Engine Exhaust; Exhaust Filter - Vauxhall CORSA Owner's Manual

as possible on a downhill slope
or uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● If the vehicle is on a level
surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector to
position P. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector to position P.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Switch off the engine.
● Remove the ignition key from
the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Depending on version,
turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 259.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low
load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
switched off automatically if the
vehicle comes to a standstill within a
certain time.
In countries with extremely low
temperatures it may be necessary to
park the vehicle without applied
parking brake. Make sure to park the
vehicle on a level surface.
Parking brake 3 193.
Driving and operating

Engine exhaust

9 Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless
and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.

Exhaust filter

Automatic cleaning process
The exhaust filter system filters soot
particles out of the exhaust gases.
The start of saturation of the exhaust
filter is indicated by the temporary
illumination of t or C,
accompanied by a message in the
Driver Information Centre.
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