HOLDEN XC Series User guide

BARINA
& COMBO
BARINA
& COMBO
XC Series Owner’s Handbook
XC Barina & Combo
www.holden.com.au

Owner’s Name ............................................................................... Model Name ............................................................
Address ........................................................................................... Reg. No...........................Eng. No. ............................
Town ................................................................................................ Odometer Reading .................................................
State..........................Postcode ....................................................... Date of Purchase ....................................................
( 7 character ISOVIN) Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Identification
Certificate
Selling Retailer’s
Stamp and Signature ......................................................
Holden Ltd. ABN 84 006 893 232 (hereinafter Holden).
Change of name, address or ownership
In the event of a Safety Recall or for various reasons, Holden may need to contact you, the owner of this vehicle.
Also, if less than three years old, this vehicle will qualify for Roadside Assistance, rrefer to Chapter 9. If you have
recently changed your address or name or purchased this vehicle second hand, please help us to help you by taking
a few minutes to fill in and mail the form on the third page of this handbook. For information about Holden's privacy
policy, please visit Holden's website at www.holden.com.au .
Part No. 92121935
May 2003
(Barina and Combo, print 2)
© 2003 Holden Ltd. Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited
without written approval from Holden Ltd. ABN 84 006 893 232.

Dashboard 1
Locks 2
Know your vehicle 3
Driving 4
Fuel 5
Emergencies 6
Weekly checks 7
Specifications 8
After sales 9
ow and load 10
Cleaning 11
Servicing 12
Index
Engine starting, running in, safety, manual transmission,
automatic transmission, driving precautions, ABS braking,
traction control, snow chains.
Petrol, petrol filling, emission control, reducing fuel consumption.
Keys and locks, safety rear door switches, manual and power
door locks, deadlocking, the remote control,tailgate lock, rear
door lock, emergency procedure for electric door locks.
New vehicle warranty, parts and accessories
warranty, warranty questions and answers,
Roadside Assistance, Customer Assistance, Holden Retailers.
Interior cleaning, exterior cleaning, cleaning products.
Service intervals, service light, extreme operating
conditions, maintenance schedule, service times, service
coupons.
Dashboard layout, tilt steering, horn, gauges,
warning / reminder lights, wipers and washers,
exterior lights, radio / CD player, ventilation, heating, air conditioning,
demisting, information display, bonnet release, ignition, cruise control.
Front seat adjustment, head restraint
adjustment, seat folding, transporting
objects, luggage compartment enlargement, seat belts, child restraints,
park brake, interior lights, convenience features, windows, mirrors.
Specifications, dimensions, identification labels.
Accidents, flat tyre, towing your vehicle,
engine overheating, flat battery, airbags,
bulb replacement, fuses.
Miscellaneous checks, engine oil level,
engine coolant level, brake fluid level,
automatic transmission fluid level, washer fluid level, battery, tyres.
Loading the vehicle, roof racks, towing, safe
towing tips, towing precautions.
CONTENTS

We thank you for choosing Holden and want to
assure you of our continuing interest in your
motoring pleasure and satisfaction and
compliment you on your choice.
This handbook applies to all the current Barina
and Combo models. Therefore, due to different
models and options, you may find reference in
this handbook to some equipment not installed
in your vehicle.
lease note that all information, illustrations
and specifications 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.

Original Owner Subsequent Owner
Title: (Mr, Mrs, Miss, Ms, etc.) First name in full or initials
Street / box
City / Town
State Postcode
Address
Surname or Name of Company / Institution / Government Department
Vehicle registration number
ISOVIN Number (refer to Chapter 8)
Please tick the appropriate box:
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP
Please fill in the form below if you have changed your name,
address, bought the vehicle second-hand, or have become the
new driver.
Holden requires these details in order to contact the operator in the
event of a safety recall and to keep the initial 3 year Roadside
ssistance details up to date (refer to Chapter 9). For information
about Holden's privacy policy, please visit Holden's website at
www.holden.com.au .
Please mail to the address on the back of this page.
1st contact phone no
Email address
2nd contact phone no
Holden number (if fitted – refer to Chapter 8)


Place in an envelope and mail to:
The Manager – Warranty Administration
Service Department
Holden Limited
Box 548D, G.P.O.
Melbourne
Victoria, 3001

