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OPEL GT

Operation, Safety, Maintenance

Summary of Contents for 1973 GT

Page 1: ...OPEL GT Operation Safety Maintenance...

Page 2: ...This information is available under the section Technical data as well as on the identification plate Fuel Designation Engine oil Grade Viscosity Tyre pressure Tyre size with full load Summer tyres F...

Page 3: ...on will give you an initial overview z The table of contents at the beginning of the Ow ner s Manual and within the individual chapters will show you where everything is z Its index will help you find...

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Page 5: ...cks doors windows 21 Seats interior 37 Instruments controls 55 Lighting 73 Infotainment system 78 Climate control 102 Driving and operation 110 Self help vehicle care 130 Service maintenance 165 Techn...

Page 6: ...s see page 21 Electronic immobiliser see page 21 Remote control see page 22 Central locking system see page 24 To open luggage compartment Press and hold button s on remote control lift luggage compar...

Page 7: ...g seat backrests Turn handwheel Move seat backrest to suit seating position Do not lean on seat when adjusting the seat backrest 6 Seats see page 37 Seat position see page 38 Adjusting driver s seat h...

Page 8: ...point seat belts see page 40 Opel Full Size airbag system see page 45 Adjusting electrical exterior mirrors Four way switch in driver s door Move switch below four way switch to left or right from ce...

Page 9: ...ing the vehicle see page 17 Electronic immobiliser see page 21 Steering wheel adjustment Swivel lever down adjust height swivel lever up engage Do not adjust steering w heel unless vehicle is stationa...

Page 10: ...10 In brief s0013844 tif...

Page 11: ...0 Windscreen wipers windscreen washer system 15 71 72 11 Centre air vents 102 12 Hazard w arning 14 75 13 Climate control 102 14 Infotainment system3 78 15 Passenger s airbag 45 16 Glove compartment 5...

Page 12: ...gine oil pressure see page 57 W Coolant temperature see page 57 v Airbag systems belt tensioners see pages 41 45 57 X Driver s seat belt see pages 39 43 57 p Alternator see page 58 v Electronic Stabil...

Page 13: ...utton 6 Front fog lamps see page 75 Fog tail lamp see page 75 Headlamp flash high and low beam 6 High beam headlamp flash see page 74 9 High or low beam 8 Parking lamps AUTO Auto light control X Auto...

Page 14: ...e 74 Hazard warning lamps 6 Hazard warning lamps see page 75 Activate horn Press j on steering wheel 6 Opel Full Size airbag system see page 45 Remote control on steering w heel see page 79 Right Move...

Page 15: ...the same time the wipers are operated for four cycles 6 Windscreen washer system see page 72 Further information see pages 163 158 Heated rear window The control indicator in the button illuminates wh...

Page 16: ...l and depress again then repeat gear selection Before starting off check z Tyre pressures and tyre condition see pages 125 180 z Engine oil level and fluid levels in engine compartment see pages 152 t...

Page 17: ...ion to start the engine Start attempts should not last longer than 15 seconds If engine does not start wait 10 seconds before repeating procedure To switch on ignition only turn the key to I 6 Electro...

Page 18: ...hicle is on a dow nhill incline engage reverse gear before switching off the ignition Also turn the front wheels towards the kerb z Turn steering wheel until lock is felt to engage anti theft protecti...

Page 19: ...nment system 3 and the driver information centre can be operated with the buttons on the steering wheel 6 Driver information centre see page 59 Remote control on steering wheel see page 79 Infotainmen...

Page 20: ...ETITIVE MODE appears in the driver information centre and control indicator v illuminates in the instrument panel Competitive mode allows the driver full control of the rear wheels The traction contro...

Page 21: ...l Service Partner Electronic immobiliser The system checks whether the vehicle is allowed to be started using the key that has been inserted If the key is recognised as authorised the vehicle can be s...

Page 22: ...trol Used to operate z Central locking system z Luggage compartment release z Vehicle locator and panic alarm The remote control has a range of approx 3 metres This range can be affected by outside in...

Page 23: ...rces To eliminate the cause of the fault consult a w orkshop Open driver s door with key see page 26 Remote control battery replacement Replace the battery in accordance with the chapter Service M ain...

Page 24: ...rough the driver information centre personalisation mode z Hazard warning lamps flash once z Horn activates once If button e is pressed again after the doors are locked the horn activates once andthe...

