Vauxhall Signum (2007 year). Instruction - part 6
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Seats, interior
9 Warning
9 Warning
There must be no objects in the area in
Have the cause of the fault eliminated
which the airbag inflates. Do not place
immediately by a workshop.
the hands or arms on the covers of the
The system’s integrated self-diagnostics
airbag systems. Important information -
allows faults to be quickly remedied.
see page 89.
If control indicator v in the instrument
The three-point seat belt must always be
panel fails, for reasons of safety, the
correctly fitted - see page 71.
text AIrbAG appears in the odometer
display.
The curtain airbags will not be triggered in
the event of
The text is acknowledged by pressing the
z the ignition is switched off
reset button. It then disappears from the
odometer display 10 seconds later.
z frontal collisions
Control indicator v for airbag systems
The operation of the airbag systems is
z accidents in which the vehicle overturns
electronically monitored together with the
z collisions involving a rear impact
seat occupancy recognition systems 3 and
the belt tensioners and indicated on the
z collisions involving a side impact outside
instrument panel by the control
the passenger cell.
indicator v. When the ignition is switched
on, the control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not illuminate,
does not go off after 4 seconds or
illuminates whilst driving, there is a fault in
the airbag systems, the seat occupancy
recognition system 3 or the belt tensioners,
see page 73. The systems may not activate
if an accident occurs.
Deployment of the airbags is indicated by
continuous illumination of v.
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87
Seat occupancy recognition 3
The seat occupancy recognition system
9 Warning
deactivates the front and side airbags for
the front passenger if the front passenger
Only Vauxhall child restraint systems with
seat is not occupied or a Vauxhall child
transponders 3 can be fitted on the front
restraint system with transponders 3 is
passenger seats. Use of systems without
fitted on the front passenger seat. The
transponders poses a risk of fatal injury.
curtain airbag system 3 remains activated.
Vauxhall child restraint systems with
The control indicator for seat occupancy
transponders 3 can be identified by a
recognition y is located in the instrument
sticker.
panel. If control indicator y illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds when the ignition is
switched on, the vehicle is equipped with
seat occupancy recognition - see page 88,
Fig. S 12161.
Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition
can also be identified by the sticker on the
If a Vauxhall child restraint system with
transponders 3 is fitted, the control
side of the instrument panel, see figure
indicator y lights up continuously after
above.
the ignition is switched on as soon as the
Vauxhall child restraint systems with
system has detected the child restraint
transponders 3 are automatically
system. Only then may the child restraint
detected if correctly fitted to the front
system with transponders 3 be used on the
passenger seat. When these child restraint
passenger seat.
systems are being used on the front
passenger seat, the front and side airbag
systems for the front passenger seat are
deactivated. The curtain airbag system
remains activated. Pay attention to control
indicator y for seat occupancy
recognition 3 - see page 88.
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Seats, interior
Control indicator y for Vauxhall child
If the control indicator flashes when the
restraint systems with transponders 3
child restraint system with transponders 3
The presence of a Vauxhall child restraint
is correctly fitted, there is a fault with risk of
system with transponders 3 is indicated
injury to the child. Fit the child restraint
after the ignition has been switched on by
system on the rear seat. Have the cause of
permanent illumination of the control
the fault eliminated by a workshop.
indicator y in the instrument panel, as
soon as the seat occupancy recognition
system has detected the child restraint
system.
If the control indicator does not come on
while driving, the front and side airbags for
the passenger are not de-activated and
there is a risk of injury or death to the child.
Fit child restraint systems on the rear seat.
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a
workshop.
If the child restraint system is not correctly
fitted or the transponders are defective the
control indicator flashes. Check that child
restraint system is correctly fitted. For
fitting child restraint system with
transponders 3, see instructions provided
with child restraint system.
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89
If no Vauxhall child restraint system with
Important
z The airbag systems and belt tensioner
transponders 3 is fitted, the control
z Do not fit accessories or place objects in
control electronics can be found in the
indicator must not light or flash as the
the expansion zone of the airbag
centre console area. In order to avoid
passenger airbag systems would not
systems - risk of injury if airbags are
malfunctions, do not store magnetic
deploy. Have the cause of the fault
deployed.
objects in this area.
eliminated by a workshop.
z Do not place any objects between the
z Do not stick anything on the steering
airbag systems and the vehicle
wheel, instrument panel, front seat
9 Warning
occupants; danger of injury.
backrests or roof frame in the vicinity of
the airbags, or on the front passenger
If the Vauxhall child restraint system with
9
Warning
seat cushion, or cover any of those areas
transponders 3 has been fitted
with other materials.
