 164
Anti-theft alarm system .. ........................ 24
Anti-theft locking system ................. ....... 23
Aqua planing ........................ .................. 116
Arm rest .. ...................... ...................... ....... 31
Ashtrays .... .................. ........................... .. 57
Automatic dipped bea m activation .... .. 77
B
Battery
Access ..................... .................... 128, 160
Interruption of p ow er supply .............. 69
Maintenance ............... ....................... 160
Before starting-off ..... ........................... ... 13
Belt tensioners .................... ..................... 37
Belts ...... .................. ......... ...................... ... 36
Bleeding, diesel fuel system ... .............. 125
Bonnet ....... ...................... ....................... 126
Brake fluid . ...................... ...................... .156
Brakes ................. ...................... .............. 111
Bulb replacem ent ........... ....................... 139
Fog tail light .................... ................... 141
Front fog lights ...... ....................... ..... 142
Front turn signal light ..... ...................140
Head lights ...... ...................... ......... ..... 139
Instrument illumination .................... . 142
Interior lights ............... ......... .............. 142
Number plate light ......... ................... 141
Parking light ........... ........................... . 139
Reversing lig hts .. ...................... ......... . 141
Side repeater lig ht ................... .......... 140
Tail and brake lights ............... .......... 140
Third brake light .................. .............. 142
Index 175
C
Ca pacities .. ...................... ...................... 170
Ca r Pass ................... ........................... ......17
Ca ra van / trailer loads ................. ......... 118
Ca re ... ...................... ........................... .... 143
Ca ta lytic converter ............... 104, 107, 127
Central locking .... .......................... ...........21
Changing the battery
Remote control ...................... ...............20
Changing ty re / wheel type ............... .... 113
Changing wheels .................. ................. 132
Chassis number, see
Vehicle Identification Number ..... .........162
Child restraint system ........... ........ ...........41
Child safety locks ............. ........................ 18
Ciga rette lig hter ............... ........................ 58
Cleaning ......... ........................... .............143
Clim ate control ....... ...................... ...........83
Clock ........... ........................... ............. 65, 68
Clutch operation ..... ........................... ......98
Cold starts ...... ....................... ...98, 104, 149
Colour Information Display .. ................... 70
Control indicators ........ .......................... ..59
Coolant .................... .................63, 155, 163
Coolant level ....... .......................... ......... 155
Coolant temperature ............ ...........63, 156
Cooled glove compartment .................. ..88
Cooling ................ ...................... ...............87
Correcting time ............ ...................... 68, 72
Coupling socket loa d ................ ............. 119
Courtesy lig ht . ....................... ................... 79
Curtain airbags ................ ........................ 49
D
Dashboard, see Instrument pa nel .. ......... 6
Data ... ...................... .......................... ..... 162
Date display ....... ...................... ................ 68
Daytime running lights ................. ........... 76
Demisting and defrosting ... ..............15, 86
Diesel .............. .......................... ..............101
Diesel fuel filter ................ ...................... 154
Diesel fuel system , bleeding ........ ......... 125
Diesel pa rticle filter .......... ......................106
Dip ped and main beam .............. ...........10
Dip ped beam ................... ........................ 77
Display ..................... ...................... ..... 62, 64
Display mode ................... ........................ 73
Door locks ................... ........................... 146
Doors ..... ...................... ........................... ..62
Door-to-door lighting ................... ......... .. 79
Drink holders .................... ...................... .. 57
Driv e control systems . ...................... ..... 108
Driv ing abroad .................... ....80, 147, 148
Dropside body ........ ...................... ......... 121
E
Easytronic .............. ........................... .13, 91
Economical driving ......... ......................... 99
Electric mirrors ... .......................... ............ 27
Electric windows ................. ..................... 28
Electrical system .......................... .......... 137
Electronic components ... ...................... . 161
Electronic immobiliser ........ ..................... 18
Eng ine code .................... ...............164, 165
Eng ine control indicator ............. .......... 105
Eng ine data .. ...................... ................... 164
Eng ine oil .. ...................... ...............150, 163
Engine oil life m onitor ........ ............. 68, 107
Eng ine oil pressure ............. ..................... 61
Eng ine speed ......... ...................... ............ 62
Eng ine wash .. ...................... ................... 146
Environmental protection .. ..... 99, 143, 154
ESP (Electronic Stability Programm e) ..108
Exhaust
Control indica tor .... ....................... ..... 105
Emissions ........ ........ .................. ......... . 105
Gases .............. .......................... .... 14, 107
Exterior lights ...................... ..................... 76
Exterior mirrors ............... ......................... 26
In de x176
F
Fan .................. ........................... .......85, 150
Filling station
Capacities ........ ...................... ............. 170
Engine oil level .... ........................... .... 150
Fuels ................. .......................... .101, 164
Ignition key ........................ ..................... 9
Opening the bonnet .... ...................... 126
Tyre pressures .............. ......... .....100, 169
Vehicle data ................. ...................... 162
Windscreen wash system ..... .............159
First-aid kit ..... ....................... ...........58, 131
Flat tyre ...... ........................... ........ ......... 134
Fog tail light ... ....................... ........ ...........78
Footbrak e ....... ....................... ................. 111
Front airba gs ................... ......... ...............47
Front doors . ...................... ...................... ..17
Front fog lights ............ .......................... ..78
Fuel ......... ...................... .......................... 101
Consumption ................ ................99, 101
Fuel for d iesel engines ................... .... 101
Fuel for p etrol engines . ...................... 101
Gauge .................. ........................... ......63
Fuel filter . ...................... .......................... 154
Fuel system, diesel ....... ...................... .... 101
