Opel Corsa (2019 year). Instruction — part 10

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Driving and operating

Activation

The lane departure warning system is

activated by pressing ). The

illuminated LED in the button

indicates that the system is switched

on. When control indicator ) in the

instrument cluster illuminates green,

the system is ready to operate.
The system is only operable at

vehicle speeds above 56 km/h and if

lane markings are available.
When the system recognises an

unintended lane change, control

indicator ) changes to yellow and

flashes. Simultaneously a chime

sound is activated.

Deactivation

The system is deactivated by

pressing ), LED in the button

extinguishes.
At speeds below 56 km/h the system

is inoperable.

Fault

The lane departure warning system

may not operate properly when:

● The windscreen is not clean.
● There are adverse environmental

conditions e.g. heavy rain, snow,

direct sunlight or shadows.

The system can not operate when no

lane marking is detected.

Fuel

Fuel for petrol engines

Only use unleaded fuel that complies

with European standard EN 228 or

equivalent.
The engine is capable of running with

fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol

(e.g. named E10).
Use fuel with the recommended

octane rating. A lower octane rating

can reduce engine power and torque

and slightly increases fuel

consumption.

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Caution

Do not use fuel or fuel additives

that contain metallic compounds

such as manganese-based

additives. This may cause engine

damage.

Caution

Use of fuel that does not comply to

EN 228 or equivalent can lead to

deposits or engine damage.

Caution

Use of fuel with a lower octane

rating than the lowest possible

rating could lead to uncontrolled

combustion and engine damage.

The engine-specific requirements

regarding octane rating are given in

the engine data overview 3 210. A

country-specific label at the fuel filler

flap can supersede the requirement.

Fuel additive

Fuel should contain detergent

additives that help prevent engine

and fuel system deposits from

forming. Clean fuel injectors and

intake valves will allow the emission

control system to work properly. In

certain countries fuel does not

contain sufficient quantities of

additive to keep fuel injectors and

intake valves clean. In these

countries a fuel additive is required for

some engines to make up for this lack

of detergency. Only use fuel additive

approved for the vehicle.
Adding fuel additive to the filled fuel

tank is required at least every 15,000

km or after one year, whichever

occurs first. For further information,

contact your workshop.

Prohibited fuels

Fuels containing oxygenates such as

ethers and ethanol, as well as

reformulated fuel, are available in

some cities. If these fuels comply with

the previously described

specification, then they are

acceptable to use. However, E85

(85% ethanol) and other fuels

containing more than 15% ethanol

must be used only in FlexFuel

vehicles.

Caution

Do not use fuel containing

methanol. It can corrode metal

parts in the fuel system and also

damage plastic and rubber parts.

This damage would not be

covered by the vehicle warranty.

Some fuels, mainly high octane

racing fuels, can contain an octane

enhancing additive called

methylcyclopentadienyl manganese

tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use fuels or

fuel additives with MMT as they can

reduce spark plug life and affect

emission control system

performance. The malfunction

indicator light Z may illuminate 3 79.

If this occurs, seek the assistance of

a workshop.

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Fuel for liquid gas operation

Liquid gas is known as LPG

(Liquefied Petroleum Gas) or under

its French name GPL (Gaz de Pétrole

Liquéfié). LPG is also known as

Autogas.
LPG consists mainly of propane and

butane. The octane rating is between

105 and 115, depending on the

butane proportion. LPG is stored

liquid at around 5-10 bar pressure.
The boiling point depends on the

pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient

pressure, it is between -42 °C (pure

propane) and -0.5 °C (pure butane).

Caution

The system works at an ambient

temperature of approx. -8 °C to

100 °C.

Full function of the LPG system can

only be guaranteed with liquid gas

which complies with the minimum

requirements of DIN EN 589.
Fuel selector 3 73.

Refuelling

9 Danger

Before refuelling, switch off

ignition and any external heaters

with combustion chambers.
Follow the operating and safety

instructions of the filling station

when refuelling.

9 Danger

Fuel is flammable and explosive.

No smoking. No naked flames or

sparks.
If you can smell fuel in your

vehicle, have the cause of this

remedied immediately by a

workshop.

A label with symbols at the fuel filler

flap is indicating the allowed fuel

types. In Europe the pump nozzles of

the filling stations are marked with

these symbols. Refuel only the

allowed fuel type.

Caution

In case of misfuelling, do not

switch on ignition.

Fuel filler flap is located at right rear

side of the vehicle.

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The fuel filler flap can only be opened

if the vehicle is unlocked. Release the

fuel filler flap by pushing the flap.

