Opel Adam (2015) manual

OPEL Adam Owner's Manual[...]

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Introduction .................................... 2 In brief ............................................ 6 Keys, doors and windows ............ 21 Seats, restraints ........................... 34 Storage ........................................ 54 Instruments and controls ............. 73 Lighting ...................................... 105 Climate[...]

2 Introduction Introduction[...]

Introduction 3 Vehicle specific data Please enter your vehicle's data on the previous page to keep it easily accessible. This information is available in the sections "Service and maintenance" and "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Introduction Your vehicle is a designed combination of advanced technol[...]

4 Introduction Danger, Warnings and Cautions 9 Danger Text marked 9 Danger provides information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life. 9 Warning Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury. Caution Text marked Caution provides informati[...]

Introduction 5[...]

6 In brief In brief Initial drive information Vehicle unlocking Press button c to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles. To open the tailgate, press the brand emblem at the bottom half. Radio remote control 3 22, Central locking system 3 23, Load compartment 3 26.[...]

In brief 7 Seat adjustment Seat positioning Pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment 3 36. 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. Seat backrests Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Do not lean on backrest while adjusting. Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustm[...]

8 In brief Head restraint adjustment Press release button, adjust height, engage. Head restraints 3 34. Seat belt Pull out the seat belt and engage in belt buckle. The seat belt must not be twisted and must fit close against the body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25 °). To release belt, press red button on belt buc[...]

In brief 9 Dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 30. Exterior mirrors Select the relevant exterior mirror and adjust it. Convex exterior mirrors 3 29, Electric adjustment 3 29, Folding exterior mirrors 3 29. Heated exterior mirrors 3 29. Steering wheel adjustment Unlock the lever, [...]

10 In brief Instrument panel overview[...]

In brief 11 1 Power windows ..................... 30 2 Exterior mirrors ..................... 29 3 Cruise control ..................... 134 Speed limiter ....................... 136 4 Side air vents ...................... 121 5 Turn and lane-change signals, headlight flash, low beam and high beam .... 108 Exit lighting ......................... 111[...]

12 In brief[...]

In brief 13 1 Power windows ..................... 30 2 Exterior mirrors ..................... 29 3 Cruise control ..................... 134 Speed limiter ....................... 136 4 Side air vents ...................... 121 5 Turn and lane-change signals, headlight flash, low beam and high beam .... 108 Exit lighting ......................... 111[...]

14 In brief Exterior lighting Light switch Turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = headlights Light switch with automatic light control AUTO = automatic light control: exterior lighting is switched on and off automatically m = activation or deactivation of the automatic light control 8 = sidelights 9 = headlights Automatic light contro[...]

In brief 15 Turn and lane-change signals lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal Turn and lane-change signals 3 108, Parking lights 3 108. Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers 3 107. Horn Press j .[...]

16 In brief Washer and wiper systems Windscreen wiper HI = fast LO = slow INT = interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor OFF = off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down to position 1x . Windscreen wiper 3 75, Wiper blade replacement 3 161. Windscreen washer Pull lever. Windscreen washer system 3 75, Wa[...]

In brief 17 Rear window wiper Press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: upper switch = continuous operation lower switch = intermittent operation middle position = off Rear window washer Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Rear window wiper/washer 3 76. Climate control Heated rear[...]

18 In brief Demisting and defrosting the windows ■ Set air distribution control to l . ■ Press button V . ■ Set temperature control to warmest level. ■ Set fan speed to highest level. ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü . ■ Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the door windows. Climate control system 3 113. Transmission[...]

In brief 19 Starting the engine ■ Turn key to position 1 . ■ Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock. ■ Operate clutch and brake. ■ Do not operate accelerator pedal. ■ Turn key to position 3 and release. Starting the engine 3 124. Stop-start system If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill and certain[...]

20 In brief key. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ■ Close the windows. ■ Remove the ignition key. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is felt to engage. ■ Lock the vehicle with button e on the radio remote control. Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 27. ■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been[...]

Keys, doors and windows 21 Keys, doors and windows Keys, locks ................................... 21 Doors ........................................... 26 Vehicle security ............................ 27 Exterior mirrors ............................ 29 Interior mirrors ............................. 30 Windows ...................................... [...]

22 Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Used to operate: ■ central locking system ■ anti-theft locking system ■ anti-theft alarm system ■ power windows The radio remote control has a range of approx. 20 metres. It can be restricted by external influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm operation. Handle with care, protect from [...]

Keys, doors and windows 23 Extend the key and open the unit. Replace the battery (battery type CR 2032), paying attention to the installation position. Close the unit and synchronise. Key with fixed key section Have the battery replaced by a workshop. Radio remote control synchronisation After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in [...]

24 Keys, doors and windows Two settings are selectable in the Info-Display: ■ To unlock only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler flap, press button c once. To unlock both doors, press button c twice. ■ Press button c once to unlock doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. Vehicle personalisation 3 101. The setting can [...]

Keys, doors and windows 25 activated or deactivated in the Info- Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 101. Fault in radio remote control system Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. Switch on the ignition and press the central locking button c to unlock the passenger door, load compartment and fuel filler fl[...]

26 Keys, doors and windows Doors Load compartment Tailgate Opening Press the brand emblem at the bottom half to unlock and open the tailgate. Closing Use interior handle. Do not press the emblem whilst closing as this will unlock the tailgate again. Central locking system 3 23. General hints for operating tailgate 9 Danger Do not drive with the tai[...]

Keys, doors and windows 27 Vehicle security Anti-theft locking system 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside. The system deadlocks all the doors. All doors must be closed otherwise the system cannot be activated. If the ignition was on, the driver's door must be opened a[...]

28 Keys, doors and windows Status during the first 30 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: LED illuminates = test, arming delay LED flashes quickly = doors, tailgate or bonnet not completely closed, or system fault Status after system is armed: LED flashes slowly = system is armed Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of faults. [...]

Keys, doors and windows 29 Exterior mirrors Convex shape The convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances. Electric adjustment Select the relevant exterior mirror by turning the control to left (L) or right (R) . [...]

30 Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Manual anti-dazzle To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing to the front or rear. Lever in the middle position is the normal driving position. Versions with illuminated starlight panel When the starlight panel is illuminated, adjust the lever to the front. Starlight panel [...]

Keys, doors and windows 31 Operate the switch for the respective window by pushing to open or pulling to close. Pushing or pulling gently to the first detent: window moves up or down as long as the switch is operated. Pushing or pulling firmly to the second detent and then releasing: window moves up or down automatically with safety function enable[...]

32 Keys, doors and windows Initialising the power windows If the windows cannot be closed automatically (e.g. after disconnecting the vehicle battery), a warning message or a warning code is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Vehicle messages 3 98. Activate the window electronics as follows: 1. Close the doors. 2. Switch on the gnition. 3.[...]

