Opel Corsa: Trailer hitch / Driving characteristics and towing tips
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the
coupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements.
During trailer towing do not exceed a
speed of 80 km/h. A maximum speed
of 100 km/h is only appropriate if an
oscillation damper is used and the
permissible gross trailer weight does
not exceed the vehicle’s curb weight.
For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers, the use of an
oscillation damper is strongly
recommended.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more
slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load.
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment...
Trailer loads
The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled...
Other information:
LED tail lights
Have lights repaired by a workshop in
case of failure.
Light assembly in the body
Open the tailgate then remove the
access cover on the relevant side.
Slacken the lamp fixing nut using
a box spanner or socket.To avoid losing the nut if it drops
into the wing trim, first place a
cloth below it...
Cigarette lighter
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches
off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out cigarette lighter.
Ashtrays
Caution
To be used only for ash and not for
combustible rubbish.
A portable ashtray can be placed in
the cupholders...