Get Vehicle care Guide for Vauxhall Insignia 4 Door Second Generation (2018-2022)

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Vehicle care

Electrical system ........................ 247

Fuses ....................................... 247

Engine compartment fuse box . 248

Instrument panel fuse box ....... 251

Vehicle tools .............................. 252

Tools ........................................ 252

Wheels and tyres ....................... 253

Winter tyres ............................. 253

Tyre designations .................... 254

Tyre pressure .......................... 254

Tyre pressure monitoring

system .................................... 255

Tread depth ............................. 257

Changing tyre and wheel size . 258

Wheel covers ........................... 258

Tyre chains .............................. 259

Tyre repair kit .......................... 259

Wheel changing ....................... 264

Spare wheel ............................ 264

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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General Information ................... 228

Accessories and vehicle

modifications .......................... 228

Vehicle storage ........................ 229

End-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 229

Vehicle checks ........................... 230

Performing work ...................... 230

Bonnet ..................................... 230

Engine oil ................................. 231

Engine coolant ......................... 232

Washer fluid ............................ 233

Brakes ..................................... 233

Brake fluid ............................... 233

Vehicle battery ......................... 234

Diesel fuel system bleeding ..... 236

Wiper blade replacement ........ 236

Bulb replacement ....................... 237

Halogen headlights .................. 237

LED headlights ........................ 239

Front fog lights ......................... 239

Tail lights ................................. 241

Side turn lights ......................... 246

Number plate light ................... 247

Interior lights ............................ 247

Any modification, conversion or other

changes made to standard vehicle

specifications (including, without

limitation, software modifications,

modifications of the electronic control

units) may invalidate the warranty

offered by Vauxhall. Furthermore,

such changes may affect driver

assistance systems, fuel

Jump starting ............................. 268

Towing ....................................... 270

Towing the vehicle ................... 270

Towing another vehicle ........... 271

Appearance care ....................... 272

Exterior care ............................ 272

Interior care ............................. 274

Floor mats ............................... 275

consumption, CO₂emissions and

other emissions of the vehicle. They

may also invalidate the vehicle

operating permit.

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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.

Do not apply the parking brake.

Open the bonnet, close all doors

and lock the vehicle.

End-of-life vehicle recovery

Caution

Information on end-of-life vehicle

recovery centres and the recycling of

end-of-life vehicles is available on our

website, where legally required. Only

entrust this work to an authorised

recycling centre.

When transporting the vehicle on

a train or on a recovery vehicle, the

mud flaps might be damaged.

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Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

●

Disconnect the clamp from the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Note that all systems are

not functional, e.g. anti-theft

alarm system.

●

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:

●

Clean and preserve the rubber

seals.

●

Connect the clamp to the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Initialize the power

windows 3 40.

●

Fill up fuel tank completely.

Change the engine oil.

Drain the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the coolant antifreeze and

corrosion protection.

●

Check tyre pressure.

Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the engine oil level.

Check the coolant level.

●

Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

Fit the number plate if necessary.

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Vehicle checks

9 Danger

Performing work

The ignition system uses

extremely high voltage. Do not

touch.

Bonnet

Opening

Move the safety catch sideways to the

left vehicle side and open the bonnet.

The bonnet is held open

automatically.

If the bonnet is opened during an

Autostop, the engine will be restarted

automatically for safety reasons.

9 Warning

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

Stop-start system 3 156.

Closing

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the

latch from a low height (20-25 cm).

Check that the bonnet is engaged.

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Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch to avoid dents.

Active bonnet 3 71.

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

3 277.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

reinsert fully, pull out and read the

engine oil level.

The maximum engine oil

consumption is 0.6 l per 600 miles.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least 5 minutes.

Caution

It is the owner's responsibility to

maintain the proper level of an

appropriate quality oil in the

engine.

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When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up

engine oil.

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

We recommend the use of the same

grade of engine oil that was used at

last change.

Engine coolant

The factory filled coolant provides

freeze protection down to approx.

-28 °C. In cold regions with very low

temperatures, the factory filled

coolant provides frost protection

down to approx. -37 °C.

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.

Wipe off any spilled engine oil

immediately.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

filling line mark. Top up if the level is

low.

Coolant and antifreeze 3 277.

Coolant level

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must be

drained or suctioned out. If the oil

exceeds the maximum level, do

not start the vehicle and contact a

workshop.

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

Capacities 3 289.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

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Depending on the engine, the

position of the coolant container may

be different.

Washer fluid

Brakes

In the event of minimum thickness of

the brake lining, a squealing noise

sounds during braking.

9 Warning

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.

