fluid VAUXHALL INSIGNIA 2018 User Guide

242Vehicle careDepending on the engine, the
position of the coolant container may be different.9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
windscreen washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Washer fluid 3 283.
Brakes
In 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.

Vehicle care243
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below MIN seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 283.
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 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 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 3 146.
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.
Replacing the vehicle battery
Notice
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this section may lead to
temporary deactivation or
disturbance of the stop-start system.
When the vehicle battery is being
replaced, please ensure that there
are no open ventilation holes in the
vicinity of the positive terminal. If a
ventilation hole is open in this area, it
must be closed off with a dummy cap, and the ventilation in the vicinity of the
negative terminal must be opened.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 165.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed

276Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged
vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the vehicle battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
Open the positive terminal protection
caps of both vehicle batteries.
Lead connection order: 1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.

282Service and maintenanceService and
maintenanceGeneral information ...................282
Service information ..................282
Recommended fluids, lubricants
and parts .................................... 283
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 283General information
Service information In order to ensure economical and
safe vehicle operation and to
maintain the value of your vehicle, it
is of vital importance that all
maintenance work is carried out at the proper intervals as specified.
The detailed, up-to-date service
schedule for your vehicle is available
at the workshop.
Service display 3 104.
European service intervals Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 20,000 miles or after
1 year , whichever occurs first, unless
otherwise indicated in the service
display.
A shorter service interval can be valid for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for
taxis and police vehicles.
The European service intervals are
valid for the following countries:Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Greenland, Hungary,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta,
Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,
Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Service display 3 104.
International service intervals
Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 10,000 miles or after
1 year , whichever occurs first, unless
otherwise indicated in the service
display.
Severe operating conditions exist if
one or more of the following
circumstances occur frequently: Cold starting, stop and go operation, trailer
operation, mountain driving, driving
on poor and sandy road surfaces,
increased air pollution, presence of
airborne sand and high dust content,

Service and maintenance283driving at high altitude and large
variations of temperature. Under
these severe operating conditions, certain service work may be required
more frequently than the regular service interval.
The international service intervals are
valid for the countries which are not
listed in the European service
intervals.
Service display 3 104.
Confirmations Confirmation of service is recorded inthe Service and Warranty Booklet.
The date and mileage is completed
with the stamp and signature of the
servicing workshop.
Make sure that the Service and
Warranty Booklet is completed
correctly as continuous proof of
service is essential if any warranty or
goodwill claims are to be met, and is
also a benefit when selling the
vehicle.Service interval with remaining
engine oil life duration
The service interval is based on
several parameters depending on
usage.
The service display lets you know
when to change the engine oil.
Service display 3 104.Recommended fluids,
lubricants and parts
Recommended fluids andlubricants
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications.9 Warning
Operating materials are
hazardous and could be
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on
the containers.
Engine oil
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and its viscosity. Quality is more
important than viscosity when
selecting which engine oil to use. The oil quality ensures e.g. engine
cleanliness, wear protection and oil
aging control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
thickness over a temperature range.

Service and maintenance285Washer fluidUse only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of
wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified
interval.
AdBlue Only use AdBlue to reduce the
nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
emission 3 170.

286Technical dataTechnical dataVehicle identification..................286
Vehicle Identification Number ..286
Identification plate ...................286
Engine identification ................287
Vehicle data ............................... 288
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 288
Engine data ............................. 291
Performance ............................ 293
Vehicle weight ......................... 295
Vehicle dimensions .................298
Capacities ................................ 299
Tyre pressures ........................ 300
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 304Vehicle identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber
The Vehicle Identification Number is
visible through the windscreen.
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be stamped on the identification
plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover,
or in the engine compartment on the
right body panel.
Identification plate
The identification label is located on
the front left or right door frame.