Page 25: ...must also be in the ignition Automatic locking The central locking system automatically locks the doors as soon as a speed of approx 8 km h 5 mph is reached Fault In the event of a fault e g automati...

Page 26: ...l go Turn key back to a vertical position and remove Both doors w ill be unlocked To lock Turn key in driver s door lock towards rear of vehicle as far as it will go Turn key back to a vertical positi...

Page 27: ...oft top see page 31 Lift luggage compartment lidtowards rear of vehicle to open fully To open from within luggage compartment Pull emergency luggage compartment release handle Push luggage compartment...

Page 28: ...he vehicle is parked in a car park press and release button U the horn will sound three times and the hazard warning lamps and courtesy lamps will flash three times To activate the panic alarm press a...

Page 29: ...t of their normal mounting position if they are bumped w ith sufficient force Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing Interior mirror To adjust swivel the mirror housin...

Page 30: ...down fully Pull the switch to stop the movement In the event of difficulty due to frost or the like press the relevant window sw itch several times until the window is closed The passenger s window i...

Page 31: ...gear switch off ignition and apply hand brake Place no objects in the area within the luggage compartment in which the soft top is to be stored Ensure that soft top canopy is dry before low ering sof...

Page 32: ...nd rotating it anti clockwise The retaining hook will unhook To avoid damaging the soft top or the roof mechanism the lever must remain in the open position during the lowering procedure From the side...

Page 33: ...vehicle stationary With vehicle parked on a level surface engage first or reverse gear switch off ignition apply hand brake and open the window s Open the luggage compartment see page 26 From the sid...

Page 34: ...y aligned within its aperture before attempting to engage the locking lever Engage the locking lever by rotating it clockwise and pushing it up The retaining hook will hook into position The lever mus...

Page 35: ...soft top downwards Press the buttresses into the corresponding apertures on either side of the vehicle with a swift firm motion ensuring they are latched correctly into the top of the luggage compart...

Page 36: ...rs windows Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down to protect against glare The driver s sun visor includes a mirror Slide cover to the right to use the mirror The mirror cover should be closed w...

Page 37: ...of seat without leaning on seat backrest Move seat backrest to suit seating position Seats 37 Three stage restraint system 39 Three point seat belts 40 Belt tensioners 41 Using the belts 42 Child res...

Page 38: ...with the driver s arms slightly bent Push passenger s seat as far back as possible Head restraints The head restraints are an integral part of the seat backrest and are designed to provide protection...

Page 39: ...thus ensure that the vehicle occupants are retained in their seats z The seat belts are pulled down at the belt buckles This makes the belts fit snugly the occupants are decelerated together with the...

Page 40: ...a time They are not suitable for persons younger than 12 years of age or smaller than 150 cm Belt force limiters Belt force limiters on the seats reduce the stress on the body due to controlledreleas...

Page 41: ...is monitoredelectronically together with seat occupancy recognition and the airbag systems and is indicated by control indicator v When the ignition is switched on the control indicator flashes for a...

Page 42: ...sioners are for single use only w hich is indicated by continuous illumination of control indicator v Have deployed belt tensioners replaced by a workshop z Applicable safety directives must always be...

Page 43: ...lt see page 42 Control indicator goes out immediately Control indicator X for driver s seat belt see page 57 Passenger s seat belt warning device k Control indicator k illuminates in the centre consol...

Page 44: ...porting children use a child restraint system that is suitable for the child s weight z The covers of the child restraint system can be wiped clean z Do not stick anything on the child restraint syste...

Page 45: ...ctivates the airbag on the passenger s side if the passenger s seat is unoccupied see page 48 Examples of events triggering the airbag system z Impact against a non yielding obstacle the airbags are t...

Page 46: ...z collisions involving a side or rear impact where it would not be of benefit to the occupants 9 Warning The airbag system provides optimum protection when the seat and backrest are correctly adjusted...

Page 47: ...re is a fault in the airbag systems the seat occupancy recognition or the belt tensioners see also pages 41 48 The systems may fail to deploy in the event of an accident Deployment of the airbags is i...

Page 48: ...d immediately by a workshop Belt tensioners see page 41 Airbag systems see page 45 Control indicator W illuminates continuously as soon as the system has detected that the passenger s seat is not occu...

Page 49: ...ent panel or cover either of these areas w ith other materials z Use only a dry cloth or Interior Upholstery Cleaner to clean the steering wheel and instrument panel Do not use any aggressive cleaning...

