Opel Zafira 2009.5 Owner Manual
Contents
Introduction..................................... 2
In brief............................................. 6
Keys, doors and windows............. 27
Seats, restraints............................ 45
Storage......................................... 69
Instruments and controls.............. 79
Lighting....................................... 111
Infotainment system................... 119
Climate control............................ 122
Driving and operating................. 131
Vehicle care................................ 158
Service and maintenance........... 198
Technical data............................ 215
Customer information................. 233
Index........................................... 234
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 glovebox.
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.
■ Yellow arrows in the illustrations
serve as points of reference or
indicate some action to be
performed.
■ Black arrows in the illustrations
indicate a reaction or a second
action to be performed.
■ 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.
■ Depending on the model variant,
country variant, integrated special
equipment and accessories, the
scope of equipment of your vehicle
can differ from the descriptions in
these Owner’s Manual.
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 H.
H means "see page".
We wish you many hours of
pleasurable driving
Adam Opel GmbH
Introduction 5
6 In brief
In brief
Initial drive information
Vehicle unlocking
Radio remote control
Press button q to unlock and open
door. To open the tailgate, press the
button under the moulding.
Radio remote control 3 28, Central
locking system 3 32, Load
compartment 3 35.
Electronic key
Pull the door handle to unlock the
vehicle and to open the door. To open
the tailgate, press the button under
the moulding.
Open&Start system 3 29.
In brief 7
Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.
Seat adjustment 3 47, Seat position
3 47.
Seat backrests
Turn handwheel. Do not lean on seat
when adjusting.
Seat adjustment 3 47, Seat position
3 47, Folding front passenger seat
backrest 3 49.
Seat height
Lever pumping motion
up = higher
down = lower
Seat adjustment 3 47, Seat position
3 47.
8 In brief
Seat inclination
Pull lever, adjust inclination by
shifting body weight. Release lever
and audibly engage seat in position.
Seat adjustment 3 47, Seat position
3 47.
Head restraint adjustment
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.
Head restraints 3 45.
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 belts 3 55, Airbag system
3 59, Seat position 3 47.
In brief 9
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror adjustment
Swivel the lever on the underside to
reduce dazzle.
Interior mirror 3 40, Automatic antidazzle interior mirror 3 41.
Exterior mirrors adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust.
Electric adjustment 3 39, Convex
exterior mirrors 3 39, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 39, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 40.
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 59, Ignition
positions 3 132
10 In brief
Instrument panel overview
In brief 11
1 Light switch ...................... 3 111
Instrument illumination .... 3 116
Rear fog light.................... 3 115
Front fog lights ................. 3 114
Headlight range
adjustment ....................... 3 112
2 Side air vents.................... 3 128
3 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low beam and high
beam ............................... 3 114
Exit lighting....................... 3 117
Parking lights.................... 3 115
Cruise control .................... 3 96
4 Remote control on
steering wheel ................... 3 79
5 Horn.................................... 3 80
Driver airbag....................... 3 60
6 Instruments ........................ 3 85
7 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer
system, headlight washer
system ............................... 3 80
8 Centre air vents................ 3 128
9 Left heated seat.................. 3 50
Deflation detection
system.............................. 3 182
Tyre pressure monitoring
system.............................. 3 182
Ultrasonic parking
sensors .............................. 3 92
Hazard warning flashers... 3 114
Central locking system....... 3 32
Sport mode......................... 3 92
Right heated seat............... 3 50
Fuel selector ...................... 3 87
10 Info-Display........................ 3 96
Trip computer................... 3 105
Electronic climate control
system.............................. 3 125
11 Front passenger airbag...... 3 60
12 Glovebox ........................... 3 69
13 Infotainment system......... 3 119
14 Climate control system..... 3 122
15 Selector lever, manual
transmission .................... 3 140
Manual transmission
automated........................ 3 140
Automatic transmission.... 3 135
16 Ashtray............................... 3 84
17 Start/Stop button ............... 3 29
18 Accelerator pedal............. 3 131
19 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock........... 3 132
Sensor panel for
emergency operation of
Open&Start system............ 3 29
20 Brake pedal...................... 3 144
21 Clutch pedal..................... 3 131
22 Steering wheel
adjustment.......................... 3 79
23 Bonnet release lever........ 3 159
12 In brief
In brief 13
Exterior lighting
Turn light switch
7
8
9
AUTO = Automatic light control
Press
>
r
Lighting 3 111, Headlight warning
device 3 103.
= Off
= Side lights
= 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
High beam 3 112, Headlight flash
3 112.
Turn and lane-change signals
To the right = Lever up
To the left = Lever down
Turn and lane-change signals
3 114.
14 In brief
Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button.
Hazard warning flashers 3 114.
Horn
Press j.
Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper
= fast
&
= slow
%
= timed interval wipe or
$
automatic wiping with rain
sensor
= off
§
For a single swipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 80, Wiper
blade replacement 3 163.
In brief 15
Windscreen and headlight washer systems
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 80, Washer fluid 3 162.
