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VAUXHALL Ampera
Owner's Manual
Model Year 2012
Edition: September 2011
TS 1710-B-12

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  • Page 1 VAUXHALL Ampera 0 - 1 VAUXHALL Ampera Owner’s Manual Model Year 2012 Edition: September 2011 TS 1710-B-12...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 19 Seats, restraints ......32 Storage ........49 Instruments and controls ..... 54 Lighting ........90 Climate control ......95 Driving and operating ....101 Vehicle care ....... 135 Service and maintenance ..

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction...

  • Page 4: Using This Manual

    Operation is Your vehicle is a designed reasonable prices. Experienced similar for right-hand drive vehicles. combination of advanced technology, mechanics trained by Vauxhall work safety, environmental friendliness ■ The Owner's Manual uses the according to specific Vauxhall and economy.
  • Page 5 Symbols Cautions Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". 9 Danger Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall. We wish you many hours of Text marked 9 Danger provides pleasurable driving. information on risk of fatal injury. Your Vauxhall Team Disregarding this information may endanger life.
  • Page 6 Introduction...

  • Page 7: In Brief

    In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Open&Start Radio remote control Initial drive information With the radio remote control within the opening range, simply press the lock/unlock button on the door handle Press button ( to unlock the doors to unlock the driver's door. and load compartment.

  • Page 8: Seat Adjustment

    In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat positioning Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion: release lever. Allow the seat to = seat higher engage audibly. Pull handle, slide seat, release down = seat lower handle. Seat position 3 33, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 33, Seat adjustment 3 34.

  • Page 9: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Inclination adjustment Height adjustment To adjust horizontally, pull the head Pull out the seat belt and engage in restraint forwards. It engages in belt buckle. The seat belt must not be several positions. Press the button, adjust height and twisted and must fit close against the engage.

  • Page 10: Mirror Adjustment

    In brief Mirror adjustment Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Interior mirror Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 29. Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock lever (A), adjust steering adjust. wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.
  • Page 11 In brief Instrument panel overview...
  • Page 12 In brief Heated front seats ....35 Horn ........55 N = Infotainment system Automatic climate control ..95 Steering wheel controls ..54 See infotainment system manual. Instrument panel storage ..49 W Data link connector ....62 Charge status indicator ..127 Headlight range adjustment .

  • Page 13: Exterior Lighting

    In brief Exterior lighting Turn and lane-change signals r = Turn the rear fog lamp band on the lever to r and release it, to Turn adjuster wheel: turn the rear fog lamp on or off. The band will return to its AUTO = automatic light control: original position.

  • Page 14: Pedestrian Safety Alert

    In brief Horn Pedestrian safety alert Hazard warning flashers Press j. Horn 3 55. Use this feature to alert people who may not hear your vehicle approaching. Operated with the ¨ button. Momentarily push 4 on the end of the turn and lane-change lever and a soft‐...

  • Page 15: Washer And Wiper Systems

    In brief Washer and wiper systems Climate control Adjustable wiper interval Windscreen wiper Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Wiper lever in position 5. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the = fast desired wipe interval: = slow short = turn adjuster wheel 5 = interval wiping interval upwards...

  • Page 16: Electric Drive Unit

    In brief Electric drive unit Automatic climate control system brake application. Then press the 3 95. shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear. Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park)before starting the propulsion system.

  • Page 17: Starting Off

    In brief Starting off Electric vehicle operation Starting the vehicle modes Check before starting off The vehicle has two modes of ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 156, operation: Electric and extended 3 185. range. In both modes, the vehicle is ■...
  • Page 18 In brief mode transitions the vehicle to extended range mode to maintain the battery charge reserve. Hold mode will not change normal vehicle acceleration or braking performance. Electric vehicle operation modes 3 106. Sport: This mode provides more responsive acceleration than normal mode, but can reduce efficiency.
  • Page 19 In brief Parking ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. ■ Always apply the electrical parking brake. Pull switch m. ■ Switch off the ignition. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock engages.

  • Page 20: Car Pass

    Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Key with foldaway key section windows Keys Replacement keys The key number is specified in the Car Pass or on a detachable tag. The key number must be quoted when ordering replacement keys as it is a component of the immobiliser system.

  • Page 21: Radio Remote Control

    Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control The radio remote control has an Vehicle personalisation 3 82. approximate range of up to 200 feet. To maximise the electric range of the It can be restricted by external vehicle, use the remote start function influences.

  • Page 22: Keys, Doors And Windows

    Keys, doors and windows The remote start can be initiated two Conditions in which remote start may Fault in the radio remote control separate times between driving. For not work system each remote start, the passenger Conditions in which a remote start In the event that it is not possible to compartment will be heated or cooled may not occur include:...

  • Page 23: Open&Start System

    Keys, doors and windows Open&Start system To replace the battery: Unlocking 1. Extend the key and open the Enables a keyless locking and Driver door handle battery cover on the back of the unlocking of the doors and the tailgate unit.

  • Page 24: L Central Locking Buttons

    Keys, doors and windows Locking The Open&Start system can be The hazard warning flashers will flash programmed to unlock all doors on twice each time the button is pressed Driver door handle the first lock/unlock press from the and the anti-theft alarm system will be driver door.

  • Page 25: Child Locks

    Keys, doors and windows Central locking buttons Press ) again to lock the doors Inside the vehicle immediately. Pull up or push down on the door lock knob. Pull once on the door handle to Press ( to cancel the delayed lock unlock the door and a second time to operation.

  • Page 26: Load Compartment

    Keys, doors and windows Doors The rear door child locks prevent Closing passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Load compartment Press H% to activate. The LED (A) comes on when activated. Tailgate Press H% again to deactivate. Opening Use the inside pull handle to lower and close the tailgate.

  • Page 27: Anti-Theft Locking System

    Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security General hints for operating It is also possible to activate the anti- theft locking system by pressing the tailgate lock/unlock button on the driver door Anti-theft locking system handle twice within five seconds if any 9 Warning of the following occur: 9 Warning...

  • Page 28: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Keys, doors and windows Anti-theft alarm system Note Deactivation Changes to the vehicle interior such Unlocking or approaching the vehicle It monitors: as the use of seat covers, and open with the radio remote control, ■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet windows or sunroof, could impair the deactivates the anti-theft alarm function of passenger compartment ■...

