Periodic Checks; Demanding Vehicle Use - Opel MOVANO Owner's Manual

PERIODIC CHECKS

Every 1000 km or before long journeys,
check and, if necessary, top up:
traction system coolant level;
NOTE The motor coolant level must be
checked when the motor is cold and
must range between the MIN and MAX
marks on the reservoir. If the level is
below the MIN level, go to a Dealership.
Do not attempt to open the cap
yourself to avoid burns and/or damage
to the cooling system and electronic
components. Topping up and filling
operations must be carried out by
qualified personnel at a Dealership
using the appropriate equipment for
vacuum filling.
brake fluid level;
AdBlue ® (UREA) Diesel emissions
additive (for versions/markets, where
provided);
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windscreen
washer/wiper system and
positioning/wear of windscreen/rear
window wiper blades.
Check engine oil level and top up every
3000 kilometres, if required.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which
have been designed and produced
specifically for Opel cars (see the
"Capacities" table in the "Technical
Specifications" section).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less
than 7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
it is necessary to carry out the following
checks, also frequently:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
visually inspect conditions of:
engine, transmission, transmission,
pipes and hoses (exhaust/fuel
system/brakes) and rubber elements
(gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
check the state of charge and fluid
level (electrolyte) of the 12V battery;
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
passenger compartment filter.
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