check engine light OPEL ZAFIRA C 2019 Owner's Manual

In brief17Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be movedout of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 192.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 262, 3 297.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 241.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 29, 3 38,
3 46.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake pedal. ● Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.

28Keys, doors and windowsStatus LED is integrated into the
sensor on top of the instrument panel.
Status during the first 30 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:LED illuminates:test, arming delayLED flashes
quickly:doors, tailgate or
bonnet not
completely closed,
or system fault
Status after system is armed:
LED flashes
slowly:system is armed
Seek the assistance of a workshop in
the event of faults.
Deactivation Unlocking the vehicle deactivates the
anti-theft alarm system.
Alarm When triggered, the alarm horn
sounds and the hazard warning lights flash simultaneously. The number
and duration of alarm signals are
stipulated by legislation.
The alarm can be silenced by
pressing any button on the radio
remote control or by switching on the
ignition.
The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated only by pressing c or by
switching on the ignition.
A triggered alarm, which has not been interrupted by the driver, will be
indicated by the hazard warning
lights. They will flash quickly three
times when the vehicle is next
unlocked with the radio remote
control. Additionally, a warning
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre after switching on
the ignition.
Vehicle messages 3 106.
If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: switch the
ignition on then off, then disconnect
the vehicle's battery within
15 seconds.Immobiliser
The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with
the key being used.
The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch.
If the control indicator d flashes when
the ignition is on, there is a fault in the system; the engine cannot be started.
Switch off the ignition and repeat the
start attempt.
If the control indicator continues
flashing, attempt to start the engine
using the spare key and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Note
The immobiliser does not lock the
doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 22,
3 26.
Control indicator d 3 100.

Instruments and controls111breakdown, a flat tyre and empty fuel
tank, press Z to establish a
connection to an advisor.
Emergency services
In the case of an emergency situation,
press [ and talk to an advisor. The
advisor then contacts emergency or
assistance service providers and
directs them to your vehicle.
In the case of an accident with
activation of airbags or belt
tensioners, an automatic emergency
call is established. The advisor is
immediately connected to your
vehicle to see whether help is
needed.
Wi-Fi hotspot
The Wi-Fi hotspot of the vehicle
provides internet connectivity with a
maximum speed of 4G/LTE.
Note
The Wi-Fi hotspot functionality is not
available for all markets.
Note
Some mobile devices connect to Wi- Fi hotspots automatically and use
mobile data capacity in thebackground, even if they are not in
use. This includes automatic
updates, downloads, as well as
programme or app synchronisation
traffic. The data volume purchased
via OnStar might be consumed
rapidly. Turn off automatic
synchronisations in the settings of
your device.
Up to seven devices may be
connected.
To connect a mobile device with the
Wi-Fi hotspot:
1. Press j and then select Wi-Fi
settings on the Info-Display. The
settings displayed include the Wi-
Fi hotspot name (SSID),
password and connection type.
2. Start a Wi-Fi network search on your mobile device.
3. Select your vehicle hotspot (SSID) when listed.
4. When prompted, enter the password on your mobile device.
Note
To change the SSID or password,
press Z and talk to an advisor or log
in to your account.To switch off the Wi-Fi hotspot
functionality, press Z to call an
advisor.
Smartphone app
With the myOpel smartphone app,
some vehicle functions can be
operated remotely.
The following functions are available: ● Lock or unlock vehicle.
● Honk horn or flash lights.
● Check fuel level, engine oil life and tyre pressure (only with tyre
pressure monitoring system).
● Send navigation destination to the vehicle, if equipped with a
built-in navigation system.
● Locate vehicle on a map.
● Manage Wi-Fi settings.
To operate these functions, download the app from App Store ®
or
Google Play™ Store.

