instrument panel VAUXHALL ADAM 2014 User Guide

106Lighting
Operate rocker switch:w=automatic switching on
and off.press u=on.press v=off.
Notice
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Dome light Spotlight incorporated in the interior
lighting comes on when headlights
are switched on.
Ambient light
Ambient light consists of indirect
lights in the doors, in the instrument
panel below the heating and
ventilation unit and in the passenger
foot well. 8 colours can be selected by a button in the roof console.
Operate button with ignition switched
on:
m one brief
press=on or off.S repeated
brief presses=colours change in
steps.S long press=colours change
continuously.
Ambient light can be dimmed with the thumb wheel A together with the
instrument panel illumination 3 105.
The selected colour remains the next
time the ignition is switched on.
Ambient light comes on automatically when switching off ignition and
extinguishes after opening a door.
Pressing button m after switching off
ignition; ambient light remains on for
60 minutes.
It is also activated with Entry lighting
3 107 and Exit lighting 3 107.
Starlight panel Starlight panel consists of approx.64 LEDs in the roof. The intensity can
be dimmed with a button in the roof
console.

Lighting107
Operate button with ignition switched
on:m one brief
press=on or off.T repeated
brief presses=dimming
stepwise.T long press=dimming
continuously.
The selected intensity remains the next time the ignition is switched on.
Starlight comes on automatically
when switching off ignition and
extinguishes after opening a door.
Pressing button m after switching off
ignition; ambient light remains on for
60 minutes.
It is also activated with Entry lighting
3 107 and Exit lighting 3 107.
Lighting features
Entry lighting
Welcome lighting
The following lights are switched on
for a short time by unlocking the
vehicle with the radio remote control:
■ headlights
■ tail lights
■ reversing light
■ number plate lights
■ instrument panel light
■ interior lights
Some functions are only operable
when it is dark outside to facilitate
locating the vehicle.
The lighting switches off immediately
when the ignition key is turned to
position 1 3 119.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the
Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 97.The settings can be saved for the key
being used 3 20.
The following lights will additionally
switch on when the driver's door is
opened:
■ all switches
■ Driver Information Centre
■ ambient light
■ starlight panel
Exit lighting
The following lights switch on if the
key is removed from the ignition
switch:
■ interior lights
■ instrument panel light (only when it is dark)
■ ambient light
■ starlight panel
They will switch off automatically after
a delay and will be activated again if
the driver's door is opened.

Vehicle care163Number plate light
1.Insert screwdriver in recess of the
cover, press to the side and
release spring.
2. Remove lamp downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable.
3. Remove bulb holder from lamp housing by turning anticlockwise.
4. Pull bulb from bulb holder andreplace it.
5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise.
6. Insert lamp into bumper and let engage.
Interior lights Courtesy light, reading lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Load compartment light Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Dome light, ambient light,starlight panel
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Instrument panel
illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

166Vehicle care
No.Circuit18Engine control module19Fuel pump20–21Injection coil22–23Injection system24Washer system25Lighting system26Engine control module27–28Engine control module29Engine control module30–31Left headlamp32Right headlamp33Engine control module34HornNo.Circuit35Clutch36–No.Circuit1ABS pump2Front wiper3Blower4Instrument panel5–6–7–8Cooling fan low9Cooling fan high10Cooling fan11Starter
After having changed defective fuses
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.

Vehicle care167Instrument panel fuse box
In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is behind the light switch in the
instrument panel.
Hold the handle, then pull and fold
down the light switch.
In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is located behind a cover in the
glovebox. Open the glovebox, then
open the cover and fold it down.

168Vehicle care
No.Circuit1–2–3Power windows4Voltage transformer5Body control module 16Body control module 27Body control module 38Body control module 49Body control module 510Body control module 611Body control module 712Body control module 813–14Tailgate15Diagnostic connector16Data link connection17IgnitionNo.Circuit18Air conditioning system19Audio amplifier20Parking assist21Brake switch22Audio system23Display24–25–26Instrument panel27Seat heating, driver28–29–30Instrument panel31Horn32Seat heating, passenger33Heated steering wheel34–No.Circuit35–36–37Rear wiper38Cigarette lighter39–40–

192Vehicle care
After the underbody is washed, checkthe underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Rear carrier system
Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.

