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OPEL Antara Operation, Safety, Maintenance...
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Data specific to your vehicle Please enter your vehicle’s data here to keep it easily accessible. This information is available under the section "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Fuel Designation Engine oil Grade Viscosity Tyre pressure Tyre size for load of up to 4 persons for full load...
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Black arrows in the illustrations indicate a Opel Partner. reaction or a second action to be All Opel Partners offer first-class service at performed. reasonable prices. Directional data, e.g. left or right, or front...
Contents Handling characteristics In brief ............6 All Wheel Drive vehicles have a high centre Locks, doors, windows ......21 of gravity due to the increased ground Seats, interior ........... 36 clearance required for off-road use. Instruments, controls ....... 70 As with other vehicles of this type, failure to Lighting ............
In brief In brief To unlock and open the vehicle: To unlock and open the tailgate: Press button q, pull door handle Press button q on remote control, operate button above 6 Door locks - see pages 30, 72, license plate keys - see page 21, electronic immobiliser - see page 22, 6 Tailgate - see page 26,...
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In brief Front seat adjustment: Adjusting front seat backrests: Adjusting the lumbar support 3: Pull handle, slide seat, Lift release lever on outboard side Turn handwheel release handle of seat Adjust lumbar support to suit personal requirements. 6 Seats - see page 36, Move seat backrest to suit seating position.
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In brief Adjusting seat height 3: Adjusting head restraint height: Fitting seat belt: Raise or lower lever on outboard Press release button, Draw seat belt smoothly from side of seat adjust height, then release inertia reel, guide over shoulder and engage in buckle Lever pumping action 6 Head restraints - see page 39, head restraint position –...
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In brief To adjust interior mirror: Electrically adjustable exterior Fold in exterior mirrors: Swivel mirror housing mirrors: Manually: press lightly. Four way switch in driver’s door Swivel lever on underside of mirror housing Electrically 3: with ignition switch in to reduce dazzle at night. Move selector switch to L or R;...
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In brief Page Page Page Side air vents ........104 Centre air vents....... 104 17 Accelerator pedal......127 Door window defroster vents ..104 10 Hazard warning........ 14 18 Driver’s airbag ........52 Park pilot 3 ........142 Headlamp flash and main beam ..14 19 Brake pedal......
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In brief Control indicators Electronic immobiliser: Water in diesel fuel filter 3: see pages 22, 72. see pages 73, 194. ABS (Anti-lock Brake System): Door open: Change engine oil 3: see page 148. see page 72. see page 73. Trailer indicator 3: Engine electronics, Preheating for diesel engines 3: see page 70.
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In brief Steering column lock and ignition: Steering wheel adjustment: Exterior lamps Turn key to position ACC. Move lever down, Turn light switch: To release lock, adjust height and distance, = Off rotate steering wheel slightly move lever up and engage = Parking lamps Positions: Adjust steering wheel only with vehicle...
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In brief Headlamp flash, main and Turn signal lamps: Hazard warning lamps: dipped beam: Lever in rest position Press ¨ Headlamp = Pull lever Upwards Right turn Press ¨ again flash towards Downwards = Left turn 6 Hazard warning lamps - see page 97. steering wheel 6 Turn signal lamps - see page 95.
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In brief Activate horn j: Windscreen wipers: Automatic wiping with rain Press either side of the Move lever upwards sensor 3: steering wheel Move lever to automatic wiping with rain sensor position $ The horn will sound regardless of ignition Timed interval wipe switch position.
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In brief Operating windscreen and Tailgate wiper and washer Heated rear window, headlamp washer systems 3: systems: heated exterior mirrors 3: Pull lever towards steering wheel Wipers on = Push lever forward Press Ü = On 6 Windscreen and headlamp washer Wipers off = Pull lever back Press Ü...
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In brief Drying misted up or iced up To set automatic mode of Manual transmission: windows: Electronic Climate Control 3: 1 to 5 = 1st to 5th gear Set air distribution to position l, Press AUTO button, = Reverse gear set the temperature rotary knob set temperature using Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle...
In brief Before starting-off, check: z Tyre pressures and condition. z Engine oil level and fluid levels in engine compartment (see page 192). z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and license plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational. z Objects are securely located and will not be thrown forward in the event of sudden braking.
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In brief Start attempts should not last longer than 15 seconds. If engine does not start, wait 10 seconds before repeating starting procedure. The increased engine speed automatically returns to normal idling speed as the engine temperature rises. Drive at a moderate speed, especially in cold weather, until normal engine operating temperatures have been reached.
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In brief Advice when parking: That was the most important information for your first drive in z Always apply hand brake firmly and as your Antara in brief. firmly as possible on slopes. z Push key into ignition switch before removing (vehicles with automatic transmission 3: depress foot brake and shift into P before removing key).
Locks, doors, windows Replacement keys The key is a constituent of the electronic immobiliser. In case of loss, replacement keys can be ordered from your Opel Partner by quoting the key number and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Replacement keys ......21 Once a new transmitter is coded, the lost Car Pass..........
Locks, doors, windows Note The immobiliser does not lock the doors. Therefore, after leaving the vehicle, always lock it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 - see pages 25, 27. Electronic immobiliser Control indicator for immobiliser The control indicator illuminates when the The system checks whether the vehicle may ignition is switched on, then extinguishes.
Locks, doors, windows Treat the remote control unit with care: Central locking system it should be protected against moisture, see page 25. kept out of direct sunlight and should not Mechanical anti-theft locking system 3 be operated unnecessarily. see page 27. Do not place heavy objects on the remote Anti-theft alarm system 3 control unit, and avoid dropping it.
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The remote control must be Warning reprogrammed. We recommend you consult your Opel Partner. Changing battery in remote control unit Used lithium batteries can harm the Replace the battery in accordance with the z The system has been overloaded as a environment.
Locks, doors, windows To unlock: Press button q on remote control - or - Press central locking switch in driver’s door. If no door is opened within approx. 30 seconds after the vehicle has been unlocked via the remote control, the vehicle is relocked automatically and anti-theft alarm 3 is reactivated.
Locks, doors, windows Warning Ensure there are no obstructions and that there is adequate clearance when opening the tailgate. Do not drive with tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gases could penetrate the vehicle interior. If driving with tailgate open is necessary, set fan to highest speed, open all air vents, close windows and ensure air...
Locks, doors, windows Mechanical anti-theft locking Anti-theft alarm system 3 To unlock: system 3 Press button q on remote control The system monitors: - or - z Front and rear doors. Warning Turn key in driver's door lock towards front of vehicle, then turn it back to the vertical z Tailgate, bonnet.
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Locks, doors, windows Warning Do not use the system if there are passengers in the vehicle. The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside when the alarm is activated. The remote control unit is used to operate the anti-theft alarm system. To activate Always ensure that the doors, bonnet, tailgate, sun roof 3 and windows are...
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Locks, doors, windows To deactivate Alarm Press button q on remote control While the alarm system is switched on, the - or - alarm can be triggered, indicated by: Unlock driver’s door by turning key in door z an acoustic signal (horn) and lock towards front of vehicle, then turn it z a visual signal (exterior lamps).
Locks, doors, windows Child safety locks Exterior mirrors Fold in exterior mirrors Manually: the exterior mirrors can be Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors Warning folded in by pressing lightly on the outside Adjust with the four way switch in driver’s of the mirror housing. door: move selector switch to L or R;...