  • Page 29: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors If the vehicle loses battery power the vehicle. The radio remote control when the anti-theft alarm system is uses electronic coding that matches armed, the power sounder will an immobiliser control unit in the Convex shape activate automatically.

  • Page 30: Interior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Windows Select the relevant exterior mirror by moving the selector switch to left (L) or right (R). Then press the arrows on Automatic anti-dazzle Power windows the control pad to adjust the Dazzle from following vehicles at respective mirror.
  • Page 31 Keys, doors and windows The passenger and rear windows can Child safety system for rear just be lowered without holding the windows switch. Power windows can work until the driver's door is opened or at the latest for 10 minutes after the ignition is switched off.

  • Page 32: Sun Visors

    Keys, doors and windows Sun visors Activate the window electronics as follows: 1. Close all doors with the ignition on or when retained power off is active. 2. Pull switch until the window is closed and keep pulling for additional 2 seconds. 3.

  • Page 33: Seats, Restraints

    Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Head restraints on front seats Position 9 Warning Only drive with the head restraint set to the proper position. Height adjustment Press the button, adjust height and make sure that the head restraint is engaged.

  • Page 34: Front Seats

    Seats, restraints Front seats Head restraints on rear seats Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. Inclination adjustment To adjust horizontally, pull the head Height adjustment restraint forwards. It engages in Pull the head restraint upwards or several positions.
  • Page 35 Seats, restraints Seat adjustment ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Seat backrests against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is 9 Danger possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from bent.

  • Page 36: A Heated Front Seats

    Seats, restraints Lever pumping motion: Auto heated seats When the ignition is switched on, the auto heated seats function will = seat higher automatically activate the heated down = seat lower seats at the level required by the vehicle's interior temperature. Heating The LEDs next to the seat heating symbol on the instrument panel...

  • Page 37: Seat Belts

    Seats, restraints Seat belts Remote start heated seats Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. They are When it is cold outside, the heated not suitable for people smaller than seats can be programmed to turn on 150 cm.

  • Page 38: Three-Point Seat Belt

    Seats, restraints Three-point seat belt 9 Warning Fastening Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or fitting of belts) can trigger the belt pretensioners. Deployment of the belt pretensioners is indicated by continuous illumination of control indicator v 3 61. Triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop.
  • Page 39 Seats, restraints Removing There is one guide for each passenger position in the rear seat. When using a comfort guide, remove the seat belt from the seat‐mounted guide before using the comfort guide. To install a comfort guide to the seat belt, proceed as follows: 2.
  • Page 40 Seats, restraints 3. The seat belt should not be 4. Buckle and position the seat belt 9 Warning twisted and it should lie flat. The as described previously in this elastic cord must be under the section. Make sure that the The lap belt must be positioned as seat belt and the guide on top.

  • Page 41: Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Airbag system Each airbag is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags replaced by a workshop. Furthermore, it might be The airbag system consists of necessary to have the steering a number of individual systems wheel, the instrument panel, parts of depending on the scope of the panelling, the door seals, equipment.

  • Page 42: Curtain Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Curtain airbag system 9 Warning The curtain airbag system consists of Optimum protection is only an airbag in the roof frame on each provided when the seat is in the side. This can be identified by the proper position 3 33. word AIRBAG along the headliner or trim.

  • Page 43: Knee Airbag System

    Seats, restraints With knee airbags, the word 9 Warning AIRBAG will appear on the lower portion of the instrument panel. Keep the area in which the airbag The knee airbag system is triggered inflates clear of obstructions. in the event of a front-end impact of The hooks on the handles in the a certain severity.

  • Page 44: Child Restraints

    A child restraint front passenger seat. Contact system must not be installed. Child restraint systems a workshop immediately. We recommend the Vauxhall child 9 Danger Consult a workshop immediately if restraint system which is tailored neither of the two control indicators is specifically to the vehicle.
  • Page 45 Seats, restraints Selecting the right system Allow children to enter and exit the 9 Danger vehicle only on the side facing away The rear seats are the most from the traffic. convenient location to fasten a child When using a child restraint restraint system.

  • Page 46: Child Restraint Installation Locations

    Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Mass group activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats Group 0: Up to 10 kg Group 0+: Up to 13 kg Group I: 9 to 18 kg Group II: 15 to 25 kg Group III: 22 to 36 kg...
  • Page 47 Seats, restraints Mass group Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 ISO/R2 ISO/R3 Group I: 9 to 18 kg ISO/R2 ISO/R3 ISO/F2 IL, IUF ISO/F2X IL, IUF ISO/F3 = Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type.
  • Page 48 Seats, restraints B1 – ISO/F2X = Reduced‐height forward‐facing toddler child restraint system. C – ISO/R3 = Full‐size rear‐facing toddler child restraint system. D – ISO/R2 = Reduced‐size rear-facing toddler child restraint system. E – ISO/R1 = Rear‐facing infant child restraint system. F –...

  • Page 49: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes

    Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes systems In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, fasten the Top-Tether strap to the The Top-Tether anchors for outboard Top-Tether fastening eyes. The strap rear seating positions are on the back must run between the two guide posts of the rear seatback.

  • Page 50: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage compartments Door panel storage Instrument panel storage There is a storage compartment on top of the instrument panel that Slide an umbrella into the opening includes an auxiliary power outlet. either the driver or passenger door. A transmitter slot for the radio remote control transmitter is located inside the storage compartment.

  • Page 51: Floor Console Storage

    Storage Load compartment Floor console storage Folding the seat backrests 9 Warning Only drive the vehicle if the backrests are securely locked into position. Otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or damage to the load or vehicle in the event of heavy braking or a collision.

  • Page 52: Load Compartment Cover

    Storage Fold seat backrests up The seat belt should not cross the seat backrest locking mechanism (A) Note when raising the seat backrest. Damage to the seat belt or seat 2. Raise the seat backrest and push backrest locking mechanism can it rearward to lock it into place.

