Get Vehicle care Guide for Vauxhall Corsa 4 Door First Generation (2014-2019)

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Number plate light ................... 203

Interior lights ............................ 204

Instrument panel illumination ... 204

Appearance care ....................... 231

Exterior care ............................ 231

Interior care ............................. 233

Vehicle care

Electrical system ........................ 204

Fuses ....................................... 204

Engine compartment fuse box . 205

Instrument panel fuse box ....... 207

Vehicle tools .............................. 209

Tools ........................................ 209

General Information ................... 188

Accessories and vehicle

modifications .......................... 188

Vehicle storage ........................ 188

End-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 188

Vehicle checks ........................... 189

Performing work ...................... 189

Bonnet ..................................... 189

Engine oil ................................. 190

Engine coolant ......................... 191

Washer fluid ............................ 193

Brakes ..................................... 193

Brake fluid ............................... 193

Vehicle battery ......................... 193

Diesel fuel system bleeding ..... 195

Wiper blade replacement ........ 195

Wheels and tyres ....................... 210

Winter tyres ............................. 210

Tyre designations .................... 210

Tyre pressure .......................... 211

Tyre pressure monitoring

system .................................... 212

Tread depth ............................. 216

Changing tyre and wheel size . 216

Wheel covers ........................... 217

Tyre chains .............................. 217

Tyre repair kit .......................... 217

Wheel changing ....................... 223

Spare wheel ............................ 225

Bulb replacement ....................... 196

Halogen headlights .................. 196

Xenon headlights ..................... 199

Fog lights ................................. 200

Front turn signal lights ............. 200

Tail lights ................................. 200

Side turn signal lights .............. 202

Centre high-mounted brake

Jump starting ............................. 227

Towing ....................................... 229

Towing the vehicle ................... 229

Towing another vehicle ........... 230

light ......................................... 203

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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.

Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

General Information

Accessories and vehicle

modifications

We recommend the use of genuine

parts and accessories and factory

approved parts specific for your

vehicle type. We cannot assess or

guarantee reliability of other products

- even if they have a regulatory or

otherwise granted approval.

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Wash and wax the vehicle.

Have the wax in the engine

compartment and underbody

checked.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into

operation:

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Clean and preserve the rubber

seals.

●

Connect the clamp to the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Activate the electronics

of the power windows.

Do not make any modifications to the

electrical system, e.g. changes of

electronic control units (chip tuning).

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Fill up fuel tank completely.

Change the engine oil.

Drain the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the coolant antifreeze and

corrosion protection.

●

Check tyre pressure.

Caution

Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the engine oil level.

Check the coolant level.

When transporting the vehicle on

a train or on a recovery vehicle, the

mud flaps may be damaged.

●

Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

Park the vehicle in a dry, well

ventilated place. Engage first or

reverse gear or set selector lever

to P. Prevent the vehicle from

rolling.

Fit the number plate if necessary.

End-of-life vehicle recovery

Information on end-of-life vehicle

recovery centres and the recycling of

end-of-life vehicles is available on our

website. Only entrust this work to an

authorised recycling centre.

●

Do not apply the parking brake.

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Gas vehicles must be recycled by a

service centre authorised for gas

vehicles.

Vehicle checks

Performing work

9 Danger

The ignition system and Xenon

headlights use extremely high

voltage. Do not touch.

Bonnet

Opening

9 Warning

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

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If the bonnet is opened during an

Autostop, the engine will be restarted

automatically for safety reasons.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least five minutes.

Closing

Caution

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.

Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall

into the latch from a low height

(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is

engaged.

It is the owner's responsibility to

maintain the proper level of an

appropriate quality oil in the

engine.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

insert it to the stop on the handle, pull

out and read the engine oil level.

Insert dipstick to the stop on the

handle and make half a turn.

Push the safety catch upwards and

open the bonnet.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch, to avoid dents.

Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

Engine oil

Check the engine oil level manually

on a regular basis to prevent damage

to the engine. Ensure that the correct

specification of oil is used.

Recommended fluids and lubricants

3 235.

The maximum engine oil

consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.

Secure the bonnet support.

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We recommend the use of the same

grade of engine oil that was used at

the last change.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top-up

engine oil.

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must be

drained or suctioned out.

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

Capacities 3 249, Engine oil quality/

viscosity 3 235.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Engine coolant

The coolant provides freeze

protection down to approx. -28 °C. In

northern countries with very low

temperatures, the factory filled

coolant provides frost protection

down to approx. -37 °C.

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Caution

9 Warning

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant level

Allow the engine to cool before

opening the cap. Carefully open

the cap, relieving the pressure

slowly.

Caution

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 have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by a workshop.

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

Different coolant reservoirs are used

depending on engine variant.

Top-up if the level is low.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

filling line mark.

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Washer fluid

Brakes

In the event of minimum thickness of

the brake lining, a squealing noise

sounds during braking.

Continued driving is possible but

have the brake lining replaced as

soon as possible.

Once new brake linings are installed,

do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.

The brake fluid level must be between

the MIN and MAX marks.

If fluid level is below the MIN mark,

seek the assistance of a workshop.

Brake fluid

Fill with clean water mixed with a

suitable quantity of approved

windscreen washer fluid which

contains antifreeze.

9 Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous and

corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,

skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 235.

