Page 1 OPEL CORSA Owner's Manual...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 22 Seats, restraints ......36 Storage ........58 Instruments and controls ..... 76 Lighting ........110 Climate control ......120 Driving and operating ....130 Vehicle care ....... 178 Service and maintenance ..
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Introduction...
Page 5: Using This Manual
"Service and prices. Experienced mechanics ■ The Owner's Manual uses the maintenance" and "Technical data" trained by Opel work according to factory engine designations. The as well as on the identification plate. specific Opel instructions. corresponding sales designations...
Page 6 Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Adam Opel AG...
Page 7 Introduction...
Page 8: In Brief
In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Initial drive information To open the tailgate, push the touchpad switch below the brand Press button c to unlock the doors emblem. and load compartment. Open the Radio remote control 3 23, Central doors by pulling the handles. locking system 3 24, Load compartment 3 27.
Page 9: Seat Adjustment
In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat positioning Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Lever pumping motion Do not lean on backrest while = seat higher adjusting. Pull handle, slide seat, release down = seat lower handle. Seat position 3 37, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 37, Seat adjustment 3 38, Seat folding 3 39.
Page 10: Head Restraint Adjustment
In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Mirror adjustment Interior mirror Manual anti-dazzle Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be twisted and must fit close against the Head restraints 3 36.
Page 11: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In brief Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. Select the relevant exterior mirror with Unlock the lever, adjust the steering Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror the rocker switch and adjust the wheel, then engage the lever and 3 31.
Page 12 In brief Instrument panel overview...
Page 13 In brief Power windows ..... 32 Eco button for stop-start 21 Selector lever, system ......... 133 transmission ....... 141 Exterior mirrors ..... 30 Parking assist ..... 155 22 Parking brake ...... 146 Cruise control ..... 149 Seat heating ......40 23 Ignition switch with Speed limiter ......
Page 14 In brief...
Page 15 In brief Power windows ..... 32 Eco button for stop-start 20 AUX input, USB input ... 10 system ......... 133 Exterior mirrors ..... 30 21 Selector lever, Parking assist ..... 155 transmission ....... 141 Cruise control ..... 149 Seat heating ......40 22 Parking brake ......
Page 16: Exterior Lighting
In brief Exterior lighting Light switch with automatic light Headlight flash, high beam and control low beam Light switch AUTO = automatic light control: headlight flash = pull lever Turn light switch: exterior lighting is switched high beam = push lever on and off automatically low beam = push or pull lever...
Page 17 In brief Horn Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. lever up = right turn signal Press j. lever down = left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 114. Turn and lane-change signals 3 114, Parking lights 3 115.
Page 18: Washer And Wiper Systems
In brief Washer and wiper systems Windscreen washer Rear window wiper Windscreen wiper Pull lever. Press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: Windscreen washer system 3 78, = fast Washer fluid 3 183, Wiper blade upper switch = continuous LO = slow replacement 3 185.
Page 19: Climate Control
In brief Climate control Rear window washer Demisting and defrosting the windows Heated rear window Push lever. ■ Set air distribution control to l. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear The heating is operated by pressing window and the wiper wipes a few ■...
Page 20 In brief Transmission Automatic transmission Manual transmission automated Manual transmission R = reverse. Engage only when P = park vehicle is stationary R = reverse N = neutral Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, N = neutral D = automatic mode depress clutch pedal and press the D = drive M = manual mode...
Page 21: Starting Off
In brief Starting off Starting the engine ■ Diesel engines: turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait until control indicator ! Check before starting off extinguishes. ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 201, ■ Turn key to position 3 and release. 3 240.
Page 22 In brief Parking Stop-start system If the vehicle is at a standstill with depressed brake pedal, Autostop is activated automatically, indicated by 9 Warning the control indicator D. Release the brake pedal or move ■ Do not park the vehicle on an selector lever out of D to restart the easily ignitable surface.
Page 23 In brief P before removing the ignition Caution key. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads, ■ Close the windows and the operate the engine briefly at a low sunroof.
Page 24: Keys, Doors And Windows
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 Keys, locks ........22 Car Pass or on a detachable tag. Doors ........... 27 The key number must be quoted Vehicle security ......
Page 25: Radio Remote Control
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: ■ The range is exceeded. ■ The battery voltage is too low. Batteries do not belong in household ■...
Page 26: Central Locking System
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Vehicle personalisation 3 105. Unlocking synchronisation Central locking system After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in the driver's door Unlocks and locks doors, load lock. The radio remote control will be compartment and fuel filler flap.
Page 27 Keys, doors and windows Memorised settings 3 24. activated or deactivated in the Info- Display. Vehicle personalisation Unlocking and opening the tailgate 3 105. 3 27. Fault in radio remote control Locking system Close doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. Unlocking Press the e button to lock.
Page 28: Automatic Locking
Keys, doors and windows Automatic locking Locking Manually lock the driver's door by This security feature can be turning the key in the lock. configured to automatically lock doors, load compartment and fuel Fault in central locking system filler flap as soon as a certain speed is exceeded.
Page 29: Doors
Keys, doors and windows Doors Closing gases, which cannot be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle. Load compartment This can cause unconsciousness and even death. Tailgate Caution Opening Before opening the tailgate, check overhead obstructions, e.g. a garage door, to avoid damage to the tailgate.
Page 30: Vehicle Security
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Activating Activation ■ Self-activated 30 seconds after Anti-theft locking system locking the vehicle by pressing e once. ■ Directly by pressing e twice within 9 Warning five seconds. Do not use the system if there are Status LED people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the...
Page 31 Keys, doors and windows Status during the first 30 seconds of Alarm The immobiliser is activated anti-theft alarm system activation: automatically after the key has been When triggered, the alarm horn removed from the ignition switch. sounds and the hazard warning lights LED illuminates = test, arming delay flash simultaneously.
Page 32: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors Heated mirrors Rocker switch in center position: no mirror is selected to be adjusted. Convex shape Folding mirrors The convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind For pedestrian safety, the exterior spots.
Page 33: Interior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Windows Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Windscreen Windscreen stickers Do not attach stickers, e.g. toll road stickers or similar, on the windscreen in the area of the interior mirror. Otherwise the detection zone of the sensor in the mirror housing could be restricted.
Page 34: Power Windows
Keys, doors and windows Power windows Operate the switch in the door trim for Override safety function the respective window by pushing to In the event of closing difficulties due open or pulling to close. to frost or the like, switch on the 9 Warning ignition, then pull the switch several Open...
Page 35: Heated Rear Window
Keys, doors and windows Heated rear window Heated windscreen Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent dazzling. The integral mirrors should be closed when driving. A ticket holder is located on the backside of the sun visor.
Page 36: Roof
Keys, doors and windows Roof Close Hold switch d depressed from any Sunroof position until sunroof is closed completely. Releasing the switch stops movement in any position. 9 Warning Caution Take care when operating the sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly When using a roof rack, check the to children.
Page 37 Keys, doors and windows Overload If the system is overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut-off for a short time. The system is protected by fuses in the fuse box 3 194. Initialising the sun roof If the sunroof cannot be operated, activate the electronics as follows: with ignition on close the sunroof and hold d depressed for at least...
Page 38: Seats, Restraints
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Front head restraints, height Position adjustment Head restraints ......36 9 Warning Front seats ........37 Seat belts ........40 Only drive with the head restraint Airbag system ......43 set to the proper position. Child restraints ......
