OPEL VIVARO C 2020.25 Owner's Guide

In brief19Type B
Turn the gear selector.
R:reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationaryN:neutralA:automatic modeM:manual mode
Automatic transmission 3 165.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 237 and
condition 3 271
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 214
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 39,
seats 3 48 and seat belts
3 58
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wetStarting the engine
Ignition switch
● turn key to position 1
● move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
● manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal
automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector lever to P or N
● do not operate accelerator pedal

20In brief● diesel engine: wait until controlindicator z for preheating
extinguishes
● turn key to position 2 and release
after engine has been started
Starting the engine 3 155.Start power button
● manual transmission: operate
clutch and brake pedal
● automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selectorlever to P or N
● do not operate accelerator pedal
● press Start/Stop button
● release button after starting procedure begins
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, an Autostop is activated.
An Autostop is indicated by control
indicator ñ.
Manual transmission: to restart the
engine, depress the clutch pedal
again. Control indicator ñ
extinguishes.
Automatic transmission: to restart the
engine, release the brake pedal.
Control indicator ñ extinguishes.
Stop-start system 3 157.

In brief21Parking9Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the parking brake.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P (automatic
transmission type A) / N
(automatic transmission type B). On an uphill slope, turn the
front wheels away from the
kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P (automatic transmission type
A) / N (automatic transmission
type B). Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Switch off the engine.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
● Lock the vehicle with - on the
radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm
system 3 37.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 213.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 22.
Laying-up the vehicle for a long
period of time 3 212.

22Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 22
Keys .......................................... 22
Radio remote control .................23
Electronic key system ................24
Central locking system ..............25
Automatic locking ......................29
Child locks ................................. 29
Doors ........................................... 31
Sliding doors .............................. 31
Load compartment ....................33
Vehicle security ............................ 36
Anti-theft locking system ...........36
Anti-theft alarm system ..............37
Immobiliser ................................ 39
Exterior mirrors ............................ 39
Convex shape ........................... 39
Electric adjustment ....................39
Folding mirrors .......................... 40
Heated mirrors ........................... 40
Interior mirrors ............................. 41
Manual anti-dazzle ....................41
Automatic anti-dazzle ................41
Child surveillance mirror ............41Windows ...................................... 42
Windscreen ............................... 42
Power windows ......................... 42
Rear windows ............................ 43
Heated rear window ..................44
Heated windscreen ....................45
Sun visors .................................. 45
Roller blinds ............................... 45
Roof ............................................. 46
Glass panel ............................... 46Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky items to the ignition key.
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on a
detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 253.
Central locking 3 25.
Starting the engine 3 155.
Radio remote control 3 23.
Electronic key 3 24.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 244.

Keys, doors and windows23Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Radio remote control
Depending on the version, the radio
remote control enables the operation of the following functions:
● central locking system 3 25
● selective unlocking 3 25
● anti-theft locking system 3 36
● anti-theft alarm system 3 37
● tailgate unlocking 3 25
● power sliding doors 3 31
● power windows 3 42
● mirrors folding 3 40
● vehicle locator lighting 3 138
● peripheral lighting 3 138
The remote control has a range of up
to several metres, but may also be
much less due to external influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Replacing battery in radio remote
control
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.

24Keys, doors and windows
1. Remove the back cover from theremote control.
2. Extract the flat battery from its location.
3. Replace battery with a battery of the same type. Pay attention to
the installation position.
4. Clip the back cover in place.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in radio remote control.● The battery voltage is too low.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequentintervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Manual unlocking 3 25.
Electronic key systemDepending on the version, the
electronic key system enables a
keyless operation of the following
functions:
● central locking system 3 25
● tailgate unlocking
● headlight activation
The electronic key simply needs to be on the driver's person.
Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 23.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Note
To save battery power, the keyless
functions are set to stand-by after 21
days of non-use. To reactivate the
functions, press a button on the
electronic key.
Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced.

