Vauxhall 2011 Meriva, Owner'S Manual

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Technic
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Steering
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Rack and pinion
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Speed-sensitive electric power-assisted
steering standard on all models
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Turning circle (kerb-to-kerb):
Wheels up to 17 inches – 11.06m (36.3ft.)
18-inch wheels – 11.19m (36.7ft.)
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Turns lock-to-lock:
Wheels up to 17 inches – 2.51
18-inch wheels – 2.45
Suspension
Front: Independent. MacPherson struts
with coil springs and gas-pressure
dampers. Anti-roll bar.
Rear: Torsion tube with compound links.
Progressive-rate double conical mini-block
springs and gas-pressure dampers.
Brakes
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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Asbestos-free friction material
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Dual circuit, diagonally split, dual rate
servo-assisted system
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Low brake fluid level warning light
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Plastic-coated brake pipes
1.4i 16v VVT/1.4i 16v VVT Turbo (120PS)/
1.3CDTi 16v
Front ventilated discs: 280mm diameter
Rear discs: 264mm diameter
1.4i 16v VVT Turbo (140PS)/1.7CDTi 16v
Front ventilated discs: 308mm diameter
Rear discs: 264mm diameter
Transmission
Five-speed manual gearbox:
Fitted as standard to 1.4i 16v VVT,
1.4i 16v VVT Turbo (120PS) and
1.3CDTi 16v models. First and second
gears feature triple-cone synchronisation
for ease of engagement.
Six-speed manual gearbox:
Fitted as standard to 1.4i 16v VVT Turbo
(140PS) and 1.7CDTi 16v (130PS) models.
First and second gears feature triple-cone
synchronisation for ease of engagement.
Reverse gear is also synchronised.
Six-speed automatic transmission:
Fitted as standard to 1.7CDTi 16v (100PS)
models. Electronically controlled with
adaptive driving function that adjusts to the
driving style and prevailing road conditions.
Fluid drive with torque converter, lock-up
clutch, neutral control fuel-saving feature
and Active Select.
Body
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Aerodynamic drag co-efficient: Cd 0.33
Fuel tank capacity
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54 litres (11.9 gallons)
Vauxhall Assistance and
warranties
See back cover for details of our
comprehensive warranties.
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