Keys, doors and windows 33 Switch can be operated in two ways: short press for automatic run and hold depressed for manual run. Open Short press on > : sunroof opens automatically up to endposition. To stop movement operate switch once more. Hold > depressed: sunroof opens as long as switch is operated. Close Short press on < : sunroof clo[...]

34 Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints ............................ 34 Front seats ................................... 35 Seat belts ..................................... 38 Airbag system .............................. 41 Child restraints ............................. 47 Head restraints Position 9 Warning Only drive with the head re[...]

Seats, restraints 35 Rear head restraints, height adjustment Pull the head restraint upwards and let engage. To move downwards, press the catch to release and push the head restraint downwards. Removal of rear head restraint E.g. when using a child restraint system 3 47. Press both catches, pull the head restraint upwards and remove. Place the head[...]

36 Seats, restraints ■ Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel. Do not angle the backrest too far back. We recommend a maximum rake of[...]

Seats, restraints 37 Seat backrests Turn handwheel to adjust inclination. Do not lean on backrest while adjusting. Seat height Lever pumping motion up = seat higher down = seat lower Seat folding Pull release lever towards the front and fold backrest forwards. Then slide seat forwards to the stop. To restore, slide the seat backwards to the stop. L[...]

38 Seats, restraints Caution When seat height is in the highest position, push head restraints down and fold up sun visors before folding backrest forwards. Heating Activate seat heating by pressing ß button for the respective front seat. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Pressing button ß once more deactivates seat heating. Seat [...]

Seats, restraints 39 Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 47. Periodically check all parts of the belt system for damage, pollution and proper functionality. Have damaged components replaced. After an accident, have the belts and triggered belt pretensioners replaced by a workshop. Note Make sure[...]

40 Seats, restraints Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place objects such as handbags or mobile phones between the belt and your body. 9 Warning The belt must not rest against hard or fragile objects in the pockets of your clothing. Seat belt reminder X 3 86. Removing To release belt, press red button on belt buc[...]

Seats, restraints 41 Airbag system The airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered, the airbags inflate within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision. 9 Warning If handled improperly the airbag systems can be triggered in an explo[...]

42 Seats, restraints geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES KINDES zur Folge haben kann. FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un siège protégé par un COUSSIN GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui, sous peine d'infliger des BLESSURES GRAVES, voire MORTELLES à l'ENFANT. ES: [...]

Seats, restraints 43 zalecenia może być przyczyną ŚMIERCI lub POWAŻNYCH OBRAŻEŃ u DZIECKA. TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile korunmakta olan bir koltukta kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE YARALANABİLİR. UK: НІКОЛИ не використовуйте ?[...]

44 Seats, restraints LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ. ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille ees on AKTIIVSE TURVA[...]

Seats, restraints 45 The side airbag system consists of an airbag in each front seat backrest. The location is identified by the word AIRBAG . The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a side impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be switched on. The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the [...]

46 Seats, restraints Airbag deactivation The front passenger airbag system must be deactivated for child restraint system on the passenger seat according to the instructions in the table 3 49. The side airbag and curtain airbag systems, the belt pretensioners and all driver airbag systems will remain active. Use the ignition key to choose the switc[...]

Seats, restraints 47 Control indicator for airbag deactivation 3 87. Child restraints Child restraint systems We recommend the following Opel child restraint systems which are tailored specifically to the vehicle: ■ Group 0, Group 0+ OPEL Baby cradle, with or without ISOFIX base, for children up to 13 kg. ■ Group I FAIR G 0/1 S ISOFIX , for chi[...]

48 Seats, restraints Suitable are restraint systems that comply with valid UN ECE regulations. Check local laws and regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems. Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the vehicle type. Ensure that the mounting location of the child restraint system within the vehicle i[...]

Seats, restraints 49 Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system Weight and age class On front passenger seat On rear seats activated airbag deactivated airbag Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months X U 1 U* Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years X U 1 U* Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 mont[...]

50 Seats, restraints 1 = if the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment in the uppermost position. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side 2 = remove rear head restraint when using child restraint system[...]

Seats, restraints 51 Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear seats Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to 4 years D ISO/R2 X X C ISO/R3 X X B ISO/F2 X IL, IUF** B1 ISO/F2X X IL, IUF** A ISO/F3 X IL, IUF** Group II: 15 to 25 kg or approx. 3 to 7 years X IL Group III: 22 to 36 kg or approx. 6 to 12 years X IL IL = suitable[...]

52 Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device 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 restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg B1 – ISO/F2X = forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children i[...]

Seats, restraints 53 ISOFIX child restraint systems Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX child restraint systems to the ISOFIX mounting brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint system positions are marked in the table by IL. ISOFIX mounting brackets are indicated by the ISOFIX logo on the backrest. The vehicle is equipped with guides in the back[...]

54 Storage Storage Storage compartments ................ 54 Load compartment ....................... 65 Roof rack system ......................... 71 Loading information ..................... 71 Storage compartments 9 Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the storage compartments. Otherwise, the storage compartment lid could open and vehic[...]

Storage 55 Door pockets in both doors are designed to carry bottles. Additional cupholders or bottleholders are located in the rear side panels. Flexible cupholder strap A movable rubber strap is located in the storage compartment in front of the gear selector lever. Pull out the strap to fix a cup or ashtray. Front storage Storage compartments are[...]

56 Storage Rear carrier system Rear carrier system for two bicycles The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix system) allows one bicycle to be attached to a pull-out carrier integrated into the vehicle floor. It is possible to attach one further bicycle on an adapter. The transportation of other objects is not permitted. The maximum load of the rear carrie[...]

Storage 57 Pull release lever up. The system disengages and travels quickly out of the bumper. Completely pull out the rear carrier system until you hear it engage. Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without pulling the release lever again. 9 Warning It is only permissible to fit objects to the rear carrier system if [...]

58 Storage Swivel both tail lamps backwards as far as it will go. Fold out wheel recess Remove strap and fold out the wheel recess. Lock the rear carrier system Remove strap and swivel both clamping levers sidewards as far as it will go. Otherwise safe functionality is not guaranteed. Assembling the bicycle rack Lift the rack at the rear (1) and pu[...]

Storage 59 Push down the rack (1) and swivel handle (2) backwards to engage. Press button (1) and remove left part of rack (2). Press button (1) and insert left part of rack into the right part (2). Attaching the adapter When carrying two bicycles, the adapter must be fixed before attaching the first bicycle. 1. Apply the adapter to the rear carrie[...]

60 Storage 2. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold, then lower the adapter (2) at the rear. 3. Release lever and check if the adapter is engaged securely. 4. Guide the strap attached to the adapter underneath the lever for folding back the rear carrier system. Fasten the strap. Attaching the first bicycle 1. Rotate the pedals into position as shown[...]

Storage 61 3. Secure both bicycle wheels to the wheel recesses using the strap retainers. 4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure. Caution Ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways. Attaching the second bicycle The attachment of a second bicycle is similar to the attachment of[...]

