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Vauxhall Agila Owner's Manual

Summary of Agila

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    0 - 1 vauxhall agila vauxhall agila owner’s manual model year 2009.0 edition: july 2008 ts 1669-a-09.

  • Page 2: Contents

    -1-1 contents contents in brief......................................... 1-1 keys, doors and windows .......... 2-1 seats, restraints and interior....... 3-1 storage compartments................ 4-1 instruments and controls............. 5-1 lighting....................................... 6-1 infotai...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    0-1 introduction introduction vehicle specific data please enter your vehicle’s data here to keep it easily accessible. This information is available under the chapters “service and maintenance” and "technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Fuel designation engine oil grade viscosity ...

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    0-2 introduction 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 performs perfectly. This owner's manual provides you with all the ne...

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    0-3 introduction symbols the asterisk 3 signifies equipment not fitted to all vehicles (model variants, engine options, models specific to one country, optional equipment, genuine parts and accessories). Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means “see page”. Thank you for choosing a vauxhall. We ...

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    0-4 introduction.

  • Page 7: In Brief

    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, an...

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    1-2 in 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. Adjusting seat height 3: raise or lower lever lever pumping actio...

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    1-3 in brief adjusting head restraint height: press catch, adjust 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...

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    1-4 in 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 ...

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    1-5 in brief.

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    1-6 in brief 1 side air vents .................... 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 wa...

  • Page 13

    1-7 in brief exterior lamps controls: turn light switch: turn adjustment band: press button: 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: further informatio...

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    1-8 in brief turn signal lamps: further information 3 6-2. Hazard warning lamps: horn: press j airbag system 3 3-13, remote control on steering wheel 3 3 5-1, 7-2. Upwards = right turn downwards = left turn on = press ¨ off = press ¨ again.

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    1-9 in brief windscreen wiper: move lever up from 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...

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    1-10 in brief parking the vehicle: apply the parking brake 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 removi...

  • Page 17: Keys, Doors And

    2-1 keys, doors and windows keys, doors and windows 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 case of loss, replacement keys can be ordered fro...

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    2-2 keys, 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 ...

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    2-3 keys, doors and windows door locks the front doors may be manually locked and unlocked 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 lo...

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    2-4 keys, doors and windows to unlock driver’s door only: press button c on remote control once: hazard warning lamps flash twice. To unlock entire 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 ...

  • Page 21: Doors

    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 tailgate to open the tailgate can be opened by operating the button below the handle and lif...

  • Page 22: Vehicle Security

    2-6 keys, 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 central locking system 3 cannot be operated with the remote control, the tailgate can be opened from inside the vehicle. Fold rear s...

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    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 e...

  • Page 24: Exterior Mirrors

    2-8 keys, 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. Ext...

  • Page 25: Interior Mirror

    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 impact. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure to the mirror housing. Heated mirrors 3 the heating operates in ...

  • Page 26: Windows

    2-10 keys, doors and windows windows manual windows the door windows can be operated with the crank. Electric windows 3 operational with key in ignition switch position on. Driver’s and front passenger’s door windows are operated via two switches located in the driver’s door. For incremental operati...

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    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 switch in driver’s door to deactivate front passe...

  • Page 28: Seats, Restraints

    3-1 seats, restraints and interior seats, restraints and interior head restraints head restraint position for maximum protection, the middle of the head restraint should be at eye level. If this is not possible for extremely tall persons, set to highest position, and set to lowest position for extre...

  • Page 29: Front Seats

    3-2 seats, restraints and interior front seats seat position adjust driver’s seat such that, with 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 no...

  • Page 30: Rear Seats

    3-3 seats, restraints and interior adjusting seat height 3 to adjust, operate lever on side of seat. Lever pumping action rear seats folding rear seatbacks the luggage compartment can be enlarged by folding the rear seatbacks onto the seat cushions. Ensure front seats are not in reclined position an...

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    3-4 seats, restraints and interior unlatch detachable connector on centre rear seat belt by inserting the ignition key in the slot on the connector and allow the belt to retract. Insert latch plate into the slit on the belt webbing and insert detached connector latch plate in roof holder slot to the...

  • Page 32: Seat Belts

    3-5 seats, restraints and interior to fold rear bench seat 3, pull both outboard seatback release levers downwards simultaneously, fold seatback forwards and down onto seat cushion. Do not allow passengers to sit on folded seatbacks, or place any unrestrained loads on them. Restoring rear seatbacks ...

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    3-6 seats, restraints and interior in the event of an accident, persons not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and themselves. Control indicator x for driver’s seat belt reminder 3 5-9. Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. They are only suitable for childr...

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    3-7 seats, restraints and interior how to wear seat belts properly pull the belt out evenly from the retractor and guide it over the shoulder, making certain that it is not twisted at any point. The belt must not rest against your neck or arm. The seatback must not be tilted back too far (the recomm...

