height OPEL CORSA 2009 User Guide

171
Driving and operation
Tyre designations
Meanings:
e.g. 185/65 R 15 88 T
Speed code letters: Run-flat tyres (RFT)
3
Run-flat tyres have reinforced, self-
supporting sidewalls, which ensure that the
tyres always have a certain amount of
driveability, even when there is no pressure.
Run-flat tyres are permitted only in the
case of vehicles with ESP®
Plus
3 and a
deflation detection system.
Depending on the tyre manufacturer, run-
flat tyres can be identified from a marking
on the tyre wall, e.g. ROF = RunonFlat for
Dunlop or SSR = Self Supporting Runflat
Tyre for Continental.
Run-flat tyres can be used only in
combination with the alloy wheels issued
by Opel: this also applies to winter tyres. Driving with a damaged tyre
The deflation of a tyre is displayed via the
deflation detection system
3.
If a tyre has no pressure, continued driving
is possible
z at a speed of max. 80 km/h,
z up to a distance of 80 km.
Do not use a tyre repair kit.
Deflation detection system 3 3 164.
185
= Tyre width in mm
65 = Cross-section ratio
(tyre height to tyre width in %)
R = Belt type Radial
RF = Type: Run-flat
15 = Rim diameter in inches
88 = Load-bearing capacity code
e.g.: 88 corresponds to 567 kg
T = Speed code letter:
Q = Up to 160 km/h
S = Up to 180 km/h
T = Up to 190 km/h
H = Up to 210 km/h
V = Up to 240 km/h
W = Up to 270 km/h
9
Warning
Even the tyre pressure of run-flat tyres
must be checked regularly.
Check tyre pressures at least every
14 days and prior to any long journey;
the tyres should be checked when cold.
9
Warning
When driving with a flat tyre, do not
exceed a speed of 80 km/h or a distance
of 80 km.
The vehicle will be more difficult to steer
and handle and the braking distance
will be longer.
Adapt driving style and speed to the
conditions at hand.
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188 Driving and operationThe permitted caravan/trailer load applies
up to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea level.
Since engine power decreases as altitude
increases because of the air becoming
thinner, therefore reducing climbing ability,
the permitted towing weight also
decreases by 10 % for every 1000 metres of
additional altitude. The towing weight
does not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than 8 %,
e. g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight must not
be exceeded. This weight is specified on
the identification plate 3250. Coupling socket load
The coupling socket load is the load
exerted by the trailer/caravan on the
coupling ball. It can be varied by changing
the weight distributi
on when loading the
trailer/caravan.
The maximum permitted coupling socket
load (vehicles with engine Z 12 XEP: 45 kg,
other versions: 55 kg) of the towing vehicle
is noted on the identification plate of the
trailer towing device and specified in the
vehicle documents. This must always be
complied with, partic ularly when towing
heavy trailers. The coupling socket load
must never be less than 25 kg.
When measuring the coupling socket load,
make sure that the drawbar of the loaded
trailer/caravan is at the same height as it
will be when the trailer/caravan is coupled
with the towing vehicl e loaded. Particularly
important for trailers/caravans with
tandem axle. Rear axle load during towing
With the trailer attached and the towing
vehicle fully loaded, including all the
passengers, the permitted rear axle load
(specified on identifica
tion plate and vehicle
documents) for passenger vehicles may be
exceeded by 45 kg and the permitted total
load may be exceeded by 50 kg.
For vans the permitted rear axle load may
be exceeded by 25 kg. The permitted total
load may be exceeded by the following
amounts with the engines specified below:
Trailer operation is not permitted for vans
with tyre size 215/45 R 17.
If the permitted rear axle load is exceeded
a maximum speed of 100 km/h applies. If
lower national maximum speeds are
specified for trailer operation, they must be
complied with. Z 10 XEP 30 kg
Z 12 XEP 15 kg
Z 13 DTH 40 kg
Z 13 DTJ 35 kg
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202 Self-help, vehicle care
Picture no: 18316s.tif
3. The jacking points are marked. With versions of the Corsa OPC with sill
panelling 3 or retrofitted sill panelling 3
no jack 3 must be used. The vehicle may
be damaged.
Picture no: 18429s.tif
4. Before attaching the jack 3, set it to the
required height. Fit the jack arm at the
front – or rear – in such a way that the
jack claw (arrow in figure) goes around
the vertical ridge and engages in the
recess in the ridge. Ensure that the claw
is properly positioned.
Picture no: 18430s.tif
The edge of the jack base must be
planted firmly and vertically in line with
the contact point.
Raise vehicle by turning crank handle.
If this is not the case, carefully lower the
vehicle immediately and reposition the
jack.
