service OPEL AGILA 2009 Owners Manual

-1-1 Contents
ContentsIn brief ......................................... 1-1
Keys, doors and windows .......... 2-1
Seats, restraints and interior ....... 3-1
Storage compartments................ 4-1
Instruments and controls............. 5-1
Lighting ....................................... 6-1
Infotainment system .................... 7-1
Climate controls .......................... 8-1
Driving and operating .................. 9-1
Vehicle care .............................. 10-1
Service and maintenance ......... 11-1
Technical data........................... 12-1
Index ........................................ 13-1

0-1 Introduction
Introduction
Vehicle specific data
Please enter your vehicle’s data here to keep it easily accessible. This information is available under the chapters
“Service and maintenance” and "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate.
FuelDesignation
Engine oil
Grade
Viscosity
Tyre pressureTyre size with up to 3 persons with full load
Summer tyres Front Rear Front Rear
Winter tyres Front Rear Front Rear
WeightsPermissible Gross
Vehicle Weight
– EC kerb
weight
= Payload

0-2Introduction
Introduction
Your vehicle is an intelligent
combination of forward-looking
technology, impressive safety,
environmental friendliness and
economy.
It now lies with you to drive your
vehicle safely and ensure that it
performs perfectly. This Owner's
Manual provides you with all the
necessary information to that end.
Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of accident
and injury which may result from
improper use of the vehicle.
You must always comply with the
specific laws of the country that you
are travelling through. These laws
may differ from the information in this
Owner’s Manual.
When instructed to seek the
assistance of a workshop, we
recommend that you consult an Opel
Service Partner. All Opel Service
Partners offer first-class service at
reasonable prices. Experienced mechanics, trained by Opel, work
according to specific Opel
instructions.
The Owner's Manual and the Service
and Warranty Booklet should always
be kept ready to hand in the glove
box.
Make use of the Owner's
Manual
„The "In brief" chapter will give you
an initial overview.
„The table of contents at the
beginning of the Owner’s Manual
and within the individual chapters
will show you where everything is.
„Its index will help you find what you
want.
„Yellow arrows in the illustrations
serve as points of reference or
indicate some action to be
performed.
„Black arrows in the illustrations
indicate a reaction or a second
action to be performed.„This Owner’s Manual depicts left-
hand drive vehicles. Operation is
similar for right-hand drive vehicles.
„The Owner’s Manual uses the
internal engine codes. The
corresponding sales designations
are found in the chapter
"Technical data".
„Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
front or back, in the descriptions
always relate to the direction of
travel.
9 Danger, 9 Warning, Caution
9 Danger
Text marked 9 Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregard of these instructions
may endanger life.
9 Warning
Text marked 9 Warning provides
information on risk of accident or
injury. Disregard of these
instructions may result in injuries.

1-6In brief
1Side air vents .................... 3 8-5
2Door window defroster
vents ................................. 3 8-5
3Steering wheel mounted
remote control 3............... 3 7-2
4Parking lamps ................... 3 6-1
Turn signal lamps .............. 3 6-2
High beam......................... 3 6-2
Dipped beam ..................... 3 6-2
Headlamp flash ................. 3 6-2
Rear fog lamp ................... 3 6-3
5Central information display
for time and outside
temperature .............. 3 5-3, 5-4
Instrument cluster ............. 3 5-8
Speedometer .................... 3 5-5
Odometer ......................... 3 5-6
Fuel gauge ........................ 3 5-7
Service interval display 3 3 5-14
Transmission display 3..... 3 5-7
Trip computer 3.............. 3 5-146Driver’s airbag ................. 3 3-13
Horn .................................. 3 5-2
7Windscreen wiper/washer . 3 5-2
Rear window wiper/washer 3 5-3
8Tachometer ....................... 3 5-6
9Centre air vents ................. 3 8-4
10Hazard warning ................. 3 6-2
Control indicator for
front passenger airbag
deactivation 3................. 3
3-18
11Upper tray ......................... 3 4-2
12Infotainment system .......... 3 7-1
13Front passenger’s airbag 3 3-13
14Storage tray....................... 3 4-2
15Passenger airbag deactivation
switch 3........................... 3 3-17
16Glove box .......................... 3 4-1
17Climate controls................ 3 8-1
18Power outlet ...................... 3 5-4
Cigarette lighter 3............. 3 5-519Gearshift lever ........... 3 9-4, 9-6
20Storage tray
21Ignition switch................... 3 9-1
22Steering wheel adjustment 3 5-1
23Fuse box ...................... 3 10-12
24Bonnet release ............... 3 10-2
25Front fog lamps 3............. 3 6-3
Headlamp range
adjustment 3.................... 3 6-1
TCSS deactivation 3...... 3 9-11

