Page 1 OPEL ADAM Owner's Manual...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 21 Seats, restraints ......34 Storage ........53 Instruments and controls ..... 71 Lighting ........107 Climate control ......115 Driving and operating ....125 Vehicle care ....... 162 Service and maintenance ..
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Introduction...
Page 5 Operation is Introduction prices. Experienced mechanics similar for right-hand drive trained by Opel work according to vehicles. Your vehicle is a designed specific Opel instructions. ● The Owner's Manual uses the combination of advanced technology, The customer literature pack should engine identifier code.
Page 6 We wish you many hours of Disregarding this information may pleasurable driving. endanger life. Adam Opel AG 9 Warning Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.
Page 7 Introduction...
Page 8: In Brief
In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Initial drive information To open the tailgate, press the brand emblem at the bottom half. Press c to unlock the doors and load Radio remote control 3 22, Central compartment. Open the doors by locking system 3 23, Load pulling the handles.
Page 9 In brief Seat adjustment Backrest inclination Seat height Longitudinal adjustment Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Lever pumping motion Do not lean on backrest while : seat higher Pull handle, slide seat, release adjusting. down : seat lower handle. Try to move the seat back and Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment forth to ensure that the seat is locked...
Page 10: 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 adjust the mirror, move the mirror twisted and must fit close against the Head restraints 3 34.
Page 11: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In brief Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment 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 29, Electric adjustment 3 29, Folding Do not adjust the steering wheel exterior mirrors 3 29.
Page 12 In brief Instrument panel overview...
Page 13 In brief Power windows ..... 31 Traction Control system ..138 22 Ignition switch with steering wheel lock .... 126 Exterior mirrors ..... 29 Electronic Stability Control . 139 23 Horn ........73 Cruise control ..... 141 Parking assist ..... 144 Driver airbag ......
Page 14 In brief...
Page 15: Ignition Switch With Steering Wheel Lock
In brief Power windows ..... 31 Eco button for stop-start 19 AUX input, USB input ... 10 system ......... 128 Exterior mirrors ..... 29 20 Selector lever, Traction Control system ..138 transmission ....... 132 Cruise control ..... 141 21 Parking brake ...... 137 Electronic Stability Control .
Page 16 In brief Exterior lighting Light switch with automatic light Headlight flash, high beam and control low beam Light switch AUTO : automatic light control: headlight flash : pull lever Turn light switch: exterior lighting is switched high beam : push lever on and off automatically low beam : push or pull lever...
Page 17 In brief Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Horn lever up : right turn signal Operated by pressing ¨. Press j. lever down : left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 109. Turn and lane-change signals 3 110, Parking lights 3 110.
Page 18: 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 73, : fast Washer fluid 3 166. upper switch : continuous : slow operation INT : interval wiping...
Page 19 In brief Rear window washer Climate control Demisting and defrosting the windows Heated rear window Push lever. ● Set air distribution control to l. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear The heating is operated by pressing window and the wiper wipes a few ●...
Page 20: Starting Off
In brief Transmission Manual transmission automated Starting off Manual transmission Check before starting off ● tyre pressure and condition 3 186, 3 225 ● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 165 ● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational ●...
Page 21 In brief Starting the engine Stop-start system Vehicles with manual transmission automated If the vehicle is at a standstill with depressed brake pedal, Autostop is activated automatically, indicated by the needle at the AUTOSTOP position in the tachometer. Release the brake pedal or move selector lever out of D to restart the engine.
Page 22 In brief Parking key. Turn the front wheels Caution towards the kerb. 9 Warning After running at high engine ● Close the windows and the speeds or with high engine loads, sunroof. ● Do not park the vehicle on an operate the engine briefly at a low ●...
Page 23: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Power windows ......31 Heated rear window ....32 windows Sun visors ........32 Keys Roof ..........33 Sunroof ........33 Caution Glass panel ....... 33 Keys, locks ........21 Do not attach heavy or bulky items Keys ..........
Page 24: Car Pass
Keys, doors and windows Key with foldaway key section Radio remote control Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: ● The range is exceeded. ● The battery voltage is too low. ●...
Page 25: Memorised Settings
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control battery Extend the key and open the unit. ● comfort settings Replace the battery (battery type replacement ● climate control CR 2032), paying attention to the The saved settings are automatically Replace the battery as soon as the installation position.
Page 26 Keys, doors and windows Note Two settings are selectable in the Three minutes after unlocking with Info-Display: the remote control, the doors are ● To unlock only the driver's door, relocked automatically if no door has load compartment and fuel filler been opened.
Page 27: Automatic Locking
Keys, doors and windows Fault in radio remote control Fault in central locking system system Unlocking Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. The passenger door can be opened by pulling the interior handle twice. The load compartment and fuel filler flap cannot be opened.
Page 28: Doors
Keys, doors and windows Doors Settings can be changed in the Closing Info-Display. Load compartment Vehicle personalisation 3 100. The settings can be saved for the key Tailgate being used 3 23. Opening Use interior handle. Do not press the emblem whilst closing as this will unlock the tailgate again.
Page 29: Vehicle Security
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Activating 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 30: Immobiliser
Keys, doors and windows Activation Status during the first 30 seconds of The alarm can be silenced by anti-theft alarm system activation: pressing any button on the radio ● Self-activated 30 seconds after remote control or by switching on the LED illuminates : test, arming delay locking the vehicle by pressing e ignition.
Page 31: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors If the control indicator d flashes when In position 0 no mirror is selected. the ignition is on, there is a fault in the system; the engine cannot be started. Convex shape Folding mirrors Switch off the ignition and repeat the The convex exterior mirror contains For pedestrian safety, the exterior...
Page 32: Heated Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Operated by pressing Ü. Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. Heating works with the engine To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on running and is switched off the underside of the mirror housing to automatically after a short time.
Page 33: Windows
Keys, doors and windows Windows Safety function If the window glass encounters Windscreen resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is Windscreen stickers immediately stopped and opened again. Do not attach stickers, e.g. toll road stickers or similar, on the windscreen Override safety function in the area of the interior mirror.
Page 34: Heated Rear Window
Keys, doors and windows Initialising the power windows Heated rear window If the windows cannot be closed automatically (e.g. after disconnecting the vehicle battery), a warning message or a warning code is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Vehicle messages 3 97. Activate the window electronics as follows: 1.
Page 35: Roof
Keys, doors and windows Roof sunroof completely. To stop movement during automatic run operate switch once more. Sunroof Hold < depressed: sunroof closes as Foldable power sunroof long as switch is operated. 9 Warning Glass panel Take care when operating the Sunblind sunroof.
Page 36: Seats, Restraints
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Front head restraints, height Position adjustment Head restraints ......34 9 Warning Front seats ........35 Seat position ......35 Only drive with the head restraint Seat adjustment ......36 set to the proper position. Seat folding .......
