HOLDEN MJ BARINA SPARK 2015 User guide

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BARINA SPARK
OWNER’S HANDBOOK

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Contents 1
Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 4
Keys, doors, and windows ........... 15
Seats, restraints ........................... 25
Storage ........................................41
Instruments and controls ............. 44
Lighting ........................................64
Infotainment system ..................... 69
Climate control ............................116
Driving and operating ................ 121
Vehicle care ............................... 138
Service and maintenance .......... 185
Technical data ............................ 188
Customer information ................ 193
Index ..........................................195
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2 Introduction
Introduction
We thank you for choosing Holden and want to
assure you of our continuing interest in your
driving pleasure and satisfaction.
This handbook applies to the current Barina Spark model.
Therefore, due to different models and options, you may
nd reference in this Handbook to some equipment
not tted to your own vehicle.
Please note that all information, illustrations and
specications in this Handbook are based on the latest
production information available at the time of printing.
Holden reserves the right to make changes at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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Introduction 3
Introduction
Your vehicle is a designed
combination of advanced technology,
safety, environmental friendliness and
economy.
This Owner’s Handbook provides
you with all the necessary
information to enable you to drive
your vehicle safely and efciently.
Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of accident
and injury which may result from
improper use of the vehicle.
Using this manual
• The In brief section will give you
an initial overview.
• The table of contents at the
beginning of this manual and
within each chapter shows where
the information is located.
• The index will enable you to
search for specic information.
• Directional data, e.g. left or right,
or front or back, always relate to
the direction of travel.
• Depending on the model variant,
integrated special equipment
and accessories, the scope of
equipment of your vehicle can
differ from the descriptions in this
Owner’s Handbook.
• iPod®is a registered trademark
of Apple Inc.
• The Bluetooth®word mark and
logo are registered trademarks
and are owned by the Bluetooth
SIG, Inc.
Danger, warnings
and cautions
Danger
Text marked Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregarding this information may
endanger life.
Warning
Text marked Warning
provides information on risk of
accident or injury. Disregarding
this information may lead to injury.
Caution
Text marked Caution provides
information on possible damage
to the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
damage.
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4 In brief
In brief
Initial drive
information
Locking/unlocking the
vehicle
Remote keyless entry
The key operates all locks and the
ignition.
• Press eto lock the doors and the
tailgate.
• Press cto unlock the doors and
the tailgate.
Doors, see page 18.
Central locking system, see
page 17.
Tailgate, see page 19.
Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
1. Move the seat forwards or
backwards by lifting the bar at
the front and sliding the seat.
2. Release the bar to engage
the latch.
Try to move the seat back and
forth to ensure the seat is locked
in place.
Seats, restraints, see page 25.

In brief 5
Seat backrests
1. Recline the seatback by pulling
the lever.
2. Adjust the angle and release
the lever.
3. Allow the seat to engage audibly.
Note
Do not lean on the seat when
adjusting.
Seats, restraints, see page 25.
Seat height
• Rotate the hand wheel to adjust
the height of the seat.
Seats, restraints, see page 25.
Head restraint adjustment
• Lift the head restraint up to raise.
• Push the locking button and push
the head restraint down to lower.
• Push the locking button and pull
the head restraint up to remove.
Head restraints, see page 25.
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6 In brief
Seat belts
1. Withdraw the belt from the reel.
2. Pull the metal tongue across
your body into the buckle, until it
clicks into place.
3. Tension the lap belt regularly
while driving by tugging the
shoulder belt.
Seat belts, see page 29.
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirrors
To reduce headlamp glare from
following vehicles, push the lever
towards the front of the vehicle.
Interior mirrors, see page 22.
Exterior mirrors
To adjust the external rear view
mirrors:
• Push the switch on the left side
Lto operate the passenger side
mirror.
• Push the switch on the right
side Rto operate the driver side
mirror.
• Push the switch to adjust the
selected mirror.
Power mirrors, see page 21.
Folding mirrors, see page 22.
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In brief 7
Steering wheel
adjustment
1. To unlock, move the lever down.
2. Adjust the steering wheel.
3. To lock, move the lever up.
Ensure the steering wheel is
locked in position before driving.
