Opel Insignia 2009 User Manual
Contents
Back to overview
Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 19
Seats, restraints ........................... 39
Storage ........................................ 59
Instruments and controls ............. 72
Lighting ...................................... 101
Infotainment system ................... 111
Climate control ........................... 114
Driving and operating ................. 122
Vehicle care ............................... 150
Service and maintenance .......... 190
Technical data ........................... 202
Customer information ................ 251
Index .......................................... 252
2 Introduction
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Introduction
Introduction 3
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Vehicle specific data
Please enter your vehicle's data on
the previous page to keep it easily
accessible. This information is
available in the sections "Service and
maintenance" and "Technical data"
as well as on the identification plate.
Introduction
Your vehicle is a designed
combination of advanced technology,
safety, environmental friendliness
and economy.
This Owner's Manual provides you
with all the necessary information to
enable you to drive your vehicle
safely and efficiently.
Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of accident
and injury which may result from
improper use of the vehicle.
You must always comply with the
specific laws and regulations of the
country that you are in. These laws
may differ from the information in this
Owner's Manual.
When this Owner's Manual refers to
a workshop visit, we recommend your
Opel Service Partner.
All Opel Service Partners provide
first-class service at reasonable
prices. Experienced mechanics
trained by Opel work according to
specific Opel instructions.
The customer literature pack should
always be kept ready to hand in the
vehicle.
Using this manual
■ The "In brief" section will give you
an initial overview.
■ The table of contents at the
beginning of this manual and within
each chapter shows where the
information is located.
■ The index will enable you to search
for specific information.
■ This Owner's Manual depicts lefthand drive vehicles. Operation is
similar for right-hand drive vehicles.
■ The Owner's Manual uses the
factory engine designations. The
corresponding sales designations
can be found in the chapter
"Technical data".
■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
front or back, always relate to the
direction of travel.
■ The displays may not support your
language.
■ Depending on the model variant,
country variant, integrated special
equipment and accessories, the
scope of equipment in your vehicle
can differ from the items mentioned
in this Owner's Manual.
■ Display messages and interior
labelling are written in bold letters.
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Danger, Warnings and
Cautions
9 Danger
Text marked 9 Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregarding this information may
endanger life.
9 Warning
Text marked 9 Warning provides
information on risk of accident or
injury. Disregarding this
information may lead to injury.
Caution
Text marked Caution provides
information on possible damage to
the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
damage.
Symbols
Page references are indicated with
3. 3 means "see page".
We wish you many hours of
pleasurable driving.
Adam Opel GmbH
Introduction 5
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6 In brief
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In brief
Initial drive information
Vehicle unlocking
Press button c to unlock the doors
and load compartment. Open the
doors by pulling the handles. To open
the tailgate, pull the button under the
tailgate moulding.
Press button x; only the load
compartment is unlocked and opens.
Radio remote control 3 19, Central
locking system 3 21, Load
compartment 3 24.
Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.
Seat position 3 40, Seat adjustment
3 41.
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Seat backrests
Pull lever, adjust inclination and
release lever. Allow the seat to
engage audibly. Do not lean on
backrest when adjusting.
Seat position 3 40, Seat adjustment
3 41.
Seat height
Press switch
top = seat higher
bottom = seat lower
Seat position 3 40, Seat adjustment
3 41.
Seat inclination
Lever pumping motion
up = front end higher
down = front end lower
Seat position 3 40, Seat adjustment
3 41.
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Power seat adjustment
Operate switches.
positioning = move switch
forwards/backwards
height = move switch upwards/
downwards
inclination = move switch upwards/
downwards at front
backrest = turn switch forwards/
backwards
Head restraint adjustment
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.
Head restraints 3 39.
Seat belt
Pull out the seat belt and engage in
belt buckle. The seat belt must not be
twisted and must fit close against the
body. The backrest must not be tilted
back too far (maximum approx. 25 °).
To release belt, press red button on
belt buckle.
Seat position 3 40, Seat belts
3 46, Airbag system 3 49.
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Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror
Adjust the lever on the underside to
reduce dazzle.
Interior mirror 3 33, Automatic antidazzle interior mirror 3 33.
Exterior mirrors
Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust.
Convex exterior mirrors 3 31,
Electric adjustment 3 31, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 31, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 32.
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is
fully locked. Do not adjust steering
wheel unless vehicle is stationary and
steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 49, Ignition
positions 3 123.
