OPEL KARL 2017 Manual user

Instruments and controls79Fuel range
Range is calculated from current fuel
tank level and current consumption.
The display shows average values.
After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.
When the fuel level in the tank is low,
a message appears on the display
and control indicator Y in the fuel
gauge illuminates.
When the tank must be refuelled
immediately, a warning code appears and remains on the display.
Additionally, control indicator Y
flashes in the fuel gauge 3 76.
Fuel range, LPG version
Display of the approximate total fuel
range for both fuel tanks (LPG and
petrol).
Average vehicle speed
Display of average speed. The
measurement can be reset at any
time.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds while viewing this page.
Instantaneous fuel economy
Display of the instantaneous
consumption.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Instantaneous consumption is
indicated for the currently selected mode, LPG or petrol.

80Instruments and controlsAverage fuel economy
Display of average consumption. Themeasurement can be reset at any
time and starts with a default value.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds while viewing this page.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Average consumption is indicated for
the currently selected mode, LPG or
petrol.
Timer
Indicates driving time since last reset.
To stop or start timer press
SET/CLR .
To reset press and hold SET/CLR for
a few seconds.
Vehicle information
Possible pages are: ● unit
● remaining engine oil life indication
● tyre pressure
● tyre loading
Unit
Press SET/CLR while page is
displayed. Select metric (unit 1) or
imperial (unit 2) by turning the
adjuster wheel. Press SET/CLR to set
the unit of measurement.

Instruments and controls81Remaining oil life
Indicates an estimate of the oil's
useful life. The number in percentage means the current remaining oil life
and indicates when to change the
engine oil and filter 3 68.
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressures of all wheels are
displayed on this page during driving 3 158.
Tyre learn
This display allows for matching new
tire and wheel by the tyre pressure
monitoring system sensors 3 158.

82Instruments and controlsTyre load
The tyre pressure category accordingto the actual tyre inflation pressure
can be selected 3 158.
Outside temperature
Display of current outside
temperature.
Language
Select preferred country language as
display language.
Time
Display of current time.
Info display
The Info-Display is located in the
instrument panel near the instrument
cluster.
Depending on the vehicle
configuration the vehicle has a
● Graphic-Info-Display
or
● 7'' Colour-Info-Display with
touch-screen functionality
The vehicle has a 7'' Colour-Info-
Display with touch-screen
functionality.
The Info displays can indicate: ● time 3 63
● outside temperature 3 63
● date 3 63
● Infotainment system, see description in the Infotainment
manual
● indication of parking assist instructions 3 127
● system messages
● settings for vehicle personalisation 3 86Graphic-Info-Display
Press X to switch on the display.
Press MENU to select main menu
page.
Turn MENU to select a menu page.
Press MENU to confirm a selection.
Press BACK to exit a menu without
changing a setting.
7'' Colour-Info-Display
Selecting menus and settings
Menus and settings are accessed via
the display.

Instruments and controls83
Press X to switch on the display.
Press ; to display the homepage.
Tap required menu display icon with
the finger.
Tap a respective icon to confirm a
selection.
Tap 9 to return to the next higher
menu level.
Press ; to return to the homepage.
For further information, see Infotainment manual.
Vehicle personalisation 3 86.
Valet mode
Some functions of the Driver
Information Centre and the Info-
Display can be limited for some
drivers.
Activation or deactivation of valet
mode can be set in the menu
Settings in the vehicle personalisation
menu.
Vehicle personalisation 3 86.
For more information see
Infotainment manual.Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated mainly in the
Driver Information Centre, in some
cases together with a warning and
signal buzzer.
Press SET/CLR , MENU or turn the
adjuster wheel to confirm a message.

