power steering VAUXHALL CORSA 2015 Owner's Manual

In brief11
1Power windows .....................30
2 Exterior mirrors .....................28
3 Cruise control .....................147
Speed limiter ...................... 149
Forward collision alert ........150
4 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low beam and high beam ....112
Exit lighting ......................... 116
Parking lights ...................... 113
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ................93
5 Instruments .......................... 82
6 Forward collision alert
indicator ............................. 150
7 Driver Information Centre ...... 93
8 Infotainment controls ...........74
9 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer
system, rear wiper, rear
washer system ......................76
10 Central locking system ..........22
City mode ............................ 146Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 131
Parking assist ..................... 153
Seat heating .......................... 38
Heated steering wheel ..........75
11 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 26
12 Hazard warning flashers ....112
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation .......................... 88
Control indicator for front
passenger seat belt .............87
13 Colour-Info-Display ..............98
Graphic-Info-Display .............99
14 Centre air vents .................. 126
15 Side air vents passenger
side ..................................... 126
16 Airbag deactivation switch
(behind glovebox lid) ............46
17 Glovebox .............................. 56
Fuse box ............................ 196
18 Climate control system ........ 118
19 Power outlet .......................... 8120AUX input, USB input ...........10
21 Selector lever,
transmission ....................... 139
22 Parking brake ......................144
23 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............129
24 Horn ..................................... 75
Driver airbag ........................ 44
25 Bonnet release lever ..........178
26 Steering wheel adjustment ..74
27 Light switch ........................ 108
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 110
Rear fog light ...................... 113
Fuse box ............................ 196
Brightness of instrument
panel illumination ................114

Instruments and controls89
Illuminates when the engine is
running Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
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 g illuminates yellow.
Additionally a warning message or
warning code is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
The vehicle needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 100.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates red.The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low 3 181.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the manual parking
brake is applied 3 144.
Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
to start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 131.
Flashes
Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
for a main start of the engine 3 17,
3 130.
On some versions, the operate pedal message is indicated in the Driver
Information Display 3 100.
Antilock 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 3 143.
Gear shifting R with the number of the next higher
gear is indicated, when upshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Power steering
c illuminates yellow.

90Instruments and controls
Illuminates with power steeringreduced
Power steering is reduced due to
overheating of the system. Control
indicator extinguishes when the
system has cooled down.
Stop-start system 3 131.
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 3 146.
Lane departure warning
) illuminates green or flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
System is switched on and ready to operate.Flashes yellow
System recognises an unintended
lane change.
Lane departure warning 3 167
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 3 153.
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 or warning code
appears in the Driver Information
Centre. Continued driving is possible.
The system is not operational. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Control 3 145,
Traction Control system 3 145.
Preheating ! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature is low.

92Instruments and controlsDo not remove key until vehicle is
stationary, otherwise the steering wheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 178.
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.
Catalytic converter 3 135.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 184.
Immobiliser
d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Reduced engine power
# illuminates yellow.
The engine power is limited. Consult
a workshop.
Autostop Autostop active
D illuminates red or white.
Engine is in an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 131.
Exterior light 8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 108.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 109.
High beam assist
l illuminates green.The high beam assist is activated
3 111.
Fog light
> illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 113.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 113.
Cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white
The system is on.
Illuminates green Cruise control is active.
Cruise control 3 147.
Vehicle detected ahead A illuminates green.

Instruments and controls101
No.Vehicle message9Turn steering wheel, start
engine again12Vehicle overloaded13Compressor overheated15Centre high-mounted brake
light failure16Brake light failure17Headlight levelling malfunction18Left low beam failure19Rear fog light failure20Right low beam failure21Left sidelight failure22Right sidelight failure23Reversing light failure24Number plate light failure25Left front turn signal failure26Left rear turn signal failureNo.Vehicle message27Right front turn signal failure28Right rear turn signal failure29Check trailer brake light30Check trailer reversing light31Check left trailer turn signal32Check right trailer turn signal33Check trailer rear fog light34Check trailer rear light35Replace battery in radio remote
control48Clean side blind spot alert
system49Lane departure warning
unavailable53Tighten gas cap54Water in diesel fuel filter55Diesel particle filter is full
3 134No.Vehicle message56Tyre pressure imbalance on
front axle57Tyre pressure imbalance on
rear axle58Tyres without TPMS sensors
detected59Open and then close driver
window60Open and then close front
passenger window65Theft attempted66Service theft alarm system67Service steering wheel lock68Service power steering75Service air conditioning76Service side blind spot alert
system79Top up engine oil81Service transmission

128Driving and operatingDriving and operatingDriving hints............................... 128
Starting and operating ...............129
Engine exhaust .......................... 134
Automatic transmission .............. 136
Manual transmission ..................139
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 140
Brakes ........................................ 143
Ride control systems .................145
Driver assistance systems .........147
Fuel ............................................ 168
Trailer hitch ................................ 171Driving hints
Control of the vehicleNever 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 3 131.
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 in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.Driving downhill
Engage a gear when driving downhill to ensure that sufficient brake
pressure is available.

