key OPEL ANTARA 2009 Owners Manual

In brief6
In brief
To unlock and open the vehicle:
Press button q, pull door handle
6 Door locks - see pages 30, 72,
keys - see page 21,
electronic immobiliser - see page 22,
radio frequency remote control -
see page 23,
central locking system - see page 25,
anti-theft locking system - see page 27,
anti-theft alarm system - see page 27.
To unlock and open the tailgate:
Press button q on remote control,
operate button above
license plate
6 Tailgate - see page 26,
radio frequency remote control -
see page 23,
central locking system - see page 25,
anti-theft alarm system - see page 27.

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Steering column lock and ignition:
Turn key to position ACC.
To release lock,
rotate steering wheel slightly
Positions:
6Starting - see page 19,
electronic immobiliser - see page 22,
parking the vehicle - see page 20.
Steering wheel adjustment:
Move lever down,
adjust height and distance,
move lever up and engage
Adjust steering wheel only with vehicle
stationary and steer ing column lock
released.
Push the lever firmly upwards to ensure
that the steering wheel is locked in position.
6 Airbag systems - see page 52.
Exterior lamps
Turn light switch:
Press button:
6Headlamp warning device - see page 92,
further information - see page 94,
headlamp range adjustment 3 -
see page 97,
headlamps when driving abroad -
see page 100,
daytime running lamps 3 - see page 94.
LOCK = Ignition off
ACC = Steering unlocked, ignition off
ON = Ignition on, with diesel engine:
preheating
START = Start (transmission in neutral)
J =Off
8 =Parking lamps
9 = Dipped beam or
main beam
AUTO = Automatic dipped beam activation
3
>=Front fog lamps
r = Fog tail lamp

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Starting the engine:
Manual transmission in neutral,
Depress clutch and foot brake,
Automatic transmission in P or N,
Do not accelerate
Petrol engines:
TurnkeytoSTARTand release it
Diesel engines:
Turn key to ON, when preheating
control indicator N
extinguishes
1), turn key to START
and release it
Key returns automatically to ON position
when released. Start attempts should not last longer than
15 seconds. If engine does not start, wait
10 seconds before repeating starting
procedure.
The increased engine
speed automatically
returns to normal idling speed as the
engine temperature rises.
Drive at a moderate speed, especially in
cold weather, until normal engine
operating temperatures have been
reached.
6 Electronic immobiliser - see page 22,
diesel fuel system - see page 171,
further information - see pages 127, 129,
131.
Releasing the hand brake:
Raise lever slightly,
press release button,
lower lever fully
To reduce operating forces, depress foot
brake at the same time.
Do not drive with hand brake on, to avoid
damage to brakes on the rear wheels. Do
not apply hand brake while vehicle is in
motion or as a substitute for the foot brake.
Drive carefully, economically and with the
environment in mind. While driving, do not
do anything that could distract you.
6 Hand brake - see page 147.
1)Preheating system switches on only if outside
temperature is low.

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Parking the vehicle:
Apply hand brake firmly,
close windows,
switch off engine, remove key,
engage steering column lock,
lock vehicle
6Further information - see pages 22, 128,
radio frequency remote control -
see page 23,
central locking system - see page 25,
anti-theft alarm system - see page 27.
Advice when parking:
z Always apply hand brake firmly and as
firmly as possible on slopes.
z Push key into igniti on switch before
removing (vehicles with automatic
transmission 3: depress foot brake and
shift into P before removing key). Turn
steering wheel until lock is felt to engage
(anti-theft protection).
z If the vehicle is parked on a level surface
or a hill, select 1st gear before switching
ignition off (vehicles with automatic
transmission 3: move selector lever to P ).
Also turn front wheels away from kerb if
parked on an uphill slope.
If the vehicle is parked on a downhill
slope, select reverse gear before
switching ignition off (vehicles with
automatic transmission 3: move selector
lever to P). Also turn front wheels
towards kerb.
z Switch off exterior lamps, otherwise the
headlamp warning device will sound
when the driver’s door is opened.
z Cooling fans may run on after the engine
has been switched off.
z Do not park on easily ignitable surfaces
as hot exhaust system temperatures
could cause the surface to ignite.
That was the most important
information for your first drive in
your Antara in brief.
Your vehicle has still more
instruments and controls,
possibly also optional equipment.