10 In brief
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Instrument panel overview
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1 Light switch ........................ 101
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 104
Front fog lights ................... 106
Rear fog light ...................... 106
Instrument illumination ....... 107
2 Side air vents ...................... 120
3 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low beam and high beam ...105
Exit lighting ......................... 109
Parking lights ...................... 106
Driver Information Center ...... 88
4 Cruise control ..................... 137
5 Instruments .......................... 79
6 Horn ..................................... 73
Driver airbag ........................ 49
7 Driver Information Center ...... 88
8 Remote control for
Infotainment system ............. 72
9 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer
system, headlight washer
system, rear wiper ................ 73
10 Centre air vents .................. 120
11 Infotainment system ........... 111
12 Info-Display .......................... 89
13 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 28
14 Central locking system .......... 21
Hazard warning flashers ....105
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation .......................... 84
Control indicator for front
passenger seat belt .............. 83
15 Sport mode ........................ 135
Tour mode .......................... 135
Traction Control system .....134
Electronic stability control ..134
Universal parking assist .....138
Advanced parking aid ........138
Lane departure warning .....142
16 Front passenger airbag ........ 49
17 Glovebox .............................. 59
18 Climate control system ........ 114
19 Selector lever, manual
transmission ....................... 130
Automatic transmission ...... 126
20 Ashtray ................................. 78
21 Accelerator pedal ............... 122
22 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............ 123
23 Brake pedal ........................ 131
24 Clutch pedal ....................... 122
25 Steering wheel adjustment ... 72
26 Storage compartment,
fuse box ............................. 169
27 Bonnet release lever .......... 151
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Exterior lighting
Turn light switch
Auto = Automatic light control:
Headlights are switched on
and off automatically.
= activation or deactivation of
7
8
9
Press
>
r
Lighting 3 101.
the automatic light control
= sidelights
= headlights
= front fog lights
= rear fog light
Headlight flash, high beam and low beam
headlight flash = pull lever
high beam = push lever
low beam = push or pull lever
Automatic light control 3 102, High
beam 3 104, Headlight flash 3 104.
Turn and lane-change signals
right = lever up
left = lever down
Turn and lane-change signals
3 105, Parking lights 3 106.
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Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button.
Hazard warning flashers 3 105.
Horn
Press j.
Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper
2 = fast
1 = slow
P
= timed interval wiping or
automatic wiping with rain
sensor
= off
§
For a single swipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 73, Wiper
blade replacement 3 155.
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Windscreen and headlight washer systems
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 73, Washer fluid 3 154.
Rear window wiper and washer systems
Push the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
top = continuous operation
bottom = intermittent operation
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper swipes for
a few strokes.
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Climate control
Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 35.
Demisting and defrosting the windows
Press button V.
Set temperature control to warmest
level.
Cooling n on.
Heated rear window Ü on.
Climate control system 3 114.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, pull up the
button on the selector lever and
engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever in neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 130.
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Automatic transmission
P = park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
= higher gear
<
= lower gear
]
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 126.
Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition
3 173, 3 218.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 152.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats,
and seat belts 3 31, 3 40,
3 47.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position 1
■ move the steering wheel slightly to
release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ automatic transmission in P or N
■ do not accelerate
■ diesel engines: turn the key to
position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
■ turn key to 3 and release
Starting the engine 3 123.
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Parking
■ Always apply parking brake.
Manual parking brake without
pressing release button. Apply as
firmly as possible on a downhill
slope or uphill slope. Operate foot
brake at the same time to reduce
operating force.
For vehicles with electrical parking
brake pull switch m.
■ Switch off the engine and ignition.
Turn the ignition key to 0 and
remove. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is felt
to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only be
removed when the selector lever is
in the P position.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear or set
the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
engage reverse gear or set the
selector lever to P before switching
off the ignition. Turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.
■
Lock the vehicle with button e on
the radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm system
3 28.
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
■ Close windows and sunroof.
■ The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been switched
off 3 151.
■ After running at high engine speeds
or with high engine loads, operate
the engine briefly at a low load or
run in neutral for approx. 30
seconds, before switching off in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 19, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 150.
Keys, doors and windows 19
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Keys, doors and windows
Keys, locks ................................... 19
Doors ........................................... 24
Vehicle security ............................ 28
Exterior mirrors ............................ 31
Interior mirrors ............................. 33
Windows ...................................... 33
Roof ............................................. 36
Keys, locks
Keys
Replacement keys
The key number is specified in the
Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 187.
Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car Pass
The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to
a workshop, this vehicle data is
needed in order to perform certain
operations.
Radio remote control
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Used to operate:
■ Central locking system
■ Anti-theft locking system
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Load compartment
■ Power windows
■ Sunroof
■ Foldable power mirrors
The radio remote control has a range
of approx. 5 metres (16 ft). This range
can be affected by outside influences.
The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded
■ Battery voltage too low
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in
range, which will require resynchronisation
■ Overload of the central locking
system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time
■ Interference from higher-power
radio waves from other sources
Unlocking 3 21.
