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Seats, interior

Console net

Loc ated in the driver’s footwell.

Front passenger’s seat undertray

Pull up on front of tra y then pull it forw ards.
Push the tray towards the seat to return it

to its original position.

Storage compa rtm ent

Located in rear of centre console.
To open: press button above the stora ge

compa rtm ent.

Summary of Contents for Antara

Page 1: ...VAUXHALL Antara Operation Safety Maintenance Owner s Manual Model Year 2009 5 Edition January 2009 TS 1664 B 09...

Page 2: ...ailable under the section Technical data as well as on the identification plate Fuel Designation Engine oil Grade Viscosity Tyre pressure Tyre size for load of up to 4 persons for full load Summer tyr...

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

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Page 5: ...AU XHALL APPROVED PARTS which have undergone stringent quality and precision checks and of course useful and attractive VAUXHALL APPROVED ACCESSORIES Our name is your guarantee For details of the Vaux...

Page 6: ...quency remote control see page 19 central locking system see page 21 anti theft locking system see page 23 Vauxhall alarm system see page 23 To unlock and open the tailgate Press button q on remotecon...

Page 7: ...board side of seat Move seat backrest to suit seatingposition Do not lean on seat backrest whilst adjusting it 6 Seats see page 32 seat position see page 34 Adjusting the lumbar support 3 Turn handwhe...

Page 8: ...position see page 35 Fitting seat belt Draw seat belt smoothly from inertia reel guide over shoulder and engage in buckle The belt must not be twisted at any point The lap belt must lie snugly against...

Page 9: ...tch to L or R four way switch adjusts corresponding mirror 6 Further information automatic anti dazzle exterior mirrors see page 27 heated exterior mirrors see page 102 Fold in exterior mirrors Manual...

Page 10: ...6 In brief...

Page 11: ...adlight flash and main beam 10 turn signal lights 10 door to door lighting 94 cruise control 3 137 Page 9 Infotainment system remote control buttons 98 Trip computer 3 77 84 10 Horn 11 11 Instruments...

Page 12: ...ioners see pages 40 48 1 Tailgate open see page 68 X Driver s seat belt reminder see page 68 O Turn signal lights see pages 10 68 91 Y Low fuel level see pages 68 72 129 220 Front fog lights see pages...

Page 13: ...e lever firmly upwards to ensure that the steering wheel is lockedin position 6 Airbag systems see page 48 Exterior lighting Turn light switch Press button 6 Headlight warning device see page 88 furth...

Page 14: ...Stalk in rest position 6 Turn signal lights see page 91 Hazard warning lights 6 Hazard warning lights see page 93 Headlight flash Pull stalk towards steering wheel Main beam Push stalk forwards Dipped...

Page 15: ...from position J Single swipe 6 Windscreen wiper see page 88 adjustable wiper interval see page 88 further information see pages 195 199 201 Automatic wiping with rain sensor 3 Move stalk to automatic...

Page 16: ...1 Tailgate wiper and wash systems 6 Tailgate wiper and wash systems see page 89 further information see pages 195 196 199 201 Heated rear window heated exterior mirrors 3 6 Air conditioning see page 1...

Page 17: ...air vents and direct themtowards the door windows 6 Heating ventilation and air conditioning system see pages 103 106 To set automatic mode of Electronic Climate Control 3 Press AUTO button set tempe...

Page 18: ...level and fluid levels in engine compartment see page 189 z All windows mirrors exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt snow and ice and are operational z Objects are securely located a...

Page 19: ...ngine temperature rises Drive at a moderate speed especially in cold weather until normal engine operating temperatures have been reached 6 Electronic immobiliser see page 18 diesel fuel system see pa...

Page 20: ...omatic transmission 3 move selector lever to P Also turn front wheels away from kerb if parked on an uphill slope If the vehicle is parked on a downhill slope select reverse gear before switching igni...

Page 21: ...ted To reset turn cylinder with the correct key until its slot is vertical remove key and then re insert it If the cylinder still free wheels turn the key through 180o and repeat operation Car Pass Th...

Page 22: ...o for immobiliser The control indicator illuminates w hen the ignition is switched on then extinguishes If the control indicator stays illuminated after the ignition is sw itched on there is a fault i...

Page 23: ...he radio w aves To operate the remote control direct the remote control unit at the vehicle Treat the remote control unit with care it should be protected against moisture kept out of direct sunlight...

Page 24: ...edied by a workshop Changing battery in remote control unit Replace the battery in accordance with the information in chapter Service maintenance on page 202 or when the range of the remote control st...

Page 25: ...tch m in driver s door If no door is opened within approx 30 seconds after the vehicle has been unlockedviathe remote control the vehicle is relocked automatically and Vauxhall alarm 3 is reactivated...

Page 26: ...or closing the luggage compartment Close tailgate by pushing it down so it latches securely Ensure tailgate is fully closed before driving To lock tailgate together with the doors Press button p on re...

Page 27: ...such that doors cannot be opened To unlock Press button q on remote control or Turn key in driver s door lock towards front of vehicle then turn it back to the vertical position and remove Vauxhall al...

Page 28: ...o activate the mechanical anti theft locking system If the hazard warning lights do not flash on activation or the control indicator flashes quickly this may indicate that a door the tailgate or the b...

Page 29: ...a spare key in a safe place Changes to the vehicle interior such as the use of seat covers could impair the function of passenger compartment monitoring 3 Alarm While the alarm system is switched on...

