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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 21 Seats, restraints ......34 Storage ........53 Instruments and controls ..... 72 Lighting ........109 Climate control ......117 Driving and operating ....127 Vehicle care ....... 164 Service and maintenance ..

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
  • 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.
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  • 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 adjusting. Pull handle, slide seat, release 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 In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Mirror adjustment Interior mirror Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and fasten in belt engage. 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 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 Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
  • Page 13 In brief Power windows ..... 31 Traction Control system ..140 22 Ignition switch with steering wheel lock .... 128 Exterior mirrors ..... 29 Electronic Stability Control . 141 23 Horn ........74 Cruise control ..... 144 Parking assist ..... 147 Driver airbag ......
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  • Page 15 In brief Power windows ..... 31 Eco button for stop-start 19 AUX input, USB input ... 10 system ......... 130 Exterior mirrors ..... 29 20 Selector lever, Traction Control system ..140 transmission ....... 134 Cruise control ..... 144 21 Parking brake ...... 139 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 3 111. Turn and lane-change signals 3 112, Parking lights 3 112. Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
  • Page 18 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 74, : fast Washer fluid 3 168. 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 In brief Transmission Manual transmission automated Starting off Manual transmission Check before starting off ● tyre pressure and condition 3 188, 3 227 ● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 167 ● 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 Manually unlock the driver's door by Unlocking 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 3 101. 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 The immobiliser is activated In position 0 no mirror is selected. automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch. Convex shape Folding mirrors If the control indicator d flashes when The convex exterior mirror contains For pedestrian safety, the exterior the ignition is on, there is a fault in the an aspherical area and reduces blind...

  • 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: Power 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 98. 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 Longitudinal adjustment ● Sit with shoulders as far back 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 Manual seats Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Lever pumping motion Do not lean on backrest while : seat higher adjusting. Pull release lever towards the front down : seat lower and fold backrest forwards. Then slide seat forwards to the stop.

  • Page 40: Heating

    Seats, restraints Sport seat folding 9 Warning 9 Warning When folding up, ensure that the When folding up, ensure that the seat is securely locked in position seat is securely locked in position before driving. Failure to do so before driving. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the may result in personal injury in the event of heavy braking or collision.

  • Page 41: Seat Belts

    Seats, restraints Seat belts Activate seat heating by pressing ß Seat belts are designed to be used by for the respective front seat. only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 47. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.

  • Page 42: Three-Point Seat Belt

    Seats, restraints Belt force limiters modifications to belt pretensioner components as this will invalidate On the front seats, stress on the body the vehicle type approval. is reduced by the gradual release of Three-point seat belt the belt during a collision. Belt pretensioners Fasten In the event of a head-on or rear-end...

  • Page 43: Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Airbag system Unfasten Using the seat belt while pregnant The airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered, the airbags inflate within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision.
  • Page 44 Seats, restraints necessary to have the steering sous peine d'infliger des wheel, the instrument panel, parts of BLESSURES GRAVES, voire the panelling, the door seals, MORTELLES à l'ENFANT. handles and the seats replaced. ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de Do not make any modifications to retención infantil orientado hacia the airbag system as this will atrás en un asiento protegido por un...
  • Page 45 Seats, restraints SV: Använd ALDRIG en bakåtvänd AIRBAG ATTIVO di fronte ad esso: на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ barnstol på ett säte som skyddas med pericolo di MORTE o LESIONI ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це en framförvarande AKTIV AIRBAG. GRAVI per il BAMBINO! може...

  • Page 46: Front Airbag System

    Seats, restraints JASTUKOM ispred sedišta zato što AIRBAGEM. Mohlo by dojít k MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li DETE može da NASTRADA ili da se VÁŽNÉMU PORANĚNÍ nebo ÚMRTÍ jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit TEŠKO POVREDI. DÍTĚTE. protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu; dan jista’...

  • Page 47: Side Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then is the airbag able to protect. Side airbag system The inflated airbags cushion the The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the front seat occupants...

  • Page 48: Curtain Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Curtain airbag system 9 Warning The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each Keep the area in which the airbag side. The location is identified by the inflates clear of obstructions. word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The hooks on the handles in the The curtain airbag system is triggered roof frame are only suitable for...

