tailgate VAUXHALL ANTARA 2014 User Guide
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Storage69
Where present, hang the hook to the
upper part of the tailgate opening.
Caution
Only use the hook for hanging up
the rear floor cover and the height adjustable cover.
Caution
Do not allow objects to protrude
above the top of the rear floor
storage compartment, to avoid
damage to the storage area and
the load compartment floor.
Jack and vehicle tools 3 173.
Tyre repair kit 3 179.
Temporary spare wheel 3 185.
Lashing eyes
The lashing eyes are designed to
secure items against slippage, e.g.
using lashing straps or a luggage floor
net.
Two additional lashing eyes are
located in front of the rear seats.
Designed for carrying small, light
items only, a luggage floor net helps keep loads from moving during sharp turns or quick starts and stops.
To install: attach the four net hooks to
the lashing eyes mounted on the load
compartment floor.
Warning triangle Stow the warning triangle below the
floor cover in the load compartment.
First aid kit Stow the first aid kit below the floor
cover in the load compartment.
Fire extinguisher
Stow the fire extinguisher securely in
the load compartment.
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90Instruments and controls
Illuminates when the front fog lights
are switched on 3 108.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the rear fog light is switched on 3 109.
Cruise control
m illuminates yellow or green.
Illuminates yellow
The system is ready for operation.
Illuminates green
A certain speed is stored.
Cruise control 3 140.
Speed warning
à illuminates yellow.
In vehicles equipped with the
overspeed warning light, when
vehicle speed exceeds 75 mph,
control indicator à flashes,accompanied by a warning chime, to
warn the driver to reduce speed as
appropriate.
Trailer indicator á illuminates green.
Illuminates when a trailer is
connected to the vehicle 3 146.
Bonnet open
/ illuminates red.
Illuminates when the bonnet is open.
Stop-start system 3 124.
Door open ( illuminates red.
Illuminates when a door is open or not
securely latched.
Tailgate open
1 illuminates red.
Illuminates when tailgate is open or
not securely latched 3 22.Anti-theft alarm system
a illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when alarm system
monitoring of the passenger
compartment and vehicle inclination
has been switched off with button a in the roof lining.
Anti-theft alarm system 3 24.
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110LightingInterior lightingInstrument panel
illumination control
Brightness of the following lights can
be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
■ Instrument panel illumination
■ Info-Display
■ Illuminated switches and operation elements.
Turn thumb wheel k to the right or left
until the desired brightness is
obtained.
If driver's door is opened or q is
pressed on the remote control,
instrument panel illuminates
automatically for 30 seconds until
ignition switch is turned to position ACC .
Display mode 3 93.
Interior lights
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front and rear courtesy lights
automatically switch on and then off
after a delay.
Notice
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.Front courtesy light
Front and rear reading lights and the
load compartment lights function as
courtesy lights and illuminate when
the doors or the tailgate are opened.
If the doors or tailgate remain open, the lights stay illuminated for
10 minutes. Once all doors and the tailgate are closed, the courtesy lights dim gradually after 10 seconds.
By pressing button d in the roof
lining, both the front and rear reading lights illuminate. Press again to turn
off.
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Lighting111
Courtesy lights can be turned off
immediately by pressing button K.
Ignition switch illumination
Illuminates when you open a door.
Switch off immediately by pressing button K in the roof lining.
Glovebox illumination
Illuminates when the glovebox is
opened.
Load compartment lighting
Illuminates when a door or the tailgate
is opened.
Reading lights
Front reading lights
Operated with the L and M
buttons.
Avoid using front reading lights while
driving in the dark, as they can reduce driver visibility.
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Vehicle care163
1. Remove 2 screws from panel onunderside of vehicle below front
fog lights and remove panel.
2. Disconnect harness connector from bulb holder and rotate bulb
holder anticlockwise.
3. Remove bulb holder from lamp assembly, rotate bulb
anticlockwise and remove from
bulb holder.
4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder and rotate it clockwise.
5. Reinstall bulb holder in lamp assembly and reconnect harnessconnector.
6. Reinstall panel to underside of vehicle using 2 screws removed
earlier.Tail lights
Rear brake, tail, turn signal,
reverse and fog tail light
1. Open the tailgate and remove 2 screws and lamp assembly.
2. Remove bulb holder by rotating it anticlockwise.
3. Remove bulb from bulb holder by pressing the bulb in and rotating it
anticlockwise.
4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder.
5. Reinstall bulb holder into lamp assembly. Rotate bulb holder
clockwise and ensure it is secure.
6. Replace lamp assembly by guiding lugs on lamp assembly
into their corresponding
apertures.
7. Replace 2 screws removed earlier
and close the tailgate.
