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Catalytic converter

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As soon as the traffic conditions

permit, regenerate the filter by driving

at a vehicle speed of at least 40 mph

until the control indicator

Engine exhaust

The catalytic converter reduces the

amount of harmful substances in the

exhaust gases.

9 Danger

extinguishes.

Engine exhaust gases contain

poisonous carbon monoxide,

which is colourless and odourless

and could be fatal if inhaled.

If exhaust gases enter the interior

of the vehicle, open the windows.

Have the cause of the fault

rectified by a workshop.

Notice

Caution

On a new vehicle, the first exhaust

filter regeneration operations may

be accompanied by a burning smell,

which is normal. Following

Fuel grades other than those listed

on page 3 290 could damage the

catalytic converter or electronic

components.

Unburnt petrol will overheat and

damage the catalytic converter.

Therefore avoid excessive use of

the starter, running the fuel tank

dry and starting the engine by

pushing or towing.

prolonged operation of the vehicle at

very low speed or at idle, water

vapour can be emitted at the

exhaust on acceleration. This does

not affect the behaviour of the

vehicle or the environment.

Avoid driving with an open load

compartment, otherwise exhaust

gases could enter the vehicle.

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Exhaust filter

Automatic cleaning process

The exhaust filter system filters soot

particles out of the exhaust gases.

The start of saturation of the exhaust

filter is indicated by the temporary

illumination of + or C,

accompanied by a message in the

Driver Information Centre and a

chime.

If + or C stays on, accompanied

by an audible signal and a message,

this indicates that the exhaust filter

additive level is too low.

The reservoir must be topped-up

without delay. Seek the assistance of

a workshop.

In the event of misfiring, uneven

engine running, a reduction in engine

performance or other unusual

problems, have the cause of the fault

rectified by a workshop as soon as

possible. In an emergency, driving

can be continued for a short period,

keeping vehicle speed and engine

speed low.

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1. The first possible warning is Top

up emissions additive: Starting

prevented in 1500 mi.

AdBlue

General information

The selective catalytic reduction

(BlueInjection) is a method to

substantially reduce the nitrogen

oxides in the exhaust emission. This

is achieved by injecting a Diesel

Exhaust Fluid (DEF) into the exhaust

system. The ammonia released by

the fluid reacts with nitrous gases

(NO_x) from the exhaust and turns it

Caution

Avoid contact of the paintwork with

AdBlue.

In case of contact, rinse off with

When switching on the ignition,

this warning will show up once

briefly with the calculated range.

Additionally, control indicator

B will illuminate and a chime

will sound. Driving is possible

without any restrictions.

water.

AdBlue freezes at a temperature of

approx. -11 °C. As the vehicle is

equipped with an AdBlue pre-heater,

the emissions reduction at low

temperatures is ensured. The AdBlue

pre-heater works automatically.

2. The next warning level is entered

with a range below 500 miles. The

message with the current range

will always be displayed when

ignition is switched on.

into nitrogen and water.

The designation of this fluid is

AdBlue^®. It is a non-toxic, non-

flammable, colourless and odourless

fluid which consists of 32% urea and

68% water.

Notice

Frozen and again liquefied AdBlue is

usable without quality loss.

Additionally, control indicator

B will illuminate and a chime

will sound. Refill AdBlue before

entering the next warning level.

When driving, the chime sounds

and the message is displayed

every 60 miles until the AdBlue

tank has been topped-up.

The typical AdBlue consumption is

approx. 22 l per 6000 miles to

9000 miles depending on driving

behaviour (e.g. high load or towing).

9 Warning

Avoid contact of your eyes or skin

with AdBlue.

Level warnings

Depending on the calculated range of

AdBlue, different messages are

displayed in the Driver Information

Centre. The messages and the

restrictions are a legal requirement.

3. The next warning level is entered

with a range below 60 miles. The

message with the current range

will always be displayed when

ignition is switched on.

In case of eye or skin contact,

rinse off with water.

Additionally, control indicator

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B will flash and a chime will

sound. Refill AdBlue as soon as

possible before the AdBlue tank is

completely empty. Otherwise, a

restart of the engine will not be

possible.

When driving, the chime sounds

and the message is displayed

every 6 miles until the AdBlue tank

has been topped-up.