Original Owner Subsequent Owner
Title: (Mr, Mrs, Miss, Ms, etc.) First name in full or initials
Street / box
City / Town
State Postcode
Address
Surname or Name of Company / Institution / Government Department
Vehicle registration number
ISOVIN Number (refer to Chapter 8)
Please tick the appropriate box:
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP
Please fill in the form below if you have changed your name,
address, bought the vehicle second-hand, or have become the
new driver.
Holden requires these details in order to contact the operator in the
event of a safety recall and to keep the initial 3 year Roadside
ssistance details up to date (refer to Chapter 9). For information
about Holden's privacy policy, please visit Holden's website at
www.holden.com.au .
Please mail to the address on the back of this page.
1st contact phone no
Email address
2nd contact phone no
Holden number (if fitted – refer to Chapter 8)


Place in an envelope and mail to:
The Manager – Warranty Administration
Service Department
Holden Limited
Box 548D, G.P.O.
Melbourne
Victoria, 3001

Original Owner Subsequent Owner
Title: (Mr, Mrs, Miss, Ms, etc.) First name in full or initials
Street / box
City / Town
State Postcode
Address
Surname or Name of Company / Institution / Government Department
Vehicle registration number
ISOVIN Number (refer to Chapter 8)
Please tick the appropriate box:
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP
Please fill in the form below if you have changed your name,
address, bought the vehicle second-hand, or have become the
new driver.
Holden requires these details in order to contact the operator in the
event of a safety recall and to keep the initial 3 year Roadside
ssistance details up to date (refer to Chapter 9). For information
about Holden's privacy policy, please visit Holden's website at
www.holden.com.au .
Please mail to the address on the back of this page.
1st contact phone no
Email address
2nd contact phone no
Holden number (if fitted – refer to Chapter 8)


Place in an envelope and mail to:
The Manager – Warranty Administration
Service Department
Holden Limited
Box 548D, G.P.O.
Melbourne
Victoria, 3001

1
Dashboard
The following page illustrates the
dashboard, identifying and locating each
function; page numbers refer you to each
item.
Page
1-2 Dashboard layout
1-3 Tilt steering
1-3 orn
1-4 Gauges
1-6 Warning / reminder lights
1-8 Wipers and washers
1-9 Exterior lights
1-12 Radio / CD player
1-12 Cup holder
1-13 Ventilation and heating
1-16 Air conditioning
1-17 Demisting
1-18 Ashtrays
1-18 Cigarette lighter
1-19 Triple information display
1-20 Bonnet release
1-21 Ignition switch
1-22 Cruise control
CHAPTER

1-2
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
LAYOUT
Page
13 Bonnet release 1-20
14 Audio switches R S (if fitted) 1-12
15 Ignition switch 1-21
16 Steering tilt adjustment 1-3
17 Driver's airbag 6-16
18 Audio switches L S (if fitted) 1-12
19 Coin holder 3-17
20 Cigarette lighter 1-18
21 Ashtray 1-18
22 Switches for:
Air intake 1-15
Air conditioning (if fitted) 1-16
Rear demister 1-17
23 eater / ventilation controls 1-13
24 Glovebox 3-17
Page
1Side vents 1-13
2Front passenger's airbag 6-16
3Audio system 1-12
4azard warning flasher 1-11
5Triple info display 1-19
6Centre vents 1-13
7Lever for:
igh / low beam 1-9
Turn signals 1-11
Cruise control (if fitted) 1-22
8orn 1-3
9Gauges 1-4
10 Wipers and washers 1-8
11 Light switch 1-9
12 Panel for:
Dimming instruments 1-5
eadlight range adjust 1-9
Fog lights 1-10

1-3
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
TILT STEERING AND HORN
Tilt steering (if fitted)
The lock lever is located directly beneath
the ignition lock.
Move the lock lever downwards.
Grasp the steering wheel and move as
required. It can be moved up or down.
When in position, move the lock lever back
up as far as it will go. 'Jiggle' the steering
wheel to ensure it has locked securely
before driving.
WARNING:
As with all the other driver positio
co trols, do ot attempt to adjust
the steeri g wheel while drivi g.
Horn
The horn is activated by pressing the j
symbol, on either side of the steering wheel.