Basic settings
Some settings can be changed in the
menu Settings in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 97.
Radio remote control battery replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Radio remote control synchronisation
After replacing the battery, unlock the
door with the key in the driver's door
lock. The radio remote control will be
synchronised when you switch on the
ignition.
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Memorised settings
By removing the key from the ignition
switch the settings are automatically
saved for the key being used:
■ Electronic climate control
■ Lighting
■ Infotainment system
■ Power seats
■ Power mirrors
■ Central locking system
The saved settings are automatically
used when the key is inserted into the
ignition switch.
Vehicle personalisation 3 97.
Central locking system
Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the entire vehicle and opens
the door.
Note
In the event of an accident of
a certain severity, the vehicle
unlocks automatically.
Unlocking
Press button c.
Two settings are possible: To unlock
only the driver's door, press button c
once, and to unlock all doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap, press
button c twice.
Settings can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 97.
The settings can be saved for the key
being used, Memorised settings
3 21.
Locking
Close doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap.
Press button e.
If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the central locking system
will not work. Activation or
deactivation of this function can be
changed in the menu Settings in the
Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
3 97.
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Unlocking the tailgate
Press button x when the ignition is
off until tailgate is opened. The
tailgate will unlock and open, whilst all
other doors remain locked.
Power tailgate 3 24
Central locking buttons
Locks or unlocks all doors, the load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
Press the e button to lock.
Press the c button to unlock.
When the key is in the ignition switch,
locking is only possible if all doors are
closed.
Fault in radio remote control system
Unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. Switch on
the ignition and press the central
locking button c to open all doors,
load compartment and fuel filler flap.
To deactivate the anti-theft locking
system, switch on the ignition.
Locking
Manually lock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock.
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Fault in central locking system
Unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. The other
doors can be opened by pulling the
interior handle twice. The load
compartment and fuel filler flap
cannot be opened. To deactivate the
anti-theft locking system, switch on
the ignition 3 28.
Locking
Push inside locking knob of all doors
except driver's door. Then close the
driver's door and lock it from the
outside with the key. The fuel filler flap
and tailgate cannot be locked.
Automatic locking
Automatic locking after driving off
This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock all
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap as soon as the vehicle is
driven.
Settings can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 97.
The settings can be saved for the key
being used 3 21.
Automatic locking when leaving the vehicle
This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock all
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap a short time after the doors
are closed when leaving the vehicle.
Settings can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 97.
The settings can be saved for the key
being used 3 21.
Child locks
9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats.
Using a key or suitable screwdriver,
turn the child lock in the rear door to
the horizontal position. Door cannot
be opened from the inside. For
deactivation turn the child lock to the
vertical position.
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Doors
Load compartment
Tailgate
Opening
Pull the button under the tailgate
moulding.
With radio remote control press
button x until the tailgate is
opened.
Central locking system 3 21.
Closing
Use the interior handle.
Do not pull the button under the
moulding whilst closing as this will
unlock tailgate again.
Central locking system 3 21.
Power tailgate
9 Warning
Take care when operating the
power tailgate. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the
movable tailgate when operating.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped during operating and no
one is standing within the moving
area.
The power tailgate is operated by:
■ Radio remote control
■ Switch in the door panel of the
driver's door
■ Touchpad switch and button in the
tailgate.
It can only be operated when vehicle
is stationary with applied parking
brake and automatic transmission in
P.
The taillights flash and a chime
sounds when power tailgate is
operating.
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Note
Operating the power tailgate does
not operate the central locking
system. Therefore always unlock the
vehicle before opening the tailgate
and lock after closing.
Central locking system 3 21.
Operation with radio remote control
Press and hold button x until
tailgate starts to open or close.
Operation with the switch in the driver's door
Press and hold button G until
tailgate starts to open or close.
Operation with switches in the tailgate
To open the tailgate, push and hold
the touchpad switch under the
tailgate moulding until tailgate starts
to move.
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To close, press and hold the button
G in the open tailgate until it starts
to move.
Stop or change direction of movement
Pressing button x or G or
touchpad switch whilst moving, the
tailgate will stop in the current
position. Pressing button x or G
again will reverse the direction of
movement.
Operation modes
The power tailgate has three modes
of operation, which are controlled by
the switch in the driver's door. To
change the mode turn the switch:
■ Normal mode о: power tailgate
opens to full height
■ Intermediate mode ☯: power
tailgate opens to a reduced height
that can be adjusted
■ Mode Off: tailgate can be operated
manually.
Adjust reduced opening height in intermediate mode
1. Turn operation mode switch to о
or ☯
2. Open power tailgate with any
operation switch
3. Stop movement at the desired
height by pressing any operation
switch. If required, manually move
the stopped liftgate to the desired
position
4. Press and hold the button on the
inside of the open tailgate for
3 seconds.
