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132Driving and operatingFuel
Fuel for diesel engines Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590. The fuel must have low
sulphur content (max. 10 ppm).
Equivalent standardised fuels with a
biodiesel (= FAME according to
EN14214) content of max. 7% by
volume (like DIN 51628 or equivalent
standards) may be used.
In countries outside the European
Union, use Euro-Diesel fuel with a
sulphur concentration below 50 ppm.Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to
engine powerloss, increased wear
or engine damage and loss of
warranty.
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating
oils, Aquazole and similar diesel-
water emulsions. Diesel fuels must
not be diluted with fuels for petrol
engines.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuels are temperature-dependent. When
temperatures are low, refuel with
diesel fuel with guaranteed winter
properties.
Diesel fuel filter 3 144, diesel fuel
system bleeding 3 144.
Refuelling9 Danger
Before refuelling, switch off engine
and any external heaters with
combustion chambers.
Vehicles with stop-start system:
The engine must be switched off
and the ignition key removed, to avoid risk of engine being
restarted automatically by the
system.
Switch off any mobile phones.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station
when refuelling.
9 Danger
Fuel is flammable and explosive.
No smoking. No naked flames or
sparks.
If you can smell fuel in your
vehicle, have the cause of this
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Caution
In case of misfuelling, do not
switch on ignition.
Notice
To ensure the fuel level is displayed
correctly, the ignition must be
switched off before refuelling. Avoid
minor fuel top-ups (e.g. less than
5 litres) to ensure accurate readings.
The fuel filler flap is located on the left-
hand side of the vehicle.
The fuel filler flap can only be opened
if the vehicle is unlocked and the left-
hand door is opened.
Pull flap to open.
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134Driving and operatingTrailer hitch
General information
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment. Only use
towing equipment that has been
approved for your vehicle.
Driving characteristics and
towing tips In the case of trailers with brakes,
attach the breakaway stopping cable.
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce snaking movements. For trailers with
low driving stability the use of a
stabiliser is recommended.
A maximum speed of 50 mph must
not be exceeded, even in countries
where higher speeds are permitted.If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 190.
Trailer towing Trailer loads
The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %.
The permitted trailer load applies up
to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sealevel. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10 %
for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8 %, e.g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate
3 177.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load is specified on the
towing equipment identification plate
and in the vehicle documents. Always aim for the maximum load, especially
in the case of heavy trailers. The
vertical coupling load should never
fall below 25 kg.
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138Vehicle careBonnetOpening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Move the safety catch (located
slightly right of centre) sideways to
the left and open the bonnet.
The bonnet is held open
automatically.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Stop-start system 3 115.
Closing Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the
latch from a low height (approx.
30 cm). Check that the bonnet is
engaged.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually
on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of oil is used. Recommended fluids
and lubricants 3 174.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 10 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.Caution
It is the owner's responsibility to
maintain the proper level of an
appropriate quality oil in the
engine.
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142Vehicle careBrakesA squealing noise indicates that the
brake lining is at its minimum
thickness. 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 MINI and MAXI marks.
When topping up, ensure maximum cleanliness as contamination of the
brake fluid can lead to brake system
malfunctions. Have the cause of the
loss of brake fluid remedied by a
workshop.
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for your vehicle.
Brake fluid 3 174.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle is equipped with a lead
acid battery. Vehicles with stop-start
system will be equipped with an
AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery
which is not a lead acid 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.
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Vehicle care143
Laying up the vehicle for more than
4 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.
Replacing the vehicle battery
In vehicles with stop-start system, be
sure to have the AGM (Absorptive
Glass Mat) battery replaced with
another AGM battery.An AGM battery can be identified by
the label on the battery. We
recommend the use of an original
Vauxhall battery.
Notice
Using an AGM vehicle battery
different from the original Vauxhall
vehicle battery may result in a lower performance of the stop-start
system.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 115.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed
14.6 volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the vehicle
battery might be damaged.
9 Danger
Ensure adequate ventilation when
charging the battery. There is a
risk of explosion if gases
generated during charging are
allowed to accumulate!
Jump starting 3 167.
Warning label
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144Vehicle care
Meaning of symbols:■ No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
■ Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
■ Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
■ The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn injuries.
■ See the Owner's Manual for further
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.Diesel fuel filter
Drain diesel fuel filter of residual
water at every engine oil change.
Place a container underneath the
filter housing. Loosen the knurled
screw on the lower part of the filter by approx. one turn, to drain off the
water.
The filter is drained as soon as water-
free diesel fuel emerges. Retighten
the screw.
