Vauxhall Tigra (2009 year). Manual - part 7
Climate control
99
z Cooling n on, the air conditioning
Regular operation
compressor automatically switches
For consistently good operation, cooling
off in low outdoor temperatures
(air conditioning compressor) 3 must be
(ice formation),
switched on for several minutes once per
z Turn the temperature rotary knob
month regardless of the weather and the
clockwise.
time of year. Operation with the air
conditioning compressor switched on is not
z Set fan speed to 3 or 4.
possible at low outside temperatures.
z Air distribution rotary knob to V, air
Service
recirculation system
4
automatically
switches off,
For optimal cooling performance, we
recommend that the climate control
- or -
system be checked annually, starting
if there is still moisture in the system after
3 years after initial vehicle registration.
previous air conditioning operation, the
z Functionality and pressure test.
windows may mist up. To prevent this,
set air distribution to K before starting
Air intake
z Heating functionality.
engine and set to V approx. 5 seconds
The air intakes in front of the windscreen on
z Leakage check.
after starting.
the far right and left sides of the engine
z Check of drive belts.
compartment must be kept clear to allow
z Activate heated rear window Ü.
air intake. Remove any leaves, dirt or snow.
z Cleaning of condenser and evaporator
z Open side air vents as required and
drainage.
direct them towards the side windows.
Pollen filter
z Performance check.
The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen
and spores from the air entering from
outside. The active carbon layer 3
eliminates most odours and noxious
environmental gases from the air.
100
Driving and Operation
Easytronic 3
Driving and Operation
The Easytronic transmission 3 permits
manual gearshifting (Manual mode)
or automatic gearshifting
(Automatic mode), both with automatic
clutch control.
Easytronic 3
100
Transmission display
Manual transmission
105
Shows the mode or current gear.
Driving hints
106
If the Winter programme is activated, T is
Saving fuel, protecting the
illuminated.
environment
108
Fuel, refuelling
110
Catalytic converter, engine emissions
112
Drive control systems
114
Hydraulic brake system
119
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS u)
120
Handbrake
121
Brake assist
121
Wheels, tyres
121
Driving and Operation
101
Selector lever in o (centre position)
Once the selector lever has been moved
from N to position o (centre position) with
the footbrake depressed, the Easytronic is
in automatic mode and first gear has been
selected (second gear with Winter
programme enabled). "A" appears in the
transmission display.
When the footbrake is released the vehicle
starts to "creep". If the footbrake is not
depressed, "A" flashes. Start off by
pressing the accelerator immediately or
more selector lever back to N and repeat
procedure with footbrake depressed.
Shifting to different gears takes place
Starting the engine
Operating Easytronic with the selector
automatically in automatic mode,
When starting the engine, activate the
lever
depending on the driving conditions.
footbrake at the same time. The engine
Always move the selector lever all the way
can only be started in position N and with
to the stop. Note the gear or mode
the footbrake activated. The transmission
indicator in the transmission display.
display shows "N". If the footbrake is not
Selector lever in N
activated, the control indicator j 3
Neutral.
illuminates in the instrument cluster and
"N" flashes in the transmission display; the
engine cannot be started.
Also the vehicle cannot be started if all
brake lamps have failed.
102
Driving and Operation
Selector lever in + or -
Stopping the vehicle
+ Shift to a higher gear.
In Automatic and Manual mode, when the
vehicle has stopped, first gear (second
-
Shift to a lower gear.
gear with Winter programme engaged) is
If a higher gear is selected when the
engaged automatically and the clutch is
running speed is too low, or a lower gear
disengaged. In R, reverse gear remains
when the speed is too high, no shift is
engaged.
effected. This prevents the engine from
If a warning signal sounds when the
running at too low or too high revs.
driver’s door is opened (footbrake not
Gears can be skipped by jogging the
depressed), move the selector lever to N
selector lever repeatedly at short intervals.
and apply the handbrake.
When the vehicle is in Automatic mode, the
When stopping on gradients, apply the
Easytronic shifts to Manual mode when the
handbrake or depress the brake pedal.
selector lever is set to position + or -. The
To prevent overheating of the clutch, do
transmission display shows the currently
not increase engine speed to ensure
Selector lever in A/M
selected gear.
smooth idling when in gear.
Switch between Automatic and Manual
Selector lever in R
Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy
mode.
