Vauxhall Ampera 2014 User Manual

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VAUXHALL Ampera
Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014 Edition: June 2013
KTA-2724/4-VX-en
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 19
Seats, restraints ........................... 36
Storage ........................................ 56
Instruments and controls ............. 64
Lighting ........................................ 88
Climate control ............................. 94
Driving and operating ................. 103
Vehicle care ............................... 145
Service and maintenance .......... 183
Technical data ........................... 186
Customer information ................ 195
Index .......................................... 198
Contents
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 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.
The vehicle has two operation modes: Electric and extended range. In both modes, the vehicle is propelled by its electric drive unit. Thus, carbon dioxide emissions are reduced considerably without losing mobility and dynamics.
This Owner's Manual provides you with all the necessary information to enable you to drive your vehicle safely and efficiently.
Only well trained technicians who are aware of the manufacturer's instructions are permitted to repair and/or to work with high voltage components.
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 Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers provide first-class service at reasonable prices. Experienced mechanics trained by Vauxhall work according to specific Vauxhall 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".
4 Introduction
■ 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.
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".
Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall. We wish you many hours of
pleasurable driving. Your Vauxhall Team
Introduction 5
6 In brief
In brief
Initial drive information
Vehicle unlocking
Radio remote control
Press button ( to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles. To open the tailgate, press the button under the tailgate moulding.
Radio remote control 3 20, Central locking system 3 24, Load compartment 3 26.
Open&Start
With the radio remote control within the opening range, simply press the lock/unlock button on the door handle.
To unlock all doors, press the lock/ unlock button on the driver's door handle again within five seconds.
To open the tailgate, press the button under the tailgate moulding.
Open&Start system 3 23.
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Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release handle.
Seat position 3 37, Seat adjustment 3 38.
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 audibly.
Seat position 3 37, Seat adjustment 3 38.
Seat height
Lever pumping motion: up = seat higher
down = seat lower
Seat position 3 37, Seat adjustment 3 38.
8 In brief
Head restraint adjustment
Press release button, adjust height and engage.
Head restraints 3 36.
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 37, 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 32, Automatic anti­dazzle interior mirror 3 32.
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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 31.
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 44.
10 In brief
Instrument panel overview
In brief 11
1 Cruise control ...................... 119
Lane departure warning ...... 128
Forward collision alert ......... 121
2 Light switch ........................... 88
Turn and lane-change
signals ................................... 90
Pedestrian safety alert .......... 65
3 Horn ...................................... 65
4 Instrument cluster ................. 70
Driver Information Centre
(DIC) ..................................... 78
5 Steering wheel controls ........64
6 Windscreen wiper washer ..... 65
7 Centre air vents ................... 101
8 Dome lights ........................... 92
Reading lights ....................... 92
Ultrasonic park assist .......... 123
Anti-theft alarm system ......... 28
Electronic Stability Control ..118
Traction Control system ...... 117
Seat belt reminder control ..... 72
Airbag deactivation control
indicator ................................ 73
9 Interior mirror ........................ 32
10 Charging status indicator ....138
11 Light sensor .......................... 88
Climate sensor ...................... 94
12 Instrument panel storage ......56
13 Colour-Info-Display ............... 80
14 Side air vents ...................... 101
15 Glovebox ............................... 56
16 Central locking buttons .........24
17 Electrical parking brake ......114
18 Infotainment system (see
Infotainment system manual)
19 Shift lever ............................ 112
20 Power button ....................... 104
21 Drive mode button .............. 109
22 Leaf button ............................ 80
23 Bonnet release lever ........... 147
24 Steering wheel adjustment ...64 25 Instrument panel
illumination control ................ 91
26 Power windows ..................... 33
27 Fuel door release button .....142
28 DIC controls .......................... 78
29 Headlight range adjustment ..89
12 In brief
Exterior lighting
Turn adjuster wheel: AUTO = automatic light control:
Exterior lighting is switched on and off automatically
m
= activation or deactivation
of the automatic light control
8
= sidelights
9
= low beam
r
= rear fog light
Lighting 3 88.
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 88, High beam 3 89, Headlight flash 3 89.
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Turn and lane-change signals
lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal
Turn and lane-change signals 3 90, Parking lights 3 91.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers 3 90.
Horn
Press j. Horn 3 65.