  • Page 53: Loading Information

    Storage Loading information ■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, shift lever, or hinder the freedom of movement ■ Heavy objects in the load of the driver. Do not place any compartment should be placed unsecured objects in the interior. against the seat backrests.
  • Page 54 Storage Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.

  • Page 55: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment The Infotainment system and the cruise control can be operated via the controls on the steering wheel. Unlock lever (A), adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.

  • Page 56: Pedestrian Safety Alert

    Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Windscreen wiper Momentarily push 4 on the end of the turn and lane-change lever and a soft‐ = fast note alert will momentarily sound. = slow Repeat for additional activations of 5 = interval wiping Further information is available in the the pedestrian safety alert.

  • Page 57: Power Outlets

    Instruments and controls Power outlets Wiper lever in position 5. 3. Press the TUNE/MENU knob or press the time screen button to Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Three 12 volt accessory power display other options within that desired wipe interval: outlets are located as follows: feature.

  • Page 58: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Fuel gauge Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging and indicators devices or batteries. Do not damage the outlets by using Speedometer unsuitable plugs. Indicates vehicle speed. The shown unit can be changed in the Driver Information Centre (DIC).

  • Page 59: Total Vehicle Range

    Instruments and controls Battery gauge Driving efficiency gauge Total vehicle range This indicator displays the high This gauge is a guide to driving in an Total vehicle range is the remaining voltage battery charge level. efficient manner by keeping the ball distance the vehicle can be driven green and in the centre of the gauge.

  • Page 60: Control Indicators

    Instruments and controls The system must be reset every time ignition is switched on, most control the engine oil is changed to allow indicators will illuminate briefly as proper functionality. Seek the a functionality test. assistance of a workshop. The control indicator colours mean: Avoid accidental resetting of the = danger, important engine oil life system.
  • Page 61 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...

  • Page 62: Turn Signal

    Instruments and controls Turn signal Airbag and belt tensioners Illuminates After the warning lights of the Illuminates or flashes green. v illuminates red. respective front seat have flashed for When the ignition is switched on, the a while, until the seat belt has been Flashes control indicator illuminates for fastened.

  • Page 63: W Data Link Connector

    Instruments and controls Driver Information Centre (DIC) a problem with the lights or the airbag Illuminates in service only mode 3 67. deactivation switch. Seek the Illuminates as a check, showing if the assistance of a workshop. service only mode is working. If a fault Airbag deactivation is detected, seek the assistance of Charging system...

  • Page 64: Antilock Brake System

    Instruments and controls Should the light continues to flash: Illuminates Driver Information Centre 3 67. Electrical parking brake is applied 1. Move out of the flow of traffic as Antilock brake system 3 114. quickly as possible without impeding other vehicles. (ABS) Flashes 2.

  • Page 65: Engine Coolant

    Instruments and controls Hold mode When the ABS control indicator Flashes remains on after resetting the system The system is active and is working to Hold illuminates when hold mode is or comes on again while driving, seek assist the driver with directional selected.

  • Page 66: Engine Oil Pressure

    Instruments and controls Engine oil pressure Immobiliser Caution I illuminates red. d illuminates yellow. If engine coolant temperature is Illuminates briefly when the vehicle is Fault in the immobiliser system. The too high, stop vehicle, switch off started. engine cannot be started. the ignition.

  • Page 67: Cruise Control

    Instruments and controls Cruise control Door(s) open The DIC indicates when a door, the bonnet, or the tailgate is open. The m illuminates white or green. light displays the open area as shaded. Illuminates white The DIC and the light both display The system is on.

  • Page 68: Driver Information Centre (Dic)

    Instruments and controls Information displays Selecting menus and functions At the main DIC menu: Driver Information Centre 1. Turn the SELECT knob to scroll through the possible DIC menus. 2. Press the centre of the SELECT knob when a menu item is highlighted to enter that menu.

  • Page 69: H Instrument Cluster Display

    Instruments and controls Seek the assistance of a workshop. Turn-by-turn * The navigation system turn-by-turn Tyre pressure 3 156. guidance is displayed by selecting Tyre pressure monitoring system this item. 3 157. See the infotainment system manual Vehicle messages 3 for further information.

  • Page 70: Colour-Info-Display

    Instruments and controls Colour-Info-Display Colour-Info-Display is located in the instrument panel. Colour-Info-Display indicates: ■ Climate control 3 95 ■ Infotainment system, see description in the infotainment system manual. This screen indicates that charging is This screen indicates that the vehicle ■...
  • Page 71 Instruments and controls Battery Power‐ Battery is active with Engine Power - Engine is active with energy flowing to the wheels. energy flowing to the wheels. To view Power Flow, Charging and Energy Info, press 8 on the instrument panel. Power Flow screens To view the Power Flow screens, press 8 on the instrument panel...
  • Page 72 Instruments and controls Charging Programmable charging There are three programmable charge modes. To view the current charge mode status in the Colour- Info-Display, press 8 on the instrument panel and then press Charging at the top of the touch screen. Engine &...
  • Page 73 Instruments and controls Charge mode status Delayed (Departure Time): The Delayed (Rate & Departure Time): vehicle estimates the charging start The vehicle estimates the charging Immediately: The vehicle starts time considering the programmed start time based on the utility rate charging as soon as it is connected to departure time for the current day of schedule, utility rate preference and...
  • Page 74 Instruments and controls location is required for this mode. Select one option: Charge level selection Also, if the selected electric rate The charge level preference setting ■ Immediately upon plug-in settings result in a very long charge allows the customer to select their ■...
  • Page 75 Instruments and controls ■ Reduced Level 2 - 9 Amps: Limits Charge rate selection AC current to 9 ampere From the delayed rate and departure time charge mode status screen, ■ Reduced Level 3 - 6 Amps: Limits press Edit. AC current to 6 ampere Exact current levels for a particular region may vary from values shown in...
  • Page 76 Instruments and controls Charging begins at the start time and demand for electricity is low, the rates is complete by the departure time only are usually lower and called off-peak if sufficient time is allowed after the rates. In some areas, a mid-peak rate charge cord is plugged in.
  • Page 77 Instruments and controls 1. Press Weekday or Weekend. 2. Press Edit next to the row to be changed. ◆ Weekdays are Monday to Friday and use the same rate schedule. ◆ Weekends are Saturday and Sunday and use the same rate schedule.
  • Page 78 Instruments and controls 1. Press + or − to adjust the time. 2. Press Peak, Mid-Peak or Off- Peak to select the electric rate. 3. Press Back to store changes. Only the finish time can be edited. The start time is automatically populated in the rate table.
  • Page 79 Instruments and controls the Colour-Info-Display, there are 2. Press Temporary Override. also other ways to temporarily override a delayed charge mode. Charging 3 125. To temporarily override a delayed charge mode to immediate charge mode from inside the vehicle: 1. Press the release button of the charge port door on the driver To cancel the temporary override to door to view the charge mode...
  • Page 80 Instruments and controls 2. Press Temporary Override. Charging override / interruption pop- 3. Press the + or – button to change the next departure time. A pop-up will appear if the following 4. Press Confirm Departure Time to occur: temporarily override the next ■...