according to the instructions, the control
Never carry child restraint systems or
indicator for Vauxhall child restraint
z Use only a dry cloth or interior cleaner to
other objects on your lap - risk of fatal
systems with transponders must
clean the steering wheel, instrument
injury.
illuminate in the instrument panel when
panel, front seat backrests, roof frame
the ignition is switched on.
and seat cushion of the front passenger
z Use the hooks in the roof frame only to
seat. Do not use any aggressive cleaning
If the control indicator does not come on
hang up light articles of clothing or coat
agents.
while driving, the passenger airbag
hangers. Do not place any objects in the
systems are not de-activated and there is
pockets of the hanging items - risk of
z Only protective covers which are
a risk of injury or death. In this case fit
injury.
approved for your vehicle with side
child restraint systems on the rear seat.
airbag 3 may be fitted on the front
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by
seats. When fitting the protective covers,
a workshop.
make sure that the airbag units on the
outboard sides of the front seat
backrests are not covered.
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Seats, interior
z The airbag systems are triggered
z Do not perform any alterations on the
z In vehicles with seat occupancy
independently of each other based on
components of the airbag system, as this
recognition 3, do not place any heavy
the severity of the accident and the type
would render the vehicle unroadworthy.
objects on the front passenger seat
of impact. The side airbag system 3 and
otherwise the airbag systems for the
the curtain airbag system 3 are
9 Warning
front passenger seat may be triggered in
triggered together.
the event of an accident.
The systems can be triggered abruptly
z Each airbag deploys once only. Have a
z In vehicles with seat occupancy
and cause injury if they are handled
workshop replace deployed airbags
recognition 3, to prevent malfunctions
improperly.
immediately.
do not use protective covers or seat
cushions on the front passenger seat.
z The speeds, directions of movement and
z We recommend having the steering
deformation properties of the vehicles,
wheel, the instrument panel, all panelling
and the properties of the obstacle
parts, the door seals, the handles and
concerned, determine the severity of the
the seats removed by a workshop.
accident and triggering of the airbags.
z When disposing of the vehicle, the safety
The degree of damage to your vehicle
instructions given for this must be
and the resulting repair costs alone are
observed. Take the vehicle to a recycling
not indicative that the criteria for
company for disposal.
triggering of the airbags were met.
z Persons weighing less than 35 kg should
only travel on the rear seats. This does
not apply to children who are travelling
in child restraint systems with
transponders 3.
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91
z In order to prevent malfunctions when
using a Vauxhall child restraint system
9 Warning
with transponders 3 on the front
passenger seat, no objects (e.g. plastic
Vehicles with passenger airbag and no
sheet, stickers or heated mats) may be
side airbag 3: child seats facing the rear
placed under the child restraint system.
of the vehicle must not be fitted to the
passenger seat, risk of fatal injury. Child
9 Warning
seats facing the front (child safety seats
for weight ranges I, II and III - see
Child restraint systems as well as other
following pages) are permitted on the
objects must never be carried on the lap
passenger seat, providing that it is
of passengers; risk of fatal injury. If
pushed back as far as possible and the
carried in this way, child restraint systems
backrest has been adjusted so that the
with transponders 3 in vehicles with seat
lap belt fits snugly.
occupancy recognition 3 could lead to
Use of child restraint systems 3 on the
front passenger airbag systems not
front passenger seat in vehicles with
being triggered in the event of an
airbag -systems, but without seat
accident.
occupancy recognition 3
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Seats, interior
Vehicles with front passenger airbag can
Use of child restraint systems 3 on front
9 Warning
be recognised by the word AIRBAG above
passenger seat in vehicles with airbag
the glove compartment and the warning
systems 3 and with seat occupancy
Vehicles with side airbag 3: No child
sticker on the sun visor of the passenger
recognition 3
restraint system 3 may be fitted on the
seat - see Fig. 17424 T. In some versions1),
front passenger’s seat; risk of fatal injury.
9 Warning
the warning sticker may be on the side of
the instrument panel - see Fig. 17118 T.
A vehicle with side airbags can be
Only Vauxhall child restraint systems with
identified by the word AIRBAG on the
transponders 3 can be fitted on the front
outboard sides of the front seat backrests.
passenger seats. Use of systems without
Seat occupancy recognition 3
transponders poses a risk of fatal injury.
– see page 87.
1) Country-specific version.
Seats, interior
93
The seat occupancy recognition system
detects Vauxhall child restraint systems
with transponders 3 and switches off the
front and side airbag systems for the front
passenger’s seat. The curtain airbag
system remains activated. Seat occupancy
recognition - see page 87.
Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition
Vauxhall child restraint systems with
can be identified by control indicator y in
transponders 3 can be identified by a
the instrument panel. If control indicator y
sticker or badge, see illustration.
illuminates for approx. 4 seconds when the
ignition is switched on, the vehicle is
equipped with seat occupancy recognition,
see page 87.
Vehicles with seat occupancy recognition
can also be identified by the sticker on
the side of the instrument panel
– see Fig. 17625 J.
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Seats, interior
Cigarette lighter 3
Accessory socket 3
Do not damage the sockets by using
unsuitable plugs.
The cigarette lighter is in the front centre
The socket in the centre console and the
console.
cigarette lighter socket can be used to
The maximum power consumption
connect electrical accessories. The sockets
of electrical accessories must not
Press in cigarette lighter with ignition
are ready for operation when the ignition is
exceed 120 watts.
switched on. Switches off automatically
switched on. If the engine is not running the
when element is glowing. Withdraw
Do not connect any current-delivering
battery will be discharged. More accessory
cigarette lighter.
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
sockets 3 can be found in the centre
devices or batteries.
console beneath the rear air vents and in
the Travel Assistant 3.
Electrical accessories connected to the
socket must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839,
otherwise vehicle malfunctions may occur.
Accessory sockets in the Travel
Assistant 3 - see page 60.
Seats, interior
95
Ashtray
To empty, grip both sides of the ashtray
Rear ashtray 3
insert at the spots illustrated and pull
The ash tray is in the rear centre console.
To be used only for ash and not for
upwards.
combustible rubbish.
The cover opens when pressed at the point
indicated.
9 Warning
To empty: open the ashtray, press the
spring (arrow) and pull out the ashtray.
Failure to observe these descriptions can
lead to injuries which may be fatal.
Vehicle passengers should be informed
accordingly.
Front ashtray
The ash tray is in the front centre console
beneath a cover.
The cover opens when pressed at the point
indicated.
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Seats, interior
Stowage compartments
Centre console stowage compartment 3
Stowage compartment in the roof lining 3
Division of the stowage compartment can
To open, press the marked point.
Glove compartment
be changed by moving the partition in the
To open, pull handle upwards.
The maximum permitted storage
side guides.
compartment load is 0.4 kg per
On the inside of the glove compartment
compartment.
cover there is a pen holder.
The glove compartment should remain
The storage compartments must be closed
when the vehicle is in motion.
closed while driving.
Cooled glove compartment 3
– see page 143.
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97
Stowage compartments in the luggage
Drink holders
Drinks holders, rear 3
compartment
The drink holder is in the console beneath
Drink holders, front 3
To access press down both bars and open
the centre seat. Swivel out the drink holder.
The drink holder can be found between
the cover.
the front seats in the centre console: slide
Fold over middle rear seat cushion - see
Warning triangle ¨ 3 and first-aid kit + 3
cover 3 open.
page 57.
stowage - see page 232.
Drink holder in Travel Assistant 3 - see
Stowing the spare wheel - see page 233.
page 60.
Jack and vehicle tools stowage - see
page 235.
Sun visors
Use the sun visor to protect from glare by
pulling it down and swivelling it to the side.
During driving, the mirrors in the sun visors
should be covered.
98
Instruments, controls
Control indicators
Instruments, controls
I
The control indicators described here are
Engine oil pressure
not present in all vehicles. The description
Control indicator lights up red
applies to all instrument versions.
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
The control indicator colours mean:
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
z Red
Danger, important reminder,
z Yellow
Warning, note, fault
Illuminates when the engine is running
Engine lubrication may be interrupted. This
z Green
On confirmation,
may result in damage to the engine and/or
z Blue
On confirmation,
locking of the drive wheels:
1. Depress clutch.
O
Turn signal lights
2. Shift instruction transmission or
Control indicator flashes green.
Easytronic 3 into neutral; for automatic
transmission 3, set selector lever to N.
Control indicators
98
The control indicator flashes on the
respective side.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly
Instrument display
105
as possible without impeding other
Information display
108
Both control indicators flash with the
vehicles.
Warning buzzers
126
hazard warning lights on.
4. Switch off ignition.
Windscreen wipers
126
Rapid flashes: A turn signal light or the
related fuse has failed, failure of turn signal
9 Warning
light on the trailer 3.
Change bulbs - see page 249.
When the engine is off, considerably
Fuses - see page 243.
more force is needed to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle has come
to a standstill, otherwise the steering
column lock could engage unexpectedly.
Contact a workshop.
Instruments, controls
99
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Alternator
Control indicator lights or flashes red.
