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Page 1: ...0 1 Owner s Manual Model Year 2013 Edition January 2013 KTA 2648 7 VX en VAUXHALL Antara Owner s Manual Model Year 2013 Edition January 2013 KTA 2648 7 VX en...

Page 2: ...d windows 18 Seats restraints 33 Storage 53 Instruments and controls 72 Lighting 105 Climate control 114 Driving and operating 121 Vehicle care 149 Service and maintenance 191 Technical data 194 Custo...

Page 3: ...2 Introduction Introduction...

Page 4: ...pecific Vauxhall instructions The customer literature pack should always be kept ready to hand in the vehicle Using this manual This manual describes all options and features available for this model...

Page 5: ...ion may lead to injury Caution Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage Symbols Page references are indicated...

Page 6: ...Introduction 5...

Page 7: ...he handles To open the tailgate operate button above number plate Radio remote control 3 19 Central locking system 3 20 Load compartment 3 22 Seat adjustment Seat positioning Pull handle slide seat re...

Page 8: ...e backrest to engage audibly Do not lean on the seat backrest whilst adjusting it Seat position 3 34 Seat adjustment 3 35 Seat folding 3 36 Seat height Lever pumping motion up seat higher down seat lo...

Page 9: ...est move upper part of rear switch forwards backwards Seat position 3 34 Power seat adjustment 3 37 Head restraint adjustment Press release button adjust height and engage Head restraints 3 33 Seat be...

Page 10: ...he relevant exterior mirror and adjust it Convex exterior mirrors 3 27 Electric adjustment 3 27 Folding exterior mirrors 3 27 Heated exterior mirrors 3 28 Steering wheel adjustment Unlock lever adjust...

Page 11: ...10 In brief Instrument panel overview...

Page 12: ...tability Control 137 Descent control system 138 Status LED for anti theft alarm system 24 Folding exterior mirrors 27 Eco button for stop start system 123 11 Infotainment system 10 12 Front passenger...

Page 13: ...eadlights Press button Front fog lights r Rear fog light Lighting 3 105 Headlight flash high beam and low beam headlight flash pull lever high beam push lever low beam pull lever back towards steering...

Page 14: ...ning flashers 3 107 Horn Press j Washer and wiper systems Windscreen wiper fast slow timed interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off p...

Page 15: ...wiper and washer system Wiper on push lever Wiper off pull lever Wash press and hold button Rear window wiper and washer system 3 75 Wiper blade replacement 3 157 Washer fluid 3 153 Climate control He...

Page 16: ...erature to highest level Set fan speed to highest level Switch on heated rear window R Close centre air vents open side air vents and direct them towards the door windows Climate control system 3 114...

Page 17: ...levels 3 151 All windows mirrors exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt snow and ice and are operational Proper position of mirrors seats and seat belts 3 27 3 34 3 41 Brake function a...

Page 18: ...key into ignition switch and removing If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope engage first gear or move the selector lever to P before switching off the ignition On an uphill slope turn t...

Page 19: ...free wheel if they are forcefully rotated without the correct key or if the correct key is not fully inserted To reset turn cylinder with the correct key until its slot is vertical remove key and then...

Page 20: ...ltage too low Frequent repeated operation of the radio remote control while not in range which will require reprogramming Seek the assistance of a workshop Overload of the central locking system by op...

Page 21: ...door Note In the event of an accident in which airbags or belt pretensioners are deployed the vehicle is automatically unlocked Unlocking Press button q Note If no door is opened within 5 minutes aft...

Page 22: ...pplied or automatic transmission is in position P Central locking buttons Locks or unlocks all doors the load compartment and fuel filler flap from the passenger compartment Press left part of switch...

Page 23: ...the child lock to the vertical position Doors Load compartment Tailgate Opening Operate the button above the number plate and lift the tailgate If the tailgate is open when the ignition is switched on...

Page 24: ...such as a garage door to avoid damage to the tailgate Always check the moving area above and behind the tailgate Note The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may affect its abi...

Page 25: ...iller flap bonnet windows and sunroof are closed Press button p on radio remote control or manually lock the driver s door The system is activated Automatically 30 seconds after locking the vehicle in...

Page 26: ...l Control indicator o extinguishes Status LED Status LED is located in the centre console Status during the first 30 seconds of anti theft alarm system activation LED illuminates test arming delay LED...

Page 27: ...whether the vehicle is allowed to be started with the key being used The immobiliser is activated automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch Control indicator d illuminates...

Page 28: ...al mounting position if they are struck with sufficient force Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing Manual folding Press lightly on the outside of the mirror housing...