Rear window wiper and washer systems
Wipers on = push lever
Wipers off = push lever again
Wash = push lever and hold
Rear window wipers and washer
system 3 82, Wiper blade
replacement 3 163, Washer fluid
3 162.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 43.
16 In brief
Demisting and defrosting the windows
Air distribution to l.
Set temperature control to warmest
level.
Set fan speed to highest level or to
A.
Cooling n on.
Press button V.
Climate control system 3 122.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal and then 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 3 140.
Manual transmission automated
N = neutral
= drive
o
+ = higher gear
- = lower gear
A = switch between Automatic and
Manual mode
R = reverse gear (with selector
lever lock)
Manual transmission automated
3 140.
In brief 17
Automatic transmission
P = park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = drive
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(Selector lever lock). To engage P or
R, push button on selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 135.
Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition
3 181, 3 228.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 160.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts
and mirrors 3 47, 3 56, 3 39.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
Starting engine with ignition switch
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; for diesel
engines, turn the key to position 2 for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! goes out; turn key to
3 and release key when engine is
running.
18 In brief
Starting engine with Start/Stop button
The electronic key must be in the
vehicle interior. Operate clutch and
brake, automatic transmission in P or
N, do not accelerate, for diesel
engine, press the button briefly to
start preheating, move the steering
wheel slightly to release the steering
wheel lock, wait until control
indicator ! goes out and then press
button for 1 second and release when
the engine is running.
Open&Start system 3 29.
Parking
■ Always apply parking brake without
pressing release button. Apply as
firmly as possible on a downhill
slope or uphill slope. Operate foot
brake at same time to reduce
operating force.
■ Switch off the engine and ignition.
Turn the ignition key to 0 and
remove or, with the vehicle
stationary, press the Start/Stop
button and open the driver's door.
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 P is not engaged
or the parking brake is not applied,
"P" flashes for a few seconds in the
transmission display.
■ 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 p on
the radio remote control or with the
sensor in a front door handle.
To activate the anti-theft locking
system and the anti-theft alarm
system, press button p twice or
touch the sensor in a front door
handle twice.
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
■ On vehicles with manual
transmission automated, control
indicator R flashes for a few
seconds after the ignition is
switched off if the parking brake has
not been applied 3 103.
■ Close windows.
■ The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been switched
off 3 159.
■ 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, locking 3 27, Laying the
vehicle up for a long period of time
3 158.
In brief 19
20 In brief
Notable features
Seats in second row
9 Warning
When the row of seats or the
backrests are being adjusted,
keep hands away from the hinge
area.
Moving seats
Push the release lever forward and
slide the seat row. Release the lever
and audibly engage the seats.
Adjust backrests of outboard seats
Push the release lever down, adjust
inclination, release the lever and
engage the backrest.
9 Warning
Occupants may only travel on
a seat if its backrest is properly
engaged in the upright position.
Seats in third row
In brief 21
9 Warning
When the seats are being moved
upright or folded in, keep hands
away from hinge area.
Setting up seats
Remove floor covering 3 72 and
load compartment cover 3 71.
Push the lever forward and slide the
second row of seats forward to the
mark.
Guide the seat belts through the belt
holders and insert the latch plates in
the holders.
9 Warning
On version with side rails in load
compartment, follow the
descriptions 3 73.
From the luggage compartment, pull
up the seat by the handle.
22 In brief
Swivel the seat rearward until it is
upright and audibly engages. Support
the top of the backrest with your hand.
Preparing belt buckles for use
3 56, Load compartment cover
3 71.
9 Warning
The belt must not be routed
through the belt holder when the
seat belt is in use.
Slide the second row of seats to the
required position and engage.
Storing seats
Remove the load compartment cover
3 71.
Push the lever forward and slide the
second row of seats forward to the
mark.
Press the catch to release and slide
the head restraints of the third row all
the way down.
Guide the seat belts through the belt
holders and insert the latch plates in
the holders.
From the luggage compartment,
press the button on the top of the
backrest and lower the backrest.
Using the handle on the seat, pull
rearwards and upwards and then
swing the seat forwards until it is
lowered into the vehicle floor. Hold
the seat by the handle during the
entire procedure.
Retract belt buckle 3 56 and install
floor covering 3 72 and load
compartment cover 3 71.
Slide the second row of seats to the
required position and engage.
In brief 23
Active head restraints on front seats
In the event of a rear-end impact, the
active head restraints tilt forwards
slightly. The head is more effectively
supported by the head restraint and
the risk of whiplash injury is reduced.
Active head restraints can be
recognised by the word ACTIVE.
Head restraints 3 45.
Trip computer
Functions:
■ Range
■ Instantaneous consumption
■ Distance
■ Average speed
■ Absolute consumption
■ Average consumption
■ Stop watch
■ Tyre pressure
Trip computer 3 105, 3 107.
Check control
The check control monitors:
■ Fluid levels
■ Tyre pressure
■ Radio remote control battery
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Important exterior lighting bulbs,
including cables and fuses.