1-4
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
GAUGES
Note: Due to differences between models, your vehicle may not feature all of the
warning / reminder lights illustrated.
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in kilometres per hour.
Tachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Operation in the
red zone may cause serious engine damage.
Odometer / service reminder / tripmeter
A small window in the speedometer is used for the odometer, the service reminder and
the tripmeter. When the ignition is off, you can view the odometer and the tripmeter for
a few seconds by pressing the reset knob. The odometer records kilometres travelled
since the vehicle was built.
The service remi der displays 'InSP' for a
few seconds when the engine is started if
the vehicle is within 500 km or one week of
the next service. Refer to Chapter 12.
The tripmeter (above the odometer)
records kilometres travelled on a particular
trip. To zero the reading, press the reset
knob while the ignition is on.
Gear indicator / Transmission mode indicator / Starting-off aid (if fitted)
These features relate to the operation of the automatic transmission. Refer to
Chapter 4.

1-5
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
GAUGES cont.
Engine temperature gauge
The engine temperature gauge shows the
coolant temperature only if the coolant
level is adequate. Refer to Chapter 7 for
information about checking the coolant
level.
NEEDLE IN ZONE AT LEFT
Engine has not reached operating
temperature.
NEEDLE BETWEEN ZONES
Engine is at normal operating temperature.
NEEDLE IN ZONE AT RIG T
Engine temperature is too high. Stop the
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Refer
to Chapter 6.
Fuel gauge
When the Y symbol on the fuel gauge
lights up, the fuel level is down to the
reserve area. If the fuel tank is almost
empty the symbol will begin to flash.
Refuel before the Y symbol lights up.
Never allow the fuel tank to become empty.
Refer to Chapter 5 for information about
refuelling.
Instrument lighting
When the parking lights or headlights are
switched on, adjust the instrument
brightness by turning the thumb wheel
located on the lower right-hand side of the
headlight switch.

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Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
WARNING / REMINDER LIGHTS
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Sports / econom drive (automatic transmission onl )
Lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on and when 'Sports
Drive' is selected. Tramnsmission then shifts at higher engine speeds, refer to
Chapter 4.
Check engine and automatic transmission fault
Your vehicle is fitted with an Electronic Engine Management System. This
indicator lights up when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the
engine starts to run.
If it lights up when driving, a fault has occurred in the transmission or service
to the Engine Management System may be required. Stop the vehicle, switch
the engine off and restart. If the light continues to flash, manually change gears
using the T-bar and consult a olden Retailer.
Although the vehicle may still be drivable and not require towing, see a olden
Retailer as soon as possible. Continued driving could affect fuel consumption,
engine performance or may damage the catalytic converter.
owever, if the symbol flashes and the engine cannot be started, turn the
ignition off for at least 2 seconds before attempting to start the engine again.
Batter
Lights up when the ignition is switched to on. Goes out when the engine is
started and the engine speed is increased above idle speed.
If it lights up during driving, the battery is not being charged properly (engine
cooling may also be affected). You should see a olden Retailer as soon as
possible.
Brakes, h draulic clutch
Lights up for a few seconds when ignition is switched on. It will go out after a
few seconds unless the park brake is applied and / or the brake / clutch fluid
levels are low.
If it lights during driving and the park brake is not applied you should stop the
vehicle as soon as possible and consult a olden Retailer.
Emissions
Your vehicle is fitted with an emission monitoring system. The emission
warning symbol indicates when system service is required. The symbol lights
when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts to
run.
If the symbol lights up when driving, service to the emission system may be
required. Although the vehicle may still be drivable and not require towing, see
a olden Retailer as soon as possible.
owever, if the symbol flashes while driving, reduce speed until the light stops
flashing and take the vehicle to a olden Retailer as soon as possible.
Low fuel
Lights up when the fuel gauge enters the red zone and comes on earlier when
driving around bends. If the light flashes the fuel is just about to run out.
Starting-off aid (automatic transmission onl )
Lights up when the starting-off aid is switched on, refer to Chapter 4.

