Page 1 OPEL Cascada Owner's Manual...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 20 Seats, restraints ......46 Storage ........70 Instruments and controls ..... 78 Lighting ........110 Climate control ......123 Driving and operating ....133 Vehicle care ....... 181 Service and maintenance ..
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Introduction...
Page 5: Introduction
"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 boot lid, push the brand emblem at the bottom half. Press button c briefly to unlock the Pressing button x opens the boot doors and boot lid. Open the doors by lid while the vehicle remains locked.
Page 9: Seat Adjustment
In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat lengthwise adjustment Turn lever to the rear, adjust Lever pumping motion inclination and release lever. Allow = seat higher the seat to engage audibly. Pull handle, slide seat, release down = seat lower handle.
Page 10: Head Restraint Adjustment
In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Power seat adjustment Operate switch 1: Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be forward/backward = length adjustment twisted and must fit close against the up/down = height adjustment Head restraints 3 46.
Page 11: Mirror Adjustment
In brief Mirror adjustment Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Interior mirror Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on Convex exterior mirrors 3 30, ensure it is fully locked.
Page 12 In brief Instrument panel overview...
Page 13 In brief Power windows ..... 32 Hazard warning flashers ..117 19 Soft top operation switch ..35 Exterior mirrors ..... 30 Control indicator for airbag Central window switch ..32 Cruise control ..... 151 deactivation ......90 20 Selector lever, manual transmission .......
Page 14 In brief...
Page 15: Exterior Lighting
In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Automatic light control AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: headlights are switched on headlight flash = pull lever and off automatically 7 = lights off high beam = push lever = activation or deactivation of 8 = sidelights...
Page 16 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 3 117. Turn and lane-change signals 3 117, Parking lights 3 118.
Page 17: Washer And Wiper Systems
In brief Washer and wiper systems Climate control Windscreen and headlight washer systems Windscreen wiper Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Pull lever. = fast Windscreen and headlight washer LO = slow The heating is operated by pressing system 3 80, Washer fluid 3 186. INT = interval wiping or automatic the Ü...
Page 18: Manual Transmission
In brief Transmission Demisting and defrosting the Demisting and defrosting the windows, Air conditioning windows, Electronic climate Manual transmission system control Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, Press button V. Press button V. wait 3 seconds after depressing Set the temperature control to the Temperature and air distribution are clutch pedal and then press the highest level.
Page 19: Starting Off
In brief Starting off Automatic transmission Starting the engine Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 204, 3 239. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 183. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
Page 20 In brief Parking Stop-start system to position P before removing the ignition key. On an uphill 9 Warning slope, turn the front wheels away from the kerb. ■ Do not park the vehicle on an If the vehicle is on a downhill easily ignitable surface.
Page 21 In brief Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 27. ■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off 3 182. ■ After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx.
Page 22: 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 ........20 Car Pass or on a detachable tag. Doors ........... 25 The key number must be quoted Vehicle security ......
Page 23: Radio Remote Control
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Handle with care, protect from Radio remote control battery moisture and high temperatures and replacement avoid unnecessary operation. Replace the battery as soon as the range reduces. Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: ■...
Page 24: Central Locking System
Keys, doors and windows Memorised settings Central locking system Key with foldaway key section Whenever the key is removed from Unlocks and locks doors, load the ignition switch, the following compartment and fuel filler flap. settings are automatically memorised A pull on an interior door handle by the key: unlocks the respective door.
Page 25 Keys, doors and windows Unlocking ■ to unlock only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler flap, press button c once briefly. To unlock the entire vehicle, press button c twice briefly. The setting can be changed in the Settings menu in the Info-Display 3 104.
Page 26: Automatic Locking
Keys, doors and windows Fault in radio remote control Fault in central locking system system Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by Unlocking turning the key in the lock. The passenger's door can be opened by pulling the interior handle twice. The load compartment and fuel filler flap cannot be opened.
Page 27: Doors
Keys, doors and windows Doors Additionally, it is configurable to unlock the driver's door or both doors after the ignition is switched off and Load compartment the ignition key is removed (manual transmission) or the selector lever is Boot lid moved to position P (automatic transmission).
Page 28 Keys, doors and windows Closing Blockage of soft top Note The installation of certain heavy The soft top can only be operated accessories onto the boot lid may when the boot lid is closed. affect its ability to remain open. General hints for operating the boot lid 9 Danger...
Page 29: Vehicle Security
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Activating ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised ■ Ignition Anti-theft locking system Activation ■ Self-activated 30 seconds after 9 Warning locking the vehicle (initialisation of the system) Do not use the system if there are ■...
Page 30 Keys, doors and windows Activation without monitoring of 1. Close boot lid, bonnet, windows Status LED and soft top. passenger compartment and vehicle inclination 2. Press button o. LED in the button o illuminates for a maximum of 10 minutes. 3.
Page 31 Keys, doors and windows Seek the assistance of a workshop in unlocked with the radio remote Note the event of faults. control. Additionally a warning The immobiliser does not lock the message is displayed in the Driver doors. You should always lock the Deactivation Information Centre after switching on vehicle after leaving it and switch on...
Page 32: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors In position 0 no mirror is selected. Electric folding Convex shape Folding mirrors The convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances.
Page 33: Interior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Dazzle from following vehicles at Operated by pressing the Ü button. night is automatically reduced. The LED in the button indicates To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on activation.
Page 34: Windows
Keys, doors and windows Windows Windscreen stickers Do not attach stickers such as toll Windscreen road stickers or similar on the windscreen in the area of the interior Heat-reflecting windscreen mirror. Otherwise the detection zone of the sensor and the view area of the The heat-reflecting windscreen has a camera in the mirror housing could be coating which reflects solar radiation.
Page 35 Keys, doors and windows Central switch , Override safety function Opening ■ Press button c once briefly: the In the event of closing difficulties due doors are unlocked. to frost or the like, switch on the ignition, then pull the switch to the first ■...
Page 36: Heated Rear Window
Keys, doors and windows Heated rear window 10 seconds; pressing button once Activate the window electronics for more continues closing. each window, beginning with the rear windows, as following: ■ If the soft top is already closed but windows are opened: pressing 1.
Page 37: Roof
Keys, doors and windows Roof If the sun visors have integral mirrors, Operation with the switch in the the mirror covers should be closed centre console when driving. Soft top Operable with ignition switch in A ticket holder is located on the position 1 or 2 (ignition on) 3 134.
Page 38 Keys, doors and windows Close soft top Operation with remote control Close soft top Open soft top Hold switch pushed until the soft top Hold button e pressed until the soft and the soft top lid are completely top, the soft top lid and the windows Hold button c pressed until the soft closed.
Page 39 Keys, doors and windows Safety stop The button on the remote control or the switch in the centre console must be actuated until the soft top is in its respective end position. Releasing the button or the switch during operation stops soft top movement immediately.
