battery replacement OPEL AMPERA E 2019 Owner's Manual

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Keys, doors and windows192. Insert the key blade for approx.6 mm and turn the key to open thehousing. Further insertion of the
key blade can damage the
housing.
3. Remove and replace battery. Use
CR 2032 or equivalent battery.
Pay attention to the installation
position.
4. Close the housing and insert key blade.
Radio remote control
synchronisation
After replacing the battery, unlock the
door with the key in the driver's door
lock. The radio remote control will be
synchronised when you switch on the
vehicle.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in radio remote control.
● The range is exceeded.
● The battery voltage is too low.● Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while notin range, which will require re-
synchronisation.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Manual unlocking 3 20.
Electronic key systemEnables a keyless operation of the
following functions:
● central locking system 3 20
● tailgate 3 29
● starting and stopping the vehicle 3 150
The electronic key simply needs to be on the driver's person.
Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 17.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Note
Do not put the electronic key into the
load compartment or in front of the
Info Display.
Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for
battery replacement is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 89.

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20Keys, doors and windowsBattery replacement in the electronic
key 3 17.
Electronic key synchronisation
The electronic key synchronises itself automatically during every starting
procedure.
Fault
If the central locking cannot be
operated or the propulsion system
cannot be started, the cause may be
one of the following:
● Fault in electronic key.
● Electronic key is out of reception range.
● The battery voltage is too low.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
To rectify the cause of the fault,
change the position of the electronic
key.
Manual unlocking 3 20.Memorised settings
Whenever the ignition is switched off, some functions of the following
settings may be automatically
memorised by the remote control unit
or the electronic key:
● automatic climate control
● lighting
● Infotainment system
● central locking system
● comfort settings
The saved settings are automatically
used the next time the vehicle is
switched on with the memorised
electronic key 3 19.
A precondition is that Personalisation
by driver is activated in the personal
settings of the Info Display. This must be set for each electronic key which is
used. The status change is available
only after locking and unlocking the
vehicle.
Vehicle personalisation 3 90.Central locking system
Unlocks and locks doors and load
compartment.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the respective door. Pulling
the handle once more opens the door.
Note
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.
Note
A short time after unlocking with the
remote control the doors are locked
automatically if no door has been
opened. A precondition is that the
setting is activated in the vehicle
personalisation 3 90.

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Vehicle care209Vehicle careGeneral Information...................209
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 209
Lifting the vehicle .....................210
Vehicle storage ........................210
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....211
Vehicle checks ........................... 211
Performing work ......................211
Bonnet ..................................... 212
Cooling system ........................213
Washer fluid ............................ 215
Brakes ..................................... 215
Brake fluid ............................... 215
Vehicle battery ......................... 216
Wiper blade replacement ........218
Headlight aiming ......................218
Bulb replacement .......................219
Halogen bulbs ......................... 219
Xenon headlights .....................219
Front turn lights .......................219
Tail lights ................................. 220
Side turn lights ......................... 220
Number plate light ...................221Electrical system ........................222
High voltage devices and wiring ...................................... 222
Electrical system overload .......222
Fuses ....................................... 222
Engine compartment fuse box . 224
Instrument panel fuse box .......227
Vehicle tools .............................. 230
Tools ........................................ 230
Wheels and tyres .......................230
Tyres ....................................... 230
Winter tyres ............................. 231
Tyre designations ....................231
Tyre pressure .......................... 231
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 232
Tread depth ............................. 234
Changing tyre and wheel size . 235
Wheel covers ........................... 235
Tyre chains .............................. 236
Tyre repair kit .......................... 236
Jump starting ............................. 240
Towing ....................................... 242
Towing the vehicle ...................242
Towing another vehicle ...........243
Appearance care .......................243
Exterior care ............................ 243
Interior care ............................. 245General Information
Accessories and vehiclemodifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products - even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Any modification, conversion or other
changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control units) may invalidate the warranty
offered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may affect driver assistance
systems and energy consumption.
They may also invalidate the vehicle
operating permit.Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.