Page 37: Front Seats
Seats, restraints Front seats Rear head restraints, height adjustment Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from Press both catches, pull the head the steering wheel, to permit safe restraint upwards and remove.
Page 38: Seat Adjustment
Seats, restraints ● Sit with shoulders as far back Longitudinal adjustment against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel.
Page 39: Seat Folding
Seats, restraints Backrest inclination Seat height Seat folding 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 40: Heating
Seats, restraints The memory function allows the seat Remove seat belt from belt mount on Heating to engage in its original position after the backrest. folding. Pull release lever located on the Do not operate backrest adjuster backrest, fold backrest forwards and handwheel when backrest is folded release lever.
Page 41: Seat Belts
Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by Belt force limiters only one person at a time. Child On the front seats, stress on the body restraint system 3 47. is reduced by the gradual release of Periodically check all parts of the belt the belt during a collision.
Page 42: Three-Point Seat Belt
Seats, restraints pretensioners. Do not make any Unfasten modifications to belt pretensioner components as this will invalidate the vehicle type approval. Three-point seat belt Fasten 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.
Page 43: Airbag System
Seats, restraints Airbag system Using the seat belt while pregnant necessary to have the steering wheel, the instrument panel, parts of the panelling, the door seals, The airbag system consists of a handles and the seats replaced. number of individual systems Do not make any modifications to depending on the scope of the airbag system as this will...
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Page 45 Seats, restraints AIRBAG ATTIVO di fronte ad esso: на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ JASTUKOM ispred sedišta zato što pericolo di MORTE o LESIONI ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це DETE može da NASTRADA ili da se GRAVI per il BAMBINO! може призвести до СМЕРТІ чи TEŠKO POVREDI.
Page 46: Front Airbag System
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Page 47: Side Airbag System
Seats, restraints Curtain airbag system Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then is the The curtain airbag system consists of airbag able to protect. an airbag in the roof frame on each side. The location is identified by the Side airbag system word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
Page 48: Airbag Deactivation
Seats, restraints 9 Warning 9 Danger Keep the area in which the airbag Deactivate passenger airbag only inflates clear of obstructions. in combination with the use of a child restraint system, subject to The hooks on the handles in the the instructions and restrictions in roof frame are only suitable for the table 3 49.
Page 49: Child Restraints
Child restraint systems forbidden on certain seats. passenger airbag system will inflate We recommend the following Opel in the event of a collision. child restraint systems which are 9 Danger If both control indicators are...
Page 50 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 51: 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 52 Seats, restraints : if the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, adjust seat backrest inclination to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side. Move seat height adjustment in the uppermost position. : remove rear head restraint when using child restraint systems in this group 3 34 * : move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system to one of the foremost adjustment positions ** : move the front passenger seat to the rearmost adjustment position.
Page 53 Seats, restraints Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear seats Group II: 15 to 25 kg or approx. 3 to 7 years Group III: 22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 to 12 years : 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 : no ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class...
Page 54: Isofix Child Restraint Systems
Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Remove rear head restraint before ISOFIX child restraint systems of mounting a child restraint system, if universal category positions are systems required 3 49. marked in the table by IUF. Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX Remove rear head restraint before child restraint systems to the ISOFIX Top-tether fastening eyes mounting a child restraint system, if...
Page 55: 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 ....53 The glovebox should be closed whilst Glovebox ........53 Do not store heavy or sharp driving.
Page 56: Front Storage
Storage Additional cupholders or bottle Front storage holders 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 57: Rear Carrier System
Storage Rear carrier system electrically-powered bicycle to the Caution pull-out carrier. The maximum load on Rear carrier system for two the adapter is 20 kg. Consult your bicycle dealer before bicycles The wheelbase of a bicycle must not attaching bicycles with carbon exceed 1.15 metres.
Page 58 Storage Pull release lever up. The system Fold out tail lamps objects to the system and slide the disengages and travels quickly out of system back. Seek the assistance the bumper. of a workshop. Unfold number plate light Swivel hinges of both tail lamps backwards as far as it will go.
Page 59 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 60 Storage Push down the rack (1) and swivel Press button (1) and insert left part of handle (2) backwards to engage. rack into the right part (2). Attaching the adapter When carrying two bicycles, the adapter must be fixed before attaching the first bicycle.
Page 61 Storage 4. Guide the strap attached to the 3. Secure both bicycle wheels to the adapter underneath the lever for wheel recesses using the strap folding back the rear carrier retainers. system. Fasten the strap. 4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure.
Page 62 Storage ● Without attached adapter: 5. Additionally, secure both bicycle 2. Position the bicycles on the rear Push the lever (1) to disengage wheels of the rear bicycle to the carrier system alternately aligned and hold. wheel recesses using the to the left and to the right.
Page 63 Storage Removing bicycles Undo strap retainers on both bicycle tyres. Turn knob anticlockwise and remove mounting brackets. Detaching adapter 1. Fold in wheel recesses. Hold frame (1) of rear bicycle with 3. Turn the lever (1) forwards and one hand and pull the loop (2) to hold.
Page 64 Storage Disassembling the bicycle rack Fold the rack backwards, then push forwards until it stops (1). Press the rack down at the rear (2). Fold in wheel recess Fold in wheel recess. Fasten strap. Arrange mounting bracket as shown in the illustration. Press button (1) and remove upper Swivel handle (1) sideways to part of rack (2).
Page 65 Storage Unlock the rear carrier system Fold in tail lamps Fold in number plate light Swivel both clamping levers inwards First swivel tail lamps (1) forwards as Fold number plate light forwards. as far as it will go. Fasten strap. far as it will go.
Page 66: Load Compartment
Storage Load compartment 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. Push the release lever up and hold. Pull the loop on one or both backrests Lift the system slightly and push it into and fold them down onto the seat...
Page 67: 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 Hook for carrier bags the load compartment. The cover is lockable by turning the knob.
Page 68: Load Compartment Cover
Storage ● Raise the lashing eyes on both Lift up the cover at the rear end. It Rear floor storage cover sides and turn the lock hooks to engages in a nearly vertical position. the front to fix the box to the Further opening is possible.
Page 69 Storage Removal ● Move the floor cover slowly to the To gain access to the right cover in front, taking care that the guiding the load compartment, e.g. for bulb Remove floor cover to gain access to bolts slide into the attachments of replacement, fold down rear right emergency breakdown equipment the load compartment, and allow...
Page 70: Lashing Eyes
Storage General hint The lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.g. using lashing straps or luggage net. 9 Warning Warning triangle 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.
Page 71: First Aid Kit
Storage Roof rack system Loading information First aid kit Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. For further information contact your workshop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use.
