steering wheel OPEL AGILA 2009 User Guide

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5-3Instruments and controls
Windscreen washer system
To activate, pull lever towards
steering wheel. Washer fluid is
sprayed onto the windscreen.
In vehicles with timed interval wipe
position INT 3, the wipers switch on
automatically at low speed if they are
not already activated.
Rear window wiper/washer
To activate wiper and washer, rotate
end of lever:
Washer fluid is sprayed on to rear
window when the end of the lever is
turned to position
f. When the lever
is released, it will spring back to the
ON/OFF position.Further information 3 10-5, 10-30,
10-31.
Clock
The time is shown in the odometer
display when the ignition is switched
on.
Correcting time
To set the clock, press and hold the
Öbutton for approx. 2 seconds; clock
display now in setting mode. f=Washer
ON = Wiper on
INT = Timed interval wipe 3
OFF = Wiper off
f=Washer
Minute display flashes.
Press Ö to set minutes.

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5-10 Instruments and controls
If it does not illuminate when the
ignition is switched on, stays lit or
illuminates during driving, there is a
fault in the ABS. The vehicle’s brake
system may remain operational
without ABS regulation.
If it illuminates during driving along
with brake system control indicator
R, there is a serious fault in the
brake system. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately, to have the
system checked.
Further information 3 9-9.
2 Power steering
Will illuminate in yellow when ignition
is switched on. Extinguishes after
engine is started.
If it does not illuminate when the
ignition is switched on, stays lit or
illuminates during driving, there is a
fault in the system. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
TCSS OFF Traction Control
Support System off 3
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
the ignition is switched on.
When the TCSS OFF switch (located
on the lower instrument panel) is
pressed, the control indicator
illuminates. The traction control
aspect of the Electronic Stability
Program (ESP
®) is switched off.
With ESP® active, if wheels are
slipping on wet, snowy or icy roads,
the traction control aspect of ESP
®
may switch off automatically and the
control indicator will illuminate. It will
extinguish automatically when
prevailing road conditions improve.
Further information 3 9-11.
R Electronic Stability
Program (ESP®) active 3
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
the ignition is switched on.
If it stays lit or illuminates during
driving, there may be a fault with
ESP
®. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.If it flashes 5 times per second when
the engine is running, the system has
come into action. The engine output
may be reduced (the sound of the
engine changes) and the vehicle may
be braked automatically to a small
degree.
If it remains illuminated whilst driving,
there may be a fault with ESP
®. The
vehicle’s brake system remains
operational without ESP
® regulation.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
have the cause of the fault remedied.
If the vehicle’s battery has been
disconnected and reconnected,
ESP
® is deactivated and the control
indicator flashes once per second.
Reactivate ESP
® by driving in a
straight line at over 15 km/h (9 mph)
for a few seconds until flashing
ceases.
Further information 3 9-10.
ESP
Electronic Stability
Program (ESP®) fault 3
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
the ignition is switched on.

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6-2 Lighting
Hazard warning lamps
To operate, press button ¨.
Turn signal lamps
To activate, move lever up or down:
When the steering wheel is turned
back, the lever automatically returns
to its rest position. This will not
happen when making a minor
steering manoeuvre such as lane
changing.
Tap signal: briefly move lever to
resistance point. The turn signal then
flashes three times when changing
lanes.
Headlamp high beam
To switch from dipped beam to high
beam, push lever forwards.
To switch back to dipped beam, pull
lever back towards steering wheel.
Control indicator P illuminates in the
instrument cluster when high beam is
on.
Headlamp flash
To activate the headlamp flash, pull
lever towards steering wheel. High
beam is engaged for the duration of
activation. „Driver only and load in
luggage compartment=2
1)Vehicles with automatic transmission
and all diesel engines: set to position 1.
Lever up = Right turn
Lever down = Left turn

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7-1 Infotainment system
Infotainment
system
Steering wheel mounted
remote control 3.................. 7-2
Theft-deterrent feature .......... 7-3
Operation .............................. 7-4
Sound settings ...................... 7-5
Radio .................................... 7-6
Audio players ........................ 7-9
Mobile telephones and radio
equipment (CB) 3 ............... 7-10
Introduction
Overview
1fEjection of CDs
26Sound settings
3iMute/unmute
4AST Auto search
5- Display panel
6- Slot for audio/MP3 CDs
7AF Alternative frequency
8PTY Program Type

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7-2 Infotainment system
9TA Traffic Announcement
03, RDM Radio: Preset station 3,
CD/MP3: Random playback
a6, TEXT Radio: Preset station 6,
MP3: Text display
b2, RPT Radio: Preset station 2,
CD/MP3: Repeat track
c5, DISC/FLD + Radio: Preset station 5,
MP3: Skip to next folder
d4, - DISC/FLD Radio: Preset station 4,
MP3: Skip to previous folder
e1, SCN Radio: Preset station 1,
CD: Scan tracks
fb VOLUME Press: Switching on and off,
Turn: Volume setting
gCD CD player mode
hFM/AM Switch between FM and AM wavebands
igRadio: Search downwards,
CD: Skip backwards,
MP3: Skip to previous file
jhRadio: Search upwards,
CD: Skip forwards,
MP3: Skip to next fileSteering wheel mounted
remote control 3
Infotainment system functions can be
operated with the buttons mounted
on the steering wheel.
To change the volume:
Press the < or] button.
To mute the Infotainment system:
Press the i button.
To change the mode:
Press the MODE button.
Pressing the MODE button also
switches the Infotainment system on.

