Fuel VAUXHALL ADAM 2018 Owner's Manual

In brief111Power windows .....................29
2 Exterior mirrors .....................27
3 Cruise control .....................143
Speed limiter ....................... 144
4 Side air vents ...................... 124
5 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low beam and high beam ....111
Exit lighting ......................... 114
Parking lights ...................... 111
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ................90
6 Instruments .......................... 79
7 Steering wheel controls .......71
8 Driver Information Centre ...... 90
9 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer
system, headlight washer
system, rear wiper, rear
washer system ......................72
10 Central locking system ..........21
City mode ............................ 141
Fuel selector ......................... 80Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 129
Traction Control system .....139
Electronic Stability Control . 140
Parking assist ..................... 146
Seat heating .......................... 36
Heated steering wheel ..........71
11 Colour-Info-Display ..............95
Graphic-Info-Display .............96
12 Hazard warning flashers ....110
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation .......................... 86
Control indicator for front
passenger seat belt .............85
13 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 25
14 Centre air vents .................. 124
15 Side air vents passenger
side ..................................... 124
16 Glovebox .............................. 51
Fuse box ............................ 182
17 Climate control system ........ 116
18 Power outlet .......................... 7619AUX input, USB input ...........10
20 Selector lever,
transmission ....................... 133
21 Parking brake ......................138
22 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............127
23 Horn ..................................... 72
Driver airbag ........................ 43
24 Bonnet release lever ..........164
25 Steering wheel adjustment ..71
26 Light switch ........................ 108
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 110
Rear fog light ...................... 111
Brightness of instrument
panel illumination ................112
Brightness of ambient light 112

Keys, doors and windows21Basic settingsSome settings can be changed in theInfo-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 100.
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 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Key with fixed key section
Have the battery replaced by a
workshop.
Memorised settings
Whenever the key is removed from
the ignition switch, the following
settings are automatically memorised by the key:
● lighting
● Infotainment system presets
● central locking system
● comfort settings
● climate control
The saved settings are automatically
used the next time the memorised key
is inserted into the ignition switch and
turned to position 1 3 127.
A precondition is that Personalization
by driver is activated in the personal
settings of the Info-Display. This must
be set for each key used.
Vehicle personalisation 3 100.
Central locking system Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the respective door.

22Keys, doors and windowsNotice
In the event of an accident in which airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.
Notice
Three minutes after unlocking with
the remote control, the doors are
relocked automatically if no door has
been opened.
Unlocking
Press c.
Two settings are selectable in the
Info-Display:
● To unlock only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler
flap, press c once. To unlock
both doors, press c twice.
● Press c once to unlock doors,
load compartment and fuel filler
flap.
Vehicle personalisation 3 100.
The setting can be saved for the key
being used.
Memorised settings 3 21.
Unlocking and opening the tailgate 3 24.
Locking
Close doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap.
Press e.
If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the central locking system will not work.
Central locking buttons Locks or unlocks doors, the load
compartment and fuel filler flap from
inside the passenger compartment.

Keys, doors and windows23
Press e to lock.
Press c to unlock.
Delayed door lock
Switch off engine and remove key from the lock. Press e with at least
one door opened and three chimes
will sound. When the last door is
closed, the vehicle will automatically
lock all doors after five seconds and a feedback is given. After ten minutes,
the vehicle will automatically lock all
doors even if a door is still open. This
function may be activated or
deactivated in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 100.
Fault in radio remote control
system
Unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. Switch on
the ignition and press the central
locking button c to unlock the
passenger door, load compartment and fuel filler flap.
By switching on the ignition, the anti-
theft locking system is deactivated.
Locking
Manually lock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock.
Fault in central locking system
Unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. The
passenger door can be opened by
pulling the interior handle. The load
compartment and fuel filler flap
cannot be opened.
To deactivate the anti-theft locking
system, switch on the ignition 3 25.
Locking
Press inside locking knob of
passenger door. Then close the
driver's door and lock it from the
outside with the key. The fuel filler flap
and tailgate cannot be locked.
Automatic locking
This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap as soon as a certain speed
is exceeded.
Additionally, it is configurable to
unlock the driver's door or both doors after the ignition is switched off and
the ignition key is removed.

68StorageLoading information
● Heavy objects in the loadcompartment should be placed
against the seat backrests.
Ensure that the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing
eyes 3 66.
● Use the hook at the right sidewall
of the load compartment for
hanging up carrier bags.
Maximum load: 5 kg.
● Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent themfrom sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be
angled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not
cover the sensor on top of the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or vehicle.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 215) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a

70Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 71
Steering wheel adjustment ........71
Steering wheel controls .............71
Heated steering wheel ...............71
Horn ........................................... 72
Windscreen wiper/washer .........72
Rear window wiper/washer .......73
Outside temperature ..................74
Clock ......................................... 75
Power outlets ............................. 76
Inductive charging .....................77
Cigarette lighter ......................... 78
Ashtrays .................................... 78
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 79
Instrument cluster ......................79
Speedometer ............................. 79
Odometer .................................. 79
Trip odometer ............................ 79
Tachometer ............................... 79
Fuel gauge ................................ 80
Fuel selector .............................. 80
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 81Service display.......................... 82
Control indicators ......................83
Turn signal ................................. 85
Seat belt reminder .....................85
Airbag and belt tensioners .........86
Airbag deactivation ....................86
Charging system .......................86
Malfunction indicator light ..........87
Service vehicle soon .................87
Brake and clutch system ...........87
Operate pedal ............................ 87
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....88
Upshift ....................................... 88
Power steering .......................... 88
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........88
Electronic Stability Control off ...88
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........88
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 89
Engine oil pressure ....................89
Low fuel ..................................... 89
Immobiliser ................................ 90
Exterior light .............................. 90
High beam ................................. 90
Rear fog light ............................. 90
Cruise control ............................ 90
Door open .................................. 90
Information displays .....................90
Driver Information Centre ..........90Colour-Info-Display ....................95
Graphic-Info-Display ..................96
Vehicle messages ........................97
Warning chimes .........................99
Battery voltage .......................... 99
Vehicle personalisation ..............100
Telematics service .....................104
OnStar ..................................... 104

80Instruments and controlsFuel gauge
Displays the level in the fuel tank.
The arrow indicates the vehicle side
where the fuel filler flap is located.
During liquid gas operation, the level
in the gas tank is displayed.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately if it flashes.
During liquid gas operation, the
system automatically switches over to
petrol operation when gas tanks are
empty 3 80.
Never run the fuel tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity.
Fuel selector
Pressing LPG switches between
petrol and liquid gas operation as soon as the required parameters (coolant temperature, gas
temperature and minimum engine
speed) have been reached. The
requirements are usually fulfilled after approx. 60 seconds (depending on
exterior temperature) and the first firm
press on the accelerator. The LED status shows the current operating
mode.Press LPG. The LED in the button
shows the current operating mode.LED off:petrol operationLED
flashes:checking conditions for
fuel transition to liquid
gas operation.
Illuminates if conditions
are fulfilled.LED illu‐
minates:liquid gas operationLED
flashes
five
times
and
extin‐
guishes:liquid gas tank is empty
or failure in liquid gas
system. A message is
displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
If the fuel tank is empty, the engine
will not start.
The selected fuel mode is stored and reactivated at the next ignition cycle,
if conditions allow.
As soon as the liquid gas tanks are
empty, petrol operation is
automatically engaged until the
ignition is switched off.

Instruments and controls81When switching automatically
between petrol or gas operation, a
brief delay of engine tractive power
may be noticeable.
Every six months, run the petrol tank
down until control indicator Y
illuminates, then refuel. This helps
maintain fuel quality and system
function for petrol operation.
Fill the tank completely at regular
intervals to prevent corrosion in the
tank.
Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 157.
Faults and remedies
If gas mode is not possible, check the following:
● Is there enough liquid gas present?
● Is there enough petrol present for
starting?
Due to extreme temperatures in
combination with the gas
composition, it may take slightly
longer before the system switches
from petrol to gas mode.In extreme situations, the system may
also switch back to petrol mode if the
minimum requirements are not
fulfilled. If conditions allow, it might be possible to manually switch back to
liquid gas operation.
Seek the assistance of a workshop in
the event of all other faults.Caution
Repairs and adjustments may only
be made by trained specialists in
order to maintain the safety and
warranty on the LPG system.
Liquid gas is given a particular odour
(odorised) so that any leaks can be
detected easily.
9 Warning
If you smell gas in the vehicle or in
the immediate vicinity, switch to petrol mode immediately. No
smoking. No naked flames or
ignition sources.
If the gas odour persists, do not start
the engine. Have the cause of the
fault remedied by a workshop.
When using underground car parks,
follow the instructions of the operator
and local laws.
Notice
In the event of an accident, switch off
the ignition and lights.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.

Instruments and controls85Control indicators in the centre
console
Overview
OTurn signal 3 85XSeat belt reminder 3 85vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 86VAirbag deactivation 3 86pCharging system 3 86ZMalfunction indicator light
3 87gService vehicle soon 3 87RBrake and clutch system
3 87-Operate pedal 3 87uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 88[Upshift 3 88cPower steering 3 88rUltrasonic parking assist
3 88nElectronic Stability Control off
3 88bElectronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 88wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 89IEngine oil pressure 3 89YLow fuel 3 89dImmobiliser 3 908Exterior light 3 90CHigh beam 3 90rRear fog light 3 90mCruise control 3 90hDoor open 3 90
Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly
The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated fuse.
Bulb replacement 3 169, Fuses
3 178.
Turn signals 3 111.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder on front seats
X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red in the tachometer.

88Instruments and controlsAntilock brake system(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on. The system is ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 137.
Upshift
[ illuminates green as control
indicator or is shown as a symbol in
the Driver Information Centre with
Uplevel-Display, when upshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Eco information menu
The gear shift indication is popped-up as a full page in the Driver Information
Centre.EcoFlex drive assistant 3 90.
Power steering
c illuminates yellow.
Illuminates with power steering
disabled
Failure in the power steering system.
Consult a workshop.
Illumination of c and b
simultaneously
Power steering system must be
calibrated, system calibration 3 141.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
or
Interference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 146.
Electronic Stability Control off
t illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system
b flashes or illuminates yellow.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present. A
warning message appears in the
Driver Information Centre. Continued
driving is possible. The system is not