Locks, doors, windows Interior mirror For the safety of pedestrians, the exterior Automatic anti-dazzle exterior mirrors 3 mirrors will swing out of their normal Dazzle is automatically reduced. To adjust interior mirror, swivel mirror mounting position in the event of an housing.
Locks, doors, windows Electric windows Warning Care must be taken when operating the electrically operated door windows. There is a risk of injury, particularly for children, and a danger that articles could become trapped. Vehicle passengers must be informed accordingly. If there are children on the rear seats, press the switch in the driver’s door to lock rear window operation.
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Locks, doors, windows Safety function 3 If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it will stop immediately and will be opened again. In the event of difficulty due to frost or the like, press the relevant window switch several times until the window is closed.
Locks, doors, windows To open Press switch rearwards; it will open automatically unless the switch is pressed again in another direction, or released. To close Press and hold switch forwards. Release switch when sun roof reaches desired position. To tilt Press and hold switch upwards.
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Locks, doors, windows Note z If the top of the sun roof is wet, tilt it to allow water to run off before opening the sun roof. z When carrying a roof load, check the clearance of the sun roof, to avoid damage.
Seats, interior Seats, interior Front seats .......... 36 Rear seats..........41 Seat belts..........42 Child restraint systems 3 ....47 Airbag systems ........52 Storage ..........59 Drink holders ........67 Front seats Adjusting front seat backrests Ashtrays 3........... 67 To adjust, lift the release lever, move seat Warning triangle ¨...
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Seats, interior Electrically adjustable front seat 3 Warning Care must be taken when operating electrically adjustable seats. There is a risk of injury, particularly for children and a danger that articles could become trapped. Keep a close watch on the seats when adjusting them.
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Seats, interior Seat position Adjust driver’s seat such that, with the driver sitting upright, the steering wheel is held in the area of its upper spokes with the driver’s arms slightly bent. Slide front passenger’s seat as far back as it will go.
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Seats, interior Active head restraints 3 In the event of a rear-end impact, the active head restraints automatically tilt forwards. The head is more effectively supported by the head restraint and the danger of hyperextension in the area of the cervical vertebra is reduced.
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Seats, interior Removing the head restraints Insert a suitable tool into the small hole in the side of the guide sleeve without the release button and depress the lock. Press the release button on the other guide sleeve and pull up the head restraint. Stow head restraints securely in luggage compartment.
Seats, interior To raise the seat, lift backrest release lever and push backrest to upright position. Push and pull on seat backrest to ensure it is locked, thus avoiding excessive forward movement in the event of a collision. Warning If longer objects, e.g. skis, are to be carried on the back of the front passenger’s seat backrest, ensure they are not in the area in which the front...
Seats, interior Seat belts Warning Three-stage restraint system The system comprises: When folding the backrest, use caution - z Three-point seat belts. beware of moving parts. z Belt tensioners, with load limiters, on the front seats. Safety net 3 - see page 60. z Airbag systems for driver, front Restoring rear seat backrests passenger and rear outboard seat...
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Warning For children up to 12 years of age, we the three-point seat belts and belt recommend the Opel child restraint tensioners. The seat belts must therefore Always wear your seat belt, and that system 3 - see page 47.
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Seats, interior Belt force limiters Actuation of belt tensioners Load limiters on the front seats reduce the The belt tensioners actuate only once and impact on the seat occupant’s body from a must be replaced by a workshop after tensioning belt, in the event of a severe activation.
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Seats, interior The system’s integrated self-diagnostics z The belt tensioner and airbag system allows faults to be quickly remedied. control electronics can be found in the centre console area. In order to avoid Important malfunctions, do not store magnetic z Accessories not released for your vehicle objects in this area.
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Seats, interior Front passenger’s seat belt reminder k 3 Using the belts Warning Fitting the belt Illuminates for approx. 4 seconds when Pull the belt out evenly from the retractor ignition is switched on. On pregnant women in particular, and guide it over the shoulder, making When the engine is running, if the front the lap belt must be positioned as low as certain that it is not twisted.
Opel child restraint systems are designed specifically for your vehicle and thus provide optimum safety for your child in the event of an impact. The use of an Opel child restraint system is therefore recommended. If a different child safety seat is used, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for fitting...
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From 15 - 25 kg, vehicle type. z The covers of the Opel child restraint 3 years - 7 years z You should always observe the system can be wiped clean.
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Seats, interior Permissible options for fitting a child safety seat Universal suitability in conjunction with the three-point seat belt. Weight and age class On front passenger’s On outboard rear On centre rear seat seat seats Vehicle seat with ISOFIX mounting available.
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Seats, interior ISOFIX child restraint systems 3 Size class Description D - ISO/R2: Rear-facing The instructions accompanying the ISOFIX A - ISO/F3: Forward-facing child restraint system for child restraint system are to be expressly child restraint system for smaller children in the followed.
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Seats, interior Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child safety seat Weight and age class Size class Fixture On front passenger’s On outboard rear On centre rear seat seat seats up to 10 kg or approx. ISO/R1 10 months up to 13 kg ISO/R1 or approx.
Seats, interior Airbag systems Mounting brackets for ISOFIX child Anchors for Top-Tether child restraint restraint systems systems Front airbags The brackets located between the backrest The top tether anchors located on the rear The front airbag system is identified by the and seat cushion are used for mounting of the backrests are designed to hold child word “Airbag”...
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Seats, interior When triggered, the driver’s and front The front airbag system will not be passenger’s airbags inflate in milliseconds triggered in the event of: and form safety cushions for the driver and z the ignition being switched off, front passenger. Forward movement of z minor frontal collisions, driver and front passenger is checked and z accidents in which the vehicle overturns,...
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Seats, interior When triggered, the side airbag inflates in milliseconds and forms a safety cushion for the driver and/or front passenger in the respective door area. The risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side impact is thereby substantially reduced.
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Seats, interior The side airbags will not be triggered in the event of: z the ignition being switched off, z frontal collisions, z accidents in which the vehicle overturns, if lateral impact is insufficient for side airbag deployment, z collisions involving a rear impact, z collisions involving a side impact outside the passenger cell.
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Seats, interior When triggered, the curtain airbag inflates The curtain airbags will not be triggered in in milliseconds and provides a safety the event of: barrier in the head area on the respective z the ignition being switched off, side of the vehicle. This reduces the risk of z frontal collisions, injury to the head considerably in the event z accidents in which the vehicle overturns,...
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Seats, interior Important z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to Warning z Accessories not released for your vehicle clean the steering wheel, instrument type and other objects must not be panel, front seat backrests, roof frame Have the cause of the fault remedied by affixed or placed in the area in which the and seat area of the front seats.
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Seats, interior z After airbags deflate, you may notice a z We recommend having the steering burning smell, smoke and white powder wheel, the instrument panel, all panelling in the interior, which is normal. Although parts, the door seals, handles and the they may cause skin or eye irritation, front seats removed by a workshop.
Seats, interior Notes on loading the vehicle: See page 63. Warning Do not place any heavy or sharp objects on the cover. Loose objects in the luggage compartment should be secured safely. Storage To remove Open luggage compartment cover. Luggage compartment cover To close Pull socket on either side of cover towards Pull luggage compartment cover towards...
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Seats, interior Safety net 3 The safety net can be mounted behind the rear seats or, if the rear seat backrests are folded, in front of the rear seats. Passengers must not be transported behind the safety net. Fitting In front of and behind the rear seats on There are four installation openings in the both sides of the vehicle are the hook roof frame, two located in front of and two...