Page 40 Keys, doors and windows General hints Manual closing in the event of a Manual operation of the soft top is system fault permitted only for closing. Note In case of malfunction of the electro- ■ Always actuate the operation Read the following description hydraulic actuation, the opened soft switch until the acoustic signal completely before starting to...
Page 41 Keys, doors and windows 3. On the inside of the upper load 5. Lift up soft top lid from both sides ■ Allen key with 4 mm hexagon on the compartment edge is a lever for simultaneously up to approx. the long side and 6 mm hexagon on the releasing the soft top lid.
Page 42 Keys, doors and windows 6. Insert the 4 mm Allen key into the 10. Haul in the attached strings marked position of the flap-drive around the marked position at the unit. Turn the Allen key clockwise hinge on both sides and pull the all the way to the stop, so that the end of the string through the loop, sideways flaps are swivelled in.
Page 43 Keys, doors and windows 13. Move the front bow (1) to the windscreen frame. 14. Remove the small lid in the windscreen frame trim using a screwdriver which is inserted in the recess of the lid. 12. Pull out the soft top by lifting up the 16.
Page 44: Wind Deflector
Keys, doors and windows Wind deflector To install the deflectors, the soft top should be opened. Fitting of the small wind deflector ■ Fold down left rear backrest 3 73. 18. Push down firmly each side of the tension bow. Simultaneously pull the string with a screwdriver cross There are two wind deflectors located in the loop slowly and continuous...
Page 45 Keys, doors and windows ■ Insert the adapter of the deflector ■ Extract the four locking pins of the ■ With the hinges behind the front with the elevation into the opposite deflector: the upper ones leap out seats insert the right side locking recess of the guidance.
Page 46: Rollover Protection System
Keys, doors and windows Rollover protection system Stowing the wind deflector To stow the deflector, move in the The rollover protection system rear locking pins by pushing back and consists of a reinforced windscreen turning the pins into the brackets. frame and anti-roll bars under covers Push back the sliders of the front behind the rear head restraints.
Page 47 Keys, doors and windows The airbag control indicator v illuminates if the anti-roll bars have been deployed. The system deploys with the soft top opened or closed. The soft top must not be operated if the anti-roll bars have been deployed. A continuous warning will sound and a message appears in the Driver Information Centre if the switch is...
Page 48: Seats, Restraints
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Head restraints on front seats Position Head restraints ......46 9 Warning Front seats ........48 Seat belts ........55 Only drive with the head restraint Airbag system ......58 set to the proper position. Child restraints ......
Page 49: Active Head Restraints
Seats, restraints Horizontal adjustment Head restraints on rear seats Press both catches, pull the head restraint upwards and remove. Pull bolster of head restraint forwards Height adjustment Place the head restraint in a net bag slowly. It engages in several Pull the head restraint upwards and and secure the underside of the bag positions.
Page 50: Front Seats
Seats, restraints Front seats Note ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Approved accessories may only be against the backrest as possible. attached if the seat is not in use. Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly 9 Warning...
Page 51 Seats, restraints Seat adjustment Seat lengthwise adjustment Seat backrest 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. 9 Warning Never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably. Drive only with engaged seats and Pull handle, slide seat, release Turn lever to the rear, adjust backrests.
Page 52 Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal = seat higher = front end higher requirements. down = seat lower down = front end lower Moving support up and down: push switch up or down.
Page 53: Seat Folding
Seats, restraints Adjustable thigh support To restore, slide the seat backwards Caution to the stop. Lift backrest to upright position without operating any lever. When seat height is in highest Ensure backrest engages. position, push head restraints When fully engaged the seat will be in down and lift up sun visors before original position again.
Page 54: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats, restraints To restore, lift backrest to upright Overload Seat lengthwise adjustment position and engage. The seat slides If the folding function is electrically automatically backwards to the overloaded, the power supply is original position. automatically cut-off for a short time. In case the head restraint of the Power seat adjustment folded backrest is blocked by the...
Page 55 Seats, restraints Move switch upwards/downwards. Seat backrests Adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal Seat inclination requirements. Moving support up and down: push switch up or down. Increasing and decreasing support: push switch forwards or backwards. Note If the seat setting is electrically overloaded, the power supply is...
Page 56 Seats, restraints Armrest Heating Ventilating The armrest can be slid forwards by Adjust ventilation to the desired Adjust heating to the desired setting 10 cm. Under the armrest there is a setting by pressing the A button for by pressing the ß button for the storage compartment.
Page 57: Seat Belts
Seats, restraints Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 64. Periodically check all parts of the belt system for damage, pollution and proper functionality. Have damaged components replaced.
Page 58: Three-Point Seat Belt
Seats, restraints Three-point seat belt ■ a timeout of 45 seconds, 9 Warning ■ the vehicle is driven longer than Fastening 15 seconds with a speed more than Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or 6 km/h. fitting of belts) can trigger the belt If the seat belt presenter does not pretensioners.
Page 59 Seats, restraints Removing Using the seat belt while pregnant Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place To release belt, press red button on objects such as handbags or mobile belt buckle. phones between the belt and your 9 Warning body.
Page 60: Airbag System
Seats, restraints Airbag system Each airbag is triggered only once. Child restraint systems on front Have deployed airbags replaced by passenger seat with airbag a workshop. Furthermore, it may be systems The airbag system consists of a necessary to have the steering number of individual systems Warning according to ECE R94.02: wheel, the instrument panel, parts of...
Page 61 Seats, restraints geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder NL: Gebruik NOOIT een achterwaarts PT: NUNCA use um sistema de SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES gericht kinderzitje op een stoel met retenção para crianças voltado para KINDES zur Folge haben kann. een ACTIEVE AIRBAG ervoor, om trás num banco protegido com um DODELIJK of ERNSTIG LETSEL van AIRBAG ACTIVO na frente do...
Page 62 Seats, restraints zalecenia może być przyczyną ZRAČNIM JASTUKOM ispred njega, се стигне до СМЪРТ или ŚMIERCI lub POWAŻNYCH to bi moglo dovesti do SMRTI ili СЕРИОЗНО НАРАНЯВАНЕ на OBRAŻEŃ u DZIECKA. OZBILJNJIH OZLJEDA za DIJETE. ДЕТЕТО. TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet SL: NIKOLI ne nameščajte otroškega RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ...
Page 63: Front Airbag System
Seats, restraints LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ 9 Danger neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek Do not use a child restraint system aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu on the passenger seat with active AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo front airbag. pretējā...
Page 64: Side Airbag System
Seats, restraints Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then is the airbag able to protect. Side airbag system The inflated airbags cushion the The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the head and upper body in injury to the upper body and head of the event of a side-on collision...
Page 65: Airbag Deactivation
Seats, restraints Airbag deactivation Use the ignition key to choose the Risk of fatal injury for an adult position: person on a seat with deactivated The front passenger airbag system *OFF = front passenger airbag is front passenger airbag. must be deactivated if a child restraint deactivated and will not system is to be fitted on this seat.
