OPEL ASTRA Owner's Manual

Contents Introduction ...... 2 In brief ...... 6 Keys, doors and windows ...... 20 Seats, restraints ...... 47 Storage ...... 67 Instruments and controls ...... 86 Lighting ...... 117 Climate control ...... 124 Driving and operating ...... 132 Vehicle care ...... 159 Service and maintenance ...... 206 Technical data ...... 210 Customer information ...... 253 Index ...... 256 2 Introduction

Introduction Introduction 3

Vehicle specific data When this Owner's Manual refers to a ■ The index will enable you to search workshop visit, we recommend your for specific information. Please enter your vehicle's data on Opel Service Partner. the previous page to keep it easily ■ This Owner's Manual depicts left- accessible. This information is All Opel Service Partners provide hand drive vehicles. Operation is available in the sections "Service and first-class service at reasonable similar for right-hand drive vehicles. maintenance" and "Technical data" prices. Experienced mechanics ■ The Owner's Manual uses the as well as on the identification plate. trained by Opel work according to factory engine designations. The specific Opel instructions. corresponding sales designations Introduction The customer literature pack should can be found in the section always be kept ready to hand in the "Technical data". Your vehicle is a designed vehicle. combination of advanced technology, ■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, or safety, environmental friendliness front or back, always relate to the and economy. Using this manual direction of travel. This Owner's Manual provides you ■ This manual describes all options ■ The vehicle display screens may with all the necessary information to and features available for this not support your specific language. enable you to drive your vehicle model. Certain descriptions, ■ Display messages and interior safely and efficiently. including those for display and labelling are written in bold letters. menu functions, may not apply to Make sure your passengers are your vehicle due to model variant, aware of the possible risk of accident country specifications, special Danger, Warnings and and injury which may result from equipment or accessories. Cautions improper use of the vehicle. ■ The "In brief" section will give you You must always comply with the an initial overview. 9 Danger specific laws and regulations of the ■ The table of contents at the country that you are in. These laws Text marked 9 Danger provides beginning of this manual and within may differ from the information in this information on risk of fatal injury. each section shows where the Owner's Manual. Disregarding this information may information is located. endanger life. 4 Introduction

9 Warning

Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.

Caution

Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Adam Opel AG Introduction 5 6 In brief

In brief Vehicle unlocking Electronic key Radio remote control Initial drive information

When in possession of the electronic key, simply pulling the door handle Press button q to unlock the vehicle. will unlock the vehicle and open the door. To open the tailgate, press the Open the doors by pulling the button under the moulding. handles. Open&Start system 3 22. To open the tailgate, push the touchpad below the handle. Saloon 4-door: Press button q on the remote control for at least 2 seconds, the boot lid opens slightly. Radio remote control 3 20, Central locking system 3 25, Load compartment 3 28. In brief 7

Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat positioning

Turn handwheel. Do not lean on seat Lever pumping motion when adjusting. up = higher Pull handle, slide seat, release Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position down = lower handle. 3 49, Folding front passenger seat Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position backrest 3 52. 3 49. 3 49.

9 Danger

Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. 8 In brief

Seat inclination Head restraint adjustment Seat belt

Pull lever, adjust inclination by Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in shifting body weight. Release lever engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be and audibly engage seat in position. Head restraints 3 47. twisted and must fit close against the Seat adjustment 3 50, Seat position body. The backrest must not be tilted 3 49. back too far (maximum approx. 25 °). To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Seat belts 3 54, Airbag system 3 57, Seat position 3 49. In brief 9

Mirror adjustment Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment Interior mirror Electric adjustment

Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is Swivel the lever on the underside to Select the relevant exterior mirror and fully locked. Do not adjust steering reduce dazzle. adjust. wheel unless vehicle is stationary and 3 Interior mirror 3 34, Automatic anti- Electric adjustment 33, Convex steering wheel lock has been 3 dazzle interior mirror 3 34. exterior mirrors 32, Folding released. 3 exterior mirrors 33, Heated Airbag system 3 57, Ignition 3 exterior mirrors 34. positions 3 133. 10 In brief

Instrument panel overview In brief 11

1 Light switch ...... 117 8 Left heated seat ...... 53 16 Start/Stop button ...... 22 Instrument illumination ...... 121 Deflation detection system .. 191 17 Accelerator pedal ...... 132 18 Ignition switch with Rear fog light ...... 120 Tyre pressure monitoring steering wheel lock ...... 133 system ...... 191 Front fog lights ...... 120 Sensor panel for Load compartment emergency operation of Headlight range unlocking ...... 28 adjustment ...... 118 Open&Start system ...... 22 2 Side air vents ...... 130 Ultrasonic parking sensors ... 98 19 Brake pedal ...... 146 3 Turn and lane-change Hazard warning flashers ..... 119 20 Clutch pedal ...... 132 signals, headlight flash, 21 Steering wheel adjustment ...86 Central locking system ...... 25 low beam and high beam ... 120 22 Bonnet release lever ...... 161 Exit lighting ...... 123 Sport mode ...... 98 Parking lights ...... 120 Right heated seat ...... 53 9 Info-Display ...... 102 Cruise control ...... 102 4 Steering wheel controls ...... 86 Trip computer ...... 112 5 Horn ...... 87 Electronic climate control system ...... 127 Driver airbag ...... 57 10 Centre air vents ...... 130 6 Instruments ...... 93 11 Front passenger airbag ...... 57 7 Windscreen wiper, windscreen washer 12 Glovebox ...... 67 system, headlight washer 13 Infotainment system ...... 10 system ...... 87 14 Climate control system ...... 124 15 Ashtray ...... 91 12 In brief In brief 13

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

Turn light switch To the right = Lever up To the left = Lever down 7 = Off Headlight flash = Pull lever High beam = Push lever 8 = sidelights Turn and lane-change signals Low beam = Push or pull lever 9 = low beam 3 120. AUTO = Automatic light control High beam 3 118, Headlight flash Press light switch 3 118. > = Front fog lights r = Rear fog light Lighting 3 117. 14 In brief

Hazard warning flashers Horn Washer and wiper systems Windscreen wiper

Operated with the ¨ button. Press j. Hazard warning flashers 3 119. & = fast % = slow $ = timed interval wipe or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 87, Wiper blade replacement 3 165. In brief 15

Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper and washer Climate control washer systems systems Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors

Pull lever. Wipers on = push lever Windscreen and headlight washer Wipers off = push lever again system 3 87, Washer fluid 3 163. Wash = push lever and hold Heating is operated by pressing the Ü button. Rear window wipers and washer system 3 88, Wiper blade Heated rear window 3 38. replacement 3 165, Washer fluid 3 163. 16 In brief

Demisting and defrosting the Transmission Manual transmission automated windows Manual transmission

N = neutral Air distribution to l. o = drive + = higher gear Set temperature control to warmest Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, - = lower gear level. wait 3 seconds after depressing clutch pedal and then pull up the A = switch between Automatic and Set fan speed to highest level or to A. button on the selector lever and Manual mode Cooling n on. engage the gear. R = reverse gear (with selector lever lock) Press button V. If the gear does not engage, set the Climate control system 3 124. lever to neutral, release the clutch Manual transmission automated pedal and depress again; then repeat 3 142. gear selection. Manual transmission 3 141. In brief 17

Automatic transmission Starting off Starting engine with ignition switch Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 190, 3 234. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 161. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational. ■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 49, 3 55, 3 33. P = park ■ Brake function at low speed, R = reverse particularly if the brakes are wet. Turn key to position 1. Move the N = neutral steering wheel slightly to release the D = drive steering wheel lock. Operate clutch The selector lever can only be moved and brake, automatic transmission in out of P or N when the ignition is on P or N, do not accelerate; for diesel and the foot brake is depressed engines, turn the key to position 2 for (selector lever lock). To engage P or preheating and wait until control R, push button on selector lever. indicator ! goes out; turn key to position 3 and release key when The automatic transmission is engine is running. available in two versions 3 136. 18 In brief

Starting engine with Start/Stop Parking If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, button engage reverse gear or set the ■ Always apply the parking brake selector lever to P before switching without pressing the release button. off the ignition. Turn the front Apply as firmly as possible on a wheels towards the kerb. downhill slope or uphill slope. p Depress the foot brake at the same ■ Lock the vehicle with button on time to reduce operating force. the radio remote control or with the sensor in a front door handle. ■ Switch off the engine. Turn the ignition key to position 0 and To activate the anti-theft locking remove it or, with the vehicle system and the anti-theft alarm p stationary, press the Start/Stop system, press button twice or button and open the driver's door. touch the sensor in a front door Turn the steering wheel until the handle twice. steering wheel lock is felt to ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily engage. ignitable surface. The high The electronic key must be inside the temperature of the exhaust system vehicle. Operate clutch and brake, For vehicles with automatic could ignite the surface. automatic transmission in P or N, do transmission, the key can only be not accelerate, for diesel engines; removed when the selector lever is ■ On vehicles with manual press the button briefly to start in the P position. If P is not engaged transmission automated, control preheating, move the steering wheel or the parking brake is not applied, indicator R flashes for a few slightly to release the steering wheel "P" flashes for a few seconds in the seconds after the ignition is lock, wait until control indicator ! transmission display. switched off if the parking brake has goes out and then press button for ■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or not been applied 3 109. 1 second and release when the uphill slope, engage first gear or set ■ Close windows and sunroof or engine is running. the selector lever to P before TwinTop. Open&Start system 3 22. switching off the ignition. On an uphill slope, turn the front wheels away from the kerb. In brief 19

■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off 3 160. ■ After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx. 30 seconds, before switching off in order to protect the turbocharger. Keys, locking 3 20, Laying the vehicle up for a long period of time 3 159, TwinTop roof operation 3 41. 20 Keys, doors and windows

Keys, locks Press button to extend. To fold the Keys, doors and key, first press the button. windows Keys Car Pass Replacement keys The Car Pass contains security Keys, locks ...... 20 The key number is specified in the related vehicle data and should Doors ...... 28 Car Pass or on a detachable tag. therefore be kept in a safe place. Vehicle security ...... 30 The key number must be quoted When the car is taken to a workshop, when ordering replacement keys as it Exterior mirrors ...... 32 this vehicle data is needed in order to is a component of the immobiliser perform certain operations. Interior mirrors ...... 34 system. Windows ...... 35 Locks 3 203, Open&Start system, Radio remote control Roof ...... 39 electronic key 3 22. Key with foldaway key section Keys, doors and windows 21

Used to operate: ■ Overload of the central locking Key with foldaway key section ■ Central locking system system by operating at frequent intervals, the power supply is ■ Anti-theft locking system interrupted for a short time ■ Anti-theft alarm system ■ Interference from higher-power ■ Power windows radio waves from other sources ■ Electric roof on Astra TwinTop Unlocking 3 25. The radio remote control has an approximate range of up to 5 metres. Radio remote control battery This range can be affected by outside replacement influences. The hazard warning Replace the battery as soon as the flashers confirm operation. range reduces. Handle with care, protect from Batteries do not belong in household moisture and high temperatures and waste. They must be disposed of at Extend the key and open the unit. avoid unnecessary operation. an appropriate recycling collection Replace the battery (battery type point. CR 2032), paying attention to the Fault installation position. Close the unit If the central locking system cannot and synchronise. be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: Key with fixed key section ■ Range exceeded Have the battery replaced by a workshop. ■ Battery voltage too low ■ Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not in range, which will require re- synchronisation 22 Keys, doors and windows

Radio remote control Open&Start system synchronisation After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in the driver's door lock. The radio remote control will be synchronised when you switch on the ignition.

Memorised settings Whenever the key is removed from the ignition switch, the following settings are automatically Press the Start/Stop button. The remembered by the key: ignition is switched on. The electronic ■ Electronic climate control Makes operation of the following immobiliser and steering wheel lock ■ Info-Display possible without the use of the are deactivated. mechanical key: ■ Infotainment system To start the engine press and hold the ■ Central locking system Start/Stop button whilst applying both ■ Instrument panel illumination ■ Anti-theft locking system the brake and clutch pedals. The saved settings are automatically ■ Anti-theft alarm system Automatic transmission: the engine used next time that key is used for can only be started with the selector ■ Power windows unlocking. lever in P or N. ■ Ignition and starter The engine and the ignition are The electronic key simply needs to be switched off by pressing the Start/ in the driver's possession. Stop button again. The vehicle must be stationary. The immobiliser is activated at the same time. Keys, doors and windows 23

If the ignition has been switched off Radio remote control Emergency operation and the vehicle is stationary, the steering wheel lock activates automatically when the driver's door is opened or closed. Control indicator 0 3 101. Note Do not put the electronic key in the load compartment or in front of the Info-Display. The sensor fields in the door handles must be kept clean to ensure unrestricted functionality. If the battery is discharged, the The electronic key likewise has a If the radio remote control also fails, vehicle must not be towed, tow- radio remote control feature. the driver's door can be locked or started or jump-started as the unlocked with the emergency key steering wheel lock cannot be contained in the electronic key: press disengaged. locking mechanism and remove the cap by applying light pressure. Push the emergency key outwards over the detent and remove. 24 Keys, doors and windows

Replacing battery in electronic key Replace the battery as soon as the system no longer operates properly or the range is reduced. The need for battery replacement is indicated by InSP3 in the service display or by a check control message in the Info-Display. Service display 3 94, Info-Display 3 110. Batteries do not belong in household The emergency key can only lock or Hold the electronic key at the marked waste. They must be disposed of at unlock the driver's door. Unlocking position and press the Start/Stop an appropriate recycling collection the entire vehicle 3 25. On vehicles button. point. with anti-theft alarm system, the To switch off the engine, press the alarm may be triggered when the Start/Stop button for at least vehicle is unlocked. Deactivate the 1 second. alarm by switching on the ignition. Lock the driver's door with the emergency key. Locking the entire vehicle 3 25. This option is intended for emergencies only. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Keys, doors and windows 25

To replace the battery, press the Central locking system Unlocking locking mechanism and remove the cap by applying light pressure. Press Unlocks and locks doors, load Radio remote control the cap on the other side outwards. compartment and fuel filler flap. Replace the battery (battery type A pull on an interior door handle CR 2032), noting the installation unlocks the entire vehicle and opens position. Engage caps. the door. Note Radio remote control In the event of an accident of a synchronisation certain severity, the vehicle unlocks The radio remote control automatically. synchronises itself automatically Note during every starting procedure. A short time after unlocking with the remote control the doors are locked Fault automatically if no door has been If the central locking cannot be opened. q operated or the engine cannot be Press button . started, the cause may be one of the following: ■ fault in remote control 3 20 ■ electronic key out of reception range To rectify the cause of the fault, change the position of the electronic key. 26 Keys, doors and windows

Electronic key Radio remote control Touch the sensor field in the door handle of one of the front doors. The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approximately 1 metre. The other electronic key must not be inside the vehicle. 2 seconds must pass before the vehicle can be unlocked. Within this time, it is possible to check that the vehicle is locked. Note The vehicle is not automatically Pull a door handle or press the button Press button p. locked. under the tailgate moulding. Electronic key Central locking button The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approximately 1 metre. Locking Close doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. If the driver's door is not closed properly, the central locking system will not work. Keys, doors and windows 27

Press the m button: the doors are Turn key or emergency key 3 22 in fuel filler flap remain locked. To locked or unlocked. the driver's door lock as far as it will deactivate the anti-theft locking 3 The LED in the button m illuminates go. The entire vehicle is unlocked system, switch on the ignition 30. for approx. 2 minutes after locking when the driver's door is opened. Manual unlocking of boot lid with the radio remote control. For Astra TwinTop with open roof - after opening the driver's door, press Folding the rear seat backrests If the doors are locked from the inside 3 52. whilst driving, the LED remains lit. the central locking button m. The vehicle will then be unlocked, If the key is in the ignition switch, provided the anti-theft locking system locking is only possible if all doors are is not engaged. Switch on the ignition closed. to deactivate the anti-theft alarm 3 Fault in remote control or system. Open&Start system 22. Open&Start system Locking Close the driver's door, open the Unlocking passenger door, press central locking button m. The vehicle is locked. Close the passenger door. Fault in central locking system From the interior, turn the rotary knob Unlocking on the inside of the boot lid Turn key or emergency key 3 22 in anticlockwise, this unlocks the boot the driver's door lock as far as it will lid and opens it slightly. go. The other doors can be opened by using the interior handle (not possible if the anti-theft locking system is active). The load compartment and 28 Keys, doors and windows

Locking Child locks Doors Load compartment Opening

Insert key or emergency key 3 22 into opening above lock on inside of door 9 Warning and operate lock by pressing until it clicks. Then close the door. The Use the child locks whenever procedure must be carried out for children are occupying the rear Push the button under the tailgate each door. The driver's door can also seats. moulding. be locked from the outside with the key. The fuel filler flap and tailgate/ Using a key or suitable screwdriver, boot lid cannot be locked. turn button on rear door lock to the 9 Warning horizontal position: door cannot be opened from inside. Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, as toxic exhaust gases could enter the vehicle. Keys, doors and windows 29

Note Closing The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may affect its ability to remain open. Central locking system 3 25

Saloon 4-door

With the doors centrally locked, the boot lid cannot be unlocked with button x. Use the interior handle. Do not press the button under the moulding while closing as this will unlock it again. Close boot lid. The closed boot lid is always locked. To lock the doors, To unlock the boot lid, press button press button & on the remote x or press button q of the remote control. control for at least 2 seconds, the boot lid is opened slightly. 30 Keys, doors and windows

Vehicle security Activating with the radio remote Activating with the electronic control key Anti-theft locking system

9 Warning

Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside.

The system deadlocks all doors. All doors must be closed or the system cannot be activated. If the ignition was on, the driver's door Press p twice within 15 seconds. Touch the sensor field in the front must be opened and closed once so door handle twice within 15 seconds. that the vehicle can be secured. The electronic key must be outside Unlocking the vehicle disables the the vehicle, within a range of approx. mechanical anti-theft locking system. 1 metre. This is not possible with the central locking button. Anti-theft alarm system The anti-theft alarm system incorporates and is operated in conjunction with the anti-theft locking system. Keys, doors and windows 31

It monitors: Activation without monitoring of 3. Close doors ■ Doors, load compartment, bonnet, passenger compartment and 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm ■ Passenger compartment, vehicle inclination system. The LED illuminates. After approx. 10 seconds, the ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is system is armed. The LED flashes raised, until the system is deactivated ■ Ignition. For Astra TwinTop, passenger Unlocking the vehicle deactivates compartment monitoring is both systems simultaneously. deactivated if the roof is open to Note prevent false alarms. Changes to the vehicle interior, such as the use of seat covers, could Light-emitting diode (LED) impair the function of passenger compartment monitoring.

Switch off the monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle inclination, when people or animals are being left in the vehicle, because of high volume ultrasonic signals, movements triggering the alarm and when the vehicle is on a ferry or train. 1. Close load compartment and bonnet 2. Press button b. The LED in button m flashes for maximum 10 seconds 32 Keys, doors and windows

During the first 10 seconds of anti- The alarm siren can be silenced by Exterior mirrors theft alarm system activation: pressing a button of the radio remote LED = Test, ignition delay control or by switching on the ignition. Convex shape illuminates The anti-theft alarm system is LED = Door, load deactivated at the same time. The convex exterior mirror contains flashes compartment or an aspherical area and reduces blind quickly bonnet open, or Immobiliser spots. The shape of the mirror makes system fault objects appear smaller, which will The system checks whether the affect the ability to estimate After the first 10 seconds of anti-theft vehicle is allowed to start with the key distances. alarm system activation: being used. If the transponder in the LED flashes = System active key is recognised, the engine can be Manual adjustment slowly started. LED comes on for = Switch off The electronic immobiliser activates approx. 1 second function itself automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition Seek the assistance of a workshop in switch or when the engine is switched the event of faults. off by pressing the Start/Stop button. Alarm Control indicator A 3 97. When triggered, the alarm gives off Note an acoustic signal (horn) and a visual The immobiliser does not lock the signal (hazard warning flashers). The doors. You should always lock the number and duration of which are vehicle after leaving it and switch on stipulated by legislation. the anti-theft alarm system 3 25, 3 30. Adjust mirrors by swivelling lever in required direction. Keys, doors and windows 33

Electric adjustment Folding Electric folding

First select the relevant exterior mirror For pedestrian safety, the exterior Press the n button and both exterior then swivel the control to adjust. mirrors will swing out of their normal mirrors will fold. mounting position if they are struck Press button n again - both exterior with sufficient force. Reposition the mirrors return to their original position. mirror by applying slight pressure to If an electrically folded mirror is the mirror housing. manually extended, pressing the n Manual folding button will only electrically extend the other mirror. The exterior mirrors can be folded in by pressing gently on the outer edge of the housing. 34 Keys, doors and windows

Heated Interior mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle

Operated by pressing the Ü button. Dazzle from following vehicles at Heating functions with the engine night is automatically reduced. running and is switched off To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on automatically after a short time. the underside of the mirror housing. Keys, doors and windows 35

Windows Windscreen stickers Power windows can be operated Do not attach stickers such as toll ■ with ignition on Windscreen road stickers or similar on the ■ within 5 minutes of switching windscreen in the area of the interior ignition off Heat-reflecting windscreen mirror. Otherwise the detection zone of the sensor and the view area of the ■ within 5 minutes of switching The heat-reflecting windscreen has a ignition key to position 1 coating which reflects solar radiation. camera in the mirror housing could be Also data signals, e.g. from toll restricted. After switching off the ignition, the stations, might be reflected. standby feature ceases when the Power windows driver's door is opened.

9 Warning

Take care when operating the power windows. Risk of injury, particularly to children. If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety system for the electric windows. Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. The marked areas on the windscreen Ensure that nothing becomes are not covered with the coating. trapped in them as they move. Operate the control to open or close Devices for electronic data recording the window. and fee payment must be attached in For vehicles with automatic feature these areas. Otherwise data pull or press the switch again to stop recording malfunctions may occur. window movement. 36 Keys, doors and windows

Astra TwinTop: when a door is Central switch for electric Child safety system for rear opened the window opens slightly windows, Astra TwinTop windows and closes automatically when the door is closed. Safety function If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened again. In the event of closing difficulties due to frost or the like, operate the switch several times to close the window in stages. Press $ or " to open or close all Switch z can be used to activate or windows. deactivate the switches in the rear doors. Operating windows from outside The windows can be operated remotely from outside the vehicle. Keys, doors and windows 37

Radio remote control Open&Start system Fault If the windows cannot be opened or closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows: 1. Close doors 2. Switch on ignition 3. Close the window completely and operate the button for a further 5 seconds 4. Open the window completely and operate the button for a further 1 second Press q or p until all windows have To close, touch the sensor field in the 5. Repeat for each window opened or closed. door handle until all windows are completely closed. The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approx. 1 metre. Overload If the windows are repeatedly operated within short intervals, the window operation is disabled for some time. 38 Keys, doors and windows

Heated rear window Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent dazzling. If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed when driving. Panoramic windscreen

To close roof lining: Move forward to a suitable position. When moved all Operated by pressing the Ü button. the way forward, the roof lining Heating functions with the engine engages in position. running and is switched off Note automatically after a short time. Close the sun visors before sliding Astra TwinTop: The heated rear the roof lining. window and heated exterior mirrors are deactivated when the roof is open. Depending on the engine type, the To open roof lining: Turn handle to the heated rear window comes on right and move roof lining rearward to automatically when the diesel particle a suitable position. filter is being cleaned. Keys, doors and windows 39

Roof Caution

Sunroof When using a roof rack, check the free movement of the sunroof in 9 Warning order to avoid damage. It is only permitted to raise the sunroof. Take care when operating the sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly Note to children. If the top of the roof is wet, tilt Keep a close watch on the sunroof, allow water to run off and movable parts when operating then open sunroof. them. Ensure that nothing Do not affix any stickers to sunroof. becomes trapped in them as they Operated via a rocker switch in the move. roof console. Close Press the button briefly for activation Hold down d until the sunroof is Sunroof can be operated with ignition in steps. Hold down the button for completely closed. on. longer for automatic opening. For safety reasons, the roof closes Raise from its open position to approx. d With the sunroof closed, press ü. 20 cm. Hold depressed to close The sunroof is raised at the rear. completely. Open Press ü again with the sunroof in the raised position. The sunroof opens automatically until it reaches its end position. 40 Keys, doors and windows

Saloon 4-door Lowering Hold H depressed to close Press button l until the sunroof is completely. closed. Saloon 4-door Operating sunroof from outside The sunblind is manually operated. Keep button & of the remote control Close or open the sunblind by sliding. depressed until the sunroof is fully When the sunroof is open, the closed. sunblind is always open. Sunblind Overload If the system is overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut off for a short time.

