maintenance OPEL ANTARA 2009 Owner's Manual

Service, maintenance 211
International service schedule
(Antara Z 24 XE) Service operations by month 1)
km ( x 1000)1)
miles ( x 1000)1)
1)Whichever occurs first.
6
10
6.5 12
20
1318
30
2024
40
26.5 30
50
3336
60
40
Controls, lighting, signalling equi pment and airbags: visual check
steering lock and ignition lock: check xxx
Remote control batteries: replace Every 2 years
Windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system: check, correct xxx
Coolant level and antifreeze: check, correct
Hoses: check for tightness and secure seating xxx
Brake fluid level: check, correct xxx
Battery terminals: check for secu re connections and battery eye xxx
Vehicle system check with TECH2 xxx
Pollen filter: replace Annually/30 000 km/20 000 miles
oMore often for when dust, sand or pollen is in the air Agreement with customer
Air cleaner element: replace
Annually/30 000 km/20 000 miles
⊕Spark plugs and plug leads: replace Every 90 000 km/60 000 miles
Ribbed V-belt: visual check xxx
⊕Toothed belt and tension roller: visual check Annually/30 000 km/20 000 miles
Toothed belt and tension roller: replace Every 8 years/120 000 km/80 000 miles
Power steering system: check for leak s. Fluid level: check, correct xxx
Engine oil and oil filter: replace - fixed interval
2)
2)On vehicles with oil life monitoring, it may be necessary to change the engine oil earlier (control indicator illuminates).
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

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Additional servicing
Additional operations ⊕
Additional work is work that is not required
every service but can be performed in
conjunction with a regular service.
Time allowances for such work are not
included in the scope of regular services
and will be charged for additionally. It is
more economic if these operations are
performed as part of a scheduled service
than having them performed separately.
Severe operating conditions o
Operating conditions are classified as
severe when one or more of the following
occurs frequently:
z cold starts,
z stop and go,
z trailer/caravan towing,
z gradients and/or high altitudes,
z poor road surfaces,
z sand and dust,
z extreme temperature fluctuations.
Police vehicles, taxis and driving school
vehicles are also cla ssified as operating
under severe conditions.
Under severe operating conditions, it may
be necessary to have certain scheduled
service work done more frequently than the
scheduled intervals.
For example, if fuel is used that does not
comply with required standards, the fuel
filter may need more frequent draining or
replacement and it may also be necessary
to change other components more often
(e.g. spark plugs). It is recommended to seek technical advice
on the servicing requirements dependent
on the specific operating conditions of your
vehicle.
Recommended fluids and
lubricants
Only use products that have been tested
and approved. Damage resulting from the
use of non-approved materials will not be
covered by the warranty.
Checking and topping up fluids
see page 191.
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality and
also its viscosity. Quality is more important
than viscosity when selecting which engine
oil to use.
Engine oil quality
European specifications
Opel engine oil m
eets classifications
GM-LL-A-025 and GM-LL-B-025 and is
therefore suitable for both petrol and
diesel engines.
International specifications
The above specification is valid only if the
service interval is reduced to that shown for
the international service schedule -
see pages 209 to 212.
Topping up engine oil
Oils of different manufacturers and brands
can be mixed as long as you comply with
the specified engine oil criteria (quality and
viscosity).
9 Warning
Operating materials are hazardous and
must be handled with the appropriate
level of care. If consumed, seek medical
attention immediatel y. Do not inhale
fumes and avoid skin contact. Keep out
of reach of children. Do not allow
operating materials to contaminate the
sewage system, surface water, ground
water or soil. Dispose of empty containers
properly. Always bear in mind that
operating materials are hazardous to
your health.
GM-LL-A-025: Petrol engines
GM-LL-B-025: Diesel engines without DPF
ACEA-C3 Diesel engines with DPF
GM General Motors Europe
LL Longlife
A or B Engine oil quality specification
025 Validity index
ACEA-A3: Petrol engines
ACEA-B4: Diesel engines without DPF
ACEA-C3: Diesel engines with DPF

