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OPEL Meriva Operation, Safety, Maintenance Back to overview...
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Data specific to your vehicle Please enter your vehicle’s data here so that it is readily accessible. Please refer to the sections "Servicing and maintenance" and "Technical data" and the identification plate. Fuel Designation Engine oil Grade Viscosity Tyre pressure Tyre size Front Rear...
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The corresponding sales When this Manual refers to a workshop vis- designations are found in the chapter Text marked 9 Warning provides infor- it, we recommend your Opel Service Part- "Technical data". mation on risk of accident or injury. Fail- ner.
Contents In Brief ............2 Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof ......26 Seats, Interior .......... 44 Instruments, Controls ......82 Lighting ..........102 Infotainment system ......111 Climate control ........114 Driving and operation ......129 Self-help, vehicle care ......165 Service and maintenance ....
In Brief In Brief Picture no: 15335T.tif Picture no: 13977s.tif To unlock the vehicle: Press To adjust front seat leg room: Pull button handle, slide seat, release handle Open the door by pulling on the door Seats 3 44, Seat position 3 45. handle.
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In Brief Picture no: 13978s.tif Picture no: 13979s.tif Picture no: 13980s.tif To adjust front seat backrests: To adjust front seat height : Pull Head restraint height of front and Turn handwheel lever rear outer seats: Tip head restraint forward to release, hold Do not lean on seat backrest whilst Lift lever and relieve some weight from seat and adjust height, engage...
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In Brief Picture no: 18531s.tif Picture no: 14300s.tif Picture no: 13985s.tif Extend the seat belt and clip it To adjust interior mirror by Use the knob to move the exterior into the buckle swivelling mirrors in the appropriate direction The seat belt must not be twisted and must Swivel lever 3 on underside of mirror lie snugly against the body.
In Brief Picture no: 16099s.tif Picture no: 13981s.tif Adjust exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment electrically Swivel lever down, adjust height, swivel lever up, engage Select the mirror to be adjusted using the rocker switch and adjust using the four- Adjust steering wheel only when vehicle is way switch.
In Brief Side air vents ......3 115 Horn ..........3 12 15 Steering wheel adjustment 3 ..3 5 Front passenger airbag 3 ..3 67 Instruments ........3 82 16 Accelerator pedal ..3 135, 3 137 Infotainment system 3 ..... 3 111 10 Windscreen wipers, 17 Brake pedal ....
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In Brief Control indicators Engine oil pressure, Brake system, clutch system 3, 3 84. 3 85. Seat belt 3, 3 82. Turn signal lamps, Anti-lock Braking System 3, 3 11, 3 84. 3 152. Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) 3, fault, Main beam, Engine oil level 3, 3 82, 3 106.
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In Brief Picture no: 14727s.tif Picture no: 18475s.tif Picture no: 14054h.tif Exterior lights Headlamp flash, main beam and Turn signals dipped beam Rotate Right Lever upwards Headlamp flash = Pull stalk towards Left Lever downwards steering wheel Parking lamps Turn signal lamps 3 103. Main beam Push stalk forwards Dipped or main beam...
In Brief Picture no: 14303s.tif Picture no: 13991s.tif Picture no: 14055h.tif Hazard warning flashers Horn: Press Windscreen wipers Operated with the ¨ button. Airbag system 3 3 67, Steering wheel & Fast remote control 3 3 111. Slow Hazard warning lamps 3 104. Timed interval wipe §...
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In Brief Picture no: 14056h.tif Picture no: 14057h.tif Picture no: 13992s.tif Operating windscreen and Rear window wiper and washer Heated rear window, heated headlamp washer systems system exterior mirrors Pull stalk towards steering wheel Operated with the Ü button. Wiper on Push stalk forwards The wipers will swipe for a few strokes.
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In Brief Picture no: 13993s.tif Picture no: 16496s.tif Picture no: 15270s.tif To clear fogged or icy windows To set automatic mode of climate Manual transmission control system Turn rotary switch for temperature and air Reverse gear: With vehicle stationary, wait volume, for air flow also press V,for air 3 seconds after depressing the clutch, then Press AUTO button, select temperature...
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In Brief Before starting off, check z Tyre pressure and tyre condition 3 155, 3 228. z Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 209 to 3 216. z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and operational.
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In Brief Parking the vehicle z Always apply the handbrake without pressing the release button. On an incline, apply as tight as possible. To reduce activation force, depress foot brake at the same time. z Switch off engine and ignition. Turn the ignition key to position 0 and pull it out.
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In Brief Advice when parking Interesting functions z Do not park the vehicle on flammable ground as combustion could occur due to the high exhaust temperatures. z Close window, sliding roof 3 and tilting roof 3. z The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off, 3 209.
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In Brief Flexible Seat System (FlexSpace) The back seat of your vehicle has three seats or, with the centre seat lowered, two seats with maximum seating space. The outer seats can be lowered to obtain a level loading surface. Picture no: 14178s.tif Picture no: 14179s.tif Sliding outboard rear seats front-rear Adjust or fold backrest of rear outboard...
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In Brief The backrest can engage in several positions. In addition, the backrest can be folded all the way down to the seat when extending the luggage compartment. Warning To prevent injuries, always hold back seat backrest firmly and guide downward when folding.
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In Brief Picture no: 14729s.tif Picture no: 14716s.tif Picture no: 14125s.tif Airbag system Variant 2 with two rear seats, with Lower outboard seats maximum seating space z Pull seat belt from belt guide at backrest. The airbag system consists of several z Lower centre seat.
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In Brief Picture no: 14742s.tif Picture no: 14127s.tif Picture no: 14287j.tif Active head restraints on front Side airbag system 3 Curtain airbag system 3 The side airbag is triggered in the event of In the event of a side-on collision, the seats a side-on collision to form a safety cushion curtain airbag system triggers and...
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In Brief Picture no: 14304s.tif Picture no: 14315s.tif Picture no: 15593t.tif Travel Assistant Operating menus via the Dismantling the Travel Assistant z Press lower button on the information display The Travel Assistant Contains Travel Assistant. z Armrest. Menu options are selected using menus z Pull Travel Assistant upwards out of and using the buttons/four-way button or z Tray.
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In Brief Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 All values BC 2 257.0 Timer Ø km/h 31.0 Ltr. Ø Ltr./100km Picture no: 15559t.tif Picture no: 14034s.tif Picture no: 16719t.tif Trip computer Selection using multifunction button 3: To select with steering wheel buttons 3 rotate and press multifunction button.
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In Brief Picture no: 14034s.tif Picture no: 14035s.tif Picture no: 14779s.tif Steering wheel remote control Rear seat audio system Ultrasonic parking sensors The functions of the infotainment system Twin Audio allows rear seat occupants the When reverse gear is selected, the park and the information display can be choice between the audio source played on pilot switches itself on automatically.
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In Brief The lamp beam projects at a 90 angle to the left or right of the vehicle up to a distance of approx. 30 metres. Reversing function Turning the lights on, selecting reverse gear and activating the turn signal activates the cornering light for the relevant side.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Keys, doors, windows, Replacement keys The key number is specified in the slide and tilt sunroof Car Pass 3. The key is part of the electronic immobiliser. Locks 3 198. Replacement keys ....... Key with retractable key blade 3 ..
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof If control indicator A illuminates after the engine has started, there is a fault in the engine electronics or transmission electronics 3 3 83, 3 133, 3 143 or there is water in the diesel fuel filter 3 3 212. Note The immobiliser does not lock the doors.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Radio remote control Depending on equipment level, the vehicle comes equipped with one of the remote controls depicted on this page. The remote control is integrated in the key. Used to operate: z Central locking system, z Mechanical anti-theft locking system 3, z Anti-theft alarm system 3.