Fuseb ox ............... ...................... ............. 137
G
Gears .......... ........................... ...................13
Generator, see Alternator ..................... ..61
Glove compartment cooler ................... ..88
Gross Vehicle Weight ...... ...................... 162
H
Handbrake ..... .......................... ........ 15, 112
Hazard w arning lights ........ ..............11, 78
Head restraints .. ...................... ................ 32
Head lig ht flash .................... .................... 77
Head lig ht range adjustment ................ 139
Head lig hts . ....................... ........................ 76
Aiming ........ ...................... .................. 139
Headlight flash ................ .................... 77
Range adjustm ent ........... .................... 79
Heated exterior mirrors ... ..................15, 89
Heated front seats .......... ........................ 90
Heated rear windows . ...................... .15, 89
Heating ..... ....................... ..................84, 86
Heating the footwell ....... ...................... .. 86
Height adjustment
Seat belts .... ...................... .................... 39
High-pressure cleaners ................ .145, 146
Horn ......................... .......................... ....... 11
I
Identifica tion plate .................. ......... ..... 162
Ignition . ...................... ......... ..................... 14
Ignition logic ................... ......................... 73
Ignition system ...... ...................... ...............9
Im mobiliser ........ .......................... ............ 18
Information display ........ .................. . 68, 70
Infotainment system ........................ ....... 81
Inspection system ............... ................... 149
Instrum ent display .... ....................... ....... 62
Instrument panel ..................... ...................6
Instrum ents ........ ...................... ................ 59
Illumina tion ............ ........................... ... 80
Interior lights ...... .......................... ...... 79, 80
Interior m irror ...................... ..................... 26
Interruption of power supply ........... ....... 67
ISOFIX ................ ...................... ................ 42
J
Jack and vehicle tools ...................... ..... 131
Jump leads .......................... ................... 127
K
Keys ............... ...................... ..................... 17
Kickdown .. ...................... ...................... ... 94
Index 177
L
Laden p rogram me, Easytronic ...............94
Language selection .................. ...............72
Lashing eyes .................... ........................ 55
Leather trim ........ .......................... ......... 145
Light switch ............. ........................... ......76
Lighting ............... ...................... ...............76
Load anchorage ra ils ...... ........................ 55
Load compartment ......... .................. ...... 26
Cover .................... ........................... ......54
Light ................. ...................... .......80, 142
Net ...... .......................... ........................ 54
Load compartment net ... ...................... ..54
Loading the vehicle ...................... ...........56
Loadspa ce dimensions ........ ................. 172
Locking doors .................. ...................... ..17
Locking from the inside ................ ......... ..17
Locks .................... ...................... ............. 146
Lubrica nts ............... .......................150, 163
Lum bar support .................... ...................31
M
Main bea m ....................... ........................ 77
Control indicator . .......................... .59, 77
Maintenance
Air conditioning .. .......................... ....... 87
Anti-freeze protec tion . ...................... 155
Battery ............ ...................... ......... ..... 160
Brake fluid .. ...................... .................. 156
Brakes .................. ......... ................. ..... 111
Catalytic converter .......... .................. 104
Engine oil ............. ......... ...................... 150
Exhaust .. ....................... ...................... 107
Fuel consum ption ... ...................... ..... 100
Power steering fluid ..... ...................... 159
Tyre pressure ........... ........................... 114
Tyres ...... ....................... ...................... 115
Windscreen wiper ... ...................... ..... 157
Manua l transmission .. ...................... ....... 13
Mechanical anti-theft locking system .... 23
Mirrors ....... ........................... .................... 26
Mobile telephones and radio
equipment (CB) ...... .......................... ....... 82
Muffler, see Exhaust ..................... ......... 107
Multi-function d isplay ............. ................ 64
N
Navigation system ..... ........................... ..82
Neutral ........................ ........................... .. 13
Number plate .... ........................... ......... 141
Number plate lig ht . ...................... .....56, 76
O
Octane numbers .... ...................... .......... 101
Odometer ...... ........................... ................ 65
Oil change ......... .......................... .......... 154
Oil filter change .............. ......... ..............154
Oil lev el and c onsumption ................... . 150
Oil lev el display ..... ........................... ....... 64
Oil life m onitor ... .......................... ............ 68
Oil pressure ............ ........................... ....... 61
Oils ........ ...................... ....................150, 163
Operating temperature .............. ............ 98
Outside temperature ..... ...................... ... 69
Overrun ..... ...................... ................. 98, 100
P
Paintwork dam age ........ ...................... . 144
Parking distance sensors ........ .............. 109
Payload .................. .......................... 94, 166
Pedals ................. .......................... ............ 98
Petrol ......... ......... ...................... .............. 101
Pinking ....... ...................... ......... .............. 101
Power outlets ......... ........................... ....... 58
Power steering fluid .................... ......... . 159
Preheating ............. ...................... ...... 14, 60
Protection of electronic components ... 161
Puncture rep air system ........................ . 134
Pushing, towing . ...................... ..............127
In de x178
R
Radio .............. ....................... ...................81
Radio equipment (CB) . ...................... ......82
Radio frequency remote control ............19
Radio reception .. ......... ...................... ......81
Rain sensor ................... .......................... 158
Rear door wiper and wash systems . ......75
Rear doors ...... ........................... ...............25
Rear light cluster . .......................... .....76, 78
Rear seats ... ...................... ........................ 33
Remova ble ................... ........................ 35
Refuelling .... ........................... ................. 102
Remote control ............ .......................... ..19