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Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
WARNING / REMINDER LIGHTS cont.
Oil pressure
Lights up when ignition is switched on and goes out after the engine is started.
It can light up intermittently when idling if engine is hot, but must go out when
engine speed is increased.
If illuminated during driving, immediately stop the vehicle and switch off the
engine. Check the engine oil level. Do not drive with this light showing. If the
oil level is normal, have the system checked at your nearest olden Retailer.
Rear fog lights
Lights up when the rear fog lights are switched on.
High beam
Lights up when headlight high beams are in use or flashed.
Turn signal indicators
Flash when turn signal lights are on. If the symbol flashes rapidly a turn signal
light bulb has failed.
Seat belt
This warning light is displayed for a short time when the ignition is first switched
on. The warning is designed to remind occupants to fasten their seat belts.
Airbag and seat belt pretensioners
Lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. If it does not go
out or if it comes on during driving, there is a defect in the airbag / seat belt
pre-tensioner system and they may not function correctly, especially in an
accident. You should consult a olden Retailer as soon as possible.
Electronic power steering
The EPS (Electronic Power Steering) light remains on when the ignition is
switched on and goes out after the engine is started. If it lights up during
driving, a fault has occurred in the Electronic Power Steering system. You may
continue to drive but greater effort will be required to turn the steering wheel.
ave the system checked at the nearest olden Retailer.
Anti-lock braking s stem (if fitted)
The ABS light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If it does not go out or if it comes on during driving, there is a defect in the ABS.
The brake system is operational but without ABS assistance. You should
consult a olden Retailer as soon as possible.
Traction control (if fitted)
The ABS light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
If it does not go out or if it comes on during driving, there is a defect in the ABS.
The brake system is operational but without ABS assistance. You should
consult a olden Retailer as soon as possible.
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1-8
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
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WIPERS AND WASHERS
Wipers and washers are operational when the ignition is on.
Windscreen wipers
Move the lever upwards.
fast
slow
intermittent
O off
Setting intermittent wipe interval between
2 and 15 seconds:
•Set the lever to intermittent.
•Set the lever to off.
•Wait for the number of seconds interval
you wish to set.
•Set the lever back to intermittent.
The selected intermittent interval is stored until changed again or until the ignition is
switched off. When the ignition is switched on, the interval is preset to 7 seconds.
Windscreen washer
Never operate the wipers on dry glass as
this damages the rubber wiper blade. To
spray washer fluid onto the windscreen
pull the lever toward you. At the same time
the wipers are operated for several sweeps.
Rear wiper and washer (if fitted)
Push the lever away from you to the first
‘stop’ position to turn on the rear wiper. To
turn on the rear washer, push the lever
further and hold as long as required.
When the lever is in the first ‘stop’ position,
the rear wiper will operate at an intermittent
speed.

1-9
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Light switch
7Off
8Parking lights.
9eadlights and parking lights.
0Press the switch to turn on the interior
light. Press the switch again to turn off
the light.
kTurn the thumb-wheel to adjust the
brightness of the instrument lights.
High / low beam
With headlights switched on, push the
lever away from you and release it. The
headlights change from low to high beam.
Pull the lever back towards the steering
wheel to return to low beam.
When high beam is in use, a symbol on the
instrument panel glows.
It is also possible to flash the high beams
for signalling purposes by pulling the lever
towards you (even with the headlights
turned off). The lights remain in high beam
as long as the lever is held in this position.
Leaving the headlights on without the engine running will eventually flatten the battery.
A warning chime will remind you to switch off the headlights when leaving the vehicle.
Headlight range adjustment
The headlight range may be adjusted to
suit the current load in the vehicle by
selecting 0, 1, 2 or 3 when the headlights
are on.
Correct adjustment of the headlight range
reduces dazzle for other road users.
0 Front seats occupied.
1 All seats occupied.
2 All seats occupied and load in the
luggage compartment.
3 Driver's seat occupied and load in the
luggage compartment.

1-10
Chapter 1
DAS BOARD
EXTERIOR LIGHTS cont.
Rear fog light/s
The push button for the rear fog light/s is
located below the headlight switch beside
the instrument dimming switch.
Push the button while the headlights are
on to switch the fog lights on or off. The
symbol in the instrument panel glows when
the fog lights are switched on.
Check your state's laws regarding use of
fog lights.
For Combo rear fog light detail, refer to
Chapter 6.
Front fog lights (if fitted)
To turn the front fog lights on or off, push
the button beside the headlight range
adjuster. When the front fog lights are on,
the > symbol appears on the left-hand
side of the instrument panel.
Check your state's laws regarding the use
of fog lights when driving.