Opel 2011 Zafira Owner's Manual page 18

18 In brief
Starting engine with Start/Stop
button
The electronic key must be inside the
vehicle.
■ Operate clutch and brake,
automatic transmission in P or N
■ Do not operate the accelerator
pedal
■ Diesel engine, press the button
briefly to start preheating, move the
steering wheel slightly to release
the steering wheel lock, wait until
control indicator ! goes out
■ Press button for 1 second and
release when the engine is running.
Open&Start system 3 29.
Parking
■ Always apply the parking brake
without pressing the release button.
Apply as firmly as possible on
a downhill slope or uphill slope.
Depress the foot brake at the same
time to reduce operating force.
■ Switch off the engine. Turn the
ignition key to 0 and remove it or,
with the vehicle stationary, press
the Start/Stop button and open the
driver's door. Turn the steering
wheel until the steering wheel lock
is felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only be
removed when the selector lever is
in the P position. If P is not engaged
or the parking brake is not applied,
"P" flashes for a few seconds in the
transmission display.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear or set
the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
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