Page 50: ...ns weighing less than 35 kg should only travelin a vehicle suitable for fitting a child restraint system The use of child restraint systems in your vehicle is not recommended z Do not place any heavy...

Page 51: ...movement of the driver Do not place any unsecured objects in the interior z Do not drive with luggage compartment open when transporting bulky objects for example to avoid causing damage to the vehicl...

Page 52: ...ase lever and fold seat forward to access the net pockets Backrest pockets Located on the rear side of the backrests on both seats Lift backrest release lever and fold seat forward to access the backr...

Page 53: ...ray fully in First aid kit 3 warning triangle 3 Your first aid kit and warning triangle can be accommodated in the luggage compartment Power outlets Cigarette lighter Press in cigarette lighter Pops u...

Page 54: ...f electricalaccessories must not exceed 120 watts Do not connect any current delivering accessories e g electrical charging devices or batteries Electrical accessories connected to the socket must com...

Page 55: ...cles The descriptions however apply to all instrument versions The control indicator colours mean u Anti lock Brake System ABS Control indicator illuminates in yellow See page 124 s s s s Luggage comp...

Page 56: ...has started If it illuminates when the engine is running Fault in emission control system The permitted emission limits may be exceeded Consult a workshop If it flashes when the engine is running Faul...

Page 57: ...ge unexpectedly W Coolant temperature Control indicator illuminates in red If it illuminates w hen the engine is running Stop and switch off engine Coolant temperature too high Danger of engine damage...

Page 58: ...ving System switched off or fault in Electronic Stability Program ESP see page 118 Front fog lamps Control indicator illuminates in green Illuminates when the front foglamps are on see page 75 o Elect...

Page 59: ...on centre Displays vehicle information and also check control warning messages when the ignition is on The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the settings made in personalisation m...

Page 60: ...ng data which is continually recorded and evaluated electronically With the ignition on press button S to reach the next menu item Press andhold button T to reset relevant menu items Some information...

Page 61: ...t menu item TRIP A or TRIP B in the information display Both odometers can be used at the same time Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately at any time Fuel range Displays the remaining dis...

Page 62: ...e travelled and the amount of fuel used since the last reset Select menu item ECONin the information display The measurement can be reset at any time Average speed Displays the average vehicle speed i...

Page 63: ...f the engine oil s remaininguseful life as apercentage since the last reset When the system has been reset after an engine oil change the display will show 100 Select menu item OIL LIFEin the informat...

Page 64: ...button S to reach the next menu item Press and hold button T for approx 1 second to scroll through the available settings for each menu item Press button S to select the currently displayed setting a...

Page 65: ...ll information will be displayed in English units e g distance will be shown in miles mi and fuel consumption in miles per gallon M PG When METRIC default is selected all information will be displayed...

Page 66: ...personalisation mode Settings include OFF and ON When OFF is selected the hazard warning lamps w ill not flash when button c e or s is pressed When ON default is pressed the hazard warning lamps will...

Page 67: ...ge 24 Welcome light function This feature actuates the exterior lamps when button c is pressed on the remote control This feature can be enabled or disabled Select menu item EXT LIGHTSin the personali...

Page 68: ...rol ESC is a component part of the Electronic Stability Program ESP improving driving stability Warning messages appear in the driver information centre anda chime may sound when the message is displa...

Page 69: ...D Cruise control has been activated via the buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel Cruise control see page 121 DOOR AJAR One or more of the doors are not closed properly Close driver s...

Page 70: ...hop immediately SERVICE ESC Fault in ESP Control indicator v also illuminates in the instrument panel In slipperyroad conditions the system willnot assist driving stability Adjust your driving accordi...

Page 71: ...protecting the environment see page 112 Windscreen wipers To switch on push lever upwards Switch to next setting up or down gently push lever In case of light rain or mist move lever downwards from p...

Page 72: ...e frequent The w iping frequency selected via the adjustment band remains stored until it is changed again Further information see pages 163 157 Windscreen washer system To operate press button n on e...

Page 73: ...rol w ill switch on automatically when the ignition is switched off and back on again Depending on outside light conditions the headlamps illuminate for approx 20 seconds when the key is removed from...

Page 74: ...r up or dow n After operation the turn signal lever returns to its starting position If lever is moved past resistance point turn signal lamp remains on When steering wheel moves back towards the stra...