62 Storage ■ Without attached adapter: Push the lever (1) to disengage and hold. Pull the rack (2) backwards to fold the rear carrier system. ■ With attached adapter: 9 Warning Take care when disengaging the rear carrier system as it will tilt backwards. Risk of injury. Hold frame (1) of rear bicycle with one hand and pull the loop (2) to disen[...]

Storage 63 3. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold. 4. Lift the adapter (2) at the rear and remove. Disassembling the bicycle rack Press button (1) and remove upper part of rack (2). Press button (1) and reinstall rack (2). Arrange mounting bracket as shown in the illustration. Swivel handle (1) sidewards to disengage and lift the rack (2).[...]

64 Storage Fold the rack backwards, then push forwards until it stops (1). Press the rack down at the rear (2). Fold in wheel recess Fold in wheel recess. Fasten strap. Stow the strap retainers accurately. Unlock the rear carrier system Swivel both clamping levers inwards as far as it will go. Fasten strap. Fold in tail lamps First swivel tail lamp[...]

Storage 65 Fold in number plate light Fold number plate light forwards. Retracting the rear carrier system Caution Take care that all foldable parts, e.g. wheel recesses and mounting brackets, are stowed accurately. Otherwise the rear carrier system might get damaged when trying to retract it. Push the release lever up and hold. Lift the system sli[...]

66 Storage Pull the strap on one or both backrests and fold them down onto the seat cushion. To fold up, raise the backrests into upright position and let them engage audibly. The backrests are properly engaged when the red marks on both release straps are not visible. 9 Warning When folding up, ensure that backrests are securely locked in position[...]

Storage 67 ■ Turn the lock hooks on both sides to the rear and push down the lashing eyes in the recesses. ■ Raise the storage box and place it on the folded backrests. ■ Remove the storage box out of the load compartment. Installation ■ Place the storage box on the folded backrests. ■ Lower the box in the load compartment. ■ Open the s[...]

68 Storage Rear floor storage cover Rear floor cover Lift up rear floor cover to gain access to emergency breakdown equipment. Tools 3 176. Subwoofer cover Lift up rear part of floor cover to gain access to the warning triangle. When closing floor cover, ensure it is fixed with the Velcro fastener. Removal Remove floor cover to gain access to emerg[...]

Storage 69 ■ Move the floor cover slowly to the front, taking care that the guiding bolts slide into the attachments of the load compartment, and allow the floor cover to lower into position. ■ Close the floor cover by folding the upper part to the rear, and fix it with the Velcro fastener. ■ Fold up the rear backrests. General hint 9 Warning[...]

70 Storage Warning triangle The warning triangle is stowed with elastic straps in the load compartment below the tailgate. If the vehicle is equipped with a storage box in the load compartment, remove the storage box to gain access to the warning triangle 3 66. Version with subwoofer box Lift up the rear part of the floor cover. Pull the handle to [...]

Storage 71 Roof rack system Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. For further information contact your workshop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use. Mounting roof rack Open the cover from each mounting point by using a coin. Load[...]

72 Storage 9 Warning Always make sure that the load in the vehicle is securely stowed. Otherwise objects can be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause personal injury or damage to the load or car. ■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross vehicle weight (see identification plate 3 207) and the EC kerb weight. To calculate th[...]

Instruments and controls 73 Instruments and controls Controls ....................................... 73 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 81 Information displays ..................... 91 Vehicle messages ........................ 98 Vehicle personalisation .............. 101 Controls Steering whee[...]

74 Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Activate heating by pressing * button. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. The highlighted grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker and to a higher temperature than the other areas. Heating is operational when the engine is running and during an Autostop. Stop-start system 3[...]

Instruments and controls 75 Windscreen wiper/washer Windscreen wiper HI = fast LO = slow INT = interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor OFF = off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down to position 1x . Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes. Adjustable wiper interval Wiper leve[...]

76 Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the sensitivity: low sensitivity = turn adjuster wheel downwards high sensitivity = turn adjuster wheel upwards Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Windscreen washer Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen and the wiper [...]

Instruments and controls 77 Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Do not use if the rear window is frozen. Switch off in car washes. The rear window wiper comes on automatically when the windscreen wiper is switched on and reverse gear is engaged. Activation or deactivation of this function can be[...]

78 Instruments and controls If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, a warning message is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. 9 Warning The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 °C. Clock Graphic-Info Display Press the CONFIG button to open the Settings menu. Scroll through the list and selec[...]

Instruments and controls 79 Set date format To switch between the available options, repeatedly press the MENU-TUNE knob. RDS clock synchronization The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, it is recommende[...]

80 Instruments and controls Power outlets A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the centre console. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. With ignition off, the power outlet is deactivated. Additionally the power outlet is deactivated in the event of low vehicle battery voltage. Electrical accessories that are connected must comp[...]

Instruments and controls 81 Warning lights, gauges and indicators Instrument cluster The needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. Odometer The bottom line displays the recorded distance in km. Trip odometer The top line displays the recorded distance since t[...]

82 Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Displays the fuel level. During liquid gas operation, the gas level in the tank is displayed. Control indicator Y illuminates if the level in the tank is low. Refuel immediately if it flashes. During liquid gas operation, the system automatically switches over to petrol operation when gas tanks are empty 3 82.[...]

Instruments and controls 83 left area = engine operating temperature not yet reached central area = normal operating temperature right area = temperature too high Caution If engine coolant temperature is too high, stop vehicle, switch off engine. Danger to engine. Check coolant level. Service display The engine oil life system lets you know when to[...]

84 Instruments and controls Next service When the system has calculated that engine oil life has diminished, a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre. Have engine oil and filter changed by a workshop within one week or 500 km (whichever occurs first). Driver Information Centre 3 91. Service information 3 203. Control indicators Th[...]

Instruments and controls 85 Control indicators in the instrument cluster[...]

86 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre console Turn signal O illuminates or flashes green. Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on. Flashes A turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated. Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated fuse. Bulb replacement 3 161, Fuses 3 170. Turn sign[...]

Instruments and controls 87 Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red. When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for approx. 4 seconds. If it does not illuminate, does not go out after 4 seconds or illuminates whilst driving, there is a fault in the airbag system. Seek the assistance of a workshop. The airbags and belt [...]

88 Instruments and controls Flashes when the engine is running Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the accelerator until the flashing stops. Seek the assistance of a workshop immediately. Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow. Additionally a warning message is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. The vehicle n[...]

Instruments and controls 89 EcoFlex drive assistant 3 91. Power steering c illuminates yellow. Illuminates with power steering reduced Power steering is reduced due to overheating of the system. Control indicator extinguishes when the system has cooled down. Stop-start system 3 125. Illuminates with power steering disabled Failure in the power stee[...]

90 Instruments and controls Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 179. Engine oil pressure I illuminates red. Illuminates when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine is running Caution Engine lubrication may be interrupted. This may result in damage to the engine and/or locking of the d[...]