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    3-8 seats, restraints and interior seat belt height adjustment height adjustment of front seat belt upper anchorage points. Do not adjust height whilst driving. Pull out lock knob and slide adjuster up or down to desired position. Ensure sliding height adjuster latches into position. Removing the be...

  • Page 36: Child Restraints

    3-9 seats, restraints and interior child restraints child restraint systems 3 when a child restraint system is being used, pay attention to the following usage and installation instructions and also those supplied with the child restraint system. The country in which you are driving could require th...

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    3-10 seats, restraints and interior child restraint installation locations x = seat position not suitable for children in this mass group. U = suitable for ’universal’ category child restraints, attached with the vehicle seat belt, approved for use in this mass group. Mass group front passenger’s se...

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    3-11 seats, restraints and interior isofix child restraint systems 3 lower isofix mountings the isofix mountings located between the seatback and seat cushion are used for mounting isofix child restraint systems on the outboard rear seats. The instructions accompanying the isofix child restraint sys...

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    3-12 seats, restraints and interior permissible options for fitting an isofix child restraint system il = suitable for particular isofix restraint systems of the ‘specific-vehicle’, ‘restricted’ or ‘semi-universal’ categories. The isofix restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle typ...

  • Page 40: Airbag System

    3-13 seats, restraints and interior airbag system the airbag system consists of several individual systems. When triggered, the driver’s and front passenger’s airbags inflate to form safety cushions for the driver and front passenger. When triggered, the side airbag inflates to form a safety cushion...

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    3-14 seats, restraints and interior the front airbag system will be triggered depending on the severity of the accident, and within the range shown in the illustration. The ignition must be switched on. When triggered, the airbags inflate in milliseconds. Forward movement of the driver and front pas...

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    3-15 seats, restraints and interior side airbag system 3 the side airbags are identified by the words srs airbag on the outboard side of the front seatbacks and on the b-pillar. The side airbag system will be triggered depending on the severity of the accident and within the range shown in the illus...

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    3-16 seats, restraints and interior when triggered, the airbags inflate in milliseconds. The risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side impact is thereby substantially reduced. Note only install seat covers to the front seats that have been approved for your vehicle with side...

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    3-17 seats, restraints and interior when triggered, the airbags inflate in milliseconds. The risk of injury to the head in the event of a side impact is substantially reduced. Passenger airbag deactivation switch 3 the front and side airbags for the front passenger’s seat must be deactivated if a ch...

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    3-18 seats, restraints and interior switch on ignition; control indicator * flashes in the instrument panel then remains illuminated, to display the current status. Airbag systems for the front passenger’s seat are deactivated. Activation the airbag systems for the front passenger’s seat must be act...

  • Page 46: Storage

    4-1 storage compartments storage compartments interior stowage glove box to open, pull handle. To close, push lid until it latches into position. Cup holders located in the front and rear of the centre console between the front seats. Interior stowage .................... 4-1 luggage compartment ......

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    4-2 storage compartments the front and rear cup holders are a fixed size. Instrument panel storage the instrument panel upper tray is located above the centre air vents. To open, lift front edge of lid. To close, push lid down until it latches into position. The front passenger’s tray is located abo...

  • Page 48: Luggage Compartment

    4-3 storage compartments sunglasses storage compartment 3 to open, pull cover down. To close, push cover back up. Luggage compartment notes on loading the vehicle heavy objects in the luggage compartment should be placed as far forward as possible. If objects are to be stacked, heavier objects shoul...

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    4-4 storage compartments permissible gross vehicle weight, which means that the payload will also change slightly. According to ec directive, the permissible gross vehicle weight includes assumed weights for driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90% full). Note the weights given on the...

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    4-5 storage compartments luggage compartment cover do not place heavy objects on the cover. Loose objects should be secured safely in the luggage compartment before driving. To remove the luggage compartment cover, pull either side of the cover from the retaining lugs. The luggage compartment cover ...

  • Page 51: Roof Rack System 3

    4-6 storage compartments roof rack system 3 for reasons of safety and to avoid damaging the roof, we recommend that you use roof rack systems approved for your vehicle. Fasten the roof rack to the roof rails following the instructions that accompany the system, ensuring that the roof load is evenly ...

  • Page 52: Instruments and

    5-1 instruments and controls instruments and controls steering wheel adjustment to adjust steering wheel 3, pull lever forwards, adjust height, push lever back and engage. Adjust steering wheel only with vehicle stationary and steering column lock released. Push the lever firmly backwards to ensure ...

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    5-2 instruments and controls horn j to activate horn, press steering wheel. Windscreen wiper to activate, move lever: move lever up from position off: single swipe. Adjustable wiper interval 3 set the lever to adjustable timed interval wiper position int. Rotate int time adjustment band upwards for ...