Caution

Vehicle battery

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

free provided that the driving profile

allows sufficient charging of the

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

battery. Short-distance-driving and

frequent engine starts can discharge

the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of

unnecessary electrical consumers.

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Replacing the vehicle battery

Notice

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this section may lead to

temporary deactivation of the stop-

start system.

Batteries do not belong in household

waste. They must be disposed of at

an appropriate recycling collection

point.

Laying up the vehicle for more than

four weeks can lead to vehicle battery

discharge. Disconnect the clamp from

the negative terminal of the vehicle

battery.

Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.

The anti-theft alarm siren must be

deactivated as follows: Switch the

ignition on then off, disconnect the

vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.

When the vehicle battery is being

replaced, please ensure that there

are no open ventilation holes in the

vicinity of the positive terminal. If a

ventilation hole is open in this area, it

must be closed off with a dummy cap,

and the ventilation in the vicinity of the

negative terminal must be opened.

Only use batteries that allow the fuse

box to be mounted above the vehicle

battery.

In vehicles with an AGM (Absorptive

Glass Mat) battery, make sure to

have the battery replaced with

another AGM battery.

An AGM battery can be identified by

the label on the battery. We

recommend the use of an original

Vauxhall battery.

Notice

Using an AGM vehicle battery

different from the original Vauxhall

vehicle battery may result in a lower

performance.

We recommend that you have the

vehicle battery replaced by a

workshop.

Battery discharge protection 3 121.

Stop-start system 3 135.

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Meaning of symbols:

Charging the vehicle battery

Wiper blade replacement

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No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

9 Warning

●

Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

On vehicles with stop-start

system, ensure that the charging

potential does not exceed

14.6 volts when using a battery

charger. Otherwise the vehicle

battery might be damaged.

●

Keep the vehicle battery out of

the reach of children.

The vehicle battery contains

sulfuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

Jump starting 3 227.

Warning label

●

See the Owner's manual for

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the

raised position. Press the catches on

both sides, tilt wiper blade at a 90°

angle to the wiper arm and remove

upwards.

Insert in reverse order.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the battery.

Diesel fuel system bleeding

If the tank has been run dry, the diesel

fuel system must be bled. Switch on

the ignition three times for

15 seconds at a time. Then crank the

engine for a maximum of

40 seconds. Repeat this process after

no less than five seconds. If the

engine fails to start, seek the

assistance of a workshop.

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Wiper blade on the rear window

Bulb replacement

Switch off the ignition and switch off

the relevant switch or close the doors.

Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do

not touch the bulb glass with bare

hands.

Use only the same bulb type for

replacement.

Replace headlight bulbs from within

the engine compartment.

Sidelight/daytime running light (1)

Low beam (2)

High beam (3)

Bulb check

After a bulb replacement switch on

the ignition, operate and check the

lights.

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade

as shown in illustration and remove.

Front turn signal lights 3 200.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Halogen headlights

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Halogen headlights with separate

bulbs for sidelight, low beam and high

beam.

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2. Press the clip to disengage bulb

holder. Withdraw the bulb holder

from the reflector.

Low beam

High beam

1. Rotate the cap (2) anticlockwise

and remove it.

1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwise

and remove it.

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

reflector until it clicks.

5. Install cap.

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2. Press the clip to disengage bulb

holder. Withdraw the bulb holder

from the reflector.

2. Press both clips together and

withdraw the bulb socket from the

headlamp housing.

Sidelight/daytime running light

with bulbs

1. Rotate bulb socket (1)

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

holder and replace the bulb.

3. Remove the bulb from the socket

by pulling.

anticlockwise to disengage.

4. Insert the bulb holder with the clip

downwards and engage into the

reflector until it clicks.

4. Replace and insert new bulb into

socket.

5. Insert the bulb socket into the

headlamp housing and turn

clockwise.

5. Install cap.

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2. Rotate the bulb holder

Sidelight/daytime running light

with LEDs

Sidelights and daytime running lights

are designed as LEDs and cannot be

changed. Consult a workshop in case

of a defective LED.

Corner lighting

anticlockwise to disengage.

Withdraw the bulb holder from the

reflector.

Xenon headlights

9 Danger

Xenon headlights work under

extremely high electrical voltage.

Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced

by a workshop.

1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwise

and remove it.

3. Remove the bulb from the plug

connector by disengaging and

pulling.

4. Replace the bulb. Connect and

engage bulb holder with the plug

connector.

5. Insert the bulb holder into the

reflector and rotate clockwise to

secure.

Sidelight/daytime running lights are

designed as LEDs and cannot be

changed.

Bulbs for corner lighting can be

changed.

Front turn signal lights 3 200.

6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

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Fog lights

Tail lights

The bulbs are accessible from the

underside of the vehicle.

2. Disengage the bulb socket from

the plug connector by pressing

the retaining lug.

3. Remove and replace the bulb

socket with bulb and attach the

plug connector.

1. Release the cover in the load

compartment on the respective

side and remove.

1. Turn the bulb holder anti-

clockwise and remove it from the

reflector.

4. Insert the bulb socket into the

reflector by turning clockwise and

engage.

Front turn signal lights

Front turn signal lights consist of long-

life bulbs which cannot be changed.

Consult a workshop in case of a

defective long-life bulb.

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2. Unscrew both plastic securing

nuts from the inside by hand.

4. Press the retaining lugs and

remove the bulb carrier from the

light assembly.