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Pedestrian safety alert
Push 4 to alert people who may not hear the vehicle approaching.
A soft‐note alert will momentarily sound.
Pedestrian safety alert 3 65.
Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper
HI = fast LO = slow INT = interval wiping OFF = off
For a single wipe, press the lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 65, Wiper blade replacement 3 154.
Adjustable wiper interval
Wiper lever in position INT. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
desired wipe interval: short
interval
= turn adjuster wheel
upwards long interval
= turn adjuster wheel
downwards
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Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen and the wiper wipes a few times.
Windscreen washer system 3 65, Washer fluid 3 151.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 34. Heated rearview mirror 3 31.
Demisting and defrosting the windows
Press V button. Set temperature to warmest level. Heated rear window Ü on. Automatic climate control system
3 94.
Auto defog
The system monitors high humidity inside the vehicle. When detected, the system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioning or the heater. The fan speed may slightly increase to help prevent
16 In brief
fogging. When high humidity is no longer detected, the system will return to its prior operation.
Automatic climate control system 3 94.
Electric drive unit
P = Park R = Reverse N = Neutral D = Drive L = Low
The shift lever can only be moved out of P when the ignition is on, the brake pedal is applied first, and then the shift lever button is pressed.
Electric drive unit 3 108.
Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 166,
3 194.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 148.
■ 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 37, 3 42.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
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Starting the vehicle
■ Move the shift lever to P or N. The propulsion system will not start in any other position.
■ Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock.
■ The radio remote control must be in the vehicle. Press the brake pedal and push m.
Please consider that the operating condition of the vehicle is meant when the term "ignition on/off" is used.
Starting and stopping the vehicle 3 106.
Power button 3 104.
Electric vehicle operation modes
The vehicle has two operation modes: Electric and extended range. In both modes, the vehicle is propelled by its electric drive unit.
Several drive modes can be selected while driving in electric or extended range mode:
18 In brief
Press DRIVE MODE button repeatedly until the desired drive mode is highlighted.
The following drive modes are selectable:
■ Normal
■ Sport
■ Mountain
■ Hold Electric vehicle operation modes
3 108.
Parking
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite.
■ Always apply the parking brake. Pull switch m for approximately one second.
■ Switch off the ignition. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock engages.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, set the parking brake and then shift 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, set the parking brake and then shift the selector lever to P, before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb.
■ Lock the vehicle and activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Radio remote control 3 20. Anti-theft alarm system 3 28.
Keys, doors and windows 19
Keys, doors and windows
Keys, locks ................................... 19
Doors ........................................... 26
Vehicle security ............................ 28
Exterior mirrors ............................ 31
Interior mirrors ............................. 32
Windows ...................................... 32
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 3 180.
Lock cylinders
Designed to free-wheel if they are forcefully rotated without the correct key or if the correct key is not fully inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with the correct key until its slot is vertical, remove key and then re-insert it. If the cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key through 180° and repeat operation.
Key with foldaway key section
Press the button to extend the key. Press the button and fold the key
blade to retract the key. If the key becomes difficult to turn,
inspect the key blade for debris.
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.
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Radio remote control
Enables a keyless operation of the following functions:
■ Central locking system 3 24
■ Open&Start system 3 23
■ Starting the vehicle 3 106
■ Anti-theft alarm system 3 28
■ Anti-theft locking system 3 28
■ Panic alarm
■ Engine Assisted Heating
■ Charge vehicle/delayed charging override
■ Comfort opening of the power windows 3 33
The radio remote control has a range of approx. 60 metres. It can be restricted by external influences.
Handle with care, protect from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation.
Vehicle locator/panic alarm
Press ! once to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lights flash and the horn sounds three times.
Press ! and hold for three seconds to activate the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds.
Press ! again to cancel the panic alarm.
Engine Assisted Heating
Activates the heating or air conditioning systems and the heated rear window from outside the vehicle.
The vehicle may have auto heated seats, which can be programmed to come on when the Engine Assisted Heating is activated.
Vehicle personalisation 3 83. To maximise the electric range of the
vehicle, use the Engine Assisted Heating function while the vehicle is plugged in. Normal operation of the system will return after the ignition has been switched on.