  • Page 54

    5-3 instruments and controls windscreen wash system to activate, pull lever towards steering wheel. Wash fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen. In vehicles with timed interval wipe position int 3, the wiper switches on automatically at low speed if they are not already activated. Rear window wiper/wa...

  • Page 55

    5-4 instruments and controls outside temperature 3 the outside temperature is shown in the odometer display when the ignition is switched on. If outside temperature drops to near freezing point (0 °c), the symbol : illuminates in the odometer display as a warning for icy road surfaces. Power outlets...

  • Page 56: Warning Lights, Gauges

    5-5 instruments and controls cigarette lighter ) 3 with ignition switch in positions acc or on, push the cigarette lighter in all the way and release it. Heating up ceases once element is glowing; cigarette lighter pops up automatically. Withdraw lighter. Ashtrays 3 portable ashtray the portable ash...

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    5-6 instruments and controls odometer the odometer indicates how far the vehicle has been driven. Trip odometer there are two independent trip odometers which indicate how far the vehicle has been driven since the last reset. Press the mode button repeatedly until a or b appears on the left of the o...

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    5-7 instruments and controls fuel gauge indicates fuel level when the ignition is on ( f indicates full, e indicates empty). When fuel gauge indicates that fuel supply is low (one segment on the gauge is illuminated), fill up fuel tank as soon as possible. If control indicator y illuminates in the i...

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    5-8 instruments and controls instrument cluster control indicators the control indicators described here are not present in all vehicles. The description applies to all instrument versions. The colours of the control indicators mean: red danger, important reminder. Yellow warning, information, fault...

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    5-9 instruments and controls x driver’s seat belt will illuminate in red when ignition is switched on if driver’s seat belt is not engaged. If vehicle speed exceeds 9 mph (15 km/h) and driver’s seat belt is not engaged, the control indicator will flash for approx. 90 seconds along with a warning chi...

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    5-10 instruments and controls if it does not illuminate when the ignition is switched on, stays lit or illuminates during driving, there is a fault in the abs. The vehicle’s brake system may remain operational without abs regulation. If it illuminates during driving along with brake system control i...

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    5-11 instruments and controls if it stays lit or illuminates during driving, there is a fault with esp ® . The vehicle’s brake system remains operational without esp ® regulation. Seek the assistance of a workshop to have the cause of the fault remedied. Further information 3 9-10. W engine coolant ...

  • Page 63

    5-12 instruments and controls depress clutch, move gearshift lever to neutral (automatic transmission 3 to n), switch off ignition. Check engine oil level. If the oil level is low, top up using the specified engine oil 3 10-3, 11-6, 12-3. If the oil level is normal, seek the assistance of a workshop...

  • Page 64

    5-13 instruments and controls if it illuminates when the engine is running; there may be a fault in the engine electronics: interrupt your journey and seek the assistance of a workshop. If regeneration of the diesel particle filter is not successful or possible (3 5-13 “ 8 diesel particle filter 3“)...

  • Page 65

    5-14 instruments and controls service interval display 3 in the case of vehicles with fixed engine oil change and service intervals, insp appears in the odometer display if the ignition is switched on when servicing is overdue: have the next service carried out within one week or 300 miles (500 km)....

  • Page 66

    5-15 instruments and controls instantaneous consumption display of instantaneous fuel consumption. Until the vehicle is moving, “--.-” appears in the display. Average consumption display of average fuel consumption. The measurement can be restarted at any time. To reset: with average consumption sho...

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    5-16 instruments and controls if control indicator y illuminates in the instrument cluster, refuel immediately, regardless of the value shown in the range display. Setting units of measure you can select which units of measure are to be used for fuel consumption figures. With the vehicle stationary ...

  • Page 68: Lighting

    6-1 lighting lighting exterior lighting exterior lamps controls rotate end of lever: in positions 8 and p, the tail lamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lamps are also on. Headlamp range adjustment q correct adjustment reduces dazzle for other road users. With dipped beam on, adjust headl...

  • Page 69

    6-2 lighting hazard warning lamps to operate, press button ¨. Turn signal lamps to activate, move lever up or down: when the steering wheel is turned back, the lever automatically returns to its rest position. This will not happen when making a minor steering manoeuvre such as lane changing. Tap sig...

  • Page 70

    6-3 lighting front fog lamps >3 the front fog lamps can only be switched on when the ignition is on and the light switch is in position 8 or p. Follow the regulations of the country in which you are driving when using front fog lamps. Rear fog lamp r the rear fog lamp can only be switched on when th...

