Vauxhall Signum (2007 year). Manual — part 11
Driving and operation
171
If the vehicle is in automatic mode, on
It is also possible to start off in reverse
Electronically controlled driving programs
movement of the selector lever to + or -
without depressing the foot brake if the
z By means of delayed gear changing
Easytronic shifts to manual mode and
accelerator pedal is operated directly after
(higher engine speeds) following a cold
changes up or down. The transmission
moving the selector lever. If there is no
start, the operating temperature
display shows the currently selected gear.
immediate acceleration or the foot brake is
program in automatic mode quickly and
not depressed, no gear is engaged and "R"
automatically brings the catalytic
Move selector lever toward R
flashes. After a few seconds, the display
converter to the temperature required
Reverse gear. Engage only when vehicle is
reverts to "N". Repeat previously described
for optimum pollutant reduction.
stationary.
starting procedure.
z Adaptive programs automatically adapt
Depress the foot brake, release the hand
gear shifting in automatic mode to suit
brake and move the selector lever to R.
the driving conditions, such as if the
Reverse gear is engaged. "R" appears in
vehicle is towing a caravan/trailer, has a
the transmission display.
high payload, or is being driven on
The vehicle begins to "creep" when the foot
inclines.
brake is released.
z Winter program: Press button T - see
next page.
172
Driving and operation
If the vehicle is switched to manual mode
while the winter program is active, the
winter programme is interrupted. The
winter programme resumes upon return to
automatic mode.
Winter program T
Kickdown
In the event of difficulties starting off
Accelerator pedal pressed past the
on slippery roads, press button T
pressure point: below certain speeds, the
("A" and T appear in the transmission
transmission shifts down into a lower gear.
display). Easytronic switches to automatic
Full engine power is available for
mode and the vehicle sets off in second
acceleration.
gear.
During kickdown no manual gear shifting is
The winter program is switched off by:
possible.
z pressing button T again,
z turning off the ignition.
In order to protect the Easytronic the winter
program automatically switches itself off
at extremely high clutch temperatures.
Driving and operation
173
When the engine speed approaches its
"Rocking" the car
upper limit, the transmission shifts to a
If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle
higher gear during kickdown even in
to free it from sand, mud, snow or a hole,
Manual mode.
move the selector lever between R and A
(or + or -) in a repeat pattern while applying
Without kickdown this automatic shift is
light pressure to the accelerator pedal. Do
not effected in Manual mode.
not race the engine and avoid sudden
Engine braking
acceleration.
Automatic mode:
This applies only to the exceptional
When driving downhill, Easytronic does not
circumstances mentioned above.
shift into higher gears until a fairly high
engine speed has been reached. When
braking, Easytronic shifts down in good
time.
Manual mode:
Manoeuvring the vehicle
To utilise the engine braking effect, select a
To manoeuvre the vehicle back and forth
lower gear in good time when driving
during attempts to park or in garage
downhill.
entrances the creeping movement can be
utilised by releasing the foot brake.
Never actuate accelerator and brake
pedals simultaneously.
To prevent damage, Easytronic
disengages the "creep function" at
extremely high automatic clutch
temperatures.
174
Driving and operation
Stopping the vehicle
Vehicle storage
In Automatic or Manual mode, when the
Before leaving the vehicle:
vehicle has stopped first gear (with Winter
z engage hand brake,
mode engaged, second gear) is engaged
z remove ignition key.
automatically and the clutch released.
The most recently engaged gear (indicator
In R reverse remains engaged.
in transmission display) remains engaged.
When the engine is running, a gear is
With N, no gear is engaged.
engaged and the foot brake is not
When the ignition is switched off the
depressed, a warning buzzer sounds when
Easytronic no longer responds to
the driver’s door is opened and the gear
movement of the selector lever.
shown in the transmission display flashes
at a rapid rate. If the hand brake is not
Lock the vehicle. Otherwise the battery
engaged, the vehicle creeps. Move the
may become discharged if the vehicle is
selector lever to N and apply the hand
parked for long periods.
brake.
If the hand brake has not been applied, the
Fault
control indicator R flashes for a few
Control indicator A illuminates in the
When stopping on gradients, engage the
hand brake or depress the brake pedal. To
seconds after the ignition is switched off.
event of a fault in the Easytronic system. In
prevent overheating of the clutch, do not
the event of serious faults, "F" also appears
With the engine off and the hand brake not
increase engine speed to ensure smooth
in the transmission display.
applied, when the driver’s door is opened a
idling when in gear.
warning buzzer sounds and the control
It is possible to continue driving if only
In order to prevent damage to the
indicator R flashes; switch on ignition,
control indicator A illuminates. Manual
Easytronic the clutch is automatically
engage gear, switch off ignition and apply
mode can then no longer be selected.
engaged at extremely high clutch
hand brake.