Page 39: Front Seats
Seats, restraints Front seats Rear head restraints, height adjustment Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. Press both catches, pull the head restraint upwards and remove. Place the head restraint in a net bag Pull the head restraint upwards and and secure the underside of the bag let engage.
Page 40 Seats, restraints Seat adjustment ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Seat positioning 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 41: Seat Folding
Seats, restraints Seat folding Seat backrests Seat height Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Lever pumping motion Pull release lever towards the front Do not lean on backrest while and fold backrest forwards. Then = seat higher adjusting. slide seat forwards to the stop. down = seat lower To restore, slide the seat backwards to the stop.
Page 42: Seat Belts
Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat heating is operational when Caution engine is running. During an Autostop seat heating is When seat height is in the highest also operational. position, push head restraints Stop-start system 3 133. down and fold up sun visors before folding backrest forwards.
Page 43: Three-Point Seat Belt
Seats, restraints Seat belts are designed to be used by Belt force limiters pretensioners. Do not make any only one person at a time. Child modifications to belt pretensioner On the front seats and the rear restraint system 3 50. components as this will invalidate outboard seats, stress on the body is the vehicle type approval.
Page 44: Height Adjustment
Seats, restraints Height adjustment Loose or bulky clothing prevents the Adjust the height so that the belt lies belt from fitting snugly. Do not place across the shoulder. It must not lie 1. pull belt out slightly objects such as handbags or mobile across the throat or upper arm.
Page 45: Airbag System
Seats, restraints Airbag system Removing Using the seat belt while pregnant The airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered, the airbags inflate within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision.
Page 46 Seats, restraints Each airbag is triggered only once. Child restraint systems on front FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège Have deployed airbags replaced by d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un passenger seat with airbag a workshop. Furthermore, it may be siège protégé...
Page 47 Seats, restraints DA: Brug ALDRIG en bagudvendt mesmo, poderá ocorrer a PERDA DE korunmakta olan bir koltukta autostol på et forsæde med AKTIV VIDA ou FERIMENTOS GRAVES na kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR AIRBAG, BARNET kan komme i CRIANÇA. veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE LIVSFARE eller komme ALVORLIGT YARALANABİLİR.
Page 48: Front Airbag System
Seats, restraints BLAZINO, saj pri tem obstaja acest lucru poate duce la DECESUL ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole nevarnost RESNIH ali SMRTNIH sau VĂTĂMAREA GRAVĂ a suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille POŠKODB za OTROKA. COPILULUI. ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA kaitstud iste, sest see võib SR: NIKADA ne koristiti bezbednosni CS: NIKDY nepoužívejte dětský...
Page 49: Side Airbag System
Seats, restraints Side airbag system The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head of the front seat occupants considerably. 9 Warning Optimum protection is only provided when the seat is in the proper position.
Page 50: Airbag Deactivation
Seats, restraints Curtain airbag system 9 Warning The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each Keep the area in which the airbag side. The location is identified by the inflates clear of obstructions. word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The hooks on the handles in the roof frame are only suitable for The curtain airbag system is triggered...
Page 51 Seats, restraints If the control indicator V illuminates 9 Danger for approx. 60 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the front Deactivate passenger airbag only passenger airbag system will inflate in combination with the use of a in the event of a collision. child restraint system, subject to If both control indicators are the instructions and restrictions in...
Page 52: Child Restraints
The rear seats are the most When the child restraint system is not convenient location to fasten a child OPEL Duo, for children from 13 kg in use, secure the seat with a seat belt restraint system. to 18 kg in this group or remove it from the vehicle.
Page 53 Seats, restraints Note Do not affix anything on the child restraint systems and do not cover them with any other materials. A child restraint system which has been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced.
Page 54: Child Restraint Installation Locations
Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fastening a child restraint system with a three-point seat belt On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx.
Page 55 Seats, restraints = move seat height adjustment upwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side = move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards as far as necessary = adjust the respective backrest to the rearmost position 3 69, adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove if required 3 36 Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system...
Page 56 = suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the "specific-vehicle", "restricted" or "semi-universal" categories. (ISOFIX/Top-tether fastening points optional for the front passenger seat but not available for Corsa OPC). The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type (refer to the vehicle type list of the child...
Page 57 Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 = forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg B – ISO/F2 = forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg B1 –...
Page 58: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes
Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes ISOFIX mounting brackets on the rear seats are indicated by the systems In addition to the ISOFIX mounting, ISOFIX logo on the backrest. fasten the Top-tether strap to the Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX Open the flaps of the guides before Top-tether fastening eyes.
Page 59 Seats, restraints Top-tether fastening eye on front passenger seat An additional fastening point is located on the passenger seat rail in the rear foot well.
Page 60: Storage
Storage Storage Storage compartments Pull lever to open the glovebox cover. The glovebox features a coin holder and an adapter for the locking wheel 9 Warning bolts. Storage compartments ....58 The glovebox should be closed whilst Do not store heavy or sharp Load compartment .......
Page 61: Front Storage
Storage A movable rubber strap is located in the storage compartment in front of the gear selector lever. Pull out the strap to fix a cup or ashtray. Front storage Additional bottleholders are located in the rear side panels. Flexible cupholder strap Storage compartments are located below the light switch, in the centre console, in the door pockets and in...
Page 62: Underseat Storage
Storage Underseat storage Rear carrier system If not in use, the carrier system can be slid back into the vehicle floor. There must not be any objects on the bicycles that could become loose during transportation. Caution Do not attach bicycles with carbon pedal cranks to bicycle carriers.
Page 63 Storage Completely pull out the rear carrier Install the tail lamps system until you hear it engage. Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without pulling the release lever again. 9 Warning It is only permissible to fit objects to the rear carrier system if the system has been correctly engaged.
Page 64 Storage Open out the lamp support on the Lock the rear carrier system back of the tail lamp completely until it engages. Check the cable and lamp position to make sure these are correctly Swivel the left clamping lever (1) first, installed and are securely located.
Page 65 Storage Unfold pedal crank recesses Adapting the rear carrier system to a bicycle Remove the pedal crank mounts from the pedal crank recesses. Fold one or both pedal crank recesses upwards until the diagonal Press the release lever and withdraw support engages.
Page 66 Storage Prepare the bicycle for Attaching a bicycle to the rear attachment carrier system Push the release lever on the strap retainer and remove the strap retainer. Note With the rotary lever on the pedal The maximum width for the pedal crank recess, roughly adapt the crank is 38.3 mm and the maximum adjustable pedal crank unit to the...
Page 67 Storage Put on the bicycle. The pedal crank here must be placed in the pedal crank recess opening as shown in the illustration. Caution Make sure that the pedal does not touch the surface of the rear end carrier. Otherwise the crankset might be damaged during the transport.
Page 68 Storage Place the wheel recesses so that the bicycle is roughly horizontal. Here, the distance between the pedals and the tailgate should be at least 5 cm. Both bicycle tyres must be in the wheel recesses. Caution Make sure to pull out the wheel recesses as far as necessary to have both bicycle tyres placed in the recesses.
Page 69 Storage The settings for the wheel recesses Hold on to the bicycle, loosen the and on the rotary lever on the pedal attachment screw for the pedal crank recess should be noted and bearing mount, then lift the pedal saved for each bicycle. Correct bearing mount to remove it.
Page 70 Storage Press release lever and slide in wheel Push the clamping lever down and recesses all the way as far as they will pull both lamp supports out of the recesses. Swivel first the right clamping lever (1) forwards, followed by the left clamping lever (2), until they can be engaged in their respective recesses.
