maintenance OPEL AGILA 2009 Owners Manual

-1-1 Contents
ContentsIn brief ......................................... 1-1
Keys, doors and windows .......... 2-1
Seats, restraints and interior ....... 3-1
Storage compartments................ 4-1
Instruments and controls............. 5-1
Lighting ....................................... 6-1
Infotainment system .................... 7-1
Climate controls .......................... 8-1
Driving and operating .................. 9-1
Vehicle care .............................. 10-1
Service and maintenance ......... 11-1
Technical data........................... 12-1
Index ........................................ 13-1

0-1 Introduction
Introduction
Vehicle specific data
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FuelDesignation
Engine oil
Grade
Viscosity
Tyre pressureTyre size with up to 3 persons with full load
Summer tyres Front Rear Front Rear
Winter tyres Front Rear Front Rear
WeightsPermissible Gross
Vehicle Weight
– EC kerb
weight
= Payload

2-2Keys, doors and windows
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the remote control,
this may be due to the following
reasons:
„The remote control is out of range.
„The battery voltage of the remote
control is too low. Change the
battery in the remote control unit.
„Interference from higher power
radio waves from other sources.
Lock or unlock the doors manually
using the key or central locking switch
3 2-3, 2-4.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
rectify the cause of the fault.
Changing battery in remote
control unit
Replace the battery (CR 1620 or
equivalent) in accordance with the
chapter “Service and maintenance”
311-2 or when the range of the
remote control starts to become
reduced.
Remove screw on key cover and
remove the transmitter.
Prise apart both halves of transmitter
with a suitable screwdriver.Replace battery, ensuring the new
battery is installed correctly with
positive (+) side facing the positive
(+) terminal.
Reattach both halves of transmitter
and reinstall in holder, ensuring it
engages correctly.
Replace cover and tighten screw.
Battery disposal
Batteries are not to be treated as
household waste. They should be
disposed of at a designated collection
point for recycling.

7-10 Infotainment system
Selecting next or previous MP3
folder3
If the MP3 CD consists of several
folders, the required folder can be
selected as follows:
Press the DISC/FLD + button c to
skip to the next folder.
Press the - DISC/FLD button d to
skip back to the previous folder.
Displaying MP3 text
MP3 text types appear in the
following order when the TEXT
buttona is pressed repeatedly:
„Elapsed time,
„Folder name,
„File name.
Press and hold the TEXT buttona
for approx. 2 seconds to enable
scrolling text.
Removing CDs
Press the f button 1.
The CD is ejected.
Maintenance and care
„Never insert foreign objects in the
CD slot.
„If “ERROR 1” appears in the
display, the disc cannot be read. If
a normal, undamaged disc is
inserted and the message remains,
seek the assistance of a workshop.
„If “ERROR 3” appears in the
display, the player has developed
an unidentified error. The inserted
disc may not eject. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
„Do not use commercially available
CD protection sheets or discs
equipped with stabilisers, as they
may get trapped in the internal
mechanism.
„Do not use any abrasive chemicals,
cleaning solutions or strong
cleaners. Use only a soft cloth
moistened with soapy water.
„The system must only be serviced
by trained specialists. Faulty
installation or servicing may
invalidate the unit’s warranty.Mobile telephones and
radio equipment (CB) 3
Installation and operation
The Opel installation instructions and
the operating guidelines provided by
the telephone manufacturer must be
observed when fitting and operating a
mobile telephone.
Failure to do so could invalidate the
vehicle’s operating permit
(EU Directive 95/54/EG).
Requirements to ensure trouble-free
operation:
„Professionally installed exterior
antenna, to obtain the maximum
range possible
„Maximum transmission power
10 Watts.
„Installation of the telephone in a
suitable spot (front centre console).
Obtain advice on predetermined
installation locations for the external
antenna and equipment holder and
ways of using devices with
transmission power of more than
10 Watts.

8-6Climate controls
Maintenance
Air intake
The air intakes in front of the
windscreen in the engine
compartment must be kept clear to
allow air intake. Remove any leaves,
dirt or snow.
Pollen filter
The pollen filter cleans dust, soot,
pollen and spores from the air
entering from outside. Replace the pollen filter at the
intervals given in the chapter “Service
and maintenance” 311-2.

10-3Vehicle care
To close, lift bonnet slightly, release
the support rod from the hole and
press it back into its retaining clip.
Lower the bonnet gradually, allowing
it to drop from a height of approx.
30 cm.
Check that the bonnet is locked in
position before driving, by pulling at
its front edge. If it is not engaged,
repeat closing procedure.
Engine oil
Information on engine oil is in the
chapter “Service and maintenance”
311-6.
We recommend the engine oil level is
checked before starting a long trip.
The engine oil level must be checked
with the vehicle horizontal and with
the engine (which must be at
operating temperature) switched off.
Wait a few minutes before checking
the level to allow the normal oil
accumulation in the engine to drain
back into the oil pan.
Pull out dipstick from the tube, wipe it
clean and re-insert it as far as it will
go. After pulling the dipstick out again, check the engine oil level,
ensuring it is between the lower and
upper (MIN and MAX) marks.
The illustrations show checking the
engine oil in the K 10 B and K 12 B
petrol engines and the diesel engines
respectively.
Top up if the engine oil level has
dropped to the "add oil" lower mark
(MIN mark).

