Instruments and controls

Vehicle messages, Warning chimes

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Vehicle messages

Messages are given via the instrument panel display or as warning and signal buzzers. Check control messages appear on the Info-Display. Some appear in an abbreviated form. Confirm warning messages with the multifunction control.

Warning chimes

When starting the engine or whilst driving ■ If seat belt is not fastened. ■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting off. ■ If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied. ■ If the speed limit programmed at the factory is exceeded. ■ If the vehicle has manual transmission automated and the driver's door is opened when the engine is running, a gear is engaged and the foot brake is not depressed.

■ Warning signal sounds three times if the rear carrier system is extended and reverse gear is selected.

When the vehicle is parked and the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch. ■ With exterior lights on.

■ For manual transmission automated, if the parking brake is not applied and no gear is engaged when the engine is switched off.

Test yourself

A quick Opel Corsa quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.