  • Page 81: Energy Information

    Instruments and controls Programmable charging disabled If the programmable charging system fuel used and average fuel economy. is consistently disabled, seek the There are maximum limits to some of assistance of a workshop. the values that can be displayed. When these values are replaced with Energy information dashes, the value limits have been reached.

  • Page 82: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and controls Vehicle messages This automatic pop-up can be Efficiency Tips disabled through the vehicle personalisation. Messages displayed in the Driver Vehicle personalisation 3 82. Information Centre (DIC) indicate the status of the vehicle or some action Energy efficiency that may be needed to correct a condition.

  • Page 83: Vehicle Personalisation

    Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation ■ Brakes ■ CONFIG: Press to scroll through the available menus across the top ■ Ride control systems of the touch screen display. Vehicle Personalisation can be ■ Cruise control ■ TUNE/MENU: accessed by using either the ■...
  • Page 84 Instruments and controls Turning a function on or off Selecting a menu option The vehicle menu features may include: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Touch any one of the available menu highlight the function. options on the touch screen to select ■...
  • Page 85 Instruments and controls Auto fan speed To turn Auto heated seats on or off: When high humidity is no longer detected, the system will return to Auto fan speed sets the automatic fan 1. Press the vehicle menu. previous operation. speed to maintain the desired interior 2.
  • Page 86 Instruments and controls 3. Select the temperature level. ■ Charging Cord Theft Alert Energy Summary Exit Pop-up This allows the Energy Summary Exit 4. Press Back to return to the ■ Charging Power Loss Alert Pop-up to be turned on or off: previous menu.
  • Page 87 Instruments and controls 3. Turn Charging Power Loss Alert Exterior ambient lighting 4. Select the length of time the on or off. exterior lights will remain on. Select the lighting menu and the following will be displayed: 4. Press Back to return to the 5.
  • Page 88 Instruments and controls Auto door unlock To turn Prevent doorlock while door Remote locking, unlocking, open on or off: This allows selection of which doors starting will automatically unlock when the 1. Press the vehicle menu. Select Remote Lock / Unlock / Start vehicle is shifted into P.
  • Page 89 Instruments and controls To select remote lock feedback: Door Unlock or Remote DoorUnlock Remote left in vehicle reminder This allows selection of which doors When on, the horn will chirp rapidly 1. Press the vehicle menu. will unlock when pressing ( on the three times if a radio remote control is 2.
  • Page 90 Instruments and controls 4. Select which doors to unlock. 1. Press the vehicle menu. 5. Press Back to return to the 2. Select Restore factory settings. previous menu. 3. Select Yes or No. 4. Press Back to return to the Passive door lock previous menu.

  • Page 91: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Automatic light control Light switch Automatic light control function When the automatic light control Exterior lighting ......90 function is switched on and the ignition is switched on, the system Interior lighting ......93 switches between daytime running Lighting features ......

  • Page 92: K Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Headlight range Hazard warning flashers Note Do not cover the light sensor adjustment otherwise the AUTO mode will not operate properly. Automatic headlight activation During poor lighting conditions the headlights are switched on. Tunnel detection When a tunnel is entered, the headlights are switched on.

  • Page 93: Turn And Lane-Change Signals

    Lighting Turn and lane-change Rear fog lights Confirmed by a signal and the corresponding turn signal control signals indicator. The parking lights will remain illuminated until the ignition is switched on or the turn signal lever is returned to the neutral position. Reversing lights Turn the rear fog light band on the lever to r and release it, to turn the...

  • Page 94: Dome Lights

    Lighting Interior lighting Dome lights Front reading lights Instrument panel illumination control The dome light controls are located in the overhead console. To operate, press the following The front reading lights are located in buttons: Brightness of the following lights can the overhead console.

  • Page 95: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting features The rear reading lights are located in Activation, deactivation and duration the headliner. of this function can be changed in the Colour-Info-Display. Entry lighting Vehicle personalisation 3 82. Headlights, taillights, reversing lights, sidelights and the interior lights turn Battery discharge on briefly by pressing ( on the radio protection...

  • Page 96: Climate Control

    Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Automatic climate control system Climate control systems ....95 Note Air vents ........100 The vehicle may require the use of Maintenance ......100 an auxiliary heat source under certain cold conditions. This A = Temperature control provides additional heating and B = Heated seats...
  • Page 97 Climate control E = Outside air temperature display Climate modes Vehicle personalisation 3 82. F = Climate modes The air conditioning may also run if Fan Only mode G = Climate power gauge V is selected. H = Manual fan control The air conditioning and electric heat = Temperature setting display are turned off.
  • Page 98 Climate control Climate power gauge Air conditioning / Electric For automatic operation: heating 1. Press AUTO. Air conditioning and electric heating 2. Set the temperature. An initial could be on at the same time when setting of 23°C is recommended. dehumidifying is required in ECO or Allow the system time to stabilise.

  • Page 99: Manual Operation

    Climate control Manual operation control and the direction of the airflow If V is selected in Fan Only or ECO can be controlled manually. Press mode, air conditioning or electric Fan control AUTO to return to automatic heating may turn on and have operation.
  • Page 100 Climate control Manual recirculation heat setting. Use the touch screen Remote start 3 20. buttons or the manual heated seat Press 4 to recirculate air inside the Compressor buttons on the instrument panel to vehicle, press it again to select turn auto heated seats off.