Battery c hanging ..... ......... ................... 20
Central locking system ........................ 21
Fault ................. .......................... ...........20
Steering wheel .......... .......................... ..81
Removable rear seats .................. ...........35
Reversing lights ..................... ...................78
Bulb replacement ...................... ......... 141
Roof load ........ ....................... ........ ...97, 166
Roof rack ............. .......................... ......... 100
Running-in .. ...................... ........................ 97
Bra kes ..... ........................... .................111
S
Safeguard against unauthorised use 9, 28
Safety ...................... ...................... ......... 150
Safety accessories .................43, 44, 45, 46
Saving energy ......... .......................... ....... 99
Saving fuel ......... ........................... ........... 99
Sea t belts ........... ...................... ......... ... 5, 36
Sea t position .. .......................... ................ 32
Sea ts ................... ........................... ........... 30
Back adjustment . .......................... ......... 3
Back rest adjustment ... ..................30, 31
Fold ing ..................... ........................... .. 34
Height adjustment .. ........................... .. 31
Removable ..... ......... .................. ......... ..35
Selector lever ........................ ..............13, 92
Self-diagnosis ...................... .................... 38
Self-help ......... ...................... .................. 125
Easytronic ......................... .................... 96
Information displa y ..... .................. 68, 72
Remote control ... .......................... ....... 20
Serv ic e interv al display ... ................ 68, 107
Serv ic e work ....... ...................... .............. 149
Side airbags ................ ........................... .. 48
Slam d oor locks ................... .................... 23
Sliding side door ...................... ................ 25
Sliding side w indows .. ........................... .. 29
Spare keys ............... ...................... ........... 17
Spare wheel ....... ...................... .............. 131
Speed
Fuel consum ption ... ...................... ....... 99
Speedometer .......... .......................... .......62
Starter switch ................... .......................... 9
Starting on inclines . ...................... .........120
Sta rting the engine ..................... ........ 9, 14
Jump leads ...................... ................... 127
Pushing or towing ........... ................... 127
Steam-jet cleaners .................. .............. 146
Steering column lock .......... ......... ...............9
Steering w heel a djustment ...................... ..4
Steering w heel remote control ........ ....... 81
Storage .......... ........................... ................ 54
Storage compa rtm ents ............... .... 57, 124
Sunvisors ....... ...................... ..................... 29
System settings ...... ........................... ....... 71
Index 179
T
Tachometer ......... ...................... ...............62
Tail lights ........ ....................... ............. 76, 78
Bulb replacement ...................... ......... 140
Tailgate .......... ........................... ...............26
Tailgate wiper and wash systems .......... 75
Technical d ata ............. .......................... 162
Telephone, see Mobile telephones ... ...... 82
Tem perature regulation ........................ ..85
The first 600 miles / 1000 km ................ ..97
Tightening torque ... ......... ...................... 169
Time ........ .......................... .................. 68, 72
Tools ........................ ........................... .... 131
Towing ................. .......................... .120, 130
Rear axle load .............. ......................119
Towing equipment ............ ........ .118, 173
Towing eye ................... ...................... 130
Towing serv ice .... ......... .................. .... 130
Trailer / caravan towing ............... ......... 118
Transmission display ... ...................... 64, 91
Transmission, Easytronic . ........................ 91
Driving programmes ...................... ......92
Interruption of power sup ply .............. 96
Kickdown ............. ........................... ...... 94
Laden programme .. ...................... ......94
Selector lever ..................... ...................92
Winter progra mme ........... ................... 93
Transmission, Manual . ......... ................. ..13
Tread depth ........ ...................... ......... .... 116
Trip computer ..... ...................... ...............65
Trip odometer ..... ...................... ...............65
Triple Information Display ... ................... 68
Turn signal lights ......... ...................... 10, 78
Tyre repair kit .................. ...................... 134
Tyres .. ...................... .......................... ..... 113
Tyre chains ..... ...................... ..............117
Tyre condition ......... ......... .................. 115
Tyre pressure ........... ...........114, 119, 169
U
Units of measure ............. ........ ................ 73
Unleaded fuel ......... ...................... ......... 101
Used eng ine oil ....... .......................... ..... 154
V
Vauxhall a la rm system .................... ....... 24
Vauxhall S ervice .................. .................. 147
Vehicle care ................ ........................... 143
Vehicle Identifica tion Num ber (VIN) .... 162
Vehicle tools ................ ........................... 131
Vehicle weights ................ ..............166, 167
Ventilation .......... ......... .................83, 84, 85
W
Warning buzzers ............ ......................... 74
Warning triangle ... ...................... .... 58, 131
Washing the vehic le .. ....................... ..... 143
Weights ..... .......................... ...........166, 167
Wheels ....... ...................... ....................... 113
Wheels, tyres .............. ........................... . 113
Changing wheels ............ ................... 132
Wheel condition .............. ................... 115
Wheel covers .. ...................... .............. 117
Windows ................. ........................... ....... 28
Demisting and defrosting ............ ....... 86
Windscreen w ash system ................. ....... 75
Anti-freeze protection ...................... . 159
Wash fluid reservoir ...................... ..... 159
Windscreen w ip er .................... ................ 74
Winter operation
Coolant, anti-freez e ............ .............. 155
Fuel consumption ................ .............. 100
Fuel for diesel engines ... ................... 101
Heating .......... .......................... 83, 89, 90
Locks ..... ...................... ...................... . 146
Tyre chains ..... ...................... .............. 117
Window demisting and defrosting ..... 86
Windscreen wash system,
anti-freeze protection .... ................... 159
Winter programm e, Easytronic .............. 93
Winter tyres ........ .......................... ......... . 117
180 Index
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Abonneren

