Schedule of scheduled maintenance (TO) (Opel Corsa C)

General information

The responsibility for timely scheduled maintenance lies with the car owner. As the owner of the vehicle, he is an important link in the car maintenance system, and it depends only on him that the car receives high-quality and timely maintenance.

Note: Repair work is not included in maintenance; its implementation is a separate operation.

Until recently, the maintenance system for almost all vehicles was of a planned preventive nature, i.e. maintenance was performed at strictly defined mileage intervals, and at low vehicle usage intensity - at certain time intervals, regardless of the actual condition of the engine and other systems.

In recent years, in order to reduce maintenance costs, many passenger car models from various manufacturers (including Corsa C/Meriva) are equipped with an active system of warning about the scheduled maintenance deadline, with diagnostic elements (see below). The control device of this system processes information received from various sensors and automatically, depending on the mileage traveled, the time since the previous maintenance, and also depending on the actual state of the engine systems, displays the corresponding message in the service display field (see below). With this configuration, the car must be provided for maintenance work: gasoline models - every 35,000 km, diesel models - after 50,000 km or once every 2 years - whichever comes first. After maintenance work, the system counter must be reset.



For models not equipped with an active warning system, scheduled maintenance is performed at shorter mileage intervals (30,000 km) or once a year (whichever comes first) - detailed information must be provided when selling the car; if necessary, contact the Opel service station.

Note: Maintenance can also be performed at shorter intervals if, by agreement with Opel service station representatives, a cheaper oil is poured into the engine (of the worst quality) engine oil or the vehicle is used under severe operating conditions (see below).

When operating the vehicle in very dusty areas, intense urban traffic (frequent short trips), when frequently towing a trailer, etc., the intervals between maintenance procedures should be reduced.

Attention: Maintenance of a new vehicle, in order to avoid violation of the manufacturer's warranty obligations, must be carried out only at the manufacturer's authorized service stations!

Timely scheduled maintenance ensures that the company fulfills its warranty obligations. You can obtain additional information about the warranty obligations that apply to your car and the procedure for implementing them from Opel representatives.

The maintenance records are entered into the "Service Book". When reselling, the presence of records of timely maintenance increases the value of the car - do not forget about the need to maintain the marketable appearance of the car.

The "Service Book" and this Section of this Manual provide a list of scheduled maintenance works so that the owner can check whether they have been completed in full. Please refer to this list to familiarize yourself with the frequency of scheduled maintenance and promptly provide the vehicle to the service station for maintenance.



Remember that the specialists at official Opel dealers know your car best. If your car needs maintenance or repair, or you have any questions, you will receive any information at service stations. This is the most reliable and, ultimately, the most economical way to solve all car-related problems.

Scheduled maintenance interval counter/resetting indicators

This counter was installed on models manufactured before August 2003. It counts the mileage since the last reset and when the next maintenance period approaches, it displays a corresponding message in the odometer/service indicator display field each time the ignition is turned on (see Chapter "Controls and operating techniques"). To reset the counter, turn off the ignition, leaving the key in the ignition. Press and hold the counter reset button. Then turn on the ignition and continue holding the button for at least 2 seconds, - after turning on the ignition, the display field will flash the message "InSP", and after successful reset - "—".

When the operation is complete, release the button - the display field will show the readings of the current mileage counter being reset.

Active warning system about the scheduled maintenance deadline

Note: The system does not take into account the time the vehicle is idle with the battery disconnected when calculating the time for the next scheduled maintenance and should be taken into account when displaying warning messages.

With the appropriate version, the intervals to the next maintenance are calculated depending on the operating mode, taking into account the following factors: mileage traveled, engine speed, engine torque, driving cycles, coolant temperature and engine oil temperature.



The remaining mileage until the next service can be displayed on the odometer/service indicator display. To display the readings with the ignition off, press the reset mileage counter button on the instrument cluster (see Chapter "Controls and operating techniques") - the "InSP" indicator and the number of kilometers remaining until the next maintenance will appear in the display field.

If the remaining mileage until the next maintenance is less than 1,500 km, each time the ignition is turned on, the "InSP" indicator with the remaining mileage - "1000" is automatically displayed in the odometer/service indication field for a few seconds. If the remaining mileage is less than 1,000 km, the pictogram will be displayed for a longer period of time - it is necessary to perform the work of the next maintenance within one week or 500 km of the run. Provide the car to the service station in a timely manner. After performing the maintenance work, the counter readings must be reset. When performing work at an Opel branded service station, the system readings are reset by station specialists. If necessary (if the service was performed under the terms of the company's service station) the reset can be done by the car owner himself.