Reversing light/rear fog light

Reversing light is located on the left

light assembly in the tailgate, and the

rear fog light is located on the right

light assembly in the tailgate.

The description of bulb replacement

is the same for both lights.

3. Carefully withdraw the light

assembly from the recesses and

remove.

5. Remove and replace the bulb by

pushing the bulb slightly into the

socket and rotating anticlockwise:

Tail light/Brake light (1)

Turn signal light (2)

1. Remove screw from the tailgate.

6. Insert and turn bulb clockwise into

the tail light assembly. Fit light

assembly with the retaining pins

into the recesses of the vehicle

body and tighten the plastic

securing nuts from inside the load

compartment.

Close cover and engage.

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Side turn signal lights

To replace bulb, remove lamp

housing:

2. Move light assembly slightly to the

outside, then withdraw from the

tailgate.

4. Remove the bulb by pushing

slightly into the socket and

rotating anticlockwise. Replace

the bulb.

1. Slide lamp to its left side and

remove with its right end.

5. Insert the bulb socket into the

assembly and turn to secure.

6. Attach light assembly into the

tailgate and secure with the

screw.

3. Remove the bulb holder by

turning.

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4. Insert bulb holder and turn

clockwise.

5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to

the left and insert right end.

Centre high-mounted brake

light

Have LEDs replaced by a workshop.

Number plate light

2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise

and remove from housing.

2. Remove lamp downwards, taking

care not to pull on the cable.

1. Insert screwdriver in recess of the

cover, press to the side and

release spring.

3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and

replace it.

3. Remove bulb holder from lamp

housing by turning anticlockwise.

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4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and

replace it.

There are different kinds of fuses in

the vehicle.

Electrical system

5. Insert bulb holder into lamp

Fuses

housing and turn clockwise.

Data on the replacement fuse must

match the data on the defective fuse.

6. Insert lamp into bumper and let

engage.

There are two fuse boxes in the

vehicle:

Interior lights

Courtesy light, reading lights

●

in the front left of the engine

compartment

in left-hand drive vehicles, behind

the light switch, or, in right-hand

drive vehicles, behind the

glovebox

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Load compartment light

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

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.

Dome light

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Some functions are protected by

Instrument panel

illumination

several fuses.

Fuses may also be inserted without

existence of a function.

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Fuse extractor

A fuse extractor may be located in the

fuse box in the engine compartment.

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Engine compartment fuse

box

Place the fuse extractor on the

various types of fuse from the top, and

withdraw fuse.

The fuse box is in the front left of the

engine compartment.

Disengage the cover and fold it

upwards until it stops. Remove the

cover vertically upwards.

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No. Circuit

1

Trailer interface module, rear

carrier system

14 Heated exterior mirror

30 Engine control module

15

–

31 High beam left, Xenon low

beam left

2

3

4

-

16 Brake booster kit

Battery sensor

32 High beam right, Xenon low

beam right

17 Ignition, crank power supply

18 Engine control module

19 Fuel pump

Chassis control module fuel

pump

33 Engine control module

34 Horn

5

6

ABS

20

–

Low beam and Daytime running

light left, Xenon high beam

shutter left and right

35 Air condition compressor clutch

36 Front fog lights

21 Engine solenoids, engine

sensors

7

8

–

22

–

MTA Transmission control

module, LPG control module

23 Injection system

24 Washer system

9

Body control module voltage

detection

25

–

26 Engine sensors

10 Headlamp levelling

11 Rear wiper

27 Heater shut off valve

28 Engine control module

29 Engine control module

12 Heated rear window

13 Low beam and Daytime running

light right

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No.

1

Circuit

Instrument panel fuse box

ABS pump

Front wiper

Blower

2

3

4

Instrument panel

–

5

6

Diesel fuel heater

Transmission

Cooling fan low

Cooling fan high

Cooling fan

Starter

7

8

The fuse box is located behind a

cover in the glovebox. Open the

glovebox, then open the cover and

fold it down.

9

10

11

After having changed defective fuses

close the fuse box cover and press

until it engages.

If the fuse box cover is not closed

correctly, malfunction may occur.

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No. Circuit

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

–

18 Air conditioning system

19 Sunroof

–

Power windows

Voltage transformer

Body control module 1

Body control module 2

Body control module 3

Body control module 4

Body control module 5

20 Parking assist/Rain sensor/

Front camera

21 Brake switch

22 Audio system

23 Display

24

–

25 Auxiliary jack

26 Instrument panel

27 Seat heating, driver

10 Body control module 6

11 Body control module 7

12 Body control module 8

28

29

–

13

–

30 Instrument panel/Seat heating/

FlexDock

14 Tailgate

15 Airbag system

16 Data link connection

17 Ignition

31 Horn

32 Seat heating, passenger

33 Heated steering wheel

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No. Circuit

34

35 Tyre repair kit

36

Vehicle tools

Tools

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Vehicles with tyre repair kit

–

37 Rear wiper

38 Cigarette lighter

39 Power windows/Sunroof/Auto‐

matic transmission display

40

–

On VXR or LPG version or versions

with rear carrier system or double

load-bay floor, the tools are located

together with the towing eye and tyre

repair kit on the right side of the load

compartment, behind a cover.

The tools are located together with

the towing eye and tyre repair kit in

the load compartment below the floor

cover.

