Opel Mokka (2017 year). Instruction - part 8

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Climate control

Air conditioning system

In addition to the heating and

ventilation system, the air

conditioning system has controls for:
n

: cooling

4

: air recirculation

Cooling n

Press n to switch on cooling. The

LED in the button illuminates. Cooling

is only functional when the engine is

running and climate control fan is

switched on.
Press n again to switch off cooling.

The air conditioning system cools and

dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the

outside temperature is above a

specific level. Therefore

condensation may form and drip from

under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,

switch off the cooling system for fuel

saving reasons. Activated cooling

may inhibit Autostops.
Stop-start system 3 127.

Air recirculation system 4

Press 4 to activate air recirculation

mode. The LED in the button

illuminates.
Press 4 again to deactivate air

recirculation mode.

9 Warning

The exchange of fresh air is

reduced in air recirculation mode.

In operation without cooling the air

humidity increases, so the

windows may mist up from inside.

The quality of the passenger

compartment air deteriorates,

which may cause the vehicle

occupants to feel drowsy.

In warm and very humid ambient air

conditions, the windscreen may mist

up from outside when cold air is

directed towards it. If windscreen

mists up from outside, activate

windscreen wiper and deactivate l.

Maximum cooling

Briefly open the windows so that hot

air can disperse quickly.

● Switch on cooling n.
● Air recirculation system 4 on.
● Press air distribution switch M.
● Set temperature control to

coldest level.

● Set fan speed to highest level.
● Open all vents.

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Demisting and defrosting the

windows V

● Press V: fan automatically

switches to higher speed, the air

distribution is directed towards

the windscreen.

● Set temperature control to

warmest level.

● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● Open side air vents as required

and direct them towards the door

windows.

Note

If V is pressed while the engine is

running, an Autostop will be inhibited

until V is pressed again.
If l is pressed with the fan switched

on and the engine running, an

Autostop will be inhibited until l is

pressed again or until the fan is

switched off.

If V is pressed while the engine is

in an Autostop, the engine will restart

automatically.
If l is pressed with the fan switched

on while the engine is in an

Autostop, the engine will restart

automatically.

Stop-start system 3 127.

Electronic climate control

system

Controls for:

● air distribution
● temperature
● fan speed

AUTO : automatic mode

4

: instruction air recirculation

V

: demisting and defrosting

Heated rear window Ü 3 32.
The preselected temperature is

automatically regulated. In automatic

mode, the fan speed and air

distribution automatically regulate the

air flow.
The system can be instructionly adapted

via the use of air distribution and air

flow controls.

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Climate control

Each change of settings is shown in

the Info-Display for a few seconds.
The electronic climate control system

is only fully operational when the

engine is running.

Automatic mode AUTO

Basic setting for maximum comfort:

● Press AUTO: the air distribution

and fan speed are regulated

automatically.

● Open all air vents.
● Press n to switch on cooling.
● Set the desired temperature.

Temperature preselection

Temperatures can be set to the

desired value.
If the minimum temperature is set, the

climate control system runs at

maximum cooling.

If the maximum temperature is set,

the climate control system runs at

maximum heating.

Note

If the temperature is to be reduced

for climate comfort reasons, an

Autostop may be inhibited or the

engine will restart automatically

when cooling is switched on.
Stop-start system 3 127.

The temperature can be adjusted

separately for driver and front

passenger side.

Demisting and defrosting the

windows V

● Press V.
● Temperature and air distribution

are set automatically and the fan

runs at high speed.

● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● To return to previous mode:

press V, to return to automatic

mode: press AUTO.

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Note

If V is pressed while the engine is

running, an Autostop will be inhibited

until V is pressed again.
If l is pressed with the fan switched

on and the engine running, an

Autostop will be inhibited until l is

pressed again or until the fan is

switched off.
If V is pressed while the engine is

in an Autostop, the engine will restart

automatically.
If l is pressed with the fan switched

on while the engine is in an

Autostop, the engine will restart

automatically.

Stop-start system 3 127.

Instruction settings

Climate control system settings can

be changed by activating the buttons

and rotary knobs as follows.

Changing a setting will deactivate the

automatic mode.

Fan speed Z

The selected fan speed is indicated

with x and a number in the display. If

the fan is switched off, the air

conditioning is also deactivated.
To return to automatic mode: Press

AUTO.

