oil change OPEL KARL 2015 Owners Manual

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68 Instruments and Controls
Control indicators in the centreEngine Coolant
Temperature Gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
Left area: Engine operating
temperature not yet reached
Central area: Normal operating
temperature
Right area: Temperature too high
Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
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.

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The menu and function can be
selected via the buttons on the
indicator lever.
To display the remaining engine oil
life duration:
PressMENU to select the Vehicle
Information Menu.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
Remaining Oil Life.
The system must be reset every
time the engine oil is changed to
allow proper functionality. Seek the
assistance of a workshop. Press
SET/CLR to reset. The
ignition must be switched on, with
the engine not running.
When the system has calculated
that engine oil life has been
diminished, Change Engine Oil
Soon or a warning code appears in
the Driver Information Centre. Have
engine oil and filter changed by a
workshop within one week or
500 km (whichever occurs first).
Driver Information Centre
0Driver
Information Centre (DIC) 075.
Service information
0Service
Information 0194.
Indicator
G
illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly
The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes
An indicator or the hazard warning
lights are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of an
indicator light or associated fuse,
failure of indicator light on trailer. Bulb replacement
0Bulb
Replacement 0163.
Fuses
0Fuses 0169.
Indicators
0Indicator Signals 087.
Seat Belt Reminders
Seat belt reminder on front
seats
>illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
After the ignition has been switched
on until the seat belt has been
fastened.
Flashes
After having started the engine for a
maximum of 100 seconds until the
seat belt has been fastened.
Fastening the seat belt
0
Three-Point Seat belt 037.
Seat belt status on rear seats
>in the Driver Information Centre
flashes or illuminates.

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actual distance according to driving
conditions, driving pattern or vehicle
speed.
Trip odometer
Trip odometer displays the recorded
distance since a certain reset.
To reset, pressSET/CLRfor a few
seconds.
Instantaneous fuel economy
Display of the instantaneous
consumption.
Vehicle menu
You can select the following order:
. engine oil life
. unit setting
. tyre learn
. tyre loading
. language set
Each menu can be selected turn the
adjuster wheel in the indicator lever.
Engine oil life
It displays an estimate of the oil's
remaining useful life.
If the number 98 is displayed, it
means 98% of the current oil life
remains.
When the remaining oil life is low,
the vehicle message will appear in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC).
The engine oil should be changed
as soon as possible.
After engine oil change, the engine
oil life system must be reset. To
reset, press SET/CLRa few
seconds.

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Engine oil on0Engine Oil0158.
Unit setting
Press SET/CLR a few seconds.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
one of the settings.
1. metric (km/h, °C)
2. imperial (MPH, °C)
3. us (MPH, °F)
During change unit, selected unit is
flashed.
Press SET/CLR to confirm.
Tyre learn
This display allows for matching
new tyre and wheel by the TPMS
sensors.
To process matching, press SET/
CLR a few seconds.
See Tyre pressure monitoring
system light
0Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System Light 073.
Tyre loading
Press SET/CLR a few seconds to
select the menu.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
one of the settings.
. load Lo
. load Eco
. load Hi

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56 Pressure imbalance–front
57 Pressure imbalance –rear
58 Winter tyre detected
59 Open, then close driver window
60 Open, then close passenger
window
61 Open, then close left rear
window
62 Open, then close right rear
window
63 Open, then close midgate
window
64 Open, then close endgate
window (placeholder only)
65 Theft attempted
66 Service theft alarm
67 Service steering column lock
68 Service power steering, Drive
with care
70 Service levelling system
75 Service AC system
76 Service side detection system
77 Service lane departure warning /
Service front camera 78 Service pedestrian protection
79 Engine oil low
–add oil
81 Service transmission
82 Change engine oil soon
84 Engine power is reduced
89 Service vehicle soon
91 No remote detected
92 No remote detected, Press brake
to restart
93 Press button again to turn engine
Off / Electric vehicles
94 Shift to park
95 Service airbag
96 Power sliding door unavailable
98 Power tailgate unavailable /
Power tailgate switch is Off
99 Pedestrian protection system
disabled
120 Reduce speed for hill decent
control
145 Washer fluid low –add fluid
151 Press clutch to start
173 All-wheel drive Off 174 Low battery
258 Park assist Off
Warning Buzzers
Only one warning chime will sound
at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
When starting the engine or
whilst driving
.
If seat belt is not fastened.
. If a door or the tailgate is not
fully closed when starting-off.
. If a certain speed is exceeded
with parking brake applied.
. If a programmed speed is
exceeded.
. If a warning message or a
warning code appears in the
Driver Information Centre.
. If the parking assist detects an
object.
. If reverse gear is engaged and
the rear end carrier is extended.

