Vauxhall Insignia 2013 User Manual

Owner’s Manual Model Year 2013 Edition: August 2012 TS 1674-A-13
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VAUXHALL Insignia
Contents
Introduction .................................... 2
Keys, doors and windows ............ 19
Seats, restraints ........................... 40
Storage ........................................ 62
Instruments and controls ............. 78
Lighting ...................................... 117
Climate control ........................... 128
Driving and operating ................. 137
Vehicle care ............................... 191
Service and maintenance .......... 236
Technical data ........................... 239
Customer information ................ 319
Index .......................................... 322
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.
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 Vauxhall Authorised Repairer. For gas vehicles, we recommend a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer licensed to service gas vehicles.
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".
■ 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.
4 Introduction
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

Press button c to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles. To open the tailgate, pull the button under the tailgate moulding.
Press button x; only the load compartment is unlocked and opens.
Radio remote control 3 20, Central locking system 3 21, Load compartment 3 25.

Seat adjustment

Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release handle.
Seat position 3 42, Seat adjustment 3 42.
9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment.
In brief 7
Seat backrests
Pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the seat to engage audibly.
Seat position 3 42, Seat adjustment 3 42.
Seat height
Press switch top = seat higher
bottom = seat lower
Seat position 3 42, Seat adjustment 3 42.
Seat inclination
Lever pumping motion up = front end higher
down = front end lower
Seat position 3 42, Seat adjustment 3 42.
8 In brief
Power seat adjustment
Operate switches. positioning = move switch (1)
forwards/backwards
height = move switch (1)
upwards/downwards
inclination = move switch (1)
upwards/downwards at front
backrest = turn switch (2)
forwards/backwards

Head restraint adjustment

Press release button, adjust height, engage.
Head restraints 3 40.

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 42, Seat belts 3 48, Airbag system 3 51.
In brief 9

Mirror adjustment

Interior mirror
Adjust the lever on the underside to reduce dazzle.
Interior mirror 3 34, Automatic anti­dazzle interior mirror 3 34.
Exterior mirrors
Select the relevant exterior mirror and adjust.
Convex exterior mirrors 3 32, Electric adjustment 3 32, Folding exterior mirrors 3 32, Heated exterior mirrors 3 33.

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 51, Ignition positions 3 138.
10 In brief

Instrument panel overview

In brief 11
1 Power windows ..................... 35
2 Exterior mirrors ..................... 32
3 Cruise control ..................... 156
Adaptive cruise control .......157
Forward collision alert ......... 164
4 Side air vents ...................... 135
5 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low beam and high beam,
high beam assist ................. 122
Exit lighting ......................... 126
Parking lights ...................... 123
Buttons for Driver
Information Centre ................ 97
6 Instruments .......................... 86
7 Steering wheel controls ........78
8 Driver Information Centre ...... 97
9 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer
system, headlight washer
system, rear wiper, rear
washer system ..................... 80
10 Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 139
Fuel selector button .............. 87
11 Central locking system .......... 21
Hazard warning flashers ....122
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation .......................... 92
Control indicator for front
passenger seat belt ............. 91
12 Info-Display ........................ 102
13 Anti-theft alarm system
status LED ........................... 29
14 Sport mode ........................ 153
Tour mode .......................... 153
Traction Control system ..... 152
Electronic Stability Control . 153
Parking assist ..................... 170
Advanced parking aid ........170
Lane departure warning ..... 178
Heated steering wheel .......... 79
15 Centre air vents .................. 135
16 Glovebox .............................. 62
Fuse box ............................. 212
17 Multifunction knob ............... 102
18 Climate control system ........ 128
19 Ashtray ................................. 85
20 Selector lever, manual
transmission ....................... 148
Automatic transmission ...... 144
21 Electrical parking brake ......150
22 Multifunction unit ................. 102
23 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............ 138
24 Horn ..................................... 79
Driver airbag ........................ 52
25 Bonnet release lever .......... 193
26 Storage compartment .......... 63
27 Steering wheel adjustment ..78
28 Light switch ........................ 117
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 119
Front fog lights ................... 123
12 In brief
Rear fog light ...................... 123
Instrument illumination ....... 124

