Owner`s manual

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Hand brake
Always apply hand brake firmly. On slopes
apply the h and brake as f irmly as possible.
The mechanical hand brak e ac ts on the
brakes on the rear wheels. It e ngages
automatically when applie d.
During no rma l brakin g proc esses the ha nd
brake, which is separated from the foot brake
system, is not actuated. There is thus no self-
clea ning. From t ime to t ime , therefore, drive
slowly f or a pprox. 30 0 me tres wit h t he ha nd
brake slightly applied.
To release the parking brake, lift lever slightly,
press knob and lower lever.
Control indicator R for br ak e syst e m
Control indicator lights up when ignition is
switch ed on if hand brak e is applie d and/or
fluid level for brake system or clutch
hydraulics is too low. Brake fluid level – see
pa ge 204.
If it lights up when the hand brake is not
applied: stop vehicle; interrupt your journey
immediately. Consult a Vauxhall
Dealership.