transmission fluid VAUXHALL MERIVA 2016.5 Owner's Manual

16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, press the
release button 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.
Manual transmission 3 148.
Automatic transmissionP:parkR:reverseN:neutralD:drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<:higher gear]:lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 145.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 196, 3 234.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 173.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 29, 3 36,
3 45.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.

Instruments and controls107No.Vehicle message174Low vehicle battery258Park assist off
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Display or
Uplevel-Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
● fluid levels
● anti-theft alarm system
● brakes
● drive systems
● ride control systems
● cruise control
● object detection systems
● lighting, bulb replacement
● wiper/washer system
● doors, windows
● radio remote control
● seat belts
● airbag systems
● engine and transmission
● tyre pressure
● diesel particle filter
Vehicle messages on the
Colour-Info-Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. Some messages only pop- up for a few seconds.Warning chimes
Only one warning chime will sound at
a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
When starting the engine or whilst
driving
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting-off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If a programmed speed is exceeded.
● If a warning message or a warning code appears in the
Driver Information Centre.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If reverse gear is engaged and the rear end carrier is extended.

212Vehicle 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 vehicle battery explosion or
damage to the electrical systems
of both vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the vehicle
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 vehicle battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged
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
battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the 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 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.

244IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 171
Active head restraints ..................35
Adaptive brake light ....................149
Adaptive forward lighting ....99,
122, 181
Adjustable air vents ...................135
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........94
Airbag deactivation ................52, 94
Airbag label................................... 48 Airbag system .............................. 48
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 136
Air conditioning system .............. 129
Air intake .................................... 136
Air vents...................................... 135
Alert ............................................ 107
Antifreeze ................................... 174
Antilock brake system ................ 149
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......96
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Anti-theft locking system .............. 27 Appearance care ........................215
Armrest ................................... 39, 42
Armrest storage ........................... 62
Ashtrays ....................................... 87 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............120
Automatic locking ..................24, 99Automatic transmission .............145
Autostop ..................................... 141
Auxiliary heater .......................... 135
B Battery discharge protection ......127
Battery voltage ........................... 108 Belts.............................................. 44
Bicycle rack .................................. 63
Bonnet ....................................... 172
Brake and clutch fluid .................220
Brake and clutch system .............95
Brake assist ............................... 151
Brake fluid .................................. 175
Brakes ............................... 149, 175
Breakdown.................................. 213
Bulb replacement ....................... 179
C Capacities .................................. 233
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................145
Central locking system ................22
Centre console lighting ..............126
Changing tyre and wheel size ...200
Charging system .......................... 95
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 56
Child restraints.............................. 54
Child restraint systems ................54

248Top-tether fastening eyes ............59
Tow bar....................................... 165
Towing ................................ 165, 213
Towing another vehicle .............214
Towing a trailer ........................... 166
Towing equipment .....................167
Towing the vehicle .....................213
Traction Control system ............. 152
Traction Control system off .......... 97
Trailer coupling ........................... 165
Trailer towing ............................. 166
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................145
Tread depth ............................... 200
Trip computer ............................ 108
Trip odometer .............................. 88
Tunnel detection .........................120
Turn and lane-change signals ...123
Turn signal ................................... 93
Tyre chains ................................ 201
Tyre designations ......................195
Tyre pressure ............................ 196
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 97, 197
Tyre pressures ........................... 234
Tyre repair kit ............................. 201
Tyres and wheel size, changing. 200U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 96, 155
Underseat storage .......................62
Upholstery .................................. 217
Uplevel-Combi-Display ...............100
Uplevel-Display........................... 100
Upshift .......................................... 96
Using this manual ..........................3
V
Variable effort steering .................96
Vehicle battery ........................... 176
Vehicle battery, jump starting .....212
Vehicle checks............................ 172
Vehicle data ................................ 224
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 241
Vehicle dimensions .................... 232
Vehicle Identification Number ....222
Vehicle jack ................................ 194
Vehicle messages .....................105
Vehicle personalisation .............111
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 171
Vehicle tools ............................... 194
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 231
Ventilation ................................... 128W
Warning chimes .........................107
Warning lights ............................... 88
Warning triangle .......................... 77
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 175
Welcome lighting ........................126
Wheel changing .........................206
Wheel covers ............................. 201
Wheels and tyres .......................195
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30 Windscreen wiper/washer ...........82
Winter tyres ............................... 195
Wiper blade replacement ..........178