  • Page 49: Child Restraints

    Child restraint systems Deactivate passenger airbag only passenger airbag system will inflate in combination with the use of a We recommend the following Opel in the event of a collision. child restraint system, subject to child restraint systems which are...
  • Page 50 Seats, restraints Always comply with local or national Suitable are restraint systems that regulations. In some countries, the comply with valid UN ECE use of child restraint systems is regulations. Check local laws and forbidden on certain seats. regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.

  • 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 class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg Group 0+: up to 13 kg Group I: 9 to 18 kg Group II: 15 to 25 kg U ** Group III: 22 to 36 kg...
  • Page 52 Seats, restraints Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 IL * Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 IL * ISO/R2 ISO/R3 Group I: 9 to 18 kg...
  • Page 53 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 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 Front storage Additional cupholders or bottle 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 rear carrier system. The maximum Rear carrier system for two load on 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 Completely pull out the rear carrier Unfold number plate light system until you hear it engage. Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without pulling the release lever again. 9 Warning It is only permissible to fit objects to the rear carrier system if the system has been correctly engaged.
  • Page 59 Storage Fold out tail lamps Swivel both tail lamps backwards as Lock the rear carrier system far as they will go. Fold out wheel recess Swivel hinges of both tail lamps Remove strap and swivel both backwards as far as they will go. clamping levers sideways as far as they will go.
  • Page 60 Storage Assembling the bicycle rack Push down the rack (1) and turn 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 adapter underneath the lever for folding back the rear carrier system. Fasten the strap. Attaching the first bicycle 2. Turn the lever (1) forwards and 2. Attach the short mounting bracket hold, then lower the adapter (2) at to the bicycle frame.
  • Page 62 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 63 Storage ● Without attached adapter: 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 one hand and pull the loop (2) to Push the lever (1) to disengage disengage.
  • Page 64 Storage Disassembling the bicycle rack 3. Turn the lever (1) forwards and Arrange mounting bracket as shown hold. in the illustration. Press button (1) and remove upper 4. Lift the adapter (2) at the rear and Turn handle (1) sideways to part of rack (2).
  • Page 65 Storage Fold the rack backwards, then push Unlock the rear carrier system Fold in tail lamps forwards until it stops (1). Press the rack down at the rear (2). Fold in wheel recess Fold in wheel recess. Fasten strap. Swivel both clamping levers inwards First swivel tail lamps (1) forwards as as far as they will go.

  • Page 66: 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 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 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. To close, lashing eyes.

  • Page 69: 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 emergency breakdown equipment backrest and pull out the tool box and for bulb replacement of tail lights: Lift up rear floor cover to gain access beside the subwoofer.

  • 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 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: Loading Information

    Storage Loading information ● Secure loose objects in the load 9 Warning compartment to prevent them from sliding. Always make sure that the load in ● When transporting objects in the the vehicle is securely stowed. load compartment, the backrests Otherwise objects can be thrown of the rear seats must not be around inside the vehicle and...
  • Page 73 Storage detrimental effect on vehicle handling due to the vehicle's higher centre of gravity. Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h.

  • Page 74: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Instruments and Service display ......83 Colour-Info-Display ....96 Control indicators ...... 84 Graphic-Info-Display ....97 controls Turn signal ......... 86 Vehicle messages ......98 Seat belt reminder ..... 86 Warning chimes ....... 100 Airbag and belt tensioners ..87 Battery voltage ......

  • Page 75: 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 76: Horn

    Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer The highlighted grip areas of the 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 77 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 78: Rear Window Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and controls Outside temperature Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen and the wiper A drop in temperature is indicated wipes a few times. immediately and a rise in temperature Washer fluid 3 168 after a time delay. Temperatures below 3 °C are displayed flashing.

  • Page 79: 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 80 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 81: Power Outlets

    Instruments and controls Power outlets Set time and date 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 3 130. Inductive charging 9 Warning Inductive charging can affect the operation of implanted To adjust the time and date settings, pacemakers or other medical...

  • Page 82: 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 83: 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 84: 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 85: 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 86: 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 91.
  • Page 87 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...

  • Page 88: Turn Signal

    Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre R Brake and clutch system Cruise control 3 91 console 3 88 Door open 3 91 - Operate pedal 3 88 Turn signal u Antilock brake system (ABS) 3 89 O illuminates or flashes green. Upshift 3 89 Illuminates briefly Power steering 3 89...

  • Page 89: Airbag And Belt Tensioners

    Instruments and controls k for front passenger seat illuminates X in the Driver Information Centre Deployment of the belt pretensioners flashes or illuminates. or airbags is indicated by continuous or flashes red in the centre console, illumination of v. when the seat is occupied. Illuminates Illuminates After having started the engine for a...