Open Initialising the sunroof Press l, sunroof opens to comfort If the sunroof and sunblind cannot be position. operated (e.g. after disconnecting the vehicle battery), activate the To open beyond comfort position: electronics as follows: press l again. 1. Switch on ignition Close 2. Close sunroof and hold button Press \ until the sunroof is closed. d depressed at least The sunblind is power operated. 10 seconds Raise 3. Close sunblind and hold button When the roof is closed, press \, the The sunblind opens when the sunroof H roof is tilted at the rear. opens. depressed at least Close or open the sunblind by 10 seconds pressing button H or G. Keys, doors and windows 41

Retractable hardtop Stand-by with key in ignition switch There must be no objects in front of from position 1, or for Open&Start- the rear window or in the pivot area of 9 Warning System switch on ignition. the roof and boot lid. Requirements: Hold button > in the roof console Take care when operating the ■ Vehicle is stationary or driving no depressed until the roof is completely convertible hardtop. Risk of injury. more than 30 km/h open and the boot lid is closed. Monitor the action zone above, to ■ Load compartment blind is closed An acoustic signal sounds at the end the side and to the rear of the and engaged 3 73 of the opening procedure. vehicle during roof operation. ■ Boot lid is closed The door windows are opened slightly Make sure that nothing could before the roof is opened. If button become pinched. Make sure no If any of these requirements are not > is pressed again after the one is in the action zone of the roof fulfilled, a warning buzzer sounds acoustic signal sounds, the door or boot lid during roof operation. when the switch is actuated and the windows will close. Risk of injury. roof does not open or close. Open with remote control Check the amount height, length Open and width of available space before operating the roof, e. g. in a garage, parking garage or when a bicycle rack is fitted. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly. Before leaving the vehicle, remove the ignition key in order to prevent unauthorised operation of the windows and sunroof. 42 Keys, doors and windows

With vehicle stationary unlock the The door windows are opened slightly ■ The load compartment blind must vehicle. Press button q again and before the roof is closed. If button always be closed during roof keep pressed until the roof has < is pressed again after the operation. opened fully and the boot lid has acoustic signal sounds, the door ■ There must be no one and no closed. windows will close. objects at the covers behind the During operation with the remote rear head restraints. Close with remote control control, the door windows are opened ■ The roof can only be operated at completely. temperatures above -20 °C. If the temperature is below this limit, a Close gong will sound three times when roof operation is requested. ■ Frequent operation of the roof with the engine off discharges the battery. ■ Repeated operation of the roof without breaks can cause overloading and therefore malfunctions. ■ The roof can be held in an With vehicle stationary, lock the intermediate position for 9 minutes vehicle. Press button p again and to facilitate cleaning of roof spaces. keep pressed until the roof and boot This is done by disengaging the lid have closed completely. Hold button < in the roof console actuation switch. One minute depressed until the roof and boot lid Note before the end of this period, a are completely closed. ■ Do not open the load compartment continuous buzzer sounds as a An acoustic signal sounds at the end until the acoustic signal indicating warning that the hold period is of the closing procedure. the end of the roof opening or almost over and the roof could start closing procedure has sounded. to move. Keys, doors and windows 43

■ Activating the roof on uneven accompanying instructions for Astra Fixed anti-roll bars are secured to the ground can lead to malfunctions TwinTop. Professional assistance is vehicle bodywork. and damage. recommended. Deployable anti-roll bars ■ To prevent and remedy squeaking noises of the roof seals a special Rollover protection system maintenance kit is available at your The Astra TwinTop is equipped with service partner. It is recommended rollover protection with reinforced to apply this product once a year for windscreen frame and anti-roll bars prevention. behind the rear seat head restraints. Depending on the variant, the anti-roll Fault bars are either fixed or deploy The automatic drive of the roof is only automatically in the event of an operational if the roof is in the proper impact of a certain severity. open or closed position. Fixed anti-roll bars Check if: ■ Load compartment blind is engaged in closed position Deployable anti-roll bars are located ■ Boot lid is completely closed between the rear head restraints and the boot lid. In the event of a rollover, ■ Outside temperature is above head-on collision or side impact, the -20 °C anti-roll bars deploy upwards within ■ There is sufficient battery voltage milliseconds. They also deploy ■ There is a system overload together with the front and side airbag systems. If the automatic drive is not operational, two persons are required The system deploys with the roof to manually close the roof. See the open or closed. 44 Keys, doors and windows

The convertible roof must not be The roof can only be opened if the operated if the anti-roll bars have 9 Warning load in the load compartment does been deployed. A continuous warning not exceed the height of the load will sound if the switch is actuated. The roof cannot be closed or compartment blind or protrude opened if the anti-roll bars are The airbag control indicator v sideways. The load height must not extended. The anti-roll bars must be exceeded. The load compartment illuminates if the anti-roll bars have first be retracted. been deployed. blind must be flat; objects below it After deployment of the anti-roll must not press it upwards. Otherwise Note bar, have the system repaired by the roof and load may be damaged. Do not place any objects on the a workshop immediately. covers of the anti-roll bars behind Manually retracted anti-roll bars Blockage of boot lid the head restraints. will not deploy in the event of a Extended anti-roll bars can be collision. retracted (e.g. in order to close the roof after a collision). Load compartment Press the lever between the rods of an anti-roll bar to unlock the system. Push the anti-roll bar all the way down until it engages. Fit the cover. Repeat the procedure on the other anti-roll bar. Control indicator v will remain illuminated and the anti-roll bars will not deploy in the event of another To avoid damage to the open roof, collision. Seek the assistance of a boot lid or load, the boot lid can only workshop. be closed if the electric load aid is in the lower end position 3 77. Keys, doors and windows 45

Failure of electric drive For the version with spare wheel, the Push locking lever forward. wind deflector is folded away in the load compartment. Wind deflector Fitting

Join together the unfolded ends of the wind deflector: Press in the pin at the slider, guide the hinge over the pin and release the slider so that the pin engages in the hinge. The rear seats cannot be occupied when the wind deflector is in place. Expand the collapsed wind deflector. Do not place any objects on the wind deflector. With tyre repair kit, the wind deflector is folded down into a storage compartment in the load compartment below the loading floor cover. 46 Keys, doors and windows

Pull the toggle of the right and left Removing locking pin and turn to lock. Straighten out the wind deflector, turn the toggle back and engage the locking pin in the recess in the side trim.

Insert the guide clips of the wind deflector in the seat belt recesses between the rear head restraints. Remove in reverse order, wind deflector is completely folded down in the load compartment: ■ for tyre repair kit in the compartment below the loading The wind deflector can be folded back floor cover when not in use. ■ for version with spare wheel , place If the wind deflector is folded and the in load compartment rear seats are unoccupied, the wind deflector can remain mounted in the The wind deflector must never vehicle when the roof is closed. protrude upwards or sideways above the permissible loading height. Seats, restraints 47

Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Front and rear outboard head Position restraints Head restraints ...... 47 Front seats ...... 49 9 Warning Rear seats ...... 53 Only drive with the head restraint Seat belts ...... 54 set to the proper position. Airbag system ...... 57 Child restraints ...... 60

Press the button, adjust height and engage.

The upper edge of the head restraint should be at upper head level. If this is not possible for extremely tall people, set to highest position, and set to lowest position for small people. 48 Seats, restraints

Rear centre head restraint Adjusting the rear head restraints, Removing Astra TwinTop

Pull the head restraint upwards or Press the catches and pull up the press the catch to release and push Pull the head restraint up or press head restraint. the head restraint downwards. both catches to release and then push the head restraint downwards. Active head restraints Do not place any objects on the cover behind the head restraints or between In the event of a rear-end impact, the the head restraints and the anti-roll active head restraints tilt slightly bars. forwards. The head is more effectively supported so the risk of whiplash injury is reduced. Active head restraints are identified by the lettering ACTIVE on the head restraint guide sleeves. Seats, restraints 49

Note Front seats ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Approved accessories may only be against the backrest as possible. attached to the front passenger seat Set the backrest rake so that it is head restraint if the seat is not in use. Seat position possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly 9 Warning bent. Maintain contact between shoulders and the backrest when Only drive with the seat correctly turning the steering wheel. Do not adjusted. angle the backrest too far back. We recommend a maximum rake of approx. 25°. ■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 86. ■ Set seat height high enough to have a clear field of vision on all sides and of all display instruments. There should be at least one hand of clearance between head and the roof frame. Your thighs should rest lightly on the seat without pressing into it. ■ Adjust the head restraint 3 47. ■ Sit with buttocks as far back against ■ Adjust the height of the seat belt the backrest as possible. Adjust the 3 55. distance between the seat and the pedals so that legs are slightly angled when pressing the pedals. Slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible. 50 Seats, restraints

■ Adjust the thigh support so that Seat positioning Seat backrests there is a space approx. two fingers wide between the edge of the seat and the hollow of the knee. ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it supports the natural shape of the spine.

Seat adjustment

9 Danger

Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe Pull handle, slide seat, release Turn handwheel. Do not lean on airbag deployment. handle. backrest when adjusting.

9 Warning

Never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably. Seats, restraints 51

Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support

Lever pumping motion Pull lever, adjust inclination by Turn handwheel. Do not lean on up = seat higher shifting body weight. Release lever backrest when adjusting. down = seat lower and audibly engage seat in position. 52 Seats, restraints

Adjustable thigh support Seat folding In vehicles with a panoramic window: to tilt seats forward, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors.

Armrest

Press the button and slide the thigh Lift release lever and fold backrest support. forwards. Slide seat forwards. To restore, slide the seat backwards. If the seat has a memory function it engages in its original position, Push raised armrest backward otherwise engage seat in desired against resistance and fold down. position. Move the backrest back to The armrest can be moved to upright and engage. different positions in stages by lifting Folding the backrest forwards is only it. possible when the backrest is in an Under the armrest there is a storage upright position. compartment. Do not operate handwheel to adjust backrest with backrest tilted forward. Seats, restraints 53

Heating Rear seats TwinTop Armrest Saloon and Station wagon

Adjust heating to the desired setting Pull the armrest by the strap, pivot it by pressing the ß button for the down and position on the sit with the respective seat one or more times flat side up. with the ignition on. The control The armrest is held in place on the indicator in the button indicates the Fold down the armrest, pulling the backrest with a retaining strap. To setting. strap obliquely down (45°). fully remove the armrest, disengage Prolonged use of the highest setting the bracket at the retaining strap. for people with sensitive skin is not recommended. Seat heating is operational when the engine is running. 54 Seats, restraints

Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child 9 Warning restraint system 3 60. Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or Periodically check all parts of the belt fitting of belts) can trigger the belt system for damage, pollution and pretensioners. proper functionality. Have damaged components Deployment of the belt pretensioners replaced. After an accident, have the is indicated by continuous illumination belts and triggered belt pretensioners of control indicator v 3 96. replaced by a workshop. Triggered belt pretensioners must be Note replaced by a workshop. Belt Make sure that the belts are not pretensioners can only be triggered damaged by shoes or sharp-edged once. objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from Note The seat belts are locked during getting into the belt retractors. Do not affix or install accessories or heavy acceleration or deceleration of Seat belt reminder X 3 96. other objects that may interfere with the vehicle holding the occupants in the operation of the belt the sitting position. Thereby the risk of Belt force limiters pretensioners. Do not make any injury is considerably reduced. Stress on the body is reduced by the modifications to belt pretensioner gradual release of the belt during a components as this will invalidate 9 Warning collision. the vehicle type approval. Fasten seat belt before each trip. Belt pretensioners In the event of an accident, people In the event of a head-on or rear-end not wearing seat belts endanger collision of a certain severity, the front their fellow occupants and seat belts are tightened. themselves. Seats, restraints 55

Three-point seat belt Height adjustment Fastening seat belt

Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place 1. Pull belt out slightly. objects such as handbags or mobile phones between the belt and your 2. Press button. Withdraw the belt from the retractor, body. 3. Adjust height and engage. guide it untwisted across the body and insert the latch plate into the 9 Warning buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly whilst driving by pulling the shoulder The belt must not rest against hard belt. or fragile objects in the pockets of Seat belt reminder 3 96. your clothing. 56 Seats, restraints

Removing seat belt TwinTop To prevent the seat belts from making flapping noise when the sun roof and/ or the windows are open, the seat belts of unoccupied rear seats can be secured behind the armrest. Using the seat belt while pregnant

Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie across the throat or upper arm. To release belt, press red button on Do not adjust while driving. belt buckle. Seat belts on rear seats Lead seat belts of the outer seats through holders at the side if they are not being used. The seat belt for the middle seat can only be withdrawn from the retractor if 9 Warning the backrests are upright and are engaged in their retainers. The lap belt must be positioned as low as possible across the pelvis to prevent pressure on the abdomen. Seats, restraints 57

Airbag system Each airbag/anti-roll bar is triggered Front airbag system only once. Have deployed airbags/ anti-roll bars replaced by a The airbag system consists of a workshop. Furthermore, it might be number of individual systems necessary to have the steering depending on the scope of wheel, the instrument panel, parts of equipment. the panelling, the door seals, When triggered the airbag inflates handles and the seats replaced. within milliseconds. They also deflate Do not make any modifications to so quickly that it is often unnoticeable the airbag system/anti-roll bars as during the collision. this will invalidate the vehicle type approval. 9 Warning When the airbags inflate, escaping If handled improperly the airbag hot gases may cause burns. The front airbag system consists of systems can be triggered in an Control indicator v for airbag systems one airbag in the steering wheel and explosive manner. and anti-roll bars 3 96. one in the instrument panel on the Note front passenger side. These can be The control electronics of the airbag identified by the word AIRBAG. systems, belt pretensioners and deployable anti-roll bars are located in the centre console area. Do not put any magnetic objects in this area. Do not stick anything on the airbag covers and do not cover them with other materials. 58 Seats, restraints

Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the airbag is able to protect. Side airbag system

Additionally there is a warning label The inflated airbags cushion the on the side of the instrument panel, impact, thereby reducing the risk of visible when the front passenger door injury to the upper body and head of is open, or on the passenger's sun the front seat occupants visor. considerably. The front airbag system is triggered in the event of a front-end impact of a 9 Warning The side airbag system consists of an certain severity. The ignition needs to airbag in each front seat backrest. be switched on. Optimum protection is only This can be identified by the word provided when the seat is in the AIRBAG. 3 proper position 49. The side airbag system is triggered in Keep the area in which the airbag the event of a side impact of a certain inflates clear of obstructions. severity. The ignition needs to be switched on. Seats, restraints 59

Curtain airbag system 9 Warning The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each Keep the area in which the airbag side. This can be identified by the inflates clear of obstructions. word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The hooks on the handles in the The curtain airbag system is triggered roof frame are only suitable for in the event of a side-on impact of a hanging up light articles of certain severity. The ignition needs to clothing, without coat hangers. Do be switched on. not keep any items in these clothes.

The inflated airbags cushion the Seat occupancy impact, thereby reducing the risk of recognition injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side-on collision considerably.

9 Warning

Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. The inflated airbags cushion the Note impact, thereby reducing the risk of Only use protective seat covers that injury to the head in the event of a have been approved for the vehicle. side-on impact considerably. Be careful not to cover the airbags. 60 Seats, restraints

Identified by a label on the lower Note Child restraints panel of the front passenger seat and Anyone weighing less than 35 kg by control indicator y, which should only travel on the rear seats. Child restraint systems illuminates for approx. 4 seconds Do not place any heavy objects on when the ignition is switched on. the front passenger seat. Otherwise We recommend the Opel child The seat occupancy recognition the seat will register as occupied and restraint system which is tailored system deactivates the passenger the airbag system for the front specifically to the vehicle. front and side airbag if the front passenger seat will not be When a child restraint system is being passenger seat is not occupied or is deactivated. used, pay attention to the following fitted with an Opel child restraint Do not use protective covers or seat usage and installation instructions system with transponders. The cushions on the front passenger and also those supplied with the child curtain airbag system remains seat. restraint system. activated. Always comply with local or national Note regulations. In some countries, the 9 Danger On the Astra TwinTop, there may be use of child restraint systems is interference in radio reception of forbidden on certain seats. Only Opel child restraint systems certain frequencies in the medium with transponders should be fitted waveband when the roof is open and Selecting the right system the front passenger seat is on the front passenger seats. Use The rear seats are the most unoccupied. of systems without transponders convenient location to fasten a child poses a risk of fatal injury. restraint system. Children should travel facing 3 Control indicator 96. rearwards in the vehicle as long as possible. This makes sure that the child's backbone, which is still very weak, is under less strain in the event of an accident. Seats, restraints 61

Suitable are restraint systems that comply with ECE 44-03 or ECE 44-04. Check local laws and regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems. Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the vehicle type. Ensure that the mounting location of the child restraint system within the vehicle is correct. Allow children to enter and exit the vehicle only on the side facing away from the traffic. When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat belt or remove it from the vehicle. Note Do not stick anything on the child restraint systems and do not cover them with any other materials. A child restraint system which has been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced. 62 Seats, restraints

Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system Weight and age class On front passenger seat1) On outer rear seats On centre rear seat2) Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months B1, ++ U, + U Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to 4 years B2, ++ U, + U Group II: 15 to 25 kg or approx. 3 to 7 years X U U Group III: 22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 to 12 years

B1 = Limited, only with seat occupancy recognition and Opel child restraint system with transponders. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost position. Move front passenger seat as far back as possible and move front passenger seat belt anchorage point to lowest position. B2 = Limited, only with seat occupancy recognition and Opel child restraint system with transponders. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost position. Move front passenger seat as far back as possible so that vehicle safety belt runs from anchorage point towards the front. U = Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt. + = Seat available with ISOFIX and Top-tether mounting brackets. ++ = Seat available with ISOFIX mounting brackets. X = No child restraint system permitted in this weight class.

1) Not allowed on Saloon 4-door. 2) Not allowed on Astra TwinTop. Seats, restraints 63

Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg E ISO/R1 IL IL X Group 0+: up to 13 kg E ISO/R1 IL IL X D ISO/R2 IL IL X C ISO/R3 X IL3) X Group I: 9 to 18 kg D ISO/R2 IL IL X C ISO/R3 X IL3) X B ISO/F2 IL IL, IUF X B1 ISO/F2X IL IL, IUF X A ISO/F3 X IL, IUF X

IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type. IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class. X = No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class.

3) Only on the passenger's side. 64 Seats, restraints

ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B – ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 – ISO/F2X = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. C – ISO/R3 = Rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 13 kg. D – ISO/R2 = Rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 13 kg. E – ISO/R1 = Rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg. Seats, restraints 65

Isofix child restraint Top-tether child restraint Child restraints with systems systems transponders Top-tether fastening eyes are located under a cover marked with the symbol : for a child seat. Fold up cover after usage.

Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX A label on the child restraint system child restraint systems to the ISOFIX indicates that it is fitted with mounting brackets. Specific vehicle transponders. ISOFIX child restraint system Opel child restraint systems with positions are marked in the table by In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, transponders are automatically IL. fasten the Top-tether strap to the detected if correctly installed to the ISOFIX mounting brackets are Top-tether fastening eyes. The strap front passenger seat with seat indicated by a label on the backrest. must run between the two guide rods occupancy recognition. of the head restraint. ISOFIX child restraint systems of universal category positions are marked in the table by IUF. 66 Seats, restraints

Note There must be no objects (e.g. plastic sheet or heating mats) between the seat and the child restraint system. Seat occupancy recognition 3 59. Storage 67

Storage Storage compartments Lockable glovebox, Astra TwinTop with Open&Start Glovebox system In addition to the electronic key of the Storage compartments ...... 67 Open&Start system, there is a Load compartment ...... 68 standard key without remote control Roof rack system ...... 83 for the glovebox lock. Loading information ...... 84 Cupholders Cupholders are located in the centre console and in the door pockets of the rear doors. Additional cupholders are located in the fold-down tables on the back of the front seat backrests. The glovebox features a pen holder and a place to store coins. The glovebox shelf can be removed: Disengage the shelf by pulling on the front edge. Refit the shelf by sliding it into the side guide strips and engage it in the rear panel by pushing. The glovebox should be closed whilst driving. 68 Storage

Sunglasses storage Armrest storage Load compartment Storage in the front armrest Load compartment extension, Saloon 3-door / 5-door Folding down rear backrests

Fold down and open. Do not use for storing heavy objects. To open, press button and open upper part of armrest.

Push head restraints all the way down or remove 3 47. Slide front seat forward slightly. Disengage the backrest (single or split) using the release button on one or both sides and fold it down onto the seat cushion. Storage 69

Folding down centre backrests Load compartment extension, Saloon 4-door Folding down rear backrests

Before restoring backrest to an upright position, guide the seat belt Push head restraint down as far as 3 through the belt guides to protect possible 47. against damage. Disengage backrest using lever and Move rear seat backrests upright and fold onto seat cushion. Push head restraints all the way down allow locking mechanisms to engage or remove 3 47. audibly. Slide front seat forward slightly. The three-point seat belt for the centre rear seat can only be pulled from the reel if the backrest is properly engaged. 70 Storage

Do not trap safety belts when erecting Slide front seat forward slightly. seat backrests. Disengage the backrest (single or The three-point seat belt for the split) using the release button on one centre rear seat can only be pulled or both sides and fold it down onto the from the reel if the backrest is properly seat cushion. engaged. Raise the seat cushion and fold the Load compartment extension, backrest Station wagon Folding down rear backrests

To prevent damage, put the seat belts in the guides by the release button. When the backrests are folded, the seat belts are extended with them. Disengage the backrest (single or split) using the release button on one or both sides and fold it down onto the seat cushion. If the vehicle is to be loaded from a Pull the strap on the seat cushion and rear door, remove safety belt from the lift the rear of the cushion forwards guide and retract. (split or one-piece). To fold up, raise backrests and guide Push head restraints all the way down Unhook hooks of load compartment them into upright position until they or remove 3 47. cover from head restraints 3 73. engage audibly. Unhook hooks of load compartment cover from head restraints 3 73. Storage 71

Folding down centre backrests

Remove rear outer head restraints Disengage backrest (one-piece or and push centre head restraint all the split) using release button, fold way down 3 47. Stow the removed forward and engage. Push head restraint down as far as possible 3 47. Disengage backrest head restraints in the cavity below the raised seat cushions. using lever and fold onto seat cushion. If the seat cushion is raised, fold it forward until it engages. 72 Storage

Load compartment extension, TwinTop Loading area between rear seats

Before restoring backrest to an With the seat cushions raised: insert upright position, guide the seat belt head restraints in backrests and through the belt guides to protect adjust 3 47. Fold back seat cushions, against damage. Press release making sure the belt buckles are button and move rear seat backrests properly positioned. Pull out the armrest by the strap. upright, ensuring locking Attach hooks of load compartment mechanisms engage audibly. cover to head restraints 3 73. The armrest is held in place on the backrest with a retaining strap. To The three-point seat belt for the fully remove the armrest, disengage centre rear seat can only be pulled the bracket at the retaining strap. from the reel if the backrest is properly engaged. Pull the handle and fold down the cover. Storage 73

The tyre repair kit is on the right side Station wagon behind the cover 3 193. Do not place any heavy or sharp- edged objects on the load Load compartment cover compartment cover. Saloon 3-door / 5-door Removing

The cover behind the armrest can be locked from load compartment: horizontal position = locked vertical position = unlocked Stowage in the load Opening compartment, Station wagon Press handle on load compartment There is a stowage compartment at cover rearwards; the cover the right side of the load automatically engages in its end Unhook retaining straps from tailgate. position. compartment. Pull cover from the side guides. The fuse box is on the left side behind Closing the cover in the load compartment Fitting Remove load compartment cover side panelling 3 185 Engage cover in side guides and fold from side brackets. It rolls up Cargo box 3 75. downwards. Attach retaining straps to automatically. tailgate. 74 Storage

Pull the cover towards the rear using Removing TwinTop the handle and engage it in the retainers at the sides.

