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VAUXHALL Adam
Owner's Manual
Model Year 2014.5
Edition: January 2014
KTA-2744/4-VX-en

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014.5 Edition: January 2014 KTA-2744/4-VX-en 0 - 1 VAUXHALL Adam Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014.5 Edition: January 2014 KTA-2744/4-VX-en...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 18 Seats, restraints ......30 Storage ........50 Instruments and controls ..... 69 Lighting ........102 Climate control ......110 Driving and operating ....119 Vehicle care ....... 150 Service and maintenance ..
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction...
  • Page 4: Using This Manual

    Operation is reasonable prices. Experienced Introduction similar for right-hand drive vehicles. mechanics trained by Vauxhall work ■ The Owner's Manual uses the Your vehicle is a designed according to specific Vauxhall factory engine designations. The combination of advanced technology, instructions.
  • Page 5 Symbols Cautions Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". 9 Danger Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall. We wish you many hours of Text marked 9 Danger provides pleasurable driving. information on risk of fatal injury. Your Vauxhall Team Disregarding this information may endanger life.
  • Page 6 Introduction...
  • Page 7: In Brief

    In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Initial drive information To open the tailgate, press the brand emblem at the bottom half. Press button c to unlock the doors Radio remote control 3 19, Central and load compartment. Open the locking system 3 20, Load doors by pulling the handles.
  • Page 8: Seat Adjustment

    In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat positioning Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Lever pumping motion Do not lean on backrest while = seat higher adjusting. Pull handle, slide seat, release down = seat lower handle. Seat position 3 31, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 31, Seat adjustment 3 32, Seat folding 3 33.
  • Page 9: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Mirror adjustment Interior mirror Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on twisted and must fit close against the Head restraints 3 30.
  • Page 10: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    In brief Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and ensure it is fully locked. Convex exterior mirrors 3 25, Electric adjustment 3 25, Folding Do not adjust the steering wheel exterior mirrors 3 26, Heated unless the vehicle is stationary and...
  • Page 11 In brief Instrument panel overview...
  • Page 12 In brief Power windows ..... 27 Eco button for stop-start 20 Selector lever, manual system ......... 121 transmission ....... 124 Exterior mirrors ..... 25 21 Parking brake ...... 126 Cruise control ..... 130 Parking assist ..... 133 22 Ignition switch with Speed limiter .......
  • Page 13: Exterior Lighting

    In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Automatic light control AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: exterior lighting is switched headlight flash = pull lever = lights off on and off automatically high beam = push lever 8 = sidelights = activation or deactivation...
  • Page 14 In brief Horn Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. lever up = right turn signal Press j. lever down = left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 104. Turn and lane-change signals 3 105, Parking lights 3 105.
  • Page 15: Washer And Wiper Systems

    In brief Washer and wiper systems Windscreen washer Rear window wiper Windscreen wiper Pull lever. Press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: Windscreen washer system 3 71, = fast Washer fluid 3 154. upper = continuous = slow switch operation P = interval wiping or automatic...
  • Page 16 In brief Climate control Rear window washer Demisting and defrosting the windows Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Push lever. ■ Switch on cooling n. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few ■ Set temperature control to warmest The heating is operated by pressing times.
  • Page 17: Starting Off

    In brief Transmission Starting off Starting the engine Manual transmission Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 171, 3 207. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 152. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
  • Page 18 In brief Parking Stop-start system ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high ■ Always apply the parking brake. temperature of the exhaust system Activate the manual parking brake could ignite the surface. without pressing the release button. ■...
  • Page 19: Keys, Doors And Windows

    Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Key with foldaway key section windows Keys Replacement keys The key number is specified in the Keys, locks ........18 Car Pass or on a detachable tag. Doors ........... 22 The key number must be quoted Vehicle security ......
  • Page 20: Radio Remote Control

    Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: ■ Range exceeded ■ Battery voltage too low Batteries do not belong in household ■...
  • Page 21: Central Locking System

    Keys, doors and windows Extend the key and open the unit. The saved settings are automatically Unlocking Replace the battery (battery type used the next time the memorised key CR 2032), paying attention to the is inserted into the ignition switch and installation position.
  • Page 22 Keys, doors and windows The setting can be saved for the key Central locking buttons Fault in radio remote control being used. system Locks or unlocks doors, the load compartment and fuel filler flap from Memorised settings 3 20. Unlocking inside the passenger compartment.
  • Page 23: Doors

    Keys, doors and windows Doors Fault in central locking system Additionally it is configurable to unlock the driver's door or both doors Unlocking after the ignition is switched off and Load compartment the ignition key is removed. Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock.
  • Page 24: Vehicle Security

    Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Closing gases, which cannot be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle. Anti-theft locking system This can cause unconsciousness and even death. 9 Warning Caution Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors Before opening the tailgate, check cannot be unlocked from the overhead obstructions, e.g.
  • Page 25: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Keys, doors and windows Activating Activation Status during the first 30 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: ■ Self-activated 30 seconds after locking the vehicle (initialisation of LED illu‐ = test, arming delay. the system) minates = doors, tailgate or ■...
  • Page 26: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors The anti-theft alarm system can only If the control indicator d flashes when be deactivated by pressing button c the ignition is on, there is a fault in the on the radio remote control or by system;...
  • Page 27: Interior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated mirrors In position 0 no mirror is selected. Folding mirrors Manual anti-dazzle For pedestrian safety, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normal mounting position if they are struck with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing.
  • Page 28: Windows

    Keys, doors and windows Windows Automatic anti-dazzle Windscreen Windscreen stickers Do not attach stickers such as toll road stickers or similar on the windscreen in the area of the interior mirror. Otherwise the detection zone of the sensor in the mirror housing could be restricted.
  • Page 29 Keys, doors and windows Safety function Initialising the power windows If the window glass encounters If the windows cannot be closed resistance above the middle of the automatically (e.g. after window during automatic closing, it is disconnecting the vehicle battery), a immediately stopped and opened warning message or a warning code again.
  • Page 30: Roof

    Keys, doors and windows Roof Heated rear window A ticket holder is located on the backside of the sun visor. Glass panel Sunblind Operated by pressing the Ü button. Heating works with the engine running and is switched off automatically after a short time. Press the button in the handle to open the sunblind and guide it backwards.
  • Page 31: Seats, Restraints

    Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Front head restraints, height Position adjustment Head restraints ......30 9 Warning Front seats ........31 Seat belts ........34 Only drive with the head restraint Airbag system ......37 set to the proper position. Child restraints ......
  • Page 32: Front Seats

    Seats, restraints Front seats Rear head restraints, height adjustment Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. Press both catches, pull the head restraint upwards and remove. Place the head restraint in a net bag Pull the head restraint upwards and and secure the underside of the bag let engage.
  • Page 33 Seats, restraints Seat adjustment ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Seat positioning against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is 9 Danger possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from bent.
  • Page 34: Seat Folding

    Seats, restraints Seat folding Seat backrests Seat height Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Lever pumping motion Pull release lever towards the front Do not lean on backrest while and fold backrest forwards. Then = seat higher adjusting. slide seat forwards to the stop. down = seat lower To restore, slide the seat backwards to the stop.
  • Page 35: Seat Heating

    Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat heating is operational when Caution engine is running and during an Autostop. When seat height is in the highest Stop-start system 3 121. position, push head restraints down and fold up sun visors before folding backrest forwards. Heating The seat belts are locked during heavy acceleration or deceleration of...
  • Page 36: Three-Point Seat Belt

    Seats, restraints Seat belts are designed to be used by Belt force limiters modifications to belt pretensioner only one person at a time. Child components as this will invalidate On the front seats, stress on the body restraint system 3 43. the vehicle type approval.
  • Page 37 Seats, restraints Removing Using the seat belt while pregnant Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place To release belt, press red button on objects such as handbags or mobile belt buckle. phones between the belt and your 9 Warning body.
  • Page 38: Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Airbag system Each airbag is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags replaced by a workshop. Furthermore, it may be The airbag system consists of a necessary to have the steering number of individual systems wheel, the instrument panel, parts of depending on the scope of the panelling, the door seals, equipment.
  • Page 39 Seats, restraints sous peine d'infliger des DA: Brug ALDRIG en bagudvendt mesmo, poderá ocorrer a PERDA DE BLESSURES GRAVES, voire autostol på et forsæde med AKTIV VIDA ou FERIMENTOS GRAVES na MORTELLES à l'ENFANT. AIRBAG, BARNET kan komme i CRIANÇA. LIVSFARE eller komme ALVORLIGT ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de IT: Non usare mai un sistema di...
  • Page 40 Seats, restraints TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet SL: NIKOLI ne nameščajte otroškega RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ un scaun sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir varnostnega sedeža, obrnjenega v pentru copil îndreptat spre partea din AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile nasprotni smeri vožnje, na sedež z spate a maşinii pe un scaun protejat korunmakta olan bir koltukta AKTIVNO ČELNO ZRAČNO...
  • Page 41: Front Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Front airbag system AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo 9 Warning pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt The front airbag system consists of SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ. one airbag in the steering wheel and Optimum protection is only ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole one in the instrument panel on the provided when the seat is in the suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille...
  • Page 42: Curtain Airbag System

    Seats, restraints The side airbag system consists of an 9 Warning airbag in each front seat backrest. The location is identified by the word Keep the area in which the airbag AIRBAG. inflates clear of obstructions. The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a side impact of a certain Note severity.
  • Page 43: Airbag Deactivation

    Seats, restraints Airbag deactivation Use the ignition key to choose the switch position: The front passenger airbag system *OFF = front passenger airbag is must be deactivated for child restraint deactivated and will not system on the passenger seat inflate in the event of a according to the instructions in the collision.
  • Page 44: Child Restraints

    Child restraint systems forbidden on certain seats. We recommend the following Vauxhall child restraint system which 9 Danger are tailored specifically to the vehicle: If using a rear-facing child restraint ■ Group 0, Group 0+...
  • Page 45 Seats, restraints Suitable are restraint systems that comply with valid UN ECE regulations. 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, see following...
  • Page 46: Child Restraint Installation Locations

    Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx.
  • Page 47 Seats, restraints = If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment in the uppermost position. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side.
  • Page 48 Seats, restraints Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear seats Group I: 9 to 18 kg ISO/R2 or approx. 8 months to 4 years ISO/R3 ISO/F2 IL, IUF** ISO/F2X IL, IUF** ISO/F3 IL, IUF** Group II: 15 to 25 kg or approx.
  • Page 49 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 –...
  • Page 50: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes

    Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint The vehicle is equipped with guides in In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, the backrests to support the fasten the Top-Tether strap to the systems installation of the child restraint Top-Tether fastening eyes. system. Open the flaps of the guides Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX ISOFIX child restraint systems of to mount a child restraint system.
  • Page 51: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage compartments Pull lever to open the glovebox cover. The glovebox features a coin holder and an adapter for the locking wheel 9 Warning bolts. Storage compartments ....50 The intermediate shelf can be Do not not store heavy or sharp Load compartment .......
  • Page 52: Front Storage

    Storage Front storage Additional cupholders or bottleholders are located in the rear side panels. Flexible cupholder strap Door pockets in both doors are designed to carry bottles. Storage compartments are located below the light switch, in the centre console in front of the gear selector lever, in the door pockets and in the A movable rubber strap is located in side panels near the rear seats.
  • Page 53: Rear Carrier System

