Vauxhall Meriva Owner'S Manual Download

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Seats, Interior

Installing The Travel Assistant

Low er centre seat

52.

Insert Travel Assista nt in rear recesses on
back of middle seat.

Fold Trav el Assistant down and audibly
engage in front recesses.

Arm rest

The arm rest can be m oved and therefore

ada pted to the position of the outboard
seats.

Warning

If it is not correctly engaged , the Trav el
Assistant can be prop elled forward w ith

considera ble force if hard braking
oc curs, p ossibly causing injury.

Summary of Contents for Meriva

Page 1: ...VAUXHALL Meriva Operation Safety Maintenance Owner s Manual Model Year 2010 Edition June 2009 TS 1578 A 10...

Page 2: ...e sections Technical Data and Service and maintenance as well as on the identification plate Fuel Designation Engine oil Grade Viscosity Tyre pressure Tyre size with up to 3 people with full load Summ...

Page 3: ...Its index will help you find what you want z Yellow arrow s in the illustrations serve as points of reference or indicate some action to be performed z Black arrows in the illustrations indicate a rea...

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Page 5: ...D 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 Vauxhall Authorised...

Page 6: ...ilgate upwards Door locks 3 24 key 3 24 remote control 3 26 central locking system 3 28 anti theft locking system 3 3 29 tailgate 3 30 Vauxhallalarm system 3 3 32 To adjust front seat leg room Pull ha...

Page 7: ...ever Lift lever and relieve some weight from seat to raise it or press dow n on seat with body weight to lower it Seats 3 42 Seat position 3 43 Head restraint height of front and rear outer seats Tip...

Page 8: ...red button on belt buckle Three point seat belt 3 57 Airbag system 3 3 65 seat position 3 43 To adjust interior mirror by swivelling Swivel lever 3 on underside of mirror housing to reduce dazzle Int...

Page 9: ...itch Mirror 3 34 Aspherical exterior mirrors 3 3 35 Swinging in exterior mirror 3 35 Heated exterior mirrors 3 3 11 3 39 Steering wheel adjustment 3 Swivel lever down adjust height swivel lever up eng...

Page 10: ...6 In Brief...

Page 11: ...tem headlamp washer system 3 and rear window washer system 3 3 10 3 98 11 Parking lamps dipped beam 3 100 Courtesy lamp 3 106 Instrument illumination 3 106 Fog tail lamp 3 102 Front fog lamps 3 3 101...

Page 12: ...2 O Turn signal lamps 3 9 3 82 C Main beam 3 9 3 82 Preheating system 3 Diesel particle filter 3 3 84 j Easytronic 3 starting the engine 3 3 128 T Easytronic 3 Winter programme 3 130 m Cruise control...

Page 13: ...dipped beam Main beam headlamp flash 3 101 Turn signals Turn signal lamps 3 101 7 Off 8 Parking lamps 9 Dipped or main beam Fog lamps 3 r Fog tail lamp Headlamp flash Pull stalk towards steering whee...

Page 14: ...he button Hazard warning lamps 3 102 Horn Press j Airbag system 3 3 65 Steering wheel remote control 3 3 109 Windscreen wipers Windscreen w ipers 3 98 adjustable wipe interval 3 3 98 further informati...

Page 15: ...n washer system and headlamp washer system 3 3 99 Further information 3 196 3 210 Rear window wiper and washer system Rear w indow wash and wipe system 3 99 Wiper blades 3 210 Car care 3 196 Heated re...

Page 16: ...3 120 To set automatic mode ofclimate control system 3 Press AUTO button select temperature with rotary knob open air vents Climate control system 3 3 120 Manual transmission Reverse gear With vehicle...

Page 17: ...irt snow and ice and operational z Seats seat belts and mirrors are correctly adjusted 3 42 3 57 3 34 z Check brake function at low speed particularly if the brakes are wet Steering column lock and ig...

Page 18: ...s foot brake at the same time z Switch off engine and ignition Turn the ignition key to position 0 and pull it out Turn the steering wheel until it is clear that the steering lock has engaged anti the...

Page 19: ...ns may run after the engine has been switched off 3 204 z After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx 30 seconds...

Page 20: ...ing outboard rear seats front rear z Pull handle under seat z Slide seat z Release handle and allow seat to engage in position When pushing the seats back to prevent damage make sure the backrests are...

Page 21: ...head restraint all the way down z Pull release handle at rear of centre backrest Tilt backrest forward and engage Configuration 1 with three rear seats z Adjust backrest to centre position z Pull han...

Page 22: ...at backrest z Fold down outboard rear seat backrests z To achieve a level loading surface pull release handle on back of backrest and push seat down until it latches into position Airbag system The ai...

Page 23: ...the curtain airbag system triggers and provides a safety barrier in the head area of the vehicle This considerably reduces the risk of injury to the head in the event of a side on collision Airbag sys...

Page 24: ...sistant upwards out of recesses z There is acarrying handle on the back to facilitate transport Operating menus via the information display 3 Menu options are selected using menus and using the button...

Page 25: ...h steering wheel buttons 3 Select menu options via the menus and the buttons Information display 3 88 Trip computer 3 Functions z Range z Instantaneous consumption z Distance travelled z Average speed...

Page 26: ...ystem 3 109 Rear seat audio system 3 Tw in Audio allows rear seat occupants the choice between the audio source played on the Infotainment system or an alternative audio source Rear seat audio system...

Page 27: ...cornering light for the relevant side When the turn signal is switched off the cornering light continues to illuminate for 15 seconds Adaptive Forward Lighting 3 3 104 Diesel particle filter 3 The die...

Page 28: ...eration Key with retractable key blade 3 Press button to extend To retract press button and audibly engage key blade Car Pass The Car Pass contains safety related vehicle data and should therefore be...