Page 30: ...ion as the activation of the four w ay switch Heated exterior mirrors 3 see page 102 Fold in exterior mirrors Manually the exterior mirrors can be folded in by pressing lightly on the outside of the m...

Page 31: ...or mirrors or force them if frozen Use a de icer Automatic anti dazzle exterior mirrors 3 Dazzle is automatically reduced Exterior mirrors dim to reduce glare automatically in conjunction with the aut...

Page 32: ...ted in the driver s door For incremental operation briefly pull or press the switch For automatic 3 opening or closing pull or press the switch longer Pull or press the switch again to stop the moveme...

Page 33: ...of the window during automatic closing it will stop immediately and will be opened again In the event of difficulty due to frost or the like press the relevant window switch several times until the w...

Page 34: ...slide tilt sunroof can be adjusted for up to 10 minutes or until a door is opened For incremental operation briefly press the button For automatic opening or closing press and hold the switch To open...

Page 35: ...rying a roof load check the clearance of the sunroof to avoid damage 9 Warning Care must be taken when operating the sunroof Do not place any objects or body parts in the sunroof opening Keep sunroof...

Page 36: ...seat backrest to suit seating position and lockin position w hen the lever is released Do not lean on the seat backrest whilst adjusting it Front seats 32 Rear seats 37 Seat belts 38 Child restraint...

Page 37: ...t operate lever on side of seat Lever pumping action Electrically adjustable front seat 3 upward raises seat downward lowers seat 9 Warning Care must be taken when operating electrically adjustable se...

Page 38: ...sired seat position is reached Seat position see next column After adjusting the seat adjust height of seat belt see page 43 The seat backrest must not be tilted back too far recommended maximum tilti...

Page 39: ...the neck area is reduced Do not attach objects or components that are not approved for your vehicle to the head restraints These affect the protective effect of the head restraints and can be propell...

Page 40: ...s removed if the seat is occupied Front seat armrest 3 The armrest can be slid forwards Pull up and hold upper lever and slide the armrest forwards To return armrest to its rearmost position slide it...

Page 41: ...seat backrests onto the seat cushions To fold rear seat backrests separately unbuckle all three rear seat belts and ensure front seats are not in reclined position Push head restraints all the way do...

Page 42: ...t passenger and rear outboard seat occupants The three stages are activated in sequence depending on the seriousness of the accident z The automatic seat belt locking devices prevent the belt strap fr...

Page 43: ...r X for driver s seat belt reminder see page 68 Control indicator k for front passenger s seat belt reminder 3 see page 42 Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time They are only...

Page 44: ...the event of frontal collisions or side impacts of a certain severity belt buckles and seat belt retractors tighten the seat belts the shoulder and lap belts are instantaneously tightened to fit the o...

Page 45: ...oners are triggered z Do not make any modifications to the components of the belt tensioners as this may result in unintended actuation of the belt tensioners rendering the vehicle unroadworthy and ca...

Page 46: ...thing e g ballpoint pens keys spectacles because these could cause injury in the event of a collision Do not place anyobjects e g handbags between the belt and your body Front passenger s seat belt re...

Page 47: ...osition the release button so that you can unbuckle the seat belt quickly if necessary Child restraint systems 3 Vauxhall child restraint systems are designed specifically for your vehicle and thus pr...

Page 48: ...enter and exit the vehicle at the side facing away from the traffic z A child restraint system which has been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced z When the child restraint system is...

Page 49: ...kg or approx 6 to 12 years X U X U Universal suitability in conjunction with the three point seat belt Vehicle seat with ISOFIX mounting available When mounting with ISOFIX only ISOFIX child restraint...

Page 50: ...permitted in this weight and age class Size class Description A ISO F3 Forward facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg B ISO F2 Forward facing child...

Page 51: ...ront passenger s seat On outboard rear seats On centre rear seat 0 up to 10 kg or approx 10 months E ISO R1 X IL X 0 up to 13 kg or approx 2 years E ISO R1 X IL X D ISO R2 X IL X C ISO R3 X IL X I 9 t...

Page 52: ...ld child restraints which come equipped w ith top tether anchor attachments only Please be sure to follow the instructions provided with the Top Tether child restraint system For use of ISOFIX and Top...

Page 53: ...involving a side or rear impact where it would not be of benefit to the occupants 9 Warning The front airbag system provides optimum protection when the seat seat belt backrest and head restraint are...

Page 54: ...ty of the accident z depending on the type of impact z within the range shown in the illustration z independently of the front airbag system When triggered the side airbag inflates in milliseconds and...

Page 55: ...of frame and protects front seat and rear outboard seat occupants in the event of a severe side impact The curtain airbag system comprises z an airbag with inflator in the roof frame above the doors o...

Page 56: ...monitored electronically together with the belt tensioners and their operational readiness is shown by the red control indicator v in the instrument cluster When the ignition is switched on the contr...

Page 57: ...this area z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to clean the steering wheel instrument panel front seat backrests roof frame and seat area of the front seats Do not use any aggressive cleaning ag...

Page 58: ...the airbags were met z Do not perform any modifications to the components of the airbag systems as this willrender the vehicle unroadw orthy z We recommend having the steering wheel the instrument pan...

Page 59: ...move luggage compartment cover from side brackets It rolls up automatically Notes on loading the vehicle See page 59 To remove Open luggage compartment cover Pull socket on either side of cover toward...

