bonnet OPEL VIVARO B 2019 Owner's Manual

In brief111Side air vents ...................... 129
2 Ashtray .................................. 90
Cupholder ............................ 75
3 Light switch ........................ 110
Rear fog light ....................... 114
Front fog lights ...................113
Exit lighting .......................... 116
Turn lights ........................... 113
Sidelights ............................ 110
Headlight flash, low beam
and high beam ....................111
4 Instruments .......................... 91
Driver Information Centre .... 103
Trip computer .....................106
5 Horn ...................................... 85
Driver airbag ......................... 63
6 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer system ..86
Rear window wiper, rear
window washer system ........87
Trip computer .....................1067Card reader for electronic
key system ............................ 23
8 Steering column controls ......85
9 Centre air vents ................... 129
10 Power outlet .......................... 89
Cigarette lighter ..................... 90
Coin tray, USB slot ................ 73
11 Info Display ......................... 104
12 Front passenger airbag .........63
13 Glovebox .............................. 74
14 Heated exterior mirrors .........41
Heated rear window ..............45
Idle speed control ...............136
15 Power outlet .......................... 89
Cigarette lighter ..................... 90
16 Climate control system ........ 118
Electronic climate control
system ................................. 120
17 Ashtray .................................. 90
Cupholder ............................ 75
18 Hazard warning flashers .....113
Central locking system ..........2619Front parking assist ............ 156
20 Power button for electronic
key system .......................... 133
21 Eco button for fuel
economy mode ...................131
22 Stop-start system ................137
Cruise control ...................... 153
Speed limiter ....................... 155
23 Remote control on
steering wheel ......................85
Cruise control .....................153
24 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock .............133
25 Steering wheel adjustment ...85
26 Bonnet release lever ...........168
27 Fuse box ............................. 184
28 Rear parking assist ............156
Electronic Stability Control ..151
Traction Control system ......150
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 111
Instrument panel
illumination control ..............114

38Keys, doors and windows
Press e twice.
Deactivation
Unlock the doors by pressing the
button on any exterior door handle or
press c.
Hands-free operation is automatically
disabled when the electronic key
buttons have been operated (or the
central locking switch e is pressed).
To re-enable hands-free operation,
restart the engine.
Central locking system 3 26.
Electronic key system 3 23.
Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system is
operated in conjunction with the
central locking system 3 26.
It monitors: ● doors, rear doors / tailgate, bonnet
● passenger compartment ● load compartment
● ignition
● interruption of alarm siren power supply
Activation
All doors and the bonnet must be
closed.
Hazard warning lights flash to confirm activation. If the hazard warning lights do not flash upon activation, a door or
the bonnet is not fully closed.2-button and 3-button remote control
Press e to activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
Electronic key
For hands-free operation, the
electronic key must be outside the
vehicle, within a range of approx.
1 m of the front doors or load
compartment.

Instruments and controls87Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen.
short pull:wiper swipes oncelong pull:wiper swipes for a few
strokes
Maintenance position
Depending on version, the
windscreen wiper lever may be
equipped with a maintenance position
to make wiper blade replacement
easier.
Before replacing the wiper blades,
switch on the ignition then move the
wiper lever down as far as it will go;
the wiper stops in a position away
from the bonnet.
Wiper blade replacement 3 176.
Rear window wiper and washer
Turn lever:
7:offe:wiper operationf:washer fluid is sprayed onto the
rear windowThe wiping frequency depends on the
vehicle speed.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear is engaged.
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Outside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.

Instruments and controls105automatically and j remains
illuminated. The fault will then be
stored in the on board system.
Warning messages
Warning messages regarding, e.g.
engine, battery or brake system
failure, are displayed together with
control indicator C and may be
accompanied by a warning chime.
Stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Warning messages, e.g. " BATTERY
CHARGING FAULT " disappear from
the display automatically when the
cause of the fault has been remedied.
Fuel economy messages
Fuel economy messages provide tips to improve fuel efficiency. Journeys
can be saved in the system memory,
enabling you to compare
performances.
Refer to Infotainment manual for
further information.
Fuel economy rating 3 106.Warning chimes
If several warnings appear at the
same time, only one warning chime
will sound.
When starting the engine or whilst driving:
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened 3 55.
● If the parking assist detects an object 3 156.
● If the vehicle speed briefly exceeds a set limit 3 153,
3 155.
● If a door or the bonnet is not properly closed when vehicle
exceeds a certain speed.
● During activation and deactivation of alarm monitoring
of vehicle inclination 3 38.
● If there is a fault in the brake system 3 99.
● If the vehicle battery is not charging 3 99.● If engine lubrication is interrupted
3 101.
● If AdBlue needs to be refilled or a
fault is present 3 142.
● If the electronic key is outside of the detection range.
Electronic key system 3 23.
Power button 3 133.
When the vehicle is parked and / or the driver's door is opened:
● If the key has been left in the ignition.
● If the electronic key has been left
in the card reader.
Electronic key system 3 23.
Power button 3 133.
● If the vehicle is in an Autostop. Stop-start system 3 137.
● If the exterior lights are on 3 110.

112LightingTurn thumb wheel ? to required
position:0:only driver, no load2:with passengers and full load
Select another position depending on load condition.
Headlights when driving abroad
The asymmetrical headlight beam
extends visibility at the edge of the
road at the passenger side.
However, when driving in countries
where traffic drives on the opposite
side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming
traffic.
Adjustment
Open the bonnet 3 168 and identify
the marking (shown in the illustration)
beside each of the headlights.
For each headlight:
Using a screwdriver, turn the screw
by a 1
/4 turn towards the
] symbol to
lower the beams or towards the <
symbol to raise the beams.
Ensure the headlight beams are
returned to their original positions
when required.
Daytime running lights
Daytime running lights increase
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
They may be switched on
automatically when the engine is
running.
If required, the daytime running lights can be deactivated via the
Infotainment system. For further
information, refer to Infotainment
manual.
Automatic light control 3 111.
Cornering lights
With the low beam switched on,
depending on the steering angle, vehicle speed and gear selected
when cornering, the front fog light will also switch on, to illuminate the
corner of the road on the respective
side.

138Driving and operatingVehicle messages 3 104.
Note
When the fast idle function is
activated, the stop-start system is
automatically deactivated and
cannot be reactivated by pressing
Î . LED in button illuminates to
indicate deactivation and a
corresponding message may
appear in the Driver Information Centre 3 103.
Idle speed control 3 136.
Depending on version, if the driver's door is opened or the driver's seat belt is unfastened, the stop-start system is
deactivated automatically, and the
engine is switched off. Restart engine by pressing START/STOP .
Power button 3 133.
Autostop
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● depress the clutch pedal
● move the selector lever to neutral
● release the clutch pedalThe engine will be switched off while
the ignition stays on if the required
conditions are met.
An Autostop is indicated when Ï
illuminates in the instrument cluster
3 102.
During an Autostop, heating and brake performance will be
maintained. Brake assist, however, is
not available 3 149.
Caution
The power steering assist may be
reduced during an Autostop.
If you exit the vehicle while the engine is in an Autostop, a warning chime will
sound and a message " IGNITION
OFF " is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre as a reminder that
the engine is on standby and has not
been switched off.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled,
otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited and control indicator \ will
illuminate in the instrument cluster:
● the stop-start system is not manually deactivated
● the bonnet is fully closed
● the driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened
● the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition
● the engine is warmed up
● the engine coolant temperature is
not too high
● the outside temperature is not too
low or too high (e.g. below 0 °C
or above 35 °C)