Page 29: ...erate when you are just starting the vehicle or if there is a build up of snow or ice on the exterior mirrors Do not use sharp instruments or abrasive cleaners on the exterior mirrors and avoid scratc...

Page 30: ...reflected The marked areas of the windscreen behind the interior mirror are not covered with the coating Devices for electronic data recording and fee payment must be attached in these areas Otherwise...

Page 31: ...ont passenger s door and the rear doors The rear windows do not open fully Safety function If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing it is immed...

Page 32: ...sharp instruments or abrasive cleaners on the rear window and avoid scratching or damaging the heating elements Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent dazzli...

Page 33: ...run off and then open sunroof Close Press and hold switch forwards Release switch when sunroof reaches desired position Tilt Press and hold switch upwards Release switch when sunroof reaches desired...

Page 34: ...is not possible for extremely tall people set to highest position and set to lowest position for small people Height adjustment Press release button adjust height and engage Pull head restraint up to...

Page 35: ...e seat and the pedals so that legs are slightly angled when pressing the pedals Slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible S...

Page 36: ...eats while driving as they could move uncontrollably 9 Warning Never store any objects under the seats Drive only with engaged seats and backrests Seat positioning Pull handle slide seat release handl...

Page 37: ...crease lumbar support move lever forwards or backwards Seat folding Caution When seat height is in highest position push head restraints down and lift up sun visors before folding backrest forwards Pu...

Page 38: ...e is a risk of injury particularly for children Articles could become trapped Keep a close watch on the seats when adjusting them Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly Seat lengthwise posi...

Page 39: ...ess the button The control indicator in the button will extinguish Prolonged use of the highest setting for people with sensitive skin is not recommended If temperature continues to rise turn seat hea...

Page 40: ...d ensure front seats are not in a reclined position Push head restraints all the way down lift backrest release lever and fold backrest forwards and down onto seat cushion Do not allow passengers to s...

Page 41: ...dirt from getting into the belt retractors Seat belt reminder Front seats are equipped with a seat belt reminder indicated for driver seat by control indicator X in the instrument cluster 3 83 and fo...

Page 42: ...o the buckle Tighten the lap belt regularly whilst driving by pulling the shoulder belt Seat belt reminder X 3 83 Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly Do not place objects suc...

Page 43: ...It must not lie across the throat or upper arm Do not adjust while driving Removing To release belt press red button on belt buckle Using the seat belt while pregnant 9 Warning The lap belt must be po...

Page 44: ...airbag systems can be triggered in an explosive manner Note The airbag systems and belt pretensioner control electronics are located in the centre console area Do not put any magnetic objects in this...

Page 45: ...sk of injury to the upper body and head of the front seat occupants 9 Warning Optimum protection is only provided when the seat is in the proper position 3 34 Keep the area in which the airbag inflate...

Page 46: ...oof pillars The curtain airbag system is triggered in the event of a side on impact of a certain severity The ignition must be switched on The inflated airbags cushion the impact thereby considerably...

Page 47: ...rson is allowed to occupy the front passenger seat V ON front passenger airbag systems are active A child restraint system must not be installed 9 Danger Risk of fatal injury for a child using a child...

Page 48: ...ed if not the triggering of the airbags poses a risk of fatal injury to the child This is especially the case if rear facing child restraint systems are used on the front passenger seat Airbag deactiv...

Page 49: ...ic When the child restraint system is not in use secure the seat with a seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Note Do not stick anything on the child restraint systems and do not cover them with any...

Page 50: ...to 7 years X X U X Group III 22 to 36 kg or approx 6 to 12 years X X U X 1 Only if front passenger seat airbag system is deactivated 3 45 Child restraint system must be secured using a three point sea...

Page 51: ...X Group I 9 to 18 kg or approx 8 months to 4 years D ISO R2 X IL X C ISO R3 X IL X B ISO F2 X IUF X B1 ISO F2X X IUF X A ISO F3 X IUF X IL Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the vehi...

Page 52: ...in the weight class 9 to 18 kg B1 ISO F2X Forward facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg C ISO R3 Rear facing child restraint system for children of maximum...

Page 53: ...at the same time though not on the rear centre seat ISOFIX mounting brackets are indicated by a label on the backrest Top tether fastening eyes The Top tether anchors located on the rear of the backre...

Page 54: ...t Glovebox The glovebox will illuminate when opened The glovebox partition can be removed from its groove Store the partition in the groove on the far left hand side of the glovebox The glovebox shoul...

Page 55: ...to open Push door firmly to close Card holder Located above the coin storage compartment A card can be retained in the slot for convenient use Sunglasses storage To open push the rear part of the cov...