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Fault Key with fixed key bit, see Fig. 15331 T on If the central locking system cannot be previous page. operated with the remote control, it may be Have the battery changed in a workshop. due to the following: Synchronise remote control z Range exceeded.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof When the mechanical anti-theft locking system 3 is enabled, the doors cannot be unlocked by pulling up the lock buttons. Country-specific version 3: pressing once unlocks the driver’s door, and pressing twice unlocks the entire vehicle. Picture no: 15335t.tif Picture no: 15333t.tif Central locking system...
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Within 10 seconds of locking, press the Fault p button on the remote control again. If the central locking cannot be operated, this can be for one of the following reasons: The mechanical anti-theft locking system is switched off when the vehicle is unlocked.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Malfunction in central locking system To unlock Turn key anticlockwise in driver’s door lock, return to the vertical position and remove. The driver’s door is unlocked. The other doors can be unlocked by pulling the interior lock buttons (not possible if the anti-theft locking system is enabled 3).
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Picture no: 17873s.tif Picture no: 17882s.tif Picture no: 15333t.tif To open To close To lock The tailgate is opened by pulling on the Close the tailgate using the handle on the Press button p on radio remote control. button in the handle recess.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Anti-theft alarm system Monitors z the doors, luggage compartment, bonnet. z the passenger compartment. z vehicle tilt, e.g. if it is raised. z the ignition. Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside.
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof After the first 10 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: z LED flashes = System switched on, slowly z LED comes on for = Switch-off function. approx. 1 second Contact a workshop for assistance if problems are encountered.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Note z Changes to the vehicle interior, such as the use of seat covers, could impair the function of passenger compartment monitoring. z Switch off the interior monitoring system when the interior of a parked vehicle is being heated.
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Picture no: 16099s.tif Picture no: 15279s.tif Picture no: 14138s.tif Adjust exterior mirrors electrically 3 To retract exterior mirrors For the safety of pedestrians, the exterior Select the mirror to be adjusted using the Manual: The exterior mirrors can be folded mirrors will swing out of their normal rocker switch and adjust using the four-...
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Picture no: 13992s.tif Picture no: 16502s.tif Picture no: 14300s.tif Interior mirror Heated exterior mirrors 3 On vehicles with electronic climate control Heating is activated or deactivated by Ü appears on the climate control display. Swivel mirror housing to adjust.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Electric windows Warning Take care when operating the electric windows. Risk of injury, particularly to children. If there are children on the rear seat, switch on the child safety system 3 for the electric windows. Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them.
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Picture no: 14804s.tif Picture no: 14140s.tif Picture no: 17899s.tif Operation Child safety system for rear windows 3 Closing windows 3 from outside To operate window in stages, tap Switch between the rocker switches in the On vehicles with electric windows in all appropriate switch.
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Overload If the windows are repeatedly operated at short intervals, the power supply is briefly cut off. Fault If the windows cannot be opened and closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows: 1.
Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Front roof (sliding sun roof) Left rocker switch l and \ between the sun visors. Operable when the ignition is To open: Press button I, sun roof opens. To stop the movement, press button again. To close Press button \ until the sun roof is closed.
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Keys, doors, windows, slide and tilt sunroof Sun shade To reduce the sunlight in the interior with the sliding roof closed or raised. Open or close sun shade as required. When the sun roof is opened, the sun shade is also opened. Note z If the top of the roof is wet, raise roof, allow water to run off and then open...
Seats, Interior Seats, Interior Front seats ........... Head restraints ........Armrest 3 ..........Travel Assistant 3 ....... Rear seats..........Flexible Seat System (FlexSpace)..Luggage compartment extension ..Luggage compartment cover 3..Safety net 3 ......... Lashing eyes ........Picture no: 13977s.tif Picture no: 13978s.tif Bag hangers 3........
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 13979s.tif Picture no: 16098s.tif Picture no: 18530s.tif Adjusting the seat height 3 Adjusting the lumbar support 3 Seat position Lift front side lever and relieve some weight Turn side hand wheel on backrest while from seat to raise it or press down on seat relieving the load on the backrest.
Seats, Interior z Sit with your shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that you can easily reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between your shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14102s.tif Picture no: 14101s.tif Picture no: 14287j.tif Adjusting the rear centre head restraint Head restraint position Active head restraints 3 on front seats Pull head restraint upwards, press springs In the event of a rear-end impact, the Warning and push head restraint down.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 11581s.tif Picture no: 14738s.tif Picture no: 14304s.tif Armrest Travel Assistant Removing Press and release the two catches. Pull and Armrest at driver’s seat The Travel Assistant Contains remove the head restraint. Push raised armrest backward against z Armrest, resistance and fold down.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14310s.tif Picture no: 14311s.tif Picture no: 14312s.tif Installing The Travel Assistant Fold Travel Assistant down and audibly Armrest Lower centre seat 3 54. engage in front recesses. The arm rest can be moved and therefore adapted to the position of the outboard Insert Travel Assistant in rear recesses on Warning seats.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14313s.tif Picture no: 14314s.tif Picture no: 14315s.tif Tray Drink holder Dismantling the Travel Assistant There is a tray beneath the armrest. Open Open drink holder on front by pressing Press lower button on the Travel Assistant. tray by pushing upper button.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 14316s.tif Picture no: 14178s.tif Picture no: 14179s.tif Rear seats Pull Travel Assistant upwards out of Adjust backrest rake of rear outboard recesses. seats Sliding outboard rear seats front-rear Grasp backrest, pull handle at outboard The rear outboard seats can be There is a carrying handle on the back to side of seat and guide backrest, unloaded, individually adjusted front-rear.
Seats, Interior Flexible Seat System (FlexSpace) Warning The rear seat row on the Meriva can be fitted with three seats in Variant 1, or two To prevent injuries, always hold back seats with maximum seating space in seat backrest firmly and guide Variant 2.
Seats, Interior Luggage compartment extension To increase the size of the luggage compartment you can z fold down the outboard rear seat backrests, z lower the middle seat, z lower the folded outboard seats, z fold down the passenger seat backrest 3, see following instructions.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14182s.tif Picture no: 14728s.tif Picture no: 14716s.tif Grasp the backrest, pull the handle at the Fold the centre seat forward and lower. Raise centre seat outboard side of the seat and fold the House centre seat belt in the holder in the Pull release handle on the back of the backrest onto the seat.
Seats, Interior Raise outboard seats Pull release handle on back of backrest and pull seat upward until it engages. Pull handle on outboard side of rear seat and move rear seat backrest upright. Release handle and latch. Insert the seat belt into the belt guide at backrest.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 15272s.tif Picture no: 14736s.tif Picture no: 17952S.tif Safety net Removing Hook the net straps into slots on the outer Open cover, disengage toward the rear seat bracket of the front seats and tighten. The safety net can be mounted behind the and remove from above.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 16145s.tif Picture no: 14718s.tif Picture no: 14717s.tif Lashing eyes Bag hangers Stowage of safety net Roll up the removed safety net and secure Lashing eyes are provided to secure There are two retainers on the back of the it with Velcro strip.
Seats, Interior z Close luggage compartment cover 3 z To calculate the EC kerb weight, enter 3 55. the data for your vehicle on page 3 226. z If the backrests are not folded down z The EC kerb weight includes allowances when transporting objects in the for the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and luggage compartment, they must be...