Reverse gear. Engage only when vehicle is
period, e.g. in traffic jams or at level
In Manual mode, gears can be selected
stationary.
crossings.
manually by moving the selector lever to
Press button on selector lever, select R.
Electronically controlled driving
+ or -. The current gear is indicated in the
The transmission display shows "R".
programmes in automatic mode
transmission display.
z The operating temperature programme
If R is selected when the vehicle is in motion,
If the engine speed is too low, Easytronic
increases the engine speed after a cold
"R" flashes in the transmission display and
will automatically shift to a lower gear even
start to bring the catalytic converter to
no gear is engaged.
in Manual mode. This prevents the engine
the required temperature quickly.
from stalling.
z Adaptive programmes automatically
adapt gear selection to suit the driving
conditions, such as if the vehicle has a
high payload, or is being driven on
inclines.
Driving and Operation
103
Engine braking
Automatic mode:
When driving downhill, the Easytronic does
not shift into higher gears until a fairly high
engine speed has been reached. When
braking, it shifts down in good time.
Manual mode:
To utilise the engine braking effect, select a
lower gear in good time when driving
downhill.
"Rocking" the vehicle
Only if it becomes necessary to rock the
vehicle to free it from sand, mud, snow or a
hole, move the selector lever between o
(centre position) and R in a repeat pattern.
Winter programme T
Kickdown
Do not race the engine and avoid sudden
In the event of difficulties starting-off on
If the accelerator pedal is pressed past the
acceleration.
slippery roads, press button T ("A" and T
pressure point, the transmission shifts to a
appear in the transmission display). The
lower gear, depending on engine speed.
Easytronic switches to Automatic mode
During kickdown, no manual gearshifting is
and the vehicle sets-off in second gear.
possible.
The Winter programme is switched off by:
When the engine speed approaches its
z pressing the T button again,
upper limit, the transmission shifts to a
higher gear during kickdown even in
z turning off the ignition,
Manual mode.
z switching to Manual mode,
Without kickdown this automatic shift is
z when clutch temperature is too high.
not effected in Manual mode.
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Driving and Operation
Vehicle storage
Apply handbrake and remove ignition key.
The most recently engaged gear (indicated
in transmission display) remains engaged.
With N, no gear is engaged.
When the ignition is switched off, the
Easytronic no longer responds to
movement of the selector lever.
If the ignition key is not removed, the
battery may be discharged if the vehicle is
then left to stand for a lengthy period of
time.
If the handbrake has not been applied, the
control indicator R flashes in the
instrument cluster for a few seconds after
Manoeuvring the vehicle
Fault
the ignition is switched off.
To manoeuvre the vehicle back and forth
To prevent damage to the Easytronic, the
during attempts to park or in garage
clutch is engaged automatically at high
entrances the creeping movement can be
clutch temperatures.
utilised by releasing the footbrake.
Control indicator A illuminates in the
Never actuate accelerator and brake
event of a fault. Continued driving is
pedals simultaneously.
possible. Manual mode can no longer
be used for shifting.
In order to prevent damage, the Easytronic
disengages the "creep function" at
If "F" also appears in the transmission
extremely high automatic clutch
display, it is not possible to continue
temperatures.
driving.
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by
a workshop. The self-diagnosis integrated
into the system allows rapid fault
identification.
Driving and Operation
105
3. Clean transmission around the cap (see
Fig. 16435 S) so that no dirt can get into
the opening when the cap is removed.
4. Rotate cap to slacken and remove by
lifting upwards - see Fig. 16435 S.
5. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise using
a flat-head screwdriver (vehicle tools
3 133) until clear resistance can be felt.
The clutch has now been disengaged.
Caution
Do not turn beyond the resistance,
since this can damage the Easytronic.
6. Fit cleaned cap again. The cap must be
Interruption of power supply
Manual transmission
in full contact with the housing.
The clutch is not disengaged if there is an
To engage reverse, with the vehicle
interruption of the power supply when a
Caution
stationary, depress the clutch pedal, wait
gear is engaged. The vehicle cannot move.
3 seconds, then raise ring under gearshift
If the battery is discharged, start the
Towing the vehicle and starting the
lever and engage gear.
engine is not permitted when the clutch
vehicle using jump leads 3 127.