Page 71: Load Compartment
Storage Load compartment Pull the release handle on both sides, pull the backrest forwards to the vertical position and engage. Load compartment extension When unlocking, a red marking The rear backrest can be locked in appears next to the release lever. The two positions.
Page 72 Storage Guide the seat belts through side If the vehicle is to be loaded via a rear 9 Warning supports to protect them against door, take the seat belt out of the seat damage. When folding the backrest, backrest guide and insert the latch Only drive the vehicle when the pull the seat belts along with it.
Page 73: Load Compartment Cover
Storage Load compartment cover Fitting In models with a tyre repair kit on the right side in the load compartment, Engage cover in side guides and fold Do not place any objects on the cover. the spare wheel recess may be used downwards.
Page 74: Warning Triangle
Storage Warning triangle To insert, push the load-bay floor Otherwise, vehicle occupants forwards in the corresponding guide, could be injured by objects being then lower. thrown around in the event of hard If mounted in the upper position, the braking, a sudden change in space between the load-bay floor and direction or an accident.
Page 75: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof rack system First aid kit Fitting on model with sun roof Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. For further information contact your workshop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use.
Page 76: Loading Information
Storage Loading information ■ Secure loose objects in the load 9 Warning compartment to prevent them from sliding. Always make sure that the load in ■ When transporting objects in the the vehicle is securely stowed. load compartment, the backrests of Otherwise objects can be thrown the rear seats must not be angled around inside the vehicle and...
Page 77 Storage the vehicle's higher centre of gravity. Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h. The permissible roof load is 75 kg.
Page 78: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........76 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........... 84 Information displays ..... 95 Vehicle messages ...... 102 Vehicle personalisation ....105 Cruise control, Speed limiter, Forward collision alert setting, Infotainment system and a connected Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,...
Page 79: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Horn The highlighted grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker Activate heating by pressing * Press j. and to a higher temperature than the button. Activation is indicated by the other areas. LED in the button.
Page 80: Windscreen Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Switch off in car washes. Automatic wiping with rain sensor Adjustable wiper interval Windscreen wiper INT = automatic wiping with rain sensor Wiper lever in position INT. = fast The rain sensor detects the amount of Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the LO = slow water on the windscreen and...
Page 81: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed sensor onto the windscreen and the wiper wipes a few times. Rear window wiper/washer Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Windscreen washer sensitivity: low sensitivity...
Page 82: Outside Temperature
Instruments and controls Outside temperature A drop in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. Temperatures below 3 °C flash on the display. Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed Illustration shows Colour-Info- onto the rear window and the wiper Display.
Page 83: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, Note Set date a warning message is displayed in the For a detailed description of menu Driver Information Centre. operation, refer to the Infotainment system manual. 9 Warning Set time The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above...
Page 84 Instruments and controls Set date format Set time and date To switch between the available options, repeatedly press the MENU-TUNE knob. RDS clock synchronization The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal.
Page 85: Power Outlets
Instruments and controls Power outlets Ashtrays Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Caution Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs. To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish. Stop-start system 3 133. Cigarette lighter A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the centre console.
Page 86: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indi- Cators
Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Odometer Baselevel and Midlevel display and indicators Instrument cluster The needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on. Speedometer To reset, press the SET/CLR button The bottom line displays the recorded on the turn signal lever for a few distance in km.
Page 87: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls Tachometer Fuel gauge Uplevel display Two trip odometer are selectable for Displays the engine speed. Number of LEDs displays the fuel different trips. level in the tank. Drive in a low engine speed range for Select page Trip by pressing Menu each gear as much as possible.
Page 88: Temperature Gauge
Instruments and controls Engine coolant Caution temperature gauge If engine coolant temperature is too high, stop vehicle, switch off engine. Danger to engine. Check coolant level. Service display The engine oil life system lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter.
Page 89: Control Indicators
Instruments and controls Control indicators The remaining engine oil life duration is displayed in percent in the Driver The control indicators described are Information Centre. not present in all vehicles. The Reset description applies to all instrument versions. Depending on the Press the SET/CLR button on turn equipment, the position of the control signal lever for several seconds to...
Page 90 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
Page 91: Seat Belt Reminder
Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 186, Fuses Illuminates 3 194. After the ignition has been switched console on, until the seat belt has been Turn signals 3 114. fastened. Seat belt reminder Flashes After having started the engine for a Seat belt reminder on front maximum of 100 seconds, until the seats...
Page 92: Charging System
Instruments and controls Illuminates Risk of fatal injury for an adult 9 Warning After having started the engine for a person with deactivated front minimum of 35 seconds, until the seat passenger airbag. Have the cause of the fault belt has been fastened. remedied immediately by a If an unfastened seat belt is fastened Charging system...
Page 93: Antilock Brake System
Instruments and controls Antilock brake system Illuminates when the engine is The brake and clutch fluid level is too low 3 183. running (ABS) Fault in the emission control system. 9 Warning u illuminates yellow. The permitted emission limits may be Illuminates for a few seconds after the exceeded.
Page 94: Ultrasonic Parking Assist
Instruments and controls Illuminates with power steering Flashes yellow Flashes reduced System recognises an unintended The system is actively engaged. lane change. Engine output may be reduced and Power steering is reduced due to the vehicle may be braked overheating of the system. Control Lane departure warning 3 169 automatically to a small degree.
Page 95: Diesel Particle Filter
Instruments and controls Diesel particle filter Illuminates Illuminates when the engine is running Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately % illuminates or flashes yellow. and check tyre pressure. The diesel particle filter requires Caution Flashes cleaning. Fault in system or tyre without Continue driving until % Engine lubrication may be pressure sensor mounted (e.g.
Page 96: Fog Light
Instruments and controls Reduced engine power The high beam assist is activated Do not remove key until vehicle is 3 113. stationary, otherwise the steering # illuminates yellow. wheel lock could engage The engine power is limited. Consult Fog light unexpectedly.
Page 97: Information Displays
Instruments and controls Information displays A vehicle ahead is detected in the ■ tyre pressure warning 3 202 same lane. ■ seat belt reminder indication 3 89 Driver Information Centre Forward collision alert 3 152. ■ autostop indication 3 133 The Driver Information Centre (DIC) ■...
Page 98 Instruments and controls ■ language setting, if no Infotainment Selectable menu pages of Midlevel The menu pages of the Uplevel system available display are: display are selected by pressing the MENU button on the turn signal lever. ■ clock, if no Infotainment system ■...
Page 99 Instruments and controls Trip Menu Selection and indication is different between Base-, Midlevel- and Press the MENU button to select the Uplevel-Display. Trip Information page. Turn the adjuster wheel to select a Trip odometer 1 and 2 subpage. Trip odometer displays the current The following list contains all possible distance since a certain reset.
Page 100 Instruments and controls Simultaneously trip odometer 1 and 2 Instantaneous fuel economy Blank page is indicated together with average fuel Display of the instantaneous Shows a blank page without any economy 1 and 2. consumption. information. The information of trip page 1 and 2 Vehicle Menu Average vehicle speed can be reset separately while the...
Page 101 Instruments and controls Unit If the selected speed limit is Traffic sign assistant exceeded, a warning chime sounds. Press SET/CLR while page is Displays the detected traffic signs for Once the speed is set, this feature displayed. Select imperial (unit 1) or the current route section 3 166.
