Opel Vivaro 2013.5 Owner Manual
OPEL VIVARO
Owner's Manual
Contents
Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 20
Seats, restraints ........................... 34
Storage ........................................ 55
Instruments and controls ............. 60
Lighting ........................................ 79
Climate control ............................. 84
Driving and operating ................... 93
Vehicle care ............................... 114
Service and maintenance .......... 145
Technical data ........................... 149
Customer information ................ 161
Index .......................................... 164
2 Introduction
Introduction
Introduction 3
Vehicle specific data
Please enter your vehicle's data on
the previous page to keep it easily
accessible. This information is
available under 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
■ This manual describes all options
and features available for this
model. Certain descriptions,
including those for display and
menu functions, may not apply to
your vehicle due to model variant,
country specifications, special
equipment or accessories.
■ The "In brief" section will give you
an initial overview.
■ The table of contents at the
beginning of this manual and within
each section 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 section
"Technical data".
■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
front or back, always relate to the
direction of travel.
■ The vehicle display screens may
not support your specific language.
■ Display messages and interior
labelling are written in bold letters.
Danger, Warnings and
Cautions
9 Danger
Text marked 9 Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregarding this information may
endanger life.
4 Introduction
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 AG
Introduction 5
6 In brief
In brief
Initial drive information
Vehicle unlocking
Unlocking with key
Turn the key in the driver's door lock.
Open the doors by pulling the
handles.
Unlocking with remote control
Press button c (or press and hold) to
unlock vehicle.
Radio remote control 3 20, Central
locking system 3 22, Load
compartment 3 27.
In brief 7
Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.
Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment
3 36.
9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
Seat backrests
Pull lever, adjust inclination and
release lever. Allow the seat to
engage. Do not lean on backrest
when adjusting.
Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment
3 36.
Seat height
Lift lever and adjust body weight on
seat to raise or lower it.
Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment
3 36.
8 In brief
Head restraint adjustment
Raise or lower head restraint to the
desired height.
Head restraints 3 34.
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 35, Seat belts
3 41, Airbag system 3 44.
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on
the underside of the mirror housing.
Interior mirror 3 31.
In brief 9
Exterior mirrors
Manual adjustment
Swivel mirror in required direction.
Exterior mirrors 3 30.
Electric adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust it.
Convex exterior mirrors 3 30,
Electric adjustment 3 30, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 30, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 31.
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock the lever, adjust the steering
wheel, then engage the lever and
ensure it is fully locked.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
unless vehicle is stationary and the
steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 44, Ignition
positions 3 94.
10 In brief
Instrument panel overview
In brief 11
1 Ashtray .................................. 65
Cupholders ........................... 56
Fuse box ............................. 128
2 Fixed air vents ....................... 91
3 Side air vents ........................ 90
4 Light switch .......................... 79
Rear fog light ......................... 82
Front fog lights ..................... 81
Exit lighting ............................ 83
Turn and lane-change
signals ................................... 81
Sidelights .............................. 79
Headlight flash, low beam
and high beam ...................... 80
5 Instruments .......................... 65
Driver Information Centre ..... 74
Transmission display ............ 68
6 Horn ...................................... 61
Driver airbag ......................... 44
7 Steering column controls ...... 61
8 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer system ..61
Rear window wiper, rear
window washer system ........ 62
Trip computer ....................... 76
9 Centre air vents ..................... 90
10 Triple-Info-Display ................. 74
11 Tachograph ........................... 90
12 Front passenger airbag ......... 44
13 Storage tray ......................... 55
14 Coin tray ............................... 55
15 Storage tray ......................... 55
16 Glovebox .............................. 55
17 Utility hook ........................... 10
18 Climate control system .......... 84
19 Hazard warning flashers ....... 81
20 Central locking system .......... 22
Heated exterior mirrors ......... 31
Heated rear window .............. 33
Manual transmission
automated,
Winter and Laden modes ...... 99
Cruise control and speed
limiter ................................. 104
21 Gear lever, Manual
transmission .......................... 96
Manual transmission
automated ............................. 97
22 Power outlet .......................... 64
Cigarette lighter ..................... 64
23 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............... 94
24 Steering wheel adjustment ...60
25 Remote control on
steering wheel ...................... 60
Cruise control ..................... 104
26 Ultrasonic parking assist .... 107
Headlight range
adjustment ........................... 80
Electronic Stability
Program ............................. 103
Traction Control system ...... 102
12 In brief
27 Auxiliary heater ..................... 87
28 Bonnet release lever ........... 115
In brief 13
14 In brief
Exterior lighting
Turn light switch
= Off
7
= Sidelights
0
= Headlights
9P
= Front fog lights
>
= Front and rear fog lights
>r
Lighting 3 79, Automatic light
control 3 79, Headlight warning
device 3 75.
Front and rear fog lights
Turn light switch
= Front fog lights
>
= Front and rear fog lights
>r
Headlight flash, high beam and low beam
Pull lever.
High beam 3 80, Headlight flash
3 80.