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 have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by 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.

Caution

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

Washer fluid 3 277.

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Vehicle battery

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 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 brake fluid level must be between

the MIN and MAX marks.

If fluid level is below MIN seek the

assistance of a workshop.

The vehicle battery is located in the

engine compartment.

There are connecting points for jump

starting 3 268.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 277.

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

free provided that the driving profile

allows sufficient charging of the

battery. Short-distance-driving and

frequent engine starts can discharge

the battery. Avoid the use of

Battery discharge protection 3 138.

Disconnecting the battery

If the vehicle's battery is to be

disconnected (e.g. for maintenance

work), the alarm siren must be

deactivated as follows: Switch the

ignition on then off, then disconnect

the vehicle's battery within

unnecessary electrical consumers.

15 seconds.

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The warning message will disappear

after the engine has been started

twice without a voltage drop.

If the vehicle battery cannot be

recharged, have the cause of the fault

remedied by a workshop.

Replacing the vehicle battery

Notice

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this section may lead to

temporary deactivation or

disturbance of the stop-start system.

Charging the vehicle battery

9 Warning

On vehicles with stop-start

system, ensure that the charging

potential does not exceed 14.6 V

when using a battery charger.

Otherwise the vehicle battery may

be damaged.

Vehicle battery state of charge

function

The function guarantees longest

vehicle battery life via a generator

with controllable power output and

optimised power distribution.

To prevent discharge of the vehicle

battery when driving, the following

systems are reduced automatically in

two stages and finally switched off:

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.

Ensure that the battery is always

replaced by the same type of battery.

We recommend that you have the

vehicle battery replaced by a

workshop.

Jump starting 3 268.

Discharge protection

Battery voltage

When the vehicle battery voltage is

running low, a warning message will

appear in the Driver Information

Centre.

●

auxiliary heater

heated rear and front window

heated steering wheel

heated mirrors

heated seats

fan

1. Switch off any electrical

consumers which are not required

for a safe ride, e.g. seat heating,

heated rear window or other main

consumers.

Stop-start system 3 156.

In the second stage, a message

which confirms the activation of the

vehicle battery discharge protection

will be displayed in the Driver

Information Centre.

2. Charge the vehicle battery by

driving continuously for a while or

by using a charging device.

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Idle boost

Meaning of symbols:

Wiper blade replacement

Windscreen

If charging of the vehicle battery is

required due to battery condition, the

power output of the generator must

be increased. This will be achieved by

an idle boost which may be audible.

●

No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

●

Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

A message appears in the Driver

Information Centre.

●

Keep the vehicle battery out of

reach of children.

Power outlet

The vehicle battery contains

sulphuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

The power outlets are deactivated in

the event of low vehicle battery

voltage.

●

See the Owner's Manual for

Warning label

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the vehicle battery.

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the

raised position. Lift retaining clip to

disengage the wiper blade and

remove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

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

Lower wiper arm carefully.

40 seconds. Repeat this process after

no less than 5 seconds. If the engine

fails to start, seek the assistance of a

workshop.

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Sports Tourer, Country Tourer

Rear window

Grand Sport

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.

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.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

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.

Halogen headlights

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Halogen headlights with separate

bulbs for low beam and high beam.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

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1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

holder and replace the bulb.

4. Insert the bulb holder.

Low beam (1) outer bulb.

High beam (2) inner bulb.

2. Disengage bulb holder by

pressing the retainer to the front.

Withdraw the bulb holder from the

reflector housing.

Low beam (1)

5. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

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2. Disengage bulb holder by

pressing the retainer to the front.

Withdraw the bulb holder from the

reflector housing.

High beam (2)

Daytime running lights

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

LED headlights

Headlights for low and high beam,

sidelights, daytime running lights and

turn lights are designed as LEDs and

cannot be changed.

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.

Front fog lights

1. Grand Sport, Sports Tourer

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

holder and replace the bulb.

4. Insert the bulb holder.

5. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

Front turn lights

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

Side lights

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

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Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat

screwdriver to prevent paint

damage. Insert the screwdriver in

the recess at the edge of the

cover. Release the cover by

levering it out carefully.

2. Grand Sport, Sports Tourer

Wrap a cloth around the tip of the

flat screwdriver to prevent paint

damage. Lever out the faceplate

by inserting the screwdriver in the

recess and remove it.

Country Tourer

Undo screw with the torx

screwdriver and remove the

faceplate.

Country Tourer

3. Undo three screws with the torx

screwdriver and remove the light

assembly to the front.

Undo the screw with a torx

screwdriver.

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6. Remove and replace the bulb unit

and attach the plug connector.