Page 66: Child Restraints
■ Group 0, Group 0+ the airbags poses a risk of fatal OPEL Baby cradle, with or without injury to the child. ISOFIX base, for children up to This is especially the case if rear-...
Page 67 Seats, restraints Children should travel facing Note rearwards in the vehicle as long as Do not affix anything on the child possible. This makes sure that the restraint systems and do not cover child's backbone, which is still very them with any other materials. weak, is under less strain in the event A child restraint system which has of an accident.
Page 68: Child Restraint Installation Locations
Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx.
Page 69 Seats, restraints Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 IL * or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 IL * or approx.
Page 70 Seats, restraints = 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. IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class. = No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class.
Page 71: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes
Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes ISOFIX child restraint systems of universal category positions are systems The vehicle has two fastening eyes marked in the table by IUF 3 66. on the backside of the rear backrests. Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX Top-Tether fastening eyes are child restraint systems to the ISOFIX marked with the symbol : for a child...
Page 72: Storage
Storage Storage Storage compartments The glovebox features a pen holder, a credit card holder, a coin holder and an adapter for the locking wheel nuts. 9 Warning Storage compartments ....70 Do not store heavy or sharp Load compartment ....... 73 objects in the storage Loading information .....
Page 73: Storage Compartment
Storage Cupholders Front storage Depending on the version, cupholders are located under a cover in the centre console. Slide cover backwards. Bottles can be stowed after folding up the intermediate shelf 3 72. Cupholders are located in the centre A storage compartment is located console.
Page 74: Armrest Storage
Storage Armrest storage A further storage compartment is located under the intermediate shelf. Fold up the intermediate shelf and fix Storage under the front armrest it in the vertical position. The frame of the cupholder can be reintegrated to stow bottles. Rear console Press button to remove the frame of the cupholder.
Page 75 Storage Load compartment Load compartment extension Folding load compartment partition To enlarge the load compartment when the soft top is closed, the load compartment partition can be folded ■ Close soft top 3 35. ■ Open the boot lid 3 25. ■...
Page 76 Storage ■ Pull the release switch p on one or Pass-through flap behind rear seats 9 Warning both sides of the load compartment, to fold down the Take care when operating the backrests onto the seat cushion. electric foldable rear seats. The ■...
Page 77: Rear Floor Storage Cover
Storage Rear floor storage cover open the soft top. The pass-through flap must be closed in vertical position. Rear floor cover Rear storage Hooks for carrier bags ■ Open the pass-through by swivelling the flap upwards to horizontal position. The flap is fixed in opened and closed position by a The rear floor cover can be lifted and Velcro fastener.
Page 78: Lashing Eyes
Storage Lashing eyes Warning triangle First aid kit The first aid kit is stowed on the right The lashing eyes are designed to Warning triangle is stowed in the side in the load compartment behind secure items against slippage, e.g. space on the inside of the boot lid a strap.
Page 79: Loading Information
Storage Loading information ■ The load must not obstruct the To calculate the payload, enter the operation of the pedals, parking data for your vehicle in the Weights brake and gear selector lever, or table at the front of this manual. ■...
Page 80: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........78 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........... 85 Information displays ..... 96 Vehicle messages ...... 102 Vehicle personalisation ....104 The Infotainment system, some driver assistance systems and a connected mobile phone can be operated via the Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,...
Page 81: Horn
Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Horn The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker Activate heating by pressing * and to a higher temperature than the Press j. other areas. button. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.
Page 82: Windscreen Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor Windscreen wiper Wiper lever in position INT. INT = automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the = fast desired wipe interval: The rain sensor detects the amount of LO = slow short interval = turn adjuster...
Page 83 Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Windscreen and headlight sensor washer Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed sensitivity: onto the windscreen and the wiper low sensitivity = turn adjuster wipes a few times.
Page 84: Outside Temperature
Instruments and controls Outside temperature If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, a warning message is displayed in the A drop in temperature is indicated Driver Information Centre. immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. 9 Warning The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above...
Page 85 Instruments and controls ■ Display clock: Switches on/off indication of time on the display. ■ 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 86: Power Outlet
Instruments and controls Power outlets Adjust all settings. A further 12 Volt power outlet is located in the rear console. Fold the Set date cover downwards. To adjust the time settings, select the Do not exceed the maximum power Set Date menu item. Turn the consumption of 120 watts.
Page 87: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indicators
Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Cigarette lighter and indicators Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched Speedometer The portable ashtray can be placed in the cupholders. The cigarette lighter is located in the front console.
Page 88: Trip Odometer
Instruments and controls Odometer Trip odometer Driver Information Centre 3 96. Tachometer The bottom line displays the recorded W displays the recorded distance distance in km. since the last reset. Displays the engine speed. Two trip odometer are selectable for different trips.
Page 89: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls Fuel gauge 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 90: Control Indicators
Instruments and controls The remaining oil life duration is The system must be reset every time ignition is switched on, most control displayed in the Vehicle Information the engine oil is changed to allow indicators will illuminate briefly as a Menu.
Page 91 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
Page 92: Seat Belt Reminder
Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 189, Fuses When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for 3 197. console approx. 4 seconds. If it does not Turn signals 3 117. illuminate, does not extinguish after 4 seconds or illuminates whilst Seat belt reminder driving, there is a fault in the airbag...
Page 93: Brake And Clutch System
Instruments and controls Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds Illuminates when the engine is Flashes when the engine is after the ignition is switched on. The running running front passenger airbag is activated. Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle Fault that could lead to catalytic * illuminates yellow.
Page 94: Antilock Brake System
Instruments and controls Illuminates Flashes 9 Warning Brake pedal must be depressed to Electric parking brake is not fully release the electric parking brake applied or released. Switch on Have the cause of the fault 3 145. ignition, depress brake pedal and remedied immediately by a attempt to reset the system by first Clutch pedal must be depressed to...
Page 95: Electronic Stability Control Off
Instruments and controls Upshift Illuminates green Illuminates System is switched on and ready to A fault in the system is present. A [ is indicated as symbol or is popped operate. warning message appears in the up as full page in the Driver Driver Information Centre.
Page 96: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and controls The diesel particle filter requires Flashes 1. Depress clutch. cleaning. Fault in system or tyre without 2. Select neutral gear, set selector pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare Continue driving until % lever to N. wheel). After 60-90 seconds the extinguishes.
Page 97: Rear Fog Light
Instruments and controls High beam assist Rear fog light Illuminates Level in fuel tank is too low. l illuminates green. r illuminates yellow. Flashes The rear fog light is on 3 118. The high beam assist or intelligent light range is activated 3 112, Fuel used up.
Page 98: Driver Information Centre
Instruments and controls Information displays ■ Vehicle Information Menu X Press the MENU button to switch between the menus or to return from ■ Trip/Fuel Information MenuW a submenu to the next higher menu Driver Information Centre ■ ECO Information Menu s level.