  • Page 71: Interior Lighting

    6-4 lighting interior lighting courtesy lamps move switch position: in the door position, front interior lamps and the luggage compartment lamp function as courtesy lamps and illuminate when the doors or tailgate are opened. If doors or tailgate remain opened, lamps remain illuminated for approx. 15...

  • Page 72: Infotainment

    7-1 infotainment system infotainment system steering wheel mounted remote control 3 ................. 7-2 theft-deterrent feature.......... 7-3 operation .............................. 7-4 sound settings ...................... 7-5 radio .................................... 7-6 audio players ...........

  • Page 73

    7-2 infotainment system 9 ta traffic announcement 0 3, rdm radio: preset station 3, cd/mp3: random playback a 6, text radio: preset station 6, mp3: text display b 2, rpt radio: preset station 2, cd/mp3: repeat track c 5, disc/fld + radio: preset station 5, mp3: skip to next folder d 4, - disc/fld ra...

  • Page 74

    7-3 infotainment system to search for the next or previous radio station: press and hold the h button (higher frequency) or g button (lower frequency). To select the next or previous preset station: briefly press the h button (next stored station) or g button (previous stored station). With cd mode ...

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    7-4 infotainment system entering 4-digit security id when the infotainment system is switched on after the unit has been removed or the battery has been disconnected, the 4-digit security id must be entered, otherwise the unit is inoperable. “sec” appears in the display when the system is switched o...

  • Page 76

    7-5 infotainment system mute function press the i button 3. In cd mode, playback is paused instead of muting. Cancelling the mute function press the i button 3 again. - or - press any other button. - or - switch off the infotainment system. The mute function is deactivated the next time the system i...

  • Page 77: Radio

    7-6 infotainment system radio radio reception 3 vehicle radio reception will differ from that obtained with domestic radios. As the vehicle antenna is relatively near the ground, the broadcasting companies cannot guarantee the same quality of reception as is obtained with a domestic radio using an o...

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    7-7 infotainment system if less than 6 stations with strong signals can be received, the number of preset stations may be less than 6. If no stations with strong signals can be received, previously stored stations are reset. When automatic storing is complete, the radio station stored under preset s...

  • Page 79

    7-8 infotainment system (e.G. News). The pty code enables selection of the station according to program type. Searching for stations by program type press the pty button 8 to select pty mode. Turn the b volume rotary knob f to select the desired pty (e.G. News, sports). Press the h button j or g but...

  • Page 80: Audio Players

    7-9 infotainment system audio players single cd player the infotainment system is equipped with a cd player that can play audio cds and, if equipped, mp3 cds 3. The cd player will automatically recognise the cd type. Do not, under any circumstances, insert dvds, single cds with a diameter of 8 cm an...

  • Page 81: Mobile Telephones And

    7-10 infotainment system selecting next or previous mp3 folder 3 if the mp3 cd consists of several folders, the required folder can be selected as follows: press the disc/fld + button c to skip to the next folder. Press the - disc/fld button d to skip back to the previous folder. Displaying mp3 text...

  • Page 82

    7-11 infotainment system operation of a handsfree attachment with no outside antenna, using the mobile telephone standards gsm 900/1800/1900 and umts, may take place only if the maximum transmission power of the mobile telephone does not exceed 2 watts, in the case of gsm 900, and otherwise 1 watt. ...

  • Page 83: Climate Controls

    8-1 climate controls climate controls climate control system ventilation, heating and cooling 3 are combined into one unit that is designed to provide comfort regardless of the season, weather or outside temperature. Button for cooling n (or a/c) is only present in version with air conditioning syst...

  • Page 84

    8-2 climate controls air flow four fan speeds: the rate of air flow is determined by the fan. The fan should therefore be switched on during driving. Air distribution window demisting and defrosting to clear misted or icy windows, e.G. Due to damp weather, damp clothing or low outside temperatures: ...

  • Page 85

    8-3 climate controls for simultaneous warming of the footwell, set air distribution rotary knob to j. Switch on air conditioning 3 to improve defrosting efficiency when position j or v is selected. Air recirculation mode 3 during ’normal’ operation, the heating, ventilation and air conditioning syst...

  • Page 86

    8-4 climate controls even with air conditioning on, if temperature rotary knob is set to warm, the vehicle will still produce warm air in the passenger compartment. To improve efficiency of the air conditioning, always close the windows, to prevent chilled air from escaping. In very high temperature...

  • Page 87

    8-5 climate controls side air vents to open and close side air vents, turn horizontal knurled wheel to the left or right. Open side air vents when air distribution rotary knob is set to position m or l. The air flow can be directed up and down by tilting the slats up and down using the central adjus...

  • Page 88: Maintenance

    8-6 climate controls maintenance air intake the air intakes in front of the windscreen in the engine compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake. Remove any leaves, dirt or snow. Pollen filter the pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen and spores from the air entering from outside. Replace t...