Instruments and controls 91 Illuminates green Cruise control is active. Cruise control 3 134. Door open h illuminates red. A door or the tailgate is open. Information displays Driver Information Centre The Driver Information Centre (DIC) is located in the instrument cluster. It is available as Midlevel-Display or Uplevel-Display. Midlevel-Display I[...]

92 Instruments and controls Uplevel-Display Indication of: ■ Vehicle Information Menu X ■ Trip/Fuel Information Menu W ■ EcoFlex Drive Assist Menu s Select menu pages by pressing the MENU button on the turn signal lever; main Menu symbols are indicated in the top line of the display. Some of the displayed functions differ when the vehicle is [...]

Instruments and controls 93 SET/CLR to set the category 3 179. ■ Remaining Oil Life Indicates an estimate of the oil's useful life. The number in % means the current remaining oil life and indicates when to change the engine oil and filter 3 83. ■ Speed Warning The speed warning display alarms when a set speed is exceeded. To set the speed[...]

94 Instruments and controls ■ average speed 2 ■ digital speed ■ range ■ instantaneous consumption Selection and indication can be different between Midlevel- and Uplevel-Display. Two Trip computer The information of two trip computer can be reset separately for odometer, average consumption and average speed, making it possible to display d[...]

Instruments and controls 95 Instantaneous consumption Display of the instantaneous consumption. On vehicles with LPG engines: Instantaneous consumption is indicated for the currently selected mode; LPG or petrol. ECO Information Menu s Press the MENU button to select s in the top line of the Display. Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Pre[...]

96 Instruments and controls Colour-Info-Display Depending on the vehicle configuration, the vehicle has a Colour-Info-Display with touchscreen functionality. The Colour-Info-Display with touchscreen functionality indicates in colour: ■ time 3 78 ■ outside temperature 3 77 ■ date 3 78 ■ electronic climate control settings 3 116 ■ parking a[...]

Instruments and controls 97 Vehicle personalisation 3 101. Memorised settings 3 23. Graphic-Info-Display Depending on the vehicle configuration, the vehicle has a Graphic-Info-Display. The Graphic-Info-Display indicates: ■ time 3 78 ■ outside temperature 3 77 ■ date 3 78 ■ electronic climate control settings 3 116 ■ Infotainment system, s[...]

98 Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Messages are indicated mainly in the Driver Information Centre (DIC), in some cases together with a warning and signal buzzer. Press the SET/CLR button, the MENU button or turn the adjuster wheel to confirm a message. Vehicle messages on the Midlevel-Display The vehicle messages are displayed as code num[...]

Instruments and controls 99 No. Vehicle message 27 right front turn signal failure 28 right rear turn signal failure 35 replace battery in radio remote control 48 clean side blind spot alert system 53 tighten gas cap 56 tyre pressure imbalance on front axle 57 tyre pressure imbalance on rear axle 58 winter tyres detection 59 open and then close dri[...]

100 Instruments and controls ■ lighting, bulb replacement ■ wiper/washer system ■ doors, windows ■ radio remote control ■ seat belts ■ airbag systems ■ engine and transmission ■ tyre pressure ■ vehicle battery Vehicle messages on the Colour-Info-Display Some important messages appear additionally in the Colour-Info-Display. Some m[...]

Instruments and controls 101 Vehicle personalisation The vehicle's behaviour can be personalised via changing the settings in the Info-Display. Some of the personal settings for different drivers can be memorised individually for each vehicle key. Memorised settings 3 23. Depending on vehicle equipment and country-specific regulations some of [...]

102 Instruments and controls Auto rear demist : Activates automatically rear heated window. ■ Comfort settings Chime volume : Changes the volume of warning chimes. Personalization by driver : Activates or deactivates the personalisation function. Rear auto wipe in reverse : Activates or deactivates automatic switching on of the rear window wiper [...]

Instruments and controls 103 ■ Time & date settings ■ Radio settings ■ Connection settings ■ Vehicle settings ■ Language ■ Text scroll ■ Touch beep volume ■ Max startup volume ■ System version ■ DivX(R) VOD In the corresponding submenus the following settings can be changed: Time & date settings See Clock 3 78. Radio set[...]

104 Instruments and controls Unlocked door anti lock out : Activates or deactivates the door locking function while a door is open. Delayed door lock : Activates or deactivates the delayed door locking function. This menu option is displayed with Unlocked door anti lock out deactivated. Central locking system 3 23. ■ Lock, unlock settings Remote [...]

Lighting 105 Lighting Exterior lighting .......................... 105 Interior lighting ........................... 109 Lighting features ........................ 111 Exterior lighting Light switch Turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = headlights Control indicator 8 3 90. Light switch with automatic light control Turn light switch: [...]

106 Lighting When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active. When headlights are on, 8 illuminates. Control indicator 8 3 90. Tail lights Tail lights are illuminated together with headlights and sidelights. Automatic light control When the automatic light control function is switched on and the engine is running, the system switc[...]

Lighting 107 Headlight range adjustment Manual headlight range adjustment To adapt headlight range to the vehicle load to prevent dazzling: turn thumb wheel ? to required position. 0 = front seats occupied 1 = all seats occupied 2 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden 3 = driver's seat occupied and load compartment laden Headlights w[...]

108 Lighting Turn and lane-change signals lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal If the lever is moved past the resistance point, the turn signal is switched on constantly. When the steering wheel moves back, the turn signal is automatically deactivated. For three flashes, e.g. when changing lanes, press the lever until resistan[...]

Lighting 109 Reversing lights The reversing light comes on when the ignition is on and reverse gear is selected. Misted light covers The inside of the light housing may mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold weather conditions, in heavy rain or after washing. The mist disappears quickly by itself; to help switch on the headlights. Interior lighting [...]

110 Lighting Note In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the courtesy lights are turned on automatically. Dome light Spotlight incorporated in the interior lighting comes on when headlights are switched on. Dome light illuminates gear shifting console indirectly. Ambient light Ambient light consists of indirect lights in the doors, in t[...]

Lighting 111 Operate button with ignition switched on: m one brief press = on or off T repeated brief presses = dimming stepwise T long press = dimming continuously The selected intensity remains the next time the ignition is switched on. Starlight comes on automatically when switching off ignition and extinguishes after opening a door. Pressing bu[...]

112 Lighting Activating 1. Switch off the ignition. 2. Remove the ignition key. 3. Open the driver's door. 4. Pull the turn signal lever. 5. Close the driver's door. If the driver's door is not closed the lights switch off after two minutes. Exit lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever is pulled while the driver[...]

Climate control 113 Climate control Climate control systems ............. 113 Air vents ..................................... 121 Maintenance .............................. 121 Climate control systems Heating and ventilation system Controls for: ■ temperature ■ fan speed ■ air distribution Heated rear window Ü 3 32. Heated seats ß 3 38. Hea[...]

114 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the windows ■ Set temperature control to warmest level. ■ Set fan speed to highest speed. ■ Set air distribution control to l . ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü . ■ Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. ■ For simultaneous warming of the foot well, set air dist[...]