Open the load compartment cover Opening and detach the hooks from the head Release load compartment blind from To cover the gap between the load restraints. recesses on left and right, blind rolls compartment cover and the rear Pull the release lever. Lift right side of up automatically. backrests, there is a cover on the cover first, then pull left side out of cartridge. Attach the two hooks of the recess. Closing cover to the head restraint guide rods. Pull the cover towards the rear using If the safety net is mounted, run the Fitting the handle and engage it in the hooks through the net mesh. Insert the left side of the load retainers at the sides. compartment cover in the recess, pull Do not place any objects on the load the release lever, insert the right side compartment cover. of the load compartment cover and engage. There must be no objects outside of or on top of the cover when the roof is Attach the hooks on the head open or in the process of opening. restraints. Storage 75

The roof can only be operated with Lashing eyes the blind engaged in the recess.

Load rails and hooks

The system consists of ■ adapters The lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.g. ■ variable partition net using lashing straps, luggage net or ■ mesh pockets On Station wagon, install the hooks in safety net. ■ hooks the desired position in the rails: insert The components are fitted in two rails the hook in the upper groove on the Cargo management in the side panels using adapters and rail and press in the lower groove. system hooks. The partitioning net can also be fitted directly in front of the tailgate. The FlexOrganizer is a flexible system for dividing the load compartment or securing loads in a Station wagon. 76 Storage

Variable partition net To remove, press the net rod together Cargo box and remove from the adapters. Fold open the adapter handle plate, disengage from lower groove and then from upper groove. Hooks and net pocket

Insert an adapter into each rail: fold Foldable box under the floor cover open the handle plate, insert adapter used to divide the load compartment. into upper and lower groove of rail The cargo box may only be loaded and move to required position. Turn when the backrests are engaged in handle plate upwards to lock the an upright position. adapter. The rods of the net must be extended before inserting into the Net pocket can be suspended from To remove the cargo box floor cover, adapters: pull out all of the end pieces the luggage hooks. remove first the right half then the left and lock by rotating clockwise. half. For models with towing equipment, first release the coupling To install, push rods together a little ball bar fixing strap and thread this and insert into the relevant openings through the eye. in the adapters. The longer rod must be inserted into the upper adapter. Install in reverse order. Storage 77

Loading assist ■ Observe marked maximum load height ■ Suspend the load compartment blind from the rear window frame and engage in the recesses. The load compartment blind must be flat; objects underneath it must not push it upwards. ■ Briefly press loading aid button: The folded roof is lowered. ■ Close the boot lid only after the confirmation signal has sounded. ■ Briefly press loading aid button: Otherwise the roof could be The folded roof is raised. The roof damaged. On TwinTop: The loading aid Easy remains in this end position for approx. 9 minutes Load makes it possible to comfortably 9 Warning load the load compartment when the roof is open. Pressing the loading aid Take care when operating the button will raise the roof folded up in loading aid. Risk of injury. the load compartment 25 cm. This enlarges the load opening of the load Make sure that nothing can compartment. become trapped. ■ Open the boot lid Make sure no one is in the action zone during operation. Risk of ■ Unhook load compartment blind injury. and attach to rear window frame with holder This is especially important for children. Inform passengers accordingly. 78 Storage

Note ■ One minute before the end of the Installation ■ Do not place objects on or near the hold time for the raised loading aid, load compartment blind a warning buzzer will sound to remind you to lower the roof ■ The folded roof can only be lowered when the blind is closed. ■ The loading aid is only operable Otherwise, a warning buzzer will when the vehicle is unlocked sound three times ■ Frequent operation of the loading ■ The movement of the tilted roof can aid with the engine off discharges be stopped by pressing the loading the battery aid button and another longer press ■ Repeated operation of the loading reverses the direction of the aid can cause malfunctions movement ■ A confirmation buzzer is heard in Safety net the upper and lower roof end There are two installation openings in The safety net is available on the positions when the roof is tilted the roof frame: suspend and engage Station wagon and can be installed rod of net at one side, compress rod ■ Only close the tailgate once the behind the rear seats or, if the rear and suspend and engage at other confirmation signal has sounded to seat backrests are folded and the side. indicate that the loading aid is in its seat cushions raised, behind the front lower end position seats. ■ If the loading aid is not in its lower Passengers must not be transported end position when the boot lid is behind the safety net. closed, a warning tone sounds or the tailgate is blocked mechanically 3 41 ■ Do not touch moving parts Storage 79

Behind the rear seats Behind front seats Removal

Adjust strap length on safety net by Adjust strap length on safety net by Tilt length adjuster of the net attaching the upper hook to the eye of attaching the upper hook to the eye of tensioning belt upwards and detach the strap and attach to eyes in the the strap and attach to eyes in the the belt. Unhook the safety net rods right and left of the floor. right and left of the floor. from the brackets in the roof frame. Remove rear outer head restraints Roll up the net and secure with a and fold backrests forward. strap. 80 Storage

Load compartment grille Do not place any heavy objects on the folding tray.

Warning triangle Saloon 3-door / 5-door, TwinTop

Lock grille in open position. To close the grille section from the To transport long objects, part of the open position, push bracket down, load compartment grille behind the fold down grille and engage. passenger seat can be opened: Check that the closed grille is properly Release passenger seat back and locked. fold forward. Press bracket down and fold grille section up. Folding tray Store warning triangle in rear load Located in the front seat backrests. compartment wall: first fit warning triangle into recess on left and then Open by pulling upward until it insert in guide on right. engages. To remove the warning triangle, lift to Fold away by pressing down past the the right and pull out to the right. resistance point. Storage 81

For vehicles with cargo box: Lift the Station wagon, Van First aid kit warning triangle with the right half of the cargo box. Pull out the warning Saloon 3-door / 5-door triangle to the right. Saloon 4-door

Stow the warning triangle in the space in the tailgate and fasten with the right and left straps. Secure the first-aid kit to the right load compartment wall using the retaining strap. Attach the warning triangle and first aid kit in the load compartment against the panel on the right using two straps. 82 Storage

Saloon 4-door Station wagon Van

Attach the warning triangle and first Fasten the first-aid kit to the left load Place first aid kit in stowage aid kit in the load compartment compartment wall with a retaining compartment behind the driver's seat. against the panel on the right using strap. To open the cover, press the locking two straps. tab. Storage 83

TwinTop Roof rack system Lift the covers from the fitting openings. Roof rack Fasten the roof rack at the fastening points. For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle Version with roof railing approved roof rack system is recommended. Roof loads are not permitted on the Astra TwinTop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use. Store the first-aid kit in the recess Version without roof railing behind the strap in the left load compartment wall.

To fasten the roof rack, insert the mounting bolts in the holes indicated in the figure. 84 Storage

Loading information ■ When transporting objects in the blind, on the cover of the load compartment, the backrests of deployable anti-roll bars or behind the rear seats must not be angled the rear head restraints. forward. ■ The payload is the difference ■ Do not allow the load to protrude between the permitted gross above the upper edge of the vehicle weight (see identification backrests. plate 3 211) and the EC kerb ■ Do not place any objects on the weight. load compartment cover or the To calculate the EC kerb weight, instrument panel. enter the data for your vehicle in the ■ The load must not obstruct the Weights table at the front of this operation of the pedals, parking manual. brake and gear selector, or hinder The EC kerb weight includes the freedom of movement of the weights for the driver (68 kg), driver. Do not place any unsecured luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank ■ Heavy objects in the load objects in the interior. 90 % full). compartment should be placed against the seat backrests. Ensure ■ Do not drive with an open load Optional equipment and the backrests are securely compartment. accessories increase the kerb engaged. If objects can be stacked, ■ Station wagon: fit safety net when weight. the heavier objects should be objects are being transported in the ■ Driving with a roof load increases placed at the bottom. load compartment. Close load the sensitivity of the vehicle to ■ Secure objects with lashing straps compartment cover. cross-winds and has a detrimental attached to lashing eyes 3 75. ■ Astra TwinTop: pay attention to effect on vehicle handling due to the vehicle’s higher centre of ■ Secure loose objects in load maximum loading height with roof gravity. Distribute the load evenly compartment to prevent sliding. open. Do not place objects on top of or next to the load compartment and secure it properly with retaining straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load Storage 85 conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h. The permissible roof load is 75 kg and 100 kg for Station wagon with roof railing. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load. 86 Instruments and controls

Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment

Controls ...... 86 Warning lights, gauges and indicators ...... 93 Information displays ...... 102 Vehicle messages ...... 109 Trip computer ...... 112

The Infotainment system and the Info-Display can be operated via the Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, controls on the steering wheel. then engage lever and ensure it is Further information is available in the fully locked. Infotainment system manual. Do not adjust steering wheel unless vehicle is stationary and steering wheel lock has been released. Instruments and controls 87

Horn Windscreen wiper/washer Run through the windscreen wiper stages by pushing the lever past the Windscreen wiper resistance point and holding. An acoustic signal sounds at §. Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes. Adjustable wiper interval

Press j.

The lever always springs back to its original position. & = fast % = slow $ = adjustable timed interval wipe § = Off To set the wiper interval to a value between 2 and 15 seconds: Switch on For a single wipe when the ignition, move lever down from windscreen wiper is off, press the position §, wait desired time interval lever down. and raise lever to $. 88 Instruments and controls

After turning on the ignition and Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on setting the lever to $, the interval is the windscreen and the wiper wipes set to 6 seconds. for a few strokes. If the lights are on, washer fluid is also Automatic wiping with rain sensor sprayed on the headlights. The headlight washer system is then inoperable for 2 minutes.

Rear window wiper/washer

Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Windscreen washer

$ = Automatic wiping with rain sensor The rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windscreen and automatically regulates the frequency Push lever forwards. The rear window of the windscreen wipers. wiper wipes in interval mode. Switch off by pushing lever forwards again. If the lever is held forwards, washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window. Instruments and controls 89

Do not use if the rear window is Board-Info-Display as a warning for frozen. icy road conditions. : remains 9 Warning Switch off in car washes. illuminated until temperatures reach at least 5 °C. The road surface may already be The rear screen wiper comes on icy even though the display automatically when the windscreen indicates a few degrees above wiper is switched on and reverse gear 0 °C. is engaged. Clock Outside temperature Date and time are shown in the Info-Display. Board-Info-Display 3 102, Graphic-Info-Display, Color-Info-Display 3 105.

In vehicles with Graphic-Info-Display or Color-Info-Display, a warning message appears in the display as a warning for icy road conditions. There is no message below -5 °C.

A drop in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. If outside temperatures drop to 3 °C, the symbol : illuminates in the Triple-Info-Display or the 90 Instruments and controls

Set date and time in Some transmitters do not send a Triple-Info-Display correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. Activate setting mode and set it to year setting. Hold the Ö button depressed about 3 seconds until } flashes in the display and “RDS TIME" appears. The function is activated (RDS TIME 1) or deactivated (RDS TIME 0) with the ; button. Exit setting mode using the Ö button.

Power outlets To set time, hold the setting button in the instrument panel depressed for Some vehicles have a power outlet approx. 2 seconds. A brief press will for the connection of electrical set the flashing value. Hold the button accessories instead of a cigarette depressed for 2 seconds again to lighter. switch to the next unit and to exit setting mode. Automatic time synchronisation The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the Station wagons have an additional time, identified by } in the display. accessory socket in the load compartment. Instruments and controls 91

Connecting electrical accessories Cigarette lighter while the engine is off will discharge the battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 Watts. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839. Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Press in cigarette lighter. Switches off automatically once the element is Do not damage the power outlets by The cigarette lighter is located behind glowing. Pull out lighter. using unsuitable plugs. the ashtray cover. Press ashtray cover to open. Ashtrays

Caution

To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish. 92 Instruments and controls

Ashtray, front To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray insert and pull upwards. Ashtray, rear

To empty, press spring and pull the ashtray straight out rearwards. Press ashtray cover to open.

Pull out by pushing on one of the sides. Instruments and controls 93

Warning lights, gauges Odometer Tachometer and indicators Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on.

Speedometer

The bottom line displays the recorded Displays the engine speed. distance. Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible. Trip odometer The top line displays the counted Caution kilometres since the last reset. If the needle is in the red warning To reset, hold the reset knob zone, the maximum permitted depressed for a few seconds with the engine speed is exceeded. Engine ignition on. at risk. Indicates vehicle speed. 94 Instruments and controls

Fuel gauge Service display The control indicator colours mean: Red = Danger, important reminder, Yellow = Warning, information, fault, Green = Confirmation of activation, Blue = Confirmation of activation.

Displays the fuel level in the tank The message InSP appears when it depending on the operation mode. is time for servicing. Further Control indicator Y illuminates if the information 3 206. level in the tank is low. Refuel immediately if it flashes. Control indicators Never run the tank dry. The control indicators described are Because of the fuel remaining in the not present in all vehicles. The tank, the top-up quantity may be less description applies to all instrument than the specified tank capacity. versions. When the ignition is switched on, most control indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test. Instruments and controls 95 96 Instruments and controls

Flashes Turn signal 9 Warning O illuminates or flashes green. After starting off until the seat belt is fastened. Have the cause of the fault Illuminates Fastening the seat belt 3 55. remedied immediately by a The control indicator illuminates workshop. briefly when the parking lights are Airbag, belt tensioners and switched on. Airbag system, belt tensioners 3 57, anti-roll bars 3 54. Flashes v illuminates red. The control indicator flashes if a turn When the ignition is switched on, the Seat occupancy signal or the hazard warning flashers control indicator illuminates for are activated. approx. 4 seconds. If it does not recognition Rapid flashing: failure of a direction illuminate, does not go out after y illuminates or flashes yellow. indicator lamp or associated fuse, 4 seconds or illuminates whilst failure of direction indicator lamp on driving, there is a fault in the belt Illuminated trailer. tensioner, the airbags, the deployable If the vehicle is equipped with seat y Bulb replacement 3 166. Fuses anti-roll bars or the seat occupancy occupancy recognition, illuminates 3 181. recognition system. The systems may for approx. 4 seconds after the fail to trigger in the event of an ignition is switched on. Turn signals 3 120. accident. If a child restraint system with Deployment of the belt tensioners, transponders is detected, y remains Seat belt reminder airbags or deployable anti-roll bars is illuminated. Only then a child restraint X illuminates or flashes red. indicated by continuous illumination system with transponders may be of v. used on the front passenger seat as Illuminates the front passenger airbag systems After the ignition is switched on until are deactivated 3 59. the seat belt is fastened. Instruments and controls 97

Illuminates when the ignition is Flashes when the engine is 9 Danger switched on and goes out shortly after running the engine starts. If a child restraint system is fitted Fault that could lead to catalytic and the control indicator is not converter damage. Ease up on the Illuminates when the engine is accelerator until the flashing stops. illuminated while driving, the front running and side airbag for the front Seek the immediate assistance of a passenger seat are not Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not workshop. deactivated. charging. Engine cooling may be interrupted. In diesel engines, power to the brake servo unit may be cut. Service vehicle soon Flashes Seek the assistance of a workshop. A illuminates or flashes yellow. Fault in system or child restraint system with transponders defective Illuminates when the engine is 3 Malfunction indicator light or improperly fitted 59. running Z illuminates or flashes yellow. 9 Fault in engine or transmission Danger Illuminates when the ignition is electronics 3 140, 3 144. The switched on and goes out shortly after electronics switch to an emergency Flashing of the control indicator the engine starts. running programme. Fuel while driving indicates a fault. consumption may be increased and Have the cause of the fault Illuminates when the engine is the vehicle handling may be impaired. remedied by a workshop running immediately. If the fault persists after restarting the Fault in the emission control system. vehicle, consult a workshop. Child restraint system with The permitted emission limits may be transponders 3 65. exceeded. Immediately seek the Illuminates together with InSP4 assistance of a workshop. in the service display Seek the assistance of a workshop for Charging system draining the diesel fuel filter 3 110. p illuminates red. 98 Instruments and controls

Flashes with switched on Flashes Sport mode ignition On vehicle with automated manual 1 illuminates yellow. Fault in the immobiliser system. The transmission, flashes for a few engine cannot be started 3 32. seconds when the ignition is switched The symbol is illuminated when Sport off if the parking brake is not applied. mode is on 3 139, 3 143. Switch off the ignition and repeat the start attempt. On vehicles with automated manual transmission, flashes when the If the control indicator continues Winter mode driver's door is opened if no gear is flashing, attempt to start the engine T illuminates yellow. engaged and the parking brake is not using the spare key and seek the applied. The symbol is illuminated when assistance of a workshop. Winter mode is on 3 139, 3 143. Antilock brake system Brake and clutch system Ultrasonic parking assist (ABS) R illuminates or flashes red. r illuminates or flashes yellow. u illuminates red. Illuminated Illuminates for a few seconds after the Illuminates Illuminates after the ignition is ignition is turned on. The system is Fault in system. Have the cause of the switched on if the parking brake is ready for operation when the control fault remedied by a workshop. applied 3 147. indicator goes out. Illuminates when the parking brake is If the control indicator does not go out Flashes released if the brake and clutch fluid after a few seconds, or if it illuminates Fault due to sensors that are dirty or level is too low 3 164. while driving, there is a fault in the covered by ice or snow. ABS. The brake system remains or 9 Warning operational but without ABS Interference due to external sources regulation. of ultrasound. Once the source of Stop. Do not continue your Antilock Brake System 3 146. interference is removed, the system journey. Consult a workshop. will operate normally. Instruments and controls 99

Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 150. Engine coolant Flashes temperature in vehicles fitted with a diesel particle filter. Electronic Stability W illuminates red. Program Control indicator ! flashes if the filter Illuminates when the engine is requires cleaning and previous v flashes or illuminates yellow. driving conditions did not permit Illuminates for a few seconds when running automatic cleaning. Continue driving the ignition is switched on. Stop, switch off engine. and if possible do not allow engine speed to drop below 2000 rpm. Caution Flashes whilst driving The control indicator ! goes off as The system is actively engaged. soon as the self-cleaning operation is Coolant temperature too high. Engine output may be reduced and complete. the vehicle may be braked Diesel particle filter 3 135. automatically to a small degree Check coolant level immediately 3 147. 3 162. If there is sufficient coolant, consult a Deflation detection system Illuminates whilst driving workshop. and tyre pressure The system is switched off or a fault monitoring system is present. Continued driving is Preheating and diesel possible. Driving stability, however, w illuminates or flashes red or yellow. may deteriorate depending on road particle filter surface conditions. ! illuminates or flashes yellow. Control indicator illuminates red Have the cause of the fault remedied Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately by a workshop. Illuminates and check tyre pressure. A maximum speed of 80 km/h is permitted for run- ESP®Plus 3 147. Preheating activated. Only activates when outside temperature is low. flat tyres 3 189. 100 Instruments and controls

Control indicator illuminates Engine oil pressure 9 Warning yellow I illuminates red. Fault in system or tyre without Illuminates when the ignition is When the engine is off, pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare considerably more force is needed wheel). Consult a workshop. switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts. to brake and steer. Flashes Do not remove key until vehicle is Illuminates when the engine is stationary, otherwise the steering Flashes three times to indicate wheel lock could engage system initialisation. running unexpectedly. 3 Deflation detection system 191, Caution tyre pressure monitoring system Check oil level before seeking the 3 191. Engine lubrication may be assistance of a workshop 3 161. interrupted. This may result in Interactive driving system, damage to the engine and/or Low engine oil level locking of the drive wheels. continuous damping S illuminates yellow. control, sport mode 1. Depress clutch. Engine oil level is checked IDS+ illuminates yellow. 2. Select neutral gear, set selector automatically. lever to N. Illuminates when the ignition is Illuminates when the engine is switched on and goes out shortly after 3. Move out of the flow of traffic as running the engine starts. Illumination whilst quickly as possible without driving indicates a fault in the system. impeding other vehicles. Low engine oil level. Check engine oil Have the cause of the fault remedied level and top up as necessary 4. Switch off ignition. 3 by a workshop. 161. IDSPlus 3 148, CDC 3 149, Sport mode 3 148. Low fuel Y illuminates or flashes yellow. Instruments and controls 101

Illuminates Illuminates High beam Level in fuel tank too low. Fault in system. Try to operate with C illuminates blue. the spare key, the remote control or Flashes through emergency operation. Hold Illuminates when high beam is on and Fuel used up. Refuel immediately. the Start/Stop button depressed a bit during headlamp flash 3 118. Never run the tank dry. longer to switch off the ignition. Seek Catalytic converter 3 136. the assistance of a workshop. Adaptive forward lighting Bleeding the diesel fuel system or B illuminates or flashes yellow. 3 165. The steering wheel lock is still engaged. Move the steering wheel Illuminates Open&Start system slightly and press the Start/Stop Fault in system. button. If the swivelling device for curve 0 illuminates or flashes yellow. Open&Start System 3 22. lighting fails, the corresponding low Flashes beam lamp is deactivated and the fog lamp is switched on. The electronic key is no more within Apply footbrake Seek the assistance of a workshop. the reception range of the vehicle j illuminates yellow. interior. The engine cannot be The engine with manual transmission started. Hold the Start/Stop button Flashes automated can only be started if the depressed a bit longer to switch off Fault in system. Consult a workshop foot brake is depressed. If the foot the ignition. immediately. brake is not depressed, the control B or indicator illuminates 3 142. Control indicator flashes for approx. 4 seconds after the ignition is Failure of the electronic key. switched on as a reminder that the Operation is yet only possible via Exterior light system has been switched 3 118. emergency operation. 8 illuminates green. Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Illuminates when the exterior lights 3 119. are on 3 117. 102 Instruments and controls

Fog light Information displays Board-Info-Display > illuminates green. Illuminates when the front fog lights Triple-Info-Display are on 3 120.

Rear fog light r illuminates yellow. Illuminates when the rear fog light is on 3 120.

