2023 Vauxhall Combo E Owner’s Manual

The 2023 Vauxhall Combo E is a big step forward for Vauxhall and shows how serious the company is about electric transport. The Combo E is a small electric van made for both private users and business groups that want a zero-emission vehicle. The 2023 Combo E is powered by an all-electric drivetrain and can go a long way on a single charge, so it can be used every day. Fast charge makes it even more useful by letting you quickly top up the battery during the workday or on long trips. The inside of the Combo E is made to be both useful and comfortable. It has a lot of room for cargo, different ways to store things, and an easy-to-use cabin that works for both professional drivers and private users. On the tech side, the Combo E has the most up-to-date infotainment and communication features, so drivers can stay in touch and have fun while on the go. Advanced driver aid systems are also a part of making driving safer and more comfortable. The 2023 Vauxhall Combo E was made with efficiency and care for the environment in mind. It’s a good choice for people who want to lower their carbon footprint without giving up on practicality or performance. The Combo E is a flexible and forward-thinking choice in the market for electric vehicles, which is growing all the time. It can be used for city transfers, professional services, or family transportation.

Front airbag system

The front airbag system consists of one airbag in the steering wheel and one in the roof on the front passenger side. These can be identified by the word AIRBAG. The front airbag system is triggered in the event of a front-end impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be switched on.

The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head of the front seat occupants considerably.

Warning
Optimum protection is only provided when the seat is in the proper position. Seat position 3 32. Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then is the airbag able to protect.

Side airbag system

The side airbag system consists of an airbag in each front seat backrest. This can be identified by the word AIRBAG. The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a side impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be switched on.

The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side-on collision considerably.

Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions.

Notice
Only use protective seat covers that have been approved for the vehicle. Be careful not to cover the airbags.

Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each side. This can be identified by the word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The curtain airbag system is triggered in the event of a side-on impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be switched on.

The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the head in the event of a side-on impact considerably.

Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. The hooks on the handles in the roof frame are only suitable for hanging up light articles of clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these clothes.

Airbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system must be deactivated for child restraint system on the passenger seat according to the instructions in the table 3 54. The side airbag and curtain airbag systems, the belt pretensioners and all driver airbag systems will remain active.

The front passenger airbag system can be deactivated via a key-operated switch on the passenger side of the instrument panel.
Use the ignition key to choose the position:

• OFF: front passenger airbag is deactivated and will not inflate in the event of a collision, control indicator OFF* illuminates continuously in the centre console
• ON: front passenger airbag is active

Danger
Deactivate passenger airbag only in combination with the use of a child restraint system, subject to the instructions and restrictions in the table 3 54. Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal injury for a person occupying a seat with a deactivated front passenger airbag.

If the control indicator Ó illuminates for approx. 60 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the front passenger airbag system will inflate in the event of a collision. If the control indicator * illuminates after the ignition is switched on, the front passenger airbag system is deactivated. It stays on while the airbag is deactivated. If both control indicators are illuminated at the same time, there is a system failure. The status of the system is not discernible, therefore no person is allowed to occupy the front passenger seat. Contact a workshop immediately. Consult a workshop immediately if neither of the two control indicators are illuminated. In the event of a fault a warning message is displayed in the Driver Information Centre and warning chime will sound. Change status only when the vehicle is stopped with the ignition off. Status remains until the next change. Control indicator for airbag deactivation 3 93.

Child restraints

Child restraint systems

Danger
Make sure that children below sufficient size and weight are protected using a suitable child restraint system. Never place a child on the lap.

Danger
If using a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, the airbag system for the front passenger seat must be deactivated. This also applies to certain forward-facing child restraint systems as indicated in the tables 3 54.

Airbag deactivation 3 49. Airbag label 3 44. We recommend a child restraint system which is tailored specifically to the vehicle. For further information, contact your workshop. In case of any interference of the child restraint system with vehicle seat head restraint, adjust or remove the corresponding head restraint 3 31. When a child restraint system is being used, pay attention to the following usage and installation instructions and also those supplied with the child restraint system. The given restrictions in the table refer to a test body, which is the maximum envelope of all existing child restraint systems. Make sure that the front seats do not interfere with the used child restraint system. Always comply with local or national regulations. In some countries, the use of child restraint systems is forbidden on certain seats. Only drive with the driver seat correctly adjusted 3 32.

Child restraint systems can be fastened with:

• Three-point seat belt
• ISOFIX brackets
• Top-tether

Three-point seat belt
Child restraint systems can be fastened by using a three-point seat belt. After fastening the child restraint system the seat belt has to be tightened 3 54.

ISOFIX brackets

Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX child restraint systems to the ISOFIX brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint system positions are marked in the ISOFIX table 3 54. The ISOFIX brackets are located below the i-Size symbol in the seat cover. An i-Size child restraint system is an universal ISOFIX child restraint system according UN Regulation No. 129. All i-Size child restraint systems can be used on any vehicle seat suitable for i-Size, i-Size table 3 54. Either a Top-tether strap or a support leg must be used in addition to the ISOFIX brackets. A support leg must be placed firmly on the floor. Positioning the support leg in a footwell storage is not permitted.

i-Size child seats and vehicle seats with i-Size approval are marked with i-Size symbol, see illustration.

Top-tether anchors
Top-tether anchors are marked with the symbol : for a child seat.

In addition to the ISOFIX brackets, fasten the Top-tether strap to the Top-tether anchors. Third row seats 3 38. ISOFIX child restraint systems of universal category positions are marked in the table by IUF 3 54.

Selecting the right system
The rear seats are the most convenient location to fasten a child restraint system. Children should travel facing rearwards in the vehicle as long as possible. This makes sure that the child’s backbone, which is still very weak, is under less strain in the event of an accident. Do not use forward facing child restraint system at all seats when child’s weight is below 13 kg. Suitable are child restraint systems that comply with valid UN ECE regulations. Check local laws and regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.

The following child restraints are recommended for the following weight classes:

• Group 0+:
  Römer Baby-Safe Plus with ISOFIX base for children up to 13 kg
• Group I:
  Römer Duo Plus ISOFIX with ISOFIX and Top-tether for children from 9 kg to 18 kg
• Group II, Group III:
  Römer Kidfix XP with or without ISOFIX for children from 15 kg to 36 kg
• Group III:
  Graco Booster for children from 22 kg to 36 kg

Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the vehicle type. Child seat at the front: Adjust the front passenger seat to the highest and fully back longitudinal position with the backrest straightened. Child seat at the rear: Move the vehicle’s front seat forward and straighten the backrest so that the legs of the child in the forward facing or the rearward facing child seat do not touch the vehicle’s front seat. Please follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions to install the corresponding child restraint system in the vehicle. For semi-universal or vehicle specific child restraint system (ISOFIX or belted child restraint system), see the vehicle list provided in the user manual of the child restraint system. Ensure that the mounting location of the child restraint system within the vehicle is correct, see following table. Allow children to enter and exit the vehicle only on the side facing away from the traffic. When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.

Notice
Do not affix anything on the child restraint systems and do not cover them with any other materials. A child restraint system which has been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced.

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