VAUXHALL Tigra Owner’s Manual Model Year 2009.
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Introduction Make use of the Owner’s Manual Your vehicle is an intelligent combination of forward-looking technology, impressive safety, environmental friendliness and economy. z The "In Brief" section will give you an initial overview, The retractable steel roof also gives you the opportunity to enjoy your Tigra as a coupe or a convertible. It now lies with you to drive your vehicle safely and ensure that it performs perfectly.
Contents Commitment to customer satisfaction: Our aim: to keep you happy with your vehicle. All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers offer first-class service at competitive prices. Experienced, factory-trained technicians work according to factory instructions. Your Authorised Repairer can supply you with GENUINE VAUXHALLAPPROVED PARTS, which have undergone stringent quality and precision checks, and of course useful and attractive VAUXHALL-APPROVED ACCESSORIES.
2 In Brief In Brief To unlock the driver’s door: Press button q Door locks 3 22, Key 3 20, Electronic immobiliser 3 21, Remote control 3 3 22, Central locking 3 3 23, Vauxhall alarm system 3 3 29. To unlock and open luggage compartment: Press button q on remote control twice, press button beneath the boot lid To unlock with button in driver’s door handle: With vehicle unlocked, ignition on and handbrake applied, briefly pull button R. Luggage compartment 3 26, Remote control 3 3 22.
In Brief To adjust seat leg room: Pull handle, slide seat, release handle Seats 3 44, Seat position 3 45. 9 Warning Important: Do not sit nearer than 10 inches (25 cm) from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. To adjust seat backrests: Turn handwheel 3 Seat cushion height: Pull lever Do not lean on seat backrest whilst adjusting it. Lift lever and relieve some weight from seat to raise it or press down on seat with body weight to lower it. Seats 3 44, Seat position 3 45.
4 In Brief Head restraint height: To release, tilt head restraint forward, hold and adjust height, engage Head restraints 3 46, Head restraint position 3 47, Head restraint removal 3 47. Pull out the seat belt and click into belt buckle The seat belt must not be twisted and must lie snugly against the body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25°). To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Three-point seat belts 3 49, Airbag system 3 54, Seat position 3 45.
In Brief To adjust interior mirror by swivelling Swiv el lev er on underside of mirror housing to red uce daz zle. Interior mirror 3 32. Steering wheel adju stment 3: Swivel lever down, adjust height, swivel lever up, engage Ad just steering wheel only when vehicle is stationary and steering column lock is relea sed. Airba g system 3 54, Steering colum n lock 3 13.
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In Brief 1 Side air vents ............................... 3 92 2 Front passenger airbag .............. 3 54 3 Infotainment system 3 ....... 3 74,3 91 4 Hazard warning lamps ...... 3 10, 3 88 LED for Vauxhall alarm system 3 .........................................3 30 5 Information display for time, date, outside temperature, Infotainment system 3 ............... 3 74 Trip computer 3 .......................... 3 81 6 Centre air vents .............................3 92 7 Horn ....................
8 In Brief Control indicators X Seat belt 3, 3 66, 3 49. > Front fog lamps 3, 3 66, 3 87. A Engine electronics, Immobiliser 3, Easytronic 3, Fault, 3 21, 3 67, 3 104, 3 112. I Engine oil pressure, 3 68. p Alternator, 3 69. O Turn signal lamps, 3 9, 3 69, 3 87. R Brake system, clutch system, 3 70, 3 164. C Main beam, 3 9, 3 69, 3 87. u ! Preheating for diesel engines 3, 3 69. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) 3, 3 120. S Engine oil level 3, 3 70, 3 160.
In Brief Exterior lights Turn 7 8 9 = = = Off Parking lamps Dipped beam or main beam Headlamp flash = = = = Front fog lamps 3 Fog tail lamp Courtesy lamp Main beam, headlamp flash 3 87. Press > r 0 Headlamp flash, main beam and dipped beam Lighting 3 86, Headlamp warning buzzer 3 14, 3 84. Main beam Dipped beam = = Pull stalk towards steering wheel Push stalk forwards Push stalk forwards again Switch on turn signal lamps Right Left = = Stalk up Stalk down Turn signal lamps 3 87.
10 In Brief Hazard warning lamps Horn j: press right or left Windscreen wipers Operated with the ¨ button. Airbag system 3 54, Remote control on steering wheel 3 3 90. & % $ § Hazard warning lamps 3 88. = = = = Fast Slow Adjustable timed interval wipe Off Windscreen wipers 3 85, Adjustable wiper interval 3 3 85, Change windscreen wipers 3 165.
In Brief Operating windscreen washer system: Pull stalk toward steering wheel Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors The wipers will swipe for a few strokes. Climate control system 3 3 92, Heated rear window 3 34. Windscreen washer system 3 85, further information 3 165. Operated with the Ü button. 11 To clear fogged or icy windows Rotary knob for temperature and air flow clockwise, air distribution to V, Air conditioning system 3: also press button n. Climate control system 3 3 92.
12 In Brief Before starting off, check z Tyre pressure and tyre condition 3 121, 3 176. z Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 159 to 3 165. z All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and operational. z Seats, seat belts and mirrors are correctly adjusted. 3 44, 3 49, 3 31 z Check brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
In Brief Steering column lock and ignition Starting the engine Turn key to position 1. Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering column lock. Depress the clutch and brake pedals, Easytronic 3 in N, do not press accelerator, for diesel engine: turn key to 2 until control indicator ! goes out, turn key to 3; release key when engine is running.
14 In Brief Parking the vehicle z Always apply handbrake without pressing release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Operate footbrake at same time to reduce operating force. z Switch off engine and ignition. To do this, turn ignition key to 0 and remove. Turn steering wheel until steering column lock perceptibly engages (anti-theft protection).
In Brief 15 Interesting functions Airbag system The airbag system consists of several separate systems. Front airbag system The front airbag system will be triggered in the event of a serious accident involving a frontal impact and forms safety cushions for the driver and front passenger. The forward movement of the driver and front passenger is checked and the risk of injuries to the upper body and head thereby substantially reduced.
16 In Brief Operating menus in the information display 3 Selection using multifunction knob 3: rotate and press multifunction knob. Menu options are selected using menus and using the buttons/four-way button or the multifunction knob of the Infotainment system 3 or the buttons 3 on the steering wheel. The respective menu options are shown on the display. To exit a menu, turn the multifunction knob left or right to Return or Main and select.
In Brief Ü Board Computer BC 1 BC 2 Timer 19,5° 19:36 All values 1 257.0 Ø 40 8 7.0 Ø 48.0 miles mph gal miles/gal Trip computer 3 Opening retractable steel roof Functions: z Range Only with vehicle stationary. z Instantaneous consumption z Engage the luggage compartment partition in the rear position. z Distance travelled z Average speed z Effective consumption z Average consumption z Stop watch Trip computer 3 81.
18 In Brief Closing retractable steel roof Only with vehicle stationary and boot lid closed. The luggage compartment partition must be engaged in its rear position. Do not place any objects in front of the luggage compartment partition. z Apply handbrake z Switch on ignition. z Switch on ignition. z Pull S until the roof is completely open and the boot lid is closed. An acoustic signal sounds at the beginning and end of the procedure.
In Brief z Move the locking levers on right and left of the window frames all the way up. Each retaining hook must engage and the roof must lock securely. Retractable steel roof 3 34. Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 When reverse gear is selected, the parking distance sensors switch on automatically. An acoustic warning sounds when the vehicle approaches an obstacle behind it. 6 Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 3 118.
20 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Replacement keys The key number is specified in the Car Pass 3. The key is part of the electronic immobiliser. Locks 3 151. Lock cylinders Replacement keys ............................... Lock cylinders ...................................... Key with retractable key blade 3 ...... Car Pass................................................ Electronic immobiliser.......................... Remote control 3...........
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 21 If control indicator A illuminates after the engine has started, there is a fault in the engine electronics or transmission electronics 3 3 67, 3 104, 3 112 or there is water in the diesel fuel filter 3 3 162. Note The immobiliser does not lock the doors. You should always lock the vehicle after leaving it and switch on the Vauxhall alarm system 3, 3 23. Electronic immobiliser The system checks whether the vehicle is allowed to start with the key used.
