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Lighting98
Peripheral lighting
The dipped beam and reversing lamps
illuminate for approx. 30 seconds after the
driver exits the vehicle and closes the door.
To activate function:
If the driver’s door is left open, the lamps
will extinguish after two minutes.
Peripheral lighting can be deactivated by
inserting the key in the ignition switch or by
pulling the turn signal lever towards the
steering wheel again while the driver’s door
is open.
Instrument illumination,
information display illumination
Comes on when ignition is switched on.
Brightness can be adjusted when the
exterior lamps are on: turn wheel 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 lamps
will illuminate automatically and stay on
for approx. 30 seconds until ignition switch
is turned to the ACC position.
Display mode 3 - see page 87.
Interior courtesy lamps
Front reading lamps, rear interior lamps
and luggage compartm ent lamps function
as courtesy lighting and illuminate when
the doors or tailgate are opened.
If doors or tailgate remain opened, the
lamps stay illuminated for approx.
10 minutes.
Once all doors and the tailgate are closed,
the courtesy lamps dim gradually after
approx. 10 seconds.
By pressing button d, both front reading
lamps and the rear interior lamps
illuminate.
Press the button again to turn the lamps
off.
1. Switch off ignition.
2. Remove ignition key.
3. Open driver’s door.
4. Pull turn signal lever towards
steering wheel.

Driving and operation116
Transmission display
Display of mode or current gear.Selector lever settings,
P, R, N and D (automatic mode)Selector lever can only be moved out of
P
or N with the ignition switched on and the
foot brake depressed (selector lever lock).
To engage P or R, press selector lever
button.
Never shift to P or R while the vehicle is
moving.
The engine can only be started when the
selector lever is in position P or N. Depress
foot brake or apply hand brake before
starting.
Do not accelerate during the selection
procedure.
P Park position.
R Reverse gear.
N Neutral.
D Automatic mode.
1 to 5 Selected gear in manual
mode.
P
Park position. Front wheels locked.
Only engage when the vehicle is
stationary and the hand brake is
applied. "P" appears on the
transmission display.
R Reverse gear. Only engage when the
vehicle is stationary. "R" appears on
the transmission display.
N Neutral or idle. "N" appears on the
transmission display.
D Drive position for normal driving in 1st
gear to 5th gear. "D" appears on the
transmission display.

Driving and operation117
Manual mode
Move selector lever out of position D (to the
left) into manual gate, then forwards or
backwards.
Tip selector lever in the appropriate
direction. It then returns to centre position.
Gearshifting in manual mode can be
achieved whilst accelerating.
If the engine speed is too low, the
transmission will automatically shift to a
lower gear, even in manual mode. This
prevents the engine from stalling.
After stopping, 1st gear is automatically
selected.
No automatic shifting to a higher gear
takes place at high engine speeds. When upshifting in manual mode, take
heed of prevailing road conditions,
keeping engine speed below the red zone.
Downshifts must be made in accordance
with vehicle speed.
Gears can be skipped by moving the
selector lever repeated
ly at short intervals.
When starting on slippery surfaces, move
selector lever forwards to engage 2nd
gear.
The selected gear is displayed in the
transmission display.
For safety reasons, kickdown is also
available in manual mode - see page 118.
To move back to D, push selector lever
back to the right. Winter program
In the event of difficult
ies starting-off on icy
and slippery surfac es, press button n;
control indicator
0 is illuminated in the
instrument panel and the vehicle sets off in
3rd gear, to reduce slipping and loss of
traction.
Winter program is switched off by:
z pressing button n again
(control indicator
0 will extinguish in
instrument panel),
z turning off the ignition.
If the vehicle is switched to manual mode
while Winter program is active, the Winter
program is switched off.
]Shift to a lower gear.

Driving and operation144
Tyre pressure monitoring system3
The tyre pressure monitoring system
continually checks the pressure of all four
wheels while driving.
A pressure sensor is integrated in each
wheel. Once a minute, the pressure of each
tyre is sent to a control unit, where it is
compared. If the system detects one or
more pressure differences, a message
appears on the information display.
Current tyre pressures can be shown in the
information display.
For the system to be operational, all wheels
must be equipped with pressure sensors
and all tyres must be filled to the
prescribed pressure. The tyre pressure
monitoring system automatically detects if
the vehicle is being driven with a load of up
to 3 persons or a full load.
Once the ignition is switched on, the system
is operational and will continuously
monitor the tyre pressures at speeds of
approx. 40 km/h (25 mph) and above. Tyre pressure – see pages 224.
Display of current tyre pressure
Select menu item Tyres from the Board
Computer menu.
The current pressure of each tyre is
displayed.
Warning messages
A message is given on the information
display to warn of inconsistent tyre
pressures. In some versions, the message is
displayed in abbreviated form.
For example, the following messages can
be displayed:
9 Warning
The tyre pressure monitoring system does
not replace manual checks with a
suitable gauge.
Check tyre pressures at least every
14 days and prior to any long journey:
the tyres should be checked when cold.
Don’t forget to check the spare. Ü Board Computer
BC 1
BC 2
Timer
Tyres