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Vehicles with spare wheel

Tyre designations

Wheels and tyres

E.g. 195/55 R 16 95 H

195 : tyre width, mm

Tyre condition, wheel condition

55 : cross-section ratio (tyre height

to tyre width), percentage

Drive over edges slowly and at right

angles if possible. Driving over sharp

edges can cause tyre and wheel

damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb

when parking.

Regularly check the wheels for

damage. Seek the assistance of a

workshop in the event of damage or

unusual wear.

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 100 mph

S : up to 112 mph

T : up to 118 mph

H : up to 130 mph

V : up to 150 mph

W : up to 168 mph

We recommend not swapping the

front wheels with the rear wheels and

vice versa, as this can affect vehicle

stability. Always use less worn tyres

on the rear axle.

The jack, wheel bolt wrench and

some tools are located on the right

side of the load compartment, behind

a cover 3 70.

Choose a tyre appropiate for the

maximum speed of your verhicle.

The maximum speed is achievable at

kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus

125 kg payload. Optional equipment

could reduce the maximum speed of

the vehicle.

Winter tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

All tyre sizes are permitted as winter

tyres 3 250.

In accordance with country-specific

regulations, affix the speed sticker in

the driver's field of view.

Performance 3 244.

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Tyre pressure 3 250.

For the tyres approved for your

Directional tyres

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.

The tyre pressure information label

on the right door frame indicates the

original equipment tyres and the

correspondent tyre pressures.

The tyre pressure data refers to cold

tyres. It applies to summer and winter

tyres.

The ECO tyre pressure serves to

achieve the smallest amount of fuel

consumption possible.

Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and

fuel economy and will increase tyre

wear.

Directional tyres must be mounted so

that they rotate in the correct

direction. The proper rotation

direction is indicated by a symbol

(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

Tyre pressure

9 Warning

Check the pressure of cold tyres at

least every 14 days and before any

long journey. Do not forget the spare

wheel.

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.

This also applies to vehicles with tyre

pressure monitoring system.

Unscrew the valve cap.

Tyre pressures differ depending on

various options.

9 Warning

For the correct tyre pressure value,

follow the procedure below:

For specific tyres the

recommended tyre pressure as

shown in the tyre pressure table

may exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

Never exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

●

Identify the engine identifier

code. Engine data 3 242.

●

Identify the respective tyre.

The tyre pressure tables show all

possible tyre combinations 3 250.

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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 the page Tyre load in the Driver

Information Centre 3 96.

The menu can be selected by

pressing the buttons on the turn

signal lever.

Tyre pressure monitoring

system

The tyre pressure monitoring system

checks the pressure of all four tyres

once a minute when vehicle speed

exceeds a certain limit.

Temperature dependency

Caution

The tyre pressure depends on the

temperature of the tyre. During

driving, tyre temperature and

pressure increase. Tyre pressure

values provided on the tyre

information label and tyre pressure

chart are valid for cold tyres, which

means at 20 °C.

The pressure increases by nearly

1.5 psi for a 10 °C temperature

increase. This must be considered

when warm tyres are checked.

The tyre pressure value displayed in

the Driver Information Centre shows

the real tyre pressure. A cooled down

tyre will show a decreased value,

which does not indicate an air leak.

Tyre pressure monitoring system

warns only about low tyre pressure

condition and does not replace

regular tyre maintenance by the

driver.

All wheels must be equipped with

pressure sensors and the tyres must

have the prescribed pressure.

Press MENU to select the Vehicle

Information Menu ?.

Turn the adjuster wheel to select the

tyre pressure monitoring system.

Notice

In countries where the tyre pressure

monitoring system is legally

required, the use of wheels without

pressure sensors will invalidate the

vehicle type approval.

Midlevel display:

The current tyre pressures can be

shown in the Vehicle Information

Menu ? in the Driver Information

Centre.

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The tyre pressures for all tyres are

displayed on one page.

After inflating, some driving may be

required to update the tyre pressure

values in the Driver Information

Centre. During this time w may

illuminate.

If w illuminates at lower temperatures

and extinguishes after driving, this

could be an indicator for approaching

a low tyre pressure condition. Check

tyre pressure.

System status and pressure warnings

are displayed by a message

indicating the corresponding tyre in

the Driver Information Centre.

The system considers the tyre

temperature for the warnings.

Temperature dependency 3 211.

Vehicle messages 3 102.

If the tyre pressure must be reduced

The tyre pressure for each tyre is

displayed on its own page.

Uplevel display:

or increased, switch off ignition.

Only mount wheels with pressure

sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure

will not be displayed and w

A detected low tyre pressure

condition is indicated by the control

indicator w 3 94.

If w illuminates, stop as soon as

possible and inflate the tyres as

recommended 3 250.

If w flashes for 60-90 seconds then

illuminates continuously, there is a

fault in the system. Consult a

workshop.

illuminates continuously.

A spare wheel or temporary spare

wheel is not equipped with pressure

sensors. The tyre pressure

monitoring system is not operational

for these tyres. Control indicator w

illuminates. For the further three

tyres, the system remains

operational.

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The use of commercially-available

liquid tyre repair kits can impair the

function of the system. Factory-

approved repair kits can be used.

Operating electronic devices or being

close to facilities using similar wave

frequencies could disrupt the tyre

pressure monitoring system.

The menu Tyre Load only appears if

the vehicle is at a standstill and the

parking brake is applied. On vehicles

with automatic transmission, the

selector lever must be in P.

