Opel MOVANO Owner's Manual page 277

penetration of the vehicle and adversely
affect electrical energy consumption
levels.
Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time needed. The heated
rear window, windscreen wipers and
heater fan require a considerable
amount of energy; increasing the
current uptake increases electrical
energy consumption.
Climate control system
Using the climate control system will
increase electrical energy consumption:
use standard ventilation when the
temperature outside permits.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and electrical energy
consumption levels.
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY
ROADS
Acceleration
Abrupt acceleration on a snow-
covered, wet or otherwise slippery road
surface can cause the drive wheels to
shift uncontrollably to the right or left.
This phenomenon occurs due to the
different grip of the front drive wheels
on the road surface.
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Traction
On wet or slippery roads, a liquid film
may be formed between the tyre and
the road surface. This is the well-known
aquaplaning phenomenon that can
make the possibility of controlling and
stopping the vehicle almost null and
void. To reduce this risk, observe the
following precautions:
Reduce speed during thunderstorms
or on slippery roads.
Reduce speed when there is
standing water or puddles on the road.
Replace the tyres when the tread
wear indicators begin to become
visible.
Make sure the tyres are inflated
correctly.
Maintain sufficient distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle in front
to avoid accidents in the event of a
sudden stop.
CROSSING FLOODED
STRETCHES OF ROAD
Driving on flooded roads with water
more than a few inches/centimetres
deep will require extra caution to
ensure safety and prevent damage to
your vehicle.
Water moving, rising
252)
Stagnant shallow water
Although the vehicle can cross flooded
stretches of road with shallow water
depth, note the following warnings and
cautions before doing so.
101) 102) 103) 104) 105)
DRIVING STYLE
Top speed
Energy consumption considerably
increases as speed increases.
Maintain a constant speed, avoiding
unnecessary braking and acceleration,
which cost in terms of electrical energy
consumption and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently will greatly affect
electrical energy consumption and
emissions. Acceleration should be
gradual.
CONDITIONS OF USE
Traffic and road conditions
Heavy traffic with fast acceleration
causes high electrical energy
consumption. Winding mountain roads
and rough road surfaces also adversely
affect consumption.
TRANSPORTING
PASSENGERS
Important notes
WARNING It is extremely dangerous
to leave children in a parked vehicle
when the temperature outside is very
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