  • Page 101: J Air Vents

    Climate control Air vents Maintenance ■ Cleaning of condenser and evaporator drainage Air intake ■ Performance check Use the slats on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. The air intake in front of the Use the thumbwheels near each vent windscreen in the engine to open and close off the airflow.

  • Page 102: Driving And Operating

    Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Use cruise control when appropriate. Plan ahead for decelerations and Driving economically coast whenever possible. For example, do not rush to traffic signals. Use the following tips to help Driving hints ....... 101 Do not shift to N to coast.

  • Page 103: P Power Button

    Driving and operating Starting and operating Vehicle charging / maintenance Using a rooftop carrier will reduce efficiency due to additional weight Charging and drag. New vehicle running-in Keep the vehicle plugged in, even The vehicle does not require when fully charged, to keep the Control of the vehicle a running-in period.
  • Page 104 Driving and operating button light is on steady when the Starting and stopping the vehicle Ignition off ignition is on. When the ignition is 3 104. To switch the ignition off, push button switched off, the m button light will m with the vehicle in P.

  • Page 105: Retained Power Off

    Driving and operating If the vehicle must be shut off in an If the vehicle cannot be pulled over Note emergency: and must be shut off while driving, Do not try to shift to P if the vehicle press and hold m for longer than is moving or the electric drive unit 9 Warning could be damaged.
  • Page 106 Driving and operating A welcome, ready, and goodbye Computers determine when the audio message will be heard in the engine needs to run. The engine may vehicle and animated on the start, if required, when the propulsion instrument cluster when opening the system is on.

  • Page 107: Electric Vehicle Operation Modes

    Driving and operating Electric vehicle Parking battery. The vehicle can operate in this mode until the battery has operation modes ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily reached a low charge. ignitable surface. Things that can There are some conditions when the Operation burn could touch hot exhaust parts battery charge is high enough to...

  • Page 108: Q Drive Mode Button

    Driving and operating Drive modes vehicle can be plugged in to recharge the high voltage battery and restore While driving in electric or extended electric mode. range mode, additional operating The high voltage battery will continue modes can be selected. to provide some power and work together with the engine to provide peak performance when it is required,...
  • Page 109 Driving and operating If in Sport, Mountain or Hold mode, Control indicator Sport3 64. Press DRIVE MODE to select the mode may become unavailable Mountain mode. If steep hill driving is Mountain mode and the vehicle will return to Normal expected, it is recommended to select mode.

  • Page 110: Maintenance Modes

    Driving and operating Each time the vehicle is started, it will Hold mode directly to Mountain needed, a request screen appears on return to Normal mode to maintain mode, the electric range displayed the Colour-Info-Display at vehicle a smaller battery charge reserve for adjusts for the Mountain mode charge start.
  • Page 111 Driving and operating If the engine maintenance mode reduced, or no power. An adequate maximise the length of time before request was delayed for one day, it fuel level must be maintained in the another fuel maintenance mode is will automatically start the engine at vehicle to keep it operational.

  • Page 112: O Shift Lever

    Driving and operating Engine exhaust Electric drive unit If the fuel maintenance mode request was delayed for one day, it will start at the next vehicle start and display the Operation fuel maintenance mode notification 9 Danger The vehicle uses an electric drive screen on the Colour-Info-Display.
  • Page 113 Driving and operating pedal application. Then press the (D) Drive: This position is for normal 9 Warning shift lever button and move the shift driving. It provides the best fuel lever into another gear. economy. If more power is needed for It is dangerous to get out of the passing, and the vehicle is: Note...

  • Page 114: Brakes

    Driving and operating Brakes Note Fault Spinning the tyres or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using Antilock brake system 9 Warning only the accelerator pedal may Antilock brake system (ABS) damage the electric drive unit. If you If there is a fault in the ABS, the prevents the wheels from locking.

  • Page 115: M Electric Parking Brake

    Driving and operating Parking brake Electrical parking brake apply If the control indicator m flashes continuously, the electrical parking The electrical parking brake can be brake is only partially applied or applied anytime the vehicle is Electrical parking brake released or there is a problem with the stopped.

  • Page 116: Regenerative Braking

    Driving and operating Regenerative braking If the electrical parking brake fails to on. Continue to hold the m switch apply, the rear wheels should be until the control indicator m is off. If Regenerative braking takes some of blocked to prevent vehicle the light remains on, seek the the energy from the moving vehicle movement.

  • Page 117: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and operating Ride control systems In the event of a controller problem, 9 Warning the brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may Traction Control system Do not let this special safety be longer. feature tempt you into taking risks The Traction Control system (TC) is Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 67.

  • Page 118: Electronic Stability Control

    Driving and operating Control indicator k illuminates and Caution 9 Warning a message in the Driver Information Centre (DIC) is displayed. Do not repeatedly brake or Do not let this special safety TC is reactivated by pressing the b accelerate heavily when TC is off. feature tempt you into taking risks button again.

  • Page 119: S Cruise Control

    Driving and operating Driver assistance depressed until k and n illuminate Resetting and a message in the Driver If b comes on and stays on, reset the systems Information Centre (DIC) is displayed. system as follows: ESC is reactivated by pressing the Cruise control 1.
  • Page 120 Driving and operating SET/- (Set/Coast): Move the Resuming a set speed thumbwheel down to set a speed and If the cruise control is set at a desired activate cruise control or to make the speed and then the brakes are vehicle decelerate.

  • Page 121: Ultrasonic Parking Assist

    Driving and operating Reducing speed Using cruise control on hills Erasing speed memory If the cruise control system is already How well the cruise control works on The cruise control set speed is erased activated: hills depends upon the vehicle speed, from memory by pressing m or if the load and the steepness of the hills.
  • Page 122 Driving and operating When the vehicle is in R, the system Object detection on front and After the system has been may be active. If the vehicle is in a car deactivated, a message in the Driver rear wash, the sensors may detect objects Information Centre (DIC) is displayed In general, if objects are detected at in the car wash.
  • Page 123 Driving and operating ■ An object was hanging out of the Important hints for using the Special conditions apply if there tailgate during the last drive cycle. ultrasonic parking assist are taller vehicles involved (e.g. Once the object is removed, systems off-road vehicles, mini vans, ultrasonic parking assist will return...

