transmission oil OPEL ANTARA 2014 Owners Manual

In brief17
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<=higher gear]=lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the foot brake is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 129.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 176,
3 207.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 153.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 35,
3 42.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position ACC
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ manual transmission in neutral
■ operate clutch and brake pedals ■ automatic transmission in P or N
■ do not accelerate
■ diesel engines: turn key to ON for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes
■ turn key to START and release
Starting the engine 3 124.

Instruments and controls81Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately 3 145.
Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel
supply can cause catalytic converter
to overheat 3 129.
Diesel engines: if the tank has been
run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity
3 206.
Service display
The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
and filter. Based on driving
conditions, the interval at which an
engine oil and filter change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Change engine oil 3 89.
Transmission display
Displays the mode or selected gear
with automatic transmission.
P=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutralD=drive position (automatic
mode)1-6=selected gear in manual mode
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. Depending on the
equipment, the position of the control
indicators may vary.
When the ignition is switched on,
most control indicators will illuminate
briefly as a functionality test.
The control indicator colours mean:
red=danger, important
reminderyellow=warning, information, faultgreen=confirmation of activationblue=confirmation of activationwhite=confirmation of activation

Driving and operating123Driving and operatingDriving hints............................... 123
Starting and operating ...............123
Engine exhaust .......................... 128
Automatic transmission .............. 129
Manual transmission ..................133
Drive systems ............................ 134
Brakes ........................................ 136
Ride control systems .................138
Driver assistance systems .........141
Fuel ............................................ 144
Trailer hitch ................................ 147Driving hints
Control of the vehicleNever coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation ( e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 125.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.
Power steering Never leave the steering wheel on full
lock when the vehicle is stationary as this may damage the power steering
pump.
Control indicator 2 3 87.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be inhibited to allow for charging of the
battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 128.

Driving and operating135
Towing the vehicle 3 188.
Driving through water
Do not exceed the maximum wading
depth 3 204.
Check the depth of water: choose the
lowest entry and departure angles
before entering. Maintain a steady
engine speed, to help prevent water
from entering the exhaust system, but do not exceed 5 km/h, to avoid
splashing the water.
Drive with the flow wherever possible,
not against it. If you have to drive
against the flow, try to drive at an
angle to it, so that the leading corner
of the vehicle will help deflect water
from the engine compartment. Avoid
splashing the water - if the ignition
system becomes wet, the engine may
stall.
Avoid water entering the air intake
system. If water enters the air intake
system, engine seizure with severe
costly damage may result.
Test the brakes after leaving the
water - wet brakes are less effective
than dry ones. Perform the serviceoperations for wading , involving
checks for water contamination, at
the earliest opportunity.
Service checks after wading
Check for the ingress of water into the following:
■ Brake fluid reservoir
■ Air cleaner element
■ Engine
■ Transmission
■ Axles
■ Interior of vehicle
Renew any lubricating oil or hydraulic
fluid that has a milky appearance,
indicating contamination with water.
Cleaning
Clean the vehicle thoroughly and as
soon as possible after driving off-
road.
Do not let mud remain dry on any part
of the vehicle as it becomes abrasive
and can damage paint, glass, seals,
bearings and brake components. If
left to build up, mud can seriously
affect the airflow through and overmechanical components and cause
localised overheating and failure of
parts, especially in the engine
compartment.
Ensure the radiator core and the area between the radiator and intercooler/
oil cooler (where installed) is cleaned, to maintain proper cooling air flow.
Check the radiator and cooler cores
for blockage (sand, silt etc.).
Check the tyre treads.
Clean and check the mechanical
parts of the vehicle, particularly the following areas:
■ Driveshafts, including sealing bellows
■ Front brake calipers, pads and discs
■ Front suspension
■ Clutch fork sealing bellows
■ Rear brake calipers, pads and discs
■ Rear suspension
■ Fuel tank and underguard
■ Breathers, axles and fuel tank
■ Load sensing valve

