bonnet OPEL KARL 2019 Manual user

128Vehicle careVehicle 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 to the left vehicle side and open the bonnet.

Vehicle care1299Warning
When the engine is hot, touch the
bonnet support rod at the foam
padding only.
Lift the bonnet, remove the bonnet
support rod from the holder and
secure the bonnet support rod
properly.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Closing
Before closing the bonnet, make sure that all caps are closed properly, then
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
3 165.
The maximum engine oil
consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
reinsert it fully, pull out and read the
engine oil level.
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
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.

162Vehicle careIf using a car wash, comply with the
car wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear
window wiper must be switched off.
Remove antenna and external
accessories such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use
an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax painted parts of the vehicle
regularly (at the latest when water no longer beads). Otherwise, the
paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.Unpainted plastic body parts must not
be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Switch off wipers before handling in
their areas.
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.

184IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 126
Adjustable air vents ...................102
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........70
Airbag deactivation ................45, 70
Airbag label................................... 40 Airbag system .............................. 40
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 103
Air conditioning system ................ 97
Air intake .................................... 103
Air vents...................................... 102
Antilock brake system ................ 112
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......72
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Appearance care ........................161
Ashtrays ....................................... 64
Autostop ..................................... 107
B Battery discharge protection ........95
Battery voltage ............................. 83
Belts.............................................. 38
Bonnet ....................................... 128
Bonnet open ................................. 74
Brake and clutch fluid .................165
Brake and clutch system .............71
Brake assist ............................... 113
Brake fluid .................................. 131Brakes ............................... 112, 131
Breakdown.................................. 160
Bulb replacement ....................... 134
C Catalytic converter .....................110
Central locking system ................22
Centre console storage ...............53
Centre high-mounted brake light 138
Changing tyre and wheel size ...150
Charging system .......................... 71
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraints.............................. 46
Child restraint systems ................46
Cigarette lighter ........................... 64
City mode ................................... 115
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems ...............96
Clock ............................................ 62
Code ............................................. 81
Control indicators.......................... 67
Control of the vehicle .................104
Controls ........................................ 60
Coolant and antifreeze ...............165
Cornering lights ............................ 91
Cruise control ...................... 74, 117
Cupholders .................................. 52
Curtain airbag system .................. 45