Screen Messages Guide: 2020 Vauxhall Combo E Display Features
Here is the complete Screen Messages Guide for the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E. This guide is meant to help drivers understand and act on different display messages and warnings. With its many advanced display features, the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E makes driving more enjoyable, but drivers need to understand and act on the messages shown on the screen correctly. From warnings about low tire pressure to engine problems, this guide is a must-have for figuring out how to use the car’s display system. By giving clear explanations and suggested actions for each message, drivers can quickly deal with possible problems and keep their performance and safety at the highest level on the road. This guide gives drivers the information they need to make smart choices and keep their Vauxhall Combo E going smoothly, whether they’re checking the battery level or fixing problems with the brake system.
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Displays
Driver Information Centre
The Driver Information Centre is located in the instrument cluster.
Driver Information Centre indicates:
- overall and trip odometer
- digital speed indication
- trip/autonomy information menu
- gear shift indication
- service information
- vehicle and warning messages
- driver assistance systems
- pop-up messages
Selecting menus and functions
The menus and functions can be selected via the buttons on the indicator lever.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a page.
Press SET / CLR to select, confirm, or reset a function. Vehicle and service messages are popped up in the Driver Information Centre if required. Scroll messages by turning the adjuster wheel. Confirm messages by pressing SET / CLR.
Depending on the version, some menus such as service information or AdBlue level range can be selected via the CHECK button.
Press CHECK to switch between the respective menus.
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Trip/autonomy information menu Midlevel
Select the required page:
Trip odometer
The recorded distance since the reset. Press L for 2 seconds to reset the trip odometer.
Average fuel consumption
Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time and starts with a default value. To reset, press SET/CLR for a few seconds.
Average speed
Display of average speed. The measurement can be reset at any time.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few seconds.
Fuel range
The range is calculated from the current fuel level and current consumption. The display shows average values.
After refueling, the range is updated automatically after a brief delay.
When the fuel level is low, a message appears on the display and the control indicator o in the fuel gauge illuminates 3 106.
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Display of the instantaneous consumption.
Digital speed
Digital display of the instantaneous speed.
Trip/fuel information menu, Uplevel display
Different pages with combined information can be selected.
Select the required page: Information page:
Fuel range
The range is calculated from the current fuel level and current consumption. The display shows average values.
After refueling, the range is updated automatically after a brief delay.
When the fuel level is low, a message appears on the display and the control indicator o in the fuel gauge illuminates 3 106.
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Display of the instantaneous consumption. Trip 1 page:
Average speed
Display of average speed. The measurement can be reset at any time.
Average fuel consumption
Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time and starts with a default value.
Distance travelled
Displays the current distance for trip 1 since the reset. The values of the trip 1 page can be reset by pressing SET/CLR for a few seconds.
Trip 2 page:
Average speed
Display of average speed. The measurement can be reset at any time.
Average fuel consumption
Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time and starts with a default value.
Distance travelled
Displays the current distance for trip 2 since a certain reset.
The values of the trip 2 page can be reset by pressing SET/CLR for a few seconds.
Digital speed page
Digital display of the instantaneous speed.
Stop and Start time counter
A time counter calculates the time spent in STOP mode during a journey. It resets to zero every time the ignition is switched on.
Compass page
Displays the geographic direction of driving.
Blank page
No trip/fuel information is displayed.
AdBlue
Press CHECK repeatedly until the AdBlue menu is shown.
AdBlue range
Indicates an estimate of the AdBlue level. A message indicates whether the level is sufficient or low. 3 152.
Info Display
The Info Display is located in the instrument panel near the instrument cluster.
Depending on the vehicle configuration the vehicle has a
- Graphic Info Display or
- Color Info Display with touchscreen functionality
The Info Displays can indicate:
- time 3 93
- outside temperature 3 92
- date 3 93
- Infotainment system, see the description in the Infotainment manual
- indication of rear view camera 3 196
- indication of panoramic view system 3 193
- indication of the parking assist instructions 3 183
- navigation, see the description in the Infotainment manual
- vehicle and system messages 3 114
- settings for vehicle personalization 3 115
Graphic Info Display
Press X to switch on the display.
Press MENU to select the main menu page.
Press H{}I to select a menu page.
Press OK to confirm a selection.
Press ß to exit a menu without changing a setting.
Color Info Display
Selecting menus and settings There are three options to operate the display:
- via buttons next to the display
- by touching the touchscreen with the finger
- via speech recognition
Button and touch operation
Press X to switch on the display.
Press: to select system settings (units, language, time, and date).
Press Í to select vehicle settings or driving functions. Touch the required menu display icon or a function with the finger.
Confirm a required function or selection by touching.
Touch r on the display to exit a menu without changing a setting.
For further information, see the Infotainment manual.
For speech recognition Description see the Infotainment manual. Vehicle personalization 3 115.
Head-up display
The head-up display displays driver information concerning the instrument cluster onto a foldable projection plane on the driver’s side.