288Technical dataVehicle dataRecommended fluids and lubricantsEuropean service schedule Required engine oil qualityAll countries with European service interval 3 282Engine oil qualityPetrol engines
(including CNG, LPG, E85)Diesel enginesdexos1 Gen2✔–dexos2–✔
Diesel engines only: In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. one litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once
between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All countries with European service interval 3 282Ambient temperaturePetrol and diesel enginesdown to -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40below -25 °CSAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

316IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 237
Active bonnet ................................ 69
Active emergency braking ..........201
Adaptive cruise control .......111, 189
AdBlue ................................ 109, 170
Adjustable air vents ...................157
Airbag and belt tensioners .........106
Airbag deactivation ..............61, 106
Airbag label................................... 56
Airbag system .............................. 56
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 159
Air conditioning system .............. 148
Air intake .................................... 158
Air vents...................................... 157
All-wheel drive ........................... 178
Antilock brake system ................ 178
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....108
Anti-theft alarm system ................32
Anti-theft locking system .............. 32
Appearance care ........................279
Armrest ................................... 51, 53
Armrest storage ........................... 72
Ashtrays ....................................... 95 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38
Automatic dimming ......................37
Automatic light control ...............135
Automatic locking ........................25Automatic transmission .............173
Autostop ..................................... 165
Auxiliary heater ........................... 157
B Baselevel display ........................112
Battery discharge protection ......146
Battery voltage ........................... 124
Belts.............................................. 54 BlueInjection ............................... 170
Bonnet ....................................... 239
Brake and clutch fluid .................283
Brake and clutch system ...........107
Brake assist ............................... 180
Brake fluid .................................. 242
Brakes ............................... 178, 242
Breakdown.................................. 277
Bulb replacement ....................... 245
C Capacities .................................. 299
Cargo management system ........79
Catalytic converter .....................169
Central locking system ................21
Centre console lighting ..............145
Centre console storage ...............72
Changing tyre and wheel size ...266
Charging system ........................ 107
Child locks ................................... 26
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 65

317Child restraints.............................. 62
Child restraint systems ................62
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock............................................. 91
Collision damage repair ..............310
Control indicators........................ 105
Control of the vehicle .................161
Controls ........................................ 87
Convex shape .............................. 35
Coolant and antifreeze ...............283
Cruise control ....................111, 186
Cupholders .................................. 71
Curtain airbag system .................. 60
Curve lighting.............................. 138
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............138
Declaration of conformity ............306
DEF ............................................ 170
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................170
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......244
Diesel particle filter ....................168
Door open .................................. 111
Doors ............................................ 27
Driver assistance systems ..........186
Driver Information Centre ...........112
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 234
Driving hints ................................ 161E
Electric adjustment ......................35
Electrical system......................... 255
Electric parking brake .........107, 179
Electric parking brake fault .........107
Electronic climate control system 151
Electronic key system ...................19
Electronic Stability Control.......... 182
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........108
Electronic Stability Control off..... 108
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......238
Engine compartment fuse box ...256
Engine coolant ........................... 241
Engine coolant temperature ......109
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 104
Engine data ............................... 291
Engine exhaust .......................... 168
Engine identification ...................287
Engine oil ................... 240, 283, 288
Engine oil pressure ....................109
Entry lighting .............................. 145
Event data recorders ..................313
Exit lighting ................................ 145
Exterior care .............................. 279
Exterior light ............................... 110
Exterior lighting ....................12, 134
Exterior mirrors ............................. 35F
First aid kit ................................... 82
Fixed air vents ........................... 158
Fog light ..................................... 110
Fog lights ................................... 247
Folding mirrors ............................. 36
Following distance ......................108
Following distance indication ......200
Forward collision alert................. 197
Front airbag system .....................59
Front fog lights ........................... 142
Front pedestrian protection ........204
Front seats.................................... 45
Front storage ................................ 72
Fuel............................................. 230
Fuel for diesel engines ..............231
Fuel for petrol engines ...............230
Fuel gauge ................................. 103
Funnel......................................... 231
Fuses ......................................... 255
G Gauges ....................................... 101
Gear shifting ............................... 108
General information ...................233
Glovebox ..................................... 71
H Halogen headlights ....................245
Hand brake ................................. 178
Hazard warning flashers ............141