Page 56: ...ition Centre console storage To access the storage compartment cigarette lighter and AUX input slide the cupholder tray rearwards Cigarette lighter 3 78 AUX input see Infotainment system instruction m...

Page 57: ...No one should be in the extension zone of the rear carrier system risk of injury Raise release lever The system disengages and travels quickly out of the bumper Completely pull out the rear carrier sy...

Page 58: ...hen the front 2 tail lamp from the recesses Open out the bulb holder on the back of the tail lamp completely Push the clamping lever and push the bulb holder into the retainer until it hits the stop P...

Page 59: ...ping lever 2 until they stop Both clamping levers must point backwards otherwise safe functionality is not guaranteed Note Close the tailgate Unfold pedal crank recesses Fold one or both pedal crank r...

Page 60: ...to the protrusion of the pedal crank If the bicycle has straight pedal cranks unscrew the pedal crank unit completely position 5 If the bicycle has curved pedal cranks screw in the pedal crank unit al...

Page 61: ...ng left The rear bicycle must have its front wheel facing right Attaching a bicycle to the rear carrier system Put on the bicycle The pedal crank here must be placed in the pedal crank recess opening...

Page 62: ...of the bicycle is not ensured Disregard could lead to damage of the bicycle wheels caused by hot exhaust fumes Align the bicycle in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle Slightly loosen the pedal...

Page 63: ...esses and on the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess should be noted and saved for each bicycle Correct presetting will facilitate refitting of the bicycle Note It is recommended to attach a warnin...

Page 64: ...as shown in the illustration Insert the strap retainer and pull tightly downwards as far as possible Press release lever and slide in wheel recesses all the way as far as they will go Disengage the lo...

Page 65: ...er down and pull both lamp supports out of the recesses Fold in the bulb holders on the backs of the tail lamps First place the front tail lamp 1 then the rear tail lamp 2 in the recesses and push dow...

Page 66: ...f a workshop Load compartment Storage compartments in the load compartment Located on both sides of the load compartment floor Load compartment cover Do not place any objects on the cover Closing the...

Page 67: ...ift and remove cover from the side guides Fit in reverse order Rear floor storage cover To access the rear floor storage compartment pull floor cover handle upwards Depending on version to access the...

Page 68: ...ary spare wheel 3 183 Lashing eyes The lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage e g using lashing straps or a luggage floor net Two additional lashing eyes are located in front of th...

Page 69: ...e net must be extended before inserting into the adapters pull out all of the end pieces and lock by rotating clockwise To install push rods together a little and insert into the relevant openings in...

Page 70: ...d secure by sliding them into the smaller apertures In front of and behind the rear seats on both sides of the vehicle are the hook holders lashing eyes for the lower strap hooks Hang strap hooks in t...

Page 71: ...g with a roof load affects the vehicle centre of gravity drive carefully in crosswinds and do not drive at high speeds Remove the roof rack when not in use Loading information Heavy objects in the loa...

Page 72: ...ence between the permitted gross vehicle weight see identification plate 3 195 and the EC kerb weight To calculate the EC kerb weight enter the data for your vehicle in the Weights table at the front...

Page 73: ...ment Unlock lever adjust steering wheel then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked Do not adjust steering wheel unless vehicle is stationary and steering wheel lock has been released Steering whe...

Page 74: ...f the windscreen is frozen Switch off in car washes Adjustable wiper interval To set the wiping interval to a value between 1 and 10 seconds Switch on ignition Push lever down from position Wait until...

Page 75: ...m when the key is turned to ignition switch position ACC To turn wiper off move lever to position Keep the rain sensor area clean by activating the windscreen washer system Windscreen and headlight wa...

Page 76: ...d button on end of lever Washer fluid is sprayed onto rear window and the wiper wipes a few times when the button is released Do not use if the windscreen is frozen Switch off in car washes Outside te...

Page 77: ...play Board Info Display 3 91 Graphic Info Display Colour Info Display 3 93 Automatic time synchronisation Board Info Display The RDS Radio Data System signal of most VHF transmitters automatically set...

Page 78: ...lay With the navigation system date and time are set automatically upon receipt of a GPS satellite signal If the displayed time does not match local time it can be corrected manually or automatically...

Page 79: ...accessories e g electrical charging devices or batteries Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs Stop start system 3 123 Cigarette lighter Depending on the equipment the cigarette lighter m...

Page 80: ...efly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed Odometer The odometer display is located in the centre of the instrument cluster The bottom line di...

Page 81: ...tank is low Refuel immediately 3 143 Never run the tank dry Erratic fuel supply can cause catalytic converter to overheat 3 127 Diesel engines if the tank has been run dry bleed the fuel system 3 157...