22 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the remote control, it may be due to the following: z Range exceeded. z Battery voltage in remote control too low, change battery. z Frequent successive activations of the remote control outside the range of the vehicle (this means that the remote control is no longer recognized). Synchronise remote control.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 23 Key with fixed key bit, see Fig. 15331 T on previous page. Have the workshop change the battery. Remote control synchronisation After changing the battery, unlock the door using the key. Insert the key in the ignition lock to synchronise the remote control. Remote control battery replacement Replace the battery as soon as the range of the remote control begins to shrink. Central locking system Batteries do not belong in household waste.
24 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof To lock Close doors, luggage compartment and tank flap. Press button p on remote control. – or from the inside – Press button m in the door. The vehicle can be locked even if the driver’s door is open. Risk of being locked out. Mechanical anti-theft locking system 3 9 Warning Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside. All doors must be closed.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Within 10 seconds of locking, press the p button on the remote control again. Unlocking the vehicle switches off the mechanical anti-theft locking system. Note z A short time after unlocking using the remote control the doors lock again automatically if no door is opened. z To lock the doors from inside (e.g. to prevent unwanted entry from outside), press central locking switch m in the door trim. z The vehicle can be locked without the need for the key.
26 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Luggage compartment To open with the button in the driver’s door handle 1. Unlock entire vehicle 3 23. 2. Apply handbrake. 3. Switch on ignition. 4. Briefly press button R. The opening process begins after a slight delay. Pressing the button again stops the opening process. If the handbrake is not engaged when the button is pressed, a warning buzzer sounds and the luggage compartment remains closed. To open with the button beneath the boot lid 1.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Fault The boot lid can only be operated if the roof has been fully and correctly closed or opened beforehand. In the event of automatic drive malfunction or loss of battery power, the boot lid is manually opened as follows: 1. Open the door. 2. Fold down the seat backrest. The tool is fastened underneath the seat. 3. Turn the tool 90° to the right to remove. 4. Pull the front of the tool upward and out of the flooring. 27 5.
28 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 6. Open and fold down the cover of the emergency release cable. Pull the cable out slightly. 8. Have a second person hold the rear of the boot lid down. Pull the tool forward to release the lid at the rear. To close the boot lid, have a second person help you press it down and engage it in the lock. 7. Insert the tool through the eye of the emergency release cable. Support the rounded end of the tool on the cover as illustrated.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 29 Vauxhall alarm system 3 Monitors: z doors, luggage compartment, bonnet, z the passenger compartment, z vehicle tilt e.g. if it is raised, z the ignition. To activate All doors, windows, retractable steel roof, luggage compartment and bonnet must be closed. Press button p on the remote control. If the ignition was switched on, the driver’s door must be opened and closed once so that the anti-theft alarm system can be switched on. 2.
30 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof After the first 10 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: z LED flashes = System switched on, slowly z LED comes = Switch-off function. on for approx. 1 second On faults, contact a workshop.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 31 Note z Changes to the vehicle interior, such as the use of seat covers, could impair the function of passenger compartment monitoring. z Switch off passenger compartment monitoring if the interior of the parked vehicle is heated. Alarm When triggered, the alarm gives off an acoustic signal (horn) and a visual signal (hazard warning lamps). The number and duration of the alarms are stipulated by legislation.
32 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Electric windows 9 Warning Exercise care when operating electric windows. Risk of injury, especially for children. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly. Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as they move. Ready for operation Ready for operation when the ignition is on Heated exterior mirrors 3 Heating is activated or deactivated by pressing the Ü button when the ignition is on.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 33 When a door is opened, the window of that door opens slightly. It closes automatically after the door is closed. When the retractable steel roof is opened or closed, the windows open slightly. They close automatically once the retractable steel roof is completely opened or closed. Safety function If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and the window opened again.
34 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Overload If the windows are repeatedly operated at short intervals, the power supply is briefly cut off. Fault If the windows cannot be opened and closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows: 1. Close doors. 2. Switch on ignition. 3. Close the window completely and hold the button depressed at least 5 seconds longer. Heated rear window Heating is activated or deactivated by pressing the Ü button when the ignition is on.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Opening the roof Only with vehicle stationary. Engage the luggage compartment partition in the rear position. Apply handbrake. Place no objects in front of the rear window or in front of the luggage compartment partition. Close the boot lid 3 26. 35 Release the locking levers on upper right and left of the window frames, pulling both levers all the way down. Both retaining hooks must unhook.
36 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Press S until the roof and boot lid are completely closed. An acoustic signal sounds at the beginning and end of the procedure. If button S is actuated when the handbrake is not applied, a warning buzzer sounds and the roof remains open. Switch on ignition. Pull S until the roof is completely open and the boot lid is closed. An acoustic signal sounds at the beginning and end of the procedure.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Fault Automatic roof operation is only functional if the roof has been properly closed or opened beforehand. 1. Park the vehicle and apply the handbrake. z the handbrake is applied, 2. Open both windows or open the doors. z the ignition is on, 3. Switch off the ignition and remove the key. z the boot lid is completely closed, z the locking levers are unlocked. The retaining hooks engage in the corresponding recesses and the roof locks securely.
38 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 5. Fold down the seat backrest. The tool is fastened underneath the seat. 6. Turn the tool 90° to the right to remove. 7. Pull the front of the tool upward and out of the flooring. 8. Pull the tool forward out of the flooring.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 9. Use the tool to forcefully pull the lock bar to unlock the cover in front of the rear window. The lock bar is on the right side of the vehicle below the cover. 10. With the lock bar pulled, have a helper pivot the cover upward by hand. The noise arising from this is normal. 39 11. Press the button below the boot lid until the lid is completely closed 3 26.
40 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 12. Release the front catches of the boot lid using the tool by inserting the tool in the guide and pressing the upper end inward; see illustration above. At the same time, pull the boot lid slightly upward out of the catch. Carry out the procedure on the right and left. 13. With two people working simultaneously on the right and left, open the boot lid rearward to its end position. Do not twist or tilt the boot lid when doing so.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 15. With the aid of a second person, carefully and slowly pull the roof upward. Grip the roof at the sides and pull forward. Make sure that the boot lid is completely open. 9 Warning Caution. Risk of pinching. 16. Pull the roof up to the windscreen frame. 41 17. Push the locking levers on the right and left side of the window frame all the way up. The retaining hooks must engage in the corresponding recess and the roof must securely lock.
42 Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof 18. Have a second person help to force the boot lid closed simultaneously on the right and left. It must engage in the locks. Do not twist or tilt the boot lid. The closed lid is not locked. 19. Next, if possible open and close the boot lid once using the button below the lid. The boot lid is then locked. 20. Press down the cover in front of the rear window. It is not possible to open the roof if there is a malfunction in automatic operation.
Keys, Doors, Windows, Retractable Steel Roof Wind deflector 3 Install the wind deflector to reduce wind turbulence, draught and noise in the passenger compartment when the retractable steel roof is open. Insert the wind deflector in the opening in the centre of the rollover protection and fasten it with the crank. When removed, store the wind deflector in the luggage compartment.
44 Seats, Interior Seats, Interior Front seats ........................................... Head restraints .................................... Luggage compartment partition ....... Three-stage safety system.................. Three-point seat belts ......................... Belt tensioners...................................... Using the belts ..................................... Child restraint systems 3 .................... Airbag system...................................... Cigarette lighter 3........
Seats, Interior Adjusting the seat height Lift lever and relieve some weight from seat to raise it or press down on seat with body weight to lower it. Fold backrest forward To fold the backrest forwards, e.g. to reach the storage compartment behind the seats, lift release lever. 45 Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. z Sit with your buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible.
46 Seats, Interior z Sit with your shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that you can easily reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between your shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel. Do not angle the backrest too far back. We recommend a maximum rake of approx. 25°. z Adjust the steering wheel 3 5. z Set seat height 3 high enough to have a clear field of vision on all sides and of all display instruments.