Note The engine may start at cold outside temperatures if the battery is low, even if the vehicle is plugged in. Select one of the following:
■ At Cold Outside Temperatures: allows starting of the engine at +2°C or below
■ At Very Cold Outside Temperatures: allows starting of the engine at -10°C or below
Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
By default the engine will not start when the vehicle is plugged in. If starting of the engine is required, the setting can be changed.
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Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
9 Danger
Do not activate Engine Assisted Heating when the vehicle is parked in garages or other enclosed spaces, as the engine may start even when the vehicle is plugged in.
Note Please note that remote starting of the engine may be restricted by applicable laws and regulations in some countries or areas.
Activating
1. Press and release ); the doors will lock.
2. Immediately press and hold # until the turn signal lights flash or for at least four seconds.. Pressing # again during Engine Assisted Heating will turn the feature off.
Engine Assisted Heating will automatically shut off after 10 minutes, unless a time extension is activated.
After entering the vehicle during Engine Assisted Heating, press the m button on the instrument panel with the brake pedal applied to operate as normal.
Extending the time To extend the time of the first Engine
Assisted Heating by another 10 minutes, repeat the steps for activating Engine Assisted Heating while the engine is still running. This provides a total of 20 minutes. Engine Assisted Heating can only be extended once between driving.
Cancelling Engine Assisted Heating To cancel Engine Assisted Heating,
do any of the following:
■ Aim the radio remote control at the vehicle and press and hold # until the sidelights turn off.
■ Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
■ Press the m button on the instrument panel with the brake pedal applied, then press the m button again to switch the ignition off.
Conditions in which Engine Assisted Heating may not work
Conditions in which Engine Assisted Heating may not occur include:
■ An open bonnet.
■ Vehicle propulsion system fault conditions, including an emission control system malfunction.
■ High voltage battery fault conditions.
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A second Engine Assisted Heating or extension will not occur if the fuel level is low.
Conditions in which Engine Assisted Heating may be cancelled include:
■ Vehicle propulsion system or high voltage battery fault conditions.
■ Low engine oil pressure.
■ Engine coolant temperature is too high.
Charge vehicle/delayed charging override
Press and hold $ to immediately charge the vehicle and temporarily override the delayed charging.
Programmed charging override 3 138.
Fault in the radio remote control system
If it is not possible to operate the radio remote control properly, this may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded
■ Battery voltage too low
■ Blocked signal If the problem persists, seek the
assistance of a workshop. Keep in mind that conditions other
than those stated can impact the performance of the radio remote control.
Unlocking 3 24.
Radio remote control battery replacement
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
Replace the battery as soon as the range reduces.
Extend the key and open the unit. Replace the battery (battery type CR 2032), paying attention to the installation position. Close the unit and check the operation of the radio remote control.
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Batteries do not belong in household waste. They must be disposed of at an appropriate recycling collection point.
Open&Start system
A transponder within the radio remote control enables a passive locking and unlocking of the doors and the tailgate.
Furthermore the Open&Start system enables the starting of the vehicle.
Starting and stopping the vehicle 3 106.
To lock or unlock the doors and access the tailgate the radio remote control should be within 1 metre of the door or the tailgate.
Unlocking
Two settings are selectable:
■ To unlock all doors and the tailgate, press lock/unlock button on any of the door handles once
or
■ press the lock/unlock button on the driver's door once to unlock only the driver's door. To unlock all doors and the tailgate, press lock/unlock button on the driver's door again within five seconds.
Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
Locking
To lock the doors and the tailgate, press the lock/unlock button on any of the door handles if all doors are closed.
Passive locking
This feature will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed, if the ignition is off and at least one radio remote control transmitter has been removed from the interior or none remain in the interior.
Temporary disable passive locking feature
Temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding ( on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled until ) on the interior door is pressed, or until the ignition is switched on.
It is possible to customise the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle.
Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
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Central locking system
Unlocks and locks doors and the tailgate.
Note In the event of an accident in which airbags or belt pretensioners are deployed, the vehicle is automatically unlocked.
Unlocking
Press
( button.
Two settings are selectable:
■ To unlock all doors and the tailgate, press button ( once
or
■ press button ( once to unlock only the driver's door. To unlock all doors and the tailgate, press button ( twice within 5 seconds.
Power windows 3 33. Vehicle personalisation 3 83. The hazard warning flashers will flash
twice each time the button is pressed and the anti-theft alarm system will be disarmed.