Page 82: ...eminder yellow warning information fault green confirmation of activation blue confirmation of activation Control indicators on the instrument panel k illuminates red Front passenger seat belt reminde...

Page 83: ...82 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...

Page 84: ...a warning chime and remains illuminated until seat belt is fastened Fastening the seat belt 3 40 Front passenger seat belt reminder k 3 41 Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red When the ignitio...

Page 85: ...the engine is running Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage 3 127 Ease up on the accelerator until the flashing stops Seek the assistance of a workshop immediately Service vehicle soon g...

Page 86: ...the assistance of a workshop Illuminates Electrical parking brake is operating with degraded performance 3 135 9 Warning Have the cause of the fault remedied immediately by a workshop Antilock brake s...

Page 87: ...scent control system 3 138 Power steering 2 illuminates yellow When the ignition is switched on 2 illuminates briefly If it does not illuminate stays lit or illuminates during driving there is a fault...

Page 88: ...g Stop vehicle and switch off engine Caution Coolant temperature too high Check coolant level 3 152 If there is sufficient coolant seek the assistance of a workshop Preheating illuminates yellow Prehe...

Page 89: ...Check oil level before seeking the assistance of a workshop 3 151 Low engine oil level S illuminates yellow When the ignition is switched on S illuminates briefly If it does not illuminate seek the as...

Page 90: ...luminates briefly If it does not illuminate seek the assistance of a workshop Illuminates to indicate a fault in the immobiliser system The engine cannot be started Electronic immobiliser 3 26 Reduced...

Page 91: ...control indicator flashes accompanied by a warning chime to warn the driver to reduce speed as appropriate Trailer indicator illuminates green Illuminates when a trailer is connected to the vehicle 3...

Page 92: ...cessed via the Info Display Functions are selected and executed in the menu on the display using the arrow buttons on the Infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel If a chec...

Page 93: ...enu item Audio then opens Call up System with the left arrow button and select with the OK button The first function of the System menu is highlighted Some of the functions appear on the display in an...

Page 94: ...tion is marked with arrows Use the arrow buttons to make the required setting The setting is saved when the menu item is exited Ignition logic See Infotainment system instruction manual Language selec...

Page 95: ...aphic Info Display Colour Info Display 3 101 Selecting functions The functions and settings of the Infotainment system can be accessed via the Info Display Functions are selected and executed in the m...

Page 96: ...Select using the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel Turn the adjuster wheel to call up the required function Press the adjuster wheel to select marked items and confirm commands Press to operat...

Page 97: ...ystem date and time are set automatically upon receipt of a GPS satellite signal If the displayed time does not match local time it can be corrected manually or automatically by receiving an RDS time...

Page 98: ...indicated by a 6 in front of the menu item In systems with voice output when the language setting of the display is changed the system will ask whether the announcement language should also be change...

Page 99: ...te or coloured text on a dark background Selections are indicated by a o in front of the menu item Ignition logic See Infotainment system instruction manual Vehicle messages Warning chimes When starti...

Page 100: ...essure monitoring system if low tyre pressures are detected relevant information appears on the information display Reduce speed and check tyre pressure at the next opportunity Tyre pressure monitorin...

Page 101: ...ion Average speed Distance travelled Range Stop watch Board Info Display 3 91 Instantaneous consumption Display of the instantaneous consumption Display changes depending on speed Display in gal h bel...

Page 102: ...tch Using the arrow buttons To start press left arrow button to select menu item Start and press OK button to start stop To reset press left arrow button to select menu item Reset and press OK button...

Page 103: ...cally after a brief delay If the fuel in the tank allows less than 30 miles of travel the warning Range appears on the display If the fuel in the tank allows less than 20 miles of travel the warning R...

Page 104: ...m All values After resetting is displayed for the trip computer information selected The recalculated values are displayed after a brief delay Stop watch Select menu item Timer from the Board Computer...

Page 105: ...ent of the time from manual activation via Start to manual deactivation via Reset Interruption of power supply If the power supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low th...

Page 106: ...itions 7 Off or deactivation of automatic light control 8 Sidelights 9 Headlights Control indicator C 3 89 Tail lights Tail lights illuminate together with low beam high beam and sidelights Automatic...

Page 107: ...g With light switch in the AUTO position when the windscreen wiper is operated for 8 cycles or more the exterior lights illuminate automatically High beam To switch from low to high beam push lever To...

Page 108: ...with Xenon headlights the headlight range is adjusted automatically based on vehicle load If control indicator q illuminates in the instrument cluster while driving a fault has occurred Have the cause...