  • Page 90: Malfunction Indicator Light

    Instruments and controls Flashes when the engine is Illuminates when the ignition 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 91: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and controls Antilock brake system EcoFlex drive assistant 3 91. Have the cause of the fault in the system remedied by a workshop. (ABS) Power steering Ultrasonic parking assist 3 147. u illuminates yellow. c illuminates yellow. Illuminates for a few seconds after the Electronic Stability Control ignition is switched on.

  • Page 92: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

    Instruments and controls Engine oil pressure operational. Driving stability, 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 93: 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 3 144. 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 94 Instruments and controls Uplevel-Display ● trip/fuel information menu, see Vehicle messages pop-up when following required. ● vehicle messages, displayed as Vehicle personalisation 3 101. code numbers 3 98. 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 95 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 96 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 97 Instruments and controls On vehicles with LPG engines: Y 3 90. 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 98: Colour-Info-Display

    Instruments and controls Colour-Info-Display Submenus are: ● Top consumers: List of top 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 99: Graphic-Info-Display

    Instruments and controls Selecting menus and settings Vehicle personalisation 3 101. ● 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 3 101 configuration, the vehicle has a Graphic-Info-Display.

  • Page 100: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Vehicle messages on the To exit the Settings menu, press BACK repeatedly or press CONFIG Midlevel-Display after confirming the changes. Messages are indicated mainly in the Vehicle personalisation 3 101. Driver Information Centre, in some cases together with a warning and Memorised settings 3 23.
  • Page 101 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 102: Warning Chimes

    Instruments and controls Vehicle messages on the Warning chimes When the vehicle is parked and/or Uplevel-Display the driver's door is opened When starting the engine or whilst ● With exterior lights on. driving During an Autostop Only one warning chime will sound at a time.

  • Page 103: Vehicle Personalisation

    Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation The warning message or warning code will disappear after the engine has been started twice consecutively The vehicle's behaviour can be without a voltage drop. personalised by changing the settings If the vehicle battery cannot be in the Info-Display.
  • Page 104 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 105 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 106: Telematics Service

    Instruments and controls Telematics service Delayed Door Lock: Activates or Depending on the equipment of the deactivates the delayed door vehicle, the following services are locking function. This feature available: OnStar delays the actual locking of the ● Emergency services and support OnStar is a personal connectivity and doors until all doors are closed.
  • Page 107 Instruments and controls OnStar buttons SOS button breakdown, a flat tyre and empty fuel tank, press Z to establish a Press [ to establish a priority connection to an advisor. emergency connection to a specially trained emergency advisor. Emergency services Status LED In the case of an emergency situation, press [ and talk to an advisor.
  • Page 108 Instruments and controls To connect a mobile device with the The following functions are available: Stolen vehicle assistance Wi-Fi hotspot: If the vehicle is stolen, report the theft ● Lock or unlock vehicle. to the authorities and request OnStar 1. Press j and then select Wi-Fi ●...
  • Page 109 Instruments and controls Diagnostic report The advisor can look up any address Note or point of interest and directly send In any case, if the vehicle is disposed The vehicle automatically transmits the destination to the built-in of, sold or otherwise transferred, diagnostic data to OnStar which navigation system.
  • Page 110 Instruments and controls Note The vehicle location always remains accessible to OnStar in the case of an emergency. Find the privacy policy in your account. Software updates OnStar may remotely carry out software updates without further notice or consent. These updates are to enhance or maintain safety and security or the operation of the vehicle.

  • Page 111: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......109 Light switch ......109 Automatic light control ..... 110 High beam ....... 110 Headlight flash ......110 Headlight range adjustment ..111 Headlights when driving abroad ........

  • Page 112: Automatic Light Control

    Lighting High beam When switching on the ignition, depending on the lighting conditions 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 3 111. 3 91.

  • Page 113: 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 extends visibility at the edge of the They are switched on automatically when ignition is on.

  • Page 114: Turn And Lane-Change Signals

    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 115: 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 116 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 117: Headlights

    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 118: Battery Discharge Protection

    Lighting Switching off electric lights Activating The settings can be saved for the key 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 119: Climate Control

    Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Temperature red : warm Heating and ventilation blue : cold system Climate control systems ..... 117 Heating will not be fully effective until Heating and ventilation system 117 the engine has reached normal Air conditioning system ...