Exterior lighting

Turn light switch AUTO = automatic light control:
Exterior lighting is switched on and off
m
8 9
Press light switch
> r
automatically
= activation or deactivation
of the automatic light
control = sidelights = low beam
= front fog lights = rear fog light
Lighting 3 117.
In brief 13
Headlight flash, high beam and low beam
headlight flash = pull lever high beam = push lever low beam = push or pull lever
Automatic light control 3 118, High beam 3 118, Headlight flash 3 118.
Turn and lane-change signals
lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal
Turn and lane-change signals 3 122, Parking lights 3 123.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers 3 122.
14 In brief

Horn

Press j.

Washer and wiper systems

Windscreen wiper
2 = fast 1 = slow
P
= interval wiping or automatic
wiping with rain sensor
= off
§
For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 80, Wiper blade replacement 3 198.
Windscreen and headlight washer
Pull lever. Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 80, Washer fluid 3 196.
In brief 15
Rear window wiper
Press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper:
upper switch = continuous
operation
lower switch = intermittent
operation middle position
= off
Rear window washer
Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes for a few strokes.
Rear window wiper/washer 3 82.

Climate control

Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 37.
16 In brief
Demisting and defrosting the windows
Press button V. Set temperature control to warmest
level. Cooling n on. Heated rear window Ü on. Climate control system 3 128.

Transmission

Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, depress clutch pedal, press the release button 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 3 148.
Automatic transmission
P = park R = reverse N = neutral D = drive
Manual mode: move selector lever from D to the left.
= higher gear
<
= lower gear
]
The selector lever can only be moved out of P when the ignition is on and the brake pedal is applied. To engage P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 144.
In brief 17

Starting off

Check before starting off
■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 216,
3 274.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 193.
■ 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 32, 3 42, 3 49.
■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.
Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position 1
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ automatic transmission in P or N
■ do not operate accelerator pedal
■ diesel engines: turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait until control indicator ! extinguishes
■ turn key to position 3 and release
Starting the engine 3 138.
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill and certain conditions are fulfilled, activate an Autostop as follows:
■ Depress the clutch pedal
■ set the lever in neutral
■ release the clutch pedal An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in the tachometer.
To restart the engine, depress the clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 139.
18 In brief

Parking

■ Always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual parking brake without pushing the release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Depress foot brake at the same time to reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electrical parking brake, pull switch m for approx. one second.
■ Switch off the engine. Turn the ignition key to position 0 and remove it. 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 position P.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage first gear or set the selector lever to position 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 position P before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb.
Lock the vehicle with button e on the radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 29.
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface.
■ Close the windows and the sunroof.
■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switched off 3 192.
■ After running at high engine speeds or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx. 30 seconds before switching off, in order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 19, Laying the vehicle up for a long period of time 3 191.
Keys, doors and windows 19

Keys, doors and windows

Keys, locks ................................... 19
Doors ........................................... 25
Vehicle security ............................ 29
Exterior mirrors ............................ 32
Interior mirrors ............................. 34
Windows ...................................... 34
Roof ............................................. 37

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 3 233.
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 button to extend. To fold the key, first press the button.

Car Pass

The Car Pass contains security related vehicle data and should therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to a workshop, this vehicle data is needed in order to perform certain operations.
20 Keys, doors and windows

Radio remote control

Used to operate:
■ Central locking system
■ Anti-theft locking system
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Load compartment tailgate
■ Power windows
■ Sunroof The radio remote control has a range
of up to 50 metres. It can be restricted by external influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded
■ Battery voltage too low
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not in range, which will require re­synchronisation
■ Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent intervals, the power supply is interrupted for a short time
■ Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources
Unlocking 3 21.
Basic settings
Some settings can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 111.
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.
Keys, doors and windows 21
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.