2-1 Keys, doors and windows
Keys, doors and
windowsKeys and locks
Keys
The key number is specified on the
keys or on a key number tag 3.
Remove key number tag from keys
and make a note of the number.
The key is a constituent of the
immobiliser 3. In case of loss,
replacement keys can be ordered
from your Opel Service Partner by
quoting the key number.
Ordering keys from an Opel Service
Partner guarantees problem-free
operation of the immobiliser 3.
Keep spare key in a safe place.
Locks 3 10-30.
Radio remote control 3
The remote control is used to
operate:
„Central locking system,
„Anti-theft locking system 3.
The remote control has a range of
approx. 5 metres. The range may be
reduced due to environmental
conditions or shadowing and
reflection of the radio waves.
Treat the remote control unit with
care: it should be protected against
moisture, kept out of direct sunlight
and should not be operated
unnecessarily. Keys and locks ..................... 2-1
Doors .................................... 2-5
Vehicle security .................... 2-6
Exterior mirrors ..................... 2-8
Interior mirror ........................ 2-9
Windows ............................... 2-10

2-2Keys, doors and windows
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the remote control,
this may be due to the following
reasons:
„The remote control is out of range.
„The battery voltage of the remote
control is too low. Change the
battery in the remote control unit.
„Interference from higher power
radio waves from other sources.
Lock or unlock the doors manually
using the key or central locking switch
3 2-3, 2-4.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
rectify the cause of the fault.
Changing battery in remote
control unit
Replace the battery (CR 1620 or
equivalent) in accordance with the
chapter “Service and maintenance”
311-2 or when the range of the
remote control starts to become
reduced.
Remove screw on key cover and
remove the transmitter.
Prise apart both halves of transmitter
with a suitable screwdriver.Replace battery, ensuring the new
battery is installed correctly with
positive (+) side facing the positive
(+) terminal.
Reattach both halves of transmitter
and reinstall in holder, ensuring it
engages correctly.
Replace cover and tighten screw.
Battery disposal
Batteries are not to be treated as
household waste. They should be
disposed of at a designated collection
point for recycling.

3-9Seats, restraints and interior
Child restraints
Child restraint systems 3
When a child restraint system is
being used, pay attention to the
following usage and installation
instructions and also those supplied
with the child restraint system.
The country in which you are driving
could require the use of child restraint
systems at specific seats. Follow all
local and national regulations.Selecting the right system
Your child should be transported
facing rearwards in the vehicle for as
long as possible. It is appropriate to
change the system when the child’s
head can no longer be properly
supported at eye height. The child’s
cervical vertebrae are still very weak
and in an accident they suffer less
stress in the semi-prone rearward
position than when sitting upright.
„Children under 12 years or under
150 cm tall should only travel in an
appropriate child safety seat.
„Never carry a child whilst travelling
in the vehicle. The child will
become too heavy to hold in the
event of a collision.
„When transporting children, use a
child restraint system that is
suitable for the child's weight, age
and height.
„Ensure that the child restraint
system to be installed is compatible
with the vehicle type.
„Ensure that the mounting location
of the child restraint system within
the vehicle is correct.„Only allow children to enter and exit
the vehicle at the side facing away
from the traffic.
„When the child restraint system is
not in use, secure the seat with a
seat belt or remove it from the
vehicle.
„A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.
„Opel produce a range of child
restraint systems. We recommend
you consult an Opel Service
Partner.
9 Warning
When using a child restraint
system on the front passenger’s
seat, the airbag systems for the
front passenger’s seat must be
deactivated; if not, the triggering
of the airbags poses a risk of fatal
injury to the child.
This is especially the case if rear-
facing child restraint systems are
used on the front passenger’s
seat.