Air distribution l, M, K

Press appropriate button for desired

adjustment. Activation is indicated by

illumination of the LED in the button.
l

: to windscreen and front door

windows (air conditioning is

activated in the background to

help prevent windows from

fogging)

M

: to head area

K

: to foot well and windscreen

Combination of settings are possible.
Return to automatic air distribution:

Deactivate corresponding setting or

press AUTO.

Cooling n

Press n to switch on cooling. The

LED in the button illuminates. Cooling

is only functional when the engine is

running and climate control fan is

switched on.
Press n again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and

dehumidifies (dries) when outside

temperature is above a specific level.

Therefore condensation may form

and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,

switch off the cooling system for fuel

saving reasons. Activated cooling

may inhibit an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 127.
Eco appears in the display when

cooling is deactivated.

Air recirculation mode 4

Press 4 once to activate the

instruction air recirculation mode.

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Climate control

9 Warning

The exchange of fresh air is

reduced in air recirculation mode.

In operation without cooling the air

humidity increases, so the

windows may mist up from inside.

The quality of the passenger

compartment air deteriorates,

which may cause the vehicle

occupants to feel drowsy.

Air conditioning with the engine

not running

When ignition is off, the residual heat

or cooling in the system can be used

for climate control in passenger

compartment.

Auxiliary heater

Air heater

Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air

heater which automatically warms up

the passenger compartment more

quickly.

Air vents

Adjustable air vents

At least one air vent must be open

while the cooling is on.

To open the vent, turn the adjuster

wheel to the right. Adjust the air

amount at the vent outlet by turning

the adjuster wheel.

Direct the flow of air by tilting and

swivelling the slats.
To close the vent, turn the adjuster

wheel to the left.

9 Warning

Do not attach any objects to the

slats of the air vents. Risk of

damage and injury in case of an

accident.

Fixed air vents

Additional air vents are located

beneath the windscreen and door

windows and in the foot wells.

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Maintenance

Air intake

The air intake in front of the

windscreen in the engine

compartment must be kept clear to

allow air intake.
Remove any leaves, dirt or snow.

Pollen filter

The pollen filter cleans dust, soot,

pollen and spores from the air

entering the vehicle through the air

intake.

Air conditioning regular

operation

In order to ensure continuously

efficient performance, cooling must

be operated for a few minutes once a

month, irrespective of the weather

and time of year. Operation with

cooling is not possible when the

outside temperature is too low.

Service

For optimal cooling performance, it is

recommended to annually check the

climate control system, starting

three years after initial vehicle

registration, including:

● functionality and pressure test
● heating functionality
● leakage check
● check of drive belts
● cleaning of condenser and

evaporator drainage

● performance check

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Driving and operating

Driving and

operating

Driving hints ............................... 125

Control of the vehicle ............... 125

Steering ................................... 125

Starting and operating ............... 125

New vehicle running-in ............ 125

Ignition switch positions ........... 126

Starting the engine .................. 126

Overrun cut-off ........................ 127

Stop-start system .................... 127

Parking .................................... 129

Engine exhaust .......................... 130

Diesel particle filter .................. 130

Catalytic converter ................... 131

Automatic transmission .............. 131

Transmission display ............... 131

Selector lever .......................... 132

Instruction mode ........................... 133

Electronic driving programmes 133

Fault ........................................ 133

Interruption of power supply .... 133

Instruction transmission .................. 134
Drive systems ............................ 135

All-wheel drive ......................... 135

Brakes ........................................ 136

Antilock brake system ............. 136

Parking brake .......................... 136

Brake assist ............................. 137

Hill start assist ......................... 137

Ride control systems ................. 137

Traction Control system .......... 137

Electronic Stability Control ...... 138

Descent control system ........... 139

Driver assistance systems ......... 140

Cruise control .......................... 140

Speed limiter ........................... 141

Forward collision alert ............. 142

Parking assist .......................... 144

Rear view camera ................... 146

Traffic sign assistant ................ 148

Lane departure warning .......... 151

Fuel ............................................ 152

Fuel for petrol engines ............. 152

Fuel for diesel engines ............ 152

Fuel for liquid gas operation .... 153

Refuelling ................................ 155

Fuel consumption - CO

2

-

Emissions ............................... 158

Trailer hitch ................................ 159

General information ................. 159

Driving characteristics and

towing tips .............................. 159

Trailer towing ........................... 159

Towing equipment ................... 160

Driving and operating

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Driving hints

Control of the vehicle

Never coast with engine not

running (except during Autostop)

Many systems will not function in this

situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power

steering). Driving in this manner is a

danger to yourself and others. All

systems function during an Autostop,

but there will be a controlled reduction

in power steering assist and vehicle

speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 127.

