P Power Button; Starting And Operating; New Vehicle Running-In; Control Of The Vehicle - Vauxhall Ampera Owner's Manual

102 Driving and operating
Vehicle charging / maintenance
Charging
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
when fully charged, to keep the
battery temperature ready for the next
drive. This is important when outside
temperatures are extremely hot or
cold.
Maintenance
Always keep the tyres properly
inflated and the vehicle properly
aligned.
The weight of excess cargo in the
vehicle affects efficiency and range.
Avoid carrying more than is needed.
If fuel is not regularly used, consider
keeping the fuel tank only one‐third
full. Excess fuel weight impacts
efficiency and range.
Use fuel rated at 95 RON or higher.
Avoid unnecessary use of electrical
accessories. Power used for
functions other than propelling the
vehicle will reduce electric vehicle
range.
Using a rooftop carrier will reduce
efficiency due to additional weight
and drag.

Control of the vehicle

Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is
a danger to yourself and others.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.

Starting and operating

New vehicle running-in

The vehicle does not require
a running-in period. Vehicle running‐
in is performed during manufacturing.
Power button
The vehicle has an electronic push-
button start. The m button light
flashes when the driver's door is open
and the ignition is not on. The flashing
light will eventually time out. The m