Display messages 3 103.
24 In brief
Rear seat audio system
Twin Audio allows occupants in the
second row the choice between the
audio source played on the
infotainment system or a separate
audio source.
Rear seat audio system 3 120.
Sport mode
Activate by pressing the SPORT
button.
The Sport mode is used to make
suspension and steering more direct.
The engine is more responsive to
throttle application. With manual
transmission automated and
automatic transmission, gear
changing is altered.
Sport mode 3 147.
FlexOrganizer
The side walls contain retaining
strips, where various components
can be attached to divide the load
compartment or fasten loads.
The system consists of
■ adapters
■ variable partition net
■ mesh pockets for the side walls
■ hooks in the load compartment
FlexOrganizer 3 73.
In brief 25
Tyre deflation detection system
If a tyre loses pressure, it becomes
smaller. It then rotates at a different
speed than the other tyres. If the
system detects a difference in speed,
control indicator w illuminates red.
Deflation Detection System 3 182.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
A pressure sensor is integrated in
each wheel to monitor tyre pressure.
Whilst driving, the current tyre
pressures appear in the Board
computer menu.
Deviating tyre pressure is displayed
in the form of a message in the
Info-Display.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 182.
Adaptive Forward Lighting
The system improves lighting of
curves and increases the headlight
range.
The beam pivots based on steering
wheel position and vehicle speed.
At higher speeds and continuous
straight ahead travel, the beam
automatically raises slightly, thereby
increasing headlight range.
Adaptive Forward Lighting 3 113.
26 In brief
Natural gas operation
This specially developed engine is
designed for the use of natural gas
and petrol.
The Y button is used to switch
between petrol and natural gas
operation.
The status of the LED indicates the
type of fuel in use.
Natural gas
operation
Petrol operation = LED illuminates.
Natural gas 3 87, 3 150.
= LED off.
Diesel particle filter
The diesel particle filter system filters
harmful soot particles out of the
exhaust gases. The system includes
a self-cleaning function that runs
automatically during driving. The filter
is cleaned by burning off the soot
particles at high temperature. This
process takes place automatically
under set driving conditions and may
take up to 25 minutes. Fuel
consumption may be higher during
this period. The emission of smells
and smoke during this process is
normal.
Under certain driving conditions, e.g.
short distances, the system cannot
clean itself automatically.
If the filter requires cleaning and
previous driving conditions did not
enable automatic cleaning, control
indicator ! flashes.
Further instructions 3 134.
Keys, doors and windows 27
Keys, doors and windows
Keys, locks................................ 27
Doors......................................... 35
Vehicle security......................... 36
Exterior mirrors.......................... 39
Interior mirrors........................... 40
Windows.................................... 41
Roof........................................... 44
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.
When electronic keys of the
Open&Start system are being
replaced, all keys requiring
programming must be handed over to
the dealer.
Locks 3 194, Open&Start system,
electronic keys 3 29.
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 car is taken to a workshop,
this vehicle data is needed in order to
perform certain operations.
28 Keys, doors and windows
Radio remote control
Used to operate:
■ Central locking system,
■ Anti-theft locking system,
■ Anti-theft alarm system,
■ Power windows.
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 it 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 32.
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
CR 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Key with fixed key section
Have the battery replaced by
a workshop.
Keys, doors and windows 29
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.
Memorised settings
When locking the vehicle the last
settings are automatically saved
specifically for the used key:
■ Electronic climate control,
■ Info-Display,
■ Infotainment system,
■ Instrument panel illumination.
The saved settings are automatically
used when that key is used for
unlocking.
Open&Start system
Makes operation of the following
possible without the use of the
mechanical key
■ Central locking system,
■ Anti-theft locking system,
■ Anti-theft alarm system,
■ Power windows,
■ Ignition and starter.
The electronic key simply needs to be
on the driver's person.
Press the Start/Stop button. The
ignition is switched on. The electronic
immobiliser and steering wheel lock
are deactivated.
To start the engine depress the brake
and clutch pedals then press and hold
the Start/Stop button.
With automatic transmission, only
start with the vehicle in P or N.
The engine and the ignition are
switched off by pressing the Start/
Stop button again. The vehicle must
be stationary. The immobiliser is
activated at the same time.
If the ignition has been switched off
and the vehicle is stationary, the
30 Keys, doors and windows
steering wheel lock activates
automatically when the driver’s door
is opened or closed.
Control indicator 0 3 95.
Note
Do not put the electronic key in the
load compartment or in front of the
Info-Display.
The sensor fields in the door handles
must be kept clean to ensure
unrestricted functionality.
If the battery is discharged, the
vehicle must not be towed, towstarted or jump-started as the
steering wheel lock cannot be
disengaged.
Radio remote control
The electronic key also has a radio
remote control feature.
Emergency operation
If the radio remote control also fails,
the driver's door can be locked or
unlocked with the emergency key
contained in the electronic key: press
locking mechanism and remove the
cap by applying light pressure. Push
emergency key towards the outside
over the detent and remove.
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