VAUXHALL Agila User Manual

Owner’s Manual Model Year 2009.0 Edition: July 2008 TS 1669-A-09
0 - 1VAUXHALL Agila
VAUXHALL Agila
-1-1Contents
Contents
Commitment to customer satisfaction
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Keys, doors and windows .......... 2-1
Seats, restraints and interior....... 3-1
Storage compartments................ 4-1
Instruments and controls............. 5-1
Light ing . .... ... .. .... .. .. .... .. .. .... .. .. .... . 6-1
Infotainment system.................... 7-1
Climate controls .......................... 8-1
Driving and operating. ................. 9-1
Vehicle care.............................. 10-1
Service and maintenance ......... 11-1
Technical data........................... 12-1
Index ........................................ 13-1
0-1 Introduction
Introduction
Vehicle specific data
Please enter your vehicle’s data here to keep it easily accessible. T his information is available under the chapters “Service and maintenance” and "Technical data" as w ell as on the identification plat e.
Fuel
Designation
Engine oil
Grade
Viscosity
Tyre pressure
Summer tyres Front Rear Front Rear
Winter tyres Front Rear Front Rear
Weights
Permissible Gross
Vehicle Weight
= Payload
Tyre size with up to 3 persons with full load
EC kerb
weight
0-2Introduction
Introduction
Your vehicle is an intelligent combination of forward-looking technology, impressive safety, environmental friendliness and economy.
It now lies with you to drive your vehicle safely and ensure that it perfo rms perfec tly . This Ow ner's Manual provides you with all the necessary information to that end.
Make sure your passengers are aware of the possible risk of accident and injury which may result from improper use of the vehicle.
You m ust alw ays c omply w ith the specific laws of the country that you are travelling through. These laws may differ from the information in this Owner’s Manual.
When instructed to seek the assistance of a workshop, we recommend that you consult a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers offer first-class service at reasonable
prices. Experienced mechanics, trained by Vauxhall, work according to specific Vauxhall instructions.
The Owner's Manual and the Service and Warranty Booklet should always be kept ready to hand in the glove box.
Make use of the Owner's Manual:
The "In brief" chapter will give you
an initial overview.
The table of contents at the
beginning of the Owner’s Manual and within the individual chapters will s how you where everything is.
Its index will help you find what you
want.
Yellow arrow s 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 right-
hand drive vehicles. Operation is similar for left-hand drive vehicles.
The Owner’s Manual us es the
internal engine codes. The corresponding sales designations are found in the chapter "Technical data".
Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
front or back, in the descriptions always relate to the direction of travel.
9 Danger, 9 Warning, Caution
9 Danger
Text marke d 9 Dan ger provides information on risk of fatal injury. Disregard of these instructions may endanger life.
9 W arning
Text mark ed 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregard of these instructions m ay result in injuries.
0-3 Introduction
Caution
Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregard of these instructions may lead to vehicle damage.
Symbols
The asterisk 3 signifies equipment not fitted to all vehicles (model variants, engine options, models specific to one c ountry, optional equipment, genuine parts and accessories).
Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means “see page”.
Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall. We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving
Yo ur Vau xhal l Te am
0-4Introduction
1-1 In brief
In brief
The most important information for your first journey.
To unlock and open the vehicle: Press button c on remote control 3 or unlock with the key, pull door handle
Door locks 3 2-3, 5-12, keys 3 2-1, immobiliser 3 2-7, radio remote control 3 2-1, central locking system 3 2-3, ant i-theft locking system 3 2-6.
To unlock and open the tailgate: Press button c on remote control 3 or unlock with the key, operate button below the handle
Tailgate 3 2-5, radio remote control 3 2-1, central locking system 3 2-3.
1-2In brief
Longitudinal seat adjustment: Pull handle, slide seat, release handle
Seats 3 3-2.
Reclining seatbacks: Raise release lever
Move seatback to suit seating position.
Do not lean on seatback whilst adjusting it.
Seats 3 3-2.
9 Warning
Important: Do not sit nearer than 10 inches (25cm) from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment.
Adjusting seat height 3: Raise or lower lever
Lever pumping action
Upwards: Raises seat Downwards: Lowers seat
Seats 3 3-2.
1-3 In brief
Adjusting head restraint height: Press catch, adjus t height, then release
Head restraints 3 3-1.