Note: If the system indication reset was performed accidentally, you should contact Opel service station specialists to restore the original data.

Resetting the system counters on Corsa C/Combo models (models produced since September 2003):

• Turn off the ignition, the key should remain in the ignition switch (position "O");
• Press and hold the reset button for the current mileage counter - after about 3 seconds the message "InSP O" will appear in the service display field;
• While the button is pressed, press the brake pedal;
• Turn on the ignition - the counter will be reset and the display will start flashing "InSP —".
• Continue holding the button until the counter reading changes - after about 10 seconds the maximum mileage indication until the next maintenance will appear ("InSP 35000 km" for petrol models, "InSP 50000 km" for diesel models) - the counter readings are reset.
• When you release the reset button of the mileage counter, new values are automatically entered into the system memory, while the counter for recording the time until the next maintenance is set to 24 months, and the counter for recording the interval until engine oil change is set to 100%.

Resetting the system meters on Meriva models:

• Turn off the ignition, the key should remain in the ignition switch (position "O") - the instrument cluster will display the resettable mileage counter readings;
• Press and hold the reset button for the current mileage counter;
• Turn on the ignition and continue holding the button until the counter reading changes - after about 10 seconds the maximum mileage indication until the next maintenance will appear ("InSP 35000 km" for petrol models, "InSP 50000 km" for diesel models), and after another 2 seconds the indication will be reset - the display field will show the indication ".
• When you release the reset button of the mileage counter, new values are automatically entered into the system memory, while the counter for recording the time until the next maintenance is set to 24 months, and the counter for recording the interval until engine oil change is set to 100%.

Maintenance work

Note: Visual inspection is performed without dismantling the equipment and lining. If leaks or excessive consumption of operating fluids are detected, (fuel, oils, etc.) subsequent work is carried out in agreement with the vehicle owner.

During routine maintenance between scheduled maintenance, the vehicle owner is advised to check the air pressure in the tires, engine oil and coolant levels, windshield washer fluid, etc. at least once a month, and make adjustments as needed.

Note: When operating the vehicle in countries where fuel that does not meet European standards is used (EN 228 for petrol or EN 590 for diesel fuel), more frequent maintenance of filters and some other elements of the fuel, lubrication, and ignition systems may be required, and the intervals between scheduled maintenance and oil changes may be reduced.

Every 30,000 km or once every 2 years (whichever comes first)

Engine/engine compartment

Perform a visual inspection of the engine, gearbox, and air conditioning compressor for leaks.

Replace engine oil and oil filter.

Check the condition and tension of the multi-rib belt.

Check the level and concentration of antifreeze (color light orange), make the appropriate adjustments. Check the radiator for leaks and external contamination.

For diesel models: drain the condensate and replace the replaceable fuel filter element. Note: Regardless of the maintenance intervals, drain the condensate at least once a year.

Perform a visual inspection of the exhaust system.

Transmission

Perform a visual inspection of the gearbox for leaks.

Suspension and steering

Perform a visual inspection of the steering gear boots and tie rods.

Check the condition of the steering rod ends, ball joints and CV joints, and the condition of their boots.

Check the levers and elastic elements of the front and rear suspension, shock absorbers,

Perform a visual inspection of the steering mechanisms and the operation of the power steering (PS), check the level of the working fluid, and make the appropriate adjustments.

Brakes/tires/wheels

Perform a visual inspection of the front and rear brake mechanisms, check the thickness of the brake linings.

Perform a visual inspection of the brake system tubes and hoses, fuel lines and check the operation and adjust the parking brake.

Check the brake fluid level.

Check the condition of your tires and the air pressure in them (including in the spare tire) and making appropriate adjustments.

Note: For vehicles equipped with a tire repair kit, check the kit annually for completeness, replace the sealant bottle every 4 years - check the expiration date!

Check the tightening torque of the wheel bolts, tighten them to the required torque (110 Nm) - be careful not to damage the tire pressure monitoring system.

Note: When installing, the cone of the wheel bolts must be lubricated with grease or oil.

Body, ventilation and heating system

Lubricate door stops and door hinges (only the rear), lock cylinders, locking brackets, bonnet latch and tailgate hinges.

Note: Before applying new grease to the travel limiters, it is essential to remove the old grease.

Visually inspect the air conditioning compressor for leaks.