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Seats, interior Designed for carrying small, light items Warning only, the luggage floor net 3 helps keep loads from moving during sharp turns or Do not stack loads higher than the upper quick starts and stops. end of the safety net. To install: attach the four net hooks to the Avoid applying excessive force to the lashing eyes mounted on the luggage...
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Seats, interior FlexOrganizer 3 Variable partition net Hooks and mesh pocket Flexible system for dividing the luggage Insert an adapter in each rail: fold up Insert the hooks in the desired position in compartment or securing loads. handle plate, insert adapter in upper and the rails: insert the hook in the upper lower groove of rails, move to desired groove on the rail and press in the lower...
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Seats, interior Notes on loading the vehicle z Heavy objects in the luggage compartment should be placed as far forward as possible. If objects are to be stacked, the heavier objects should be placed at the bottom. With rear seats in the folded position, or with safety net 3 installed behind rear seats, objects must not be stacked higher than the seat backrests.
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Seats, interior z Close the luggage compartment cover to z The load must not obstruct the operation prevent the objects from being reflected of the pedals, hand brake and gearshift in the rear window. lever or hinder the freedom of movement of the driver.
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Seats, interior Sunglass holder Console box in front armrest 3 Console box in rear armrest 3 To open: push the rear part of the front To open: pull up lower lever and lift the lid. To open: pull up lid of rear centre armrest. reading lamps cover.
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Seats, interior Console net 3 Front passenger’s seat undertray 3 Storage compartment 3 Located in the front passenger’s footwell. Pull up on front of tray then pull it forwards. Located in rear of centre console. Push the tray towards the seat to return it To open: press button above the storage to its original position.
Seats, interior Ashtrays 3 Card holder Located below instrument panel on driver’s To be used only for ash and not for side. Insert a card into the slot for combustible rubbish. convenient use. Warning Coin storage Open by pulling handle on coin storage Disregard of these instructions may lead door (located below card holder) towards to injuries or endanger life.
Seats, interior Warning triangle ¨ First aid kit Your first aid kit and warning triangle can be accommodated below the floor cover in the luggage compartment. Power outlets Portable front ashtray 3 Located in front drink holder. Cigarette lighter ) With ignition switch in positions ACC or ON, To open: gently lift up lid.
Seats, interior Assist grips Accessory sockets The maximum power requirement of Located in the rear centre console between electrical accessories must not exceed Located above the driver’s door 3, the the front seats and in the right-hand side of 120 watts. front passenger’s door and both rear the luggage compartment 3.
Instruments, controls Instruments, controls Control indicators ....... 70 Instrument display ......75 Information display ......76 Display of current tyre pressure 3 ..91 Check control 3 ........91 Warning buzzers......... 92 Windscreen wipers......92 Control indicators Brake system The control indicators described here are Illuminates in red when ignition is switched not present in all vehicles.
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Instruments, controls Park pilot 3 AWD (All Wheel Drive) Automatic headlamp range Illuminates in yellow when ignition is Illuminates in yellow when ignition is adjustment 3 switched on, then extinguishes. switched on, then extinguishes. Illuminates in yellow when ignition is switched on, then extinguishes.
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Instruments, controls Electronic immobiliser Tailgate open Turn signal lamps Illuminates in red when ignition is Illuminates in red when ignition is The relevant control indicator flashes in switched on, then extinguishes. switched on, then extinguishes. green when the turn signal is on. If it remains illuminated after the ignition is Illuminates when tailgate is open or not Rapid flash;...
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Instruments, controls > Front fog lamps Change engine oil 3 Cruise control 3 Illuminates in green when front fog lamps Illuminates in yellow when ignition is see page 140. are switched on - see page 96. switched on, then extinguishes. Illuminates to indicate that engine oil Engine oil level 3 needs changing within approx.
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Instruments, controls Warning Anti-theft alarm system activation Exhaust emissions without monitoring of passenger Illuminates in yellow when ignition is When the engine is off, considerably compartment and vehicle tilt 3 switched on. Extinguishes after engine is greater force will be required for braking see page 28.
Instruments, controls Instrument display Speedometer Odometer Indicates the vehicle speed. The odometer indicates how far the vehicle Tachometer has been driven. Making use of the tachometer helps to save fuel; it indicates the engine speed in Trip odometer revolutions per minute (rpm). There are two independent trip odometers which indicate how far the vehicle has been Red warning zone on right;...
Instruments, controls 11:25 °C Range [TP] Information display Fuel gauge Transmission display 3 Indicates fuel level when the ignition is on. Display of the selected gear or mode with Board information display automatic transmission 3. Display of time, outside temperature and After adding fuel and restarting engine, date/Infotainment system (when it is on).
Instruments, controls The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings of the trip computer 3 and Infotainment system. 11:25 Some information appears on the display °C in an abbreviated form. Range Range Infotainment system –...
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Instruments, controls 11:25 °C Slippery road Range -2,5°C 257km In vehicles with graphical information Board information display, Select menu items using the arrow buttons: display 3 or colour information display 3, selecting functions OK button Select marked item, a warning message appears on the display Functions and settings of some equipment confirm command.
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Instruments, controls The functions are displayed in the following order: z Time synchronisation z Time, setting hours 11:25 z Time, setting minutes °C z Date, setting day z Date, setting month System z Date, setting year z Ignition logic z Language selection z Setting units of measure To select using the left adjuster wheel on Board information display,...
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Instruments, controls The automatic setting is indicated by } in the display. To correct time with the help of RDS, select the menu item for time synchronisation 11:25 11:25 from the Settings menu. °C °C Make the desired setting. Clock Sync.On English Setting date and time Select the menu item for time and date...
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Instruments, controls Board information display, trip computer 3 The trip computer provides information on driving data, which is continually recorded 11:25 11:25 and evaluated electronically. °C °C Access trip computer vehicle data by pressing the BC button on the Infotainment Unit Europe-SI Inst.
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Instruments, controls Average consumption Resetting trip computer information Display of average consumption. The following trip computer information The measurement can be restarted at any can be reset (restart measurements): time – see "Resetting trip computer z Average consumption 11:25 information". z Effective consumption °C Effective consumption...
Instruments, controls Interruption of power supply If the power supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low, the values stored in the trip computer will 11:25 be lost. °C Range Stop Watch Aver. Consump. Ltr./100km Inst.
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Instruments, controls To select using the arrow buttons: To select using the multifunction knob: To select using the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel: Select menu items via menus and with Turn Mark menu items or the buttons on the Infotainment system. commands, select functions.
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Instruments, controls 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Settings 19,5° 19:36 Time, Date 19,5° 19:36 [TP] CDin Time, Date 19:36 Time 19:36 Language 90.6 Units 10 . 07 . 2004 Date 10 . 07 . 2004 Contrast Day / Night Synchron.
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Instruments, controls Correcting time 3 With the navigation system, date and time are set automatically upon receipt of a 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 satellite signal. If the displayed time 13 Languages 19,5° 19:36 Settings 19,5° 19:36 does not match local time, it can be Time, Date Deutsch...
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Instruments, controls Setting display mode 3 The display can be adjusted to suit the light conditions: black or coloured text on a light 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 background or white or coloured text on a Contrast 19,5°...
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Instruments, controls Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 All values Range BC 2 257.0 Range Timer Aver. Consump. Ltr./100km Ø 33km km/h Tyres Inst. Consumpt. Ltr./100km 31.0 8 8 8 8 Ltr. Ø Ltr./100km 19,5° 19:36 Graphical information display 3 or Range If the fuel in the tank will allow less than colour information display 3,...