Climate control 115 Cooling n Press button n to switch on cooling. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Cooling is only functional when the engine is running and climate control fan is switched on. Press button n again to switch off cooling. The air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the outside temperature i[...]

116 Climate control ■ Switch on cooling n . ■ Air recirculation system 4 on. ■ Set temperature control to coldest level. ■ Set fan speed to highest level. ■ Set air distribution control to M . ■ Open all vents. Demisting and defrosting the windows l ■ Set temperature control to warmest level. ■ Set fan speed to highest level. ■ Se[...]

Climate control 117 Controls for: ■ fan speed ■ temperature ■ air distribution n = cooling AUTO = automatic mode 4 = manual air recirculation V = demisting and defrosting Ü = heated rear window 3 32 Heated seats ß 3 38. Heated steering wheel * 3 74. In Automatic mode temperature, fan speed and air distribution are regulated automatically. C[...]

118 Climate control If the minimum temperature Lo is set, the climate control system runs at maximum cooling, if cooling n is switched on. If the maximum temperature Hi is set, the climate control system runs at maximum heating. Note If n is switched on, reducing the set cabin temperature can cause the engine to restart from an Autostop or inhibit [...]

Climate control 119 Fan speed Z Turn left rotary knob to decrease or increase fan speed. The fan speed is indicated in the Info-Display. Turning knob to $ : fan and cooling are switched off. To return to automatic mode: Press AUTO button. Air distribution Turn right rotary knob for desired adjustment. Setting is indicated in the Info-Display. K = t[...]

120 Climate control the freezing point. Therefore condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle. If no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. When the cooling system is switched off, no engine restart will be requested by the climate control system during an Autostop. Exception: defrost system [...]

Climate control 121 Air vents Adjustable air vents At least one air vent must be open while the cooling is on. Adjust the air amount at the vent outlet by turning the adjuster wheel. The vent is closed when the adjuster wheel is turned close to the left or right. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. 9 Warning Do not attach an[...]

122 Climate control Air conditioning regular operation In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when the outside temperature is too low. Service For optimal cooling performance, it is recommende[...]

Driving and operating 123 Driving and operating Driving hints ............................... 123 Starting and operating ............... 123 Engine exhaust .......................... 128 Manual transmission .................. 129 Brakes ........................................ 129 Ride control systems ................. 131 Driver assistance systems[...]

124 Driving and operating Ignition switch positions 0 = ignition off 1 = steering wheel lock released, ignition off 2 = ignition on 3 = starting Retained power off The following electronic systems can work until the driver's door is opened or at the latest for 10 minutes after the ignition is switched off: ■ power windows ■ power outlets ?[...]

Driving and operating 125 is running. Because of the checking procedure, the engine starts running after a short delay. Possible reasons for a non-starting engine: ■ Clutch pedal is not operated. ■ Timeout occurred. Turbo engine warm-up Upon start-up, engine available torque may be limited for a short time, especially when the engine temperatur[...]

126 Driving and operating An Autostop is indicated by the needle at the AUTOSTOP position in the tachometer. During an Autostop, the heating and brake performance will be maintained. Conditions for an Autostop The stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled: ■ The stop-start system is not manually deactivated. ■ Th[...]

Driving and operating 127 Restart of the engine by the stop-start system The selector lever must be in neutral to enable an automatic restart. If one of the following conditions occurs during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically by the stop-start system: ■ The stop-start system is manually deactivated. ■ The bonnet is opened.[...]

128 Driving and operating Note In the event of an accident with airbag deployment, the engine is turned off automatically if the vehicle comes to a standstill within a certain time. Engine exhaust 9 Danger Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter [...]

Driving and operating 129 Manual transmission To engage reverse, depress the clutch pedal and press the release button on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection. Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily. When operating, depress[...]

130 Driving and operating ABS starts to regulate brake pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains steerable, even during hard braking. ABS control is made apparent through a pulse in the brake pedal and the noise of the regulation process. For optimum braking, keep the brake pedal fully depressed throughout the brakin[...]

Driving and operating 131 To reduce the operating forces of the parking brake, depress the foot brake at the same time. Control indicator R 3 88. Brake assist If the brake pedal is depressed quickly and forcefully, maximum brake force is automatically applied (full braking). Maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal for as long as full braking is[...]

132 Driving and operating TC is operational after each engine start as soon as the control indicator b extinguishes. When TC operates b flashes. 9 Warning Do not let this special safety feature tempt you into taking risks when driving. Adapt speed to the road conditions. Fault If there is a fault in the system the control indicator b illuminates co[...]

Driving and operating 133 Fault If there is a fault in the system the control indicator b illuminates continuously and a message or a warning code appears in the Driver Information Centre. The system is not operational. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. City mode City mode is a feature which enables increased steering assistance d[...]

134 Driving and operating Fault In the event of a fault in the system, c illuminates and a message is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Vehicle messages 3 98. System calibration If control indicators c and b illuminate simultaneously, a calibration of the power steering system is necessary. This can occur e.g. when turning the steering wh[...]

Driving and operating 135 For safety reasons the cruise control cannot be activated until the foot brake has been operated once. Activating in first gear is not possible. Do not use the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant speed. Control indicator m 3 90. Switching on Press button m , control indicator m in instrument cluste[...]

136 Driving and operating Automatic deactivation: ■ Vehicle speed is below approx. 30 km/h. ■ vehicle speed is above approx. 200 km/h. ■ The brake pedal is depressed. ■ The clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds. ■ Engine speed is in a very low range. ■ The Traction Control system or Electronic Stability Control is operating. Resum[...]

Driving and operating 137 Change speed limit With speed limiter active, turn thumb wheel to RES/+ to increase or SET/- to decrease the desired maximum speed. Exceeding the speed limit In the event of an emergency it is possible to exceed the speed limit by depressing the accelerator pedal firmly beyond the point of resistance. The limited speed wil[...]

138 Driving and operating The system has four ultrasonic parking sensors in the rear bumper. Activation When reverse gear is engaged, the system is ready to operate automatically. An illuminated LED in the parking assist button r indicates that the system is ready to operate. Indication The system warns the driver with acoustic signals against pote[...]

Driving and operating 139 behind the vehicle. The system gives acoustic signals and display messages. The system has six ultrasonic parking sensors each in the rear and front bumper. It uses two different acoustic warning signals for the front and rear monitoring areas, each with a different tone frequency. Front-rear parking assist is always combi[...]

140 Driving and operating An illuminated LED in the parking assist button D indicates that the system is ready to operate. The front parking assist can also be activated at a speed up to 11 km/h with a brief press of the parking assist button. If the D button is switched on once within an ignition cycle, the front parking assist is deactivated at a[...]

Driving and operating 141 The distance to obstacles is shown on the Colour-Info-Display by coloured zones in front of or behind the vehicle 3 96. Fault In the event of a fault or if the system does not work temporarily, e.g. because of high external noise level or other interference factors, the LED in the button flashes for 3 seconds and then exti[...]