  • Page 120: 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 121 Climate control Cooling n Activated cooling may inhibit humidity increases, so the Autostops. windows may mist up from inside. Stop-start system 3 130. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates, Air recirculation system 4 which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.

  • Page 122: 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 123 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 124 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 125 Climate control Fan speed Z Air distribution Return to automatic air distribution: press AUTO. Cooling n Turn left rotary knob to decrease or Turn right rotary knob for desired increase fan speed. The fan speed is adjustment. Setting is indicated in the indicated in the Info-Display.
  • Page 126 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 127: 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 128: 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 129: Driving And Operating

    Driving and operating Driving and Driving hints Brakes ........138 Antilock brake system ..... 138 operating Control of the vehicle Parking brake ......139 Brake assist ......139 Never coast with engine not Hill start assist ......139 running Ride control systems ....140 Driving hints .......

  • Page 130: Steering

    Driving and operating Starting and operating Ignition switch positions Use only floor mats, which fit properly 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 131: Starting The Engine

    Driving and operating Starting the engine Before restarting or to switch off the Possible reasons for a non-starting engine, turn the key back to position engine: ● clutch pedal is not operated During an Autostop, the engine can (manual transmission). be started by depressing the clutch ●...

  • Page 132: 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 133 Driving and operating Restart of the engine by the driver During an Autostop, the heating and ● The brake vacuum is sufficient. 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 134: 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 135: 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 3 157 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 136: 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 89. mode) or automatic gearshifting (automatic mode), both with Stop-start system 3 130.

  • Page 137: 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 138 Driving and operating Engine braking Always move the selector lever in the If selector lever is moved from R to the appropriate direction as far as it will left, D is directly engaged. Automatic mode go. Upon release, it automatically If selector lever is moved from D to When driving downhill, the manual returns to the centre position.

  • Page 139: Manual Mode

    Driving and operating Parking Manual mode Electronic driving programmes If a higher gear is selected when the The most recently engaged gear (see engine speed is too low, or a lower transmission display) remains ● Following a cold start, the engaged when switching off ignition.

  • Page 140: Brakes

    Driving and operating Brakes In the event of a fault, control indicator ABS starts to regulate brake pressure g illuminates. Additionally, a as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains warning message is displayed in the The brake system comprises two Driver Information Centre.

  • Page 141: Parking Brake

    Driving and operating Fault Parking brake To reduce the operating forces of the parking brake, depress the Manual parking brake 9 Warning brake pedal at the same time. If there is a fault in the ABS, the Control indicator R 3 88. wheels may be liable to lock due to braking that is heavier than Brake assist...

  • Page 142: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and operating Ride control systems soon as the vehicle begins to accelerate or the two seconds holding time is over. Traction Control system The hill start assist is not active during The Traction Control system (TC) is a an Autostop. component of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

  • Page 143: Electronic Stability Control

    Driving and operating Deactivation 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. The system is not operational. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.

  • Page 144: City Mode

    Driving and operating Deactivation Information Centre and t 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 145 Driving and operating Activation System calibration Stop-start system 3 130. 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 system is necessary. This can occur in the Driver Information Centre.

  • Page 146: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and operating Driver assistance Activation For safety reasons the cruise control cannot be activated until the brake systems 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 9 Warning maintained.

  • Page 147: Speed Limiter

    Driving and operating Switching off Automatic deactivation: ● 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 148 Driving and operating Activation In the event of an emergency, it is possible to exceed the speed limit by depressing the accelerator pedal firmly nearly to the final point. In this case no chime appears. Release the accelerator pedal and the speed limiter function is reactivated once a speed lower than the limit speed is obtained.

