Opel Corsa Owners Manual: Parking brake, Brake assist, Hill start assist
Parking brake
Parking brake
Always apply parking brake firmly without operating the release button, and apply as firmly as possible on a downhill or uphill slope.
To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the release button and fully lower the lever.
To reduce the operating forces of the parking brake, depress the foot brake at the same time.
Control indicator 
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Brake assist
If the brake pedal is depressed quickly and forcefully, maximum brake force is automatically applied (full braking).
Maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal for as long as full braking is required. Maximum brake force is automatically reduced when the brake pedal is released.
Hill start assist
The system helps driving away on inclines by holding the vehicle. After the parking brake is disengaged and the foot brake pedal is released, the brakes are released after a 2 second delay.
Brakes, Antilock brake system
Brakes
The brake system comprises two
independent brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
still be braked using the other brake
circuit. However, braking effect i ...
Electronic stability program
Electronic stability program
(ESP®Plus) improves driving stability
when necessary, regardless of the
type of road surface or tyre grip. It also
prevents the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon a ...
See also:
Opel Corsa B 1993–2000 Service and Repair Manual. Thermostat - removal, testing
and refitting
Removal
1. Drain the cooling system, saving the coolant if it is fit for re-use.
Disconnect the battery earth lead and
proceed as described under the relevant subheading.
1.2 litre models
2. Di ...