Vehicle care169
FuseCircuitABSAnti-lock Brake
SystemA/CClimate control,
air conditioning
systemBATT1Instrument panel
fuse boxBATT2Instrument panel
fuse boxBATT3Instrument panel
fuse boxBCMBody Control
ModuleECMEngine Control
ModuleECM PWR TRNEngine Control
Module, Power‐
trainENG SNSREngine sensorsEPBElectrical parking
brakeFuseCircuitFAN1Cooling fanFAN3Cooling fanFRT FOGFront fog lightsFRT WPRFront wiperFUEL/VACFuel pump,
vacuum pumpHDLP WASHERHeadlight washerHI BEAM LHHigh beam (left-
hand)HI BEAM RHHigh beam (right-
hand)HORNHornHTD WASH/MIRHeated washer
fluid, heated exte‐
rior mirrorsIGN COIL AIgnition coilIGN COIL BIgnition coilLO BEAM LHLow beam (left-
hand)FuseCircuitLO BEAM RHLow beam (right-
hand)PRK LP LHParking light (left-
hand)PRK LP RHParking light
(right-hand)PWM FANPulse width modu‐ lation fanREAR DEFOGHeated rear
windowREAR WPRRear wiperSPARE–STOP LAMPBrake lightsSTRTRStarterTCMTransmission
Control ModuleTRLR PRL LPTrailer parking
lights

Vehicle care189
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the front towing eye, never to
the bumper or front suspension units.
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear.
The front towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Turn key to ignition switch position
ACC and release the electrical
parking brake before towing the
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
Keep tow rope clear of front bumper, and ensure it is securely fixed to the
towing eye at both ends. Pull on the tow rope to check.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation system 3 116 and
close the windows.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards. The maximum speed is
88 km/h . In all other cases, and when
the transmission is defective, the front axle must be raised off the ground.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Do not tow the vehicle using the
towing eye. Towing with a tow rope
could cause severe damage to the
transmission. When towing a vehicle with automatic transmission, use flat
bed or wheel lift equipment.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the spoiler lip. Store
towing eye in the storage
compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment.
Vehicle tools 3 173.

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Fuel consumption - CO2-
Emissions ............................... 146
Fuel economy mode .....................89
Fuel filler cap ................................ 85
Fuel for diesel engines ..............145
Fuel for petrol engines ...............144
Fuel gauge ................................... 81
Fuses ......................................... 166
G Gauges ......................................... 80
General information ...................147
Glovebox ..................................... 56
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 94
H Halogen headlights ....................161
Hand brake ................................. 137
Hazard warning flashers ............108
Headlight flash ........................... 107
Headlight range adjustment ......107
Headlights .................. 106, 107, 160
Headlights when driving abroad 108
Headlight washer ..........................74
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 34
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 31
Heating ........................................ 39Heating and ventilation system . 115
High beam ........................... 90, 107
Hill start assist ........................... 138
Horn ....................................... 14, 74
I
Identification plate .....................198
Ignition switch positions .............124
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 90
Indicators ...................................... 80
Information displays...................... 92
Instrument cluster ........................80
Instrument panel fuse box .........170
Instrument panel illumination .....166
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 111
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 192
Interior lighting ............................ 111
Interior lights ...................... 111, 165
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......132
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....55
J Jump starting ............................. 187K
Kerb weight........................... 71, 204
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
Kickdown .................................... 131
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 70
Light covers, misted.................... 110
Lighting ....................................... 106
Lighting features .........................113
Light switch ................................ 106
Load compartment ................23, 68
Load compartment cover .............68
Load compartment lighting .........112
Load compartment storage ..........68
Loading information .....................71
Low engine oil level .....................89
Low fuel ....................................... 90
M Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 131
Manual transmission .................. 133
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Mirrors .................................... 27, 29
Misted light covers .....................110