If "F" also appears in the transmission
temperatures.
display, continued driving is not possible.
Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a
period, e.g. in traffic jams or at level
workshop. The self-diagnosis integrated
crossings.
into the system allows rapid fault
identification.
Driving and operation
175
If the cause of the power failure is not a
6. Fit cleaned cap again. The cap must be
discharged battery, contact a workshop. If
in full contact with the housing.
the vehicle must be removed from flowing
Towing the vehicle and starting the engine
traffic, release the clutch as follows:
is not permitted when the clutch has been
1. Apply hand brake and switch off
released in this way, although the vehicle
ignition.
can be moved a short distance.
2. Opening and propping up the bonnet -
Contact a workshop immediately.
see page 226.
3. Clean Easytronic around the cap (see
figure) so that no dirt can get into the
opening when the cap is removed.
4. Rotate cap to slacken and remove by
lifting upwards - see figure.
Interruption of power supply
5. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise using
The clutch is not disengaged if the vehicle
a flat-head screwdriver (vehicle tools 3 -
battery is discharged and a gear has been
see page 235) until clear resistance can
selected. The vehicle cannot move.
be felt. The clutch has now been
If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using
disengaged.
jump leads - see page 228.
Do not turn beyond the resistance, since
this can damage the Easytronic.
176
Driving and operation
Automatic transmission 3
9 Warning
The automatic transmission allows
automatic shifting (Automatic mode) or
Disregard of these instructions may lead
manual shifting (Manual mode) to take
to injuries or endanger life.
place.
Selecting D puts the transmission in
The engine can only be started with the
selector lever in P or N. When starting in N,
automatic mode.
depress the foot brake or apply the hand
If the selector lever is moved to the left from
brake. After the engine has started,
the D position, manual mode is activated.
depress the brake before engaging a gear.
Gearchanges can then be made manually
Do not accelerate while selecting a gear.
by tipping the selector lever toward + or -.
Once a gear is engaged and the brake is
released, the vehicle "creeps". Never
depress the brake pedal and the
accelerator pedal simultaneously. The
Transmission display
selected gear is shown in the transmission
Display of selector lever setting, gear and
display, see page 176.
mode.
P
Park position
R
Reverse gear
N Neutral
D
Automatic mode
1-6
Manual mode showing the gear
selected
Driving and operation
177
The selector lever can only be moved out of
position P or N with the ignition switched on
and the foot brake applied (selector lever
lock). In selector lever position N the
selector lever lock is activated after a delay
and only if the vehicle is stationary.
In positions P or N, the control indicator j
lights up red in the selector lever indicator,
the selector lever is blocked,
see Fig. S 12547.
To engage P or R, push button on selector
lever.
Selector lever settings P, R, N and D
The engine can only be started with lever in
(automatic mode)
position P or N. When position N is selected,
P Park position, front wheels blocked.
press foot brake or engage hand brake
Only select with vehicle stationary
before starting.
and hand brake applied. "P" appears
Do not accelerate during the selection
in the transmission display.
procedure.
R Reverse gear. Only select when
If the transmission fluid temperature is
vehicle is stationary. "R" appears in
less than -25 °C, the selector lever cannot
the transmission display.
be moved until the fluid temperature
N Neutral or idling position.
reaches -25 °C with the engine running
"N" appears in the transmission
(P or N flashes in the transmission display
display.
for as long as the selector lever is locked).
D Drive position for normal driving
in 1st to highest gear. "D" appears in
the transmission display.
178
Driving and operation
If the engine speed is too slow, the
Electronically controlled driving programs
transmission automatically shifts to a lower
z With adaptive programs, shifting into
gear, but not if the gear was selected
other gears is handled automatically
below a certain speed.
based on the driving style, e.g.:
If a higher gear is selected below a certain
- Economical driving style: at slower
speed a downshift does not take place.
engine speeds.
When engine speed is high, there is no
- Adaptation to special driving
automatic shift to a higher gear.
conditions still takes place, such as:
driving up and down hills, towing a
For reasons of safety, kickdown also
caravan or trailer, and with a heavy
functions in manual mode - see page 180.
load.
The selected gear is shown in the
transmission display - see page 176.
ActiveSelect (manual mode)
Shift the selector lever from D first to the left
and then forward or rearward.
+ Shift to a higher gear
-
Shift to a lower gear
If a higher gear is selected at too low a
speed or a lower gear selected at too high
a speed, there is no change. This avoids
revs that are too low or too high.