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Instruments, controls Distance travelled Displays number of kilometres (miles) driven. The measurement can be restarted at any time - see "Resetting trip computer Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 information". BC 1 All values All values Average speed BC 2 257.0...
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Instruments, controls Interruption of power supply If the power supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low, the values stored in the trip computer will Ü Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 be lost.
Instruments, controls Check control 3 The desired stop watch display can be selected from the Options menu 3: In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system 3, if tyre pressure is too low, the Driving Time excl. Stops Ü Board Computer display indicates which tyre to check, e.g.: The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded.
Instruments, controls Warning buzzers While driving: z when operating the turn signals. z if driver’s or passenger’s seat belt 3 is not engaged when the seat is occupied and vehicle speed exceeds approx. 22 km/h (14 mph). When the vehicle is parked and driver’s door is opened: z with exterior lamps switched on.
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Instruments, controls Automatic wiping with rain sensor 3 Windscreen and headlamp washer Tailgate wiper and washer systems To activate, move lever upwards to systems 3 Activate wipers and washer as follows: automatic wiping with rain sensor To activate, pull lever towards steering Wipers on = Push lever forwards position $.
Lighting Lighting Daytime running lamps 3 Come on automatically when engine is started. They will turn off when the parking lamps or dipped beam are on, or when the engine is stopped. Main beam, headlamp flash ..... 95 Follow the regulations of the country in Automatic dipped beam activation 3 95 which you are driving when using daytime Turn signal lamps .......
Lighting Main beam, headlamp flash Automatic dipped beam Turn signal lamps activation 3 To switch from dipped beam to main To activate, press lever up or down lightly. beam, push lever forwards. Light switch to AUTO; dipped beam comes Lever up Right turn on automatically when the engine is To switch back to dipped beam, pull lever...
Lighting Reversing lamps Come on when reverse gear is engaged and ignition is switched on. Centre high-mounted stop lamp Comes on when the brakes are applied, acting as a third stop lamp, to supplement the brake lamps. Front fog lamps Fog tail lamp >...
Lighting Vehicles with level control system z Front seats occupied z All seats occupied z All seats occupied and load in luggage compartment z Driver’s seat occupied and load in luggage compartment Automatic headlamp range adjustment 3 On vehicles with Xenon headlamps, the range of the headlamps is adjusted automatically based on vehicle load.
Lighting Peripheral lighting Instrument illumination, Interior courtesy lamps information display illumination The dipped beam and reversing lamps Front reading lamps, rear interior lamps illuminate for approx. 30 seconds after the and luggage compartment lamps function Comes on when ignition is switched on. driver exits the vehicle and closes the door.
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Lighting Courtesy lamps can be turned off Front reading lamps Rear interior lamps immediately by pressing button Left and right reading lamps are Press button to turn on left and right rear individually operable. With ignition on: interior lamps individually. = Press button Press button again to turn the lamp off.
Lighting Battery discharge protection Front door lamps Come on when a door is opened. To prevent battery from becoming discharged, the external lamps turn off Once all doors are closed, the front door automatically approx. 10 minutes after the lamps extinguish after approx. 10 seconds. ignition is switched off.
Infotainment system Infotainment system Radio reception 3 The radio is operated as described in the operating instructions supplied. Vehicle radio reception will differ from that obtained with domestic radios. As the vehicle antenna is relatively near the Radio reception 3....... 101 ground, the broadcasting companies Steering wheel mounted remote cannot guarantee the same quality of...
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10 Watts. We recommend that telephone manufacturer must be observed with integrated antenna may cause you consult your Opel Partner, who will when fitting and operating a mobile malfunctions in the vehicle electronics. have brackets and various installation kits telephone.
Climate control Climate control Heating and ventilation system, air conditioning system ....103 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) 3 ... 103 Air vents ..........104 Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors 3 ....105 Heated front seats 3......105 Glove compartment cooling 3 ..105 Heating and ventilation system, Electronic Climate Control (ECC) 3 Heating and ventilation system ..
Climate control Door window defroster vents Air distribution rotary knob set to l or J; cooled or heated air will be directed onto the windscreen and onto the door windows (mainly in the area of the exterior mirrors). Rear air vents Operational when air distribution rotary knob is set to L, K or J.
Climate control Heated rear window, Heated front seats 3 Glove compartment cooling 3 heated exterior mirrors 3 Operational only in ignition switch Cooled air is fed into the glove positions ACC or ON. compartment through an air opening, Operational only in ignition switch when the air conditioning is turned on.
Climate control Heating and ventilation system Central rotary knob: Temperature Right-hand rotary knob: Air flow To red = Warm Four fan speeds: Left-hand rotary knob: Air distribution To blue = Cold To head area via adjustable air vents = Off = Maximum air flow To head area via adjustable air vents The rate of air flow is determined by the...
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Climate control Heating To obtain a temperature for a "cool head The amount of heat is dependent on the and warm feet" effect: engine temperature and is thus not fully z Turn air recirculation mode 4 off. attained until the engine is warm. z Set the air distribution rotary knob to L.
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Climate control z Set fan to 4. z Close centre air vents. z Open adjustable side air vents and direct them towards door windows. z Switch on heated rear window Ü. For simultaneous warming of the footwell, set air distribution rotary knob to J. Air conditioning n and air recirculation 4 are turned on automatically to improve defrosting efficiency when...
Climate control Air recirculation mode should only be used for brief periods, due to gradual deterioration in air quality and an increase in humidity, causing windows to mist up. Driving with air recirculation mode on for extended periods may cause vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.
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Climate control Once activated, the air conditioning system is operated via the normal heating and ventilation controls. Even with air conditioning on, if temperature rotary knob is set to warm, the vehicle will still produce warm air in the passenger compartment. To improve efficiency of the air conditioning, always close the windows, to prevent chilled air from escaping.
Climate control Electronic Climate Control (ECC) 3 Provides the greatest amount of comfort in the vehicle interior, regardless of the weather, outside temperature or season. To ensure a constant and comfortable climate in the vehicle, the temperature of the inflowing air, the air flow rate, air distribution mode, air recirculation mode and air conditioning are automatically adapted based on the climate conditions...
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Climate control Temperature preset The central rotary knob can be used to set the temperature; 22 °C, 24 °C and 26 °C appear on the rotary knob. Intermediate settings are possible. The selected temperature is maintained. At the lowest or highest temperature setting, the system works at maximum cooling or heating.
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Climate control Air recirculation mode 4 is automatically switched off. Air conditioning n switches To switch off window demisting and defrosting, press button V again, press AUTO button, adjust fan speed or air distribution rotary knob. Manual settings Window demisting and defrosting Under certain circumstances (e.g.
Climate control Note Maintenance If the windscreen mists up in damp To ensure continuously efficient weather, temporarily set the system as performance and prolong the life of the air described under "Window demisting and conditioning system, it must be switched on defrosting"...
Driving and operation Driving and operation Automatic transmission 3 Warning The automatic transmission permits manual gearshifting (manual mode) or Disregard of these instructions may automatic gearshifting (automatic mode) with fully automatic clutch control. cause damage to the vehicle and lead to injuries or endanger life.
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Driving and operation Selector lever can only be moved out of P or N with the ignition switched on and the foot brake depressed (selector lever lock). To engage P or R, press selector lever button. Never shift to P or R while the vehicle is moving.
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Driving and operation When upshifting in manual mode, take heed of prevailing road conditions, keeping engine speed below the red zone. Downshifts must be made in accordance with vehicle speed. Gears can be skipped by moving the selector lever repeatedly at short intervals. When starting on slippery surfaces, move selector lever forwards to engage 2nd gear.