10-6 Vehicle care
Replacing rear window wiper
Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade
as shown in illustration and remove.
Brakes
Brake pads worn to their minimum
thickness may generate a grinding
noise. It is possible to continue
driving.
Have your brake pads replaced as
soon as possible.
Do not brake unnecessarily hard
during the first 200 km (125 miles)
after new brakes have been fitted.Brake/clutch fluid level
The brake fluid level in the reservoir
must not be higher than the MAX
mark or lower than the MIN mark.
Use only approved high performance
brake fluid.Extreme cleanliness is important,
since brake fluid contamination can
lead to brake system malfunctions.
After correcting the brake fluid level,
seek the assistance of a workshop to
rectify the cause of the fluid loss.
Battery
The battery is maintenance-free.
Batteries are not to be treated as
household waste. They should be
disposed of at a designated collection
point for recycling.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
4 weeks can lead to battery
discharge. Disconnect battery from
on-board power supply by detaching
negative terminal.
Ensure that the ignition is switched off
before reconnecting the battery.
Control indicator Z illuminates in the
instrument cluster then extinguishes
after the engine is started when the
system has been correctly calibrated.
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Do not allow it to
contact eyes, skin, fabrics or
painted surfaces; direct contact
may cause injuries and damage.

10-31Vehicle care
Polishing
Polishing is necessary only if the
paint has become dull or if solid
deposits have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts should not be
treated with wax and polish.
Use Metallic Paintwork Wax on
vehicles with a metallic-effect paint
finish.
Plastic and rubber parts
For additional cleaning of plastic and
rubber parts, use a cleaner suitable
for vehicle interiors. Do not use any
other agent, and in particular do not
use solvents or petrol.
Windows and wiper blades
When cleaning the heated rear
window, make sure that the heating
element on the inside of the window
is not damaged. Never place stickers
on the inside of the rear window.Use a soft, lint-free cloth or chamois
leather, in conjunction with Window
Cleaning Spray and Insect Remover.
Do not use sharp instruments or
abrasive cleaners.
Windscreen Wash Solvent is suitable
for de-icing windows.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
commercially available sharp-edged
ice scraper. Press the scraper firmly
against the glass so that no dirt can
get under it and scratch the glass.
Wax, such as that used in car
washes, can cause streaks to form on
the windscreen when the wipers are
used.
Wiper blades can be cleaned with a
soft cloth and Windscreen Wash
Solvent. Do not use abrasive
cleaners.Tyres and wheels
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners
on wheels and tyres.
Use a pH-neutral wheel cleaning
agent to clean the wheels.Avoid using abrasive materials and
brushes that can damage the finish.
Wheels are painted and can be
treated with the same agents as the
body. For alloy wheels 3, we
recommend the use of Alloy Wheel
Preserver.
Paint damage
Repair small areas of paint damage
such as stone impacts, scratches etc.
before rust can form. If rust has
already formed, have the cause
remedied. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Underbody
Your vehicle has a factory-applied
PVC undercoating in the wheel
arches (including the longitudinal
members) which provides permanent
protection and needs no special
maintenance. The surfaces of the
vehicle underbody not covered by
PVC are provided with a durable
protective wax coating in critical
areas.

11-1Service and maintenance
Service and
maintenanceScheduled
maintenance
Service intervals
Interim Service
Due every 15,000 km (10,000 miles)
or 1 year, whichever occurs first.
Main Service
Due every 30,000 km (20,000 miles)
or 2 years, whichever occurs first.
The service intervals are based on
average operating conditions. For
severe operating conditions 311-5.
Service interval display 35-14.
Engine oil life monitor 35-14.Confirmations
Confirmation of Service is recorded in
the spaces provided in the Service
and Warranty Booklet. The date and
kilometre/mileage reading is
completed with the stamp and
signature of the Servicing Workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty or
goodwill claims are to be met, and is
also a benefit when you come to sell
the vehicle. Scheduled maintenance ....... 11-1
Service schedule .................. 11-2
Additional servicing ............... 11-5
Recommended fluids and
lubricants ............................ 11-5

11-2 Service and maintenance
Service schedule
⊕Additional operations.o Under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced.
Service operations by year 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
1
15
102
30
203
45
304
60
405
75
506
90
60
Controls, lighting, signalling equipment and airbags: visual checkxxxxxx
Remote control batteries: replace every 2 years
Windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system: check, correctxxxxxx
Coolant level and antifreeze: check, correct
Hoses: check for tightness and secure seatingxxxxxx
Coolant: change every 3 years/45,000 km/30,000 miles
Brake fluid level: check, correct x x x
Battery terminals: check for secure connections and battery eyexxxxxx
Pollen filter: replace x x x
oMore often for when dust, sand or pollen is in the air agreement with customer
oAir cleaner element: inspect - petrol engines only xxxxxx
Air cleaner element: replace - petrol and diesel engines x x
⊕Spark plugs: replace every 7 years/105,000 km/70,000 miles