Driving and operation
179
z Automatic neutral shift function
z After a cold start, the operating
automatically sets the transmission to N
temperature program ensures that the
to reduce fuel consumption, e.g. at
correct gear (increased engine speed) is
traffic lights.
selected to quickly bring the catalytic
converter to the temperature required
The automatic neutral shift function is
for optimum pollutant reduction.
activated when the following occurs
simultaneously:
- The selector lever is in Automatic or
Manual mode.
- The foot brake is depressed.
- The vehicle is stationary.
- The accelerator pedal is not
actuated.
z If the Continuous Damping Control is set
- The transmission oil temperature is
to SPORT mode 3, the shift times are
above 0 °C.
reduced and gear changes occur at
higher engine speeds (not when cruise
As soon as the brake is released and the
control is active). The control indicator 1
accelerator pedal is depressed, the
also illuminates in the transmission
vehicle starts off in the usual manner.
display, see page 176.
Continuous Damping Control, SPORT
mode 3 - see page 198.
z Winter program: Press button T. Control
indicator T appears in the transmission
display - see next page.
180
Driving and operation
To deactivate
The winter program is switched off by:
z pressing button T again,
z switching off the ignition,
z switching to Manual mode.
To protect against damage, the starting-
off aid automatically cuts out at very high
transmission oil temperatures.
Winter program T
Kickdown
Press button T if you are having problems
Depress accelerator past resistance point:
starting off on a slippery road surface.
transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on engine speed. Full engine
To activate
power is available for acceleration.
The winter program can be switched in
Automatic mode (T illuminates in the
For safety reasons, kickdown is available in
transmission display, see page 176). The
both automatic mode and manual mode.
vehicle shifts to 4th gear.
Driving and operation
181
Engine braking
"Rocking" the car
The automatic transmission automatically
If it becomes necessary to rock the vehicle
selects the driving program with optimal
to free it from sand, mud, snow or a hole,
engine braking effect.
move the selector lever from D to R in a
repeat pattern while simultaneously
As needed, lower gears can also be
applying light pressure to the accelerator
selected in manual mode to increase
pedal. Do not race the engine and avoid
engine braking effect. 1st gear has the
sudden acceleration.
greatest braking effect.
This applies only to the exceptional
circumstances mentioned above.
Manoeuvring the vehicle
To manoeuvre the vehicle back and forth
during attempts to park or in garage
entrances, the vehicle’s creeping
movement can be utilised by releasing the
brake pedal.
Never actuate accelerator and brake
pedals simultaneously.
182
Driving and operation
Stopping the vehicle
The ignition key can only be removed when
The selector lever can be left in the chosen
the selector lever is in position P.
gear with the engine running.
If the selector lever is not in the P position
When stopping on gradients engage hand
when the ignition is switched off, control
brake or depress brake pedal. To prevent
indicator j in the selector lever indicator
overheating of the transmission, do not
strip flashes - see page 177, Fig. S 12547.
increase engine revolutions to ensure
Shift the selector lever to P.
smooth idling while standing if a gear has
If the ignition key is not removed, the
been selected.
battery may be discharged if the vehicle is
Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy
then left to stand for a lengthy period of
period, e.g. in traffic jams or at level
time.
crossings.
Before leaving the vehicle, apply hand
brake, then place selector lever in
Fault
position P and remove ignition key.
In the event of a fault in the automatic
transmission, control indicator A
illuminates. The transmission no longer
shifts automatically. Driving can be
continued.
In manual mode, 2nd gear and the highest
gear can be engaged. For some faults, only
the highest gear is available.
Only the highest gear is available in D in
automatic mode.
Driving and operation
183
Illumination of control indicator A can
also indicate a fault in the engine
electronics - see page 192.
For diesel engines1) Z 19 DTL, Z 19 DT,
Z 19 DTH illumination of control
indicator A could also indicate that the
diesel fuel filter must be drained of water,
see page 270.
Have the cause of the fault eliminated by a
workshop.
Interruption of power supply
4. Push the yellow catch downwards with a
If the vehicle battery is flat, the selector
screwdriver and move the selector lever
lever cannot be moved out of position P
out of P.
or N.
5. Refit ashtray socket in centre console
If the battery is flat, start the vehicle using
and latch into position.
jump leads - see page 228.
6. Refit ashtray.
If the cause is not a discharged battery,
Selecting P or N again effects locking
unlock selector lever:
again. Have the cause of the interruption
1. Apply hand brake.
of power supply rectified by a workshop.