Page 60: ...tting behind the rear seats remove the luggage compartment cover see page 55 When fitting in front of the rear seats fold down rear seat backrests see page 37 Open aperture covers on the roof frame an...

Page 61: ...e 56 Designed for carrying small light items only the luggage floor net 3 helps keep loads from moving during sharp turns or quick starts and stops To install attach the four net hooks to the lashing...

Page 62: ...ow er groove of rails move to desired position To lock the adapter swivel the handle plate up Compress the rods of the partition net slightly and insert in corresponding openings of the adapter The lo...

Page 63: ...or with safety net 3 installed behind rear seats objects must not be stacked higher than the seat backrests Unsecured objects in the luggage compartment would be thrown forward with great force in th...

Page 64: ...z The loadmust not obstruct the operation of the pedals handbrakeand gearshift lever or hinder the freedom of movement of the driver Do not place any unsecured objects in the interior z Bulky objects...

Page 65: ...e compartment Console box in front armrest 3 To open pull up lower lever and lift the lid To close lower lid and push it down until it latches into position To use the tray 3 ensure armrest is in its...

Page 66: ...ell Front passenger s seat undertray 3 Pull up on front of traythen pullit forw ards Push the tray towards the seat to return it to its original position Storage compartment 3 Located in rear of centr...

Page 67: ...lose Drink holders Located in the front 3 and rear of the centre console The front drink holder is a fixed size The rear drink holder is flexible allow ing different size drink containers to be stored...

Page 68: ...ace battery remove screw on ashtray lid and replace with CR2032 or equivalent battery Warning triangle 3 First aid kit 3 Your first aid kit and warning triangle can be accommodated below the floor cov...

Page 69: ...aximum power requirement of electrical accessories must not exceed 120 watts Do not connect any current delivering accessories e g electrical charging devices or batteries Connected electrical accesso...

Page 70: ...g Trailer indicator 3 Illuminates in green when a trailer is connected to the vehicle Extinguishes when the trailer is disconnected 4 Brake system Illuminates in red w hen ignition is switched on Exti...

Page 71: ...in yellow when ignition is switched on then extinguishes If it flashes during driving the AWD system is temporarily disabled If it illuminates there is a fault in the system Consult a workshop as soon...

Page 72: ...is running if driver s seat belt is not engaged it will flash for approx 90 seconds and then illuminate until driver s seat belt is fastened If vehicle speed exceeds approx 14 mph 22 km h control indi...

Page 73: ...the engine oilhas been changed the engine oil life monitor needs to be reset see page 191 N Preheating for diesel engines 3 Illuminated in yellow during preheating Preheating system switches on only i...

Page 74: ...icle and sw itch off engine The battery is not being charged and the engine cooling may be interrupted The brake servo unit may cease to be effective Interrupt your journey immediately Remove key and...

Page 75: ...engine speed range between approx 2000 and 3000 rpm and maintain an even vehicle speed to maximise fuel efficiency Speedometer Indicates the vehicle speed Odometer The odometer indicates how far the...

Page 76: ...stem as described on page 168 Because of the amount of fuelremaining in the tank the amount of fuel required to fill the tank may be less than the specified tank capacity Transmission display 3 Displa...

Page 77: ...system Some information appears on the display in an abbreviated form Infotainment system see Infotainment system instruction manual An F in the display indicates a fault Have the cause of the fault...

Page 78: ...n be accessed via the Board Information Display This is done via the menus and the buttons on the Infotainment system or with the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel The relevant menu options ar...

Page 79: ...Infotainment system Menu item Audio or System will appear Press the left arrow button to reach menu item Systemand select The first function of the System menu is marked Some of the functions appear...

Page 80: ...item for time synchronisation from the Settings menu Make the desired setting Setting date and time Select the menu item for time and date setting from the Settings menu Make the desired setting The s...

Page 81: ...fotainment system or the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel Some of the functions appear on the display in an abbreviated form Once a function has been selected the subsequent rows of the trip...

Page 82: ...omputer information Range Range is calculated from current fuel tank content and instantaneous consumption The display shows average values The vehicle updates the range automatically after a brief de...

Page 83: ...wer supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low the values stored in the trip computer will be lost Graphical Information Display 3 or Colour Information Display 3 select...

Page 84: ...t If check control 3 issues a w arning message the display is blocked from other functions Acknow ledge the message by pressing the multi function knob If there are several w arning messages acknowled...

Page 85: ...t found on all Infotainment systems on the Infotainment system call up main display Press the Settings button on the Infotainment system On Infotainment System CD 30 make sure no menu has been selecte...

Page 86: ...ical will be ticked see Fig 17340 T Language selection You can select the display language for some functions Select menu item Language from the Settings menu The available languages are displayed Sel...

Page 87: ...play can be adjusted to suit the light conditions black or coloured text on alight background or w hite or coloured text on a dark background Select menu item Day Night from the Settings menu The opti...

Page 88: ...e display shows average values After refuelling the vehicle updates the range automatically after a brief delay If the fuel in the tank will allow less than 30 miles 50 km of travel the warning Range...

Page 89: ...ion The measurement can be restarted at any time see Resetting trip computer information Resetting trip computer information The follow ing trip computer information can be reset restart measurements...

Page 90: ...ly If the power supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low the values stored in the trip computer will be lost Stop watch Select menu item Timer from the Board Computer...

Page 91: ...current pressure of each tyre is displayed Further information see page 141 Check control 3 In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system 3 if tyre pressure is too low the display indicates which...

