Opel Corsa (2019 year). Instruction — part 13

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Vehicle care

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go until it stops in a horizontal

position.
The lashing eye at the rear

underneath the vehicle must never be

used as a towing eye.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a

tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering a

vehicle.

Caution

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.

Appearance care

Exterior care

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.

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. 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.

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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

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.

Caution

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of 4 to 9.
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.

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.
Do not use hard objects to remove

spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on

painted surfaces.

Exterior lights

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 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.
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.
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.

Windows and 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.

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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.

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.

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

protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check

the underbody and have it waxed if

necessary.
Bitumen / rubber materials could

damage the PVC coating. Have

underbody work carried out by a

workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the

underbody and have the protective

wax coating checked.

Liquid gas system

9 Danger

Liquid gas is heavier than air 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.

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with

a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Only clean the vehicle interior,

including the instrument panel fascia

and panelling, with a dry cloth or

interior cleaner.

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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.
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.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

or interior cleaner.

Caution

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.

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.

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Service and maintenance

Service and

maintenance

General information . . . . ... 202

Service information . . . . .. 202

Recommended fluids, lubricants

and parts . . . . . . . . . 203

Recommended fluids and

lubricants . . . . . . . . 203

General information

Service information

In order to ensure economical and

safe vehicle operation and to

maintain the value of your vehicle, it

is of vital importance that all

maintenance work is carried out at the

proper intervals as specified.
The detailed, up-to-date service

schedule for your vehicle is available

at the workshop.
Service display 3 74.

European service intervals

Maintenance of your vehicle is

required every 30,000 km or after one

year, whichever occurs first.

Additional engine oil and filter change

is indicated by the engine oil life

system, when required earlier than

maintenance.
A shorter service interval can be valid

for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for

taxis and police vehicles.
The European service intervals are

valid for the following countries:

Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-

Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,

Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,

Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,

Greece, Greenland, Hungary,

Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,

Liechtenstein, Lithuania,

Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta,

Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,

Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,

San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,

Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,

Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Service display 3 74.

International service intervals

Maintenance of your vehicle is

required every 15,000 km or after one

year, whichever occurs first.

Additional engine oil and filter change

is indicated by the engine oil life

system, when required earlier than

maintenance.
Severe operating conditions exist if

one or more of the following

circumstances occur frequently: Cold

starting, stop and go operation, trailer

operation, mountain driving, driving

on poor and sandy road surfaces,

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increased air pollution, presence of

airborne sand and high dust content,

driving at high altitude and large

variations of temperature. Under

these severe operating conditions,

certain service work may be required

more frequently than the regular

service interval.
The international service intervals are

valid for the countries which are not

listed in the European service

intervals.
Service display 3 74.

Confirmations

Confirmation of service is recorded in

the Service and Warranty Booklet.

The date and mileage is completed

with the stamp and signature of the

servicing workshop.
Make sure that the Service and

Warranty Booklet is completed

correctly as continuous proof of

service is essential if any warranty or

goodwill claims are to be met, and is

also a benefit when selling the

vehicle.

Recommended fluids,

lubricants and parts

Recommended fluids and

lubricants

Only use products that meet the

recommended specifications.

9 Warning

Operating materials are

hazardous and could be

poisonous. Handle with care. Pay

attention to information given on

the containers.

Engine oil

Engine oil is identified by its quality

and its viscosity. Quality is more

important than viscosity when

selecting which engine oil to use. The

oil quality ensures e.g. engine

cleanliness, wear protection and oil

aging control, whereas viscosity

grade gives information on the oil's

thickness over a temperature range.

Dexos is the newest engine oil quality

that provides optimum protection for

petrol engines. If it is unavailable,

engine oils of other listed qualities

have to be used. Recommendations

for petrol engines are also valid for

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG),

Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and

Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil

based on its quality and on the

minimum ambient temperature

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207.

Topping up engine oil

Caution

In case of any spilled oil, wipe it up

and dispose it properly.

Engine oils of different manufacturers

and brands can be mixed as long as

they comply with the required engine

oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oils for all petrol

engines with only ACEA quality is

prohibited, since it can cause engine

damage under certain operating

conditions.

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Service and maintenance

Select the appropriate engine oil

based on its quality and on the

minimum ambient temperature

3

207.

Additional engine oil additives

The use of additional engine oil

additives could cause damage and

invalidate the warranty.

Engine oil viscosity grades

The SAE viscosity grade gives

information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two

figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first

figure, followed by a W, indicates the

low temperature viscosity and the

second figure the high temperature

viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade

depending on the minimum ambient

temperature 3 207.
All of the recommended viscosity

grades are suitable for high ambient

temperatures.

Coolant and antifreeze

Use only silicate-free long life coolant

(LLC) antifreeze. Consult a

workshop.
The system is factory filled with

coolant designed for excellent

corrosion protection and frost

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. This concentration

should be maintained all year round.

The use of additional coolant

additives that intend to give additional

corrosion protection or seal against

minor leaks can cause function

problems. Liability for consequences

resulting from the use of additional

coolant additives will be rejected.

Washer fluid

Use only washer fluid approved for

the vehicle to prevent damage of

wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and

rubber parts. Consult a workshop.

Brake and clutch fluid

Over time, brake fluid absorbs

moisture which will reduce braking

effectiveness. The brake fluid should

therefore be replaced at the specified

interval.