Page 99 Instruments and controls ■ Tire Pressure: checks tyre pressure of all wheels during driving 3 205 ■ Tire Load: select tyre pressure category according to the actually inflated tyre pressure 3 205 ■ Speed Warning: if exceeding the Press the SET/CLR button to select a preset speed, a warning chime will function or to confirm a message.
Page 100 Instruments and controls Page 2: Page 3: Page 1: ■ Trip odometer 2 ■ Digital speed ■ Trip odometer 1 ■ Average consumption 2 ■ Range ■ Average consumption 1 ■ Average speed 2 ■ Instantaneous consumption ■ Average speed 1 The information of page 1 and page 2 can be reset separately for odometer, average consumption and...
Page 101 Instruments and controls To reset, press the SET/CLR button Additionally the control indicator i in for a few seconds separately for the fuel gauge illuminates or flashes selected page 1 or 2. 3 94. Average speed 1 or 2 Instantaneous consumption Display of average speed.
Page 102: Info-Display
Instruments and controls above recommends upshifting for switched-off consumer disappears in 5 km steps and shows the effect fuel saving reasons. from the list and the consumption of topography or driving behaviour value will be updated. on fuel consumption. Eco index display: The current fuel consumption is indicated on a During sporadic driving conditions, Graphic-Info-Display,...
Page 103 Instruments and controls Depending on the Infotainment Colour-Info-Display ■ system settings system, the Graphic-Info-Display is ■ vehicle messages 3 102 available in two versions. ■ settings for vehicle personalisation 3 104 The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made.
Page 104: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Turn multifunction knob to: ■ select a setting or value Messages are indicated in the Driver ■ display a menu option Information Centre (DIC), in some Push multifunction knob to: cases together with a warning and ■...
Page 105: Warning Chimes
Instruments and controls Warning chimes Messages in the Driver ■ Cruise control Information Centre (DIC) ■ Speed limiter When starting the engine or ■ Parking assist systems whilst driving ■ Lighting, bulb replacement Only one warning chime will sound at ■...
Page 106: Vehicle Personalisation
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation ■ If a warning message appears in 1. Switch off immediately any the Driver Information Centre. electrical consumers which are not required for a safe ride, e.g. ■ If the parking assist detects an The vehicle's behaviour can be seat heating, heated rear window object.
Page 107 Instruments and controls The following settings can be ■ Sport steering: Steering support is selected by turning and pressing the reduced. multifunction knob: ■ Swap backlight colour main instr.: ■ Sport mode settings Changes the instrument illumination colour. ■ Languages ■...
Page 108 Instruments and controls Vehicle settings changes the duration of exit lighting. Exterior lighting by unlocking: Activates or deactivates the welcome lighting. ■ Power door locks Auto door lock: Activates or deactivates the automatic door unlocking function after switching off ignition. Activates or deactivates the automatic door locking function after driving off.
Page 109 Instruments and controls Auto relock doors: Activates or Sport Mode Profile deactivates the automatic relock ■ Engine Sport Performance: function after unlocking without Accelerator pedal and gear change opening the vehicle. characteristics become more ■ Restore factory settings responsive. Restore factory settings: Resets all ■...
Page 110 Instruments and controls Navigation Settings vehicle start is either always ON or locking function while a door is always OFF. open. See Infotainment system manual for further information. Auto Rear Demist: Activates Auto Door Lock: Activates or heated rear window automatically. deactivates the automatic door Display Settings unlocking function after switching...
Page 111 Instruments and controls unlocking without opening the vehicle. ■ Return to Factory Settings?: Resets all settings to the default settings.
Page 112: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......110 Interior lighting ......119 Lighting features ......120 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 Automatic light control The current status of automatic light Furthermore the headlights are control is displayed In the Driver switched on if the windscreen wipers Information Centre. have been activated for several wipes. When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active. Tunnel detection When headlights are on, 8 When a tunnel is entered headlights...
Page 114: Headlight Flash
Lighting High beam assist Activation If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is on, the high beam Description for version with halogen assist will be deactivated. headlights. High beam assist with If a headlight flash is activated when adaptive forward lighting 3 114.
Page 115: Headlight Range Adjustment
Lighting Headlight range Dynamic automatic headlight Vehicles with Xenon headlight levelling 3 114. system adjustment Headlights when driving Manual headlight range abroad adjustment The asymmetrical headlight beam extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side. However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming...
Page 116: Daytime Running Lights
Lighting To deactivate, operate the same With the light switch in position Country lighting procedure as described above. AUTO all lighting functions are Activated automatically at a speed Control indicator f will not flash when available. range between approx. 55 and function is deactivated.
Page 117 Lighting Dynamic curve lighting Control indicator f 3 95. Activation Reversing function If the headlights are on and reverse gear is engaged, both corner lights are switched on. They remain illuminated for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear or until driving faster than 17 km/h in a The light beam pivots based on forward gear.
Page 118 Lighting If a headlight flash is activated when If there are no restrictions detected, A special topographical evaluation the high beam is on, the high beam the system switches back to high function detects preceding vehicles assist will be deactivated. beam.
Page 119: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Automatic high beam activation Fault in Adaptive forward In the event of an accident with airbag operates at a speed above 40 km/h deployment the hazard warning lighting system and deactivates below 20 km/h. flashers are activated automatically. When the system detects a failure in Intelligent light ranging operates the Adaptive forward lighting system, above 55 km/h.
Page 120: Parking Lights
Lighting Parking lights For three flashes, e.g. when changing Light switch in position AUTO: lanes, press the lever until resistance switching on front fog lights will switch is felt and then release. headlights on automatically. When a trailer is connected, turn Rear fog lights signal flashes six times when pressing the lever until resistance is...
Page 121: 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 light sensor, the the ignition is on and reverse gear is brightness can only be adjusted when illumination control selected.
Page 122: Entry Lighting
Lighting Lighting features Front courtesy light Ambient light can be dimmed using thumb wheel A together with the instrument panel illumination 3 119. Entry lighting It is also activated with Entry lighting Welcome lighting 3 120 and Exit lighting 3 121. The following lights are switched on Reading lights for a short time by unlocking the...
Page 123: Exit Lighting
Lighting ■ door pocket lights, Path lighting Exit lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever is Headlights, tail lights and number ■ console lights. pulled while the driver's door is open. plate lights illuminate the surrounding Activation, deactivation and duration area for an adjustable time after Activation, deactivation and duration of this function can be changed in the...
Page 124 Lighting ■ Heated seats ■ Fan In the second stage, a message which confirms activation of the vehicle battery discharge protection will be displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Switching off electric lights To prevent discharge of the vehicle battery when the ignition is switched off, some interior lights are switched off automatically after some time.
Page 125: Climate Control
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Heating and ventilation system Air distribution Climate control systems ..... 123 s = to windscreen and front door Air vents ........131 windows Maintenance ......
Page 126: Air Conditioning System
Climate control Air conditioning system Demisting and defrosting Cooling n ■ Press button V: fan automatically Press button n to switch on cooling. In addition to the heating and switches to higher speed, the air Activation is indicated by illumination ventilation system, the air distribution is directed towards the of the LED in the button.