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Driving and operation Engine braking assistance Stopping the vehicle Automatic mode The selector lever can be left in the current The automatic transmission automatically drive range when the engine is running. selects the driving programs with the best In automatic or manual mode, once the possible braking effect.
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Driving and operation Parking Rocking the vehicle Before leaving the vehicle: If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from water, ice, sand, mud, snow z Depress and hold foot brake, or a dip, observe the following: z Apply hand brake, z Move selector lever to position P, Check there are no objects or people in the...
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Driving and operation If the cause of the interruption to the power supply is not a discharged battery, release selector lever: 1. Turn off ignition and remove key. 2. Depress and hold foot brake. 3. Remove cap on console with a suitable screwdriver.
Driving and operation All Wheel Drive On-road driving The increased traction of All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive (AWD) is an active-on- vehicles offers greater driving control in demand system that engages adverse road conditions, particularly automatically, with no action required by heavy snow and ice.
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Driving and operation Always exercise caution when in slippery Off-road driving Preparation conditions (caused by sand, gravel, water, During off-road driving, you will encounter The duration, distance and conditions of snow or ice on the road), in order to a variety of driving conditions and the off-road activity determine the extent maintain vehicle control.
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A tow rope should be carried, to allow the recovery vehicle to be placed clear of any adverse ground. Your Opel Partner will assist you in assessing any special requirements. Ensure that tyres (including the spare) are Secure all loose items and luggage that...
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Driving and operation The ground clearance, ramp angle, angle Driving through water Avoid water entering the air intake system. of approach and departure and wading Do not exceed the maximum wading Warning depth need to be considered, especially in depth. hilly conditions and when wading, to Check the depth of water: choose the If water enters the air intake system,...
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Driving and operation Self-help Cleaning Clean and check the mechanical parts of Recovery and towing Clean the vehicle thoroughly and as soon the vehicle, particularly the following When recovering or towing a vehicle as possible after driving off-road. areas: off-road, observe the following: Do not let mud remain dry on any part of z Driveshafts, including sealing bellows, z A greater force is required to move a...
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Your Opel Partner will inform you which to control the vehicle. wheels - or accelerate backwards or additional service is required between the forwards when on a hill.
Driving and operation Driving hints Brake servo unit Driving in extreme conditions With the engine not running, the brake When driving in hazardous conditions, e.g. The first 1000 km (600 miles) servo unit is no longer effective once the in snow, ice, mud, sand or water, drive Drive your vehicle at various speeds.
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Driving and operation Switching off the engine Engine rpm Clutch operation 3 If the engine temperature is very high, e.g. Under all driving conditions, drive in a Always depress the clutch pedal hard to after driving in mountainous terrain: allow favourable engine speed range.
Trend-setting technology vehicles is available at www.opel.com. fuel emission, the amount of pollutant in When developing and manufacturing your the exhaust and the amount of noise. vehicle, Opel used environment-friendly Drive in an energy and and, in the main, recyclable materials.
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Roof racks 3 maintenance be entrusted to an Driving with an eye on the tachometer z Roof racks can increase fuel Opel Partner. saves fuel. If possible, drive at low revs in consumption by approx. 1 l/100 km Extreme driving conditions each gear and at a constant speed.
Petrol with too low an octane number can The flow and filterability of diesel fuels are friction between the engine and cause pinking. Opel cannot be held liable insufficient at low temperatures, as a result transmission components lasting for for resulting damage.
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Driving and operation Fuel filler cap Correct refuelling is largely dependent on If replacing the fuel filler cap, be sure to use correct operation of the dispensing pump: the original fuel filler cap for your model, to z Insert dispensing pump as far as it will go ensure full functionality.
Driving and operation Damage to the catalytic converter or the Catalytic converter for diesel engines vehicle may result if the following points Damage to the catalytic converter or the are not observed: vehicle may result if the following points are not observed: z If the engine misfires or runs roughly after a cold start, the engine power has Consult a workshop as quickly as possible...
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Driving and operation Controlling exhaust emission Control indicator for exhaust emissions Control indicator for engine electronics Control indicator Z illuminates for a few Through design-related measures, Control indicator 3 illuminates for a few primarily in the fuel injection and ignition seconds when the ignition is switched on.
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The diesel particle filter removes polluting Have all maintenance work carried out at Warning soot particles out of the exhaust. the intervals specified by Opel. We recommend that you entrust this work to The system contains a self-cleaning Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous your Opel Partner, who has proper function at certain intervals.
Driving and operation Drive control systems When the ESC comes into action, control indicator flashes in the instrument panel. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Some noise or vibration may be apparent. The Electronic Stability Control improves driving stability when necessary, The vehicle is now in a critical situation; independently of the type of road surface the ESC helps you to keep control of the and the tyre grip.
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Driving and operation ESC Not Ready control indicator Switching off Turn off ESC function to allow engine rpm The control indicator illuminates in yellow Control indicator J illuminates in yellow for to increase, by pressing button J. Control for approx. 4 seconds when the ignition is approx.
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Driving and operation Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) When the ESC function comes into action and recognises any emergency situations requiring hard braking, it automatically delivers increased braking pressure to the wheels. Active Rollover Protection (ARP) If the vehicle moves in an unstable manner, this function helps the vehicle maintain normal stability.
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Driving and operation To deactivate Flashing or illumination of the yellow DCS Press DCS button again. The green DCS control indicator 5 reminds the driver that control indicator 5 will extinguish. the friction material needs to cool down: drive the vehicle without braking as much Depressing the foot brake or accelerator as possible.
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Driving and operation Cruise control 3 Do not use cruise control if it is not Cruise control can store and maintain advisable to maintain a constant speed speeds over approx. 30 km/h (20 mph). (e.g. in situations presenting a danger to yourself and other road users, in heavy Deviation from the stored speed may occur traffic or on winding, slippery or greasy...
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Driving and operation Increase speed To deactivate With cruise control active, press and hold Switch off cruise control when not needed, button and release it when the to avoid accidental activation. desired vehicle speed is reached. Press button to turn cruise control off. To increase the speed in steps of Control indicator m extinguishes and the 2 km/h (1.2 mph), tap the...
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Driving and operation The acoustic signal may differ depending on the type of object detected. If the vehicle approaches an obstacle when in a forward gear or while reversing, a series of signals can be heard in the vehicle interior. The interval between the signals becomes shorter as the distance is reduced.
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Driving and operation To ensure the safety of other road users and people in the vicinity and to avoid damage to the vehicle, remember: z The park pilot should only be considered as a supplementary function. Normal precautions should be maintained when reversing.
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Driving and operation Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 Warning The tyre pressure monitoring system continually checks the pressure of all four The tyre pressure monitoring system does wheels while driving. Ü Board Computer not replace manual checks with a A pressure sensor is integrated in each BC 1 suitable gauge.
Driving and operation Brake system The effectiveness of the brakes is an important factor for traffic safety. Ü Board Computer Ü Board Computer In the interest of effectiveness, do not brake unnecessarily hard during the first Attention! 200 km (125 miles) after new disc brake Tyre pressure pads have been fitted.
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Driving and operation Foot brake In order to utilise the full pedal travel, The brake system comprises two separate particularly in the event of a brake circuit brake circuits. fault, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals - see page 128. If one brake circuit should fail, the vehicle can still be braked with the second With the engine stopped, the brake servo...
