engine OPEL MERIVA 2009 User Guide

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Instruments, Controls
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Flashes

System converted to symmetrical dipped
beam.
Control indicator
B
flashes for
approximately 4 seconds after the ignition
is switched on as a reminder that the
system has been converted 3110.
AFL 3106.
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Fog lamps 3
Control indicator lights up green.
This comes on when the front fog lamps
are switched on 3103.
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A

Engine electronics, transmission
electronics, immo biliser, diesel fuel filter 3
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow.
It illuminates for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Fault in engine electronics or transmission
electronics. Electr onics switches to
emergency running program, fuel
consumption may increase and driveability
of vehicle may be affected 3143. If the
fault is still there when the engine is started
again, contact a workshop for assistance.
For vehicles with diesel engine, the diesel
fuel filter may need to be drained of water
3 212.
Flashes when the ignition is onFault in the electronic immobiliser system;
the engine cannot be started 327. Z

Exhaust emission
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow.
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Fault in emission control system. The
permissible emission limits may be
exceeded. Contact a workshop for
assistance immediately.
If it flashes when the engine is runningFault that could lead to catalytic converter
damage. Ease up on the throttle until the
flashing stops 3143. Seek the immediate
assistance of a workshop. v
Airbag systems 3, Belt tensioners
Control indicator lights up red.
Illuminates when the engine is runningFault in zone of airbag system or belt
tensioners 361, 372.

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I

Engine oil pressure
Control indicator lights up red
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
1. Depress clutch.
2. Move gearshift lever to neutral, or with
manual transmissi on automated 3 place
selector lever in N.
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3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly
as possible without impeding other
vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
Contact a workshop for assistance.
Caution
Engine lubrication may be interrupted.
This may result in damage to the engine
and/or locking of the drive wheels.
9 Warning
When the engine is off, considerably
more force is needed to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle has
come to a standstill, otherwise the
steering column lock could engage
unexpectedly.
O

Turn signal lamps
Control indicator flashes green.
The control indicator flashes if a turn signal
or the hazard warning flashers are
activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a direction
indicator lamp or associated fuse.
Change bulbs 3 185. Fuses 3182.
C

Main beam
Control indicator lights up blue.
It is illuminated when main beam is on and
during headlamp flash 311, 3102.
j

Automatic transmission 3, start engine.
Control indicator lights up yellow.
The engine can only be started if the foot
brake is depressed. If the foot brake is not
depressed, the control indicator illuminates
3 130.

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Instruments, Controls
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T
Winter mode for manual transmission
automated 3
Control indicator lights up yellow.
Control indicator lights up when winter
program is enabled 3132. m

Cruise control 3
Control indicator lights up green
This comes on when the system is switched
on 3148.
r
Fog tail lamp
Control indicator lights up yellow.
This comes on when the fog tail lamp is
switched on 3104.
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Alternator
Control indicator lights up red.
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Contact a workshop
immediately. R

Brake system, clutch system
Control indicator lights up or flashes red.
Illuminated
Illuminates when the ignition is switched on
if the hand brake is applied 3151.
Lights up when the hand brake is released
when the fluid level for the brake or clutch
systems is low 3214.
FlashesOn vehicles with manual transmission
automated 3, control indicator R flashes
for a few seconds after the ignition is
switched off when the hand brake has not
been applied. u

Anti-lock brake system
Control indicator lights up red.
Illuminates while driving
Fault in anti-lock braking system 3152. S

Engine oil level 3
Control indicator lights up yellow.
The engine oil level is checked
automatically 3.
Illuminates when the engine is running

Engine oil level too lo w. Check engine oil
level and top up engine oil if necessary
3 210.
9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your journey.
Consult a workshop.

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EPS
1)
Electric power steering
Control indicator lights up yellow.
Fault in electr ical power steering. Vehicle
can still be driven, but greater force is
required for steering. Contact a workshop
immediately.
v
Electronic Stability Program (ESP ®
Plus
)3
Control indicator flashes or lights up
yellow.
Flashing during driving
System engages 3146.
Illuminates while drivingFault in system 3146.
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Y
Fuel level
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow.
Lamps

Level in fuel tank too low.
Flashes
Fuel level is used up, fuel immediately.
Never let the tank run dry!
Erratic fuel supply can cause catalytic
converter to overheat 3142.
Diesel engines: Bleed the fuel system after
running empty 3165.
1)EPS
= Electric
Power
Steering.
!

Preheating system 3, Diesel particle
filter 3
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow.
Illuminated
Preheating activated. Only activates when
outside temperatures are low.
Flashes(in vehicles with dies el particle filter)
Control indicator ! flashes if the filter
requires cleaning and previous driving
conditions did not permit automatic
cleaning. Continue driving and if possible
do not allow engine speed to drop
below 2000 rpm.
The control indicator ! goes off as soon
as the self-cleaning op eration is complete.
Diesel particle filter 3 144.