Page 102: Colour-Info-Display
Instruments and controls Filled segments display the During sporadic driving conditions, The Colour-Info-Display with Touch- consumption in 5 km steps and shows the engine will activate the heated Screen functionality indicates in the effect of topography or driving rear window automatically to increase colour: behaviour on fuel consumption.
Page 103: Graphic-Info-Display
Instruments and controls Selecting menus and settings To exit the Settings menu, press ■ date 3 81 display button q in steps or press Menus and settings are selected via ■ electronic climate control settings button ; after confirming the the touch screen display.
Page 104: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Press button BACK to exit a menu or Vehicle messages on Base- and setting without changing or delete the Midlevel-Display last character in a character Messages are indicated mainly in the sequence. Press the button for a few Driver Information Centre (DIC), in seconds to delete the entire entry.
Page 105 Instruments and controls No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message Turn steering wheel, start 27 Right front turn signal failure 56 Tyre pressure imbalance on engine again front axle 28 Right rear turn signal failure 12 Vehicle overloaded 57 Tyre pressure imbalance on 29 Check trailer brake light rear axle...
Page 106: Warning Chimes
Instruments and controls The system displays messages Vehicle messages on No. Vehicle message regarding the following topics: Colour-Info-Display 82 Change engine oil soon ■ service messages Some important messages appear additionally in the 84 Engine power reduced ■ fluid levels Colour-Info-Display.
Page 107: Vehicle Personalisation
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation ■ If a warning message appears in Base- and Midlevel-Display the Driver Information Centre or When the vehicle battery voltage is Info-Display. running low, a warning code 174 will The vehicle's behaviour can be ■ If the parking assist detects an appear in the Driver Information personalised by changing the settings object.
Page 108 Instruments and controls In the corresponding submenus, the vehicle start is either always ON or following settings can be changed: always OFF. Auto rear demist: Activates Languages automatically rear heated window. Selection of the desired language. ■ Comfort settings Time Date Chime volume: Changes the See Clock 3 81.
Page 109 Instruments and controls Activates or deactivates the entry Passive door unlock: Changes the lighting. configuration to unlock only the driver's door or the whole vehicle Duration upon exit of vehicle: whilst unlocking. Activates or deactivates and Auto relock doors: Activates or changes the duration of exit deactivates the automatic relock lighting.
Page 110 Instruments and controls Time & date settings Personalization by driver: Activates or deactivates the personalisation See Clock 3 81. function. Radio settings Auto wipe in reverse gear: See Infotainment system manual for Activates or deactivates automatic further information. switching on of the rear window wiper when reverse gear is Connection settings engaged.
Page 111 Instruments and controls Unlocked door anti lock out: Language Activates or deactivates the door Selection of the desired language. locking function while a door is Text scroll open. See Infotainment system manual for Delayed door lock: Activates or further information. deactivates the delayed door locking function.
Page 112: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......110 Interior lighting ......116 Lighting features ......118 Turn light switch: AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: headlights are switched on 7 = lights off and off automatically 8 = sidelights depending on external...
Page 113: Automatic Light Control
Lighting High beam The current status of the automatic When the automatic light control light control is displayed In the Driver function is switched on and the Information Centre. engine is running, the system switches between daytime running When switching on the ignition, light and headlights automatically automatic light control is active.
Page 114: Daytime Running Lights
Lighting Headlight range Headlights when driving Turn both adjuster elements on each headlight housing turn with a size adjustment abroad six hexagon key anticlockwise to set The asymmetrical headlight beam right hand traffic mode. Therefore Manual headlight range extends visibility at the edge of the insert the key in the guidance as adjustment road at the passenger side.
Page 115: Xenon Lighting System
Lighting Xenon lighting system It switches automatically to low beam The high beam assist is activated by when: pushing the indicator lever twice at a Xenon lighting system includes speed above 40 km/h. ■ The camera in the windscreen ■ xenon headlights for low and high detects the lights of oncoming or The green control indicator l beam...
Page 116: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard warning flashers Turn and lane-change Corner lighting signals On tight bends or when turning off, depending on the steering angle or the indicator light signal, an additional left or right reflector is switched on which illuminates the road in the direction of travel.
Page 117: Rear Fog Lights
Lighting Rear fog lights Parking lights With a trailer connected, turn signal flashes six times when pressing the lever until resistance is felt and then releasing. Move the lever to the resistance point and hold for longer indication. Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original position.
Page 118: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior lighting Reversing lights Turn thumb wheel A and hold until the desired brightness is obtained. The reversing light comes on when Instrument panel On vehicles with automatic light the ignition is on and reverse gear is control, the brightness can only be illumination control selected.
Page 119 Lighting Operate rocker switch: Switching on ignition will turn off Operate rocker switches: courtesy light. centre = automatic switching on centre position = automatic position w when opening a door. When exterior lighting has been on switching on when Turns off with delay before, courtesy light will turn on opening a door.
Page 120: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting features Reading lights The following lights will additionally switch on when the driver's door is opened: Entry lighting ■ all switches Welcome lighting ■ Driver Information Centre The following lights are switched on for a short time by unlocking the Exit lighting vehicle with the radio remote control: The following lights switch on if the...
Page 121: Battery Discharge Protection
Lighting Activating Activation, deactivation and duration In the second stage, a message of this function can be changed in the which confirms the activation of the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation vehicle battery discharge protection 3 105. will be displayed in the Driver Information Centre.
Page 122: Climate Control
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Temperature red = warm Heating and ventilation blue = cold system Heating will not be fully effective until Climate control systems ..... 120 the engine has reached normal Air vents ........128 operating temperature. Maintenance ......
Page 123: Air Conditioning System
Climate control Air conditioning system Demisting and defrosting the Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal windows operating temperature. Fan speed Adjust the air flow by switching the fan to the desired speed. Air distribution M = to head area L = to head area and foot well K = to foot well...
Page 124 Climate control Cooling n If no cooling or drying is required, 9 Warning switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. The exchange of fresh air is Activated cooling may inhibit reduced in air recirculation mode. Autostops. In operation without cooling the air Stop-start system 3 133.
Page 125: Electronic Climate Control
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note If air distribution mode l is selected windows l while engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until another air distribution is selected. If air distribution mode l is selected while the engine is in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
Page 126 Climate control Controls for: Climate control settings are shown on ■ Open all air vents to allow the Info-Display. Setting optimised air distribution in ■ Fan speed modifications are briefly popped-up, Automatic mode. ■ Temperature superimposed over the currently ■ Press n to switch on optimal ■...
Page 127 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Setting of automatic rear window heating can be changed in the windows V Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 105. Note If the V button is pressed while the engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until the V button is pressed again.
Page 128 Climate control Manual settings Air distribution Return to Automatic air distribution: press button AUTO. Climate control system settings can be changed by activating the buttons Cooling n and rotary knobs as follows. Changing a setting will deactivate the Automatic mode. Fan speed Z Turn right rotary knob for desired adjustment.
Page 129: Air Recirculation Mode
Climate control the freezing point. Therefore Air recirculation mode 4 The quality of the passenger condensation may form and drip from compartment air deteriorates, under the vehicle. which may cause the vehicle If no cooling or drying is required, occupants to feel drowsy. switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons.
Page 130: Air Vents
Climate control Air vents Maintenance Adjustable air vents Air intake At least one air vent must be open while the cooling is on. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. 9 Warning The air intake in front of the Do not attach any objects to the windscreen in the engine slats of the air vents.
Page 131: Air Conditioning Regular
Climate control Air conditioning regular operation In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when the outside temperature is too low.
