alarm VAUXHALL CORSA F 2019 User Guide

Vehicle care155Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps may be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, wellventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website. Only entrust this work to an
authorised recycling centre.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
service centre authorised for gas
vehicles.

160Vehicle careBrakesIn the event of minimum thickness of
the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below the MIN mark,
seek the assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 201.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to vehicle battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 106.
Disconnecting the battery If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the
ignition on then off, then disconnect
the vehicle's battery within
15 seconds.

222IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 154
Adjustable air vents ...................115
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........76
Airbag deactivation ................45, 77
Airbag label................................... 40 Airbag system .............................. 40
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 116
Air conditioning system .............. 109
Air intake .................................... 116
Air vents...................................... 115
Antilock brake system ................ 129
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......78
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................196
Ashtrays ....................................... 68
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................28
Automatic light control .................99
Automatic locking ........................23
Automatic transmission .............125
Autostop ............................... 80, 120
B Battery discharge protection ......106
Battery voltage ............................. 90
Belts.............................................. 37
Bonnet ....................................... 156Brake and clutch fluid.................201
Brake and clutch system .............77
Brake assist ............................... 130
Brake fluid .................................. 160
Brakes ............................... 129, 160
Breakdown.................................. 194
Bulb replacement ....................... 162
C Capacities .................................. 210
Catalytic converter .....................124
Central locking system ................21
Centre high-mounted brake light 169
Changing tyre and wheel size ...183
Charging system .......................... 77
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 50
Child restraints.............................. 46
Child restraint systems ................46
Cigarette lighter ........................... 68
City mode ................................... 132
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............108
Clock ............................................ 66
Code ............................................. 87
Control indicators.......................... 73
Control of the vehicle .................117
Controls ........................................ 62
Convex shape .............................. 27