Page 92: ...move stalk upwards Press stalk down from position J single swipe Further information see pages 195 199 201 Adjustable wiper interval To set the wiping interval to a value between 1 and 10 seconds Swi...

Page 93: ...es after the stalk has been released and once more after a 3 second delay 3 The headlight wash system 3 can only be operated when the headlights are on Wash fluid is sprayed onto the headlights The he...

Page 94: ...sound Wiper activated lighting 3 With light switch in AU TO position if windscreen w iper is operated for 8 cycles or more the exterior lights illuminate automatically Approach lighting 3 Depending u...

Page 95: ...uld always remain in the AUTO position To ensure automatic dipped beam activation functions properly do not cover the light sensor on top of the instrument panel Turn signal lights To activate press s...

Page 96: ...is in position 9 or the front fog lights are on and the light switch is in position 8 With automatic dipped beamactivation 3 sidelights and dipped beam come on simultaneously when the fog tail light i...

Page 97: ...ress button again To aid location of the pushbutton the red surface is illuminated when the ignition is switched on When the button is pressed its control indicator flashes in unison w ith the hazard...

Page 98: ...ivated by inserting the key in the starter switch or by pulling the turn signal stalk towards the steeringw heel again w hile the driver s door is open Instrument illumination information display illu...

Page 99: ...are closed the courtesy lights dim gradually after approx 10 seconds By pressing button d both front reading lights and the rear interior lights illuminate Press the button again to turn the lights of...

Page 100: ...lstay on for approx 10 minutes Front door lights can also be turned off immediately by pressing button K in the roof lining Starter switch illumination Comes on when you open a door Starter switch ill...

Page 101: ...s been switched off the key cannot be removed from the starter switch until the battery is recharged Headlights when driving abroad The asymmetrical dipped beam increases the field of vision on the ne...

Page 102: ...omestic radio using an overhead antenna z Changes in distance from the transmitter z multi path reception due to reflection and z shadowing may cause hissing noise distortion or loss of reception alto...

Page 103: ...n of a hands freeattachment with no outside antenna using the mobile telephone standards GSM 900 1800 1900 and UMTS may take place only if the maximum transmission power of the mobile telephone does n...

Page 104: ...he vehicle interior regardless of the weather outside temperature or season To ensure a constant and comfortable climate in the vehicle the temperature of inflowing air the airflow rate air distributi...

Page 105: ...Depending upon the position of the temperature rotary knob cold or heated air will be directed into the vehicle via these air vents The air supply is increased by switching on the fan The airflow can...

Page 106: ...ut Control indicator in switch indicates w hich of the three heating levels is active To switch heating off set heat output to the lowest level and press the switch again The control indicator will ex...

Page 107: ...te of airflow is determined by the fan The fan should therefore be switched on during driving M To head area via adjustable air vents L To head areavia adjustable air vents and to footwell K To footwe...

Page 108: ...id warming of the passenger s compartment z Activate air recirculation mode 4 z Set the air distribution rotary knob to K or L z Turn temperature rotary knob to red area for warm air z Set fan to 4 z...

Page 109: ...adjustable side air vents and direct them towards door windows z Switch on heated rear window For simultaneous warming of the footw ell set air distribution rotary knob to J Air conditioning n and ai...

Page 110: ...dual deterioration in air quality and an increase in humidity causing windows to mist up Driving with air recirculation mode on for extended periods may cause vehicle occupants to feel drowsy Press bu...

Page 111: ...windscreen demisting In very hot temperatures before starting the engine allow hot air to escape from the vehicle by opening the w indows and sunroof 3 When the air conditioning system is switched on...

Page 112: ...r regardless of the weather outside temperature or season To ensure a constant and comfortable climate in the vehicle the temperature of the inflow ing air the airflow rate air distribution mode air r...

Page 113: ...n into the vehicle The system is only operational when the engine is running Automatic mode Basic setting for maximum comfort z Press AUTO button z Open all air vents z Set temperature usingcentral ro...

Page 114: ...see page 103 airflow rate see page 103 air recirculation mode see page 106 air conditioning system see page 106 Window demisting and defrosting To clear misted or icy windows e g due to damp w eather...

Page 115: ...ing air conditioning compressor is switched on condensation forms which is expelled fromthe underside of the vehicle When cooling is switched on at least one of the adjustable centre or side air vents...

Page 116: ...icle will creep Never operate the brake pedal and accelerator simultaneously Selecting D puts the transmission in Automatic mode If the selector lever is moved to the left from position D Manual mode...

Page 117: ...in position P or N Depress footbrake or apply handbrake before starting Do not accelerate during the selection procedure P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral D Automatic mode 1 to 5 Selected gear...

Page 118: ...icle speed Gears can be skipped by moving the selector lever repeatedly at short intervals When starting on slippery surfaces move selector lever forwards to engage 2nd gear The selected gear is displ...

Page 119: ...e the engine braking effect when driving downhill select drive range 3 2 or if necessary 1 in good time The braking action is most effective in drive range 1 If drive range 1 is selected at too high a...

Page 120: ...rock the vehicle Turn the steering wheel fully from left to right to clear the area around the front tyres Move the selector lever betw een R and a forward gear in a repeat pattern while applying ligh...

Page 121: ...d The vehicle cannot move If the battery is flat the selector lever cannot be moved out of position P or N Start the vehicle using jump leads see page 169 If the cause of the interruption to the power...

