manual transmission VAUXHALL COMBO 2016 User Guide

114Driving and operatingCaution
If the cleaning process is
interrupted, there is a risk of
provoking severe engine damage.
Cleaning takes place quickest at high engine speeds and loads.
Control indicator % extinguishes as
soon as the self-cleaning operation is
complete.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.
Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 125, 3 173 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of
the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
Manual transmission
To engage reverse, with the vehicle
stationary, wait 3 seconds after
depressing the clutch pedal, pull up
the collar on the selector lever and
engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily.
When operating, depress the clutch
pedal completely. Do not use the
pedal as a foot rest.

Driving and operating115Caution
It is not advisable to drive with thehand resting on the selector lever.
When gearshifting is recommended
to improve fuel economy, control
indicator [ or Ò illuminates in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 80.
Manual transmission
automated
The manual transmission automated (MTA) permits manual (manual
mode) or automatic gear shifting
(automatic mode), both with
automatic clutch control.
Transmission display
Shows the mode and current gear.
Starting the engine
Depress the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
If the brake pedal is not depressed, a
warning message appears in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC)
together with a warning chime 3 90
and the engine cannot be started.
Notice
The volume of the warning chime
can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
When the brake pedal is depressed,
the transmission automatically shifts
to N (neutral) and the engine can be
started. There may be a slight delay.
Autostop
During an Autostop, if the gearshift
lever is in position N, select another
gear, otherwise release the brake
pedal or move the lever to +, – or R to
enable an automatic restart of the
engine.
Stop-start system 3 110.

116Driving and operatingSelector lever
Always move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will
go.
After selecting A/M, + or - and
releasing the selector lever, the lever
automatically returns to the centre
position.
N:neutralo:drive positionA/M:switch between automatic and manual mode
The transmission display
shows AUTO when in
automatic mode.R:reverse gear
Engage only when vehicle is
stationary. The transmission
display shows "R" when
reverse gear is engaged.+:shift to a higher gear-:shift to a lower gearCaution
It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever.
Starting-off
When the engine is started, depress
the brake pedal and move the
selector lever towards + to engage
first gear. Shift to a higher or lower
gear by moving selector lever to + or -.
Gears can be skipped by moving the selector lever repeatedly at short
intervals.
The driver will be alerted to an
incorrect gear selection by an audible warning chime in conjunction with a
message in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85. The system will
downshift, selecting the most
appropriate gear automatically.
If R is selected, reverse gear is
engaged. The vehicle starts to move
when the brake pedal is released. To
start off quickly, release the brake
pedal and accelerate immediately
after engaging a gear.
Move the selector lever towards A/M
to engage automatic mode; the
transmission shifts to other gears
automatically, dependent on driving
conditions.
To engage manual mode, move the
selector lever towards A/M. The
current gear will appear in the
transmission display.
Stopping the vehicle
In automatic or manual mode,
first gear is engaged and the clutch is
released when the vehicle is stopped. In R, reverse gear remains engaged.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, if
the engine is running and a forward or
reverse gear is engaged, a warning

Driving and operating117chime will sound and the
transmission automatically shifts to
N in certain situations.
When stopping on gradients, engage
parking brake or depress the brake pedal. To prevent overheating of theclutch, an intermittent audible
warning chime may sound as a signal
to depress the brake pedal or apply
the parking brake.
Switch off engine if stopping for a
lengthy period, e.g. in traffic jams.
Engine braking
Automatic mode
When driving downhill, the manual
transmission automated does not
shift into higher gears until a fairly
high engine speed has been reached. It shifts down in good time when
braking.
Manual mode
To utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill.Rocking the vehicle
Rocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud, snow or a hole. Move the
selector lever between R and A/M (or
between + and -) in a repeat pattern,
while applying light pressure to the
accelerator pedal. Do not race the
engine and avoid sudden
acceleration.
Parking
Apply the parking brake. The most
recently engaged gear (see
transmission display) remains
engaged.Caution
Do not leave the vehicle with the
transmission in position N.
When the ignition is switched on, a
warning chime will sound when the
vehicle is parked if the transmission is
still in N.
When the ignition is switched off, the transmission no longer responds to
movement of the selector lever.
Manual mode
If engine speed is too low, the
transmission automatically shifts to a
lower gear.
In manual mode, no automatic
shifting to a higher gear takes place
at high engine revolutions. If engine
speed is too high, the transmission
only switches to a higher gear via
kickdown 3 118.
When gearshifting is recommended
to improve fuel economy, control
indicator [ or Ò illuminates in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 80.