142 Driving and operating Button logic operates the systems by pressing as follows: ■ If only front-rear parking assist is active, a brief press deactivates front-rear parking assist. ■ If only front-rear parking assist is active, long press activates advanced parking assist. ■ If only advanced parking assist is active, a brief press activate[...]

Driving and operating 143 Select parallel or perpendicular parking slot in Driver Information Centre by pressing the SET/CLR button. When a slot is detected, a visual feedback in the Driver Information Centre and an acoustic signal is given. Select parallel or perpendicular parking slot by tapping the icon 6 or 7 on the Colour-Info-Display. When a [...]

144 Driving and operating slots after the Stop message is given. The system calculates the optimal path into the parking slot. A brief vibration in the steering wheel after engaging reverse gear indicates that the steering is controlled by the system. Then the vehicle is steered into the slot automatically by giving the driver detailed instructions[...]

Driving and operating 145 ■ exceeding number of maximum gear changes: 8 parking cycles when parallel parking or 5 cycles when perpendicular parking, ■ switching off the ignition. Deactivation by the driver or by the system during manoeuvring will be indicated by Parking Deactivated on the display. Additionally an acoustic signal sounds. Fault A[...]

146 Driving and operating Advanced parking assist system may not respond to changes in the available parking space after initiating a parking manoeuvre. The system may recognize an entry, a gateway, a courtyard or even a crossing as a parking slot. After selecting reverse gear the system would start a parking manoeuvre. Take care of the availabilit[...]

Driving and operating 147 Side blind spot alert is active from speeds of 10 km/h up to 140 km/h. Driving faster than 140 km/h deactivates the system, indicated by low lighting warning symbols B in both exterior mirrors. Reducing the speed again will extinguish the warning symbols. If a vehicle is then detected in the blind zone, the warning symbols[...]

148 Driving and operating Fuel Fuel for petrol engines Only use unleaded fuel that complies with European standard EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent. The engine is capable of running with E10 fuel that fulfills these standards. E10 fuel contains up to 10 % bioethanol. Use fuel with the recommended octane rating 3 211. Use of fuel with too low a[...]

Driving and operating 149 Pressing the LPG button switches between petrol and liquid gas operation as soon as the required parameters (coolant temperature, gas temperature and minimum engine speed) have been reached. The requirements are usually fulfilled after approx. 60 seconds (depending on exterior temperature) and the first firm press on the a[...]

150 Driving and operating Refuelling 9 Danger Before refuelling, switch off the engine. Switch off any mobile phones. Follow the operating and safety instructions of the gas station when refuelling. 9 Danger Fuel is flammable and explosive. No smoking. No naked flames or sparks. If you can smell fuel in your vehicle, have the cause of this remedied[...]

Driving and operating 151 Liquid gas refuelling Follow the operating and safety instructions of the filling station when refuelling. The filling valve for the liquid gas is behind the fuel filler cap. Unscrew protective cap from the filler neck. Screw the required adapter hand- tight onto the filler neck. ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of the filling [...]

152 Driving and operating 9 Warning Due to the system design, an escape of liquid gas after releasing the locking lever is unavoidable. Avoid inhaling. 9 Warning The liquid gas tank may only be filled to 80 % for safety reasons. The multivalve on the liquid gas tank automatically limits the fill quantity. If a larger quantity is added, we recommend[...]

Driving and operating 153 Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Switzerland, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Turkey, Ukraine, Hungary Fuel filler cap Only use genuine fuel filler caps. Fuel consumption - CO 2 - Emissions The fuel consumption (combined) of the model Opel Adam is within a range[...]

154 Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information ................... 154 Vehicle checks ........................... 155 Bulb replacement ....................... 161 Electrical system ........................ 170 Vehicle tools .............................. 176 Wheels and tyres ....................... 177 Jump starting .............................[...]

Vehicle care 155 ■ Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. ■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm system. Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into operation: ■ Connect the clamp to the negative termina[...]

156 Vehicle care 9 Danger The ignition system uses extremely high voltage. Do not touch. Bonnet Opening Pull the release lever and return it to its original position. Push the safety catch upwards and open the bonnet. Secure the bonnet support. If the bonnet is opened during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons[...]

Vehicle care 157 When the engine oil level has dropped to the MIN mark, top up engine oil. We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. Caution Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out. Capacities 3 215. Fit the cap on straight and[...]

158 Vehicle care 9 Warning Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the pressure slowly. To top up use a 1:1 mixture of released coolant concentrate mixed with clean tap water. If no coolant concentrate is available, use clean tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have the coolant concentration checked and ha[...]

Vehicle care 159 The brake fluid level must be between the MIN and MAX marks. If fluid level is below MIN seek the assistance of a workshop. Brake and clutch fluid 3 204. Vehicle battery The vehicle is equipped with a lead acid battery. Vehicles with stop-start system will be equipped with an AGM battery which is not a lead acid battery. The vehicl[...]

160 Vehicle care An AGM battery can be identified by the label on the battery. We recommend the use of an original Opel battery. Note Using an AGM battery different from the original Opel battery might result in a lower performance of the stop- start system. We recommend that you have the vehicle battery replaced by a workshop. Stop-start system 3 [...]

Vehicle care 161 Wiper blade replacement Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the raised position, press button to disengage the wiper blade and remove. Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it engages. Lower wiper arm carefully. Wiper blade on the rear window Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as shown in illust[...]

162 Vehicle care Low beam outer bulb (1). High beam inner bulb (2). Low beam (1) 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and remove it. 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb holder. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb holder and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder with the clip downwards and engage into the r[...]

Vehicle care 163 2. Press the clip to disengage bulb holder. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb holder and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder with the clip upwards and engage into the reflector until it clicks. 5. Install cap. Sidelight/Daytime running light with bulbs (3) 1. Rotate bulb socket (3[...]

164 Vehicle care Front turn signal lights 1. Undo screw and remove cover. 2. Undo screw and remove light assembly from the bumper. 3. Disengage and remove the bulb socket by turning anticlockwise. 4. Remove bulb by turning anticlockwise slightly and withdrawing. Replace the bulb. 5. Insert the bulb socket into the assembly and turn clockwise. 6. At[...]

Vehicle care 165 2. Remove the cover by pulling with fingers at the marked positions, see arrows in the illustration. 3. Undo both screws and remove light assembly from the bumper. 4. Disengage and remove the bulb socket by turning anticlockwise. 5. Remove bulb by turning anticlockwise slightly and withdrawing. Replace the bulb. 6. Insert the bulb [...]

166 Vehicle care 1. Release the cover on the respective side and remove. 2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut from the inside by hand. 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from the recesses and remove. 4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove. Replace bulb by withdrawing: turn signal light 1 tail light 2 tail light / brake light 3 If tail li[...]