Page 122: ...r When the ignition is switched on control indicator B illuminates for approx 4 seconds The system is ready for operation when the control indicator extinguishes If the control indicator flashes durin...

Page 123: ...If you feel uncomfortable about tackling a given situation do not attempt it Avoid protruding objects such as rocks or tree stumps that may damage the underbody and tyres of your vehicle Test the bra...

Page 124: ...d kit etc which may be desirable if you intend entering unfamiliar off road terrain A tow rope should be carried to allow the recovery vehicle to be placed clear of any adverse ground Your Vauxhall Au...

Page 125: ...mph 5 km h 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 corner of the vehi...

Page 126: ...h and over mechanical components and cause localised overheating and failure of parts especially in the engine compartment Ensure the radiator core and the area between the radiator and intercooler oi...

Page 127: ...ow and over ridges z Select the correct gear for the conditions z Use the engine s power of acceleration and deceleration with the correct gear to control the vehicle z Keep a firm grip on the outer r...

Page 128: ...ed with the engine switched off the vehicle can still be properly steered but considerably greater effort is necessary Driving in mountainous terrain or with a caravan trailer Electrically driven fan...

Page 129: ...higher engine speeds have been reached This allows the catalytic converter to quickly reach the temperature required for optimum pollutant reduction Correct gear selection Do not race your engine whil...

Page 130: ...miles kilometres with less fuel z Reduce the noise level and exhaust emissions by adopting an environment conscious driving style This is extremely worthwhile and improves quality of life Fuel consum...

Page 131: ...road resistance costs money in two ways for more fuel and increased tyre wear z Regular checks every 14 days pay off Electrical loads z The power consumption of electrical equipment increases fuel con...

Page 132: ...h an octane rating of 95 will ensure economical driving Fuel for diesel engines Diesel engines must be operated only on commercially available diesel fuel meeting the specifications of DIN EN 590 Sinc...

Page 133: ...nk has a limiting system which prevents overfilling of the tank Correct refuelling is largely dependent on correct operation of the dispensing pump z Insert dispensingpump as far as it willgo and swit...

Page 134: ...essary z If unburned fuel enters the catalytic converter this may result in overheating and irreparable damage to the catalytic converter You shouldtherefore avoid frequent cold starts unnecessarily l...

Page 135: ...nning indicates a fault that may damage the catalytic converter The vehicle s electronic system will switch to an emergency running programme so you may continue to drive without causing damage by slo...

Page 136: ...I illuminates or flashes you should continue driving and as soon as the road and traffic situation permits it increase speed to more than 30 mph 50 km h and diesel particle filter cleaning will start...

Page 137: ...he instrument cluster Some noise or vibration may be apparent The vehicle is now in a critical situation the ESC helps you to keep control of the vehicle and reminds you to match your speed to the roa...

Page 138: ...off Control indicator J illuminates in yellow for approx 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on With ESC active if wheels are slipping on wet snow y or icy roads engine speed may not increase when...

Page 139: ...Descent Control System The Descent Control System allows the vehicle to travel at a low speed without depressing the footbrake The vehicle willautomatically decelerate to a low speed and remain at th...

Page 140: ...he temperature drops below 350 C The yellow DCS control indicator 5 illuminates when there is a malfunction in the system due to the extremely high temperature over 400 C of friction material through...

Page 141: ...ery or greasy roads With automatic transmission only use cruise control while in D When cruise control is active reaction times may be increased due to the different position of the feet Control indic...

Page 142: ...With cruise control active press and hold the d button and release it when the desired vehicle speed is reached To decrease the speed in steps of 1 2 mph 2 km h tap the dbutton and release it When th...

Page 143: ...in neutral automatic transmission 3 in N or P with the handbrake applied or when vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The system can be deactivated manually by pressing button b on the instrume...

Page 144: ...e height of the vehicle constant when subjected to different loads in the rear e g when passengers are occupying the rear seats or when towing a caravan trailer This significantly improves driving con...

Page 145: ...s being driven with a load of up to 3 persons or a full load Once the ignition is switched on the system is operational and w ill continuously monitor the tyre pressures at speeds of approx 25 mph 40...

Page 146: ...the brakes is an important factor for traffic safety In the interest of effectiveness do not brake unnecessarily hard during the first 125 miles 200 km after new disc brake pads have been fitted Wear...

Page 147: ...he vehicle repeatedly pulls to one side under braking or brake noise is heard consult a workshop In order to utilise the full pedal travel particularly in the event of a brake circuit fault there must...

Page 148: ...gine is started Illuminates if handbrake is applied and or fluid level for brake hydraulics is too low Brake fluid level see page 193 If the control indicator stays lit the brakes do not operate as no...

Page 149: ...ition is sw itched on does not extinguish after approx 4 seconds or if it illuminates during driving there is a fault in the ABS The vehicle s brake system may remain operational without ABS regulatio...

Page 150: ...n pairs or for preference in sets Make sure that both tyres on an axle are z the same size z the same design z the same make z and have the same tread pattern Fit directionaltyres such that they rolli...

Page 151: ...ncrease tyre wear If the pressure is too low this can result in considerable tyre warm up and internal damage leading to tread separation and even to tyre blow out at high speeds Hidden tyre damage is...

Page 152: ...e legal permissible minimum tread depth 1 6 mm has been reached when the tread has worn down as far as one of the w ear indicators A number of wear indicators are spaced at equal intervals around the...

