Vauxhall Agila (2012 year). Manual

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Driving and operating

Manual transmission

Caution

Brakes

It is inadvisable to drive with hand

The brake system comprises two

resting on the selector lever.

independent brake circuits.

If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can

still be braked using the other brake

circuit. However, braking effect is

achieved only when you depress the

brake pedal firmly. You need to use

considerably more force for this. The

braking distance is extended. Seek

the assistance of a workshop before

continuing your journey.

When the engine is not running, the

Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,

support of the brake servo unit

wait 3 seconds after depressing the

disappears once the brake pedal has

clutch before engaging gear.

been depressed once or twice.

Braking effect is not reduced, but

If the gear does not engage, set the

braking requires significantly greater

lever in neutral, release the clutch

force. It is especially important to bear

pedal and depress again; then repeat

this in mind when being towed.

gear selection.

Control indicator R 3 57.

Do not grind the clutch unnecessarily.

When operating, depress the clutch

Antilock brake system

pedal completely. Do not use the

pedal as a foot rest.

Antilock brake system (ABS)

prevents the wheels from locking.

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Driving and operating

ABS starts to regulate brake pressure

Have the cause of the fault remedied

Brake assist

as soon as a wheel shows a tendency

by a workshop.

If the brake pedal is depressed

to lock. The vehicle remains

quickly and forcefully, maximum

steerable, even during hard braking.

Parking brake

brake force is automatically applied

ABS control is made apparent

(full braking).

through a pulse in the brake pedal

Maintain steady pressure on the

and the noise of the regulation

brake pedal for as long as full braking

process.

is required. Maximum brake force is

For optimum braking, keep the brake

automatically reduced when the

pedal fully depressed throughout the

brake pedal is released.

braking process, despite the fact that

the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce

the pressure on the pedal.

Control indicator u 3 57.

Fault

Always apply parking brake firmly

9 Warning

without operating the release button,

If there is a fault in the ABS, the

and apply as firmly as possible on a

wheels may be liable to lock due

downhill or uphill slope.

to braking that is heavier than

To release the parking brake, pull the

normal. The advantages of ABS

lever up slightly, press the release

are no longer available. During

button and fully lower the lever.

hard braking, the vehicle can no

To reduce the operating forces of the

longer be steered and may

parking brake, depress the foot brake

swerve.

at the same time.

Control indicator R 3 57.

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Driving and operating

TC is reactivated by pressing the a

Ride control systems

9 Warning

button again.

Traction Control system

Do not let this special safety

Control indicator a 3 58.

Traction Control system (TC) is a

feature tempt you into taking risks

component part of the Electronic

when driving.

Electronic stability

Stability Program (ESP®) which

Adapt speed to the road

program

improves driving stability when

conditions.

necessary, regardless of the type of

Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)

road surface or tyre grip, by

Control indicator b 3 58.

improves driving stability when

preventing the drive wheels from

necessary, regardless of the type of

spinning.

Deactivation

road surface or tyre grip. It also

prevents the drive wheels from

As soon as the drive wheels starts to

spinning.

spin, engine output is reduced and

the wheel spinning the most is braked

As soon as the vehicle starts to

individually. This considerably

swerve (understeer/oversteer),

improves the driving stability of the

engine output is reduced and the

vehicle on slippery road surfaces.

wheels are braked individually. This

considerably improves the driving

TC is operational as soon as the

stability of the vehicle on slippery road

control indicator b extinguishes.

surfaces.

When TC is active b flashes.

ESP® is operational as soon as

control indicators b and a extinguish.

When ESP® comes into action b

flashes.

TC can be switched off when spinning

of drive wheels is required: press

button a.

Control indicator a illuminates.

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Driving and operating

Fuel

Refuelling

9 Warning

Do not let this special safety

Fuel for petrol engines

9 Danger

feature tempt you into taking risks

Only use unleaded fuel that complies

when driving.

Before refuelling, switch off engine

with EN 228.

and any external heaters with

Adapt speed to the road

Equivalent standardised fuels with an

combustion chambers (identified

conditions.

ethanol content of max. 10 % by

by sticker on fuel filler flap). Switch

volume may be used. In this case only

off any mobile phones.

Control indicator b 3 58.

use fuel that complies with E DIN

Follow the operating and safety

51626-1.

instructions of the filling station

Use fuel with the recommended

when refuelling.

octane rating 3 126. Use of fuel with

too low an octane rating can reduce

engine power and torque and slightly

9 Danger

increases fuel consumption.

Fuel is flammable and explosive.

If the RON 95 label is attached to the

No smoking. No naked flames or

tank flap, unleaded fuel with an

sparks.

octane rating of 95 or higher must be

used.

If you can smell fuel in your

vehicle, have the cause of this

Caution

remedied immediately by a

workshop.

Use of fuel that does not comply to

EN 228 or similar can lead to

deposits or engine damage and

loss of warranty.

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Driving and operating

To open fuel filler cap: turn it

General information

anticlockwise.

The official fuel consumption and

specific CO₂

emission figures quoted

Caution

relate to the EU base model with

standard equipment.