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Driving and operation If the control indicator stays lit, the brakes do not operate as normal or leaks are found in the brake system, do not attempt to drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to a workshop for inspection and repair. If the control indicator does not illuminate when the ignition is switched on or when the hand brake is applied (with ignition...
Driving and operation Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) If control indicator u illuminates during driving along with brake system control The ABS continually monitors the vehicle's indicator 4, there is a serious fault in the brake system and prevents the wheels from brake system.
Wheel trims and tyres that are approved and safety. Otherwise, the system would not indicate by Opel for the respective vehicle and tyre pressure deviations. comply with all of the relevant wheel and Changing tyre/wheel type...
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Driving and operation Tyre pressure After having checked the tyre pressures, Tyre condition, wheel condition Check tyre pressures when cold, at least securely tighten the valve caps. Driving over sharp edges can lead to every 14 days and prior to any long hidden tyre damage and wheel damage Incorrect inflation pressures will impair journey.
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Driving and operation General information Note that the danger of aquaplaning is greater if the tyres are worn and if the tyre pressures are not correct. Tyres age, even if they are used only very little or not at all. A spare wheel which has not been used for six years should be used only in emergencies: drive slowly when using such tyres.
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Wheel trims 3 If the wheel trims and tyres used are not Opel-approved, make sure the tyres do not have a beaded edge - see page 149. Varies from country to country on account of national regulations.
Driving and operation Flex-Fix system 3 Extend Flex-Fix system Completely pull out the Flex-Fix system Open tailgate - see page 26. until you hear it engage. The Flex-Fix system allows up to two bicycles to be attached to a pull-out carrier Ensure that it is not possible to push in the Warning integrated beneath the vehicle floor.
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Driving and operation Pull up license plate holder and fully insert Install the tail lamps Open out the lamp support on the back of the holder supports into the retainers. Remove the left tail lamp (1), then the right the tail lamp all the way. tail lamp (2) from the storage bay.
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Driving and operation Push the clamping lever and insert the Check the cable and lamp position to make Lock the Flex-Fix system lamp support into the retainer until it hits sure these are correctly installed and are Swivel the left clamping lever (1) outwards the stop.
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Driving and operation Unfold pedal crank recesses Remove the pedal crank mounts from the Adapting the Flex-Fix system to a bicycle Fold one or both pedal crank recesses pedal crank recesses. With the rotary lever on the pedal crank upwards until the diagonal support recess, roughly adapt the adjustable pedal engages.
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Driving and operation If the bicycle has curved pedal cranks, Press the release lever and withdraw the Push the release lever on the strap retainer screw in the pedal crank unit all the way wheel recesses. and remove the strap retainer. (position 1), see illustration.
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Driving and operation Prepare the bicycle for attachment Attaching a bicycle to the Flex-Fix system Insert pedal crank mount into outer rail of Rotate the left pedal (opposite the chain Put on the bicycle. The pedal crank here each pedal crank recess from above and cog) vertically downwards.
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Driving and operation Attach the pedal crank by rotating the Place the wheel recesses such that the Align the bicycle in the longitudinal attachment screw on the pedal crank bicycle is more or less horizontal. Here, the direction of the vehicle: mount.
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Driving and operation Tighten the attachment screw for the pedal Removing a bicycle from the Flex-Fix Retracting the Flex-Fix system bearing mount to its maximum point. system Push the pedal crank mounts into the Undo strap retainers on both bicycle tyres. pedal crank recesses.
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Driving and operation Secure the strap retainer and pull tightly Press release lever and slide in wheel Disengage the locking lever on the downwards as far as possible. recesses all the way as far as they will go. diagonal support and fold both pedal crank recesses down.
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Driving and operation Swivel first the right clamping lever (1), Push the clamping lever and pull both lamp Fold in the lamp supports on the backs of inwards, followed by the left clamping lever supports out of the recesses. the tail lamps. (2), until they can be engaged in their First place the right tail lamp (1), then the respective recesses.
Driving and operation Towing equipment 3 If the vehicle is not equipped with a trailer hitch, we recommend having this retrofitted by a workshop, who will advise you on any possible towed load increases. The workshop has instructions on how to install the trailer hitch and making any changes to the vehicle that are needed that affect the cooling system, heat shields...
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Driving and operation Towing equipment with detachable coupling ball bar 3 Stowage of coupling ball bar The coupling ball bar is kept in a bag, fastened with a strap and is stowed below the floor cover in the luggage compartment. Fitting the coupling ball bar Confirm that the colour marking on the Remove sealing plug from the hole for the...
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Driving and operation Important Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly attached: z Green marking must be visible on lever. z Coupling ball bar must be seated firmly in coupling housing. Coupling ball bar must be locked and key must be removed.
Driving and operation Towing Since engine power decreases as altitude increases because of the air becoming Caravan/trailer loads thinner, therefore reducing climbing ability, The permissible caravan/trailer loads are it may not be possible for permissible trailer vehicle-dependent and engine-dependent loads to be fully utilized in mountainous maximum values which must not be territory.
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Driving and operation Coupling socket load Rear axle load during towing The coupling socket load is the load When the caravan/trailer is coupled and exerted by the caravan/trailer on the the towing vehicle fully loaded (including coupling ball. It can be varied by changing all occupants), the permissible rear axle the weight distribution when loading the load must not be exceeded.
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Drive slowly and shift down into a lower Opel genuine parts and accessories which climb in a higher gear. gear when descending steep gradients can be subsequently fitted aid trailer rather than holding the foot brake operation, e.g.
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Driving and operation Block the wheels of both the caravan/trailer and the vehicle when parking and always apply the hand brake firmly. If possible, do not park on slopes. Warning Have someone provide assistance when removing blocks. Always remove blocks from wheels while standing to one side.
Return release lever to its workshop. original position. Bulb replacement ....... 185 Opel genuine parts and accessories. 191 Do not pull release lever while the vehicle is moving. A note on safety ......... 191 Checking and topping up fluids ..191 Windscreen wipers......
Self-help, vehicle care Starting Starting the engine with jump leads 3 Do not start with quick charger This prevents damage to electronic A vehicle with a discharged battery can be components. started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. Warning Start attempts should be made at intervals of 1 minute and should not last longer than...
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Self-help, vehicle care z Use auxiliary battery with same voltage (12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be considerably less than that of the discharged battery. Voltage and capacity information can be found on the batteries. z Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a width of at least 16 mm (25 mm for diesel engines).
Self-help, vehicle care Place gearshift lever in neutral. Switch on Warning the ignition to release the steering column lock and to permit operation of the brake Care must be taken to ensure that the lamps and windscreen wipers. leads do not inadvertently contact metal Drive off slowly and avoid jerky surfaces within the compartment area.
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Self-help, vehicle care Keep tow rope 3 clear of front bumper, Towing service and ensure it is securely fixed to the towing Entrust your vehicle only to the towing eye at both ends. Pull on the tow rope 3 to service of your choice and obtain an check.
Self-help, vehicle care Screw the rear towing eye attachment anti- clockwise until it is firmly in place. Warning Never lift vehicle using the towing eye. Drive off slowly and avoid jerky movements. Impermissible tractive forces could damage the vehicles. To prevent damage, do not take up slack in the tow rope too quickly.
Self-help, vehicle care Warning triangle General information ¨ If you use winter tyres 3, the spare wheel First aid kit may still be fitted with a summer tyre. Your first aid kit and warning triangle can be accommodated below the floor cover in If you use the spare wheel when it is fitted the luggage compartment.