    Storage Rear carrier system electrically-powered bicycle to the Caution pull-out carrier. The maximum load on the adapter is 20 kg. Rear carrier system for two Consult your bicycle dealer before bicycles The wheelbase of a bicycle must not attaching bicycles with carbon exceed 1.15 metre.
  • Page 54 Storage Pull release lever up. The system Fold out tail lamps will not engage correctly, do not fit disengages and travels quickly out of objects to the system and slide the the bumper. system back. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Unfold number plate light Swivel hinges of both tail lamps backwards as far as it will go.
  • Page 55 Storage Swivel both tail lamps backwards as Lock the rear carrier system Assembling the bicycle rack far as it will go. Fold out wheel recess Lift the rack at the rear (1) and pull it Remove strap and swivel both backwards.
  • Page 56 Storage 1. Apply the adapter to the rear Push down the rack (1) and swivel Press button (1) and insert left part of carrier system as shown in the handle (2) backwards to engage. rack into the right part (2). illustration.
  • Page 57 Storage 2. Turn the lever (1) forwards and Attaching the first bicycle hold, then lower the adapter (2) at the rear. 3. Release lever and check if the adapter is engaged securely. 2. Attach the short mounting bracket to the bicycle frame. Turn the 1.
  • Page 58 Storage 3. Secure both bicycle wheels to the wheel recesses using the strap retainers. 4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure. Caution Ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways.
  • Page 59 Storage ■ Without attached adapter: Removing bicycles Undo strap retainers on both bicycle tyres. Turn knob anti-clockwise and remove mounting brackets. Detaching adapter 1. Fold in wheel recesses. Hold frame (1) of rear bicycle with one hand and pull the loop (2) to Push the lever (1) to disengage and disengage.
  • Page 60 Storage Disassembling the bicycle rack Press button (1) and reinstall rack (2). 3. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold. Press button (1) and remove upper Arrange mounting bracket as shown 4. Lift the adapter (2) at the rear and part of rack (2).
  • Page 61 Storage Swivel both clamping levers inwards as far as it will go. Fasten strap. Fold in tail lamps Fold the rack backwards, then push Stow the strap retainers accurately. forwards until it stops (1). Unlock the rear carrier system Press the rack down at the rear (2). Fold in wheel recess First swivel tail lamps (1) forwards as Fold in wheel recess.
  • Page 62: Load Compartment

    Storage Load compartment Fold in number plate light The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts. Both parts can be folded down separately. Load compartment extension Remove the load compartment cover if necessary. Press the catch and push down the head restraint.
  • Page 63: Rear Storage

    Storage Rear storage do so may result in personal injury or damage to load or vehicle in the Storage box event of heavy braking or collision. A closable storage box is located in the load compartment. The cover is Hook for carrier bags lockable by turning the knob.
  • Page 64: Load Compartment Cover

    Storage ■ raise the lashing eyes on both sides Lift up the cover at the rear end. It and turn the lock hooks to the front engages in a nearly vertical position. to fix the box to the lashing eyes, Further opening up to head restraints is possible.
  • Page 65: Rear Floor Storage Cover

    Storage Rear floor storage cover Removal Rear floor cover To gain access to the right cover in the load compartment, e.g. for bulb Remove floor cover to gain access to replacement, fold down rear right the tool box 3 169, tyre repair kit backrest and pull out the tool box 3 176 and for bulb replacement of tail Lift up rear floor cover.
  • Page 66: Lashing Eyes

    Storage Lashing eyes General hint 9 Warning For safety reasons, stow all parts in the load compartment in its position, always drive with a closed rear floor cover and, if possible, with folded up rear backrests. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being ■...
  • Page 67: Warning Triangle

    Storage Warning triangle First aid kit Version with subwoofer box: lift up the rear part of the load compartment The warning triangle is stowed with Stow the first aid kit in the side panel floor cover. Pull the handle to remove elastic straps in the load storage near the rear seats.
  • Page 68: Roof Rack System

    Storage Roof rack system Loading information ■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent them from sliding. Roof rack ■ When transporting objects in the For safety reasons and to avoid load compartment, the backrests of damage to the roof, the vehicle the rear seats must not be angled approved roof rack system is forward.
  • Page 69 Storage the vehicle's higher centre of 9 Warning gravity. Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining Always make sure that the load in straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and the vehicle is securely stowed. vehicle speed according to the load Otherwise objects can be thrown conditions.
  • Page 70: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........69 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........... 77 Information displays ..... 87 Vehicle messages ......93 Trip computer ....... 96 Vehicle personalisation ....98 The Infotainment system, the cruise control and a connected mobile phone can be operated via the...
  • Page 71: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Horn The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker Activate heating by pressing * Press j. and to a higher temperature than the button. Activation is indicated by the other areas. LED in the button.
  • Page 72: Windscreen Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor Windscreen wiper Wiper lever in position P. P = automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the = fast desired wipe interval: The rain sensor detects the amount of = slow short = turn adjuster wheel...
  • Page 73: Rear Window Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed sensor onto the windscreen and the wiper wipes a few times. Rear window wiper/washer Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Windscreen washer sensitivity: = turn adjuster wheel...
  • Page 74: Outside Temperature

    Instruments and controls Outside temperature A drop in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. Illustration shows Colour-Info-Display Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Do not use if the rear window is frozen.
  • Page 75: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, Note Set date a warning message is displayed in the Find a detailed description of the Driver Information Centre with menu operation in the user guide for Uplevel-Display. the Infotainment system. Set time 9 Warning The road surface may already be...
  • Page 76 Instruments and controls Set date format Set time and date To switch between the available options, repeatedly press the MENU-TUNE knob. RDS clock synchronization The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal.
  • Page 77: Power Outlet

    Instruments and controls Power outlets Ashtrays Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Caution Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs. To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish. Stop-start system 3 121. Cigarette lighter A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the centre console.
  • Page 78: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indi- Cators

    Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Odometer Tachometer and indicators Instrument cluster 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 in miles.
  • Page 79: Fuel Selector

    Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Fuel selector Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 144. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the fuel level or gas level in Press button LPG to switch between the tank depending on the operation petrol and liquid gas operation. The mode.
  • Page 80: Service Display

    Instruments and controls In the Uplevel-Display, the remaining Turn the adjuster wheel to select Caution oil life duration is displayed in the Remaining Oil Life. Vehicle Information Menus. The system must be reset every time If engine coolant temperature is In the Midlevel-Display, the remaining the engine oil is changed to ensure too high, stop vehicle, switch off...
  • Page 81 Instruments and controls ignition is switched on, most control indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test. The control indicator colours mean: = danger, important reminder yellow = warning, information, fault green = confirmation of activation blue = confirmation of activation white = confirmation of activation...
  • Page 82 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
  • Page 83: Seat Belt Reminder

    Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 157, Fuses Seat belt status on rear seats 3 164. console Turn signals 3 105. Seat belt reminder Seat belt reminder on front seats X for driver's seat illuminates or flashes red in the tachometer.
  • Page 84: Airbag And Belt Tensioners

    Instruments and controls Airbag and belt tensioners Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds Illuminates when the engine is after the ignition is switched on. The running v illuminates red. front passenger airbag is activated. Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle When the ignition is switched on, the * illuminates yellow.
  • Page 85: Operate Pedal

