sensor OPEL AMPERA E 2018 Manual user
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In brief91Power windows .....................34
2 Exterior mirrors .....................32
3 Central locking system ..........20
4 Side air vents ...................... 145
5 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low / high beam, high
beam assist ......................... 101
Exit lighting ......................... 103
Parking lights ...................... 102
6 Regeneration on Demand ..159
7 Cruise control .....................163
Speed limiter ....................... 164
Forward collision alert .........166
Heated steering wheel ..........65
8 Instruments .......................... 74
Driver Information Centre ...... 82
9 Forward collision alert
indicator ............................. 166
Front pedestrian alert ..........171
10 Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ................8211Windscreen wiper and
washer, rear wiper and
washer ................................. 66
12 Centre air vents .................. 145
13 Info display ........................... 85
14 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 29
Light sensor .......................... 99
Charging status indicator ....203
15 Glovebox .............................. 57
16 Climate control system ........ 141
17 Hazard warning flashers ....101
Sport mode ........................ 153
Traction Control system .....161
Electronic Stability Control . 162
Parking assist / Advanced
parking assist .....................173
Lane keep assist ................190
18 Power outlet .......................... 69
19 Selector lever ...................... 153
20 USB port
21 Controls for Info display
operation .............................. 85
22 Parking brake ......................15823Power button ....................... 148
24 Steering wheel adjustment ..65
25 Horn ..................................... 66
26 Bonnet release lever ..........212
27 Fuse box ............................ 227
28 Light switch .......................... 98
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 100
Rear fog lights ....................101
Instrument illumination .......102
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12In briefWasher and wiper systems
Windscreen wiperHI:fastLO:slowAUTO:automatic wiping with rain
sensorOFF:off
For single wipe when the wiper is off, press lever down to position 1x.
Windscreen wiper 3 66.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever.
Windscreen washer system 3 66.
Washer fluid 3 215.
Wiper blade replacement 3 218.
Rear window wiper
Turn outer cap to activate the rear
window wiper:
OFF:offINT:intermittent operationON:continuous operation
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Keys, doors and windows33Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing Ü.
The LED in the button indicates
activation.
Heating works after the vehicle has
been started and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Interior mirrors
Automatic anti-dazzle
Dazzle from following vehicles at
night is automatically reduced.
Windows
Windscreen Windscreen stickers
Do not attach stickers such as toll
road stickers or similar on the
windscreen in the area of the interior
mirror. Otherwise the detection zone
of the sensor and the view area of the camera in the windshield array near
the interior mirror could be restricted.
Windscreen replacementCaution
If the vehicle has a front-looking
camera sensor for the driver
assistance systems, it is very
important that any windscreen
replacement is performed
accurately according to Opel
specifications. Otherwise, these
systems may not work properly
and there is a risk of unexpected
behaviour and / or messages from these systems.
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Seats, restraints45Airbag system
The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.
When triggered, the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision. When triggered
the high voltage system of the vehicle
is also deactivated.9 Warning
The airbag system deploys in an
explosive manner, repairs must be performed by skilled personnel
only.
9 Warning
Adding accessories that change
the vehicle's frame, bumper
system, height, front end or side
sheet metal, may keep the airbag
system from working properly. The operation of the airbag system can
also be affected by changing any
parts of the front seats, seat belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic
module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, inner door seals including the speakers, any of the
airbag modules, ceiling or pillar
trim, front sensors, side impact
sensors or airbag wiring.
Note
The airbag sensing and diagnostic module is located in the centre
console area. Do not put any
magnetic objects in this area.
Do not affix any objects onto the
airbag covers and do not cover them with other materials. Have damagedcovers replaced by a workshop.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it may be
necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle operating
permit.
Control indicator v for airbag systems
3 78.
Child restraint systems on front
passenger seat with airbag
systems
Warning according to ECE R94.02:
EN: NEVER use a rearward-facing
child restraint on a seat protected by
an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it;
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur.
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62StorageRoof rack systemRoof rackFor safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact your workshop.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
To fasten the roof rack, insert the
mounting bolts in the holes indicated
in the figure.
Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests. Make
sure that the backrests are
securely engaged, i.e. no longer
showing the red markings near the release lever. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes3 61.