Driving and operating129Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may take
place more often.
Diesel particle filter 3 134.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for
charging the vehicle battery.
Ignition switch positions
Turn key:0=ignition off: Some functions
remain active until key is removed or driver's door is
opened, if ignition was on
previously1=accessory power mode: Steering
wheel lock released, some
electrical functions are operable,
ignition is off2=ignition on power mode: Ignition
is on, diesel engine is preheating.
Control indicators light up and the
most electrical functions are
operable3=engine start: Release key after
starting procedure beginsSteering wheel lock
Remove key from the ignition switch
and turn steering wheel until it
engages.
Retained power off
The following electronic systems can
work until the driver's door is opened
or at the latest for 10 minutes after the
ignition is switched off:
■ power windows
■ power outlets
■ power sunroof
Power to the Infotainment system will continue to operate for 30 minutes or
until the key is removed from the
ignition switch, regardless of whether
any door will be opened.

Driving and operating133
Vehicles with manual transmission
automated
Release the brake pedal or move
selector lever out of D to restart the
engine.
When the engine is restarted, the
control indicator D in the DIC
extinguishes.
Restart of the engine by the
stop-start system
The selector lever must be in neutral to enable an automatic restart.
If one of the following conditions
occurs during an Autostop, the
engine will be restarted automatically
by the stop-start system:
■ The stop-start system is manually deactivated.
■ The bonnet is opened.
■ The driver's seat belt is unfastened
and the driver's door is opened.
■ The engine temperature is too low.
■ The charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level.
■ The brake vacuum is not sufficient.■ The vehicle is driven at least at
walking speed.
■ The climate control system requests an engine start.
■ The air conditioning is manually switched on.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during restart might be noticeable.
Parking9 Warning
■ Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface.
■ Always apply the parking brake.
Activate the manual parking
brake without pressing the
release button. Apply as firmly
as possible on a downhill slope
or uphill slope. Depress foot
brake at the same time to
reduce operating force.
■ Switch off the engine.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector lever
to position P before removing
the ignition key. On an uphill
slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
■ Close the windows and the sunroof.
■ Remove the ignition key. Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only

Driving and operating147
Stop-start system 3 131.
Deactivation
Press button B; LED in the button
extinguishes and a message pops-up
in the Driver Information Centre.
Each time the engine is started, City
mode is deactivated.
Overload If the steering in City mode is heavily
loaded, e.g. in long parking
manoeuvres or heavy city traffic, the
system is deactivated for overheat
protection. Steering operates in
normal mode until City mode
activates automatically.
FaultIn the event of a fault in the system,
control indicator c illuminates and a
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 100.
System calibration If control indicators c and b
illuminate simultaneously, a
calibration of the power steering
system is necessary. This can occur
e.g. when turning the steering wheel
for one rotation with ignition switched
off. In this case, switch on ignition and turn steering wheel once from lock to
lock.
If control indicators c and b do not
extinguish after calibration, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Driver assistance
systems9 Warning
Driver assistance systems are
developed to support the driver
and not to replace the driver's
attention.
The driver accepts full
responsibility when driving the
vehicle.
When using driver assistance
systems, always take care
regarding the current traffic
situation.
Cruise control
The Cruise control can store and
maintain speeds of approx. 20 to
120 mph. Deviations from the stored
speeds may occur when driving uphill or downhill.

Driving and operating1759Warning
Towing a trailer is permitted only
when a coupling ball bar is fitted correctly. If the coupling ball bardoes not engage correctly, seekthe assistance of a workshop.
Dismounting the coupling ball
bar
Insert the key in the lock and unlock
the coupling ball bar.
Push the rotary knob onto the
coupling ball bar and rotate right while pressed down until it engages. Pull
out the ball bar downwards.
Insert sealing plug in opening for
coupling ball bar. Fold away socket.
Trailer stability assist If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking
ceases. While system is working keep
steering wheel as still as possible.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) is a
function of the Electronic Stability
Control 3 145.