Wipe off any overflowing fuel

Fuel consumption data and CO₂

immediately.

emission data are determined

according to regulation R (EC) No.

Fuel filler cap

715/2007 (in the version respectively

Only a genuine fuel filler cap provides

applicable), taking into consideration

full functionality.

the vehicle weight in running order, as

specified by the regulation.

The fuel filler flap is opened by pulling

Fuel consumption - CO₂-

The figures are provided only for the

up the release lever located on the

purpose of comparison between

outboard side of the driver's seat.

Emissions

different vehicle variants and must

The fuel consumption (combined) of

not be taken as a guarantee for the

the model Vauxhall Agila is within a

actual fuel consumption of a

range of 49.6 to 60.1 mpg.

particular vehicle. Additional

The CO₂ emission (combined) is

equipment may result in slightly

within a range of 106 to 131 g/km.

higher results than the stated

consumption and CO₂ figures.

For the values specific for your

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Furthermore, fuel consumption is

Conformity provided with your vehicle

dependent on personal driving style

or other national registration

as well as road and traffic conditions.

documents.

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Vehicle care

■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.

Vehicle care

General Information

■ Check coolant antifreeze and

Accessories and vehicle

corrosion protection.

■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value

General Information

modifications

specified for full load.

Vehicle checks

We recommend using Genuine Parts

■ Park vehicle in a dry, well ventilated

and Accessories and factory

Bulb replacement

place. Engage first or reverse gear

approved parts specific for your

Electrical system

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or set selector lever to P. Prevent

vehicle type. We cannot assess or

the vehicle from rolling.

Vehicle tools

105

guarantee reliability of products -

even if they have a regulatory or

■ Do not apply parking brake.

Wheels and tyres

106

otherwise granted approval.

■ Open bonnet, close all doors and

Jump starting

114

Do not make any modifications to the

lock the vehicle.

Towing

115

electrical system, e.g. changes of

■ Disconnect the clamp from the

Appearance care

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electronic control units (chip tuning).

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Beware that all systems are

Vehicle storage

not functional.

Putting back into operation

Storage for a long period of time

When the vehicle is to be put back into

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

operation:

months:

■ Connect the clamp to the negative

■ Wash and wax the vehicle.

terminal of the vehicle battery.

■ Have the wax in the engine

Activate the electronics of the

compartment and underbody

power windows.

checked.

■ Check tyre pressure.

■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.

■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

■ Change engine oil.

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■ Check the engine oil level.

Vehicle checks

Bonnet

■ Check the coolant level.

■ Fit the number plate if necessary.

Performing work

Opening

9 Warning

End-of-life vehicle

recovery

Only perform engine compartment

Information on end-of-life vehicle

checks when the ignition is off.

recovery centres and the recycling of

The cooling fan may start

end-of-life vehicles is available on our

operating even if the ignition is off.

website. Only entrust this work to an

authorised recycling centre.

9 Danger

The ignition system use extremely

high voltage. Do not touch.

Pull the release lever and return it to

The caps for topping up the engine oil,

its original position.

the coolant, the washer fluid and the

oil dipstick handle are yellow for ease

of identification.

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Closing

Caution

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.

It is the owner's responsibility to

Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop

maintain the proper level of an

into the catch. Check that the bonnet

appropriate quality oil in the

is engaged.

engine.

Insert dipstick to the stop on the

Engine oil

handle.

Check the engine oil level manually

on a regular basis to prevent damage

to the engine.

Locate the safety catch on the

Ensure that the correct specification

underside of the bonnet, push the

of oil is used. Recommended fluids

catch to the left and lift the bonnet.

and lubricants 3 121.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least 5 minutes.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

insert it to the stop on the handle, pull

out and read the engine oil level.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up

engine oil.

Secure the bonnet support.

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Vehicle care

A stabilization of the engine oil

Caution

consumption will not take place until

the vehicle has been driven several

Do not allow the engine oil level to

thousand miles. Only then can the

drop below the minimum level!

actual degree of consumption be

established.

Capacities 3 129.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Engine coolant

The coolant provides freeze

protection down to approx. -28 °C.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be between the

Caution

FULL/LOW marks. Top up if the level

is low.

Only use approved antifreeze.

9 Warning

We recommend the use of the same

Coolant level

type of engine oil that was used at the

Allow the engine to cool before

last change.

Caution

opening the cap. Carefully open

The engine oil level must not exceed

the cap, relieving the pressure

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

slowly.

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

Caution

Top up with antifreeze. If no

antifreeze is available, use clean tap

Overfilled engine oil must be

water or distilled water. Install the cap

drained or suctioned out.

tightly. Have the antifreeze

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concentration checked and have the

Brakes

cause of the coolant loss remedied by

A squealing noise indicates that the

a workshop.

brake lining is at its minimum

thickness. Continued driving is

Washer fluid

possible but have the brake lining

replaced as soon as possible.

Once new brake linings are installed,

do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.

Brake fluid

The brake fluid level must be between

9 Warning

the MIN and MAX marks.