Page 72 Storage ● Secure loose objects in the load detrimental effect on vehicle 9 Warning compartment to prevent them handling due to the vehicle's from sliding. higher centre of gravity. Always make sure that the load in Distribute the load evenly and ●...
Page 73: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Instruments and Service display ......82 Colour-Info-Display ....95 Control indicators ...... 83 Graphic-Info-Display ....96 controls Turn signal ......... 85 Vehicle messages ......97 Seat belt reminder ..... 85 Warning chimes ......99 Airbag and belt tensioners ..86 Battery voltage ......
Page 74: Controls
Instruments and controls Controls Steering wheel controls Heated steering wheel Steering wheel adjustment The Infotainment system, the cruise Activate heating by pressing *. control and a connected mobile Activation is indicated by the LED in phone can be operated via the the button.
Page 75: Horn
Instruments and controls The highlighted grip areas of the Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval steering wheel are heated quicker and to a higher temperature than the Windscreen wiper other areas. Heating is operational when the engine is running and during an Autostop.
Page 76 Instruments and controls Automatic wiping with rain sensor Adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. INT : automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Windscreen washer sensitivity: The rain sensor detects the amount of low sensitivity : turn adjuster...
Page 77: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed Outside temperature onto the windscreen and the wiper A drop in temperature is indicated wipes a few times. immediately and a rise in temperature Washer fluid 3 166 after a time delay. Temperatures below 3 °C are displayed flashing.
Page 78: Clock
Instruments and controls If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, Note a warning message is displayed in the For a detailed description of menu Driver Information Centre. operation, refer to the Infotainment manual. 9 Warning Set time The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 °C.
Page 79 Instruments and controls Set date 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. In such cases, it is recommended to switch off the automatic time synchronisation.
Page 80: Power Outlets
Instruments and controls Set time and date Power outlets Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs. Stop-start system 3 128. Inductive charging 9 Warning Inductive charging can affect the operation of implanted To adjust the time and date settings, pacemakers or other medical...
Page 81: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and controls The mobile phone must be smaller Press in cigarette lighter. It switches than 8 cm in width and 15 cm in length off automatically once the element is to fit into the charging device. glowing. Pull out lighter. To charge a mobile phone: Ashtrays 1.
Page 82: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indicators
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 km.
Page 83: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Because of the fuel remaining in the LED illu‐ : liquid gas operation tank, the top-up quantity may be less minates than the specified tank capacity. : liquid gas tank is empty flashes or failure in liquid gas five system.
Page 84: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Instruments and controls Engine coolant temperature Caution gauge If engine coolant temperature is too high, stop vehicle, switch off engine. Danger to engine. Check coolant level. Service display The engine oil life system lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter.
Page 85: Control Indicators
Instruments and controls Next service When the system has calculated that engine oil life has diminished, a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre. Have engine oil and filter changed by a workshop within one week or 500 km (whichever occurs first). Driver Information Centre 3 90.
Page 86 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
Page 87: Turn Signal
Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre R Brake and clutch system Cruise control 3 90 console 3 87 Door open 3 90 - Operate pedal 3 87 Turn signal u Antilock brake system (ABS) 3 88 O illuminates or flashes green. Upshift 3 88 Illuminates briefly Power steering 3 88...
Page 88: Airbag And Belt Tensioners
Instruments and controls X in the Driver Information Centre Deployment of the belt pretensioners k for front passenger seat illuminates or flashes red in the centre console, flashes or illuminates. or airbags is indicated by continuous illumination of v. when the seat is occupied. Illuminates Illuminates After having started the engine for a...
Page 89: Malfunction Indicator Light
Instruments and controls Illuminates when the ignition is Flashes when the engine is 9 Warning switched on and extinguishes shortly running after the engine starts. Stop. Do not continue your Fault that could lead to catalytic journey. Consult a workshop. Illuminates when the engine is converter damage.
Page 90: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and controls Antilock brake system EcoFlex drive assistant 3 90. Have the cause of the fault in the system remedied by a workshop. (ABS) Power steering Ultrasonic parking assist 3 144. u illuminates yellow. c illuminates yellow. Illuminates for a few seconds after the Electronic Stability Control ignition is switched on.
Page 91: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Instruments and controls operational. Driving stability, Engine oil pressure 9 Warning however, may deteriorate depending I illuminates red. on road surface conditions. When the engine is off, Illuminates when the ignition is Have the cause of the fault remedied considerably more force is needed switched on and extinguishes shortly by a workshop.
Page 92: Immobiliser
Instruments and controls Information displays Immobiliser Illuminates green d flashes yellow. Cruise control is active. Driver Information Centre Fault in the immobiliser system. The Cruise control 3 141. The Driver Information Centre is engine cannot be started. located in the instrument cluster. Door open Exterior light It is available as Midlevel-Display or...
Page 93 Instruments and controls ● trip/fuel information menu, see Uplevel-Display Vehicle messages pop-up when following required. ● vehicle messages, displayed as Vehicle personalisation 3 100. code numbers 3 97. Memorised settings 3 23. Select menu pages by pressing Selecting menus and functions MENU or turning the adjuster wheel on the turn signal lever.
Page 94 Instruments and controls Press SET/CLR to select a function or to confirm a message. Vehicle Information Menu Press MENU to select the Vehicle Information page. Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Follow the instructions given in the submenus. ●...
Page 95 Instruments and controls Selection and indication can be ● average consumption 2 different between Midlevel- and ● average speed 2 Uplevel-Display. Trip/Fuel Information Menu Press MENU to select the Trip/Fuel Information Page. Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Midlevel-Display ●...
Page 96 Instruments and controls On vehicles with LPG engines: Y 3 89. Average consumption is indicated for Fuel range LPG version the currently selected mode (LPG or Display of approximate fuel range petrol). available with the remaining fuel in Average speed each respective fuel tank of petrol and Display of average speed.
Page 97: Colour-Info-Display
Instruments and controls Submenus are: ● Top consumers: List of top Colour-Info-Display comfort consumers currently Depending on the vehicle switched on is displayed in configuration, the vehicle has a descending order. Fuel saving Colour-Info-Display with touchscreen potential is indicated. functionality. The Colour-Info-Display with touchscreen functionality indicates in colour:...
Page 98: Graphic-Info-Display
Instruments and controls Selecting menus and settings Vehicle personalisation 3 100. ● Infotainment system, see description in the Infotainment Menus and settings are selected via manual Graphic-Info-Display the touch screen display. ● settings for vehicle Depending on the vehicle personalisation 3 100 configuration, the vehicle has a Graphic-Info-Display.