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Instruments, Controls
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Seat occupancy recognition 3
3 67, 372.
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Instrument display In some versions, the indicators of the
instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched on.
Tachometer
Displays the engine rpm.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each
gear as much as possible.
Speedometer
Speed display. Picture no:
Kilometre display
If the ignition is off the mileage is displayed
for approx. 15 seconds by briefly pressing
the reset knob.
Top line:
Trip odometerDisplays the number of
kilometres since the
gauge was reset.
To reset, hold the reset knob depressed for
a few seconds with the ignition on.
Bottom line:
OdometerRecords the number of kilometres.
Maintenance, Inspection system, 389,
3 208.
Caution
If the pointer is in the warning zone, the
maximum permitted engine speed is
exceeded. Engine at risk.

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Coolant temperature display
Coolant temperature display For physical reasons, the engine
temperature gauge shows the coolant
temperature only if the coolant level is
adequate.
During operation the system is pressurised.
The temperature may therefore rise briefly
to over 100 C.
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Fuel gauge
Fuel tank level display.
If the fuel level is too low, a warning lamp
lights up
Y. When the light flashes, refuel as
soon as possible.
Never run the tank dry!
Because of the fuel remaining in the tank,
the amount of fuel required to fill the
tank may be less than the specified tank
capacity.
Pointer in zone at
left
= Engine operating
temperature not yet
reached.
Pointer between
the zones = Normal operating
temperature.
Pointer in zone at
right (warning
zone) = Temperature too
high: Stop vehicle
and switch off
engine. Danger to
engine. Check
coolant level
immediately 3 213.

100 Instruments, ControlsWarning buzzersWhen starting the engine or whilst
driving:
zIf seat belt is not fastened 3.
z If the speed programmed at the
factory 3 is exceeded.
z If the car has automated manual
transmission 3 and the driver’s door is
opened when the engine is running, a
gear is engaged and the foot brake is
not depressed.
When the vehicle is parked and the
driver’s door is opened:
z when the key is in the ignition switch
z with parking lamps or dipped beam on
z if the turn signal stalk is engaged
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Windscreen wipers Windscreen wipers
To activate, press stalk briefly up Adjustable wipe interval
3
Setting wiper interval to a value between
2 and 15 seconds: Stalk to timed interval
wipe $, stalk to § , wait for desired
interval, stalk back to timed interval
wipe $.
The selected interval will remain stored
until the next time it is changed or until the
ignition is switched off.
After turning on the ignition and setting the
lever to $, the interval is set to 7 seconds.
& =Fast
% =Slow
$ = Adjustable timed interval wipe
§ =Off

116 Climate control
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Heating and ventilation system Temperature
Adjusted using left-hand rotary switch.
The amount of heat is dependent on the
coolant temperature and is thus not fully
attained until the engine is warm.
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Air flow
Adjusted using centre rotary switch.
The rate of air flow is determined by the
fan. The fan should therefore also be
switched on during a journey.
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Air distribution
Set using right rotary switch.
Open the air vents when the switch is set
toL or M .
red area = warm
blue area = cold
x
off
1-4 selected fan speed
Vto windscreen and front side
windows
J towards windscreen, front door
windows and footwell
K to footwell
L towards head area and footwell
M towards head area

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Climate control
Air conditioning system
3
As a supplement to the heating and
ventilation system, the air conditioning
system cools and dehumidifies (dries)
inflowing air.
If cooling or dehumidification is not
desired, switch off cooling in order to save
fuel.
Cooling switches off automatically at low
outside temperatures.
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Cooling n
Only operate with the engine and fan
running. Activate and deactivate with
the nbutton.
When cooling is active (AC compressor) the
air is cooled and dehumid ified. If cooling or
dehumidification is not desired, switch off
cooling in order to save fuel.
Cooling switches off automatically at low
outside temperatures.
When cooling operates, condensation
forms and drips from the underside of the
vehicle.
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Air recirculation system 4
The air recirculation mode of the
ventilation system is activated and
deactivated by pressing the 4 button.
If fumes or unpleasant odours penetrate
from outside: Temporarily switch on air
recirculation system 4.
To increase cooling at high outside
temperatures, switch on the air
recirculation system briefly.

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Climate control
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Maximum cooling
Briefly open windows, sun roof and tilting
roof 3 so that warm air can escape quickly.
z Cooling n on
z Air recirculation system 4 on
z Turn the temperature switch
anticlockwise as far as it will go (cold)
z Set fan to 4
z Set air distribution switch to M
z Open all air vents
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Demisting and defrosting windows
Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp
weather, damp clothing or low outside
temperatures: z
Cooling n on, the air conditioning
compressor automatically switches itself
off at low outside temperatures (icing).
z Turn the temperature switch clockwise.
z Set fan to 3 or 4 .
z Air distribution switch to V, air
recirculation system 4 automatically
switches off,
– or –
if there is still moisture in the system after
previous air conditioning operation, the
windows may mist up. To prevent this,
set air distribution to K before starting
engine and set to V approx. 5 seconds
after starting.
z Activate heated rear window Ü.
z Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards the side windows.
9 Warning
Disregard of the instructions could lead
to misting or icing of the windows and
subsequent accidents due to impaired
visibility.