84Instruments and controlsVehicle messages in Driver
Information Centre
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message3Engine coolant level low4Air conditioning off11Brakes worn12Vehicle overloaded13Compressor overheatedNo.Vehicle message15Centre high-mounted brake
light failure16Brake light failure17Headlight levelling malfunction18Left low beam failure19Rear fog light failure20Right low beam failure21Left sidelight failure22Right sidelight failure23Reversing light failure24Number plate light failure25Left front turn signal failure26Left rear turn signal failure27Right front turn signal failure28Right rear turn signal failure35Replace battery in radio remote
control36ESC InitialisingNo.Vehicle message49Lane departure warning unavailable52Change timing belt56Tyre pressure imbalance on
front axle57Tyre pressure imbalance on
rear axle59Open, then close driver window60Open, then close front
passenger window61Open, then close left rear
window62Open, then close right rear
window65Theft attempted66Service anti-theft alarm system67Service steering wheel lock68Service power steering75Service air conditioning

Instruments and controls85No.Vehicle message77Service lane departure warning79Top up engine oil81Service transmission / trans‐
mission malfunction
Manual transmission auto‐
mated 3 11782Change engine oil soon84Engine power reduced89Service vehicle soon95Service airbag145Check washer fluid level151Press clutch to start174Low vehicle battery258Parking assist offVehicle messages on
Colour-Info-Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
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.
● 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 appears in the Driver Information Centre orInfo-Display.● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If unintended lane change occurs.
● If a fault in the automatic locking system is detected.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, the warning code 174 will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe drive, e.g.

86Instruments and controlsseat heating, heated windscreen
and heated rear window or other
main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.
The warning code will disappear after
the engine has been started twice
consecutively without a voltage drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.Vehicle personalisation
The vehicle's behaviour can be
personalised by changing the settings in the Info-Display.
Some of the personal settings for
different drivers can be memorised
individually for each vehicle key.
Memorised settings 3 23.
Depending on vehicle equipment and
country-specific regulations some of
the functions described below may
not be available.
Some functions are only displayed or
active when the engine is running.
Personal settings Graphic-Info-Display
Press MENU , when ignition is on and
infotainment system is activated.
Turn the MENU button to scroll
through the menu list. Press MENU to
select the respective menu. To close
a menu or to go back to previous
page, press BACK.
Select Settings , scroll through the list
and select Vehicle Settings
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Vehicle Settings ● Park Assist / Collision Detection
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist.
● Comfort Settings
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Rear Auto Wipe in Reverse :
Activates or deactivates

Instruments and controls87automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
● Languages : Scroll through the list
and select the desired language.
● Lighting
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the entry
lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates exit lighting and
changes lighting duration.
● Power Door Locks
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the door locking function while a door is
open.
Delayed Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function. This feature
delays the actual locking of the
doors until all doors are closed.
● Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Remote Unlock Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.Remote Lock Feedback :
Changes what kind of feedback
is given when locking the vehicle.
Remote Door Unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Auto Relock Doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without
opening the vehicle.
● Restore Factory Settings :
Resets all settings to the default settings.
● Valet Mode :
Activated, all vehicle displays are locked and no changes may be
performed within the system.
See Infotainment manual.
Personal settings 7" Colour-Info-Display
Press ;, select Settings and
then Vehicle on the touch-screen.
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Settings ● Climate & Air Quality
Auto Fan Max Speed : Modifies
the level of the cabin airflow of the climate control in automatic
mode.
Air Conditioning Mode : Controls
the state of the cooling compressor when the vehicle is
started. Last setting
(recommended) or at vehicle
start is either always on or always
off.

88Instruments and controlsAuto Defog: Supports
windscreen dehumidification by
automatically selecting the
necessary settings and
automatic air conditioning mode.
Auto Rear Defog : Automatically
activates heated rear window.
● Collision / Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization By Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
● Lighting
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the
duration of exit lighting.● Power Door Locks
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out :
Activates or deactivates the door
locking function while a door is open.
Delayed Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door locking function. This feature
delays the actual locking of the
doors until all doors are closed.
● Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Remote Unlock Light Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback whilst unlocking.
Remote Door Unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Relock Remotely Unlocked
Doors : Activates or deactivates
the automatic relock function
after unlocking without opening
the vehicle.Telematics service
OnStar
OnStar is a personal connectivity and
service assistant with integrated
Wi-Fi hotspot. The OnStar service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Note
OnStar is not available for all
markets. For further information,
contact your workshop.
Note
In order to be available and
operational, OnStar needs a valid
OnStar subscription, functioning
vehicle electrics, mobile service and
GPS satellite link.
To activate the OnStar services and
set up an account, press Z and speak
with an advisor.