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Cupholders .................................. 49
Curtain airbag system .................. 41
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............103
Declaration of conformity ............207
Door open .................................... 86
Doors ............................................ 22
Driver assistance systems ..........129
Driver Information Centre .............86
Driving hints ................................ 118
E Electric adjustment ......................25
Electrical system......................... 164
Electronic climate control system 112
Electronic Stability Control.......... 126
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............84
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......150
Engine compartment fuse box ...165
Engine coolant ........................... 152
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 77
Engine data ............................... 201
Engine exhaust .......................... 123
Engine identification ...................197
Engine oil ................... 151, 194, 198
Engine oil pressure ......................85Entry lighting .............................. 107
Event data recorders ..................207
Exit lighting ................................ 107
Exterior care .............................. 190
Exterior light ................................. 85
Exterior lighting ....................12, 101
Exterior mirrors ............................. 25
F
First aid ......................................... 65
First aid kit ................................... 65
Fixed air vents ........................... 116
Flex-Fix system ............................ 51
Folding mirrors ............................. 26
Front airbag system .....................40
Front seats.................................... 31
Front storage ................................ 50
Front turn signal lights ...............159
Fuel............................................. 143
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 148
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......143
Fuel for petrol engines ...............143
Fuel gauge ................................... 77 Fuel selector ................................ 77
Fuses ......................................... 164
G Gauges ......................................... 76
Glass panel .................................. 29Glovebox ..................................... 49
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 90
H Halogen headlights ....................156
Hand brake ......................... 124, 125
Hazard warning flashers ............103
Headlight flash ........................... 102
Headlight range adjustment ......103
Headlights................................... 101
Headlights when driving abroad 103
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 30
Heated mirrors ............................. 26
Heated rear window ..................... 29
Heated steering wheel .................69
Heating ........................................ 34
Heating and ventilation system . 109
High beam ........................... 85, 102
Hill start assist ........................... 125
Horn ....................................... 13, 69
I
Identification plate .....................196
Ignition switch positions .............119
Immobiliser ............................ 25, 85
Indicators ...................................... 76
Information displays...................... 86
Instrument cluster ........................76

212
Instrument panel fuse box .........167
Instrument panel illumination .....163
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 105
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 192
Interior lighting ............................ 105
Interior lights ...................... 105, 163
Interior mirrors .............................. 26
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....48
J Jump starting ............................. 186
K Key, memorised settings ..............20
Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L Lashing eyes ............................... 64
Light switch ................................ 101
Load compartment ................22, 60
Load compartment cover .............62
Loading information .....................66
Low fuel ....................................... 85M
Malfunction indicator light ............82
Manual anti-dazzle ......................26
Manual transmission .................. 123
Memorised settings ......................20
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................105
N New vehicle running-in ..............118
Number plate light .....................163
O Object detection systems ...........131
Odometer ..................................... 76
Oil, engine .......................... 194, 198
Outside temperature ....................72
Overrun cut-off ........................... 120
P Parking ................................ 17, 122
Parking assist ............................ 131
Parking brake ............................ 125
Parking lights ............................. 104
Performance .............................. 202
Performing work ........................150
Pollen filter ................................. 117
Power outlets ............................... 75
Power steering.............................. 83Power windows ............................ 27
Puncture ..................................... 179
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 208
Radio remote control ...................19
Rear carrier system ......................51
Rear floor storage cover ..............63
Rear fog light ............................... 85
Rear fog lights ........................... 104
Rear storage ................................. 61
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 71 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 194, 198
Refuelling ................................... 145 Retained power off .....................119
Reversing lights .........................105
Ride control systems ..................126
Roof load ...................................... 66
Roof rack ..................................... 66
S Safety belts ................................... 34
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 32 Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................81
Seat belts ..................................... 34
Seat folding .................................. 33
Seat position ................................ 31