Page 127 Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, Maximum cooling 9 Warning switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. Activated cooling The exchange of fresh air is may inhibit autostops. reduced in air recirculation mode. In operation without cooling the air Air recirculation system 4 humidity increases, so the windows may mist up from inside.
Page 128: Electronic Climate Control
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note In Automatic mode, temperature, fan If the V button is pressed while the speed and air distribution are windows V engine is running, an Autostop will regulated automatically. be inhibited until the V button is pressed again.
Page 129 Climate control Heated rear window Ü 3 34, Heated Automatic mode AUTO ■ Press n to switch on optimal cooling and demisting. Activation is seats ß 3 54, Ventilated seats 3 54, indicated by illumination of the LED Heated steering wheel * 3 79. in the button.
Page 130 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Setting of automatic rear window heating can be changed in the windows V Settings menu in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 104. 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 131 Climate control Manual settings Pressing the upper button for longer: s = to windscreen and front door the fan runs at maximum speed. windows (air conditioning is Climate control system settings can activated in the background to be changed by activating the buttons To return to Automatic mode: Press help preventing windows from and rotary knobs as follows.
Page 132: Air Recirculation Mode
Climate control Press button n to switch on cooling. Activation or deactivation of cooling 9 Warning Activation is indicated by illumination operation after engine start can be of the LED in the button. Cooling is changed in the Settings menu in the The exchange of fresh air is only functional when the engine is Info-Display.
Page 133: Air Vents
Climate control Air vents Auxiliary heater Air heater Adjustable air vents Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air At least one air vent must be open heater which automatically warms up while the cooling is on. the passenger compartment more quickly. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats.
Page 134: Air Conditioning Regular
Climate control Maintenance Air conditioning regular operation Air intake 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 135: Driving And Operating
Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is Control of the vehicle uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals. Driving hints ....... 133 Never coast with engine not running (except during Steering Starting and operating ....
Page 136: Starting And Operating
Driving and operating Starting and operating Ground clearance Ignition switch positions Due to the reduced ground clearance, New vehicle running-in the vehicle can be damaged depending on the vehicle loading and Do not brake unnecessarily hard for appearance of the ground. Take the first few journeys.
Page 137: Starting The Engine
Driving and operating ■ Power windows Diesel engine: turn the key to position Starting the vehicle at low 2 for preheating until control temperatures ■ Power outlets indicator ! extinguishes. Starting the engine without additional Power to the Infotainment system will Turn the key briefly to position 3 and heaters is possible down to -25 °С...
Page 138: Overrun Cut-Off
Driving and operating Stop-start system Possible reasons for a non-starting Deactivation engine: The stop-start system helps to save ■ Clutch pedal not operated (manual fuel and to reduce the exhaust transmission) emissions. When conditions allow, it ■ Brake pedal not operated or switches off the engine as soon as the selector lever not in P or N vehicle is at a low speed or at a...
Page 139 Driving and operating Conditions for an Autostop Otherwise an Autostop will be inhibited. The stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled: Certain settings of the climate control system may inhibit an Autostop. See ■ The stop-start system is not Climate control chapter for more manually deactivated details 3 126.
Page 140 Driving and operating Restart of the engine by the ■ the engine temperature is too low ■ Always apply the parking brake. driver ■ the charging level of the vehicle Activate the manual parking battery is below a defined level brake without pressing the Depress the clutch pedal to restart the release button.
Page 141: Engine Exhaust
Driving and operating Engine exhaust take up to 25 minutes. Typically it key. Turn the front wheels needs between 7 and 12 minutes. towards the kerb. Autostop is not available and fuel ■ Close the windows and the soft consumption may be higher during 9 Danger top.
Page 142: Catalytic Converter
Driving and operating Simultaneously Diesel partic. filter is Cleaning takes place quickest at high rectified by a workshop as soon as full continue driving appears in the engine speeds and loads. possible. In an emergency, driving Driver Information Centre. can be continued for a short period, The control indicator % extinguishes keeping vehicle speed and engine % illuminates when diesel particle...
Page 143: Automatic Transmission
Driving and operating Automatic transmission Selector lever The automatic transmission permits automatic gearshifting (automatic mode) or manual gearshifting (manual mode). Transmission display Without brake pedal applied, the control indicator j illuminates. P = park position, wheels are locked, If the selector lever is not in P when engage only when the vehicle is the ignition is switched off, the control stationary and the parking brake...
Page 144: Manual Mode
Driving and operating Manual mode Do not accelerate while engaging a In manual mode no automatic shifting gear. Never depress the accelerator to a higher gear takes place at high pedal and brake pedal at the same engine revolutions. time. Electronic driving When a gear is engaged, the vehicle slowly begins to creep when the...
Page 145 Driving and operating Interruption of power Kickdown 2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console at the If the accelerator pedal is pressed supply front, fold it upwards and rotate it down completely in automatic mode, to the left. In the event of an interruption of the transmission shifts to a lower gear power supply, the selector lever...
Page 146: Manual Transmission
Driving and operating Manual transmission Brakes Caution The brake system comprises two It is not advisable to drive with the independent brake circuits. hand resting on the selector lever. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can still be braked using the other brake circuit.
Page 147: Parking Brake
Driving and operating Parking brake ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Control indicator u 3 92. as soon as a wheel shows a tendency Adaptive brake light to lock. The vehicle remains Manual parking brake steerable, even during hard braking. During full braking, all three brake lights flash for the duration of ABS ABS control is made apparent...
Page 148 Driving and operating automatically. This is not possible To reduce the operating forces of adequate force. For maximum when the switch is pulled at the same the parking brake, depress the force, e.g. parking with trailer or on time. foot brake at the same time. inclines, pull switch m twice.
Page 149: Traction Control System
Driving and operating Ride control systems Hill start assist Apply electric parking brake: pull and hold the switch m for more than The system helps prevent unintended 5 seconds. If control indicator m Traction Control system movement when driving away on illuminates, electric parking brake is inclines.
Page 150: Electronic Stability Control
Driving and operating Electronic Stability Control Deactivation Electronic Stability Control (ESC) improves driving stability when necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip. It also prevents the drive wheels from spinning. ESC operates in combination with the Traction Control system (TC) 3 147.
Page 151: Sport Mode
Driving and operating Interactive driving system ESC is operational after each engine For a more sporty behaviour ESC and start as soon as the control indicator TC can be deactivated separately: b extinguishes. Flex Ride ■ press button b briefly: only Traction When ESC operates b flashes.
Page 152 Driving and operating SPORT mode TOUR mode NORMAL mode All settings of the systems are adapted to standard values. Drive mode control Within each manually selected driving mode SPORT, TOUR or NORMAL, the Drive Mode Control (DMC) detects and analyses continuously the real driving characteristic, responses by the driver, and the active dynamic state of the vehicle.
