Manuals for Opel Cars

Question 1

My car has a timing chain, what is the replacement interval for it? Verified

With normal use, a timing chain should last the entire lifespan of the car and does not need to be replaced.

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Question 2

I can't open one or more of the doors from the inside, why is that? Verified

The child safety lock is probably activated. This can often be deactivated with a mechanism in the door.

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Question 3

How often should I change my oil? Verified

Almost every car has its own exact guideline, but in general it's wise to change your oil every 10.000 to 15.000 kilometers or once every year. Polluted oil can cause serious damage to the engine over time.

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Question 4

The car keys won't unlock the car from a distance anymore, why is that? Verified

Car keys that can unlock from a distance generally work with a battery. When it runs out, the key won't work anymore. Replace the battery and try again.

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Question 5

When should the airbag on the side of the passenger seat be switched off? Verified

When driving with a child in a car seat on the passenger seat, the airbag on that side should be switched off. This is also advisable for children up to 12 years old that take place in the passenger seat. This is to prevent injuries in case of an accident.

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Question 6

Will a lower tire pressure result in more grip when driving in the snow? Verified

No, although the tires will have more surface in contact with the road with a lower pressure, it will nevertheless result in less stability. Always drive with the correct tire pressure!

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Question 7

I filled my car with the wrong fuel, what should I do? Verified

Do not drive! It does not matter wether you put diesel in a gasoline car or gasoline in a diesel car. In both cases it can cause damage to the enige and/or other parts of the car. Contact roadside assistance.

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Question 8

Where can I find the VIN number of my car? Verified

This can vary between brands and models, but on many cars the VIN number can be found on the door jamb, under the hood or on the metal flooring at the front seat.

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Question 9

How often should I replace the blades on my windscreen wipers? Verified

It's advisable to replace the wiper blades at least once a year. Signs that the blades need to be replaced are streaking, leaving a haze, making noise or the rubber coming off.

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Question 10

What is the VIN number? Verified

VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number and is a unique number that every car has. This makes the car indentifyable after for example a crash or in the case of a recall. It also allows a car to be identified in the case the number plates are missing.

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Question 11

How many miles is one kilometer? Verified

One kilometer equals 0,621 mile. Ten kilometers makes 6,21 miles. One mile equals 1,609 kilometer. Ten miles makes 16,09 kilometers.

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Question 12

Can I use the windscreen wipers while there is ice on the windscreen? Verified

No, this is not advisable. Ice is sharp and can damage the rubber on the wiper blades.

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Question 13

Where can I find the engine code and color code of my Opel? Verified

These are stated on the Carpass and on the door jamb of the car.

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Question 14

Can my Opel run on E10 fuel? Verified

Almost all Opels are suited for use with E10 fuel. Exception is the Z22YH engine (2.2 direct injection). This engine is used in the Vectra C, Signum and Zafira B models.

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