Page 29: ...indicator flashes w hen the ignition is on there is a fault in the system the engine cannot be started Switch off the ignition and then repeat the start attempt If the control indicator A continues t...

Page 30: ...ft locking system 3 z Vauxhall alarm system 3 In vehicles with electric windows in all doors 3 the radio remote control can be used to closed the windows The remote control has a range of approx 5 met...

Page 31: ...igher power radio waves from other sources Opening the vehicle 3 30 Remote control battery replacement Replace the battery as soon as the range of the remote control begins to shrink Batteries do not...

Page 32: ...ge compartment by pulling the button in the handle recess When the mechanical anti theft locking system 3 is enabled the doors cannot be unlocked by pulling up the lock buttons Country specific versio...

Page 33: ...e doors lock again automatically a short time after unlocking the vehicle using the remote control if no door is opened in the meantime z To lock the doors from inside e g to prevent unwanted entry fr...

Page 34: ...em To unlock Turn key clockwise in driver s door lock return to the vertical position and remove The driver s door is unlocked The other doors can be unlocked by pulling the interior lock buttons not...

Page 35: ...e tailgate in the open position To close Close the tailgate using the handle on the inside of the tailgate Do not press the release button in the trim recess while closing as this will unlock it again...

Page 36: ...the driver s door must be opened and closed once so that the Vauxhall alarm system can be switched on Activation without monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle tilt Switch on e g if animals a...

Page 37: ...ss button q on remote control unit or switch on ignition In the case of a malfunction in the remote control use the key to unlock the vehicle 3 30 If the alarm is triggered w hen the driver s door is...

Page 38: ...nd triggers the alarm if the network is manipulated e g if the vehicle s battery is disconnected by unauthorised persons The alarm siren has its own power supply and is therefore not dependent on the...

Page 39: ...exterior mirrors can be folded in by a slight pressure on the outer edge of the housing Electric 3 Press button and both exterior mirrors fold in Press button again and both exterior mirrors swivel b...

Page 40: ...On vehicles with electronic climate control appears on the climate control display Heating works with the engine runningand is switched off automatically after a few minutes Interior mirror Swivel mir...

Page 41: ...can be operated using window winders Electric windows 3 Operational readiness Operable when the ignition key is in position 1 Button illumination indicates operational readiness Operational readiness...

Page 42: ...repeatedly tap the switch for the window in question untilthe window has been closed in stages Child safety system for rear windows 3 Switch between the rocker sw itches in the handle on the driver s...

Page 43: ...on when the dieselparticle filter is being cleaned 3 depending on the engine Climate control 3 112 Overload If the windows are repeatedly operated at short intervals the power supply is briefly cut o...

Page 44: ...roof closed press button until sun roof is open To low er Press button l until the sun roof is closed Rear roof tilting sun roof Right rocker switch and w between the sun visors Operable with the ign...

Page 45: ...the top of the roof is wet raise roof allow water to run off and then open roof z When using a roof rack check the clearance of the sun roof to avoid damage Fault If the electric drive fails the syste...

Page 46: ...compartment extension 51 Luggage compartment cover 3 53 Safety net 3 54 Lashing eyes 55 Bag hangers 3 55 Notes on loading the vehicle 56 Three stage safety system 57 Three point seat belts 57 Belt ten...

Page 47: ...upport 3 Turn side hand wheel on backrest w hile relieving the load on the backrest Seat position z Sit with your buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible Adjust the distance between your...

Page 48: ...of clearance between your head and the headlining Your thighs should rest lightly on the seat without pressing into it z Adjust the head restraint z Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 60 z Adjust th...

Page 49: ...n The middle of the head restraint should be at eye level If this is not possible for extremely tall persons set to highest position and set to low est position for small persons Active head restraint...

Page 50: ...e unoccupied front passenger seat Armrest 3 Armrest at driver s seat Push raised armrest backward against resistance and fold down The armrest can be moved to different positions in stages by lifting...

Page 51: ...iddle seat Fold Travel Assistant down and audibly engage in front recesses Armrest The arm rest can be moved and therefore adapted to the position of the outboard seats 9 Warning If it is not correctl...

Page 52: ...r Tray There is a tray beneath the armrest Open tray by pushing upper button Drink holder Open drink holder on front by pressing front face Dismantling the Travel Assistant Press low er button on the...

Page 53: ...ng outboard rear seats front rear The rear outboard seats can be individually adjusted front rear Pull handle under seat move seat release handle and allow seat to engage When pushing the seats back t...

Page 54: ...tion 2 the centre seat is low ered The luggage compartment can only be extended in configuration 1 3 51 To extend the luggage compartment the outboard seats can be lowered slightly 3 52 Configuration...

Page 55: ...ition Luggage compartment extension To increase the size of the luggage compartment you can z fold down the outboard rear seat backrests z lower the middle seat z lower the folded outboard seats z fol...

Page 56: ...of the centre seat backrest see figure Fold backrest forward and engage The entire seat is lowered Raise centre seat Pull release handle on the back of the backrest erect the backrest and engage the...

Page 57: ...the seat as a seat in the higher position Fold down passenger seat backrest 3 Push head restraint all the way down or remove 3 3 3 44 Push front passenger seat back Lift release lever and fold front...

Page 58: ...rear seat backrests forward see Extending the luggage compartment 3 51 The roof frame contains two mounting openings Open covers Hang the upper net rod first in one opening and then in the other side...

Page 59: ...the luggage compartment cover 3 3 53 lift floor covering at handle recess and tip forward 3 169 Position safety net at the front in the recesses Lashing eyes Lashing eyes are provided to secure objec...