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172Vehicle care
FuseCircuitAMPAmplifierAPO JACK
(CONSOLE)Power outlet
(centre console)APO JACK
(REAR CARGO)Power outlet
(load compart‐
ment)AWD/VENTAll-wheel drive,
ventilationBCM (CTSY)Courtesy lightsBCM (DIMMER)Instrument illu‐
minationBCM (INT LIGHT
TRLR FOG)Interior lights,
trailer fog lightBCM (PRK/TRN)Parking lights,
turn signalsBCM (STOP)Brake lightsBCM (TRN SIG)Turn signalsBCM (VBATT)Battery voltageFuseCircuitCIMCommunica‐
tions Integration
ModuleCLSTRInstrument
clusterDRLDaytime running
lightsDR/LCKDriver door lockDRVR PWR
SEATDriver power
seatDRV/PWR
WNDWDriver power
windowF/DOOR LOCKFuel filler flapFRT WSRFront washerFSCMFuel systemFSCM/VENT SOLFuel system,
vent solenoidHEATING MAT
SWHeating mat
switchHTD SEAT PWRSeat heatingFuseCircuitHVAC BLWRClimate control,
air conditioning
fanIPCInstrument panel clusterISRVM/RCMInterior mirror,
remote compass moduleKEY CAPTUREKey captureL/GATETailgateLOGISTIC MODELogistic modeOSRVMExterior mirrorsPASS PWR
WNDWPassenger
power windowPWR DIODEPower diodePWR MODINGPower modingRADIORadioRR FOGHeated rear
window
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174Vehicle care
To remove the jack and vehicle tools,open the tailgate.
Push both levers on the floor cover
towards the handle and pull up the
cover by the handle.
Where present, hang the hook to the
upper part of the tailgate opening.
Remove wing bolt from the jack by
rotating it anticlockwise and remove
the jack and wheel wrench bag.
Remove straps holding the bag
containing the wheel wrench.
Remove wheel wrench from the bag.
Vehicles with tyre repair kit
In vehicles with a tyre repair kit, there may not be a jack and vehicle tool kit.
The tyre repair kit is in a storage
compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment.
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Vehicle care175
To remove the tyre repair kit, open thetailgate and pull the floor cover handle
upwards 3 68.
Caution
Do not allow objects to protrude
above the top of the rear floor
storage compartment, to avoid
damage to the storage area and
the load compartment floor.
Wheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb
when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
Winter tyres Winter tyres improve driving safety attemperatures below 7 °C and shouldtherefore be fitted on all wheels.
Tyres of size 215/70 R 16 are
recommended as winter tyres.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.
If winter tyres are installed that have
not been approved for your vehicle,
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
system performance may be affected3 137. Seek the assistance of a
workshop regarding availability of
approved winter tyres.
If winter tyres are in use, the
temporary spare wheel may still be
fitted with a summer tyre. Vehicle
driveability could be affected,
especially on slippery road surfaces.
Spare wheel 3 185.
Tyre designations E.g. 235/65 R 17 104 H235=Tyre width, in mm65=Cross-section ratio (tyre
height to tyre width), %R=Belt type: RadialRF=Type: RunFlat17=Wheel diameter, in inches104=Load index e.g. 91 is
equivalent to 618 kgH=Speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q=up to 100 mphS=up to 112 mphT=up to 118 mphH=up to 130 mph
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180Vehicle care9Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If you have a flat tyre:
Apply the electrical parking brake
3 136 and engage first gear, reverse
gear or P.
The tyre repair kit is in a storage
compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment.
To remove the tyre repair kit, open the
tailgate.
Pull the floor cover handle upwards
3 68.
Vehicle tools 3 173.
Caution
Do not allow objects to protrude
above the top of the rear floor
storage compartment, to avoid
damage to the storage area and
the load compartment floor.
1. Release the sealant filler hose 1
and the power plug 2.
2. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
Screw the sealant filler hose onto
the tyre valve.
3. Connect the power plug to the power outlet. Unplug all items
from other power outlets.
4. Switch on ignition. To avoid discharging the battery, werecommend running the engine.
5. Turn the selector switch anticlockwise to the sealant +
air position.
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186Vehicle care
The temporary spare wheel is locatedin the load compartment below the
floor cover and is secured with a
screw-in retainer.
Push both levers on the floor cover
towards the handle and pull up the
cover by the handle. Hang the hook
to the upper part of the tailgate
opening.
Vehicle tools 3 173.
Remove the retainer by rotating it
anticlockwise and remove temporary
spare wheel from the spare wheel
well.
Only mount one temporary spare
wheel. Do not drive faster than
50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not
use for a long period of time.
When the temporary spare wheel is
fitted, do not take the vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide
rails. The temporary spare wheel may get caught on the rails, causing
damage to the tyre, wheel and other
vehicle parts.
The use of tyre chains is not permitted on the temporary spare wheel.
Tyre chains 3 179.
Directional tyres
Fit directional tyres such that they roll in the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
The following applies to tyres fitted
opposing the rolling direction:
■ Driveability may be affected. Have the defective tyre renewed as soon
as possible and have the wheel
balanced and fitted to the vehicle.■ Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
■ Drive particularly carefully on wet and snow-covered road surfaces.9 Warning
Storing a jack, a wheel or other
equipment in the load
compartment could cause injury if they are not fixed in place
properly. During a sudden stop or
a collision, loose equipment could
cause personal injury or damage
to the vehicle.
Always store the jack and vehicle
tools in their respective storage
compartments and secure them properly.
Always place the damaged wheel
in the load compartment, secured
in the spare wheel well with the
screw-in retainer.