  • Page 124: Rear View Camera

    Driving and operating Rear view camera System operation Symbols When the vehicle is shifted into R, the The navigation system may have image of the area behind the vehicle a feature that lets the driver view 9 Warning appears in the Colour-Info-Display symbols on the navigation screen with the message Check while using the rear view camera.
  • Page 125 Driving and operating Guidelines The rear view camera is located ■ The back of the vehicle was in an above the number plate. accident. The position and The rear view camera system has mounting angle of the camera can a guideline overlay that can help the The area displayed by the camera is change or the camera can be driver align the vehicle when backing...

  • Page 126: Charging

    Driving and operating Charging Start charge repeat attempting to open the charge port door. This section explains the process for charging the vehicle's high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in.
  • Page 127 Driving and operating charge level. The charge level End charge selection can be done either by 1. Unlock the vehicle with the radio using the charging screen in the remote control to disarm the Colour-Info-Display or by using charge cord theft alert. the charge level button on the charge cord, depending on the car model.

  • Page 128: D Charge Status Indicator

    Driving and operating Charging status compartment. The vehicle plug (B) should be on the right side of the charge cord. 7. Push the charge cord handle down until it locks into the handle clip at the rear of the storage compartment.

  • Page 129: Charge Cord

    Driving and operating ■ Long flashing green – Two horn If there is no light signal but the horn If the vehicle is plugged in and the chirps: Vehicle is plugged in. chirps repeatedly, the electricity was charging status indicator is off, Battery is not fully charged.
  • Page 130 Driving and operating If an extension cord is used Use of multi outlet power strips, 9 Warning because of limited access to surge protectors or similar devices 230 volt AC power, use the may increase the risk of electrical Using the charge cord with a worn following safeguards: shock and other hazards.
  • Page 131 Driving and operating A portable charge cord used to Flashing red AC (A) and fault (B) Charge level button charge the vehicle high voltage indicate that the AC outlet does not battery is stored under the load have a proper safety ground. 9 Warning compartment.

  • Page 132: Electrical Requirements

    Driving and operating Electrical requirements The charge level cannot be changed Charging equipment with a rating of when the vehicle plug is plugged into at least 230 volt / 13 ampere will Note the charge port on the vehicle. If the provide the fastest charging time to Do not use portable or stationary charge level button is pressed while...

  • Page 133: Fuel

    Driving and operating Fuel If you can smell fuel in your Caution vehicle, have the cause of this Fuel for petrol engines remedied immediately by Use of fuel with too low an octane a workshop. rating could lead to uncontrolled Only use unleaded fuel that complies combustion and engine damage.

  • Page 134: Fuel Consumption - Co

    Driving and operating Fuel consumption - CO passenger side will unlock. Push the rearward edge of the fuel door Emissions in and release to open the door. 3. Turn the fuel cap Fuel counterclockwise to remove. To convert l/100 km into mpg, divide While refuelling, hang the fuel cap 282 by number of litres/100 km.

  • Page 135: Towing

    Driving and operating Towing The specification of CO emission is also a constituent of the directive. General information The figures given must not be taken as a guarantee for the actual fuel The vehicle is neither designed nor consumption of a particular vehicle. intended to tow a trailer or another Furthermore, fuel consumption is vehicle.

  • Page 136: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Lifting the vehicle Accessories and vehicle 9 Warning modifications General Information ....135 Lifting the vehicle improperly can We recommend to use genuine parts cause serious injuries to you and Vehicle checks ......137 and accessories and factory others or damage the vehicle.
  • Page 137 Vehicle care When lifting the vehicle from the front, place the service jack directly under the cradle mount. Ramps may be needed under the front tyres to provide the necessary clearance for certain service jacks in this location. The front lifting points can be When lifting the vehicle from the rear, accessed from either side of the place the service jack directly under...

  • Page 138: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle care Vehicle checks 2. Pull the release handle which is High voltage components are located below the instrument identified by labels. Do not panel to the left of the steering Performing work remove, open, take apart, or wheel. modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange 9 Danger covering.

  • Page 139: Engine Oil

    Vehicle care Engine oil We recommend the use of the same Caution grade of engine oil that was used at Check the engine oil manually on last change. a regular basis to prevent damage to Make sure that you never run the The engine oil level must not exceed the engine.
  • Page 140 Vehicle care High voltage battery cooling The high voltage battery coolant Caution reservoir in the vehicle is filled with system a 1:1 mixture of approved coolant Only use approved antifreeze. concentrate and deionised water. 9 Danger If the engine cooling system is cold, Power electronics and charger The high voltage battery coolant the coolant level should be above the...

  • Page 141: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle care Brakes If the decision is made to lift the bonnet, make sure the vehicle is In the event of minimum thickness of parked on a level surface. the brake lining, a squealing noise Then check to see if the engine sounds during braking.
  • Page 142 Brake fluid 3 177. A vehicle cover, which can reduce sun loading on the vehicle and improve high voltage battery life, is Battery available from your Vauxhall Ampera Authorised Repairer. 9 Danger The Vauxhall Ampera Authorised Repairer has information on how to Only a trained service technician recycle the high voltage battery.

  • Page 143: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle care Wiper blade replacement charger. If available, use the AGM In addition, to avoid potential damage setting on the charger, to limit charge to the high voltage battery, perform voltage to 14,8 volts. the following recommended steps: Wiper blades on the windscreen ■...

  • Page 144: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle care Bulb replacement Headlight aiming Halogen headlights Headlight aim has been preset and Driver side headlights Switch off the ignition and switch off should need no further adjustment. To replace the high/low‐beam the relevant switch or close the doors. When driving in countries where the headlight: traffic drives on the opposite side of...

  • Page 145: Tail Lights

    Vehicle care Tail lights Passenger side headlights 3. Turn the bulb socket (A) counterclockwise to remove it To replace the high/low‐beam Have the lights replaced by from the bulb assembly. headlight: a workshop. 4. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket. 5.

