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Gas vehicles must be recycled by a

service centre authorised for gas

vehicles.

Bonnet

Opening

Vehicle checks

Performing work

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

9 Warning

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

9 Danger

The ignition system use extremely

high voltage. Do not touch.

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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.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

insert it to the stop on the handle, pull

out and read the engine oil level.

Closing

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.

Insert dipstick to the stop on the

handle and make half a turn.

Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall

into the latch from a low height

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

engaged.

Press the safety catch and open the

bonnet.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch, to avoid dents.

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 3 220.

Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

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

last change.

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must be

drained or suctioned out.

Capacities 3 233.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up

engine oil.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

filling line mark. Top up if the level is

low.

Engine coolant

The coolant provides freeze

protection down to approx. -28 °C.

9 Warning

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant level

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

approved coolant concentrate mixed

with clean tap water. If no coolant

concentrate is available, use clean

tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have

Caution

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

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the coolant concentration checked

and have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by a workshop.

Power steering fluid level normally

must not be checked. If an unusual

noise sounds during steering or the

power steering reacts conspicuous

seek the assistance of a workshop.

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

Power steering fluid

Washer fluid

Caution

Brakes

Extremely small amounts of

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.

contamination can cause steering

system damage and cause it to not

work properly. Do not allow

contaminates to contact the fluid

side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or

from entering the reservoir.

Once new brake linings are installed,

do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.

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.

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battery. Short-distance-driving and

frequent engine starts can discharge

the battery. Avoid the use of

Replacing the vehicle battery

Notice

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this paragraph may lead to

a temporary deactivation of the stop-

start system.

unnecessary electrical consumers.

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 vehicle 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.

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 anti-theft alarm siren must be

deactivated as follows: Switch the

ignition on then off, disconnect the

vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.

The brake fluid level must be between

the MIN and the MAX marks.

When topping up, ensure maximum

cleanliness as contamination of the

brake fluid can lead to brake system

malfunctions. Have the cause of the

loss of brake fluid remedied by a

workshop.

Only use high-performance brake

fluid approved for the vehicle.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 220.

Vehicle battery

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

free provided that the driving profile

allows sufficient charging of the

Vehicle battery discharge protection

3 127.

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Charging the vehicle battery

9 Warning

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.

Jump starting 3 212.

An AGM battery can be identified by

the label on the battery. We

Warning label

9 Warning

recommend the use of an original

Vauxhall vehicle battery.

When fitting a battery with a length

deviating from the original one, it

is essential to ensure a proper

fitting of the buffer element.

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.

Stop-start system 3 141.

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Meaning of symbols:

Wiper blade on the rear window

Wiper blade replacement

Wiper blades on the windscreen

●

No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

●

Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

●

Keep the vehicle battery out of

reach of children.

The vehicle battery contains

sulphuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

●

See the Owner's Manual for

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.

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the vehicle battery.

Lift the wiper arm, press button 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

Lower wiper arm carefully.

If the tank has been run dry, the diesel

fuel system must be bled. Switch on

the ignition three times for

Lower wiper arm carefully.

15 seconds at a time. Then crank the

engine for a maximum of

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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