Page 109: ...nce point and hold for longer indication The volume of the turn signal audible warning is dependent upon vehicle speed Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original position...

Page 110: ...ivated 1 Set light switch to 7 or AUTO 2 Switch off ignition 3 Move turn signal lever all the way up right parking lights or down left parking lights Confirmed by a signal tone and the corresponding t...

Page 111: ...3 93 Interior lights During entry and exit of the vehicle the front and rear courtesy lights automatically switch on and then off after a delay Note In the event of an accident with airbag deployment...

Page 112: ...ation The portable front ashtray located in the front drink holder illuminates depending on outside light conditions Glovebox illumination Illuminates when the glovebox is opened Load compartment ligh...

Page 113: ...or and interior lights illuminate for 20 seconds This function facilitates locating the vehicle when it is dark Exit lighting The low beam and reversing lights illuminate for 30 seconds after the driv...

Page 114: ...e exterior lights turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is switched off Battery discharge protection will not work if the lights are turned on 10 minutes after the ignition has been swi...

Page 115: ...cold Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal operating temperature Air distribution M to head area via adjustable air vents L to head area via adjustable air vents and...

Page 116: ...off cooling The air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies dries as soon as the outside temperature is slightly above freezing point Therefore condensation may form and drip from under the vehicl...

Page 117: ...e air vents and direct them towards the door windows Switch on heated rear window 3 31 Air conditioning n and air recirculation 4 are switched on automatically to improve defrosting efficiency when po...

Page 118: ...ally in Automatic mode The air vents should therefore always be open Temperature preselection Recommended comfort setting is 22 C Intermediate settings are possible Press SYNC button to automatically...

Page 119: ...ss AUTO button Automatic air recirculation t The automatic air recirculation system has an air quality sensor which switches on automatically if harmful ambient gases are detected Operated with the t...

Page 120: ...the fan Control the air temperature at the side air vents by adjusting the temperature control switch Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats 9 Warning Do not attach any objects to...

Page 121: ...s Air conditioning regular operation In order to ensure continuously efficient performance cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a week irrespective of the weather and time of year Operation...

Page 122: ...e speed is reduced Stop start system 3 123 Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited there must be no mats in the area of the pedals Power steering Never leave the steering wheel on full lock w...

Page 123: ...g or to switch off the engine turn key back to LOCK Start attempts should not last longer than 15 seconds If engine does not start wait 10 seconds before repeating starting procedure The increased eng...

Page 124: ...speed or at a standstill e g at a traffic light or in a traffic jam It starts the engine automatically as soon as the clutch is depressed A battery sensor ensures that an Autostop is only performed i...

Page 125: ...exhaust temperature is not too high e g after driving with high engine load the ambient temperature is not too low the defrosting function is not activated the climate control system does not inhibit...

Page 126: ...Always apply the electrical parking brake Pull switch m For maximum force e g parking with a trailer or on inclines pull switch m twice Switch off the engine and turn the ignition key to position LOCK...

Page 127: ...could enter the vehicle Malfunction indicator light 3 84 Diesel particle filter The diesel particle filter system filters harmful soot particles out of the exhaust gases The system includes a self cle...

Page 128: ...ion 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 Do not switch off the engine until the cleani...

Page 129: ...y N neutral or idle D drive position automatic mode with all gears The selector lever is locked in position P and N and can only be moved when the ignition is on and the foot brake is applied To engag...

Page 130: ...ft to a higher gear Shift to a lower gear Tip selector lever in the appropriate direction It then returns to the centre position Gearshifting in manual mode can be achieved whilst accelerating If the...

Page 131: ...to improve efficiency and increase power and torque The fuel supply is automatically cut off more quickly during vehicle deceleration Overrun cut off 3 123 Do not use fuel economy mode whilst towing e...

Page 132: ...2 Depress and hold foot brake 3 Remove trim cover 4 Press and hold shift lock release button 5 Shift to neutral N 6 Replace trim cover 7 Start engine and shift to chosen gear Have the cause of the pow...

Page 133: ...e vehicle to be driven on normal roads without incurring excessive tyre and drivetrain wear or causing poor control Ensure tyres including the spare are inflated to the correct pressure 3 205 and are...

Page 134: ...m but do not exceed 3 mph to avoid splashing the water Drive with the flow wherever possible not against it If you have to drive against the flow try to drive at an angle to it so that the leading cor...

Page 135: ...tly at the vehicle seals The wheels must be removed to clean all mud and stones from the brake calipers and to check brake pad wear The areas on the upper side of the underguards must be cleared of st...

Page 136: ...longer be steered and may swerve You can continue driving provided you drive with care and anticipation Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop Parking brake Electrical parking brake Apply...