Seats, Interior Three-stage safety system Warning Comprising: The airbag systems serve to supplement z three-point seat belts, the three-point seat belts and belt z belt tensioners at the front seats, tensioners. The seat belts must therefore z airbag systems for the driver and front always be worn.
Seat belts are only intended for one person. They are not suitable for anyone under 12 years of age or under 150 cm tall. For children under the age of 12, we recommend the Opel child restraint system 3 65. Picture no: 14719s.tif Belt tensioners...
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Seats, Interior z The belt tensioner and airbag system Warning control electronics can be found in the centre console area. In order to avoid Have the cause of the fault remedied malfunctions, do not store magnetic immediately by a workshop. objects in this area.
Seats, Interior Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place objects such as handbags or mobile phones between the belt and your body. Warning The belt must not rest against hard or fragile objects in the pockets of your clothing.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14122s.tif Picture no: 14123s.tif Picture no: 14124S.tif Height adjustment Removing the belt Three-point seat belt on centre rear seat Adjusting the height of the upper To release seat belt, press red button on Pull latch plates out of belt retainer in roof. deflection point of the front seat belts: belt buckle.
Seats, Interior Mounting clips for ISOFIX child restraint systems The ISOFIX points for fitting a child seat are located between the seat backrest and the seat surface. Fasten permitted ISOFIX child restraint systems to the mounting brackets. Closely follow the installation instructions accompanying the ISOFIX child restraint system.
Seats, Interior Child restraint system Permissible options for fitting a child safety seat Follow the usage instructions for the child Weight and On front On outboard seats in On centre restraint system. age class passenger seat the rear seats rear seat Always comply with local or national Group 0: regulations.
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The covers of the Opel child restraint position. system can be wiped clean. = Conditional, without side airbag, of z Do not stick anything on the child...
3. The occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags for the passenger when the seat is unoccupied or an Opel child restraint system with transponders 3 is fitted to the passenger seat. Seat occupancy recognition 3 72. Opel child restraint system with transponders 3 3 73.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14125s.tif Picture no: 18530s.tif Picture no: 18531s.tif When triggered, the front airbags inflate in The front airbag system will not be Warning milliseconds to form a safety cushion for triggered in the event of the driver and front passenger. The Optimum protection is only provided z the ignition is switched off, forward movement of the front seat...
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3 z the front passenger seat is unoccupied, z or there is a properly mounted Opel child restraint system with transponders 3. Seat occupancy recognition 3 72. Opel child restraint system with transponders 3 3 73.
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Opel child side-on collision. restraint system with transponders 3.
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Seats, Interior Picture no: 14129s.tif Picture no: 14318s.tif Picture no: 14127s.tif Curtain airbag 3 The curtain airbag system will be triggered: When the curtain airbag is triggered it The curtain airbag system consists of an z depending on the severity of the inflates within milliseconds and provides a airbag in the roof frame on each side.
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Opel child restraint system with transponders 3 has z collisions involving a side impact outside been fitted to the front passenger seat. The the passenger cell.
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Control indicator for Opel child restraint systems with transponders 3 The presence of an Opel child restraint system with transponders 3 is indicated Picture no: 15844t.tif Picture no: 12097s.tif after the ignition has been switched on by...
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Do not place any objects between the If no Opel child restraint system with z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to airbag systems and the vehicle transponders 3 is fitted, the control clean the steering wheel, instrument occupants;...
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Seats, Interior z The speeds, directions of movement and z The applicable safety regulations must z When using an Opel child restraint deformation properties of the vehicles, be adhered to when the vehicle is system with transponders 3 on the front and the properties of the obstacle disposed of.
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Seats, Interior Use of child restraint systems 3 on the front passenger seat in vehicles with airbag systems 3, but without seat occupancy recognition 3 Warning Vehicles with front passenger airbag 3 without side airbag 3: Child seats facing the rear of the vehicle must not be installed on the front passenger seat, risk of fatal injury.
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Seats, Interior The seat occupancy recognition system detects Opel child restraint systems with transponders 3 and switches off the front and side airbag systems for the front passenger seat. The curtain airbag system remains activated. Seat occupancy recognition 3 72.
Seats, Interior Caution Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable plugs. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839, otherwise vehicle malfunctions may occur.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 14111s.tif Picture no: 16110s.tif Picture no: 14114s.tif Ashtrays To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray Rear ashtray 3 insert at the spots illustrated and pull The ashtray is in the rear centre console. Caution upwards. To open, pull ashtray towards the back of the vehicle.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 17884s.tif Picture no: 11699s.tif Picture no: 14115s.tif Stowage compartments Ashtray 3 Glove compartment The ashtray can be put in the front or rear To open, pull handle upwards. Stowage compartment 3 beneath of the centre console or in the oddments passenger seat On the inside of the glove compartment tray 3.
Seats, Interior Picture no: 11701s.tif Picture no: 18601s.tif Picture no: 14116s.tif Foldaway tables Coin holder Stowage compartment for glasses 3 On driver’s side: fold down to open. These are located in the front seat In the centre console. backrests. Do not store heavy objects in the stowage Sun visors compartment.
Instruments, Controls Instruments, Controls Picture no: 17876s.tif Picture no: Control indicators Control indicators ........ Seat belt 3 The control indicators described here are Instrument display ....... Control indicator lights up red. not present in all vehicles. The description Information display ......applies to all instrument versions.
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Instruments, Controls For vehicles with diesel engine, the diesel fuel filter may need to be drained of water 3 212. Flashes when the ignition is on Fault in the electronic immobiliser system; the engine cannot be started 3 27. Exhaust emission Control indicator lights up and/or flashes yellow.
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Instruments, Controls Turn signal lamps Control indicator flashes green. The control indicator flashes if a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated. Rapid flashing: failure of a direction indicator lamp or associated fuse. Change bulbs 3 185. Fuses 3 182. Main beam Control indicator lights up blue.
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Instruments, Controls Lights up when the hand brake is released when the fluid level for the brake or clutch systems is low 3 214. Warning Stop. Do not continue your journey. Consult a workshop. Flashes On vehicles with manual transmission automated 3, control indicator R flashes for a few seconds after the ignition is switched off when the hand brake has not...
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Instruments, Controls Preheating system 3, Diesel particle filter 3 Control indicator lights up and/or flashes yellow. Illuminated Preheating activated. Only activates when outside temperatures are low. Flashes (in vehicles with diesel particle filter) Control indicator ! flashes if the filter requires cleaning and previous driving conditions did not permit automatic Picture no: 17876s.tif...
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Instruments, Controls Picture no: 17879s.tif Picture no: Picture no: 12097s.tif Instrument display Kilometre display If the ignition is off the mileage is displayed Seat occupancy recognition 3 In some versions, the indicators of the for approx. 15 seconds by briefly pressing 3 67, 3 72.
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Instruments, Controls For physical reasons, the engine temperature gauge shows the coolant temperature only if the coolant level is adequate. During operation the system is pressurised. The temperature may therefore rise briefly to over 100 Picture no: 17906s.tif Picture no: 17907s.tif Coolant temperature display Fuel gauge Coolant temperature display...
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Instruments, Controls Reverse gear. Neutral. Manual transmission automated automatic mode. Manual mode, current gear in manual transmission automated. Automated manual transmission 3 3 129. Picture no: 18602s.tif Picture no: 17878s.tif Service Display 3 Transmission display 3 When the InSP indicator in the odometer Display of current gear or mode with display comes on, make a service manual transmission automated 3.