Replace the carbon filter of the ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems.

Electrical equipment

Perform a visual inspection of the indicator lights and instruments, external and internal lighting devices, the horn, the anti-theft system devices and the airbag system.

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Check the condition and adjustment of the windshield wipers, windshield washers and headlights.

Check the reliability of the terminals and the charge of the battery.

Check and adjust the angle of the optical axes of the headlights (work of the service station).

General works

Check your vehicle systems with the TECH-2 diagnostic tool.

Take a test drive, make a final check (checking the steering, ignition switch, instruments and warning lights, brake system, air conditioning system, engine and chassis systems).



Reset the meter readings of the active warning system about the scheduled maintenance due date.

Additional maintenance work

Additional work is work that is performed as part of maintenance. It is not performed during every service. The labor costs of additional work are not included in the volumes of scheduled maintenance and are included in the invoice separately. Despite this, it is recommended to assign these works to service station specialists during the regular maintenance, since their labor intensity in this case will be lower than when performed separately. If necessary (at the owner's discretion) as part of additional maintenance, the following parts and operating fluids can be replaced without waiting for the next maintenance:

• Filter for ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems (especially in countries with hot climates and for medical reasons for people suffering from allergies);
• Air cleaner filter element;
• Fuel filter;
• Toothed belt and tension roller;
• Brake fluid;
• Brake linings;
• Engine oil.

Note: On models equipped with an active maintenance warning system, the engine oil condition is monitored. When operating the vehicle in severe conditions (see below), if the engine oil properties deteriorate/level drops, the system will issue a warning message - the oil should be replaced/adjusted regardless of the next maintenance date.

In addition, on models equipped with AT, an additional replacement of the working fluid (oil) is performed in case of constant operation of the vehicle with a heavy load and/or with a trailer.

Tires are replaced as the tread wears out. However, using a tire longer than 6 years from the date of its manufacture is unacceptable, regardless of the degree of wear - when purchasing and installing tires, check the date of manufacture (applied to the sidewall of the tire).

Every 2 years, regardless of mileage

Check the remote control, replace the battery (don't forget about the spare key!).

Replace the brake fluid.

Conduct a visual inspection of the first aid kit and check the expiration dates of the medications.

Check exhaust toxicity: first time - after 3 years, then - every 2 years. Make appropriate adjustments.

Check the outer surface of the body/anti-corrosion protection of the underbody, record any damage found in the "Service Book".

Every 2 years/30,000 km

Note: On diesel models and on models equipped with an active maintenance warning system - every 2 years or 50,000 km.

Replace the cabin filter of the ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems.

For diesel engines: replace the fuel filter.

Every 4 years/60,000 km

Replace the air cleaner filter element. Note: On diesel models produced since September 2003, replacement should be performed after 50,000 km.

Replace spark plugs (petrol models).

For gasoline engines: replace the fuel filter.

Remove drum brakes, clean them and visually assess their condition.

For Z14XE/Z16XE/Z18XE engines manufactured before September 2002: replace the timing belt and timing belt tensioner roller.

For automatic transmission: Replace ATF.

Every 6 years/90,000 km

For Z14XE/Z16XE/Z18XE engines manufactured before October 2002: Check the timing belt, timing belt idler and tension roller, and drive gear.

Every 8 years/120,000 km

For Z16SE engine: Check the condition of the timing belt, tensioner and guide roller and drive gear.

Every 10 years/100,000 km

For Z17DTH engine: replace the timing belt.

Every 10 years/150,000 km

Y17DT/Y17DTL engine: Check the condition of the timing belt, tension roller, guide roller and drive gear.

For diesel models with a working volume of 1.7 l: check and adjust the timing valves.

For diesel models: Replace the multi-rib belt.

Heavy duty conditions

Severe operating conditions are defined as vehicle operation with frequent repetition of one or more of the following operations or in the presence of corresponding conditions:

• Cold engine starting;
• Frequent starting and stopping;
• Towing a trailer;
• Driving in mountainous/hilly terrain;
• Driving on roads with poor surface quality;
• Severe air pollution;
• High dust content and sand in the air;
• Frequent use of circulation mode;
• Operating a vehicle in high altitude conditions;
• Large temperature differences.

Severe operating conditions for the brake system:

• Frequent braking when driving at high speeds;
• Braking a fully loaded vehicle;
• Functioning on AT equipped models;
• Driving in mountainous areas;
• Driving on roads covered with water, snow, mud and dust.