Note that the bulb and the socket

are one unit and have to be

changed together.

Grand Sport

Light assembly in the body

7. Insert the bulb socket into the light

assembly by turning clockwise

and engage.

8. Mount the light assembly by

tightening the three screws.

9. Attach the faceplate and tighten

the screw.

10. Grand Sport, Sports Tourer

Attach and engage the cover.

4. Turn the bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

1. Remove the cover on the

respective side.

Tail lights

Tail lights and brake lights are

designed as LEDs. In case of failure,

have LEDs replaced by a workshop.

Turn lights, rear fog light and reverse

lights are designed for bulbs and can

be changed as follows.

5. Disengage the plug connector by

pressing the retaining lug.

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2. Unscrew the two plastic securing

nuts from the inside by hand.

6. Attach the bulb socket to the light

assembly.

7. Attach the light assembly to the

vehicle body and tighten the

securing nuts from the inside of

the load compartment. Attach

cover.

Light assembly in the tailgate

4. Turn the turn light bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

3. Carefully withdraw light assembly

from recess and remove. Take

care that the cable is not being

pulled off.

1. Release the cover in the tailgate

and remove it.

5. Remove and replace the turn light

bulb.

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3. Carefully withdraw light assembly

from recess and remove. Take

care that the cable is not being

pulled off.

Rear fog light

2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut

by hand.

4. Turn the bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

Rear fog light (1)

Reverse light (2)

5. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb.

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Reverse light

3. Turn the turn light bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

6. Insert the bulb socket into the tail

light assembly. Fit light assembly

on the tailgate and tighten the

screw from the inside. Attach

cover.

Sports Tourer, Country Tourer

Light assembly in the body

2. Carefully withdraw light assembly

from recess and remove. Take

care that the cable is not being

pulled off.

4. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the turn light

bulb.

5. Attach the bulb socket to the light

assembly.

6. Attach the light assembly to the

vehicle body and tighten the

screws. Close covers.

1. Open the covers with screwdriver.

Unscrew and remove both

screws.

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Light assembly in the tailgate

4. Turn the bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

Rear fog light (1)

Reverse light (2)

5. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb.

3. Carefully withdraw the light

assembly from the recess and

remove. Take care that the cable

is not being pulled off.

1. Release the cover in the tailgate

and remove it.

Rear fog light

2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut

by hand.

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Side turn lights

To replace bulb, remove lamp

housing:

Reverse light

2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise

and remove from housing.

6. Insert the bulb socket into the light

assembly. Fit light assembly on

the tailgate and tighten the screw

from the inside. Attach cover.

1. Slide the lamp housing forward

and remove it at the back.

3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and

replace it.

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4. Insert bulb holder and turn

clockwise.

Fuse extractor

Electrical system

A fuse extractor may be located in the

fuse box in the engine compartment.

The extractor has two sides, each

side is designed for a different type of

fuses.

5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to

Fuses

the left and insert right end.

Data on the replacement fuse must

match the data on the defective fuse.

Number plate light

There are two fuse boxes in the

vehicle:

The number plate light is designed as

LEDs and can not be changed. In

case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

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engine compartment

instrument panel

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

A blown fuse can be recognised by its

melted wire.

Interior lights

Have the following bulbs replaced by

a workshop:

●

courtesy light, reading lights

load compartment light

instrument panel illumination

Caution

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.

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Engine compartment fuse

box

Grab the fuse with the fuse extractor

and withdraw the fuse.

The fuse box is in the front left of the

engine compartment.

Disengage the cover and remove it.

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No. Circuit

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

–

18 Sunblind

35 Damping / All-wheel drive

36 Fuel system

–

19 Power seat, driver

ABS

20

–

37

38

39

–

21 Sunroof

–

22 Rear wiper / Airbag

23 Adaptive forward lighting

Tailgate

40 Steering wheel lock

Rear fog light / Front fog lights

Memory module

24

25

–

41

42

–

Heated windscreen

26 Transmission control module

27 Ignition / Instrument panel

43 Heated steering wheel

10 Seat lumbar

44 Headlight range adjustment

11 DC / DC battery

12 Heated rear window

13 Heated mirror

28

–

45

46 Engine control module

47

–

29 Rear view camera / Air vent

30 Malfunction indicator light /

Trailer

–

14

15

–

48 DC/DC converter / Air vent / E-

Boost

31

–

32 Camera

49 Rear door control module

16 Front wiper

33 Seat heat front

34 Seat heat rear

50

51

–

17 Power seat, passenger

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86

52

53

54

55

–

69 Right high beam (Halogen) /

Right headlight (LED)

–

87 Diesel fuel heating

88 Air shutter

70 Left high beam (Halogen)

71

72 Starter

73

–

89

90

91

–

56 Starter

–

57

58

–

74 Transmission control module

75 Engine control module

92 After boil pump

59 Left headlight (LED)

60 Cooling fan

93 Electronic key system

76 Exhaust reduction system

94

–

77

–

61

62

63

64

–

95 Coolant pump

78 Horn

96 Diesel fuel heating

79 Washer system

97

98

–

80

81 Engine control module

82

–

65 Climate control

99 Coolant pump

–

66

67

68

–

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.