Page 153: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and operating Driver assistance dynamic vehicle condition and For safety reasons the cruise control changes the settings for suspension cannot be activated until the foot systems to SPORT mode to increase vehicle brake has been operated once. stability. Activating in first gear is not possible. When the driving characteristic or the 9 Warning dynamic vehicle state returns to the...
Page 154 Driving and operating Activation Automatic deactivation: Accelerate to the desired speed and ■ vehicle speed below approx. turn thumb wheel to SET/-, the 30 km/h, current speed is stored and ■ vehicle speed above approx. maintained. Control indicator m in 200 km/h, instrument cluster illuminates green.
Page 155: Speed Limiter
Driving and operating Speed limiter Press button L. If cruise control has maximum speed. Speed limit is displayed in the Driver Information been activated before, it is switched The speed limiter prevents the Centre. off when speed limiter is activated vehicle exceeding a preset maximum and the control indicator m speed.
Page 156: Forward Collision Alert
Driving and operating The limited speed will flash in the By pressing button m to activate A vehicle ahead is indicated by a Driver Information Centre and, control indicator A. cruise control or by switching off the depending on the vehicle, additionally ignition, speed limiter is also a chime sounds during this period.
Page 157 Driving and operating Selecting the alert sensitivity The alert sensitivity can be set to near, medium or far. When the distance to a preceding Alerting the driver moving vehicle gets too small or when A green illuminated vehicle ahead approaching another vehicle too control indicator A lights up in the rapidly and a collision is imminent, the instrument cluster when the system...
Page 158: 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 159: Parking Assist Systems
Driving and operating If there is no vehicle ahead or the vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. vehicle ahead is out of range, two When the distance is less than dashes will be displayed: -.- s. approx. 30 cm, the sound is continuous.
Page 160 Driving and operating Manual deactivation is also possible The front-rear parking assist Parking assist button and operation by pressing the parking assist button measures the distance between the logic vehicle and obstacles in front and behind the vehicle. The system gives When the system is deactivated, the acoustic signals and display LED in the button extinguishes.
Page 161 Driving and operating Long press of button D (approx. The front parking assist is also Additionally, the distance to obstacles activated automatically at a speed up is shown in the Driver Information one second) activates or deactivates to 11 km/h. Centre 3 96.
Page 162 Driving and operating The distance indication in the Driver Manual deactivation is possible by Advanced parking assist Information Centre can be inhibited pressing the parking assist button by vehicle messages with a higher r or D briefly. 9 Warning priority. After approving the message When the system is deactivated, the by pressing the SET/CLR button on The driver bears full responsibility...
Page 163 Driving and operating acoustic signals. The driver must Button logic operates the systems by Activation control acceleration, braking, steering pressing as following: and gear shifting. ■ front-rear parking assist is active: The system uses the sensors of the short press deactivates front-rear front-rear parking assist in parking assist.
Page 164 Driving and operating Functionality The parking slot suggestion of the The instructions in the display show: system is accepted when the vehicle ■ a hint when driving faster than When the vehicle passes a row of is stopped by the driver within 30 km/h, cars and the system is activated, the 10 metres after the "Stop"...
Page 165 Driving and operating As soon as turn indicator is switched ■ driving faster than 30 km/h off, the system searches for parking ■ switching off the ignition slots on the passenger side again. Deactivation by the driver or by the system during manoeuvring will be Display priorities indicated by Parking Deactivated in...
Page 166: Side Blind Spot Alert
Driving and operating Basic notes on parking assist Advanced parking assist system correct distance indication in the may not respond to changes in the systems upper part of these vehicles parking space after initiating a cannot be guaranteed. parallel parking manoeuvre. 9 Warning Objects with a very small reflection Note...
Page 167 Driving and operating Note detected in the blind zone, the 9 Warning If the passing vehicle is at least warning symbols B will illuminate as 10 km/h faster than the passed normal on the relevant side. Side blind spot alert does not vehicle, the warning symbol B in the When the vehicle is started, both replace driver vision.
Page 168: Rear View Camera
Driving and operating Side blind spot alert is designed to Functionality 9 Warning ignore stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and The rear view camera does not beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming replace driver vision. Note that vehicles are not detected. objects that are outside the Fault camera's field of view and the...
Page 169 Driving and operating The top line of the display can be cleared by pressing the multifunction knob. Display settings The area displayed by the camera is Trajectory lane of the vehicle is limited. The distance of the image that shown in accordance with the appears on the display differs from steering angle.
Page 170: Traffic Sign Assistant
Driving and operating Traffic sign assistant Activation or deactivation of the rear Road signs view camera can be changed in the Beginning and end of: Settings menu in the Info-Display. Functionality ■ motorways Vehicle personalisation 3 104. The traffic sign assistant system ■...
Page 171 Driving and operating An exclamation mark in a frame Display indication indicates that there is an add on sign detected which cannot be recognised by the system. The system is active up to a speed of 200 km/h depending on the lighting conditions.
Page 172 Driving and operating Pop-up function Speed limits and no passing signs are displayed as pop-ups on each page in the Driver Information Centre. The content of the traffic sign page is Once setting page is displayed, select also cleared during driving by pushing Off to deactivate pop-up function.
Page 173: Lane Departure Warning
Driving and operating Fault Criteria for the detection of an signs. Do not ignore traffic signs unintended lane change are: The traffic sign assistant system may which are not displayed by the not operate correctly when: ■ no operation of turn signals system.
Page 174: Fuel
Driving and operating Fuel on. When the control indicator ) in At speeds below 56 km/h the system is inoperable. the instrument cluster illuminates green, the system is ready to operate. Fuel for petrol engines Fault The system is only operable at Only use unleaded fuel that complies The lane departure warning system vehicle speeds above 56 km/h and if...
Page 175: 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 176: Fuel Consumption - Co
Driving and operating Fuel filler cap Only use genuine fuel filler caps. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps. Fuel consumption - CO Emissions The fuel consumption (combined) is within a range of 7.2 to 5.2 l/100 km. The CO emission (combined) is within a range of 169 to 138 g/km.
Page 177: Trailer Hitch
Driving and operating Trailer hitch Driving characteristics and applicable version), taking into consideration the vehicle weight in towing tips running order, as specified by the General information regulation. Before attaching a trailer, lubricate Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball. However, do not do The figures are provided only for the been approved for your vehicle.
Page 178: Trailer Towing
Driving and operating Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the specified on the identification plate Trailer loads towing vehicle fully loaded, the 3 229. permissible rear axle load (see The permissible trailer loads are identification plate or vehicle...
Page 179 Driving and operating Vehicle with spare wheel Vehicles with tyre repair kit Vehicles with flat load compartment floor The bag with the coupling ball bar is The bag with the coupling ball bar is placed near the tyre repair kit box The bag with the coupling ball bar is placed near the spare wheel under under the load floor cover.
