engine OPEL ANTARA 2017.5 Manual user

88Instruments and controlsIf it illuminates during driving or if the
engine cannot be started, seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Starting the engine 3 125.
Diesel particle filter % illuminates or flashes yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires
cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes.
Illuminates during driving
Control indicator % illuminates,
accompanied by a warning chime,
when the diesel particle filter is full. Start cleaning process as soon as
possible.
Flashes during driving
Control indicator % flashes when the
maximum filling level of the filter is
reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to theengine. A warning chime sounds
every 3 minutes until the cleaning process is complete.
Diesel particle filter 3 129, Stop-start
system 3 126.
AdBlue
Y flashes yellow.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue as soon as possible, to avoid prevention of engine starts.
A corresponding message may also
appear in the Driver Information
Centre 3 91.
AdBlue 3 131.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
A corresponding message also
appears on the Info-Display 3 92.Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare wheel). After approx. one minute the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. A corresponding
message also appears on the Info-
Display.
Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 183.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Instruments and controls89Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is
stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 159.
Change engine oil
¢ illuminates yellow.
When the engine is started, ¢
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator ¢ illuminates to indicate
that engine oil life has been
diminished and the oil needs
changing.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
Change oil within 1000 km. Engine
power may be decreased.
Once the engine oil has been
changed 3 159, the engine oil life
monitor needs to be reset. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Low engine oil level
S illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, S
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates during driving
Oil level is low: top up oil to specified
level 3 159.
Fuel economy mode s illuminates green.
Depending on version, s
illuminates when fuel economy mode
is switched on 3 122.
Low fuel Y illuminates yellow.

90Instruments and controlsWhen the engine is started, Y
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates during driving when fuel
level in tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 150.
Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel
supply can cause catalytic converter
to overheat 3 130.
If the tank has been run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 165.
Fuel tank capacity 3 211.
Catalytic converter 3 130.
Drain fuel filter
U illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when water level in diesel fuel filter exceeds a specified level.
Residual water in the diesel fuel filter
must be drained 3 164. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Immobiliser d illuminates red.When the engine is started, d
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates to indicate a fault in the
immobiliser system. The engine
cannot be started.
Electronic immobiliser 3 28.
Reduced engine power
# illuminates yellow.
Illuminates in conjunction with control
indicator g; the vehicle needs a
service. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles, stop the
engine and restart after 10 seconds.
The engine power is limited. Consult
a workshop.
Apply footbrake
- illuminates yellow.
Brake pedal must be depressed to
release the electrical parking brake
3 143.Clutch pedal must be depressed to
restart the engine.
Stop-start system 3 126.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and
during headlight flash 3 106.
Automatic headlight levelling system
q illuminates yellow
Illuminates during driving to indicate a fault that requires immediate
attention. Seek the assistance of a
workshop as soon as possible.
Automatic headlight range
adjustment 3 106.
Fog light
> illuminates green.
Illuminates when the front fog lights
are switched on 3 108.

Instruments and controls99Always day design; black or coloured
text on a light background.
Always night design ; white or
coloured text on a dark background.
Selections are indicated by a o in
front of the menu item.
Ignition logic
See Infotainment manual.Vehicle messages
Warning chimes When starting the engine or whilst
driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● When operating the turn and lane-change signals.
● When the vehicle is being driven and the electrical parking brake isapplied 3 143.
● When releasing the electrical parking brake without applying
the foot brake 3 90.
● If there is a fault in the braking system 3 85.
● If the parking assist detects an object 3 148.● During automatic self-cleaning of
the diesel particle filter 3 129.
● In vehicles equipped with engine overspeed warning; when
vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h
3 91.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● When the key is in the ignition switch.
● With exterior lights on.
Tyre pressure
Check control

106LightingTail lightsTail lights illuminate together with low
beam/high beam and sidelights.
Automatic light control
When the automatic light control
function is switched on and the
engine is running, low beam switches on automatically depending on
outside light conditions.
For reasons of safety, the light switch
should always remain in the AUTO
position.
To ensure automatic light control
functions properly, do not cover the
light sensor on top of the instrument
panel.
Driving abroad 3 107.
Wiper activated lighting With light switch in the AUTO
position, when the windscreen wiper
is operated for 8 cycles or more the
exterior lights illuminate
automatically.
High beam
To switch from low to high beam,
push lever.
To switch to low beam, pull lever back
again.
Control indicator C 3 90.
Headlight flash
To activate the headlight flash, pull
lever.
Headlight range adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment ?

114Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems.............114
Heating and ventilation system 114
Air conditioning system ...........115
Electronic climate control system .................................... 116
Air vents ..................................... 119
Adjustable air vents .................119
Fixed air vents ......................... 120
Maintenance .............................. 120
Air intake ................................. 120
Pollen filter ............................... 120
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 121
Service .................................... 121Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation system
Controls for: ● Temperature
● Air distribution
● Fan speed
● Demisting and defrosting
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Heated seats ß 3 40.
Temperaturered:warmblue:cold
Heating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distribution
M:to head area via adjustable air
ventsL:to head area via adjustable air
vents and to foot wellsK:to foot wells and to windscreenJ:to windscreen, front door
windows and foot wellsl:to windscreen, front door
windows and head area via
adjustable air vents
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed.
x:off1:minimum speed4:maximum speed

Climate control115Demisting and defrosting● Set the air distribution switch to l or J
● Set temperature control to warmest level
● Set fan to highest level
● Close centre air vents
● Open side air vents and direct them towards the door windows
Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
Air conditioning system
In addition to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has controls for:n:cooling4:air recirculationÜ:demisting and defrosting
Heated seats ß 3 40.
Cooling n
Press n
to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by illumination
of the LED in the button. Cooling is
only functional when the engine is
running and climate control fan is switched on.
Press n again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
outside temperature is slightly above
freezing point. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch the cooling system off to save
fuel.
Activated cooling may inhibit
autostops. Stop-start system 3 126.
Air recirculation system 4
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
mode. Activation is indicated by
illumination of the LED in the button.
Press 4 again to deactivate
recirculation mode.9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen might mist up from outside, when cold air is

118Climate controlNote
If A/C is switched on, reducing the
set cabin temperature can cause the engine to restart from an Autostop or
inhibit an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Manual settings
Climate control system settings can
be changed by pressing A/C or by
adjusting the fan speed or air
distribution switch. Changing a
setting will deactivate Automatic
mode.
To return to Automatic mode: Press
AUTO .
Cooling A/C 3 115.
Fan speed x
To deactivate Automatic mode,
change fan speed manually or turn
fan to position off x.
To return to Automatic mode: Switch
on fan and press AUTO.
Air distribution
Press appropriate button for desired
adjustment. Activation is indicated by illumination of the LED in the button.M:to head area via adjustable air
ventsL:to head area via adjustable air
vents and to foot wellsK:to foot wells and to windscreenJ:to windscreen, front door
windows and foot wellsV:to windscreen, front door
windows and head area via
adjustable air vents
All combinations are possible.
To return to Automatic mode: Press
AUTO .
Automatic air recirculation t
The automatic air recirculation
system has an air quality sensor
which switches on automatically if
harmful ambient gases are detected.
Operated by pressing t. Activation is
indicated by illumination of the LED in
the button.
The automatic air recirculation
system is only operational if the
engine is running.

120Climate control
Direct the flow of air by tilting and
swivelling the slats.
9 Warning
Do not attach any objects to the
slats of the air vents. Risk of
damage and injury in case of an
accident.
Fixed air vents
Additional air vents are located
beneath the windscreen, door
windows and in the front and rear foot wells.
The area underneath the front seats
must be kept clear, to allow air flow to
the rear passenger foot well.Maintenance
Air intake
The air intakes in front of the
windscreen in the engine
compartment must be kept clear to
allow air intake. Remove any leaves,
dirt or snow.
Pollen filter Cabin air filtration A particle filter cleans the cabin air
from dust, soot, pollen and spores.

122Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 122
Driving economically ...............122
Control of the vehicle ...............123
Steering ................................... 124
Starting and operating ...............124
New vehicle running-in ............124
Ignition switch positions ...........125
Starting the engine ..................125
Overrun cut-off ........................ 126
Stop-start system ....................126
Parking .................................... 128
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Diesel particle filter ..................129
Catalytic converter ...................130
AdBlue ..................................... 131
Automatic transmission ..............136
Transmission display ...............136
Selector lever .......................... 136
Sport mode .............................. 137
Manual mode ........................... 138
Electronic driving programmes 138
Fault ........................................ 138
Interruption of power supply ....139Manual transmission ..................139
Drive systems ............................ 140
All-wheel drive ......................... 140
Brakes ........................................ 142
Antilock brake system .............142
Parking brake .......................... 143
Brake assist ............................. 144
Hill start assist ......................... 144
Ride control systems .................145
Electronic Stability Control ......145
Descent control system ...........146
Automatic level control ............147
Driver assistance systems .........147
Cruise control .......................... 147
Parking assist .......................... 148
Fuel ............................................ 150
Fuel for diesel engines ............150
Refuelling ................................ 150
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 151
Trailer hitch ................................ 152
General information .................152
Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 152
Trailer towing ........................... 153
Towing equipment ...................153
Trailer stability assist ...............155Driving hints
Driving economically Fuel economy mode
Fuel economy mode is a function that optimises fuel consumption. It affects,
e.g., engine power and torque,
acceleration and gear shift indication.
Manual transmissionActivation
Press s on the instrument panel;
LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation.