Starting And Operating; New Vehicle Running-In; Retained Power Off; Ignition Switch Positions - Opel CORSA Owner's Manual

Starting and operating

New vehicle running-in

Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher.
Additionally, the cleaning process of
the diesel particle filter may take
place more often.
Diesel particle filter 3 138.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for
charging of the vehicle battery.

Ignition switch positions

Turn key:
0 = ignition off: Some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously
1 = accessory power mode: Steering
wheel lock released, some
electrical functions are operable,
ignition is off
2 = ignition on power mode: Ignition
is on, diesel engine is preheating.
Control indicators illuminate and
most electrical functions are
operable
3 = engine start: Release key after
starting procedure begins
Driving and operating
Steering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.

Retained power off

The following electronic systems are
operable until the driver's door is
opened or at the latest for
10 minutes after the ignition is
switched off:
■ power windows
■ power outlets
■ power sunroof
Power to the Infotainment system will
continue to operate for 30 minutes or
until the key is removed from the
ignition switch, regardless of whether
any door is opened.
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