Page 180 Driving and operating Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar ■ Pull out rotary knob and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Disengage and fold down the socket. ■ Red marking on rotary knob must Inserting the coupling ball bar Remove the sealing plug from the point towards green marking on...
Page 181 Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable ■ The coupling ball bar must be firmly in the opening and push firmly engaged in the opening. upwards until it audibly engages. ■ The coupling ball bar must be The rotary handle snaps back into its locked and the key removed.
Page 182 Driving and operating Open the protective flap and turn the key to position c to unlock the coupling ball bar. Pull out rotary handle and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out coupling ball bar downwards. Insert sealing plug in opening. Fold away socket.
Page 183: 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 ....181 months: We recommend the use of genuine Vehicle checks ......182 ■...
Page 184: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle care Vehicle checks End-of-life vehicle ■ Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. recovery Performing work ■ Close the soft top. Information on end-of-life vehicle ■ Cover the soft top to reduce recovery centres and the recycling of environment influences.
Page 185: 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 186 Vehicle care Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, We recommend the use of the same insert it to the stop on the handle, pull grade of engine oil that was used at out and read the engine oil level. the last change.
Page 187: Engine Coolant
Vehicle care Engine coolant the coolant concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant The coolant provides freeze loss remedied by a workshop. protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low Power steering fluid temperatures the factory filled coolant provides frost protection down to Caution approx.
Page 188: Washer Fluid
Vehicle care Power steering fluid level normally Caution does not have to be checked. If an unusual noise sounds during steering Only washer fluid with a sufficient or the power steering reacts antifreeze concentration provides unusually, seek the assistance of a protection at low temperatures or workshop.
Page 189 Using an AGM vehicle battery Laying up the vehicle for more than In vehicles with stop-start system, be different from the original Opel 4 weeks can lead to battery sure to have the AGM (Absorptive vehicle battery may result in a lower discharge.
Page 190: 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 191: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle care Bulb replacement Halogen headlights Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the raised position, press button to disengage the wiper blade and Switch off the ignition and switch off remove. the relevant switch or close the doors. Attach the wiper blade slightly angled Only hold a new bulb at the base.
Page 192 Vehicle care Low/High beam (1) 2. Rotate the bulb holder Sidelight/Daytime running light anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwise and remove it. 1. Rotate bulb socket (2) anticlockwise to disengage. 3.
Page 193: Adaptive Forward Lighting
Vehicle care Adaptive forward lighting Corner lighting 9 Danger Adaptive forward lighting system uses Xenon headlights. Xenon headlights work under extremely high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Bulbs for front turn signal and corner lighting can be changed. 2.
Page 194: Fog Lights
Vehicle care Fog lights 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. The bulbs are accessible from the Withdraw the bulb holder from the underside of the vehicle. reflector. 2. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug.
Page 195: Front Turn Signal Lights
Vehicle care Front turn signal lights 2. Graphic shows version with halogen headlights. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning anticlockwise. 1. Rotate cap (1) anticlockwise and Graphic shows version with 4. Replace and insert new bulb into remove it.
Page 196: Tail Lights
Vehicle care Tail lights 3. Remove and replace bulb 4. Insert bulb holder into tail light assembly and turn clockwise. Remove bulb holder by turning anti-clockwise. Turn signal lights (1) 1. Open and remove the cover on the inside of the boot lid by loosen Reversing lights (2) 5.
Page 197: Side Turn Signal Lights
Vehicle care Side turn signal lights Turn signal lights (1) Tail lights (2) To replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 2. Release cover in side trim panel and remove. 4. Remove and replace bulb. 5. Insert the bulb holder into housing 1.
Page 198: Number Plate Light
Vehicle care 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert right end. Number plate light 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise 3. Remove bulb holder from lamp and remove from housing. housing by turning anticlockwise.
Page 199: Electrical System
Vehicle care Electrical system 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. Fuses 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let engage. Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. Interior lights There are three fuse boxes in the vehicle: Courtesy light, reading lights ■...
Page 200: Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops. Remove the cover vertically upwards. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse.
Page 201 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit Engine control module 17 Transmission control module 33 Adaptive forward lighting, auto‐ matic light control Lambda sensor 18 Heated rear window 34 Exhaust gas recirculation Fuel injection, ignition system 19 Front power windows 35 Power windows, rain sensor, Fuel injection, ignition system 20 Rear power windows...
Page 202: Fuse Box
Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box No. Circuit 48 Radiator fan 49 Fuel pump 50 Headlamp levelling, adaptive forward lighting 51 – 52 Auxiliary heater, diesel engine 53 Transmission control module, Engine control module In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse 54 Vacuum pump, instrument box is located behind a cover in the panel cluster, heating ventila‐...
Page 203 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit Displays 16 Boot lid relay Body control unit, exterior lights 17 Air conditioning system Body control unit, exterior lights 18 Service diagnose Infotainment system 19 Body control module, brake lights, tail lights, interior lights Infotainment system, instru‐...
Page 204 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit Soft top control module, power 16 Seat ventilation, rear view 31 – rail right camera, soft top control module 32 Flex Ride – 17 – Parking assist 18 – – 19 Steering wheel heating –...
Page 205: Vehicle Tools
Vehicle care Vehicle tools Vehicles with tyre repair kit Vehicles with tyre repair kit and flat load compartment floor Tools Vehicles with spare wheel Some tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair Some tools and the towing eye are kit in a tool box in the load located together with the tyre repair compartment below the floor cover.
Page 206: Wheels And Tyres
Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Use tyre size 225/55 R17 only as Directional tyres winter tyres. Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling On vehicles with Diesel engines, no Wheels direction is indicated by a symbol steel rims and only special, vehicle- On vehicles with Diesel engines no (e.g.
Page 207: Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Vehicle care Tyre pressure monitoring The tyre pressure information label For the tyres approved for your on the left door frame indicates the vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of system original equipment tyres and the Conformity provided with your vehicle correspondent tyre pressures.
Page 208 Vehicle care The current tyre pressures can be shown in the Vehicle Information Menu in the Driver Information Centre (DIC). The menu can be selected by the buttons on the turn signal lever. A detected low tyre pressure Turn the adjuster wheel to select the condition is indicated by the control tyre pressure monitoring system.
Page 209 Vehicle care If w illuminates at lower temperatures Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre Select: pressure monitoring system sensors and extinguishes after some driving, ■ Light for comfort pressure up to must be dismounted and serviced. this could be an indicator for getting 3 people For the screwed sensor: replace low pressure.
Page 210: Tread Depth
Vehicle care and left side rear tyre. The turn signal 5. Press the SET/CLR button to indicate the sensor identification light at the current active position is begin the sensor matching code has been matched to the left illuminated until sensor is matched. process.
Page 211: Wheel Covers
Vehicle care Wheel covers Tyres should be replaced for safety If there is more wear at the front than reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm the rear, swap round front wheels and Wheel covers and tyres that are (4 mm for winter tyres).