Page 60: ...ered z Items loadedmust not prevent operation of the pedals hand brake and gears or obstruct the freedom of movement of the driver Do not place loose objects in the interior z Do not drive with luggag...

Page 61: ...d the body loading is reduced z The airbag systems are also triggered in the event of severe accidents and form a safety cushion for the occupants Read the instructions supplied with the child restrai...

Page 62: ...onents replaced Have seat belts and deployed belt tensioners replaced by an authorised workshop after an accident Make sure that seat belts are not damaged or trapped by sharp edged objects Belt tensi...

Page 63: ...ll invalidate the vehicle type approval z The belt tensioner and airbag system control electronics can be found in the centre console area In order to avoid malfunctions do not store magnetic objects...

Page 64: ...ng certain it is not twisted and engage the latch plate in the buckle Tension the lap belt frequently whilst driving by tugging the shoulder belt Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting...

Page 65: ...belt To release seat belt press red button on belt buckle Three point seat belt on centre rear seat Pull latch plates out of belt retainer in roof Click bottom latch plate into right hand buckle 1 at...

Page 66: ...ver locked together latch plates against the seat belt Insert in the seat belt holder in the roof with the lower latch plate pointing forward Mounting clips 3 for ISOFIX child restraint systems The IS...

Page 67: ...y are sitting upright 9 Warning Child restraint systems must not be carried on a passenger s lap Danger to life Permissible options for fitting a child safety seat1 1 For reasons of safety we recommen...

Page 68: ...ccupancy recognition and Vauxhall childrestraint systems with transponders The front passenger seat must also have a height adjusting facility move to highest position slide front passenger seat all t...

Page 69: ...f the accident z depending on the type of impact z within the range shown in the illustration z independently of the side airbag system 3 and curtain airbag system 3 The ignition must be switched on E...

Page 70: ...ced in an accident The front airbag system will not be triggered in the event of z the ignition being switched off z minor frontal collisions z accidents in which the vehicle overturns z collisions in...

Page 71: ...AG The side airbag system comprises z an airbag with inflator in the back of the driver s and front passenger seat respectively z the control electronics z the side impact sensors z the control indica...

Page 72: ...es the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side on collision The side airbags willnot be triggeredin the event of z the ignition being switched off z frontal collisions z acc...

Page 73: ...l The curtain airbag system will be triggered z depending on the severity of the accident z depending on the type of impact z within the range shown in the illustration on the centre door pillar of th...

Page 74: ...self diagnostics allows faults to be quickly remedied Seat occupancy recognition 3 The seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side front passenger airbags if the front passenger s...

Page 75: ...ponders 3 is indicated after the ignition has been switched on by permanent illumination of the control indicator y in the courtesy lamp as soon as the seat occupancy recognition system has detected t...

Page 76: ...er s seat cushion or cover any of those areas with other materials z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to clean the steering wheel instrument panel front seat backrests roof frame and seat cush...

Page 77: ...children who are travelling in child restraint systems with transponders 3 z In vehicles with seat occupancy recognition 3 do not place any heavy objects on the front passenger seat otherwise the air...

Page 78: ...seat backrests Seat occupancy recognition 3 3 70 9 Warning Vehicles with front passenger airbag 3 without side airbag 3 Child seats facing the rear of the vehicle must not be installed on the front pa...

Page 79: ...after the ignition is switched on the vehicle is equipped with seat occupancy recognition 3 70 The seat occupancy recognition system detects Vauxhall child restraint systems with transponders 3 and s...

Page 80: ...seats and in the luggage compartment Accessory sockets are operable when the ignition is switched on Use of the sockets while the engine is not running w ill drain the battery Do not exceed the maximu...

Page 81: ...ted To empty grip both sides of the ashtray insert at the spots illustrated and pull upwards Rear ashtray 3 The ashtray is in the rear centre console To open pull ashtray towards the back of the vehic...

Page 82: ...ts Stowage compartment 3 beneath passenger seat Lift stowage compartment by grasping recessed edge and pull out Maximum load 1 kg To close the stowage compartment push it in and engage Glove compartme...

Page 83: ...ed in the front seat backrests Open by pulling upward until it engages Fold aw ay by pressing down past the resistance point Do not place any heavy objects on the table Coin holder 3 In the centre con...

Page 84: ...rsions The colours of the controlindicators mean X Seat belt 3 Control indicator lights up red This comes on after turning on the ignition with warning tone until the seat belt is done up Fasten seat...

Page 85: ...ault is stillthere when the engine is started again contact a workshop for assistance For vehicles with diesel engine the diesel fuel filter may need to be drained of water 3 207 Flashes when the igni...

Page 86: ...drive wheels 9 Warning When the engine is off considerably more force is needed to brake and steer Do not remove key until vehicle has come to a standstill otherwise the steering column lock could en...

Page 87: ...em clutch system Control indicator lights up or flashes red Illuminated Illuminates when the ignition is switched on if the hand brake is applied 3 149 Lights up when the hand brake is released when t...

Page 88: ...immediately Never let the tank run dry Erratic fuel supply can cause catalytic converter to overheat 3 140 Diesel engines Bleed the fuel system after running empty 3 163 1 EPS Electric Power Steering...

Page 89: ...le Speedometer Speed display Mileage display If the ignition is off the mileage is displayed for approx 15 seconds by briefly pressing the reset knob Top line Trip odometer Displays the number of mile...

Page 90: ...If the fuel level is too low a warning lamp lights up Y When the light flashes refuelas soon as possible Never run the tank dry Because of the fuel remaining in the tank the amount of fuel required t...

Page 91: ...make a service appointment with a workshop as soon as possible Maintenance Inspection system 3 203 Transmission display 3 Display of current gear or mode with Easytronic 3 Easytronic transmission 3 3...