Cruise control m illuminates green. Displays time, outside temperature Illuminates when the system is on and date or Infotainment system 3 149. Displays time, outside temperature information. and date or Infotainment system Door open when it is on. Selecting functions Functions and settings of the Q illuminates red. When the ignition is off, time, date and outside temperature can be displayed Infotainment system can be accessed Illuminates when a door or the tailgate by briefly pressing one of the two via the board information display. is open. buttons below the display. This is done using the menus and buttons of the Infotainment system. If nothing is operated within 5 seconds, the menus are automatically exited. Instruments and controls 103

Select using the Infotainment system Select using the left adjuster wheel on System settings buttons the steering wheel

Press the Settings button of the In the Settings menu, use the OK Press the adjuster wheel to open the Infotainment system. Menu item button to call up the required function. BC menu. In the BC menu press to Audio then opens. Use the arrow buttons to change operate the stop watch or restart Call up System with the left arrow settings. measurement and calculation. button and select with the OK button. In the BC menu, use the OK button to Turn the adjuster wheel to call up the call up the required function. Use the required function. OK button to operate the stop watch or restart measurement and calculation. 104 Instruments and controls

Automatic time synchronisation Setting date and time Language selection

The RDS signal of most VHF The value ready for modification is The display language for some transmitters automatically sets the marked with arrows. Use the arrow functions can be selected. time. This can be identified by } in the buttons to make the required setting. Select the required language with the display. arrow buttons. Ignition logic Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we See Infotainment system manual. recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. Deactivate (Clock Sync.Off) or activate (Clock Sync.on) automatic time synchronisation with the arrow buttons. Instruments and controls 105

Setting units of measure Graphic-Info-Display, Selecting functions Colour-Info-Display Functions and settings of the Infotainment system and electronic climate control system are accessed via the display. Selections are made via the menus and buttons, the multifunction control of the Infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel of the steering wheel. Selecting with the Infotainment system buttons

Select the required unit of measurement with the arrow buttons. Displays time, outside temperature, date or Infotainment system (when it is on) and electronic climate control system. The Color-Info-Display displays the information in colour. The type of information and how it is displayed depend on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made. 106 Instruments and controls

Select menu items via the menus and Press the multifunction control to Function areas using the Infotainment system select the highlighted item or confirm buttons. The OK button is used to a command. select the highlighted item or confirm To exit a menu, turn the multifunction a command. control until Return or Main appear To exit a menu, press the right or left and select. arrow button until Return or Main appear and select. Selecting with the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel Selecting with the multifunction control

For each function area there is a main page (Main), which is selected at the top edge of the display (not with Infotainment system CD 30 or the Mobile Phone Portal): ■ Audio, ■ Navigation, Turn to select a menu item. ■ Telephone, Press the adjuster wheel to select the ■ Trip computer. Turn the multifunction control to highlighted item or confirm a highlight menu items or commands command. and to select function areas. Instruments and controls 107

System settings Setting date and time Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend to switch off automatic time synchronisation. The function is activated by ticking the field in front of Synchron. clock automatical. in the Time, Date menu. Language selection

Press the Main button of the Select menu item Time, Date from the Infotainment system. Settings menu. Press the Settings button on the Select the required menu items and Infotainment system. For make settings. Infotainment system CD 30, no menu Changing the time setting will also may be selected. change the time setting of the navigation system. Automatic time synchronisation The display language for some The RDS signal of most VHF functions can be selected. transmitters automatically sets the Select menu item Language from the time. Settings menu. Select the desired language. 108 Instruments and controls

Setting units of measure Adjusting contrast (Graphic-Info-Display)

Selection is indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item. Select menu item Units from the In systems with voice output, when Settings menu. Select menu item Contrast from the the language setting of the display is Select the desired unit. Settings menu. changed the system will ask whether Confirm the required setting. the announcement language should Selections are indicated by a o in front of the menu item. also be changed - see Infotainment Setting display mode system manual. Display brightness is dependent of vehicle lighting. Additional settings can be made as follows: Select menu item Day/Night from the Settings menu. Automatic: The colours are adapted to the exterior lights. Instruments and controls 109

Always day design: black or coloured Vehicle messages ■ If the speed programmed at the text on light background. factory is exceeded. Always night design: white or Messages are given via the ■ If the vehicle has automated coloured text on dark background. instrument panel display or as manual transmission and the Selection is indicated by a o in front warning and signal buzzers. Check driver's door is opened when the of the menu item. control messages appear on the engine is running, a gear is Info-Display. Some appear in an engaged and the foot brake is not Ignition logic abbreviated form. Confirm warning depressed. See Infotainment system manual. messages with the multifunction knob 3 102, 3 105. When the vehicle is parked and the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition Warning chimes switch. When starting the engine or ■ With exterior lights on. whilst driving ■ With Open&Start system and ■ If the electronic key is not present automatic transmission, if the or is not recognised. selector lever is not in P. ■ If seat belt is not fastened. ■ For automated manual transmission, if the parking brake is ■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully not applied and no gear is engaged closed when starting off. when the engine is switched off. ■ If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied. 110 Instruments and controls

When operating the retractable ■ Continuous warning buzzer during Engine cooling level hardtop roof operation if the anti-roll bars ■ Indicator buzzer upon completed have been triggered. opening or closing of the ■ Continuous warning buzzer starting convertible hardtop. one minute before the end of the ■ Indicator buzzer upon completed 9-minute standby time with the roof raising or lowering of the electric in an intermediate position or the load compartment loading aid. loading aid in a raised position. ■ Gong tone if the tailgate is not ■ Persistent warning buzzer when closed during roof operation. closing the tailgate, if the lowering process of the electric load aid is ■ Gong tone if the tailgate is not fully not complete or has been open during operation of the load interrupted. compartment loading aid. ■ Gong tone during roof operation if Low fluid level in engine cooling vehicle speed exceeds 30 km/h. Battery voltage system. Check coolant immediately ■ Gong tone when vehicle speed Low battery voltage in radio remote 3 162. exceeds 30 km/h if the roof is not control or electronic key. On vehicles fully open or closed. without check control, the message InSP3 appears in the instrument Drain diesel fuel filter ■ Three gong tones during roof or panel display. Replace the battery If there is water in the diesel fuel filter, loading aid operation if the load 3 20, 3 22. the message InSP4 appears in the compartment blind is not attached. instrument panel. Consult a ■ Three gong tones during roof workshop. operation if outside temperature is Brake light switch below -20 °C, vehicle battery Brake light does not come on during voltage is too low or the system is braking. Have the cause of the fault overloaded. remedied immediately by a workshop. Instruments and controls 111

Lighting Anti-theft alarm system Important exterior lights, including System fault in anti-theft alarm cables and fuses, are monitored. In system. Have the cause of the fault trailer mode, trailer lighting is also remedied by a workshop. monitored. Trailers with LED lighting must have an adapter that enables light monitoring as with conventional Tyre pressure bulbs.

If there is a considerable loss of pressure, a corresponding message appears indicating the tyre. Steer out of flow of traffic as quickly as possible without endangering other vehicles. Stop and check the tyres. Mount the spare wheel 3 196. If run-flat tyres are fitted, maximum On vehicles with tyre pressure speed is 80 km/h. Information monitoring system, if there is low tyre The failed lighting will be indicated in 3 189. Tyre pressure monitoring pressure, information which tyre to the information display or the system 3 191. message InSP2 will appear in the check appears on the display. instrument panel display. Reduce speed and check tyre pressure at the next opportunity. Tyre Washer fluid level pressure monitoring system 3 191. Low washer fluid level. Top up Check tyre pressure 3 190, 3 234. washer fluid 3 163. 112 Instruments and controls

Trip computer Instantaneous consumption Average speed Displays average speed. The Trip computer in Board- measurement can be reset at any Info-Display time. Stoppages in the journey with the Access the data by pressing the BC ignition off are not included in the button on the Infotainment system or calculations. the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel. Distance Some information appears in the Displays distance travelled. The display in an abbreviated form. measurement can be reset at any Once an audio function has been time. selected, the lower row of the trip computer function is displayed Range Displays the instantaneous furthermore. consumption. At low speeds, consumption per hour is displayed. Average consumption Displays average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time. Absolute consumption Displays fuel consumed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Instruments and controls 113

Range is calculated from current fuel Select the function. Press the OK Trip computer in Graphic- tank content and current button or the left adjuster wheel on the consumption. The display shows steering wheel to start or stop the stop Info-Display or Colour- average values. watch. Info-Display After refuelling, the range updates The main page of the trip computer automatically after a brief delay. Restart trip computer provides information on range, The measurement or calculation of When the fuel level in the tank is low, current consumption and average the following trip computer the message Range appears in the consumption of BC 1. information can be restarted: display. To display other trip computer data, ■ Average consumption, When the fuel tank is nearly empty, press the BC button on the the message Refuel! appears in the ■ Absolute consumption, infotainment system, select the trip display. ■ Average speed, computer menu from the display or press the left adjuster wheel on the ■ Distance, Stop watch steering wheel. ■ Stop watch. Select BC 1 or BC 2 from the trip Select the desired trip computer computer menu. information 3 102. To restart, press the OK button or the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel for approx. 2 seconds. 114 Instruments and controls

Range

When the fuel level in the tank is low, Distance the message Range appears in the Displays distance travelled. The Range is calculated from current fuel display. tank content and current measurement can be reset at any consumption. The display shows When the fuel tank is nearly empty, time. average values. the message Please refuel! appears in the display. Average speed After refuelling, the range is updated Displays average speed. The automatically after a brief delay. The navigation system will support you in finding the nearest filling measurement can be reset at any station. See Infotainment manual for time. further information. Stoppages in the journey with the ignition off are not included in the Instantaneous consumption calculations. Display of the instantaneous consumption. At low speeds, consumption per hour is displayed. Instruments and controls 115

Absolute consumption Displays fuel consumed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average consumption Displays average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time. Restart trip computer The measurement or calculation of the following trip computer The information of the two trip To reset all information of a trip information can be restarted: computers can be reset separately, computer, select menu item All ■ Distance, making it possible to evaluate data values. ■ Average speed, from different time periods. ■ Absolute consumption, Select the required trip computer information and confirm. ■ Average consumption. Select BC 1 or BC 2 from the Board computer menu. 116 Instruments and controls

Stop watch Driving Time incl. Stops The current pressure of each tyre is The time the vehicle is in motion is displayed. recorded. The time the vehicle is Further information 3 191. stationary with the ignition switched on is included. Travel Time Measurement of the time from manual activation via Start to manual deactivation via Reset.

Tyre pressures

Select menu item Timer from the Board Computer menu. To start, select menu item Start. To stop, select menu item Stop. To reset, select menu item Reset. The relevant stop watch display can be selected in the Options menu: Driving Time excl. Stops The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. Stationary time is not included. Select menu Tyres from the Board Computer menu. Lighting 117

Lighting Exterior lighting Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ...... 117 Interior lighting ...... 121 Lighting features ...... 122

Light switch set to AUTO: When the engine is running, the exterior lighting Turn light switch: is switched on when external light conditions are poor. 7 = Off 8 = sidelights For reasons of safety, the light switch 9 = low beam should always remain in the AUTO position. 8 3 Control indicator 101. Move light switch to 9 if visibility is If the ignition is switched off with the poor because of fog or mist. low beam on, only the sidelights remain illuminated. 118 Lighting

High beam Headlight range 2 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden adjustment 3 = driver's seat occupied and load compartment laden Manual headlight range adjustment Vehicles with automatic level control system 0 = front seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden 2 = driver's seat occupied and load compartment laden Automatic headlight range To switch from low to high beam, adjustment push lever. Headlight range is automatically To switch to low beam, push lever adjusted based on vehicle load. again or pull. To adapt headlight range to the Headlights when driving Headlight flash vehicle load to prevent dazzling: Press knob to disengage and turn to abroad To activate the headlight flash, pull required position. lever. The asymmetrical headlight beam extends visibility at the edge of the Vehicles without automatic level road on the passenger side. control system 0 = front seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied Lighting 119

However, when driving in countries On vehicle without automatic light The light beam pivots based on where traffic drives on the opposite control, 9 must be switched on when steering wheel position and speed. side of the road, adjust the headlights it gets dark for illumination of the to prevent dazzling of oncoming instrument panel. Motorway lighting traffic. The daytime running lights switch off At higher speeds and continuous when the ignition is switched off. straight ahead travel, the beam Vehicles with halogen headlight automatically raises slightly, thereby system increasing headlight range. Adaptive forward lighting Have the headlights adjusted by a Control indicator B 3 101. workshop. Adaptive forward lighting with Bi- Xenon headlights improves lighting in Vehicles with adaptive forward curves and increases headlight Hazard warning flashers lighting range. Adapting the aim of the headlight beam: Curve lighting 1. Pull lever and hold. 2. Switch on ignition. 3. An acoustic signal sounds after approx. 3 seconds. Control indicator B 3 101.

Daytime running lights With the ignition on and the light ¨ switch set to 7 or AUTO, the sidelights Operated with the button. are switched on. When the engine is The hazard warning flashers activate running, headlights illuminate. automatically if the airbags deploy. 120 Lighting

Turn and lane-change Move the lever to the resistance point Rear fog lights and hold for longer indication. signals The rear fog light can only be Switch the turn signal off manually by switched on when both the ignition moving the lever slightly. and headlights or sidelights (with front fog lights) are on. Front fog lights Operated with the r button. The vehicle rear fog light is deactivated when towing.

Parking lights

Lever up = right turn signal Lever down = left turn signal The lever always springs back to its original position. The front fog lights can only be If the lever is moved past the switched on when both the ignition resistance point, the turn signal is and headlights or sidelights are on. switched on constantly. When the Operated with the > button. steering wheel moves back, the turn signal is automatically deactivated. For three flashes, e.g. when changing lanes, press the lever until resistance is felt and then release. Lighting 121

When parked, the parking light on one Interior lighting Interior lights side can be activated: During entry and exit of the vehicle, 1. Set light switch to 7 or AUTO. Instrument panel the front and centre courtesy lights 2. Ignition off. illumination control automatically come on and then 3. Move turn signal lever all the way switch off after a delay. up (right parking light) or down (left parking light). Front courtesy light Confirmed by a signal and the corresponding turn signal control indicator. To switch it off, switch on the ignition or move the turn signal lever in the opposite direction.

Reversing lights The reversing light comes on when the ignition is on and reverse gear is Brightness can be adjusted when the selected. exterior lights are on: Press knob k to disengage and then turn it and hold until the desired brightness is Operated with the c button. Misted light covers obtained. The inside of the light covers may mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold weather conditions, in heavy rain or after washing. The mist disappears quickly by itself; to help, switch on the headlights. 122 Lighting

Courtesy lights and rear reading Reading lights Lighting features lights Centre console lighting Spotlight in interior mirror housing. Daylight-dependent, automatically regulated centre console lighting.

Entry lighting After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument panel lighting and the number plate lights come on for a few seconds. Starting off 3 17. Operated with a buttons or switch. Operated with switch. I = on I = on 0 = off 0 = off centre = automatic centre = automatic Sunvisor lights The lighting switches on when the cover is opened. Lighting 123

Exit lighting The lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever is pulled while the driver's door is open.

Battery discharge protection To prevent the battery from becoming discharged, all the interior lighting is switched off automatically after 10 minutes, when the ignition is switched off.

Headlights and reversing lights come on for approx. 30 seconds after the system is activated and the driver's door is closed. Activating 1. Switch off ignition. 2. Remove ignition key. 3. Open driver's door. 4. Pull turn signal lever. 5. Close driver's door. If the driver's door is not closed the lights switch off after two minutes. 124 Climate control

Climate control systems l = to windscreen and front door Climate control windows J = to windscreen, front door Heating and ventilation windows and foot well Climate control systems ...... 124 system K = to foot well Air vents ...... 130 Intermediate settings are possible. Maintenance ...... 131 Temperature red = warm blue = cold Heating will not be fully effective until engine has reached normal operating temperature. Fan speed Adjust the air flow by switching the fan to the desired speed. Controls for: ■ Air distribution Demisting and defrosting the ■ Temperature windows ■ Fan speed ■ Set air distribution control to l. Heated rear window Ü 3 38. ■ Set temperature control to warmest level. Air distribution ■ Set fan speed to highest level. L = to head area and foot well ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. M = to head area Climate control 125

■ Open side air vents as required and Cooling n Air distribution to l: Air recirculation direct them towards door windows. Operated with the n button and is is deactivated. ■ For simultaneous warming of the functional only when the engine and foot well, set air distribution control fan are running. Maximum cooling Briefly open the windows so that hot to J. The air conditioning system cools and air can disperse quickly. dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the Air conditioning system outside temperature is slightly above ■ Cooling n on. freezing point. Therefore ■ Air circulation system 4 on, condensation may form and drip from ■ Set air distribution control to M. under the vehicle. ■ Set temperature control to coldest If no cooling or drying is required, level. switch the cooling system off to save fuel. ■ Set fan speed to highest level. ■ Open all vents. Air recirculation system 4 Operated with the 4 button. Demisting and defrosting the windows 9 Warning ■ Cooling n on. ■ Set air distribution control to l. The exchange of fresh air is In addition to the heating and reduced in air recirculation mode. ■ Set temperature control to warmest ventilation system, the air In operation without cooling the air level. conditioning system has: humidity increases, so the ■ Set fan speed to highest level. n = Cooling windows may mist up. The quality ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. 4 = Air recirculation of the passenger compartment air deteriorates, which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. 126 Climate control

■ Open side air vents as required and n = Cooling Intermediate settings are possible. direct them towards door windows. 4 = Air recirculation ■ For simultaneous warming of the V = Demisting and defrosting Temperature preselection Set the temperature control to the foot well, set air distribution control Heated rear window Ü 3 38. to J. required position. Intermediate The preselected temperature is settings are possible. automatically regulated. In the For reasons of comfort, change Automatic climate control automatic mode the fan speed temperature only in small increments. automatically regulates the air flow. system At the end positions, there is no Automatic mode temperature regulation. The air Basic setting for maximum comfort: conditioning system works with maximum cooling or heating. ■ Set fan control to A. Heating will not be fully effective until ■ Set the air distribution control to the engine has reached normal operating desired setting. temperature. ■ Preset temperature to the desired level. Fan speed ■ Cooling n on. In the automatic mode A the fan speed automatically regulates the air ■ Open all of the air vents. flow. If required the air flow can be Air distribution manually adjusted. Controls for: L = to head area and foot well Cooling n M = to head area ■ Air distribution Operated with the n button and is l = to windscreen and front door ■ Temperature functional only when the engine and windows fan are running. ■ Fan speed J = to windscreen, front door windows and foot well K = to foot well Climate control 127

The air conditioning system cools and ■ Cooling n on. ■ Set temperature control to warmest dehumidifies (dries) when outside ■ Set air distribution control to M. level. temperature is above a specific level. ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. Therefore condensation may form ■ Set temperature control to required and drip from under the vehicle. temperature value. If no cooling or drying is required, ■ Set fan control to A. Electronic climate control switch the cooling system off to save ■ Open all vents. system fuel. The automatic climate control automatically cools to the specified Air recirculation system 4 value with the maximum cooling The air recirculation mode is operated power. 4 with the button. With the temperature control turned to its minimum setting, the system 9 Warning continually runs at maximum cooling. The system is automatically set to air The exchange of fresh air is recirculation when the air conditioning reduced in air recirculation mode. is on. In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the Demisting and defrosting the windows may mist up. The quality windows of the passenger compartment air Controls for: ■ Cooling n on. deteriorates, which may cause the ■ Temperature vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. ■ Press button V: in position A, fan automatically switches to maximum ■ Air distribution and menu selection Maximum cooling speed, the air distribution is ■ Fan speed Briefly open the windows so that the directed towards the windscreen. AUTO = Automatic mode heated air can disappear quickly. 4 = air recirculation V = demisting and defrosting 128 Climate control

Heated rear window Ü 3 38. The electronic climate control system Fan speed The preselected temperature is is only fully operational when the The selected fan speed is indicated automatically regulated. In the engine is running. with x and a number in the display. automatic mode the fan speed and air Do not cover the sensor on the If the fan is switched off the air distribution automatically regulate the instrument panel for correct conditioning is also deactivated. air flow. operation. To return to automatic mode: Press The system can be manually adapted AUTO button. by use of air distribution and air flow Automatic mode controls. Basic setting for maximum comfort: Demisting and defrosting the ■ Press AUTO button. windows ■ Open all air vents. Press the V button. V appears in ■ Air conditioning on. the display. ■ Set desired temperature. Temperature and air distribution are set automatically and the fan runs at Temperature preselection a high speed. Temperatures can be set to the To return to automatic mode: press desired value. button V or AUTO. For reasons of comfort, change Switch on heated rear window Ü. temperature only in small increments. If the minimum temperature is set, Manual settings in climate menu Lo appears in the display and the Climate control system settings can Data is shown on the Info-Display. electronic climate control system runs be changed via the centre control, the Setting modifications are briefly at maximum cooling. buttons and the menus shown on the shown in the Info-Display, display. superimposing over the currently If the maximum temperature is set, To view the menu, press the centre displayed menu. Hi appears in the display and the electronic climate control system runs control. The Climate menu appears in at maximum heating. the display. Climate control 129

Individual menu items are marked by Cooling Fan regulation in automatic turning the centre control and mode selected by pressing it. Fan regulation in automatic mode can To exit a menu, turn the centre control be adapted. until Return or Main appear and Select menu item Automatic blower select. from the Climate menu and select the Air distribution desired fan regulation. Turn the centre control. The Air Manual air recirculation mode distribut. menu is activated, showing The manual air recirculation mode is the possible air distribution settings: operated with the 4 button. Top = to windscreen and front door windows. 9 Warning Centre = to vehicle occupants. In the Climate menu, select menu Bottom = to foot well. The exchange of fresh air is item AC and activate or deactivate reduced in air recirculation mode. The Air distribut. menu can also be cooling. called up via the Climate menu. In operation without cooling the air The air conditioning system cools and humidity increases, so the Return to automatic air distribution: dehumidifies (dries) when outside windows may mist up. The quality Deactivate corresponding setting or temperature is above a specific level. of the passenger compartment air press button AUTO. Therefore condensation may form deteriorates, which may cause the and drip from under the vehicle. vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. If no cooling or drying is required, switch the cooling system off to save fuel, Eco appears in the display. 130 Climate control

Air conditioning with the engine Air vents not running When ignition is off, the residual heat Adjustable air vents or cooling in the system can be used At least one air vent must be open for climate control in passenger while cooling is on in order to prevent compartment. the evaporator from icing up due to Press the AUTO button with the lack of air movement. ignition off. Residual air conditioning on will appear briefly in the display. Residual climate control can only operate for a limited period of time. To cancel, press the AUTO button. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. Auxiliary heater To close the vent, turn the adjuster wheel to 7. Air heater Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air 9 Warning heater which warms up the passenger compartment more Do not attach any objects to the quickly. To open vent, turn the adjuster wheel slats of the air vents. Risk of to B. damage and injury in case of an Coolant heater accident. Diesel-engined vehicles have a fuel- powered auxiliary heater. Fixed air vents Additional air vents are located beneath the windscreen and door windows and in the foot wells. Climate control 131

Maintenance Air conditioning regular operation Air intake In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when outside temperature is too low.

Service For optimal cooling performance, it is recommended to annually check the climate control system, starting three years after initial vehicle The air intakes in front of the registration, including: windscreen in the engine ■ Functionality and pressure test compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake. Remove any leaves, ■ Heating functionality dirt or snow. ■ Leakage check ■ Check of drive belts Pollen filter ■ Cleaning of condenser and The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, evaporator drainage pollen and spores from the air ■ Performance check entering the vehicle through the air intake. 132 Driving and operating

Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in Driving hints ...... 132 Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Never coast with engine not the first few journeys. Starting and operating ...... 132 running During the first drive, smoke may Engine exhaust ...... 135 Many systems will not function in this occur because of wax and oil Automatic transmission ...... 136 situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power evaporating off the exhaust system. steering). Driving in this manner is a Manual transmission ...... 141 Park the vehicle in the open for a danger to yourself and others. Manual transmission while after the first drive and avoid automated ...... 142 Pedals inhaling the fumes. Brakes ...... 146 To ensure the pedal travel is Fuel and engine oil consumption may be higher during the running-in Ride control systems ...... 147 uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals. period. Cruise control ...... 149 Object detection systems ...... 150 Fuel ...... 151 Towing ...... 154 Driving and operating 133

Ignition switch positions Starting the engine Starting engine with the Start/Stop button Starting engine with ignition switch

0 = Ignition off 1 = Steering wheel lock released, The electronic key must be inside the ignition off vehicle. Operate clutch and brake, 2 = Ignition on, for diesel engine: Operate clutch and brake, automatic automatic transmission in P or N, do preheating transmission in P or N, do not not accelerate, for diesel engines, 3 = Starting accelerate; for diesel engines, turn press the button briefly to start the key to position 2 for preheating preheating, move the steering wheel until control indicator ! goes out; slightly to release the steering wheel ! turn key briefly to position 3 and lock, wait until control indicator release key when engine is running. goes out and then press button for 1 second and release when the Before restarting or to switch off the engine is running. engine, turn key back to position 0. 134 Driving and operating

To repeat the starting procedure or to Parking off the ignition. Turn the front switch off the engine, press the button wheels towards the kerb. again. ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high ■ Lock the vehicle and activate the temperature of the exhaust system anti-theft locking system and the Starting the vehicle at low anti-theft alarm system. temperatures could ignite the surface. The start of the engine without ■ Always apply parking brake without additional heaters is possible down to pressing release button. Apply as -25 °С for diesel engines and -30 °C firmly as possible on downhill or for petrol engines. Required is an uphill slopes. Depress the foot engine oil with the correct viscosity, brake at the same time to reduce the correct fuel, performed services operating force. and a sufficiently charged battery. ■ Switch off the engine and ignition. With temperatures below -30 °C the Turn the steering wheel until the automatic transmission and the steering wheel lock engages. manual transmission automated ■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or need a warming phase of approx. 5 uphill slope, engage first gear or set minutes. The selector lever must be the selector lever to P before in position P respectively N. switching off the ignition. On an uphill slope, turn the front wheels Overrun cut-off away from the kerb. The fuel supply is automatically cut off If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle engage reverse gear or set the is driven with a gear engaged but selector lever to P before switching accelerator is released. Driving and operating 135

Engine exhaust consumption may be higher during this period. The emission of smells and smoke during this process is 9 Danger normal.

Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows. Have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop. Stopping the journey or switching off Avoid driving with an open load the engine during cleaning is not compartment, otherwise exhaust recommended. gases could enter the vehicle. Under certain driving conditions, e.g. Caution Diesel particle filter short distances, the system cannot clean itself automatically. If the cleaning process is The diesel particle filter system filters interrupted more than once, there harmful soot particles out of the If the filter requires cleaning and is a great risk of provoking severe exhaust gases. The system includes previous driving conditions did not engine damage. a self-cleaning function that runs enable automatic cleaning, control indicator ! flashes. Continue driving, automatically during driving. The filter Cleaning takes place quickest at high keeping engine speed above 2000 is cleaned by burning off the soot engine speeds and loads. particles at high temperature. This revolutions per minute. Shift down if process takes place automatically necessary. Diesel particle filter under set driving conditions and may cleaning is then started. take up to 25 minutes. Fuel 136 Driving and operating

Caution Automatic transmission

Fuel grades other than those listed The automatic transmission makes on pages 3 151, 3 215 could automatic shifting possible damage the catalytic converter or (automatic mode) and the version electronic components. with ActiveSelect also makes manual shifting possible (manual mode). Unburnt petrol will overheat and damage the catalytic converter. Therefore avoid excessive use of Transmission display the starter, running the fuel tank dry and starting the engine by pushing or towing. The control indicator ! extinguishes as soon as the self-cleaning In the event of misfiring, uneven operation is complete. engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual Catalytic converter problems, have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop as soon as The catalytic converter reduces the possible. In an emergency, driving amount of harmful substances in the can be continued for a short period, exhaust gases. keeping vehicle speed and engine speed low. The mode or selected gear is shown in the transmission display. Driving and operating 137

Selector lever

The selector lever can only be moved When the selector lever is in the P or out of P or N when the ignition is on N position, control indicator j in the P = park position, Front wheels and the foot brake is depressed gear indicator strip illuminates red locked, engage only when the (selector lever lock). when the selector lever is locked. If vehicle is stationary and the When the selector lever is in N, the the selector lever is not in the P parking brake is applied selector lever lock is activated after a position when the ignition is switched R = reverse gear, engage only delay and only if the vehicle is off, control indicator j and P in the when vehicle is stationary stationary. gear indicator strip flash. N = neutral To engage P or R, push button on D = automatic mode with all gears selector lever. When position N is selected, press foot brake or engage parking brake before starting. 138 Driving and operating

Do not accelerate while engaging a Rocking the vehicle Manual mode gear. Never depress the accelerator Rocking the vehicle is only pedal and brake pedal at the same permissible if the vehicle is stuck in time. sand, mud or snow. Move the selector When a gear is engaged, the vehicle lever between D and R in a repeat slowly begins to creep when the pattern. Do not race the engine and brake is released. avoid sudden acceleration. Gears 3, 2, 1 Parking 3, 2, 1 = Transmission does not Apply the parking brake and engage shift above the selected P. gear. The ignition key can only be removed Press button on selector lever to when the selector lever is in position engage 3 or 1. P. Move selector lever out of position D Only select 3, 2 or 1 to prevent towards the left and then forwards or automatic upshifting or as an aid in backwards. engine braking. + = Shift to a higher gear. Engine braking - = Shift to a lower gear. To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when If a higher gear is selected when driving downhill. vehicle speed is too low, or a lower gear when vehicle speed is too high, the shift is not executed. If engine speed is too low, the transmission automatically shifts to a lower gear above a specific vehicle speed. Driving and operating 139

No automatic shifting to a higher gear Winter programme T Activation on vehicles with manual takes place at a high engine speed. mode For reasons of safety, kickdown is In automatic mode, press the T also available in manual mode. button. Depending on road conditions, the vehicles starts off in 2nd or 3rd gear. Electronic driving programmes Deactivation The Winter programme is switched off ■ Following a cold start, the operating by: temperature programme increases engine speed to quickly bring the ■ pressing the T button again catalytic converter to the required ■ manually selecting 2 or 1 temperature. ■ changing to manual mode ■ The automatic neutral shift function Activate the Winter programme to ■ turning off the ignition automatically shifts to idling when assist starting off on a slippery road the vehicle is stopped with a ■ or if the transmission oil surface. forward gear engaged. temperature is too high ■ The adaptive programme tailors Activation on vehicles without manual gearshifting to the driving mode conditions, e.g. greater load or Press the T button with P, R, N, D or gradients. 3 engaged. The vehicle starts off in ■ When Sport mode is engaged, the 3rd gear. vehicle shifts at higher engine speeds (unless cruise control is on). Sport mode 3 148. 140 Driving and operating

Kickdown Version without manual mode 2nd gear is not available. Manual shifting: 1 = 1st gear 2 = 3rd gear 3, D = 4th gear Version with manual mode Only the highest gear is available. Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may also be available in manual mode.

If the battery is not the cause of the Interruption of power fault, release selector lever: If the accelerator pedal is pressed supply 1. Apply parking brake. past the pressure point, the In the event of an interruption of 2. Release selector lever trim from transmission shifts to a lower gear power supply, the selector lever depending on engine speed. centre console at rear, fold cannot be moved out of the P or N upwards and rotate to the left. position. Fault If the battery is discharged, start the In the event of a fault, A illuminates. vehicle using jump leads 3 199. The transmission no longer shifts automatically. Continued travel is possible with manual shifting. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Driving and operating 141

Manual transmission Caution

It is inadvisable to drive with hand resting on the selector lever.

3. Push the yellow catch forward with a screwdriver and move the selector lever out of P. 4. Mount selector lever trim on To engage reverse, with the vehicle centre console and refit. stationary wait 3 seconds after depressing the clutch pedal and then Reselecting P causes locking again. pull up the button on the selector lever Have a workshop eliminate the cause and engage the gear. of the power loss. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection. Do not grind the clutch unnecessarily. When operating, depress the clutch pedal completely. Do not use the pedal as a foot rest. 142 Driving and operating

If the Winter programme is activated, Selector lever Manual transmission T automated is illuminated.

The Easytronic transmission permits Starting the engine manual (manual mode) or automatic Depress the foot brake when starting gear shifting (automatic mode), both the engine. If the foot brake is not with automatic clutch control. depressed, j illuminates in the instrument cluster, "N" flashes in the transmission display and the engine Transmission display cannot be started. Starting is not possible if all brake lights fail. When the foot brake is depressed, the transmission automatically shifts to Always move the selector lever in the N upon start. There may be a slight appropriate direction as far as it will delay. go. Upon release, it automatically returns to the centre position. N = Neutral. A = Switch between automatic and manual mode. The transmission display shows A or M. Shows the mode and current gear. R = Reverse gear. Engage only The display flashes for a few seconds when vehicle is stationary. when A, M or R is selected with the + = Shift to a higher gear. engine running and the foot brake not - = Shift to a lower gear. activated. Driving and operating 143

Starting off high engine speed has been reached. Manual mode Depress the foot brake and move the It shifts down in good time when braking. If a higher gear is selected when the selector lever to A, + or -. The engine speed is too low, or a lower transmission is in automatic mode Manual mode gear when the speed is too high, the and first gear is engaged. If R is shift is not executed. This prevents selected, reverse gear is engaged. To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when the engine from running at too low or The vehicle starts to move when the driving downhill. too high an engine speed. brake is released. If engine speed is too low, the To start off without depressing the Rocking the vehicle transmission automatically shifts to a foot brake, accelerate immediately Rocking the vehicle is only lower gear. after engaging a gear. permissible if the vehicle is stuck in If engine speed is too high, the If neither the accelerator nor the sand, mud or snow. Move the selector transmission only switches to a higher brake pedal are depressed, no gear lever between R and A in a repeat gear via kickdown. is engaged and A or R flashes for a pattern. Do not race the engine and avoid sudden acceleration. When + or - is selected in automatic brief time in the display. mode, the transmission switches to Stopping the vehicle Parking manual mode and shifts accordingly. In A, first gear is engaged and the Apply the parking brake. The most clutch is released when the vehicle is recently engaged gear (see Electronic driving stopped. In R, reverse gear remains transmission display) remains programmes engaged. engaged. With N, no gear is engaged. ■ Following a cold start, the operating When the ignition is switched off the temperature programme increases Engine braking transmission no longer responds to engine speed to quickly bring the movement of the selector lever. Automatic mode catalytic converter to the required When driving downhill, the manual temperature. transmission automated does not shift into higher gears until a fairly 144 Driving and operating

■ The adaptive programme tailors Activation Kickdown gearshifting to the driving Press the T button. The transmission conditions, e.g. greater load or switches to automatic mode. The gradients. vehicle starts off in 2nd gear. Sport ■ When Sport mode is engaged, shift mode is deactivated. times are reduced and the transmission shifts at higher engine Deactivation speeds (unless cruise control is The Winter programme is switched off on). Sport mode 3 148. by: ■ pressing the T button again Winter programme T ■ turning off the ignition, ■ switching to manual mode (when switched back to automatic mode, the Winter programme is again active) If the accelerator pedal is pressed past the pressure point, the ■ when clutch temperature is too high transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed. During kickdown no manual gear shifting is possible.

Fault To prevent damage to the manual Activate the Winter programme if you transmission automated, the clutch is have problems starting off on a engaged automatically at high clutch slippery road surface. temperatures. Driving and operating 145

A illuminates in the event of a fault. 5. Using a flat-head screwdriver, Continued driving is possible. Manual turn the adjusting screw under the mode cannot be used for shifting. cap clockwise until clear If F appears in the transmission resistance can be felt. The clutch display, continued driving is not has now been disengaged. possible. 6. Refit cleaned cap. The cap must Have the cause of the fault remedied be in full contact with the housing. by a workshop. On vehicles with 6-speed manual transmission automated, the clutch cannot be released; if the vehicle Interruption of power must be moved, raise the vehicle at supply the front to tow. The clutch is not disengaged if there If the vehicle must be moved out of is an interruption of the power supply the flow of traffic, disengage the Caution when a gear is engaged. The vehicle clutch as follows (for vehicles with 5- cannot move. speed manual transmission Do not turn beyond the resistance automated only): since this could damage the If the battery is discharged, start the transmission. vehicle using jump leads 3 199. 1. Apply parking brake and switch off ignition. If the cause of the fault is not a discharged battery, seek the 2. Open the bonnet 3 161. assistance of a workshop. 3. Clean the transmission around the cap so that no dirt can get into the opening when the cap is removed. 4. Rotate cap to slacken and remove by lifting upwards. 146 Driving and operating

Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Caution as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains The brake system comprises two Towing the vehicle and starting steerable, even during hard braking. the engine is not permitted when independent brake circuits. ABS control is made apparent the clutch has been disengaged in If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can through a pulse in the brake pedal this way, although the vehicle can still be braked using the other brake and the noise of the regulation be moved a short distance. circuit. However, braking effect is process. achieved only when you depress the Seek the immediate assistance of a brake pedal firmly. Considerably For optimum braking, keep the brake workshop. more force is needed for this. The pedal fully depressed throughout the braking distance is extended. Seek braking process, despite the fact that the assistance of a workshop before the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce continuing your journey. the pressure on the pedal. When the engine is not running, the After starting off the system performs support of the brake servo unit a self-test which may be audible. disappears once the brake pedal has Control indicator u 3 98. been depressed once or twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but Adaptive brake lamp braking requires significantly greater During full braking, all three brake force. It is especially important to bear lamps flash for the duration of ABS this in mind when being towed. control. Control indicator R 3 98.

Antilock brake system Antilock brake system (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking. Driving and operating 147

Fault Control indicator R 3 98. Ride control systems 9 Warning Brake assist Electronic stability If there is a fault in the ABS, the If the brake pedal is depressed program wheels may be liable to lock due quickly and forcefully, maximum Electronic stability program to braking that is heavier than brake force is automatically applied (ESP®Plus) improves driving stability normal. The advantages of ABS (full braking). when necessary, regardless of the are no longer available. During Maintain steady pressure on the type of road surface or tyre grip. It also hard braking, the vehicle can no brake pedal for as long as full braking prevents the drive wheels from longer be steered and may is required. Maximum brake force is spinning. swerve. automatically reduced when the As soon as the vehicle starts to brake pedal is released. swerve (understeer/oversteer), Have the cause of the fault remedied engine output is reduced and the by a workshop. Hill start assist wheels are braked individually. This considerably improves the driving The system helps prevent unintended stability of the vehicle on slippery road Parking brake movement when driving away on surfaces. Always apply parking brake firmly inclines. ESP®Plus is operational as soon as without operating the release button, When releasing the foot brake after control indicator v extinguishes. and apply as firmly as possible on a stopping on an incline, the brakes downhill or uphill slope. remain on for a further two seconds. When ESP®Plus comes into action v To release the parking brake, pull the The brakes release automatically as flashes. lever up slightly, press the release soon as the vehicle begins to button and fully lower the lever. accelerate. To reduce the operating forces of the parking brake, depress the foot brake at the same time. 148 Driving and operating

Hold the SPORT button depressed Sport mode 9 Warning for about 4 seconds. Control indicator v illuminates. ESPoff also appears in Suspension and steering become Do not let this special safety the service display. more direct and provide better feature tempt you into taking risks contact with the road surface. The when driving. 9 Warning engine reacts more quickly to Adapt speed to the road accelerator pedal movements. conditions. Do not deactivate ESP®Plus if a Automatic gear changing is also more run-flat tyre has lost pressure. responsive. Control indicator v 3 99. Control indicator IDS+ 3 100. ESP®Plus is reactivated by pressing Deactivation the SPORT button. ESPon appears in Activation the service display. ESP®Plus is also reactivated the next time the ignition is switched on. Sport mode 3 148.

Interactive driving system Interactive driving system (IDSPlus) combines the electronic stability program (ESP®Plus) with the antilock brake system (ABS) and continuous damping control (CDC) to improve

Plus driving dynamics and vehicle safety. ESP® can be deactivated when Press SPORT button. Sport mode is engaged for high- 1 3 performance driving: Control indicator 98. Driving and operating 149

Winter programme activation not Automatic level control Cruise control possible. The rear level of the vehicle is Deactivation automatically adjusted to the load The cruise control can store and conditions while driving. Suspension maintain speeds of approx. Briefly press the SPORT button. 30 to 200 km/h. Deviations from the Sport mode is deactivated the next and ground clearance are increased, which improves driving conditions. stored speeds may occur when time the ignition is switched on or if driving uphill or downhill. the Winter programme is activated. The automatic level control is activated after the vehicle has been For safety reasons the cruise control driven for some distance, depending cannot be activated until the foot Continuous damping on the vehicle loading and the road brake has been operated once. control conditions. Continuous damping control (CDC) Do not use full payload in the event of changes suspension with damping a fault. Have the cause of the fault adaptation of each shock absorber to remedied by a workshop. the current driving situation and road conditions. When Sport mode is engaged, the damping control is adapted to a sportier driving style. Control indicator IDS+ 3 100.

Do not use the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant speed. 150 Driving and operating

With automatic transmission or Reduce speed Object detection manual transmission automated, only With cruise control active, hold down activate cruise control in automatic button g or briefly press it repeatedly: systems mode. speed is reduced continuously or in Control indicator m 3 102. small increments. Parking assist When button g is released the current Activation speed is stored and maintained. Briefly press the m button: the current speed is stored and maintained. Deactivation Vehicle speed can be increased by Briefly press the § button: cruise depressing the accelerator pedal. control is deactivated. When the accelerator pedal is Automatic deactivation: released, the previously stored speed is resumed. ■ Vehicle speed below approx. 30 km/h The speed is saved until the ignition is switched off. ■ The brake pedal is depressed To resume the saved speed, briefly ■ The clutch pedal is depressed press the g button at a speed above ■ Selector lever in N. The parking assist makes parking 30 km/h. easier by measuring the distance between the vehicle and obstacles. It Increase speed is the driver, however, who bears full With cruise control active, hold down responsibility for parking. button m or briefly press it repeatedly: The system consists of four ultrasonic speed is increased continuously or in parking sensors in each of the front small increments. and rear bumpers. When button m is released the Control indicator r 3 98. current speed is stored and maintained. Driving and operating 151

Note Fuel Attached parts in the detection area 9 Warning cause system malfunction. Under certain circumstances, Fuel for petrol engines Activation various reflective surfaces on Only use unleaded fuel that complies objects or clothing as well as with European standard EN 228 or external noise sources may cause E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent. the system to fail to detect Your engine is capable to run with obstacles. E10 fuel that fulfills these standards. E10 fuel contains up to 10 % Deactivation bioethanol. Deactivate the system by pressing Use fuel with the recommended the r button. octane rating 3 215. Use of fuel with The system deactivates automatically too low an octane rating can reduce when reverse gear is disengaged. engine power and torque and slightly increases fuel consumption. Towing equipment The system automatically detects When reverse gear is engaged, the Caution factory-fitted towing equipment. system switches itself on automatically. When towing, plugging the trailer Do not use fuel or fuel additives cable into the socket automatically that contain metallic compounds The system can also be activated at switches the parking assist off. such as manganese-based low speed by pressing the r button. additives. This may cause engine An obstacle is indicated by buzzers. damage. The interval between the buzzers becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. When the distance is less than 30 cm, the buzzer is continuous. 152 Driving and operating

Caution Caution 9 Danger

Use of fuel that does not comply to Use of fuel that does not comply to Before refuelling, switch off engine EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or EN 590 or similar can lead to and any external heaters with equivalent can lead to deposits or engine powerloss, increased wear combustion chambers (identified engine damage and may affect or engine damage and may affect by sticker on fuel filler flap). Switch your warranty. your warranty. off any mobile phones. Follow the operating and safety Do not use marine diesel oils, heating Caution instructions of the filling station oils, Aquazole and similar diesel- when refuelling. water emulsions. Diesel fuels must Use of fuel with too low an octane not be diluted with fuels for petrol rating could lead to uncontrolled engines. 9 Danger combustion and engine damage. Fuel is flammable and explosive. Fuel for diesel engines Refuelling No smoking. No naked flames or Only use diesel fuel that complies sparks. with EN 590. If you can smell fuel in your In countries outside the European vehicle, have the cause of this Union use Euro-Diesel fuel with a remedied immediately by an sulfur concentration below 50 ppm. authorized dealer.

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In case of misfuelling, do not switch on ignition. Driving and operating 153

Fuel filler flap is located at right rear General information Caution side of vehicle. For the values specific for your The fuel filler flap can only be opened Wipe off any overflowing fuel vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of if the vehicle is unlocked. Pull flap at immediately. Conformity provided with your vehicle the recess and open. or other national registration To open, turn the cap slowly to the left To close, turn the fuel filler cap to the documents. right until it clicks. The determination of fuel Close the flap and let engage. consumption is regulated by directive R (EC) No. 715/2007 (in the newest Fuel filler cap version respectively). Only a genuine fuel filler cap provides The specification of CO2 emission is full functionality. Diesel-engined also a constituent of the directive. vehicles have special fuel filler caps. The figures given must not be taken as a guarantee for the actual fuel consumption of a particular vehicle. Fuel consumption - CO2- Furthermore, fuel consumption is Emissions dependent on personal driving style The fuel consumption is within a as well as road and traffic conditions. The fuel filler cap can be retained in range of 3.9 to 13.3 l/100 km. All values are based on the EU base the bracket on the fuel filler flap. The CO2 emission is within a range of model with standard equipment. For refuelling, fully insert the pump 119 to 228 g/km. The calculation of fuel consumption nozzle and switch it on. takes into account the vehicle's kerb weight, ascertained in accordance After automatic cut-off, it can be with the regulations. Optional topped up with max. two doses of fuel. equipment may result in slightly 154 Driving and operating higher fuel consumption and Towing Driving characteristics and CO2 emission levels and a lower maximum speed. towing tips General information Before attaching a trailer, lubricate Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball. However, do not do been approved for your vehicle. so if a stabiliser, which acts on the Entrust retrofitting of towing coupling ball, is being used to reduce equipment to a workshop. It may be snaking movements. necessary to make changes that For trailers with low driving stability affect the cooling system, heat and trailers with a permitted gross shields or other equipment. vehicle weight of more than 1300 kg Do not mount towing equipment to (Saloon) /1200 kg (Station wagon) a vehicles with Z 20 LEH engine. speed of 80 km/h must not be Fitting of towing equipment could exceeded; the use of a stabiliser is cover the opening of the towing eye. recommended. If this is the case use the coupling ball If the trailer starts snaking, drive more bar for towing. Always keep the slowly, do not attempt to correct the coupling ball bar in the vehicle. steering and brake sharply if Installation dimensions of factory- necessary. fitted towing equipment 3 250. When driving downhill, drive in the same gear as if driving uphill and drive at a similar speed. Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load 3 234. Driving and operating 155

Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the Trailer loads specified on the identification plate towing vehicle fully loaded, the 3 The permissible trailer loads are 211. permissible rear axle load (see vehicle and engine-dependent identification plate or vehicle maximum values which must not be Vertical coupling load documents) may be exceeded by exceeded. The actual trailer load is The vertical coupling load is the load 65 kg and the permissible gross the difference between the actual exerted by the trailer on the coupling vehicle weight by 45 kg for the gross weight of the trailer and the ball. It can be varied by changing the Saloon. For the Station wagon, the actual coupling socket load with the weight distribution when loading the permissible rear axle load may be trailer coupled. trailer. exceeded by 60 kg and the permissible gross vehicle weight by The permissible trailer loads are The maximum permissible vertical 30 kg. If the permissible rear axle load specified in the vehicle documents. In coupling load (75 kg) is specified on is exceeded, a maximum speed of general, they are valid for gradients the towing equipment identification 100 km/h applies. up to max. 12 %. plate and in the vehicle documents. Always aim for the maximum load, The permitted trailer load applies up especially in the case of heavy Towing equipment to the specified incline and up to an trailers. The vertical coupling load altitude of 1000 metres above sea should never fall below 25 kg. level. Since engine power decreases Caution as altitude increases due to the air becoming thinner, therefore reducing When operating without a trailer, climbing ability, the permissible gross remove the coupling ball bar. train weight also decreases by 10 % for every 1000 metres of additional altitude. The gross train weight does not have to be reduced when driving on roads with slight inclines (less than 8 %, e. g. motorways). 156 Driving and operating

Stowage of coupling ball bar Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar

In Saloons, the coupling ball bar is in Fold down the socket. Remove the a pouch, fastened in the load sealing plug from the hole for the ■ Red marking on rotary knob must compartment cargo box with a strap. coupling ball bar and stow it in the point towards white marking on In Station wagons, the coupling ball load compartment. coupling ball bar. bar is fastened with a strap in a ■ The gap between the rotary knob compartment in the spare wheel well and the coupling ball bar must be of the load compartment. approx. 4 millimetres. ■ Key must be at position c (1). Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must be tensioned before being inserted: ■ Unlock coupling ball bar by turning key to position c (1) Driving and operating 157

Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable in the opening and push firmly Attach break-away stopping cable to upwards until it audibly engages. eye. The rotary handle snaps back into its original position resting against the Check that the coupling ball bar is coupling ball bar without a gap. correctly installed ■ Green marking on rotary knob must 9 Warning point towards white marking on coupling ball bar. Do not touch rotary handle during ■ There must be no gap between the insertion. rotary handle and the coupling ball bar. ■ Pull out rotary knob and turn ■ The coupling ball bar must be firmly clockwise as far as it will go. engaged in the opening. Inserting the coupling ball bar ■ The coupling ball bar must be locked and the key removed.