Memorised settings

Whenever the key is removed from the ignition switch, the following settings are automatically memorised by the key:
■ Electronic climate control
■ Lighting
■ Infotainment system
■ Central locking system
■ Sport mode settings
■ Comfort settings The saved settings are automatically
used the next time the memorised key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to position 1 3 138.
A precondition is that Personalization by driver is activated in the personal settings of the Graphic-Info-Display. This must be set for each key used. On vehicles equipped with Colour-Info-Display, the personalisation is permanently activated.
Also memorised are the adjustments of the driver's seat and exterior mirrors, independent of the memory positions 3 45.
Power seat automatically moves into the saved position when unlocking and opening the driver's door with the memorised key and Personalization by remote control in the Colour-Info-Display is activated.
Vehicle personalisation 3 111.

Central locking system

Unlocks and locks doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle unlocks the respective door. Pulling the handle once more opens the door.
Note In the event of an accident in which airbags or belt pretensioners are deployed, the vehicle is automatically unlocked.
Unlocking
Press button c.
22 Keys, doors and windows
Two settings are selectable:
■ To unlock only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler flap, press button c once. To unlock all doors, press button c twice
or
press button c once to unlock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap
The setting can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 111.
The setting can be saved for the key being used. Memorised settings 3 21.
Locking
Close doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap.
Press button e. If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the central locking system will not work. Vehicle personalisation 3 111.
Unlocking and opening the tailgate
Press button c when the ignition is off. The tailgate is released to be unlocked and opened by pushing the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding.
Keys, doors and windows 23
4-door Saloon, Sports Tourer with power tailgate
Press button x when the ignition is off until tailgate opens automatically. All other doors remain locked.
Power tailgate 3 25.
Central locking buttons
Locks or unlocks all doors, the load compartment and fuel filler flap from the passenger compartment.
Fault in radio remote control system
Unlocking
Press the e button to lock. Press the c button to unlock.
Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. Switch on the ignition and press the central locking button c to unlock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. By switching on the ignition, the anti­theft locking system is deactivated.
Locking Manually lock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock.
24 Keys, doors and windows
Fault in central locking system
Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. The other doors can be opened by pulling the interior handle twice. The load compartment and fuel filler flap cannot be opened. To deactivate the anti-theft locking system, switch on the ignition 3 29.
Locking Push inside locking knob of all doors except driver's door. Then close the driver's door and lock it from the outside with the key. The fuel filler flap and tailgate cannot be locked.

Automatic locking

Automatic locking after driving off
This security feature can be configured to automatically lock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap after driving off and exceeding a certain speed.
When at a standstill after driving, the vehicle will be unlocked automatically as soon as the key is removed from the ignition switch.
Activation or deactivation of automatic locking can be set in the menu Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 111.
The setting can be saved for the key being used 3 21.
Automatic relock after unlocking
This feature can be configured to automatically lock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap a short time after unlocking with the remote control, provided no door has been opened.
Activation or deactivation of automatic relock can be set in the menu Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 111.
The setting can be saved for the key being used 3 21.

Child locks

9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever children are occupying the rear seats.
Using a key or suitable screwdriver, turn the child lock in the rear door to the horizontal position. The door cannot be opened from the inside. For deactivation turn the child lock to the vertical position.
Keys, doors and windows 25