Page 132: Driving And Operating
Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Driving downhill Engage a gear when driving downhill Control of the vehicle to ensure that sufficient brake pressure is available. Driving hints ....... 130 Never coast with engine not running Starting and operating ....131 Many systems will not function in this Engine exhaust ......
Page 133: Starting And Operating
Driving and operating Starting and operating Steering wheel lock Remove key from the ignition switch New vehicle running-in and turn steering wheel until it engages. Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys. Retained power off During the first drive, smoke may occur because of wax and oil The following electronic systems can evaporating off the exhaust system.
Page 134: Starting The Engine
Driving and operating Starting the engine Turn key briefly to position 3 and Required is an engine oil with the release: an automatic procedure correct viscosity, the correct fuel, operates the starter after a brief performed services and a sufficiently delay, until the engine is running.
Page 135: System
Driving and operating Turbo engine warm-up On vehicles with manual transmission Deactivate the stop-start system automated the engine is started manually by pressing the eco button. Upon start-up, engine available automatically as soon as the brake The deactivation is indicated when torque may be limited for a short time, pedal is released.
Page 136 Driving and operating Indication ■ The engine exhaust temperature is Vehicle battery discharge protection not too high, e.g. after driving with To ensure reliable engine restarts, high engine load. several vehicle battery discharge protection features are implemented ■ The ambient temperature is above as part of the stop-start system.
Page 137 Driving and operating Vehicles with manual transmission ■ The vehicle is driven at least at as possible on a downhill slope automated walking speed. or uphill slope. Depress foot Release the brake pedal or move ■ The climate control system brake at the same time to selector lever out of D to restart the requests an engine start.
Page 138: Engine Exhaust
Driving and operating Engine exhaust Note be removed when the selector In the event of an accident with lever is in position P. airbag deployment, the engine is For vehicles with manual turned off automatically if the vehicle 9 Danger transmission automated, the comes to a standstill within a certain key can only be removed from...
Page 139: Catalytic Converter
Driving and operating Catalytic converter take up to 25 minutes. Typically it % flashes when diesel particle filter needs between seven and has reached the maximum filling The catalytic converter reduces the 12 minutes. Autostop is not available level. Start cleaning process amount of harmful substances in the and fuel consumption may be higher immediately to avoid damage to the...
Page 140: Automatic Transmission
Driving and operating Automatic transmission In automatic mode the driving P = park position, wheels are locked, programme is indicated by D in the engage only when the vehicle is Driver Information Centre. stationary and the parking brake The automatic transmission permits is applied In manual mode M and the number of automatic gearshifting (automatic...
Page 141: Manual Mode
Driving and operating Without brake pedal applied, the Rocking the vehicle Move selector lever in position M. control indicator j illuminates. Rocking the vehicle is only Press < on the selector lever to shift permissible if the vehicle is stuck in If the selector lever is not in P when a higher gear.
Page 142 Driving and operating Electronic driving Fault If the vehicle battery is discharged, start the vehicle using jump leads programmes In the event of a fault, g illuminates. 3 218. Additionally a code number or a ■ Following a cold start, the operating If the vehicle battery is not the cause vehicle message is displayed in the temperature programme increases...
Page 143: Manual Transmission
Driving and operating Manual transmission Caution It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever. Gear shift indication 3 91 3. Push down the release lever and move the selector lever out of P or N.
Page 144: Manual Transmission Automated
Driving and operating Manual transmission Transmission display transmission display of the Driver Information Centre and the engine automated cannot be started. When the foot brake is depressed and The automated manual transmission the shifter is not in N, the transmission permits manual gearshifting (manual automatically shifts to N upon start.
Page 145 Driving and operating An Autostop is indicated by the Always move the selector lever in the If neither the accelerator nor the Control indicator D. appropriate direction as far as it will brake pedal are depressed, no gear go. Upon release, it automatically is engaged and D or R flashes for a Autostart returns to the centre position.
Page 146 Driving and operating Rocking the vehicle Tyre pressure monitoring If engine speed is too high, the transmission only switches to a higher system Rocking the vehicle is only gear via kickdown. permissible if the vehicle is stuck in To start the sensor matching process sand, mud or snow.
Page 147: Brakes
Driving and operating Brakes Kickdown ABS starts to regulate brake pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency If the accelerator pedal is pressed to lock. The vehicle remains down completely in automatic mode, The brake system comprises two steerable, even during hard braking.
Page 148: Parking Brake
Driving and operating Parking brake Fault To reduce the operating forces of the parking brake, depress the Manual parking brake 9 Warning foot brake at the same time. If there is a fault in the ABS, the Control indicator R 3 91. wheels may be liable to lock due to braking that is heavier than Brake assist...
Page 149: Ride Control Systems
Driving and operating Ride control systems soon as the vehicle begins to When TC operates b flashes. accelerate or the two seconds holding time is over. 9 Warning Traction Control system The hill start assist is not active during The Traction Control system (TC) is a Do not let this special safety an Autostop.
Page 150: City Mode
Driving and operating spinning. ESC operates in Activation 9 Warning combination with the Traction Control system (TC). Do not let this special safety As soon as the vehicle starts to feature tempt you into taking risks swerve (understeer/oversteer), when driving. engine output is reduced and the Adapt speed to the road wheels are braked individually.
Page 151: Cruise Control
Driving and operating Driver assistance Stop-start system 3 133. In the event of a fault in the system, control indicator c illuminates and a systems Deactivation message is displayed in the Driver Press button B; LED in the button Information Centre. extinguishes and a message pops-up Vehicle messages 3 102.
Page 152 Driving and operating For safety reasons, the cruise control Switching on Increase speed cannot be activated until the foot With cruise control active, hold thumb brake has been operated once. wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn Activating in first gear is not possible. to RES/+ repeatedly: speed increases continuously or in small increments.
Page 153: Speed Limiter
Driving and operating Deactivation Switching off Activation Press button y, control indicator m in Press button m, control indicator m in instrument cluster extinguishes. The instrument cluster illuminates white. stored speed is deleted. Cruise control is deactivated. Last used set speed is stored in memory Pressing button L for activating for later speed resume.
Page 154: Forward Collision Alert
Driving and operating Forward collision alert maximum speed. Speed limit is Deactivation displayed in the Driver Information Press button y: speed limiter is The forward collision alert can help to Centre. deactivated and the vehicle can be avoid or reduce the harm caused by driven without speed limit.
Page 155 Driving and operating Activation Forward collision alert operates automatically above 40 km/h, if it is not deactivated by button V, see below. Selecting the alert sensitivity The alert sensitivity can be set to near, medium or far. Simultaneously a warning chime Alerting the driver sounds.
Page 156: Following Distance
Driving and operating the windscreen is used to detect the The complete attention of the distance of a vehicle directly ahead in driver is always required while the vehicle's path. It is active at driving. He shall always be ready speeds above 40 km/h.
Page 157: Parking Assist
Driving and operating If there is no vehicle ahead or the sounds becomes shorter as the vehicle ahead is out of range, two vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. dashes will be displayed: -.- s. When the distance is less than approx.
Page 158 Driving and operating Deactivation Control indicator r illuminates in the instrument cluster 3 92 or a message is indicated in the Driver Information Centre. Front-rear parking assist 9 Warning The driver bears full responsibility for the parking manoeuvre. Always check the surrounding area when driving backwards or The system has four ultrasonic forwards while using parking...