  • Page 89: Driving and

    9-1 driving and operating driving and operating starting the vehicle driving hints during the first 600 miles (1000 km), drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do not use full throttle. Never allow the engine to labour at low revs. Make good use of all gears. Depress the accelerator pedal a maximum o...

  • Page 90

    9-2 driving and operating to release the steering column lock, turn ignition key to position acc and rotate steering wheel slightly. Before starting-off, check: tyre pressures and condition. Engine oil level and fluid levels in engine compartment 3 10-3. All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and l...

  • Page 91: Transmission

    9-3 driving and operating 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. Switch off exterior lamps, otherwise the headlamp warning device will sound when...

  • Page 92

    9-4 driving and operating selector lever settings selector lever can only be moved out of p or n with the ignition switched on and the foot brake depressed. Never shift to p or r while the vehicle is moving. Gears 3, 2, l the transmission does not shift above the selected gear. The current gear appe...

  • Page 93

    9-5 driving and operating stopping the vehicle engage parking brake and move selector lever to position p. It will not be possible to turn the ignition key to the lock position unless the selector lever is in position p. Rocking the vehicle if it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from...

  • Page 94

    9-6 driving and operating if the battery is not the cause of the fault, release selector lever as follows: this procedure is for emergency use only. If repeated use of this procedure is necessary, or the procedure does not work as described, seek the assistance of a workshop. Manual transmission rev...

  • Page 95: Engine Exhaust

    9-7 driving and operating engine exhaust diesel particle filter (dpf) 3 the diesel particle filter removes polluting soot particles out of the exhaust. The system contains a self-cleaning function at certain intervals. The filter is cleaned by burning the soot particles at high temperature. This pro...

  • Page 96

    9-8 driving and operating catalytic converter controlling exhaust emission the catalytic converter reduces to a minimum the proportion of noxious materials in the exhaust, such as carbon monoxide (co), hydrocarbons (ch) and nitrogen oxides (no x ). Leaded fuel will damage the catalytic converter and...

  • Page 97: Brakes

    9-9 driving and operating brakes foot brake the brake system comprises two separate brake circuits. If one brake circuit should fail, the vehicle can still be braked with the second remaining circuit. If this happens, the brake pedal must be fully depressed with greater pedal pressure. The distance ...

  • Page 98: Ride Control Systems

    9-10 driving and operating brake assist rapid powerful application of the brake pedal automatically applies maximum brake force amplification to achieve the shortest possible braking distance under full braking (brake assist). Maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal for as long as full-on brakin...

  • Page 99

    9-11 driving and operating fault control indicator esp illuminates during driving if there is a fault with esp ® . Seek the assistance of a workshop to have the cause of the fault remedied. Esp fault control indicator 3 5-10. Traction control support system (tcss) 3 tcss is a component part of the e...

  • Page 100: Fuel

    9-12 driving and operating fuel petrol engine fuel use only unleaded fuels meeting the specifications of din en 228. Refuel using the correct octane number 3 12-3. If the ron 95 label is attached to the tank flap, unleaded fuel with an octane rating of 95 or higher must be used. Diesel engine fuel u...

  • Page 101

    9-13 driving and operating the tank flap is opened by pulling up the release lever located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. The fuel filler neck is located on the left rear side of the vehicle. To open fuel filler cap: turn it anti- clockwise. Fuel consumption, co 2 emissions directive 80/...

  • Page 102: Vehicle Care

    10-1 vehicle care vehicle care general information accessories and vehicle modifications we recommend the use of ‘vauxhall genuine parts and accessories’ expressly released for your vehicle type. Do not make any changes to the vehicle’s electrical systems. End-of-life vehicle recovery for detailed i...

  • Page 103

    10-2 vehicle care bonnet to open the bonnet, pull release lever / located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, below the instrument panel. Locate the safety catch on the underside of the bonnet, push the catch to the left and lift the bonnet. To hold the bonnet in the open position, disengage the su...

  • Page 104

    10-3 vehicle care to close, lift bonnet slightly, release the support rod from the hole and press it back into its retaining clip. Lower the bonnet gradually, allowing it to drop from a height of approx. 30 cm. Check that the bonnet is locked in position before driving, by pulling at its front edge....

  • Page 105

    10-4 vehicle care when replenishing, attempt to use the same type of engine oil as used at the last oil change. The engine oil level must not go above the upper (max) mark on the dipstick. Capacities 3 12-5. Engine oil life monitor 3 3 5-14. Engine coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection the ant...

  • Page 106

    10-5 vehicle care if it falls below the low mark when the system is cold, the coolant must be replenished. Top up coolant level to the full mark, using a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and distilled water. Ensure that the coolant level does not go over the full mark. If no antifreeze is available, top ...