    Instruments and controls Flashes when the engine is Illuminates after the ignition is Illuminates for a few seconds after the switched on if the manual parking ignition is switched on. The system is running brake is applied 3 126. ready for operation when the control Fault that could lead to catalytic indicator extinguishes.
  • Page 86: Tyre Pressure Monitoring

    Instruments and controls Illuminates with power steering Interference due to external sources stability, however, may deteriorate of ultrasound. Once the source of depending on road surface reduced interference is removed, the system conditions. Power steering is reduced due to will operate normally. Have the cause of the fault remedied overheating of the system.
  • Page 87: Engine Oil Pressure

    Instruments and controls Engine oil pressure Immobiliser 9 Warning I illuminates red. d flashes yellow. When the engine is off, Illuminates when the ignition is Fault in the immobiliser system. The considerably more force is needed switched on and extinguishes shortly engine cannot be started.
  • Page 88: Driver Information Centre

    Instruments and controls Information displays Illuminates green ■ trip/fuel information Cruise control is active. ■ vehicle messages, displayed as Driver Information Centre code numbers 3 93. Cruise control 3 130. The Driver Information Centre (DIC) Door open is located in the instrument cluster between speedometer and h illuminates red.
  • Page 89 Instruments and controls Some of the displayed functions differ Vehicle Information Menu X when the vehicle is being driven or at Press the MENU button to select a standstill. Some functions are only X in the top line of the Uplevel- available when the vehicle is being Display.
  • Page 90 Instruments and controls ■ Speed Warning: if exceeding the ■ Trip odometer 1 preset speed, a warning chime will ■ Trip odometer 2 be activated ■ Digital speed Selection and indication can be Trip odometer 2 and digital speed are different between Midlevel- and only available on vehicles with Uplevel-Display.
  • Page 91 Instruments and controls Submenus are: ■ Top Consumers: List of top comfort ■ Economy Trend: Displays the consumers currently switched on is average consumption development ■ Shift indication: Current gear is displayed in descending order. Fuel over a distance of 50 miles. Filled indicated inside an arrow.
  • Page 92: Info-Display

    Instruments and controls Graphic-Info-Display, Graphic-Info-Display indicates: Press knob MENU-TUNE to confirm a setting or value. Colour-Info-Display ■ time 3 74 Press button BACK to exit a menu or ■ outside temperature 3 73 Depending on the vehicle setting without changing or delete the ■...
  • Page 93 Instruments and controls The Colour-Info-Display indicates in Vehicle personalisation 3 98. colour: Memorised settings 3 20. ■ time 3 74 ■ outside temperature 3 73 ■ date 3 74 ■ electronic climate control settings 3 113 ■ parking assist and advanced parking assist instructions 3 133 ■...
  • Page 94: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Vehicle messages on the No. Vehicle message Midlevel-Display Steering wheel is locked Messages are indicated mainly in the Driver Information Centre (DIC), in Turn steering wheel, switch some cases together with a warning ignition off and then on and signal buzzer.
  • Page 95 Instruments and controls Vehicle messages on the No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message Uplevel-Display 25 Left front turn signal failure 67 Service steering wheel lock 26 Left rear turn signal failure 68 Service power steering 27 Right front turn signal failure 75 Service air conditioning 28 Right rear turn signal failure 76 Service side blind spot alert...
  • Page 96: Battery Voltage

    Instruments and controls ■ Lighting, bulb replacement The warning chime regarding During an Autostop unfastened seat belts has priority ■ If the driver's door is opened. ■ Wiper/washer system over any other warning chime. ■ Doors, windows ■ If seat belt is not fastened. Battery voltage ■...
  • Page 97: Trip Computer

    Instruments and controls Trip computer ■ Trip odometer 1 ■ Average consumption 1 The menus and functions can be ■ Average speed 1 selected via the buttons on the turn signal lever 3 87. Trip/Fuel Information Menu on Uplevel-Display Turn the adjuster wheel to select the submenus: ■...
  • Page 98 Instruments and controls When the fuel level in the tank is low, a message appears on vehicles with Uplevel-Display. When the tank must be refuelled immediately, a warning code or warning message is displayed on vehicles with Midlevel- and Uplevel- Display.
  • Page 99: Vehicle Personalisation

    Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation On vehicles with LPG engines: Average consumption is indicated for the currently selected mode; LPG or The vehicle's behaviour can be Gasoline. personalised via changing the settings in the Info-Display. Instantaneous consumption Some of the personal settings for Display of the instantaneous different drivers can be memorised consumption.
  • Page 100 Instruments and controls In the corresponding submenus the Auto rear demist: Activates Activates or deactivates and following settings can be changed: automatically rear heated window. changes the duration of exit lighting. ■ Comfort settings Languages ■ Power door locks Chime volume: Changes the Selection of the desired language.
  • Page 101 Instruments and controls driver's door or the whole vehicle The following settings can be In the corresponding submenus the whilst unlocking. selected: following settings can be changed: Auto relock doors: Activates or Time & date settings deactivates the automatic relock See Clock 3 74.
  • Page 102 Instruments and controls ■ Comfort & convenience unlocking function after switching unlocking without opening the off ignition. vehicle. Chime volume: Changes the volume of warning chimes. Auto door lock: Activates or ■ Vehicle factory settings: Restores deactivates the automatic door the setting values back to the Personalization by driver: Activates locking function after switching on...
  • Page 103: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......102 Interior lighting ......106 Lighting features ......108 Turn light switch: Turn light switch: AUTO = automatic light control: low beam is switched on and = lights off off automatically 8 = sidelights...
  • Page 104: Automatic Light Control

    Lighting High beam The current status of the automatic When the automatic light control light control is displayed In the Driver function is switched on and the Information Centre with Uplevel- engine is running, the system Display. switches between daytime running light and headlights automatically When switching on the ignition, depending on the lighting conditions...
  • Page 105: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Headlight range Headlights when driving Daytime running lights adjustment abroad Daytime running light increases visibility of the vehicle during daylight. The asymmetrical headlight beam Manual headlight range They are switched on automatically extends visibility at the edge of the adjustment when ignition is on.
  • Page 106: Parking Lights

    Lighting Turn and lane-change Parking lights Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original signals position. Rear fog lights When the vehicle is parked, the parking lights on one side can be lever up = right turn signal activated: lever down = left turn signal 1.
  • Page 107: Interior Lighting