Fitting seat belt: Pull belt out evenly from retractor, guide over shoulder and engage in buckle
The seat belt must not be twisted at any point. The lap belt must lie snugly against the body.
The seatbacks must not be tilted back too far (recommended maximum tilting angle approx. 25°).
To release seat belt, press red button on belt buckle.
Seat belts 3 3-5 to 3-8, airbag system 3 3-13, seat position 3 3-2.
To adjust interior mirror: Swivel mirror housing
Swivel lever on underside of mirror housing to reduce dazzle at night.
Take care when driving with interior mirror adjusted for night vision. Rear view may be slightly distorted in this position.
Further information 3 2-9.
1-4In brief
Adjusting manual exterior mirrors: Swivel lever in required direction
Exterior mirrors 3 2-8, heated exterior mirrors 3 2-9, 8-5.
Adjusting power exterior mirrors 3: Four-way switch in driver’s door
Select corresponding mirror and adjust.
Exterior mirrors 3 2-8, heated exterior mirrors 3 2-9, 8-5.
To adjust steering wheel 3: Pull lever forwards, adjust height, push l ever back and engage
Adjust steering wheel only with vehicle stationary and steering column lock released.
Airbag system 3 3-13, further information 3 5-1.
1-5 In brief
1-6In brief
1 Side air vent s . .... .... .... .... ... 3 8-5
2 Door window defroster
vents ................................. 3 8-5
3 Storage tray . ..................... 3 4-2
4 Front passenger’s airbag 3 3-13
5 Infotainment system.......... 3 7-1
6 Upper tray ......................... 3 4-2
7 Hazard warning................. 3 6-2
Control indicator for front passenger airbag
deactivation 3 ........ .. .... ... 3 3-18
8 Centre air vents................. 3 8-4
9 Tac homet er .... .... .... .... .... ... 3 5-6
10 Parking lamps ................... 3 6-1
Turn signal lamps .............. 3 6-2
High beam......................... 3 6-2
Dipped beam............. 3 6-1, 6-2
Headlamp flash ................. 3 6-2
Rear fog lamp .... .. .. .... .. .. ... 3 6-3
11 Steering wheel mounted
remote control 3 .. .. .... .... ... 3 7-2
12 Central information display
for time and outside
temperature .... .. .. .... .. 3 5-3, 5-4
Instrument cluster.............. 3 5-8
Speedometer..................... 3 5-5
Odometer ......................... 3 5-6
Fuel gauge ........................ 3 5-7
Service interval display 3 3 5-14
Transmission display 3..... 3 5-7
Trip computer 3 .. .. .... .... .. 3 5-14
13
Driver’s airbag................. 3 3-13
Horn .. .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... 3 5-2
14 Windscreen wiper/wash .... 3 5-2
Rear window wiper/wash .. 3 5-3
15 Front fog lamps 3.... .. .. .... .. 3 6-3
Headlamp range
adjustment 3 ..................... 3 6-1
TCSS deactivation 3 ....... 3 9-11
16 Bonnet release ................ 3 10-2
17 Ignition swit ch.. .. .... .... .... .... 3 9-1
18 Steering wheel adjustment 3 5-1
19 Power outlet..................... 3 5-4
Cigarette lighter 3 ............ 3 5-5
20 Gear s hift lev er. .. .... .... 3 9-4, 9-6
21 Storage tray
22 Climate controls .. .. .. .... .... . 3 8-1
23 Glove box.... .. .... .... .... .... ... 3 4-1
24 Fuse box ...................... 3 10-12
25 Passenger airbag deactivation
switch 3.......................... 3 3-17
1-7 In brief
Exterior lamps controls:
Turn light switch:
P = Dipped beam
or high beam
8 = Parking lamps OFF = Off
Turn adjustment band:
r = Rear fog lamp
OFF = Off
Press button:
> = Front fog lamps 3
Headlamp warning device 3 5-13, further information 3 6-1, headlamp range adjustment 3 6-1, fog lamps 3 6-3, headlamps when driving abroad 3 6-3.
Headlamp flash, high beam and dipped beam:
Headlamp flas h
High beam = Push lever
Dipped beam = Pull lever back
Further information 3 6-2.
= Pull lever
towards steering wheel
forwards
towards steering wheel
1-8In brief
Turn signal lamps:
Upw ards = Right t urn Dow nwards = Left turn
Further information 3 6-2.