If the gear does not engage, set the lever in
has been disengaged in this way,
If the cause is not a discharged battery,
neutral, release the clutch pedal and
although the vehicle can be moved a
contact a workshop. If the vehicle must be
depress again; then repeat gear selection.
short distance.
removed from moving traffic, disengage
Do not grind the clutch unnecessarily.
the clutch:
Contact a workshop immediately.
When operating, depress the clutch pedal
1. Apply handbrake and switch off ignition.
completely. Do not use the pedal as a foot
2. Open bonnet and engage support.
rest (increases clutch wear).
106
Driving and Operation
Driving hints
Brake servo unit
Switching off the engine
When the engine is not running, the brake
When you switch off, fans in the engine
The first 600 miles (1000 km)
servo unit is no longer effective once the
compartment may continue running for
Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do
brake pedal has been depressed once or
a time to cool the engine.
not use full throttle. Never allow the engine
twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but
to labour at low revs.
If the engine temperature is very high, e.g.
significantly greater force is required for
after driving in mountainous terrain: Allow
Make good use of all gears. Depress the
braking.
the engine to idle for approx. 2 minutes, in
accelerator pedal a maximum of
Electric power-assisted steering
order to prevent heat accumulation.
approx.3/4 of the available pedal travel in
If the electric power-assisted steering fails
all gears.
Vehicles with turbocharged engine
when being towed with the engine
After running at high engine speeds or
Do not drive faster than three quarters of
switched off, the vehicle can still be
high engine loads, operate the engine
maximum speed.
steered, but considerably more force is
briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the
required.
approx. 30 seconds before switching off,
first 125 miles (200 km).
Driving in mountainous terrain
in order to protect the turbocharger.
During the first drive, smoke may develop
The cooling fan is electrically operated. Its
Save energy - more miles
because of wax and oil evaporating off the
cooling power is therefore independent of
Please observe the running-in hints on
exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the
the engine speed.
the previous page and the tips for saving
open for a while after the first drive and
Since a considerable amount of heat is
energy on the following pages.
avoid inhaling the fumes.
generated at high engine speeds and less
Good, technically correct and economical
Fuel and engine oil consumption is higher
at slower speeds, do not shift down when
driving ensures maximum durability and
than normal during the running-in period.
climbing hills whilst the vehicle is still coping
performance for your vehicle.
with the gradient in the higher gear.
Never coast with engine not running
Many units will not function in this situation
(e.g. brake servo unit, electric power-
assisted steering). Driving in this manner is
a danger to yourself and others.
Driving and Operation
107
Overrun cut-off
Warming up
Cooling fan
The fuel supply is automatically cut-off
Allow the engine to warm up while driving.
The cooling fan is controlled via a
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
Do not warm it up by letting it run at idling
thermoswitch and therefore only runs
driven with a gear engaged but the
speed. Do not apply full throttle until the
if necessary.
accelerator pedal is not depressed.
engine has reached operating
Pedals
Overrun cut-off is deactivated if catalytic
temperature.
Do not place any objects in the footwell
converter temperature is high.
After a cold start, the Easytronic 3 does not
which could slip under the pedals and
Vehicles with turbocharged engine
shift to higher gears until the speed
inhibit the pedal travel.
Flow-generated noises may be audible if
increases when it is in Automatic mode.
To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited,
the accelerator is released quickly, on
This allows the catalytic converter to
there must be no mats in the area of the
account of air flow in the turbocharger.
quickly reach the temperature that is
pedals.
required for optimum emission reduction.
Engine speed
Battery care
Drive in a low engine speed range for each
Correct gear selection
When driving slowly or when the vehicle is
gear as much as possible.
Do not race your engine whilst in neutral or
stationary, e.g. in slow urban traffic, stop-
with a low gear selected. Driving too fast in
and-go traffic or traffic jams, turn off all
individual gears as well as stop-and-go
unnecessary electrical loads where
traffic increases engine wear and fuel
possible (e.g. heated rear window,
consumption.
heated seats).
Change down
Depress clutch pedal when starting, in
When decreasing speed, shift down into
order to relieve the strain on the starter and
the next lowest gear. Do not slip the clutch
the battery.
with a high-revving engine. This is
especially important when hill climbing.