Page 153: ...r If winter tyres are installed that have not been approved for your vehicle ESC performance may be affected Consult a workshop regarding availability of approved winter tyres Wheel trims 3 If the whe...

Page 154: ...attempt to use the spare tyre on a different wheel or use a different tyre on the spare wheel as they will not fit For notes on the temporary spare wheel see page 175 Ensure the temporary spare wheel...

Page 155: ...transportation A multi function box 3 is offered as an accessory for the carrier system The transportation of other objects is not permitted Extend Flex Fix system Open tailgate see page 22 Raise the...

Page 156: ...plate holder and fully insert the holder supports into the retainers Install the tail lights Remove the left tail light 1 then the right tail light 2 from the storage bay Open out the light support on...

Page 157: ...x Fix system Swivel the left clamping lever 1 outwards first followed by the right clamping lever 2 until they stop Both clamping levers must point backw ards otherwise safe functionality is not guara...

Page 158: ...ve the pedal crank mounts from the pedal crank recesses Adapting the Flex Fix system to a bicycle With the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess roughly adapt the adjustable pedal crank unit to the p...

Page 159: ...bicycle has curved pedal cranks screw in the pedal crank unit all the way position 1 see illustration Press the release lever and withdraw the wheel recesses Push the release lever on the strap retain...

Page 160: ...t have its front wheel facing left The rear bicycle must have its front wheel facing right Attaching a bicycle to the Flex Fix system Put on the bicycle The pedal crank here must be placed in the peda...

Page 161: ...on the bicycle nor the pedal crank should be touching the pedal crank recess Align the bicycle in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle Slightly loosen the pedal bearing mount see page 154 Fig 14...

Page 162: ...on the pedal crank recess should be noted and saved for each bicycle Correct presetting will facilitate refitting of the bicycle Removing a bicycle from the Flex Fix system Undo strap retainers on bot...

Page 163: ...l tightly downwards as far as possible Press release lever and slide in w heel recesses all the way as far as they w ill go Disengage the locking lever on the diagonal support and fold both pedal cran...

Page 164: ...r respective recesses Push the clamping lever and pull both light supports out of the recesses Fold in the light supports on the backs of the tail lights First place the right tail light 1 then the le...

Page 165: ...h we recommend having this retro fitted by a workshop who will advise you on any possible towed load increases The workshop has instructions on how to install the trailer hitch and making any changes...

Page 166: ...r The coupling ball bar is kept in a bag fastened with a strap and is stowed below the floor cover in the luggage compartment Fitting the coupling ball bar Remove sealing plug from the hole for the co...

Page 167: ...he lock cylinder of the coupling ball bar Remove key Important Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly attached z Green marking must be visible on lever z Coupling ball bar must be seated firmly...

Page 168: ...paratus The permissible caravan trailer loads for your vehicle are given in the vehicle papers Unless otherwise stated they are valid for gradients up to max 12 The permissible caravan trailer load sh...

Page 169: ...g the coupling socket load make sure that the drawbar of the loaded caravan trailer is at the same height as it will be when the caravan trailer is coupled with the towing vehicle loaded This is parti...

Page 170: ...h 30 km h in 1st gear or 30 mph 50 km h in 2nd gear Make sure that you have enough room when cornering and avoid sudden manoeuvres If the caravan trailer starts to sway drive more slowly do not attemp...

Page 171: ...he engine shift into gear and release the handbrake Release footbrake and drive slowly until the caravan trailer is clear of the w heel blocks Stop the vehicle and have someone pick up the blocks If p...

Page 172: ...ill then be unlocked and will partially open R eturn release lever to its original position Do not pull release lever while the vehicle is moving Diesel fuel system bleeding 168 Bonnet 168 Starting 16...

Page 173: ...lectronic components Do not start by pushing or towing Because your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter it must not be started by pushing or tow ing see page 130 The vehicle can only be start...

Page 174: ...e vehicle z Sw itch off all unnecessary electrical consumers Infotainment system may be damaged if switched on while jump starting z Do not lean over the battery during jump starting procedure z Do no...

Page 175: ...for recharging z Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads Towing Towing the vehicle Attach a tow rope 3 or better still a tow rod 3 to the front towing eye located under the front bumper Do...

Page 176: ...r vehicle only to the towing service of your choice and obtain an estimate on towing costs before employing any towing service This will prevent unnecessary expense and possible insurance problems dur...

Page 177: ...ocated in the luggage compartment below the floor cover To remove the jack and vehicle tools open the tailgate Push both levers on the floor cover towards the handle and pull up the floor cover by the...

Page 178: ...oor cover by the handle see page 173 Fig S 13700 Hang the hook to the upper part of the tailgate opening see page 59 Fig S 13419 Remove the retainer by rotating it anticlockwise and remove spare w hee...

Page 179: ...ages 150 178 218 Notes on directional tyres 3 Tyres with a prescribed rotating direction can only achieve their maximum performance if they are fitted in the prescribed rotating direction If a tyre or...

Page 180: ...hick should be placed under the jack Using a thicker board could lead to damage of the jack and the vehicle z Do not raise the vehicle more than is necessary to change a wheel z No people or animals m...

Page 181: ...perly positioned The jack base must be on the ground directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping 5 Attach wrench to eye of threaded rod and turn crank to raise vehicle...

Page 182: ...e ground 10 Tighten wheel nuts in a cross wise sequence putting the w rench on as far as possible 11 Stow replaced wheel in luggage compartment 12 Stow the jacking equipment and warning triangle 3 see...