  • Page 149: Parking Assist

    Driving and operating Switching off The rear parking assist makes Indication parking easier by measuring the The system warns the driver with Press L, the speed limit indication in distance between the vehicle and acoustic signals against potentially the Driver Information Centre rear obstacles.
  • Page 150 Driving and operating Deactivation Control indicator r illuminates in the instrument cluster 3 89 and a message pops-up in the Driver Information Centre. Front-rear parking assist 9 Warning The driver bears full responsibility for the parking manoeuvre. Always check the surrounding area when driving backwards or The system has six ultrasonic parking forwards while using parking...
  • Page 151 Driving and operating Parking assist button D and Button logic operates the systems by ● If a forward gear or neutral is pressing D as follows: selected, a brief press activates operation logic or deactivates only front parking ● If only front-rear parking assist is assist.
  • Page 152 Driving and operating vehicle in a distance range up to 80 cm and against potentially hazardous obstacles behind the vehicle in a distance range up to 1.5 metres. Depending on which side of the vehicle is closer to an obstacle, you will hear acoustic warning signals in the vehicle on the respective side.
  • Page 153 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 154 Driving and operating Button logic operates the systems by ● If forward gear or neutral is The system can only be activated at pressing D as follows: selected, a brief press activates a speed up to 30 km/h and the system or deactivates front parking searches for a parking slot at a speed ●...
  • Page 155 Driving and operating Select parallel or perpendicular parking slot by tapping the respective icon on the display. Select parking side by tapping the respective icon on the display. Select parallel or perpendicular When a slot is detected, visual parking slot in Driver Information feedback in the Driver Information Centre by pressing SET/CLR.
  • Page 156 Driving and operating metres for parallel parking slots or six Display indication Display priorities metres for perpendicular parking slots The instructions in the display show: Advanced parking assist indication on after the Stop message is given. The the Driver Information Centre can be ●...
  • Page 157 Driving and operating Basic notes on parking assist Deactivation by the driver or by the correct distance indication in the system during manoeuvring will be systems upper part of these vehicles indicated by Parking Deactivated on cannot be guaranteed. the display. Additionally, an acoustic 9 Warning Objects with a very small reflection signal sounds.

  • Page 158: Side Blind Spot Alert

    Driving and operating Side blind spot alert gateway, a courtyard or even a When the system detects a vehicle in crossing as a parking slot. After the side blind zone while driving The Side blind spot alert system selecting reverse gear the system forwards, either while passing a detects and reports objects on either will start a parking manoeuvre.

  • Page 159: Fuel

    Driving and operating Fuel Side blind spot alert is active from Side blind spot alert is designed to speeds of 10 km/h up to 140 km/h. ignore stationary objects, e.g. Driving faster than 140 km/h guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and Fuel for petrol engines deactivates the system, indicated by beams.

  • Page 160: Fuel For Liquid Gas Operation

    Driving and operating Fuel selector LPG consists mainly of propane and Caution butane. The octane rating is between 105 and 115, depending on the Use of fuel that does not comply to butane proportion. LPG is stored EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or liquid at around five to ten bar equivalent can lead to deposits or pressure.
  • Page 161 Driving and operating LED off : petrol operation Every six months, run the petrol tank Seek the assistance of a workshop in : checking conditions for down until control indicator Y the event of all other faults. flashes fuel transition to liquid illuminates, then refuel.

  • Page 162: Refuelling

    Driving and operating Note Fuel filler flap is located at right rear In the event of an accident, switch off side of the vehicle. the ignition and lights. Refuelling 9 Danger Before refuelling, switch off the ignition. Follow the operating and safety instructions of the filling station when refuelling.
  • Page 163 Driving and operating Liquid gas refuelling ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of the filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press Follow the operating and safety locking lever on filler nozzle down. instructions of the filling station when DISH filler neck: Place the filler nozzle refuelling.
  • Page 164 As filling systems are not filler opening and the system. standardised, different adapters are required which are available from 9 Warning Opel Distributors and from Opel Authorised Repairers. Due to the system design, an escape of liquid gas after releasing the locking lever is unavoidable.

  • Page 165: Fuel Consumption - Co 2 - Emissions

    The fuel consumption (combined) of actual fuel consumption of a the model Opel Adam is within a particular vehicle. Additional range of 6.7 to 4.3 l/100 km. equipment may result in slightly...

  • Page 166: Vehicle Care

    Brake fluid ....... 169 Spare wheel ......201 units) may invalidate the warranty Vehicle battery ......169 Jump starting ......205 offered by Opel. Furthermore, such Wiper blade replacement ..171 Towing ........207 changes may impact fuel Bulb replacement ....... 172 Towing the vehicle ....

  • Page 167: Vehicle Storage

    Vehicle care End-of-life vehicle recovery ● Park the vehicle in a dry, well Caution ventilated place. Engage first or Information on end-of-life vehicle reverse gear. Prevent the vehicle When transporting the vehicle on recovery centres and the recycling of from rolling. a train or on a recovery vehicle, the end-of-life vehicles is available on our ●...