Doors

Load compartment

Tailgate
Opening 5-door Hatchback, Sports Tourer
After unlocking, pull the button under the tailgate moulding and open the tailgate manually.
4-door Saloon
Press button x on radio remote control until the tailgate is opened automatically, or pull the button under the tailgate moulding after unlocking.
Central locking system 3 21.
Closing
Use the interior handle. Do not pull the button under the
moulding whilst closing as this will unlock the tailgate again.
Central locking system 3 21.
26 Keys, doors and windows
Power tailgate
9 Warning
Take care when operating the power tailgate. Risk of injury, particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the movable tailgate when operating. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped during operating and no one is standing within the moving area.
The power tailgate is operated by:
■ Radio remote control button x
■ Switch G in the door panel of the driver's door
■ Touchpad switch and button G in the tailgate.
On vehicles with automatic transmission, the tailgate can only be operated when the vehicle is stationary with parking brake applied and automatic transmission in P.
The tail lights flash and a chime sounds when the power tailgate is operating.
Note Operating the power tailgate does not operate the central locking system. To open the tailgate with the remote control, it is not necessary to unlock the vehicle. Unlock the vehicle first, when operating with the touchpad switch or the switch in the driver's door. Lock the vehicle after closing.
Central locking system 3 21.
Operation with radio remote control
Press and hold button x until the tailgate starts to open or close.
Operation with the switch in the driver's door
Press and hold button G until the tailgate starts to open or close.
Operation with switches in the tailgate
Keys, doors and windows 27
To open the tailgate, push and hold the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding until the tailgate starts to move.
To close, press the button G in the open tailgate until it starts to move.
Stop or change direction of movement
Pressing button x or G or the touchpad switch whilst the tailgate is moving will stop the tailgate in the current position. Pressing button x or G again will reverse the direction of movement.
Operation modes The power tailgate has three modes of operation, which are controlled by the switch in the driver's door. To change the mode turn the switch:
■ Normal mode о: power tailgate opens to full height
■ Intermediate mode $: power tailgate opens to a reduced height that can be adjusted
■ Mode Off: tailgate can only be operated manually.
Adjust reduced opening height in intermediate mode
1. Turn operation mode switch to о
or $
2. Open power tailgate with any operation switch
28 Keys, doors and windows
3. Stop movement at the desired height by pressing any operation switch. If required, manually move the stopped tailgate to the desired position
4. Press and hold the button on the inside of the open tailgate for 3 seconds.
A chime sound indicates the new setting.
When turning the adjuster wheel in the driver's door to intermediate mode $, the power tailgate will stop opening at the newly set position.
The tailgate can only be held open if a minimum height is exceeded (minimum opening angle from 30°). The opening height cannot be programmed below that height.
Safety function If the power tailgate encounters an obstacle during opening or closing, the direction of movement will automatically be reversed slightly. Multiple obstacles in one power cycle will deactivate the function. In this case close or open the tailgate manually.
The power tailgate has pinch sensors on the side edges. If the sensors detect obstacles between tailgate and chassis, the tailgate will open, until it is activated again or closed manually.
The safety function is indicated by a warning chime.
Remove all obstacles before resuming normal power operation.
If the vehicle is equipped with factory­fitted towing equipment and a trailer is electrically connected, the power tailgate can only be opened with the
touchpad switch or closed with button G in the open tailgate. Ensure that there are no obstacles in the moving area.
General hints for operating tailgate
9 Warning
Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gases, which can not be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Caution
Before opening the tailgate, check overhead obstructions, such as a garage door, to avoid damage to the tailgate. Always check the moving area above and behind the tailgate.
Keys, doors and windows 29
Note Power tailgate: If the hydraulic lifters of the open tailgate lose pressure, the tail lights will flash and a chime will sound. The tailgate will remain open for a while and then close slowly. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Note The operation of the power tailgate is disabled under low battery condition. In this case the tailgate can be operated manually.
Note With the power tailgate disabled and all doors unlocked, the tailgate can be manually operated. In this case, manually closing the tailgate requires significantly greater force.
Note The installation of certain heavy accessories onto the tailgate may affect its ability to remain open.

Vehicle security

Anti-theft locking system

9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors cannot be unlocked from the inside.
The system deadlocks all the doors. All doors must be closed or the system cannot be activated.
If the ignition was on, the driver's door must be opened and closed once so that the vehicle can be secured.
Unlocking the vehicle disables the mechanical anti-theft locking system. This is not possible with the central locking button.
Activating
Press e on the radio remote control twice within 5 seconds.

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 including adjoining load compartment
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