Page 137: ...ully To release electrical parking brake push and hold the switch m for a few seconds If control indicator m extinguishes electrical parking brake has been released successfully If control indicator m...

Page 138: ...et this special safety feature tempt you into taking risks when driving Adapt speed to the road conditions Deactivation With ESC active if wheels are slipping on wet snowy or icy roads engine speed ma...

Page 139: ...em and the ESC function Activation At speeds below approx 30 mph press button u The green control indicator u flashes in the instrument cluster to show DCS is in operation DCS will not activate at spe...

Page 140: ...e control The cruise control can store and maintain speeds above 25 mph Deviations from the stored speeds may occur when driving uphill or downhill For safety reasons the cruise control cannot be acti...

Page 141: ...dal is depressed selector lever in N the Electronic Stability Control is operating Resume stored speed Press the RES button at a speed above 25 mph The stored speed will be obtained Deleting the store...

Page 142: ...atically when the vehicle speed is above 5 mph or when selector lever is in neutral automatic transmission in N or P If the b button is pressed again the LED in the button will extinguish and the syst...

Page 143: ...ntains up to 10 bioethanol Use fuel with the recommended octane rating 3 199 Use of fuel with too low an octane rating can reduce engine power and torque and slightly increases fuel consumption Cautio...

Page 144: ...ethanol cause reduced driveability For this reason refuel with a full tank of petrol every 6000 miles Use up the majority of this before refuelling the car again Fuel for diesel engines Only use diese...

Page 145: ...Diesel engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps Fuel consumption CO2 Emissions The fuel consumption combined of the model Vauxhall Antara is within a range of 25 to 45 mpg The CO2 emission comb...

Page 146: ...to the coupling ball bar If no eye is available loop cable around coupling ball bar Ensure cable is crossed under the vertical coupling socket to ensure the trailer nose cannot drop to the ground if...

Page 147: ...res 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 exceed...

Page 148: ...the coupling ball bar Remove sealing plug from the hole for the coupling ball bar and stow it in the load compartment Confirm that the colour marking on the lever is red Inserting the coupling ball b...

Page 149: ...ounting the coupling ball bar Unlock coupling ball bar and remove key Push lever to the left towards the coupling ball bar and turn it downwards Pull coupling ball bar out of coupling housing Remove a...

Page 150: ...ical 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 l...

Page 151: ...luid reservoir Check the engine oil level Check the coolant level Fit the number plate if necessary Seek the assistance of a workshop for further advice End of life vehicle recovery Information on end...

Page 152: ...catch 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 Recommende...

Page 153: ...e oil must be drained or suctioned out Capacities 3 204 Engine oil quality viscosity 3 192 Fit the cap on straight and tighten it Control indicators for engine oil pressure I 3 87 low engine oil S 3 8...

Page 154: ...coolant concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop Engine coolant temperature control indicator W 3 87 Power steering fluid Open the cap and remove Wipe the di...

Page 155: ...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 fluid 9 Warning Brake fluid is poisonous and co...

Page 156: ...fore connecting or disconnecting the vehicle battery Retrofitted electrical or electronic accessories can place an additional load on the battery or discharge the battery Seek the assistance of a work...

Page 157: ...from the original Vauxhall battery might result in a lower performance of the stop start system We recommend that you have the battery replaced by a workshop Stop start system 3 123 Charging the batt...

Page 158: ...or more while the engine is switched off to avoid air entering the fuel line Check diesel fuel filter at shorter intervals if the vehicle is subjected to extreme operating conditions If there is water...

Page 159: ...lamp removal For bulb replacement it is necessary to first remove the headlamp assembly 1 Switch off the ignition and headlight switch 2 Open the bonnet release the 11 retainers and remove the radiato...

Page 160: ...assembly Front turn signal 1 Remove headlamp assembly 3 158 2 Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and withdraw bulb holder from lamp assembly 3 Press and rotate bulb anticlockwise to remove it from bulb...

Page 161: ...Have bulbs replaced by a workshop Front turn signal 1 Remove headlamp assembly 3 158 2 Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and withdraw bulb holder from lamp assembly 3 Press and rotate bulb anticlockwis...

Page 162: ...ly rotate bulb anticlockwise and remove from bulb holder 4 Insert new bulb into bulb holder and rotate it clockwise 5 Reinstall bulb holder in lamp assembly and reconnect harness connector 6 Reinstall...

Page 163: ...clockwise 3 Remove bulb from lamp assembly by pulling bulb straight out of bulb holder 4 Insert new bulb into bulb holder by pressing it in and rotating the bulb holder clockwise 5 Push lamp assembly...