Anti-theft alarm system 3 28.
Locking
Close doors, tailgate and fuel filler cap.
Press button ). The hazard warning flashers will flash
once and the anti-theft alarm system will be armed.
Anti-theft alarm system 3 28. If the driver's door is open when ) is
pressed, all doors lock and then the driver's door will unlock if the Open Door Anti Lock Out feature is enabled through the vehicle personalisation.
Vehicle personalisation 3 83. By pressing ) twice within
5 seconds with all doors closed and the ignition switched off, all doors will be locked and the anti-theft locking system will be activated.
Anti-theft locking system 3 28.
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Central locking buttons
Locks or unlocks all doors. Press the ) button to lock. Press the ( button to unlock.
Lockout protection If the ) button on the instrument panel is pressed when the driver's
door is open and the ignition is on, all doors will lock and the driver's door will unlock.
This feature can also be enabled when the ignition is off.
Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
Fault in the 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 tailgate 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 tailgate cannot be locked.
Delayed locking
This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed.
When ) is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active.
The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before that time, the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again.
Press ) on the central locking buttons or press ) on the radio remote control to lock doors immediately.
This feature can also be programmed. Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
Automatic locking
Automatic door lock
The doors can be programmed to automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park).
Vehicle personalisation 3 83.
Automatic door unlock
If Auto Door Unlock is turned on, then all doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into P (Park).
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Child locks
9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever children are occupying the rear seats.
Press H% to activate. The LED in the button illuminates.
Press H% again to deactivate. The LED in the button extinguishes.
The rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.
If an inside rear door handle is being pulled at the same time a child lock is deactivated, only that door will remain locked and the LED in the button may flash. Release the handle, then press the child lock twice to deactivate the child locks.
Doors
Load compartment
Tailgate
Opening
To open the tailgate with the doors unlocked, press the button on the underside of the tailgate handle and lift up.
When the doors are locked, the tailgate can only be unlocked with the radio remote control, which must be within the opening range.
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Closing
Use the inside handle to lower and close the tailgate.
Always close the tailgate before driving. Do not press the button below the tailgate handle while closing the tailgate as it will unlatch again.
General hints for operating tailgate
9 Danger
Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gases, which cannot be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Caution
Before opening the tailgate, check overhead obstructions, e.g. a garage door, to avoid damage to the tailgate. Always check the moving area above and behind the tailgate.
Caution
When closing the tailgate, gently pull down from the center, to prevent damage to the glass, the
defogger, or the weather stripping. Be sure objects will fit in the load compartment before closing.
Note The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may affect its ability to remain open.
Caution
Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments of the load compartment. The objects could damage the underside of the load compartment.
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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.
Activation
Press ) on the radio remote control twice within 5 seconds with all doors closed and the ignition switched off.
It is also possible to activate the anti­theft locking system by pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver's door handle twice within 5 seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system
It monitors:
■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet
■ Passenger compartment including adjoining load compartment
■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised
■ Removing of the charge cord
Activation
■ Press the ) button on the radio remote control after all of the doors and windows have been closed.
■ With a door open, press ) on the center stack.
The system arms itself 30 seconds after the vehicle has been locked.
By pressing ) twice, the system will arm immediately.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key.
If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the radio remote control, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing ( on the radio remote control during the 10­second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.
The alarm will also be activated if there is an attempt to remove the charge cord, or a passenger door, the tailgate, or the bonnet is opened, without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorised event.
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To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
■ Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed.
■ Always unlock a door with the radio remote control or use the Open&Start system.
Note Changes to the vehicle interior, e.g. the use of seat covers or open windows, 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, e.g. animals are being left in the vehicle, because of high volume ultrasonic signals or movements triggering the alarm. Also switch off when the vehicle is on a ferry or train.
1. With the ignition switched off, press o in the overhead console. LED in the o button illuminates.
2. Close all doors, tailgate and bonnet.
3. Secure any loose items such as a sunshades.
4. Make sure there are no obstructions blocking the sensors.
5. Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Deactivation
Unlocking or approaching the vehicle with the radio remote control or starting the engine deactivates the anti-theft alarm system.
Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
Charge cord theft alert
To activate or deactivate the charge cord theft alert while plugged in, lock or unlock the vehicle with the radio remote control.
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