  • Page 107

    10-6 vehicle care replacing rear window wiper lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as shown in illustration and remove. Brakes brake pads worn to their minimum thickness may generate a grinding noise. It is possible to continue driving. Have your brake pads replaced as soon as possible. Do not brak...

  • Page 108: Bulb Replacement

    10-7 vehicle care diesel fuel system, bleeding it is possible to restart the engine if the tank has been run dry. With vehicle stationary, turn key to ignition switch position on for more than 5 seconds, then turn to start. If engine does not start, wait approx.15 seconds before repeating starting p...

  • Page 109

    10-8 vehicle care high beam and dipped beam 1.Remove headlamp protective cover. 2.Detach plug connector from bulb. 3.Push retaining spring wire clip forward and unhook it. 4.Remove bulb from reflector housing and pull bulb straight out of socket. 5.Insert new bulb by pushing in and install in reflec...

  • Page 110

    10-9 vehicle care 2. Remove bulb from socket by pulling straight out. 3. Insert new bulb by pushing in. 4. Insert bulb holder in reflector housing, rotate clockwise and engage in position. If the bulb is inaccessible, seek the assistance of a workshop. Rear combination lamps 1. Open tailgate. 2. Rem...

  • Page 111

    10-10 vehicle care sidemarker lamps as the bulb is built-in the lamp assembly, the lamp assembly must be replaced. 1.Slide lamp assembly towards rear of vehicle. 2.Remove lamp assembly and replace. 3.Install new lamp assembly in aperture. Centre high-mounted stoplamp (chmsl) 1. Open tailgate and rem...

  • Page 112: Electrical System

    10-11 vehicle care interior lamps 1. Using a suitable screwdriver covered by a cloth, pry lens away from roof lining. 2. Remove bulb by pulling straight out. 3. Insert new bulb, ensuring contact springs hold the bulb securely. 4. Reinstall lens in roof lining by pushing it back into original positio...

  • Page 113

    10-12 vehicle care a defective fuse can be recognized by its melted wire. A new fuse should only be installed after the cause of the trouble has been eliminated. To help in replacing fuses, a fuse extractor is located in the instrument panel fuse box and in the engine compartment fuse box. Do not us...

  • Page 114

    10-13 vehicle care some circuits may be protected by several fuses. Engine compartment fuse box petrol engines the fuse box is located next to the battery in the engine compartment. To open, disengage cover and tilt upwards. No. Circuit 1 - 2 ignition coils 3 reversing lamp 4 instrument cluster 5 ac...

  • Page 115

    10-14 vehicle care do not store any objects behind the cover. Some circuits may be protected by several fuses. Diesel engines the fusebox is located behind the rear of the battery. To open, disengage cover and lift upwards. No. Circuit 1 heater fan 2 fuel injection 3 air conditioning compressor 4 au...

  • Page 116: Wheels

    10-15 vehicle care some circuits may be protected by several fuses. Wheels tyres factory-fitted tyres are matched to the chassis and offer optimum driving comfort and safety. Winter tyres 3 tyres of size 165/70 r 14 and 185/60 r 15 may be used as winter tyres. Winter tyres improve safety at temperat...

  • Page 117

    10-16 vehicle care tyre designations meanings: e.G. 185/60 r 15 84 t speed code letters: tyre pressure tyre pressures 3 12-8. Also may be shown on a label located on the driver’s door pillar. After having checked the tyre pressures, securely tighten the valve caps. The specified tyre pressures are v...

  • Page 118

    10-17 vehicle care tyre condition drive over edges slowly and at a right angle if possible. When parking, ensure that the tyres are not pressed against the edge of the kerb. Check tyres regularly for damage (foreign bodies, punctures, cuts, cracks, bulges in sidewalls). Check wheels for damage. In t...

  • Page 119

    10-18 vehicle care tyre chains must not be used on the temporary spare wheel. Tyre repair kit 3 minor damage to the tyre tread can be temporarily repaired with the tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign bodies from the tyres. Damaged areas bigger than 4 mm and damage at the tyre rim cannot be repair...

  • Page 120

    10-19 vehicle care 2. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre and unscrew valve insert using supplied remover. 9 warning the air remaining in the tyre can cause the insert to be forced out under pressure during removal. 3. Remove the plug from the end of the filler hose and insert filler hose onto tyr...

  • Page 121

    10-20 vehicle care 7. Unwrap accessory plug lead from the compressor unit. Insert plug into accessory socket. 8. Turn ignition key to position acc. 9. Switch compressor on/off switch to position i (on). 10. Inflate the tyre to the correct pressure 3 12-8. If there is no reading, the air compressor h...