Page 92: ...ation display 3 Colour information display 3 Display of time outside temperature and date infotainment system when it is on The colour information display presents the information in colour The type o...

Page 93: ...r icy road conditions When temperature increases to at least 5 C the symbol goes out In vehicles with graphical information display 3 or colour information display 3 a warning message Slippery road ap...

Page 94: ...d that you sw itch off automatic time synchronisation Activate setting mode and set it to year setting Hold the button depressed about 3 seconds until flashes in the display and RDS TIME appears The f...

Page 95: ...function knob 3 Turn the multifunction knob to highlight menu items or commands and to select function areas Press the multifunction knob to select the highlighted item or confirm a command To exit a...

Page 96: ...in button 3 not found on all infotainment systems on the infotainment system call up main display Press the Settings button of the infotainment system On Infotainment System CD 30 make sure no menu ha...

Page 97: ...Date menu Language selection You can select the display language for some functions Select menu item Language from the Settings menu The available languages are displayed Select the desired language...

Page 98: ...play brightness is independent of vehicle lighting Settings are made as follows Select menu item Day Night from the Settings menu The options are displayed Automatic adapted based on vehicle lighting...

Page 99: ...e the trip computer Range Range is calculated from current fuel tank content and instantaneous consumption The display shows average values After refuelling the vehicle updates the range automatically...

Page 100: ...rt trip computer The measurement or calculation of the following trip computer information can be restarted z Distance z Average speed z Effective consumption z Average consumption Select BC 1 or BC 2...

Page 101: ...isplayed To start select menu item Start To stop select menu item Stop To reset select menu item Reset The desired stop watch display can be selected from the Options menu 3 Driving Time excl Stops Th...

Page 102: ...ignition switch z with parking lamps or dipped beam on z if the turn signal stalk is engaged Windscreen wipers To activate press stalk briefly up Adjustable wipe interval 3 Setting wiper interval to...

Page 103: ...rs move back and forth a few times When the lights are sw itched on windscreen wash is also squirted onto the headlamps Rear window washer and wiper system Push stalk forwards The rear w indow wiper w...

Page 104: ...ched off Follow the regulations of the country in which you are driving w hen using daytime running lights and front fog lamps 3 Driving abroad 3 108 Exterior lights 100 Main beam headlamp flash 101 T...

Page 105: ...talk is moved past the resistance point the turn signal lamp remains on When the steering wheel moves back tow ard the straight ahead position the turn signal lamp is automatically deactivated Brief f...

Page 106: ...n the ignition is on and reverse gear is engaged Hazard warning lamps Operated with the button To aid location of the pushbutton the red surface is illuminated when the ignition switched on When the b...

Page 107: ...stment 3 On vehicles with Xenon headlamps headlamp range is adjusted automatically based on vehicle load 0 Front seats occupied 1 All seats occupied 2 Allseats occupiedand luggage compartment load 3 D...

Page 108: ...eft or right of the car to a distance of approx 30 metres Reversing function If the lights are on reverse gear is engaged and the turn signal is activated the cornering light on the appropriate side i...

Page 109: ...en the lamps will go out after two minutes The light is switched off immediately by inserting the key into the ignition or pulling the turn signal stalk towards the steering wheel again Door to door l...

Page 110: ...come on when ignition is switched on Brightness can be adjusted when the exterior lights are on Push to release knob k and then turn it clockwise or anticlockwise and hold until the desired brightness...

Page 111: ...tch illumination plus the courtesy lamps come on for a few seconds Illuminated mirror in the sun visors 3 The lighting switches on when the cover is opened Glove compartment lighting 3 The glove compa...

Page 112: ...In countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road prevent glare as follow s Vehicles with halogen headlamp system or Xenon headlamp system 3 Have headlights converted in a workshop V...

Page 113: ...operated as described in the operating instructions Steering wheel remote control 3 The functions of the infotainment system 3 and the information display can be operated w ith the buttons on the ste...

Page 114: ...UX input is next to the hand brake in the centre console An external audio source e g a portable CD player can be connected to the AUX input via a 3 5 mm jack plug Keep AUX input clean and dry at all...

Page 115: ...Authorised Repairer w ho willhave brackets and various different accessory kits available and can fit them correctly Use of a handsfree attachment without external antenna with mobile telephone standa...

Page 116: ...onditioning system 3 Air conditioning system 3 3 117 Electronic climate control system 3 Offers the greatest comfort in the vehicle interior regardless of the conditions outside To ensure a uniform an...

Page 117: ...he air supply set the fan to a higher speed and set the air distribution switch to M or L Centre and side 1 air vents To open vent rotate w heel upw ards Adjust the direction of air flow by rotating t...

Page 118: ...tre rotary switch The rate of air flow is determined by the fan The fan should therefore also be switched on during a journey Air distribution Set using right rotary sw itch Open the air vents when th...

Page 119: ...ng For rapid warming of the passenger compartment z Turn the temperature switch clockw ise as far as it will go warm z Set the fan to speed 3 z Set air distribution switch to desired position preferab...

Page 120: ...ide temperatures z Turn the temperature switch clockw ise as far as it will go warm z Set fan to 3 or 4 z Set air distribution switch to V z Switch on heated rear window 3 z Open side air vents as req...

Page 121: ...ng is active AC compressor the air is cooledand dehumidified If cooling or dehumidification is not desired switch off cooling in order to save fuel Cooling switches off automatically at low outside te...

Page 122: ...tribution switch to M or L z Open or adjust vents as required Temperature sw itch in centre of adjustment range w armer air will flow into the foot well and cooler air into the upper zone w ith warmer...