When topping up, ensure maximum

Brake fluid is poisonous and

cleanliness as contamination of the

corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,

brake fluid can lead to brake system

skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

malfunctions. Have the cause of the

Fill with clean water mixed with a

loss of brake fluid remedied by a

suitable quantity of windscreen

workshop.

washer fluid which contains

Only use high-performance brake

antifreeze.

fluid approved for your vehicle.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 121.

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Vehicle care

Control indicator Z illuminates in the

Meaning of symbols:

Battery

instrument cluster then extinguishes

■ No sparks, naked flames or

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

after the engine is started when the

smoking.

free provided that the driving profile

electric throttle body system has been

allows sufficient charging of the

■ Always shield eyes. Explosive

correctly calibrated.

battery. Short-distance-driving and

gases can cause blindness or

frequent engine starts can discharge

injury.

Replacing the battery

the battery. Avoid the use of

We recommend that you have the

■ Keep the battery out of reach of

unnecessary electrical consumers.

battery replaced by a workshop.

children.

Stop-start system 3 80.

■ The battery contains sulfuric acid

which could cause blindness or

Warning label

serious burn injuries.

■ See the Owner's Manual for further

information.

■ Explosive gas may be present in

Batteries do not belong in household

the vicinity of the battery.

waste. They must be disposed of at

an appropriate recycling collection

point.

Laying up the vehicle for more than

4 weeks can lead to battery

discharge. Disconnect the clamp from

the negative terminal of the vehicle

battery.

Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.

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Vehicle care

Wiper blade replacement

Wiper blade on the rear window

Bulb replacement

Wiper blades on the windscreen

Switch off the ignition and turn off the

relevant switch or close the doors.

Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do

not touch the bulb glass with bare

hands.

Use only the same bulb type for

replacement.

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade

as shown in illustration and remove.

Lift wiper arm, press retaining clip

towards wiper arm and detach wiper

blade.

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6. Engage spring wire clip, and

Halogen headlights

Fog lights

reattach plug connector to bulb.

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Low beam and high beam

7. Replace headlight protective

cover.

Front turn signal lights

Sidelights

1. Remove headlight protective

cover.

1. Remove headlight protective

cover.

1. Rotate bulb holder anti-clockwise

2. Detach plug connector from bulb.

to disengage.

3. Push retaining spring wire clip

forward and unhook it.

2. Withdraw sidelight bulb holder

4. Remove bulb from reflector

from reflector.

housing and pull bulb straight out

3. Remove bulb from socket and

of socket.

renew bulb.

5. Insert new bulb by pushing in and

4. Insert new bulb by pushing in.

install in reflector housing.

5. Insert holder in reflector. Replace

headlight protective cover.

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6. Replace light assembly in original

Tail lights

position, ensuring the upper and

lower lugs are seated correctly.

7. Replace both screws on rear

combination light assembly and

close tailgate.

Side turn signal lights

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Centre high-mounted

2. Push bulb into socket slightly,

brake light

rotate anti-clockwise, remove and

renew bulb.

1. Open tailgate.

3. Insert bulb holder in reflector,

2. Remove both screws on rear light

rotate clockwise to engage.

assembly.

3. Pull light assembly away from

vehicle, towards the rear.

4. Push bulb into socket slightly,

rotate anti-clockwise and remove.

5. Insert new bulb.

1. Open tailgate and remove both

bolts on underside of tailgate.

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2. Close tailgate.

7. Replace bulb holder in light

3. Install new bulb by pushing in.

assembly and install light

3. Remove light assembly from

4. Replace bulb holder in original

assembly in tailgate.

tailgate.

position.

8. Open tailgate and replace bolts

removed earlier.

Interior lights

Number plate light

Front courtesy light

4. Pinch both prongs on bulb holder

together simultaneously and

remove bulb holder from light

assembly.

5. Remove bulbs by pulling them

1. Remove bulb holder by twisting it

1. Using a suitable screwdriver

straight out.

and pulling it away from the

covered by a cloth, pry lens away

6. Insert new bulbs by pushing them

vehicle.

from headlining.

in.

2. Remove bulb by pulling straight

out.

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3. Insert new bulb, ensuring contact

Instrument panel

Electrical system

springs hold the bulb securely.

illumination

4. Install lens in headlining by

Fuses

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

pushing it back into original

Data on the replacement fuse must

position.

match the data on the defective fuse.

Load compartment light

There are two fuse boxes in the

vehicle:

■ on the left-hand side of the vehicle

below the instrument panel,

■ in the engine compartment located

next to the battery.

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

1. Prise the light out with a

screwdriver.

2. Press bulb slightly towards spring

clip and remove.

3. Insert new bulb.

4. Install light.

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Fuse extractor

A blown fuse can be recognised by its

To help in replacing fuses, a fuse

melted wire. Do not replace the fuse

extractor is located in the fuse box.

until the cause of the fault has been

Place the fuse extractor on the

remedied.

various types of fuse from the top or

Spare fuses can be kept in the engine

side, and withdraw fuse.

compartment fuse box.

Some functions are protected by

several fuses.

Fuses may also be inserted without

existence of a function.

Vauxhall Agila (2012 year). Manual - part 6