Pedals

To ensure the pedal travel is

uninhibited, there must be no mats in

the area of the pedals.
Use only floor mats, which fit properly

and are fixed by the retainers on the

driver side.

Steering

If power steering assist is lost

because the engine stops or due to a

system malfunction, the vehicle can

be steered but may require increased

effort.
Control indicator c 3 86.

Caution

Vehicles equipped with hydraulic

power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until

it reaches the end of its travel, and

is held in that position for more

than 10 seconds, damage may

occur to the power steering

system and there may be loss of

power steering assist.

Starting and operating

New vehicle running-in

Do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may

occur because of wax and oil

evaporating off the exhaust system.

Park the vehicle in the open for a

while after the first drive and avoid

inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and

engine oil consumption may be

higher and the cleaning process of

the diesel particle filter may take

place more often. Autostop may be

inhibited to allow for charging the

battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 130.

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Driving and operating

Ignition switch positions

0 : ignition off

1 : steering wheel lock released,

ignition off

2 : ignition on, for diesel engine:

preheating

3 : starting

Starting the engine

Instruction transmission: operate clutch.
Automatic transmission: operate

brake and move the selector lever to

P or N.
Do not operate the accelerator pedal.
Diesel engine: turn the key to position

2 for preheating until control

indicator ! extinguishes.
Turn the key briefly to position 3 and

release: an automatic procedure

operates the starter with a short delay

as long as the engine is running, see

'Automatic Starter Control'.

Before restarting or to switch off the

engine, turn the key back to position

0.
During an Autostop, the engine can

be started by depressing the clutch

pedal.

Key lock release

Some vehicles with an automatic

transmission are equipped with an

electronic key lock release system.

The key lock release is designed to

prevent ignition key removal unless

the selector lever is in P.

Starting the vehicle at low

temperatures

Starting the engine without additional

heaters is possible down to -25 °С for

diesel engines and -30 °C for petrol

engines. Required is an engine oil

with the correct viscosity, the correct

fuel, performed services and a

sufficiently charged battery. With

temperatures below -30 °C the

automatic transmission requires a

warming phase of approx. 5 minutes.

The selector lever must be in position

P.

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Automatic Starter Control

This function controls the engine

starting procedure. The driver does

not need to hold the key in position 3.

Once applied, the system will go on

starting automatically until the engine

is running. Because of the checking

procedure, the engine starts running

after a short delay.
Possible reasons for a non-starting

engine:

● clutch pedal not operated

(instruction transmission)

● brake pedal not operated or

selector lever not in P or N

(automatic transmission)

● timeout occurred

Turbo engine warm-up

Upon start-up, engine available

torque may be limited for a short time,

especially when the engine

temperature is cold. The limitation is

to allow the lubrication system to fully

protect the engine.

Overrun cut-off

The fuel supply is automatically cut off

during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle

is driven with a gear engaged but

accelerator is released.

Stop-start system

The stop-start system helps to save

fuel and to reduce the exhaust

emissions. When conditions allow, it

switches off the engine as soon as the

vehicle is at a low speed or at a

standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a

traffic jam. It starts the engine

automatically as soon as the clutch is

depressed. A battery sensor ensures

that an Autostop is only performed if

the battery is sufficiently charged for

a restart.

Activation

The stop-start system is available as

soon as the engine is started, the

vehicle starts-off and the conditions

as stated below in this section are

fulfilled.

Deactivation

Deactivate the stop-start system

instructionly by pressing Ï.

Deactivation is indicated when the

LED in the button extinguishes.

Autostop

If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a

standstill, activate an Autostop as

follows:

● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Move the selector lever to

neutral.

● Release the clutch pedal.

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Driving and operating

The engine will be switched off while

the ignition stays on.

An Autostop is indicated by the

needle at the AUTOSTOP position in

the tachometer.
During an Autostop, the heating

performance, power steering and

brake performance will be

maintained.