  • Page 168: 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 169: 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 170: 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 171: Brakes

    Vehicle care Caution Only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides protection at low temperatures or a sudden drop in temperature. Batteries do not belong in household waste. They must be disposed of at Washer fluid 3 214. an appropriate recycling collection point.
  • Page 172 Note battery. Using an AGM vehicle battery In vehicles with an AGM (Absorptive different from the original Opel Glass Mat) battery, make sure to vehicle battery may result in a lower have the battery replaced with performance.

  • Page 173: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle care Wiper blade replacement Wiper blade on the rear window Meaning of symbols: ● No sparks, naked flames or smoking. ● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury. ● Keep the vehicle battery out of the reach of children. ●...

  • Page 174: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle care Bulb replacement 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. Use only the same bulb type for replacement.
  • Page 175 Vehicle care Sidelight/Daytime running light 4. Insert the bulb holder with the clip downwards and engage into the with bulbs (3) reflector until it clicks. 5. Install cap. High beam (2) 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb holder. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector.

  • Page 176: Front Turn Signal Lights

    Vehicle care Front turn signal lights 2. Remove the bulb from the socket 3. Disengage and remove the bulb by pulling. socket by turning anticlockwise. 1. Undo screw and remove cover. 3. Replace and insert new bulb into socket. 4. Insert the bulb socket into the headlamp housing and turn clockwise.
  • Page 177 Vehicle care 5. Insert the bulb socket into the assembly and turn clockwise. 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 4. Disengage and remove the bulb 2.

  • Page 178: 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 179 Vehicle care 4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise the vehicle body and tighten the and remove. Replace bulb by plastic securing nut from inside withdrawing: the load compartment. Pull the circular gasket over the recess in turn signal light 1 the lamp housing. tail light 2 Close cover and engage.
  • Page 180 Vehicle care 5. Insert the bulb socket into the assembly and turn clockwise. 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 3.

  • Page 181: Side Turn Signal Lights

    Vehicle care Side turn signal lights To replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 4. Remove bulb by turning 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise anticlockwise slightly and and remove from housing. withdrawing. Replace the bulb. 5. Insert the bulb socket into the 1.

  • Page 182: Number Plate Light

    Vehicle care 4. Insert bulb holder and turn 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and clockwise. replace it. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp the left and insert right end. housing and turn clockwise. 6.

  • Page 183: Instrument Panel Illumination

    Vehicle care Electrical system Instrument panel There are different kinds of fuses in the vehicle. illumination Fuses Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are two fuse boxes in the vehicle: ●...

  • Page 184: Engine Compartment Fuse Box

    Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top, and withdraw fuse. The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops. Remove the cover vertically upwards.
  • Page 185 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit – 16 Chassis control module/LPG 32 Right headlamp system Exterior mirror switch 33 Engine control module 17 Interior mirror Body control module 34 Horn 18 Engine control module Foldable sunroof/Chassis 35 Clutch control module 19 Fuel pump 36 –...

  • Page 186: 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 Cooling fan low in the instrument panel. Cooling fan high Hold the handle, then pull and fold down the light switch.
  • Page 187 Vehicle care No. Circuit – – Power windows Voltage transformer Body control module 1 Body control module 2 Body control module 3 The fuse box is located behind a Body control module 4 cover in the glovebox. Open the glovebox, then open the cover and Body control module 5 fold it down.

  • Page 188: Vehicle Tools

    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 – – Onstar Instrument panel Seat heating, driver –...
  • Page 189 Vehicle care On version with subwoofer box, the tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair kit and the warning triangle in the box below the floor cover. To gain access, remove floor cover: fold rear part to the front and pull out the cover to the rear 3 67.

  • Page 190: Wheels And Tyres

    Vehicle care Wheels and tyres 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 Tyre condition, wheel condition could reduce the maximum speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 191 Vehicle care The tyre pressure tables show all If the tyre pressure must be reduced possible tyre combinations 3 227. or increased, switch off ignition. After adjusting tyre pressure switch on Identify the respective tyre. ignition and select the relevant setting For the tyres approved for your on the page Tyre load in the Driver vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of...

