Opel Corsa: Driving and operating / Starting and operating
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.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher.
Additionally, the cleaning process of
the exhaust filter may take place more
often.
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering)...
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 ig..
Other information:
In the event of a fault with the
emissions control system, different
messages are displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
The messages and the restrictions
are a legal requirement. The warning
messages are accompanied by the
control indicators ,
and
.
Additionally, a chime will sound.
Follow the instructions of the warning
messages. If starting is prevented,
seek the assistance of a ..
The Matrix-LED headlight system
contains a variety of particular LEDs
in each headlight which enables the
control of the adaptive forward
lighting functions.
Light distribution and intensity of light
are variably triggered depending on
the lighting conditions, road type and
driving situation. The vehicle adapts
the headlights automatically to the
situation to enable optimal light
perform..