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Instruments, Controls Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 All values 12:01 °C BC 2 257.0 Timer 90,6 Ø FM 3 km/h 31.0 Ltr. Ø Ltr./100km Picture no: 17913s.tif Picture no: 16719t.tif Information display Graphical information display 3, Colour information display 3...
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Instruments, Controls Warning Caution: The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 8:56 °C Slippery road -2,5°C 07.04.2004 Picture no: 17913s.tif Picture no: 16707t.tif Outside temperature In vehicles with graphical information display 3 or colour information display 3, a A fall in temperature is indicated warning message Slippery road appears...
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Instruments, Controls Automatic time synchronisation 3 The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. This can be identified by } in the display. Some transmitters do not send a correct [TP] CDin time signal. In such cases, we recommend 8:56 °C that you switch off automatic time...
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Instruments, Controls Picture no: 15593t.tif Picture no: 15559t.tif Picture no: 14034s.tif To select with four-way button Selection with the multifunction knob 3 Selection using buttons 3 on steering Select menu items via menus and with the Turn the multifunction button to highlight wheel buttons/four-way button of the menu items or commands and to select...
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Instruments, Controls 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. clock automatical. Ign. logic 19,5° 19:36 Picture no: 16711t.tif Picture no: 16712t.tif...
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Instruments, Controls Automatic time synchronisation 3 The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. 13 Languages 19,5° 19:36 Settings 19,5° 19:36 Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend Time, Date Deutsch that you switch off automatic time Language...
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Instruments, Controls Setting display mode 3 Display brightness is independent of vehicle lighting. Settings are made as follows: Contrast19,5° 19:36 Settings 19,5°19:36 Select menu item Day / Night from the Time, Date Settings menu. Language Europe-SI The options are displayed. "...
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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 Inst. Consumpt. Ltr./100km 31.0 Ltr. Ø Ltr./100km 19,5° 19:36 Picture no: 16719t.tif Picture no: 16710t.tif Picture no: 16718t.tif Graphical information display Range If the fuel in the tank will allow less than...
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Instruments, Controls Distance travelled Display of distance travelled. The measurement can be reset at any time. Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 Average speed Display of average speed. The BC 1 All values All values measurement can be reset at any time.
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Instruments, Controls The desired stop watch display can be selected from the Options menu 3: Driving Time excl. Stops Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 The time the vehicle is in motion is recorded. Stationary time is not included. All values BC 1 00:00:00...
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Instruments, Controls Warning buzzers Adjustable wipe interval 3 Setting wiper interval to a value between When starting the engine or whilst 2 and 15 seconds: Stalk to timed interval driving: wipe $, stalk to §, wait for desired z If seat belt is not fastened 3. interval, stalk back to timed interval z If the speed programmed at the wipe $.
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Instruments, Controls Picture no: 14056h.tif Picture no: 14057h.tif Windscreen washer and headlamp Rear window washer and wiper system washer system 3 Push stalk forwards. The rear window wiper Pull stalk towards steering wheel. Screen wipes in timed interval mode. Switch off by wash is squirted onto the screen and the pulling stalk towards the steering wheel.
Lighting Lighting Model with daytime running lights 3 With ignition on and lights turned on 7, the dipped headlamps are on without instrument illumination. The daytime running lights switch off when the ignition is switched off. Follow the regulations of the country in which you are driving when using daytime running lights and fog lamps 3.
Lighting Picture no: 18475s.tif Picture no: 14054h.tif Picture no: 14758s.tif Main beam, headlamp flash Turn signal lamps Fog lamps > 3 Push stalk forward to switch from dipped The fog lamps can only be switched on Lever upwards Right turn signal beam to main beam.
Lighting Fog tail lamp The fog tail lamp can only be switched on both the ignition and dipped beam/parking lamps are on. Operated with the r button. The fog tail lamps on the vehicle are deactivated when towing a caravan/ trailer.
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Lighting Settings. Automatic headlamp range adjustment 3 Front seats occupied On vehicles with Xenon headlamps, All seats occupied headlamp range is adjusted automatically All seats occupied and luggage based on vehicle load. compartment load Driver’s seat occupied and luggage compartment load Back to overview...
Lighting Picture no: 15209j.tif Picture no: Picture no: 17887s.tif Adaptive Forward Lighting Control indicator B for adaptive driving Cornering light (AFL) lights An additional lamp comes on with Illuminated: Fault in system. The system is ensures better illumination of certain steering wheel positions (after not ready for operation.
Lighting If the driver’s door is left open, the lamps will go out after two minutes. The light is switched off immediately by inserting the key into the ignition or pulling the turn signal stalk towards the steering wheel again. Picture no: 14302s.tif Picture no: 17920S.tif Lead-me lighting...
Lighting To activate the lead-me-to-the-car light function, press button q on the remote control twice with the vehicle locked. Country-specific version 3: to enable the lead-me-to-the-car function, press button q on the remote control once with the vehicle locked. The lead-me-to-the-car light function is deactivated immediately by pressing button p of the remote control or switching on the ignition.
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Lighting Entry lighting 3 After unlocking the vehicle, the instrument and switch illumination plus the courtesy lamps come on for a few seconds. Illuminated mirror in the sun visors 3 The lighting switches on when the cover is opened. Glove compartment lighting 3 The glove compartment light comes on when the ignition is on and the lid is opened.
Lighting Battery discharge protection To return to asymmetrical dipped beam, pull and hold the main beam stalk again, Some consumers such as the interior switch on the ignition and wait for the lighting switch themselves off after acoustic signal. AFL control indicator approx.
Infotainment system Infotainment system Radio reception Radio reception may be disrupted by static, noise, distortion or loss of reception due to z changes in distance from the transmitter, z multi-path reception due to reflection and, z shadowing. Infotainment system Radio reception 3........ 111 The infotainment system is operated as Infotainment system 3......
Infotainment system Picture no: 14035s.tif Picture no: 18473s.tif Picture no: 14033s.tif Rear seat audio system AUX input Electronic data acquisition in toll systems Twin Audio allows rear seat occupants the The AUX input is next to the handbrake in choice between the audio source played on the centre console.
Caution equipment external antenna with mobile telephone standards GSM 900/1800/1900 and UMTS The Opel installation instructions and the Mobile phones and radio equipment is only permitted if the maximum operating guidelines provided by the may cause malfunctions in the vehicle...
Climate control Climate control Heating and ventilation system, air conditioning system 3 ...... 114 Electronic climate control system 3 ... 114 Picture no: 14154s.tif Picture no: 16499s.tif Air vents ..........115 Heating and ventilation system, Electronic climate control Heating and ventilation system ..116 air conditioning system system Air conditioning system 3....
Climate control Windscreen defroster nozzles (2) Air distribution switch set to V or J: Air is directed onto the windscreen and door windows. Additional vents are beneath the windscreen and side windows and in the front footwell. Picture no: 16112s.tif Picture no: 14576s.tif Air vents Centre and side (1) air vents...
Climate control Picture no: 14144s.tif Picture no: 14145s.tif Picture no: 14146s.tif Heating and ventilation system Air flow Air distribution Adjusted using centre rotary switch. Set using right rotary switch. Temperature Adjusted using left-hand rotary switch. to windscreen and front side windows selected fan speed red area...
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Climate control Heating The comfort and general well-being of the For rapid warming of the passenger vehicle occupants are to a large extent compartment: dependent on a suitable ventilation and heating setting. z Turn the temperature switch clockwise as far as it will go (warm). To achieve stratification of temperature with a pleasant "cool head and warm feet"...