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Towing a trailer is permitted only when a coupling ball bar is fitted correctly. If the coupling ball bar does not engage correctly, seek the assistance of a workshop. Lock the coupling ball bar by turning the key to position e (2). Remove the key and close the protective flap. 158 Driving and operating

Dismounting the coupling ball Trailer stability assist bar If the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking ceases. Trailer stability assistant (TSA) is a function of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®Plus) 3 147.

Open the protective flap and turn the key to position c (1) to unlock the coupling ball bar. Pull out rotary handle and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out coupling ball bar downwards. Insert sealing plug in opening. Fold away socket. Vehicle care 159

Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time The following must be done if the General Information ...... 159 modifications vehicle should be stored for several Vehicle checks ...... 160 We recommend using genuine parts months: and accessories and factory Bulb replacement ...... 166 ■ Wash and wax the vehicle. approved parts specific for your Electrical system ...... 181 vehicle type. We cannot assess or ■ Have the wax in the engine Vehicle tools ...... 187 guarantee reliability of other products compartment and underbody checked. Wheels and tyres ...... 188 - even if they have a regulatory or otherwise granted approval. ■ Clean and preserve rubber seals. Jump starting ...... 199 Do not make any modifications to the ■ Fill up fuel tank completely. Towing ...... 201 electrical system, e.g. changes of ■ Change engine oil. Appearance care ...... 203 electronic control units (chip tuning). ■ Drain washer fluid reservoir. Caution ■ Check coolant antifreeze. ■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value When transporting the vehicle on specified for full load. a train or on a recovery vehicle, the ■ Park vehicle in dry, well ventilated mud flaps might be damaged. place. Engage first or reverse gear or set selector lever to P. Prevent the vehicle from rolling. ■ Do not apply parking brake. 160 Vehicle care

■ Open bonnet, close all doors and End-of-life vehicle Vehicle checks lock the vehicle. recovery ■ Disconnect the clamp from the Performing work negative terminal of the vehicle Information about end-of-life vehicle battery. Be aware that all systems recovery centres and the recycling of are non-operational, e.g. the anti- end-of-life vehicles is available on our theft alarm system. website. Only entrust this work to an authorised recycling centre. Putting back into operation The following must be done if the vehicle is put back into operation: ■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Activate the electronics of the power windows. ■ Check tyre pressure. ■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir. 9 Warning ■ Check the engine oil level. Only perform engine compartment ■ Check the coolant level. checks when the ignition is off. ■ Fit the number plate if necessary. The cooling fan may start operating even if the ignition is off. Vehicle care 161

Pull the release lever and return it to Engine oil 9 Danger its original position. Check the engine oil level manually The ignition system and Xenon on a regular basis to prevent damage headlights use extremely high to the engine. Ensure that the correct voltage. Do not touch. specification of oil is used. Recommended fluids and lubricants The caps for topping up the engine oil, 3 207. the coolant, the washing fluid and the Check with the vehicle on a level oil dipstick handle are yellow for ease surface. The engine must be at of identification. operating temperature and switched off for at least 5 minutes. Bonnet Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull Opening it out and read the engine oil level. Lift the safety catch upwards and Insert the dipstick to the stop on the open the bonnet. handle and make half a turn. Air intake 3 131. Secure the bonnet support. Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder. Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch. Check that the bonnet is engaged. 162 Vehicle care

We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick.

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out.

Capacities 3 233. Different dipsticks are used When the engine oil level has Fit the cap on straight and tighten it. depending on engine variant. dropped to the MIN mark, top up engine oil. Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze protection down to approx. -28 °C.

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze. Vehicle care 163

Coolant level 9 Warning Washer fluid

Caution Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open Too low a coolant level can cause the cap, relieving the pressure engine damage. slowly.

Top up with antifreeze. If no antifreeze is available, use clean tap water or distilled water. Install the cap tightly. Have the antifreeze concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop. Fill with clean water mixed with a suitable quantity of windscreen washer fluid which contains antifreeze.

When the cooling system is cold, the Brakes coolant level should be just above the KALT/COLD mark. Top up if the level A squealing noise indicates that the is low. brake lining is at its minimum thickness. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining replaced as soon as possible. Once new brake linings are installed, do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys. 164 Vehicle care

Brake fluid Only use high-performance brake Ensure the ignition is switched off fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake before connecting or disconnecting 3 9 Warning and clutch fluid 164. the vehicle battery. Battery discharge protection 3 123. Brake fluid is poisonous and Battery Warning label corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, The vehicle battery is maintenance- skin, fabrics and painted surfaces. free provided that the driving profile allows sufficient charging of the battery. Short distance driving and frequent engine starts can discharge the battery. Avoid the use of unnecessary electrical consumers.

Meaning of symbols: Batteries do not belong in household The brake fluid level must be between waste. They must be disposed of at ■ No sparks, naked flames or the MIN and the MAX marks. an appropriate recycling collection smoking. When topping up, ensure maximum point. ■ Always shield eyes. Explosive cleanliness as contamination of the Laying up the vehicle for more than gases can cause blindness or brake fluid can lead to brake system 4 weeks can lead to battery injury. malfunctions. Have the cause of the discharge. Disconnect the clamp from ■ Keep the battery out of reach of loss of brake fluid remedied by a the negative terminal of the vehicle children. workshop. battery. Vehicle care 165

■ The battery contains sulfuric acid Wiper blade replacement Wiper blades on the windscreen which could cause blindness or serious burn injuries. Service setting for front ■ See the Owner’s Manual for further windscreen wipers information. ■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.

Diesel fuel system bleeding If the tank has been run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled. Switch on the ignition three times for Lift the wiper arm, tilt wiper blade at a 15 seconds at a time. Then crank the 90° to the wiper arm and remove to engine for a maximum of the side. 40 seconds. Repeat this process after no less than 5 seconds. If the engine Switch off the ignition but do not fails to start, seek the assistance of a remove ignition key or open driver's workshop. door. Within 4 seconds, push the wiper lever down and release as soon as the wipers are vertical. 166 Vehicle care

Wiper blade on the rear window Bulb replacement To replace bulbs on the right side of the engine compartment, detach the air hose from the air filter. On the left Switch off the ignition and switch off side, detach the plug to the fuse box. the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare Halogen headlights hands. Use only the same bulb type for replacement.

Lift the wiper arm. Disengage the wiper blade and remove.

Headlights have separate systems for high beam 1 (inner bulbs) and low beam 2 (outer bulbs). The bulbs of the front outer lights are Low beam replaced through openings in the front wheel housing: turn wheels in a 1. Replace bulbs through the way that allows access, release catch opening in the wheel housing. and remove cover. Vehicle care 167

5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure. 6. Rotate bulb carrier to the right as far as it will go. 7. Install protective cover. 8. Close the opening in the wheel housing with the cover. High beam 1. Access to the bulbs is through the 2. Remove protective cover 2. 4. Detach bulb from bulb holder and engine compartment. renew the bulb.

3. Rotate the bulb holder anti- 2. Remove protective cover 1. clockwise to disengage. Withdraw 3. Detach wiring plug from bulb. the bulb holder from the reflector. 168 Vehicle care

4. Disengage spring clip from 2. Remove protective cover 1. 4. Remove bulb from socket and retainer by pressing forward and renew the bulb. then swinging downwards. 5. Insert holder in reflector. Install 5. Withdraw the bulb from reflector the headlamp protective cover. housing. 6. When installing the new bulb, insert lugs in the reflector recesses and engage the spring clip. 7. Install the wiring plug onto bulb. 8. Install protective cover. Side lights 3. Withdraw parking light bulb holder 1. Access to the bulbs is through the from reflector. engine compartment. Vehicle care 169

Xenon headlights High beam 1. Replace bulbs through the openings in the wheel arches.

3. Rotate left bulb holder and disengage. Headlamps have separate systems for low beam 1 (inner bulbs) and high beam 2 (outer bulbs). 2. Remove protective cover. Low beam

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Low beam works under extremely high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. 4. Remove the bulb holder with bulb from the reflector. 170 Vehicle care

Side lights

5. Detach bulb from bulb holder. 3. Remove parking light socket from reflector. 6. Insert new bulb so that the two 1. Replace bulbs through the lugs on the bulb holder engage in openings in the wheel arches. the recesses in the reflector. 2. Remove main beam headlight 7. Rotate bulb holder to the right as protective cover. far as it will go. 8. Place protective cover in position and close. Vehicle care 171

4. Remove bulb from socket and Tail lights renew bulb. 5. Insert holder in reflector. Place Saloon 5-door protective cap in position and close.

Fog lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Front turn signal lights 1. Replace the bulbs through the 3. Push bulb slightly into the socket, opening in the wheel housing. rotate anti-clockwise, remove and renew bulb. 4. Insert bulb holder in the reflector, rotate clockwise and engage. 1. To change the bulbs on the right side, use a coin to open the lock and fold down the cover. To change bulbs on the left side, use a coin to turn both locks and fold down the cover 3 185. 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder.

2. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwise and disengage. 172 Vehicle care

4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear.

3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel 6. Remove and renew the bulb. bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. Reverse light (1) Vehicle tools 3 187. 5. Unscrew the three screws using a Turn signal light (2) screwdriver. Press the locking tabs on the outside of the bulb Reverse light/brake light (3) holder inwards and remove the Reverse light (4) bulb holder. Fog light, may be only on one side (5) 7. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing, ensuring that it properly engages. Vehicle care 173

Saloon 3-door

8. Ensure that the seals are applied 3. Loosen fastening nuts with wheel to the bulb holder and fixing bolt wrench and unscrew by hand. screws. 1. To change the bulbs, fold down Vehicle tools 3 187. the cover. 9. Insert the bulb housing in the body, engaging the lug and the 2. Detach plug connector from bulb ball pin in the recesses. Tighten holder. the fastening nuts using a wheel bolt wrench. Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the flap. 174 Vehicle care

4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear.

6. Remove and renew the bulb. 8. Ensure that the seals are applied Reverse light (1) to the bulb holder and fixing screws. 5. Remove seal from the fastening Turn signal light (2) bolt. Press the locking tabs on the 9. Insert the bulb housing in the outside of the bulb holder outward Reverse light/brake light (3) body, engaging the lug and the and remove the bulb holder. Reverse light (4) ball pin in the recesses. Tighten Fog light, may be only on one side the fastening nuts using a wheel (5) bolt wrench. Attach the plug connector. Close and engage the 7. Engage bulb holder in bulb flap. housing, ensuring that it properly engages. Vehicle care 175

Saloon 4-door 2. Release the bolts behind the cover using a conventional bolt wrench, and remove.

4. Press tail lights back, holding the bulb housing from the outside. 1. To replace bulbs, fold up cover in Remove plug from bulb carrier. load compartment after twisting the catch. 3. Unscrew the three screws with a screwdriver and remove the bulb holder. Vehicle tools 3 187. 176 Vehicle care

5. Press out six locking catches on 7. Engage bulb holder in bulb the bulb housing and remove bulb housing. Ensure the seal is carrier. applied correctly and the carrier has engaged properly. 8. Attach the plug connector. Place bulb housing in body, clipping the round- head bolts into the recesses. Attach bulb housing to the body with four screws. Close cover and lock. Station wagon, Van 2. Detach plug connector from bulb holder. 3. Loosen fastening nuts and 6. Remove and renew the bulb. remove the bulb housing Brake light (1) rearwards. Reverse light (2) Fog light, may be only on one side (3) Turn signal light (4) Reverse light (5)

1. Disengage cover by pressing retaining lugs and remove. Vehicle care 177

5. Remove and renew the bulb. 1. Unscrew retaining nuts. Reverse light/brake light (1) Turn signal light (2) Reverse light (3) Fog light, may be only on one side (4) 6. Engage bulb holder in bulb housing and screw in place. Insert the bulb housing into the body and tighten the fastening nuts by hand. 4. Unscrew the three screws with a Attach the plug connector. screwdriver and remove the bulb Close and engage the cover. 2. Remove bulb housing from holder. Vehicle tools 3 187. outside. Disengage plug by TwinTop pressing on flap and remove from bulb holder. 3. Detach seal from bulb holder. 178 Vehicle care

4. Disengage sockets by turning and 5. Remove and renew the bulb. 7. Fit seal on bulb holder. Ensure remove. Press locking tabs on the Reverse light/brake light (1) that the seal is flat in the area of long sides of the bulb holder the screws. Reverse light (2) outwards; lift bulb holder at front 8. Engage plug. Insert bulb housing end and remove. Fog light, may be only on one side in body, ensuring proper (3) positioning of the ball pins in the Reverse light (4) recesses. Tighten the retaining Turn signal light (5) nuts. 6. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing by first inserting the lug at the front Side turn signal lights of the plug. Fold together bulb Have the bulbs replaced by a holder, ensuring that it engages workshop. properly. Insert sockets and engage by turning. Vehicle care 179

Number plate light

2. Remove bulb housing 4. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwise downwards, taking care not to pull to disengage. 1. Insert a screwdriver in the on the cable. 5. Remove bulb from holder and housing, press to the side and 3. Lift flap and disconnect wiring renew bulb. release spring. plug from bulb holder. 6. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing and rotate clockwise. 7. Connect wiring plug to bulb holder. 8. Insert and engage bulb housing. 180 Vehicle care

Interior lights Glovebox light, load compartment light, foot well light Front courtesy light, reading lights

2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip and remove. 3. Insert new bulb. 1. Prise the lamp out with a screwdriver. 4. Install lamp. 1. Disengage lens, press it slightly downwards and remove at a Instrument panel downward angle. illumination 2. Remove bulb and renew. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. 3. Engage lens. Rear courtesy light and reading lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Vehicle care 181

Electrical system Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match data on the defective fuse. The vehicle has two fuse boxes: one behind a cover on the left side of the load compartment and one in the front left of the engine compartment. Store spare fuses in the load compartment fuse box version B. Open the cover 3 185. Before replacing a fuse, turn off the respective switch and the ignition. A blown fuse can be recognised by its melted wire. Do not replace the fuse until the cause of the fault has been remedied. Some functions are protected by several fuses. Fuses may also be inserted without existence of a function.

Fuse extractor A fuse extractor may be located in the fuse box in the load compartment. 182 Vehicle care

Engine compartment fuse box

Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and tilt it sideways. Open the cover upwards and remove. The fuse box has two different fuse assignments depending on the load compartment fuse box variant, 3 185. Vehicle care 183

Fuse assignments in No. Circuit No. Circuit conjunction with load compartment fuse box version A 12 Mobile telephone, Infotainment 27 Heating, air conditioning system system, display 28 – No. Circuit 13 Courtesy light 29 Power steering 1 ABS 14 Windscreen wiper 30 Engine electronics 2 ABS 15 Windscreen wiper 31 Rear window wiper 3 Interior fan climate control 16 Horn, ABS, brake light switch, system air conditioning system 32 Brake light switch 4 Interior fan, heating, air condi‐ 17 Diesel fuel filter or air condi‐ 33 Headlight range adjustment, tioning system tioning system light switch, clutch switch, instrument, driver's door 5 Radiator fan 18 Starter module 6 Radiator fan 19 – 34 Control unit, steering column module 7 Central locking system 20 Horn 35 Infotainment system 8 Windscreen washer system, 21 Engine electronics tailgate 36 Cigarette lighter, front power 22 Engine electronics 9 Heated rear window, heated outlet exterior mirror 23 Headlight range adjustment 10 Diagnostics plug 24 Fuel pump 11 Instruments 25 – 26 Engine electronics 184 Vehicle care

Fuse assignments in No. Circuit No. Circuit conjunction with load compartment fuse box version B 14 Windscreen wiper 29 Transmission electronics 15 Windscreen wiper 30 Engine electronics No. Circuit 16 Control module electronics, 31 Adaptive forward fighting, head‐ 1 ABS Open&Start system, ABS, light range adjustment brake light switch, TwinTop 2 ABS 32 Brake system, air conditioning 3 Interior fan electronic climate 17 Diesel fuel filter heating system, clutch switch control 18 Starter 33 Adaptive forward lighting, head‐ light range adjustment, light 4 Interior fan heating and air 19 Transmission electronics conditioning system switch 20 Air conditioning system 5 Radiator fan 34 Control unit, steering column 21 Engine electronics module 6 Radiator fan 22 Engine electronics 35 Infotainment system 7 Windscreen washer system 23 Adaptive forward lighting, head‐ 36 Mobile telephone, Infotainment 8 Horn light range adjustment system, display 9 Headlight washer system 24 Fuel pump 10 – 25 Transmission electronics 11 – 26 Engine electronics 12 – 27 Power steering 13 Fog light 28 Transmission electronics Vehicle care 185

Load compartment fuse Saloon 4-door box To open, twist catch anti-clockwise and fold down cover . TwinTop

No. Circuit 1 Fog light The fuse box is behind a cover. 2 – Do not store any objects behind the 3 Load compartment power outlet cover. To open, pull the two knobs, remove Depending on the equipment, there the clips and fold the cover upwards. 4 Reversing lights are two different fuse boxes. Fuse box version A 5 Rear power windows Saloon 5-door, Station wagon, To replace a fuse, remove the 6 Air conditioning system Van relevant protective cap. 7 Front power windows To open, turn both catches with a coin and fold down cover . 8 Heated exterior mirrors Saloon 3-door To open, fold the cover upwards. 186 Vehicle care

Fuse box version B No. Circuit No. Circuit 1 Front power windows 16 Seat occupancy recognition, Open&Start system 2 – 17 Rain sensor, tyre pressure 3 Instruments monitoring system, interior 4 Heating, air conditioning mirror system, electronic climate 18 Instruments, switches control 19 – 5 Airbags 20 CDC 6 – 21 Heated exterior mirrors 7 – 22 Sun roof 8 – 23 Rear power windows 9 – 24 Diagnostics plug 10 – 25 – 11 Heated rear window 26 Electrical foldable exterior 12 Rear window wiper mirrors 13 Parking assist 27 Ultrasonic sensor, anti-theft 14 Heating, air conditioning system alarm system 15 – 28 – Vehicle care 187

No. Circuit No. Circuit Vehicle tools 29 Cigarette lighter, front power 43 – outlet Tools 44 – 30 Rear power outlet Vehicles with tyre repair set The tool kit and tyre repair set are in 31 – a storage compartment below the 32 – floor cover in the load compartment. 33 Open&Start system Vehicles with spare wheel 34 Sun roof, TwinTop 35 Rear power outlet 36 Socket for towing equipment 37 – 38 Central locking system, terminal 30 39 Left seat heating 40 Right seat heating 41 – The jack and tool kit are in a stowage 42 – compartment in the boot below the spare wheel. Spare wheel 3 198 188 Vehicle care

TwinTop Wheels and tyres Astra OPC "Nürburgring The tools for emergency operation of Edition" with tyres 225/40 ZR 18 the convertible hardtop are stowed in This model is factory-fitted with high- the glove compartment. Tyre condition, wheel condition performance sports tyres, size Drive over edges slowly and at right 225/40 ZR 18. These tyres are angles if possible. Driving over sharp approved for use on public roads but edges can cause tyre and wheel have typical racing characteristics damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb and a correspondingly shallow tread. when parking. The tyres provide sportily oriented Regularly check the wheels for and experienced drivers with better damage. Seek the assistance of a performance at faster speeds on dry workshop in the event of damage or road surfaces but can cause the unusual wear. vehicle to break away without warning if this limit is exceeded. Avoid adopting a risky driving style because Tyres of this improved performance. In wet Tyres of size 225/45 R 17 are only conditions adapt your driving style permitted if the vehicle is equipped and speed to the shallow tread. with electronic stability program. Winter tyres Winter tyres improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should therefore be fitted on all wheels. Vehicle care 189

Tyres of size 185/65 R 15, Run-flat tyres Do not use a tyre repair kit. 195/60 R 15, 195/65 R 15 and Run-flat tyres have reinforced, self- The ECO tyre pressure must not be 205/55 R 16 can be used as winter used. tyres. supporting sidewalls, which ensure that the tyres always have a certain Run-flat tyres must not be combined Tyres of size 205/50 R17 must only amount of driveability, even when with standard tyres. be used as winter tyres. there is no pressure. If converting to standard tyres, note Tyres of size 215/45 R 17, that the vehicle is not equipped with a 1) Run-flat tyres are only permitted on 225/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 , vehicles with electronic stability spare wheel or tyre repair kit. 225/40 ZR18 and 235/35 R 19 must program and tyre pressure monitoring not be used as winter tyres. system or deflation detection system. Driving with a damaged tyre Saloon, Station wagon, Van: tyres of A loss in tyre pressure is indicated by size 215/45 R 17 are only approved Caution the tyre pressure monitoring system as winter tyres if the vehicle was or the deflation detection system. equipped with 18-inch wheels in the Check tyre pressures regularly If a tyre has no pressure, continued factory. even if run-flat tyres are fitted. driving is possible Winter tyres may only be used on the ■ at a speed of max. 80 km/h Astra OPC on special alloy wheels Depending on tyre manufacturer, run- approved by Opel. flat tyres can be identified from a ■ up to a distance of 80 km marking on the tyre wall. E.g. Run-flat winter tyres may only be 9 Warning used on factory approved alloy ROF = RunonFlat for Goodyear or wheels. SSR = Self Supporting Runflat Tyre The vehicle will be more difficult to In accordance with country-specific for Continental. steer and handle. Braking regulations, affix the speed sticker in distance will be longer. the driver's field of view. Use of run-flat tyres is only permitted in combination with factory approved Adapt driving style and speed to alloy wheels. the changed conditions.

