OPEL COMBO 2017 Owner's Manual

Vehicle care139Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system uses
extremely high voltage. Do not
touch.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Move the safety catch sideways and
open the bonnet.
Secure the bonnet support.

140Vehicle careIf the bonnet is opened during anAutostop , the engine will be restarted
automatically for safety reasons.
Stop-start system 3 114.
Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall
into the latch from a low height
(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is
engaged.Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch, to avoid dents.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually
on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine. Ensure that the correct specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
3 173.
Low engine oil level control indicator
S 3 87.
The maximum engine oil
consumption is 0.6 litres per
1000 km.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least five minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.
Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.
Note
Different dipsticks may be used
depending on engine variant.When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
Note
The engine in your vehicle may differ from the illustrations shown.
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.

Vehicle care141Capacities 3 184.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
cold regions with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be between the
MIN and MAX mark. Top up if the
level is low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of
approved coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 173.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not
work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or
from entering the reservoir.

142Vehicle careIf the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MIN mark consult a
workshop.
If an unusual noise sounds during
steering or the power steering reacts
conspicuously, seek the assistance of a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
windscreen washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Use of washer fluid containing
isopropanol can damage exterior
lamps.
Washer fluid 3 173.
Brakes A squealing noise, or illumination of
brake pad wear control indicator F
indicates that the brake lining is at its
minimum thickness.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake linings replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake pad wear indicator F 3 83.
Brake fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be between
the MIN and MAX marks.
When topping up, ensure maximum cleanliness as contamination of the
brake fluid can lead to brake system
malfunctions. Have the cause of the
loss of brake fluid remedied by a
workshop.

Vehicle care143Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 173.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to vehicle battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 104.
Replacing the vehicle battery Note
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this paragraph may lead to
a temporary deactivation of the stop-
start system.
In vehicles with stop-start system,
ensure the correct battery is used
when replacing the vehicle battery.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 114.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6
volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the vehicle
battery may be damaged.
Jump starting 3 166.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.

144Vehicle care● The vehicle battery containssulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's Manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Wiper blade replacement
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Wiper blade on rear swing door
Lift wiper arm, press and hold
retaining clip and detach wiper blade.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Wiper blade on tailgate
Lift wiper arm, press retaining clips to
detach wiper blade.
Attach the wiper blade to the wiper
arm and push until it engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

Vehicle care145Bulb replacement
Switch off the ignition and switch off
the relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do
not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Replace headlight bulbs from within
the engine compartment.
Bulb check After a bulb replacement, switch on
the ignition, operate and check the
lights.Halogen headlights
Headlights have separate systems for low beam/sidelight 1 (outer bulb),
high beam/daytime running light 2
(inner bulb).
To access bulbs, pull off protective
covers.
Low beam 1. Remove protective cover.
2. Detach connector from bulb.
3. Disengage wire clip and remove bulb from reflector.
4.Insert new bulb in reflector so that
the locating tab of the bulb aligns
with the reflector recess.
5. Attach connector to bulb.
6. Engage wire clip.
7. Install protective cover.
High beam 1. Remove protective cover.
2. Detach connector from bulb.
3. Disengage wire clip and remove bulb from reflector.

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4.Insert new bulb in reflector so that
the bulb aligns with the reflector
recess.
5. Engage wire clip and attach connector onto bulb.
6. Install protective cover.
Sidelight 1. Remove protective cover. Withdraw bulb holder from
reflector by turning anticlockwise.2. Remove bulb from socket, insert new bulb.
3. Insert bulb holder in reflector. 4. Rotate clockwise to engage.
5. Install protective cover.
Daytime running light 1. Remove protective cover.2. Withdraw bulb holder from reflector by turning anticlockwise.
3. Remove bulb from socket, insert new bulb.
4. Insert bulb holder in reflector. 5. Rotate clockwise to engage.
6. Install protective cover.
Front turn signal light 1. Remove protective cover.

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2. Withdraw bulb holder fromreflector by turning anticlockwise.
3. Push bulb into holder slightly, rotate anticlockwise, remove and
renew bulb.
4. Insert bulb holder in reflector.
5. Rotate clockwise to engage.
6. Install protective cover.
Fog lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Tail lights
1. Remove the three retaining screws.
2. Remove lamp assembly from vehicle.
3. Disengage connector plug from bulb holder.
4.Unscrew the four retaining screws
using a screwdriver. Turn bulb
holder for reverse light
anticlockwise and replace bulb.
5. Remove bulb holder and seal from lamp assembly.
6. Push bulb into socket slightly, rotate anticlockwise, remove and
renew bulb.

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Brake light (1)
Turn signal light ( 2)
Tail light ( 3)
Tail light/fog light ( 4)
7. Install seal on bulb holder ensuring it is fitted correctly.
Install bulb holder in lamp
assembly ensuring that it
engages correctly. Tighten the
four retaining screws using a
screwdriver.
8. Install reverse light bulb holder and turn clockwise to tighten.
9. Engage connector plug.
10. Insert lamp assembly in body, ensuring correct positioning.
Tighten the three retaining
screws.
11. Switch on ignition, operate and check all lights.
Side turn signal lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Centre high-mounted brake light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.Number plate light
Tailgate
1. Insert screwdriver as indicated by
the arrows, press to the side and
release the bulb housing.