service OPEL KARL 2018.5 Manual user

Vehicle care157System status and pressure warnings
are displayed by a message with the
corresponding tyre flashing in the
Driver Information Centre.
The system considers the tyre
temperature for the warnings.
Temperature dependency 3 155.
A detected low tyre pressure
condition is indicated by the control
indicator w 3 76.
If w illuminates, stop as soon as
possible and inflate the tyres as
recommended 3 186.
If
w flashes for 60-90 seconds then
illuminates continuously, there is a
fault in the system. Consult a
workshop.
After inflating, some driving may be
required to update the tyre pressure
values in the Driver Information
Centre. During this time w may
illuminate.
If w illuminates at lower temperatures
and extinguishes after some driving,
this could be an indicator for
approaching a low tyre pressure
condition. Check tyre pressure.
Vehicle messages 3 84.
If the tyre pressure must be reduced
or increased, switch off ignition.
Only mount wheels with pressure
sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure
will not be displayed and w
illuminates continuously.
A temporary spare wheel is not
equipped with pressure sensors. The
tyre pressure monitoring system is
not operational for these tyres.
Control indicator w illuminates. For
the further three tyres, the system remains operational.The use of commercially-available
liquid tyre repair kits can impair the
function of the system. Factory-
approved repair kits can be used.
Operating electronic devices or being close to facilities using similar wave
frequencies could disrupt the tyre
pressure monitoring system.
Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre
pressure monitoring system sensors
must be dismounted and serviced.
For the screwed sensor; replace
valve core and sealing ring. For the
clipped sensor; replace complete
valve stem.
Vehicle loading status
Adjust tyre pressure to load condition according to the tyre information labelor tyre pressure chart 3 186, and
select the appropriate setting in the menu Tyre Load in the Driver
Information Centre, Vehicle
Information Menu 3 78 . This setting is
the reference for the tyre pressure
warnings.

158Vehicle careThe Tyre Load menu only appears if
the vehicle is in a standstill and the
parking brake is applied. On vehicles
with automatic transmission the
selector lever has to be in P.
Select:
● Lo for comfort pressure up to
3 people.
● Eco for Eco pressure up to
3 people.
● Hi for full loading.
Tyre pressure sensor matching
process
Each tyre pressure sensor has a
unique identification code. The
identification code must be matched
to a new tyre / wheel position after
rotating the tyres or exchanging the
complete wheel set and if one or more
tyre pressure sensors were replaced. The tyre pressure sensor matching
process should also be performed
after replacing a spare tyre with a
road tyre containing the tyre pressure sensor.
The malfunction light w and the
warning message or code should go
off at the next ignition cycle. The
sensors are matched to the wheel
positions, using a relearn tool, in the
following order: left side front wheel,
right side front wheel, right side rear
wheel and left side rear wheel. The
turn light at the current active position
is illuminated until sensor is matched.
Consult a workshop for service. There
are 2 minutes to match the first wheel position, and 5 minutes overall tomatch all four wheel positions. If it
takes longer, the matching process
stops and must be restarted.
The tyre pressure sensor matching
process is:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition on.
3. On vehicles with manual transmission: select neutral.
4. Use MENU on the stalk to select
the Vehicle Information Menu in
the Driver Information Centre.
5. Turn the adjuster wheel to scroll to
the tyre pressure menu.
6. Press SET/CLR to begin the
sensor matching process. A
message requesting acceptance
of the process should be
displayed.
7. Press SET/CLR again to confirm
the selection. The horn sounds
twice to indicate that the receiver
is in relearn mode.
8. Start with the left side front wheel.
9. Place the relearn tool against the tyre sidewall, near the valve stem.Then press the button to activate

174Service and maintenanceService and
maintenanceGeneral information ...................174
Service information ..................174
Recommended fluids, lubricants
and parts .................................... 175
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 175General information
Service information In order to ensure economical and
safe vehicle operation and to
maintain the value of your vehicle, it
is of vital importance that all
maintenance work is carried out at the proper intervals as specified.
The detailed, up-to-date service
schedule for your vehicle is available
at the workshop.
Service display 3 69.
European service intervals
Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 30,000 km or after one year, whichever occurs first.
Additional engine oil and filter change
is indicated by the engine oil life
system, when required earlier than
maintenance.
A shorter service interval can be valid for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for
taxis and police vehicles.
The European service intervals are
valid for the following countries:Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Greenland, Hungary,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta,
Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,
Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Service display 3 69.
International service intervals
Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 15,000 km or after one year, whichever occurs first.
Additional engine oil and filter change
is indicated by the engine oil life
system, when required earlier than
maintenance.
Severe operating conditions exist if
one or more of the following
circumstances occur frequently: Cold
starting, stop and go operation, trailer operation, mountain driving, driving
on poor and sandy road surfaces,