Petrol refuelling

To open, turn the cap slowly

anticlockwise.

The fuel filler cap can be retained in

the bracket on the fuel filler flap.
Place the nozzle in straight position to

the filler neck and press with slight

force to insert.
To refuel, switch on pump nozzle.
After the automatic cut-off, the tank

can be topped up by operating the

pump nozzle a maximum of two more

times.

Caution

Wipe off any overflowing fuel

immediately.

To close, turn the fuel filler cap

clockwise until it clicks.
Close the flap and engage.

Liquid gas refuelling

Follow the operating and safety

instructions of the filling station when

refuelling.

Filling adapter

As filling systems are not

standardised, different adapters are

required which are available from

Opel Distributors and from Opel

Service Partners.

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ACME adapter: Belgium, Germany,

Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland

DISH adapter: Austria, Bosnia-

Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,

Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,

France, Greece, Hungary, Italy,

Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia,

Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia,

Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden,

Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine

Bayonet adapter: Netherlands,

Norway, Spain, United Kingdom

EURO adapter: Spain

The filling valve for the liquid gas is

behind the fuel filler cap.

Unscrew protective cap from the filler

neck.

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Screw the required adapter hand-

tight onto the filler neck.
ACME adapter: Screw the nut of the

filling nozzle onto the adapter.

Engage the locking lever of the filler

nozzle.
DISH adapter: Place the filler nozzle

into the adapter. Engage the locking

lever of the filler nozzle.
Bayonet adapter: Place filler nozzle

on the adapter and turn one quarter

turn. Engage the locking lever of the

filler nozzle.
EURO adapter: Press the filler nozzle

onto the adapter. Engage the locking

lever of the filler nozzle.
Press the button at the liquid gas

supply point. The filling system stops

or begins to run slowly when 80% of

the tank volume is reached

(maximum fill level).
Release button on filling system and

the filling process stops. Release the

locking lever and remove the filler

nozzle. A small quantity of liquid gas

may escape.
Remove adapter and stow securely in

vehicle.

Fit protective cap to prevent the

penetration of foreign bodies into the

filler opening and the system.

9 Warning

Due to the system design, an

escape of liquid gas after

releasing the locking lever is

unavoidable. Avoid inhaling.

9 Warning

The liquid gas tank should only be

filled to 80% capacity, for safety

reasons.

The multivalve on the liquid gas tank

automatically limits the fill quantity. If

a larger quantity is added, we

recommend not exposing the vehicle

to the sun until the excess amount

has been used up.

Fuel filler cap

Only use genuine fuel filler caps.

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Vehicle care

Vehicle care

General Information . . . . ... 156

Accessories and vehicle

modifications . . . . . . .. 156

Vehicle storage . . . . . . 157

End-of-life vehicle recovery . . 157

Vehicle checks . . . . . . ... 158

Performing work . . . . . .. 158

Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . 158

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . 159

Engine coolant . . . . . . . 160

Washer fluid . . . . . . . 161

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . 161

Brake fluid . . . . . . . ... 161

Vehicle battery . . . . . . . 162

Wiper blade replacement . . 163

Bulb replacement . . . . . ... 164

Halogen headlights . . . . .. 164

Xenon headlights . . . . . . 167

Front fog lights . . . . . . . 168

Front turn lights . . . . . ... 168

Tail lights . . . . . . . . . 168

Side turn lights . . . . . . . 170

Centre high-mounted brake

light . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Number plate light . . . . ... 171

Interior lights . . . . . . . 172

Electrical system . . . . . . 172

Fuses . . . . . . . . . ... 172

Engine compartment fuse box . 173

Instrument panel fuse box . ... 175

Vehicle tools . . . . . . . .. 177

Tools . . . . . . . . . . 177

Wheels and tyres . . . . . ... 178

Winter tyres . . . . . . . . 178

Tyre designations . . . . . 178

Tyre pressure . . . . . . .. 179

Tyre pressure monitoring

system . . . . . . . . . 180

Tread depth . . . . . . . . 184

Changing tyre and wheel size . 184

Wheel covers . . . . . . ... 185

Tyre chains . . . . . . . .. 185

Tyre repair kit . . . . . . .. 185

Wheel changing . . . . . ... 191

Spare wheel . . . . . . . 192

Jump starting . . . . . . . . 195
Towing . . . . . . . . . ... 196

Towing the vehicle . . . . ... 196

Towing another vehicle . . ... 197

Appearance care . . . . . ... 198

Exterior care . . . . . . . 198

Interior care . . . . . . . . 200

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.
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 Opel. Furthermore, such

changes may affect driver assistance

systems, fuel consumption, CO

2

emissions and other emissions of the

vehicle. They may also invalidate the

vehicle operating permit.