  • Page 192: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

    Vehicle care Tyre pressure monitoring The menu can be selected by pressing the buttons on the turn system signal lever. The tyre pressure monitoring system checks the pressure of all four tyres once a minute when vehicle speed exceeds a certain limit. Caution Tyre pressure monitoring system warns only about low tyre pressure...
  • Page 193 Vehicle care If w illuminates at lower temperatures Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre pressure monitoring system sensors and extinguishes after some driving, must be dismounted and serviced. this could be an indicator for approaching a low tyre pressure For the screwed sensor;...
  • Page 194 Vehicle care matching process should also be and hold brake pedal. Move and performed after replacing a spare tyre hold the selector lever for five with a road tyre containing the TPMS seconds in position N until P is sensor. displayed in the Driver Information Centre.

  • Page 195: Tread Depth

    Vehicle care Tread depth the tyre pressure sensor. A horn indicators (TWI). Their position is chirp confirms that the sensor indicated by markings on the Check tread depth at regular identification code has been sidewall. intervals. matched to this wheel position. Tyres age, even if they are not used.

  • Page 196: Wheel Covers

    Vehicle care Steel wheels: When using locking Tyre chains are only permitted on 9 Warning wheel bolts, do not attach wheel tyres of size 175/70 R 14, covers. 185/70 R 14, 185/60 R 15, Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels 185/65 R 15 and 195/55 R 16.
  • Page 197 Vehicle care Apply the parking brake and engage On versions with storage box in the first gear. load compartment the suitcase with the tyre repair kit is located in a chamber of the box 3 65. On versions with rear carrier system or liquid gas engine, the tyre repair kit is located in a suitcase and fixed with The tyre repair kit is in the tool box...
  • Page 198 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 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the tyre. compartment. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre 2.
  • Page 199 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 200: Wheel Changing

    Vehicle care Wheel changing If unusual noise is heard or the compressor becomes hot, turn Make the following preparations and compressor off for at least observe the following information: 30 minutes. ● Park the vehicle on a level, firm The built-in safety valve opens at a and non-skid surface.
  • Page 201 Vehicle care ● Do not start the vehicle when it is cap from the wheel. Vehicle tools raised on the jack. 3 186. ● Before screwing in the wheel bolts, clean them and lightly coat the taper of each wheel bolt with commercially available grease.
  • Page 202 Vehicle care jacking points: first pull out the cover at the respective jacking point before positioning the jack. Attach jack handle and with the 3. Ensure the jack is correctly jack correctly aligned rotate positioned under the relevant handle until wheel is clear of the vehicle jacking point.

  • Page 203: Spare Wheel

    Vehicle care Install wheel bolt caps or centre Caution cap on alloy wheel. 11. Stow and secure the replaced The use of a spare wheel that is wheel, the vehicle tools 3 186 and smaller than the other wheels or in the adapter for the locking wheel combination with winter tyres bolts 3 53.
  • Page 204 Vehicle care 4. Lift the spare wheel holder slightly by hand and unhook the catch. 5. Lower the spare wheel holder. 7. Lower holder all the way and 3. Fit the wheel wrench on the remove spare wheel. hexagon bolt near the tool box and turn it anticlockwise until a 8.
  • Page 205 Vehicle care 12. Stow wheel wrench and the jack 4. Remove strap 1 from the tool box in the tool box in vehicle floor. and place the loop end of the strap through the right side lashing eye. 13. Close the load compartment floor. 5.
  • Page 206 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 207: 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 208 Vehicle care ● A discharged vehicle battery can ● Apply the parking brake, 3. Connect the black lead to the already freeze at a temperature transmission in neutral. negative terminal of the booster of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery battery.

  • Page 209: Towing

    Vehicle care Towing 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. The towing eye is stowed with the 5. Reverse above sequence exactly vehicle tools 3 186. when removing leads. Adam 2.

  • Page 210: Towing Another Vehicle

    Vehicle care Adam Rocks 2. Screw in the towing eye as far as Vehicles with manual transmission it will go until it stops in a automated: the vehicle must only be horizontal position. towed facing forwards with the front axle raised off the ground. 3.

  • Page 211: Appearance Care

    Vehicle care Appearance care The towing eye is stowed with the Caution vehicle tools 3 186. Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can Locks damage the vehicle. The locks are lubricated at the factory After towing, unscrew the towing eye. using a high quality lock cylinder grease.
  • Page 212 Vehicle care Adam with foldable sunroof: a longer time, it would be Caution The paintwork of your vehicle is damaged by water spotting and exposed to environmental influences, mould growth. Always use a cleaning agent with therefore wash your vehicle regularly. a pH value of four to nine.
  • Page 213 Vehicle care Exterior lights Glass panel programmes in automatic car washes if the vehicle is equipped with these Headlight and other light covers are Never clean with solvents or abrasive parts. made of plastic. Do not use any agents, fuels, aggressive media Matt painted decor parts, e.g.