2. Remove the ashtray - see page 95.
3. Pull out ashtray socket upwards.
1) Sales designation - see page 280.
184
Driving and operation
Driving hints
Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering
Switching off the engine
If the power-assisted steering fails when
When you switch off, fans in the engine
The first 600 miles / 1000 km
being towed with the engine switched off,
compartment may continue running for a
Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do
the vehicle can still be steered, but
time to cool the engine.
not use full throttle. Never allow the engine
considerably more force is required.
to labour at low revs.
If the engine temperature is very high, e.g.
Driving in mountainous terrain or with a
after driving in mountainous terrain: allow
Make good use of all gears. Depress the
trailer/caravan
the engine to idle for approximately two
accelerator pedal a maximum of around
The cooling fan is electrically operated. Its
minutes in order to prevent heat
three quarters of the available pedal travel
cooling power is therefore independent of
accumulation.
in all gears.
the engine speed.
Vehicles with turbocharged engine 3
Do not drive faster than three quarters of
Since a considerable amount of heat is
After running at high engine speeds or high
maximum speed.
generated at high engine speeds and less
engine loads, operate the engine briefly
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the
at slower speeds, do not shift down when
at a low load or run in neutral for approx.
first 120 miles (200 km).
climbing hills whilst the vehicle is still coping
30 seconds before switching off in order
Never coast with engine not running
with the gradient in the higher gear.
to protect the turbocharger.
Many units will not function in this situation
Diesel engine: On rising gradients of 10%
Save energy - more miles
(e.g. brake servo unit, electro-hydraulic
or more, do not drive faster than 20 mph
Please observe the running-in hints on the
power steering). Driving in this manner is a
(30 km/h) in 1st gear or 30 mph (50 km/h)
previous page and the tips for energy
danger to yourself and others.
in 2nd gear; with automatic transmission
saving on the following pages.
Brake servo unit
3, do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in
Good, technically correct and economical
When the engine is not running, the brake
position 1.
driving ensures maximum durability and
servo unit is no longer effective once the
Driving with a roof load
performance for your vehicle.
brake pedal has been depressed once or
Do not exceed the permissible roof load -
twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but
see pages 218, 285. For reasons of safety,
significantly greater force is required for
distribute the load evenly and secure it
braking.
properly with retaining straps. Adjust the
tyre pressure to the load conditions. Do not
drive faster than 80 mph (120 km/h). Check
and retighten the straps frequently.
Observe country-specific regulations.
Driving and operation
185
Overrun
Correct gear selection
Cooling fan
The fuel supply is automatically shut off
Engine in neutral and without revving in the
The cooling fan is controlled via a
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
lower gears. Stop-and-go traffic and
thermoswitch and therefore only runs if
being driven down long gradients or when
driving at a speed too high for the selected
necessary.
braking. To enable the overrun cut-off to
gear or transmission ratio increases wear
The cooling fan automatically switches on
take effect, do not accelerate during
and fuel consumption.
when the diesel particle filter is being
overrun and, if in manual transmission
Change down
cleaned 3 depending on the engine.
mode, do not de-clutch. To prevent
When decreasing speed, shift down into
damage to the catalytic converter, overrun
Pedals
the next lowest gear. Do not slip the clutch
cut-off is temporarily deactivated when the
Do not place any objects in the foot well
with a high-revving engine. This is
catalytic converter temperature is high.
which could slip under the pedals and
especially important when hill climbing.
inhibit the pedal travel.
Vehicles with turbocharged engine 3
Clutch operation
Flow-generated noises may be audible if
To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited,
Always depress the clutch pedal hard to
the accelerator is released quickly on
there must be no mats in the area of the
the floor to prevent shifting difficulties and
account of air flow in the turbocharger.
pedals.
transmission damage.
Engine speed
Battery care
When driving do not use the pedal as a
Drive in a low engine speed range for each
When driving slowly or when the vehicle is
foot rest; this will cause substantial clutch
gear as much as possible.
stationary, e.g. in slow urban traffic, stop-
wear.
and-go traffic or traffic jams, turn off all
Warming up
unnecessary electrical loads where
Allow the engine to warm up while driving.
possible (e.g. heated rear window, heated
Do not warm it up by letting it run at idling
seats).
speed. Do not apply full throttle until the
engine has reached operating
De-clutch when starting in order to relieve
temperature.
the strain on the starter and the battery.
After a cold start, the automatic
transmission 3 or Easytronic 3 in
automatic mode shifts into higher gears at
higher rpm. This allows the catalytic
converter to quickly reach the temperature
required for optimum pollutant reduction.