Page 75: ...es on when reverse gear is engaged and ignition is switched on Hazard warning lamps To sw itch on push button to sw itch off push button again To aid location of the button the red surface is illumina...

Page 76: ...formation centre is illuminated at its maximum brightness Courtesy lamps Automatically sw itch on when the doors are unlocked with the remote control w hen a door is opened or when the key is removed...

Page 77: ...ally 20 minutes after the ignition is switched off Lamp covers The inside of the lamp covers may mist up briefly in poor wet and cold weather conditions in heavy rain or after washing The mist disappe...

Page 78: ...disc CD player 3 Press or C Setting time date Press 2 FAV View and save favourite stations Press 3 B B B B Display additional text information for RDS stations or MP3 files Press 4 MENU Display menus...

Page 79: ...stment Turn f SEEK w Search button Radio Search forwards CD Skip forw ards g SEEKq Search button Radio Search backwards CD Skip backw ards h BAND Sw itch on radio mode select waveband FM AM i CD slot...

Page 80: ...ns For an overview of the different functions of the Infotainment system see the section Brief overview on page 78 together w ith the relevant illustration which shows all of the display and operating...

Page 81: ...em is switched on the display illuminates and the most recently selected audio source plays at the previous volume setting Volume Turn the X e knob clockw ise to increase the volume or anticlockwise t...

Page 82: ...ition key to ACC or RUN Press the X e knob The Infotainment system switches on Press the C 1 clock button The HR MIN M M DD YYYY hour minute month day and year labels appear on the display Press the a...

Page 83: ...y year or Turn the K 8 tune knob clockwise or anticlockwise The value selected increases or decreases hour minute month day year The date does not display automatically To display the date proceed as...

Page 84: ...the K 8 tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display The BASS MID andTREB labels appear on the display Press the K 8 tune knob continuously to highlight the desired label or Press the...

Page 85: ...n The equalizer labels appear on the display Press the appropriate button 6 located below the label you wish to select The preset equalization settings are applied Press the EQ7 button again to return...

Page 86: ...the volume to the desired level See Volume on page 81 Press the MENU 4 button until the radio set up menu appears The AUTO VOLUM option label appears on the display Press the appropriate button 6 loca...

Page 87: ...ection Press the SEEK wf or SEEKq g button again to stop the seek and scan The current station is displayed The current station plays z The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal wit...

Page 88: ...selected via the appropriate buttons 6 located below the radio station frequency labels that appear on the display Storing favourite radio stations Six favourite stations are available on each of six...

Page 89: ...ages can be begun See Storing favourite radio stations Tuning into a stored radio station To select a stored favourite radio station proceed as follows Press the FAV 2 favourites button until the page...

Page 90: ...es of copy protection known at the time the player is sold However this is not a guarantee that it w ill be able to play back CDs with new variants of the copy protection mechanisms in the future You...

Page 91: ...the CDs label side up part of the way into the CD slot i The device pulls the CDs in automatically z The movement of the CD must not be hindered or aided Press the LOA D 1 button again to cancel loadi...

Page 92: ...or Press the SEEKq g button The current track begins from the start if more than 10 seconds have elapsed z If the SEEK wf or SEEKq g button is pressed continuously or pressed multiple times the playe...

Page 93: ...les Bydefault the system reads and plays only the uncompressed audio files and ignores the MP3 files To switch between uncompressed and compressed files proceed as follow s Press the CAT 9 category bu...

Page 94: ...rrent album begin to play z Once all tracks from that album are played the Infotainment system moves to the next album in alphabetical order on the disc and begins playing MP3 files from that album To...

Page 95: ...of additional text information related to the current MP3 CD can be displayed e g Song Artist and CAT category To display additional text information proceed as follows Press the B B B B 3 information...

Page 96: ...ated on the lower right side of the Entertainment Head Unit EHU This is not an audio output Do not plug headphones into the auxiliary input jack b You can however connect an external audio device such...

Page 97: ...currently Stored station not stored with station name Broadcasting organisation occasionally sends additional information Try tostore it again when the station name appears on the display Poor recepti...

Page 98: ...the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when events such as storms interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble...

Page 99: ...ened with a mild soap solution to clean your Infotainment system Do not attempt to clean the CD player using CD lens cleaners The lens of the CD optics may become contaminated with lubricants from the...