Page 159 Driving and operating Vehicles with front-rear parking assist When the system is deactivated, the and advanced parking assist are LED in the button extinguishes and recognisable by button D. Park Assist Off pops-up in the Driver Information Centre. Advanced parking assist, see section below.
Page 160 Driving and operating Advanced parking assist 9 Warning The driver bears full responsibility for accepting the parking slot suggested by the system and the parking manoeuvre. Always check the surrounding area in all directions when using the advanced parking assist. The advanced parking assist The distance to a front and rear The distance to obstacles is shown on...
Page 161 Driving and operating Button logic operates the systems by Activation pressing D as follows: ■ If only front-rear parking assist is active, a brief press deactivates front-rear parking assist. ■ If only front-rear parking assist is active, long press activates advanced parking assist.
Page 162 Driving and operating The system can only be activated at a speed up to 30 km/h and the system searches for a parking slot at a speed up to 30 km/h. The maximum allowed parallel distance between the vehicle and a row of parked cars is 1.8 metres for parallel parking and 2.5 metres for perpendicular parking.
Page 163 Driving and operating When a slot is detected, a visual slots after the Stop message is given. slots on the driver side, switch on turn feedback on the Colour-Info-Display The system calculates the optimal indicator to the driver side for the and an acoustic signal is given.
Page 164 Driving and operating ■ the successful parking indicated by ■ exceeding number of maximum be deactivated. A long press of button a pop-up symbol and a chime gear changes: D will activate the system and eight parking cycles when parallel search for a new parking slot.
Page 165: Side Blind Spot Alert
Driving and operating Advanced parking assist system Note Special conditions apply if there may not respond to changes in the After production, the system are taller vehicles in the vicinity available parking space after requires a calibration. For optimal (e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans, initiating a parking manoeuvre.
Page 166 Driving and operating The system can be activated or ■ vehicles outside the side blind deactivated in the Info-Display, zones which may be rapidly vehicle personalisation 3 105. approaching Deactivation is indicated by a ■ pedestrians, cyclists or animals message in the Driver Information Before changing a lane, always Centre.
Page 167: Rear View Camera
Driving and operating dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy Do not reverse the vehicle by only rainstorms. Cleaning instructions looking at the Info-Display and 3 221. check the surrounding area In the event of a fault in the system or behind and around the vehicle if the system does not work due to before reversing.
Page 168: Traffic Sign Assistant
Driving and operating Traffic sign assistant Deactivation Road signs Beginning and end of: The camera is deactivated when a Functionality certain forward speed is exceeded or ■ motorways if reverse gear is not engaged for The traffic sign assistant system ■...
Page 169 Driving and operating Combinations of multiple signs in the Display indication Alert function display are possible. An exclamation mark in a frame indicates that there is an additional sign detected which cannot be recognised by the system. The system is active up to a speed of Traffic signs are displayed on the Once activated, speed limit and no 200 km/h depending on the lighting...
Page 170 Driving and operating system. Upon successful reset a chime will sound and the following symbol is indicated until the next traffic sign is detected. In some cases traffic sign assistant clears up automatically by the The alert function can be activated or Once setting page is displayed, select system.
Page 171 Driving and operating event, No Traffic Sign Detection Activation The driver assistance systems do due to Weather is indicated on the not relieve the driver from full display. responsibility for vehicle ■ Traffic signs are incorrectly operation. mounted or damaged. Lane departure warning ■...
Page 172: Fuel
Driving and operating Fuel When the system recognises an The system can not operate when no unintended lane change, the control lane marking is detected. indicator ) changes to yellow and Fuel for petrol engines flashes. Simultaneously a chime Only use unleaded fuel that complies sound is activated.
Page 173: Fuel For Diesel Engines
Driving and operating Caution Caution 9 Danger Use of fuel that does not comply to Use of fuel that does not comply to Before refuelling, switch off engine EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or EN 590 or similar can lead to and any external heaters with equivalent can lead to deposits or engine powerloss, increased wear...
Page 174: Fuel Consumption - Co
Fuel consumption - CO Emissions The fuel consumption (combined) of the model Opel Corsa is within a range of 6.0 to 3.2 l/100 km. The CO emission (combined) is The fuel filler flap can only be opened The fuel filler cap can be retained in within a range of 140 to 85 g/km.
Page 175: Trailer Hitch
Driving and operating Trailer hitch No. 715/2007 (in the latest applicable 1000 kg a speed of 80 km/h must not version), taking into consideration the be exceeded; the use of a stabiliser is vehicle weight in running order, as recommended. General information specified by the regulation.
Page 176: Towing Equipment
Driving and operating The permitted trailer loads apply up to especially in the case of heavy Stowage of coupling ball bar the specified incline and up to an trailers. The vertical coupling load The coupling ball bar is stowed in a altitude of 1000 metres above sea should never fall below 25 kg.
Page 177 Driving and operating Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar ■ Place the key in the lock and unlock the coupling ball bar. Disengage and fold down the socket. ■ Push the rotary knob onto the ■...
Page 178 Driving and operating Inserting the coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable Green marking on the rotary knob is visible. Attach breakaway stopping cable to Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Lock coupling ball bar and remove eye. in the opening and push firmly key.
Page 179: Trailer Stability Assist
Driving and operating Push the rotary knob onto the 9 Warning coupling ball bar and rotate right while pressed down until it engages. Pull Towing a trailer is permitted only out the ball bar downwards. when a coupling ball bar is fitted Insert sealing plug in opening for correctly.
Page 180: Vehicle Care
Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Storage for a long period of time Accessories and vehicle If the vehicle is to be stored for several modifications General Information ....178 months: We recommend the use of genuine Vehicle checks ......179 ■...
Page 181: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle care Vehicle checks End-of-life vehicle ■ Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. recovery Performing work ■ Disconnect the clamp from the Information on end-of-life vehicle negative terminal of the vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of battery.
Page 182: Engine Oil
Vehicle care If the bonnet is opened during an 9 Danger Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons. The ignition system and Xenon headlights use extremely high Closing voltage. Do not touch. Before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder.
Page 183 Vehicle care Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, The engine oil level must not exceed insert it to the stop on the handle, pull the MAX mark on the dipstick. out and read the engine oil level. Insert dipstick to the stop on the handle and make half a turn.
Page 184: Engine Coolant
Vehicle care Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low temperatures the factory filled coolant provides frost protection down to approx. -37 °C. Caution Only use approved antifreeze. If the cooling system is cold, the Coolant level 9 Warning coolant level should be above the...
Page 185: Washer Fluid
Vehicle care Washer fluid Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise sounds during braking. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining replaced as soon as possible. Once new brake linings are installed, do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys.
Page 186 Using an AGM vehicle battery the negative terminal of the vehicle Vehicles with stop-start system different from the original Opel battery. Be sure to have the AGM (Absorptive vehicle battery may result in a lower Ensure the ignition is switched off...
Page 187: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle care Diesel fuel system Charging the vehicle battery Meaning of symbols: ■ No sparks, naked flames or bleeding 9 Warning smoking. If the tank has been run dry, the diesel ■ Always shield eyes. Explosive fuel system must be bled. Switch on On vehicles with stop-start gases can cause blindness or the ignition three times for...
Page 188: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle care Bulb replacement Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the raised position. Press the catches on both sides, tilt wiper blade at a 90° to Switch off the ignition and switch off the wiper arm and remove upwards. the relevant switch or close the doors.
Page 189 Vehicle care Low beam 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb High beam holder. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 1. Rotate the cap (2) anticlockwise 1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwise and remove it. and remove it. 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb holder and replace the bulb.