83 Ignition coil

84 Ignition coil

85 Powertrain

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No. Circuit

Instrument panel fuse box

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Left power window

Right power window

Body control module

Climate control fan

Body control module

Trailer provisions

Rear seat power folding

Body control module

Engine control module

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is located behind a cover in the

glovebox. Open the glovebox and

remove the cover.

In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is behind a cover in the

instrument panel.

10 Head-up display

Disengage cover at the side and

remove.

11 NO_xreduction / Pipe heater

12 NO_xreduction / Soot sensor

13 AdBlue module

14 Heated steering wheel

15 Transmission control module

16 Amplifier

17 Alarm

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Vehicle tools

Tools

18 Body control module

19 AdBlue module

35 AUX / USB connector

36 Wireless charger

37 Rear wiper

Vehicles with spare wheel

20 Body control module

21 Body control module

22 Body control module

23 Electric steering wheel lock

24 Airbag

38 Emergency call

39 Display

40 Parking assist

41 Overhead console

42 Infotainment System

25 Diagnostic connector

26 Power outlet load compartment

27 EBCM valve

28 Police provision

The jack with wheel wrench, the tools,

an extension bolt for securing a

29

30

–

damaged wheel and the towing eye

are placed in the tool box below the

spare wheel in the load compartment.

31 Steering wheel controls

32 Ignition switch

Spare wheel 3 264.

33 Climate control

34 Central gateway module

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Vehicles with sound system

Vehicles without spare wheel

Wheels and tyres

Tyre condition, wheel condition

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.

The screwdriver and the towing eye

are located below the floor cover in

the load compartment, beside the

sound system.

The screwdriver and the towing eye

are located in a box below the floor

cover in the load compartment.

Winter tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

Tyre repair kit 3 259.

In accordance with country-specific

regulations, affix the speed sticker in

the driver's field of view.

All tyre sizes are permitted as winter

tyres 3 291.

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GSi with Michelin Pilot Super Sport or

Pilot Sport 4 S tyres

This model is factory-fitted with high

performance sports tyres, which have

a reduced performance at low

temperature.

T : up to 118 mph

H : up to 130 mph

V : up to 150 mph

W : up to 168 mph

Choose a tyre appropriate for the

maximum speed of this vehicle. Refer

to the EEC Certificate of Conformity

provided with the vehicle or other

national registration documents.

Optional equipment could reduce the

maximum speed of the vehicle.

9 Danger

Use winter tyres at temperatures

below 0 °C, otherwise damage of

the high performance sports tyres

is possible.

Directional tyres

Tyre pressure 3 291.

The tyre pressure information label

on the left 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.

Always inflate the spare tyre to the

pressure specified for full load.

The ECO tyre pressure serves to

achieve the smallest amount of fuel

consumption possible.

Directional tyres should be mounted

so that they rotate in the correct

direction. The proper rotation

Tyre designations

E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 V

215 : tyre width, mm

direction is indicated by a symbol

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

60 : cross-section ratio (tyre height

to tyre width), %

R

: belt type: Radial

Tyre pressure

RF : type: RunFlat

Check the pressure of cold tyres at

least every 14 days and before any

long journey. Do not forget the spare

wheel.

16 : wheel diameter, inches

95 : load index e.g. 95 is equivalent

to 690 kg

V

: speed code letter

This also applies to vehicles with tyre

pressure monitoring system.

Speed code letter:

Q : up to 100 mph

S : up to 112 mph

Make sure tyre loading setting

matches the current tyre pressure.

Tyre loading 3 255.

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Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and

fuel economy and will increase tyre

wear.

Tyre pressures differ depending on

various options. For the correct tyre

pressure value, follow the procedure

below:

values provided on the tyre

9 Warning

information label and tyre pressure

chart are valid for cold tyres, which

means at 20 °C.

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.

The pressure increases by nearly

1.5 psi for a 10 °C temperature

increase. This must be considered

when warm tyres are checked.

