refuelling VAUXHALL ADAM 2017 Owner's Manual

88Instruments and controlsoperational. Driving stability,
however, may deteriorate depending
on road surface conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Control 3 139,
Traction Control system 3 138.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
wheel). After 60-90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 187.Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress the clutch.
2. Select neutral gear.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
During an Autostop the brake
servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 165.
Low fuel
Y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 158.
Catalytic converter 3 131.

Instruments and controls93
Trip odometer
Trip odometer displays the current
distance since a certain reset.
Trip odometer counts up to a distance
of 2000 miles and then restarts at 0.
Reset trip odometer by pressing
SET/CLR for a few seconds on the
respective page.
Average consumption
Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any
time and starts with a default value.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds on the respective page.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Average consumption is indicated for
the currently selected mode (LPG or
petrol).
Average speed
Display of average speed. The
measurement can be reset at any
time.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds on the respective page.
Digital speed
Digital display of the instantaneous
speed.
Fuel range
Range is calculated from current fuel
tank level and current consumption.
The display shows average values.
After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.
When the fuel level in the tank is low,
a message appears on the display.
Y in the fuel gauge illuminates.
When the tank must be refuelled
immediately, a warning message
pops-up on the display. Y in the fuel
gauge flashes.Y 3 88.
Fuel range LPG version
Display of approximate fuel range
available with the remaining fuel in
each respective fuel tank of petrol and LPG fuel, along with a total range of
both fuel types together. Switch
between the mode by pressing
SET/CLR .
Instantaneous consumption
Display of the instantaneous
consumption.
On vehicles with LPG engines:
Instantaneous consumption is
indicated for the currently selected
mode; LPG or petrol.
ECO Information Menu s
Press MENU to select s in the top
line of the Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Press SET/CLR to confirm.

Driving and operating125Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 125
Control of the vehicle ...............125
Steering ................................... 126
Starting and operating ...............126
New vehicle running-in ............126
Ignition switch positions ...........126
Retained power off ..................126
Starting the engine ..................127
Overrun cut-off ........................ 127
Stop-start system ....................128
Parking .................................... 130
Engine exhaust .......................... 131
Catalytic converter ...................131
Manual transmission ..................132
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 132
Transmission display ...............133
Starting the engine ..................133
Selector lever .......................... 133
Manual mode ........................... 135
Electronic driving programmes 135
Fault ........................................ 135Brakes........................................ 136
Antilock brake system .............136
Parking brake .......................... 137
Brake assist ............................. 137
Hill start assist ......................... 137
Ride control systems .................138
Traction Control system ..........138
Electronic Stability Control ......139
City mode ................................ 140
Driver assistance systems .........142
Cruise control .......................... 142
Speed limiter ........................... 143
Parking assist .......................... 145
Side blind spot alert .................154
Fuel ............................................ 155
Fuel for petrol engines .............155
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....156
Refuelling ................................ 158
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 161Driving hints
Control of the vehicle Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others.
All systems function during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 128.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears on the Uplevel-
Display.
Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.

158Driving and operatingNotice
In the event of an accident, switch off
the ignition and lights.
Refuelling9 Danger
Before refuelling, switch off the
ignition.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station
when refuelling.
9 Danger
Fuel is flammable and explosive.
No smoking. No naked flames or
sparks.
If you can smell fuel in your
vehicle, have the cause of this
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Caution
In case of misfuelling, do not
switch on ignition.
Fuel filler flap is located at right rear
side of the vehicle.
The fuel filler flap can only be opened
when the vehicle is unlocked.
Push the flap to engage. Then open
the flap.
Turn the fuel filler cap slowly
anticlockwise to open.
The fuel filler cap can be retained in
the bracket on the fuel filler flap.
To refuel, fully insert the pump nozzle
and switch it on.
After the automatic cut-off, the tank
can be topped up by operating the pump nozzle a maximum of two more times.
Caution
Wipe off any overflowing fuel
immediately.
To close, turn the fuel filler cap
clockwise until it clicks.
Close the flap and allow it to engage.

Driving and operating159Liquid gas refuellingFollow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station when refuelling.
The filling valve for the liquid gas is
behind the fuel filler cap.
Unscrew protective cap from the filler
neck.
Screw the required adapter hand-
tight onto the filler neck.
ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of the
filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press
locking lever on filler nozzle down.
DISH filler neck: Place the filler nozzle
into the adapter. Press locking lever
on filler nozzle down.
Bayonet filler neck: Place filler nozzle
on the adapter and turn clockwise or
anticlockwise through one quarter
turn. Pull locking lever of filler nozzle
fully.
EURO filler neck: Press the filler
nozzle onto the adapter until it
engages.
Press the button at the liquid gas
supply point. The filling system stops
or begins to run slowly when 80% of
the tank volume is reached
(maximum fill level).
Release button on filling system and
the filling process stops. Release the
locking lever and remove the filler
nozzle. A small quantity of liquid gas
may escape.
Remove adapter and stow securely in vehicle.

236Immobiliser ............................ 26, 89
Indicators ...................................... 79
Inductive charging ........................77
Information displays...................... 89
Instrument cluster ........................79
Instrument panel fuse box .........182
Instrument panel illumination .....178
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 111
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 209
Interior lighting ............................ 111
Interior lights ...................... 111, 178
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....50
J Jump starting ............................. 203
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 66
Light switch ................................ 107
Load compartment ................24, 62
Load compartment cover .............64Loading information .....................68
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M Malfunction indicator light ............86
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 135
Manual transmission .................. 132
Manual transmission automated 132
Memorised settings ......................21
Midlevel-Display ........................... 89
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................111
N
New vehicle running-in ..............126
Number plate light .....................177
O Object detection systems ...........145
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 212, 216
OnStar ........................................ 102
Operate pedal ............................... 86
Outside temperature ....................74
Overrun cut-off ........................... 127
P Parking ................................ 18, 130
Parking assist ............................ 145
Parking brake ............................ 137Parking lights ............................. 110
Performance .............................. 221
Performing work ........................164
Pollen filter ................................. 123
Power outlets ............................... 77
Power steering.............................. 87
Power windows ............................ 29
Puncture ..................................... 196
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 232
Radio remote control ...................20
Rear carrier system ......................53
Rear floor storage cover ..............65
Rear fog light ............................... 89
Rear fog lights ........................... 110
Rear storage ................................. 63
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 74 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 212, 216
Refuelling ................................... 158 Registered trademarks ...............231
Retained power off .....................126
Reversing lights .........................111
Ride control systems ..................138
Roof load ...................................... 68
Roof rack ..................................... 67