Seats, Interior Head restraint position 9 Warning Only drive with the head restraint set to the proper position. The middle of the head restraint should be at eye level. If this is not possible for extremely tall persons, set to highest position, and set to lowest position for small persons. Removing Press and release the two catches. Pull and remove the head restraint. Stow head restraints securely in luggage compartment. Do not drive with head restraints removed if the seat is occupied.
48 Seats, Interior Three-stage safety system Comprising: z three-point seat belts, z belt tensioners at the seats, z airbag systems for driver and front passenger. The three stages are activated in sequence depending on the severity of the accident: z The automatic seat belt locking devices prevent the belt strap from being pulled out and thus ensure that the vehicle occupants are retained in their seats.
Seats, Interior 9 Warning Fasten your seat belt before each trip. In the event of an accident, persons not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and themselves. Seat belt control indicator X 3 3 66. Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. They are not suitable for anyone under 12 years of age or under 150 cm tall. Three-point seat belts The seat belts have an automatic retractor, so that the belt is spring tensioned and always lies against the body.
50 Seats, Interior Belt tensioners The seat belts are pulled down at the buckles on a front or rear impact above a certain severity. This tightens the belts. Actuation of belt tensioners Indicated by continuous illumination of control indicator v. Triggered belt tensioners must be replaced by a workshop. Belt tensioners can only be triggered once.
Seats, Interior 9 Warning Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop immediately. Self-diagnosis integrated into the system allows rapid fault identification. Important z Do not affix or place accessories or other objects within the deployment zone of the belt tensioners. Do not make any modifications to belt tensioner components as this will invalidate the vehicle type approval. 9 Warning Incorrect handling (e.g.
52 Seats, Interior Using the belts Fitting seat belts The seat belt must not be twisted and must lie snugly against the body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25°). Pull the belt out of the reel, guide it across the body (making certain it is not twisted) and engage the latch plate in the buckle. Tension the lap belt frequently whilst driving by tugging the shoulder belt.
Seats, Interior Child restraint systems 3 Follow the usage instructions for the child restraint system. Always comply with local or national regulations. In some countries, the use of child restraint systems is forbidden on certain seats. Selecting the right system Your child should travel facing backwards in the vehicle for as long as possible.
54 Seats, Interior Exception: Passenger seat with seat occupancy recognition system 3. The seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags for the front passenger seat if the seat is unoccupied or a Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 has been fitted to the front passenger seat. Seat occupancy recognition – 3 58. Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 3 59.
Seats, Interior When triggered, the front airbags inflate in milliseconds and form a safety cushion for driver and front passenger. Forward movement is checked and the risk of injuries to the upper body and head thereby substantially reduced. No impairment of view will occur, because the airbags inflate and deflate so quickly. 9 Warning Optimum protection is only provided with the seat in the proper position 3 45. Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions.
56 Seats, Interior In addition, the front airbag system will not be triggered for the front passenger in versions with seat occupancy recognition 3 if: z the front passenger seat is unoccupied, z there is a properly mounted Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 . Seat occupancy recognition system 3 58. Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 3 59. Side airbags The side airbag system consists of an airbag in each front seat backrest. This can be identified by the word AIRBAG.
Seats, Interior Exception: Passenger seat with seat occupancy recognition system 3. The seat occupancy recognition system deactivates the front and side airbags on the front passenger seat if the seat is unoccupied or a Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 has been fitted to the front passenger seat. Seat occupancy recognition – 3 58. Vauxhall child restraint system with transponders 3 3 59. 57 9 Warning Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions.
58 Seats, Interior 9 Warning Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop immediately. Self-diagnosis integrated into the system allows rapid fault identification. Control indicator v for airbag systems The function of the airbag systems is monitored electronically together with the seat occupancy recognition 3 and the belt tensioners, and indicated by the control indicator v . When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for approx. 4 seconds.
Seats, Interior 59 9 Warning Only Vauxhall child restraint systems with transponders 3 should be fitted on the front passenger seats. Use of systems without transponders poses a risk of fatal injury. Vauxhall child restraint systems with transponders 3 can be identified by a sticker or badge. Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition can also be identified from the sticker on the passenger seat.
60 Seats, Interior If the control indicator flashes when the child restraint system with transponders 3 is correctly fitted, there is a fault and a danger to the child. Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop. Important z Owing to the risk of injury when the airbags deploy, accessories and objects must not be placed within the expansion range of the airbag systems.
Seats, Interior z Do not perform any alterations on the components of the airbag system, as this would render the vehicle unroadworthy. 9 Warning If handled improperly the airbag systems can be triggered in an explosive manner – risk of injury! z We recommend entrusting removal of the steering wheel, the instrument panel, all panelling parts and the seats to a workshop in the event of triggering of the airbags and belt tensioners.
62 Seats, Interior Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition can be identified by control indicator y in the courtesy lamp. If control indicator y illuminates for approx. 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on, the vehicle is equipped with seat occupancy recognition 3 58. Seat occupancy recognition in a vehicle is also indicated by a sticker on the front passenger seat – see page Fig. 12106 A.
Seats, Interior 63 Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. Electrical accessories connected to the socket must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839, otherwise vehicle malfunctions may occur. Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Cigarette lighter 3 Accessory socket 3 The cigarette lighter is in the centre console. The accessory socket is in the centre console.
64 Seats, Interior Ashtray 3 Caution To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish. Open the ashtray cover to the resistance point. To empty, open the ashtray cover fully beyond its resistance point, causing the insert to lift. Grip both sides of the ashtray insert and pull upwards. To enlarge the storage compartment remove the ashtray completely. Stowage compartments Stowage compartment behind the seats The compartment is only suitable for stowing light objects. Maximum load: 10 kg.
Seats, Interior 65 Sun visors Use the sun visor to protect from glare by pulling it down and swivelling it to the side. Glove compartment To open, pull handle upwards. Can be locked with the vehicle key. On the inside of the glove compartment cover there is a pen holder. The glove compartment should be closed while the vehicle is in motion. Coin holder 3 In the centre console.
66 Instruments, Controls Instruments, Controls Control indicators ................................ Instrument display ............................... Information display ............................. Warning buzzers.................................. Windscreen wipers............................... 66 72 74 84 85 Control indicators The control indicators described here are not present in all vehicles. The descriptions however, apply to all instrument versions.
Instruments, Controls 67 Z Exhaust emission Control indicator illuminates or flashes yellow. It illuminates when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts. Illuminated when the engine is running Fault in emission control system. The permitted emissions may be exceeded. Contact a workshop immediately. A Engine electronics, transmission electronics, immobiliser, diesel fuel filter 3 Control indicator illuminates or flashes yellow.
68 Instruments, Controls 1. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without impeding other vehicles. 2. Depress clutch. 3. Move gearshift lever to neutral, or with Easytronic 3 place selector lever in N. 4. Switch off ignition. 9 Warning v Airbag systems 3, Belt tensioners Control indicator illuminates red. I Engine oil pressure Control indicator illuminates red. Illuminated when the engine is running Fault in the airbag or belt tensioner systems 3 50, 3 58.
Instruments, Controls 69 ! Preheating for diesel engines 3 Control indicator illuminates yellow. Preheating activated. Only activates when outside temperatures are low. T Winter programme of Easytronic 3 Control indicator illuminates yellow. Control indicator is illuminated when Winter programme is enabled 3 103. r O Turn signal lamps Control indicator flashes green. The control indicator flashes if a turn signal or the hazard warning lamps are activated.
70 Instruments, Controls S Engine oil level 3 Control indicator illuminates yellow. The engine oil level is checked automatically. Illuminated when the engine is running Engine oil level too low. Check engine oil level and top up engine oil if necessary 3 160. EPS1) Electric Power-assisted Steering (EPS) Control indicator illuminates yellow. R Brake system, clutch system Control indicator illuminates or flashes red.
