HOLDEN TM BARINA User guide

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TM BARINA
TM Barina
Owner’s Handbook
TM BARINA
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GM Holden Ltd, ABN 84 006 893 232 (hereinafter Holden)
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Printed in Australia
Part No. 92269740
August 2012 (MY12 TM Barina. Print 4)
© 2012 GM Holden Ltd
Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited
without written approval from GM Holden Ltd,
ABN 84 006 893 232
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Contents 1
Introduction..................................... 2
In brief.............................................4
Keys, doors, and windows............ 16
Seats, restraints............................ 28
Storage.........................................44
Instruments and controls.............. 48
Lighting.........................................65
Infotainment system ..................... 69
Climate control.............................116
Driving and operating ................. 121
Vehicle care................................ 139
Service and maintenance........... 183
Technical data............................. 185
Customer information................. 190
Index........................................... 192
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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 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.
• The Bluetooth®word mark and
logo are registered trademarks
and are owned by the Bluetooth
SIG, Inc.
• iPod®and iPhone®are registered
trademarks of Apple 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
Hatch shown
The key operates all doors and the
ignition.
• Press cto unlock the doors and
the tailgate.
The hazard lamps ash twice.
• Press eto lock the doors and the
tailgate.
The hazard lamps ash once.
Sedan shown
The key operates all doors and the
ignition.
• Press cto unlock the doors.
The hazard lamps ash twice.
• Press eto lock the doors.
The hazard lamps ash once.
• Press sto unlock the boot.
Central locking system, see
page 19.
Tailgate, see page 22.
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In brief 5
Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
1. Move the seat forwards or
backwards by lifting the handle at
the front and sliding the seat.
2. Release the handle to engage
the latch.
Seat adjustment, see page 30.
Seat position, see page 29.
Seat backrests
1. Recline the seatback by pulling
the lever.
2. Adjust the angle and release
the lever.
3. Allow the seat to engage.
Note
Do not lean on the seat when
adjusting.
Seat adjustment, see page 30.
Seat height
• To lower the seat cushion, push
the lever down several times.
• To raise the seat cushion, pull
the lever up several times.
Seats and restraints, see page 28.
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6 In brief
Head restraint adjustment
• To raise the head restraint, pull
the head restraint upwards.
• To lower the head restraint, press
(1) and push the head restraint
downwards.
Head restraints, see page 28.
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 32.
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirrors
To reduce headlamp glare from
following vehicles, push the lever
towards the front of the vehicle.
Rear view mirror, see page 25.
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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.
4. Ensure the steering wheel is
locked in position before driving.
Steering wheel adjustment, see
page 48.
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8 In brief
Instrument panel overview 1. Side air vents
2. Storage (AUX, USB ports)
3. Central air vents
4. Information display
5. Infotainment system
6. Wiper and washer lever
7. Cruise control
8. Instrument panel
9. Horn, driver’s airbag
10. Steering wheel remote controls
11. Turn signals
12. Exterior lamp switch
13. Bonnet release lever
14. Accelerator pedal
15. Ignition switch/lock
16. Brake pedal
17. Clutch pedal
18. Steering wheel adjustment
19. Central locking button
20. Hazard warning asher
21. Shift lever
22. Climate control system
23. Passenger seat belt reminder light
24. Glove box
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In brief 9
Exterior lighting
O(OFF): Rotate to turn all lamps
and lights off.
8(Park lamps): Turns on the park
lamps, number plate lamps and
instrument panel lights.
9(Headlamps): Turns on the
headlamps and all park lamps.
Exterior lighting, see page 65.
High/low beam
• To switch from low to high beam,
push the lever.
• To switch to low beam, push
again or pull the lever.
Exterior lighting, see page 65.
Hazard warning ashers
Press ¨to turn the hazard warning
asher on or off, when the ignition is
in any position.
Exterior lighting, see page 65.
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10 In brief
Turn and lane-change
signals
• Push the lever in the direction
the steering wheel is turned.
• A green arrow on the instrument
panel ashes when the lamps
are in operation.
Exterior lighting, see page 65.
Horn
Press j.