186
Driving and operation
Saving fuel, protecting the
End-of-life vehicle recovery
Warming up
environment
For detailed information on Vauxhall’s
z Full throttle and warming up at idle
ongoing commitment to achieving an
speed increase wear, fuel consumption,
Trend-setting technology
environmentally sustainable future,
exhaust emission, the amount of
In the development and manufacture of
including; design for recycling, take back of
pollutant in the exhaust and the amount
your vehicle, environment-friendly and in
End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) and the
of noise.
the main recyclable materials were used.
recycling of ELVs view
The production methods used to make
z Drive off as soon as possible after
www.vauxhall.co.uk/recycling for details.
your vehicle are likewise environmentally-
starting.
compatible.
Energy and environment-conscious
Uniform speed
driving
Recycling of production wastes keeps the
z Hectic driving significantly increases fuel
z High noise levels and exhaust emissions
circulation of material closed. Reduction of
consumption, the exhaust emissions, the
are often a result of driving without due
energy and water requirements also helps
proportion of pollutant in the exhaust
attention to saving energy and
to conserve natural resources.
gas and the noise level.
protecting the environment.
A highly advanced design means that your
z Do not accelerate and brake
z You should therefore drive with energy in
vehicle can be easily disassembled at the
unnecessarily. Drive at uniform speed,
mind "more miles - less fuel".
end of its working life, and the individual
watching the road.
materials separated for subsequent re-use.
Reduce the noise level and exhaust
Avoid frequent starting off and stopping
emissions by adopting an environment-
Materials such as asbestos and cadmium
e.g. at traffic lights, in short distance
conscious driving style. This is extremely
are not used. The refrigerant in the air
traffic and in queues of traffic by means
worthwhile and improves the quality of
conditioning system 3 is CFC-free.
of clever planning. Select roads with
life.
good traffic flow.
New painting techniques employ water as
Fuel consumption depends to a great
a solvent.
Idling
extent on your own personal driving
z The engine also consumes fuel when
style. The following hints are intended to
idling.
help you consume fuel at a rate that is as
close as possible to the specified levels -
z If you have to wait for more than one
see page 283.
minute, it is worthwhile switching off the
engine. Five minutes of idling
Check your vehicle’s fuel consumption
corresponds to approximately one
every time you refuel. This facilitates
kilometre of driving.
early detection of any irregularities
causing increased fuel consumption.
Driving and operation
187
Overrun
z Slightly releasing the accelerator pedal
Repair and maintenance
z The fuel supply is automatically shut off
results in distinct fuel savings with no
z Improper repairs or adjustment and
during overrun, e.g. when the vehicle is
major loss of speed.
maintenance work can increase fuel
being driven down long gradients or
consumption. Do not carry out work on
Drive at no more than around three
when braking - see page 185.
the engine yourself.
quarters of maximum speed and you will
z To enable the overrun cut-off to come
use up to 50 % less fuel, without losing a
You may out of ignorance infringe
into action and save fuel, do not
great deal of time.
environmental laws by not disposing of
accelerate or de-clutch during overrun.
materials properly.
Tyre pressure
Correct gear selection
z Inadequate tyre pressure, leading to
Appropriate parts might not be recycled.
z High revs increase engine wear and fuel
higher road resistance, costs money in
Contact with some of the materials
consumption.
two ways: for more fuel and increased
involved may pose a health hazard.
tyre wear.
z Do not race your engine. Avoid driving at
z We recommend that repair and
high engine speeds.
z Regular checks (every 14 days) pay off.
maintenance be entrusted to your
Making use of the tachometer helps to
Electrical loads
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
save fuel. Drive in a low engine speed
z The power consumption of electrical
Extreme driving conditions
range for each gear as much as possible
equipment increases fuel consumption.
z Going up steep slopes, cornering, driving
with uniform engine speeds. Drive as
z Switch off all auxiliary electrical loads
on poor roads and winter driving all
often as possible in top gear, select the
(e.g. air conditioning 3, heated rear
increase fuel consumption.
next higher gear as soon as possible,
window) when not needed.
and only change down when the engine
Fuel consumption increases dramatically
is no longer running perfectly smoothly.
Roof racks, ski-holders
in urban traffic and at winter
z Due to air resistance, a roof load
temperatures, especially on short trips
High speed
can increase fuel consumption by
when the engine operating temperature
z The higher the speed, the higher the
approx. 3.5 gal /h (1 l/100 km).
is not reached.
consumption and the noise level. At top
speed, you consume a great deal of fuel
z Remove them if they are not being used.
z Follow the hints given above to keep
and produce excessive noise and
consumption to a minimum under such
exhaust emissions.
conditions.
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