Instruments, Controls v Electronic Stability Programme (ESP®Plus) 3 Control indicator flashes or illuminates yellow. Flashing during driving System engages 3 114. Illuminated while driving Fault in system 3 114. Y Fuel level Control indicator illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminated Fuel level in fuel tank is too low. Refuel. Flashing Fuel supply exhausted, refuel immediately. Never let the tank run dry! Erratic fuel supply can cause catalytic converter to overheat 3 112.
72 Instruments, Controls Instrument display Tachometer Displays the engine rpm. Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible. Caution If the pointer is in the warning zone, the maximum permitted engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk. Speedometer Speed display. Mileage display If the ignition is off, the mileage is displayed for approx. 15 seconds by briefly pressing the reset knob. Top line: Trip odometer Display of miles covered since reset.
Instruments, Controls Fuel gauge Display of fuel level in tank When fuel level is low, control indicator Y illuminates. If the if control indicator flashes, refuel immediately. Never run the tank dry! Because of the fuel remaining in the tank, the amount of fuel required to fill the tank may be less than the specified tank capacity. Transmission display 3 Display of current gear or mode with Easytronic 3: R N A 1-5 Reverse gear. Neutral. Automatic mode on Easytronic.
74 Instruments, Controls Some information appears in the display in an abbreviated form. Ü Board Computer BC 1 12:01 17 ,0°C FM 3 90,6 MHz REG AS RDS BC 2 Timer 1 257.0 Ø 40 8 7.0 Ø 48.0 TP Information display Triple information display 3 Display of time, outside temperature and date/Infotainment system (when it is on). When the ignition is off, the time, date and outside temperature can be displayed by briefly pressing one of the two buttons adjacent to the display.
Instruments, Controls 75 9 Warning 8:56 -5 ,5°C 07.04.2008 Caution: The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 °C. : Slippery road -2,5°C OK Outside temperature A fall in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. If the external temperature falls to 3 °C, to warn of ice on the road the symbol : appears in the triple information display. When the temperature climbs, the symbol : goes out above 5 °C.
76 Instruments, Controls Automatic time synchronisation 3 The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. This can be identified by } in the display. 8:56 5 ,5°C 07.04.2008 Triple information display Set date and time The Infotainment system 3 must be off. Activate setting mode by holding the Ö button depressed for approx. 2 seconds. The flashing value is adjusted using the ; button. The Ö button is used to switch to the next unit and to exit setting mode.
Instruments, Controls To select with four-way button Select menu items via menus and with the buttons/four-way button of the Infotainment system. Selection with the multifunction knob 3 Turn the multifunction knob to highlight menu items or commands and to select function areas. Press the multifunction knob to select the highlighted item or confirm a command. To exit a menu, turn the multifunction knob left or right to Return or Main and select.
78 Instruments, Controls 7 FM [TP] CDin Settings Time, Date 19,5° 19:36 7 Time, Date 19,5° 19:36 19:36 Time 19:36 10 . 07 . 2008 Date 10 . 07 . 2008 Language 90.6 MHz Units Contrast Day / Night 19,5° 19:36 6 Synchron. clock automatical. 6 Ign.
Instruments, Controls Automatic time synchronisation 3 The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, we recommend that you switch off automatic time synchronisation. On Infotainment systems with navigation 3, time and date are also harmonised upon receipt of a GPS satellite signal. The function is activated by ticking the field in front of Synchron. clock automatical. in the Time, Date menu.
80 Instruments, Controls 7 Settings 19,5° 19:36 7 Contrast 19,5° 19:36 Select menu item Day / Night from the Settings menu. Time, Date Language ~ Europe-SI Units | | | Japan Contrast Day / Night Setting display mode 3 Display brightness is independent of vehicle lighting. Settings are made as follows: 12 Great Britain USA The options are displayed. Automatic: adapted based on vehicle lighting. Always day design: Black text on light background. 6 Ign.
Instruments, Controls Ü Board Computer BC 1 19,5° 19:36 All values BC 2 Timer 81 1 8 257.0 Ø 40 7.0 Ø 48.0 Range miles mph Aver. Consump. Inst. Consumpt. 199 miles 48.0 miles/gal 46.0 miles/gal Range 23miles gal miles/gal Graphical information display 3, Trip computer 3 The trip computers provide information on driving data, which is continually recorded and evaluated electronically. The on-board computer main page gives information on range, momentary consumption and average consumption 3.
82 Instruments, Controls Instantaneous consumption Display of current consumption. At low speeds, consumption per hour is displayed. Distance travelled Display of distance travelled. The measurement can be reset at any time. Effective consumption Display of fuel consumed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average speed Display of average speed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Average consumption Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time.
Instruments, Controls Ü Board Computer BC 1 BC 2 Timer 19,5° 19:36 All values 1 257.0 Ø 40 8 7.0 Ø 48.0 Ü Reset BC 1 19,5° 19:36 mph gal miles/gal 257.0 Ø 40 7.0 Ø 48.0 miles mph gal miles/gal Restart trip computer The measurement or calculation of the following trip computer information can be restarted: The information of both trip computers can be reset separately and therefore provides a facility for evaluating information over different time periods.
84 Instruments, Controls The stop watch information to be displayed can be selected via menu Options 3: Ü Board Computer 19,5° 19:36 BC 1 BC 2 00:00:00 Timer Start Reset Options Stop watch Select menu item Timer from the Board Computer menu. The Timer menu is displayed. To start, select menu item Start. To stop, select menu item Stop. To reset, select menu item Reset. Driving Time excl. Stops Measurement of the time the vehicle is in motion. Stationary time is not included. Driving Time incl.
Instruments, Controls 85 Adjustable wiper interval 3 Setting wiper interval to a value between 2 and 15 seconds: Stalk to timed interval wipe $ , move stalk to position §, wait until wiping frequency reaches the required interval time, stalk back to timed interval wipe $. The interval time selected remains stored until it is next changed or until the ignition is turned off. After turning on the ignition and setting the stalk to $ , the interval is set to 7 seconds.
86 Lighting Lighting Versions with daytime running lamps 3 With ignition on and light switch to 7, the dipped beam is switched on without instrument panel lighting. The daytime running lamps switch off when the ignition is switched off. Follow the regulations of the country in which you are driving when using daytime running lamps and front fog lamps 3. Driving abroad 3 89. Exterior lights ....................................... Main beam, headlamp flash .............. Turn signal lamps ................
Lighting 87 Main beam, headlamp flash Turn signal lamps Front fog lamps >3 To switch from dipped to main beam, push stalk forwards Stalk up To switch to dipped beam, push stalk forwards again. Stalk down = The front fog lamps can only be switched on when both the ignition and headlamps are on. To activate the headlamp flash, pull stalk on steering wheel. Main beam is engaged for the duration of activation. If the stalk is moved past the resistance point, the turn signal lamp remains on.
88 Lighting Hazard warning lamps Headlamp range adjustment ? Door-to-door lighting 3 Operated with the ¨ button. Adjust headlamp range to the vehicle load with dipped beam switched on: Turn adjuster wheel to required position. Dipped beam illuminates for approx. 30 seconds after switching on and closing the driver’s door. Adjustment positions To activate 1. Switch off ignition. To aid location of the pushbutton, the red surface is illuminated when the ignition switched on.
Lighting 89 Battery discharge protection 3 Some consumers such as the interior lighting switch themselves off after approx. 30 minutes if the ignition is off in order to protect the battery charge. Misted lamp covers The inside of the lamp covers may briefly mist up under unfavourable wet/cold weather conditions, during heavy rain or after the vehicle has been washed. The misting disappears of its own accord after a short time, but can be accelerated by switching on the headlamps.
90 Infotainment system Infotainment system Radio reception 3 Radio reception may be disrupted by static, noise, distortion or loss of reception due to z changes in distance from the transmitter, z multi-path reception due to reflection and z shadowing. Radio reception 3................................ Remote control on steering wheel 3 .. AUX input 3......................................... Infotainment system 3........................ Mobile telephones and radio equipment (CB) 3 .......................
Infotainment system Mobile telephones and radio equipment (CB) 3 The Vauxhall installation instructions and the operating guidelines provided by the telephone manufacturer must be observed when fitting and operating a mobile telephone. Failure to do so could invalidate the vehicle’s operating permit (EU Directive 95/54/EC).