Midlevel display:

Each time the tyres are replaced, tyre

pressure monitoring system sensors

must be dismounted and serviced.

For the screwed sensor; replace

valve core and sealing ring. For the

clipped sensor; replace complete

valve stem.

Select

●

Light for comfort pressure up to

three people.

Eco for Eco pressure up to

three people.

Max for full loading.

Vehicle loading status

Adjust tyre pressure to load condition

according to the tyre information label

or tyre pressure chart 3 250, and

select the appropriate setting in the

menu Tyre Load in the Driver

Information Centre, Vehicle

Information Menu ? 3 96. This

setting is the reference for the tyre

pressure warnings.

Select

Tyre pressure sensor matching

process

●

LO for comfort pressure up to

three people.

Each TPMS sensor has a unique

identification code. The identification

code must be matched to a new

wheel position after rotating the

wheels or exchanging the complete

wheel set and if one or more tyre

ECO for Eco pressure up to

three people.

Hi for full loading.

Uplevel display:

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pressure sensors were replaced. The

tyre pressure sensor matching

process should also be performed

after replacing a spare wheel with a

road wheel containing a tyre pressure

sensor.

The malfunction light w and the

warning message or code should

extinguish at the next ignition cycle.

The sensors are matched to the

wheel positions, using a relearn tool,

in the following order: left side front

wheel, right side front wheel, right

side rear wheel and left side rear

wheel. The turn signal light at the

current active position is illuminated

until sensor is matched.

Consult a workshop for service or

purchase a relearn tool. There are

two minutes to match the first wheel

position, and five minutes overall to

match all four wheel positions. If it

takes longer, the matching process

stops and must be restarted.

3. On vehicles with automatic

transmission: set the selector

lever to P.

On vehicles with manual

transmission automated: Keep

brake pedal depressed. Move and

hold the selector lever for five

seconds to position N until P is

displayed in the Driver

Information Centre. P indicates

that the tyre pressure sensor

matching process can be started.

On vehicles with manual

transmission: select neutral.

Uplevel display:

4. Use MENU on the turn signal

lever to select the Vehicle

Information Menu ? in the

Driver Information Centre.

5. Turn the adjuster wheel to scroll to

the tyre pressure menu.

Midlevel display:

The tyre pressure sensor matching

process is:

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Turn the ignition on.

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6. Press SET/CLR to begin the

sensor matching process. A

message requesting acceptance

of the process should be

displayed.

matched to the left side rear

wheel, and the tyre pressure

sensor matching process is no

longer active.

13. Turn off the ignition.

7. Press SET/CLR again to confirm

the selection. The horn sounds

twice to indicate that the receiver

is in relearn mode.

14. Set all four tyres to the

recommended air pressure level

as indicated on the tyre pressure

information label.

15. Ensure the tyre loading status is

set according to the selected

pressure 3 96.

8. Start with the left side front wheel.

9. Place the relearn tool against the

tyre sidewall, near the valve stem.

Then press the button to activate

the tyre pressure sensor. A horn

chirp confirms that the sensor

identification code has been

The legally permissible minimum

tread depth (1.6 mm) has been

reached when the tread has worn

down as far as one of the tread wear

indicators (TWI). Their position is

indicated by markings on the

sidewall.

Tyres age, even if they are not used.

We recommend tyre replacement

every six years.

Tread depth

Check tread depth at regular

intervals.

matched to this wheel position.

Tyres should be replaced for safety

reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm

(4 mm for winter tyres).

For safety reasons it is recommended

that the tread depth of the tyres on

one axle should not vary by more than

2 mm.

10. Proceed to the right side front

wheel, and repeat the procedure

in Step 9.

11. Proceed to the right side rear

wheel, and repeat the procedure

in Step 9.

Changing tyre and wheel

size

12. Proceed to the left side rear

wheel, and repeat the procedure

in Step 9. The horn sounds twice

to indicate that the sensor

If tyres of a different size than those

fitted at the factory are used, it may be

necessary to reprogramme the

identification code has been

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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.

If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres must

not have a rim protection ridge.

Wheel covers must not impair brake

cooling.

Tyre chains are only permitted on the

front wheels.

Always use fine mesh chains that add

no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread

and the inboard sides (including chain

lock).

9 Warning

Caution

9 Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel

covers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and thereby

accidents.

When converting to wheels with

14 inch diameter, the ground

clearance will be reduced. This

must be considered when passing

over obstacles.

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of

size 175/70 R14, 185/70 R14,

185/65 R15, 205/45 R17.

Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of

size 195/55 R16 with rims of size

16 x 6 and 16 x 6.5, the latter only in

combination with limited steering

angle. Seek the assistance of a

workshop.

Steel wheels: When using locking

wheel nuts don't attach wheel covers.

9 Warning

Tyre chains

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels

may lead to accidents and will

invalidate the vehicle type

approval.

Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres

of size 215/45 R17 and 215/40 R18.

The use of tyre chains is not permitted

on the temporary spare wheel.

Wheel covers

Wheel covers and tyres that are

factory approved for the respective

vehicle and comply with all of the

relevant wheel and tyre combination

requirements must be used.

Tyre repair kit

Minor damage to the tyre tread can be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

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Do not remove foreign bodies from

the tyres.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at the tyre's side wall near the rim

cannot be repaired with the tyre repair

kit.