● Secure loose objects in the load
compartment to prevent themfrom sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be
angled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not
cover the sensor on top of the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement
of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.
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66Instruments and controlsThe recommended grip areas of the
steering wheel are heated quicker
and to a higher temperature than the
other areas.
Heating is operational after the
vehicle has been started.
Horn
Press j
.
Pedestrian safety alert Pedestrian safety signal enables thedriver to alert people who may not
hear the vehicle approaching.
The automatic sound is generated to
indicate the vehicle presence to
pedestrians. The sound changes if the vehicle is speeding up or slowing
down. It is activated when the vehicle
is shifted into a forward gear or R, up
to 23 km/h.
This feature can be deactivated in the vehicle settings.
Vehicle personalisation 3 91.
Windscreen wiper/washerHI:fastLO:slowAUTO:automatic wiping with rain
sensorOFF:off
In AUTO position, the rain sensor
detects the amount of water on the
windscreen and automatically
regulates the frequency of the
windscreen wiper.
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever downwards to position 1x.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
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Instruments and controls67Wiper lever in position AUTO.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Low sensitivity: turn adjuster wheel
downwards
High sensitivity: turn adjuster wheel upwards
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Washer fluid 3 215.
Rear window wiper/washer
Rear window wiper
Turn outer cap to activate the rear
window wiper:
OFF:offINT:intermittent operationON:continuous operation
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
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80Instruments and controlsABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 157.
Sport mode
3 illuminates when Sport mode
is selected.
Sport mode 3 153.
Lane keep assist
a illuminates green or yellow, or
flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
The system is switched on and ready to operate.
Illuminates yellow
The system approaches a detected
lane marking without using the turn
signal in that direction.
Flashes yellow The system recognises that the laneis departed significantly.Lane keep assist 3 190.
Electronic Stability Control
off
n illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Flashes
The system is active and is working to assist the driver with directional
control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions.
Electronic Stability Control 3 162.Traction Control system 3 161.
Traction Control system off k illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
wheel). After 60 to 90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Immobiliser
d illuminates yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
propulsion system cannot be started.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
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Lighting99Automatic light control
When the automatic light control
function is switched on and the
vehicle is switched on, the system
switches between daytime running
lights and headlights automatically
depending on the external lighting
conditions.
Daytime running light 3 101.
Automatic headlight activation During poor lighting conditions
headlights are switched on.
Additionally, headlights, parking
lights and other exterior lights are
switched on if the windscreen wipers
have been activated. The transition
time for the lights coming on varies
based on wiper speed. When the
wipers are not operating, these lights
turn off. Move the exterior light control
to m or 8 to disable this feature.
Note
Do not cover the light sensor
otherwise the AUTO mode will not
operate properly.
Tunnel detection
When a tunnel is entered headlights
are switched on.
High beamPush lever to switch from low to high
beam.
Pull lever to deactivate high beam.
High beam assist This feature allows the high beam to
function as main driving light at night.
The camera in the windscreen
detects the lights of oncoming or
preceding vehicles. High beam can
be triggered or faded out particularly
according to the traffic situation. This
gives the best light distribution
without dazzling other road users.
Once activated, high beam assist remains active and switches high
beam on and off depending on
surrounding conditions. The latest
setting of the high beam assist will
remain after the vehicle is switched
on again.
Activation
Activate high beam assist by pressing f once. High beam is switched on
automatically at a speed above
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Climate control141Climate controlClimate control systems.............141
Electronic climate control system .................................... 141
Air vents ..................................... 145
Adjustable air vents .................145
Fixed air vents ......................... 145
Maintenance .............................. 146
Air intake ................................. 146
Pollen filter ............................... 146
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 146
Service .................................... 146Climate control systems
Electronic climate control system
Note
Do not cover the sensor located on top of the instrument panel,
otherwise the automatic climate
control system may not work
properly.
In automatic mode, temperature, fan
speed and air distribution are
regulated automatically.Controls for:
● temperature
● air distribution h, B ,C
● fan speed E
● automatic mode AUTO
● demisting and defrosting h
MAX
Heated rear window f 3 35.
Heated exterior mirrors Ü 3 33.
Climate touch screen controls
● system on or off ON/OFF
● heating and cooling HEAT & A/C