Page 164: ...e bulb 3 Insert new bulb 4 Reinstall lamp lens in roof lining Rear reading lights 1 Using a suitable screwdriver pry lamp lens away from roof lining 2 Remove bulb 3 Insert new bulb 4 Reinstall lamp le...

Page 165: ...t hand side of the driver s seat foot well Before replacing a fuse turn off the respective switch and the ignition A blown fuse can be recognized by its melted wire Do not replace the fuse until the c...

Page 166: ...se extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side and withdraw fuse Engine compartment fuse box The fuse box is located next to the coolant reservoir in the engine compartment To open dis...

Page 167: ...166 Vehicle care...

Page 168: ...g lights FRT WPR Front wiper FUEL VAC Fuel pump vacuum pump HDLP WASHER Headlight washer HI BEAM LH High beam left hand HI BEAM RH High beam right hand HORN Horn HTD WASH MIR Heated washer fluid heate...

Page 169: ...gages If the fuse box cover is not closed correctly malfunctions may occur Instrument panel fuse box The fuse box is located on the left hand side of the front passenger seat foot well or in right han...

Page 170: ...Vehicle care 169...

Page 171: ...ration Module CLSTR Instrument cluster DRL Daytime running lights DR LCK Driver door lock DRVR PWR SEAT Driver power seat DRV PWR WNDW Driver power window F DOOR LOCK Fuel filler flap FRT WSR Front wa...

Page 172: ...e radio climate control data link connection After changing of defective fuses close the fuse box cover and press until it engages If the fuse box cover is not closed correctly malfunctions may occur...

Page 173: ...e tailgate opening Remove wing bolt from the jack by rotating it anticlockwise and remove the jack and wheel wrench bag Remove straps holding the bag containing the wheel wrench Remove wheel wrench fr...

Page 174: ...els Tyres of size 215 70 R 16 are recommended as winter tyres In accordance with country specific regulations affix the speed sticker in the driver s field of view If winter tyres are installed that h...

Page 175: ...en to tyre blow out at high speeds If the tyre pressure shall be reduced or increased on a vehicle with tyre pressure monitoring system switch off ignition Tyre pressure monitoring system The tyre pre...

Page 176: ...80 On the Colour Info Display this message will appear in red Acknowledgement of warnings 3 91 3 93 Vehicle messages 3 99 If the tyre pressure is to be reduced or increased switch off the ignition Tyr...

Page 177: ...ose fitted at the factory are used it may be necessary to reprogramme the speedometer as well as the nominal tyre pressure and make other vehicle modifications After converting to a different tyre siz...

Page 178: ...wheels to the front axle Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread or sidewall can be repaired with the tyre repair kit Do not remove foreign bodies from the tyres Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or t...

Page 179: ...ower outlets 4 Switch on ignition To avoid discharging the battery we recommend running the engine 5 Turn the selector switch anticlockwise to the sealant air position 6 Press the on off button to tur...

Page 180: ...the tyre repair kit and replace the tyre valve cap 9 Remove any excess sealant using a cloth 10 Take the label indicating maximum permitted speed from the sealant canister and affix in the driver s fi...

Page 181: ...to pump up other items e g footballs air mattresses inflatable dinghies etc The adapter is located on the underside of the tyre repair kit Wheel changing Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair...

Page 182: ...he wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely and loosen each wheel nut by one turn by turning anticlockwise 3 The location of front and rear jacking points is indicated by notches on the bottom e...

Page 183: ...e wheel nuts and tighten slightly by hand by turning clockwise until wheel is held against the hub 9 Rotate wrench anticlockwise and lower vehicle to the ground 10 Install the wheel wrench ensuring th...

Page 184: ...wards the handle and pull up the cover by the handle Hang the hook to the upper part of the tailgate opening Vehicle tools 3 171 Remove the retainer by rotating it anticlockwise and remove temporary s...

Page 185: ...le tools in their respective storage compartments and secure them properly Always place the damaged wheel in the load compartment secured in the spare wheel well with the screw in retainer Jump starti...

Page 186: ...starting process Apply the electrical parking brake 3 135 transmission in neutral automatic transmission in P Open the positive terminal protection caps of both batteries Lead connection order 1 Conn...

Page 187: ...ehicle from the rear The front towing eye must only be used for towing and not recovering a vehicle Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock and to permit operation of brake lights horn and w...

Page 188: ...below the floor cover in the load compartment Vehicle tools 3 171 Towing another vehicle Remove the cover located on the rear bumper by pressing the lower part of the cover The rear towing eye attachm...