Conditions for an Autostop

The stop-start system checks if each

of the following conditions is fulfilled:

● The stop-start system is not

instructionly deactivated.

● The bonnet is fully closed.

● The driver's door is closed or the

driver's seat belt is fastened.

● The vehicle battery is sufficiently

charged and in good condition.

● The engine is warmed up.
● The engine coolant temperature

is not too high.

● The engine exhaust temperature

is not too high, e.g. after driving

with high engine load.

● The ambient temperature is

above -5 °C.

● The climate control system

allows an Autostop.

● The brake vacuum is sufficient.
● The self-cleaning function of the

diesel particle filter is not active.

● The vehicle was driven at least at

walking speed since the last

Autostop.

Otherwise an Autostop will be

inhibited.
Certain settings of the climate control

system may inhibit an Autostop. See

Climate control chapter for more

details 3 118.

Immediately after motorway driving

an Autostop may be inhibited.
New vehicle running-in 3 125.

Vehicle battery discharge protection

To ensure reliable engine restarts,

several battery discharge protection

features are implemented as part of

the stop-start system.

Power saving measures

During an Autostop, several electrical

features such as auxiliary electric

heater or rear window heating are

disabled or switched into a power

saving mode. The fan speed of the

climate control system is reduced to

save power.

Restart of the engine by the driver

Depress the clutch pedal to restart the

engine.
The engine start is indicated by the

needle at the idle speed position in

the tachometer.

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If the selector lever is shifted out of

neutral before depressing the clutch

first, control indicator - illuminates

or is shown as a message in the

Driver Information Centre.
Control indicator - 3 85.

Restart of the engine by the stop-

start system

The selector lever must be in neutral

to enable an automatic restart.
If one of the following conditions

occurs during an Autostop, the

engine will be restarted automatically

by the stop-start system:

● The stop-start system is

instructionly deactivated.

● The bonnet is opened.
● The driver's seat belt is

unfastened and the driver's door

is opened.

● The engine temperature is too

low.

● The charging level of the vehicle

battery is below a defined level.

● The brake vacuum is not

sufficient.

● The vehicle is driven at least at

walking speed.

● The climate control system

requests an engine start.

● The air conditioning is instructionly

switched on.

If the bonnet is not fully closed, a

warning message is displayed in the

Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a

portable CD player, is connected to

the power outlet, a brief power drop

during engine restart might be

noticeable.

Parking

9 Warning

● Do not park the vehicle on an

easily ignitable surface. The

high temperature of the

exhaust system could ignite the

surface.

● Always apply the parking

brake. Activate the parking

brake without pressing the

release button. Apply as firmly

as possible on a downhill slope

or uphill slope. Depress brake

pedal at the same time to

reduce operating force.

● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level

surface or uphill slope, engage

first gear or set the selector

lever to position P before

removing the ignition key. On

an uphill slope, turn the front

wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill

slope, engage reverse gear or

set the selector lever to position

P before removing the ignition

key. Turn the front wheels

towards the kerb.

● Close the windows and the

sunroof.

● Remove the ignition key from

the ignition switch. For vehicles

with automatic transmission,

the key can only be removed

when the selector lever is in

position P.

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Driving and operating

Turn the steering wheel until

the steering wheel lock is felt to

engage.

● Lock the vehicle.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm

system.

Note

In the event of an accident with

airbag deployment, the engine is

turned off automatically if the vehicle

comes to a standstill within a certain

time.

Engine exhaust

9 Danger

Engine exhaust gases contain

poisonous carbon monoxide,

which is colourless and odourless

and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior

of the vehicle, open the windows.

Have the cause of the fault

rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load

compartment, otherwise exhaust

gases could enter the vehicle.

Diesel particle filter

The diesel particle filter system filters

harmful soot particles out of the

exhaust gases. The system includes

a self-cleaning function that runs

automatically during driving without

any notification. The filter is cleaned

by periodically burning off the soot

particles at high temperature. This

process takes place automatically

under set driving conditions and may

take up to 25 minutes. Typically it

needs between 7 and 12 minutes.

Autostop is not available and fuel

consumption may be higher during

this period. The emission of smells

and smoke during this process is

normal.

Under certain driving conditions, e.g.

short distances, the system cannot

clean itself automatically.
If cleaning of the filter is required and

if previous driving conditions did not

enable automatic cleaning, it will be

indicated by control indicator %.
%

 illuminates when diesel particle

filter is full. Start cleaning process as

soon as possible.