1) Astra OPC: Permitted as winter tyres without tyre chains. 190 Vehicle care

Tyre designations On vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system, screw the adapter E.g. 195/65 R 15 91 H to the valve. 195 = Tyre width, mm Tyre pressure 3 234 and on the label 65 = Cross-section ratio (tyre on the inside of the fuel filler flap. height to tyre width), % R = Belt type: Radial The tyre pressure data refer to cold RF = Type: RunFlat tyres. It applies to summer and winter 15 = Wheel diameter, inches tyres. 91 = Load index e.g. 91 is Always inflate the spare wheel to the equivalent to 618 kg pressure specified for full load. H = Speed code letter The ECO tyre pressure serves to Speed code letter: Remove the valve cap key from the achieve the smallest amount of fuel fuel filler flap and use it to unscrew the consumption possible. It must not be Q = up to 160 km/h used with run-flat tyres. S = up to 180 km/h valve cap. T = up to 190 km/h Incorrect tyre pressures will impair H = up to 210 km/h safety, vehicle handling, comfort and V = up to 240 km/h fuel economy and will increase tyre W = up to 270 km/h wear. 9 Warning Tyre pressure Check the pressure of cold tyres at If the pressure is too low, this can least every 14 days and before any result in considerable tyre warm- long journey. Do not forget the spare up and internal damage, leading to wheel. This also applies to vehicles tread separation and even to tyre with tyre pressure monitoring. blow-out at high speeds. Vehicle care 191

Tyre pressure monitoring The use of commercially available Tyre deflation detection liquid tyre repair kits can impair the system function of the system. Factory system The tyre pressure monitoring system approved systems can be used. The tyre deflation detection system continually checks the pressure of all External high-power radio equipment continually checks the rotation speed four wheels when vehicle speed could disrupt the tyre pressure of all four tyres. exceeds a certain limit. monitoring system. If a tyre loses pressure the control All wheels must be equipped with indicator w illuminates red. Stop pressure sensors and the tyres must System initialisation immediately and check tyre pressure. have the prescribed pressure. Control indicator w 3 99. Otherwise, the tyre pressure will be monitored by the deflation detection System initialisation system 3 191. The current tyre pressures can be shown in the Info-Display 3 116. Vehicle messages, tyre pressure 3 111. Control indicator w 3 99. If a complete set of wheels without sensors is mounted (e.g. four winter tyres), no error message will be displayed. The tyre pressure After a wheel change, the system monitoring system is not operational. must be initialised: inflate the tyres to Retrofitting of sensors is possible. the prescribed pressure, switch on the ignition, press and hold the DDS After tyre pressure correction or button for approx. 4 seconds, control wheel change, the system must be w indicator flashes three times. initialised: Switch on the ignition, 192 Vehicle care press and hold the DDS button for indicators (TWI). Their position is approx. 4 seconds, control indicator indicated by markings on the 9 Warning w flashes three times. sidewall. Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels If there is more wear at the front than may lead to accidents and will Tread depth the rear, swap round front wheels and invalidate the vehicle type rear wheels periodically. Check tread depth at regular approval. intervals. Tyres age, even if they are not used. We recommend tyre replacement Wheel covers Tyres should be replaced for safety every 6 years. reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm Wheel covers and tyres that are (4 mm for winter tyres). factory approved for the respective Changing tyre and wheel vehicle and comply with all of the size relevant wheel and tyre combination requirements must be used. If tyres of a different size than those fitted at the factory are used, it may be If the wheel covers and tyres used are necessary to reprogram the not factory approved, the tyres must speedometer and make other vehicle not have a rim protection ridge. modifications. Wheel covers must not impair brake After converting to a different tyre cooling. size, have the label with tyre Remove the wheel covers if tyre pressures replaced. chains are to be installed.

The legally permissible minimum tread depth (1.6 mm) has been reached when the tread has worn down as far as one of the tread wear Vehicle care 193

Always use fine mesh chains that add Tyre repair kit 9 Warning no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain Minor damage to the tyre tread can be Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel lock). repaired with the tyre repair kit. covers could lead to sudden Do not remove foreign bodies from pressure loss and thereby 9 Warning the tyres. accidents. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that Damage may lead to tyre blowout. is near the rim cannot be repaired with Tyre chains the tyre repair kit. Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of size 185/65 R 15, 195/60 R 15, 9 Warning 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16 and 205/50 R17. Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres Do not use for a lengthy period. of size 225/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18, Steering and handling may be 225/40 ZR18 and 235/35 R 192). affected. Saloon, Station wagon, Van: tyre chains are only approved on tyres of If you have a flat tyre: size 215/45 R 17 if the vehicle was Apply parking brake and engage first equipped with 18-inch wheels in the gear, reverse gear or P. factory. Tyre chains are only permitted on the The use of tyre chains is not permitted front wheels. on the temporary spare wheel.

2) Just permitted with limitation steering angle. 194 Vehicle care

4. Screw the compressor air hose to the connection on the sealant bottle. 5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor. Set the compressor near the tyre in such a way that the sealant bottle is upright.

The tyre repair kit is in the stowage 3. Remove the electrical connection compartment under the floor cover in cable and air hose from the the load compartment. stowage compartments on the 1. Take the pouch with the tyre underside of the compressor. repair kit from the compartment. Carefully remove the components from the pouch. 2. Remove the compressor. 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. 7. Screw tyre inflation hose to valve. 8. The switch on the compressor must be set to §. Vehicle care 195

9. Connect the compressor plug to 12. All of the sealant is pumped into tyre is too badly damaged. Seek the accessory socket or cigarette the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated. the assistance of a workshop. lighter socket. Drain excess tyre pressure with To avoid discharging the battery, the button over the pressure we recommend running the indicator. engine. Do not run the compressor longer than 10 minutes. 14. 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 load compartment. 15. Remove any excess sealant 13. The prescribed tyre pressure using a cloth. should be obtained within 16. Take the label indicating 10 minutes. Tyre pressure maximum permitted speed from 3 234. When the correct pressure the sealant bottle and affix in the is obtained, switch off the 10. Set the rocker switch on the driver's field of view. compressor to I. The tyre is filled compressor. 17. Continue driving immediately so with sealant. If the prescribed tyre pressure is that sealant is evenly distributed not obtained within 10 minutes, 11. The compressor pressure gauge in the tyre. After driving approx. remove the tyre repair kit. Move briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst 10 km (but no more than the vehicle one tyre rotation. the sealant bottle is emptying 10 minutes), stop and check tyre Reattach the tyre repair kit and (approx. 30 seconds). Then the pressure. Screw compressor air continue the filling procedure for pressure starts to drop. hose directly onto tyre valve and 10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre compressor when doing this. pressure is still not obtained, the 196 Vehicle care

If tyre pressure is more than Replace the used sealant bottle. ■ On the Astra TwinTop, the roof 1.3 bar, set it to the correct value. Dispose of the bottle as prescribed must be closed before the vehicle Repeat the procedure until there by applicable laws. is raised. is no more loss of pressure. The compressor and sealant can be ■ Never change more than one wheel If the tyre pressure has fallen used from approx. -30 °C. at once. below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must The adapters supplied can be used ■ Use the jack only to change wheels not be used. Seek the assistance to pump up other items e.g. in case of puncture, not for of a workshop. footballs, air mattresses, inflatable seasonal winter or summer tyre 18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load dinghies etc. They are located on the change. compartment. underside of the compressor. To ■ If the ground on which the vehicle Note remove, screw on compressor air is standing is soft, a solid board The driving characteristics of the hose and withdraw adapter. (max. 1 cm thick) should be placed repaired tyre is severely affected, Wheel changing under the jack. therefore have this tyre replaced. ■ No people or animals may be in the Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle when it is jacked-up. If unusual noise is heard or the tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel compressor becomes hot, turn 3 193. ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up compressor off for at least 30 vehicle. minutes. Make the following preparations and observe the following information: ■ Do not start the vehicle when it is The built-in safety valve opens at a raised on the jack. pressure of 7 bar. ■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface. The front wheels ■ Before screwing in the wheel bolts, Note the expiry date of the kit. After must be in the straight-ahead clean them and lightly coat the this date its sealing capability is no position. taper of each wheel bolt with longer guaranteed. Pay attention to commercially available grease. storage information on sealant ■ Apply the parking brake and bottle. engage first gear, reverse gear or P. ■ Remove the spare wheel 3 198. Vehicle care 197

3. Ensure the jack is positioned correctly with the vehicle jacking points.

1. Pull off the wheel cover with the 2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring hook. Vehicle tools 3 187. that it locates securely and slacken each bolt by half a turn. For wheel covers with visible wheel bolts: The cover can remain 4. Set the jack to the necessary on the wheel. Do not remove the height before positioning it directly retaining rings on the wheel bolts. below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel slipping. bolt caps with a screwdriver and remove. To protect the wheel, Attach jack handle and with the place a soft cloth between the jack correctly aligned rotate screwdriver and the alloy wheel. handle until wheel is clear of the ground. 5. Unscrew the wheel bolts. 6. Change the wheel. 7. Screw in the wheel bolts. 198 Vehicle care

8. Lower vehicle. The spare wheel can be classified as The spare wheel well is not designed 9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring a temporary spare wheel depending for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel that it locates securely and tighten on the size compared to the other wider than the spare must be stowed each bolt in a crosswise mounted wheels and country in the spare wheel well after changing sequence. Tightening torque is regulations. wheels, the floor cover can be placed 110 Nm. The spare wheel has a steel rim. on the projecting wheel. 10. Align the valve hole in the wheel Use of a spare wheel that is smaller This must be taken into consideration cover with the tyre valve before than the other wheels or together with when the load compartment is being installing. winter tyres could affect driveability. loaded, particularly with the Astra TwinTop 3 41. Install wheel nut caps. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. 11. Stow the replaced wheel 3 193 Station wagon and the vehicle tools 3 187. 12. Check the tyre pressure of the installed tyre and also the wheel bolt torque as soon as possible. Have the defective tyre renewed or repaired.

Spare wheel Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel. The spare wheel is in the load compartment beneath the floor Take adapter and hooks from the rails covering. It is secured in the recess in the load compartment walls. Raise with a wing nut. the rear lashing eyes and lift the floor cover to the vertical position so that it Vehicle care 199 rests on the roof lining. When closing, Tyre chains 3 193. Jump starting guide the lashing eyes through the slots in the floor cover. Vehicles with Directional tyres Do not start with quick charger. cargo box: removal 3 75. Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling A vehicle with a discharged battery TwinTop direction is indicated by a symbol can be started using jump leads and Accessing the spare wheel when the (e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall. the battery of another vehicle. roof is open: Engage load The following applies to tyres fitted 9 compartment cover on the rear opposing the rolling direction: Warning window frame and activate the loading aid 3 77. Raise the floor cover ■ Driveability may be affected. Have Be extremely careful when starting in the load compartment. the defective tyre renewed or with jump leads. Any deviation repaired as soon as possible. from the following instructions can Temporary spare wheel ■ Drive particularly carefully on wet lead to injuries or damage caused Use of the temporary spare wheel and snow-covered road surfaces. by battery explosion or damage to could affect driveability. Have the the electrical systems of both defective tyre renewed or repaired as vehicles. soon as possible. Only mount one temporary spare 9 Warning wheel. Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not Avoid contact with eyes, skin, use for a long period of time. fabrics, and painted surfaces. The The use of the temporary spare wheel fluid contains sulphuric acid which on the rear axle is not permitted while can cause injuries and damage in towing another vehicle. Therefore the event of direct contact. mount the temporary spare wheel on the front axle and a full-size tyre on the rear axle. 200 Vehicle care

■ Never expose the battery to naked ■ The vehicles must not come into 3. Connect the black lead to the flames or sparks. contact with each other during the negative terminal of the booster ■ A discharged battery can already jump starting process. battery. freeze at temperatures of 0 °C. ■ Apply the parking brake, 4. Connect the other end of the black Defrost the frozen battery before transmission in neutral, automatic lead to a vehicle grounding point, connecting jump leads. transmission in P. such as the engine block or an ■ Wear eye protection and protective engine mounting bolt. Connect as clothing when handling a battery. far away from the discharged battery as possible, however at ■ Use a booster battery with the least 60 cm. same voltage (12 Volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be much Route the leads so that they cannot less than that of the discharged catch on rotating parts in the engine battery. compartment. ■ Use jump leads with insulated To start the engine: terminals and a cross section of at 1. Start the engine of the vehicle least 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for diesel providing the jump. engines). 2. After 5 minutes, start the other ■ Do not disconnect the discharged engine. Start attempts should be battery from the vehicle. Lead connection order: made for no longer than ■ Switch off all unnecessary electrical 1. Connect the red lead to the 15 seconds at an interval of consumers. positive terminal of the booster 1 minute. ■ Do not lean over the battery during battery. 3. Allow both engines to idle for jump starting. 2. Connect the other end of the red approx. 3 minutes with the leads connected. ■ Do not allow the terminals of one lead to the positive terminal of the lead to touch those of the other discharged battery. lead. Vehicle care 201

4. Switch on electrical consumers Towing (e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving the jump start. Towing the vehicle 5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow Disengage the cover at the bottom rod – to the towing eye. and remove downwards. The towing eye must only be used for The towing eye is stowed with the towing and not recovering the vehicle. vehicle tools 3 187. Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock and to permit operation of brake lights, horn and windscreen wiper. Open&Start system 3 22. Transmission in neutral. Switch on the hazard warning flashers on both vehicles. 202 Vehicle care

Towing another vehicle For other models unclip locking tabs Caution downward and pull off the cover upwards. Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can The towing eye is stowed with the damage the vehicle. vehicle tools 3 187.

When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation and close the windows. Vehicles with automatic transmission Disengage cap at bottom and remove must be towed facing forwards, not downwards. faster than 80 km/h nor further than 100 km. In all other cases and when the transmission is defective, the front Screw in the towing eye as far as it will axle must be raised off the ground. go until it stops in a horizontal Seek the assistance of a workshop. position. Manual transmission automated The lashing eye at the rear 3 142. underneath the vehicle must never be After towing, unscrew the towing eye used as a towing eye. and refit the cover. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow rod – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing and not recovering a vehicle. Vehicle care 203

Appearance care If using a car wash, comply with the Caution car wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wipers and rear Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Exterior care window wiper must be switched off. Excessive tractive force can Remove antenna and external damage the vehicle. Locks accessories such as roof racks etc. The locks are lubricated at the factory After towing, unscrew the towing eye using a high quality lock cylinder If you wash your vehicle by hand, and refit the cover. grease. Use de-icing agent only when make sure that the insides of the absolutely necessary, as this has a wheel housings are also thoroughly Version with cover: install by inserting rinsed out. the bottom lugs of the cover in the degreasing effect and impairs lock bumper, folding and then press the function. After using de-icing agent, Clean edges and folds on opened lugs at the top into place. have the locks regreased by a doors and the bonnet as well as the workshop. areas they cover.

Washing Caution The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to environmental influences. Always use a cleaning agent with Wash and wax your vehicle regularly. a pH value of 4 to 9. When using automatic car washes, Do not use cleaning agents on hot select a programme that includes surfaces. waxing. Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, Do not clean the engine compartment pollen and the like should be cleaned with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet off immediately, as they contain cleaner. aggressive constituents which can cause paint damage. 204 Vehicle care

Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the Windows and windscreen wiper Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use blades cleaner. separate leathers for painted and Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois Rims are painted and can be treated glass surfaces: remnants of wax on leather together with window cleaner with the same agents as the body. the windows will impair vision. and insect remover. Do not use hard objects to remove When cleaning the rear window, Paintwork damage spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on make sure the heating element inside Rectify minor paintwork damage with painted surfaces. is not damaged. a touch-up pen before rust forms. Have more extensive damage or rust Exterior lights For mechanical removal of ice, use a areas repaired by a workshop. Headlight and other light covers are sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the made of plastic. Do not use any scraper firmly against the glass so Underbody abrasive or caustic agents, do not use that no dirt can get under it and Some areas of the vehicle underbody an ice scraper, and do not clean them scratch the glass. have a PVC undercoating while other dry. Clean smearing wiper blades with a critical areas have a durable soft cloth and window cleaner. protective wax coating. Polishing and waxing After the underbody is washed, check Wax the vehicle regularly (at the Sun roof the underbody and have it waxed if latest when water no longer beads). Never clean with solvents or abrasive necessary. Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out. agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g. Bitumen/rubber materials could Polishing is necessary only if the paint paint cleaner, acetone-containing solutions etc.), acidic or highly damage the PVC coating. Have has become dull or if solid deposits underbody work carried out by a have become attached to it. alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do not apply wax or polishing agents to workshop. Paintwork polish with silicone forms a the middle part of the sun roof. Before and after winter, wash the protective film, making waxing underbody and have the protective unnecessary. Wheels and tyres wax coating checked. Plastic body parts must not be treated Do not use high-pressure jet with wax or polishing agents. cleaners. Vehicle care 205

Engine compartment windscreen frame, with the special The instrument panel should only be Areas of the engine compartment that maintenance kit (available at your cleaned using a soft damp cloth. are painted in the same colour as the Opel Service Partner) from time to Clean fabric upholstery with a vehicle must be looked after like any time. Good contact between the fine vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove other painted surface. rubber lips and the sealing surfaces stains with an upholstery cleaner. prevents leaks and reduces clamping It is advisable to wash the engine forces. Clothing fabrics may not be compartment before and after winter colourfast. This could cause visible and preserve it with wax. Protect the Intermediate roof position for cleaning discolourations, especially on light- alternator and brake fluid reservoir 3 41. coloured upholstery. Removable with plastic sheets before washing Do not use high-pressure jet stains and discolourations should be the engine. cleaners. cleaned as soon as possible. When washing the engine with a Clean seat belts with lukewarm water steam-jet cleaner, do not direct the Towing equipment or interior cleaner. steam jet towards components of the Do not clean the coupling ball bar with antilock brake system, air a steam-jet or high-pressure jet Caution conditioning system or the belt drive cleaner. and its components. Close Velcro fasteners as open After an engine wash, have all engine Interior care Velcro fasteners on clothing could room components preserved damage seat upholstery. thoroughly by a workshop using Interior and upholstery protective wax. Only clean the vehicle interior, Plastic and rubber parts Do not use high-pressure jet including the instrument panel fascia Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaners. and panelling, with a dry cloth or cleaned with the same cleaner as interior cleaner. used to clean the body. Use interior TwinTop Clean the leather upholstery with cleaner if necessary. Do not use any Clean all seals with a damp soft lint- clear water and a soft cloth. In case of other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol free cloth. Allow to dry completely. heavy soiling, use leather care. in particular. Do not use high- Treat all seals, e. g. on the roof and pressure jet cleaners. 206 Service and maintenance

General information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Service and Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, maintenance Service information Switzerland, United Kingdom. Service display 3 94. In order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to International service intervals General information ...... 206 maintain the value of your vehicle, it Service is due every 15.000 km or is of vital importance that all Recommended fluids, lubricants 1 year, whichever occurs first. and parts ...... 207 maintenance work is carried out at the proper intervals as specified. The international service intervals are valid for the countries which are not The detailed, up-to-date service listed at the european service schedule for your vehicle is available intervals. at the workshop. Service display 3 94. Service display 3 94. European service intervals Confirmations Confirmation of service is recorded in Service is due every 30.000 km or the Service and Warranty Booklet. 1 year, whichever occurs first. The date and mileage is completed The European schedule is valid for with the stamp and signature of the the following countries: servicing workshop. Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia- Make sure that the Service and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Warranty Booklet is completed Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, correctly as continuous proof of Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, service is essential if any warranty or Greece, Greenland, Hungary, goodwill claims are to be met, and is Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, also a benefit when selling the Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, vehicle. Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Service and maintenance 207

Fixed service interval Display of remaining distance: Recommended fluids, When service is due, InSP appears in 1. Switch off ignition. lubricants and parts the service display for approx. 2. Briefly press the trip odometer 10 seconds when the ignition is reset button. The odometer Recommended fluids and switched on. Have the next service reading is shown. performed by a workshop within lubricants 3. Press and hold the reset button for one week or 500 km (whichever Only use products that meet the occurs first). about 2 seconds. InSP and the remaining distance are displayed. recommended specifications. Service display 3 94. Damage resulting from the use of Service display 3 94. products not in line with these Flexible service interval specifiations will not be covered by The service interval is based on the warranty. several parameters depending on usage and is calculated using these 9 Warning parameters. If the remaining distance is less than Operating materials are 1500 km, InSP is displayed with a hazardous and could be remaining distance of 1000 km when poisonous. Handle with care. Pay the ignition is switched on and off. If attention to information given on less than 1000 km remain, InSP is the containers. displayed for several seconds. Have the next service performed by a Engine oil workshop within one week or Engine oil is identified by its quality 500 km (whichever occurs first). and its viscosity. Quality is more important than viscosity when selecting which engine oil to use. The oil quality ensures e.g. engine cleanliness, wear protection and oil 208 Service and maintenance aging control, whereas viscosity Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze grade gives information on the oil's based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant thickness over a temperature range. minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze. 3 212. Dexos is the newest engine oil quality The system is factory filled with that provides optimum protection for Additional engine oil additives coolant designed for excellent gasoline and diesel engines. If it is The use of additional engine oil corrosion protection and frost unavailable, engine oils of other listed protection down to approx. -28 °C. qualities have to be used. additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty. This concentration should be Recommendations for gasoline maintained all year round. The use of engines are also valid for Engine oil viscosity grades additional coolant additives that Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), The SAE viscosity grade gives intend to give additional corrosion Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and information of the thickness of the oil. protection or seal against minor leaks Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines. can cause function problems. Liability Multigrade oil is indicated by two Select the appropriate engine oil for consequences resulting from the figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first based on its quality and on the use of additional coolant additives will figure, followed by a W, indicates the minimum ambient temperature be rejected. low temperature viscosity and the 3 212. second figure the high temperature Brake and clutch fluid viscosity. Topping up engine oil Only use high-performance brake Engine oils of different manufacturers Select the appropriate viscosity grade fluid approved for the vehicle, consult and brands can be mixed as long as depending on the minimum ambient a workshop. temperature 3 212. they comply with the required engine Over time, brake fluid absorbs oil quality and viscosity. All of the recommended viscosity moisture which will reduce braking Use of engine oil with only grades are suitable for high ambient effectiveness. The brake fluid should ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is temperatures. therefore be replaced at the specified prohibited, since it can cause long- interval. term engine damage under certain operating conditions. Service and maintenance 209

Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water absorption. Ensure brake fluid does not become contaminated. 210 Technical data

Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Vehicle identification ...... 210 Number Vehicle data ...... 212

The Vehicle Identification Number may be embossed on the instrument panel visible through the windscreen.

The Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover. Technical data 211

Identification plate Information on identification plate: Specifications in the vehicle 1 = Manufacturer documents always have priority over 2 = Type approval number those given in this manual. 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg 5 = Permissible gross train weight in kg 6 = Maximum permissible front axle load in kg 7 = Maximum permissible rear axle load in kg 8 = Vehicle-specific or country- specific data The identification plate is located on The combined total of front and rear the front right door frame. axle loads must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight. For example, if the front axle is bearing its maximum permissible load, the rear axle can only bear a load that is equal to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load. The technical data is determined in accordance with European Community standards. We reserve the right to make modifications. 212 Technical data

Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 – – ✔ – dexos 2 ✔ ✔ – ✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use max. 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change. Engine oil viscosity grades All European countries and Israel (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40 Technical data 213

International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔ – – – dexos 2 – ✔ ✔ ✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below: All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) GM-LL-A-025 ✔ – ✔ – GM-LL-B-025 – ✔ – ✔ 214 Technical data

All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ API SM ✔ – ✔ – API SN resource conserving ✔ – ✔ –

Engine oil viscosity grades All countries outside Europe (except Israel), including Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40 down to -20 °C SAE 10W-301) or SAE 10W-401)

1) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended. Technical data 215

Engine data Sales designation 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.8 Z 12 XEP Z 14 XEP Z 16 XER, Z 16 LET, Z 18 XER, Engine identifier code A 16 XER A 16 LET A 18 XER Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm3] 1229 1364 1598 1598 1796 Engine power [kW] 59 66 85 132 103 at rpm 5600 5600 6000 5500 6300 Torque [Nm] 110 125 155 230 175 at rpm 4000 4000 4000 1980-5500 3800 Fuel type Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol Octane rating RON recommended 95 95 95 95 95 possible 98 98 98 98 98 possible 91 91 91 – 91 Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 216 Technical data

Sales designation 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo 1.3 CDTI 1.7 CDTI 1.7 Z 17 DTJ, Engine identifier code Z 20 LER Z 20 LEH Z 13 DTH Z 17 DTH A 17 DTJ Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm3] 1998 1998 1248 1686 1686 Engine power [kW] 147 177 66 74 81 at rpm 5400 5600 4000 4400 3800 Torque [Nm] 262 320 200 240 260 at rpm 4200 2400-5000 1750-2500 2300 2300 Fuel type Petrol Petrol Diesel Diesel Diesel Octane rating RON recommended 95 98 possible 98 95 possible 912) 91 Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6

2) Possible only if high engine load, full load or driving in mountainous terrain with a caravan/trailer or high payload is avoided. Technical data 217

Sales designation 1.7 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI 1.9 CDTI Z 17 DTR, Engine identifier code A 17 DTR Z 19 DTL Z 19 DT Z 19 DTH Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm3] 1686 1910 1910 1910 Engine power [kW] 92 74 88 110 at rpm 4000 3500 3500 4000 Torque [Nm] 280 260 280 320 at rpm 2300 1700-2500 2000-2750 2000-2750 Fuel type Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 218 Technical data

Performance Saloon 5-door Z16XER, Engine Z12XEP Z14XEP A16XER Z16LET Z18XER Maximum speed3) [km/h] Manual transmission 171 178 191 221 208 Manual transmission automated – 176 192 – – Automatic transmission – – – – 188

Engine Z20LER Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Z17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 230 172 180 185 / 1884) 195 Manual transmission automated – 171 – – – Automatic transmission – – – – –

3) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle. 4) For model with pollutant reduction. Technical data 219

Engine A17DTJ A17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 186 195 180 194 208 Manual transmission automated – – – – – Automatic transmission – – – 188 –

Saloon 3-door Z16XER, Z16LET, Z18XER, Engine Z14XEP A16XER A16LET A18XER Z20LER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 180 193 223 210 234 Manual transmission automated 178 194 – – – Automatic transmission – – – 190 – 220 Technical data

Z17DTR, Engine Z20LEH Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ A17DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 244 174 182 187 / 188 197 Manual transmission automated – 174 – – – Automatic transmission – – – – –

Engine A17DTJ Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 188 182 196 210 Manual transmission automated – – – – Automatic transmission – – 190 – Technical data 221

Saloon 4-door Z16XER, Z18XER, Engine A16XER A18XER Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 191 207 172 180 188 Manual transmission automated 192 – – – – Automatic transmission – 188 – – –

Station wagon Z16XER, Z16LET, Z18XER, Engine Z14XEP A16XER A16LET A18XER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 178 191 221 207 Manual transmission automated – 192 – – Automatic transmission – – – 188 222 Technical data

Engine Z20LER Z13DTH A17DTJ Z17DTH Z17DTJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 230 172 185 180 185 / 188 Manual transmission automated – – – – – Automatic transmission – – – – –

Z17DTR, Engine A17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 195 180 193 207 Manual transmission automated – – – – Automatic transmission – – 187 –

Van Engine Z14XEP Z13DTH Z17DTH Z17DTJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 178 172 180 185 Manual transmission automated – – – – Automatic transmission – – – – Technical data 223

Engine Z17DTR Z19DTL Z19DT Z19DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 195 180 193 207 Manual transmission automated – – – – Automatic transmission – – 187 –

TwinTop Z16XER, Z16LET, Engine A16XER Z16XEP A16LET Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 192 192 228 Manual transmission automated – – Automatic transmission – – – 224 Technical data

A18XER Engine Z18XER Z19DTH Z20LER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 209 213 237 Manual transmission automated – – – Automatic transmission 189 – – Technical data 225

Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon, 5-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning Z12XEP 1240/1260 –/– –/– [kg] Z14XEP 1240/1260 1240/1260 –/– Z16XER 1270/1290 1270/1290 –/– Z16LET –/1355 –/– –/– Z18XER 1278/1298 –/– 1278/1298 Z20LER –/1385 –/– –/– Z13DTH 1340/1355 1340/1355 –/– A17DTJ, A17DTR 1385/1400 –/– –/– Z17DTH 1365/1380 –/– –/– Z17DTJ, Z17DTR 1385/1400 –/– –/– Z19DTL 1395/1410 –/– –/– Z19DT 1395/1410 –/– 1425/1440 (1393/1408) 5) Z19DTH 1393/1408 –/– –/–

5) Reduced-weight, country-specific models. 226 Technical data

Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon, 3-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning Z14XEP 1220/1240 1220/1240 –/– [kg] Z16XER 1250/1270 1250/1270 –/– Z16LET –/1335 –/– –/– Z18XER 1265/1285 –/– 1278/1298 Z20LER –/1365 –/– –/– Z20LEH –/1393 –/– –/– Z13DTH 1278/1293 1278/1293 –/– A17DTJ, A17DTR 1365/1380 –/– –/– Z17DTH 1345/1360 –/– –/– Z17DTJ, Z17DTR 1365/1380 –/– –/– Z19DTL 1375/1390 –/– –/– Z19DT –/– –/– 1393/1408 Z19DTH 1390/1405 –/– –/– Technical data 227

Kerb weight, basic model, Saloon 4-door Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning Z16XER 1278/1296 1278/1296 –/– [kg] Z18XER 1278/1296 –/– 1349/1367 Z13DTH 1365/1383 –/– –/– Z17DTH, Z17DTJ 1386/1404 –/– –/– 228 Technical data

Kerb weight, basic model, Station wagon Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning Z14XEP 1278/1298 –/– –/– [kg] Z16XER 1278/1298 1278/1298 –/– Z16LET –/1395 –/– –/– Z18XER 1278/1298 –/– 1350/1370 Z20LER –/1393 –/– –/– Z13DTH 1380/1395 –/– –/– A17DTJ, A17DTR 1393/1408 –/– –/– Z17DTH 1393/1408 –/– –/– Z17DTJ, Z17DTR 1393/1408 –/– –/– Z19DTL 1393/1408 –/– –/– Z19DT 1393/1408 –/– 1465/1480 Z19DTH 1393/1408 –/– –/– Technical data 229

Kerb weight, basic model, Van Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission Automatic transmission automated without/with air conditioning Z14XEP 1235/1250 –/– –/– [kg] Z13DTH 1335/1350 –/– –/– Z17DTH 1365/1380 –/– –/– Z17DTJ, Z17DTR 1385/1400 –/– –/– Z19DT 1385/1400 –/– 1420/1435 Z19DTL 1385/1400 –/– –/– Z19DTH 1395/1410 –/– –/–

Kerb weight, basic model, TwinTop Astra Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning Z16XER 1495/1515 –/– –/– [kg] Z16LET –/1575 –/– –/– Z18XER 1500/1520 –/– 1503/1523 Z20LER –/1605 –/– –/– Z19DTH 1613/1628 –/– –/– 230 Technical data

Additional weight, Saloon 3-door / 5-door, Station wagon Engine Z14XEP, Z16XER, Z16LET, Z18XER Z13DTH, A17DTJ, A17DTR, Z17DTH Z17DTJ, Z17DTR Edition/Enjoy [kg] 2.9 2.9 2.9 Cosmo [kg] 12 12 12 Sport [kg] 24.5 24.5 24.5

Engine Z20LER Z19DTL, Z19DT Z19DTH Edition/Enjoy [kg] – 2.9 2.9 Cosmo [kg] – 12 12 Sport [kg] 12.6 12.6 12.66)

Additional weight, Saloon 4-door Engine Z16XER, Z18XER, Z13DTH, Z17DTH Edition/Enjoy [kg] 8.7 Cosmo [kg] 16

6) On Station wagon: 24.5 Technical data 231

Additional weight, Van Engine Z14XEP, Z13DTH A17DTJ, A17DTR, Z17DTH, Z17DTJ, Z17DTR, Z19DTL, Z19DT, Z19DTH Edition/Enjoy [kg] – – Cosmo [kg] – – Sport [kg] 19.3 10.5

Heavy accessories Accessories Sun roof Towing equipment Split rear seat backrest Headlamp washer system Weight [kg] 23 (not on Saloon 4-door) 21 (not on TwinTop) 20 (Station wagon) 2 (Saloon 4-door / 5-door) 17 (Saloon 4-door) 26 (TwinTop) 9 (Saloon 3-door / 5-door)

Vehicle dimensions Saloon 5-door Saloon 3-door Saloon 4-door Station wagon Van TwinTop Length [mm] 4249 4290 4587 4515 4515 4476 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1753 1753 1753 1753 1753 1759 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2032 2032 2033 2032 2032 2021 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1460 1435 1458 1500 1500 1411 Length of load compartment floor [mm] 819 819 905 1085 1825 805 232 Technical data

Saloon 5-door Saloon 3-door Saloon 4-door Station wagon Van TwinTop Load compartment width [mm] 944 944 1027 1088 1103 734 Height of load compartment opening [mm] 614 555 – 766 775 – Wheelbase [mm] 2614 2614 2703 2703 2703 2614 Turning circle diameter [m] 11.20 11.20 11.50 11.50 11.50 11.20 Technical data 233

Capacities Engine oil Engine Z12XEP, Z16XER, Z20LER Z13DTH Z20LEH, Z17DTJ, Z19 DTL, Z14XEP Z16LET, Z17DTH Z17DTR, Z19DT, Z18XER, A17DTR, Z19DTH A16XER, A17DTJ A16LET, A18XER including Filter [l] 3.5 4.5 4.25 3.2 5.0 5.4 4.3 between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0

Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l] 52 234 Technical data

Tyre pressures Saloon 3-door / 5-door Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z12XEP 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 205/55 R 16 Z14XEP 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 205/55 R 16 Technical data 235

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 Z16LET 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 225/40 R 18 236 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 Z20LER 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 225/40 R 18 Technical data 237

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z20LEH 205/50 R 177), 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/40 ZR 18, 235/35 ZR 19, 225/45 R 177)8) 225/40 R 18 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 (35) – – 280/2.8 (41) 320/3.2 (46) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16

7) Only permitted as winter tyres. 8) To guarantee a correct speed display, the electronic speedometer must be reprogrammed. 238 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z17DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 A17DTJ 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 A17DTR 205/55 R 16 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Technical data 239

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z17DTJ 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Z17DTR 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Z17DTJ9) 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16

9) Model with pollutant reduction. 240 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z19DTL, 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) Z19DT, 225/45 R 17 Z19DTH 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 225/40 R 18 all Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) wheel

Saloon 4-door Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER, 195/65 R 15, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) – – 230/2.3 (33) 280/2.8 (41) Z18XER 205/55 R 16 215/45 R 17 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) – – 250/2.5 (36) 320/3.2 (46) Technical data 241

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH, 195/65 R 15, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) – – 230/2.3 (33) 280/2.8 (41) Z17DTH 205/55 R 16 215/45 R 17 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) – – 250/2.5 (36) 320/3.2 (46) all Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) wheel

Station wagon Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z14XEP 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 260/2.6 (38) 205/55 R 16 242 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 260/2.6 (38) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 Z16LET 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 225/40 R 18 Technical data 243

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 215/45 R 17, 225/40 R 18 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 260/2.6 (38) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 Z20LER 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 225/40 R 18 244 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16 Z17DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 A17DTJ 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Technical data 245

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) A17DTR 205/55 R 16 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Z17DTJ, 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) Z17DTR 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Z17DTJ9) 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15, 195/65 R 15, 205/55 R 16

9) Model with pollutant reduction. 246 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z19DTL, 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) Z19DT, 225/45 R 17 Z19DTH 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 225/40 R 18 all Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) wheel

Van Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z14XEP 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 200/2.0 (29) 200/2.0 (29) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 210/2.1 (30) 260/2.6 (38) 205/55 R 16 Technical data 247

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z13DTH 185/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 195/60 R 15 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16 Z17DTH 195/65 R 15, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) 205/55 R 16, 225/45 R 17 215/45 R 17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/40 R 18 Z17DTJ, 195/65 R 15, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) Z17DTR 205/55 R 16 Z19DTL, 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.9 (42) Z19DT, 225/45 R 17 Z19DTH 215/45 R 17, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (45) 248 Technical data

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) 225/40 R 18 all Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) wheel

TwinTop Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z16XER 225/40 R 18 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 205/55 R 16, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38) 225/45 R 17 Z16LET 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 225/45 R 17 225/40 R 18 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) Technical data 249

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar](psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) [kPa/bar] (psi) Z18XER 205/55 R 16, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38) 225/45 R 17 225/40 R 18 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) Z19DTH 205/55 R 16, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) – – 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 225/45 R 17 225/40 R 18 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) Z20LER 205/55 R 16, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 225/45 R 17 225/40 R 18 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 (35) – – 270/2.7 (39) 310/3.1 (45) all Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) wheel 250 Technical data

Towing hitch installation dimensions Saloon Technical data 251

Station wagon, Van 252 Technical data

TwinTop Customer information 253

Vehicle data recording ■ Vehicle reactions in particular Customer information driving situations (e.g. inflation of and privacy an airbag, activation of the stability regulation system) Vehicle data recording and Event data recorders ■ Environmental conditions (e.g. privacy ...... 253 temperature) Data storage modules in the vehicle These data are exclusively technical and help identifying and correcting A large number of electronic errors as well as optimizing vehicle components of your vehicle contain functions. data storage modules temporarily or permanently storing technical data Motion profiles indicating travelled about the condition of the vehicle, routes cannot be created with these events and errors. In general, this data. technical information documents the If services are used (e.g. repair condition of parts, modules, systems works, service processes, warranty or the environment: cases, quality assurance), ■ Operating conditions of system employees of the service network components (e.g. filling levels) (manufacturer included) are able to read out this technical information ■ Status messages of the vehicle and from the event and error data storage its single components (e.g. number modules applying special diagnostic of wheel revolutions / rotational devices. If required, you will receive speed, deceleration, lateral further information at these acceleration) workshops. After an error has been ■ Dysfunctions and defects in corrected, the data are deleted from important system components the error storage module or they are constantly overwritten. 254 Customer information

When using the vehicle, situations Radio Frequency may occur in which these technical data related to other information Identification (RFID) (accident report, damages on the RFID technology is used in some vehicle, witness statements etc.) may vehicles for functions such as tyre be associated with a specific person - pressure monitoring and ignition possibly, with the assistance of an system security. It is also used in expert. connection with conveniences such Additional functions contractually as radio remote controls for door agreed upon with the client (e.g. locking/unlocking and starting, and in- vehicle location in emergency cases) vehicle transmitters for garage door allow the transmission of particular openers. RFID technology in Opel vehicle data from the vehicle. vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other Opel system containing personal information. Customer information 255 256

A Automatic transmission ...... 136 Index Accessories and vehicle Auxiliary heater...... 130 modifications ...... 159 Active head restraints...... 48 B Adaptive forward lighting ... 101, 119 Battery ...... 164 Adjustable air vents ...... 130 Battery discharge protection ...... 123 Airbag, belt tensioners and anti- Battery voltage ...... 110 roll bars...... 96 Board-Info-Display ...... 102 Airbag system ...... 57 Bonnet ...... 161 Air conditioning regular Brake and clutch fluid...... 207 operation ...... 131 Brake and clutch system ...... 98 Air conditioning system ...... 125 Brake assist ...... 147 Air intake ...... 131 Brake fluid ...... 164 Air vents...... 130 Brake light switch ...... 110 Antilock brake system ...... 146 Brakes ...... 146, 163 Antilock brake system (ABS) ...... 98 Breakdown...... 201 Anti-theft alarm system ...... 30, 111 Bulb replacement ...... 166 Anti-theft locking system ...... 30 C Appearance care...... 203 Capacities ...... 233 Apply footbrake ...... 101 Cargo management system ...... 75 Armrest ...... 52, 53 Car Pass ...... 20 Armrest storage ...... 68 Catalytic converter ...... 136 Ashtrays ...... 91 Central locking system ...... 25 Automatic anti-dazzle ...... 34 Centre console lighting ...... 122 Automatic climate control Changing tyre and wheel size ...192 system ...... 126 Charging system ...... 97 Automatic level control ...... 149 Child locks ...... 28 Automatic light control ...... 117 Child restraint installation locations ...... 62 257

Child restraints with Driving characteristics and F transponders ...... 65 towing tips ...... 154 Fault ...... 140, 144 Child restraint systems ...... 60 Driving hints...... 132 First aid...... 81 Cigarette lighter ...... 91 First aid kit ...... 81 Climate control ...... 15 E Fixed air vents ...... 130 Climate control systems...... 124 Easytronic...... 142 Fog light ...... 102 Clock ...... 89 Electric adjustment ...... 33 Fog lights ...... 171 Continuous damping control ...... 149 Electrical system...... 181 Folding ...... 33 Control indicators...... 94 Electronic climate control Folding tray ...... 80 Control of the vehicle ...... 132 system ...... 127 Front airbag system ...... 57 Controls...... 86 Electronic driving programmes . Front fog lights ...... 120 Convex shape ...... 32 ...... 139, 143 Front seats...... 49 Coolant and antifreeze...... 207 Electronic Stability Program 99, 147 Front turn signal light...... 166 Cruise control ...... 102, 149 End-of-life vehicle recovery ...... 160 Front turn signal lights ...... 171 Cupholders ...... 67 Engine compartment fuse box ... 182 Fuel...... 151 Engine coolant ...... 162 Curtain airbag system ...... 59 Fuel consumption - CO2- Curve lighting...... 119 Engine coolant temperature ...... 99 Emissions ...... 153 Engine cooling level ...... 110 Fuel for diesel engines ...... 152 D Engine data ...... 215 Fuel for petrol engines ...... 151 Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3 Engine exhaust ...... 135 Fuel gauge ...... 94 Daytime running lights ...... 119 Engine oil ...... 161, 207, 212 Fuses ...... 181 Deflation detection system and Engine oil pressure ...... 100 tyre pressure monitoring Entry lighting ...... 122 G system...... 99 Event data recorders...... 253 Gauges...... 93 Diesel fuel system bleeding ...... 165 Exit lighting ...... 123 General information ...... 154 Diesel particle filter ...... 135 Exterior care ...... 203 Glovebox ...... 67 Door open ...... 102 Exterior light ...... 101 Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Doors...... 28 Exterior lighting ...... 13, 117 Info-Display ...... 105 Drain diesel fuel filter ...... 110 Exterior mirrors...... 32 258

H Interactive driving system...... 148 Loading assist ...... 77 Halogen headlights ...... 166 Interactive driving system, Loading information ...... 84 Hand brake...... 146, 147 continuous damping control, Load rails and hooks ...... 75 Hazard warning flashers ...... 119 sport mode...... 100 Low engine oil level ...... 100 Headlight flash ...... 118 Interior care ...... 205 Low fuel ...... 100 Headlight range adjustment ...... 118 Interior lighting...... 121 Headlights...... 117 Interior lights ...... 121, 180 M Headlights when driving abroad 118 Interior mirrors...... 34 Malfunction indicator light ...... 97 Head restraint adjustment ...... 8 Interruption of power supply ..... Manual adjustment ...... 32 Head restraints ...... 47 ...... 140, 145 Manual anti-dazzle ...... 34 Heated ...... 34 Introduction ...... 3 Manual mode ...... 138, 143 Heated rear window ...... 38 Isofix child restraint systems ...... 65 Manual transmission ...... 141 Heating ...... 53 Manual transmission automated 142 Heating and ventilation system . 124 J Memorised settings...... 22 High beam ...... 101, 118 Jump starting ...... 199 Mirror adjustment ...... 9 Misted light covers ...... 121 Hill start assist ...... 147 K Horn ...... 14, 87 Keys ...... 20 N I Keys, locks...... 20 New vehicle running-in ...... 132 Identification plate ...... 211 Keys, memorised settings...... 22 Number plate light ...... 179 Ignition switch positions ...... 133 L O Immobiliser ...... 32 Lashing eyes ...... 75 Object detection systems...... 150 Indicators...... 93 Lighting ...... 111 Odometer ...... 93 Information displays...... 102 Lighting features...... 122 Oil, engine...... 207, 212 Instrument cluster ...... 93 Light switch ...... 117 Open&Start system ...... 22, 101 Instrument panel illumination ..... 180 Load compartment ...... 28, 68 Outside temperature ...... 89 Instrument panel illumination Load compartment cover ...... 73 Overrun cut-off ...... 134 control ...... 121 Load compartment fuse box ...... 185 Instrument panel overview ...... 10 Load compartment grille...... 80 259

P Retractable hardtop ...... 41 Steering wheel adjustment ...... 9, 86 Parking ...... 18, 134 Reversing lights ...... 121 Steering wheel controls ...... 86 Parking assist ...... 150 Ride control systems...... 147 Stop watch ...... 116 Parking brake ...... 147 Roof...... 39 Storage...... 67 Parking lights ...... 120 Roof rack ...... 83 Storage compartments...... 67 Particle filter...... 135 Run-flat tyres ...... 189 Sunglasses storage ...... 68 Performance ...... 218 Sunroof ...... 39 Performing work ...... 160 S Sunvisor lights ...... 122 Pollen filter ...... 131 Safety net ...... 78 Sun visors ...... 38 Power outlets ...... 90 Seat adjustment ...... 7, 50 Symbols ...... 4 Power windows ...... 35 Seat belt ...... 8 Preheating and diesel particle Seat belt reminder ...... 96 T filter ...... 99 Seat belts ...... 54 Tachometer ...... 93 Puncture...... 196 Seat folding ...... 52 Tail lights ...... 171 Seat occupancy recognition ..59, 96 Three-point seat belt ...... 55 Q Seat position ...... 49 Tools ...... 187 Quickheat...... 130 Selector lever ...... 137, 142 Top-tether child restraint Service ...... 131, 206 systems ...... 65 R Service display ...... 94 Towing...... 154, 201 Radio Frequency Identification Service information ...... 206 Towing another vehicle ...... 202 (RFID)...... 254 Service vehicle soon ...... 97 Towing equipment ...... 155 Radio remote control ...... 20 Side airbag system ...... 58 Towing hitch installation Reading lights ...... 122 Sidelights...... 117 dimensions ...... 250 Rear fog light ...... 102 Side turn signal lights ...... 178 Towing the vehicle ...... 201 Rear fog lights ...... 120 Spare wheel ...... 198 Trailer coupling...... 154 Rear seats...... 53 Speedometer ...... 93 Trailer stability assist ...... 158 Rear window wiper/washer ...... 88 Sport mode ...... 98, 148 Trailer towing ...... 155 Recommended fluids and Starting and operating...... 132 Transmission ...... 16 lubricants ...... 207, 212 Starting off ...... 17 Transmission display ...... 136, 142 Refuelling ...... 152 Starting the engine ...... 133, 142 Tread depth ...... 192 260

Trip computer in Board-Info- Vehicle Identification Number .... 210 Display ...... 112 Vehicle jack...... 187 Trip computer in Graphic-Info- Vehicle messages ...... 109 Display or Colour-Info- Vehicle security...... 30 Display ...... 113 Vehicle specific data ...... 3 Triple-Info-Display ...... 102 Vehicle storage...... 159 Trip odometer ...... 93 Vehicle tools...... 187 Turn and lane-change signals ... 120 Vehicle unlocking ...... 6 Turn signal ...... 96 Vehicle weight ...... 225 Tyre chains ...... 193 Ventilation...... 124 Tyre deflation detection system . 191 Tyre designations ...... 190 W Tyre pressure ...... 111, 190 Warning chimes ...... 109 Tyre pressure monitoring Warning lights...... 93 system ...... 191 Warning triangle ...... 80 Tyre pressures ...... 116, 234 Washer and wiper systems ...... 14 Tyre repair kit ...... 193 Washer fluid ...... 163 Tyres ...... 188 Washer fluid level ...... 111 Wheel changing ...... 196 U Wheel covers ...... 192 Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 98 Wheels and tyres ...... 188 Upholstery...... 205 Windows...... 35 Using this manual ...... 3 Windscreen...... 35 Windscreen wiper/washer ...... 87 V Winter mode ...... 98 Vehicle checks...... 160 Winter tyres ...... 188 Vehicle data...... 212 Wiper blade replacement ...... 165 Vehicle data recording and privacy...... 253 X Vehicle dimensions ...... 231 Xenon headlights ...... 169 Copyright by ADAM OPEL AG, Rüsselsheim, Germany. The information contained in this publication is effective as of the date indicated below. Adam Opel AG reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications, features and design of the vehicles relative to the information in this publication as well as changes to the publication itself. Edition: July 2012, ADAM OPEL AG, Rüsselsheim. Printed on chlorine-free bleached paper. KTA-2584/18-en 07/2012

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