Vehicles with tyre repair kit under

the floor cover

9 Warning

Do not drive faster than 50 mph.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may be

3. Remove the electrical connection

cable and air hose from the

affected.

stowage compartments on the

underside of the compressor.

If you have a flat tyre:

Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

The tyre repair kit is stowed in the load

compartment.

1. Take the tyre repair kit from the

compartment.

2. Remove the compressor.

Depending on the equipment, the tyre

repair kit is in a compartment in the

right sidewall or in a compartment

under the floor cover.

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4. Screw the compressor air hose to

the connection on the sealant

bottle.

9. Connect the compressor plug to

the power outlet or cigarette

lighter socket.

13. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within ten

minutes. Tyre pressure 3 250.

When the correct pressure is

obtained, switch off the

compressor.

5. Fit the sealant bottle into the

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

retainer on the compressor.

Set the compressor near the tyre

in such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

If the prescribed tyre pressure is

not obtained within ten minutes,

remove the tyre repair kit. Move

the vehicle one tyre rotation.

Reattach the tyre repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

ten minutes. If the prescribed tyre

pressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

10. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled

with sealant.

6. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

11. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to six bar

whilst the sealant bottle is

7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre

valve.

emptying (approx. 30 seconds).

8. The switch on the compressor

Then the pressure starts to drop.

must be set to J.

12. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

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Drain excess tyre pressure with

the button over the pressure

indicator.

Vehicles with tyre repair kit in the

sidewall

Do not run the compressor for

longer than ten 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 of the sealant bottle.

This prevents sealant from

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

If tyre pressure is more than

1.3 bar, set it to the correct value.

Repeat the procedure until there

is no more loss of pressure.

load compartment.

15. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

To open the compartment, disengage

the cover and open it.

16. Take the label indicating

maximum permitted speed from

the sealant bottle and affix in the

driver's field of view.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must

not be used. Seek the assistance

of a workshop.

17. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

six miles (but no more than ten

minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve and

compressor when doing this.

18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

compartment.

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1. Take the sealant bottle and

bracket with air hose from the

insert.

5. Screw tyre inflation hose to valve.

6. Screw air hose onto compressor

connection.

7. Switch on ignition.

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

3. Position the sealant bottle on the

bracket. Make sure that the bottle

does not fall.

2. Detach air hose from bracket and

screw onto sealant bottle

connection.

8. Press on/off switch on the

compressor. The tyre is filled with

sealant.

9. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to six bar

whilst the sealant bottle is

emptying (approx. 30 seconds).

Then the pressure starts to drop.

4. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

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10. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

This prevents sealant from

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

load compartment.

General information

Notice

The driving characteristics of the

repaired tyre are severely affected,

therefore have this tyre replaced.

If unusual noise is heard or the

compressor becomes hot, turn

compressor off for at least

30 minutes.

The built-in safety valve opens at a

pressure of seven bar (102 psi).

Note the expiry date of the kit. After

this date its sealing capability is no

longer guaranteed. Pay attention to

storage information on sealant

bottle.

Replace the used sealant bottle.

Dispose of the bottle as prescribed

by applicable laws.

11. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within ten

minutes. Tyre pressure 3 250.

When the correct pressure is

obtained, switch off the

13. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

14. Take the label indicating

maximum permitted speed from

the sealant bottle and affix in the

driver's field of view.

15. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

six miles (but no more than ten

minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve and

compressor when doing this.

compressor by pressing the on/off

switch again.

If the prescribed tyre pressure is

not obtained within ten minutes,

remove the tyre repair kit. Move

the vehicle one tyre rotation.

Reattach the tyre repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

ten minutes. If the prescribed tyre

pressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

Release excess tyre pressure

using ].

Do not run the compressor for

longer than ten minutes.

If tyre pressure is more than

1.3 bar, set it to the correct value.

Repeat the procedure until there

is no more loss of pressure.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must

not be used. Seek the assistance

of a workshop.

The compressor and sealant can be

used from approx. -30 °C.

The adapters supplied can be used

to pump up other items e.g.

footballs, air mattresses, inflatable

dinghies etc. They are located on the

underside of the compressor. To

remove, screw on compressor air

hose and withdraw adapter.

12. Push catch on bracket to remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

the tyre inflation hose to the free

connection of the sealant bottle.

16. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

compartment.

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●

Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Before screwing in the wheel

bolts, clean them and lightly coat

the taper of each wheel bolt with

commercially available grease.

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.

9 Warning

●

Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

Do not grease the thread of the

wheel bolt.

●

Never change more than one

Alloy wheels with centre cap:

1. Steel wheels:

wheel at once.

Insert extractor in the open slot of

the centre cap and withdraw the

cap from the wheel. Vehicle tools

3 209.

Pull off the wheel cover.

Alloy wheels with bolt caps:

Disengage wheel bolt caps with a

screwdriver and remove. To

protect the wheel, place a soft

cloth between the screwdriver

and the alloy wheel.

Use the jack only to change

wheels in case of puncture, not

for seasonal winter or summer

tyre change.

●

The jack is maintenance-free.

If the ground on which the vehicle

is standing is soft, a solid board

(max. 1 cm thick) should be

placed under the jack.

●

Take heavy objects out of the

vehicle before jacking up.

No people or animals may be in

the vehicle when it is jacked-up.

Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.

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2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it locates securely and loosen

each wheel bolt by half a turn.

may be used. The vehicle may be

damaged.