Page 183: ...uses Only install fuses of the specified rating Each fuse has its rating written on it in addition the fuses are colour coded Fuses and the most important circuits they protect Instrument panel fusebo...

Page 184: ...t wash 15 A 15 Rear cluster 10 A 16 Air conditioning 15 A 17 Body Control Module 20 A 18 Body Control Module 15 A 19 Starter switch 2 A 20 Fog tail light 10 A 21 Airbag 10 A 22 Front door lock 15 A 23...

Page 185: ...mpartment fusebox risk of injury Some circuits may be protected by several fuses No Circuit Rating 1 Engine 1 15 A 2 Engine 2 15 A 3 Engine Control M odule 20 A 4 Engine 3 15 A 5 Air conditioning 10 A...

Page 186: ...adjustment 3 must be set to 7 Headlightremoval For bulb replacement it is necessary to first remove the headlight assembly 1 Switch off ignition and headlight switch 2 Open the bonnet release the 11 r...

Page 187: ...ee page 182 2 Remove headlight cap and withdraw bulb holder located next to main beam bulb from light assembly 3 Remove bulb from bulb holder by pulling it straight out 4 Installnew bulb using a lint...

Page 188: ...r in light assembly by rotating it clockwise 6 Reinstall headlight assembly Front turn signal lights 1 Remove headlight assembly see page 182 2 Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and withdraw bulb holde...

Page 189: ...r Side repeater lights 1 Using a suitable screwdriver pry light assembly away from wing 2 Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise 3 Remove bulb from light assembly by pulling bulb straight out of bulb holder...

Page 190: ...light covers 2 Remove bulb holder from light assembly by rotating it anticlockwise 3 Pull bulb straight out of bulb holder 4 Install new bulb 5 Reinstall bulb holder into light assembly rotate bulb ho...

Page 191: ...tall light lens in roof lining Luggage compartment lights 3 1 Using a suitable screwdriver remove lens from light assembly 2 Remove bulb 3 Install new bulb 4 Reinstall lens to light assembly Front doo...

Page 192: ...hanges and ensure that the part is installed correctly A note on safety To avoid the possibility of injury only carry out engine compartment checks e g checking the brake fluid level or the engine oil...

Page 193: ...ld be checked every 300 miles 500 km or before starting a long trip The illustrations show checking and replenishing the engine oil in the Z 24 petrol engine and the Z 20 diesel engine respectively To...

Page 194: ...n replenishing attempt to use the same type of engine oil as used at the last oil change Capacities see page 220 A stabilization of the engine oil consumption will not take place until the vehicle has...

Page 195: ...change Place a container underneath the filter housing Turn drain plug located on the left of the filter housing anticlockwise using a suitable screwdriver to drain off the water The filter is drained...

Page 196: ...refore strongly recommend the use of anti freeze that has been approved by Vauxhall Anti freeze and corrosion protection Before the start of the cold weather season have the coolant checked for correc...

Page 197: ...ant temperature Control indicator W illuminates when coolant temperature is too high Check coolant level z Coolant level low Top up coolant Pay attention to the instructions given under Anti freeze an...

Page 198: ...in the instrument cluster see page 66 After correcting the brake fluid level have the cause of the loss remedied by a workshop Brake fluid change As brake fluid is hygroscopic it absorbs water Vapour...

Page 199: ...ice as this could damage the glass the wiper blades or the wiper system If the wiper becomes frozen on to the glass we recommend that it be released w ith the aid of Vauxhall De icer Spray before sta...

Page 200: ...ls will cause clogging in the system In cold weather do not fill the windscreen wash fluid reservoir more than three quarters full to allow enough room for expansion if the fluid freezes and to preven...

Page 201: ...ons z Set date and time in the information display see pages 76 82 z If necessary activate the electric windows and sunroof 3 see pages 28 30 In order to prevent the battery from discharging some cons...

Page 202: ...battery i e do not confuse the terminals for the positive and negative leads When connecting start with the positive lead and then connect the negative lead Vehicle storage If your vehicle is to be st...

Page 203: ...chable rod antenna by unscrewing it Do not use high pressure jet cleaners If you wash your vehicle by hand make sure that the insides of the wings are also thoroughly rinsed out Do not use household d...

Page 204: ...damage seat upholstery Make sure that Velcro fasteners are closed Do not use cleaning agents such as acetone carbon tetrachloride paint thinner paint remover nail varnish remover washing powder or ble...

Page 205: ...ents in the engine compartment axle components with steering body parts and cavities thoroughly preserved with protective wax after the wash An engine w ash can be performed in the spring in order to...

Page 206: ...paces provided in the Service and Warranty Booklet The date and mileage kilometre reading is completed w ith the stamp and signature of the servicing workshop Make sure that the Service and Warranty B...

Page 207: ...Remote control batteries replace Every 2 years Windscreen wiper windscreen wash system check correct x x x Coolant level and anti freeze check correct Record anti freeze concentration in Service and...

Page 208: ...oil life monitoring it may be necessary to change the engine oil earlier control indicator illuminates Additional operations o Under extreme operatin g conditions and if required by country specific c...

Page 209: ...leaks x x x Steering system boots track rods final drive visual check x x x Track rod end and supporting ball joint check x x x Brake and clutch fluid change Every 2 years Wheel fastening loosen and...