    Lighting Interior lighting Reversing lights Turn thumb wheel A and hold until the desired brightness is obtained. The reversing light comes on when Instrument panel On vehicles with light sensor, the the ignition is on and reverse gear is brightness can only be adjusted when illumination control selected.
  • Page 108 Lighting Operate rocker switch: Ambient light comes on automatically when switching off ignition and = automatic switching on extinguishes after opening a door. and off. Pressing button m after switching off press u = on. ignition; ambient light remains on for press v = off.
  • Page 109: Exit Lighting

    Lighting Lighting features Operate button with ignition switched The following lights will additionally switch on when the driver's door is opened: Entry lighting m one brief = on or off. press ■ all switches Welcome lighting T repeated = dimming ■...
  • Page 110: Battery Discharge Protection

    Lighting Activating Activation, deactivation and duration In the second stage a message which of this function can be changed in the confirms the activation of the vehicle Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation battery discharge protection will be 3 98. displayed in the Driver Information Centre.
  • Page 111: Climate Control

    Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Heating and ventilation system Fan speed Climate control systems ..... 110 Adjust the air flow by switching the fan Air vents ........
  • Page 112: Air Conditioning System

    Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note In addition to the heating and If air distribution mode l is selected ventilation system, the air windows conditioning system has controls for: while engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until another air = cooling distribution is selected.
  • Page 113 Climate control Press button n again to switch off Press button to activate air cooling. recirculation mode. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. The air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the Press button 4 again to deactivate outside temperature is slightly above recirculation mode.
  • Page 114: Electronic Climate Control

    Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note Controls for: If air distribution mode l is selected windows V ■ Fan speed while engine is running, an Autostop ■ Temperature will be inhibited until another air ■ Air distribution distribution is selected. = Cooling If air distribution mode l is selected AUTO = Automatic mode...
  • Page 115 Climate control Climate control settings are shown on Basic setting for maximum comfort: the Graphic-Info-Display, or ■ Press AUTO button, the air depending on the version, on Colour- distribution and fan speed are Info-Display. Setting modifications regulated automatically. Activation are briefly popped-up in both is indicated by the LED in the displays, superimposed over the button.
  • Page 116 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Setting of automatic rear window Fan speed Z heating can be changed in the windows V Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 98. Note If the V button is pressed while the engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until the V button is pressed again.
  • Page 117 Climate control Air distribution Cooling n If no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. When the cooling system is switched off, no engine restart will be requested by the climate control system during an Autostop.
  • Page 118: Air Vents

    Climate control Air vents Air recirculation mode 4 compartment air deteriorates, which may cause the vehicle Adjustable air vents occupants to feel drowsy. At least one air vent must be open In warm and very humid ambient air while the cooling is on. conditions, the windscreen might mist up from outside, when cold air is directed to it.
  • Page 119: Fixed Air Vents

    Climate control 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 the outside temperature is too low.
  • Page 120: Driving And Operating

    Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Driving hints ....... 119 Never coast with engine not the first few journeys. running (except during Starting and operating ....
  • Page 121: Starting The Engine

    Driving and operating Ignition switch positions Power to the Infotainment system will Before restarting or to switch off the continue to operate for 30 minutes or engine, turn the key back to position until the key is removed from the ignition switch, regardless of whether During an Autostop, the engine can any door will be opened.
  • Page 122: System

    Driving and operating Stop-start system Possible reasons for a non-starting Deactivation engine: The stop-start system helps to save ■ Clutch pedal not operated fuel and to reduce the exhaust ■ Timeout occurred emissions. When conditions allow, it switches off the engine as soon as the Turbo engine warm-up vehicle is at a low speed or at a Upon start-up, engine available...
  • Page 123 Driving and operating ■ the vehicle battery is sufficiently Vehicle battery discharge protection charged and in good condition To ensure reliable engine restarts, several vehicle battery discharge ■ the engine is warmed up protection features are implemented ■ the engine coolant temperature is as part of the stop-start system.
  • Page 124 Driving and operating Restart of the engine by the If an electrical accessory, e.g. a switching off the ignition. Turn the portable CD player, is connected to front wheels towards the kerb. stop-start system the power outlet, a brief power drop ■...
  • Page 125: Engine Exhaust

    Driving and operating Engine exhaust Manual transmission Caution Fuel grades other than those listed 9 Danger on pages 3 144, 3 202 could damage the catalytic converter or Engine exhaust gases contain electronic components. poisonous carbon monoxide, Unburnt petrol will overheat and which is colourless and odourless damage the catalytic converter.
  • Page 126: Brakes

    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 It is not advisable to drive with the steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits.
  • Page 127: Parking Brake

    Driving and operating Parking brake Brake assist Fault If the brake pedal is depressed Manual parking brake 9 Warning quickly and forcefully, maximum brake force is automatically applied If there is a fault in the ABS, the (full braking). wheels may be liable to lock due Maintain steady pressure on the to braking that is heavier than brake pedal for as long as full braking...
  • Page 128: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and operating Ride control systems Fault If there is a fault in the system the Traction Control system control indicator b lights up continuously and a message or a The Traction Control system (TC) is a warning code appears in the Driver component of the Electronic Stability Information Centre.
  • Page 129: City Mode

    Driving and operating Fault Activation If there is a fault in the system the control indicator b lights up continuously and a message or a warning code appears in the Driver Information Centre. The system is not operational. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
  • Page 130 Driving and operating Stop-start system 3 121. Fault off. In this case switch on ignition and turn steering wheel once from lock to Deactivation lock. Press button B; LED in the button If control indicators c and a do not extinguishes and a message pops-up extinguish after calibration, seek the in the Driver Information Centre.
  • Page 131: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and operating Driver assistance For safety reasons the cruise control Activation cannot be activated until the foot systems Accelerate to the desired speed and brake has been operated once. turn thumb wheel to SET/-, the Activating in first gear is not possible. current speed is stored and maintained.
  • Page 132: Speed Limiter

    Driving and operating Speed limiter Automatic deactivation: ■ vehicle speed below approx. The speed limiter prevents the 20 mph, vehicle exceeding a preset maximum ■ vehicle speed above approx. speed. 125 mph, The maximum speed can be set at a ■...
  • Page 133 Driving and operating Press button L. If cruise control has Release the accelerator pedal and the speed limiter function is been activated before, it is switched reactivated once a speed lower than off when speed limiter is activated the limit speed is obtained. and the control indicator m extinguishes.
  • Page 134: Parking Assist

