ignition VAUXHALL CORSA 2015 User Guide

28Keys, doors and windowsExterior mirrors
Convex shape
The convex exterior mirror contains
an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes
objects appear smaller, which will
affect the ability to estimate
distances.
Electric adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror by
pressing the rocker switch to the left (L) or right (R). Then swivel the
control : to adjust the mirror.
Rocker switch in center position: no
mirror is selected to be adjusted.
Folding mirrors
For pedestrian safety, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the
mirror by applying slight pressure to
the mirror housing.
Parking position
The exterior mirrors can be folded in
by pressing gently on the outer edge
of the housing, e.g. when in a
confined parking situation.
Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Mirror heating works with the engine
running.
It is switched off automatically after
six minutes.
Pressing button Ü once more during
the same ignition cycle allows the
heating to operate for another
three minutes.

30Keys, doors and windowsPower windows9Warning
Take care when operating the
power windows. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
Be careful when closing the
windows. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they
move.
Operable with ignition on (position 2)
3 129.
Retained power off 3 129.
Operate the switch in the door trim for
the respective window by pushing to
open or pulling to close.
Open Short push: window opens stepwise.
Longer push: window opens
automatically up to endposition. To
stop movement, operate switch once
more.
Close
Short pull: window closes stepwise.
Longer pull: window closes
automatically up to endposition. To
stop movement, operate switch once
more.
Safety function If the window glass encounters
resistance above the middle of the
window during automatic closing, it is
immediately stopped and opened
again.Override safety function
In the event of closing difficulties due
to frost or the like, switch on the
ignition, then pull the switch several
times to close the windows in stages.
Overload If the windows are repeatedly
operated at short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
Fault
If the windows cannot be opened or
closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows:
1. Close the doors.
2. Switch on ignition.
3. Close the window completely and
operate the button for five more
seconds.
4. Open the window completely and operate the button for one more
second.
5. Repeat this procedure for each window.

Keys, doors and windows31Heated rear window
Operated by pressing button Ü.
Rear window heating works with the engine running.
It is switched off automatically after
six minutes.
Pressing button Ü once more during
the same ignition cycle allows the
heating to operate for another
three minutes.
Heated windscreen
Operated by pressing button Ü.
Windscreen heating works together with heated rear window and enginerunning.
It is switched off automatically after
six minutes.
Pressing button Ü once more during
the same ignition cycle allows the heating to operate for another
three minutes.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down orswivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
The integral mirrors should be closed
when driving.
A ticket holder is located on the
backside of the sun visor.

32Keys, doors and windowsRoof
Sunroof9 Warning
Take care when operating the
sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the
movable parts when operating
them. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they
move.
Operable via a rocker switch with
ignition on (position 2) 3 129.
Retained power off 3 129.
Raise
Hold switch ü depressed until the
sunroof is raised at the rear.
Open From raised position press and
release switch ü: the sunroof is
opened automatically up to end
position. To stop movement before
endposition, operate switch once
more.
Close
Hold switch d depressed from any
position until sunroof is closed
completely. Releasing the switch
stops movement in any position.Caution
When using a roof rack, check the free movement of the sunroof in
order to avoid damage. It is only
permitted to raise the sunroof
when a roof rack is installed.
Notice
If the top of the roof is wet, tilt
sunroof, allow water to run off and
then open sunroof.
Do not affix any stickers to sunroof.
Sunblind
The sunblind is manually operated.
Close or open the sunblind by sliding. Sunblind is usable in each sunroofposition.

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OverloadIf the system is overloaded, the powersupply is automatically cut-off for a
short time. The system is protected by
fuses in the fuse box 3 193.
Initialising the sun roof
If the sunroof cannot be operated,
activate the electronics as follows:
with ignition on close the sunroof and
hold d depressed for at least
10 seconds.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to have the cause of the fault remedied.

Seats, restraints45
The front airbag system is triggered in
the event of a front-end impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and head of
the front seat occupants
considerably.9 Warning
Optimum protection is only
provided when the seat is in the
proper position.
Seat position 3 35.
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Fit the seat belt correctly and
engage securely. Only then is the
airbag able to protect.
Side airbag system
The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front seat backrest.
The location is identified by the word
AIRBAG .
The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a side impact of a certain
severity. The ignition must be
switched on.

46Seats, restraints
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Notice
Only use protective seat covers that
have been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.
Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. The location is identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the head in the event of a
side-on impact considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system
must be deactivated for child restraint system on the passenger seat
according to the instructions in the
tables 3 50.
The other airbag systems, the belt
pretensioners and all driver airbag
systems will remain active.

Seats, restraints47
Use the ignition key to choose the
switch position:
* OFF=front passenger airbag is
deactivated and will not
inflate in the event of a
collision. Control indicator
* OFF illuminates
continuously in the centre
consoleV ON=front passenger airbag is
active9 Danger
Deactivate passenger airbag only
in combination with the use of a
child restraint system, subject to
the instructions and restrictions in
the tables 3 50.
Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal
injury for a person occupying a
seat with a deactivated front
passenger airbag.
If the control indicator V illuminates
for approx. 60 seconds after the
ignition is switched on, the front
passenger airbag system will inflate
in the event of a collision.
If both control indicators are
illuminated at the same time, there is
a system failure. The status of the
system is not discernible, therefore
no person is allowed to occupy the
front passenger seat. Contact a
workshop immediately.
Change status only when the vehicle
is stopped with the ignition off.
Status remains until the next change.
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation 3 88.

Instruments and controls81Power outlets
A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 watts.
With ignition off, the power outlet is
deactivated. Additionally, the power outlet is deactivated in the event of
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Do not damage the outlet by using
unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 131.
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter is located in the
centre console.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
AshtraysCaution
To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish.
The portable ashtray can be placed inthe cupholders.

82Instruments and controlsWarning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster The needles of the instruments briefly
rotate to the end position when the
ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The bottom line displays the recorded distance in miles.
Trip odometer The recorded distance is displayedsince the last reset.
Trip odometer counts up to
9,999 miles and then restarts at 0.
Baselevel and Midlevel display
To reset, press the SET/CLR button
on the turn signal lever for a few seconds 3 93.