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Not every engine oil available on the
market meets the quality requirements,
always check the required specification
and rating is marked on the container.
If engine oil of the required quality is not
available, a maximum of 1 litre of ACEA
A3/B4 or A3/B3 grade may be used (only
once between each oil change). The
viscosity should be of the correct rating.
Use of ACEA A1/B1 and A5/B5 engine oil is
expressly forbidden, since they can cause
long-term engine damage under certain
operating conditions.
Engine oil additives
The use of engine oil additives could cause
damage and invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity
SAE 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30 or 5W-40 The SAE viscosity rating defines the ability
of an oil to flow. When cold, oil is more
viscous than when hot.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two figures.
The first figure, followed by a W, indicates
low temperature viscosity and the second
figure the high temperature viscosity.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use antifreeze of recommended
specification: silicate-free LLC (Long Life
Coolant).
The system is factory-filled with coolant
designed for frost protection down to
approx. -28 °C. This concentration should
be maintained all year-round.
Coolant additives intended to give
additional corrosion protection or seal
against minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use
of coolant additives
will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid
Only use DOT4 brake fluid.
Over time, brake fluid absorbs moisture
which will reduce braking effectiveness.
The brake fluid should therefore be
replaced at the specified interval.
Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed
container to avoid water absorption.
Ensure it does not become contaminated
with fluids containing mineral oil (oil,
petrol, cleaner) as this can damage the
seals and sleeves of the brake system.
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous!
9 Warning
Due to its corrosive nature, it must not
come in contact with the paintwork. Flush
any escaped brake fluid with plenty of
water.

Index232
K
Key ............................................................ 21
Extending
............................................. 21
Ignition lock
.......................................... 13
Locking doors
................................ 27, 28
Removing
............................................. 92
Replacement keys
............................... 21
Starting
........................................... 13, 19
Kickdown
........................................ 117, 118
L
Language selection .......................... 80, 86
Lashing eyes
............................................ 61
Leather trim
........................................... 204
Level control system
....................... 97, 143
License plate lamps Bulb replacement
.............................. 189
Light switch
........................................ 13, 94
Lighting
.................................................... 94
Driving abroad
.................................. 100
Loading
....................................63, 168, 221
Locking doors
.................................... 25, 28
Locking from the inside
.......................... 25
Locks
...................................................... 205
Lubricants
...................................... 191, 216
Luggage compartment Bulb replacement
.............................. 190
FlexOrganizer
...................................... 62
Lighting
.............................................. 100
Loading
........................................ 63, 221
Locking
................................................. 26
Safety net
............................................. 60
Storage
................................................. 63
Under floor storage
............................. 63 Luggage compartment cover
................ 59
Lumbar support
.................................. 7, 37
M
Main beam ........................................ 14, 95
Bulb replacement
.............................. 186
Control indicator
........................... 73, 95
Maintenance Air conditioning
................................. 114
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
...................... 126
Antifreeze protection
........................ 195
Battery
................................................ 200
Brake fluid
.......................................... 196
Brakes
................................................. 145
Catalytic converter
............................ 135
Clutch fluid
......................................... 197
Electronic Climate Control
................ 114
Engine oil
............................................ 192
Exhaust
.............................................. 135
Fuel consumption
.............................. 130
Power steering fluid
.......................... 198
Tyre pressure
..................................... 150
Tyres
................................................... 150
Windscreen wipers
............................ 198
Manual transmission
............................... 17
Mechanical anti-theft locking system
... 27
Mirrors
..............................9, 16, 30, 31, 105
Misted windows
............................. 108, 113
Mobile telephones
................................. 102
Muffler, see Exhaust system
................. 135
N
Navigation system .......................... 86, 102
Neutral
............................................... 17, 18
O
Octane numbers ................................... 217
Odometer
................................................ 75
Oil
........................................................... 213
Additives
............................................ 214
Topping up
........................................ 213
Viscosity
............................................. 214
Oil change
............................................. 194
Oil filter change
.................................... 194
Oil level and consumption
................... 192
Oil life monitor
................................. 73, 194
Oil pressure
.............................................. 74
Oils
................................................. 192, 216
Opel Service
........................................... 206
Operating temperature
........................ 128
Outside temperature
........................ 77, 78
Overrun
.................................................. 128
P
Paintwork damage ............................... 203
Park pilot
............................................... 142
Parking
............................................. 20, 119
Parking lamps Bulb replacement
...................... 186, 187
Parking on inclines
................................ 170
Payload
.................................................. 221
Pedals
.................................................... 128
Performance
.......................................... 218
Peripheral lighting
.................................. 98
Petrol
.............................................. 131, 217
Pinking
................................................... 131
Pollen filter
............................................. 114
Power outlets
........................................... 68