The wheels might be protected by

locking wheel bolts. To loosen

these specific bolts, first attach

the adapter for the locking wheel

bolts onto the head of the bolt

before installing the wheel

wrench. The adapter is located in

the glovebox.

Attach jack handle and with the

jack correctly aligned rotate

handle until wheel is clear of the

ground.

4. Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

the jacking point in a manner that

prevents it from slipping.

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

3. Ensure the jack is correctly

positioned under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

sequence. Tightening torque is

110 Nm.

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover of the steel wheel with the

tyre valve before installing.

On versions with sill panelling or

retrofitted sill panelling, no jack

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225

Install wheel bolt caps or centre

cap on alloy wheel.

11. Install vehicle jacking point cover.

12. Stow and secure the replaced

wheel, the vehicle tools 3 209 and

the adapter for the locking wheel

bolts 3 57.

13. Check the tyre pressure of the

installed tyre and the wheel bolt

torque as soon as possible.

Rear arm position of the lifting

platform located centrally under the

recess of the sill.

The use of a spare wheel that is

smaller than the other wheels or in

combination with winter tyres

could affect driveability. Have the

defective tyre replaced as soon as

possible.

3-door/5-door hatchback

Have the defective tyre renewed or

repaired as soon as possible.

Jacking position for lifting platform

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 applicable speed limit.

The spare wheel is located in the load

compartment beneath the floor

covering. It is secured with a wing nut.

Fitting a double load-bay floor in this

case in the upper position 3 70.

The spare wheel has a steel rim.

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To remove, unscrew wing nut, lift

spare wheel, move to a vertical

position and remove from above.

When stowing the replaced wheel or

the temporary spare wheel back in

the spare wheel well, always secure

with the wing nut.

Temporary spare wheel

Caution

The use of the temporary spare

wheel could affect driveability.

Have the defective tyre renewed

or repaired as soon as possible.

Delivery van

Only mount one temporary spare

wheel. The permissible maximum

speed on the label on the temporary

spare wheel is only valid for the

factory-fitted tyre size.

If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the

rear while towing another vehicle,

mount the temporary spare wheel in

the front and the full size tyre in the

rear.

Remove spacer above the spare

wheel, lift the wheel, move to a

vertical position and remove from

above.

When stowing the replaced wheel or

the temporary spare wheel back in

the spare wheel well, always insert

the adapter and secure the load cover

with the wing nut.

Depending on the defective replaced

wheel, the spacer can be omitted if

necessary, or the wheel can be bolted

down without the floor cover.

Tyre chains 3 217.

Spare wheel with directional tyre

Remove load floor.

The spare wheel is screwed down

together with the floor cover.

If possible, fit directional tyres such

that they roll in the direction of travel.

The rolling direction is indicated by a

symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the

sidewall.

Unscrew wing nut and lift load cover.

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The following applies to tyres fitted

opposing the rolling direction:

●

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

capacity (Ah) must not be much

less than that of the discharged

vehicle battery.

Use jump leads with insulated

terminals and a cross section of

at least 16 mm²(25 mm²for

diesel engines).

Do not disconnect the discharged

vehicle battery from the vehicle.

Switch off all unnecessary

electrical consumers.

Do not lean over the battery

during jump starting.

Do not allow the terminals of one

lead to touch those of the other

lead.

The vehicles must not come into

contact with each other during

the jump starting process.

Jump starting

Do not start with a quick charger.

A vehicle with a discharged vehicle

battery can be started using jump

leads and the vehicle battery of

another vehicle.

●

Driveability may be affected.

Have the defective tyre renewed

or repaired as soon as possible

and fit it instead of the spare

wheel.

●

Drive particularly carefully on wet

and snow-covered road

surfaces.

9 Warning

Be extremely careful when starting

with jump leads. Any deviation

from the following instructions can

lead to injuries or damage caused

by battery explosion or damage to

the electrical systems of both

vehicles.

●

9 Warning

Avoid contact of the battery with

eyes, skin, fabrics and painted

surfaces. The fluid contains

sulphuric acid which can cause

injuries and damage in the event

of direct contact.

●

Never expose the battery to

naked flames or sparks.

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●

Apply the parking brake,

transmission in neutral,

automatic transmission in P.

Open the positive terminal

protection caps of both vehicle

batteries.

3. Connect the black lead to the

negative terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

4. Switch on electrical consumers

(e.g. headlights, heated rear

window) of the vehicle receiving

the jump start.

●

4. Connect the other end of the black

lead to a vehicle grounding point,

such as the engine block or an

engine mounting bolt. Connect as

far away from the discharged

vehicle battery as possible,

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

when removing leads.

however at least 60 cm.

Route the leads so that they cannot

catch on rotating parts in the engine

compartment.

To start the engine:

1. Start the engine of the vehicle

providing the jump.

2. After five minutes, start the other

engine. Start attempts should be

made for no longer than

15 seconds at an interval of one

minute.

3. Allow both engines to idle for

approx. three minutes with the

leads connected.

Lead connection order:

1. Connect the red lead to the

positive terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

2. Connect the other end of the red

lead to the positive terminal of the

discharged vehicle battery.

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Towing

Towing the vehicle

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

When the engine is not running,

considerably more force is needed to

brake and steer.

To prevent the entry of exhaust gases

from the towing vehicle, switch on the

air recirculation and close the

windows.