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Caution

When transporting the vehicle on

a train or on a recovery vehicle, the

mud flaps may be damaged.

Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine

compartment and underbody

checked.

● Clean and preserve the rubber

seals.

● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and

corrosion protection.

● Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

● Park the vehicle in a dry, well

ventilated place. Engage first or

reverse gear or set selector lever

to P. Prevent the vehicle from

rolling.

● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors

and lock the vehicle.

● Disconnect the clamp from the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Beware that all systems

are not functional, e.g. anti-theft

alarm system.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into

operation:

● Connect the clamp to the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Activate the electronics

of the power windows.

● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.

End-of-life vehicle recovery

Information on end-of-life vehicle

recovery centres and the recycling of

end-of-life vehicles is available on our

website. Only entrust this work to an

authorised recycling centre.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a

service centre authorised for gas

vehicles.

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Vehicle checks

Performing work

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 and Xenon

headlights use extremely high

voltage. Do not touch.

Bonnet

Opening

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

Push the safety catch upwards and

open the bonnet.

Secure the bonnet support.

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If the bonnet is opened during an

Autostop, the engine will be restarted

automatically for safety reasons.

Closing

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall

into the latch from a low height

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

engaged.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch, to avoid dents.

Engine oil

Check the engine oil level instructionly

on a regular basis to prevent damage

to the engine. Ensure that the correct

specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants

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203.

The maximum engine oil

consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

reinsert it fully, pull out and read the

engine oil level.
Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top-up

engine oil.

We recommend the use of the same

grade of engine oil that was used at

the last change.

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The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

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.

Capacities 3 212.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Engine coolant

The coolant provides freeze

protection down to approx. -28 °C. In

northern countries with very low

temperatures, the factory filled

coolant provides frost protection

down to approx. -37 °C.

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant and antifreeze 3 203.

Coolant level

Caution

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

Different coolant reservoirs are used

depending on engine variant.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

filling line mark.

Top-up if the level is low.

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9 Warning

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.

Washer fluid

Fill with clean water mixed with a

suitable quantity of approved

windscreen washer fluid which

contains antifreeze.

Caution

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

Washer fluid 3 203.

Brakes

In the event of minimum thickness of

the brake lining, a squealing noise

sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but

have the brake lining replaced as

soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,

do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.

Brake fluid

9 Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous and

corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,

skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

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The brake fluid level must be between

the MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below the MIN mark,

seek the assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 203.

Vehicle battery

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 vehicle battery. Avoid the use of

unnecessary electrical consumers.

Batteries do not belong in household

waste. They must be disposed of at

an appropriate recycling collection

point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than

four weeks can lead to vehicle battery

discharge. Disconnect the clamp from

the negative terminal of the vehicle

battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.
Battery discharge protection 3 108.

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

15 seconds.

Replacing the vehicle battery

Note

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this section may lead to

temporary deactivation or

disturbance of the stop-start system.

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 the use of an original

Opel battery.

Note

Using an AGM vehicle battery

different from the original Opel

vehicle battery may result in a lower

performance.

We recommend that you have the

vehicle battery replaced by a

workshop.

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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 V

when using a battery charger.

Otherwise the vehicle battery may

be damaged.

Jump starting 3 195.
Stop-start system 3 122.

Warning label

Meaning of symbols:

● No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

● Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

● Keep the vehicle battery out of

the reach of children.

● The vehicle battery contains

sulfuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

● See the Owner's manual for

further information.

● Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the battery.

Wiper blade replacement

Windscreen

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the

raised position. Press the catches on

both sides, tilt wiper blade at a 90°

angle to the wiper arm and remove

upwards.
Insert in reverse order.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

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Rear window

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.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

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.

Halogen headlights

Halogen headlights with separate

bulbs for sidelight, low beam and high

beam.

Sidelight / daytime running light (1)
Low beam (2)
High beam (3)
Front turn lights 3 168.

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Low beam

1. Rotate the cap (2) anticlockwise

and remove it.

2. Press the clip to disengage bulb

holder. Withdraw the bulb holder

from the reflector.

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

holder and replace the bulb.

4. Insert the bulb holder with the clip

downwards and engage into the

reflector until it clicks.

5. Install cap.

High beam

1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwise

and remove it.