Page 123: ...r automatically switches itself off at low outside temperatures icing z Turn the temperature switch clockwise z Set fan to 3 or 4 z Air distribution switch to V air recirculation system 4 automaticall...

Page 124: ...influences such as direct sunlight are automatically compensated When cooling air conditioning compressor is active air is cooled and dehumidified The pollen filter removes dust soot pollen and spore...

Page 125: ...ays be open 3 113 Temperature preset The left rotary knob can be used to set the temperature to values of between 16 C and 28 C For the sake of comfort only change the pre selected temperature in smal...

Page 126: ...ecessary Window demisting and defrosting Misted or icy windows e g due to damp weather damp clothing or low outside temperatures Press button V V appears in the air conditioning display Temperature ai...

Page 127: ...tton ECO goes out Air distribution Press one or more of the following buttons The corresponding symbol appears in the air conditioning display To return to automatic mode Press the appropriate buttons...

Page 128: ...mpartment e g when stopped at a level crossing Press AUTO with the ignition off The preselected temperature appears in the air conditioning display The temperature can be adjusted with the left hand r...

Page 129: ...The air intakes in front of the windscreen on the far right and left sides of the engine compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake R emove any leaves dirt or snow Air outlet Do not cover the...

Page 130: ...possible with the cooling system switched on and when the outside temperature is low Service For optimal cooling performance we recommend that the climate control system be checked annually starting...

Page 131: ...activated T is illuminated Easytronic 3 127 Manual transmission 132 Driving hints 133 Saving fuel protecting the environment 135 Fuels refuelling 137 Catalytic converter exhaust gasses 140 Drive Contr...

Page 132: ...he w ay to the stop Note the gear or mode indicator in the transmission display Move selector lever toward N Neutral Selector lever in o centre position Once the selector lever has been moved from N t...

Page 133: ...elect R The transmission display shows R If R is selected when the vehicle is in motion R flashes in the transmission display and no gear is engaged Stopping the vehicle In Automatic or Manual mode wh...

Page 134: ...anualgear shifting is possible When the engine speed approaches its upper limit the transmission shifts to a higher gear during kickdown even in Manual mode Without kickdown this automatic shift is no...

Page 135: ...is sw itchedoff Easytronic no longer responds to movement of the selector lever If the ignition key is not removed the battery may be discharged if the vehicle is then left to stand for a lengthy peri...

Page 136: ...cle tools 3 3 169 until clear resistance can be felt The clutch has now been disengaged 6 Fit cleaned cap again The cap must be in full contact with the housing Contact a workshop for assistance immed...

Page 137: ...g towed with the engine switched off the vehicle can still be steered but considerably more force is required Driving in mountainous terrain or with a trailer caravan The cooling fan is electrically o...

Page 138: ...de This allows the catalytic converter to reach the temperature quickly which is required for optimum emission reduction Correct gear selection Do not race your engine whilst in neutral or with a low...

Page 139: ...e with energy in mind more miles less fuel Reduce the noise level and exhaust emissions by adopting an environment conscious driving style This is extremely worthwhile and improves the quality of life...

Page 140: ...tyre pressure leading to higher 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 electri...

Page 141: ...nies have m ixed their diesel fuel with upto 5 Bio fuel FAME Fatty Acid Methyl Esters like RME Rape Oil Methyl Ester This is in accordance with the current DIN EN 590 and does not harm the fuel injec...

Page 142: ...ing switch off engine and any external heaters with combustion chambers 3 identified by sticker on tank flap Switch off any mobile phones Follow the operating and safety instructions of the filling st...

Page 143: ...ect filling depends to a large extent on proper operation of the fuel dispensing pump 1 Fully insert the pump nozzle and switch it on 2 After automatically switching off the specified tank capacity is...

Page 144: ...keeping vehicle speed and engine speed low This does not apply when the Electronic Stability Program ESP Plus 3 kicks in 3 144 z If unburned fuel enters the catalytic converter of a petrol engine this...

Page 145: ...gine electronics Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on If it illuminates when the engine is running there is a fault in engine or transmission electronics The electronic syst...

Page 146: ...e during this process is normal Under certain driving conditions e g short journeys the system may not clean itself automatically If the filter requires cleaning and previous driving conditions did no...

Page 147: ...ctronic testingsystems permit rapid diagnosis and remedy of faults This way you can be certain that all components of the vehicle s electrical injection and ignition systems operate correctly that you...

Page 148: ...d individually This considerably improves the driving stability of the vehicle on slippery road surfaces ESP Plus is ready for operation as soon as the ignition is switched on and control indicator v...

Page 149: ...ons may however still cause vehicle stability to be impaired Have the cause of the fault eliminated Self diagnosis integrated into the system allow s rapid fault identification Illuminates after inter...

Page 150: ...the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant speed e g in situations presenting a danger to yourself and other road users in heavy traffic or on winding slippery or greasy roads F...

Page 151: ...vedafter the I button has been released Decelerate With cruise control active hold down R button or briefly press it repeatedly speed is reduced continuously or in steps of 1 2 mph 2 km h The current...

Page 152: ...he signal is continuous To deactivate The system deactivates automatically when reverse gear is disengaged Towing equipment caravan trailer towing If a towing device is subsequently fitted to the vehi...

Page 153: ...n the engine is not running the support of the brake servo unit disappears once the brake pedal has been depressed once or twice Braking effect is not reduced but braking requires significantly greate...

Page 154: ...ates for a few seconds when ignition is switched on Once the control indicator goes out the system is ready for operation If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds or if it illumina...

Page 155: ...ake pedal is released the maximum brake force amplification is taken away Hill Start Assist 3 HSA The system helps pull away on inclines After releasing the foot brake if the hand brake is not applied...