Page 100: ...quality If low bit rates are used to convert the audio data into MP3 smaller files are possible but sound quality is reduced Music navigator To play MP3 files on a disc in order by artist or by album...

Page 101: ...Watts z Installation of the telephone in a suitable spot see information on page 49 Obtain advice on predetermined installation locations for the external antenna and equipment holder and ways of usi...

Page 102: ...witch The air supply can be adjusted to suit requirements by means of the fan Air conditioning system see page 107 Air vents Pleasant ventilation of the interior is controlled by the position of the t...

Page 103: ...on by pressing button Control indicator in button illuminates rear window heating Control indicator does not illuminate rear window heating is switched off Heating works with the engine runningand is...

Page 104: ...urney Right hand rotary switch Air distribution Intermediate settings are possible Open the side air vents when the rotary switch is set to L or M Turn right Warm Turn left Cold 0 Off 4 M aximum air f...

Page 105: ...nt temperature and is thus not fully attained until the engine is warm For rapid warming of the passenger compartment z Set air distribution rotary switch to the desired position preferably position J...

Page 106: ...s z Cooling n on see page 107 z Move air distribution rotary switch to J or V z Turn the temperature rotary switch clockwise as far as it will go warm z Set fan to 3 or 4 z Switch on heated rear windo...

Page 107: ...Control indicator in button If the fan is off the control indicator will flash three times then go out Air conditioning is not available with the fan off Air re circulation system 4 The air re circul...

Page 108: ...in the button Convenience settings z Set cooling n as desired z Air re circulation system 4 off z Set air distribution rotary switch to M or L z Set temperature rotary switch to desired position z Sw...

Page 109: ...he hot air can escape quickly When cooling air conditioning compressor is switched on condensation forms which is expelled fromthe underside of the vehicle At least one air vent must be open w hile co...

Page 110: ...e can still be steered but considerably more force is required Driving in mountainous terrain The cooling fan is electrically operated Its cooling power is therefore independent of the engine speed Si...

Page 111: ...ttle until the operating temperature has been reached Correct gear selection Transmission in neutral and without revving in the lower gears Stop and go traffic and driving at a speed too high for the...

Page 112: ...l Reduce the noise level and exhaust emissions by adopting an environment conscious driving style This is extremely worthwhile and improves the quality of life Fuel consumption depends to a great exte...

Page 113: ...use up to 50 less fuel without losing a great deal of time Tyre pressure z Inadequate tyre pressure leading to higher road resistance costs money in two ways more fuel and increased tyre wear z Regula...

Page 114: ...fuel are extremely important For this reason you must only refuel with high quality fuels containing additives Fuels with ethanol content of greater than 5 do not comply with DIN EN 228 and must not b...

Page 115: ...y insert the pump nozzle and switch it on 2 At automatic switch off the specified tank capacity is reached Leave the filler nozzle in place until the flow stops Place fuel filler cap in position and t...

Page 116: ...fault in the ignition system If necessary driving may be continued for a short time at a low speed and w ith a low engine speed Irregular engine running and lack of power when the Electronic Stability...

Page 117: ...system The permitted emission values may be exceeded Consult a workshop immediately Flashing with the engine running indicates a fault that may damage the catalytic converter You can continue to driv...

Page 118: ...ms Electronic Stability Program ESP Electronic Stability Control ESC Electronic Stability Control ESC is a component part of the Electronic Stability Program ESP ESP improves driving stability w hen n...

Page 119: ...ons The driver information centre show s ESC OFF SERVICE ESC or SERVICE TR ACTION if a system fault occurs See pages 69 70 The driver information centre show s TRACTION OFF and or ESC OFF if the syste...

Page 120: ...s COMPETITIVE MODE See page 69 Adjust your driving accordingly To deactivate Briefly press button R again or switch off the ignition 9 Warning When the traction control aspect of ESP is switched off...

Page 121: ...s may be increased due to the different position of the feet To activate Press button m to turn cruise control on The control indicator in the button will illuminate Accelerate to the desired speed pr...

Page 122: ...ops below approx 30 km h 20 mph or z if the brake pedal is depressed or z if the clutch pedal is depressed or z if the Electronic Stability Program ESP comes into action to improve driving stability a...

Page 123: ...g will be greater Consult a workshop before continuing your journey To ensure the full pedal travel can be utilized especially in case of a fault in one of the brake circuits there must be no unrestra...

Page 124: ...itors the brake system and prevents the wheels from locking independently of the type of road surface and the tyre grip It starts to regulate the braking pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency t...