  • Page 122

    10-21 vehicle care note the driving characteristics of the repaired tyre is severely affected, therefore have this tyre replaced. If unusual noise is heard or the compressor becomes hot, turn compressor off for at least 30 minutes. Pay attention to storage information and best before date on sealant...

  • Page 123: Wheel Changing

    10-22 vehicle care wheel changing in order to reduce the chance of possible injuries, make the following preparations and note the procedure: park on a level, firm and non- slippery surface. Switch on hazard warning lamps and apply parking brake. Engage reverse gear (automatic transmission 3 in p). ...

  • Page 124

    10-23 vehicle care 4. Attach the jack handle to the wheel bolt wrench (as shown in illustration) and insert hook end of jack handle through jack eye. Before positioning the jack, set it to the necessary height by rotating the jack handle clockwise using the attached wheel bolt wrench. 5. Position ja...

  • Page 125

    10-24 vehicle care temporary spare wheel the temporary spare wheel is designed for use on your vehicle only. Do not attempt to use the spare tyre on a different wheel, or use a different tyre on the spare wheel, as they will not fit. Ensure the temporary spare wheel is inflated to the correct tyre p...

  • Page 126

    10-25 vehicle care remove the retainer by rotating it anti-clockwise, and remove spare wheel from the spare wheel well. General information if you use winter tyres 3, the spare wheel may still be fitted with a summer tyre. If you use the spare wheel when it is fitted with a summer tyre, the vehicle'...

  • Page 127: Jump Starting 3

    10-26 vehicle care rotate jack shaft anti-clockwise and remove jack from storage bracket. To stow the jack after use, place it in its storage bracket and turn jack shaft clockwise until jack is held securely in place. Jump starting 3 do not start with quick charger, to prevent damage to electronic c...

  • Page 128

    10-27 vehicle care manual transmission in neutral, automatic transmission 3 in p. Connect the leads in the order shown in the illustration: 1. Connect one end of the first jump lead to the positive terminal 1 of the battery providing the jump start (identified by “+” sign on battery case or terminal...

  • Page 129: Towing

    10-28 vehicle care towing towing the vehicle towing from the front is permissible in emergency situations only. For fixing of the front towing eye, remove the towing eye socket cover by pressing the lower part of the cover. The towing eye attachment is stored below the spare wheel in the luggage com...

  • Page 130: Interior Care

    10-29 vehicle care vehicles with manual transmission can also be towed from the front with all four wheels on the ground. In this case, the gearshift lever must be in neutral with the parking brake released and the key in ignition switch position acc, to permit release of the steering column lock be...

  • Page 131: Exterior Care

    10-30 vehicle care exterior care locks the locks are lubricated with a high- grade lock cylinder grease at the factory. Only use de-icing agents in emergencies, as they have a degreasing effect and will impair the function of the locks. After using a de-icing agent, have the locks regreased. Seek th...

  • Page 132

    10-31 vehicle care polishing polishing is necessary only if the paint has become dull or if solid deposits have become attached to it. Paintwork polish with silicone forms a protective film, making waxing unnecessary. Plastic body parts should not be treated with wax and polish. Use metallic paintwo...

  • Page 133

    10-32 vehicle care on vehicles which are washed frequently in automatic car washes with underbody washing facility, the protective wax coating may be impaired by dirt-dissolving additives. Check the underbody after washing and have it waxed if necessary. Before the start of the cold weather season, ...

  • Page 134: Service and

    11-1 service and maintenance service and maintenance scheduled maintenance service intervals interim service due every 10,000 miles (15,000 km) or 1 year, whichever occurs first. Main service due every 20,000 miles (30,000 km) or 2 years, whichever occurs first. The service intervals are based on av...

  • Page 135: Service Schedule

    11-2 service and maintenance service schedule ⊕ additional operations. O under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced. Service operations by year 1) miles (x 1000) 1) km (x 1000) 1) 1) whichever occurs first. 1 10 15 2 20 30 3 30 45 4 4...

  • Page 136

    11-3 service and maintenance service operations by year 1) miles (x 1000) 1) km (x 1000) 1) 1) whichever occurs first. ⊕ additional operations. O under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced. 1 10 15 2 20 30 3 30 45 4 40 60 5 50 75 6 60...

  • Page 137

    11-4 service and maintenance ⊕ additional operations. O under extreme operating conditions and if required by country-specific conditions, the intervals are reduced. Service operations by year 1) miles (x 1000) 1) km (x 1000) 1) 1 10 15 2 20 30 3 30 45 4 40 60 5 50 75 6 60 90 o ⊕ automatic transmiss...

  • Page 138: Additional Servicing

    11-5 service and maintenance additional servicing additional operations ⊕ additional work is work that is not required every service but can be performed in conjunction with a regular service. Time allowances for such work are not included in the scope of regular services and will be charged for add...