112Instruments and controlsRemote control
If desired, use any phone to call an
advisor, who can remotely operate
specific vehicle functions. Find the
respective OnStar phone number on
our country-specific website.
The following functions are available: ● Lock or unlock vehicle.
● Provide information on the vehicle location.
● Honk horn or flash lights.
Stolen vehicle assistance
If the vehicle is stolen, report the theft to the authorities and request OnStar
stolen vehicle assistance. Use any
phone to call an advisor. Find the
respective OnStar phone number on
our country-specific website.
OnStar can provide support in
locating and recovering the vehicle.Theft alert
When the anti-theft alarm system is
triggered, a notification is sent to
OnStar. You are then informed about
this event by text message or email.Restart prevention
By sending remote signals, OnStar
can prevent the vehicle from
restarting once it has been turned off.
On-demand diagnostics
At any time e.g. if the vehicle displays a vehicle message, press Z to
contact an advisor and ask to
complete a real-time diagnostic check
to directly determine the issue.
Depending on the results, the advisor
will provide further support.
Diagnostic report
The vehicle automatically transmits
diagnostic data to OnStar which
sends a monthly email report to you
and your preferred workshop.
Note
The workshop notification function
can be disabled in your account.
The report contains the status of key
operating systems of the vehicle like
engine, transmission, airbags, ABS,
and other major systems. It also
provides information on possiblemaintenance items and tyre pressure (only with tyre pressure monitoring
system).
To look at the information in greater
detail, select the link within the email
and log in to your account.
Destination download
A desired destination can be directly
downloaded to the navigation system.
Press Z to call an advisor and
describe the destination or point of
interest.
The advisor can look up any address
or point of interest and directly send
the destination to the built-in
navigation system.
OnStar settings
OnStar PIN
To have full access to all OnStar
services, a four-digit PIN is required. The PIN has to be personalised when first talking to an advisor.
To change the PIN, press Z to call an
advisor.

184Driving and operatingTurn key briefly to position 3 and
release: an automatic procedure
operates the starter with a short delay
until the engine is running, see
Automatic Starter Control.
Manual transmission: during an
Autostop, the engine can be started
by depressing the clutch pedal
3 185.
Automatic transmission: during an
Autostop, the engine can be started
by releasing the brake pedal 3 185.
Before restarting or to switch off the engine, turn the key back to position
0 .9 Danger
Switching off the engine during
driving may cause loss of power
support for brake and steering
systems. Assistance systems and
airbag systems are disabled.
Lighting and brake lights will
extinguish. Therefore power down
the engine and ignition while
driving only when required in case of emergency.
Starting the vehicle at low
temperatures
The start of the engine without
additional heaters is possible down to -25 °С for diesel engines and -30 °C
for petrol engines. Required is an engine oil with the correct viscosity,
the correct fuel, performed services
and a sufficiently charged battery.
With temperatures below -30 °C the
automatic transmission need a
warming phase of approx. five
minutes. The selector lever must be
in position P.
Automatic Starter Control This function controls the engine
starting procedure. The driver does
not have to hold the key in position 3.
Once applied, the system will go on
starting automatically until the engine
is running. Because of the checking
procedure, the engine starts running
after a short delay.Possible reasons for a non-starting
engine:
● Clutch pedal not operated (manual transmission).
● Brake pedal not operated or selector lever not in P or N
(automatic transmission).
● Timeout occurred.
Turbo engine warm-up
Upon start-up, engine available
torque may be limited for a short time,
especially when the engine
temperature is cold. The limitation is
to allow the lubrication system to fully protect the engine.
Overrun cut-off The fuel supply is automatically cut off
during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle
is driven with a gear engaged but accelerator pedal is released.
Depending on driving conditions, the
overrun cut-off may be deactivated.

198Driving and operatingTo reduce the operating forces ofthe parking brake, depress the
foot brake at the same time.
Control indicator R 3 96.
Electric parking brake
Applying when vehicle is stationary
9 Warning
Pull switch m for a minimum of
one second until control indicator
m illuminates constantly and
electric parking brake is applied
3 97. The electric parking brake
operates automatically with
adequate force.
Before leaving the vehicle, check
the electric parking brake status.
Control indicator m 3 97.
The electric parking brake can always
be activated, even if the ignition is off.
Do not operate electric parking brake
system too often with engine not
running, as this will discharge the
vehicle battery.
Releasing
Switch on ignition. Keep foot brake
pedal depressed and then push
switch m.
Drive away function
Vehicles with manual transmission:
Depressing the clutch pedal and then
slightly releasing the clutch pedal and slightly depressing the accelerator
pedal releases the electric parking
brake automatically. This is not
possible when the switch m is pulled
at the same time.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: Engaging D and then depressing the
accelerator pedal releases the
electric parking brake automatically. This is not possible when the switch
m is pulled at the same time.
Dynamic braking when vehicle is
moving
When the vehicle is moving and the
switch m is kept pulled, the electric
parking brake system will decelerate
the vehicle, but will not apply
statically.
As soon as the switch m is released,
dynamic braking will be stopped.
Functionality check
When the vehicle is not moving, the
electric parking brake might be
applied automatically. This is done to
check the system.
Fault
Failure mode of electric parking brake
is indicated by a control indicator j
and by a vehicle message which is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre. Vehicle messages 3 106.

238Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................239
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 239
Vehicle storage ........................239
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....240
Vehicle checks ........................... 240
Performing work ......................240
Bonnet ..................................... 240
Engine oil ................................. 241
Engine coolant ......................... 242
Power steering fluid .................243
Washer fluid ............................ 244
Brakes ..................................... 244
Brake fluid ............................... 244
Vehicle battery ......................... 244
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....246
Wiper blade replacement ........246
Bulb replacement .......................247
Halogen headlights ..................247
LED headlights ........................ 249
Front fog lights ......................... 249
Tail lights ................................. 250
Side turn lights ......................... 253
Number plate light ...................253Interior lights ............................ 254
Instrument panel illumination ...254
Electrical system ........................254
Fuses ....................................... 254
Engine compartment fuse box . 256
Instrument panel fuse box .......258
Load compartment fuse box ....259
Vehicle tools .............................. 261
Tools ........................................ 261
Wheels and tyres .......................261
Winter tyres ............................. 261
Tyre designations ....................261
Tyre pressure .......................... 262
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 263
Tread depth ............................. 266
Changing tyre and wheel size . 267
Wheel covers ........................... 267
Tyre chains .............................. 267
Tyre repair kit .......................... 267
Wheel changing .......................270
Spare wheel ............................ 271
Jump starting ............................. 276
Towing ....................................... 278
Towing the vehicle ...................278
Towing another vehicle ...........279Appearance care .......................280
Exterior care ............................ 280
Interior care ............................. 282

Vehicle care247Rear window
Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper bladeas shown in illustration and remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Bulb replacement
Switch off the ignition and switch off
the relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Replace headlight bulbs from within
the engine compartment.
Bulb check
After a bulb replacement switch on
the ignition, operate and check the
lights.
Halogen headlights Halogen headlights with separate
bulbs for low beam and high beam.
Sidelights and daytime running lights
are designed as LEDs and can not be changed.
Low beam ( 1) outer bulb.
High beam ( 2) inner bulb.
Front turn signal light ( 3)

313Smartphone................................ 143
Phone projection .....................148
Software acknowledgement .......302
Spare wheel ............................... 271
Speech recognition .....................163
Speed dial numbers ...................167
Speed limiter....................... 101, 204
Speedometer ............................... 89
Starting and operating ................182
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................183
Station search............................. 138
Steering ...................................... 182
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 83
Steering wheel audio controls ....126
Steering wheel controls ...............83
Stop-start system........................ 185
Storage ......................................... 62
Storage compartments .................62
Storing stations ........................... 139
Sunvisor lights ........................... 122
Sun visors .................................... 33
Switching the Infotainment system on ................................ 129
Symbols ......................................... 4
System settings .......................... 135
T
Tachometer ................................. 90
Tail lights ................................... 250Theft-deterrent feature ..............125
Third row seats ............................ 44
Three-point seat belt .................... 46
TMC stations .............................. 149
Tone settings .............................. 133
Tools .......................................... 261
Touch beep volume ....................134
Tow bar....................................... 233 Towing ................................ 233, 278
Towing another vehicle .............279
Towing equipment .....................234
Towing the vehicle .....................278
TP volume .................................. 134
Traction Control system ............. 199
Traction Control system off........... 98
Traffic incidents .......................... 160
Traffic sign assistant ...........101, 224
Trailer coupling ........................... 233
Trailer stability assist .................237
Trailer towing ............................. 234
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................192
Tread depth ............................... 266
Trip odometer .............................. 89
Turn lights ............................ 94, 119
Turn list ....................................... 160
Tyre chains ................................ 267
Tyre designations ......................261
Tyre pressure ............................ 262Tyre pressure monitoring
system ............................... 99, 263
Tyre pressures ........................... 297
Tyre repair kit ............................. 267
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 218
Underseat storage .......................64
Upholstery .................................. 282
Usage ................. 129, 137, 150, 163
Bluetooth ................................. 143
Menu ....................................... 131
Navigation system ...................150
Phone ...................................... 167
Radio ....................................... 137
USB ......................................... 143
USB Connecting device ..................143
General information ................143
USB audio menu .....................144
USB movie menu ....................147
USB picture menu ...................145
Using smartphone applications ..148
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 244
Vehicle checks............................ 240
Vehicle data ................................ 289
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 304