The remaining chapters of the
Owner’s Manual contain
important information on
operation, safety and
maintenance as well as a
complete index.

Locks, doors, windows21
Locks, doors, windowsReplacement keys
The key is a constituent of the electronic
immobiliser. In case of loss, replacement
keys can be ordered from your Opel
Partner by quoting the key number and
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Once a new transmitter is coded, the lost
transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.
Ordering keys from an Opel Partner
guarantees problem-free operation of the
electronic immobiliser.
Keep spare key in a safe place.
Locks - see page 205.
Car Pass
The Car Pass contains all of the vehicle’s
data and should therefore not be kept in
the vehicle.
Have your Car Pass on hand when
consulting an Opel Partner.
Key with foldaway key section 3
Press button to extend. Press button to
retract; key section audibly engages.
Replacement keys .............................. 21
Car Pass............................................... 21
Key with foldaway key section
3...... 21
Electronic immobiliser......................... 22
Radio frequency remote control ....... 23
Central locking system ....................... 25
Tailgate ............................................... 26
Mechanical anti-theft locking system 3........................................... 27
Anti-theft alarm system 3................. 27
Child safety locks ................................ 30
Exterior mirrors.................................... 30
Interior mirror ...................................... 31
Electric windows.................................. 32
Sun visors............................................. 34
Slide/tilt sun roof 3............................. 34

Locks, doors, windows22
Electronic immobiliser
The system checks whether the vehicle may
be started using the key that has been
inserted. If the key is recognised as
"authorised", the vehicle can be started.
The check is carried out via a transponder
housed in the key.
The electronic immobiliser is automatically
activated when the key is turned to LOCK
position and removed from the ignition
switch. Control indicator
o for immobiliser
The control indicator illuminates when the
ignition is switched on, then extinguishes.
If the control indicator stays illuminated
after the ignition is switched on, there is a
fault in the immobiliser system.
z Turn key to LOCK po sition and remove,
z wait approximately two seconds,
z then repeat starting procedure.
If the control indicator fails to extinguish,
try to start the engine using the spare key
and seek the assistance of a workshop. Note
The immobiliser does not lock the doors.
Therefore, after leaving the vehicle, always
lock it and switch on the anti-theft alarm
system 3
- see pages 25, 27.

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Fault
If the central locking system cannot be
operated with the remote control, this may
be due to the following reasons:
zThe remote control is out of range.
z The battery voltage of the remote
control is too low. Change the battery in
the remote control unit.
z The remote control has been repeatedly
operated outside the vehicle’s reception
range (e.g. at too great a distance from
the vehicle). The remote control must be
reprogrammed. We recommend you
consult your Opel Partner.
z The system has been overloaded as a
result of repeated operation at short
intervals. The power supply is cut-off for
a brief period.
z Interference from higher power radio
waves from other sources.
Lock or unlock the doors manually using
the key or central locking switch -
see page 25.
Have cause of fault remedied by a
workshop. Changing battery in remote control unit
Replace the battery in accordance with the
information on pages 206 to 212 or when
the range of the remote control starts to
become reduced.
Key with foldaway key section
:
open cover by hand.
Remove used battery, taking care to avoid
touching the circuit board to other
components.
Ensure the new battery is installed correctly
with positive (+) side facing up.
Close cover, ensuring it audibly engages in
the key part. Key with fixed key section
:
insert a small screwdriver in the notch on
the cover and prise it open.
Remove used battery, taking care to avoid
touching the circuit board to other
components.
Ensure the new battery is installed correctly
with positive (+) side facing down towards
the base.
Close cover, ensuring it audibly engages in
the key part.
9 Warning
Used lithium batteries can harm the
environment. Make sure that you dispose
of old batteries in accordance with
environmental protection regulations.
Do not dispose with household refuse.