Washer and wiper
systems
Windscreen wiper
:Mist
O: Off
P: Intermittent operation
1: Continuous wipe, slow speed
2: Continuous wipe, fast speed
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wipers are off, lightly
move the lever up and release it.
Windscreen wiper/washer, see
page 49.
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In brief 11
Windscreen washer
Pull the lever rearwards to wash the
windscreen.
Washer uid is sprayed onto the
windscreen and the wipers cycle
once.
Windscreen washer, see page 50.
Washer uid, see page 148.
Rear window wiper/washer
(Hatch)
Wiper
:Intermittent wipes, push in at the
top of the button.
:Continuous wipes, push in at the
bottom of the button.
• To turn the wipers off, place the
switch in the neutral position.
Rear window wiper/washer, see
page 51.
Washer
Push the lever forwards.
Washer uid is sprayed onto the rear
window and the wiper swipes for a
few strokes.
Rear window wiper/washer, see
page 51.
Washer uid, see page 148.
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12 In brief
Climate control
Heated rear window
Press Ü.
Note
The engine must be running.
Heated rear window on page 26.
Demisting and defrosting
the windows
Rotate to select V.
Windscreen demister, see
page 117.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Select reverse gear while the vehicle
is stationery:
1. Press the clutch pedal to the oor.
2. Pull the ring upwards.
3. Move the shift lever to position R.
If the gear does not engage:
1. Return the shift lever to neutral.
2. Release the clutch pedal.
3. Push the clutch pedal again and
repeat gear selection.
Manual transmission, see page 130.
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In brief 13
Automatic transmission
P: (park) In park position, the front
wheels are locked. Select Ponly
when the vehicle is stationary
and the park brake is applied.
R: (reverse) Place in reverse only
when the vehicle is stationary.
N: (neutral)
D: (drive) Used for general driving.
Allows the transmission to be
shifted into any of the six
forward gears.
M: (manual)
Movement between certain gear
positions requires pressing the
release button on the shift lever
and/or the brake pedal to the oor.
Follow the descriptions as indicated
by the arrows when moving the
shift lever.
Press the release button to select
a gear.
Push the brake pedal to the oor
and press the release button to
select a gear.
Shift freely to select a gear.
Automatic transmission, see
page 125.
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14 In brief
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 53.
Driving and operating, see
page 121.
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.
0: (LOCK) The key can only be
inserted and removed from this
position.
1: (ACC) When the key is in this
position, the audio system operates.
2: (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.
3: (START) Turn the key to this
position and release when the
engine is running.
Ignition positions, see page 122.
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In brief 15
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.
Driving and operating, see
page 121.
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16 Keys, doors and windows
Keys, doors
and windows
Keys and locks .............................16
Doors............................................21
Vehicle security.............................23
Exterior mirrors.............................24
Interior mirrors..............................25
Windows.......................................25
Keys and locks
Keys
Hatch shown
The key operates all doors and the
ignition.
• Press cto unlock the doors and
the tailgate.
The hazard lamps ash twice.
• Press eto lock the doors and the
tailgate.
The hazard lamps ash once.
See Tailgate on page 22.
Sedan shown
The key operates all doors and the
ignition.
• Press cto unlock the doors.
The hazard lamps ash twice.
• Press eto lock the doors.
The hazard lamps ash once.
• Press sto unlock the boot.
See Central locking system on
page 19.
See Boot lid on page 23.
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Keys, doors and windows 17
Foldaway key blade
The vehicle may have a foldaway
key blade.
1. Press button to extend the key
blade.
2. To retract the key blade, press
the button and fold the blade into
the key.
About the keys
• The remote control has a range
of up to 30 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 18.
• 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. The number is printed on a
detachable tag supplied with the key.
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18 Keys, doors and windows
Radio remote control
Battery replacement
As soon as the range of the remote
control reduces, replace the battery:
Foldaway key
Fixed key
Use CR2032 (or equivalent) battery.
1. Open the cover.
2. Remove the used battery.
Avoid touching the circuit board
to other components.
3. Install the new battery.
Place the negative side (-) down
towards the base.
4. Close the cover.
5. Check the key operation.
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.
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.
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