Driving and operation145
A graphic indicating the left rear tyre is
shown together with the current tyre
pressure; slight pressure deviation. Reduce
speed. Check pressure at next opportunity
with appropriate gauge and correct if
necessary.
On the colour information display 3,
this report will appear in yellow. A graphic indicating the front left tyre is
shown together with the current tyre
pressure; significant pressure deviation or
direct pressure loss. Steer out of flow of
traffic as quickly as possible without
endangering other drivers. Stop and check
the tyres.
Mount the spare wheel if necessary –
see page 177.
On the colour information display
3,
this report will appear in red.
Acknowledgement of warnings –
see page 84.
Brake system
The effectiveness of the brakes is an
important factor for traffic safety.
In the interest of effectiveness, do not
brake unnecessarily hard during the first
200 km (125 miles) after new disc brake
pads have been fitted.
Wear of the brake linings must not exceed
a specified limit. Regular maintenance, as
detailed on pages 206 to 212, is therefore
of the utmost importance for traffic safety.
Have worn brake pads replaced by a
workshop. Pads which have been tested
and passed ensure optimum brake
performance.
Brake pads worn to their minimum
thickness may generate a grinding noise.
It is possible to continue driving. Have your
brake pads replaced as soon as possible.
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
replacing the brake pads.
Ü Board Computer
Tyre pressure
OK
check rear
left
(value in bar)
Ü Board Computer
Attention!
OK
Front left tyre
pressure loss
(value in bar)
9 Warning
Disregard of these instructions may lead
to injuries or endanger life.

Driving and operation149
Wheels, tyres
See page 223 for suitable tyres and
restrictions.
Factory-fitted tyres are matched to the
chassis and offer optimum driving comfort
and safety.
Changing tyre/wheel type
Note the necessary modifications before
switching to different tyres or wheels.
If wheel rims of a different type are to be
installed, the wheel nuts may also need to
be changed. We recommend you consult
an Opel Partner.
If tyres of a different size to those fitted at
the factory are used (this includes winter
tyres), the electron ic speedometer may
possibly need to be reprogrammed, to
ensure that the speed displayed is correct. Vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring
system
3
When using winter tyres, or when switching
to different tyre sizes, sensors for the tyre
pressure monitoring syst em can be fitted at
a later date by a workshop, upon request.
Otherwise, the system would not indicate
tyre pressure deviations.
Tyre pressure monitoring system -
see page 144.
Fitting new tyres
New tyres should be fitted in pairs, or, for
preference, in sets. Make sure that both
tyres on an axle are:
z the same size,
z the same design,
z the same make,
z and have the same tread pattern.
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.
Tyres fitted opposing the rolling direction
(e.g. when a tyre is changed) should be
refitted as soon as possible. This is the only
way to obtain full benefit from the design
properties of the tyre.
Observe legal requirements when
disposing of tyres. Some brands of tyres have a beaded edge
for alloy wheels, to protect against
damage. If wheel trims are used on steel
wheels with beaded-edge tyres, the
following procedure must be followed:
z
Wheel trims and tyres that are approved
by Opel for the respective vehicle and
comply with all of the relevant wheel and
tyre combination requ irements must be
used.
z If the wheel trims and tyres used are not
Opel-approved, the tyres must not have
a beaded edge.
9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels may
lead to accidents and render the vehicle
unroadworthy.
9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel trims
could lead to sudden pressure loss and
thereby accidents.

Self-help, vehicle care200
Battery
The battery is maintenance-free.
Retrofitted electrical or electronic
accessories can place an additional load
on the battery or discharge the battery.
Consult a workshop regarding technical
possibilities, such as fitting a more powerful
battery.Laying up the vehicle for more than
6 weeks can lead to battery discharge,
which may reduce the service life of the
battery. Disconnect battery from on-board
power supply by detaching negative
terminal (anti-theft alarm system
3 is then
disabled).
Ensure that ignition is switched off before
connecting the battery. Then perform the
following actions:
z Set date and time in the information
display - see pages 80, 86.
z If necessary, activate the electric
windows and sun roof 3 - see pages
32, 34.
In order to prevent the battery from
discharging, some consumers such as the
courtesy lamps automatically switch off
after a delay. Charge a disconnected battery every
6 weeks.
9 Warning
We recommend that you have battery
changes carried out by a workshop who
knows the laws concerning the disposal
of used batteries, therefore protecting
the environment and your health.
9 Warning
Ensure there is adequate ventilation
when charging the batt
ery. There is a risk
of explosion if gases generated during
charging are allowed to accumulate.
Battery acid is poisonous and corrosive.
Do not allow it to contact eyes, skin,
fabrics or painted surfaces; direct
contact may cause injuries and damage.
Avoid dealing with the battery near
naked flames and anything that would
generate sparks. No smoking!