Steering wheel adjustment, see
page 44.
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8 In brief
1. Remote control mirrors
2. Side air vents
3. Wiper and washer lever
4. Horn and driver’s airbag
5. Instrument cluster
6. Exterior lighting and turn signals
7. Centre air vents
8. Infotainment system
9. Centre display
10. Hazard warning asher
11. Passenger’s airbag
12.Glove box
13.Climate control
14.Shift lever
15.USB/Auxiliary socket
16.Power outlet
17.Accelerator pedal
18.Brake pedal
19.Ignition switch/lock
20.Clutch pedal (manual
transmission)
21.Steering wheel adjustment
22.Fuse panel
23.Bonnet release lever
Instrument panel overview
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In brief 9
Exterior lighting
(Type 1)
OFF: Turns all lamps and lights off.
8(Park lamps): Turns on the park
lamps, number plate lamps and
instrument panel lighting.
9 (Headlamps): Turns on the
headlamps and all park lamps, when
the ignition is turned on.
Exterior lighting, see page 64.
(Type 2)
P: Turns all lamps and lights off.
AUTO: Headlamps are switched on
and off automatically depending on
external lighting conditions.
8(Park lamps): Turns on the park
lamps, number plate lamps and
instrument panel lighting.
9 (Headlamps): Turns on the
headlamps and all park lamps.
Exterior lighting, see page 64.
High/low beam
To activate high beam:
1. Turn the headlamps on.
2. Push the lever forwards.
The high beam indicator lamp
Pilluminates on the instrument
cluster.
To return to low beam:
1. Pull the lever rearwards.
Exterior lighting, see page 64.
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10 In brief
Hazard warning ashers
Press ¨to turn the hazard warning
asher on or off, when the ignition is
in any position.
All turn signals ash continuously.
Use the hazard warning asher if
the vehicle becomes a trafc hazard,
day or night.
Note
Using hazard warning ashers while
the vehicle is moving, is illegal in
some States and Countries.
Lighting, see page 64.
Turn and lane change
signals
• Push the lever in the direction
the steering wheel is turned.
• A green arrow on the instrument
cluster ashes when the lamps
are in operation.
Lighting, see page 64.
Horn
Press j.
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In brief 11
Windscreen wiper/washer
Windscreen wiper
(Type 1)
(Type 2)
OFF Off
INT Intermittent wipe
LO Continuous slow speed
HI Continuous fast speed
Note Wipers cycle once while the
lever is pushed down slightly and
released.
Windscreen wiper/washer, see
page 45.
Windscreen washer
(Type 1)
(Type 2)
Pull to wash the windscreen.
Washer uid is sprayed and the
wipers cycle for a short time.
Windscreen wiper/washer, see
page 45.
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12 In brief
Climate control system
The climate control panel is located
in the centre of the instrument panel.
Climate control, see page 116.
Air conditioning system,
see page 116.
Windscreen demister, see page 118.
Rear window demister, see page 119.
Transmission
Automatic transmission
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
I: Intermediate (between low
and drive)
L: Low
Automatic transmission, see
page 125.
Manual transmission
• When shifting from one gear to
another, push the clutch pedal to
the oor.
• Do not engage reverse gear
while the vehicle is moving.
• Pause between pressing the
clutch pedal and moving into
reverse gear.
Manual transmission, see page 130.
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In brief 13
Getting started
1. Check that windows, mirrors and
lamps are clean.
2. Visually check tyre ination.
Check tyre pressures weekly.
3. Close and secure all doors.
4. Position the seat for comfortable
driving.
5. Adjust rear view mirrors.
6. Fasten seat belts.
7. Check that warning indicators
illuminate when turning the
ignition on.
Warning lights, gauges and
indicators, see page 48.
Driving and operating, see page 121.
LOCK: The key can only be inserted
and removed from this position.
ACC:When the key is in this
position, the audio system operates.
ON: When the key is in this position,
the engine is ready to start and all
electrical systems are active.
Do not leave the switch in this
position for a long time, unless the
engine is running, otherwise the
vehicle’s battery will discharge.