5-1Instruments and controls
Instruments and
controlsSteering wheel adjustment
To adjust steering wheel 3, pull lever
forwards, adjust height, push lever
back and engage.
Adjust steering wheel only with
vehicle stationary and steering
column lock released.
Push the lever firmly backwards to
ensure that the steering wheel is
locked in position.
Steering wheel mounted
remote control 3
The functions of the Infotainment
system can be operated with the
buttons on the steering wheel.
Further information 3 7-2. Horn j .................................... 5-2
Windscreen wipers................ 5-2
Windscreen washer system .. 5-3
Rear window wiper/washer ... 5-3
Clock ..................................... 5-3
Outside temperature 3 .......... 5-4
Power outlets ........................ 5-4
Cigarette lighter ) 3 ............... 5-5
Ashtrays 3 ............................. 5-5
Warning lights, gauges and
indicators ............................ 5-5
Transmission display 3 ......... 5-7
Control indicators .................. 5-8
Warning chimes .................... 5-13
Service interval display 3 ...... 5-14
Engine oil life monitor 3......... 5-14
Trip computer 3 ..................... 5-14

5-9Instruments and controls
X Driver’s seat belt
Will illuminate in red when ignition is
switched on if driver’s seat belt is not
engaged.
If vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h
(9 mph) and driver’s seat belt is not
engaged, the control indicator will
flash for approx. 90 seconds along
with a warning chime and then
illuminate until driver’s seat belt is
fastened correctly.
Seat belts 3 3-5.
v Airbag systems, belt
tensioners
Will flash in red several times when
the ignition is switched on, then
extinguish.
If it does not flash when the ignition is
switched on, stays lit, illuminates or
flashes whilst driving, there is a fault
with the airbag systems or with the
belt tensioners. The systems might
not therefore be triggered in the event
of an accident. Seek the assistance
of a workshop immediately.
Belt tensioners 3 3-6, airbags 3 3-13.
p Charging system
Will illuminate in red when ignition is
switched on. Extinguishes after
engine is started.
If it stays lit after the ignition is
switched on or illuminates during
driving: stop vehicle and switch off
engine. The battery is not being
charged and the engine cooling may
be interrupted. The brake servo unit
may cease to be effective. Interrupt
your journey immediately.
Remove ignition key and check drive
belt condition and tensioning before
seeking the assistance of a
workshop.
s Service transmission 3
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
the ignition is switched on.
If it flashes, there is a fault in the
automatic transmission. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Automatic transmission 39-3.
R Brake system
Will illuminate in red when ignition is
switched on. Extinguishes after
engine is started.
Illuminates when engine is running if
parking brake is applied and/or fluid
level for brake hydraulics is too low.
Further information 3 9-9,
brake fluid level 3 10-6.
u Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS)
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
ignition is switched on.
At the same time, the system
performs a self-check. When the
control indicator extinguishes, the
system is ready for operation.
Caution
If it illuminates when the parking
brake is not applied: stop vehicle;
interrupt your journey immediately.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.

5-12 Instruments and controls
„Depress clutch,
„Move gearshift lever to neutral
(automatic transmission 3 to N),
„Switch off ignition.
Check engine oil level. If the oil level
is low, top up using the specified
engine oil 3 10-3, 11-6, 12-3.
If the oil level is normal, seek the
assistance of a workshop to have the
vehicle’s lubricating system checked.
I Engine oil life monitor 3
For engines with diesel particle filter.
Will flash in red when engine oil and
filter require changing.
Engine oil life monitor 3 3 5-14.o
Theft-deterrent
Will start flashing slowly in red after
the key is turned to positions LOCK or
ACC, or removed from the ignition
switch.
o Immobiliser
Control indicator o (or A for diesel
engines) illuminates when the ignition
is switched on, and extinguishes
when the engine is started.
If either control indicator flashes after
the ignition is switched on, there may
be a fault in the immobiliser system;
the engine cannot be started 3 2-7.
> Front fog lamps 3
Control indicator in button >, located
on the lower instrument panel,
illuminates when front fog lamps are
switched on 3 6-3.
r Rear fog lamp
Will illuminate in yellow when the rear
fog lamp is switched on 3 6-3.
P High beam
Will illuminate in blue when the high
beam is on and when headlamp flash
is operated 3 6-2.
q Headlamp range
adjustment 3
Will illuminate during driving to
indicate a fault that requires
immediate attention. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Further information 3 6-1.
9 Door ajar 3
Will illuminate in red when a door or
the tailgate is open.
A Service vehicle soon
(for diesel engines) 3
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
ignition is switched on.
If it flashes when the ignition is
switched on, there may be a fault in
the immobiliser system; the engine
cannot be started (3 “o Immobiliser“,
3 2-7).
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably greater force will be
required for braking and steering.
Do not remove key until vehicle
has come to a standstill,
otherwise the steering column
lock could engage unexpectedly.