Vauxhall 2013 INSIGNIA Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 144)

Driving and operating 143

Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-

Display a warning message appears

in the display.

% illuminates when diesel particle

filter is full. Start cleaning process as

soon as possible.

% flashes and a warning chime

sounds several times 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 g illuminates additionally or a

warning message appears in the

Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-

Display, 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.

Do not switch off the engine until the

cleaning process is complete. This is

indicated by the extinguished control

indicator %.

Catalytic converter

The catalytic converter reduces the

amount of harmful substances in the

exhaust gases.

Caution

Fuel grades other than those listed

on pages 3 179, 3 244 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.

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