When driving, the message is

displayed every 30 s while the

fault persists.

High emission warnings

In the event of a fault with the

emissions control system, different

messages are displayed in the Driver

Information Centre. The messages

and the restrictions are a legal

requirement.

1. If a fault is detected for the first

time, the warning Emissions fault

is displayed.

3. If the last warning level is entered,

the following warning message

will be displayed:

Emissions fault: Starting

prevented

Additionally, control indicators

B, C and W will illuminate

and a chime will sound.

4. The last warning level is entered

when the AdBlue tank is empty.

Restart of the engine is not

Additionally, control indicators

B, C and W will illuminate

and a chime will sound. Driving is

possible without any restrictions.

Consult a workshop for

assistance.

possible. The following warning

message will be displayed:

Refilling AdBlue

Caution

If it is a temporary fault, the alert

Top up emissions additive:

Starting prevented

Additionally, control indicator

B will flash and a chime will

sound.

Refill the tank to a level of at least

5 l of AdBlue, otherwise restarting

of the engine is not possible.

disappears during the next

journey, after self-diagnosis of the

emissions control system.

Only use AdBlue that complies

with European standards

DIN 70 070 and ISO 22241-1.

Do not use additives.

Do not dilute AdBlue.

Otherwise the selective catalytic

reduction system could be

damaged.

2. If the fault is confirmed by the

emission control system, the

following message will be

displayed:

Emissions fault: Starting

prevented in 650 miles.

Additionally, control indicators

B, C and W will illuminate

and a chime will sound.

Notice

Depending on the engine different

levels may apply.

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Notice

1. Continuously drive the vehicle

for 10 min making sure that

vehicle speed is always higher

than 12 mph.

2. If AdBlue refill is detected

successfully, AdBlue supply-

driven warnings or limitations will

disappear.

The vehicle must be parked on a level

surface.

1. Remove key from ignition switch.

Whenever a filling pump with a

nozzle for passenger cars is not

available at a filling station, use only

AdBlue bottles or canisters with a

sealed refill adapter for refilling, to

prevent splashback and overspill,

and in order to ensure that the fumes

from the AdBlue tank are captured

and do not emerge. AdBlue in

bottles or canisters is available in

many filling stations and can be

purchased e.g. at Vauxhall dealers

and other retail outlets.

If AdBlue refill is still not detected,

seek the assistance of a workshop.

If AdBlue must be refilled at

temperatures below -11 °C, the

refilling of AdBlue may not be

detected by the system. In this

event, park the vehicle in a space

with a higher ambient temperature

until AdBlue is liquified.

Since AdBlue has a limited

durability, check the date of expiry

before refilling.

2. Open the driver's door to access

the AdBlue flap.

3. Open the AdBlue flap by inserting

a finger in the slot in the low part

of the flap. Pull the flap to the front.

Notice

Refill the AdBlue tank to a level of at

least 5 l to ensure that the new

AdBlue level is being detected.

When unscrewing the protective cap

from the filler neck, ammonia fumes

may emerge. Do not inhale as the

fumes have a pungent smell. The

fumes are not harmful by inhalation.

In case AdBlue refill is not

successfully detected:

The AdBlue tank should be filled

completely. This must be done if the

warning message regarding

prevention of an engine restart is

already displayed.

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Notice

Electric drive unit

Operation

The vehicle uses an electric drive unit

with a 1-gear transmission. The

selector is located on the centre

console between the seats.

Dispose of AdBlue canister

according to environmental

requirements. Hose can be reused

after flushing with clear water before

AdBlue dries out.

4. Unscrew protective cap from the

filler neck.

5. Open AdBlue canister.

6. Mount one end of the hose on the

canister and screw the other end

on the filler neck.

7. Lift the canister until it is empty, or

until the flow from the canister has

stopped. This can take up to 5

minutes.

P : park position, wheels are locked,

engage only when the vehicle is

stationary, engaged

8. Place the canister on the ground

automatically when driver's door

is opened or engine is switched

off

to empty the hose, wait 15 s.

9. Unscrew the hose from the filler

neck.

R : reverse gear, engage only when

the vehicle is stationary

N : neutral

10. Mount the protective cap and turn

clockwise until it engages.

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