208 Service, maintenance
Service operations by year 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
⊕ Additional operations.
o Under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced.
15
10 1
30
20 45
30 2
60
40 75
50 3
90
60
⊕o Diesel fuel filter: drain water
(If relative humidity is high an
d/or fuel is of lower quality) Annually
Fuel filter: replace and drain water - diesel (g rade EN 590) Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
Parking brake: check and adjust
Wheel mounting and suspension front an d rear, brake lines, brake pressure
hoses, fuel lines and exhaust system: visual check xxx
Corrosion protection: check and record in Service and Warranty Booklet Annually
Front and rear wheel br akes: check visually xxx
o
⊕Annual service check if annual mileage exceeds 20 000 km Annually
Engine, transmission, PTO, rear differential, A/C compressor: check for leaks xxx
Steering system boots, track rods , final drive: visual check xxx
Track rod end and supporting ball joint: check xxx
⊕Brake and clutch fluid: change Every 2 years
Wheel fastening: loosen and tighten to torque
Tyre condition and pressures: check, correct xxx
⊕Annual service check if annual
mileage exceeds 20 000 km Annually
First aid kit, tyre repair kit and lash ing eyes: visual check Every 2 years
Headlamp aiming: check, adjust x x x
Door hinges, door stop, lock cylinder, lock striker, bonnet catch, tailgate
hinges and check links: lubricate xxx
Test drive, final check
Service interval display and oil life monitor: reset - if applicable xxx

210 Service, maintenance
Service operations by year 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
⊕ Additional operations.
o Under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced.
15
10 1
30
20 45
30 2
60
40 75
50 3
90
60
⊕o Diesel fuel filter: drain water
(If relative humidity is high an
d/or fuel is of lower quality) Annually
Fuel filter: replace and drain water - diesel (g rade EN 590) Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
Parking brake: check and adjust
Wheel mounting and suspension front an d rear, brake lines, brake pressure
hoses, fuel lines and exhaust system: visual check Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
Corrosion protection: check and record in Service and Warranty Booklet Annually
Front and rear wheel brakes: check visually Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
o
⊕Annual service check if annual mileage exceeds 20 000 km Annually
o
⊕Automatic transmission oil: change Every 4 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
Engine, transmission, A/C compressor: check for leaks Annually
Steering system boots, track rods, final drive: visual check Annually
Track rod end and supporting ball joint: check Annually
⊕Brake and clutch fluid: change Every 2 years
Wheel fastening: loosen and tighten to torque
Tyre condition and pressures: check, correct Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
⊕Annual service check if annual
mileage exceeds 20 000 km Annually
First aid kit, tyre repair kit and lash ing eyes: visual check Every 2 years
Headlamp aiming: check, adjust Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
Door hinges, door stop, lock cylinder, lock striker, bonnet catch, tailgate
hinges and check links: lubricate Every 2 years/60 000 km/40 000 miles
Test drive, final check
Service interval display and oil life monitor: reset - if applicable xxxxxx

212 Service, maintenance
Service operations by month 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
⊕ Additional operations.
o Under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced.
6
10
6.5 12
20
1318
30
2024
40
26.5 30
50
3336
60
40
Parking brake: check and adjust
Wheel mounting and suspension front an d rear, brake lines, brake pressure
hoses, fuel lines and exhaust system: visual check xxx
Corrosion protection: check and record in Service and Warranty Booklet Annually
Front and rear wheel br akes: check visually x x x
Engine, transmission, PTO, rear differential, A/C compressor: check for leaks xxx
Steering system boots, track rods , final drive: visual check xxx
Track rod end and supporting ball joint: check xxx
⊕Brake and clutch fluid: change Every 2 years
Wheel fastening: loosen and tighten to torque
Tyre condition and pressures: check, correct xxx
First aid kit, tyre repair kit and lash ing eyes: visual check Every 2 years
Headlamp aiming: check, adjust xxx
Door hinges, door stop, lock cylinder, lock striker, bonnet catch, tailgate
hinges and check links: lubricate xxx
Test drive, final check
Service interval display and oil life monitor: reset - if applicable xxx