Page 156: ...pressure including the spare wheel at least every 14 days and prior to any long journey the tyres should be checked when cold Don t forget to check the spare wheel 3 Remove the valve cap key from the...

Page 157: ...tyres should be replaced when their tread depth has worn down to 2 to 3 mm winter tyres 4 mm The legally permissible minimum tread depth 1 6 mm has been reached when the tread has worn down as far as...

Page 158: ...acement every six years at the latest z Never fit used tyres the previous history and use of w hich you do not know Tyre designations Meanings e g 175 70 R 14 88 T Speed code letters 175 Tyre w idth i...

Page 159: ...vehicle Wheel covers 3 Use of wheel trims and tyres that approved by Vauxhall for the vehicle in question and thereby fulfil all requirements for the wheel and tyre combination If the wheel trims and...

Page 160: ...ge we recommend using the Vauxhall roof rack system that is approved for your vehicle Follow the usage instructions for the roof rack Remove the roof rack when not in use Disengage covers concealing r...

Page 161: ...beneath the floor cover in the luggage compartment 3 160 Fig 17923 S Fitting the coupling ball bar Fold down the socket Remove the sealing plug from the hole for the coupling ballbar and stow it in th...

Page 162: ...pling ball bar Insert the tensionedcoupling ballbar in the housing and push firmly upwards until it audibly engages The rotary handle snaps back into its home position resting against the coupling bal...

Page 163: ...case of trailers caravans with brakes attach breakaway stopping cable to eye Dismounting the coupling ball bar Open the protective flap and turn the key to position 1 to unlock the coupling ball bar...

Page 164: ...tual coupling socket load with the caravan trailer coupled The permissible caravan trailer loads are specified in the vehicle documents In general they are valid for gradients up to maximum 12 The per...

Page 165: ...d on the identification plate and vehicle documents must be exceeded by no more than 25 kg and the maximum permitted gross vehicle weight by no more than 30 kg If the maximum permitted rear axle load...

Page 166: ...if driving uphill and drive at a similar speed Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load 3 223 Starting on inclines For vehicles with manual transmission the most favourable engine sp...

Page 167: ...of a workshop Bonnet Pullthe release lever located on the driver s side below the instrument panel and push it back to its original position Diesel fuel system bleeding 163 Bonnet 163 Starting the eng...

Page 168: ...drop into the catch Check that the bonnet is engaged Starting the engine with jump leads 3 Do not start with a quick charger or by pushing or towing the vehicle A vehicle with a discharged battery ca...

Page 169: ...2 25 mm2 for diesel engines z Do not disconnect the discharged battery from the vehicle z Sw itch off all unnecessary electrical consumers z Do not lean over the battery during jump starting z Do not...

Page 170: ...nds 3 Allow both engines to idle for approx 3 minutes w ith the leads connected 4 Switch on electrical consumers e g light heated rear w indow of the vehicle receiving the jump start 5 Reverse above s...

Page 171: ...witch on ignition to release steering column lock and to permit operation of brake lamps horn and windscreen wipers Gear lever in neutral When the engine is not running considerably more force is need...

Page 172: ...other vehicle Attach a tow rope 3 or better still a tow rod 3 to the rear tow ing eye on the right side of the vehicle underbody but never to the rear axle On some versions the towing eye is located b...

Page 173: ...open remove the luggage compartment cover 3 3 53 lift the floor using the handle and raise tow ard the front Jack 3 and vehicle tools 3 Vehicles with spare wheel 3 3 3 3 The jack and vehicle tools ar...

Page 174: ...t below the floor cover It is mounted via a wing nut in a well in the vehicle floor To access the spare wheel remove the luggage compartment cover 3 3 53 lift the floor cover using the handle and rais...

Page 175: ...e balance wheel and fit to vehicle z Fit only one temporary spare wheel z Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h z Take curves slowly z Do not use the temporary spare wheel for a lengthy period z Rep...

Page 176: ...the spare wheel 3 170 z Never change more than one wheel at once z Use the jack 3 only to change wheels z If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft a solid board max 1 cm thick shouldbe...

Page 177: ...etaining washers 3 on the wheel bolts Alloy wheels 3 Prise off the hub cap by inserting a screwdriver 3 in the recess at the side of the hub cap Protect the rim by placing a soft cloth betw een the sc...

Page 178: ...ed On Meriva VXR and vehicles w ith sill trims the jack 3 cannot be used It could damage the vehicle 4 Set the jack 3 to the required height by turning the lug by hand Fit the jack arm at the front or...

Page 179: ...ehicle 9 Push the wheel bolt wrench 3 on as far as possible and tighten crosswise Tightening torque is 110 Nm 10 Before refittingthe wheeltrim clean the wheel around the retaining clips Valve symbol 3...

Page 180: ...engage first gear or reverse z Erect warning triangle as specified Warning triangle 3 169 The tyre repair kit is in the stow age compartment beneath the floor cover in the luggage compartment 1 Remov...

Page 181: ...mpressor connector into the accessory socket or the cigarette lighter socket For accessory sockets 3 76 10 Switch on ignition 11 Set the rocker switch on the compressor to I The tyre is filled with se...

Page 182: ...sealant leakage Stow the tyre repair kit in the luggage compartment 16 Wipe away any sealant spill with a cloth 17 Fold away warning triangle store in luggage compartment 3 169 18 Stick the label indi...

Page 183: ...be guaranteed Heed the expiration date on the sealant bottle Replace the used sealant bottle Dispose of the bottle as prescribed by applicable laws The compressor and sealant can be used from approx 3...

Page 184: ...3 Slot fuse gripping tool onto fuse and withdraw it Some functions are protected by several fuses There may be fuses inserted with no function Alw ays use fuses with the correct current value This is...