Keys, doors and windows25
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
1. Remove the cover.
2. Extract the flat battery from its location.
3. Replace battery with a battery ofthe same type. Pay attention to
the installation position.
4. Clip the cover in place.
Fault
If the central locking cannot be
operated or the engine cannot be
started, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in electronic key.
● Electronic key is out of reception range.
● The battery voltage is too low. ● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
To rectify the cause of the fault,
change the position of the electronic
key.
Manual unlocking 3 25.Central locking system
Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks and opens the respective
door.
Note
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.
Note
A short time after unlocking with the
remote control the doors are locked
automatically if no door has been
opened. A precondition is that the
setting is activated in the vehicle
personalisation 3 124.
Selective unlocking
Selective unlocking allows you to
unlock either the front doors and the
fuel filler flap or the sliding doors, the
rear doors / the tailgate. Selective
unlocking has to be configured.

26Keys, doors and windows
To activate, switch on the ignition and
then press * more than 2 seconds.
The LED illuminates. An audible
signal is given and depending on the
configuration of the vehicle, a
message is displayed in Info Display.
To deactivate, switch on the ignition
and then press * for more than 2
seconds. The LED extinguishes.
Remote control operation
Unlocking
Press <.
Unlocking mode can be set. Two
settings are selectable:
● All doors and load compartment will be unlocked by pressing <.
● Only the driver's door and the passenger door will be unlocked
by pressing <.
Unlocking the load compartment
Press * or press < two times to
unlock the load compartment only,
i.e. sliding doors and rear doors or
tailgate.
Locking
Close doors and the load
compartment.
Press -.
If the vehicle is not closed properly,
the central locking system will not
work.

Keys, doors and windows27Confirmation
Operation of the central locking
system is confirmed by the hazard
warning flashers. A precondition is that the setting is activated in thevehicle personalisation 3 124.
Electronic key system operation
The electronic key must be outside
the vehicle, within a range of approx. one metre of the relevant door side.
Unlocking
Pass a hand behind the door handle
of one of the front doors, the sliding
doors, the hinged doors or press the
tailgate button.
Unlocking mode can be set in the
vehicle personalisation menu in the
Info Display. Two settings are
selectable:
● All doors, the hinged doors / the load compartment and the fuel
filler flap will be unlocked by
passing a hand behind one of the front door handles, the handles of
the sliding doors or the handles
of the hinged doors. If the vehicle is equipped with a tailgate, press
the tailgate button.
● Only the front doors and the fuel filler flap will be unlocked by
passing a hand behind one of
front door handles.
Vehicle personalisation 3 124.
Unlocking the load compartment
Only the load compartment, i.e. the
hinged doors or the tailgate, will be
unlocked by passing a hand behind
the hinged doors handle or pressing
the tailgate button.
Locking

28Keys, doors and windowsPress on one of the door handles or
press the tailgate button.
All doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap will be locked.
If the vehicle is not closed properly,
the electronic key remains in the
vehicle or the ignition is not off,
locking will not be permitted.
Confirmation
Operation of central locking system is confirmed by the hazard warning
flashers.
Central locking button
Locks or unlocks all doors and the
load compartment from inside the
passenger compartment. If the
vehicle is equipped with electronic
key system, the fuel filler flap is locked or unlocked, too.
Press - to lock. The LED in the button
illuminates.
Press - again to unlock. The LED in
the button extinguishes.
Operation with the key in case of
a central locking system fault
In case of a fault, e.g. vehicle battery
or remote control / electronic key
battery is discharged, the driver's
door can be locked or unlocked with
the mechanical key.
Manual unlocking
Electronic key: press and hold the
latch to extract the integral key.Manually unlock the driver's door by
inserting and turning the key in the
lock cylinder.
The other doors can be opened by
pulling the interior handle.
By switching on the ignition, the anti- theft locking system is deactivated.