In brief 15
Turn and lane-change signals
lever up = right turn signal
lever down = left turn signal
Turn and lane-change signals
3 81.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button.
Hazard warning flashers 3 81.
Horn
Press j.
16 In brief
Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper
K
= timed interval wiping
1 = slow
2 = fast
Windscreen wiper 3 61, Wiper
blade replacement 3 122.
Windscreen and headlight washer systems
Pull lever.
short
pull
long
pull
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 61, Wiper blade
replacement 3 122, Washer fluid
3 119.
= wiper swipes once
= wiper swipes for a few
strokes and washer fluid is
sprayed onto the
windscreen
Rear window wiper and washer system
Turn lever.
0 = off
e
= wiper
f
= washer
Rear window wiper and washer
system 3 62, Wiper blade
replacement 3 122, Washer fluid
3 119.
In brief 17
Climate control
Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 31,
Heated rear window 3 33.
Demisting and defrosting the windows
Air distribution to V.
Set temperature control to warmest
level.
Set fan speed to highest level.
Cooling AC on.
Heated rear window Ü on.
Climate control system 3 84.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal and then pull up the
collar on the selector lever and
engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 96.
18 In brief
Manual transmission automated
N = neutral
= drive
o
+ = higher gear
- = lower gear
A/M = switch between automatic
and manual mode
R = reverse gear
Manual transmission automated
3 97.
Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 131,
3 160.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 116.
■ 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 30, 3 35,
3 42.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position A
■ move the steering wheel slightly to
release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ do not operate accelerator pedal
■ diesel engines: turn the key to
position M for preheating and wait
until control indicator !
extinguishes in the Driver
Information Centre.
■ turn key to position D and release.
Starting the engine 3 94.
In brief 19
Parking
■ Always apply parking brake without
pushing the release button. Apply
as firmly as possible on a downhill
or uphill slope. Depress foot brake
at the same time to reduce
operating force.
■ Switch off the engine. Turn the
ignition key to position St and
remove it. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is felt
to engage.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear
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 before
switching off the ignition. Turn the
front wheels towards the kerb.
■ Lock the vehicle and activate the
anti-theft alarm system 3 28 with
button e on the remote control.
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
■ Close the windows.
■ The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been switched
off 3 115.
■ 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 20.
Laying the vehicle up for a long period
of time 3 114.
20 Keys, doors and windows
Keys, doors and windows
Keys, locks ................................... 20
Doors ........................................... 26
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Exterior mirrors ............................ 30
Interior mirrors ............................. 31
Windows ...................................... 31
Keys, locks
Keys
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on the
key 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 3 142.
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
Used to operate:
■ Central locking system
■ Anti-theft locking system
■ Anti-theft alarm system
Depending on model, the vehicle may
use a 2 button or 3 button remote
control.
The remote control has a range of
approx. 5 metres. It can be restricted
by external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Keys, doors and windows 21
Handle with care, protect it from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the remote control,
it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded
■ Battery voltage too low
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
remote control while not in range,
which will require reprogramming
by a workshop
■ Interference from higher-power
radio waves from other sources
Unlocking 3 22.
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.
2-button remote control
Open battery compartment by
inserting a coin into the slot and
twisting.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR 2016), paying attention to the
installation position.
Reattach both halves of the cover,
ensuring they engage correctly.
3-button remote control
Remove screw and open battery
compartment by inserting a coin into
the slot and twisting.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR 2016), paying attention to the
installation position.
Reattach both halves of the cover,
ensuring they engage correctly.
22 Keys, doors and windows
Replace screw and tighten.
Central locking system
Unlocks and locks the front doors,
sliding side doors, load compartment
and fuel filler flap.
With the 3-button remote control, the
front doors and sliding side doors/
load compartment can be unlocked
and locked separately.
For safety reasons, the vehicle
cannot be locked if the key is in the
ignition switch.
Unlocking the vehicle
Unlocking with key
Turn key in driver's door lock towards
the front of the vehicle.
Unlocking with 2-button remote control
Depending on vehicle configuration:
■
Press button c: All doors and the
load compartment are unlocked.
■
Press button c once to unlock the
front doors, and press c twice to
unlock all doors and the load
compartment.
Unlocking with 3-button remote control
Depending on vehicle configuration:
■
Press button c: Front doors are
unlocked. Press and hold button c:
All doors and the load compartment
are unlocked.
Keys, doors and windows 23
■
Press button c: Front doors and
sliding side doors are unlocked.
Press and hold button c: All doors
and the load compartment are
unlocked.
■
Press button c: Driver's door only is
unlocked. Press and hold c: All
doors and the load compartment
are unlocked.
If no door is opened within approx.
30 seconds after the vehicle has been
unlocked, the vehicle is re-locked
automatically.
Locking the vehicle
Close doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap. If the doors are not
closed properly, the central locking
system will not work.
Locking with key
Turn key in driver's door lock towards
the rear of the vehicle.