92 Climate control Climate control Heating and ventilation system, air conditioning system 3................. Air vents ............................................... Heating and ventilation system ......... Air conditioning system 3................... Air intake .............................................. Pollen filter ........................................... Regular operation ............................... Service ..................................................
Climate control Centre and side (1) air vents Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. 93 Additional air vents Located beneath the windscreen and the side windows, and also in the footwell. Temperature rotary knob in central area: that air that comes out of the centre air vents is cooler than the air coming out of the side air vents. To close the air vents, push the slider towards the centre of the vehicle.
94 Climate control Heating and ventilation system Temperature Adjustment with left-hand rotary knob. Red area Blue area = = Warm Cold The amount of heat is dependent on the coolant temperature and is thus not fully attained until the engine is warm. Air flow Adjustment with central rotary knob. x Off 1-4 Selected fan speed The rate of air flow is determined by the fan. The fan should therefore also be switched on during a journey. Air distribution Adjustment with right-hand rotary knob.
Climate control 95 Heating For rapid warming of the passenger compartment: z Turn the temperature rotary knob clockwise as far as it will go (warm), z set the fan speed to 3, z set air distribution rotary knob to required position, preferably position J 3 94. The comfort and general well-being of the vehicle occupants are to a large extent dependent on a suitable ventilation and heating setting.
96 Climate control z Set fan speed to 3 or 4, Air conditioning system 3 z Set air distribution rotary knob to V. As a supplement to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) inflowing air. z Activate heated rear window Ü, z Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. z For simultaneous footwell heating, set air distribution rotary knob to J.
Climate control 97 9 Warning The air recirculation system minimises the entry of outside air. The humidity increases, and the windows can mist up. The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy. Air distribution to V: the air recirculation system is automatically switched off to speed up window demisting and prevent fogging. Cooling n Only operate with the engine and fan running. Activate and deactivate with the n button.
98 Climate control Comfort setting z Set cooling n as required. z Air recirculation system 4 off. z Set temperature rotary knob as required. z Switch on fan at required speed z Set air distribution rotary knob to M or L. z Open air vents as required. Temperature rotary knob in centre of adjustment range: warmer air will flow into the footwell and cooler air into the upper zone, with warmer air coming from the side air vents and cooler air from the centre air vents.
Climate control Regular operation z Cooling n on, the air conditioning compressor automatically switches off in low outdoor temperatures (ice formation), For consistently good operation, cooling (air conditioning compressor) 3 must be switched on for several minutes once per month regardless of the weather and the time of year. Operation with the air conditioning compressor switched on is not possible at low outside temperatures. z Turn the temperature rotary knob clockwise. z Set fan speed to 3 or 4.
100 Driving and Operation Driving and Operation Easytronic 3 ......................................... Manual transmission ........................... Driving hints ......................................... Saving fuel, protecting the environment ...................................... Fuel, refuelling ..................................... Catalytic converter, engine emissions Drive control systems .......................... Hydraulic brake system ...................... Anti-lock Braking System (ABS u) ..
Driving and Operation 101 Selector lever in o (centre position) Once the selector lever has been moved from N to position o (centre position) with the footbrake depressed, the Easytronic is in automatic mode and first gear has been selected (second gear with Winter programme enabled). "A" appears in the transmission display. When the footbrake is released the vehicle starts to "creep". If the footbrake is not depressed, "A" flashes.
102 Driving and Operation Selector lever in + or + Shift to a higher gear. Shift to a lower gear. If a higher gear is selected when the running speed is too low, or a lower gear when the speed is too high, no shift is effected. This prevents the engine from running at too low or too high revs. Selector lever in A/M Switch between Automatic and Manual mode. In Manual mode, gears can be selected manually by moving the selector lever to + or -. The current gear is indicated in the transmission display.
Driving and Operation 103 Engine braking Automatic mode: When driving downhill, the Easytronic does not shift into higher gears until a fairly high engine speed has been reached. When braking, it shifts down in good time. Manual mode: To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when driving downhill. Winter programme T In the event of difficulties starting-off on slippery roads, press button T ("A" and T appear in the transmission display).
104 Driving and Operation Vehicle storage Apply handbrake and remove ignition key. The most recently engaged gear (indicated in transmission display) remains engaged. With N, no gear is engaged. When the ignition is switched off, the Easytronic no longer responds to movement of the selector lever. If the ignition key is not removed, the battery may be discharged if the vehicle is then left to stand for a lengthy period of time.
Driving and Operation 105 3. Clean transmission around the cap (see Fig. 16435 S) so that no dirt can get into the opening when the cap is removed. 4. Rotate cap to slacken and remove by lifting upwards – see Fig. 16435 S. 5. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise using a flat-head screwdriver (vehicle tools 3 133) until clear resistance can be felt. The clutch has now been disengaged. Caution Do not turn beyond the resistance, since this can damage the Easytronic.
106 Driving and Operation Driving hints The first 600 miles (1000 km) Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do not use full throttle. Never allow the engine to labour at low revs. Make good use of all gears. Depress the accelerator pedal a maximum of approx.3/4 of the available pedal travel in all gears. Do not drive faster than three quarters of maximum speed. Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first 125 miles (200 km).
Driving and Operation Overrun cut-off The fuel supply is automatically cut-off during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is driven with a gear engaged but the accelerator pedal is not depressed. Overrun cut-off is deactivated if catalytic converter temperature is high. Vehicles with turbocharged engine Flow-generated noises may be audible if the accelerator is released quickly, on account of air flow in the turbocharger. Engine speed Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
108 Driving and Operation Saving fuel, protecting the environment Trend-setting technology In the development and manufacture of your vehicle, environment-friendly and in the main recyclable materials were used. The production methods used to make your vehicle are likewise environmentallycompatible. Recycling of production wastes keeps the circulation of material closed. Reduction of energy and water requirements also helps to conserve natural resources.
Driving and Operation Overrun z The fuel supply is automatically cut-off during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is being driven down long gradients or when braking 3 109. z To enable the overrun cut-off to come into action and save fuel, do not accelerate or depress clutch pedal during overrun. Correct gear selection z High revs increase engine wear and fuel consumption. z Do not race your engine. Avoid driving at high engine speeds. Making use of the tachometer helps to save fuel.
110 Driving and Operation Fuel, refuelling Fuel consumption Fuel consumption is determined under specific driving conditions 3 172. Special equipment increases the weight of the vehicle. As a result, they can increase fuel consumption and reduce the specified maximum speed. There is increased friction between engine and transmission parts during the first 600 miles (1000 kilometres). This increases fuel consumption. Fuel for petrol engines Only use unleaded fuel that complies with DIN EN 228.
Driving and Operation Fuel filler cap Only a Vauxhall genuine fuel filler cap provides full functionality. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps. 111 Open the tank flap. Unscrew fuel filler cap to open and suspend from tank flap. The fuel tank has a limiting system which prevents overfilling of the tank.
112 Driving and Operation Caution Damage to the catalytic converter or the vehicle may result if the following points are not observed. z In the event of misfiring, uneven engine running, a clear 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.
Driving and Operation 113 If it illuminates briefly, but does not recur, it is of no significance. Illumination of control indicator A can indicate water in the diesel fuel filter. Check fuel filter for possible water residue 3 162. If it flashes after the ignition is switched on, there is a fault in the immobiliser system. The engine cannot be started 3 21. Control indicator Z for exhaust Illuminates when the ignition is switched on and during the start attempt.
114 Driving and Operation Engine exhaust 9 Warning Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases penetrate the vehicle interior, open a window and contact a workshop. Maintenance Have all maintenance work carried out at the intervals specified. We recommend that you entrust this work to your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who has proper equipment and trained personnel available.
Driving and Operation As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve (understeer/oversteer), engine output is reduced and the wheels are braked individually. This considerably improves the driving stability of the vehicle on slippery road surfaces. Illuminates while driving: Fault in the system. Driving can be continued. Poor road surface conditions may however still cause vehicle stability to be impaired. Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop.