Hazard warning lamps: Horn: Press j
On = Press ¨ Off = Press ¨ again
Airbag system 3 3-13, remote control on steering wheel 3 3 5-1, 7-2.
1-9 In brief
Windscreen wiper:
MIST = Misting function OFF = Off INT = Timed interval wipe 3 LO = Slow HI = Fast
Move lever up f rom position OFF: Single swipe.
Windscreen wiper 3 5-2, further information 3 10-5, 10-30, 10-31.
Windscreen wash system: Pull lever towards steering wheel
Windscreen wash system 3 5-3, further information 3 10-5, 10-30, 10-31.
Rear window wiper and wash systems: Rotate end of lever
f =Wash ON = Wiper on INT = Timed interval wipe 3 OFF = Wiper off f =Wash
Rear window wiper/wash systems 3 5-3, further information 3 10-5, 10-30, 10-31.
1-10In brief
Parking the vehicle:
Apply the parking brak e firmly
without actuating the release button. On a downhill or uphill slope, apply as firmly as possible. Depress foot brake at the same time to reduce operating forces.
Push key into ignition switch before
turning to LOCK position and removing (vehicles with automatic transmission 3: depress foot brake and shift into P). Turn steering wheel until lock is felt to engage (anti-theft protection).
If the vehicle is parked on a level
surface or a hill, select 1st gear before switching the ignition off, (vehicles with automatic transmission 3: shift into P). Also turn front wheels away from kerb if parked on an uphill slope.
If the vehicle is parked on a
downhill slope, select reverse gear before switching the ignition off, (vehicles with automatic transmission 3: shift into P). Also turn front wheels towards kerb.
Lock doors and tailgate by pressing
button e on the radio remote control 3. Press button e twice within 3 seconds to activate the anti-theft locking system 3.
Advice when parking:
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 10-1.
Radio remote control 3 3 2-1, central locking system 3 2-3.
2-1 Keys, doors and windows
Keys, doors and windows
Keys and locks ..................... 2-1
Doors. .. .. .... .. .. .... .. .. .... .. .. .... .. . 2-5
Vehicle security.................... 2-6
Ex terio r mirrors.. .. .. .... .. .. .... .. . 2-8
Interior mirror . .. .. .... .. .. .... .. .. ... 2-9
Windows............................... 2-10
Keys and locks
Keys
The key number is specified on the keys or on a key number tag 3. Remove key number tag from keys and make a note of the number.
The key is a constituent of the immobiliser 3. In c ase of lo ss , replacement keys can be ordered from your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer by quoting the key number.
Ordering keys from a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer guarantees problem-free operation of the immobiliser 3.
Keep spare key in a safe place. Locks 3 10-30.
Radio remote control 3
The remote control is used to operate:
Central locking system,Anti-theft locking system 3.
The remote control has a range of approx. 5 metres. The range may be reduced due to environmental conditions or s hadowing and reflection of the radio waves.
Treat the remote control unit with care: it should be protected against moisture, kept out of direct sunlight and should not be operated unnecessarily.
2-2Keys, doors and windows
Fault
If the central locking system cannot be operated with the remote control, this may be due to the following reasons:
The remote control is out of range.The battery voltage of the remote
control is too low. Change the battery in the remote control unit.
Interference from higher power
radio waves from other sources.
Lock or unlock the doors manually using the key or central locking switch 3 2-3, 2-4.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to rectify the cause of the fault.
Changing battery in remote control unit
Replace the battery (CR 1620 or equivalent) in accordance with the chapter “Service and maintenance” 3 11-2 or w hen the range of the remote control starts to become reduced.
Remove screw on key cover and remove the transmitter.
Prise apart both halves of transmitter with a suitable screwdriver.
Replace battery, ensuring the new bat tery is ins talled corr ectly wi th positive (+) side facing the pos itive (+) terminal.
Reattach both halves of transmitter and reinstall in holder, ensuring it engages correctly.
Replace cover and tighten screw.
Battery disposal
Batteries are not to be treated as household waste. They should be disposed of at a designated collection point for recycling.
2-3 Keys, doors and windows
Door locks
The front doors may be manually locked and u nlocked using the key.
On vehicles with central locking system 3, the entire vehicle can be unlocked by turning the key twice in the driver’s door lock.