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216Vehicle careWhen the vehicle has not been
running for at least 1 minute, the
maximum fluid level is at the top of the reservoir body. When the vehicle is
running, the brake fluid level must be
between the MIN and MAX marks.
If the brake fluid level is below MIN
seek the assistance of a workshop.
After work is done on the brake
hydraulic system, make sure the fluid
level is in the proper operating range
between the MIN and MAX marks
when the vehicle is running. Only use high-performance brake fluid
approved for the vehicle. Consult a
workshop.
Brake fluid 3 247.
Vehicle battery9 Danger
Only a trained service technician
with the proper knowledge and
tools may inspect, test or replace
the high voltage battery.
Seek the assistance of a
workshop if the high voltage
battery needs service.
This vehicle has a high voltage
battery and a 12 V vehicle battery.
If the vehicle is involved in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the
high voltage system. If this occurs,
the high voltage battery will be
disconnected and the vehicle will not
start.
A service message will be displayed
in the Driver Information Centre.
Before the vehicle can be operated
again, it must be serviced at a
workshop.
Airbag system 3 45.
A vehicle cover, which can reduce
sun loading on the vehicle and
improve high voltage battery life, is
available from your Opel Ampera-e
Service Partner.
The Opel Ampera-e Service Partner has information on how to recycle the high voltage battery.
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
when fully charged, to keep the high
voltage battery temperature ready for
the next drive. This is important when
outside temperatures are extremely
hot or cold.
Refer to the replacement number
shown on the original 12 V vehicle
battery label if a new 12 V vehicle
battery is required. The vehicle has
an Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12 V
vehicle battery.
Installation of a standard 12 V vehicle battery will result in reduced 12 V
vehicle battery life. When using a 12 V battery charger on the AGM
12 V vehicle battery, note that some chargers have an AGM battery
setting on the charger. If available,
use the AGM setting on the charger to limit charge voltage to 14.8 V.
Follow the charger manufacturer's
instructions.

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262IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 209
Activating Bluetooth music .........127
Activating phone .........................136
Activating radio ........................... 119
Activating USB audio ..................127
Activating USB movie .................130
Activating USB picture ................129
Active emergency braking ..........168
Adjustable air vents ...................145
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........78
Airbag deactivation ................49, 78
Airbag label................................... 45 Airbag system .............................. 45
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 146
Air intake .................................... 146
Air vents...................................... 145
Antilock brake system ................ 157
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......79
Anti-theft alarm system ................30
Anti-theft locking system .............. 29
Appearance care ........................243
Armrest ................................... 40, 42
Armrest storage ........................... 58
Audio files ................................... 125
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................33
Automatic light control .................99
Automatic locking ........................25Auto volume................................ 115
AUX Connecting device ..................125
General information ................125
B Basic operation ........................... 112
Battery discharge protection ......104
Battery gauge ............................... 74
Battery voltage ............................. 90
Belts.............................................. 42
Bluetooth Bluetooth connection ..............133
Bluetooth music menu ............127
Connecting device ..................125
General information ................125
Pairing ..................................... 133
Phone ...................................... 136
Bluetooth connection ..................133
Bonnet ....................................... 212
Brake fluid .......................... 215, 247
Brakes ............................... 157, 215
Brake system ............................... 79
Breakdown.................................. 242
BringGo ...................................... 131
Bulb replacement ....................... 219
C Call Functions during a call ............136
Incoming call ........................... 136

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267UUltrasonic parking assist............. 173
Upholstery .................................. 245
Usage ......................... 109, 119, 132
AUX ......................................... 125
Bluetooth ................................. 125
iPod ......................................... 125
Menu ....................................... 112
Phone ...................................... 136
Radio ....................................... 119
USB ......................................... 125
USB Connecting device ..................125
General information ................125
USB audio menu .....................127
USB movie menu ....................130
USB picture menu ...................129
USB port ....................................... 69
Using smartphone applications ..131
Using this manual ..........................2
V Vehicle battery ........................... 216
Vehicle checks............................ 211
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 258
Vehicle detected ahead ................81
Vehicle dimensions .................... 252
Vehicle Identification Number ....249
Vehicle messages .......................89Vehicle personalisation ...............90
Vehicle ready ................................ 81
Vehicle security ............................ 29
Vehicle storage ........................... 210
Vehicle tools ............................... 230
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 4
Vehicle weight ........................... 251
Voice recognition ........................132
Volume Auto volume ............................ 115
Maximum startup volume ........115
Mute function........................... 109
Ring tone volume ....................115
Setting the volume ..................109
Speed compensated volume ..115
Touch beep volume ................115
TP volume ............................... 115
Volume limitation at high
temperatures ........................... 109
Volume settings .......................... 115
W
Warning chimes ........................... 90
Warning lights ............................... 74
Warning triangle .......................... 61
Washer and wiper systems .........12
Washer fluid ............................... 215
Waveband selection ...................119
Wheel covers ............................. 235
Wheels and tyres .......................230Windows....................................... 33
Windscreen................................... 33
Windscreen wiper and washer ....66
Winter tyres ............................... 231
Wiper blade replacement ..........218
X
Xenon headlights .......................219