    Driving and operating Parking assist sounds becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. When the distance is less than about Rear parking assist 30 cm, the sound is continuous. 9 Warning Deactivation It is the driver who bears full responsibility for the parking manoeuvre.
  • Page 135 Driving and operating Fault Parking assist button and operation logic In the event of a fault or if the system does not work temporarily, e.g. because of high external noise level or other interference factors, the LED in the button flashes for 3 seconds and then extinguishes.
  • Page 136 Driving and operating Button logic operates the systems by An illuminated LED in the parking Indication pressing as follows: assist button D indicates that the The system warns the driver with system is ready to operate. acoustic signals against potentially ■...
  • Page 137 Driving and operating In the Colour-Info-Display, distance is Advanced parking assist displayed by coloured zones in front of or behind the vehicle. 9 Warning The distance indication in the Driver It is the driver who bears full Information Centre can be inhibited responsibility for accepting the by vehicle messages with a higher parking slot suggested by the...
  • Page 138 Driving and operating Button logic operates the systems by Activation pressing as follows: ■ If only front-rear parking assist is active, a brief press deactivates front-rear parking assist. ■ If only front-rear parking assist is active, long press activates advanced parking assist. ■...
  • Page 139 Driving and operating The system can only be activated at a speed up to 18 mph and the system searches for a parking slot at a speed up to 18 mph. The maximum allowed parallel distance between the vehicle and a row of parked cars is 1.8 metres for parallel parking and 2.5 metres for perpendicular parking.
  • Page 140 Driving and operating If the driver does not stop the vehicle A brief vibration in the steering wheel ■ the demand to stop the vehicle, within 10 metres for parallel parking after engaging reverse gear indicates when a parking slot is detected, slots or 6 metres for perpendicular that the steering is controlled by the ■...
  • Page 141 Driving and operating Selecting of parallel or perpendicular The display shows the type of parking parking slot. Changing the parking side If the system is equipped with Colour- Info-Display, select the type of parking slot by tapping the display When searching for a parking slot, icon 6 or 7.
  • Page 142 Driving and operating Display priorities ■ exceeding number of maximum gear changes: 8 parking cycles After activating the advanced parking when parallel parking or 5 cycles assist, a message appears in the when perpendicular parking, Driver Information Centre or Colour- Info-Display.
  • Page 143 Driving and operating Basic notes on parking assist gateway, a courtyard or even a correct distance indication in the crossing as parking slot. After systems upper part of these vehicles selecting reverse gear the system cannot be guaranteed. would start a parking manoeuvre. 9 Warning Objects with a very small reflection Take care of the availability of the...
  • Page 144: Side Blind Spot Alert

    Driving and operating Side blind spot alert When the system detects a vehicle in will extinguish the warning symbols. If the side blind zone while driving a vehicle is then detected in the blind The Side blind spot alert system forward, either while passing a zone, the warning symbols B will detects and reports objects on either...
  • Page 145: Fuel

    Driving and operating Fuel Fault Caution Occasional missed alerts can occur Fuel for petrol engines under normal circumstances and will Use of fuel that does not comply to increase in wet conditions. EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or Only use unleaded fuel that complies Side blind spot alert does not operate equivalent can lead to deposits or with European standard EN 228 or...
  • Page 146 Driving and operating The boiling point depends on the Pressing the LPG button switches Fill the tank completely at regular pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient between petrol and liquid gas intervals to prevent corrosion in the pressure, it is between -42 °C (pure operation as soon as the required tank.
  • Page 147 Driving and operating Refuelling Fuel filler flap is located at right rear Caution side of the vehicle. 9 Danger Repairs and adjustments may only be made by trained specialists in Before refuelling, switch off the order to maintain the safety and engine.
  • Page 148 Driving and operating Liquid gas refuelling Follow the operating and safety instructions of the filling station when refuelling. The filling valve for the liquid gas is behind the fuel filler cap. The fuel filler cap can be retained in Screw the required adapter hand- the bracket on the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 149 A small quantity of liquid gas required which are available from can escape. Vauxhall Distributors and from Remove adapter and stow in vehicle. Vauxhall Authorised Repairers. Fit protective cap to prevent the penetration of foreign bodies into the Bayonet adapter: Netherlands, filler opening and the system.
  • Page 150: Fuel Consumption - Co

    The figures are provided only for the The fuel consumption (combined) of purpose of comparison between the model Vauxhall Adam is within a different vehicle variants and must range of 40 to 57 mpg. not be taken as a guarantee for the...
  • Page 151: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Storage for a long period of time Accessories and vehicle If the vehicle is to be stored for several modifications General Information ....150 months: We recommend the use of genuine Vehicle checks ......151 ■...
  • Page 152: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle care Vehicle checks End-of-life vehicle ■ Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. recovery Performing work ■ Disconnect the clamp from the Information on end-of-life vehicle negative terminal of the vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of battery.
  • Page 153: Engine Oil

    Vehicle care If the bonnet is opened during an 9 Danger Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons. The ignition system uses extremely high voltage. Do not Closing touch. Before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder. Bonnet Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch.
  • Page 154: Engine Coolant

    Vehicle care Engine coolant Caution The coolant provides freeze It is the owner's responsibility to protection down to approx. -28 °C. In maintain the proper level of an northern countries with very low appropriate quality oil in the temperatures the factory filled coolant engine.
  • Page 155: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle care the coolant concentration checked Caution and have the cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop. Only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides Washer fluid protection at low temperatures or a sudden drop in temperature. Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise...
  • Page 156: Vehicle Battery

    Vehicle care charging of the battery. Short- Battery discharge protection 3 109. distance-driving and frequent engine Replacing the vehicle battery starts can discharge the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of unnecessary Note electrical consumers. Any deviation from the instructions given in this section may lead to temporary deactivation of the stop- start system.
  • Page 157 ■ Explosive gas may be present in Vauxhall battery. the vicinity of the battery. Note Using an AGM battery different from the original Vauxhall battery might result in a lower performance of the stop-start system. We recommend that you have the vehicle battery replaced by a workshop.
  • Page 158: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle care Bulb replacement Wiper blade replacement Wiper blade on the rear window Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands.
  • Page 159 Vehicle care 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb holder and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder with the clip downwards and engage into the reflector until it clicks. 5. Install cap. High beam (2) 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb Low beam outer bulb (1).
  • Page 160 Vehicle care Sidelight/Daytime running light Version with bulb 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb 2. Remove the bulb from the socket holder. Withdraw the bulb holder by pulling. from the reflector. 3. Replace and insert new bulb into 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb socket.
  • Page 161: Tail Lights