Abonneer u voor het ontvangen van emails voor uw Vauxhall Vivaro 2008 bij:


U ontvangt een email met instructies om u voor één of beide opties in te schrijven.


Ontvang uw handleiding per email

Vul uw emailadres in en ontvang de handleiding van Vauxhall Vivaro 2008 in de taal/talen: Engels als bijlage per email.

De handleiding is 3,02 mb groot.

 

U ontvangt de handleiding per email binnen enkele minuten. Als u geen email heeft ontvangen, dan heeft u waarschijnlijk een verkeerd emailadres ingevuld of is uw mailbox te vol. Daarnaast kan het zijn dat uw internetprovider een maximum heeft aan de grootte per email. Omdat hier een handleiding wordt meegestuurd, kan het voorkomen dat de email groter is dan toegestaan bij uw provider.

Stel vragen via chat aan uw handleiding

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Uw handleiding is per email verstuurd. Controleer uw email

Als u niet binnen een kwartier uw email met handleiding ontvangen heeft, kan het zijn dat u een verkeerd emailadres heeft ingevuld of dat uw emailprovider een maximum grootte per email heeft ingesteld die kleiner is dan de grootte van de handleiding.

Er is een email naar u verstuurd om uw inschrijving definitief te maken.

Controleer uw email en volg de aanwijzingen op om uw inschrijving definitief te maken

U heeft geen emailadres opgegeven

Als u de handleiding per email wilt ontvangen, vul dan een geldig emailadres in.

Uw vraag is op deze pagina toegevoegd

Wilt u een email ontvangen bij een antwoord en/of nieuwe vragen? Vul dan hier uw emailadres in.



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