Page 190 Vehicle care 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb Sidelight/daytime running light 2. Press both clips together and holder. Withdraw the bulb holder withdraw the bulb socket from the with bulbs from the reflector. headlamp housing. 1. Rotate bulb socket (1) 3.
Page 191: Xenon Headlights
Vehicle care Sidelight/daytime running light Corner lighting 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. with LEDs Withdraw the bulb holder from the Sidelights and daytime running lights reflector. consist of LEDs which cannot be changed. Consult a workshop in case of a defective LED.
Page 192: Fog Lights
Vehicle care Fog lights Tail lights The bulbs are accessible from the underside of the vehicle. 2. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 1. Release the cover in the load compartment on the respective 3.
Page 193 Vehicle care 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from the recesses and remove. 2. Unscrew both plastic securing 5. Remove and replace the bulb by nuts from the inside by hand. pushing the bulb slightly into the socket and rotating anticlockwise: 4.
Page 194 Vehicle care Reversing light is located on the right 3. Remove the bulb holder by light assembly in the tailgate, and the turning. rear fog light is located on the left light assembly in the tailgate. Right hand drive models Reversing light is located on the left light assembly in the tailgate, and the rear fog light is located on the right...
Page 195: Number Plate Light
Vehicle care Side turn signal lights 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. To replace bulb, remove lamp 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to housing: the left and insert right end. Centre high-mounted brake light Have LEDs replaced by a workshop. Number plate light 2.
Page 196: Electrical System
Vehicle care Electrical system 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. Fuses 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. Data on the replacement fuse must 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let match the data on the defective fuse. engage.
Page 197: Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse There are different kinds of fuses in the vehicle. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top, and withdraw fuse. Depending on the type of fuse, a The fuse box is in the front left of the blown fuse can be recognized by its engine compartment.
Page 198 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit Trailer interface module 16 Chassis control module/Pump Exterior mirror switch 17 Interior mirror Battery sensor 18 Engine control module Chassis control module 19 Fuel pump 20 – Daytime running light left 21 Injection coil –...
Page 199: Fuse Box
Vehicle care No. Circuit Circuit 32 Right headlamp ABS pump 33 Engine control module Front wiper 34 Horn Blower 35 Clutch Instrument panel 36 Front fog lights – Diesel fuel heater Transmission Cooling fan low Cooling fan high Cooling fan Starter After having changed defective fuses close the fuse box cover and press...
Page 200 Vehicle care The fuse box is behind the light switch The fuse box is located behind a in the instrument panel. Hold the cover in the glovebox. Open the handle, then pull and fold down the glovebox, then open the cover and light switch.
Page 201 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit – 18 Air conditioning system 33 Heated steering wheel – 19 Sunroof 34 – Power windows 20 Parking assist/Rain sensor/ 35 Tyre repair kit Front camera Voltage transformer 36 – 21 Brake switch Body control module 1 37 Rear wiper 22 Audio system...
Page 202: Vehicle Tools
Vehicle care Vehicle tools Vehicles with spare wheel Tools Vehicles with tyre repair kit Some tools, the towing eye and the tyre repair kit are located in the load The jack, the wheel bolt wrench and compartment below the floor cover. some tools are located on the right side in the load compartment behind a cover 3 71.
Page 203: Wheels And Tyres
Vehicle care Wheels and tyres In accordance with country-specific Directional tyres regulations, affix the speed sticker in Directional tyres must be mounted so the driver's field of view. that they rotate in the correct Tyre condition, wheel condition direction. The proper rotation Drive over edges slowly and at right Tyre designations direction is indicated by a symbol...
Page 204 Vehicle care Tyre pressure monitoring Tyre pressure 3 240. For the tyres approved for your vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of The tyre pressure information label system Conformity provided with your vehicle on the right door frame indicates the or other national registration The tyre pressure monitoring system original equipment tyres and the...
Page 205 Vehicle care The menu can be selected by the The tyre pressures for all tyres are buttons on the turn signal lever. displayed on one page. System status and pressure warnings are displayed by a message indicating the corresponding tyre in the DIC.
Page 206 Vehicle care If w illuminates at lower temperatures Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre pressure monitoring system sensors and extinguishes after driving, this must be dismounted and serviced. could be an indicator for getting low For the screwed sensor; replace pressure.
Page 207 Vehicle care sensor matching process should also 3. On vehicles with automatic be performed after replacing a spare transmission: set the selector wheel with a road wheel containing lever to P. the TPMS sensor. On vehicles with manual The malfunction light and the warning transmission automated: move message or code should go off at the and hold the selector lever for...
Page 208: Tread Depth
Vehicle care 6. Press the SET/CLR button to identification code has been begin the sensor matching matched to the left side rear process. A message requesting wheel, and the TPMS sensor acceptance of the process should matching process is no longer display.
Page 209: Wheel Covers
Vehicle care Tyres should be replaced for safety Tyres age, even if they are not used. 9 Warning reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm We recommend tyre replacement (4 mm for winter tyres). every six years. Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels For safety reasons it is recommended may lead to accidents and will Changing tyre and wheel...
Page 210: Tyre Chains
Vehicle care Always use fine mesh chains that add Do not remove foreign bodies from 9 Warning no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread the tyres. and the inboard sides (including chain Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel lock).
Page 211 Vehicle care Vehicles with tyre repair kit in 2. Detach air hose from bracket and screw onto sealant bottle the sidewall connection. 1. Take the sealant bottle and bracket with air hose from the insert. To open the compartment, disengage 3.
Page 212 Vehicle care compressor by pressing the on/off switch again. If the prescribed tyre pressure is not obtained within 10 minutes, remove the tyre repair kit. Move the vehicle one tyre rotation. Reattach the tyre repair kit and continue the filling procedure for 10 minutes.
Page 213 Vehicle care 14. Take the label indicating Vehicles with tyre repair kit maximum permitted speed from under the floor cover the sealant bottle and affix in the driver's field of view. 15. Continue driving immediately so that sealant is evenly distributed in the tyre.
Page 214 Vehicle care 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 9. Connect the compressor plug to 13. The prescribed tyre pressure the connection on the sealant the power outlet or cigarette should be obtained within bottle. lighter socket. 10 minutes. Tyre pressure 3 240.
Page 215: Wheel Changing
Vehicle care Drain excess tyre pressure with If unusual noise is heard or the the button over the pressure compressor becomes hot, turn indicator. compressor off for at least 30 minutes. Do not run the compressor longer than 10 minutes. The built-in safety valve opens at a pressure of seven bar.
Page 216 Vehicle care Make the following preparations and ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up 1. Steel wheels: observe the following information: vehicle. Pull off the wheel cover with the ■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and ■ Do not start the vehicle when it is hook.
Page 217 Vehicle care 4. Set the jack to the necessary height. Position it directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping. 2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring 3. Ensure the jack is correctly that it locates securely and loosen positioned under the relevant each wheel bolt by half a turn.
Page 218: Spare Wheel
Vehicle care 9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring Jacking position for lifting that it locates securely and tighten platform each bolt in a crosswise sequence. Tightening torque is 110 Nm. 10. Align the valve hole in the wheel cover of the steel wheel with the tyre valve before installing.
Page 219 Vehicle care The spare wheel has always a steel Fitting a double load-bay floor in this If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the rim. case in the upper position 3 71. rear while towing another vehicle, mount the temporary spare wheel in To remove, unscrew wing nut, lift Caution the front and the full size tyre in the...