116 Driving and Operation Cruise control 3 Cruise control can store and maintain speeds of approx. 20 to 125 mph (30 to 200 km/h). Deviation from the stored speed is possible on uphill or downhill inclines. For safety reasons, the cruise control cannot be activated until the footbrake has been depressed once. With Easytronic 3, only use cruise control when in automatic mode. 9 Warning When the cruise control is active, reaction times may be increased due to the different position of the feet.
Driving and Operation Increase With cruise control active, hold down button I or briefly press it repeatedly: speed is increased continuously or in steps of 1.2 mph (2 km/h). The current speed is stored and saved after button I has been released. Decelerate With cruise control active, hold down button R or briefly press it repeatedly: speed is reduced continuously or in steps of 1.2 mph (2 km/h). The current speed is stored and saved after button R has been released.
118 Driving and Operation Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 Parking distance sensors make reverse parking easier by measuring the distance between the rear of the vehicle and obstacles behind it. It is the driver, however, who maintains full responsibility for parking. Fault In the event of system faults, a permanent tone sounds at a distance of 1 metre from the obstacle. Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a workshop.
Driving and Operation 119 When the engine is not running, the assistance of the brake servo unit disappears once the brake pedal has been depressed once or twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but braking requires significantly greater force. This is especially important to bear in mind when towing. The brake fluid level should be checked regularly. If the brake fluid level is too low and the handbrake is not applied, control indicator R illuminates in the instrument cluster 3 70.
120 Driving and Operation Anti-lock Braking System (ABS u) Self-check When the engine is started and the vehicle starts off, the system performs a self-check, which may be audible. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. ABS starts to regulate brake pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains steerable, even during hard braking. Fault 9 Warning ABS control is made apparent through a pulse in the brake pedal and the noise of the regulation process.
Driving and Operation Brake assist Wheels, tyres If the brake pedal is operated with a fast, powerful push, the vehicle is automatically braked at full braking power in order to achieve the shortest possible braking distance when full-on braking occurs (brake assist). Suitable tyres and restrictions 3 176. Maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal for as long as full-on braking is to continue. When the brake pedal is released, the maximum brake force amplification is taken away.
122 Driving and Operation Fitting new tyres Fit tyres in pairs or in sets, which is even better. Ensure that tyres on one axle are: z the same size, z the same design, z the same make, z and have the same tread pattern. Do not reduce tyre pressure when the tyres are warm. Otherwise the pressure may drop below the permissible minimum when the tyres cool down. Screw on the valve cap after checking pressure.
Driving and Operation 9 Warning If the pressure is too low, this can result in considerable tyre warm-up and internal damage, leading to tread separation and even to tyre blow-out at high speeds. 123 Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right angles if possible. Driving over sharp edges can cause tyre and wheel damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking. Tread depth Check tread depth regularly. Regularly check the wheels for damage.
124 Driving and Operation General information z The risk of aquaplaning is greater if the tyres are worn. Correct the tyre pressures. Restrictions 3 176. z Tyres age, even if they are used little or not at all. We recommend tyre replacement at the latest every 6 years. Winter tyres (M + S tyres) improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should therefore be fitted on all wheels. z Never fit used tyres the previous history and use of which you do not know.
Driving and Operation 125 Wheel trims 3 Use wheel trims and tyres that are approved by Vauxhall for the vehicle in question and therefore meet all the requirements pertaining to the respective wheel/tyre combination. Remove the wheel trims if using tyre chains. If the wheel trims and tyres used are not Vauxhall-approved, the tyres must not have a beaded edge. 9 Warning Tyre chains may only be used at speeds up to 30 mph (50 km/h).
126 Self-help, Vehicle Care Self-help, Vehicle Care Diesel fuel system, bleeding ............... Bonnet .................................................. Starting the engine with jump leads 3 Towing your own vehicle..................... Warning triangle ¨ 3 and First-aid kit + 3 ......................... Spare wheel 3...................................... Jack £ 3 and vehicle tools 3 ............ Changing wheels ................................. Tyre repair aerosol 3 ..........................
Self-help, Vehicle Care 127 Starting the engine with jump leads 3 Do not start with a quick charger or by pushing or towing. A vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. Attempts to start the vehicle should be made at intervals of one minute and should not last longer than 15 seconds. 9 Warning Pull the safety catch upwards and open the bonnet.
128 Self-help, Vehicle Care z Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged battery. z Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of at least 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for diesel engines). z Do not disconnect the discharged battery from the vehicle. z Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. z Do not lean over the battery during jump starting. z Never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks.
Self-help, Vehicle Care 129 Route the leads so that they cannot catch on rotating parts in the engine compartment. To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start. 2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be made at intervals of 1 minute and should not last longer than 15 seconds. 3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads connected. 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g.
130 Self-help, Vehicle Care Select neutral gear. Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust fumes from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation system 3 and close the windows. Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Fasten the Velcro straps to the warning triangle and the first-aid kit (cushion) as illustrated. Spare wheel 3 Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair aerosol instead of a spare wheel 3 137. The spare wheel is stowed in the luggage compartment, held in place under a floor cover with a wing nut. Close retractable steel roof 3 36. Fold luggage compartment partition forwards 3 47. Pull the spare wheel forward and then upward out of the wheel well.
132 Self-help, Vehicle Care General information Depending on version, the spare wheel may be in the form of a temporary spare wheel 3. Refer to the notes on this page and 3 125, 3 176. On vehicles with alloy wheels 3, the spare wheel may have a steel rim. Use of a spare wheel together with winter tyres could alter driving characteristics. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. Use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels could alter driving characteristics.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Changing wheels z Use the jack 3 only to change wheels. Some versions have tyre repair aerosol instead of a spare wheel 3 137. z If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft, a solid board (max. 1 cm thick) should be placed under the jack 3. Make the following preparations and observe the following information: z Park the vehicle on a level, firm and nonslippery surface. The front wheels must be in the straight-ahead position. z Close retractable steel roof 3 36.
134 Self-help, Vehicle Care 1. Pull off the wheel trim with the hook 3. Vehicle tools 3 133. If the wheel trim has visible wheel bolts 3, the trim can remain on the wheel. The retaining washers 3 on the wheel bolts must not be removed. Alloy wheels 3: Prise off the wheel trim 3 with a screwdriver. Protect the rim by placing a soft cloth between the screwdriver and the alloy wheel. 2. Push the wheel bolt wrench 3 on as far as possible and slacken the wheel bolts half a turn.
Self-help, Vehicle Care 3. The jacking points are marked on the bottom edge of the vehicle. 4. Set the jack 3 to the necessary height. Position the jack arm at the front or rear so that the jack claw (arrowed in illustration) spans the vertical base and engages in the recess in the base. Make sure it is securely positioned. 135 The edge of the jack base must be on the ground directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping. Raise vehicle by turning crank handle.
136 Self-help, Vehicle Care 5. Unscrew the wheel bolts. 10. Before refitting the wheel trim, clean the wheel around the retaining clips. Valve symbol 3 on back of wheel trim must point towards valve on wheel. If the wheel bolts have retaining washers 3, they must not be removed. 6. Change wheel. Notes on spare wheel 3 131. Notes on temporary spare wheel 3 132. Position and engage wheel trim. Alloy wheels 3: Align and refit wheel bolt caps 3. 11.
Self-help, Vehicle Care The tyre repair aerosol is located in the luggage compartment in the spare wheel well. 1. Remove foreign bodies from the tyre and turn the wheel so that the tyre valve is horizontal, that is to say at the midline of the wheel. 2. Completely relieve tyre pressure by pressing the valve core inward with a screwdriver. Tyre repair aerosol 3 Minor damage to the tyre tread and sidewall, e.g. foreign bodies, can be remedied with the tyre repair aerosol.