Climate control z Set fan to 3 or 4. z Set air distribution switch to V. z Switch on heated rear window Ü 3. z Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. z For simultaneous footwell heating, set air distribution switch to J.
Climate control Air conditioning system As a supplement to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) inflowing air. If cooling or dehumidification is not desired, switch off cooling in order to save fuel. Cooling switches off automatically at low outside temperatures.
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Climate control Temperature switch in centre of Warning adjustment range: warmer air will flow into the foot well and cooler air into the upper The air recirculation system minimises zone, with warmer air coming from the side the entry of outside air. The humidity air vents and cooler air from the centre increases, and the windows can mist up.
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Climate control z Cooling n on, the air conditioning compressor automatically switches itself off at low outside temperatures (icing). z Turn the temperature switch clockwise. z Set fan to 3 or 4. z Air distribution switch to V, air recirculation system 4 automatically switches off, –...
Climate control Electronic climate control system Provides a the greatest amount of comfort in the 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 and the air distribution are changed automatically according to climatic conditions outside the vehicle.
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Climate control Switching off the air conditioning Temperature preset compressor (ECO appears in display) can The left rotary knob can be used to set the have a detrimental effect on comfort and temperature to values of between 16 safety 3 125. and 28 All air vents are actuated automatically in For the sake of comfort, only change the...
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Climate control Manual settings Temperature, air distribution and blower Under certain circumstances (e.g. iced or are set automatically. misted windows), the functions of the To return to automatic mode: press climate control system can be modified button V or AUTO. manually.
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Climate control Picture no: 16503s.tif Picture no: 16504s.tif Picture no: 16505s.tif Activating and deactivating air Air distribution Air flow conditioning compressor Press one or more of the following buttons. Set air flow using the right-hand rotary Press the ECO button. ECO appears in the The corresponding symbol appears in the knob.
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Climate control Press button 4, % appears in the air conditioning display. Warning The exchange of fresh air is reduced in air circulation mode. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the windows may mist up.
Climate control Auxiliary heater Pollen filter Depending on outside temperature and The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen engine temperature, the passenger and spores from the air entering from compartment of vehicles with Quickheat 3 outside. The active carbon layer 3 electric auxiliary heating is warmed up eliminates most odours and noxious more quickly.
Climate control Regular operation Service For consistently good operation, the air For optimal cooling performance, we cooling system 3 must be switched on for recommend that the climate control several minutes once per month regardless system be checked annually, starting three of the weather and the time of year.
Driving and operation Driving and operation Manual transmission automated The manual transmission automated transmission 3 permits manual (manual mode) or automatic gear shifting (automatic mode), both with automatic clutch control. Manual transmission automated 3 ... 129 Manual transmission ......134 Driving hints .........
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Driving and operation Selector lever in o (centre position) Once the selector lever has been moved from N to position o (centre position) with the foot brake operated, the Easytronic is in automatic mode and first gear has been selected (second gear with winter programme enabled).
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Driving and operation Selector lever in + or - Stopping the vehicle In Automatic or Manual mode, when the Shift to a higher gear. vehicle has stopped first gear (with Winter Shift to a lower gear. mode engaged, second gear) is engaged If a higher gear is selected when the automatically and the clutch released.
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Driving and operation Engine braking Automatic mode: When driving downhill, the manual transmission automated does not shift into higher gears until a fairly high engine speed has been reached. When braking, the manual transmission automated shifts down in good time. Manual mode: To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when driving...
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Driving and operation Vehicle storage Apply the handbrake and remove the key from the ignition. The most recently engaged gear (indicator in transmission display) remains engaged. With N, no gear is engaged. When the ignition is switched off the manual transmission automated no longer responds to movement of the selector lever.
Driving and operation 3. Clean transmission around the cap (see Fig.) so that no dirt can get into the opening when the cap is removed. 4. Rotate cap to slacken and remove by lifting upwards – see figure. 5. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise using a flathead screwdriver (vehicle tools 3 3 171) until clear resistance can be felt.
Driving and operation Driving hints Brake servo unit Driving with a roof load When the engine is not running, the brake Do not exceed the permissible roof load The first 1000 km servo unit is no longer effective once the 3 226.
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Driving and operation Save energy – more kilometres Warming up Cooling fan Please observe the running-in hints on the Allow the engine to warm up while driving. The cooling fan is controlled via a previous page and the tips for energy Do not warm it up by letting it run at idling thermoswitch and therefore only runs if saving on the following pages.
Full throttle and warming up at idle centres and the recycling of end-of-life speed increase wear, fuel consumption, Trend-setting technology vehicles is available at www.opel.com. exhaust emission, the amount of Environmentally friendly and mainly pollutant in the exhaust and the amount...
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We recommend that repair and z Regular checks (every 14 days) pay off. Making use of the tachometer helps to maintenance be entrusted to your Opel save fuel. Drive in a low engine speed Electrical loads Partner.
Driving and operation Fuels, refuelling Fuel for petrol engines Fuel for diesel engines Only use unleaded fuel that complies Only use diesel fuel that complies Fuel consumption with DIN EN 228. with DIN EN 590. The fuel must have low The fuel consumption is determined under sulphur content (maximum 50 ppm).
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Driving and operation Fuel filler cap Only a Opel Genuine fuel filler cap provides Warning full functionality. Diesel-engined vehicles Fuel is flammable and explosive. No have special fuel filler caps. smoking. No naked flames or sparks. If you can smell fuel in your vehicle, have the cause of this rectified immediately by a workshop.
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Driving and operation Correct filling depends to a large extent on Close fuel tank cover. proper operation of the fuel dispensing pump: Caution 1. Fully insert the pump nozzle and switch it Wipe off any overflowing fuel immediately. 2. After automatically switching off, the specified tank capacity is achieved by means of metered refuelling (twice).
Driving and operation Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 139, 220 (e. g. LRP = Lead Replacement Petrol or leaded fuel) could damage the catalytic converter or electronic components. Caution Damage to the catalytic converter or the vehicle may result if the following points are not observed.
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Driving and operation If it illuminates briefly, but does not recur, it is of no significance. Lighting of A may indicate water in the diesel fuel filter 3. Have the fuel filter checked for water residue 3 212. If it flashes after the ignition is switched on, there is a fault in the immobiliser system.
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Driving and operation Engine exhaust Under certain driving conditions, e.g. short journeys, the system may not clean itself Warning automatically. If the filter requires cleaning and previous Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous driving conditions did not enable carbon monoxide, which is colourless automatic cleaning, control indicator ! and odourless and could be fatal if flashes.
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Driving and operation Maintenance Have all maintenance work carried out at the specified intervals. We recommend that you entrust this work to your Opel Partner, who has proper equipment and trained personnel available. Electronic testing systems permit rapid diagnosis and remedy of faults.
Driving and operation Drive Control Systems As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve The vehicle is now in a critical situation; Plus (understeer/oversteer), engine output is ESP® allows you to keep control of the Plus Electronic Stability Program (ESP® reduced and the wheels are braked vehicle and reminds you to match your Plus...
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Driving and operation Control indicator v Illuminates after interruption of power The warning light lights up for a few supply e.g. after disconnecting battery. seconds when ignition is switched on. Once After a power supply interruption the it goes out, the system is ready for steering angle sensor must be calibrated to operation.
Driving and operation Cruise control 3 For manual transmission automated 3, Cruise control can store and maintain engage cruise control in automatic mode speeds of approx. 30 to 200 km/h. only. Deviation from the stored speed is possible Warning on uphill or downhill inclines. For safety reasons the cruise control When the cruise control is active, cannot be activated until the foot brake...
