light VAUXHALL CORSA 2014.5 User Guide
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36Seats, restraints
■ Sit with shoulders as far backagainst the backrest as possible.Set the backrest to an angle so that it is possible to reach the steering
wheel with arms slightly bent.
Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do not
tilt the backrest too far back. We
recommend a maximum angle of
approx. 25°.
■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 70.
■ Set the seat high enough to have a
clear field of vision on all sides and
on all display instruments. There
should be at least one hand of
clearance between head and the
roof frame. Thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it.
■ Adjust the head restraint 3 34.
■ Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 39.Seat adjustment9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.
Seat backrests
Turn handwheel. Do not lean on
backrest when adjusting.
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40Seats, restraints9Warning
The belt must not rest against hard
or fragile objects in the pockets of
your clothing.
Height adjustment
1. Pull belt out slightly.
2. Press button.
3. Adjust height and engage audibly.
Adjust the height so that the belt lies
across the shoulder. It must not lie
across the throat or upper arm.
Do not adjust while driving.
Removing seat belt
To release belt, press red button on
belt buckle.
Seat belts on the rear outer
seats
When not in use or to fold forward the rear backrests, feed seat belts
through belt mount.
Using the seat belt while
pregnant9 Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as
low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
abdomen.
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46Seats, restraints
The risk of injury to the head in the
event of a side impact is considerably reduced.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do
not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation
Front airbag and side airbag systems for the front passenger seat must be
deactivated if a child restraint system
is to be fitted on this seat. The curtain
airbag system, the belt tensioners
and all driver airbag systems will
remain active.
There is a warning label on the side
of the instrument panel, visible when
the front passenger door is open.
Control indicator W and LEDs in the
button not on:
Airbag systems for the front
passenger are active. No child
restraint systems can be installed.
Control indicator W and LEDs in
button on:
Front passenger airbags are
deactivated and will not inflate in the
event of a collision. A child restraint system according to the chart Child
restraint installation locations can be
installed 3 49.
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60Storage
Align the bicycle in the longitudinal
direction of the vehicle: Slightly
loosen the pedal mount.
Place the bicycle upright using the
rotary lever on the pedal crank
recess.
If the two bicycles obstruct one
another, the relative positions of the
bicycles can be adapted by adjusting
the wheel recesses and the rotary
lever on the pedal crank recess until
the bicycles no longer touch one
another. Make sure there is sufficient
clearance from the vehicle.Tighten the attachment screw for the
pedal bearing mount to its maximum
point by hand.
Secure both bicycle wheels to wheel
recesses using strap retainers.
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.
The settings for the wheel recesses
and on the rotary lever on the pedal
crank recess should be noted and saved for each bicycle. Correct
presetting will facilitate refitting of the
bicycle.
Notice
It is recommended to attach a
warning sign at the rearmost bicycle to increase visibility.
Removing a bicycle from the rear carrier system
Undo strap retainers on both bicycle
tyres.
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62Storage
Swivel first the right clamping lever
( 1 ) forwards, followed by the left
clamping lever ( 2), until they can be
engaged in their respective recesses.
Push the clamping lever down and
pull both lamp supports out of the recesses.
Fold in the lamp supports on the
backs of the tail lamps.
First place the front tail lamp ( 1), then
the rear tail lamp ( 2) in the recesses
and push down as far as possible. Push cables all the way into all guides
in order to prevent damage.
Open the tailgate.
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.
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70Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 70
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐
cators ........................................... 76
Information displays .....................86
Vehicle messages ........................ 90
Trip computer ............................... 91
Vehicle personalisation ................95Controls
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 and the
Info-Display can be operated via the
controls on the steering wheel.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment system manual.
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Instruments and controls75Power outlets
The power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Caution
Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs.
Connecting electrical accessorieswhile the engine is off will discharge
the battery. Do not exceed the
maximum power consumption of
120 Watts. Do not connect any
current-delivering accessories, e.g.
electrical charging devices or
batteries.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
If the tyre repair set is in operation, no consumers may be connected to the
auxiliary outlet.
Stop-start system 3 116.
Cigarette lighterThe cigarette lighter is located in the
centre console.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
AshtraysCaution
To be used only for ash and not forcombustible rubbish.
Portable ashtray
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76Instruments and controls
The portable ashtray can be placed inthe cupholders. Open cover to use.Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched
on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Speed warning
With the "Personalised key" function
( P6 ), a particular maximum speed
can be assigned to each vehicle key.
When this speed is exceeded, a
warning buzzer sounds. Vehicle
personalisation 3 95.
Odometer
The bottom line displays the recorded distance.
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80Instruments and controlsTurn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates The control indicator illuminates
briefly when the parking lights are
switched on 3 102.
Flashes
The control indicator flashes if a turn
signal or the hazard warning flashers
are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated fuse, failure of turn
signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 153, Fuses
3 166, Turn signals 3 101.
Seat belt reminder
X illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
After the ignition is switched on until
the seat belt is fastened.Flashes
After starting off until the seat belt is
fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 39.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the belt
tensioner or the airbags. In this case
the LEDs in the button W will also
flash. The airbags and belt tensioners
may fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners or
airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Airbag system, belt tensioners 3 41,
3 38.
Airbag deactivation W illuminates together with the LEDs
in the button W: airbag deactivated
3 46.
W flashes: the system can be
activated or deactivated within
15 seconds of switching on the
ignition 3 46.
Charging system
p illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
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Instruments and controls81
Illuminates when the engine is
running Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. In diesel engines, power
to the brake servo unit may be cut.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes during or after engine start Battery voltage too low. Have
electrical system tested by a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Immediately seek the
assistance of a workshop.Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon A illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in engine or transmission
electronics. The electronics switch to
an emergency running programme.
Fuel consumption may be increased
and the vehicle handling may be
impaired.
If the fault persists after restarting the vehicle, consult a workshop.
Illuminates together with InSP4
in the service display
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
draining the diesel fuel filter.Flashes with switched on
ignition
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started 3 26.
Brake and clutch system
Brake and clutch fluid level R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake and clutch fluid
level is too low 3 150.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 129.
Apply parking brake
R flashes red.
On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, R flashes for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
off if the parking brake is not applied.