  • Page 146: Number Plate Light

    Vehicle care Number plate light 3. Turn the bulb socket (A) Reversing light / Rear fog light counterclockwise to remove it assembly - Outside view from the light assembly (C). A = Reversing light 4. Pull the bulb (B) straight out of the B = Rear fog light bulb socket (A).

  • Page 147: Electrical System

    Vehicle care Electrical system 6. Reinstall the bulb socket by lining When the current electrical load is too up the tabs and turn it clockwise heavy, the circuit breaker opens and to lock it into place. closes, protecting the circuit until the High voltage devices and current load returns to normal or the 7.

  • Page 148: Windscreen Wipers

    Vehicle care Windscreen wipers There are four fuse boxes in the vehicle: If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windscreen ■ in the front left of the engine wipers will stop until the motor cools compartment, and the wiper control is turned off.

  • Page 149: Engine Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. To open the fuse block cover, press the clips at the front and back and rotate the cover up to the side.
  • Page 150 Vehicle care Mini fuses Usage Mini fuses Usage Engine control module – Theft deterrent — Power switched power sounder Emissions Traction power inverter module and transmission – control module — Battery Ignition coils / Injectors Engine control module — Battery Column lock Left high‐beam headlight –...
  • Page 151 Vehicle care Mini fuses Usage Mini fuses Usage Mini fuses Usage Run/Crank — Vehicle – Traction power inverter integration control module — Run/Crank – module Run/Crank — Fuel – Vehicle integration system control module, control module — Battery air conditioning control Run/Crank —...
  • Page 152 Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box J-case fuses Usage Micro relays Usage Antilock brake system – Instrument panel fuse box on motor the left side end – Right cooling fan The left instrument panel fuse box is – located on the left side end of the Front wipers instrument panel.
  • Page 153 Vehicle care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Power outlet – Top of IP Body control module 1/Body storage bin control module electronics/ Remote entry/Power moding/ Radio Centre high‐ mounted stoplight/ Number plate Instrument cluster (left hand lights/Left daytime running drive) light/Left position lights/ Infotainment display Tailgate release relay control/ Washer pump relay...
  • Page 154 Vehicle care Relays Usage Fuses Usage Retained accessory power Steering wheel switch relay for power outlets backlighting – Column lock (right hand drive) – Cluster (right hand drive) Deadbolt (left hand drive), Child lockout (right hand Body control module 3/Right drive) headlight Body control module 2/Body...
  • Page 155 Vehicle care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Body control module 7/Left – front turn signal/Right rear – stop and turn signal light/ Child security lock relay – control Deadbolt (right hand drive), Body control module 8/Locks Child lockout (left hand drive) Right secondary data link connector (left hand drive), Right primary data link...
  • Page 156 Vehicle care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Diodes Usage – Rear power windows DIODE – Fuel system control module Electrical parking brake Passive start/ Passive entry Rear defog (Upper grid) module – Heated seats Tailgate release Driver door switches – (Outside rearview mirror/ Charge port door release/ –...

  • Page 157: Wheels And Tyres

    Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Tyre designations The following applies to tyres fitted opposing the rolling direction: E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H ■ Driveability may be affected. Have Tyre condition, wheel condition 215 = Tyre width, mm the defective tyre renewed or = Cross-section ratio (tyre Drive over edges slowly and at right repaired as soon as possible.

  • Page 158: Tyre Pressure Monitoring

    Vehicle care Unscrew the valve cap. The tyre and loading information label If the tyre pressure shall be reduced on the front left centre B-pillar or increased on a vehicle with tyre indicates the original equipment tyres pressure monitoring system, switch and the correct cold tyre inflation off ignition.
  • Page 159 Vehicle care Please note that the tyre pressure functioning properly. Always check A may come on in cool weather when monitoring system is not a substitute the tyre pressure monitoring system the vehicle is first started, and then for proper tyre maintenance and it is malfunction telltale after replacing turn off as the vehicle is driven.
  • Page 160 Ask your Authorised Vauxhall 3. If the DIC display is minimised, been matched to this tyre and Ampera Repairer for service or to press the SELECT knob to wheel position. purchase a relearn tool. maximise it.
  • Page 161 Vehicle care 10. Proceed to the right rear tyre and pressure monitoring system sensor When the system detects repeat the procedure in Step 8. matching process should be a malfunction, A flashes for about one performed after replacing a spare tyre minute and then stays on for the 11.

  • Page 162: Tread Depth

    Vehicle care Changing tyre and wheel ■ Replacement tyres or wheels do not match the original equipment size tyres or wheels. Tyres and wheels other than those recommended If tyres of a different size than those could prevent the tyre pressure fitted at the factory are used, it may be monitoring system from functioning necessary to reprogramme the...

  • Page 163: Wheel Covers

    Vehicle care Wheel covers Tyre chains Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres of size 215/55R17 and 225/45R18. Wheel covers and tyres that are factory approved for the respective Tyre repair kit vehicle and comply with all of the relevant wheel and tyre combination This vehicle has a tyre repair kit, requirements must be used.
  • Page 164 Vehicle care D = Pressure deflation button If unusual noise is heard or the E = Tyre sealant canister compressor becomes hot, turn F = Sealant/Air hose (clear) compressor off for at least 30 G = Air only hose (black) minutes.
  • Page 165 Vehicle care When using the tyre repair kit during 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the cold temperatures, warm the kit in accessory power outlet in the a heated environment for vehicle. Unplug all items from five minutes. This will help to inflate other accessory power outlets.
  • Page 166 Vehicle care 10. Inflate the tyre to the The tyre is not sealed and will recommended inflation pressure continue to leak air until the using the pressure gauge (C). vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tyre; therefore, Tyre and loading information label steps 12 through 18 must be done 3 156.
  • Page 167 Vehicle care 19. Stop at a safe location and check 23. After temporarily sealing a tyre the tyre pressure. Refer to steps using the tyre repair kit, take the 1 through 11 under using the tyre vehicle to a workshop within repair kit without sealant to inflate a 100 miles of driving to have the a tyre (Not Punctured).
  • Page 168 Vehicle care Hazard warning flashers 3 91. 8. Turn the selector switch (A) functional when using the air only clockwise to the air only position. hose (G). 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the compartment. 9. Press the on/off (B) button to turn 11.

