Specifications. Recommended lubricants and fluids Note: Lubricants and fluids recommended for use by the vehicle manufacturer at the time of writing this manual are listed below. If the Manual does not contain...
Maintenance work Note: Visual inspection is carried out without dismantling the equipment and lining. If leaks or excessive consumption of operating fluids are detected (fuels,...
Additional maintenance work Additional work is work that is performed as part of maintenance. They are not performed at every service. The labor costs of additional work are not taken...
Maintenance under severe operating conditions Severe driving conditions refers to the operation of the vehicle with frequent repetition of one or more of the following operations or under the corresponding...
Maintenance. general information This chapter has been written to help the car owner keep their vehicle in a state of maximum readiness for operation, getting from it an effective return in...
General information about settings and adjustments Entitled «settings» this Manual does not imply a single procedure for adjusting any of the parameters of the car's systems, but a whole range of adjustments to...
Checking fluid levels Note: The order of procedures performed on a regular basis is described below. Check under the vehicle regularly for signs of fluid leaks. Try not to disregard...
Engine oil Visual control of leaks 2. With an oily engine and high oil consumption, check the places where leaks are most likely to develop: a) Open the filler cap and...
Engine coolant Attention: Do not allow antifreeze to come into contact with exposed areas of the body and painted surfaces of the car. Wash off accidental splashes with...
Windshield/Headlight Washer 19. Windshield / headlight washer fluid is poured into a special reservoir located in the left front corner of the engine compartment between the battery and...
Battery electrolyte Attention: The base of the battery electrolyte is acid! Failure to take measures in case of electrolyte contact with the skin or eyes can lead to burns or even...
Hydraulic fluid brake and clutch 22. The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment near the rear wall above the master brake cylinder (GTZ) and is used to store a reserve...
Power steering fluid 30. The fluid reservoir is attached to the steering pump housing and is located in the rear of the engine compartment. 31. Liquid level control is carried out...
Manual transmission oil 35. First of all, it is necessary to make a thorough visual inspection of the box for possible oil leaks. To do this, clean the body of the box from dust, dirt...
ATF oil 43. Correct ATF level is one of the critical performance parameters for AT equipped models. An excessive drop in the ATF level can cause the rotation converter...
Wheels and tires — general information 1. Tire sizes approved for installation on the models described in this manual and tire pressure ratings for front and rear wheels are shown in Specifications...
Wheels and tires — check 12. A conscientious attitude to regularly checking the condition of the tires will allow the driver to avoid annoying delays associated with the failure of the...
Wheels and tires — wheel rotation 23. Wheel rotation should be carried out when signs of uneven tread wear are detected. The rotation order is indicated on the sopr. illustrations, the spare...
Engine oil change Note: If the vehicle is used in severe conditions, the intervals between the next replacement of impellent oil / oil filter should be shortened ( see section 1...
Oil filter replacement 14. The models covered in this manual use oil filters with replaceable paper filter elements (see resist. illustration) and replacement oil filters. The oil...
Filling with fresh engine oil Note: Specified in Specifications or the vehicle data sheet, the oil filling capacity is an estimate. Every time after changing the oil, it is imperative to...
Engine oil temperature measurement 25. When carrying out various adjustment work, it may be necessary to accurately know the temperature of the impellent oil. 26. The oil temperature must be...
Battery — general information Caution: Performing battery health and maintenance checks requires some special precautions. Remember that the hydrogen released by the electrolyte is a highly...
Battery maintenance and charging Service 8. First of all, examine the external condition of the battery. If the positive terminal of the battery with the clip put on it is equipped with a...
Checking the condition and replacing the wiper blades Note: Frameless flexible rubber brushes have metal reinforcing rails inside. Checking the condition of the brushes 1. Good visibility is an important component...
Checking the brake system Attention: Remember that the dust generated during the operation of the brake mechanisms may contain asbestos, which is extremely harmful to human health....
Checking electrical equipment 1. Check the proper functioning of all on-board electrical consumers, including headlights, direction indicators, horn, electric motors for the wiper drive and...
Lubrication of locks, hinges and stops 1. To lubricate the lock cylinders, special grease type Opel No. 1948610 and with identification number 09163311 should be used (Opel No. 1948607/-608 with...
Replacing the air cleaner element 1. The air cleaner is installed in the right front corner of the engine compartment. 2. To remove the replacement element, it is necessary to disconnect the...
Cabin filter replacement 1. The cabin filter is located in the space under the windshield behind the console section of the instrument panel and is designed to clean the air entering...
Replacing Spark Plugs (Petrol Models) Attention: In the electronic ignition system, a very high voltage is generated! Be careful, observe all necessary precautions when servicing any system...
Spark Plug Status Map Coal deposits Symptoms: The presence of soot indicates an over-rich air-fuel mixture or a weak spark intensity. Causes misfiring, difficult starting and engine...