Page 220: Jump Starting
Vehicle care Jump starting ■ Never expose the battery to naked ■ The vehicles must not come into flames or sparks. contact with each other during the jump starting process. ■ A discharged vehicle battery can Do not start with a quick charger. already freeze at a temperature of ■...
Page 221: Towing
Vehicle care Towing Lead connection order: 2. After five minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be 1. Connect the red lead to the made for no longer than Towing the vehicle positive terminal of the booster 15 seconds at an interval of vehicle battery.
Page 222: Towing Another Vehicle
Vehicle care Insert cap at the top and engage Caution downwards. Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Towing another vehicle Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation and close the...
Page 223: Appearance Care
Vehicle care Appearance care Caution Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can Locks damage the vehicle. The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder After towing, unscrew the towing eye. grease.
Page 224: Exterior Lights
Vehicle care Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, Do not clean the engine compartment Paintwork polish with silicone forms a pollen and the like should be cleaned with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet protective film, making waxing off immediately, as they contain cleaner.
Page 225: Interior Care
Vehicle care For mechanical removal of ice, use a Wheels and tyres Before and after winter, wash the sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the underbody and have the protective Do not use high-pressure jet scraper firmly against the glass so wax coating checked. cleaners.
Page 226 Vehicle care The instrument cluster and the Plastic and rubber parts displays should only be cleaned using Plastic and rubber parts can be a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a cleaned with the same cleaner as weak soap solution. used to clean the body.
Page 227: Service And Maintenance
Service and maintenance Service and General information Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia- Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, maintenance Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Service information Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, In order to ensure economical and Greece, Greenland, Hungary, safe vehicle operation and to Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, General information ....
Page 228: Recommended Fluids
Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Confirmations aging control, whereas viscosity grade gives information on the oil's Confirmation of service is recorded in lubricants and parts thickness over a temperature range. the Service and Warranty Booklet. The date and mileage is completed Dexos is the newest engine oil quality Recommended fluids and with the stamp and signature of the...
Page 229 Service and maintenance Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze. Consult a 3 230. workshop. The system is factory filled with Additional engine oil additives coolant designed for excellent The use of additional engine oil...
Page 230: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....228 Vehicle data ....... 230 The Vehicle Identification Number may be embossed on the instrument panel, visible through the windscreen, or in the engine compartment on the right body panel. The Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor...
Page 231: Identification Plate
Technical data Identification plate Information on identification label: Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over 1 = manufacturer those given in this manual. 2 = type approval number 3 = vehicle Identification Number Engine identification 4 = permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg The technical data tables show the 5 = permissible gross train weight...
Page 232: Vehicle Data
Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, 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 233 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔...
Page 234 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, 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 235: Engine Data
Technical data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEJ B14XEL B14NEJ Number of cylinders 1229 1398 1398 1364 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 3700 - 6000 5000 - 6000 5600 4200 - 6000 6000 3500 - 6000 Torque [Nm]...
Page 236 Technical data Sales designation Engine identifier code B13DTC B13DTE B13DTE Number of cylinders 1248 1248 1248 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 3750 3750 3750 Torque [Nm] at rpm 1500 - 2500 1500 - 2500 1500 - 3500 Fuel type Diesel Diesel...
Page 237 Technical data Performance Engine B10XFL B10XFT B12XEL B14XEJ B14XEL B14NEJ Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Manual transmission automated – – – – – Automatic transmission – – – – – 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 238: Vehicle Weight
Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, 5-door vehicle, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without / with air conditioning B10XFL 1199 / 1214 – – [kg] B10XFT 1199 / 1214 – – B12XEL 1163 / 1178 –...
Page 239: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Kerb weight, 3-door vehicle, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated Automatic transmission without / with air conditioning B10XFL 1163 / 1178 – – [kg] B10XFT 1163 / 1178 – – B12XEL 1120 / 1135 –...
Page 240 Technical data 5-door vehicle 3-door vehicle Height (without antenna) [mm] 1481 1479 Length of load compartment floor [mm] Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1372 1372 Load compartment width [mm] Load compartment height with cover [mm] Load compartment height without cover [mm] Wheelbase [mm] 2510 2510...
Page 241 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine B10XFL B12XEL B14XEL B13DTC B10XFT B14XEJ B13DTE B14NEJ including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Engine B10XFL B12XEL B14XEL B13DTC B10XFT B14XEJ B13DTE B14NEJ Petrol/diesel, refilling quantity [l]...
Page 242: Tyre Pressures
Technical data Tyre pressures Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) B12XEL, 175/70 R14, 210/2.1 (31) 210/2.1 (31) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (37) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) B14XEL...
Page 243 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) B10XFL, 185/65 R15, 230/2.3 (34) 230/2.3 (34) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (37) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) B10XFT, 195/55 R16,...
Page 244: Customer Information
EC Directive 2006/42/EC signed by We declare that the product: Hans-Peter Metzger Product designation: Jack Engineering Group Manager Chassis Type/GM part number: 13331922 & Structure Adam Opel AG is in compliance with the provisions of Directive 2006/42/EC. D-65423 Rüsselsheim...
Page 245: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Customer information Vehicle data recording ■ vehicle reactions in particular When using the vehicle, situations driving situations (e.g. inflation of may occur in which these technical and privacy an airbag, activation of the stability data related to other information regulation system) (accident report, damages on the Event data recorders vehicle, witness statements etc.) may...
Page 246 RFID technology in Opel vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other Opel system containing...
Page 247 Customer information...
Page 248: Index
Index Bicycle rack........60 Bonnet ........180 Accessories and vehicle Brake and clutch fluid....226 modifications ......178 Brake and clutch system ..... 91 Adjustable air vents ....128 Brake assist ....... 146 Airbag and belt tensioners ... 90 Brake fluid ........183 Airbag deactivation ....
Page 249: Headlight Range Adjustment
Control indicators......87 Electronic driving programmes . Fog lights ........190 Control of the vehicle ....130 ........140, 144 Folding mirrors ......30 Controls........76 Electronic Stability Control..147 Following distance indication..154 Convex shape ......30 Electronic Stability Control and Forward collision alert....
Page 250 Headlights........110 Interior mirrors......31 Mirror adjustment ......8 Headlights when driving abroad 112 Interruption of power supply ..140 Misted light covers ..... 116 Head restraint adjustment ..... 8 Introduction ........3 Head restraints ......36 ISOFIX child restraint systems ..56 New vehicle running-in ....
Page 251 Seat position ........ 37 Top-tether fastening eyes .... 56 Selector lever ..... 138, 143 Tow bar........173 Radio Frequency Identification Service ........129 Towing........ 173, 219 (RFID)........244 Service display ......86 Towing another vehicle ..... 220 Radio remote control ....23 Service information ....
Page 252 Windows........31 Windscreen........31 Vehicle battery ......183 Windscreen wiper/washer ... 78 Vehicle checks......179 Winter tyres ....... 201 Vehicle data........ 230 Wiper blade replacement ..185 Vehicle data recording and privacy........243 Vehicle detected ahead....94 Xenon headlights ....... 189 Vehicle dimensions ....
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In Brief 13

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10 Central Locking System

11 Anti-Theft Alarm System

Seats, Restraints Head Restraints

58 Storage Storage Storage Compartments

Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Controls

7 Driver Information Centre

13 Colour-Info-Display

12 Hazard Warning Flashers

130 Driving Hints Driving Downhill

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