The tailgate is unlocked when the driver’s door is opened.
To lock or unlock doors from inside the vehicle, press the interior lock.
To lock front doors from outside the vehicle, press the interior lock and keep exterior door handle raised when closing the door.
Central locking system 3
For front doors, rear doors and tailgate.
To lock : Press button e on remote control:
Hazard warning lamps flash once. All doors and the tailgate are locked. Always ensure that the doors,
bonnet, tailgate and windows are properly closed before locking the vehicle.
2-4Keys, doors and windows
To unlock driver’s door only: Press button c on remote control once:
Hazard warning lamps flash twice.
To unlock ent ire vehicle: Press button c on remote control twice:
Hazard warning lamps flash twice
with each press.
If no door is opened within approx. 30 seconds after the vehicle has been unlocked via t he remote control, the vehicle is relocked automatically.
9 Warning
For safety reasons, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked via the remote control if the key is in the ignition switch.
The vehicle can also be manually locked and unlocked by turning the key in the driver’s door lock.
Central locking switch m
Use the central locking switch to lock or unlock the doors and tailgate from inside the vehicle.
Press the front part of the s witch to lock or the rear part of the switch to unlock all doors and tailgate.
Safety locks
9 W arning
Use the safety locks whenever children are occupying the rear seats.
To engage lock, open door and move lock lever to lower position. Door cannot then be opened from inside.
2-5 Keys, doors and windows
To disengage safety lock, raise lock lever.
Lockout protection
To prevent the driver from being inadvertently locked out, the driver’s door cannot be locked when it is open.
Doors
Tai lgat e
To o pen
The tailgate can be opened by operating the button below the handle and lifting the tailgate.
If the tailgate is open when the ignition is switched on, control indicator instrument cluster.
9 illuminates in the
9 Warning
Do not drive with tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gases could penetrate the vehicle interior.
To close
There is a handle on the inside of the tailgate for closing the luggage compartment.
2-6Keys, doors and windows
Close tailgate by pushing it down so it latches securely. Ensure tailgate is fully closed before driving.
Emergency tailgate release
If the cent ral lock ing syst em 3 cannot be operated with the remote control, the tailgate can be opened from inside the vehicle.
Fold rear s eats forward to allow access to the tailgate (3 3-3) and push up on emergency lever using a suitable screwdriver to open the tailgate.
Vehicle security
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 inside.
All doors are secured agains t opening and must be unlocked with the vehicle key. Unlocking is not possible in any other way, so keep spare key in a safe place.
To lock:
All doors and t he tailgate must be closed.
Press button e on remote control twice within 3 seconds:
Hazard warning lamps flash twice.
- or ­Turn key in driver's door lock towards
rear of vehicle twice within 3 seconds.
Interior locks on all doors are positioned such that doors cannot be opened.
To unlock:
2-7 Keys, doors and windows
To unlock driver’s door only: Press button c on remote control:
Hazard warning lamps flash twice.
- or ­Turn key in driver’s door lock towards
front of vehicle once. To unlock entire vehicle: Press
button c on remote control twice: Hazard warning lamps flash twice
with each press.
- or ­Turn key in driver's door lock towards
front of vehicle twice.
Immobiliser 3
The system checks whether the vehicle may be started using the key that has been inserted. If the key is recognised as "authorised", the vehicle can be started. T he check is carried out via a transponder housed in the key.
The immobiliser is automatically activated when the key is turned to the LOCK position and removed from the ignition switch.
The theft-deterrent control indicator starts flashing after the key is turned to positions LOCK or ACC, or removed from the ignition switch.
Fault
If control indicator o or A flashes after the ignition is switched on, there may be a fault in the immobiliser system. If the engine cannot be started:
Turn key to LOCK position and
remove,
wait approx. 2 seconds,then repeat starting proc edure.
2-8Keys, doors and windows
If the control indicator fails to extinguish, try to start the engine using the spare key and seek the assistance of a workshop to rectify the cause of the fault.
Note
The immobiliser does not lock the doors. Therefore, after leaving the vehicle, always lock it 3 2-3.
Exterior mirrors
Convex mirrors
As exterior mirrors are convex, objects are c loser than they appear. Use interior mirror to judge size and distance of objects.
Manual mirrors
Adjust mirrors by swivelling lever in required direction.