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Central locking system
For front doors, rear doors, tailgate and
tank flap.
To lock:
Press button p on remote control
- or -
With the doors closed, press central locking
switch
m in driver’s door.
The central locking system can be
activated with the windows open.
Always ensure that the doors, bonnet,
tailgate, sun roof 3 and windows are
properly closed and that there are no
passengers left in the vehicle before
locking with the remote control. To unlock:
Press button
q on remote control
- or -
Press central locking switch
m in driver’s
door.
If no door is opened within approx.
30 seconds after the vehicle has been
unlocked via the remote control, the vehicle
is relocked automatically and anti-theft
alarm 3 is reactivated.
When button q is pressed, the instrument
panel illuminates for approx. 30 seconds or
until ignition switch is turned to the
ACC position. Central locking switch
mUse the central locking switch to lock or
unlock the doors, tailgate and tank flap
from inside the vehicle.
Press the right part of the switch to lock or
the left part of the switch to unlock.9 Warning
For safety reasons, the vehicle cannot be
locked or unlocked via the remote control
(and the anti-theft system 3 will not be
activated) if the key is in the ignition
switch.

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Mechanical anti-theft locking
system 3
To lock:
All doors and the tailgate must be closed;
press button p on remote control again
within 3 seconds after locking
- or -
Turn key in driver's door lock towards rear
of vehicle again within 3 seconds after
locking, then turn it back to the vertical
position and remove.
Lock buttons on all doors are positioned
such that doors cannot be opened. To unlock
:
Press button q on remote control
- or -
Turn key in driver's d oor lock towards front
of vehicle, then turn it back to the vertical
position and remove.Anti-theft alarm system 3
The system monitors:
zFront and rear doors.
z Tailgate, bonnet.
z Ignition switch.
z Passenger compartment 3.
z Vehicle tilt, e.g. if it is raised 3.
z Siren power supply 3.
9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are people
in the vehicle. The doors cannot be
unlocked from inside.
9 Warning
Unlocking is not possible in any other
way, so keep spare key in a safe place.

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The remote control unit is used to operate
the anti-theft alarm system.
To activate
Always ensure that the doors, bonnet,
tailgate, sun roof 3 and windows are
properly closed and that there are no
passengers left in the vehicle before
activating anti-theft alarm system.
Press button p on remote control
- or -
Lock driver’s door by turning key in door
lock towards rear of vehicle then turn it
back to the vertical position and remove;
z Hazard warning lamps flash once,
z All doors are locked,
z Anti-theft system is activated after
approx. 30 seconds. Confirm that the cont
rol indicator starts
flashing slowly, after illuminating for
approx. 30 seconds, to show that the anti-
theft system has been activated.
If button p is pressed again, the anti-theft
alarm system will activate automatically,
bypassing the 30 second delay.
If the hazard warning lamps do not flash
on activation or the control indicator
flashes quickly, this may indicate that a
door, the tailgate or the bonnet is not fully
closed. Activation without monitoring of
passenger compartment and vehicle tilt
3
Switch on when, for example, animals are
to be left in the vehicle.
9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are
passengers in the vehicle. The doors
cannot be unlocked from the inside when
the alarm is activated.
1. Close tailgate and bonnet.
2. Press button
a in the roof lining.
Control indicator a illuminates in
yellow in the instrument panel.
3. Close doors.
4. Switch on anti-theft alarm system. Control indicator for anti-theft alarm
system illuminates. After a 30 second
delay, the system is activated without
monitoring of the passenger
compartment or vehicle tilt.
Control indicator
a remains
illuminated in the instrument panel
until the system is switched off by
pressing button
a again.