Opel Meriva Engine Knocking Causes + How to Fix

One of the most alarming sounds you can hear from your Opel Meriva is the engine knocking. Unfortunately, an engine knock can be a sign of significant engine problems. The first thing you should do is check your Meriva’s oil. If it’s low, fill it up. If it appears frothy, there may be coolant getting into … Read more

Opel Meriva: Bad MAF Sensor → Symptoms & Causes

  The mass airflow sensor (commonly abbreviated to MAF) is one of the most important engine management sensors.  A bad mass airflow sensor can leave your Opel Meriva’s engine running rough, or even inoperable. A MAF sensor measures the density of the air entering the intake manifold.  It passes this information onto your Meriva’s ECU. … Read more

Opel Meriva Speedometer Not Working: Causes + How to Fix

One of the most inconvenient things that can happen to your Opel Meriva is when the speedometer stops working.  You don’t realize how much you look at the thing until it’s always sitting at 0 MPH while driving down the road.   If your car’s speedometer is not working, it’s usually caused by an issue with … Read more

Opel Meriva AC Not Cooling:  Why and How to Fix

One of the most inconvenient vehicular problems is when the A/C won’t blow cold air. If your Opel Meriva isn’t keeping you cool, we’ve outlined some of the most common reasons why this might be happening. It is entirely possible for your Meriva’s heater to work just fine even when the air conditioner is blowing … Read more

Opel Meriva’s Steering Wheel Shaking: Every Reason Why

If your Opel Meriva’s steering wheel is shaking, you should deal with it immediately. A shaking steering wheel in the Opel Meriva is caused by anything from the wheels and tires through the suspension (ball joints, tie rods, etc.) to the braking system.  We’ll start with the easiest things to check and move towards things … Read more

Opel Meriva Service Stabilitrak: Meaning + How to Fix

One of the most common issues with the Opel Meriva, or any newer GM vehicle, is the “Service StabiliTrak” warning.   StabiliTrak is GM’s electronic stability control system. It does much more than a standard traction control system. It is one of the most innovative and vital safety features on your Opel Meriva and can … Read more

Opel Meriva: Bad Coil Packs → Symptoms and Diagnosis

  Bad Coil Packs are one of the more problematic ignition issues that can occur with the Opel Meriva.  A bad oil pack can make your Meriva almost un-drivable.  Or it may have little effect at all on the engine’s ability to run.  It’ll get worse as they lose their ability to fire the spark plugs. … Read more

Opel Meriva Not Starting: Causes + How to Fix

If your Opel Meriva doesn’t start, you’ve found the right article.  Many different issues can cause the problem.  We cover all the likely ones in an order that makes sense when diagnosing the issue at home. This article is written with the assumption that you are looking for a way to get your Opel Meriva … Read more

Opel Meriva Bad Fuel Pump: Symptoms, Causes, + Diagnosis

A bad fuel pump can cause a myriad of problems for your Opel Meriva, making it essential to be aware of the warning signs that indicate trouble. Your fuel pump is responsible for pushing fuel from your car’s fuel tank to the engine, but when it starts to fail, your engine may suffer run rough, … Read more