Page 210: ...d starts z stop and go z trailer caravan towing z gradients and or high altitudes z poor road surfaces z sand and dust z extreme temperature fluctuations Police vehicles taxis and driving school vehic...

Page 211: ...M LL B 025 and is therefore suitable for both petrol and diesel engines 9 Warning Operating materials are hazardous and must be handled with the appropriate level of care If consumed seek medical atte...

Page 212: ...ne oil additives The use of engine oil additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty Engine oil viscosity SAE 0W 30 0W 40 5W 30 or 5W 40 The SAE viscosity rating defines the ability of an o...

Page 213: ...erval Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water absorption Ensure it does not become contaminated with fluids containing mineral oil oil petrol cleaner as this can damage the s...

Page 214: ...aximum front and rear axle loads respectively Observe these limits when using the full load or towing capacity of your vehicle Information on identification plate1 1 Manufacturer 2 Trim level 3 Colour...

Page 215: ...irewall Engine identifier code and engine number stamped on the cylinder block under the engine s exhaust manifold petrolengines or the intake manifold diesel engines Coolant brake fluid oils Use appr...

Page 216: ...nt RON 2 unleaded or unleaded 2 Stan dard high quality fuels e g unleaded DIN EN 228 value printed in bold recommended fuel 913 4 953 3 Kn ock control system automatically adjusts ignition timing acco...

Page 217: ...ight with out driver plu s 200 kg payload Optional equipment cou ld reduce the specified maximu m speed of th e vehicle 109 175 106 170 112 181 111 178 Engine 1 1 Sales designation see page 212 Z 24 X...

Page 218: ...n of CO2 emission is also a constituent of the directive The figures given must not be taken as a guarantee for the actual fuel consumption of a particular vehicle All values are based on the EU base...

Page 219: ...signation see page 21 2 Z 24 XE Z 20 DM H Manual transmission Automatic transmission urban extra urban total CO2 13 3 14 1 7 3 7 7 9 6 10 1 229 240 8 7 10 9 6 8 7 3 7 6 8 6 198 238 Engine1 1 Sales des...

Page 220: ...n on the vehicle identification plate The combined total of front and rear axle loads must not exceed the permissible Gross Vehicle Weight For example if the front axle load is being fully utilized th...

Page 221: ...heel Drive Manual Automatic transmission Front Wheel Drive M anual Automatic transmission Z 24 XE 1805 1825 1730 Z 20 DMH 1845 1865 1 The Gross Train Weight GTW alon g with th e Gross Vehicle Weight G...

Page 222: ...er form Further information see page 146 Winter tyres 3 Alltyre sizes are permissible as winter tyres tyres of size 215 70 R 16 are recommended Use of the spare wheel may alter vehicle handling Obtain...

Page 223: ...ure for full load Further information see pages 146 to 150 1 1 bar corresponds to 100 kPa 14 5 psi Tyre pressure for load of up to 4 persons Tyre pressure for full load Engine1 1 Sales designation see...

Page 224: ...quency remote control CR 2032 or equivalent CR 2032 or equivalent Engine1 1 Sales designation see page 212 Z 24 XE Z 20 DM H Engine coolant 9 0 9 0 Fuel tank 65 65 Engine oil with filter change 4 7 6...

Page 225: ...6 Width mm 1850 Overall height with roof rails mm 1747 Wheelbase mm 2707 Track w idth mm Front Rear 1562 1572 Turning circle diameter wall to wall m 12 78 Maximum wading depth mm at 3 mph 5 km h 450 A...

Page 226: ...railer towing equipment Dimension mm A 416 B 507 C 482 D 734 E 1039 F fully laden 353 G at kerbweight 446 9 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle We recommend entrusting fitting...

Page 227: ...Technical data 223...

Page 228: ...omatic air recirculation 109 Automatic anti dazzle exterior mirrors 27 Automatic anti dazzle interior mirror 28 Automatic dipped beam activation 91 Automatic level control 94 140 Automatic transmissio...

Page 229: ...tem 66 144 194 Change engine oil 69 191 Coolant temperature 67 193 Cruise control 69 137 Descent Control System 67 135 136 Diesel particle filter 69 132 Doors 68 Driver s seat belt reminder 68 Electro...

Page 230: ...consumption 189 220 Engine oil life monitor 69 191 204 Engine oil pressure 70 Engine oil quality 207 Engine oils 211 Engine speed 71 Engine w ash 201 Environmental protection 191 198 ESC Electronic S...

Page 231: ...04 105 With Electronic Climate Control 109 110 Heating the footwell 105 Height adjustment Head restraints 4 35 Seat belts 43 Steering wheel 9 High pressure cleaners 140 164 199 200 Horn 11 Hydraulic B...

Page 232: ...9 207 Additives 208 Topping up 208 Viscosity 208 Oil and filter change 202 204 Oil change 190 Oil filter change 190 Oil level and consumption 189 220 Oil life monitor 69 191 204 Oil pressure 70 Oil qu...

Page 233: ...l 150 174 Speed 126 127 Fuel consumption 126 Speedometer 71 Starter switch 9 Illumination 96 Starting on inclines 167 Starting the engine 9 15 Self help 169 Steam jet cleaners 140 164 199 200 Steering...

Page 234: ...g messages 75 80 Warning triangle 64 174 Washing the vehicle 199 Weights 216 Wheel condition 147 Wheel trims 149 Wheels tyres 146 Windows 12 28 102 Demisting and defrosting 13 105 110 Windscreen wash...

Page 235: ...Index 231...

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