Page 99: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages To exit the Settings menu, press Vehicle messages on the BACK repeatedly or press CONFIG Midlevel-Display after confirming the changes. Messages are indicated mainly in the Vehicle personalisation 3 100. Driver Information Centre, in some cases together with a warning and Memorised settings 3 23.
Page 100 Instruments and controls No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message Turn steering wheel, start 28 Right rear turn signal failure 76 Service side blind spot alert engine again system 35 Replace battery in radio remote 12 Vehicle overloaded control 79 Top up engine oil 13 Compressor overheated...
Page 101: Warning Chimes
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages on the ● wiper/washer system ● If seat belt is not fastened. Uplevel-Display ● doors, windows ● If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting off. ● radio remote control ● If a certain speed is exceeded ●...
Page 102: Vehicle Personalisation
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation When the vehicle battery voltage is running low, a warning code 174 will appear in the Driver Information The vehicle's behaviour can be Centre. personalised via changing the Uplevel-Display settings in the Info-Display. When the vehicle battery voltage is Some of the personal settings for running low, a warning message will different drivers can be memorised...
Page 103 Instruments and controls Air conditioning mode: Controls Side blind zone alert: Changes ● Remote locking, unlocking, the state of the cooling the settings for the side blind spot starting compressor when the vehicle is alert system. Remote unlock feedback: started. Last setting ●...
Page 104 Instruments and controls Vehicle settings Personalization By Driver: Activates or deactivates the ● Climate & air quality personalisation function. Auto Fan Max Speed: Modifies Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear: the level of the cabin airflow of the Activates or deactivates climate control in automatic automatic switching on of the mode.
Page 105: Onstar
Instruments and controls OnStar Delayed Door Lock: Activates or ● Smartphone application deactivates the delayed door ● Remote control, e.g. location of locking function. This feature the vehicle, activation of horn and OnStar is a personal connectivity and delays the actual locking of the lights, control of central locking service assistant with integrated doors until all doors are closed.
Page 106 Instruments and controls Note Red / green flashing for a short period Wi-Fi hotspot Depending on the equipment, the of time: Transmission of the vehicle The Wi-Fi hotspot of the vehicle OnStar buttons can also be location has been deactivated. provides internet connectivity with a integrated in the rear view mirror.
Page 107 Instruments and controls Note Remote control Restart prevention To change the SSID or password, By sending remote signals, OnStar If desired, use any phone to call an press Z and talk to an advisor or log can prevent the vehicle from advisor, who can remotely operate restarting once it has been turned off.
Page 108 Instruments and controls maintenance items and tyre pressure Account data The deactivation is indicated by the (only with tyre pressure monitoring status light flashing red and green for An OnStar subscriber has an account system). a short period of time and each time where all the data is stored.
Page 109: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......107 Light switch ......107 Automatic light control ..... 108 High beam ....... 108 Headlight flash ......108 Headlight range adjustment ..109 Headlights when driving abroad ........
Page 110: Automatic Light Control
Lighting When switching on the ignition, depending on the lighting conditions High beam automatic light control is active. and information given by the rain sensor system. When headlights are on, 8 illuminates. Control indicator 8 Daytime running light 3 109. 3 90.
Page 111: Headlight Range Adjustment
Lighting Headlight range adjustment Headlights when driving Daytime running lights abroad Daytime running light increases Manual headlight range visibility of the vehicle during daylight. The asymmetrical headlight beam adjustment They are switched on automatically extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side.
Page 112: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Lighting Turn and lane-change Switch the turn signal off manually by Parking lights 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 113: Reversing Lights
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 the ignition is on and reverse gear is Interior lights illumination control selected. Front courtesy light Misted light covers During entry and exit of the vehicle, The inside of the light housing may...
Page 114 Lighting Note Pressing m after switching off ignition; In the event of an accident with ambient light remains on for airbag deployment the courtesy 60 minutes. lights are turned on automatically. Starlight panel Dome light Starlight panel consists of approx. Spotlight incorporated in the interior 64 LEDs.
Page 115: Lighting Features
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 ● illumination of some switches press Welcome lighting T repeated : dimming ●...
Page 116: Battery Discharge Protection
Lighting Activating The settings can be saved for the key Switching off electric lights being used 3 23. To prevent discharge of the vehicle battery when the ignition is switched Battery discharge protection off, some interior lights are switched off automatically after some time. Vehicle battery state of charge function The function guarantees longest...
Page 117: Climate Control
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Temperature red : warm Heating and ventilation blue : cold system Climate control systems ..... 115 Heating will not be fully effective until Heating and ventilation system 115 the engine has reached normal Air conditioning system ...
Page 118: Air Conditioning System
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Air conditioning system Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal windows operating temperature. Fan speed Adjust the air flow by switching the fan to the desired speed. Air distribution M : to head area L : to head area and foot well K : to foot well and windscreen...
Page 119 Climate control Cooling n Activated cooling may inhibit humidity increases, so the Autostops. windows may mist up from inside. Stop-start system 3 128. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates, Air recirculation system 4 which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.
Page 120: Electronic Climate Control
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note If air distribution mode l is selected windows l while engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until another air distribution is selected. If air distribution mode l is selected while the engine is in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
Page 121 Climate control Controls for: Climate control settings are shown on ● Open all air vents to allow the Info-Display. Setting optimised air distribution in ● fan speed modifications are briefly popped-up, automatic mode. ● temperature superimposed over the currently ● Press n to switch on optimal ●...
Page 122 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note If V is pressed while the engine is windows V running, an Autostop will be inhibited until V is pressed again. If s is pressed with the fan switched on and the engine running, an Autostop will be inhibited until s is pressed again or until the fan is switched off.
Page 123 Climate control Fan speed Z Air distribution Return to automatic air distribution: press AUTO. Cooling n Turn right rotary knob for desired Turn left rotary knob to decrease or increase fan speed. The fan speed is adjustment. Setting is indicated in the indicated in the Info-Display.
Page 124 Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, Air recirculation mode 4 compartment air deteriorates, switch off the cooling system for fuel which may cause the vehicle saving reasons. occupants to feel drowsy. When the cooling system is switched off, no engine restart will be In warm and very humid ambient air requested by the climate control...
Page 125: Air Vents
Climate control Air vents Maintenance Adjustable air vents Air intake At least one air vent must be open while the cooling is on. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. 9 Warning The air intake in front of the Do not attach any objects to the windscreen in the engine slats of the air vents.
Page 126: Air Conditioning Regular Operation
Climate control Air conditioning regular operation 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 127: Driving And Operating
Driving and operating Driving and Driving hints Brakes ........136 Antilock brake system ..... 136 operating Control of the vehicle Parking brake ......137 Brake assist ......137 Never coast with engine not Hill start assist ......137 running Ride control systems ....138 Driving hints .......