Check diesel fuel filter at shorter
intervals if the vehicle is subjected to
extreme operating conditions.
Diesel fuel system
bleeding
If the fuel tank has been run dry, it will
be necessary to air vent or bleed the
diesel fuel system.
Refuel then proceed as follows:
With ignition key ■ Switch on the ignition (key to position M) for 5 seconds at a time.
■ Switch off ignition (key to position A) for 3 seconds.
■ Repeat this process multiple times.
■ Start the engine (key to position D)
then switch off (key to position St).
Ignition switch positions 3 112.
With power button ■ Insert the electronic key in the card
reader.
■ Press the Start/Stop button without
pressing any of the pedals.
■ Wait a few minutes before starting engine.
Power button 3 112.
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194IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 136
Adaptive forward lighting .............95
Adjustable air vents ...................108
AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery ..................................... 142
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........83
Airbag deactivation ................56, 83
Airbag label................................... 51
Airbag system .............................. 51
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 109
Air conditioning system .............. 100
Air intake .................................... 109
Air recirculation ...................100, 168
Air vents...................................... 108
Alert .............................................. 89
Antifreeze ................................... 140
Antilock brake system ................ 120
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......85
Anti-theft alarm system ................33
Anti-theft bolts............................. 164
Anti-theft locking system .............. 32
Anti-theft security lock ..................23
Appearance care ........................170
Armrest ........................................ 45
Ashtrays ....................................... 78
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38Automatic fuel cut-off ..................115
Automatic light control .................93
Automatic locking ........................28
Autostop ............................... 87, 114
Auxiliary heater ........................... 104
B Battery ........................................ 142
Battery, jump starting.................. 167
Belts.............................................. 48
Bench seat.................................... 67
Bonnet ....................................... 138
Bottle holders................................ 66
Brake and clutch fluid .................174
Brake assist ............................... 121
Brake fluid .................................. 142 Brakes ............................... 120, 142
Brake system ............................... 85
Breakdown.................................. 168
Bulb replacement ....................... 145
C Capacities .................................. 189
Car Pass ...................................... 19
Catalytic converter .....................118
Central locking system ................23
Centre high-mounted brake light 148
Changing tyre and wheel size ...160
Charging system .......................... 84
Child locks ................................... 28
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198
Steering wheel controls ...............73
Stop engine .................................. 84
Stop-start system.................. 17, 115
Storage ......................................... 65
Storage box .................................. 67
Storage compartments .................65
Sun visors .................................... 40
Symbols ......................................... 4
T Tachograph .................................. 92
Tachometer ................................. 79
Tailgate ......................................... 31
Tail lights ................................... 147
Technical data ............................ 180
Three-point seat belt .................... 49
Tools .......................................... 155
Top-tether fastening eyes ............64
Torx key ...................................... 155
Tow bar....................................... 134
Towing ................................ 134, 168
Towing another vehicle .............169
Towing a trailer ........................... 134
Towing eye ......................... 155, 168
Towing the vehicle .....................168
Traction Control system ............. 122
Trailer coupling ........................... 134
Trailer stability assist .................135
Trailer towing ............................. 134
Transmission ............................... 16Tread depth ............................... 159
Trip computer .............................. 90
Trip odometer .............................. 79
Turbo engine warm-up ...............114
Turn and lane-change signals .....95
Turn signal ................................... 83
Tyre chains ................................ 160
Tyre changing ............................. 164
Tyre designations ......................156
Tyre pressure ............................ 156
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 86, 157
Tyre pressures ........................... 190
Tyre repair kit ............................. 161
Tyres .......................................... 156
Tyres and wheel size, changing. 160
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 128
Underseat storage .......................67
Upholstery .................................. 171
Upshift .......................................... 85
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 142
Vehicle checks............................ 137
Vehicle data ................................ 179
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 191Vehicle dimensions .................... 184
Vehicle Identification Number ....176
Vehicle jack ................................ 155
Vehicle messages .......................89
Vehicle security ............................ 32
Vehicle shutdown ......................115
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 136
Vehicle tools ....................... 155, 168
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 181
Ventilation ..................................... 99
W
Warning chimes ........................... 89
Warning lights ............................... 78
Warning messages .......................89
Warning triangle .......................... 70
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 141
Washing the vehicle ...................170
Welcome lighting .......................... 98
Wheel changing .........................164
Wheel cover hook .......................155
Wheel covers ............................. 160
Wheels and tyres .......................156
Wheel wrench ............................. 155
Wide view mirror ........................... 37
Windows ....................................... 38
Windscreen................................... 38