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9-2Driving and operating
To release the steering column lock,
turn ignition key to position ACC and
rotate steering wheel slightly.
Before starting-off, check:
„Tyre pressures and condition.
„Engine oil level and fluid levels in
engine compartment 3 10-3.
„All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and license plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
„Objects are securely located and
will not be thrown forward in the
event of sudden braking.
„Seats, seat belts and mirrors are
correctly adjusted.
„All gauges and control indicators.
„Brake operation.
Starting the engine
With manual transmission in neutral,
depress clutch and foot brake,
(automatic transmission 3 in P or N),
do not accelerate.
Petrol engines: Turn key to START
and release it.
Diesel engines: Turn key to ON,
when preheating control indicator N
extinguishes, turn key to START and
release it.
Preheating system switches on only if
outside temperature is low.
Key returns automatically to ON
position when released.Start attempts should not last longer
than 15 seconds. If engine does not
start, wait 15 seconds before
repeating starting procedure. If
necessary, depress accelerator
before repeating starting procedure.
Parking the vehicle
„Apply the parking brake firmly
without actuating the release
button. On a downhill or uphill
slope, apply as firmly as possible.
Depress foot brake at the same
time to reduce operating forces.
„Push key into ignition switch before
turning to LOCK position and
removing (vehicles with automatic
transmission3: depress foot brake
and shift into P). Turn steering
wheel until lock is felt to engage
(anti-theft protection).
„If the vehicle is parked on a level
surface or a hill, select 1st gear
before switching the ignition off,
(vehicles with automatic
transmission 3: shift into P). Also
turn front wheels away from kerb if
parked on an uphill slope.

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10-15Vehicle care
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Wheels
Tyres
Factory-fitted tyres are matched to
the chassis and offer optimum driving
comfort and safety.
Winter tyres 3
Tyres of size 165/70 R 14 and
185/60 R 15 may be used as winter
tyres.
Winter tyres improve safety at
temperatures below 7
°C and should
therefore be fitted on all the wheels.
Depending on national regulations, a
notice indicating the maximum
permissible speed for the tyres must
be affixed within the driver's field of
vision.
The maximum permissible speed
varies from country to country on
account of national regulations.
Ensure that winter tyres are inflated
to the correct pressure specified by
the tyre manufacturer. No. Circuit
1Starter motor
2Air conditioning compressor
3Fuel pump
4Fuel injection
5Heater fan
6Radiator fan
7Power steering control
module
8ABS, ESP
9ABS, ESP
10Brake lamp switch
11Headlamp (right)
12Headlamp (left)
13Front fog lamps
14Ignition switch
15Ignition switch, power
windows, wipers, starter No. Circuit

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10-18 Vehicle care
Tyre chains must not be used on the
temporary spare wheel.
Tyre repair kit 3
Minor damage to the tyre tread can
be temporarily repaired with the tyre
repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres. Damaged areas bigger
than 4 mm and damage at the tyre
rim cannot be repaired using the tyre
repair kit.
Never use the liquid sealant on more
than one tyre at a time.The tyre repair kit is stowed beneath
the floor carpet in the luggage
compartment 3 4-4.
9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h
(50 mph).
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
1. If you have a flat tyre: Shake
sealant bottle, remove cap and
screw filler hose on to bottle, to
pierce inner cap.

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10-28 Vehicle care
Towing
Towing the vehicle
Towing from the front is permissible
in emergency situations only.
For fixing of the front towing eye,
remove the towing eye socket cover
by pressing the lower part of the
cover.
The towing eye attachment is stored
below the spare wheel in the luggage
compartment 3 10-25.Screw in towing eye attachment
clockwise until it is firmly in place. If
necessary, use jack handle to tighten.
Attach a tow rope 3 - or better still a
tow rod 3 - to the front towing eye.
The front towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering
the vehicle.
Switch on the ignition (3 9-1) to
release the steering column lock and
to permit operation of the brake
lamps and windscreen wipers.
Manual transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission 3 in N.More brake pedal pressure is
necessary when braking since the
brake servo unit is operative only
when the engine is running.
Considerably greater steering force is
necessary since this unit is operative
only when the engine is running.
To prevent entry of exhaust fumes
from towing vehicle, switch on air
recirculation mode (3 8-3) and close
the windows.
Do not tow the vehicle with a tow
rope3 or tow rod 3 for extended
periods, to avoid causing damage to
the vehicle. Only tow in this manner
on hard-surfaced roads.
Vehicles with manual or automatic
transmission3 can be towed from
the front, provided the front axle is
raised off the ground and the parking
brake is released.
Caution
Drive slowly and avoid jerky
movements. Impermissible tractive
forces could damage the vehicles.

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10-29Vehicle care
Vehicles with manual transmission
can also be towed from the front with
all four wheels on the ground. In this
case, the gearshift lever must be in
neutral with the parking brake
released and the key in ignition
switch position ACC, to permit
release of the steering column lock
before towing.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
attachment anti-clockwise and refit
the cover.Towing another vehicleInterior care
Interior and upholstery
Clean the vehicle interior regularly,
including the instrument panel facia,
using Interior/Upholstery Cleaner.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. To
remove stains, use a cleaner that is
suitable for both fabrics and vinyl.
Clean seat belts only with lukewarm
water or Interior/Upholstery Cleaner.
Caution
Never tow the vehicle with the front
wheels on the ground, to avoid
causing damage to the automatic
transmission 3.
Caution
The rear lashing eye is designed for
shipping purposes only.
Towing another vehicle from the
rear is not permitted!
Caution
Open Velcro fasteners on clothing
could damage seat upholstery.
Make sure that Velcro fasteners are
closed.

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