Page 128: Steering
Driving and operating Starting and operating Use only floor mats, which fit properly Ignition switch positions and are fixed by the retainers on the driver side. New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Steering the first few journeys. If power steering assist is lost During the first drive, smoke may because the engine stops or due to a...
Page 129: Starting The Engine
Driving and operating Power to the Infotainment system will Turn key briefly to position 3 and is running. Because of the checking continue to operate for 30 minutes or release: an automatic procedure procedure, the engine starts running until the key is removed from the operates the starter after a brief after a short delay.
Page 130: Stop-Start System
Driving and operating Stop-start system Deactivation The engine will be switched off while the ignition stays on. The stop-start system helps to save Vehicles with manual transmission fuel and to reduce the exhaust automated: emissions. When conditions allow, it If the vehicle is at a standstill with switches off the engine as soon as the depressed brake pedal, Autostop is vehicle is at a low speed or at a...
Page 131 Driving and operating During an Autostop, the heating and ● The brake vacuum is sufficient. Restart of the engine by the driver brake performance will be ● The vehicle was driven at least at Vehicles with manual transmission: maintained. walking speed since the last Depress the clutch pedal to restart the Autostop.
Page 132: Parking
Driving and operating If one of the following conditions If an electrical accessory, e.g. a turn the front wheels away from occurs during an Autostop, the portable CD player, is connected to the kerb. engine will be restarted automatically the power outlet, a brief power drop If the vehicle is on a downhill by the stop-start system: during restart might be noticeable.
Page 133: Engine Exhaust
Driving and operating Engine exhaust Caution Caution After running at high engine Fuel grades other than those listed 9 Danger speeds or with high engine loads, on page 3 155 could damage the operate the engine briefly at a low catalytic converter or electronic Engine exhaust gases contain load or run in neutral for...
Page 134: Manual Transmission
Driving and operating Manual transmission Manual transmission Caution automated It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever. The automated manual transmission permits manual gearshifting (manual Gear shift indication 3 88. mode) or automatic gearshifting (automatic mode), both with Stop-start system 3 128.
Page 135: Transmission Display
Driving and operating Transmission display Starting is not possible if all brake Autostart lights fail. Release the brake pedal or move selector lever out of D to restart the Stop-start-system engine. The engine restart is indicated by the Autostop needle at the idle speed position in If the vehicle is at a standstill and the tachometer.
Page 136 Driving and operating Always move the selector lever in the To start-off without depressing the manual mode is only possible while appropriate direction as far as it will foot brake, accelerate immediately the engine is running or during an go. Upon release, it automatically after engaging a gear as long as D or Autostop.
Page 137: Manual Mode
Driving and operating Tyre pressure monitoring system When + or - is selected in automatic Kickdown mode, the transmission switches to To start the sensor matching process If the accelerator pedal is pressed manual mode and shifts accordingly. of the tyre pressure monitoring down completely in automatic mode, system, the selector lever must be Gear shift indication...
Page 138: Brakes
Driving and operating Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Fault as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains 9 Warning The brake system comprises two steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits. ABS control is made apparent If there is a fault in the ABS, the If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can through a pulse in the brake pedal...
Page 139: Parking Brake
Driving and operating Parking brake soon as the vehicle begins to To reduce the operating forces of accelerate or the two seconds holding the parking brake, depress the Manual parking brake time is over. brake pedal at the same time. The hill start assist is not active during an Autostop.
Page 140: Ride Control Systems
Driving and operating Ride control systems Deactivation Traction Control system The Traction Control system (TC) is a component of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC). TC improves driving stability when necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip, by preventing the drive wheels from spinning.
Page 141: Electronic Stability Control
Driving and operating Fault Deactivation If there is a fault in the system the control indicator b illuminates 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 142: City Mode
Driving and operating Information Centre and t Activation extinguishes when TC and ESC are reactivated. ESC is also reactivated the next time the ignition is switched on. Fault If there is a fault in the system the control indicator b illuminates continuously and a message or a warning code appears in the Driver Information Centre.
Page 143: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and operating Driver assistance Stop-start system 3 128. System calibration systems If control indicators c and b Deactivation illuminate simultaneously, a Press B; LED in the button calibration of the power steering extinguishes and a message pops-up 9 Warning system is necessary.
Page 144 Driving and operating For safety reasons the cruise control Activation cannot be activated until the brake Accelerate to the desired speed and pedal has been operated once. turn thumb wheel to SET/-, the Activating in first gear is not possible. current speed is stored and maintained.
Page 145: Speed Limiter
Driving and operating Automatic deactivation: Switching off Activation ● Vehicle speed is below approx. Press m; control indicator m in 30 km/h. instrument cluster extinguishes. The ● Vehicle speed drops more than stored speed is deleted. 25 km/h below the set speed. Pressing L to activate the speed ●...
Page 146: Parking Assist
Driving and operating In the event of an emergency, it is By pressing m to activate cruise possible to exceed the speed limit by control, speed limiter is also depressing the accelerator pedal deactivated and the stored speed is firmly nearly to the final point. In this deleted.
Page 147 Driving and operating sounds becomes shorter as the Manual deactivation is also possible vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. by pressing the parking assist button When the distance is less than approximately 30 cm, the sound is In both cases the LED in the button continuous.
Page 148 Driving and operating The front-rear parking assist Front-rear parking assist is always A long press of D (approx. measures the distance between the combined with advanced parking one second) activates or deactivates vehicle and obstacles in front and assist, see "Advanced parking assist" the advanced parking assist, see behind the vehicle.
Page 149 Driving and operating ● If a forward gear or neutral is vehicle in a distance range up to 80 selected, a brief press activates cm and against potentially hazardous or deactivates only front parking obstacles behind the vehicle in a assist.
Page 150 Driving and operating After a manual deactivation, the front- Always check the surrounding rear parking assist is activated again area in all directions when using if D is pressed. the advanced parking assist. The complete system can be manually deactivated in the vehicle The advanced parking assist personalisation menu in the measures a suitable parking slot...
Page 151 Driving and operating Button logic operates the systems by ● If forward gear or neutral is pressing D as follows: selected, a brief press activates or deactivates front parking ● If only front-rear parking assist is assist. active, a brief press deactivates ●...
Page 152 Driving and operating The system can only be activated at a speed up to 30 km/h and the system searches for a parking slot at a speed up to 30 km/h. 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 153 Driving and operating Select parallel or perpendicular metres for parallel parking slots or six Display indication parking slot by tapping the respective metres for perpendicular parking slots The instructions in the display show: icon on the display. after the Stop message is given. The ●...
