Opel Corsa: Starting and operating / Ignition switch positions
Turn key:

0 : ignition off: some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously
1 : ignition on power mode: ignition
is on, diesel engine is preheating,
control indicators illuminate and
most electrical functions are
operable
2 : engine start: release key after
engine has been started
Steering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
Danger
Never remove the key from
ignition switch during driving as
this will cause steering wheel lock.
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...
The electronic key or smart access
device must be inside the vehicle.
Engine start
Operate the clutch pedal (manual
transmission), the brake pedal and
press Start/Stop...
Other information:
Initial drive information
Instrument panel overview
Power windows
Exterior mirrors
Side air vents
Turn lights, headlight flash, low / high beamParking lights
Buttons for Driver Information Centre
Cruise controlAdaptive cruise control
Speed limiter
Heated steering wheel
InstrumentsDriver Information Centre
Infotainment controls
Windscreen wiper and washer, rear wiper and washer
Power ..
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several
months:
Wash and wax the vehicle.
Have the wax in the engine
compartment and underbody
checked.
Clean and preserve the rubber
seals.
Fill up fuel tank completely.
Change the engine oil.
Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
Adjust tyre pr..