1. Identify drive axle and body style.

2. Identify the engine identifier code.

Engine data 3 284.

3. Identify the respective tyre.

The tyre pressure tables show all

possible tyre combinations 3 291.

For the tyres approved for your

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

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.

9 Warning

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.

Tyre pressure monitoring

system

The tyre pressure monitoring system

checks the pressure of all four wheels

once a minute when vehicle speed

exceeds a certain limit.

After adjusting tyre pressure, select

the according tyre loading setting on

the page Tyre load in the Driver

Information Centre 3 110.

Caution

Temperature dependency

Tyre pressure monitoring system

warns just about low tyre pressure

condition and does not replace

regular tyre maintenance by the

driver.

The tyre pressure depends on the

temperature of the tyre. During

driving, tyre temperature and

pressure increase. Tyre pressure

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All wheels must be equipped with

pressure sensors and the tyres must

have the prescribed pressure.

The system considers the tyre

temperature and the tyre loading

setting for the warnings.

If w illuminates, stop as soon as

possible and inflate the tyres as

recommended 3 291.

Tyre loading setting, see below in this

Ensure that vehicle loading status

matches selected tyre pressure.

Vehicle loading status, see below in

this chapter.

After inflating, some driving may be

required to update the tyre pressure

values in the Driver Information

Centre. During this time w may

continue to illuminate.

Notice

chapter.

In countries where the tyre pressure

monitoring system is legally

required, the use of wheels without

pressure sensors will invalidate the

vehicle operating permit.

Temperature dependency 3 254.

Baselevel display: If the pressure of a

tyre decreases significantly, the

respective tyre pressure value is

displayed inverted.

Uplevel display: Tyre pressure values

in normal range are shown in green

letters. If the pressure of a tyre

decreases significantly, the

respective value will turn its colour to

amber.

Select the Tyre pressure monitoring

page under the Info Menu in the

Driver Information Centre 3 110.

If w illuminates at lower temperatures

and extinguishes after some driving,

this could be an indicator for

approaching a low tyre pressure

condition. Check tyre pressure.

Vehicle messages 3 121.

Only mount wheels with pressure

sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure

will not be displayed and w

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 wheels. Control indicator w

A detected low tyre pressure

condition is indicated by the control

indicator w 3 108.

System status and pressure warnings

are displayed by a message

indicating the corresponding tyre in

the Driver Information Centre.

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illuminates. For the further three

wheels the system remains

operational.

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.

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.

The Tyre Load menu only appears

when the vehicle is at a standstill and

the parking brake is applied. On

vehicles with automatic transmission

the selector lever must be in P.

before the system recalculates. The

following relearn process takes up to

10 minutes of driving in a speed range

of 25 to 60 mph. Avoid to drive outside

of this range for a longer time. If

possible, use a country road or similar

which allows continuous driving.

During relearn process $ can be

displayed or pressure values can

swap in the Driver Information Centre.

If problems occur during the relearn

process, a failure message is

displayed in the Driver Information

Centre. w will flash for 60 seconds

and then illuminate continuously.

If this happens, repeat learning

process. Keep your vehicle stationary

for approx. 20 minutes and then drive

again for 10 minutes as described

above.

Select:

●

Light for comfort pressure up to

Vehicle loading status

3 people.

Adjust tyre pressure to load condition

according tyre information label or

tyre pressure chart 3 291, and select

the appropriate setting in Tyre Load

within the vehicle information menu

3 110. This setting determines the

reference pressures for the tyre

pressure warnings.

Eco for Eco pressure up to

3 people.

Max for full loading.

Tread depth

Check tread depth at regular

intervals.

Tyres should be replaced for safety

reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm

(4 mm for winter tyres).

Auto learn function

After changing wheels or wheel

positions the vehicle must be

stationary for approx. 20 minutes,

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For safety reasons, it is

Tyres age, even if they are not used.

We recommend tyre replacement

every 6 years.

Wheel covers

recommended that the tread depth of

the tyres on one axle should not vary

by more than 2 mm.

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.

Changing tyre and wheel

size

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.

If tyres of a different size than those

fitted at the factory are used, it may be

necessary to reprogramme the

nominal tyre pressure and make

other vehicle modifications.

After converting to a different tyre

size, have the label with tyre

pressures replaced and the tyre

pressure monitoring system

reinitialised 3 255.

9 Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel

covers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and thereby

accidents.

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.

If there is more wear at the front than

the rear, swap round front wheels and

rear wheels periodically. Ensure that

the direction of rotation of the wheels

remains the same.

9 Warning

Vehicles with steel wheels: When

using locking wheel nuts, do not

attach wheel covers.