  • Page 139

    11-6 service and maintenance engine oil engine oil is identified by its quality and also its viscosity. Quality is more important than viscosity when selecting which engine oil to use. Engine oil quality vauxhall engine oil meets classifications gm-ll-a-025 and gm-ll-b-025 and is therefore suitable ...

  • Page 140

    11-7 service and maintenance the system is factory-filled with coolant designed for frost protection down to approx. -28 °c. This concentration should be maintained all year-round. Coolant additives intended to give additional corrosion protection or seal against minor leaks can cause function probl...

  • Page 141: Technical Data

    12-1 technical data technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) the technical data is determined in accordance with european community standards. We reserve the right to make modifications. Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over those given in...

  • Page 142

    12-2 technical data for example, if the front axle load is being fully utilized, the rear axle can only bear a load that is equal to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load. The visible vin may also be stamped on a plate and affixed to the instrument panel on the driver’s side, visible th...

  • Page 143

    12-3 technical data capacities and specifications engine data sales designation engine identifier code 1.0 petrol k 10 b 1.2 petrol k 12 b 1.3 diesel d 13 a number of cylinders 3 4 4 bore dia. (mm) 73 73 69.6 stroke (mm) 79.4 74.2 82.0 piston displacement (cm 3 ) 996 1242 1248 max. Engine power (kw)...

  • Page 144

    12-4 technical data performance (approx.Mph/ km/h) fuel consumption, co 2 emission (approx.) to convert l/100 km into mpg, divide 282 by the number of litres/100km. Engine k 10 b k 12 b d 13 a maximum speed 1) manual transmission automatic transmission 1) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at...

  • Page 145

    12-5 technical data capacities (approx. In litres) engine k 10 b k 12 b d 13 a engine coolant 4.4 4.5 5.9 fuel tank 45 45 45 engine oil with filter change 3.9 3.9 3.2 engine oil between min and max on dipstick 1.0 1.0 1.0 wash fluid reservoir for windscreen and rear window wash system 2.5 2.5 2.5.

  • Page 146

    12-6 technical data dimensions (approx.) overall length (mm) 3740 width (mm) 1680 overall height (mm) 1590 wheelbase (mm) 2360 turning circle diameter, kerb to kerb (m) 9.6.

  • Page 147

    12-7 technical data vehicle weights (approx.) weights (kg), kerb weights model engine manual transmission automatic transmission agila k 10 b 975 - k 12 b 990 1040 d 13 a 1085 - agila with optional equipment k 10 b 1030 - k 12 b 1045 1065 d 13 a 1150 -.

  • Page 148

    12-8 technical data tyre pressures in psi/bar tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons eco tyre pressure for load of up to 3 persons tyre pressure for full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear k 10 b, k 12 b, 165/70 r 14 33/2.3 33/2.3 - - 36/2.5 41/2.8 185/60 r 15 33/2.3 30/2.1 41/2.8...

  • Page 149: Index

    13-1 index index a abs ........................................... 9-9 accessories ...............3-9, 4-5, 10-6 accessory socket ....................... 5-4 air conditioning system ....... 8-1, 8-3 air intake .................................... 8-6 air recirculation .......................... 8-3 ...

  • Page 150

    13-2 index c capacities ................................ 12-5 care .......................................10-29 catalytic converter .....................9-8 central locking system ........2-3, 2-4 centre high-mounted stoplamp (chmsl) bulb replacement ................ 10-10 changing the battery remot...

  • Page 151

    13-3 index d dashboard - see instrument panel ........................1-5 data ......................................... 12-1 demisting and defrosting ........... 8-2 diesel ....................................... 9-12 diesel fuel system ................... 10-7 diesel particle filter (dpf) .5-13, 9...

  • Page 152

    13-4 index h hand brake, see parking brake .9-9 hazard warning lamps ...............6-2 head restraints ...........................3-1 headlamp flash .......................... 6-2 headlamp range adjustment ...... 6-1 headlamps .................................6-1 bulb replacement .....................

  • Page 153

    13-5 index m main beam, see high beam ....... 6-2 maintenance ............................11-1 air conditioning ....................... 8-4 antifreeze protection ............10-4 brake fluid ............................10-6 brakes ....................................9-9 engine oil .....................

  • Page 154

    13-6 index s safeguard against unauthorised use ................7-3, 9-1 safety .......................................10-1 safety accessories ..............3-9, 4-5 safety locks ................................ 2-4 seat adjustment .........................3-2 seat belt reminder .......................

  • Page 155

    13-7 index w warning chimes ....................... 5-13 warning triangle ........................4-5 wash fluid reservoir ................. 10-5 washing the vehicle ..............10-30 weights ....................................12-7 wheel condition ..................... 10-17 wheel covers ...........

  • Page 156

    13-8 index.