General maintenance information This chapter has been compiled to help the car owner keep his vehicle in a state of maximum readiness and operation, getting from it an effective return in...
Purchase of spare parts An important role in the repair work is played by the use of spare parts and consumables of high quality, designed specifically for your car. In general, spare...
Poddomkrachivanie car Attention! The jack supplied as standard with the vehicle is intended only for briefly lifting the vehicle when changing a wheel! When carrying out any other...
Emergency vehicle towing Emergency vehicle towing Strictly speaking, the vehicle should be towed with the drive wheels off the ground (In front of them) wheels (best at all on a tow...
Starting the engine from an auxiliary power source The use of an auxiliary power supply will help to start the engine in an emergency, but then the cause of the low battery should be identified and corrected,...
Schedule of scheduled maintenance (MS) The responsibility for timely scheduled maintenance lies with the vehicle owner. As the owner of the vehicle, you are an important link in the car maintenance...
Checking fluid levels Checking fluid levels (engine oil, gearbox, ATF, power steering fluid, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid). Note: The order of procedures performed on a...
Changing the engine oil and oil filter Change of oil Note: If the vehicle is operated under severe conditions, the intervals between the next replacement of impellent oil / oil filter should be...
Sludge drain, fuel filter bleed (diesel) Note: Before beginning any fuel filter maintenance procedures, thoroughly wipe the area around the fuel filter seat to prevent the risk of dirt entering the...
Checking, servicing and charging the battery General information 1. The car-mounted 12 volt battery is placed under the hood in the left front of the engine compartment and consists of six cans in which...
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...
Inspection of suspension and steering components Note: Suspension and steering components must be checked regularly as wear or damage can shorten tire life, reduce vehicle handling and increase fuel...
Checking the brake system Warning! Remember that the dust generated during the operation of the brake mechanisms may contain asbestos, which is extremely harmful to human health. Never...
Checking electrical equipment 1. Check the proper functioning of all onboard 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, a special grease of the type Opel № 1948610 and with identification number 09163311. For other lubrication points, you can...
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, you must first 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...
Fuel filter replacement Fuel Filter Replacement Petrol Models Attention! When carrying out work on replacing the filter, observe fire safety measures with flammable substances! Do not...
Replacing Spark Plugs (Gasoline Engines) Warning! In the electronic ignition system, a very high voltage is generated! Be careful, observe all necessary precautions when servicing any system...
Checking the condition of the timing belt 1. The scheduled replacement of the toothed belt and tension roller is carried out in accordance with the Maintenance Schedule ( see section 1 ). 2. In...
Tire pressure monitoring General information Attention! Incorrect and untimely adjustment of the air pressure in the tires entails internal destruction of the tire cord and can cause...