    Vehicle care Front turn signal lights 2. Undo screw and remove light 4. Remove bulb by turning assembly from the bumper. anticlockwise a little and withdrawing. Replace the bulb. 5. Insert the bulb socket into the assembly and turn clockwise. 6.
  • Page 162 Vehicle care Version with subwoofer box: 4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise remove load compartment floor and remove. Replace bulb by cover, on right side also remove withdrawing: the tool box to gain access to the Turn signal light 1 cover 3 64. Tail light 2 Version with storage box: remove Tail light/Brake light 3...
  • Page 163 Vehicle care Fit light assembly with the retaining pins into the recesses of the vehicle body and tighten the securing nut from inside the load compartment. Pull the circular gasket over the recess in the lamp housing. Close cover and engage. Reversing light/rear fog light Reversing light is located on the right side of the bumper, and the rear fog...
  • Page 164: Number Plate Light

    Vehicle care 4. Remove bulb by turning 4. Insert bulb holder and turn anticlockwise slightly and clockwise. withdrawing. Replace the bulb. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to 5. Insert the bulb socket into the the left and insert right end. assembly and turn clockwise.
  • Page 165: Electrical System

    Vehicle care Electrical system 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. Fuses 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. Data on the replacement fuse must 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let match the data on the defective fuse. engage.
  • Page 166: Engine Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse There are different kinds of fuses in the vehicle. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top, and withdraw fuse. Depending on the type of fuse, a The fuse box is in the front left of the blown fuse can be recognized by its engine compartment.
  • Page 167 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit – Engine control module Exterior mirror switch Fuel pump Body control module – Chassis control module Injection coil – Daytime running light left Injection system – Washer system Body control module Lighting system Vehicle battery sensor Engine control module Headlamp levelling, TPMS, –...
  • Page 168: Fuse Box

    Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box No. Circuit Circuit Clutch ABS pump – Front wiper Blower Instrument panel – – – Cooling fan low In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse Cooling fan high box is behind the light switch in the Cooling fan instrument panel.
  • Page 169 Vehicle care No. Circuit – – Power windows Voltage transformer Body control module 1 Body control module 2 Body control module 3 In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse Body control module 4 box is located behind a cover in the glovebox.
  • Page 170 Vehicle care Vehicle tools No. Circuit No. Circuit Air conditioning system – Tools Audio amplifier – Vehicles with tyre repair kit Parking assist Rear wiper Brake switch Cigarette lighter Audio system – Display – – – Instrument panel Seat heating, driver –...
  • Page 171 Vehicle care On version with storage box, the On version with subwoofer box, the On versions with rear carrier system suitcase with the tools, the towing eye tools and the towing eye are located or liquid gas engine, the tools are and the tyre repair kit is located in a together with the tyre repair kit and located together with the towing eye...
  • Page 172: Wheels And Tyres

    Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Tyre designations Vehicles with spare wheel E.g. 195/55 R 16 95 H Tyre condition, wheel condition 195 = Tyre width, mm = Cross-section ratio (tyre Drive over edges slowly and at right height to tyre width), % angles if possible.
  • Page 173 Vehicle care Tyre pressures differ depending on If the tyre pressure must be reduced various options. For the correct tyre or increased on a vehicle with tyre pressure value, follow the procedure pressure monitoring system, switch below: off ignition. After adjusting tyre pressure switch on ignition and select 1.
  • Page 174 Vehicle care Note In countries where the tyre pressure monitoring system is legally required, the use of wheels without pressure sensors will invalidate the vehicle type approval. The current tyre pressures can be shown in the Vehicle Information Menu in the Driver Information Centre with Uplevel-Display.
  • Page 175 Vehicle care Vehicle messages 3 93. valve core and sealing ring. For the Select: clipped sensor; replace complete If the tyre pressure must be reduced ■ Light for comfort pressure up to valve stem. or increased, switch off ignition. 3 people Only mount wheels with pressure ■...
  • Page 176: Tread Depth

    Vehicle care Changing tyre and wheel The tyre pressure value displayed in the Driver Information Centre shows size the actual tyre pressure. Therefore it is important to check tyre pressure If tyres of a different size than those with cold tyres. fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the speedometer as well as the nominal...
  • Page 177: Tyre Chains

    Vehicle care If the wheel covers and tyres used are Tyre chains are only permitted on the Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that not factory approved, the tyres must front wheels. is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired not have a rim protection ridge. with the tyre repair kit.
  • Page 178 Vehicle care The tyre repair kit is in the tool box On versions with subwoofer box the under the floor cover in the load tyre repair kit is located in the box compartment. under the floor cover in the load compartment.
  • Page 179 Vehicle care 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 9. Connect the compressor plug to the connection on the sealant the power outlet or cigarette bottle. lighter socket. 5. Fit the sealant bottle into the To avoid discharging the battery, retainer on the compressor.
  • Page 180 Vehicle care 12. All of the sealant is pumped into tyre is too badly damaged. Seek hose directly onto tyre valve and the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated. the assistance of a workshop. compressor when doing this. 13. The prescribed tyre pressure Drain excess tyre pressure with should be obtained within the button over the pressure...
  • Page 181: Wheel Changing

    Vehicle care Wheel changing Note ■ No people or animals may be in the The driving characteristics of the vehicle when it is jacked-up. Some vehicles are equipped with a repaired tyre are severely affected, ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel therefore have this tyre replaced.
  • Page 182 Vehicle care 1. Disengage wheel bolt caps with a bolt before installing the wheel screwdriver and remove. Pull off wrench. The key adapter is the wheel cover with the hook. located in the glovebox. Vehicle tools 3 169. Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel bolt caps with a screwdriver and remove.
  • Page 183 Vehicle care 4. Set the jack to the necessary 9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring Jacking position for lifting height. Position it directly below that it locates securely and tighten platform the jacking point in a manner that each bolt in a crosswise prevents it from slipping.
  • Page 184: Spare Wheel