The use of unsuitable tyres or

wheels may lead to accidents and

will invalidate the vehicle

operating permit.

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The use of tyre chains is not permitted

on the temporary spare wheel.

Two types of tyre repair kit are

available:

Tyre chains

Tyre repair kit

Minor damage to the tyre tread can be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

Do not remove foreign bodies from

the tyres.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at tyre's side wall cannot be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

9 Warning

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).

●

Type 1 indicated by the on/off

switch at the top of the

compressor.

Do not drive faster than 50 mph.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may be

affected.

9 Warning

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

Tyre chains are only permitted on

tyres of size 215/60 R16, 215/55 R17,

225/55 R17 and 235/45 R18.

Temporary spare wheel

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●

Type 2 indicated by the on/off

switch at the side of the

compressor.

Take the sealant bottle and the

compressor out of the box.

If vehicle has a flat tyre:

Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

On other versions, the tyre repair kit

is stored in a bag.

Loosen the screw and remove the

bag.

1. Remove the electrical connection

cable and air hose from the

stowage compartments on the

underside of the compressor.

On vehicles with audio speaker

system, the tyre repair kit is stowed

together with the tools.

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Type 2: remove screw plug from

the compressor and from the

sealant bottle. Screw the bottle on

the compressor without removing

the tinfoil from the bottle.

3. Set the compressor near the tyre

in such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

4. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

Type 2: remove protection cap

from filler hose and screw the filler

hose to the tyre valve. The air

release valve must be closed (turn

clockwise).

2. Type 1: screw the compressor air

hose to the connection on the

sealant bottle and fit the sealant

bottle into the retainer on the

compressor.

6. The switch on the compressor

must be set to J.

7. Connect the compressor plug to

the power outlet or cigarette

lighter socket.

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

5. Type 1: screw the filler hose to the

tyre valve.

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Do not run the compressor longer

than 10 minutes.

Type 1: if the tyre pressure is not

obtained within 10 minutes,

remove the tyre repair kit. Move

the vehicle one tyre rotation.

Reattach the tyre repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

10 minutes. Check tyre pressure

once more. If the prescribed tyre

pressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

Depending on version the button

can be located on the air hose.

8. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled

with sealant.

9. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst

the sealant bottle is emptying

(approx. 30 seconds). Then the

pressure starts to drop.

Type 2: remove tyre repair kit and

drive immediately up to 6 miles,

but not longer than 10 minutes.

Check tyre pressure once more. If

the tyre pressure is not obtained,

reattach the tyre repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre

pressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

10. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

11. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within

10 minutes. Tyre pressure

3 291. When the correct pressure

is obtained, switch off the

compressor.

Drain excess tyre pressure with

the button over the pressure

indicator.

If the pressure is obtained, correct

to the prescribed tyre pressure by

using the compressor to increase

or decrease by opening the air

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release valve (turn anticlockwise)

at the air filler hose.

12. Detach the tyre repair kit.

If unusual noise is heard or the

compressor becomes hot, turn

compressor off for at least 30 min.

The built-in safety valve opens at a

pressure of 7 bar (102 psi).

Type 1: push catch on bracket to

remove sealant bottle from

bracket. Screw tyre inflation hose

to the free connection of sealant

bottle. This prevents sealant from

escaping.

Type 2: Sealant bottle can not be

removed from the compressor.

Have the sealant bottle replaced

by your workshop.

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.

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.

13. Stow tyre repair kit in the load

The compressor and sealant can be

used from approx. -30 °C.

compartment.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must

not be used. Seek the assistance

of a workshop.

14. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

15. Take the label indicating

maximum permitted speed from

the sealant bottle and affix in the

driver's field of view.

The adapters possibly supplied can

be used to pump up other items e.g.

footballs, air mattresses, inflatable

dinghies etc. They can be located on

the underside of the compressor. To

remove, screw on compressor air

hose and withdraw adapter.

17. Stow away tyre repair kit in the

box.

18. Fix the box with the screw.

16. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

6 miles (but no more than

Notice

The driving characteristics of the

repaired tyre are severely affected,

therefore have this tyre replaced.

10 minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve.

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Wheel changing

9 Warning

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel

nut and wheel nut cone.

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

and non-skid surface. The front

wheels must be in the straight-

ahead position.

Jacking positions

The jacking positions shown refer to

the use of lifting arms and accessory

jacks used for changing winter /

summer tyres.

●

Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

If the ground on which the vehicle

is standing is soft, a solid board

(max. 1 cm thick) should be

placed under the jack.