Vehicle care 167 Fit light assembly with the retaining pins into the recesses of the vehicle body and tighten the securing nut from inside the load compartment. Pull the circular gasket over the recess in the lamp housing. Close cover and engage. Reversing light/rear fog light Left-hand drive vehicles Reversing light is located on the right side of[...]

168 Vehicle care 4. Remove bulb by turning anticlockwise slightly and withdrawing. Replace the bulb. 5. Insert the bulb socket into the assembly and turn clockwise. 6. Replace light assembly in the bumper and fix with the screw. 7. Insert cover into the bumper and fix with the screw. Adam Rocks 1. Remove the cover by pulling with the finger at the [...]

Vehicle care 169 Side turn signal lights To replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 1. Slide lamp to its left side and remove with its right end. 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove from housing. 3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert r[...]

170 Vehicle care 2. Remove lamp downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable. 3. Remove bulb holder from lamp housing by turning anticlockwise. 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let engage. Interior lights Courtesy light, reading lights Have bu[...]

Vehicle care 171 There are different kinds of fuses in the vehicle. Depending on the type of fuse, a blown fuse can be recognized by its melted wire. Do not replace the fuse until the cause of the fault has been remedied. Some functions are protected by several fuses. Fuses may also be inserted without existence of a function. Fuse extractor A fuse[...]

172 Vehicle care No. Circuit 1 – 2 exterior mirror switch 3 body control module 4 foldable sunroof, Chassis control module 5 ABS 6 daytime running light left 7 – 8 body control module 9 vehicle battery sensor 10 headlamp levelling, TPMS, fold‐ able sunroof 11 rear wiper 12 window defog 13 daytime running light right 14 mirror defog 15 – No.[...]

Vehicle care 173 No. Circuit 32 right headlamp 33 engine control module 34 horn 35 clutch 36 – No. Circuit 1 ABS pump 2 front wiper 3 blower 4 instrument panel 5 – 6 – 7 electrical vacuum pump 8 cooling fan low 9 cooling fan high 10 cooling fan electrical vacuum pump 11 starter After having changed defective fuses close the fuse box cover and[...]

174 Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box Left-hand drive vehicles The fuse box is behind the light switch in the instrument panel. Hold the handle, then pull and fold down the light switch. Right-hand drive vehicles The fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox. Open the glovebox, then open the cover and fold it down.[...]

Vehicle care 175 No. Circuit 1 – 2 – 3 power windows 4 voltage transformer 5 body control module 1 6 body control module 2 7 body control module 3 8 body control module 4 9 body control module 5 10 body control module 6 11 body control module 7 12 body control module 8 13 – 14 tailgate 15 diagnostic connector 16 data link connection 17 igniti[...]

176 Vehicle care Vehicle tools Tools Vehicles with tyre repair kit Some tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair kit in a tool box in the load compartment below the floor cover. On version with storage box, remove box first 3 66. On versions with rear carrier system or liquid gas engine, the tools are located together with[...]

Vehicle care 177 On version with subwoofer box, the tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair kit and the warning triangle in the box below the floor cover. To gain access, remove floor cover: fold rear part to the front and pull out the cover to the rear 3 68. Vehicles with spare wheel The jack, the wheel bolt wrench, the [...]

178 Vehicle care Tyre designations E.g. 195/55 R 16 95 H 195 = tyre width, mm 55 = cross-section ratio (tyre height to tyre width), % R = belt type: Radial RF = type: RunFlat 16 = wheel diameter, inches 95 = load index e.g. 95 is equivalent to 690 kg H = speed code letter Speed code letter: Q = up to 160 km/h S = up to 180 km/h T = up to 190 km/h H[...]

Vehicle care 179 9 Warning 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. If the tyre pressure must be reduced or increased, switch off ignition. After adjusting tyre pressure switch on ignition and select the relevant setting on th[...]

180 Vehicle care Turn the adjuster wheel to select the tyre pressure monitoring system. System status and pressure warnings are displayed by a message with the corresponding tyre flashing in the Driver Information Centre. A detected low tyre pressure condition is indicated by the control indicator w 3 89. If w illuminates, stop as soon as possible [...]

Vehicle care 181 Select: ■ Light for comfort pressure up to 3 people. ■ Eco for Eco pressure up to 3 people. ■ Max for full loading. TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. The identification code must be matched to a new tyre/ wheel position after rotating the tyres or exchanging the complete wheel set[...]

182 Vehicle care 10. Proceed to the right side rear tyre, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. 11. Proceed to the left side rear tyre, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. The horn sounds twice to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the left side rear tyre, and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active. 12. Turn off[...]

Vehicle care 183 Changing tyre and wheel size If tyres of a different size than those fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the speedometer as well as the nominal tyre pressure and to make other vehicle modifications. After converting to a different tyre size, have the label with tyre pressures replaced. Caution When co[...]

184 Vehicle care Tyre chains are only permitted on tyres of size 175/70 R 14, 185/70 R 14, 185/60 R 15, 185/65 R 15 and 195/55 R 16. Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres of size 215/45 R 17 and 225/35 R 18. The use of tyre chains is not permitted on the temporary spare wheel. Tyre repair kit Minor damage to the tyre tread can be repaired with the[...]

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Vehicle care 187 tyre is too badly damaged. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Drain excess tyre pressure with the button over the pressure indicator. Do not run the compressor for longer than 10 minutes. 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free connection[...]

188 Vehicle care Wheel changing Make the following preparations and observe the following information: ■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface. The front wheels must be in the straight-ahead position. ■ Apply the parking brake and engage first gear or reverse gear. ■ Never change more than one wheel at once. ■ Use the jack [...]

Vehicle care 189 2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely and loosen each wheel bolt by half a turn. The wheels might be protected by locking wheel bolts. To loosen these specific bolts first attach the key adapter onto the head of the bolt before installing the wheel wrench. The key adapter is located in the glovebox. 3. Ensur[...]

190 Vehicle care Attach jack handle and with the jack correctly aligned rotate handle until wheel is clear of the ground. 5. Unscrew the wheel bolts. 6. Change the wheel. 7. Screw on the wheel bolts. 8. Lower vehicle. 9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely and tighten each bolt in a crosswise sequence. Tightening torque is 11[...]

Vehicle care 191 Front arm position of the lifting platform at the underbody. Spare wheel If mounting a spare wheel, which is different from the other wheels, this wheel might be classified as a temporary spare wheel and the corresponding speed limits apply, even though no label indicates this. Seek the assistance of a workshop to check the applica[...]

192 Vehicle care 4. Lift the spare wheel holder slightly by hand and unhook the catch. 5. Lower the spare wheel holder. 6. Lift the spare wheel holder slightly by hand and detach the safety cable. 7. Lower holder all the way and remove spare wheel. 8. Change the wheel 3 188. The damaged wheel must be secured in the load compartment, see below. 9. L[...]