Page 185: ...locking system 20 Interior lighting reading lamp 21 Windscreen washer system 22 Rear electric window 23 Tilt slide sun roof skylight roof 24 Vauxhall alarm system 25 Rear window wiper 26 Ignition sys...

Page 186: ...cuit 51 Left dipped beam Xenon headlamp Halogen headlamp 52 Right dipped beam Xenon headlamp Halogen headlamp 53 Sun roof electric windows radio 54 Main beam left 55 Main beam right 56 Fuse box in eng...

Page 187: ...b checking that the data on the base matches that of the defective bulb To replace a bulb pull off the relay box on the left side On the right side pull off the air hose to the air filter Halogen head...

Page 188: ...remove 3 Press the bulb down in the holder 4 Remove bulb with connector from reflector housing 5 Detach plug connector from bulb base 6 Attach connector to new bulb 7 Insert the bulb with connector so...

Page 189: ...ug connector from bulb 4 Disengage spring wire clip from retaining lugs by moving it forwards and swivel it aside 5 Remove bulb from reflector housing 6 When fitting the new bulb insert lugs in the re...

Page 190: ...eadlamp system has separate bulbs for dipped beam 1 bottom bulbs and main beam 2 top bulbs Dipped beam Main beam 1 Open bonnet and engage support 2 Remove headlamp protective cover 9 Warning The xenon...

Page 191: ...ng 6 When fitting the new bulb insert lugs in the reflector recesses 7 Engage spring wire clip plug connector onto bulb 8 Place headlamp protective cover in position and close Parking lamps 1 Open bon...

Page 192: ...d remove holder from reflector 4 Remove bulb from holder 5 Insert new bulb 6 Insert bulb socket in reflector 7 Place headlamp protective cover in position and close Front indicator lamps 1 Open bonnet...

Page 193: ...ing engage in the recesses in the reflector 7 Rotate bulb carrier to right as far as it will go Side turn signal lamps Have bulb replacement carried out by a workshop Front fog lamps 3 Have bulb repla...

Page 194: ...ing 4 Disengage lug of fog tail lamp plug 3 arrow in Fig and remove 5 Slacken both screws on the back of the main bulb mounting Press the catches of the bulb mounting together and remove the bulb moun...

Page 195: ...k bulb mounting into housing 7 Connect both plugs Insert bulb housing with retaining pins in body and fasten with screws Number plate lamp 1 Insert screwdriver 3 vertically on right handside of bulb h...

Page 196: ...e bulb from holder 4 Insert new bulb 5 Engage bulb holder by rotating right in lamp housing Insert lamp housing and engage Courtesy lamps Front courtesy lamp reading lamps 3 1 Unclip the scatter disc...

Page 197: ...lder 3 Insert new bulb 4 Mount lens and engage in position Rearcourtesy lamp rear reading lamps 3 Have bulb replacement carried out by a workshop Glove compartment lamp 3 luggage compartment lamp 1 Pr...

Page 198: ...e paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to environmental influences Wash and wax your vehicle regularly When using automatic car washes select a programme that includes waxing Bird droppings dead insec...

Page 199: ...t areas repaired by a workshop Exterior lights Headlamp and other lamp covers are made of plastic Do not use any caustic agents do not use an ice scraper and do not clean them when dry Plastic and rub...

Page 200: ...tw ork It is advisable to wash the engine compartment before and after winter and preserve it with wax Cover alternator and brake fluid reservoir with plastic sheets before washing the engine When w a...

Page 201: ...mportant when making warranty or goodwill claims and is also an advantage when selling the vehicle on Ensure that the Service and Warranty Booklet is filled in correctly an uninterrupted service histo...

Page 202: ...e loss is too great or th ere are leaks carry ou t remedial work in agreement with th e customer x x x x x Check water carrying hoses for leaks and make sure that they are secure x x x x x Check brea...

Page 203: ...ter and drain water diesel grade EN 590 Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DTH x x Replace fuel filter petrol grade EN 228 outer Z 16 LET every 4 years 40 000 miles 60 000 km Check hand brake adjust if necessary unladen w...

Page 204: ...e condition and pressure including spare wheel correct if necessary If there is a tyre inflation system check that the set is complete and the use by date is still valid Replace sealant bottle every f...

Page 205: ...hicles taxis and driving school vehicles are classifiedas beingsubjectedto hard driving conditions With hard driving conditions it might be necessary to carry out certain service work more frequently...

Page 206: ...f 1 litre of ACEA A3 B4 or A3 B3 grade may be used only once between each oil change The viscosity should be of the correct rating It is forbidden to use engine oil of grades ACEA A1 B1 and A5 B 5 Und...

Page 207: ...witched on and off If less than 600 miles 1000 km remains InSP is displayed for several seconds Have the next service performed by a w orkshop within one week or 300 miles 500 km whichever occurs firs...

Page 208: ...ion parts approved by Vauxhall can be obtained from your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer who can provide expert advice on permitted technical changes and ensure correct installation Performing work To av...

Page 209: ...at least 5 minutes Pull out the dipstick wipe it clean insert it to the stopon the handle pull out and read the engine oil level Push the dipstick in as far as it will go and twist it by half a turn D...

Page 210: ...the last time it w as topped up The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick The amount filled must be between the MIN and M AX marks 3 225 Fit the cap on straight and tighten it...

Page 211: ...rotection Have the concentration of the radiator contents tested by a workshop before winter starts The amount of antifreeze must provide protection down to approx 28 C A lower antifreeze concentratio...

Page 212: ...n checked Have the cause of coolant loss rectified by a workshop Fit the cap on straight and tighten it Brakes A screeching noise indicates that the brake lining is at its minimum thickness Continued...