Front arm position of the lifting

platform centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

●

Take heavy objects out of the

vehicle before jacking up.

Spare wheel

No people or animals may be in

the vehicle when it is jacked-up.

Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.

Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Clean wheel nuts and thread with

a clean cloth before mounting the

wheel.

The spare wheel can be classified as

a temporary spare wheel depending

on the size compared to the other

mounted wheels and country

regulations. In this case a permissible

maximum speed applies, even

though no label at the spare wheel

indicates this.

Rear arm position of the lifting

platform centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

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Only mount one temporary spare

wheel. Do not drive faster than

50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not

use for a long period of time.

3. When, after a wheel change, no

wheel is placed in the spare wheel

well, secure the tool box by

tightening the wing nut as far as it

will go and close floor cover.

Caution

4. After wheel change back to full

size wheel, place the spare wheel

outside up in the well and secure

with the wing nut.

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.

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.

The spare wheel is located in the load

compartment beneath the floor

covering.

To remove:

1. Open the floor cover.

2. The spare wheel is secured with a

wing nut. Unscrew the wing nut

and take out the spare wheel.

Caution

Fitting the spare wheel

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

If driving with a temporary spare

wheel, active emergency braking

has to deactivated.

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

and non-skid surface. The front

wheels must be in the straight-

ahead position.

Under the spare wheel there is the

box with vehicle tools.

●

Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

●

Remove the spare wheel.

Never change more than one

wheel at once.

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●

Use the jack only to change

wheels in case of puncture, not

for seasonal winter or summer

tyre change.

Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel

nut caps with a flat screwdriver

and remove. To protect the wheel

paint and the cap, wrap a cloth

around the screwdriver tip.

●

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.

Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Clean wheel nuts and thread with

a clean cloth before mounting the

wheel.

3. Ensure the jack is correctly

positioned under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

2. Fold out the wheel wrench and

install ensuring that it locates

securely and loosen each wheel

nut by half a turn.

The wheels might be protected by

locking wheel nuts. To loosen

these specific nuts, first attach the

adapter for the locking wheel nuts

onto the head of the nut before

installing the wheel wrench. The

adapter is located in the glovebox.

9 Warning

Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel

nut and wheel nut cone.

Some versions have sill panels

with covered vehicle jacking

1. Steel wheels with cover: Pull off

the wheel cover.

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points: pull out the cover at the

respective jacking point firstly.

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover with the tyre valve before

installing.

Install wheel nut caps.

11. Install vehicle jacking point cover,

if removed before.

12. Stow and secure the replaced

wheel, the vehicle tools 3 252 and

the adapter for the locking wheel

nuts 3 73.

13. Check the tyre pressure of the

installed tyre and the wheel nut

torque as soon as possible.

Attach wheel wrench and with the

jack correctly aligned rotate wheel

wrench 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.

Stowing the replaced full size

wheel in the spare wheel well

5. Unscrew the wheel nuts.

6. Change the wheel.

7. Screw on the wheel nuts.

Secure a damaged full size wheel

facing upwards with the wing nut in

the spare wheel well after mounting

an extension bolt on the thread bolt.

The extension bolt is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 252. To secure the

wheel:

8. Lower the vehicle and remove

jack.

9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it is located securely and

tighten each nut in a crosswise

sequence. Tightening torque is

140 Nmfor all models except GSi.

GSi models have a tightening

torque of 190 Nm

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collision, loose equipment could

cause personal injury or damage

to the load or vehicle.

Always store jack and tools in the

respective storage compartments

and secure them by fixing.

Damaged wheel placed in the load

compartment must always be

secured properly.

Jump starting

A vehicle with a discharged vehicle

battery can be started using jump

leads and the vehicle battery of

another vehicle.

Do not start with quick charger.

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.

Spare wheel with directional tyre

The following applies to tyres fitted

opposing the rolling direction:

1. Stick the extension bolt onto the

thread bolt.

2. Store the damaged wheel outside

up in the spare wheel well and

secure it by turning the wing nut

clockwise on the extension bolt.

●

Driveability may be affected.

Have the defective tyre renewed

or repaired as soon as possible

and fit it instead of the spare

wheel.

9 Warning

●

Drive particularly carefully on wet

and snow-covered road

surfaces.

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.

Storing a jack, a wheel or other

equipment in the load

compartment could cause injury if

they are not secured properly.

During a sudden stop or a

●

Never expose the vehicle battery

to naked flames or sparks.

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●

A discharged vehicle battery can

already freeze at a temperature

of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle

battery before connecting jump

leads.

Wear eye protection and

protective clothing when

handling a vehicle battery.