Page 189: ...insides of the wheel housings are also thoroughly rinsed out Clean edges and folds on opened doors and the bonnet as well as the areas they cover Caution Always use a cleaning agent with a pH value of...

Page 190: ...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...

Page 191: ...ssible Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner Caution Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery The same applies to clothing with sharp...

Page 192: ...m Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Greenland Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Slovakia Slovenia Spa...

Page 193: ...oline engines are also valid for Ethanol E85 fuelled engines Select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the minimum ambient temperature 3 196 Topping up engine oil Engine oils of di...

Page 194: ...he 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...

Page 195: ...le data 196 Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen The Vehicle Identification Number is also engraved on the top right...

Page 196: ...ble rear axle load in kg 8 Vehicle specific or country specific data The combined total of front and rear axle loads must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight For example if the front axle...

Page 197: ...es including E85 Diesel engines Petrol engines including E85 Diesel engines dexos 1 dexos 2 In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use max 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oi...

Page 198: ...gines including E85 Diesel engines Petrol engines including E85 Diesel engines dexos 1 dexos 2 In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below All countries outside Eur...

Page 199: ...A3 B3 ACEA A3 B4 ACEA C3 API SM API SN resource conserving Engine oil viscosity grades All countries outside Europe except Israel including Belarus Moldova Russia Serbia Turkey Ambient temperature Pe...

Page 200: ...0 at rpm 4500 5400 2000 2000 Fuel type Petrol Petrol Diesel Diesel Cetane requirement CN 49 D 49 D Octane rating RON recommended2 95 95 possible 98 913 98 913 2 Use unleaded Premium fuel only for the...

Page 201: ...200 Technical data Sales designation 2 4 3 0 V6 2 2 CDTI 2 2 CDTI Engine identifier code A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH Additional fuel type E85 E85 Oil consumption l 1000 km 0 6 0 6 0 6 0 6...

Page 202: ...utomatic transmission 109 123 113 119 Front wheel drive Engine A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH Maximum speed4 mph Manual transmission 118 117 Automatic transmission 114 4 The maximum speed indicated...

Page 203: ...ne All wheel drive Front wheel drive A 24 XF 1825 1885 1845 1905 1750 1810 A 30 XF 1875 1935 A 22 DM 1911 1971 1936 1996 1836 1896 1861 1921 A 22 DMH 1911 1971 1936 1996 Vehicle dimensions Length mm 4...

Page 204: ...Technical data 203 Turning circle diameter wall to wall m 12 78 Turning circle diameter kerb to kerb m 11 87 Maximum wading depth mm at 3 mph 450 Approach angle 20 Ramp angle 18 Departure angle 24...

Page 205: ...204 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH including filter l 4 7 5 7 5 6 5 6 between MIN and MAX l 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 Fuel tank Petrol diesel nominal capacity l 65...

Page 206: ...nt rear kPa bar psi kPa bar psi kPa bar psi kPa bar psi kPa bar psi kPa bar psi All 215 70 R 165 235 65 R 17 235 55 R 18 235 50 R 19 240 2 4 35 240 2 4 35 260 2 6 38 260 2 6 38 240 2 4 35 280 2 8 41 T...

Page 207: ...unctions and defects in important system components Vehicle reactions in particular driving situations e g inflation of an airbag activation of the stability regulation system Environmental conditions...

Page 208: ...emergency cases allow the transmission of particular vehicle data from the vehicle Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tyre pressure mon...

Page 209: ...89 Armrest 39 Armrest storage 55 Ashtrays 78 Automatic anti dazzle 29 Automatic dimming 28 Automatic headlight levelling system 89 Automatic level control 106 139 Automatic light control 105 Automati...

Page 210: ...84 87 126 Door open 90 Doors 22 Drain fuel filter 89 Drink holders 53 Driving characteristics and towing tips 145 Driving hints 121 E Electric adjustment 27 Electrical parking brake 85 135 Electrical...

Page 211: ...ons 122 Immobiliser 26 89 Indicators 79 Information displays 91 Instrument cluster 79 Instrument panel fuse box 168 Instrument panel illumination 163 Instrument panel illumination control 110 Instrume...

Page 212: ...0 Rear fog lights 109 Rear seats 38 39 Rear window wiper washer 75 Recommended fluids and lubricants 192 196 Reduced engine power 89 Refuelling 143 Remote control 19 Reversing lights 109 Roof 31 Roof...

Page 213: ...174 Tyre pressure monitoring system 99 174 Tyre pressures 205 Tyre repair kit 177 Tyres and wheel size changing 176 U Ultrasonic parking assist 86 140 Underseat storage 55 Upholstery cleaning 189 Upsh...

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