battery replacement OPEL ZAFIRA 2009 Owners Manual

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Keys, doors and windows
Radio remote control Used to operate:
■ Central locking system,
■ Anti-theft locking system,
■ Anti-theft alarm system,
■ Power windows.
The radio remote control has a range
of approx. 5 metres. This range can
be affected by outside influences.
The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle with care, protect it from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation. Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control,

it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded,
■ Battery voltage too low,
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the remote control while not in range,
which will require re-
synchronisation,
■ Overloading the central locking by operating at frequent intervals, the
power supply is interrupted for
a short time,
■ Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Opening the vehicle 3 32.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
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. Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type CR
20 32), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Key with fixed key section
Have the battery replaced by
a workshop.

Keys, doors and windows
31The emergency key can only lock or
unlock the driver's door. Unlocking
the entire vehicle
3 32. On vehicles
with anti-theft alarm system, the
alarm may be triggered when the
vehicle is unlocked. Deactivate the
alarm by switching on the ignition. Hold the electronic key at the marked
position and press the
Start/Stop
button.
To switch off the engine, press the
Start/Stop button for at least
2 seconds.
Lock the driver's door with the
emergency key. Locking the entire
vehicle 3 32.
This option is intended for
emergencies only. Seek the
assistance of a workshop. Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or
the range is reduced. The need for
battery replacement is indicated by
InSP3 in the service display or by
a check control message in the
Info-Display 3 100.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.

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Vehicle care
Vehicle care
General Information ...................154
Vehicle checks ........................... 155
Bulb replacement .......................160
Electrical system ........................167
Vehicle tools .............................. 173
Wheels and tyres .......................174
Jump starting ............................. 185
Towing ....................................... 187
Appearance care .......................189 General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We
recommend to use Genuine Parts
and Accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee for other products - even if
they have a regulatory or otherwise
granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the
electrical system, e. g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
Following must be done if the vehicle
should be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.
■ Change engine oil. ■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.
■
Check coolant anti-freeze andcorrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park vehicle in dry, well ventilated place. Engage first or reverse gear
or set selector lever to P. Prevent
the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply hand brake.
■ Open bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation
Following must be done if the vehicle
is putting back into operation: ■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronic of the power
windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Vehicle care
159
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
4 weeks can lead to battery
discharge.
Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system
bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for 15 seconds
at a time. Then start the engine for
a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat
this process after no less than
5 seconds. If the engine fails to start,
seek the assistance of a workshop. Wiper blade replacement
Service setting for front
windscreen wipers
Switch off the ignition but do not
remove ignition key or open driver's
door.
Within 4 seconds, push the wiper
lever down and release as soon as
the wipers are vertical. Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift the wiper arm, press the two
catches on the arm, disengage the
wiper blade and remove.

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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