Driving and operating139● the defrosting function is notactivated
● the climate control system does not inhibit an Autostop
● the brake vacuum is sufficient
● the self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active
3 141
● the Antilock brake system (ABS) 3 148, Traction Control system
(TC) 3 150 and Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) 3 151
ride control systems are not
actively engaged
● the vehicle has moved since the last Autostop
Otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited.
Certain settings of the climate control
system may also inhibit an Autostop.
See " Climate control " chapter for
further information 3 120.
Immediately after motorway driving
an Autostop may be inhibited.
New vehicle running-in 3 133.Vehicle battery discharge protection
To ensure reliable engine restarts, several battery discharge protection
features are implemented as part of
the stop-start system.
Restart of the engine by the driver
Depress the clutch pedal to restart the
engine.
Note
If any gear is selected, the clutch
pedal must be fully depressed to
restart the engine.
The engine restart may be interrupted
if the clutch pedal is released too
quickly while a gear is engaged.
If the engine does not restart first
time, depress clutch pedal fully again.
Alternatively, press button Î to
restart the engine while in an
Autostop.
Control indicator Ï 3 102
extinguishes in the instrument cluster when the engine is restarted.Restart of the engine by the stop-
start system
The selector lever must be in neutral to enable an automatic restart.
If one of the following conditions
occurs during an Autostop, the
engine will be restarted automatically
by the stop-start system:
● the vehicle battery is discharged
● the outside temperature is too low or too high (e.g. below 0 °C
or above 35 °C)
● the defrosting function is activated 3 120
● the brake vacuum is not sufficient
● the brake pedal is operated repeatedly
● the vehicle starts to move
An automatic engine restart may not
be possible if a door or the bonnet is
open.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during engine restart may be
noticeable.

166Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................167
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 167
Vehicle storage ........................167
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....168
Vehicle checks ........................... 168
Performing work ......................168
Bonnet ..................................... 168
Engine oil ................................. 169
Engine air filter ........................ 170
Engine coolant ......................... 171
Power steering fluid .................171
Washer fluid ............................ 172
Brakes ..................................... 172
Brake fluid ............................... 172
Vehicle battery ......................... 173
Diesel fuel filter ........................175
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....175
Wiper blade replacement ........176
Bulb replacement .......................177
Headlights ............................... 177
Front fog lights ......................... 178
Front turn lights .......................178
Tail lights ................................. 178
Side turn lights ......................... 179Centre high-mounted brake
light ......................................... 179
Reversing light ......................... 180
Number plate light ...................181
Fog tail light ............................. 181
Interior lights ............................ 182
Instrument panel illumination ...183
Electrical system ........................183
Fuses ....................................... 183
Instrument panel fuse box .......184
Vehicle tools .............................. 187
Tools ........................................ 187
Wheels and tyres .......................188
Tyres ....................................... 188
Winter tyres ............................. 188
Tyre designations ....................188
Tyre pressure .......................... 188
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 190
Tread depth ............................. 191
Changing tyre and wheel size . 192
Wheel covers ........................... 192
Tyre chains .............................. 192
Tyre repair kit .......................... 193
Wheel changing .......................196
Spare wheel ............................ 197
Jump starting ............................. 199Towing....................................... 200
Towing the vehicle ...................200
Towing another vehicle ...........201
Appearance care .......................202
Exterior care ............................ 202
Interior care ............................. 204

Vehicle care167General Information
Accessories and vehicle 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.
Any modification, conversion or other changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control
units) may invalidate the warranty
offered by Opel. Furthermore, such
changes may affect driver assistance systems, fuel consumption, CO 2
emissions and other emissions of the
vehicle. They may also invalidate the
vehicle operating permit.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 the vehicle. Wax painted parts of the vehicle.
Exterior care 3 202.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve 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 vehicle in a dry, wellventilated 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.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir. ● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Since the durability of AdBlue is limited to two years, fluid should
be exchanged if it is too old. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
● Fit the number plate, if necessary.

168Vehicle careEnd-of-life vehicle recoveryInformation on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The vehicle must not be in an
Autostop 3 137.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system generates
extremely high voltages. Do not
touch.
The caps for topping up the engine oil, the coolant, the brake fluid, the
washer fluid and the oil dipstick
handle are yellow for ease of
identification.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.