118Driving and operatingElectronic drivingprogrammes
Eco mode E
When automatic mode is engaged,
the Eco mode can be selected to
reduce fuel consumption.
Eco mode selects the most suitable gear depending on the speed of the
vehicle, the engine speed and the
intensity with which the accelerator is pressed.
Activation
Press E on the selector lever housing.
Control indicator E is shown in the
transmission display to indicate
activation.
Deactivation
Eco mode is switched off by:
● pressing E again
● switching to manual mode
In order to protect the transmission at extremely high clutch temperatures,
an intermittent audible warning chime
may sound. In such cases, depress
the brake pedal, select N and apply
the parking brake to allow the clutch
to cool down.
Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is pressed
past the pressure point, the
transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on engine speed. Full
engine power is available for
acceleration.If engine speed is too high the
transmission switches to a higher
gear, even in manual mode. Without
kickdown this automatic shift is not
effected in manual mode.
Fault
In the event of a fault, control indicator s is shown in the transmission
display.
Continued driving is possible,
provided the vehicle is driven with
care and anticipation. A warning
message may appear in the Driver
Information Centre (DIC) in
conjunction with a warning chime
3 90.
Notice
The volume of the warning chime can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.

Vehicle care163Caution
The towing eye must only be usedfor towing and not for recovering
the vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Notice
If neutral cannot be selected on
vehicles with manual transmission
automated (MTA), the vehicle must
only be towed with the drive wheels
raised off the ground.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the cap.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
side of the cap. Release the cap by
carefully levering the screwdriver. To
prevent damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver
and the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 149.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap.

184GGauges ......................................... 70
General information ...................130
Generic warning .............76, 91, 109
Glovebox ..................................... 57
Gross Vehicle Weight ...................62
H Halogen headlights ....................140
Hand brake ................................. 119
Hazard warning flashers ..............95
Headlamp washer......................... 67
Headlight flash ............................. 94
Headlight range adjustment ........95
Headlights..................................... 94 Headlights when driving abroad ..95
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 32
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 31
Heating ........................................ 37
Heating and ventilation system . 101
High beam ............................. 84, 94
Hill start assist ...................... 80, 120
Horn ....................................... 13, 65
I
Identification plate .....................170
Ignition switch positions .............108
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 83
Indicators ...................................... 70Information displays...................... 85
Initial drive information.................... 6 Installing seats .............................. 39
Instrument cluster ........................70
Instrument panel fuse box .........148
Instrument panel illumination .....145
Instrument panel illumination control ...................................... 97
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............56
Interior care ............................... 166
Interior lighting ........................ 85, 97
Interior lights ........................ 97, 144
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....55
J
Jump starting ............................. 161
K Kerb weight................................... 62Key number .................................. 19
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Language ..................................... 85
Lashing eyes ......................... 61, 62
Light switch .................................. 94
Load compartment ................25, 58Load compartment cover .............58
Load compartment grille ...............61
Load compartment lighting ...........98
Loading ............................. 35, 37, 39
Loading information .....................62
Lock cylinders ............................... 19
Low engine oil level .....................83
Low fuel ....................................... 83
Lumbar support ............................ 34
M
Malfunction indicator light ............78
Manual adjustment ......................27
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 117
Manual transmission .................. 114
Manual transmission automated 115
Manual windows ..........................29
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .......................97
Multifunction display .....................85
N
Natural gas ................................. 178
New vehicle running-in ..............108
Number plate light .....................143
O Object detection systems ...........124
Odometer ..................................... 70
Oil, engine .......................... 168, 171

186Top-tether fastening eyes ............55
Towing ................................ 130, 162
Towing another vehicle .............163
Towing the vehicle .....................162
Traction Control system ............. 121
Trailer coupling ........................... 130
Trailer towing ............................. 130
Transmission ......................... 15, 79
Transmission display ...........73, 115
Tread depth ............................... 153
Trip computer ......................... 85, 91
Trip odometer .............................. 70
Turn and lane-change signals .....96
Turn signal ................................... 77
Tyre chains ................................ 154
Tyre designations ......................150
Tyre pressure ............................ 151
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 82, 151
Tyre pressures ........................... 179
Tyre repair kit ............................. 154
U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 80, 124
Underseat storage .......................57
Unit of measurement ....................85
Upholstery .................................. 166
Upshift .......................................... 80
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 137
Vehicle checks............................ 134
Vehicle data ................................ 171
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 180
Vehicle dimensions .................... 177
Vehicle Identification Number ....170
Vehicle jack ................................ 149
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle shutdown ...........76, 91, 109
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 133
Vehicle tools ............................... 149
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 176
Ventilation ................................... 101
Volume ......................................... 85
W
Warning chime.............................. 85
Warning chimes ........................... 90
Warning lights ............................... 70
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 137
Wheel changing .........................157
Wheel covers ............................. 154
Wheels and tyres .......................150
Windows ....................................... 29
Windscreen................................... 29Windscreen wiper/washer ...........66
Winter tyres ............................... 150
Wiper blade replacement ..........139