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268 Technical DataDimensions
5-door passenger vehicle 3-door passenger vehicle Corsa OPC, OPC Line
Overall length [mm] 39993999 4040
Width [mm] 17371713 1713
Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 19441944 1924
Overall height [mm] 14881488 1488
Length of luggage compartment floor
[mm] 703
703 703
Luggage compartment width [mm] 944944 944
Height of luggage compartment opening
[mm] 538
538 538
Wheelbase [mm] 25112511 2511
Turning circle diameter [m] 10.2010.20 10.20
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273
Index
GGears ................................................ 14, 144
Generator, see Alternator ....................... 87
Glove compartment ................................ 82
Glove compartment lightingBulb replacement ............................... 227
Graphical information display ................ 94
Gross vehicle weight .............................. 259
Gross vehicle weight rating ................... 259HHalogen headlamp system .................. 212 Bulb replacement ............................... 212
Driving abroad ................................... 117
Hand brake ................................16, 17, 167
Hazard warning lamps ................... 12, 111
Head restraints .................................... 4, 52
Headlamp flash ..................................... 109
Headlamp range adjustment ............... 111
Headlamp switch .....................11, 108, 109
Headlamp washer system ......13, 107, 248
Headlamps ............................................... 11 Daytime running lights ...................... 108
Driving abroad ................................... 117
Fog lamps ........................................... 110
Reversing lamps ................................. 110
Warning device .................................. 105
Headrest height ad justment ..................... 4
Heated exterior mirrors ..................... 13, 43
Heated front seats ............................ 50, 51
Heated rear window .......................... 13, 46 Heating .......................................... 120, 124
Seats ............................................... 50, 51
With climate control system ............. 130
With the air conditioning system ...... 128
Height adjustment Seat belts .............................................. 63
Steering wheel ........................................ 5
High-pressure cleaners ......................... 230
Hill Start Assist ....................................... 167
Horn .......................................................... 12
IIdentification plate ................................ 250
Idling ....................................................... 144
Ignition logic .......................................... 100
Ignition system .......................241, 248, 249
Immobiliser ............................................... 27
Information display ................................. 94
Infotainment system ............................. 118
Inspection system ............................ 91, 231
Instrument display ................................... 90
Instrument illumination ......................... 114 Bulb replacement .............................. 227
Instrument panel ....................................... 6
Instruments .............................................. 84
Interior mirror ....................................... 4, 44
Interruption of power supply .......... 46, 104 Easytronic ........................................... 143
Electric windows ................................... 46
Selector lever lock .............................. 148
ISOFIX ....................................................... 68
JJack ................................................ 198, 202
Jump leads ............................................. 191KKey Extending ............................................. 26
Locking doors ................................ 28, 32
Remove ................................................ 17
Starting the engine .............................. 16
Keys .......................................................... 26LLanguage selection ................................ 99
Lashing eyes ...................................... 55, 56
Lead-me-to-the-car light function ....... 113
Light switch .............................................. 11
Lighting ...................................... 11, 88, 108 Driving abroad .................................. 117
Load-bay floor .................................. 24, 82
Loading .................................................. 187
Locking doors .................................... 28, 32
Locking from the inside .................... 29, 34
Locks ...................................................... 230
Luggage compartment Bulb replacement .............................. 227
Lighting .............................................. 116
Loading ................................ 57, 187, 259
Locking ................................................. 36
Luggage compartment cover .......... 54, 56
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275
Index
SSafeguard against unauthorised use .... 16
Safety accessories ........................... 63, 196
Saving energy ........................................ 151
Seat adjustment ........................................ 2
Seat belts ............................................ 58, 62
Seat height adjustment ....................... 3, 49
Seat position ............................................ 50
Seats ........................................................... 2Heated ............................................ 50, 51
Selector lever .................................. 137, 145
Selector lever lock ............................ 15, 145
Self-diagnosis .............................61, 74, 166
Self-help .................................................. 190 Central locking ..................................... 34
Electric sun roof .................................... 47
Electric windows ................................... 46
Information display ............................. 96
Remote control ..................................... 31
Service interval display ......................... 240
Service intervals ..................................... 231 Additional work .................................. 238
Hard driving conditions ..................... 238
Main inspection .................................. 231
Service work ........................................... 240
Side airbags ............................................. 71
Signal system ........................................... 12
Spare keys ................................................ 26
Spare wheel ........................... 196, 197, 200
Speed .............................................. 151, 152 Fuel consumption ...................... 151, 152 Speed warning ......................................... 92
Speedometer ........................................... 90
Sport programme .................................. 140
Starting the engine .......................... 27, 137
Steam-jet cleaners ................................. 230
Steering column lock ......................... 16, 17
Steering wheel adju
stment ....................... 5
Steering wheel remote control ....... 21, 118
Stowage compartments ......................... 82
Sun roof ............................................ 46, 230
Sunblind ................................................... 47
System settings ........................................ 98
TTachometer .............................................. 90
Tail lamps ............................................... 108 Bulb replacement .............................. 221
Tailgate .................................................... 36
Tank Fuel gauge ........................................... 90
Technical data ....................................... 250
Telephone, see Mobile telephone ........ 119
Temperature regulation ............... 123, 130
Tempomat, see cruise control .............. 160
Temporary spare wheel ................ 173, 197
Tightening torque .......................... 203, 264
Time .......................................................... 96
To fold backrest .................................. 3, 49
Tools ....................................................... 198
Top speed .............................................. 254
Top-Tether ............................................... 68
Towing .................................................... 193
Towing equipment ........................ 184, 269 Towing eye .................................... 193, 195
Transmission
Manual transmission ......................... 144
Transmission display ............... 91, 136, 144
Transmission, automatic ........................ 15 Automatic mode ............................... 145
Driving programme ........................... 146
Fault ................................................... 148
Interruption of power supply ............ 148
Kickdown ............................................ 146
Selector lever ............................... 15, 145
Selector lever lock ................................ 15
Winter programme ............................ 146
Transmission, Easytronic Driving programmes ......................... 139
Fault ................................................... 142
Interruption of power supply ............ 143
Kickdown ............................................ 141
Selector lever ............................... 15, 138
Sport programme .............................. 140
Winter programme ............................ 140
Transmission, manual ............................. 14
Tread depth ........................................... 170
Trip computer ............................ 20, 92, 101
Trip odometer .................................... 92, 93
Triple information display ...................... 94
Turn signal lamps .................................... 11
Turn signals Bulb replacement ...................... 220, 221
Tyre chains ..................................... 172, 264
Tyre condition ........................................ 170
Tyre pressure ........................... 22, 169, 264
Tyre repair kit ........................................ 204
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