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Flashing while starting
Battery voltage too low. Have electrical
system tested by a workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop and switch engine off. Battery will not
be charged. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. Effect of brake servo unit may
R
For vehicles with Easytronic 3, the control
stop in vehicles with diesel engines.
Brake system, clutch system
indicator flashes for a few seconds when
Contact a workshop for assistance.
Control indicator lights or flashes red.
the ignition is turned off if the hand brake
It comes on when the ignition is switched on
is not applied.
v
if the hand brake is applied or if the brake
Airbag systems 3, belt tensioners 3
9 Warning
and clutch fluid level is too low. For further
Control indicator lights up red
instructions - see pages 209, 272.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Illuminate if the handbrake has been
Fault in the airbag systems, seat
released: stop vehicle and interrupt
occupancy recognition 3 or belt tensioner -
journey immediately. Contact a
see pages 73, 86.
workshop for assistance.
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Instruments, controls
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Door open
Control indicator lights up red
It illuminates with the doors open.
j
Easytronic 3, start engine
Control indicator lights up yellow.
It illuminates if the foot brake is not
operated. The indicator goes off as soon as
the foot brake is operated. The engine can
only be started with the foot brake
operated, see page 169.
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Coolant temperature
SPORT mode of automatic transmission 3
Bulb replacement 3
Control indicator lights up red
Symbol is lit in the transmission display if
Control indicator lights up red
the SPORT mode 3 is selected.
Illuminates when the engine is running
It illuminates if a bulb is defective. Check
Stop and turn engine off, coolant
Further information - see page 178.
the lights and replace any defective bulbs.
temperature is too high. Risk of engine
damage. For coolant temperature display
T
Replacing bulbs, see page 249.
see page 106. Check coolant level
Winter program of automatic
immediately - see page 270.
transmission 3 or Easytronic 3
Symbol lights in gear display with Winter
8
program engaged.
Exterior lights
Further information - see pages 172, 180.
Control indicator lights green.
It is illuminated when the exterior lighting is
on - see page 128.
Instruments, controls
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A
Bootlid open
Parking distance sensor 3
Engine electronics, transmission
Control indicator lights up red
Control indicator lights up yellow.
electronics 3, diesel fuel filter 3,
immobiliser
It illuminates with the luggage
Fault in system. Contact a workshop for
Control indicator lights or flashes yellow.
compartment open, to close luggage
help.
compartment - see page 34.
It illuminates for a few seconds when the
Parking distance sensor - see page 202.
ignition is switched on.
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Illuminates when the engine is running
Fog lights 3
Continuous Damping Control 3,
Fault in engine or gearbox electronic
Control indicator lights green.
SPORT mode
system. Electronics have switched on
It is illuminated when the fog lights are on -
Control indicator lights up yellow.
emergency running program fuel
see page 130.
consumption may be increased and
Fault in system. Contact a workshop for
the vehicle’s driveability reduced -
help.
C
see page 192. Contact a workshop
Main beam
Further information - see page 198.
immediately.
Control indicator lights blue.
X
Diesel engines1) Z 19 DTL, Z 19 DT,
It is illuminated when main beam is on and
Z 19 DTH: Have water drained from diesel
Seat belt 3
during headlight flash - see pages 7, 128.
fuel filter - see page 270.
Control indicator lights up red
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It illuminates once the ignition has been
Flashes when the ignition is on
Fog tail light
switched on until the seat belt is put on.
Fault in the electronic immobiliser system;
Control indicator lights up yellow.
A warning buzzer also sounds once the car
the engine cannot be started - see
has started moving.
page 27.
It is illuminated when the rear fog lights are
on - see page 131.
Putting on a seat belt - see page 71.
1) Sales designation - see page 281.
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Instruments, controls
H
Coolant level
Control indicator lights up yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Coolant fluid level too low. Stop, turn off
engine. Check coolant fluid level
immediately - see page 271.
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Anti-lock Braking System
Control indicator lights up red
Illuminates while driving
Fault in anti-lock braking system -
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Flashing
see page 210.
Preheating system 3, diesel particle
(in vehicles with diesel particle filter)
filter 3
The driving situation is such that the diesel
Control indicator lights or flashes yellow.
particle filter self-cleaning function can not
Lights
operate automatically. You may continue
Preheating system active, switches on only
to drive the vehicle normally. The vehicle
if outside temperature is low.
will not be damaged and does not require
service.
The self-cleaning function will
automatically operate while driving after
the engine has reached its normal
operating temperature. The control
indicator ! will continue to flash until the
self-cleaning operation is complete. This
may take up to 20 minutes of driving. The
time will be shorter at higher vehicle
speeds.
Further information - see page 194.