wheel VAUXHALL ADAM 2014 User Guide

Storage51Rear carrier systemRear carrier system for two
bicycles
The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix
system) allows one bicycle to be attached to a pull-out carrier
integrated into the vehicle floor. It is possible to attach one further bicycleon an adapter. The transportation of
other objects is not permitted.
The maximum load of the rear carrier
system is 50 kg with attached adapter
and 30 kg without attached adapter.
This allows the attachment of an
electrically-powered bicycle to the
pull-out carrier. The maximum load on the adapter is 20 kg.
The wheelbase of a bicycle must not
exceed 1.15 metre. Otherwise the
secure fastening of a bicycle is not
possible.
If not in use, the carrier system must
be slid back into the vehicle floor.
There must not be any objects on the bicycles that could become loose
during transportation.Caution
If the rear carrier system is
extended and the vehicle is fully
loaded, the chassis clearance will
be reduced.
Drive carefully whenever the road has a strong inclination or when
driving over a ramp, bump, etc.
Caution
Consult your bicycle dealer before
attaching bicycles with carbon
frames. The bicycles might get
damaged.
Extending
Open the tailgate.
9 Warning
No-one should be in the extension
zone of the rear carrier system,
risk of injury.

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Swivel both tail lamps backwards as
far as it will go.
Fold out wheel recess
Remove strap and fold out the wheel
recess.
Lock the rear carrier system
Remove strap and swivel both
clamping levers sidewards as far as it will go.
Otherwise safe functionality is not
guaranteed.
Assembling the bicycle rack
Lift the rack at the rear (1) and pull it
backwards.
Fold up the rack (2).

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2. Turn the lever (1) forwards andhold, then lower the adapter (2) at
the rear.
3. Release lever and check if the adapter is engaged securely.
4. Guide the strap attached to theadapter underneath the lever for
folding back the rear carrier system. Fasten the strap.
Attaching the first bicycle
1. Rotate the pedals into position as shown in the illustration and put
the bicycle on the wheel recess.
Make sure that the bicycle stands centrally on the wheel recesses.
2. Attach the short mounting bracket
to the bicycle frame. Turn the
knob clockwise to fasten.

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3.Secure both bicycle wheels to the
wheel recesses using the strap
retainers.
4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure.Caution
Ensure gap between bicycle and
vehicle is at least 5 cm. If
necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways.
Attaching the second bicycle
The attachment of a second bicycle is
similar to the attachment of the first
bicycle. Additionally some steps must be considered:
1. Always rotate the pedals into an appropriate position before
putting on the bicycle.2. Position the bicycles on the rear carrier system alternately aligned
to the left and to the right.
3. Align the rear bicycle to the front bicycle. The wheel hubs of the
bicycles must not touch each
other.
4. Attach the rear bicycle with the longer mounting bracket and the
strap retainers as described for
the front bicycle. The mounting
brackets should be fixed in
parallel.5. Additionally secure both bicycle wheels of the rear bicycle to the
wheel recesses using the
tensioning straps.
It is recommended to attach a
warning sign at the rearmost bicycle,
to increase visibility.
Fold the rear carrier system
backwards
The rear carrier system can be folded
backwards to gain access to the load
compartment.

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■ Without attached adapter:
Push the lever (1) to disengage andhold.
Pull the rack (2) backwards to fold
the rear carrier system.
■ With attached adapter:
9 Warning
Take care when disengaging the
rear carrier system as it will tilt
backwards. Risk of injury.
Hold frame (1) of rear bicycle with
one hand and pull the loop (2) to
disengage.
Hold rear bicycle with both hands
and fold the rear carrier system
backwards.
To increase visibility, the tail lights of
the vehicle are activated when the
rear carrier system is folded back.
9 Warning
When folding the rear carrier
system forwards again, take care
that the system is engaged
securely.
Removing bicycles
Undo strap retainers on both bicycle
tyres.
Turn knob anti-clockwise and remove
mounting brackets.
Detaching adapter 1. Fold in wheel recesses.
2. Unbutton the strap.

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Fold the rack backwards, then push
forwards until it stops (1).
Press the rack down at the rear (2).
Fold in wheel recess
Fold in wheel recess. Fasten strap.Stow the strap retainers accurately.
Unlock the rear carrier system
Swivel both clamping levers inwards
as far as it will go. Fasten strap.
Fold in tail lamps
First swivel tail lamps (1) forwards as
far as it will go.
Then swivel hinges (2) forwards as far as it will go.

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Fold in number plate light
Fold number plate light forwards.
Retracting the rear carrier system
Caution
Take care that all foldable parts,
e.g. wheel recesses and mounting brackets, are stowed accurately.
Otherwise the rear carrier system might get damaged when trying to retract it.
Push the release lever up and hold.
Lift the system slightly and push it into the bumper until it engages.
Release lever must return to original
position.
9 Warning
If the system cannot be correctly
engaged, please seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Load compartment
The rear seat backrest is divided into
two parts. Both parts can be folded
down separately.
Load compartment extension Remove the load compartment cover if necessary.
Press the catch and push down the
head restraint.
Insert seat belt latch plate into side
holder to protect the belt against
damage.

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Pull the strap on one or both
backrests and fold them down onto the seat cushion.
To fold up, raise the backrests into
upright position and let them engage
audibly.
The backrests are properly engaged
when the red marks on both release
straps are not visible.
9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely locked in
position before driving. Failure to
do so may result in personal injury or damage to load or vehicle in the event of heavy braking or collision.
Hook for carrier bags
Use the hook at the right sidewall of
the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Maximum load: 5 kg
Rear storage
Storage box A closable storage box is located in
the load compartment. The cover is lockable by turning the knob. It must
be locked while driving.
To open, unlock and lift up the cover.
To remove the cover, open it and slide
sideways to the left.
The box can be separated by a
divider.
The storage box cover can be loaded with max. 20 kg.
Removal
To gain access to the warning
triangle, the tyre repair kit (on some
versions), the mounting of the spare
wheel or for bulb replacement of the
tail lights, the storage box must be
removed:
■ Remove load compartment cover 3 62,
■ fold down rear backrests 3 60,
■ open the storage box,

68Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 68
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐
cators ........................................... 76
Information displays .....................86
Vehicle messages ........................ 92
Trip computer ............................... 95
Vehicle personalisation ................97Controls
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.
Steering wheel controls
The Infotainment system, the cruise
control and a connected mobile
phone can be operated via the
controls on the steering wheel.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment manual.
Driver assistance systems 3 129.

Instruments and controls69Heated steering wheel
Activate heating by pressing *
button. Activation is indicated by the
LED in the button.
The recommended grip areas of the
steering wheel are heated quicker
and to a higher temperature than the
other areas.
Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 120.
Horn
Press j.