    Vehicle care The spare wheel has a steel rim. Caution The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible.
  • Page 185 Vehicle care 4. Lift the spare wheel holder a bit by 11. Close the empty spare wheel hand and unhook the catch. holder by turning the hexagon bolt clockwise successively using the 5. Lower the spare wheel holder. wheel wrench. 12.
  • Page 186 Vehicle care 2. Untwist wing nut and remove tool 6. Insert the strap through the 4. Remove strap 1 from the tool box box. spokes of the wheel as shown in and place the loop end of the strap the illustration. through the right side lashing eye.
  • Page 187 Vehicle care 4. Take strap 1 and place the loop end of the strap through the right side lashing eye. 5. Place the hook end of the strap through the loop and pull it until the strap is fastened securely to the lashing eye.
  • Page 188: Jump Starting

    Vehicle care Jump starting If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the 9 Warning rear while towing another vehicle, mount the temporary spare wheel in Do not start with a quick charger. Storing a jack, a wheel or other the front and the full size tyre in the equipment in the load A vehicle with a discharged vehicle...
  • Page 189 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 jump starting process. battery.
  • Page 190: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle care Towing 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 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.
  • Page 191: Towing Another Vehicle

    Vehicle care Towing another vehicle Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. 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 Screw in the towing eye as far as it will...
  • Page 192: Appearance Care

    Vehicle care Appearance care If using a vehicle wash, comply with Caution the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiper Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. and rear window wiper must be Excessive tractive force can switched off. Remove antenna and Locks damage the vehicle.
  • Page 193: Exterior Lights

    Vehicle care On vehicles with emblem touchpad: Paintwork polish with silicone forms a Glass panel when cleaning with a high-pressure protective film, making waxing Never clean with solvents or abrasive jet cleaner ensure a minimum unnecessary. agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g. distance of 30 cm when working paint cleaner, acetone-containing Plastic body parts must not be treated...
  • Page 194: Interior Care

    Vehicle care After the underbody is washed, check Rear carrier system Clothing fabrics may not be the underbody and have it waxed if colourfast. This could cause visible Clean the rear carrier system with a necessary. discolourations, especially on light- steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner coloured upholstery.
  • Page 195: Service And Maintenance

    Service and maintenance Service and General information Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, maintenance Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Service information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, In order to ensure economical and Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, safe vehicle operation and to Sweden, Switzerland, United General information ....
  • Page 196: Recommended Fluids

    Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Make sure that the Service and aging control, whereas viscosity Warranty Booklet is completed grade gives information on the oil's lubricants and parts correctly as continuous proof of thickness over a temperature range. service is essential if any warranty or Dexos is the newest engine oil quality Recommended fluids and goodwill claims are to be met, and is...
  • Page 197 Service and maintenance Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze. Consult a 3 199. workshop. The system is factory filled with Additional engine oil additives coolant designed for excellent The use of additional engine oil...
  • Page 198: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....197 Vehicle data ....... 199 The identification plate is located on the left door frame. The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen.
  • Page 199: Engine Identification

    Technical data Information on identification label: Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over 1 = Manufacturer those given in this manual. 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number Engine identification 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg The technical data tables show the 5 = Permissible gross train weight...
  • Page 200: Vehicle Data

    Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 –...
  • Page 201 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔ – dexos 2 –...
  • Page 202 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ ✔ ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ API SM ✔...
  • Page 203: Engine Data

    Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.4 LPG Engine identifier code A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL A14XER Number of cylinders 1229 1398 1398 1398 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 5600 6000 5200-6000 6000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 4000 4000 4000 4000 Fuel type...
  • Page 204 Technical data Performance A14XEL Engine A12XEL A14XEL A14XER Maximum speed [mph] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – – – 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.
  • Page 205: Vehicle Weight

    Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A12XEL 1086/1101 – [kg] A14XEL 1120/1135 – A14XEL 1163/1178 – A14XER 1120/1135 – Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight. Loading information 3 67.
  • Page 206: Vehicle Dimensions

    Technical data Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 3698 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1720 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 1966 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1480-1486 Length of load compartment floor [mm] Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1041 Load compartment width [mm] Load compartment height [mm]...
  • Page 207 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL A14XER including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Engine A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL A14XER Petrol, refilling quantity [l] LPG, refilling quantity [l] – – –...
  • Page 208: Tyre Pressures

    Technical data Tyre pressures Comfort with up to 3 With full load people ECO with up to 3 people Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A12XEL, 175/70 R14, 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) A14XEL,...
  • Page 209: Customer Information

    Customer information Customer information Customer information Vehicle data recording and privacy Declaration of conformity Event data recorders This vehicle has systems that Customer information ....208 transmit and/or receive radio waves Vehicle data recording and pri‐ Data storage modules in the subject to Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 210 Motion profiles indicating travelled openers. RFID technology in allow the transmission of particular routes cannot be created with these Vauxhall vehicles does not use or vehicle data from the vehicle. data. record personal information or link with any other Vauxhall system If services are used (e.g.
  • Page 211: Index

    Index Brake and clutch fluid....195 Brake and clutch system ..... 84 Accessories and vehicle Brake assist ....... 126 modifications ......150 Brake fluid ........154 Adjustable air vents ....117 Brakes ....... 125, 154 Airbag and belt tensioners ... 83 Breakdown........
  • Page 212 Cruise control ...... 86, 130 Engine oil pressure ...... 86 Cupholders ........50 Entry lighting ......108 Gauges......... 77 Curtain airbag system ....41 Event data recorders....208 Glass panel ........29 Exit lighting ........ 108 Glovebox ........50 Exterior care ......191 Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Danger, Warnings and Cautions .
  • Page 213 Indicators........77 Power windows ......27 Information displays...... 87 Puncture........180 Malfunction indicator light .... 83 Instrument cluster ......77 Manual anti-dazzle ...... 26 Instrument panel fuse box ..167 Manual transmission ....124 Radio Frequency Identification Instrument panel illumination ..164 Memorised settings......
  • Page 214 Service ........118 Towing the vehicle ..... 189 Vehicle jack........ 169 Service display ......79 Traction Control system ..... 127 Vehicle messages ....... 93 Service information ....194 Transmission ....... 16 Vehicle personalisation ....98 Service vehicle soon ....84 Tread depth .......

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