Page 125: ...shop The system s integrated self diagnostics allows faults to be quickly remedied Wheels tyres See page 179 for suitable tyres and restrictions Factory fitted tyres are matched to the chassis and off...

Page 126: ...s used on steel wheels with beaded edge tyres the following procedure must be followed z Wheeltrims and tyres that are approved for the respective vehicle and comply with all of the relevant wheel and...

Page 127: ...ngles if possible Driving over sharp edges can cause concealed damage to tyres and wheels that only becomes noticeable later Do not trap tyres when parking Check tyres regularly for damage foreign bod...

Page 128: ...yare used only very little or not at all z Never fit used tyres the previous history and use of w hich you do not know z So as not to impair brake cooling use only wheel trims approved for use on your...

Page 129: ...chieve a concentric fit Alw ays use fine linked chains that add no more than 11 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides including chain lock Wheeltrim on steel wheels could come into contact with p...

Page 130: ...rst aid kit 3 warning triangle 3 135 Vehicle tools 135 Puncture 135 Tyre repair kit 136 Electrical system 141 Fuses and the most important circuits they protect 143 Bulb replacement 146 Inspection sys...

Page 131: ...not engaged repeat closing procedure Starting Do not start with quick charger This prevents damage to electronic components Do not start by pushing or towing Because your vehicle is fitted with a cata...

Page 132: ...Wear eye protection and protective clothing when handling a battery z Use auxiliary battery with same voltage 12 volts Its capacity Ah must not be considerably less than that of the discharged batter...

Page 133: ...se The negative jump start terminal is identified by a GND sign on a ground bracket located below the engine beauty cover Connect the leads in the order shown in the illustration 1 Connect one end of...

Page 134: ...ow rod 3 to the towing eye never to the bumper or front suspension units Place the gear shift lever in neutral Switch on the ignition to release the steering column lock and to permit operation of the...

Page 135: ...ment Puncture In order to minimise vehicle weight your vehicle is not fitted with a jack or a spare wheel It is recommended that wheel changing and jacking of the vehicle are only carried out by a wor...

Page 136: ...nt information see page 140 If you have a flat tyre z Park on a level firm and non slippery surface z Sw itch on hazard warning lamps apply hand brake engage reverse gear and switch off engine z Corre...

Page 137: ...part Disconnect the accessory plug 3 Unscrew dust cap from defective tyre and screw sealant filling hose to valve 4 Ensure the compressor on off sw itch is in position O off 5 Open cover of accessory...

Page 138: ...yre is too badly damaged Switch off engine and compressor remove accessory plug and unscrew sealant filling hose before contacting a workshop 11 When the correct tyre pressure has been reached switch...

Page 139: ...nd check tyre pressure using the compressor Unlock air compressor hose from underside of compressor unit bypulling the lever up see illustration Detach the hose from the sealant bottle and pull out th...

Page 140: ...Its sealing capability is not guaranteed after this time The sealant bottle can only be used once Replace used sealant bottle The compressor and sealant can be used from approx 30 C Dispose of used t...

Page 141: ...mpartment fuse box cover Opening the cover see page 144 Before replacing a fuse turn off the respective switch and the ignition A blown fuse can be recognised by its melted wire Do not install a new f...

Page 142: ...A Pink 30 A Green 40 A Red 50 A Yellow 60 A Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side and withdraw fuse Only install fuses of the specified rating Each fuse has its r...

Page 143: ...ull cover from the left hand side to detach from Velcro pads and remove cover Do not store any objects behind the cover Spare fuses fuse extractor see pages 141 142 Some functions are protected by sev...

Page 144: ...io 15 A 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module 10 A 25 Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module 10 A 26 Door locks 15 A 27 Interior lamps 10 A 28 Steering wheel control illumination 2 A Fuse box in...

Page 145: ...15 A 10 11 Luggage compartment 5 A 12 Luggage compartment 25 A 13 14 Electric exterior mirrors 5 A 15 Spare 10 A 16 No Circuit Rating 17 Air conditioning 10 A 18 Data link connector 15 A 19 Spare 20...

Page 146: ...se of bulb Replace cracked or damaged bulbs as dirt can get inside coating the inside of the bulb and reducing light output If the headlamps are damaged the light may not be sufficiently diffused and...