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The turn signals will flash and a chime
will sound to indicate the new
programmed setting.
When turning the adjuster wheel in
the driver's door to intermediate mode
☯, the power tailgate will stop opening
at the newly set position.
There is a minimum open angle that
the system will hold the tailgate open.
The opening height cannot be
programmed below that angle.
Safety function
If the power tailgate encounters an
obstacle during opening or closing,
the direction of movement will
automatically be reversed to open or
close slightly. Multiple obstacles in
one power cycle will deactivate the
function. In this case close or open
the tailgate manually.
Power tailgate has pinch sensors on
the side edges. If the sensors detect
obstacles between tailgate and
chassis, the tailgate will open, until it
is activated again or closed manually.
Safety function is indicated as
a message in the Driver Information
Center and by warning chimes.
Remove all obstacles for resuming
normal power operation.
If the vehicle is equipped with
a factory-fitted towing equipment, the
operation of the power tailgate is
automatically deactivated, when
towing a trailer.
General hints for operating tailgate
9 Warning
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which can not be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
Caution
Before opening the tailgate check
overhead obstructions, such as
a garage door, to avoid damage of
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the
tailgate.
Note
Power tailgate: if the support struts
of the open tailgate loose pressure,
the taillights will flash and a chime
will sound. The tailgate will remain
open for a while and then close
slowly. Seek the assistance of
a workshop.
Note
The operation of the power tailgate
is disabled under low battery
condition. In this case the tailgate
can be operated manually.
Note
Having the power tailgate disabled
and all doors unlocked, the tailgate
can be manually operated. In this
case the manual efforts will be
higher than a non power tailgate.
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Note
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.
Vehicle security
Anti-theft locking system
9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are
people in the vehicle! The doors
cannot be unlocked from the
inside.
The system deadlocks all the doors.
All doors must be closed or the
system cannot be activated.
If the ignition was on, the driver's door
must be opened and closed once so
that the vehicle can be secured.
Unlocking the vehicle disables the
mechanical anti-theft locking system.
This is not possible with the central
locking button.
Activating
Press e on the radio remote control
twice within 15 seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system is
combined with the anti-theft locking
system.
It monitors:
■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet
■ Passenger compartment including
adjoining load compartment
■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised
■ Ignition
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Activation
■ Self-activated 30 seconds after
locking the vehicle (initialisation of
the system)
■
Directly by pressing e on the radio
remote control once more after
locking
■ 30 seconds after locking if the
function "automatic locking when
leaving the vehicle" is activated
Note
Changes to the vehicle interior such
as the use of seat covers, and open
windows or sunroof, could impair the
function of passenger compartment
monitoring.
Activation without monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle inclination
Switch off the monitoring of
passenger compartment and vehicle
inclination when people or animals
are being left in the vehicle, because
of high volume ultrasonic signals,
movements triggering the alarm and
when the vehicle is on a ferry or train.
1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows
and sunroof.
2. Press button o. LED in the
button o illuminates for
maximum 10 minutes.
3. Close doors.
4. Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
Status message is displayed in the
Driver Information Center.
Status LED
Status LED is integrated in the sensor
on top of the instrument panel.
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Status during the first 30 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:
LED
illuminates
LED flashes
quickly
Status after system is armed:
LED flashes
slowly
LED flashes
quickly
3 times after
unlocking
Seek the assistance of a workshop in
the event of faults.
= test, arming delay.
= doors, tailgate or
bonnet not
completely closed,
or system fault.
= system is armed.
= system is disarmed.
Deactivation
Unlocking the vehicle deactivates
anti-theft alarm system.
Alarm
When triggered, the alarm sounds via
a separate battery-backed power
sounder, and the hazard warning
lights flash simultaneously. The
number and duration of alarm signals
are stipulated by legislation.
The alarm can be silenced by
pressing any button of the radio
remote control or by switching on the
ignition.
The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated only by pressing button
c or by switching on the ignition.
Immobiliser
The system is integrated into the
ignition switch and checks whether
the vehicle is allowed to start with the
key being used. If the transponder in
the key is recognized, the engine can
be started.
The electronic immobiliser activates
itself automatically after the key has
been removed from the ignition
switch.
If the control indicator d flashes when
the ignition is on, there is a fault in the
system; the engine cannot be started.
Switch off the ignition and then repeat
the start attempt.
If the control indicator continues
flashing, attempt to start the engine
using the spare key and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Note
The immobiliser does not lock the
doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on
the anti-theft alarm system 3 21,
3 28.
Control indicator d 3 87.
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