  • Page 169: Jump Starting

    Vehicle care Jump starting 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from a workshop. Jump starting is connecting jumper 5. Push the new canister into place. cables between the two vehicles to enable vehicle starting. If the vehicle or another vehicle has a run‐down 12 volt battery, it can be jump started using good condition jumper cables.
  • Page 170 Vehicle care Jump starting the vehicle not needed in both vehicles. 9 Warning Unplug accessories from the If the vehicle won't start, the 12 volt accessory power outlets. This battery may be run down. To jump Be extremely careful when starting avoids sparks and helps save start the vehicle use the underhood with jump leads.
  • Page 171 Vehicle care 6. Check that the jumper cables do 3. Connect the black negative (−) 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) not have loose or missing jumper cable to the negative (−) jumper cable from the other insulation or a shock could result battery terminal of the other vehicle with the good battery.
  • Page 172 Vehicle care 2. Park both vehicles close enough jumper cable goes to positive (+) so that the jumper cables can battery terminal or a remote reach both vehicles' positive (+) positive (+) terminal if available. and negative (−) terminals. The Negative (−) jumper cable goes to vehicles must not touch each remote negative (−) terminal if...

  • Page 173: Towing

    Vehicle care Towing 2. Connect the other end of the red battery. Do not let the other end of positive (+) jumper cable to the the cable touch anything until after positive (+) battery terminal of the the next step. Towing the vehicle vehicle.

  • Page 174: Appearance Care

    Vehicle care Appearance care If using a vehicle wash, comply with Exterior lights the vehicle wash manufacturer's Headlight and other light covers are instructions. The windscreen wiper Exterior care made of plastic. Do not use any and rear window wiper must be abrasive or caustic agents, do not use switched off.

  • Page 175: Interior Care

    Vehicle care For mechanical removal of ice, use After the underbody is washed, check C = Tab a sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the the underbody and have it waxed if D = Slot scraper firmly against the glass so necessary. The front air deflector allows air to that no dirt can get under it and Bitumen/rubber materials could...
  • Page 176 Vehicle care Caution Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery. The same applies to clothing with sharp-edged objects, like zips or belts or studded jeans. Plastic and rubber parts Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with the same cleaner as used to clean the body.

  • Page 177: Service And Maintenance

    Service and maintenance Service and General information Make sure that the Service and Warranty Booklet is completed maintenance correctly as continuous proof of Service information service is essential if any warranty or In order to ensure economical and goodwill claims are to be met, and is safe vehicle operation and to also a benefit when selling the General information ....

  • Page 178: Recommended Fluids

    Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, aging control, whereas viscosity Select the appropriate engine oil grade gives information on the oil's based on its quality and on the lubricants and parts thickness over a temperature range. minimum ambient temperature 3 179. Dexos is the newest engine oil quality Recommended fluids and that provides optimum protection for...
  • Page 179 Service and maintenance Coolant and antifreeze Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water Use only silicate-free long life coolant absorption. (LLC) antifreeze approved for the vehicle, consult a workshop. Ensure brake fluid does not become contaminated.

  • Page 180: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Engine identification The eighth character in the VIN is the Vehicle Identification engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and Number Vehicle identification ....179 replacement parts. Vehicle data ....... 180 Service Parts identification label The label is inside the right rear cargo storage door and has the following...

  • Page 181: Vehicle Data

    Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 –...
  • Page 182 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔...
  • Page 183 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔...

  • Page 184: Engine Data

    Technical data Engine data Engine A14XFL Petrol Electric motor Number of cylinders 1398 Piston displacement [cm Power (Engine/Electric motor) [kW] at rpm 4800 5000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 4250 250-2800 Fuel type Petrol Octane rating RON recommended possible...

  • Page 185: Vehicle Weight

    Technical data Performance A14XFL Petrol Electric motor Maximum speed [mph] 100 mph Vehicle weight Kerb weight [kg] 1735 Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 4498 Width [mm] 1787 Height (unladen) [mm] 1439 Wheelbase [mm] 2685 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.

  • Page 186: Tyre Pressures

    Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A14XFL including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Petrol, nominal capacity [l] 35,2 Tyre pressures Tyres Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front...

  • Page 187: Customer Information

    Service network assist you. Customer information ....186 Alternatively our My Ampera helpline Open source information can provide additional support in Vehicle data recording and This vehicle contains open source coordinating roadside assistance or privacy ........

  • Page 188: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy

    ■ Slovakia: and access to the vehicle is required. 800 116 981 Some diagnostic data is electronically fed into Vauxhall global systems ■ Spain: when the vehicle is serviced in 900 900 428 a workshop, in order to document the...
  • Page 189 RFID technology in owner or, if the vehicle is leased, of organisations for research Vauxhall vehicles does not use or the lessee purposes record personal information or link ■ in response to an official request of...
  • Page 190 Customer information...

  • Page 191: Index

    Index Central locking system ....23 Changing tyre and wheel size . . . 161 Accessories and vehicle Charge cord........ 128 modifications ......135 Charging........125 Airbag and belt tensioners ... 61 Charging status......127 Airbag deactivation ....42, 62 Charging system ......
  • Page 192 Driving economically....101 Hold mode........64 Driving efficiency gauge....58 Horn ........13, 55 First aid kit ........52 Floor console storage....50 Folding ......... 29 Electric adjustment ...... 28 Immobiliser ......28, 65 Front airbag system ..... 40 Electrical parking brake....63 Instrument cluster display.....
  • Page 193 Side turn signal lights ....144 Speedometer ....... 57 Maintenance modes....109 Radio Frequency Identification Sport mode ........64 Malfunction indicator light .... 62 (RFID)........188 Starting and stopping the Mirror adjustment ......9 Radio remote control ....20 vehicle........104 Misted light covers .......
  • Page 194 Tyre pressure monitoring system....... 65, 157 Tyre pressures ......185 Tyre repair kit ......162 Tyres .......... 156 Ultrasonic parking assist..... 120 Using this manual ......3 Vehicle dimensions ....184 Vehicle Identification Number ..179 Vehicle messages ....... 81 Vehicle personalisation ....

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