Electric mirrors 3
Adjust with the four-way switch in driver’s door: Turn selector switch to left or right; four-way outer part of switch adjusts corresponding mirror.
The mirror glass swivels in the same direction as the activation of the four­way switc h.
Return the selec tor sw itch to th e central position to prohibit further adjustment.
2-9 Keys, doors and windows
Folding mirrors
For the safety of pedestrians, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normal mounting position in the event of an accident-like im pact.
Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing.
Heated mirrors 3
The heating operates in conjunction with the heated rear window using button Ü.
Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors 3 8-5.
Interior mirror
Manual mirror
To adjust interior mirror, swivel mirror housing.
Swivel lever on underside of mirror housing to reduce dazzle at night.
Take care when driving with interior mirror adjusted for night vision. Rear view may be slightly distorted in this position.
2-10Keys, doors and windows
Windows
Manual windows
The door windows can be operated with the crank.
Electric windows 3
9 Warning
Care must be taken when operating the electric windows. There is a risk of injury, particularly for children, and a danger that articles could become trapped.
If there are c hildren on the front passenger’s seat, press the z switch in the driver’s door to deactivate electric window operation.
Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as they move.
Before leaving the vehicle, remove the ignition key in order to prevent unauthorized operation.
Operational with key in ignition switch position ON.
Driver’s and front pas senger’s door windows are operated via two switches located in the driver’s door.
For incremental operation, briefly pull or press the appropriate switch.
For automatic opening of the driver’s door window, press the switch down fully and release it. Pull up the switch to stop the window movement.
2-11 Keys, doors and windows
An additional switch is located in the front passenger’s door.
In the event of difficulty due to frost or the like, pull the relevant window switch several times until the window is closed.
Child safety system
Press the z s witch in driver’s door to deactivate front passenger’s door electric window operation when a child is occupying the seat.
Press switch again to activate electric window operation.
Sun visors
Use the sun visor to protect from glare by pulling it up, down or swivelling it to the side.
Depending on equipm ent version, sun visors also have vanity mirrors 3.
3-1Seats, restraints and interior
Seats, restraints and interior
Head restraints . .................... 3-1
Front seats............................ 3-2
Rear seats ............................ 3-3
Seat b elts .... .... .. .. .... .. .. .... .. .. .. 3 -5
Child rest rain ts .... .. .. .... .. .. .... .. 3-9
Airbag system ....................... 3-13
Head restraints
Head restraint position
9 Warning
Only drive with head restraints correctly adjusted.
For maximum protection, the middle of the head restraint should be at eye level. If this is not pos sible for extremely tall persons, set to highest position, and set to lowest position for extremely small persons.
Height adjustment
To adjust head restraint height, press catch, adjust height to suit then release the catch.
Removal
Press catch. Pull up and remove the head restraint.
Stow head restraints securely in luggage compartment.
3-2 Seats, restraints and interior
Front seats
Seat position
9 W arning
Only drive with the seats correctly adjusted.
Adjus t driver’s seat such that, w ith the driver sitting upright, the steering wheel is held in the area of its upper spokes with the driver’s arms slightly bent.
Slide front passenger’s seat as far back as it will go.
The seatbacks must not be tilted back too far (recommended maximum tilting angle approx. 25°).
Longitudinal seat adjustment
9 Warnin g
Never adjust seats whilst driving, as they could move uncontrollably.
To adjust, pull the handle on the front seat, slide the seat and release the handle.
Ensure seat audibly latches into position before driving.
Reclining seatbacks
To adjust, raise the release lever, move seatback to suit seating position and release lever to lock seatback in position.
Do not lean on the seatback whilst adjusting it.
3-3Seats, restraints and interior
Adjusting seat height 3
To adjust, operate lever on side of seat.
Lever pumping action
Upwards: Raises seat Downwards: Lowers seat
Rear seats
Folding rear seatbacks
9 Warning
When adjusting the rear seatbacks, use caution; beware of moving parts.
The luggage compartment can be enlarged by folding the rear seatbacks onto the seat cushions.
Ensure front seats are not in reclined position and push rear seat head restraints all the way down.
When folding the rear seatbacks, ensure the seat belts are unbuckled.
Route outboard rear s eat belts, including the latch plates, through their respective belt holders (as illustrated), ensuring they are not twisted at any point.
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