Page 154 Driving and operating Display priorities Deactivation by the driver or by the Basic notes on parking assist system during manoeuvring will be Advanced parking assist indication on systems indicated by Parking Deactivated on the Driver Information Centre can be the display. Additionally, an acoustic inhibited by vehicle messages with a 9 Warning signal sounds.
Page 155: Side Blind Spot Alert
Driving and operating gateway, a courtyard or even a Side blind spot alert correct distance indication in the crossing as a parking slot. After upper part of these vehicles The Side blind spot alert system selecting reverse gear the system cannot be guaranteed.
Page 156 Driving and operating When the system detects a vehicle in Side blind spot alert is active from Side blind spot alert is designed to the side blind zone while driving speeds of 10 km/h up to 140 km/h. ignore stationary objects, e.g. forwards, either while passing a Driving faster than 140 km/h guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and...
Page 157: Fuel
Driving and operating Fuel The boiling point depends on the Caution pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient pressure, it is between -42 °C (pure Fuel for petrol engines Use of fuel that does not comply to propane) and -0.5 °C (pure butane). EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or Only use unleaded fuel that complies equivalent can lead to deposits or...
Page 158 Driving and operating Pressing LPG switches between The selected fuel mode is stored and Due to extreme temperatures in petrol and liquid gas operation as reactivated at the next ignition cycle if combination with the gas soon as the required parameters conditions allow.
Page 159: Refuelling
Driving and operating 9 Warning 9 Danger If you smell gas in the vehicle or in Fuel is flammable and explosive. the immediate vicinity, switch to No smoking. No naked flames or petrol mode immediately. No sparks. smoking. No naked flames or If you can smell fuel in your ignition sources.
Page 160 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 161 DISH filler neck: Place the filler nozzle 9 Warning Opel Distributors and from Opel into the adapter. Press locking lever Authorised Repairers. on filler nozzle down. Due to the system design, an...
Page 162: Fuel Consumption - Co Emissions
Driving and operating Fuel consumption - CO Emissions The fuel consumption (combined) of the model Opel Adam is within a range of 7.0 to 4.2 l/100 km. The CO emission (combined) is within a range of 139 to 99 g/km.
Page 163 Driving and operating The figures are provided only for the purpose of comparison between different vehicle variants and must not be taken as a guarantee for the actual fuel consumption of a particular vehicle. Additional equipment may result in slightly higher results than the stated consumption and CO figures.
Page 164: Vehicle Care
Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Engine compartment fuse box . 180 Instrument panel fuse box ..182 Accessories and vehicle Vehicle tools ......184 Tools ........184 modifications General Information ....162 Wheels and tyres ....... 185 We recommend the use of genuine Accessories and vehicle Winter tyres ......
Page 165: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle care Vehicle storage ● Open the bonnet, close all doors Gas vehicles must be recycled by a and lock the vehicle. service centre authorised for gas Storage for a long period of time vehicles. ● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle If the vehicle is to be stored for several battery.
Page 166: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle care Vehicle checks 9 Danger Performing work The ignition system uses extremely high voltage. Do not touch. Bonnet Opening Push the safety catch upwards and open the bonnet. 9 Warning Only perform engine compartment checks when the ignition is off. The cooling fan may start operating even if the ignition is off.
Page 167: Engine Oil
Vehicle care If the bonnet is opened during an Check with the vehicle on a level Autostop, the engine will be restarted surface. The engine must be at automatically for safety reasons. operating temperature and switched off for at least five minutes. Closing Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull...
Page 168: Engine Coolant
Vehicle care Engine coolant the coolant concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant The coolant provides freeze loss remedied by a workshop. protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low Washer fluid temperatures the factory filled coolant provides frost protection down to approx.
Page 169: Brakes
Vehicle care Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise sounds during braking. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining replaced as Batteries do not belong in household soon as possible. waste. They must be disposed of at Once new brake linings are installed, an appropriate recycling collection do not brake unnecessarily hard for...
Page 170 Using an AGM vehicle battery and the ventilation in the vicinity of the different from the original Opel negative terminal must be opened. vehicle battery may result in a lower Only use batteries that allow the fuse performance.
Page 171: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle care Bulb replacement ● See the Owner's manual for Wiper blade on the rear window further information. ● Explosive gas may be present in Switch off the ignition and switch off the vicinity of the battery. the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do Wiper blade replacement not touch the bulb glass with bare...
Page 172 Vehicle care 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). holder. Withdraw the bulb holder High beam inner bulb (2).
Page 173 Vehicle care Sidelight/Daytime running light with bulbs (3) 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 1. Rotate bulb socket (3) 3.
Page 174: Front Turn Signal Lights
6. Attach light assembly into the bumper and fix with the screw. 7. Insert cover into the bumper and fix with the screw. Adam Rocks 3. Disengage and remove the bulb socket by turning anticlockwise. 1. Undo screw and remove cover.
Page 175: Tail Lights
Vehicle care 6. Insert the bulb socket into the assembly and turn clockwise. 7. Attach light assembly into the bumper and fix with both screws. 8. Insert and engage cover into the bumper. Insert small cap. Tail lights Versions with subwoofer box Remove the load compartment floor cover.
Page 176 Vehicle care 4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove. Replace bulb by withdrawing: turn signal light 1 tail light 2 tail light / brake light 3 If tail light 2 and tail light/brake light 3 are LEDs, seek the assistance of a workshop for replacement.
Page 177 Vehicle care the vehicle body and tighten the plastic 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 Left-hand drive vehicles Reversing light is located on the right side of the bumper, and the rear fog light is located on the left side of the 1.
Page 178 6. Replace light assembly in the bumper and fix with the screw. 7. Insert cover into the bumper and fix with the screw. Adam Rocks 2. Undo both screws and remove 4. Remove bulb by turning light assembly from the bumper.
Page 179: Side Turn Signal Lights
Vehicle care Side turn signal lights 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. To replace bulb, remove lamp 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to housing: the left and insert right end. Number plate light 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove from housing.
Page 180: Interior Lights
Vehicle care 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and Instrument panel replace it. illumination 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. housing and turn clockwise. 6. Insert lamp into bumper and allow it to engage. Interior lights Courtesy light, reading lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Page 181: Electrical System
Vehicle care Electrical system There are different kinds of fuses in the vehicle. Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are two fuse boxes in the vehicle: ● in the front left of the engine compartment, ●...
Page 182: Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse No. Circuit – Exterior mirror switch Body control module Foldable sunroof/Chassis control module Daytime running light left – Body control module The fuse box is in the front left of the Vehicle battery sensor engine compartment. 10 Headlamp levelling/TPMS/ Disengage the cover and fold it Foldable sunroof...
Page 183 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit 16 Chassis control module/LPG 32 Right headlamp system 33 Engine control module 17 Interior mirror 34 Horn 18 Engine control module 35 Clutch 19 Fuel pump 36 – 20 – 21 Injection coil 22 – 23 Injection system 24 Washer system 25 Lighting system...