Page 147: ...g connector to bulb socket push bulb socket into headlamp assembly and rotate bulb socket clockwise 6 Replace headlamp protective cover replace 3 screws to hold cover in place and close bonnet High be...

Page 148: ...eadlamp assembly and rotate bulb socket clockwise 6 Close bonnet Front turn signals front fog lamps 1 Open bonnet 2 Reach through aperture between front panelling and bonnet and locate bulb assembly 3...

Page 149: ...t touching the glass 6 Replace bulb socket in bulb assembly and rotate bulb socket clockwise 7 Replace bulb assembly into original position and replace 2 bolts to hold bulb assembly to the vehicle bod...

Page 150: ...p into original position 6 Replace 2 screws to hold license plate lamp to fascia Luggage compartment lamp 1 Open luggage compartment and prise out bulb housing 2 Detach plug connector from bulb housin...

Page 151: ...the system to work properly it must be reset every time the engine oil is changed Seek the assistance of a workshop When the system has calculated that engine oil life has been diminished CHANGE OIL S...

Page 152: ...te on safety To avoid injury from moving parts and cables conducting ignition voltage only carry out engine compartment checks e g checking brake clutch fluid or engine oil level when the ignition is...

Page 153: ...must be checked w ith the vehicle on a level surface and with the engine which must be at operating temperature switched off Wait at least 5 minutes before checking the level to allow the normal engi...

Page 154: ...monitor whenever the engine oil is changed Seek the assistance of a workshop Coolant Duringoperation the system is pressurized The temperature may therefore rise to over 100 C The glycol based coolant...

Page 155: ...with a cold cooling system The coolant level can be read from the outside of the expansion tank When the engine is at operating temperature the coolant level rises It falls again when the system cool...

Page 156: ...kshop Brake and clutch fluid Brake and clutch fluid level The fluid level in the container must be neither higher than the MAX mark nor low er than the M INmark Use of certain brake clutch fluids can...

Page 157: ...eplacement at least once a year If the windscreen is dirty operate the windscreen washer system before switching on the windscreen wipers This will avoid wiper blade wear Do not switch on the windscre...

Page 158: ...ment Capacities see page 182 Fill only with clean water to prevent the nozzles from clogging To improve cleaning efficiency w e recommend that you add a little Opel Cleaning Solvent and Antifreeze The...

Page 159: ...ults in electronic components in the electrical system never connect or disconnect battery w ith the engine running or the ignition sw itched on Never start engine w ith battery disconnected e g when...

Page 160: ...windscreen w asher system z Increase tyre pressures to value specified for full load see page 180 Vehicle storage z Park vehicle in a dry well ventilated place Engage first or reverse gear Use chocks...

Page 161: ...ct Remover z Window Cleaner z Cleaning Solvent and Antifreeze z Silicone Oil for Rubber Seals Interior care z Interior Upholstery Cleaner Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to environmen...

Page 162: ...an automatic car wash It is therefore recommended that the vehicle is hand washedand that automaticcar washes are avoided Exterior storage Due to the soft top design being weatherproof and not water t...

Page 163: ...Clean the vehicle interior including the instrument panel fascia using Interior Upholstery Cleaner The instrument panel should only be cleaned using a soft damp cloth Clean fabric upholstery with a va...

Page 164: ...parts and cavities thoroughly preserved by a workshop using protective wax An engine w ash can be performed in the spring in order to remove dirt that has adhered to the engine compartment which may...

Page 165: ...hop Make sure that the Service and Warranty Booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met and is also a benefit w hen you...

Page 166: ...seating x x x x x x Brake fluid level check correct x x x Battery terminals check for secure connections and battery eye x x x x x x Pollen filter replace x x x o More often for when dust sand or pol...

Page 167: ...leaks x x x x x x Steering system boots track rods final drive visual check x x x x x x Track rod end and supporting ball joint check x x x x x x Brake and clutch fluid change Every 2 years Wheel fas...

Page 168: ...connections and battery eye Annually Pollen filter replace Every 2 years 60 000 km 40 000 miles o More often for when dust sand or pollen is in the air Annually 15 000 km 10 000 miles Air cleaner elem...

Page 169: ...tem boots track rods final drive visual check Annually Track rod end and supporting ball joint check Annually Brake and clutch fluid change Every 2 years Wheel fastening loosen and tighten to torque T...

Page 170: ...approved materials will not be covered by the warranty Checking and topping up fluids see page 152 Engine oil Engine oil is identified by its quality and also its viscosity Quality is more important t...