Self-help, vehicle care Wheel changing Notes on temporary spare wheel Notes on directional tyres 3 z Using a temporary spare wheel may Tyres with a prescribed rotating direction In order to reduce the chance of possible change the driving behaviour of the can only achieve their maximum injuries, make the following preparations vehicle, particularly if using winter...
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Self-help, vehicle care z Remove wheel trim 3. z Do not raise the vehicle more than is necessary to change a wheel. z Slacken wheel nuts one turn only before raising the vehicle, but do not totally z No people or animals may be in the unscrew or remove the nuts until the vehicle when it is jacked-up.
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Self-help, vehicle care 3. The location of front and rear jacking 4. Before positioning the jack, set it to the 5. Attach wrench to eye of threaded rod points is indicated by notches on the necessary height by rotating the eye by and turn crank to raise vehicle.
Self-help, vehicle care Electrical system 11. Stow replaced wheel in luggage compartment. Warning 12. Stow the jacking equipment and Electronic ignition systems generate very warning triangle 3 - see pages 176, high voltages. Do not touch the ignition 177. system; high voltage can be fatal. 13.
Self-help, vehicle care Only install fuses of the specified rating. Each fuse has its rating written on it, in addition the fuses are colour coded. Fuses, Fuses, Colour Rating Grey Light brown Dark brown 7.5 A 10 A Light blue 15 A Yellow 20 A...
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Self-help, vehicle care No. Circuit Rating Windscreen washer 10 A Exterior mirror heating 15 A Instrument cluster 10 A Ignition 10 A Airbag 10 A Steering wheel remote Folding mirrors 10 A Cigarette lighter 20 A Some circuits may be protected by several Passenger’s electric 20 A No.
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Self-help, vehicle care Some circuits may be protected by several Engine compartment fuse box No. Circuit Rating fuses. The fuse box is located next to the coolant reservoir in the engine compartment. Cooling fan auxiliary 30 A No. Circuit Rating Stop 15 A Engine 1...
Self-help, vehicle care Bulb replacement No. Circuit Rating Before replacing a bulb, switch off ignition Electric seat 30 A and relevant switch. Battery 60 A Only hold new bulbs at base! Do not touch Defogger 30 A the bulb glass with bare hands, otherwise Dipped beam (left side) 15 A fingerprints on the glass evaporate and...
Self-help, vehicle care Halogen headlamp system Parking lamps Front turn signal lamps 1. Remove headlamp assembly - 1. Remove headlamp assembly - Dipped and main beam see page 185. see page 185. Main beam 1 (inner bulbs) and dipped beam 2 (outer bulbs). 2.
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Self-help, vehicle care Xenon headlamp system 3 Parking lamps Front turn signal lamps 1. Remove headlamp assembly - 1. Remove headlamp assembly - Halogen headlamps A can be identified see page 185. see page 185. from Xenon headlamps B by the different lens layout.
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Self-help, vehicle care Front fog lamps Side repeater lamps Rear brake, tail, turn signal, reverse lamps 1. Remove 2 screws from panel on 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry lamp and fog tail lamp underside of vehicle below front fog assembly away from wing.
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Self-help, vehicle care 6. Replace lamp assembly by guiding lugs License plate lamps Front reading lamps on lamp assembly into their holes (see 1. Remove 4 screws (arrowed) and remove 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry lamp black arrows in illustration). lamp covers.
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Self-help, vehicle care Rear interior lamps Luggage compartment lamps 3 Front door lamps 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry lamp 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, remove lens 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry lamp lens away from roof lining. from lamp assembly. lens away from front door trim.
Opel genuine parts and properly, you may endanger yourself and accessories other road users. We recommend the use of “Opel genuine Checking and topping up fluids parts and accessories” and conversion To aid identification, the engine oil filler parts released expressly for your vehicle cap, the coolant filler cap, the lid of the type.
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Self-help, vehicle care Engine oil Information on engine oils - see page 213. Engine oil level and consumption It is normal for every engine to consume some oil, and it is sometimes necessary to check and top up the engine oil level between oil changes.
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Self-help, vehicle care Top up if the engine oil level has dropped When replenishing, attempt to use the Capacities - see page 225. to the "add oil" lower mark (or MIN mark). same type of engine oil as used at the last A stabilization of the engine oil oil change.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know left of the filter housing, anti-clockwise We recommend that you use genuine Opel when to change the oil. Based on driving using a suitable screwdriver, to drain off oil filters.
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- see page 73. Drain the engine damage. We therefore strongly water immediately. recommend the use of antifreeze that has been approved by Opel. Warning Coolant level Hardly any losses occur since the cooling Antifreeze is a danger to health: it must...
Self-help, vehicle care Coolant temperature Warning Control indicator W illuminates when coolant temperature is too high. Check Allow engine to cool down before coolant level: removing coolant filler cap. If steam is z Coolant level low: visible, move away from the vehicle until Top up coolant.
Warning damage or impair braking effectiveness. Stay well informed. We recommend that We recommend that you have brake fluid you use Opel-approved high performance changed by a workshop, who will be brake fluid. familiar with the requirements of the law...
Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with near the top of the windscreen. a soft cloth and Opel Cleaning Solvent and Antifreeze. Wiper blades whose lips have become hardened, cracked or covered with silicone must be replaced.
Self-help, vehicle care In cold weather, do not fill the windscreen washer fluid reservoir more than three- quarters full, to allow enough room for expansion if the fluid freezes, and to prevent damage to the reservoir. In freezing conditions, use windscreen washer fluid with sufficient antifreezing properties.
Self-help, vehicle care Laying up the vehicle for more than Warning 6 weeks can lead to battery discharge, which may reduce the service life of the Ensure there is adequate ventilation battery. Disconnect battery from on-board when charging the battery. There is a risk power supply by detaching negative of explosion if gases generated during terminal (anti-theft alarm system 3 is then...
Self-help, vehicle care Vehicle care Disconnecting/connecting the battery from/to the electrical system In caring for your vehicle, observe all Disconnect the battery from the vehicle national environmental regulations, electrical system before charging: particularly when washing your vehicle. first detach the negative and then the Regular, thorough care contributes to positive lead.
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Self-help, vehicle care Vehicle care aids 3 Washing Clean edges and folds on opened doors Vehicle wash: The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to and flaps as well as the areas they cover. z Car Shampoo environmental influences, e.g. continuous Thoroughly rinse off and leather-off the z Sponges changes in weather conditions, industrial...
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Opel Touch-up and do not clean them dry. Paintwork polish with silicone forms Applicator or Opel Spray and Touch-up a protective film, making waxing Paint before rust can form. If rust has unnecessary.
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Cleaning Spray and Insect Remover. Do not vinyl. use sharp instruments or abrasive cleaners. Open Velcro fasteners on clothing could Opel Cleaning Solvent and Antifreeze is damage seat upholstery. Make sure that Velcro fasteners are closed. suitable for de-icing windows.
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Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with no special maintenance. The surfaces of a soft cloth and Opel Cleaning Solvent and It is advisable to wash the engine the vehicle underbody not covered by PVC Antifreeze, and replaced if necessary –...
Service, maintenance Service, maintenance European service intervals Confirmations Engine oil change - Z 24 XE only Confirmation of Service is recorded in the Due every 15,000 km (10,000 miles). spaces provided in the Service and Warranty Booklet. The date and kilometre/ Main Service European service schedule ....
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Service, maintenance European service schedule (Antara Z 20 DM, Z 20 DMH, Z 24 XE, Z 32 SE) Service operations by year km ( x 1000) miles ( x 1000) Controls, lighting, signalling equipment and airbags: visual check steering lock and ignition lock: check Remote control batteries: replace Every 2 years Windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system: check, correct...