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Driving and Operation
Saving fuel, protecting the
End-of-Life Vehicle recovery
Warming up
For detailed information on Vauxhall’ s
z Full throttle and warming up at idle
environment
ongoing commitment to achieving an
speed increase wear, fuel consumption,
Trend-setting technology
environmentally sustainable future,
exhaust emission, the amount of
In the development and manufacture of
including; design for recycling, take back of
pollutant in the exhaust and the amount
your vehicle, environment-friendly and in
End-of-Life Vehicle (ELVs) and the
of noise.
the main recyclable materials were used.
recycling of ELVs, view
The production methods used to make
z Drive off immediately after starting.
www.Vauxhall.co.uk/recycling for details.
your vehicle are likewise environmentally-
Warm up the engine by running it at
compatible.
Energy and environment-conscious
moderate engine speeds.
driving
Recycling of production wastes keeps the
Uniform speed
z High noise levels and exhaust emissions
circulation of material closed. Reduction of
z Hectic driving significantly increases fuel
are often a result of driving without due
energy and water requirements also helps
consumption, the exhaust emissions, the
attention to saving energy and
to conserve natural resources.
proportion of pollutant in the exhaust
protecting the environment.
gas and the noise level.
A highly advanced design means that your
z You should therefore drive with energy
vehicle can be easily disassembled at the
z Do not accelerate and brake
in mind "more miles - less fuel".
end of its working life, and the individual
unnecessarily. Drive at uniform speed,
materials separated for subsequent re-use.
Reduce the noise level and exhaust
watching the road.
emissions by adopting an environment-
Materials such as asbestos and cadmium
Avoid frequent starting off and stopping
conscious driving style. This is extremely
are not used. The refrigerant in the air
e.g. at traffic lights, in short distance
worthwhile and improves the quality of
conditioning system 3 is CFC-free.
traffic and in queues of traffic by means
life.
of clever planning. Select roads with
New painting techniques employ water as
Fuel consumption depends to a great
good traffic flow.
a solvent.
extent on your own personal driving
Idling
style. The following hints are intended
z The engine also consumes fuel when
to help you consume fuel at a rate that
idling.
is as close as possible to the specified
levels 3 172.
z If you have to wait for more than one
minute, it is worthwhile switching off the
Check your vehicle’s fuel consumption
engine. Five minutes of idling
every time you refuel. This facilitates
corresponds to approx. 0.6 miles (1 km)
early detection of any irregularities
of driving.
causing increased fuel consumption.
Driving and Operation
109
Overrun
High speed
Repair and maintenance
z The fuel supply is automatically cut-off
z The higher the speed, the higher the
z Improper repairs or adjustment and
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
consumption and the noise level. At top
maintenance work can increase fuel
being driven down long gradients or
speed, you consume a great deal of fuel
consumption. Do not carry out work on
when braking 3 109.
and produce excessive noise and
the engine yourself.
exhaust emissions.
z To enable the overrun cut-off to come
You may, out of ignorance, infringe
into action and save fuel, do not
z Slightly releasing the accelerator pedal
environmental laws by not disposing of
accelerate or depress clutch pedal
results in distinct fuel savings with no
materials properly.
during overrun.
major loss of speed.
Appropriate parts might not be recycled.
Correct gear selection
Drive at no more than approx. three
Contact with some of the materials
z High revs increase engine wear and fuel
quarters of maximum speed and you will
involved may pose a health hazard.
consumption.
use up to 50% less fuel, without losing a
great deal of time.
z We recommend that repair and
z Do not race your engine. Avoid driving at
maintenance be entrusted to your
high engine speeds.
Tyre pressure
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
z Inadequate tyre pressure, leading to
Making use of the tachometer helps to
higher road resistance, costs money in
Extreme driving conditions
save fuel. Drive in a low engine speed
two ways: for more fuel and increased
z Going up steep slopes, cornering, driving
range for each gear as much as possible
tyre wear.
on poor roads and winter driving all
with uniform engine speeds. Drive as
increase fuel consumption.
often as possible in top gear, select the
z Regular checks (every 14 days) pay off.
next higher gear as soon as possible,
Fuel consumption increases dramatically
Electrical loads
and only change down when the engine
in urban traffic and at winter
z The power consumption of electrical
is no longer running perfectly smoothly.
temperatures, especially on short trips
equipment increases fuel consumption.
when the engine operating temperature
z Switch off all auxiliary electrical loads
is not reached.
(e.g. air conditioning 3, heated rear
z Follow the hints given above to keep
window) when not needed.
consumption to a minimum under such
conditions.