The information appears as an image projected from a lens in the instrument panel onto the projection plane directly ahead in the driver’s view. The image appears focused out toward the front of the vehicle.
Head-up display shows:
- vehicle speed
- speed limits detected by the speed sign recognition
- set the speed of the speed limiter
- set the speed of the cruise control
- forward collision alert
- navigation information.
Switching on
Press e to switch on the head-up display.
Adjust the position of the head-up display image
Press ä or å to centre the image. It can only be adjusted up and down, not side to side.
Warning
If the head-up display image is too bright or too high in your field of view, it may obstruct your view when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the head-up display image dim and placed low in your field of view.
Adjust brightness
The head-up display image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting. Brightness can also be adjusted manually as needed:
Press e to brighten the display. Press æ to dim the display.
The image can temporarily illuminate depending on the angle and position of sunlight.
Switching off
Press æ and hold to turn the head-up display off.
Language
Preferred language can be set in the vehicle personalization menu.
Units
Units can be changed in the vehicle personalization menu.
Care of head-up display
Clean the screen of the head-up display with a soft cloth sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the lens gently, then dry it.
System limitations
The head-up display may not operate properly when:
- The lens in the instrument panel is covered by objects or not clean.
- Display brightness is too dim or bright.
- The image is not adjusted to the proper height.
- The driver wears polarized sunglasses.
If the head-up image is not correct for other reasons, contact a workshop.
Rearview display
The rear view display is located at the position of the interior mirror.
It provides the following views:
- standard rear view
- close rear view
- passenger side view
Switching on
Press m and confirm the message with p.
Selecting a view
Select the standard rearview or passenger-side view by pressing the p on the bottom side.
Close rear view is automatically activated when the reverse gear is engaged.
Switching off
Press m.
Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated in the Driver Information Centre, in some cases together with a warning chime.
Press SET / CLR to confirm a message.
Vehicle and service messages
The vehicle messages are displayed as text. Follow the instructions given in the messages.
Messages in the Colour Info Display
Some important messages may appear additionally in the
Info Display. Some messages only pop up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
The warning chime regarding not fastened seat belts has priority over any other warning chime.
Whenever a warning chime sounds, pay attention to the messages displayed and the warning lights in the Driver Information Centre.
When starting the engine or whilst driving
The warning chime regarding not fastened seat belts has priority over any other warning chime.
- If a seat belt is not fastened.
- If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed.
- If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.
- If cruise control deactivates automatically.
- If a programmed speed or speed limit is exceeded.
- If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
- If the electronic key is not in the passenger compartment.
- If the parking assist detects an object.
- If an unintended lane change occurs.
- If the exhaust filter has reached the maximum filling level.
If several warnings appear at the same time, only one warning chime will sound.
When the vehicle is parked and /or the driver’s door is opened
- With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop
- If the driver’s door is opened.
- If any condition for a restart of the engine is not fulfilled.
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Vehicle personalisation
The vehicle’s behavior can be personalized by changing the settings in the Info Display.
Depending on vehicle equipment and country-specific regulations some of the functions described below may not be available.
Some functions are only displayed or active when the engine is running.
Graphic Info Display
Press MENU to open the menu page.
Use the four-way button to operate the display: Select Personalisation-configuration, I OK.
Unit settings
Select Display configuration, I OK.
Select a choice of units, I am OK.
Select desired settings, I OK.
Language settings
Select Display configuration, I OK.
Select choice of language, I OK.
Select the desired language, I am OK.
Vehicle settings
Select Define vehicle parameters, I OK.
In the corresponding submenus, the following settings can be changed:
- Lamps
Follow Me Home headlamps: Activates or deactivates the function and adjusts its duration. Welcome lighting: Activates or deactivates the function and adjusts its duration. Directional headlights: Activates or deactivates the function. - Comfort
Ambient lighting: Adjusts the brightness of the ambient lighting.
Rear wiper in reverse gear: Activates or deactivates automatic switching on of the rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged. - Vehicle
Unlocking boot only: Activation /deactivation.
Plip action: Driver / all doors. - Security
Fatigue Detection system: Activates or deactivates the driver’s drowsiness system. - Driving assistance
Speed recommendation: Activates or deactivates the function.
Color Info Display Multimedia
Press: to open the settings menu.
Use touch buttons to operate the display.
Unit settings
Select System Configuration.
Change units for Distance fuel consumption and Temperature.
Language settings Select Language.
Change language by touching the respective entry.
Driving function
Press Í.
Select the Driving function.
In the corresponding submenus, the following settings can be changed:
- Park Assist: Activates advanced park assist, a parking maneuver can be selected.
- Parking sensors: Activates or deactivates the parking sensors.
- Blind spot sensors: Activates or deactivates side blind spot alert.
- Under-inflation initialization: Initialises the tire under-inflation detection system.
- Diagnostic: Shows alert messages of the diagnostic system.
Vehicle settings
Press Í.
Select Vehicle settings.
In the corresponding submenus, the following settings can be changed:
- Parking
Prevention of door mirror folding: Activates or deactivates the automatic folding of the exterior mirrors.