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Driving and operation Accelerate To deactivate With cruise control activated, hold down Briefly press the O button: cruise control is button I or briefly press it repeatedly: deactivated. speed is increased continuously or in steps Automatic deactivation: of 2 km/h. z vehicle speed below approx.
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Driving and operation Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 Towing equipment, caravan/trailer towing Park pilot makes reverse parking easier by If a towing device is subsequently fitted to measuring the distance between the back the vehicle, the system must be set to the of the vehicle and obstacles to the rear.
Driving and operation To ensure that full pedal travel can be utilised, especially in case of a fault in one of the brake circuits, there must be no mats in the vicinity of the pedals 3 136. When the engine is not running, the support of the brake servo unit disappears once the brake pedal has been depressed once or twice.
Driving and operation For vehicles with manual transmission Self testing automated 3, the control indicator flashes When the engine is started and the vehicle for a few seconds when the ignition is starts off, the system performs a self-check, turned off when the hand brake is not which may be audible.
Driving and operation Brake assist Wheels, tyres If the brake pedal is operated quickly with Suitable tyres and restrictions 3 228. a powerful push, the vehicle is Tyres fitted in the factory are adapted to automatically braked at full braking power the chassis and provide optimum driving in order to achieve the shortest possible comfort and safety.
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Driving and operation Fitting new tyres Always inflate the spare wheel 3 to the Fit tyres in pairs or in sets, which is even pressure specified for full load. better. Ensure that tyres on one axle are Do not reduce tyre pressure when the tyres z the same size are warm.
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Driving and operation Picture no: 9358t.tif Picture no: 15941s.tif Picture no: 6457u.tif Tyre condition, wheel condition Tread depth Warning Drive over edges slowly and at right angles Check tread depth regularly. if possible. Driving over sharp edges can For reasons of safety, tyres should be If the pressure is too low, this can result cause tyre and wheel damage.
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Driving and operation General information Tyre designations z The risk of aquaplaning is greater if the Meanings: tyres are worn. e.g. 175/70 R 14 88 T z Tyres age, even if they are not used or 175 = Tyre width in mm used infrequently.
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Use of wheel trims and tyres that approved achieve a concentric fit. by Opel for the vehicle in question and thereby fulfil all requirements for the wheel Always use fine mesh chains that add no and tyre combination.
3 174. For safety reasons and to avoid roof Only use towing equipment that has been damage we recommend using the Opel approved for your vehicle. Ask a workshop Tyre chains may only be used at speeds up roof rack system that is approved for your to retrofit towing equipment.
Driving and operation Picture no: 14195s.tif Picture no: 15271s.tif Picture no: 12416t.tif Towing equipment with Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling Fold down the socket. Remove the sealing ball bar removable coupling ball bar plug from the hole for the coupling ball bar z Red marking on rotary knob must point Caution and stow it in the luggage compartment.
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Driving and operation Picture no: 12417t.tif Picture no: 12418t.tif Picture no: 16484s.tif Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must be Inserting the coupling ball bar Lock the coupling ball bar in position by tensioned before it is inserted into the Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar in the turning key to position 2 3 159, coupling housing: housing and push firmly upwards until it...
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Driving and operation Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed z Green marking on rotary knob must point towards white marking on coupling ball bar z There must be no gap between the rotary handle and the coupling ball bar z The coupling ball bar must be firmly engaged in the opening z The coupling ball bar must be locked...
Driving and operation Caravan/trailer towing The permitted caravan/trailer load applies up to the specified incline and up to an Caravan and trailer loads altitude of 1000 metres above sea level. The permissible caravan/trailer loads are Since engine power decreases as altitude vehicle and engine-dependent maximum increases because of the air becoming values which must not be exceeded.
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Driving and operation Coupling socket load Rear axle load during towing Driving characteristics, towing tips The coupling socket load is the load With the trailer connected and the towing Before attaching the trailer/caravan, exerted by the trailer/caravan on the vehicle fully loaded including all lubricate the ball of the trailer/caravan coupling ball.
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Driving and operation If the trailer/caravan starts to sway, drive Starting on inclines Before starting off under extreme more slowly, do not attempt to correct the For vehicles with manual transmission, operating conditions, switch off steering and brake sharply if necessary. the most favourable engine speed unnecessary consumers.
Self-help, vehicle care Self-help, vehicle care Diesel fuel system, bleeding If the tank is allowed to run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled. Turn over the Diesel fuel system, bleeding ....165 ignition three times for 15 seconds at a Bonnet ..........
Self-help, vehicle care Starting the engine with jump leads Do not use a rapid charger or push or two the vehicle to get it started. A vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle.
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Self-help, vehicle care z Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged battery. z Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of at least 16 mm (25 mm for diesel engines).
Self-help, vehicle care Route the leads so that they cannot catch on rotating parts in the engine compartment. To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start. 2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be made at intervals of 1 minute not last longer than 15 seconds.
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Self-help, vehicle care Switch on ignition to release steering column lock and to permit operation of brake lamps, horn and windscreen wipers. Gear lever in neutral. Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. Picture no: 17918s.tif Picture no: 17897s.tif Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise as far...
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Self-help, vehicle care If the automatic clutch has been manually disengaged in vehicles with manual automated transmission 3 towing is not permitted 3 134. In this case, contact a workshop for assistance immediately. After towing, unscrew towing eye by rotating clockwise and insert and close the cap.
Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 16140s.tif Picture no: 14201s.tif Picture no: 14203s.tif Warning triangle Jack and vehicle tools To open, remove the luggage ¨ 3 £ 3 compartment cover 3 3 55, lift the floor First-aid kit Vehicles with spare wheel 3 using the handle and raise toward the The jack and vehicle tools are stowed in a The warning triangle and first aid cushion...
Self-help, vehicle care Placing wide wheels in the spare wheel well The spare wheel well is not designed for all sizes of permitted tyres. If a wider wheel is stowed in the spare wheel well after changing wheels, the floor cover can rest on the protruding wheel.
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Self-help, vehicle care General information Notes on temporary spare wheel 3 Notes on directional tyres 3 Depending on version, the spare wheel z The use of the temporary spare wheel Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the may be in the form of a temporary spare may affect the handling of the vehicle, direction of travel.
Self-help, vehicle care Changing wheels z If the ground on which the vehicle is z No people or animals may be in the standing is soft, a solid board (max. 1 cm vehicle when it is jacked up. There may be a tyre repair kit instead of a thick) should be placed under the jack 3.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 14204s.tif Picture no: 11721s.tif Picture no: 11642s.tif 1. Pull off the wheel trim with the hook 3. Alloy wheels 3: Prise off the hub cap by Alloy wheels with anti-theft protection 3: Vehicle tools 3 171. inserting a screwdriver 3 in the recess at unscrew hubcaps using the wheel nut the side of the hub cap.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 11643s.tif Picture no: 14724s.tif Picture no: 14762s.tif 2. Push the wheel bolt wrench 3 on as far 3. The jacking points are marked. 4. Set the jack 3 to the required height by as possible and slacken the wheel bolts turning the lug by hand.
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Self-help, vehicle care 10. Before refitting the wheel trim, clean the wheel around the retaining clips. Valve symbol 3 on back of wheel trim must point towards valve on wheel. Align and refit wheel trim or wheel bolt caps 3. Alloy wheels 3: put hub cap on and engage, inserting pin on rear of hub cap into relevant hole in wheel.