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Service, maintenance Service operations by year km ( x 1000) miles ( x 1000) Diesel fuel filter: drain water Annually ⊕ (If relative humidity is high and/or fuel is of lower quality) Fuel filter: replace and drain water - diesel (grade EN 590) Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles Parking brake: check and adjust Wheel mounting and suspension front and rear, brake lines, brake pressure...
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Service, maintenance International service schedule (All except Z 24 XE) Service operations by year km ( x 1000) miles ( x 1000) Controls, lighting, signalling equipment and airbags: visual check steering lock and ignition lock: check Remote control batteries: replace Every 2 years Windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system: check, correct Coolant level and antifreeze: check, correct...
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Service, maintenance Service operations by year km ( x 1000) miles ( x 1000) Diesel fuel filter: drain water Annually ⊕ (If relative humidity is high and/or fuel is of lower quality) Fuel filter: replace and drain water - diesel (grade EN 590) Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles Parking brake: check and adjust Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles...
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Service, maintenance International service schedule (Antara Z 24 XE) Service operations by month km ( x 1000) miles ( x 1000) 26.5 Controls, lighting, signalling equipment and airbags: visual check steering lock and ignition lock: check Remote control batteries: replace Every 2 years Windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system: check, correct Coolant level and antifreeze: check, correct...
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Service, maintenance Service operations by month km ( x 1000) miles ( x 1000) 26.5 Parking brake: check and adjust Wheel mounting and suspension front and rear, brake lines, brake pressure hoses, fuel lines and exhaust system: visual check Corrosion protection: check and record in Service and Warranty Booklet Annually Front and rear wheel brakes: check visually Engine, transmission, PTO, rear differential, A/C compressor: check for leaks...
If consumed, seek medical Opel engine oil meets classifications z cold starts, attention immediately. Do not inhale GM-LL-A-025 and GM-LL-B-025 and is z stop and go, fumes and avoid skin contact.
Service, maintenance Brake and clutch fluid Not every engine oil available on the market meets the quality requirements, Only use DOT4 brake fluid. always check the required specification and rating is marked on the container. Warning If engine oil of the required quality is not Brake fluid is poisonous! available, a maximum of 1 litre of ACEA A3/B4 or A3/B3 grade may be used (only...
Technical data Technical data Vehicle documents, identification plate......215 Coolant, brake fluid, oils ....216 Engine data......... 217 Performance........218 emissions ..219 Fuel consumption, CO Weights, payload and roof load ..221 Vehicle documents, Information on identification plate Tyres ............ 223 identification plate Electrical system .........
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Technical data Coolant, brake fluid, oils Engine oils Information on engine oils is available on Use approved fluids only. page 213. Use of unsuitable fluids could cause serious damage to the vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is also engraved on the top right-hand side of the bulkhead near the centre of the engine firewall.
Technical data Engine data Sales designation 2.4 Petrol 3.2 V6 Petrol 2.0 Diesel 2.0 Diesel Engine stamp Z 24 SE 10 HM Z 20 S Z 20 S Engine identifier code Z 24 XE Z 32 SE Z 20 DMH Z 20 DM Number of cylinders Bore dia.
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Technical data Performance (approx. km/h / mph) Engine Z 24 XE Z 32 SE Z 20 DMH Z 20 DM Maximum speed Manual transmission 175/109 180/112 174/108 Automatic transmission 203/126 178/111 Sales designation - see page 217. The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
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Technical data Fuel consumption, CO emissions The directive is oriented to actual driving The figures given must not be taken as a practices: Urban driving is rated at guarantee for the actual fuel consumption Directive 80/1268/EEC (last changed approx. and extra-urban driving with of a particular vehicle.
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Technical data Fuel consumption emission (approx. l/100 km) (approx. g/km) Engine Z 24 XE Z 32 SE Z 20 DMH Z 20 DM Manual transmission/Automatic transmission urban 13.3/- - /16.4 8.7/10.9 8.8/- extra-urban 7.3/ - - / 8.9 6.8/ 7.3 6.7/- total 9.6/ -...
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Technical data Weights, payload and roof load The combined total of front and rear axle Roof load loads must not exceed the permissible The maximum permissible roof load The payload is the difference between the Gross Vehicle Weight. For example, if the is 100 kg.
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Technical data Weights Kerb weights (kg), 2)3) Model Engine Kerb weight Kerb weight Manual transmission Automatic transmission Enjoy/Edition Z 24 XE 1805 Z 32 SE 1845 Z 20 DMH 1845 1865 Z 20 DM 1845 Cosmo Z 24 XE 1805 Z 32 SE 1845 Z 20 DMH...
We recommend the use of Opel-tested currently meet the structural requirements. fine-mesh tyre chains that add no more We recommend that you consult an Opel than 15 mm to the tyre tread and the Partner concerning suitable tyre makes. inboard sides (including chain lock).
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Technical data Tyre pressures in kPa/bar Tyre pressure for load of The tyre pressures given are valid for cold Tyre pressure for full load tyres. The increased tyre pressure resulting up to 4 persons from extensive driving must not be Engine Tyres Front...
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Technical data Electrical system Engine Z 24 XE Z 32 SE Z 20 DMH Z 20 DM Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V Amp hours 60 Ah 70 Ah 90 Ah 90 Ah Battery for radio frequency CR 2032 or CR 2032 or CR 2032 or...
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Technical data Dimensions Overall length (mm) 4576 Width (mm) 1850 Overall height with roof rails (mm) 1747 Wheelbase (mm) 2707 Track width (mm): Front 1562 Rear 1572 Turning circle diameter, wall to wall (m) 12.78 Maximum wading depth (mm) (at 5 km/h (3 mph)) Approach angle 24°...
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Technical data Mounting dimensions of caravan/ trailer towing equipment Dimension 1039 F (fully laden) G (at kerb weight) Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle. We recommend entrusting fitting of towing equipment at a later date to a workshop. Back to overview...
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Index Brakes ............. 145 Clock ............76 Fog tail lamp ......... 73, 96 ABS ............. 148 Clutch fluid ..........197 Front fog lamps ......73, 96 Brake assist ........146 Clutch operation ........128 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder 46 Brake fluid ..........
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Index Electrically adjustable front seat ... 37 Electronic Climate Control ..17, 103, 111 Dashboard - see Instrument panel ..10 Fan ..........106, 191 Electronic components ......201 Data ..........21, 215 Filling station Electronic immobiliser ......22 Date ............80 Capacities ..........
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Language selection ......80, 86 Brake fluid .......... 196 Oils ..........192, 216 Lashing eyes ..........61 Brakes ..........145 Opel Service ........... 206 Leather trim ........... 204 Catalytic converter ......135 Operating temperature ......128 Level control system .......97, 143 Clutch fluid .........
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Index Power steering .........73, 127 Running-in ..........127 Side repeater lamps Fluid ............ 198 Brakes ..........145 Bulb replacement ......188 Preheating .........19, 73 Slide/tilt sun roof ........34 Pushing, towing ........172 Spare keys ..........21 Safeguard against Spare wheel ........153, 177 unauthorised use ......
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Index Tank Winter operation Fuel gauge ........... 76 Battery ..........128 Valve cap key ........150 Technical data ........215 Coolant, antifreeze ......195 Vehicle care ........... 201 Telephone, see Mobile telephones ..102 Fuel consumption ......130 Vehicle Identification Number ..215, 216 Temperature regulation ....106, 112 Fuel for diesel engines ......
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