Rear wiper in reverse: Activates or deactivates automatic switching on of the rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged. - Headlights
Guide-me-home lighting: Activates or deactivates the function and adjusts its duration. Welcome lighting: Activates or deactivates the function and adjusts its duration.
Directional headlamps: Activates or deactivates the cornering lights. - Comfort
Mood lighting: Adjusts the brightness of the ambient lighting. - Safety
Speed reading/recommendation: Activates or deactivates the speed limit information by traffic sign recognition.
Active safety brake: Activates or deactivates active emergency braking, the alert distance for risk of collision can be selected. Mirror adaptation in reverse: Adjust the exterior mirrors if reverse gear is engaged to facilitate sidewalk visibility. Driver’s attention warning: Activates or deactivates the driver’s drowsiness system.
Colour Info Display Multimedia Navi Pro
Press: to open the settings menu.
Use touch buttons to operate the display.
Unit settings
Select System settings.
Change units for Distance fuel consumption and Temperature.
Confirm with G.
Language settings Select Languages. Change language by touching the respective entry.
Confirm with G.
Driving functions
Press Í.
Select Driving functions.
In the corresponding submenus, the following settings can be changed:
- Park Assist: Activates advanced park assist, a parking maneuver can be selected.
- Parking sensors: Activates or deactivates the parking sensors.
- Blind spot sensors: Activates or deactivates side blind spot alert.
- Under-inflation initialization: Initialises the tire under-inflation detection system.
- Diagnostic: Shows alert messages of the diagnostic system.
Vehicle settings
Press Í.
Select Vehicle settings.
In the corresponding submenus, the following settings can be changed:
- Parking
Rear wiper in reverse: Activates or deactivates automatic switching on of the rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
Blocking of door mirror folding: Activates or deactivates the automatic folding of the exterior mirrors. - Headlights
Guide-me-home lighting: Activates or deactivates the function and adjusts its duration. Welcome lighting: Activates or deactivates the function and adjusts its duration.
Directional headlamps: Activates or deactivates the cornering lights. - Comfort
Mood lighting: Adjusts the brightness of the ambient lighting. - Safety
Traffic Signs Recognition: Activates or deactivates the speed limit information by traffic sign recognition.
Active safety brake: Activates or deactivates active emergency braking, the alert distance for risk of collision can be selected. Mirror adaptation in reverse: Adjust the exterior mirrors if reverse gear is engaged to facilitate sidewalk visibility. Driver’s attention warning: Activates or deactivates the driver’s drowsiness system.
Telematics services
Vauxhall Connect
Vauxhall Connect is a new way to stay connected and secure on the road.
Features available with Vauxhall Connect are:
- emergency call function
- breakdown call function
When the vehicle is equipped with Vauxhall Connect, these features are automatically activated. Terms and Conditions apply.
Vauxhall Connect is operated by the buttons in the overhead console.
Emergency call function
Vehicles featuring the emergency call function are equipped with a red SOS button in the overhead console.
The emergency call function will establish a connection to the nearest public safety answering point (PSAP). A minimum set of data including vehicle and location information will be sent to the PSAP.
Notice
Establishing an emergency call may not be possible in areas without sufficient network availability or due to hardware damage during an accident.
Automatic crash notification
In case of an accident with airbag deployment, an automatic emergency call is established and an automatic crash notification will be transmitted to the next public safety answering point.
Emergency assistance
In case of an emergency, you can also manually place an emergency call by pressing the red SOS button for more than two seconds. The LED flashes to confirm that a connection to the nearest PSAP is being established. The LED illuminates steadily as long as the call is active.
Pressing the SOS button immediately a second time will terminate the call. The LED switches off.
Status LED
Illuminates green and red and extinguishes after a short time, when the ignition is switched on: the system works properly. Illuminates red: fault in the system. Contact a workshop. Flashes red: The backup battery needs replacement.
Breakdown call function
Pressing . for more than two seconds connects you to a roadside assistance service provider.
For information about coverage and scope of services of roadside assistance, please refer to the Service and warranty booklet.
FAQs
The screen size of the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E is 8 inches.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can be customized to show various information and settings.
The screen of the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can display information such as vehicle settings, navigation, entertainment options, and vehicle diagnostics.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E is touchscreen-enabled for easy navigation and control.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E supports smartphone integration for seamless connectivity.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can be used for hands-free calling, thanks to its Bluetooth connectivity.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E provides real-time traffic updates when equipped with navigation features.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can be used to adjust various vehicle settings according to user preferences.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E has a split-screen feature for multitasking and enhanced functionality.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E is designed to be easily readable in various lighting conditions for driver convenience.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can be used to view the vehicle’s rear camera feed for enhanced visibility and safety.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E supports voice commands for hands-free operation.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can be personalized for different drivers with individualized settings and profiles.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E offers multimedia entertainment options such as music playback and streaming.
Yes, the display in the 2020 Vauxhall Combo E can be upgraded with software updates to add new features and enhancements over time.
Useful Links
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