Page 184: Instrument Panel Fuse Box
Vehicle care No. Circuit ABS pump Front wiper Blower Instrument panel – – Electrical vacuum pump The fuse box is behind the light switch The fuse box is located behind a Cooling fan low in the instrument panel. cover in the glovebox. Open the glovebox, then open the cover and Cooling fan high Hold the handle, then pull and fold...
Page 185 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit – Air conditioning system – Audio amplifier Power windows Parking assist Voltage transformer Brake switch Body control module 1 Audio system Body control module 2 Display Body control module 3 – Body control module 4 Onstar Body control module 5 Instrument panel...
Page 186: Vehicle Tools
Vehicle care Vehicle tools No. Circuit – Tools – Vehicles with tyre repair kit Rear wiper Cigarette lighter – – On versions with rear carrier system or liquid gas engine, the tools are located together with the towing eye and tyre repair kit in a suitcase, fixed with a strap at the left sidewall in the load compartment.
Page 187: Wheels And Tyres
Vehicle care Wheels and tyres On version with subwoofer box, the tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair kit and Tyre condition, wheel condition the warning triangle in the box below the floor cover. To gain access, Drive over edges slowly and at right remove floor cover: fold rear part to angles if possible.
Page 188: Tyre Designations
Vehicle care In accordance with country-specific The maximum speed is achievable at regulations, affix the speed sticker in kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus the driver's field of view. 125 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the maximum speed of the vehicle.
Page 189: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Vehicle care The tyre pressure tables show all If the tyre pressure must be reduced Tyre pressure monitoring possible tyre combinations 3 225. or increased, switch off ignition. After system adjusting tyre pressure switch on Identify the respective tyre. The tyre pressure monitoring system ignition and select the relevant setting For the tyres approved for your checks the pressure of all four tyres...
Page 190 Vehicle care The menu can be selected by pressing the buttons on the turn signal lever. A detected low tyre pressure Turn the adjuster wheel to select the condition is indicated by the control tyre pressure monitoring system. indicator w 3 89. System status and pressure warnings are displayed by a message with the If w illuminates, stop as soon as...
Page 191 Vehicle care Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre If w illuminates at lower temperatures and extinguishes after some driving, pressure monitoring system sensors must be dismounted and serviced. this could be an indicator for For the screwed sensor; replace approaching a low tyre pressure condition.
Page 192 Vehicle care matching process should also be and hold brake pedal. Move and the tyre pressure sensor. A horn performed after replacing a spare tyre hold the selector lever for five chirp confirms that the sensor with a road tyre containing the TPMS seconds in position N until P is identification code has been sensor.
Page 193: Tread Depth
Vehicle care Tread depth indicators (TWI). Their position is 9 Warning indicated by markings on the Check tread depth at regular sidewall. intervals. Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels Tyres age, even if they are not used. may lead to accidents and will Tyres should be replaced for safety We recommend tyre replacement invalidate the vehicle type...
Page 194: Tyre Chains
Vehicle care Always use fine mesh chains that add 9 Warning 9 Warning no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. lock).
Page 195 Vehicle care On versions with storage box in the load compartment the suitcase with the tyre repair kit is located in a chamber of the box 3 65. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the On versions with rear carrier system compartment.
Page 196 Vehicle care 3. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the stowage compartments on the underside of the compressor. 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective 10. Set the rocker switch on the tyre. compressor to I. The tyre is filled with sealant.
Page 197 Vehicle care 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free connection of the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant from escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in load compartment.
Page 198: Wheel Changing
Vehicle care Note Wheel changing ● Do not start the vehicle when it is The driving characteristics of the raised on the jack. Make the following preparations and repaired tyre are severely affected, ● Before screwing in the wheel observe the following information: therefore have this tyre replaced.
Page 199 Vehicle care cap from the wheel. Vehicle tools 3 184. 1.1. Insert extractor in the open 3. Ensure the jack is correctly slot of the centre cap and remove positioned under the relevant the cap from the wheel. Vehicle vehicle jacking point. 2.
Page 200 Vehicle care jacking points: first pull out the Install wheel bolt caps or centre cover at the respective jacking cap on alloy wheel. point before positioning the jack. 11. Stow and secure the replaced wheel, the vehicle tools 3 184 and the adapter for the locking wheel bolts 3 53.
Page 201: Spare Wheel
Vehicle care 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. The spare wheel is located in a holder beneath the vehicle floor.
Page 202 Vehicle care 4. Lift the spare wheel holder slightly 12. Stow wheel wrench and the jack by hand and unhook the catch. in the tool box in vehicle floor. 5. Lower the spare wheel holder. 13. Close the load compartment floor. Stowing a damaged wheel in the load compartment The spare wheel holder is not...
Page 203 Vehicle care 4. Remove strap 1 from the tool box 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 204 Vehicle care 4. Take strap 1 and place the loop 9 Warning end of the strap through the right side lashing eye. Storing a jack, a wheel or other 5. Place the hook end of the strap equipment in the load through the loop and pull it until compartment could cause injury if the strap is fastened securely to...
Page 205: Jump Starting
Vehicle care Jump starting If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the ● A discharged vehicle battery can rear while towing another vehicle, already freeze at a temperature mount the temporary spare wheel in of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery Do not start with a quick charger.
Page 206 Vehicle care ● Apply the parking brake, 3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers transmission in neutral. negative terminal of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear battery. window) of the vehicle receiving ● Open the positive terminal the jump start.
Page 207: Towing
Vehicle care Towing Adam Rocks Towing the vehicle The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 184. Adam 2. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a 1. Disengage the small cap with a horizontal position.
Page 208: Towing Another Vehicle
Switch on ignition to release steering Towing another vehicle wheel lock and to permit operation of brake lights, horn and windscreen Adam wiper. Transmission in neutral. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal Caution position.
Page 209: Appearance Care
Vehicle care Appearance care Adam with foldable sunroof: Caution The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to environmental influences, Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. therefore wash your vehicle regularly. Excessive tractive force can Locks When using automatic vehicle damage the vehicle.
Page 210 Vehicle care Exterior lights a longer time, it would be Caution damaged by water spotting and Headlight and other light covers are mould growth. Always use a cleaning agent with made of plastic. Do not use any a pH value of four to nine. abrasive or caustic agents, do not use All variants: an ice scraper, and do not clean them...
Page 211 Vehicle care programmes in automatic car washes Glass panel After the underbody is washed, check if the vehicle is equipped with these the underbody and have it waxed if Never clean with solvents or abrasive parts. necessary. agents, fuels, aggressive media Matt painted decor parts, e.g.