138 Self-help, Vehicle Care The tyre repair aerosol allows for temporary use of the tyre; it merely allows for continued travel until the tyre can be changed. Fold the used tyre repair aerosol in a cloth and stow in the luggage compartment. The tyre repair aerosol can only be used once for repair and must then be replaced. Contact a workshop. The tyre repair aerosol can only be used on one tyre at a time. Follow national legislation when disposing of used tyre repair aerosol.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Fuse box The fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the coolant expansion tank. Disengage cover of fuse box from lug and lift off. Place spare fuses at the point provided in the fuse box; next to this on the right is the fuse extractor for changing fuses. 139 Slot fuse extractor onto fuse and withdraw it. Always use fuses with the correct current rating. This is shown on each fuse, and is also indicated by the fuse colour and the plug-in location in the fuse box.
140 Self-help, Vehicle Care No. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Fuses and the most important circuits they protect Some circuits may be protected by several fuses. The illustrations on pages 140, 141 depict the fuse boxes of vehicles with engine Z 13 DT. Fuse boxes of other engines are depicted on pages 142, 143. No. 1 2 Circuit Central control unit Engine control unit No.
Self-help, Vehicle Care No. 13 14 15 16 17 18 141 Circuit Vauxhall alarm system Heated exterior mirrors Windscreen washer system Courtesy lamp Central control unit Heated rear window No. 19 20 21 22 23 Circuit Electric window (right) – – Central control unit, immobiliser Windscreen wipers No.
142 Self-help, Vehicle Care No. 37 38 39 40 41 No. 28 29 30 31 32 Circuit ABS Retractable steel roof Engine control unit Air conditioning system ABS, airbag No.
Self-help, Vehicle Care No. 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 Circuit Fog tail lamp Main beam (left) Main beam (right) Ventilation fan Engine control unit Retractable steel roof Starter No. 49 50 51 Circuit ESP®Plus ABS, ESP®Plus Petrol engine: Easytronic Diesel engine: Engine control unit No.
144 Self-help, Vehicle Care Bulb replacement Switch off the ignition and turn off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with your bare hands. Replace the bulb, checking that the data on the base matches that of the defective bulb. When replacing bulbs in the front right headlamp, detach the air hose from the air filter.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Main beam Have bulbs changed by a workshop. Parking lamps Have bulbs changed by a workshop. 3. Detach plug connector from bulb. 4. Disengage spring wire clip from retaining lugs by moving it sideways and swivel it upward. 5. Remove bulb from reflector housing. 6. When fitting the new bulb, insert lugs in the reflector recesses. 7. Engage spring wire clip, attach plug connector onto bulb. 8. Place headlamp protective cover in position and close.
146 Self-help, Vehicle Care Side turn signal lamp Have bulbs changed by a workshop. Front fog lamps 3 Have bulbs changed by a workshop. Turn signal lamps Front turn signal lamps 1. Open bonnet and engage support. 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and disengage. 3. Remove bulb holder from reflector housing. 4. Push bulb into bulb holder slightly, rotate anticlockwise and remove. 5. Insert new bulb. 6. Engage bulb holder in reflector housing by rotating it clockwise.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Tail lamps 1. Open the luggage compartment. 2. Disengage cover of retaining lugs and remove. 3. Hold bulb housing from the outside and unscrew both retaining nuts. 4. Detach bulb housing towards the rear. 5. Disengage and remove bulb holder from bulb housing by rotating bulb holder anticlockwise: 1 2 3 4 = = = = Reversing lamp Turn signal lamp Tail lamp/brake lamp Fog tail lamp (Country-specific version: fog tail lamp on one side only). 147 6.
148 Self-help, Vehicle Care Number plate lamp 1. Insert screwdriver vertically on righthand side of bulb housing, exert pressure towards the right and disengage spring. Remove the bulb housing downwards. 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and disengage. 3. Remove bulb from socket. 4. Insert new bulb. 5. Engage bulb holder by rotating clockwise in bulb housing. 6. Insert bulb housing in original position and engage.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Courtesy lamp Front courtesy lamp 1. Lever the lens out of the housing at the points shown in the illustration. 2. Remove bulb from socket. 3. Insert new bulb. 4. Mount lens and engage in position. Luggage compartment lamp 1. Prise the lens out with a screwdriver. 2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip and remove. 3. Insert new bulb. 4. Insert lens in aperture and engage in position. Instrument illumination, Information display illumination Have bulbs changed by a workshop.
150 Self-help, Vehicle Care Vehicle care When caring for your vehicle, observe all national environmental regulations, particularly when washing it. Regular, thorough care helps to improve the appearance of your vehicle and maintain its value over the years. It is also a prerequisite for warranty claims for any paint or corrosion damage. The following pages contain tips for vehicle care which, if used properly, will help combat the unavoidable damaging effects of the environment.
Self-help, Vehicle Care Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior, including the instrument panel facia and panelling, with a dry cloth or interior cleaner. The instrument panel should only be cleaned using a soft damp cloth. Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove stains with an upholstery cleaner. Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner. Caution Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
152 Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance Scheduled maintenance The service intervals apply to normal conditions of use. For extreme operating conditions 3 156. Service interval display 3 158. Service intervals Every 20,000 miles (30,000 km) or annually, whichever occurs first. Scheduled maintenance ..................... Additional service work....................... Recommended fluids and lubricants . Inspection system ................................ Vauxhall genuine parts and accessories...
Service and Maintenance Service Plan Service work after years 1) miles (x1000) 1) km (x1000)1) Visually inspect control systems, lighting and signalling systems and airbag, test steering and ignition lock 1 20 30 2 40 60 3 60 90 4 90 120 5 120 150 x x x x x Remote control: replace batteries (check second key).
154 Service and Maintenance Service work ⊕ after years 1) miles (x1000) 1) km (x1000)1) Replace toothed belts and tensioning roller Z 18 XE Change engine oil and filter ⊕o Drain water from fuel filter, diesel (for high residual humidity and/or lower quality fuel) 1 20 30 2 40 60 3 60 90 4 90 120 Every 6 years / 60,000 miles / 90,000 km x x x x x x x x x x Replace fuel filter and drain out water, diesel (quality EN 590) Z 13 DT x x Check handbrake and adjust (wheel unloaded); inspect w
Service and Maintenance Service work ⊕ after years 1) miles (x1000) 1) km (x1000)1) 155 1 20 30 2 40 60 3 60 90 4 90 120 5 120 150 Inspect gaiters on steering, track rods, final drive x x x x x Check track rod ends and ball joints x x x x x Change brake and clutch fluid (Easytronic) Every 2 years Release wheel fixings and tighten to torque 110 Nm Lightly grease or oil wheel bolt cones when fitting x Check tyre condition.
156 Service and Maintenance Additional service work Additional work ⊕ Additional work is work which is not necessary on every service, but may be performed at the same time as a regular service. The time allowances for such work are not included in the scope of the regular service, and are invoiced separately. It is however more economic to perform this work as part of a scheduled service than as a separate task.
Service and Maintenance Engine oil Engine oil is characterised by its quality and viscosity. When selecting an engine oil to use, quality is more important than viscosity. Top up engine oil Oils from different manufacturers and makes can be mixed as long as the engine oil criteria (quality and viscosity) are observed.
158 Service and Maintenance The service interval display takes account of off-the-road periods during which the battery is disconnected. Flexible service interval 3 The length of the service intervals is based on several parameters stemming from usage. For this reason, various engine-specific data is continually gathered and is used to calculate the remaining distance until the next service.
Service and Maintenance 159 Vauxhall genuine parts and accessories We recommend that you use "Vauxhall genuine parts and accessories" and conversion parts released expressly for your vehicle type. These parts have undergone special tests to establish their reliability, safety and specific suitability for Vauxhall vehicles.
160 Service and Maintenance Engine oil For vehicles with engine oil level check 3, the engine oil level is checked automatically 3 70. We recommend checking the engine oil level before starting a long journey. Caution Important: It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the correct level of an appropriate quality oil in the engine. Check with the vehicle on a level surface. The engine must be at operating temperature and switched off for at least 5 minutes.
Service and Maintenance Top up to between the MIN and MAX marks 3 178. Fit the cap on straight and tighten it. We recommend that you use the same engine oil as was used the last time it was topped up. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. Caution If there is too much engine oil, the excess must be drained or suctioned out.