Page 213: ...shop Brake fluid change Brake fluid is hygroscopic i e it absorbs water If the brakes become hot such as when driving on long downhill stretches vapour bubbles can occur in the water which can have an...

Page 214: ...ase lever and detach wiper blade Wiper blade on the rear window 3 Lift wiper arm Disengage wiper blade as shown in illustration and remove Windscreen and headlamp washer systems 3 Reservoir for windsc...

Page 215: ...Laying up the vehicle for more than 4 weeks can lead to battery discharge Disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery The Vauxhallalarm system 3 siren must be deactivated as follow s switc...

Page 216: ...re pressure to value given for full load 3 223 z Park vehicle in dry and well ventilated place Select first gear or reverse gear and w ith Easytronic 3 move selector lever to middle position before sw...

Page 217: ...ons Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over those given in this manual The identification plate is affixed to the front right door frame Vehicle data 213 Engine data 215 Perf...

Page 218: ...he seat The vehicle identification number may be attached to the instrument panel Engine identifier and engine number marked on left hand side of engine in engine block 1 Manufacturer 2 Type approval...

Page 219: ...rol Petrol Petrol Petrol Octane rating RON2 recommended possible possible 2 Stan dard qu ality fuels bold type recommended fuel 953 983 913 4 3 Kn ock control system automatically adjusts ignition tim...

Page 220: ...5 4000 74 4400 Torque Nm at rpm 170 1750 to 2500 240 2300 Fuel type1 1 Stan dard qu ality fuels e g diesel DIN EN 590 Diesel Diesel Cetane requirement CN 2 2 Stan dard qu ality fuels bold type recomme...

Page 221: ...speed manual transmission 6 speed manual transmission Easytronic 1 The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight with out driver plu s 200 kg payload Optional equipment cou ld reduce the s...

Page 222: ...h km h 5 speed manual transmission 6 speed manual transmission Easytronic 1 The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight with out driver plu s 200 kg payload Optional equipment cou ld redu...

Page 223: ...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 m...

Page 224: ...tion urban l 100 km extra urban l 100 km combined l 100 km CO2 g km 8 1 5 1 6 2 148 8 9 8 9 5 4 5 4 6 7 6 7 159 159 10 3 10 1 5 6 5 7 7 3 7 3 174 174 10 4 6 3 7 8 187 Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DTH 5 speed 6 speed...

Page 225: ...r a load that is equal to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load When the trailer is coupled and the towing vehicle fully loaded including all occupants the permissible rear axle load see...

Page 226: ...and all fluids tank 90 full Meriva Engine Manual transmission Manual transmission automated without with air conditioning kg Z 14 XEP 1330 1355 Z 16 XEP 1375 1400 1375 1400 Z 18 XE 1380 1405 1380 1405...

Page 227: ...only We recommend the use of tyre chains with a fine mesh that add no more than 10 mm to the running surface and the insides of the tyres including chain lock Tyre chains are not permitted on tyre si...

Page 228: ...50 R 16 205 45 R 17 35 2 4 32 2 2 38 2 6 44 3 0 Z 16 XEP Z 18 XE 185 60 R 15 205 50 R 16 205 45 R 17 35 2 4 32 2 2 38 2 6 44 3 0 Z 16 LET 185 55 R 161 195 50 R 161 205 50 R 16 205 45 R 17 1 On ly per...

Page 229: ...pacities Engine oil Engine Z 14 XEP Z 16 XEP Z 16 LET Z 18 XE Z 13 DTJ Z 17 DTH Including filter I 3 5 4 5 4 25 3 2 5 0 Betw een MIN and MAX I 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 Fuel tank Petrol diesel nominal capac...

Page 230: ...rior mirrors mm 1694 1694 Width with two exterior mirrors mm 1948 1948 Height mm 1624 1624 Length of luggage compartment floor mm 861 861 Luggage compartment width mm 1034 1034 Height of luggage compa...

Page 231: ...equipment 9 Warning Only use towing equipment approved for your vehicle We recommend entrusting retrofitting of towing equipment to your workshop Dimensions mm A 468 B 727 C 508 1 D 471 5 E 441 4 F 4...

Page 232: ...228 Technical Data...

Page 233: ...t 158 Aquaplaning 154 Armrest 46 Ashtray 77 Automatic anti dazzle interior mirror 37 AU X input 110 Auxiliary heater 125 B Battery 134 211 Interruption of pow er supply 39 132 Battery discharge protec...

Page 234: ...0 Decommissioning 212 Demisting and defrosting Windows 116 with climate control system 122 With the air conditioning system 119 Diesel fuel filter 207 Diesel fuel system 163 207 Diesel particle filter...

Page 235: ...ning lamps 10 102 Head restraints 19 44 45 Headlamp flash 9 Headlamp range adjustment 102 Headlamp switch 9 100 Headlamp washer system 11 98 99 210 Headlamps 9 Daytime running lights 100 Driving abroa...

Page 236: ...ssure 152 223 Tyres 153 Manual transmission 12 132 Mirrors 4 36 Misted windows 116 119 122 Mobile telephone 111 Muffler see Exhaust system 142 N Number plate lamps Bulb replacement 191 Number plate li...

Page 237: ...Service work 203 Side airbags 67 Signal system 9 10 Spare wheel 170 172 Speed 135 136 Fuel consumption 135 136 Speedometer 85 Starting the engine 13 25 128 164 Self help 164 Steam jet cleaners 196 Ste...

Page 238: ...ndscreen washer system 210 Weights 221 Wheels 151 Wheels tyres 151 Window s 37 Demisting and defrosting 116 119 122 Windscreen washer system 11 98 99 210 Antifreeze protection 211 Washer fluid reservo...

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