START: Turn the key to this position
and release when the engine is
running.
Ignition positions, see page 122.
Starting the engine
Warning
Do not turn the engine off while
the vehicle is moving as there
will not be any power assist for
brakes or steering.
Never remove the key while the
vehicle is moving, as this will lock
the steering.
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14 In brief
Parking
1. Apply the park brake.
2. Automatic transmission: Select
position P.
Manual transmission: If facing
uphill or on at ground, select
1st gear. If facing downhill, select
reverse gear.
3. Shut all windows.
4. Turn the ignition off and remove
the key.
5. Press eon the key to lock all
doors.
Vehicle security, see page 20.
Driving and operating, see page 121.
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Keys, doors and windows 15
Keys, doors and
windows
Keys and locks .............................15
Doors............................................18
Vehicle security.............................20
Exterior mirrors.............................21
Interior mirrors..............................22
Windows.......................................23
Keys and locks
Keys
The key operates all locks and the
ignition.
• Press eto lock the doors and the
tailgate.
• Press cto unlock the doors and
the tailgate.
• Press %to sound the vehicle
locate button.
See Doors on page 18.
See Central locking system on
page 17.
See Tailgate on page 19.
See Vehicle locate/panic alarm
on page 18.
Foldaway key blade
1. Press the button to extend the
key blade.
2. To retract the key blade, press
the button and fold the blade into
the key.
The key engages audibly.
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16 Keys, doors and windows
About the keys
• The remote control has a range
of approximately 20 metres.
• The range depends on
the charge of the key battery,
on ambient conditions, the key’s
location and the area between
them.
• Take care that no button
is pressed unintentionally,
especially when the vehicle is out
of sight.
• Protect from moisture and high
temperatures.
The key buttons may not work if:
• More than 20 metres from the
vehicle.
• Battery voltage is too low. See
Battery replacement on page 16.
• The key buttons are operated
repeatedly while not in range of
the vehicle.
• The central locking system is
operated at frequent intervals.
• The power supply is interrupted
for a short time.
• The vehicle is parked near strong
radio activity.
Replacement keys
If a key is lost, a replacement can be
ordered through any Holden Dealer
by quoting the key code number.
Radio remote control
Battery replacement
As soon as the range of the remote
control reduces, replace the battery:
Use CR2032 (or equivalent) battery.
1. Open the cover.
2. Remove the used battery without
touching other components.
3. Install the new battery with the
negative side (-) facing down.
4. Replace the back cover.
5. Check key operation.
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Keys, doors and windows 17
Caution
Avoid touching the at surfaces
of the battery, the circuit board
and other components inside the
remote control with bare ngers.
Handling will shorten battery life.
Note
• Batteries do not belong in
household waste. Dispose of
at an appropriate recycling
collection point.
• Avoid dropping the transmitter.
• Do not place heavy objects on
the transmitter.
• Keep the transmitter away from
water and direct sunlight.
If the transmitter gets wet, wipe it
with a soft cloth.
Central locking system
Doors may be locked and unlocked
by pushing buttons on:
• The driver’s door
• The key, from inside or outside
the vehicle
Note
The driver’s door must be closed for
the central locking system to work.
Unlocking
• Press c.
All doors unlock.
The hazard lamps ash twice.
Locking
• Press e.
All doors lock.
The hazard lamps ash once.
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18 Keys, doors and windows
Vehicle locate/panic alarm
• Press and release %once to
locate the vehicle.
The exterior lamps ash and the
horn sounds.
• Press and hold %for 3 seconds
to sound the panic alarm.
The horn sounds and the turn
signal lamps ash for 30 seconds
until the button is pressed again
or the ignition switch is turned to
ACC or ON.
Doors
Manual door locks
Unlocking:
1. Insert the key into the driver’s
door by turning the key towards
the front of the vehicle.
The other doors can then be
opened from the outside with the
door handle.
Locking:
1. Push the locking knob on the
inside of all doors, except the
driver’s door.
2. Close the driver’s door and lock
from the outside with the key.
Insert the key and turn towards
the rear of the vehicle.
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