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Driving and Operation
Fuel, refuelling
Fuel for petrol engines
Fuel for diesel engines
Only use unleaded fuel that complies
Only use diesel fuel that complies with
Fuel consumption
with DIN EN 228.
DIN EN 590. The fuel must have low
Fuel consumption is determined under
sulphur content (maximum 50 ppm).
specific driving conditions 3 172.
Fuels with ethanol content greater than 5%
may only be used if the vehicle has been
Since January 2004, some oil companies
Special equipment increases the weight of
specifically developed and approved for
have mixed their diesel fuel with upto 5%
the vehicle. As a result, they can increase
these fuels.
Bio fuel (FAME = Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
fuel consumption and reduce the specified
like RME (Rape-Oil Methyl Ester). This is in
maximum speed.
Use fuel with the recommended octane
accordance with the current DIN EN 590
rating (value in bold 3 170). Use of fuel
There is increased friction between engine
and does not harm the fuel/injection
with too low an octane rating can reduce
and transmission parts during the first
system. The characteristics of a diesel fuel
engine power and torque and slightly
600 miles (1000 kilometres). This increases
mixed up with 5% Bio fuel (FAME) do not
increases fuel consumption.
fuel consumption.
differ from conventional diesel fuel and do
not influence the vehicle’s driveability.
Caution
Important: Diesel fuel mixed with 5% FAME
Use of fuel with too low an octane rating
according to DIN EN 590 must not be
could lead to uncontrolled combustion
confused with 100% Bio Diesel, which is not
and engine damage.
to be used in Vauxhall engines.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuel are
temperature-dependent.
Diesel fuels with improved low temperature
properties are therefore available on the
market during the winter months. Make
sure that you fill the tank with winter fuel
before the start of the cold weather
season.
Additives can be used with diesel fuels with
winter properties that are guaranteed by
the manufacturer and when using diesel
fuel filters that are heated depending on
the outside temperature.
Diesel fuels must not be diluted with fuels
that are intended for petrol engines.
Driving and Operation
111
Fuel filler cap
Open the tank flap.
Only a Vauxhall genuine fuel filler cap
Unscrew fuel filler cap to open and
provides full functionality. Diesel-engined
suspend from tank flap.
vehicles have special fuel filler caps.
The fuel tank has a limiting system which
Refuelling
prevents overfilling of the tank.
9 Warning
Correct filling depends to a large extent on
proper operation of the fuel dispensing
Before refuelling, switch off engine and
pump:
external heaters with combustion
chambers. Switch mobile phones off.
1. Fully insert the filler nozzle and switch
it on.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station when
2. After the automatic cut-off the nominal
refuelling.
capacity of the fuel tank can be
obtained by topping up with two doses
of fuel. Make sure the nozzle is fully
inserted.
9 Warning
To close, position the fuel filler cap and
Fuel is flammable and explosive. No
rotate past the resistance until the cap
smoking. No naked flames or sparks.
audibly clicks over the retainer.
If you can smell fuel in your vehicle, have
Close tank flap.
the cause of this rectified immediately
by a workshop.
Caution
Fuel filler neck at right rear side of vehicle.
Wipe off any overflowing fuel
The tank flap is unlocked with the doors
immediately.
3 23.
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Driving and Operation
Caution
Damage to the catalytic converter or the
vehicle may result if the following points
are not observed.
z In the event of misfiring, uneven engine
running, a clear reduction in engine
performance or other unusual problems,
have the cause of the fault rectified by
a workshop as soon as possible. In an
emergency, driving can be continued
for a short period, keeping vehicle speed
and engine speed low.
This does not apply when the Electronic
Catalytic converter,
Stability Programme (ESP®Plus 3) kicks in
Controlling exhaust emission
3 114.
Some of the damaging substances in the
engine emissions
exhaust such as carbon monoxide (CO),
Catalytic converter
z If unburned fuel enters the catalytic
hydrocarbons (HC) and nitrous oxides
The catalytic converter reduces the
converter of a petrol engine, this may
(NOx) are reduced to a minimum by
amount of harmful substances in the
result in overheating and irreparable
making structural changes - mainly in the
exhaust gas, such as carbon monoxide
damage to the catalytic converter.
injection system and the ignition system in
(CO), hydrocarbons (CH) and nitrous
You should therefore avoid
conjunction with the catalytic converter.
oxide (NOx).
unnecessarily long use of the starter
Fuel grades other than those listed on
when starting off, running the tank dry
page 110 (e.g. LRP = Lead Replacement
and starting the engine by pushing or
Petrol or leaded fuel) could damage the
towing.
catalytic converter or electronic
components.