Self-help, vehicle care Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread or sidewall can be repaired with the tyre repair kit. Do not remove the foreign body from the tyre. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is on the rim cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 15319t.tif Picture no: 15795t.tif Picture no: 15796t.tif 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve. 10. Switch on ignition. connection on the sealant bottle. 8. The switch on the compressor must be 11.
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Self-help, vehicle care 15. Detach the tyre repair kit. Screw the filler hose to the free connection on the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant leakage. Stow the tyre repair kit in the luggage compartment. 16. Wipe away any sealant spill with a cloth.
Self-help, vehicle care Electrical system Important The sealant can only be stored for approx. 4 years. After this time, the sealing Fuses The driving comfort of the repaired tyre is properties can no longer be guaranteed. Data on the replacement fuse must match severely affected, therefore have this tyre Heed the expiration date on the sealant the data on the defective fuse.
Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 14725s.tif Picture no: 12892j.tif Picture no: 14211s.tif Fuses and the most important Keep spare fuses in the fuse box lid (shown Slot fuse-gripping tool onto fuse and in yellow in the Fig.). Open lid 3 182. withdraw it.
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Self-help, vehicle care Circuit Circuit Circuit – Central control module, Infotainment system, diesel engine immobiliser, control indicators Adaptive Forward Lighting – Windscreen wipers Central locking system – Interior lighting, interior mirror, Interior lighting, reading lamp Starter, diesel engine: engine information display controller Windscreen washer system Plus...
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 14436s.tif Picture no: Picture no: 14213s.tif Circuit Circuit Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box is at the front left of the Engine cooling, lighting Left dipped beam: engine compartment. Xenon headlamp Left parking lamp Halogen headlamp Right parking lamp Warning...
Self-help, 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 your bare hands. Replace the bulb, checking that the data on the base matches that of the defective bulb.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 16086s.tif Picture no: 16087s.tif Picture no: 16088s.tif Dipped beam 3. Press the bulb down in the holder. 5. Detach plug connector from bulb base. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 4. Remove bulb with connector from 6.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 16089s.tif Picture no: 16090s.tif Picture no: 16091s.tif Main beam 3. Detach plug connector from bulb. 5. Remove bulb from reflector housing. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 4. Disengage spring wire clip from 6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in retaining lugs by moving it forwards the reflector recesses.
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Self-help, vehicle care Halogen headlamp system Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Halogen headlamp system for dipped and main beam in combination with curve lighting and cornering light. Warning The xenon headlamps work with very high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs changed by a workshop. Picture no: 14222s.tif Picture no: 14219s.tif Xenon headlamp system...
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 14220s.tif Picture no: 14221s.tif Picture no: 16089s.tif Parking lamps 3. Detach plug connector from bulb. 5. Remove bulb from reflector housing. 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 4. Disengage spring wire clip from 6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in retaining lug and swivel upward.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 16092s.tif Picture no: 16093s.tif Picture no: 16094s.tif Front indicator lamps 3. Push side lugs of parking lamp holder 4. Remove bulb from holder. together and remove holder from 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 5. Insert new bulb. reflector.
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Self-help, vehicle care 7. Rotate bulb carrier to right as far as it will go. Side turn signal lamps Have bulb replacement carried out by a workshop. Fog lamps Have bulb replacement carried out by a workshop. Picture no: 16095s.tif Picture no: 17953S.tif Tail lamps 3.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17954S.tif Picture no: 17955S.tif Picture no: 17956s.tif 3. Disengage the plug of the main bulb 5. Slacken both screws on the back of the Bulbs in main bulb carrier: mounting by pressing (arrow in Fig.) and main bulb mounting.
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Self-help, vehicle care Picture no: 17957s.tif Picture no: 17900s.tif Picture no: 14232s.tif Number plate lamp Fog tail lamp bulb: Rotate bulb 2. Rotate bulb holder to left and mounting anticlockwise and disengage. disengage. 1. Insert screwdriver 3 vertically on right- hand side of bulb housing, exert pressure Remove bulb from holder.
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Self-help, vehicle care 5. Engage bulb holder by rotating right in lamp housing. Insert lamp housing and engage. Picture no: 14233s.tif Picture no: 11669s.tif Courtesy lamps 3. Remove bulb from holder. Front courtesy lamp, reading lamps 3 4. Insert new bulb. 1.
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Self-help, vehicle care Rear courtesy lamp, rear reading lamps 3 Have bulb replacement carried out by a workshop. Picture no: 11670s.tif Picture no: 12927j.tif 2. Remove bulb from holder. Glove compartment lamp 3, luggage compartment lamp 3. Insert new bulb. 1.
Self-help, vehicle care Vehicle care Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, pollen and the like should be cleaned off When caring for your vehicle, observe all immediately, as they contain aggressive national environmental regulations, constituents which can cause paint particularly when washing it. damage.
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Self-help, vehicle care Polishing and waxing Exterior lights The instrument panel should only be Wax the vehicle regularly (by the time the Headlamp and other lamp covers are cleaned using a soft damp cloth. water no longer beads at the latest). made of plastic.
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Self-help, vehicle care Windows and windscreen wiper blades Locks Underbody Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather The locks are lubricated with a high-quality Some areas of the vehicle underbody have together with window cleaner and insect locking cylinder grease in the factory. Only a PVC undercoating while other critical remover.
The international service schedule applies Inspection system ........ 208 in all other countries. Validation Genuine Opel Parts and Accessories .. 209 Service is validated using the spaces Performing work ........209 provided in the Service and Warranty Engine oil ..........210 Booklet.
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Replace pollen filter or active charcoal filter ⊕o If the air is particularly polluted, full of dust or sand or pollen, if the air conditioning Discussion between customer / Opel Partner system smells Replace air cleaner element every 4 years/60 000 km...
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Service and maintenance Service work after year km (x 1000) ⊕ Replace timing belt and tension pulley Z 18 XE every 6 years/90 000 km Z 17 DTH every 10 years/90 000 km Z 16 LET, Z 16 XEP, Z 17 DTR, Z 17 DTR every 10 years/150 000 km Change engine oil and replace filter ⊕o...
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Service and maintenance Service work after year km (x1000) ⊕o Remove brake drum, clean, carry out visual check every 4 years/60 000 km Visually inspect steering system boots, track rods, final drive Check track rod end and supporting ball joint Change brake and clutch fluids (manual transmission automated) every 2 years ⊕...
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Replace pollen filter or active charcoal filter ⊕o If the air is particularly polluted, full of dust or sand or pollen, if the air conditioning Discussion between customer / Opel Partner system smells Replace air cleaner element every 4 years/60 000 km...
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Service and maintenance Service work after year km (x 1000) ⊕ Replace timing belt and tension pulley Z 18 XE every 6 years/90 000 km Z 17 DTH every 10 years/90 000 km Z 16 LET, Z 16 XEP, Z 17 DTR, Z 17 DTR every 10 years/150 000 km Change engine oil and replace filter ⊕o...
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Service and maintenance Service work after year km (x 1000) ⊕o Remove brake drum, clean, carry out visual check every 4 years/60 000 km Visually inspect steering system boots, track rods, final drive Check track rod end and supporting ball joint Change brake and clutch fluids (manual transmission automated) every 2 years ⊕...
Service and maintenance Additional service work Recommended fluids and With hard driving conditions it might be necessary to carry out certain service work lubricants Additional work ⊕ more frequently than the scheduled Additional work is not always necessary at Only use products which have been tested intervals.
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Validity code must be suitable for requirements. It is forbidden to use engine oil of Opel engine oil is GM-LL-A-025 and grades ACEA A1/B1 and A5/B5. Under GM-LL-B-025 grade and therefore suitable certain circumstances, these oils can cause for both petrol and diesel engines.