Page 212: Tyre Chains
Vehicle care Tyre chains Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread can be repaired with the tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign bodies from the tyres. Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Page 213 Vehicle care On another version, a bag with the tyre repair kit is fixed at the left rear lashing eye in the load compartment. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the load compartment. 2. Remove the compressor. 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 6.
Page 214 Vehicle care 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free connection of the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant from escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in load compartment.
Page 215: Wheel Changing
Vehicle care If unusual noise is heard or the Make the following preparations and compressor becomes hot, turn observe the following information: compressor off for at least ■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and 30 minutes. non-slippery surface. The front The built-in safety valve opens at a wheels must be in the straight- pressure of 7 bar.
Page 216 Vehicle care ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up 2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring vehicle. that it locates securely and loosen each wheel nut by half a turn. ■ Do not start the vehicle when it is raised on the jack. The wheels might be protected by locking wheel nuts.
Page 217 Vehicle care Attach wheel wrench and with the Have the defective tyre renewed or jack correctly aligned rotate repaired as soon as possible. wrench until wheel is clear of the Jacking position for lifting ground. platform 5. Unscrew the wheel nuts. 6.
Page 218: Spare Wheel
Vehicle care The spare wheel has a steel rim. Caution The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible.
Page 219 Vehicle care remove conus and take out the spare wheel. 7. Place the loop end of the strap 9. Insert the strap through the through the left rear lashing eye. spokes of the wheel as shown in Under the spare wheel there is a the illustration.
Page 220 Vehicle care Stowing the spare wheel back in positioned as far as possible to could affect driveability. Have the the front. Secure the wheel by the well after replacing the defective tyre replaced as soon as turning the wing nut clockwise. damaged wheel possible.
Page 221: 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 quick charger. already freeze at a temperature of ■...
Page 222: Towing
Vehicle care Towing 3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers negative terminal of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear battery. window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 4. Connect the other end of the black lead to a vehicle grounding point, 5.
Page 223: Towing Another Vehicle
Vehicle care Towing another vehicle Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. 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 Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise...
Page 224: 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 225: Exterior Lights
Vehicle care Wax painted parts of the vehicle Exterior lights Caution regulary. Headlight and other light covers are made of plastic. Do not use any Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, After washing or cleaning, the soft abrasive or caustic agents, do not use pollen and the like should be cleaned top must be completely dried an ice scraper, and do not clean them...
Page 226: Interior Care
Vehicle care Interior care When cleaning the rear window from Paintwork damage inside, always wipe in parallel to the Rectify minor paintwork damage with heating element to prevent damage. Interior and upholstery a touch-up pen before rust forms. Have more extensive damage or rust For mechanical removal of ice, use a Only clean the vehicle interior, areas repaired by a workshop.
Page 227 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 228: 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 229: Recommended Fluids And
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 230 Service and maintenance Additional engine oil additives protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low The use of additional engine oil temperatures the factory filled coolant additives could cause damage and provides frost protection down to invalidate the warranty.
Page 231: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....229 Vehicle data ....... 231 The identification plate is located on the front left or right door frame. The Vehicle Identification Number may be stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover.
Page 232: Engine Identification
Technical data 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 233: 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 dexos 1 – – ✔...
Page 234 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 dexos 1 ✔ – – – dexos 2 – ✔...
Page 235 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ ✔...
Page 236: Engine Data
Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.4 Turbo 1.4 Turbo 1.6 Turbo 1.6 Turbo 2.0 CDTI 2.0 CDTI BiTurbo Engine identifier code A14NEL A14NET A16XHT A16SHT A20DTH A20DTR Number of cylinders 1364 1364 1598 1598 1956 1956 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 4200-6000 4900-6000 6000...
Page 237 Technical data Performance Engine A14NEL A14NET A16XHT A16SHT A20DTH A20DTR Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission 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, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14NEL 1701/1714 – [kg] A14NET 1701/1714 – A16XHT –/1733 –/1733 A16SHT –/1733 – A20DTH –/1816 –/1816 A20DTR –/1816 – Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight. Loading information 3 77.
Page 239 Technical data Height max. when operating soft top [mm] 2103 Length of load compartment floor [mm] 1121 Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1818 Load compartment width [mm] Load compartment height [mm] with opened soft top Load compartment height [mm] with closed soft top Wheelbase [mm] 2695 Turning circle diameter [m]...
Page 240 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A14NEL, A16XHT, A20DTH, A14NET A16SHT A20DTR including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, refill quantity [l]...
Page 241: 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]) A14NEL, 235/55 R17, 230/2.3 (34) 230/2.3 (34)
Page 242 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]) A20DTH, 235/55 R17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (34) 280/2.8 (41)
Page 243: Customer Information
Customer information Customer information Customer information Declaration of conformity Customer information ....241 Transmission systems Vehicle data recording and pri‐ This vehicle has systems that vacy ........... 243 transmit and/or receive radio waves subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. These systems are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Page 244 Customer information...
Page 245: Event Data Recorders
Jacking To read this data, special equipment and access to the vehicle is required. Some diagnostic data is electronically fed into Opel global systems when the vehicle is serviced in a workshop, in order to document the service history...
Page 246 ■ to share summary data which is not vehicle transmitters for garage door owner or, if the vehicle is leased, of tied to a specific vehicle with other openers. RFID technology in Opel the lessee organisations for research vehicles does not use or record ■...
Page 247 Customer information...
Page 248: Index
Index Automatic transmission ..... 141 Auxiliary heater......131 Accessories and vehicle modifications ......181 Active head restraints....47 Battery discharge protection ..121 Adaptive forward lighting ..Battery voltage ......104 ........95, 114, 191 Bonnet ........183 Adjustable air vents ....131 Brake and clutch fluid....
Page 249 Clock..........82 Electronic climate control system 126 Fog lights ........192 Code........... 102 Electronic driving programmes . . 142 Folding mirrors ......30 Control indicators......88 Electronic Stability Control..148 Following distance indication..156 Control of the vehicle ....133 Electronic Stability Control and Forward collision alert....
Page 250 Headlight range adjustment ..113 Interior lights ...... 119, 197 Mirror adjustment ......9 Headlights........110 Interior mirrors......31 Misted light covers ..... 119 Headlights when driving abroad 113 Interruption of power supply ..143 Head restraint adjustment ..... 8 Introduction ........
Page 251 Preheating ........93 Seat position ........ 48 Tools .......... 203 Puncture........213 Selector lever ......141 Top-tether fastening eyes .... 69 Service ....... 132, 226 Tow bar........175 Service display ......87 Towing........ 175, 220 Quickheat........131 Service information ....226 Towing another vehicle .....
Page 252 Upshift.......... 93 Wheel changing ......213 Using this manual ......3 Wheel covers ......209 Wheels and tyres ....... 204 Wind deflector....... 42 Vehicle battery ......186 Windows........32 Vehicle checks......182 Windscreen........32 Vehicle data........ 231 Windscreen wiper/washer ... 80 Vehicle data recording and Winter tyres .......
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