engine coolant VAUXHALL VIVA 2018.5 User Guide

Vehicle care137
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out. If the oil exceeds the maximum level, do
not start the vehicle and contact a
workshop.
Capacities 3 183.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 173.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
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

138Vehicle carethe 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 3 173.
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.
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 3 173.
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.

174Service and maintenanceSelect the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 177.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade
depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 177.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -36 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -50 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Washer fluid Use 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.

195Cupholders .................................. 51
Curtain airbag system .................. 44
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights .................93
Declaration of conformity ............185
Door open .................................... 76
Doors ............................................ 24
Driver assistance systems ..........122
Driver Information Centre .............76
Driving hints ................................ 106
E Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical system......................... 147
Electronic climate control system 101
Electronic driving programmes ..116
Electronic Stability Control.......... 120
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............73
Electronic Stability Control off....... 73
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......134
Engine compartment fuse box ...148
Engine coolant ........................... 137
Engine coolant temperature ........74
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 66
Engine data ............................... 180
Engine exhaust .......................... 113
Engine identification ...................176Engine oil ................... 136, 173, 177
Engine oil pressure ......................74
Event data recorders ..................190
Exit lighting .................................. 96
Exterior care .............................. 168
Exterior light ................................. 75
Exterior lighting ......................12, 92
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27
F Fault ........................................... 116
First aid ......................................... 56
First aid kit ................................... 56
Fixed air vents ........................... 105
Fog light ....................................... 75
Fog lights ................................... 143
Folding mirrors ............................. 27
Front airbag system .....................42
Front doors ................................... 23
Front fog lights ............................. 94
Front seats.................................... 34
Front turn lights .......................... 143
Fuel............................................. 127
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......129
Fuel for petrol engines ...............127
Fuel gauge ................................... 64 Fuel selector ................................ 65
Fuses ......................................... 147G
Gauges ......................................... 63
Gear shifting ................................. 73
Glovebox ..................................... 51
H Halogen headlights ....................141
Hand brake ......................... 117, 118
Hazard warning flashers ..............93
Headlight flash ............................. 92
Headlight range adjustment ........93
Headlights..................................... 92 Headlights when driving abroad ..93
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 33
Heated mirrors ............................. 27
Heated rear window ..................... 30
Heated steering wheel .................59
Heating ........................................ 36
Heating and ventilation system ...98
High beam ............................. 75, 92
Hill start assist ........................... 118
Horn ....................................... 13, 60
I
Identification plate .....................176
Ignition switch positions .............107
Immobiliser ............................ 26, 75
Indicators ...................................... 63
Info Display ................................... 81
Information displays...................... 76