Opel. If the remaining distance is less It is particularly advisable to use an Opel than 1500 km, InSP is displayed with a Partner during the warranty period in order remaining distance of 1000 km when the to prevent loss of warranty.
"Genuine Opel Parts and Accessories" and Picture no: 17922S.tif Picture no: 14234s.tif conversion parts approved by Opel can be Performing work obtained from your Opel Partner, who can Warning provide expert advice on permitted...
Service and maintenance Picture no: 16486s.tif Picture no: 16487s.tif Picture no: 17903s.tif Engine oil Check with the vehicle on a level surface. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it The engine must be at operating to the stop on the handle, pull out and read In vehicles fitted with engine oil level temperature and switched off for at least the engine oil level.
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Service and maintenance Picture no: 15972s.tif Picture no: 14238s.tif Picture no: 17902s.tif We recommend that you use the same The engine oil level must not exceed The amount filled must be between the engine oil as was used the last time it was the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Service and maintenance Diesel fuel filter Coolant On the event of engine oil change, have The coolant provides anti-freeze fuel filter checked for possible water protection down to approx. -28 residue by a workshop. Caution Illumination of A indicates water in the fuel filter 3.
Service and maintenance Brakes Top up with anti-freeze. If no anti-freeze is available, fill with clean tap water or A screeching noise indicates that the brake distilled water. Have the anti-freeze lining is at its minimum thickness. concentration checked. Continued driving is possible. Have the brake lining replace as soon as possible.
Service and maintenance When topping up, ensure maximum Brake fluid change cleanliness as contamination of the brake Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs fluid can lead to function problems in the water. If the brakes become hot, such as braking system.
Service and maintenance Picture no: 13328j.tif Picture no: 9392t.tif Picture no: 14245s.tif Windscreen wiper replacement Windscreen and headlamp Wiper blade on the rear window 3 Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as washer systems Wiper blades on the windscreen shown in illustration and remove. Lift wiper arm.
Service and maintenance Laying up the vehicle for more than 4 weeks can lead to battery discharge. Disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Ensure the ignition is switched off before connecting or disconnecting the vehicle battery. Protecting electronic components In order to prevent faults in electronic components in the electrical system, never connect or disconnect battery with engine...
Service and maintenance Laying the vehicle up for a long Putting the vehicle back into z Park vehicle in dry and well ventilated period of time place. Select first gear or reverse gear, service and with manual transmission If the vehicle is to be laid up for several Perform the following work before automated 3 move selector lever to months, the following work should be...
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle data The technical data is determined in accordance with European Community standards. We reserve the right to make modifications. Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over those given in this manual. Vehicle data......... 218 Picture no: 14247s.tif Engine data..........
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Technical Data Engine identifier and engine number: marked on left-hand side of engine in engine block. Picture no: 13329j.tif Picture no: 14249s.tif Information on identification plate: The vehicle identification number is stamped on the identification plate and on Manufacturer the right side of the floor of the vehicle Type approval number under a cover between the front door and Vehicle identification number...
Technical Data Engine data Sales designation 1.4 TWINPORT 1.6 TWINPORT Engine identifier code Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 16 LET Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1364 1598 1796 1598 Brake horse power [kW/bhp] at rpm 5600 6000 6000...
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Technical Data Engine data Sales designation 1.3 CDTI 1.7 CDTI 1.7 CDTI 1.7 CDTI Engine code Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DT Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTR Number of cylinders Piston displacement [cm 1248 1686 1686 1686 Brake horse power [kW/bhp] at rpm 4000 4000...
Technical Data Performance Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 16 LET Top speed [km/h] 5-speed transmission – 5-gear sport transmission – – – – 6-speed transmission – – – manual transmission automated – – 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 Performance Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DT Z 17 DTH Z 17 DTR Top speed [km/h] 5-speed manual transmission – – 6-speed manual transmission – – manual transmission automated – – – – 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.
Technical Data Fuel consumption, CO -emissions The directive is oriented to actual driving The figures given must not be taken as a guarantee for the actual fuel consumption practices: Urban driving is rated at approx. Directive 80/1268/EEC (last changed of a particular vehicle. by 2004/3/EC) has applied for the and off-road driving with approx.
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Technical Data Fuel consumption, CO emissions Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE Z 16 LET 5-speed / sport / 6-gear / manual transmission automated fuel consumption urban [l/100 km] 8.1/–/–/– 8.9/–/–/ 8.9 10.3/–/–/10.1 –/–/ 10.4/– extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.1/–/–/–...
Technical Data Weights, payload and roof load The combined total of front and rear axle Roof load loads must not exceed the permissible The permissible roof load is 100 kg. The The payload is the difference between the gross vehicle weight. For example, if the roof load consists of the weight of the roof permitted gross vehicle weight (see front axle is bearing its maximum...
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Technical Data Table 1, kerb weight Meriva Engine Manual Manual transmission transmission automated without/with air Z 14 XEP 1330/1355 –/– conditioning [kg] Z 16 XEP 1375/1400 1375/1400 Z 18 XE 1380/1405 1380/1405 Z 16 LET 1450/1475 –/– Z 13 DTJ 1415/1440 –/–...
When using the spare wheel, the driving faulty tyre as soon as possible, and have We recommend that you consult an Opel behaviour may be modified. Replace the the wheel balanced and fitted to the Partner concerning suitable tyre makes.
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Technical Data Tyre pressure (overpressure) Suspension behavior when loaded with up With full load to 3 people Tyres – front [kPa/bar] rear [kPa/bar] front [kPa/bar] rear [kPa/bar] Z 14 XEP 175/70 R 14, 240/2.4 220/2.2 260/2.6 300/3.0 185/60 R 15, 205/50 R 16, 205/45 R 17 Z 16 XEP,...
Technical Data Capacities Engine oil Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP, Z 18 XE Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DT, Z 17 DTH Z 16 LET Z 17 DTR Including filter [I] 4.25 Between MIN and MAX [I] Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l] Back to overview...
Technical Data Mounting dimensions of towing Dimensions Dimensions equipment [mm] [mm] All measurements refer to Opel-approved towing equipment. Warning Only use towing equipment approved 508.1 for your vehicle. We recommend 471.5 entrusting retrofitting of towing equipment to your workshop. 441.4 497.6...
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Oil consumption .....210, 220, 221 Oil level............ 210 Main beam..........11 Oil pressure ..........84 extending ..........26 Bulb replacement ....... 187, 188 Opel Service ..........199 ignition lock ........16, 27 Control indicator........84 Operating temperature ......136 Locking doors......28, 30, 36 Maintenance Outside temperature gauge ....
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Index Rear seats..........51 Self-help Tail lamps ..........102 Rear window washer system ...13, 101, 215 Central locking........31 Bulb replacement ....... 191 Refuelling..........140 Electric windows........40 Tank Fuel filler cap........141 Information display ......92 Fuel gauge ..........88 Remote control Radio remote control ......
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Index Tyre chains ........157, 228 Winter mode Tyre condition ......... 155 Starting-off aid ........132 Tyre pressure........154, 228 Winter operation Tyre repair kit.......... 178 Battery..........136 Coolant, antifreeze......212 Fuel consumption ....... 138 Units of measure........96 Fuel for diesel engines......139 Unleaded fuel ......
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What is the size specification of the serpentine belt
The serpentine belt sizes for the Opel Meriva include lengths of 1450 mm, 1453 mm, 1538 mm, 1540 mm, 1545 mm, 1546 mm, 1547 mm, and 1550 mm.
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