Page 212: Interior Care
Vehicle care Rear carrier system Clothing fabrics may not be colourfast. This could cause visible Clean the rear carrier system with a discolourations, especially on light- steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner coloured upholstery. Removable at least once a year. stains and discolourations should be Operate the rear carrier system cleaned as soon as possible.
Page 213: Service And Maintenance
Service and maintenance Service and General information Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia- Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, maintenance Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Service information Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, In order to ensure economical and Greece, Greenland, Hungary, safe vehicle operation and to Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, maintain the value of your vehicle, it General information ....
Page 214: Recommended Fluids And
Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Confirmations Dexos is the newest engine oil quality that provides optimum protection for lubricants and parts Confirmation of service is recorded in petrol and diesel engines. If it is the Service and Warranty Booklet. unavailable, engine oils of other listed Recommended fluids and The date and mileage is completed qualities have to be used.
Page 215 Service and maintenance Additional engine oil additives northern countries with very low temperatures the factory filled coolant The use of additional engine oil provides frost protection down to additives could cause damage and approx. -37 °C. This concentration invalidate the warranty. should be maintained all year round.
Page 216: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....214 Vehicle Identification Number .. 214 Identification plate ....215 Engine identification ....215 Vehicle data ....... 216 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........ 216 Engine data ......219 Performance ......
Page 217: Identification Plate
Technical data Identification plate Information on identification label: Engine identification 1 : manufacturer The technical data tables use the 2 : type approval number engine identifier code. The engine 3 : Vehicle Identification Number data table additionally shows the 4 : permissible gross vehicle weight engineering code.
Page 218: Vehicle Data
Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries with European service interval 3 211 Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 – dexos 2 ✔ In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use max. one litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 for topping up once between each oil change.
Page 219 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries with international service interval 3 211 Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔ dexos 2 ✔ In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below: All countries with international service interval 3 211 Engine oil quality Petrol engines...
Page 220 Technical data All countries with international service interval 3 211 ACEA C3 ✔ API SM ✔ API SN resource conserving ✔ Engine oil viscosity grades All countries with international service interval 3 211 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...
Page 221: Engine Data
Technical data Engine data Engine identifier code B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEL Sales designation Engineering code B10XFT B10XFT B12XER B14XER 1229 1398 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 3700-6000 5000-6000 5600 6000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 1800-3700 1800-4500 4000 4000 Fuel type Petrol...
Page 222 Technical data Engine identifier code B14XEL B14XER B14NEH Sales designation 1.4 LPG Adam S Engineering code B14XER B14XER B14NET 1398 1398 1364 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 6000 6000 5000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 4000 4000 3000-4500...
Page 223: Performance
Technical data Performance B14XEL Engine B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEL B14XER B14NEH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – – – – –...
Page 224: Vehicle Weight
Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated without/with air conditioning B10XFL 1141/1156 – [kg] B10XFT 1141/1156 – B12XEL 1086/1101 – B14XEL 1120/1135 1120/1135 B14XEL LPG 1163/1178 – B14XER 1120/1135 –...
Page 225: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 3747 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1720 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 1966 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1475-1508 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 226: Capacities
Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEL B14XEL B14XER B14NEH including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Engine B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEL B14XEL B14XER B14NEH Petrol, refilling quantity [l] LPG, refilling quantity [l] – –...
Page 227: 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]) B10XFL, 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) B12XEL,...
Page 228 Technical data 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]) Temporary spare wheel 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) –...
Page 229: Customer Information
Customer information Customer Customer information information Declaration of conformity Transmission systems Customer information ....227 This vehicle has systems that Declaration of conformity ..227 transmit and/or receive radio waves Collision damage repair ... 229 subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. Software acknowledgement ..229 These systems are in compliance with the essential requirements and Vehicle data recording and pri‐...
Page 230 Customer information Jack...
Page 231: Collision Damage Repair
Product designation: Jack Engineering Group Manager Chassis party software please see http:// Type/GM part number: 13331922 & Structure www.lg.com/global/support/ is in compliance with the provisions of Adam Opel AG opensource/index. Directive 2006/42/EC. D-65423 Rüsselsheim libcurl Applied technical standards: GMN9737 : Jacking...
Page 232 Customer information copyright holders be liable for any Gordon, Ian Gorman, Chris Herborth, 1. Redistributions of source code claim, damages or other liability, Dirk Haase, Greg Hartwig, Robert must retain the above copyright whether in an action of contract, tort Heath, Jonathan Hudson, Paul notice, definition, disclaimer, and or otherwise, arising from, out of or in...
Page 233: Vehicle Data Recording And Pri- Vacy
Customer information Vehicle data recording original source. Such altered ● vehicle reactions in particular versions also must not be driving situations (e.g. inflation of and privacy misrepresented as being Info-ZIP an airbag, activation of the releases--including, but not stability regulation system) Event data recorders limited to, labeling of the altered ●...
Page 234: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
RFID technology in Opel vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other Opel system containing...
Page 235 Customer information...
Page 236: Index
Index Brake and clutch fluid....212 Brake and clutch system ..... 87 Accessories and vehicle Brake assist ....... 137 modifications ......162 Brake fluid ........167 Adjustable air vents ....123 Brakes ....... 136, 167 Airbag and belt tensioners ... 86 Breakdown........
Page 237 Convex shape ......29 Engine exhaust ......131 Fuel selector ........ 81 Coolant and antifreeze....212 Engine identification....215 Fuses ......... 179 Cruise control ...... 90, 141 Engine oil ....165, 212, 216 Cupholders ........53 Engine oil pressure ...... 89 Gauges.........
Page 238 Immobiliser ......28, 90 Loading information ..... 69 Parking lights ......110 Indicators........80 Low fuel ........89 Performance ......221 Inductive charging......78 Performing work ......164 Information displays...... 90 Pollen filter ......... 123 Malfunction indicator light .... 87 Instrument cluster ......
Page 239 Seat belt ........8 Sun visors ........32 Upshift.......... 88 Seat belt reminder ....... 85 Symbols ......... 4 Using this manual ......3 Seat belts ........39 Seat folding ........37 Tachometer ......... 80 Vehicle battery ......167 Seat heating......... 38 Tail lights ........
Page 240 Windows........31 Windscreen........31 Windscreen wiper/washer ... 73 Winter tyres ....... 185 Wiper blade replacement ..169...
Page 241 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.

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34 Seats, Restraints Seats, Restraints Head Restraints

Storage 53 Storage Storage Compartments

Instruments and Controls 71 Instruments and

Lighting 107 Lighting Exterior Lighting

Climate Control 115 Climate Control Climate Control Systems

Driving and Operating 125 Driving and Driving Hints

162 General Information

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