towing VAUXHALL VIVARO 2015.5 Owner's Manual

118Driving and operatingEngine exhaust9Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Diesel particle filter
The diesel particle filter system filters
harmful soot particles out of the
exhaust gases. The system includes
a self-cleaning function that runs
automatically during driving without
any notification.
The filter is cleaned by periodically
burning off the soot particles at high
temperature. This process takes
place automatically under set driving
conditions. Autostop is not available
and fuel consumption may be higher
during this period. The emission of
smells and smoke during this process is normal.
Under certain driving conditions, e.g.
short distances, the system cannot
clean itself automatically.
If cleaning of the filter is required and
if previous driving conditions did not
enable automatic cleaning, it will be
indicated by the illumination of control
indicators F 3 84 and Z 3 84 in the
instrument cluster. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.Caution
If the cleaning process is
interrupted, there is a risk of
provoking severe engine damage.
Cleaning takes place quickest at high engine speeds and loads.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on page 3 132, 3 180 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt fuel will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.

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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In the case of trailer loads of
1200 kg or more, the vertical coupling load should not be less than 50 kg.
Rear axle load
When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded (including all occupants), the permissible rear
axle load (see identification plate or
vehicle documents) must not be
exceeded.
Trailer stability assist If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking
ceases. While the system is working, keep steering wheel as still as
possible.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) is a
function of the Electronic Stability
Program 3 123.

136Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................136
Vehicle checks ........................... 137
Bulb replacement .......................145
Electrical system ........................150
Vehicle tools .............................. 155
Wheels and tyres .......................156
Jump starting ............................. 167
Towing ....................................... 168
Appearance care .......................170General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
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.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
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 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 vehicle in a dry, well ventilated
place. Engage first or reverse gear.
Prevent the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply the parking brake.

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No.Circuit39Warning chimes40Load compartment power outlet41Driver power window42Rear power outlet43Starting, body control module44Heated seats45Heating, air conditioning46Windscreen wiper47TachographVehicle toolsTools
The jack, wheel wrench, wheel bolt
sleeve, torx key, adapters, wheel
cover hook, towing eye are contained
in a unit, stowed under the driver's
seat.
Slide seat forwards and fold the
backrest forwards 3 43 to access the
tool box. The tool box may be secured
in position with a wing nut.
Wheel changing 3 164, Spare wheel
3 165.
Vehicles with tyre repair kit: The
wheel cover hook and torx key are
stored within the tyre repair kit case,
stowed under the driver's seat.
Tyre repair kit 3 161.

168Vehicle care
Lead connection order:1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal (1) of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal (2) of
the discharged battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal (3) of the
booster battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point
(4), such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as
far away from the discharged
vehicle battery as possible,
however at least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
1 minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.
4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle The towing eye is stowed with thevehicle tools 3 155.
Release cap using a suitable tool.
Screw the towing eye clockwise into
the front towing point and tighten fully
using the wheel wrench.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow rod - to the towing eye, never to the
bumper or front suspension units.

Vehicle care169Caution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Caution
Activate the child locks in the rear
doors if the rear seats are
occupied. Child locks 3 28.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust fumes
from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation system 3 100 and
close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace cap.
Towing another vehicle
The fixed towing eye is located under the rear bumper.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the rear towing eye, never to
the rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
Trailer hitch 3 134.

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Unpainted plastic body parts must notbe treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes
must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot wax
programmes in automatic car washes if the vehicle is equipped with theseparts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror housing cover, must not be polished.
Otherwise these parts would become agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
Windows and windscreen wiper blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody
Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean any leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.

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Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 59
Child restraints.............................. 58
Child restraint systems ................58
Cigarette lighter ........................... 77
Cleaning the vehicle ...................170
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems ...............99
Clock ............................................ 76
Coat hooks ................................... 66
Control indicators.......................... 81
Control of the vehicle .................111
Controls ........................................ 73
Controls in steering wheel ............73
Convex shape .............................. 36
Coolant ....................................... 140
Coolant and antifreeze ...............174
Coolant heater ............................ 104
Cooling (AC) ............................... 100
Cornering light .............................. 95
Cruise control ...................... 87, 124
Cupholders .................................. 66
Curtain airbag system .................. 56
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ............93, 95
Declaration of conformity ............191
Demisting and defrosting ..............15Diesel fuel filter .......................... 144
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......144
Diesel particle filter ....................118
Door locks..................................... 23
Door open .................................... 88
Doors ............................................ 29
Double cab ................................... 67
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........118
Driver assistance systems ..........124
Driver Information Centre .............88
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 134
Driving economically................... 110
Driving hints ................................ 110
E ECO mode .................................. 110
ecoScoring.................................... 90
Electric adjustment ......................36
Electrical system......................... 150
Electronic climate control system 101
Electronic key system ...................21
Electronic Stability Program .....
.................................. 85, 123, 135
Electronic Stability Program off ...86
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......137
Engine air filter............................ 140
Engine air flow indicator .............140
Engine coolant ........................... 140
Engine coolant temperature ........86Engine data ............................... 180
Engine exhaust .......................... 118
Engine identification ...................177
Engine oil ................... 138, 174, 179
Engine oil additives ....................174
Engine oil level ............................ 90
Engine oil pressure ......................86
Engine oil viscosity grades .........174
Enhanced Traction function 122, 123
Entry lighting ................................ 98
Event data recorders ..................191
Exhaust gases ....................118, 168
Exit lighting .................................. 98
Exterior care .............................. 170
Exterior light ................................. 87
Exterior lighting ......................12, 93
Exterior mirrors ............................. 36
F
Fault messages ............................ 89
First aid kit ................................... 70
Fixed air vents ........................... 108
Fog light ....................................... 87
Fog lights .............................. 96, 146
Fog tail light ............................... 149
Folding centre seatback ...............66
Folding front centre passenger seat ........................................... 44
Folding mirrors ............................. 36
Front airbag system .....................55

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