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General Information
Accessories and
Modifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other
products - even if they have a
regulatory or otherwise granted
approval.
Do not make any modifications to
the electrical system, e.g. changes
of electronic control units (chip
tuning).
Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle,
the mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle Storage
Storage for a long period
of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for
several months :
.Wash and wax the vehicle.
. Have the wax in the engine
compartment and underbody
checked.
. Clean and preserve the rubber
seals.
. Fill up fuel tank completely.
. Change the engine oil.
. Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
. Check the coolant antifreeze
and corrosion protection.
. Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load.
. Park the vehicle in a dry, well
ventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear. Prevent the
vehicle from rolling.
. Do not apply the parking brake. .
Open the bonnet, close all doors
and lock the vehicle.
. Disconnect the clamp from the
negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back
into operation :
.Connect the clamp to the
negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
. Check tyre pressure.
. Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
. Check the engine oil level.
. Check the coolant level.
. Fit the number plate if
necessary.

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We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not
exceed theMAXmark on the
dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities
0Capacities and
Specifications 0204.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine Coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C.
In northern countries 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 above the
filling line mark.
{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
released 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

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Service display0Service
Display 068.
Confirmations
Confirmation of service is recorded
in the Service and Warranty
Booklet. The date and mileage is
completed with the stamp and
signature of the servicing workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty
or goodwill claims are to be met,
and is also a benefit when selling
the vehicle.
Service interval with remaining
engine oil life duration
The service interval is based on
several parameters depending on
usage.
The service display lets you know
when to change the engine oil.
Service display
0Service
Display 068.
Recommended
Fluids, Lubricants,
and Parts
Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications.
Damage resulting from the use of
products not compliant with these
specifications will not be covered by
the warranty.
{Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and could be
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on
the containers.
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and its viscosity. Quality is more
important than viscosity when
selecting which engine oil to use.
The oil quality ensures e.g. engine cleanliness, wear protection and oil
ageing control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
thickness over a temperature range.
Dexos is the newest engine oil
quality that provides optimum
protection for petrol and diesel
engines. If it is unavailable, engine
oils of other listed qualities have to
be used. Recommendations for
petrol engines are also valid for
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG),
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
0
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
0195.
Topping up engine oil
Engine oils of different
manufacturers and brands can be
mixed as long as they comply with
the required engine oil quality and
viscosity.

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European service schedule
Required engine oil qualityAll European countries with European service interval
Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85)
dexos 1
dexos 2
V
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use max. 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 for topping up once between
each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries with European service interval
Ambient temperature Petrol
down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
International service schedule
Required engine oil quality
All countries with international service interval
Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85)

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212 Index
L
LampsCornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . 86
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Front Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Front Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Headlamps and ParkingLamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89, 168
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Misted Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Rear Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Reversing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Side Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Taillights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Lane Departure Warning Light . . . 72
Light Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Gear Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Variable Effort Steering . . . . . . . . . 71
Light, Auto Stop Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Lighting
Centre Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Airbag and Safety Belt
Tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Airbag On-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Bonnet Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Brake and Clutch System . . . . . . . 71
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Fog Lamp, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Lane Departure Warning . . . . . . . . 72
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Main-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Main/Dipped Beam Changer . . . . 86
Reduced Engine Power . . . . . . . . 74
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Lights (cont'd)
Service Vehicle Soon . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Tail lamp Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Ultrasonic Parking Sensor . . . . . . 72
Lights, Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Load Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
LoadCompartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Loading the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Locks Central Locking System . . . . . . . . 22
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 73
M
Main-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Maintenance Air Conditioning Regular
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . 70
Manual Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Memorised Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Messages
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80