airbag OPEL ZAFIRA 2009 User Guide

Instruments and controls
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Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminated
The control indicator illuminates
briefly when the parking lamps are
switched on.
Flashes
The control indicator flashes if a turn
signal or the hazard warning flashers
are activated.
Fast flashing: failure of a direction
indicator lamp or associated fuse,
failure of direction indicator lamp on
trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 160. Fuses
3 167.
Turn signals 3 111.
Seat belt reminder
X illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminated
After the ignition is switched on until
the seat belt is fastened. Flashes
After starting off until the seat belt is
fastened.
Fastening the seat belt
3 55.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for about
4 seconds. If it does not illuminate,
does not go out after 4 seconds or
illuminates whilst driving, there is
a fault in the belt tensioner, the
airbags or the seat occupancy
recognition
system. The systems may
fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners or
airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v. 9
Warning Have the cause of the fault
eliminated immediately by
a workshop. Airbag system, belt tensioners
3 57,
3 54.
Seat occupancy
recognition
y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminated
If the vehicle is equipped with seat
occupancy
recognition, y illuminates
for about 4 seconds after the ignition
is switched on.
If a child restraint system with
transponders is detected, y remains
illuminated. Only then may a child
restraint system with transponders be
used on the front passenger seat as
the front passenger airbag systems
are deactivated 3 61.

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Instruments and controls 9
Danger If a child restraint system is fitted
and the control indicator is not
illuminated while driving, the front
and side airbag for the front
passenger seat are not
deactivated.
Flashes
Fault in system or child restraint
system with transponders defective
or improperly fitted
3 61.9
Danger Flashing of the control indicator
while driving indicates a fault.
Have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop
immediately.
Child restraint system with
transponders
3 65.
Charging system
p illuminates red. It illuminates when the ignition is
switched
on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. In diesel engines, power
to the brake servo unit may be cut.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
It illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Immediately seek the
assistance of a workshop. Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
throttle until the flashing stops. Seek
the immediate assistance of
a workshop.
Service vehicle soon
A
illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in engine or transmission
electronics. The electronics switch to
an emergency running programme.
Fuel consumption may be increased
and the vehicle handling may be
impaired.
If
the fault persists after restarting the
vehicle, consult a workshop.
Illuminates together with InSP4
in the service display
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
draining the diesel fuel filter.

Lighting
111
Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button.
The hazard warning flashers activate
automatically if the airbags deploy. Turn and lane-change
signals
Lever up = Right indicator
Lever down = Left indicator
The lever always springs back to its
original position.
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the indicator is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the
indicator
is automatically deactivated.
For three flashes, e. g. when
changing lanes, press the lever until
resistance is felt and then release. Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the indicator off manually by
moving the lever slightly.
Front fog lights
The front fog lights can only be
switched on when both the ignition
and headlights or parking lights are
on.
Operated with the > button.

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Vehicle care
Fuse box version B No. Circuit
1
Front power windows
2 -
3 Instruments
4 Heating, air conditioning
system, electronic climate
control
5 Airbags
6 –
7 –
8 –
9 –
10 –
11 Heated rear window
12 Rear window wiper
13 Parking assist
14 Heating, air conditioning system
15 – No. Circuit
16
Seat occupancy recognition,
Open&Start system
17 Rain sensor, air quality sensor,
tyre pressure monitoring
system, interior mirror
18 Instruments, switches
19 –
20 CDC
21 Heated exterior mirrors
22 –
23 Rear power windows
24 Diagnostics plug
25 –
26 Electric foldable exterior mirrors
27 Ultrasonic sensor, anti-theft
alarm system
28 –

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Service and maintenance
Scheduled
maintenance Service schedules
European service schedule
The european schedule is valid for the following countries:
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Greenland,
Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
For all other countries the international schedule is valid.
Service operations by year
1)
km ( x 1000) 1) 1
30 2
60 3
90 4
120 5
150
Check visually control unit, lighting unit and signalling equipment as well as airbag,
check steering and ignition lock X X X X X
Replace batteries for remote control (Do not forget the second key) Every 2 years
Check and correct windscreen wipers, screen wiper system, and headlamp washer
system X X X X X
1)
Whichever occurs first.

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International service schedule
The international service schedule is valid for the countries which are not listed at the European service schedule. Service operations by year
3)
km ( x 1000) 1) 1
15 2
30 3
45 4
60 5
75
Check visually control unit, lighting unit and signalling equipment as well as airbag,
check steering and ignition lock X X X X X
Replace batteries for remote control (Do not forget the second key) Every 2 years
Check and correct windscreen wipers, screen wiper system, and headlamp washer
system X X X X X
Check coolant level, anti-freeze (pale orange)
4)
, correct
Note freeze protection temperature in the Service and Warranty Booklet (confirmation
fields) X X X X X
Check for leaks and correct seating of the coolant hoses X X X X X
Check brake fluid level
4)
, correct X X X
Check battery terminals are firmly located, check battery eye X X X X X
Vehicle system check with TECH2 X X X X X
3)
Whichever occurs first.
1) Whichever occurs first.
4) In case of too high consumption / leakage, perform additional work with customer's agreement.

