Opel Corsa: Starting and operating / Ignition switch positions
Turn key:

0 : ignition off: some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously
1 : ignition on power mode: ignition
is on, diesel engine is preheating,
control indicators illuminate and
most electrical functions are
operable
2 : engine start: release key after
engine has been started
Steering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
Danger
Never remove the key from
ignition switch during driving as
this will cause steering wheel lock.
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system...
The electronic key or smart access
device must be inside the vehicle.
Engine start
Operate the clutch pedal (manual
transmission), the brake pedal and
press Start/Stop...
Other information:
High beam
Push to switch from low to high beam.
Push again to deactivate high beam.
High beam assist
This feature activates the high beam
when driving in dark surroundings
and the vehicle speed is faster than
45 km/h.
The camera in the windscreen
detects the lights of oncoming or
preceding vehicles...
Load compartment
Tailgate
Opening
After unlocking, press the tailgate
button below the brand emblem and
open the tailgate.
Closing
Use the interior handle.
Do not push the touchpad whilst
closing as this will unlock the tailgate
again...