Driving and Operation
113
If it illuminates briefly, but does not recur, it
is of no significance.
Illumination of control indicator A can
indicate water in the diesel fuel filter. Check
fuel filter for possible water residue 3 162.
If it flashes after the ignition is switched on,
there is a fault in the immobiliser system.
The engine cannot be started 3 21.
Control indicator Z for exhaust
Control indicator A for engine electronics
Illuminates when the ignition is switched on
Comes on for a few seconds after the
and during the start attempt. Goes off
ignition is turned on.
shortly after the engine starts running.
If it illuminates when the engine is running,
Illuminated with the engine running
there is a fault in engine or transmission
indicates a fault in the exhaust gas
electronics. The electronic system switches
cleaning system. The permitted emissions
to an emergency running programme. Fuel
may be exceeded. Contact a workshop
consumption may be increased and the
immediately.
driveability of the vehicle may be impaired.
Flashing with the engine running indicates
In some cases, faults can be eliminated by
a fault which could lead to catalytic
switching off the engine and restarting. If
converter damage. You may continue
the control indicator comes on again when
driving without damage if you slow down
the engine is running, contact a workshop
until flashing stops and the control
to eliminate the cause of the fault.
indicator comes on. Contact a workshop
immediately.
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Driving and Operation
Engine exhaust
Maintenance
Drive control systems
Have all maintenance work carried out at
Electronic Stability Programme
9
Warning
the intervals specified. We recommend
(ESP®Plus) 3
that you entrust this work to your Vauxhall
ESP®Plus improves driving stability when
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous
Authorised Repairer, who has proper
necessary in any driving situation,
carbon monoxide, which is colourless
equipment and trained personnel
regardless of the type of road surface or
and odourless and could be fatal if
available. Electronic testing systems permit
tyre grip. It also prevents the drive wheels
inhaled.
rapid diagnosis and remedy of faults. This
from spinning.
If exhaust gases penetrate the vehicle
way you can be certain that all
interior, open a window and contact a
components of the vehicle’s electrical,
workshop.
injection and ignition systems operate
correctly, that your vehicle has a low level
of pollutant emission and that the catalytic
converter system will have a long service
life.
You are thereby making an important
contribution towards keeping the air clean
and compliance with emissions legislation.
Checking and adjustment of the fuel-
injection and ignition systems is included in
service inspections. For this reason, you
should have all maintenance work carried
out at the intervals specified in the chapter
“Service and Maintenance” 3 152.
Driving and Operation
115
As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve
Illuminates while driving:
(understeer/oversteer), engine output is
Fault in the system. Driving can be
reduced and the wheels are braked
continued. Poor road surface conditions
individually. This considerably improves
may however still cause vehicle stability
the driving stability of the vehicle on
to be impaired.
slippery road surfaces.
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by
ESP®Plus is ready for operation as soon
a workshop. The self-diagnosis integrated
as the ignition is switched on and control
into the system allows rapid fault
indicator v goes out.
identification.
When ESP®Plus comes into action, v
Control indicator v may illuminate when
flashes.
the temporary spare wheel is in use.
The system is then deactivated.
The vehicle is now in a critical situation;
ESP®Plus allows you to keep control of
Illuminates after interruption of power
the vehicle and reminds you to match your
supply e.g. after disconnecting battery.
speed to the road conditions.
After a power supply interruption the
Control indicator v
steering angle sensor must be calibrated
The control indicator illuminates for a few
9 Warning
to make the system operational:
seconds after the ignition is turned on. The
system is ready for operation when the
z Automatic calibration by driving in
Do not let this special safety feature
control indicator goes out.
straight line at constant slow speed, i.e.
tempt you into taking risks when driving.
12 to 25 mph (20 to 40 km/h), on a level,
Traffic safety can only be achieved by
Flashing during driving:
dry road,
adopting a responsible driving style.
This shows the system has come into
action. The engine output may be reduced
z Manual calibration by turning steering
Adapt speed to the road conditions.
(the sound of the engine changes) and the
wheel from limit position to limit position.
vehicle may be braked automatically to a
If the control indicator does not go off after
small degree.
successful calibration, observe notes in
previous column.