Vehicles with automatic transmission:

the vehicle must be towed facing

forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor

further than 60 miles. In all other

cases and when the transmission is

defective, the front axle must be

raised off the ground.

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go until it stops in a horizontal

position.

Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow

rod – to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering the

vehicle.

Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the

lower part of the cap. Release the cap

by carefully moving the screwdriver

downwards.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 209.

Switch on ignition to release steering

wheel lock and to permit operation of

brake lights, horn and windscreen

wiper.

Vehicles with manual transmission

automated: the vehicle must only be

towed facing forwards with the front

axle raised off the ground.

Transmission in neutral.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap at the top and engage

downwards.

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Towing another vehicle

Caution

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap at the top and engage

downwards.

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.

Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the

lower bend of the cap. Release the

cap by carefully moving the

screwdriver downwards.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 209.

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.

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If using a car wash, comply with the

car wash manufacturer's instructions.

The windscreen wiper and rear

window wiper must be switched off.

Remove antenna and external

Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the

vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use

separate leathers for painted and

glass surfaces: remnants of wax on

the windows will impair vision.

Appearance care

Exterior care

Locks

accessories such as roof racks etc.

Exterior lights

The locks are lubricated at the factory

using a high quality lock cylinder

grease. Use a de-icing agent only

when absolutely necessary, as this

has a degreasing effect and impairs

lock function. After using a de-icing

agent, have the locks regreased by a

workshop.

If you wash your vehicle by hand,

make sure that the insides of the

wheel housings are also thoroughly

rinsed out.

Clean edges and folds on opened

doors and the bonnet as well as the

areas they cover.

Clean bright metal mouldings with a

cleaning solution approved for

aluminium to avoid damages.

Headlight and other light covers are

made of plastic. Do not use any

abrasive or caustic agents, do not use

an ice scraper, and do not clean them

dry.

Polishing and waxing

Washing

Wax painted parts of the vehicle

regularly (at the latest when water no

longer beads). Otherwise, the

paintwork will dry out.

Polishing is necessary only if the paint

has become dull or if solid deposits

have become attached to it.

Paintwork polish with silicone forms a

protective film, making waxing

unnecessary.

Unpainted plastic body parts must not

be treated with wax or polishing

agents.

The paintwork of your vehicle is

exposed to environmental influences.

Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.

When using automatic vehicle

washes, select a programme that

includes waxing. Restrictions for

filmed or matt painted body parts or

decor tapes, see "Polishing and

waxing".

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

pollen and the like should be cleaned

off immediately, as they contain

aggressive constituents which can

cause paint damage.

Caution

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of four to nine.

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

surfaces.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

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Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes

must not be polished, to avoid

gleaming. Do not use hot wax

programmes in automatic car washes

if the vehicle is equipped with these

parts.

Remove dirt residues from smearing

wiper blades by using a soft cloth and

window cleaner. Also make sure to

remove any residues such as wax,

insect residues and similar from the

window.

Paintwork damage

Rectify minor paintwork damage with

a touch-up pen before rust forms.

Have more extensive damage or rust

areas repaired by a workshop.

Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror

housing cover, must not be polished.

Otherwise these parts would become

agleam or the colour would be

dissolved.

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

Underbody

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating while other

critical areas have a durable

Sunroof

protective wax coating.

Never clean with solvents or abrasive

agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.

paint cleaner, acetone-containing

solutions etc.), acidic or highly

alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do

not apply wax or polishing agents to

the sunroof.

Windows and windscreen wiper

blades

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

leather together with window cleaner

and insect remover.

When cleaning the rear window from

inside, always wipe in parallel to the

heating element to prevent damage.

For mechanical removal of ice, use a

sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the

scraper firmly against the glass so

that no dirt can get under it and

scratch the glass.

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.

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

Rims are painted and can be treated

with the same agents as the body.

Clean smearing wiper blades with a

soft cloth and window cleaner.

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Liquid gas system

9 Danger

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Only clean the vehicle interior,

including the instrument panel fascia

and panelling, with a dry cloth or

interior cleaner.

Clean the leather upholstery with

clear water and a soft cloth. In case of

heavy soiling, use leather care.

Close Velcro fasteners as open

Velcro fasteners on clothing could

damage seat upholstery.

The same applies to clothing with

sharp-edged objects, like zips or

belts or studded jeans.

Liquid gas is heavier than air and

can collect in sink points.

Take care when performing work

at the underbody in a pit.

For painting work and when using a

drying booth at a temperature above

60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be

removed.

Do not make any modifications to the

liquid gas system.

Plastic and rubber parts

The instrument cluster and the

displays should only be cleaned using

a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a

weak soap solution.

Plastic and rubber parts can be

cleaned with the same cleaner as

used to clean the body. Use interior

cleaner if necessary. Do not use any

other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol

in particular. Do not use high-

pressure jet cleaners.

Clean fabric upholstery with a

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with

a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

Clothing fabrics may not be

colourfast. This could cause visible

discolourations, especially on light-

coloured upholstery. Removable

stains and discolourations should be

cleaned as soon as possible.

Rear carrier system

Clean the rear carrier system with a

steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner

at least once a year.

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

or interior cleaner.

Operate the rear carrier system

periodically if not in regular use, in

particular during winter.

Vehicle care for Your Vauxhall Corsa 4 Door First Generation (2014-2019)

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