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Index
A
Accessories and vehicle
modifications .......................... 154
Active head restraints on front seats .........................................
23
Adaptive Forward Lighting ........ .................................... 25, 92, 110
Additional servicing .................... 204
Adjustable air vents ...................124
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........87
Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 126
Air conditioning system .............. 119
Air intake .................................... 125
Air quality sensor ........................121
Antilock brake system ................ 140
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....... 89
Anti-theft alarm system ........ 36, 101
Anti-theft locking system .............. 36
Apply footbrake ............................ 92
Armrest ........................................ 49
Ashtrays ....................................... 82
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................40
Automatic climate control system .................................... 120
Automatic level control ..............144
Automatic light control ...............108
Automatic transmission .............131 Auxiliary devices
........................116
Auxiliary heater ........................... 124
B
Battery ....................................... 158
Battery discharge protection ......114
Battery voltage ...........................
100
Board-Info-Display .......................93
Bonnet ....................................... 155
Brake and clutch system ............. 89
Brake assist ............................... 142
Brake fluid .................................. 158
Brake light switch ....................... 101
Brakes ............................... 140, 158
Bulb replacement ....................... 160
C
Capacities .................................. 219
Cargo management system ........71
Car Pass ...................................... 27
Catalytic converter .....................130
Central locking system ................32
Centre console lighting ..............114
Changing tyre and wheel size ...178
Charging system .......................... 88
Check control ............................... 23
Child locks ................................... 35
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 63

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Child restraints with transponders ............................ 65
Child restraint systems ................62
Cigarette lighter ........................... 81
Climate control .............................
15
Clock ............................................ 80
Continuous damping control ......143
Control indicators.......................... 85
Control of the vehicle .................127
Convex shape .............................. 39
Cruise control ...................... 93, 144
Cupholders .................................. 67
Curtain airbag system .................. 60
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ... 4
Daytime running lights ...............110
Deflation detection system and tyre pressure monitoring
system....................................... 90
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......159
Diesel particle filter ..............26, 129
Door open .................................... 93
Drain diesel fuel filter .................101
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 149
E
Easytronic................................... 136
Electric adjustment ......................39 Electronic climate control
system .................................... 121
Electronic driving programmes
.
........................................ 134, 138
Electronic Stability Program 89, 142
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......155
Engine compartment fuse box ...168
Engine coolant ........................... 157
Engine coolant temperature ........90
Engine cooling level ..................101
Engine data ............................... 209
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Engine oil ................................... 156
Engine oil pressure ......................91
Entry lighting .............................. 114
Exit lighting ................................ 114
Exterior care .............................. 189
Exterior light ................................. 92
Exterior lighting ............................ 13
F
Fault ................................... 135, 139
First aid kit ................................... 74
Fixed air vents ........................... 125
FlexOrganizer .............................. 24
Fog light ....................................... 92
Fog lights ................................... 164
Folding ......................................... 39
Folding tray .................................. 74
Front airbag system ..................... 58 Front fog lights ...........................
111
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ....................... 148, 213
Fuel for diesel engines ..............146
Fuel for natural gas operation ...147
Fuel for petrol engines ...............146
Fuel gauge ...................................
84
Fuel selector ................................ 84
Fuses ......................................... 167
G
General information ...................149
Glovebox ..................................... 67
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 96
H
Halogen headlights ....................160
Hand brake ................................. 141
Hazard warning flashers ............111
Headlight flash ........................... 109
Headlight range adjustment ......109
Headlights when driving abroad 109
Head restraint adjustment ............. 8
Head restraints ............................ 44
Heated ......................................... 40
Heated rear window ..................... 42
Heating ........................................ 49
Heating and ventilation system . 118
High beam ........................... 92, 109

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Rear seat audio system .......24, 116
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 79
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 204
Refuelling ................................... 147
Reversing lights .........................112
Roof panelling .............................. 68
Roof rack ..................................... 74
Run-flat tyres ............................. 174
S
Safety net .................................... 72
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 46
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................87
Seat belts ..................................... 54
Seat folding .................................. 48
Seat occupancy recognition ..61, 87
Seat position ................................ 46
Seats in second row ....................20
Seats in third row ......................... 21
Second row seats ........................49
Selector lever ..................... 132, 137
Service ............................... 126, 192
Service display ............................ 85
Service information ....................192
Service schedules ......................194
Service vehicle soon .................... 88
Side airbag system ......................59
Side turn signal lights ................165 Spare wheel ............................... 183
Speedometer
............................... 83
Sport mode .................... 24, 89, 143
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ............128, 137
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 77
Steering wheel controls ...............77
Stop watch ................................. 106
Sunglasses storage .....................68
Sunvisor lights ........................... 114
Sun visors .................................... 43
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 83
Tail lights ................................... 164
Third row seats ............................ 51
Three-point seat belt ....................
55
Tools .......................................... 173
Top-tether child restraint systems .................................... 65
Towing another vehicle .............188
Towing equipment .....................150
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 223
Towing the vehicle .....................187
Trailer stability assist .................153
Trailer towing ............................. 150
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .........131, 136 Tread depth ...............................
177
Trip computer .............................. 23
Trip computer in Board-Info- Display ................................... 102
Trip computer in Graphic-Info- Display or Colour-Info-
Display ................................... 104
Triple-Info-Display .......................93
Trip odometer .............................. 83
Turn and lane-change signals ...111
Turn signal ................................... 87
Tyre chains ................................ 178
Tyre deflation detection system. .......................................... 25, 177
Tyre designations ......................175
Tyre pressure .................... 101, 175
Tyre pressure monitoring system .............................. 25, 176
Tyre pressures ...................
107, 220
Tyre repair kit ............................. 179
Tyres .......................................... 174
U
Ultrasonic parking assist .............. 89
Underseat storage .......................68
Using this manual .......................... 3
V
Vehicle dimensions .................... 218
Vehicle Identification Number ....207