Page 171: ...lant designed for frost protection down to approx 28 C This concentration should be maintained all year round Coolant additives intended to give additional corrosion protection or seal against minor l...

Page 172: ...xed to the instrument panel on the driver s side visible through the windscreen Information on visible VIN plate Vehicle documents identification plate 172 Vehicle identification data 173 Coolant oils...

Page 173: ...ation label is located on the B pillar visible with the driver s door open See page 126 Information on label z Specified occupant seating positions z Maximum vehicle capacity weight z Vehicle identifi...

Page 174: ...ngineering model number vehicle division line and body style z Interior trim level and decor z Exterior paint colour WA number z Paint technology z Special order paint colours and numbers Coolant oils...

Page 175: ...ssion ratio 9 2 1 Fuel type1 1 Stan dard high quality fuels unleaded DIN EN 2 28 Petrol Octane requirement RON 2 3 unleaded or unleaded 2 Stan dard high quality fuels S Super Premiu m SP Super Plus Pr...

Page 176: ...km h mph Engine1 1 Sales designation see page 17 5 Z 20 NHH Maximum speed2 Manual transmission 2 The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight Optional equipment cou ld reduce th e specifie...

Page 177: ...n as a guarantee for the actual fuel consumption of a particular vehicle All values are based on the EU base model with standard equipment The calculation of fuel consumption as specified by directive...

Page 178: ...te the weights given in the vehicle documents The combined total of front and rear axle loads must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight For example if the front axle is bearing its maximum...

Page 179: ...et monitoring we are unable to assess these attributes for other tyres even if they have been granted approval by the relevant authorities or in some other form Further information see page 125 Winter...

Page 180: ...pressure resulting from extensive driving must not be reduced The tyre pressures specified in the following table apply to both summer and winter tyres Further information see pages 125 to 129 Tyre pr...

Page 181: ...Technical data 181 Electrical system Battery Voltage 12 Volt Amp hours 60 Ah Battery for remote control CR 20 32...

Page 182: ...litres Engine1 1 Sales designation see page 17 5 Z 20 NHH Engine coolant 9 0 Fuel tank nominal content 52 0 Engine oil with filter change between MIN and M AX on dipstick 4 7 1 0 Washer fluid reservo...

Page 183: ...all length mm 4100 Overall w idth mm 1813 Overall w idth including exterior mirrors mm 1846 Overall height with soft top raised mm 1276 Wheelbase mm 2415 Track w idth mm Front Rear 1543 1561 Turning c...

Page 184: ...Octane number 175 Anti theft protection 9 17 Aquaplaning 128 Ashtrays 53 Auto light control 73 Automatic locking 25 Automatic unlocking 25 B Battery 111 159 181 Interruption of pow er supply 23 Batter...

Page 185: ...124 Clutch system 56 Coolant temperature 57 156 Driver s seat belt 57 Engine oil pressure 57 ESC Electronic Stability Control 58 119 ESP Electronic Stability Program 58 119 Exhaust 56 117 Fog tail la...

Page 186: ...acities 182 Engine oil level 153 Fuel 114 175 Opening the bonnet 130 Tyre pressure 113 180 Vehicle data 173 Windscreen washer system 158 First aid kit 53 135 Flat tyre 135 136 Fog tail lamp 13 75 Bulb...

Page 187: ...67 Leather trim 163 License plate 160 License plate lamps 150 Bulb replacement 150 Lighting 13 73 Driving abroad 77 Loading 50 178 Locking doors 6 24 Locks 164 Low beam 13 73 Bulb replacement 147 Lubr...

Page 188: ...Passenger s seat belt warning device 43 Pedals 111 Performance 176 Personalisation mode 64 Petrol 114 175 177 Pinking 114 Power outlets 53 Power steering 110 Fluid 157 Protection of electronic compone...

Page 189: ...ising 33 Soft top care 162 Spare fuses 141 Spare keys 21 Speed 112 113 Fuel consumption 112 Speedometer 59 Starting the engine 9 17 21 131 Self help 131 Steam jet cleaners 163 164 Steering column lock...

Page 190: ...ages 20 60 68 Warning triangle 53 135 Washer bottle windscreen washer system 158 Weights 178 Welcome light function 67 Wheels 125 179 Wheels tyres 125 Windows Demisting and defrosting 16 106 Windscree...

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