washer fluid VAUXHALL VIVA 2018.5 Owner's Manual
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14In briefWindscreen washer
Pull lever.
Windscreen washer system 3 60.
Washer fluid 3 138.
Wiper blade replacement 3 140.
Rear window wiper
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper switch:continuous
operationlower switch:intermittent
operationmiddle position:offRear window washer
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Rear window wiper and washer
3 61.
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60Instruments and controlsThe grip areas of the steering wheel
are heated quicker and to a higher
temperature than the other areas.
Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 109.
Horn
Press j.
Windscreen wiper and
washer
Windscreen wiperHI:fastLO:slowE:interval wipingOFF:off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 2.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Washer fluid 3 138
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Instruments and controls61Rear window wiper and
washer
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper position:continuous
operationlower position:intermittent
operationmiddle position:off
Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the rear window and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info Display.
Washer fluid 3 138.
Vehicle personalisation 3 85.
Outside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.9 Warning
The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above 0
°C.
Clock
Date and time are shown in the
Info Display.
Info Display 3 81.
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84Instruments and controlsNo.Vehicle message77Service lane departure warning79Top up engine oil81Service transmission / trans‐
mission malfunction
Manual transmission auto‐
mated 3 11582Change engine oil soon84Engine power reduced89Service vehicle soon90Service brake assist95Service airbag145Check washer fluid level151Press clutch to start174Low vehicle battery258Parking assist offVehicle messages on
Colour Info Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour Info Display. Some messages only pop-up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
If several warnings appear at the
same time, only one warning chime
will sound.
When starting the engine or whilst driving
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● 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 appears in the Driver Information Centre orInfo Display.● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If unintended lane change occurs.
● If a fault in the automatic locking system is detected.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, the warning code 174 will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe drive, e.g.
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Vehicle care133Vehicle careGeneral Information...................133
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 133
Vehicle storage ........................134
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....134
Vehicle checks ........................... 135
Performing work ......................135
Bonnet ..................................... 135
Engine oil ................................. 136
Engine coolant ......................... 137
Washer fluid ............................ 138
Brakes ..................................... 138
Brake fluid ............................... 138
Vehicle battery ......................... 138
Wiper blade replacement ........140
Bulb replacement .......................141
Halogen headlights ..................141
Fog lights ................................. 143
Front turn lights .......................143
Tail lights ................................. 144
Side turn lights ......................... 145
Centre high-mounted brake light ......................................... 145
Number plate light ...................146Interior lights ............................ 146
Instrument panel illumination ...146
Electrical system ........................147
Fuses ....................................... 147
Engine compartment fuse box . 148
Instrument panel fuse box .......150
Vehicle tools .............................. 151
Tools ........................................ 151
Wheels and tyres .......................152
Winter tyres ............................. 152
Tyre designations ....................152
Tyre pressure .......................... 153
Tyre pressure monitoring
system .................................... 154
Tread depth ............................. 157
Changing tyre and wheel size . 157 Wheel covers ........................... 158
Tyre chains .............................. 158
Tyre repair kit .......................... 158
Wheel changing .......................161
Spare wheel ............................ 164
Jump starting ............................. 166
Towing ....................................... 167
Towing the vehicle ...................167
Appearance care .......................168
Exterior care ............................ 168
Interior care ............................. 170General Information
Accessories and vehiclemodifications
We recommend the use of genuine
parts and accessories and factory approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Any modification, conversion or other changes made to standard vehicle
specifications (including, without
limitation, software modifications,
modifications of the electronic control
units) may invalidate the warranty
offered by Vauxhall. Furthermore,
such changes may affect driver
assistance systems, fuel
consumption, CO 2 emissions and
other emissions of the vehicle. They may also invalidate the vehicle
operating permit.
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134Vehicle careCaution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might 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. 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.
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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.
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Vehicle care141Bulb replacement
Switch off the ignition and switch off
the relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do
not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Replace headlight bulbs from within
the engine compartment.
Bulb check After a bulb replacement switch on
the ignition, operate and check the
lights.Halogen headlights
Low beam and high beam
1. On left vehicle side: rotate and pull
out the filling pipe of the
windscreen washer fluid
container.
2. Remove fuse box cover (left side of the vehicle only).
3. Press both clips together anddetach plug connector from bulb.
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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.
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196Instrument cluster ........................63
Instrument panel fuse box .........150
Instrument panel illumination .....146
Instrument panel illumination control ...................................... 95
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 170
Interior lighting .............................. 95
Interior lights ........................ 96, 146
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 166
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane departure warning .......73, 126
Light switch .................................. 92
Load compartment ................24, 52
Load compartment cover .............54
Loading information .....................57
Low fuel ....................................... 75
LPG ...................................... 65, 129M
Malfunction indicator light ............72
Manual adjustment ......................27
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 116
Manual transmission .................. 113
Manual transmission automated 114
Manual windows ..........................29
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors ......................................... 27
Misted light covers .......................95
N New vehicle running-in ..............107
Number plate light .....................146
O Object detection systems ...........125
Odometer ..................................... 64
Oil, engine .......................... 173, 177
OnStar .......................................... 87
Operate pedal ............................... 72
Outside temperature ....................61
Overrun cut-off ........................... 109
P Parking ................................ 18, 112
Parking assist ............................ 125
Parking brake ............................ 118
Parking lights ............................... 95Performance .............................. 181
Performing work ........................135
Power outlets ............................... 63
Power steering.............................. 73
Power windows ............................ 29
Puncture ..................................... 161
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 193
Radio remote control ...................20
REACH ....................................... 188
Reading lights .............................. 96
Rear doors ................................... 24
Rear floor storage cover ..............55
Rear fog light ......................... 75, 94
Rear window wiper and washer ..61
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 173, 177
Reduced engine power ................75
Refuelling ................................... 129 Registered trademarks ...............189
Retained power off .....................108
Reversing lights ........................... 95
Ride control systems ..................119
Roof .............................................. 31
Roof load ...................................... 57
Roof rack ..................................... 56