  • Page 214: Interior Care

    Vehicle care Rear carrier system After the underbody is washed, check 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 215: 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 216 Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Service interval with remaining driving at high altitude and large variations of temperature. Under engine oil life duration lubricants and parts these severe operating conditions, The service interval is based on certain service work may be required Recommended fluids and several parameters depending on more frequently than the regular...
  • Page 217 Service and maintenance Dexos is the newest engine oil quality Additional engine oil additives northern countries with very low that provides optimum protection for temperatures the factory filled coolant The use of additional engine oil petrol and diesel engines. If it is provides frost protection down to additives could cause damage and unavailable, engine oils of other listed...

  • Page 218: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....216 Vehicle Identification Number .. 216 Identification plate ....217 Engine identification ....217 Vehicle data ....... 218 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........ 218 Engine data ......221 Performance ......

  • Page 219: Identification Plate

    Technical data Identification plate Engine identification Information on identification label: 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 220: Vehicle Data

    Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries with European service interval 3 213 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 221 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries with international service interval 3 213 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 3 213 Engine oil quality Petrol engines...
  • Page 222 Technical data All countries with international service interval 3 213 ACEA C3 ✔ API SM ✔ API SN resource conserving ✔ Engine oil viscosity grades All countries with international service interval 3 213 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 223: Engine Data

    Technical data Engine data Engine identifier code B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEL Sales designation Engineering code B10XFT B10XFT B12XER B14XER Piston displacement [cm 1229 1398 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 224 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 Fuel type Liquid gas/Petrol Petrol...

  • Page 225: Performance

    Technical data Performance B14XEL Engine B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEL B14XER B14NEH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – – – – – Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...

  • Page 226: 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 227: 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 228: 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 229: 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 230 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 231: Customer Information

    Customer information Customer Customer information information Declaration of conformity Transmission systems Customer information ....229 This vehicle has systems that Declaration of conformity ..229 transmit and/or receive radio waves Collision damage repair ... 231 subject to Directive 1999/5/EC or Software acknowledgement ..
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  • Page 233: 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 234 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 235: Registered Trademarks

    Customer information Vehicle data recording original source. Such altered iPhone and iPod are registered ® ® versions also must not be trademarks of Apple Inc. and privacy misrepresented as being Info-ZIP Aupeo! GmbH releases--including, but not AUPEO ® is a registered trademark of Event data recorders limited to, labeling of the altered the Aupeo! GmbH.

  • Page 236: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)

    After an error has been vehicle transmitters for garage door corrected, the data are deleted from openers. RFID technology in Opel the error storage module or they are vehicles does not use or record constantly overwritten.
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  • Page 238: Index

    Index Brake and clutch fluid....214 Brake and clutch system ..... 88 Accessories and vehicle Brake assist ....... 139 modifications ......164 Brake fluid ........169 Adjustable air vents ....125 Brakes ....... 138, 169 Airbag and belt tensioners ... 87 Breakdown........
  • Page 239 Convex shape ......29 Engine exhaust ......133 Fuel selector ........ 82 Coolant and antifreeze....214 Engine identification....217 Fuses ......... 181 Cruise control ...... 91, 144 Engine oil ....167, 214, 218 Cupholders ........53 Engine oil pressure ...... 90 Gauges.........
  • Page 240 Immobiliser ......28, 91 Loading information ..... 70 Parking lights ......112 Indicators........81 Low fuel ........90 Performance ......223 Inductive charging......79 Performing work ......166 Information displays...... 91 Pollen filter ......... 125 Malfunction indicator light .... 88 Instrument cluster ......
  • Page 241 Storage compartments....53 Sunroof ........33 Safety belts........39 Ultrasonic parking assist ..89, 147 Sun visors ........32 Seat adjustment ....... 7, 36 Upholstery........212 Symbols ......... 4 Seat belt ........8 Uplevel-Display......91 Seat belt reminder ....... 86 Upshift..........
  • Page 242 Washer fluid ....... 168 Wheel changing ......198 Wheel covers ......194 Wheels and tyres ....... 188 Windows........31 Windscreen........31 Windscreen wiper/washer ... 74 Winter tyres ....... 188 Wiper blade replacement ..171 Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
  • Page 243 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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