Technical data

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Technical data

Vehicle identification . . . . .. 205

Vehicle Identification Number .. 205

Identification plate . . . . ... 206

Engine identification . . . . 206

Vehicle data . . . . . . . ... 207

Recommended fluids and

lubricants . . . . . . . . 207

Engine data . . . . . . . . 210

Vehicle dimensions . . . . . 212

Capacities . . . . . . . . 212

Tyre pressures . . . . . . 214

Vehicle identification

Vehicle Identification

Number

The Vehicle Identification Number is

stamped on the identification plate

and on the floor pan, under the floor

covering, visible under a cover.

The Vehicle Identification Number

may be embossed on the instrument

panel, visible through the windscreen,

or in the engine compartment on the

right body panel.

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Identification plate

The identification plate is located on

the left or right door frame.

Information on identification label:
1 : manufacturer

2 : type approval number

3 : vehicle identification number

4 : permissible gross vehicle weight

rating in kg

5 : permissible gross train weight

in kg

6 : maximum permissible front axle

load in kg

7 : maximum permissible rear axle

load in kg

8 : vehicle-specific or country-

specific data

The combined total of front and rear

axle loads must not exceed the

permissible gross vehicle weight.
Vehicle's kerb weight depends on the

specification of the vehicle, e.g.

optional equipment and accessories.

Refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.
The technical data is determined in

accordance with European

Community standards. We reserve

the right to make modifications.

Specifications in the vehicle

documents always have priority over

those given in this instruction.

Engine identification

The technical data tables use the

engine identifier code. The engine

data table additionally shows the

engineering code.
Engine data 3 210.
To identify the respective engine,

refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.
The Certificate of Conformity shows

the engine identifier code, other

national publications may show the

engineering code. Check piston

displacement and engine power to

identify the respective engine.

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Vehicle data

Recommended fluids and lubricants

European service schedule

Required engine oil quality

All European countries with European service interval 3 202

Engine oil quality

Petrol engines
B / D / F10XFL, D14NEH

All other petrol engines

(including LPG, E85)

dexos1 Gen2

✔

–

dexos2

–

✔

All engines except B / D / F10XFL and D14NEH: In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. 1 l engine oil

quality ACEA C3 for topping up once between each engine oil change.

Engine oil viscosity grades

All European countries with European service interval 3 202

Ambient temperature

Petrol engines

down to -25 °C

SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40

below -25 °C

SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

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International service schedule

Required engine oil quality

All European countries with European service interval 3 202

Engine oil quality

Petrol engines
B / D / F10XFL, D14NEH

All other petrol engines

(including LPG, E85)

dexos1 Gen2

✔

–

dexos2

–

✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use the engine oil qualities listed below:

All countries with international service interval 3 202

Engine oil quality

Petrol engines
B / D / F10XFL, D14NEH

All other petrol engines

(including LPG, E85)

ACEA A3/B4

–

✔

ACEA C3

–

✔

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Engine oil viscosity grades

All countries with international service interval 3 202

Ambient temperature

Petrol engines

down to -25 °C

SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40

below -25 °C

SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

down to -20 °C

SAE 10W-30

1)

or SAE 10W-40

1)

1)

Permitted, but usage of engine oils with dexos quality is recommended.

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Technical data

Engine data

Engine identifier code

B / D / F10XFL

B / D / F10XFT

D12XEL

D14XEJ

Sales designation

1.0

1.0

1.2

1.4

Engineering code

B10XFT

B10XFT

B12XER

B14XER

Piston displacement [cm

3

]

999

999

1229

1398

Engine power [kW]

66

85

51

55

at rpm

3700 - 6000

5000 - 6000

5600

4200 - 6000

Torque [Nm]

170

170

115

130

at rpm

1800 - 3700

1800 - 4500

4000

4000

Fuel type

Petrol

Petrol

Petrol

Petrol

Octane rating RON

2)

recommended

95

95

95

95

possible

91

91

98

98

possible

98

98

91

91

Additional fuel type

–

–

–

–

2)

A country-specific label at the fuel filler flap can supersede the engine-specific requirement.

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Engine identifier code

D14XEL

D14NEJ

D14XEL

D14NEH

Sales designation

1.4

1.4

1.4 LPG

1.4 Turbo

Engineering code

B14XER

B14NEL

B14XER

B14NET

Piston displacement [cm

3

]

1398

1364

1398

1364

Engine power [kW]

66

74

66

110

at rpm

6000

3500 - 6000

6000

5000

Torque [Nm]

130

200

130

220

at rpm

4000

1850 - 3500

4000

3000 - 4500

Fuel type

Petrol

Petrol

Liquid gas / Petrol

Petrol

Octane rating RON

2)

recommended

95

95

95

98

possible

98

98

98

95

possible

91

91

91

–

Additional fuel type

-

–

Liquid gas (LPG)

–

2)

A country-specific label at the fuel filler flap can supersede the engine-specific requirement.

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Vehicle dimensions

5-door vehicle

3-door vehicle

Length [mm]

4021

4021 - 4036

Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]

1944

1944

Height (without antenna) [mm]

3)

1466 - 1516

1466 - 1501

Length of load compartment floor [mm]

705

705

Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]

1372

1372

Load compartment width [mm]

944

944

Load compartment height [mm]

876

843

Turning circle diameter [m]

4)

11.0 - 11.9

11.0 - 11.9

3)

Depending on options.

4)

Depending on body and equipment variants.

Capacities

Engine oil
including filter [l]

4.0

between MIN and MAX [l]

1.0

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Fuel tank
Petrol, refilling quantity [l]

45

LPG, refilling quantity [l]

31