Locking with 2-button remote control
Depending on vehicle configuration:
■
Press button e briefly: All doors and
the load compartment are locked.
■
Press button e once to lock the front
doors, and press e twice to lock all
doors and the load compartment.
Locking with 3-button remote control
Press button e briefly: All doors and
the load compartment are locked.
Note
Where fitted, alarm monitoring of the
passenger compartment 3 28 is
switched off by pressing and holding
button e (which is confirmed by an
audible signal).
If this was done unintentionally,
unlock the doors again and press
button e briefly to lock the vehicle.
24 Keys, doors and windows
Load compartment
Locking and unlocking load compartment with 2-button remote control
Depending on vehicle configuration:
■
Press button e or c once: Load
compartment is locked or unlocked.
■
Press button e or c twice: Load
compartment is locked or unlocked.
Locking and unlocking load compartment with 3-button remote control
Depending on vehicle configuration:
■ Press button G: Load
compartment is locked or unlocked.
■ Press button G: Load
compartment and sliding side doors
are locked or unlocked.
Central locking switch
Locks or unlocks the doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap from
the passenger compartment.
Press switch:
= lock
e
= unlock
y
Slam door locks
Certain models feature load
compartment locks which are isolated
for added security.
With slam door locks, while the doors
can be locked and unlocked using the
remote control, the load compartment
must be manually opened by turning
the key in the lock.
Keys, doors and windows 25
Automatic locking
Automatic locking after driving off
This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock the
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap as soon as the vehicle is
driven.
Activation
With the ignition switched on, press
and hold e on the central locking
switch for approx. 5 seconds. An
audible signal confirms activation.
Deactivation
With the ignition switched on, press
and hold y on the central locking
switch for approx. 5 seconds. An
audible signal confirms deactivation.
Child locks
9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats.
The child safety lock for the sliding
door is located on its rearward facing
edge.
Using a key or suitable screwdriver,
turn the child lock in the rear door to
the horizontal position. The door
cannot be opened from the inside. For
deactivation, turn the child lock to the
vertical position.
26 Keys, doors and windows
Doors
Sliding door
Ensure the side door is fully closed
and secure before driving the vehicle.
The door can be locked from inside
the vehicle with the interior lock
switch.
Rear doors
To open the left hand rear door pull
the outside handle. The door is
opened from inside the vehicle by
pulling the interior handle.
The right hand rear door is released
using the lever.
9 Warning
The rear lights may be obscured if
the rear doors are open and the
vehicle is parked on the roadside.
Make other road users aware of
the vehicle, by using a warning
triangle or other equipment
specified in the road traffic
regulations.
The doors are retained in the 90º
position by locking stays. To open the
doors to 180º or further, pull the door
release handles and swing open to
the desired position.
9 Warning
Ensure extended opening doors
are secured when fully opened.
Opened doors may slam closed
due to the force of the wind!
Always close the right hand door
before the left hand door.
Keys, doors and windows 27
Load compartment
Tailgate
Opening
After unlocking with the remote
control, press tailgate button and lift
tailgate to the fully open position.
The tailgate can be also opened from
inside the vehicle by pushing down
the tailgate interior release.
Note
In very cold climates, the opening
assistance provided by the tailgate
hydraulic struts may be reduced.
Central locking system 3 22.
Closing
Close tailgate using the interior strap.
Ensure tailgate is fully closed.
Central locking system 3 22.
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, could enter the vehicle.
Caution
Ensure there is adequate
clearance both above (at least
2.15 m) and behind when opening
tailgate.
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 doors and
the tailgate.
All doors and the tailgate must be
closed or the system cannot be
activated.
Note
The anti-theft locking system cannot
be activated when the hazard
warning lights or sidelights are
switched on.
Activation and deactivation are not
possible with the central locking
switch.
28 Keys, doors and windows
Activation
Press button e twice.
- or Turn key in driver's door lock towards
rear of vehicle twice.
Deactivation
Unlock the doors with the key or
button c on the remote control.
Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system is
operated in conjunction with the
central locking system.
It monitors:
■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet
■ Passenger compartment,
■ Load compartment,
■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised
■ Ignition
■ Interruption of alarm siren power
supply.
Activation
All doors and the bonnet must be
closed.
Press button e to activate anti-theft
alarm system. Hazard warning lights
flash twice to confirm activation.
If the hazard warning lights do not
flash upon activation, a door or the
bonnet is not fully closed.
Deactivation
Unlocking the vehicle or switching on
the ignition deactivates the anti-theft
alarm system. Hazard warning lights
flash once to confirm deactivation.
Note
If the alarm has been triggered,
unlocking the vehicle with the key
will not stop the alarm siren. To stop
the siren, switch on the ignition. The
hazard warning lights will not flash
upon deactivation if the alarm has
been triggered.
Activation without monitoring of passenger compartment
Disable monitoring of the passenger
compartment e.g. when animals are
being left in the vehicle, or if the
auxiliary heater 3 87 has been set
for a timed or remote controlled start.
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