Service and maintenance175increased air pollution, presence of
airborne sand and high dust content,
driving at high altitude and large
variations of temperature. Under
these severe operating conditions,
certain service work may be required more frequently than the regularservice interval.
The international service intervals are
valid for the countries which are not
listed in the European service
intervals.
Service display 3 69.
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.Recommended fluids,
lubricants and parts
Recommended fluids andlubricants
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications.9 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
aging 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 engines. If it is unavailable,
engine oils of other listed qualities
have to be used. Recommendations
for petrol engines are also valid for
Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 179.
Topping up engine oilCaution
In case of any spilled oil, wipe it up and dispose it properly.
Engine oils of different manufacturersand brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only ACEA
quality is prohibited, since it can
cause engine damage under certain
operating conditions.

176Service and maintenanceSelect the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 179.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade
depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 179.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -36 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -50 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Washer fluid Use only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.Brake and clutch fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should therefore be replaced at the specified interval.

Technical data179Vehicle dataRecommended fluids and lubricants
European service schedule Required engine oil qualityAll European countries with European service interval 3 174Engine oil qualityPetrol engines
(including LPG, E85)dexos2✔
In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. 1 l engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries with European service interval 3 174Ambient temperaturePetrol enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

180Technical dataInternational service schedule
Required engine oil qualityAll countries with international service interval 3 174Engine oil qualityPetrol engines
(including LPG, E85)dexos2✔
In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use the oil qualities listed below:
All countries with international service interval 3 174Engine oil qualityPetrol engines
(including LPG, E85)ACEA A3/B4✔ACEA C3✔

Technical data181Engine oil viscosity gradesAll countries with international service interval 3 174Ambient temperaturePetrol enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40down to -20 °CSAE 10W-30 1)
or SAE 10W-401) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended.

Customer information187Customer
informationCustomer information ................187
Declaration of conformity .........187
REACH .................................... 190
Software acknowledgement ....190
Registered trademarks ............191
Vehicle data recording and pri‐
vacy ........................................... 192
Event data recorders ...............192
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 195Customer information
Declaration of conformity
Radio transmission systems
This vehicle has systems that
transmit and / or receive radio waves
subject to Directive 2014/53/EU. The
manufacturers of the systems listed
below declare conformity with
Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of
the EU declaration of conformity for each system is available at the
following internet address:
www.opel.com/conformity.
Importer is
Opel / Vauxhall, Bahnhofsplatz,
65423 Ruesselsheim am Main,
Germany.
Antenna
INFAC ELECS
Saneop-ro 155beon-gi Gwonseon-
gu, Suwon city, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
Operation frequency: N/A
Maximum output: N/AAntenna
Laird
Daimlerring 31, 31135 Hildesheim, Germany
Operation frequency: N/A
Maximum output: N/A
Immobiliser
Robert Bosch GmbH
Robert Bosch Platz 1, 70839
Gerlingen, Germany
Operation frequency: 125 kHz
Maximum output:
5.1 dBµA/m @ 10 m
Infotainment system R 4.0 / Navi 4.0
LG Electronics
Electronics European Shared Service
Center B.V., Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM
Amstelveen, The NetherlandsOperation
frequency (MHz)Maximum output
(dBm)2400.0 - 2483.542400.0 - 2483.5135725.0 - 5850.013

188Customer informationInfotainment system R300 BT
Humax Automotive Co. Ltd.
2, Yeongmun-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yong-
in-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
Operation frequency:
2402 - 2480 MHz
Maximum output: 4 dBm EIRP
OnStar module
LG Electronics
Electronics European Shared Service
Center B.V., Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM
Amstelveen, The NetherlandsOperation
frequency (MHz)Maximum output
(dBm)2402 - 248042412 - 246218880 - 915331710 - 1785241850 - 1910241920 - 1980242500 - 257023Radio remote control transmitter
Continental Automotive GmbH
Siemensstraße 12, 93055
Regensburg, Germany
Operation frequency: 433.92 MHz
Maximum output: -5.7 dbm
Robert Bosch GmbH
Robert Bosch Platz 1, 70839
Gerlingen, Germany
Operation frequency: 433.92 MHz
Maximum output: -4 dbm
Radio remote control receiver
Robert Bosch GmbH
Robert Bosch Platz 1, 70839
Gerlingen, Germany
Operation frequency: N/A
Maximum output: N/A
Tyre pressure sensors
Schrader Electronics Ltd.
11 Technology Park, Belfast Road,
Antrim BT41 1QS, Northern Ireland,
United Kingdom
Operation frequency: 433.92 MHz
Maximum output: 10 dBm