Vehicle care 193 2. Untwist wing nut and remove tool box. 3. Position the damaged wheel to stand upright into the tool box spare, facing to the front. 4. Remove strap 1 from the tool box and place the loop end of the strap through the right side lashing eye. 5. Place the hook end of the strap through the loop and pull it until the strap is fastened[...]

194 Vehicle care 9. Position the tool box in the inside of the wheel and secure it with strap 2 inserted through two spokes of the wheel. Wheels with tyre size bigger than 195/55 R 16 1. Fold down backrests of the rear seats 3 65. 2. Remove strap 1 from the tool box. 3. Position the damaged wheel with outer side facing downwards in the load compart[...]

Vehicle care 195 9 Warning Storing a jack, a wheel or other equipment in the load compartment could cause injury if they are not fixed properly. During a sudden stop or a collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store jack and tools always in the respective storage compartments and secure them by fixing. Damaged wheel placed in the load com[...]

196 Vehicle care ■ Never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks. ■ A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery before connecting jump leads. ■ Wear eye protection and protective clothing when handling a battery. ■ Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its capa[...]

Vehicle care 197 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving the jump start. 5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads. Towing Towing the vehicle The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 176. Adam 1. Disengage the cap by pushing on the marked position. 2. Screw in the towing [...]

198 Vehicle care Adam Rocks 1. Disengage the small cap with a screwdriver at the marked position. 2. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. 3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow rod – to the towing eye. General The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the vehicle. S[...]

Vehicle care 199 Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. The lashing eye at the rear underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye. Attach a tow rope – or even better a tow bar – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering a vehicle. Caution Driv[...]

200 Vehicle care Adam with foldable sunroof The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to environmental influences, therefore wash your vehicle regularly. When using automatic vehicle washes, select one with textile brushes and select a programme without wax additives. Restrictions for filmed or matt painted body parts or decor tapes, see "Polis[...]

Vehicle care 201 Polishing and waxing Wax painted parts of the vehicle regularly (at the latest when water no longer beads). Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out. The foldable sunroof must not be polished or waxed. When using automatic car washes, select a programme without wax additives. Polishing is necessary only if the paint has become dull or[...]

202 Vehicle care After the underbody is washed, check the underbody and have it waxed if necessary. Bitumen/rubber materials could damage the PVC coating. Have underbody work carried out by a workshop. Before and after winter, wash the underbody and have the protective wax coating checked. Liquid gas system 9 Danger Liquid gas is heavier than air a[...]

Service and maintenance 203 Service and maintenance General information ................... 203 Recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 204 General information Service information In order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value of your vehicle, it is of vital importance that a[...]

204 Service and maintenance Confirmations Confirmation of service is recorded in the Service and Warranty Booklet. The date and mileage is completed with the stamp and signature of the servicing workshop. Make sure that the Service and Warranty Booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill cl[...]

Service and maintenance 205 Select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the minimum ambient temperature 3 208. Additional engine oil additives The use of additional engine oil additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty. Engine oil viscosity grades The SAE viscosity grade gives information of the thickness of the oil.[...]

206 Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification .................. 206 Vehicle data ............................... 208 Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Number The Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover. The Vehicle Identificati[...]

Technical data 207 Identification plate The identification plate is located on the left door frame. Information on identification label: 1 = manufacturer 2 = type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg 5 = permissible gross train weight in kg 6 = maximum permissible front axle load in kg [...]

208 Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 – ✔ dexos 2 ✔ – In case dexos qualit[...]

Technical data 209 International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) dexos 1 ✔ – dexos 2 – ✔ In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil q[...]

210 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ ✔ ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ API SM ✔ ✔ API SN resource conserving ✔ ✔ Engine oil viscosity grades All countries out[...]

Technical data 211 Engine data Sales designation 1.0 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.4 LPG 1.4 Engine identifier code B10XFL B10XFT A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL A14XER Number of cylinders 3 3 4 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm 3 ] 999 999 1229 1398 1398 1398 Engine power [kW] 66 85 51 64 64 74 at rpm 3700-6000 5000-6000 5600 6000 5200-6000 6000 Torque [Nm] 170 170 115 130 130 [...]

212 Technical data Performance Engine B10XFL B10XFT A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL LPG A14XER Maximum speed 4) [km/h] Manual transmission 180 196 165 176 176 185 Automatic transmission – – – – – – 4) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum[...]

Technical data 213 Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] B10XFL 1141/1156 – B10XFT 1141/1156 – A12XEL 1086/1101 – A14XEL 1120/1135 – A14XEL LPG 1163/1178 – A14XER 1120/1135 – Optional equipment and accessories increase t[...]

214 Technical data Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 3747 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1720 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 1966 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1475-1499 5) Length of load compartment floor [mm] 462 Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1041 Load compartment width [mm] 954 Load compartment height [mm] 874 Wh[...]

Technical data 215 Capacities Engine oil Engine B10XFL B10XFT A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL LPG A14XER including Filter [l] 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 Fuel tank Engine B10XFL B10XFT A12XEL A14XEL A14XEL LPG A14XER Petrol, refilling quantity [l] 35 35 35 35 35 35 LPG, refilling quantity [l] – – – – 35 –[...]

216 Technical data Tyre pressures Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) B10XFL, B10XFT, A12XEL, A14XEL, A14XEL LPG, A14XER 175/70 R14, 185/70 R14, 185/60 R15, 185/65 R[...]

Customer information 217 Customer information Customer information ................ 217 Vehicle data recording and pri‐ vacy ........................................... 218 Customer information Declaration of conformity Transmission systems This vehicle has systems that transmit and/or receive radio waves subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. These sys[...]

218 Customer information Vehicle data recording and privacy Event data recorders Data storage modules in the vehicle A large number of electronic components of your vehicle contain data storage modules temporarily or permanently storing technical data about the condition of the vehicle, events and errors. In general, this technical information docu[...]

Customer information 219 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tyre pressure monitoring and ignition system security. It is also used in connection with conveniences such as radio remote controls for door locking/unlocking and starting, and in- vehicle transmitters for garage door opene[...]

220 Index A Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 154 Adjustable air vents ................... 121 Airbag and belt tensioners ........... 87 Airbag deactivation ................ 46, 87 Airbag label................................... 41 Airbag system .............................. 41 Air conditioning regular operation ....[...]

221 Coolant and antifreeze ............... 204 Cruise control ...................... 90, 134 Cupholders .................................. 54 Curtain airbag system .................. 45 D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ... 4 Daytime running lights ............... 107 Declaration of conformity ............ 217 Door open ..............................[...]

222 Information displays...................... 91 Instrument cluster ........................ 81 Instrument panel fuse box ......... 174 Instrument panel illumination ..... 170 Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 109 Instrument panel overview ........... 10 Interior care ............................... 202 Int[...]

223 Service ....................................... 122 Service display ............................ 83 Service information .................... 203 Service vehicle soon .................... 88 Side airbag system ...................... 44 Side blind spot alert .................... 146 Sidelights .................................... 105 Side turn si[...]