Use a booster vehicle battery

with the same voltage (12 V). 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 vehicle

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.

Apply the parking brake,

transmission in neutral,

automatic transmission in P.

3. Connect the black lead to the

negative terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

4. Connect the other end of the black

lead to a vehicle grounding point

of your vehicle in the engine

compartment.

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

1 minute.

3. Allow both engines to idle for

approx. 3 minutes with the leads

connected.

4. Switch on electrical consumers

(e.g. headlights, heated rear

window) of the vehicle receiving

the jump start.

●

Open the positive terminal protection

caps of both vehicle batteries.

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.

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

when removing leads.

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Towing

Caution

Towing the vehicle

Deactivate the driver assistance

systems like active emergency

braking 3 193, otherwise the

vehicle may automatically brake

during towing.

Switch the selector lever to neutral.

Release the parking brake.

Caution

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.

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat

screwdriver to prevent paint damage.

Insert the screwdriver in the slot at the

edge of the cap. Release the cap by

levering it out carefully.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 252.

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.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering the

vehicle.

Switch on ignition to release steering

wheel lock and to permit operation of

brake lights, horn and windscreen

wiper.

Vehicles with manual transmission

and All-wheel drive: If the vehicle is

towed with all four wheels on the

ground then there are no technical

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limitations for speed and distance. If

only one axle has been raised, the

maximum speed is 30 mph. There is

no distance limitation.

Towing another vehicle

Vehicles with automatic transmission

and All-wheel drive: The vehicle must

be towed facing forwards. If the

vehicle is towed with all four wheels

on the ground, the maximum speed is

30 mph and for a maximum of

30 miles. If the front axle has been

raised, the maximum speed is

30 mph. There is no distance

limitation.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Iinsert cap with the outer flange into

the recess and fix cap by pushing.

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 better still a tow

rod – to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering a

vehicle.

Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat

screwdriver to prevent paint damage.

Insert the screwdriver in the slot at the

edge of the cap. Release the cap by

levering it out carefully.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 252.

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Caution

If using a vehicle wash, comply with

the vehicle wash manufacturer's

instructions. The windscreen wiper

and rear window wiper must be

switched off. Remove antenna and

external accessories such as roof

racks etc.

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.

Appearance care

Exterior care

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

Locks

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.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap with the upper flange into

the recess and fix cap by pushing.

Washing

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.

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.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

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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.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

Windows and windscreen wiper

blades

Switch off wipers before handling in

their areas.

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.

Clean smearing wiper blades with a

soft cloth and window cleaner.

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.

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

Sunroof

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.

Exterior lights

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

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

Wax 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.

Rims are painted and can be treated

with the same agents as the body.

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.

Underbody

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating while other

critical areas have a durable

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

protective wax coating.

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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.

Clothing fabrics may not be

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with

a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

colourfast. This could cause visible

discolourations, especially on light-

coloured upholstery. Removable

stains and discolourations should be

cleaned as soon as possible.

Air shutter

Clean the shutter system in the front

bumper to maintain correct

functionality.

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

or interior cleaner.

Caution

Liquid gas system

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.

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.

The instrument cluster and the

displays should only be cleaned using

a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a

weak soap solution.

Clean fabric upholstery with a

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

9 Danger

Liquid gas is heavier than air and

can collect in sink points.

Take care when performing work

at the underbody in a pit.

Plastic and rubber parts

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.

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.

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Use only a single floor mat on the

driver side.

Do not place one floor mat on top

of another.

Floor mats

9 Warning

If a floor mat has the wrong size or

is not properly installed, it can

interfere with the accelerator pedal

and/or brake pedal, what can

cause unintended acceleration

and/or increased stopping

distance which can cause a crash

and injury.

Inserting and removing the floor

mats

The driver side floor mat is held in

place by two retainers.

To install the driver's side floor mat:

1. Move the driver's seat backwards

as far as possible.

3. Turn retainers clockwise for a

quarter turn.

Use the following guidelines for

proper floor mat usage.

Removing

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The original equipment floor mats

were designed for your vehicle. If

the floor mats need replacing, it

is recommended that certified

floor mats be purchased. Always

check that the floor mats do not

interfere with the pedals.

1. Move the driver's seat backwards

as far as possible.

2. Turn retainers a quarter turn

towards the opposite direction

than during installation.

3. Remove the mat.

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Use the floor mat with the correct

side up. Do not turn it over.

Do not place anything on top of

the driver side floor mat.

2. Align slots in the mat with the

retainers, as shown.

Vehicle care for Your Vauxhall Insignia 4 Door Second Generation (2018-2022)

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