162 Service and Maintenance Diesel fuel filter Coolant On each engine oil change, have the fuel filter checked for any water residue by a workshop. The coolant provides anti-freeze protection down to approx. -28 °C. Caution Illumination of control indicator A in the instrument cluster indicates water in the diesel fuel filter.
Service and Maintenance Top up with anti-freeze. If no anti-freeze is available, fill with clean tap water or distilled water. Have the anti-freeze concentration checked. Have the cause of coolant loss rectified by a workshop. Caution Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage. Fit the cap on straight and tighten it. Coolant level In a closed cooling system, there is hardly any loss. If the cooling system is cold, the coolant level should be above the KALT/COLD mark. Top up if the level is low.
164 Service and Maintenance Brake fluid change Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs water. If the brakes become hot, such as when driving on long downhill stretches, vapour bubbles can occur in the water, which can have an extremely adverse effect on braking power (depending on the proportion of water). Therefore observe the specified change intervals. 9 Warning Brake fluid Brake fluid level 9 Warning Brake fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Service and Maintenance 165 Windscreen wiper replacement Windscreen washer system Battery Lift wiper arm. Move release lever and detach wiper blade. The washer bottle for the windscreen washer system is in engine compartment on the left-hand side. The vehicle battery is maintenance-free. Fill with clean water mixed with cleaner and anti-freeze. Make sure there is sufficient anti-freeze protection. When closing the reservoir, press the lid firmly over the beaded edge all the way round.
166 Service and Maintenance Laying up the vehicle for more than 4 weeks can lead to battery discharge. Disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Ensure the ignition is switched off before connecting or disconnecting the vehicle battery. Note The Vauxhall alarm system 3 siren must be deactivated as follows: switch the ignition on then off, disconnect the vehicle’s battery within 15 seconds.
Service and Maintenance z Park vehicle in dry and well ventilated place. With manual transmission select first gear or reverse gear, and with Easytronic 3 move selector lever to centre position before switching ignition off. Use wedges or the like to prevent vehicle from rolling. Putting the vehicle back into service z Do not apply handbrake. z Check tyre pressure 3 122, 3 176. z Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. z Top up windscreen washer system 3 165.
168 Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle data......................................... Engine data.......................................... Performance......................................... Fuel consumption, CO2 emissions ...... Weights, payload and roof load ........ Tyres ..................................................... Capacities ............................................ Dimensions ...........................................
Technical Data Information on identification plate: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Manufacturer Type approval number Vehicle identification number Gross vehicle weight rating Permissible gross train weight Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load Vehicle-specific or country-specific data The vehicle identification number is stamped on the identification plate and on the right side of the floor of the vehicle under a cover between the front door and the seat.
170 Technical Data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code 1.4 TWINPORT Z 14 XEP 1.8 Z 18 XE 1.3 CDTI Z 13 DT 4 4 4 Piston displacement [cm ] 1364 1796 1248 Engine power [kW] at rpm 66 5600 92 6000 51 4000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 125 4000 165 4600 170 1750 to 2500 Petrol Petrol Petrol 95 3) 98 3) 91 3)4) 95 3) 98 3) 91 3)4) – – – Cetane number (CN)2) – – 49 (D)5) Max. permissible engine speed, continuous operation (rpm) approx.
Technical Data Performance Z 14 XEP Z 18 XE Z 13 DT 112/180 111/178 127/204 – 104/167 – 1) Maximum speed [mph / km/h] Sports transmission Easytronic 1) The maximum speed is achievable with a maximum of half payload. Optional equipment may reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
172 Technical Data Fuel consumption, CO2 emissions Directive 80/1268/EEC (last amended by 2004/3/EC) has been applicable to the measurement of fuel consumption since 1996. The directive is oriented to actual driving practices: Urban driving is rated at approx. 1/3 and extra-urban driving at approx. 2/3 (urban and extra-urban consumption). The figures given must not be taken as a guarantee for the actual fuel consumption of a particular vehicle.
Technical Data Fuel consumption, CO2 emissions Sports transmission/Easytronic Fuel consumption urban [l/100 km] rural [l/100 km] total [l/100 km] CO2 [g/km] Z 14 XEP Z 18 XE Z 13 DT 8.1/ 8.0 5.0/ 4.9 6.1/ 6.0 146/144 10.4/– 5.8/– 7.5/– 179/– 5.8/– 3.9/– 4.
174 Technical Data Weights, payload and roof load The payload is the difference between the permitted gross vehicle weight (see identification plate 3 168) and the EC kerb weight. Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight, which means that the payload will also change slightly. Note weight ranges in the vehicle documents and on the rating plate. The combined total of front and rear axle loads must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight.
Technical Data Kerb weight1) Tigra retractable steel roof Engine Sport transmission Easytronic without air conditioning [kg] Z 14 XEP 1235 1235 Z 18 XE 1265 – Z 13 DT 1278 – Z 14 XEP 1260 1260 Z 18 XE 1290 – Z 13 DT 1303 – Z 14 XEP 1305 1305 Z 18 XE 1335 – Z 13 DT 1348 – with air conditioning [kg] with maximum equipment [kg] 1) According to EC Directive 70/156/EC, including assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full).
176 Technical Data Tyres Winter tyres 3 Wheels Restrictions Not all tyres available on the market currently meet the structural requirements. We recommend that you consult a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer concerning suitable tyre makes. Tyres of size 185/60 R 15, 205/50 R 16 and 205/45 R 17 must not be used as winter tyres. Wheel bolt tightening torque: 110 Nm. If you use winter tyres 3, the spare wheel may still be fitted with a summer tyre.
Technical Data Tyre pressure Tyre pressure for load with one person and light luggage Tyre pressure for full load Tyres Front [psi/bar] Rear [psi/bar] Front [psi/bar] Rear [psi/bar] Z 14 XEP, Z 18 XE, Z 13 DT 185/55 R 15 36/2.5 36/2.5 36/2.5 36/2.5 185/60 R 15, 205/50 R 16, 205/45 R 17 33/2.3 30/2.1 33/2.3 30/2.1 Spare wheel 3 185/55 R 15 36/2.
178 Technical Data Capacities Engine oil Engine Z 14 XEP Z 18 XE Z 13 DT Inc. Filter [litres] 3.5 4.25 3.2 Between MIN and MAX [litres] 1.0 1.0 1.
Technical Data Dimensions Tigra Length [mm] 3921 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1684 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 1905 Height [mm] 1376 Wheelbase [mm] 2491 Turning circle diameter [m] 11.
180 Index Index A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........... 120 Accessories................................. 53, 62, 130 Accessory socket ..................................... 63 Air conditioning system .......................... 96 Air intake.................................................. 99 Air recirculation system........................... 97 Air vents ................................................... 93 Airbags..................................................... 54 Alarm......................
Index Correcting time ........................................ 79 Courtesy lamp.......................................... 89 Courtesy lamps Bulb replacement............................... 149 Cruise control ......................................... 116 D Dashboard, see Instrument panel............ 6 Data.................................................. 20, 168 Date .......................................................... 76 Daytime running lamps........................... 86 Decommissioning ............
182 Index G Gears ................................................ 12, 105 Generator, see Alternator ....................... 69 Genuine parts and accessories ............ 159 Glove compartment ................................ 65 Graphical information display................ 74 Gross vehicle weight.............................. 174 H Halogen headlamp system .................. 144 Driving abroad..................................... 89 Handbrake .................................
Index N R Number plate lamps Bulb replacement............................... 148 Number plate lighting........................... 148 Number plates ....................................... 167 Radio ........................................................ 90 Radio equipment (CB)............................. 91 Rear lamp cluster .................................... 86 Bulb replacement .............................. 147 Rear window washer system ................ 150 Refuelling .............................
184 Index T Tachometer.............................................. 72 Tail lamps................................................. 86 Bulb replacement............................... 147 Technical data ....................................... 168 Telephone, see Mobile telephone .......... 91 Temperature regulation.......................... 94 Temporary spare wheel ................ 125, 132 The first 600 miles (1000 km)................ 106 Tightening torque.......................... 136, 176 Time ..........