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%

 flashes when diesel particle filter

has reached the maximum filling

level. Start cleaning process

immediately to avoid damage to the

engine.

Cleaning process

To activate cleaning process,

continue driving, keep engine speed

above 2000 revolutions per minute.

Shift down if necessary. Diesel

particle filter cleaning is then started.
If control indicator g also

illuminates, cleaning is not possible:

seek the assistance of a workshop.

Caution

If the cleaning process is

interrupted, there is a risk of

provoking severe engine damage.

Cleaning takes place quickest at high

engine speeds and loads.
The control indicator % extinguishes

as soon as the self-cleaning

operation is complete.

Catalytic converter

The catalytic converter reduces the

amount of harmful substances in the

exhaust gases.

Caution

Fuel grades other than those listed

on pages 3 152, 3 213 could

damage the catalytic converter or

electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and

damage the catalytic converter.

Therefore avoid excessive use of

the starter, running the fuel tank

dry and starting the engine by

pushing or towing.

In the event of misfiring, uneven

engine running, a reduction in engine

performance or other unusual

problems, have the cause of the fault

rectified by a workshop as soon as

possible. In an emergency, driving

can be continued for a short period,

keeping vehicle speed and engine

speed low.

Automatic transmission

The automatic transmission permits

automatic gearshifting (automatic

mode) or manual gearshifting

(manual mode).

Transmission display

The mode or selected gear is shown

in the transmission display.

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Driving and operating

Selector lever

P : park position, wheels are locked,

engage only when the vehicle is

stationary and the parking brake

is applied

R : reverse gear, engage only when

the vehicle is stationary

N : neutral

D : automatic mode

M : manual mode

<

: upshift in manual mode

]

: downshift in manual mode

The selector lever is locked in P and

can only be moved when the ignition

is on and the brake pedal is applied.

To engage P or R, press the release

button.
The engine can only be started with

the lever in position P or N. When

position N is selected, press the brake

pedal or apply the parking brake

before starting.
Do not accelerate while engaging a

gear. Never depress the accelerator

pedal and brake pedal at the same

time.
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle

slowly begins to creep when the

brake is released.

Engine braking

To utilise the engine braking effect,

select a lower gear in good time when

driving downhill, see manual mode.

Rocking the vehicle

Rocking the vehicle is only

permissible if the vehicle is stuck in

sand, mud or snow. Move the selector

lever between D and R in a repeat

pattern. Do not race the engine and

avoid sudden acceleration.

Parking

Apply the parking brake and engage

P.
The ignition key can only be removed

when the selector lever is in position

P.

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Manual mode

Move selector lever to position M.
Press button on the selector lever:
<

: shift to a higher gear

]

: shift to a lower gear

If a higher gear is selected when

vehicle speed is too low, or a lower

gear when vehicle speed is too high,

the shift is not executed. This can

cause a message in the Driver

Information Centre.
In manual mode no automatic shifting

to a higher gear takes place at high

engine revolutions.

Electronic driving

programmes

● Following a cold start, the

operating temperature

programme increases engine

speed to quickly bring the

catalytic converter to the required

temperature.

● The automatic neutral shift

function automatically shifts to

idling when the vehicle is stopped

with a forward gear engaged and

the brake pedal is pressed.

● Special programmes

automatically adapt the shifting

points when driving up inclines or

down hills.

Kickdown

If the accelerator pedal is pressed

down completely in automatic mode,

the transmission shifts to a lower gear

depending on engine speed.

Fault

In the event of a fault, g illuminates.

Additionally a code number or a

vehicle message is displayed in the

Driver Information Centre. Vehicle

messages 3 94.
The transmission no longer shifts

automatically. Continued travel is

possible with manual shifting.
Only the highest gear is available.

Depending on the fault, second gear

may also be available in manual

mode. Shift only when vehicle is at a

standstill.
Have the cause of the fault remedied

by a workshop.

Interruption of power supply

In the event of an interruption of

power supply, the selector lever

cannot be moved out of the P

position. The ignition key cannot be

removed from the ignition switch.
If the battery is discharged, start the

vehicle using jump leads 3 198.
If the battery is not the cause of the

fault, release the selector lever.